Norris City Omaha Enfield Community Unit School District 3 Board of Education met April 19.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
The regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Norris City-Omaha-Enfield Community Unit School District #3 of White, Hamilton and Gallatin Counties, Illinois, was called to order by Joe Lane at 7:00 p.m. in the Superintendent's Office on Wednesday, April 19, 2017. All members had been previously notified and those answering roll call were: Matt McArthy, Karen Weiss, Lincoln Hobbs, Joe Lane and Paul Black. Also attending were Mike Hite, David Flechs, Matt Vollman, Carla Carter, and Todd Haley. Scott Riggs was absent.
The Board approved the results of the April 4, 2017 election. Re-elected were Joe Lane with 671 votes, Karen Weiss with 650 votes and Scott Riggs with 454 votes. Newly elected to the Board was Mike Hite with 712 votes. Joe Lane made the motion to approve the abstract of votes as certified by Paula Dozier and Matt McArthy seconded. Roll call vote: Matt McArthy, Aye; Karen Weiss, Aye; Lincoln Hobbs, Aye; Joe Lane, Aye; and Paul Black, Aye. Motion Carried.
Scott Riggs entered the meeting at 7:04 p.m.
The Board administered the Oath of Office and all members agreed to adhere to the oath.
Karen Weiss nominated to re-elect Joe Lane as President and a second was made by Paul Black. A unanimous vote followed.
Joe Lane made the motion to elect Karen Weiss as Vice-President and a second by Paul Black. A unanimous vote followed.
Scott Riggs made the motion to re-elect Paul Black as Secretary and a second was made by Joe Lane. A unanimous vote followed.
The Board set the term of office for two years on a motion made by Joe Lane and a second by Scott Riggs. A unanimous vote followed.
Joe Lane made the motion to adjourn and a second by Karen Weiss. A unanimous vote followed.
The regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Norris City-Omaha-Enfield Community Unit School District #3 of White, Hamilton and Gallatin Counties, Illinois, was called to order by Joe Lane at 7:35 p.m. in the Superintendent's Office on Wednesday, April 19, 2017. All members had been previously notified and those answering roll call were: Matt McArthy, Karen Weiss, Lincoln Hobbs, Scott Riggs, Joe Lane, Mike Hite and Paul Black. Also attending were David Flechs, Matt Vollman, Carla Carter, and Todd Haley.
Karen Weiss made the motion to accept the minutes as presented. Scott Riggs seconded. A unanimous vote followed.
The bills were approved on a motion by Scott Riggs and seconded by Karen Weiss. Roll Call Vote: Matt McArthy, Aye; Karen Weiss, Aye; Lincoln Hobbs, Aye; Scott Riggs, Aye; Mike Hite, Aye; Joe Lane, Aye; and Paul Black, Aye. Motion Carried.
The Booth Trust report was approved on a motion by Bart Henson and seconded by Joe Lane. The balance is $118,854.43. Roll Call Vote: Matt McArthy, Aye; Karen Weiss, Aye; Lincoln Hobbs, Aye; Scott Riggs, Aye; Mike Hite, Aye; Joe Lane, Aye; and Paul Black, Aye. Motion Carried.
Attendance for NCO grade school was 94.7% for the month of March. Mr. Flechs reported that new lights were installed in the parking lot and 2 hvac systems were installed in classrooms. The history fair is May 4 in Springfield and 5 students will attend. Kindergarten registration is April 24 at 6:00 pm and the Spring Concert is April 25 at 6:00 pm at the high school auditorium.
Mrs. Carter told the board that attendance was 91.4% at Booth. Pre-k and kindergarten registration will be at 6:00 pm on April 27. She invited the board to a retiree luncheon for Mrs. Evans and Mrs. Harness on May 23 at 11:30. Eighth grade graduations will be May 22 at 6:00 and 7:30 p.m.
Mr. Haley reported attendance at 93% for the high school. The high school calendar is very full. The Spring Arts will be held May 5th. The annual Golf Scramble will be on May 6; senior trip will be May 8-12; the Ministerial Alliance dinner will be May 15; Baccalaureate will be May 17 at 7 p.m.; Senior Honors will be May 18 at 10 a.m.; and Graduation will be May 19 at 7 p.m. followed by the Drug-and-Alcohol-Free party.
The Board held the first reading of updated Board policies: 2:100 Board Member Conflict of Interest; 3:70 Succession of Authority; 4:15 Identity Protection; 4:130-E Free and Reduced-Price Food Services; Meal Charge Notifications; 5:120 Employee Ethics; Conduct; and Conflict of Interest; 5:230 Maintaining Student Discipline; 5:285 Drug and Alcohol Testing for School Bus and Commercial Vehicle Drivers; 5:300 Schedules and Employment Year; 6:70 Teaching About Religions; 7:100 Health, Eye, and Dental Examinations; Immunizations; and Exclusion of Students. No action was taken.
Mr. Vollman updated the Board about the roof damage to Booth grade school that occurred on April 4. There is extensive damage to a large portion of the roof with some water leaks. He is waiting on final bids and confirmation from the insurance adjuster before moving forward.
Joe Lane made a motion to accept a Hunting Lease Agreement as presented between Booth Trust and Martin Lamp. Seconded by Lincoln Hobbs. Matt McArthy, Abstain; Karen Weiss, Aye; Lincoln Hobbs, Aye; Scott Riggs, Aye; Mike Hite, Aye; Joe Lane, Aye; and Paul Black, Aye. Motion Carried.
The board entered executive session at 8:05 p.m. on a motion made by Joe Lane and second by Scott Riggs to discuss personnel issues. A unanimous vote followed. The Board returned to open session at 8:50 p.m. on a motion by Joe Lane and second by Scott Riggs. A unanimous vote followed.
Joe Lane made the motion to accept the resignation of Robert Connaway as custodian. Scott Riggs seconded. A unanimous vote followed.
Joe Lane made the motion to accept the resignation of Stevey Ukena as jr. high cheer sponsor. Scott Riggs seconded. A unanimous vote followed.
Joe Lane made the motion to accept the resignation of Josh Billingsley as NCOE ag teacher. Scott Riggs seconded. A unanimous vote followed.
Joe Lane made the motion to accept the resignation of Rachel Fink as NCO jr. high language arts teacher. Scott Riggs seconded. A unanimous vote followed.
Joe Lane made the motion to employ Andy Downen as custodian. Scott Riggs seconded. Roll Call Vote: Matt McArthy, Aye; Karen Weiss, Aye; Lincoln Hobbs, Aye; Scott Riggs, Aye; Mike Hite, Aye; Joe Lane, Aye; and Paul Black, Aye. Motion Carried.
Joe Lane made the motion and Scott Riggs seconded to post for Dean of Students and Social Studies positions. A unanimous vote followed.
The meeting was adjourned at 8:54 p.m. on a motion by Joe Lane and second by Scott Riggs. A unanimous vote followed.
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