I.     Call to Order and Determination of Quorum
The January 6, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 9:10 a.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Pat Seiders and Olivia Weekley. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Debra Miller, Lenny Jasinski, Pam Peterson, and Glenn Heckmann. Pat Seiders arrived at 9:30 a.m.

II. Discussion of Legislative Issues with State Representative, Rick Green
State Representative, Rick Green, addressed the Board regarding his position on legislative issues. Their was discussion about legislative issues effecting DSISD. As a result of this meeting, no action was taken.

III.The meeting adjourned at 11:00 a.m.

Minutes adopted on January 21, 1999 and signed by Glenn Heckman for Mike Figer, President and Patricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The February 10, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:08 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Pam Peterson (who arrived at 8:00 p.m.) Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Olivia Weekley, Lenny Jasinski, and Debra Miller.

II. At this time, the Board entered closed session to discuss personnel and legal issues and returned to open session at 7:52 p.m. and as a result, the following action was taken:

• Trustee Seiders moved to approve the Master Plan for the 40 acre Sports Complex, second by Trustee Jasinski.

• Trustee Miller moved to approve the personnel recommendations as presented, second by Trustee Heckmann. (Said recommendations are attached and made a part of these minutes.)

IV. There were no announcements at this time and no action was taken as a result of closed session.

V. The meeting adjourned at 10:40 p.m.

Minutes adopted on February 18, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The February 18, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:06 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Debra Miller, Olivia Weekley, and Glenn Heckmann. (Trustee Miller arrived at 6:20 p.m., Trustee Heckmann at 6:32 p.m. and Trustee Weekley at 6:40 p.m. respectively.) Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, Lenny Jasinski, and Pam Peterson.

II. Board/Administration Work Session:

A.The Board met with Mary Bob Kosub and District counselors. Mrs. Kosub outlined the guidance and counseling program and reviewed the Excellence Statement and the four components of developing a counseling program. Each of the four components of the program was detailed by the counselors relative to their respective campuses. The four components are Guidance Curriculum, Responsive Services, Individual Planning and System Support.
B. The work session on the 1999-00 budget was deferred at this time to a later meeting.

IV. DSI Principal, Dolores Covington led the Pledge of Allegiance.

A. Certificates of Recognition were presented to parent and staff volunteers of DS Primary's Family Reading Night. The parents recognized were Alex and Grace Dormont, Lisa Baker and Kim Farley. Barbara Davidson and Renae Brooks represented staff members.
B. DSHS Principal David Shanley highlighted activities and accomplishments of students and staff. Mary Bob Kosub talked about a visual arts committee meeting and Larry Mendoza updated Trustees on the status of current legislation and property values.
C. Keith Burnett reported on district construction projects, the status of the sportsplex and girls softball field.

A. Lydia Hewett reported on the community adult education program. The program consists of about ten volunteers and has helped approximately 35 adults over the last two years receiving GED and ESL instruction.

A. Representatives of "Fun Time Live" activities for students in grades 4-8 was discussed in detail and recommended changes to the lease agreement were disputed. Trustee Heckmann made the motion, second by Trustee Weekley, to approve the proposal with the noted agreement conflicts to be resolved between district representatives and Fun Time Live representatives. The first activity to be the Saturday following spring break, with two times in April and May.

B. Lisa Ramirez, of the YMCA, addressed the Board requesting an extension of their current services to include a summer camp. Trustee Peterson made the motion, second by Trustee Miller, to approve the request as presented.

C. DSHS student representatives presented the Student Council Constitution for the Board's consideration. Student Council President Scott Vandigriff answered questions from the Board and highlighted the different aspects of the document. By consensus, the Board asked that this constitution as well as all other organization documents be brought to the Board at one time at the April or May meeting. Consequently, no action was taken at this time.
H. At this time, the Board moved to item "h" on the agenda concerning the sale of bonds. First Southwest representative Dan Wegmiller explained the sale of $2.09 million in bonds as a part of the 1996 bond issue. First Southwest requested the authority to bid on the sale and is further outlined in letter attached and made a part of these minutes. Trustee Heckmann made the motion, second by Trustee Miller, to approve the request of First Southwest Company.

D.  Teachers' salaries and benefits were deferred to the April meeting as requested by staff members.
E. DSHS Principal Shanley presented the course catalog for 1999-00, outlined the changes, and answered questions from Board members. After much discussion, Trustee Jasinski made the motion, second by Trustee Heckmann, to approve the catalog as presented. Trustee Peterson went on record as stating, "She felt that it was reckless in approving this document on such short notice. She understood due to technical difficulties the course catalog was not ready for the Board's review until tonight; however future Boards should be more prudent in approving such a very important document."

F. Mr. Shanley presented a timeline for high school student schedules. The schedule showed students receiving his/her schedules in July due to possible late teacher resignations and how this impacts the master schedule and the budget. Trustee Seiders voiced her concern with this proposed schedule and felt that we were "backing up" by not getting the schedules to the students before school was out in May. No action was taken; discussion only.
G. The cost benefits/disadvantages of issuing student activity passes was discussed and monetary figures were presented by Mr. Mendoza. No action was taken; item was deferred to the April agenda.
I. Board members discussed the possibility of removing the 20% homestead exemption. No action was taken; item was deferred to the April agenda.
J. & K. These two items were deferred to after closed session.
L. Trustee Heckmann made the motion, second by Trustee Jasinski, to support by resolution the passage of legislation to remove the City of Austin's Extra-Territorial Jurisdiction from Hays County. Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.

a. Approve Minutes of the January 21, 1999 and February 10, 1999 Meetings
b. Approve Tax Refunds To:

Michael Slaughter $ 904.27 Scott Butrous $ 834.93 Patrick Callis $ 1,993.28
Maurice Gosnay $ 1,699.57 John Markland $ 1,301.05 Richard Haney $ 1,486.32
Rickie Bowlin $ 836.10 Teddy Draper $ 927.56 Jerry Morton $ 1,466.68
James, Susan Lynn & Douglas Cauthen $ 1,689.81

c. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports and Expenditures
d. Quarterly Investment Report
e. Approve Resolution to Participate in the South Texas Cooperative Purchasing Organization, Region 20 Education Service Center (attached)
f. Approve Rambo Lodge #426 Application for Tax Exempt Status for 1999
g. Approve Independent Auditor for 1998-99 Financial Audit
h. Adopt Order Calling for May 1, 1999 School Trustee Election (attached)
i. Approve School Calendar for 1999-00
j. Approve a Resolution Concerning Employee Daycare (attached)
l. Approve by Resolution Participation in Region I Education Service Center Annual Food Processing Contract (attached)

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

IX. The Board entered closed session at 10:20 p.m. to discuss the superintendent's and the administrators' contract renewals and/or extensions. The Board returned to open session at 12:25 a.m. and as a result the following action was taken:

Trustee Heckmann made the motion, second by Trustee Seiders, that the administrators' contract renewals and extensions recommended by the superintendent are approved as presented with the exception of David Shanley and Poe Shelton. (Said personnel recommendations are attached and made a part of these minutes.)

