June 11, 2024 at 5:30 PM - Regular Business Meeting

Description:  Proposed agenda is tentative and subject to change until approved at the beginning of the meeting

Description:  Presentations, discussions, and items for Board action at future meetings

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Topics:

• Superintendent's Update
• K-5 Literacy Update

Description:  Board will vote on these items during the meeting

Description:  Items on the consent agenda are adopted as a group and the overall vote outcome is applied to each item as if they were voted upon individually. Approval of the consent agenda includes authorization for the appropriate board officer(s) or school district administrator(s) to sign all documents necessary to effectuate the items.

Description:  List A includes all hiring actions by the district since the previous board meeting. Effective upon board approval, per dates listed.

Moved that the board accepts the personnel recommendations and authorizes the appropriate board officer(s) or school district administrator(s) to sign all documents necessary to effectuate these agreements.

Description:  List B includes all employment separations that require board action since the previous board meeting. List B will be posted on the agenda the day prior to the meeting. As required by law, some items on List B may be discussed in a closed session of the board. Effective upon board approval, per dates listed.

Moved that the board accepts the personnel recommendations and authorizes the appropriate board officer(s) or school district administrator(s) to sign all documents necessary to effectuate these agreements. 

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Adam's Pest Control for integrated pest management to eliminate pests in all facilities, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $100,332.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Amerigas Propane PL for the purchase of propane for district vehicles, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $180,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Archer Mechanical for install of summer boilers, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $171,470.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Benchmark Education Company for digital access renewal for curriculum materials, for a term of (7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $129,820.00

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Bix Produce for produce for fresh fruit and vegetable program, for a term of 07/11/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $300,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing Senior Officer of Finance and Operations to execute a contract with Brown & Brown for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029, not to exceed $1,050,000 or $210,000 per year. Brown & Brown provides insurance brokerage services to competitively source employee benefits.

Description:  Authorizing the Assistant to the Superintendent and Board to execute a contract with College Tutors and Nannies to provide Title I and Title III instructional services to eligible students at non-public schools, for a term of 08/01/2024 to 07/31/2025, for an amount not to exceed $1,064,116.50.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Cooks Direct for an agreement to supply and deliver equipment and smallwares to CWS operational locations, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $150,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Curriculum Associates for iReady access and Math Curriculum, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2027), for an amount not to exceed $1,041,070.57.

Description:  Minneapolis Public Schools ("MPS") has entered into multi-year contracts with non-profit organizations to provide high-quality alternative programs for students who have experienced or are experiencing difficulty with meeting goals in traditional schools, and education for students in need of a non-traditional setting. These non-profit organizations provide educational services to eligible MPS students and are accountable to MPS through performance standards and contractual agreements. These multi-year contracts require an annual amendment to Appendix A, which outlines the required finance obligation based on yearly enrollment. The amendment also includes compensatory education and Title I funding allocations.

Authorizing the Director of Contract Alternatives to execute the contract amendments.
 

School Name	Contract Amount
Takoda Prep	$427,295.39
Eastside MENLO	$669,452.62
Nawayee Center School	$553,228.58
Project For Pride in Living-LNAS High School	$487,819.82
MERC	$75,278.60
PYC	$1,079,470.73
Ronald McDonald House	$38,458.65
VOA	$854,175.92

 

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Discovery Education for digital access to Dreambox for K-5 students and PD for K-5 teachers, for a term of  (7/12/2024-7/11/2025), for an amount not to exceed $233,260.00

Description:  Authorizing Senior Officer of Finance and Operations to execute a contract with Dorsey & Whitney LLP for financial legal services for a term of one year (July 1, 2024-June 30, 2025) for an amount not to exceed $160,000. 
 

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Dynamic Fire Protection for upgrading the fire sprinkler system new code in the transportation bus garage, for a term of 05/11/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $418,848.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a Contract with English Learning Center for Adult Education and English Language Services for a term of 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 for an amount not to exceed $263,227.39.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Equity Builders and Construction Services, Inc, for roof replacement of leaks around roof drains at Longfellow Alternative High School, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 12/31/2024, for an amount not to exceed $825,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to negotaite and execute a contract with EMS Linq for operational software and support provided to CWS, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $160,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Ferndale Market for an agreement to supply and deliver turkey products to all CWS sites, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $125,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Human Resources Officer to negotiate and execute a contract with Frontline for absence and substitute management software, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2027, for an amount not to exceed $262,635.67.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Goodheart-Wilcox Company Inc, to provide comprehensive high school and middle school health curriculum, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2030), for an amount not to exceed $322,067.77.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Information Officer to negotiate and execute a contract with Guidepoint for MDR Services for a term of 7/1/24-6/30-29 for an amount not to exceed $2,223,723.59.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Hillyard for custodial supplies, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $1,247,692.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with H21 Group for locker replacement at Sullivan/Anishinabe, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $550,840.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Information Officer to execute a contract with iFixYouri Corp for device repairs for a term of 7/1/24-6/30/26 for an amount not to exceed $1,500,000.00 ($750,000.00 per year).

