GARFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT #302

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

THURSDAY, JULY 27, 2006

Chairman Ken Renstrom called the meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.

Present: Garfield Board Members:  Ken Renstrom, Paul Hendrickson, Craig Cochran, Rusty Jamison, and Ed Griner.

Also Present: Superintendent/Principal Bill LaMunyan, Assistant Business Manager Frankie Swinney, and Recorder Jody Akins.

Guests: Cindy Kimberling, Ingrid French, Tom French, Cheryle Curtis, Cathie May, Randy and Kathy Pinter, Tim Coles, Michael Rose, Darin Watkins, Matthew Dymkoski, Eric and Shelley Slocum.

There were no changes in the agenda.

Accounts Payable (7/2006)

General Fund: Vouchers 38508-38542 $39,673.98 Warrants 44505-44539

 

June Payroll: Warrants 44379-44455 $97,217.16

 

Payroll Taxes via electronic transfer: $22,312.04

 

A motion was made by Paul Hendrickson and seconded by Craig Cochran to accept the consent agenda as presented, including the minutes of June 22, 2006. The motion was passed unanimously.

Resolution 112, 2005-06 Revised Budget-A Motion was made by Craig Cochran and seconded by Rusty Jamison to accept Resolution 112.  Motion passes.

Resolution 113, 2006-07 Budget-A Motion was made by Craig Cochran and seconded by Ed Griner to accept Resolution 113, 2006-07 budget.  Motion passes.

Financial Report-Assistant Business Manager Frankie Swinney reported the budget status.

Maintenance Updates-Bill LaMunyan reported to the Board that he bought a new water condenser for the refrigerator/freezer unit.  Bill further reported that he is having some painting and other minor maintenance done to the building.

There were no new announcements to be made.

 

There being no further business, the meeting was recessed at 7:16 p.m.


PALOUSE SCHOOL DISTRICT #301

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

THURSDAY, JULY 27, 2006

 

Chairman Val Fisher called the meeting to order at 7:18 p.m.

Present: Palouse Board Val Fisher, Mike White, and Kent Keller.

Also Present: Superintendent/Principal Beverly Fox, Assistant Business Manager Frankie Swinney and Recorder Jody Akins.

Guests: Cindy Kimberling, Ingrid French, Tom French, Cheryle Curtis, Cathie May, Kathy Pinter, Tim Coles, Michael Rose, Matthew Dymkoski, Darin Watkins, Eric and Shelley Slocum.

Add to New Business:Resolution 130, Cancel Warrant Cancel Warrant No. 31870

Edits to New Business:Item C. 2005-06 Palouse Budget Extension Resolution 128, 2005-06 Palouse Budget Extension Item D. 2006-07 Palouse Budget Resolution 129, 2006-07 Palouse Budget Delete from New Business:Item B, Audit Report

 

Accounts Payable (7/2006)

General Fund:Vouchers 17894-17943 $29,919.31 Warrants 31863-31912

ASB Fund:Vouchers 2985-2987 $833.98 Warrants 2985-2987

June Payroll: Warrants 31780-31862 $131,661.13

Payroll Taxes via electronic transfer: $30,023.39

 

Chairman Val Fisher asked for a motion to accept the consent agenda, cancellation of Warrant No. 31870, deletion of Item B under New Business, and the June 22, 2006 minutes.   A motion was made by Kent Keller and seconded by Mike White.  Chairman Fisher called for a vote and the motion passed with all in favor.

 

Financial Report Assistant Business Manager Frankie Swinney reported the budget status.

 

Resolution 128: 2005-06 Palouse Budget Extension A motion was made by Kent Keller and seconded by Mike White to approve Resolution 128, as presented.  Motion carried.

Resolution 129:  2006-07 Palouse Budget A motion was made by Mike White and seconded by Kent Keller to approve Resolution 129, as presented.  Motion carried.

 

There being no further business, the meeting was recessed at 7:23 p.m.