Minutes adopted on March 25, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The March 4, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:10 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Debra Miller. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Lenny Jasinski, Pam Peterson, and Olivia Weekley.

II. Public Forum ­ Twelve individuals expressed concerns and encouraged the Board to reconsider a recent decision to non-extend the employment contracts of two administrators. Other concerns expressed were of the needs of the fine arts band program. Those who spoke were as follows:

• F. Grellet-Tinner 264-1979 15740 Fitzhugh Rd., Austin 78736 Substitute
• Jim Kenton 858-4638 P O Box 792, DS 78620 Parent
• Paul Roddy 894-0568 1056 Hidden Hills, DS 78620 Parent
• Bryan Grabman 858-4341 909 Hays Country Acres Rd., DS 78620 Teacher
• Ellis Smith 512-842-2201 101 La Toya Trail, Wimberley 78676 Teacher
• Susan Warwick 858-1680 6110 W. Fitzhugh Rd., Austin 78736 Teacher
• Charles Busbey 858-5618 26120 RR 12, DS 78620 Substitute
• Steve Krupp 288-3919 13401 Paisano Trail, Austin 78737 Teacher
• Kirvin Griffin 858-2396 1275 Windy Hills, DS 78620 Parent
• Jan Lindsey 858-7934 23952 FM 150, DS 78620 Teacher
• Grady Moore 858-4212 3000 West Hwy 290, DS 78620 Former Trustee
• Jamie Williams 894-0120 1220 West Hwy 290, DS 78620 Parent

a. Bonnie Gray, architect with BLGY, presented the color selections for the new Dripping Springs Intermediate School building. Trustee Heckmann moved to approve the colors as presented, second by Trustee Weekley.

b. Larry Mendoza, business manager, presented the bids on the 40-acre park complex. The low bid was submitted by Quality (includes the base bid and alternates "b" & "c") for a total amount of $504,000. The City of Dripping Springs will have to act on the bid(s). No action was taken by the Board at this time; discussion only.
c. Trustee Jasinski updated the Board on the status of the proposed tennis facilities at Dripping Springs High School. The District's solicitation of funds for the proposed facility is progressing well.
d. Trustee Seiders moved, second by Trustee Jasinski, to approve tax refunds to:
Kevin Lewis $ 1,026.58 Stuart Fyall $ 838.67 William Hilliard $ 782.03
Chai Kit $ 1,154.77 Breck Nolen $ 772.99

Pinnacle budget issues to keep in mind during the process include: maintaining quality teaching staff, increase employee benefits, maintain lower pupil:teacher ratio, increase AP offerings, increase fine arts funding, increase support of curriculum office, maintain facilities, maintain level of service in transportation, regular programs as well as special programs. Trustee Figer asked that the goals be tied together, linked and referenced on the Board's copy when the budget is presented for approval.

V. The Board entered closed session at 7:16 p.m. to discuss personnel and related issues and returned to open session at 12:30 a.m. No action was taken as a result.

VI. The meeting adjourned.

Minutes adopted on March 25, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The March 25, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:10 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Olivia Weekley, Glenn Heckmann, and Pam Peterson. (Trustee Heckmann arrived at 6:23 p.m. and Trustee Weekley at 6:34 p.m. respectively.) Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, Lenny Jasinski, and Debra Miller.

II. Board/Administration Work Session:

a. A slide show was presented by Kathy Leopold and Ed Palmer, technology coordinators, on the implementation of the District's technology plan and how $500,000 in borrowed money has been spent to put a computer on every teacher's desk.
b. Larry Mendoza spoke on the budget process. The Board will meet at 5:00 p.m. on April 15, 1999 in a work session to discuss the types of personnel positions that will be needed in the future.
c. Mary Bob Kosub and all staff members involved in music, drama, art and dance (Anne McDonald, Sonja Vandivier, Tara Tower, Virginia Volpe, Keith Lancaster, Pam Schuh for Tracy Neef, Diane Bray, Janice Wycoff, Marty Clements, Carol Pringle, Carla Quijano, and Paula King) presented the five-year plan for visual and performing arts. The plan calls for increases in facilities, an auditorium for the district and community, and added personnel and supplies to meet the needs of these areas over the next five years. Also Marilyn Kelso, a parent, addressed the Board on the needs of the fine arts program.

IV. Middle School students dressed in medieval fair costume led thePledge of Allegiance. Principals from the four campuses were presented with Successful Schools Award certificates for performance on the TAAS.

a. Dr. Roy Benavides, Director of RESC XIII, presented a certificate to the Board for attending board training above the state requirements. DSISD was one of five districts in the region to receive the award.
b. Certificates of Recognition were presented to the technology coordinators for their help with the installation of computers and the district's migration to the dual platform: Laurinda Schaertl, Judy Kelley, Debbie Fredrickson, Deb Palmer, Kim Gravell, Ann Miller, Paula King, Jenny Dailey, Kathy Leopold and Ed Palmer.
c. Mary Bob Kosub reported on the process for selection of textbooks. There was considerable discussion and a videotape was shown explaining the Everyday Mathematics program that was selected for grades K-5. This is a standards based program with strong results in high performing districts. Everyday Mathematics was selected by a vote of 34 to 29. Concern was expressed over the fact that it was not a two-thirds majority vote.

At this time, the Board moved to item VI(f); then subsequently returned to the regular order of the agenda:
The remaining bond monies of $2.09 million were sold to complete the construction of the intermediate school building. The bonds sold for a low rate of 4.8 percent. Trustee Jasinski made the motion, second by Trustee Miller to approve the Order Authorizing the Issuance of Dripping Springs Independent School District Building Unlimited Tax Bonds, Series 1999, and Approving and Authorizing Instruments and Procedures Related Thereto, as presented, and to authorize the District's bond counsel and financial advisor to make such changes as may be required by the Attorney General.