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Indianhead Foodservice for an agreement to supply products and applicable support to Northgate operation, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $150,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute an amendment to contract 4400002277 with Indianhead Foodservice to increase the contract amount by $500,000.00, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 06/30/2024. The cumulative contract amount with the amendment is $6,500,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Indianhead Foodservice Distributor for providing broadline food and supply sales, and distribution to all CWS operational areas, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $7,000,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Innovative Office Solutions for furniture at North High School media center, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 12/31/2024, for an amount not to exceed $269,686.62.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Information Officer to execute a contract with Insight Public Sector Inc. for Azure Overage for Microsoft Campus for a term of 7/1/24-6/30/25 for an amount not to exceed $203,299.55.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Information Officer to execute a contract with Insight Public Sector Inc. for Google Workspace EDU Plus renewal for a term of 7/1/24-6/30/25 for an amount not to exceed $180,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Information Officer to execute a contract with Insight Public Sector Inc. for Microsoft EES Subscriptions and Licenses for a term of 7/1/24-6/30/25 for an amount not to exceed $854,357.85.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with John A. Dalsin & Son, Inc for roof replacement to support future solar installation at STEM Academy, for a term of 05/14/2024 to 12/31/2024, for an amount not to exceed $938,966.70.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Karin's Services-DBA AAA for district wide snow plowing, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $347,075.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Kompan, Inc for providing a turnkey design, permitting, surfacing, plus complete installation of new playground materials and equipment at North High School - Parent Teen Services, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 08/31/2025, for an amount not to exceed $143,000.00. 

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Kone for Minneapolis Public Schools elevator maintenance at Franklin Elementary School, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $127,500.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Kone for Minneapolis Public Schools districtwide elevator maintenance, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $200,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a Contract with Learning in Style for Adult Education and English Language Services. for a term of 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 for an amount not to exceed $102,430.10.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Lexia Learning Systems LLC for digital access to Lexia Core 5 and Power Up, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $573,975.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Master Mechanical for water pipe replacement at Las Estrellas, for a term of 06/15/2024 to 12/31/2025, for an amount not to exceed $125,120.60.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Metro Transit for GOTO cards to be delivered by Aug. 1st of each year, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $1,944,962.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Metro Transit for purchasing bus cards and/or tokens for contract alternative school sites and special ed programs, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $210,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Nearpod LLC for access to Nearpod Premium Plus, along with other services and training, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $210,800.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to Execute a contract with Open Up Resources for digital access to Open Up and professional development, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $520,768.25.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Pan O Gold for an agreement to supply and deliver fresh bread to CWS locations, for a term of 07/01/204 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $175,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Information Officer to execute a contract with Paragon Development Systems for HPE Renewal for a term of 7/1/24-6/30/25 for an amount not to exceed $211,999.73.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Public Consulting Group for internet-based system for Special Education Services for all due process documentation and third-party billing, for a term of (07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $378,500.00

Description:  Authorizing Senior Officer of Finance and Operations to execute a contract with PFM Asset Management for a term from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026, not to exceed $240,000 or $120,000 per year. PFM Asset Management provides advisory services related to the District's issuance of long-term debt instruments and other municipal advisory services.

Description:  Authorizing the Assistant to the Superintendent and Board to execute a contract with Ratwik, Roszak & Maloney to provide legal services to the District, for a term of 7/1/2024 to 6/30/2024, for an amount not to exceed $200,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with the Regents of the University of Minnesota for CAREI implementation, Functional Phonics, and PRESS, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $1,423,500.00

