Dec. 2007 Approved Minutes
by Dee Marik
February 28, 2008
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF SENECA TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL, DISTRICT 160, SENECA, IL
A regular meeting of the Seneca Township High School Board of Education was held on December 19, 2007 at 8:30 a.m. President Robert Lee called the meeting to order with roll call.
1. ROLL CALL: Present: Aubry, Applebee, Johnson, Lee, Hovious, Jones, McCormick
Absent:
Others present: Superintendent Mark Thurwanger, Principal Doug Evans, Assistant Principal Dan Manullang, Treasurer Bill Steep, Recording Secretary Carolyn Lockridge, Steve Nelson, Craig Siepka, Liberty Turner, Representatives from The Daily Times, Morris Daily Herald WCMY and WJDK.
2. RECOGNITION OF GUESTS AND VISITORS
Due to finals, the awards will be presented at the January Meeting.
Student of the Month: Rachel Siedentop
Role Model: Troy Behning
Rookie of the Month: Tyler Hovious
Most Improved: Yecicia Solorio
3. INVESTMENT REPORT
Mr. Thurwanger gave the Investment Report. President Lee stated that the Investment Report would stand approved as presented, subject to audit.
4. TREASURER’S REPORT
Mr. Steep gave the Treasurer’s Report. President Lee stated that the Treasurer’s report would stand approved subject to audit.
5. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
A. Minutes
President Lee stated the minutes would stand approved as presented.
6. ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
Mr. Thurwanger indicated the questions he received were listed on the Accounts Payable Questions handout. President Lee asked for a motion to approve the accounts payable as presented.
A motion was made by Joe Johnson and seconded by Lee Jones to approve the Accounts Payable as presented.
ROLL CALL: Ayes: Aubry, Applebee, Johnson, Hovious, Jones, Lee, McCormick
Nays:
Motion Carried
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Steep congratulated the board on their recent settlement of the Marseilles TIF.
8. EDUCATIONAL ITEM
Mr. Thurwanger referred to the handouts from the Joint Annual Conference. Board Members McCormick and Applebee gave a brief summary of the sessions they attended.
9. SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
A. Finance Report
1. 2007 Levy
Mr. Thurwanger reviewed the information concerning the 2007 Levy. He stated the levy amount was $7,335,442 which is under the 5% increase that requires a hearing. The Finance Committee has met and is recommending approval of the Levy. The levy will be filed with both LaSalle and Grundy Counties.
A motion was made by Lee Jones and seconded by Jim Hovious to adopt the 2007 Levy as presented.
ROLL CALL: Ayes: Aubry, Applebee, Johnson, Hovious, Jones, Lee, McCormick
Nays:
Motion Carried
2. 2008-09 Budget
Mr. Thurwanger stated the budget has been on file since November 19, 2007 and a Budget Hearing was held prior to the Regular Meeting. The budget reflects an anticipated deficit of $656,631. The Finance Committee is recommending the budget be approved.
A motion was made by Carolyn McCormick and seconded by Joe Johnson to adopt the 2008-09 Budget Resolution as presented.
ROLL CALL: Ayes: Aubry, Applebee, Johnson, Hovious, Jones, Lee, McCormick
Nays:
Motion Carried
3. Rental Property Lease
Mr. Thurwanger stated the Finance Committee reviewed the Rental Lease with Wes Danielson for the property located at 206 Graves Drive. They are recommending the rent be increased to $500.
A motion was made by Joe Johnson and seconded by Lee Jones to approve the Rental Lease for the property located at 206 Graves Drive as presented.
ROLL CALL: Ayes: Aubry, Applebee, Johnson, Hovious, Jones, Lee, McCormick
Nays:
Motion Carried
B. Building, Grounds & Transportation
1. Building Facilities Planning
Steve Nelson from GCNA presented the final Master Building Facilities Plan to the Board. The document will be used to long range planning. After many meetings with Administration, staff and the community, the plan was prepared showing the current building usage and several possible future building projects.
2. Scott St. Property
Mr. Thurwanger updated the Board on the Scott Street property that was recently purchased. The house is scheduled to be demolished after the first of the year. The garage will remain.
C. Goals
Mr. Thurwanger stated the Principal and Assistant Principal Goals were attached to the report. As required by contract, the goals will be updated and approved by the Board each year.
A motion was made by Joe Johnson and seconded by Jim Hovious to approve the Administration Goals as presented.
ROLL CALL: Ayes: Aubry, Applebee, Johnson, Hovious, Jones, Lee, McCormick
Nays:
Motion Carried
D. Policies
1. 3rd Reading of Building Rental Policy
Mr. Thurwanger stated this would represent the third and final reading of the building rental policy.
A motion was made by Rich Applebee and seconded by Carolyn Shockey to adopt the Building Rental Policy as presented.
ROLL CALL: Ayes: Aubry, Applebee, Johnson, Hovious, Jones, Lee, McCormick
Nays:
Motion Carried
2. 1st Reading of the PRESS Policies
Mr. Thurwanger stated this would represent the first reading of the PRESS Policy included in the Board Packet. The Policy Committee will be meeting after the first of the year to review the proposed policies.
10. PRINCIPAL/ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL REPORT
A. School Improvement Update
Mr. Evans and Mr. Manullang discussed writing across the curriculum, the updated English goals, and the science department strategizing. The new math concepts that will be implemented during homeroom was also discussed. Mr. Evans stated incentives for the PSAE testing will be reviewed.
B. Faculty Evaluation Process
Mr. Evans and Mr. Manullang stated the faculty evaluation is in process and will continue through the first part of the second semester. They asked for the Board to call them with any questions or concerns.
11. ADMINISTRATIVE COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Thurwanger referred to the website traffic report. The contact information is now available again on the website. The Natural Gas update and reports from Springfield were reviewed. Mr. Thurwanger stated information concerning the Green Clean School Act is included in the reading information. The Media Center report is indicating good usage of the media center by students. The Cafeteria Report shows the revenues and expenses are reaching a breakeven point. Mr. Thurwanger discussed the Port of Grundy County and the proposed 50/30/20 TIF with the Board
12. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 9:30 a.m.
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President, Board of Education Date
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Secretary, Board of Education