1. Dolores Covington and Lestant Flake reported on the new intermediate school. The campus is being constructed without a gym at this time. They asked the Board to review options and funds to consider construction of a gym at the earliest time possible. The campus would need two gyms if it is to be equitable with the primary campus and instructional time would be lost as students walk across a parking lot to use the current gym. Also, information on $70,000 of additional casework was requested. The current plan is to order and install the casework by the district after the contractor releases the building for occupancy.
2. Larry Mendoza presented maintenance goals for next school year. He stated this to be a working document and will be made a part of the budget process this summer.

a. High school student, Josh Birkner, asked for the dress code to be changed to allow for beards and long hair for boys and presented a petition of 300 plus signatures in support of his request. Several other students spoke in support of Josh, Rhiannon Hargrave, Alec Platt, and Barbara Schwartz.
b. Eugene Watson, teacher with Austin ISD, addressed the Board on the administrative changes at the high school. He requested a written response on "why contracts have not been extended".

a. Frank Raymond asked the Board to support the use of a Horse Event Center located west of town as a community event center. The 54,000 square foot arena could be used for a large number of community events. By issuing bonds, he is pursuing the purchase of the property under a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization.
d. Mike Cave and Altonette Perry, Director of the YMCA, discussed the after-school program currently provided at the primary campus.
b. David Shanley and the counselors, Viki Fuller and Julie Jones discussed the complexities of providing high school students an accurate schedule for next year before school is out in May. The Board asked that students be given at least a list in May of the courses he/she will be taking in the fall.
c. Shauna Kidd and Susan Warwick expressed the need for additional funds for teacher salaries and benefits. They are unified in the desire for the District to look for avenues to provide health insurance for all employees.
e. The 20-percent homestead exemption was discussed. This benefit to tax payers reduces the amount of funds we receive from the state and causes the tax rate on businesses to be near the state maximum. Trustee Seiders went on record stating "that the Board needs to seriously consider removing the exemption due to the rising costs in the current programs."

a. Approved Minutes Of The February 18, 1999 and March 4, 1999 Meetings
b. Approved Tax Refund to: Raymond Frank $886.73
c. Approved Monthly Tax/Financial Reports And Expenditures
d. Approved Budget Amendments For School Year 1998-99 {attached}
g. Approved Agreement with Interquest Group, Inc. For 1999-00 School Year
h. Approved Out-of-State High School Band Trip To Florida May 7-9, 1999
i. Accepted 14.68 and 4.03 acres of Land as Described in Special Warranty Deed(s) {attached}
j. Approved Any Resignations, Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Hires {attached}

5 FAVORED {Figer, Seiders, Heckmann, Weekley, Miller}
1 ABSTAINED {Jasinski}

MOTION CARRIED

e. The Board conducted the election of the Board of Directors for Region XIII Education Service Center by casting private ballot.

f. Trustee Seiders made the motion, second by Trustee Heckmann, to adopt the textbook selection recommendations with the exception of Everyday Mathematics K-5.

1 FAVORED {Seiders}
5 AGAINST {Figer, Heckmann, Weekley, Miller, Jasinski}

MOTION FAILED

Trustee Heckmann made the motion, second by Trustee Jasinski, to adopt the textbook selection recommendations as presented.

5 FAVORED {Figer, Heckmann, Weekley, Miller, Jasinski}
1 AGAINST {Seiders

• The April Regular meeting of the Board has been rescheduled and will be held on April 15, 1999 instead of the following week as previously set last fall.

X. The meeting adjourned.

Minutes adopted on April 15, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The April 15, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:20 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Glenn Heckmann and Lenny Jasinski. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, Debra Miller, Pam Peterson and Olivia Weekley.

II. Board/Administration Work Session:
The Board met with the administration to discuss personnel positions and offer input on staffing needs for the next school year. This was a work session and no action was taken.

III. The Board entered Closed Session at 6:20 p.m. and returned to open session at 7:00 p.m. No action was taken as a result.

IV. High School students led the Pledge of Allegiance.

a. Twelve Certificates of Recognition were awarded to the volunteers of the adult education program. They are as follows: Lydia Hewett, Sandra Raymond, Barbara Flake, Estelline Bullock, Alice Martin, Jane Mills, Connie McBride, Robert Laramey, Bert Shoopman, Peter Yu, Paula Blank, and Redmond Burke.

b. A plaque was presented to Trustee Pam Peterson for her service to the Board and the district. Trustee Seiders coordinated the donation of a bird bath to be placed in the memorial garden at the high school with a marker recognizing the contribution Mrs. Peterson has provided to the campus. Former board members spoke about the contribution Mrs. Peterson has provided during tenure on the board. The meeting recessed briefly for a reception in honor of Mrs. Peterson.

The campus principals reported on their respective campuses. In particular, the high school's TAAS results were 97% mastery of reading, 97% mastery of mathematics and 98% mastery of writing for non-special education students. This is the highest scores in the history of the high school and meets the exemplary standard for student achievement.

c. President Figer read aloud the Board members' training hours as required by law. Board members who have completed and exceeded the required continuing education are Mike Figer, Lenny Jasinski, Debra Miller, Pat Seiders and Olivia Weekley. Board members who are deficient in the required continuing education are Pam Peterson and Glenn Heckmann.

d. Facilities Report: Keith Burnett talked about the status of the sports park and the tour of the new intermediate school. Dolores Covington and Lestant Flake presented issues related to providing a gymnasium at the new campus. They asked that monies being saved from the fixture budget be combined with other funds to build the gym. It was noted that in the onset of the construction project, the campus staff asked for larger rooms and cut the gym from the project. However, they are now asking for the gym to be built and have studied means by which this might be accomplished before the start of school or in the very near future.