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Information Officer to execute a contract with Red8 for MDR Services for a term of 7/1/24-6/30/29 for an amount not to exceed $1,989,926.73.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Renaissance Learning Inc. for digital access to Educlimber and related training, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $155,675.30.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a Contract with Riverside Plaza Tenants Association for Adult Education and English Language Services for a term of 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 for an amount not to exceed $424,169.68.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Russ Davis Wholesale for an agreement to procure produce and management of F2S products, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $2,000,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contact with School Specialty for K-5 Science curriculum and materials, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2029), for an amount not to exceed $588,115.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute an amendment to contract with Schwab Vollhaber Lubratt (SVL) Inc to increase the contract amount by $7,761.00, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 06/30/2025. The cumulative contract amount with the amendment is $130,342.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Seesaw Inc. for digital access to Seesaw Instruction and Insights as well as other services, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $148,200.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a Contract with Somali Success School for Adult Education and English Language Services for a term of 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 for an amount not to exceed $1,015,372.17.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Sprung Services for licensed steam boiler operator for CWS and upgrade boiler training, for a term of 07/1/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $206,366.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute an amendment to contract 4400002276 with St Paul Beverage Solutions to increase the contract amount by $120,000.00, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 06/30/2024. The cumulative contract amount with the amendment is $670,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to negotiate and execute a contract with St Paul Beverage Solutions for an agreement to supply and deliver milk and juice to CWS locations, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $650,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a Contract with Summit Academy OIC for Contextualize instruction to individuals without a secondary credential. for a term of 7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025 for an amount not to exceed $260,161.85.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Synovia Solutions LLC for school bus equipment and software, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $435,040.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with The Math Learning Center for Bridges workbooks and materials, for a term of (7/1/2024 - 6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $183,852.72.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute an amendment to contract 4400002350 with Tradesmen International, LLC to increase the contract amount by $20,500.00, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 04/01/2025. The cumulative contract amount with the amendment is $235,500.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Information Officer to execute an amendment to contract #4400000624 with T-Mobile to increase the contract amount by $470,340.00 for a term of 7/1/24-6/30/25. The cumulative contract amount with the amendment is $3,273,205.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Trio Supply for an agreement for procurement of paper supplies to all CWS operational locations, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $600,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with True North Consulting Group for camera, intrusion detection, and access control upgrades, for a term of 06/18/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $139,530.00. 

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Twig Education Inc. for 6-8 Science curriculum and materials, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2029), for an amount not to exceed $675,575.20.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Veritiv Operating Company for an agreement for procurement of chemicals and food packaging to all CWS operational locations, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $700,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Waste Management for waste removal districtwide, for a term of 07/01/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $817,728.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Academic Officer to execute a contract with Wilson Language Training for magnetic letter boards, for a term of (7/1/2024-6/30/2025), for an amount not to exceed $172,224.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Witzel Electric for districtwide maintenance, for a term of 05/11/2024 to 06/30/2025, for an amount not to exceed $564,480.00.

Description:  This item amends the agreement, which will remain in effect until June 30, 2026, as outlined below. It continues the relationship between the School District and Achieve Twin Cities that has been reflected in six previous Memoranda of Agreement that first went into effect on June 9, 2009. 

Summary of agreement modifications:

1. In Section I., delete current language and replace with "The Agreement defines the relationship between the School District and Achieve Twin Cities as it relates to private grants management; support for school funds, scholarships, and department funds; community engagement and partnership development and targeted program administration."
2. In Section III.B., delete insert "fundraising" and insert "grants and funds management"
3. In Section V.G.3., delete "fundraising"
4. In Section V.H.1., delete "fundraising" and insert "funds management"
5. Delete current language in Section V.H.2., and replace with "Achieve Twin Cities will provide administrative services for private District grants received on behalf of the School District, including: communication with donor; management of solicitation and proposal submission process; review of grant proposals and budgets; coordinating and leading site visits; and press releases when appropriate, and as determined by the Committee."
6. Delete current language in Section IX.C., and replace with "Achieve Twin Cities will coordinate scholarship and award/mini-grant review committees to read and score applications not reviewed by the donor. They will disseminate scholarship and award balances, availability, and application materials to committees, facilitate review meetings, and report committee decisions. The School District will support in recruiting MPS staff to serve as committee members for district-wide scholarship selection."
7. In Section X.A., insert the FY25 amount of "$205,000"

Authorizing the Superintendent of Schools to execute this agreement, which replaces the prior version. 
 

Description: 

• No fiscal impact
• 25-year term
• Full agreements attached
   

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Description:  By Cerrillo

Description:  Resolution Relating To General Obligation Long-Term Facilities Maintenance Bonds; Declaring Intent To Issue Bonds To Finance A Facilities Plan; Providing For Approval Of The Plan And Approval Of Bonds By The Commissioner Of Education; And Authorizing The Publication Of Notice (2024-0031)

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• Not exceed two (2) years in length;
• Include salary ranges for each position description;
• Include other terms and conditions of employment.

Description:  Action or informational items from Board Directors

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Kompan for removal of the existing playground and installation of new playground equipment for Kenwood Elementary School, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 03/11/2025, for an amount not to exceed $252,000.00.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Flagship Recreation for the installation of updated playground equipment at Pratt Elementary School, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 02/28/2025, for an amount not to exceed $152,508.76.

Description:  Authorizing the Senior Officer of Finance & Operations to execute a contract with Flagship Recreation for the installation of updated playground equipment at Byrn Mawr Elementary School, for a term of 06/11/2024 to 02/28/2025, for an amount not to exceed $252,162.10.