GARFIELD SCHOOL DISTRICT #302

PALOUSE SCHOOL DISTRICT #301

JOINT BOARD MEETING

THURSDAY, JULY 27, 2006

 

Garfield Board Chairman, Ken Renstrom, reconvened the Garfield School Board and the Palouse School Board joint meeting at 7:36 p.m., and led everyone in saying the Pledge of Allegiance.

Present: Garfield Board Members:  Ken Renstrom, Craig Cochran, Rusty Jamison, Paul Hendrickson, and Ed Griner.

Palouse Board Val Fisher, John Leendertsen, Kent Keller, Mike White, and Mike Dymkoski.

Also Present: Superintendent/Principal Bill LaMunyan, Superintendent/Principal Beverly Fox, Assistant Business Manager Frankie Swinney, and Recorder Jody Akins.

Guests: Kathy Pinter, Michael Rose, Darin Watkins, Matthew Dymkoski, Cindy Kimberling, Ingrid French, Tom French, Cheryl Curtis, Kathy May, Tim Coles, Eric and Shelley Slocum.

Under the Consent Agenda add:Item B.  Hiring Recommendations, Suzy Pinter as Head Volleyball Coach, Item C. Resignations, Tiffany Pittman, High School Head Volleyball Coach, Tim Coles as Middle School Athletic Director, Item D.  Approval of the Minutes

 

Under New Business add: Item B. Textbook Approval, Item C.  Board Appreciation Note

Approval of Three Year Calendar

No Question

Hiring Recommendations Ken Renstrom read the recommendations and there were no questions.

Resignations Ken Renstrom read the resignations and there were no questions.

Chairman Renstrom then called for a motion to approve the consent agenda, including the June 22, 2006 minutes.  A motion was made by Craig Cochran, seconded by John Leendertsen, and unanimously approved following a vote by the board members.

Policy Regarding “Repeating Classes” Superintendent/Principal Beverly Fox led a discussion concerning the Washington Administrative Codes (WAC) that deal specifically with this issue.  Mrs. Fox explained to the Board why this issue was brought to the table for their consideration and discussion.

After much discussion by both Boards, Chairman Renstrom instructed Superintendents/Principals Fox and LaMunyan to move forward with the development of a possible policy for repeating classes.  They are to work with Washington State School Director’s Association (WSSDA) when drafting this policy, and develop the points to help define repeating vs. recurring classes.  Chairman Renstrom would like this draft completed and brought to the Board in a timely fashion.

 

Mr. Renstrom tabled Item B and moved on to Item C.

 

Board Appreciation Note John Leendertsen told the Board that he felt a plaque should be given to Business Manager Dunning expressing their regret of losing her.  Mr. Leendertsen would like to convey the Board’s appreciation for the 20 years of service during which she was an integral part of forming and guiding the co-op and each district.

 

Chairman Renstrom called for a recess at 8:27 p.m.

Chairman Renstrom reconvened the meeting at 8:44 p.m.

Textbook adoption Superintendent/Principal Fox told the Board that Mrs. Sell has the textbooks they were to look at but had not arrived yet.  Mrs. Fox explained that Carl Perkins money is being used for this purchase.  There are three textbooks being purchased:

 

1st textbook is titled “Contemporary Living”, 2nd textbook is titled “Family Health” and has a 2006 copyright date, 3rd textbook is titled “Skills for Personal and Family Living” for 9th and 10th grade students, and also has a 2006 copyright date

 

The purchasing recommendation for these textbooks is twenty of each title.

 

Palouse Board Member John Leendertsen moved to accept the recommended textbook purchases for the 2006-07 school year.  Val Fisher seconded the motion and both Boards unanimously passed it.

 

Mr. LaMunyan did not have any announcements to make.

 

Mrs. Fox welcomed Darin Watkins and wished Kent Keller and his family good luck with their venture.  Val Fisher also welcomed Darin and expressed how qualified the applicants were and what a difficult choice it was.  Chairman Fisher wished Kent good luck and expressed her gratitude for his service on behalf of the Palouse Board.  Chairman Renstrom expressed his gratitude on behalf of the Garfield Board. Darin Watkins will replace Mr. Keller and be sworn in at next month’s meeting.

 

There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:53 p.m