VI. Action/Report Items:

a. The administration talked with the Board concerning plans for developing the "soon to be" old intermediate campus into a community center. Long-term leasing was discussed as well as plans for the relocation of the central office staff. Consensus of the Board felt the needs of the educational system should be met first before leasing the space to the community, i.e. adult education, employee child care, alternative education, community college, etc. No action was taken.

b. Larry Mendoza explained the progress of the Employee Benefits Committee. The board expressed a desire to provide an increase in contribution toward insurance benefits next year. Mr. Mendoza presented information on area school districts' health insurance benefits and contributions.

c. Mary Bob Kosub presented a list of priorities from the Visual and Performing Arts plan. The Board was asked to provide some funding for each of the areas in the plan.

d. Mr. Mendoza explained the advantages and disadvantages of keeping and/or removing the 20% homestead exemption currently offered to homeowners in the district. No action was taken but some Board members felt the Board should make a decision on this issue in the next few months.

a. Approve Minutes Of The March 25, 1999 Meeting
b. Approve Tax Refunds: Jean Castillo ($980.79) Missy & Alan Atwood ($924.09) Guy Williams ($700.18) David McClintock ($908.26)
c. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports And Expenditures
d. Approve Dual Credit Courses At High School
e. Approve Change in Textbook Selection for Theatre Arts
f. Second Reading Approval Of TASB Policies Update 59
g. Designate Teacher Service Day For May 20, 1999
h. Nominate Kitti Focke to TASB Media Honor Roll {attached}
i. Approve Request of Douglas L. Rougeau to Waive Penalty and Interest in the Amount of $243.67 for Tax Year 1998 and Refund of Same
j. Approve Any Resignations, Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Hires {attached}

IX. The Board entered closed session at 9:36 p.m. to discuss personnel, legal and real estate matters and subsequently returned at 11:35 p.m. The following action was taken as a result:

Trustee Peterson moved to approve the "Agreement of Intent for Exchange of Property" between Steve and Kay Carter and the school district. Second by Trustee Seiders {attached}.

Minutes adopted on May 13, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The May 3, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:06 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that all members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Debra Miller, Pam Peterson, Lenny Jasinski and Olivia Weekley.

II. Public Forum:

• Several parents, staff members, a student and interested community members spoke in support of funding a new tennis facility for Dripping Springs High School. Those who spoke were Scott Vandigriff, Coach Greg Howard, Penny Reeves-Goff, Ann and Dr. Don Connell, Fabienne and Gerald Grellet-Tinner, and Jan Lindsey.
• Deniece Waite and Pam McAfee, parents, spoke supported the construction of a gym at the intermediate school and expressed concern for the safety of the children.
• Susie Dudley, parent, presented an article to the Board regarding school safety.

III. Action/Report Items:

a. Trustee Figer opened the sealed envelopes containing the results of the school trustee election conducted on May 1, 1999. Board members reviewed the results, and Trustee Figer read aloud the Order Declaring Results of Trustee Election. Trustee Miller made the motion, second by Trustee Weekley, to adopt the Order as read declaring the winners of the election to be John W. Moore and Leonard Olson. (Said Order is attached and made a part of these minutes.)

b. School Safety and Security ­ Trustee Heckmann asked that the Board and the District consider training for the staff, review the Crisis Management Plan and security on the campuses and generally do all that needs to be done to provide a safe environment for our students and staff. He asked that this item be on the May 13th agenda for further consideration.
c. The technology coordinators presented information on bids received for the technology installation at the intermediate school. The recommendation was that Waters Network Systems of Austin do the work. The package provides intercom, telephone, data, media distribution and retrieval, clocks, and sound system for the cafetorium. The proposal totals $164,500.77 and work is expected to be completed by August 1999. Trustee Peterson made the motion, second by Trustee Seiders to approve the recommendation as presented.

d. Facilities Committee Chairperson, Trustee Jasinski, presented a recap of the discussions and decisions leading up to this point regarding the construction of a gym at the intermediate campus. He explained the decision to build 800f2 classrooms in lieu of a gymnasium and that this was at the request of the intermediate staff. He reiterated the Board's intention of building a gym and the possibility of using the contingency fund, stadium monies, concessionaire monies or other means by which to fund the project. Other Board members made various comments in particular, Trustee Peterson who stated her offense at the implications of some that the Board is not concerned about children's safety and that it does not want a gymnasium. At the close of discussion, Trustee Heckmann moved that the item be tabled to allow time for further study and review, second by Trustee Jasinski.

e. The Board discussed options to fund a tennis facility at the high school and discussed the costs and timeline for construction. Trustee Seiders emphasized the fact that community members and parents have worked diligently over the past five years to raise funds both individually and corporately but have been unable to raise the money. Trustee Weekley moved to table the item until the next meeting, second by Trustee Heckmann.

6 FAVORED (Figer, Heckmann, Seiders, Jasinski, Weekley, Miller)
1 OPPOSED (Peterson)

At the conclusion of discussion on the tennis facility, Trustee Seiders moved that it is the intent of this Board to make every effort to make the tennis facility a reality within the timeline as set forth, second by Trustee Miller.

f. The City of Dripping Springs' request for additional money to complete the park project was discussed. The Board felt that the District had contributed its fair share to the project at this time. Item died for lack of motion.
g. Trustee Seiders moved to approve the personnel recommendations as presented by the administration, second by Trustee Jasinski. Said recommendations are attached and made a part of these minutes.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

V. Adjournment.

Minutes adopted on May 13, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The May 7, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 4:29 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Pam Peterson, who arrived at 5:10 p.m.) Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Debra Miller, Lenny Jasinski and Olivia Weekley.

II. The Board entered closed session at this time to discuss and consider the evaluation of the superintendent's performance. The Board returned to open session at 5:41 p.m. and no action was taken as a result.

III. The meeting adjourned.

Minutes adopted on June 10, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The May 13, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:12 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Lenny Jasinski and Pam Peterson. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Debra Miller, Olivia Weekley, and Pat Seiders (who arrived at 5:15 p.m.)

II. Board/Administration Work Session: The principals briefly outlined the 1999-2000 Campus Improvement Plans for their respective campuses. The process used in the review and development of the plans was explained. Board Members were given copies of the plans prior to the meeting in order to allow sufficient time for review. This was a presentation only; no action was taken at this time.

III. Closed Session: The Board convened to closed session at 5:44 p.m. and subsequently returned at 7:00 p.m. No action was taken as a result of closed session at this time.

IV. High school band students led the Pledge of Allegiance.

a. The newly elected trustees, Leonard Olson and John W. Moore, took their "Oath of Office", respectively, and were swore-in by Hays County Commissioner Russ Molenaar. The two new trustees took their seats on the Board.
Election of 1999-2000 Officers:
Mrs. Miller nominated/motioned Mike Figer as President, second by Mr. Heckmann.

6 FAVORED (Heckmann, Seiders, Weekley, Moore, Miller, Olson)
1 ABSTAINED (Figer)

Mrs. Weekley nominated/motioned Glenn Heckmann as Vice-President, second by Mr. Olson.

