April 10, 2023 at 7:30 PM - Regular Meeting

1. Call to Order at __:__ P.M.

1.A. Pledge of Allegiance

1.B. Roll Call (alphabetical order): Jodie Davy, Cari Dostal, Jamie Isane, Brent Olson, Jeramy Swenson and Jared VonEnde

Student (non-voting) Representative: Talisha Hamann

 

1.C. Administration, Department Heads: Kevin Ricke, Leah Hasson, Striker Hasson and Stacey Warne

2. Visitor Comments

2.A. Listening Session

Description: 

All speakers are asked to complete the listening session with a Sign-in Card including as much detail as possible and including a printed / written copy of your presentation if one is available. The Sign-in Cards are at the table by the entrance door, and anyone who has not called in or emailed the Superintendent, in advance, may complete them now. Please include all requested information on the Sign-in Card so administration can provide follow-up as needed.

This is an opportunity for the Board to listen, the Board will not engage in dialogue. As a general rule, the Board will not comment on or respond to any comments made by speakers. Please do not include names of Badger Community School employees or representatives, their title, or location in your remarks for your own legal protection and the legal rights of staff.

Each speaker will have five (5) minutes to speak; speakers may not roll their time to another speaker. Speakers will be timed and are asked to complete their comments in this time frame. Board members may ask questions if needed.  Please begin your presentation by stating your name and topic only.

In the spirit of fairness to all participants, we request that you respect the format above. Thank you for taking the time tonight to attend this meeting and share your concerns and suggestions.

3. Recommendation to add and/or remove items to the agenda from Board Members or School Administrators

4. Approval of Agenda

4.A. A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the agenda for the Monday, April 10, 2023 Regular School Board Meeting as presented/amended. The motion seconded by ____________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

 

5. Minutes

5.A. A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the minutes of the Regular School Board Meeting held on Monday, March 13, 2023 as presented/amended. The motion seconded by ____________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.
 

6. Consent Agenda

6.A. Pay Bills: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the payment of bills check #62732 through check #62807 for a total of $81,533.17 as listed as well as approve Purchasing Card electronic payments dated April 5, 2023 and Electronic Fund Transfers as submitted. The motion seconded by ____________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

7. Communications

7.A. Building and Grounds Report: Striker Hasson

7.B. National School Librarian Day April 4th
 

We recognized and celebrated with Lorraine Kukowsky on National School Librarian Day. Lorraine’s ability to orchestrate a school full of students with numerous projects and ‘library time’ schedules is amazing. Lorraine is dedicated to helping our children find the resources they need to keep learning and she keeps our school library in smooth working order.

7.C. National Assistant Principals Appreciation Week, or here at Badger, we celebrate National Dean of Students Appreciation Week April 3-7

We appreciate Mr. Stacey Warne because he brings a strong skill-set to our building. He is a good listener, building connections with students, parents and staff, navigating decisions and dilemmas on various issues. He is a pivotal member of the office team. He is a pivotal member of our student support services team. Stacey Warne handles diverse, challenging situations well while keeping his sense of humor intact.

7.D. Superintendent

7.D.1. Update on Interest Earning Rates for Certificate of Deposits.  Renewals are agenda items 9.1 and 9.2

The Badger School District currently has a $200,000 Certificate of Deposit from Border Bank for 12 months and 0.45%.

The Badger School District currently has a $200,000 Certificate of Deposit from Citizens State Bank for 12 months and  0.50%

Renewal Rates

Border Bank Options:

• 12 months at 2.60%
• 24 months at 2.75%
• 36 months at 2.80%

Citizens State Bank Options

• 12 months at 4.00%

7.D.2. Employer Group Health Insurance for Employees Mandatory Two-Year Bid Cycle ~ timeline attached

7.D.3. Miscellaneous Items to Report by Superintendent

7.E. Dean of Students

7.E.1. Student Enrollment as of April 6, 2023

7.E.2. Link to Badger District Testing Schedule for Grades 3-11

7.E.3. Art Club Duluth Trip April 27-30

7.E.4. Upcoming Dates of Interest

8. Reports

8.A. Accept Cash Report: A motion was made by _______________ to accept the Cash Report through March 31, 2023 subject to audit. The motion seconded by ________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

 

8.B. Accept March Donations  (THANK YOU) :  A motion was made by _______________ to accept the donations listed below.  The motion seconded by ________________

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

Donations:

$800.00 to FCCLA from Mark Rhen/Benevity Polaris Gives
$20.00 to Library from an anonymous donor

 

8.C. Accept Fiscal Quarter 3 Report: A motion was made by ____________________ to accept the Badger School District FY 23 Third Quarter Budget Report subject to audit.  The motion seconded by ____________________. 

Vote: 

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

9. Proposed Resolutions

9.A. Border Bank CD Renewal: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve renewal of a $200,000 Certificate of Deposit from Border Bank at _____ months and _____ %. The motion seconded by ____________________. 

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

9.B. Citizens State Bank CD Renewal: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve renewal of a $200,000 Certificate of Deposit from Citizens State Bank at _____ days/months/years and _____ %. The motion seconded by ____________________. 

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

9.C. BEA Seniority List: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the Badger Education Association of Teachers Seniority List as presented/amended. The motion seconded by ____________________ .

Vote: 

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

Description:

Traditionally, approval of the teacher seniority list happens during the first semester. However, due to a mid-year teacher retirement, it is being presented during the second semester.

9.D. Approve Revised Budget: A motion was made by ____________________ to approve the Revised 2022-2023 Badger School Budget as presented. The motion seconded by ____________________ .

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

9.E. Removed this item from the agenda; more information from additional sources is needed.

Select Agent/Broker Consultation Services for Property, Liability (and Cyber Liability) Insurance: A motion was made by ________________ for selection of ________________ agent/broker to do professional consultation services on behalf of Badger School District regarding preparation for review and renewal of Property & Liability [including Cyber Liability] insurance.  The motion seconded by ________________ .

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.

Description:

Risk management (i.e., property, liability and cyber liability) insurance is not subject to Minnesota bid laws.

However, it has been many years since Badger School District has requested either quotes or RFP’s from different risk management (i.e., property, liability and cyber liability) insurance providers.

Our Business Office/District Office is not able to set aside the time necessary to do the thorough quote or RFP prep, market delivery, analysis and possibly negotiation with the due diligence necessary to make an informed decision.

10. Adjourn: Recommended motion: ____________________ moved to adjourn at _________ PM. Motion seconded by ____________________.

Vote:

BE IT RESOLVED the motion carries or does not carry by a ____ Yes to ____ No vote.