6 FAVORED (Figer, Seiders, Weekley, Moore, Miller, Olson)
1 ABSTAINED (Heckmann)

Mrs. Weekley nominated/motioned Pat Seiders as Secretary, second by Mrs. Miller.

b. The Board presented outgoing trustee Lenny Jasinski with a plaque and many kind words of appreciation for his dedicated three years while serving on the Board of Trustees. The meeting recessed briefly to honor Mr. Jasinski with "farewell" refreshments.

c. During the reception for Mr. Jasinski, the high school ensemble band played several selections and middle school gifted/talented students dressed in costume mingled amidst the attendees.

d. Certificates of Recognition were presented to four Motorola Partners and two KXAN-TV staff members. The individuals recognized for their contributions in the Motorola Partnership were Paul Roddy, Brenda Cox, Roberto Escamilla and Linda Garrett. Also, Joe Stone and Bruce Whiteaker represented KXAN-TV for their contributions to the District.

e. The district administrators presented central office and campus reports too numerous to list; however, the top 10 students of the graduating class were recognized.

f. Keith Burnett updated the Board on current construction projects and targeted the completion of the intermediate school building for the early part of September, 1999.

VI. Action/Report Items:

a. A report was made to the Board on the cooperative effort between the administration and the sheriff's department on school safety and security. During the next few months work will be done to update and review the District's Crisis Management Plan and incorporate a working relationship between the sheriff's office and the school district in case of an emergency. Also, John Bonner, of Bonner Associates, offered at no expense to the District an on-site review of school facilities. At the close of a lengthy discussion, Mrs. Weekley moved to accept the offer of Bonner Associates, at no cost to the district, to conduct an assessment of security at the high school and middle school campuses in collaboration with the sheriff's department and the appropriate school district personnel, second by Mrs. Miller.

6 FAVORED (Figer, Seiders, Weekley, Moore, Miller, Olson)
1 ABSTAINED (Heckmann)

c. Larry Mendoza presented a draft of the concessionaire agreement with Coca-Cola. In summary, the District would receive $500,000 up-front, $25,000 for scoreboards, and additional monies for a total estimated value of contract totaling $1,458,432. At this point, the District is hesitant to enter into a fifteen-year agreement based on current student enrollment. Discussions are presently underway to finalize the agreement. No action was taken at this time.

d. The Board discussed with the administration possible funding sources for the construction of a tennis facility at the high school. Also, Fabienne Grellet-Tinner, a parent, spoke in support of the facility and the tennis program. Mr. Heckmann moved that the administration continue with the design/build of the tennis facility at the high school utilizing a maximum of $250,000 from the Coca-Cola concessionaire monies, second by Mrs. Miller.

e. The Board discussed with the administration possible funding sources for the construction of a gymnasium at the new intermediate school. Also, Scott McAfee, a parent, spoke in support of the gym and reiterated the responsibility of the Board to use bond monies for their intended purposes to insure trust among the community and taxpayers. Mr. Heckmann moved to direct the administration to proceed with the design and in-house construction of the intermediate school gymnasium utilizing existing bond monies as recommended by the administration (memo attached) with a completion date of no later than January 2000, second by Mrs. Miller.

f. The contract language between the District and Fun Time Live was presented for final consideration. Mrs. Seiders moved to approve the contract as presented, second by Mrs. Miller. (Mr. Heckmann was out of the room during this time.)

5 FAVORED (Figer, Seiders, Weekley, Miller, Olson)
1 ABSTAINED (Moore)

b. Mr. Mendoza presented the preliminary budget for 1999-2000 school year discussing a tentative salary schedule for teachers, increasing the District's employee contribution for health insurance and requesting growth positions. By consensus, the Board supported increasing the District's employee health contribution from $75 to $125 per month. Additionally, Mrs. Miller moved to approve the six (6) growth positions as recommended by the administration, second by Mrs. Seiders.

g. Consideration of the 20% homestead exemption - The administration discussed proposed legislation that would offer tax relief for fast growth school districts. This was discussion only.
h. Mr. Figer moved that the District pays the cost of the buses for Project Graduation and that Project Graduation pays the cost of the drivers, second by Mrs. Miller.

i. As outlined in the work session earlier, Mr. Heckmann moved to approve the Campus Improvement Plans as presented, second by Mrs. Seiders.

6 FAVORED (Figer, Heckmann, Seiders, Weekley, Moore, Miller)
1 ABSTAINED (Olson)

a. Approved Minutes of the April 15 and May 3, 1999 Meetings
b. Approved Tax Refunds Over $500 to the following:

Susie Richardson $1,061.08 Paul Dierickx $951.28
Christopher Stanford $585.16 Mark Urbanovsky $513.31
Jerry Felkner $1,082.03 Michael Smith $710.36
Mark Hemingway $525.39 Peggy Luplow $719.28
Brian Smith $562.98 Ronald Verdi $1,216.96
Christopher Warden $1,062.46 Mitchell Whiddon $4,232.15

c. Approved Monthly Tax/Financial Reports And Expenditures
d. Approved Budget Amendments for 1998-99 School Year {attached}
e. Approved High School Instrumental Ensemble Course as Replacement for Jazz Band 1999-2000 SY
f. Approved Shared Services Agreement with Austin Regional Day School Program for the Deaf
g. Nominated Delegate/Alternate for 1999 TASB Convention
h. Nominated Debra Rhoads Miller as District Representative on the City Parks and Recreation Commission
i. Approved Recommended Resignations, Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Hires {attached}

VIII. Announcements: The Board Members were reminded of the commencement exercises for the 1999 graduates at 7:00 p.m. on May 22, 1999 at Strahan Coliseum in San Marcos.

IX. The Board entered closed session at 11:20 p.m. for the purpose of discussing legal matters. The Board returned to open session at 11:30 p.m. and no action was taken as a result.

X. The meeting adjourned.

Minutes adopted on June 10, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The June 1, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:02 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Debra Miller. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Olivia Weekley, Leonard Olson and John Moore.

II. At this time, the Board entered closed session to discuss an agreement regarding the superintendent's employment and subsequently returned to open session at 8:05 p.m. As a result, the following action was taken:

Mrs. Weekley moved that the Board of Trustees accept the resignation of Dr. Michael Owens as Superintendent effective June 30, 1999 and as a District employee effective November 30, 1999, and further moved to authorize the Board President and the Board Secretary on behalf of the DSISD to enter into the agreement submitted by the Superintendent pursuant to his resignation, second by Mrs. Seiders.

Mrs. Weekley moved to accept the personnel recommendations as presented and attached as a part of these minutes, second by Mrs. Heckmann.

Minutes adopted on June 10, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The June 10, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 4:03 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Glenn Heckmann, Debra Miller, and John Moore (who arrived at 4:10 p.m.) Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, Olivia Weekley, and Lenny Olson.

II. The first portion of the meeting was held at the new Dripping Springs Intermediate School building site. The Board met with the architect, project manager, contractor and school administrators and conducted a walk-through of the new campus.

At this time (5:08 p.m.), the Board relocated to the Cafeteria of the Dripping Springs Middle School for the remainder of the meeting. During the course of the work session to follow, Mr. Heckmann arrived at 5:39 p.m. and Mrs. Miller arrived at 6:10 p.m.

III. Board/Administration Work Session:

a. 1999-2000 Budget ­ Larry Mendoza explained various aspects of the proposed budget emphasizing the State Comptroller's property value study, and its impact on the tax rate, new state funding formulas and old debt relief as a part of SB4. Mr. Mendoza also outlined the proposed teacher salary schedule for next year, making special mention of the $3,000 increase for all teachers. The proposed schedule increases a starting teacher's salary to $27,000, making DSISD more competitive in attracting new teachers. All other staff salary schedules were discussed with increases comparable to the teachers' schedule. This was discussion only; no action was taken at this time.

IV. The Board convened to Closed Session at 6:23 p.m. to discuss personnel, legal matters, and the possible designation of interim superintendent(s) and reconvened to b at 7:30 p.m. No action was taken as a result at this time.

V. The new high school principal, Greg Jung, led the Pledge of Allegiance.

a. Mr. Figer recognized Dr. Michael Owens for his time and efforts as superintendent of the school district during this last year. The Board recessed briefly to honor Dr. Owens with refreshments and a time to visit with community members.
b. Certificates of Recognition were presented to Gitta Grether-Sweeney and Rhonda Cox for their untiring contributions to the child nutrition program as well as Ralph Mertesdorf for his contributions to the gifted/talented program of the intermediate school.
c. Mary Bob Kosub presented the TAAS results highlighting areas of success as well as weaknesses. Overall, district results were outstanding indicating a probable exemplary rating again. All the students, teachers and parents are to be commended.
d. Campus and central office administrators reported on the 1999 graduation exercises, the hiring of new personnel, training of staff, and recent legislation.
e. Facilities Report ­ As noted, a tour of the new intermediate school was conducted earlier in the meeting. Also, Keith Burnett reported that construction of the tennis facilities would begin by the end of July. All other projects were progressing well.

VII. Action/Report Items:

a. Consideration of naming interim superintendent(s) was deferred at this time.
b. Continued discussion of the budget for 1999-2000 school year ­ Mr. Mendoza presented an estimated tax rate of $1.82 that compares to $1.97 this past year. He explained reasons for the lower rate include an increase in appraised values, additional state funding and relief for old debt. Mr. Mendoza further explained the cost of increasing teacher salaries would be $1 million, $900 thousand of which would be funded by the state.

Three additional positions were also discussed as recommended by the administration and campus SIT teams. Two of the positions were deferred at this time, a Curriculum Specialist and an additional high school counselor. Action on the other position was as follows: Mrs. Seiders made the motion, second by Mr. Heckmann to approve an additional special education teaching position for the intermediate school.

Additionally at the close of considerable discussion, Mr. Heckmann made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to approve the recommended teacher salary schedule to include counselors, librarians and the school nurses.

As discussed in previous meetings, Mr. Mendoza presented a Family Season Pass for the 1999-2000 school year. This pass would be for high school regularly scheduled home athletic events, excluding football games. The cost would be $50 per family and cannot be used for post season playoff games. Mr. Olson made the motion, second by Mrs. Miller to approve as recommended and presented.

c. Public Hearing on Title I and Title VI Funds: Mary Bob Kosub presented the use of these federal monies explaining they may be used on any student now, not just educationally disadvantaged as in the past. The administration recommended no change over last year in the utilization of the monies. This was discussion only; no action was necessary.
d. As discussed in previous meetings, Mr. Mendoza presented the concessionaire agreement with Coca-Cola. Both parties are in agreement with the proposed contract. Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mrs. Weekley, to enter into the agreement with Coca-Cola under the terms and provisions as set forth.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

e. Campus handbooks and student constitutions and by-laws were presented for discussion and consideration. Various questions were asked by Board members concerning the dress code and the length of girls' shorts, AEP placement and participating in graduation exercises, eighteen year old students and the emancipation declaration form, the use of cellular phones, absenses/grades/agreements between teachers and students relating to major assignments and long term projects and receiving public input on the proposed revisions.
At the close of discussion, the Board deferred action on the teacher handbooks, the extracurricular by-laws and constitutions as well as the student code of conduct. The administration will schedule a meeting to solicit public input on the student code of conduct and bring the proposed revisions to the Board in July. Mr. Heckmann made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to approve the student handbooks for all four campuses as presented.

4 FAVORED (Figer, Heckmann, Olson, Miller)
3 OPPOSED (Moore, Seiders, Weekley)

f. The administration explained the Career and Technology Program of the school district. Questions were raised concerning the work program and courses offered for non-college bound students. No action was taken.
g. The administration explained recent legislation in SB 4 in relation to the 20% homestead exemption and a hold harmless provision for school districts offering the exemption. No action was taken.

a. Approved Minutes of the May 7 & 13 and June 1, 1999 Meetings
b. Approved Tax Refunds To: Billy & Bobbie Hyde $694.43
Saddletree Ranch Property Owners Association $591.00
c. Approved Monthly Tax/Financial Reports And Expenditures
d. Approved Budget Amendments for 1998-99 School Year {attached}
e. Approved Quarterly Investment Report {attached}
f. Approved Facility Usage Agreement for 4-H {attached}
g. Considered on First Reading All Updated LEGAL and LOCAL Policies According to the Instruction Sheet as Recommended by TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 60
h. Approved Any Resignations and New Hires {attached}

X. The Board convened to Closed Session at 11:25 p.m. to discuss personnel, legal and real estate matters and subsequently returned to Open Session at 1:17 a.m. As a result, the following action was taken:

Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mrs. Weekley, that Mary Bob Kosub and Larry Mendoza be designated as interim superintendents of Dripping Springs ISD.

5 FAVORED (Figer, Seiders, Miller, Weekley, Moore)
2 OPPOSED (Heckmann, Olson)

MOTION CARRIED

Minutes adopted on July 15, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The July 1, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:08 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that all members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Debra Miller, Olivia Weekley, Lenny Olson, and John Moore.

II. Public Forum:

• Curtis Wilson, resident of Peabody Place, addressed the Board with concerns of a "land exchange" currently under consideration between the school district and an adjacent landowner. He earnestly urged the Board not to proceed with the exchange and to solicit input from the other landowners impacted by the arrangement.

III. Action/Report Items:

a. Don Killough, Director of TASB Superintendent Search Services, briefly outlined the search process and proposed a timeline to be used in hiring a superintendent. TASB's services will be provided at no charge except for expenses such as printing, travel, and postage. TASB has performed around 300 searches for Texas school districts and Mr. Killough has been with the Association for eight years. Trustee Miller was emphatic that a spontaneous writing sample be a part of the finalist's interview process. The community and staff members will be profiled after the start of school to determine the needs of the district and consensus of the Board was that a superintendent be in place by January 1, 2000. Mr. Heckmann made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to retain TASB to conduct the superintendent search and develop a working timeline. (Mrs. Weekley had left the meeting during this discussion at 6:47 p.m.)

b. The Board discussed the need for a current board member to serve on the City's Park & Recreation Commission. Debra Miller had been previously nominated for the appointment to the Commission; however, Mrs. Miller withdrew her name due to scheduling conflicts with her employment.

The Board discussed a letter dated June 15, 1999 wherein the City stated, "that since a council member is not allowed to be a member of the Commission, a school board member should not be appointed to the Commission." However, in a reading of the city ordinance creating the Parks & Recreation Commission, no provision was found preventing a current school board member from serving on the Commission. And because of the fiduciary responsibility of the District for the 40-acre project, the board felt strongly that a current school board member be on the Commission.

Mrs. Seiders made the motion, second by Mr. Heckmann, that Leonard Olson be appointed to the Parks & Recreation Commission to serve a two-year term as a replacement for Debra Miller.

5 FAVORED (Figer, Heckmann, Seiders, Moore, Miller)
1 ABSTAINED (Olson)

c. Board members shared information obtained while attending the TASB Summer Leadership Training in San Antonio, June 17-19, 1999. All the training sessions were well attended and informative. This was discussion only; no action was taken.

d. Mrs. Seiders made the motion, second by Mrs. Miller, to approve the teacher handbooks for all campuses as presented.

Due to a recent court ruling, the administration asked that action on the extracurricular bylaws and constitutions be deferred at this time.

e. Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to approve the resolution amending authorized representatives for TexPool (attached).

f. Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mr. Heckmann, to approve the personnel recommendations as presented (attached).

V. Adjournment.

Minutes adopted on July 15, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The July 15, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:08 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Olivia Weekley and Glenn Heckmann. (Mr. Heckmann arrived at 6:40 p.m.) Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, Debra Miller, Lenny Olson, and John Moore.

II. Board/Administration Work Session:
The administration discussed with the Board the preliminary budget for the 1999-2000 school year and presented requests/justification for additional items. Those items included legal fees for the property value appeal, salary increases for non-teaching personnel, additional transportation vehicles, an additional high school counselor and a curriculum specialist for the district. Items previously approved by the board included an increase in health insurance benefits, five additional teachers, and an increase in salaries for teachers, librarians, nurses and counselors totaling $1,425,000. Based on the items approved thus far, the proposed budget would require a tax rate of $1.697. Additionally, DSEA presented a teacher salary comparison of area school districts and requested that the Board consider a flat $4,000 increase for all teachers. The budget will be presented for consideration/approval at a special called meeting on August 5, 1999.

III. Closed Session:
At 6:20 p.m. the Board convened to closed session and subsequently returned to open session at 7:05 p.m. No action was taken as a result.

IV. Pledge of Allegiance and Superintendent's Report:

a. The administration reported on the status of the Benefits Committee and the high school administration explained the need for an additional counselor. Full recommendations will be made at the special called meeting on August 5th.
b. Glenn Heckmann, Chairperson of the Facilities Committee, reported on the status of the high school project and the continued work by the contractor on punch list items. He reported the district's displeasure with the surface of the high school gymnasium. He also updated the board on the status of new aluminum seating for the football stadium, the tennis court bids, which were over-budget, and that the intermediate school gymnasium drawings will be completed by the end of the month. Keith Burnett reported on the possibility of rainwater collection systems for all campuses.

a. Curtis Wilson, homeowner in Peabody Place, addressed the Board with concerns over a proposed land swap affecting his property and requested a dialogue between the homeowners and the school board.
b. Wayne Carelock, homeowner in Peabody Place, also requested dialogue with the school board and shared his concerns with the proposal.

h. DSYSA Junior Football and Cheerleader League ­ David Woods, DSYSA, requested the use of the middle school football field four times and the varsity field one time per year. The field(s) would be used on Saturday(s) from 7:30a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Also requested was the use of the middle school practice field on weekdays, after the 7th & 8th grade teams were completely finished. This arrangement would be needed for only two years. Liability concerns would be addressed through the DSYSA release form currently used for all other sport activities. At the close of discussion, Mr. Heckmann moved to approve the request from DSYSA as presented and that the details be worked out through the administration, second by Mrs. Miller.

a. Transportation Issues ­

1. Chester Sparks, Transportation Director, updated the Board on the status of providing service to daycare centers. He stated that service will continue to be provided this school year; however, if a shortage of drivers should occur, alternative means of transportation may be required.
2. Mr. Sparks also updated the Board on potential traffic congestion when the new intermediate school opens this fall and how it could impact the transfer system at the middle school.

b. Grant Request for School Resource Officer ­ Under the proposed grant, the school district would have a SRO for three years at no cost to the district. At the end of the three-year period, the district would have the option to retain the SRO or discontinue the service. Hays County has said that the program builds rapport with the students and has been extremely effective in neighboring school districts. Mrs. Seiders moved to approve participation in the Hays County SRO Grant, second by Mr. Moore. (Mrs. Miller left the meeting during the course of discussion at 8:10 p.m.)

c. Continued Discussion of Proposed Budget for 1999-2000 School Year ­ The administration summarized the proposed budget along with the projected tax rate. The proposed budget totals $17,075,330 for the general fund only and includes three new teaching positions for the high school, one new special education staff member for the intermediate school and one additional gifted and talented teacher for the primary school. The Board also has approved increasing the district's contribution for health insurance from $75/month to $125/month at a cost of $285,000. The teacher salary schedule that was approved at the June meeting was estimated to cost $950,000.

Discussion followed regarding the proposed salary schedules for teachers and non-teaching staff members and additional positions, such as the curriculum specialist and a third counselor for the high school. No action was taken at this time on the budget or any budget requests; all was postponed until the August 5th meeting. The administration was directed to provide information regarding the cost of providing a minimum $4,000 increase to all teachers, librarians, counselors and nurses. The board also asked for information regarding a tax rate that would result in no increase to the average homeowner as well as options to reduce the budget to achieve a lesser tax rate.

d. Revisions to the Student Code of Conduct (SCC) and the Extracurricular Code of Conduct (ECC) were presented by the administration. The ECC has been revised and the changes will provide parents with clearer, more concise information about major infractions pertaining to the extracurricular activities. No additional changes were recommended as a result of the public hearing on the SCC. Mr. Olson moved to approve the SCC and ECC as presented, second by Mr. Moore.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

e. Department Improvement Plans were presented for the Business Office, Personnel Office, and Curriculum & Instruction as well as the District Improvement Plan. Mr. Olson moved to approve the plans as presented, second by Mrs. Seiders.

f. Nomination for the TASB Board of Trusteesdied for lack of motion.

g. Request for casework, chalkboard, and windows at the new intermediate school was deferred to allow time for further study and cost analysis. No action was taken at this time.

a. Approved Minutes of the June 10 and July 1, 1999 Meetings
b. Approved Tax Refunds Over $500 to:

Wm. Crisp $ 600.82 David Young $ 1,292.87 Drexel Johnson $ 1,256.65
Susan Theisen 560.19 Andrew Passino 1,263.84 Travis Dikes 624.73
Jerry Becker 923.86 James Reeves 899.60 Carol Boschenstein 693.02
Thomas Taylor 1,440.63 Robert Willis 3,074.45 Bryan Brademan 1,054.42
Kirk Kobza & Paige Keller & John Jay Keller 950.09 Michael Henneke 937.84
Dick Ockman 794.23 Thomas Grass 972.63 Betty Lamb 1,319.11
Wm. Stoner 1,179.92 James Garza 1,230.88 Ronda Ward 729.87
Jerald Swan 572.36

c. Approved Monthly Tax/Financial Reports And Expenditures
d. Approved Budget Amendments for 1998-99 School Year {attached}
e. Approved Bank Depository Contract for 1999-2001 Biennium with Norwest Bank
f. Approved Application for Waiver Under Federal Education Flexibility Demonstration Program (ED-FLEX)
g. Approved Staff Development Waiver for 1999-2000 School Year
h. Approved DSISD Tax Office Addendum to Certificate of Authority for Norwest Bank
i. Approved on Second Reading All Updated LEGAL and LOCAL Policies According to the Instruction Sheet as Recommended by TASB Localized Policy Manual Update 60
j. Approved the Job Description for Director of Compliance, Assessment and Safety
k. Approved the Resignation of Mary Kniffen, the Reassignment of Mary Ledbetter and as New Hires: Ann Jeanette Leffingwell, David Ellis, Allison Dwyer, Rhonda Duke, Rachel Skinner, Tracy McDaniel, Sarah Kight, and Tamara Crowley.

IX. The Board convened to closed session at 10:05 p.m. to discuss personnel, legal and/or real estate matters (Mrs. Miller returned to the meeting during the course of closed session). The Board reconvened to open session at 11:30 p.m. and the following action was taken:

Mr. Heckmann moved to terminate the "Agreement of Intent to Exchange Property" with Steve Carter and to reimburse Mr. Carter the $1,285.46 for expenses incurred on behalf of DSISD, second by Mrs. Miller.

Minutes adopted on August 19, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The August 5, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:03 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Glenn Heckmann. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, Debra Miller, Olivia Weekley, Lenny Olson, and John Moore.

II. Board/Administration Work Session:

• The administration discussed with the Board the proposed budget for the 1999-2000 school year. Specific items discussed included health insurance benefits, the projected tax rate, salaries for all staff members, legal fees for the property value appeal, additional transportation vehicles, and two additional positions, a curriculum specialist and a third counselor for the high school.
• The administration's recommendation included the following: 11% salary increase for paraprofessional staff; 8% increase for administration and the Hays-Blanco Coop staff, or the teacher schedule for if applicable, for counselors and teachers employed by the cooperative; 5% increase for bus drivers; 5% increase for custodial and maintenance, with equity adjustments for some maintenance employees, and a $1.00 per hour increase for entry level salary for child nutrition staff with adjustments for those employees already above the entry level salary. No action was taken at this time; work session only.

III. Public Forum:

• Helen Harrington, parent, expressed concern over the possibility of the transportation department discontinuing service to the daycare centers.

a. Health Insurance Provider ­ The employee benefits committee met on July 13, 1999 to review health insurance proposals. Proposals were sent to seventeen health insurance companies, but the district received only one proposal from Prudential Insurance Company, the current carrier. The proposal from Prudential increases rates for the district's HMO plan by 16% and the PPO by 22%. The committee recommended that Prudential Insurance Company be the district's health insurance provider for the 1999-2000 school year. Ms. Weekley moved to approve the committee's recommendation, second by Mrs. Miller.

5 FAVORED (Figer, Weekley, Moore, Miller, Olson)
1 OPPOSED (Seiders)

b. Continued Discussion/Action on Proposed Budget ­

1. Revised Teacher Salary Schedule - The administration presented information on the impact of a $4,000 across-the-board increase for all teachers, counselors, nurses and librarians. The cost to implement this proposed schedule would be $35,300 in addition to the previously approved schedule budgeted at $950,000. Mrs. Miller moved to approve the salary schedule as presented, second by Mrs. Seiders.

2. Salaries for Non-Teaching Staff ­ The administration recommended an 11% increase for paraprofessionals, 5% increase on the average for bus drivers and custodial staff, and a $1.00/hour increase in the entry level rate for child nutrition personnel with adjustments for those already paid above the entry level rate, as well as a general increase of 5% for maintenance personnel with equity adjustments for those with more skill, responsibility and ability and an increase of 8% for administrators. Bus drivers and custodial starting salaries were adjusted upward last spring; the recommended 5% will provide an increase for those who did not receive a substantial increase at that time. Additionally, it was recommended that the special education cooperative staff receive an increase based on the teacher salary schedule or an 8% increase as applicable.

Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to approve the salary schedules as presented and recommended by the administration.

3. Increase in Funding for Transportation Vehicles ­ Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Ms. Weekley to approve $80,000 for additional vehicles for transportation based on the recommendation of the administration.

4. Additional Positions ­ Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mr. Moore, to approve the additional positions of a third counselor for the high school and a curriculum specialist for the district.

5. Employee Health Insurance Contribution ­ The employee benefits committee recommended that the district pay 100% of the employee only insurance premium. The district contribution has been increased by $50 whereby the district will pay $125 per month per employee for health insurance. Based on the current projected tax rate to fund the proposed budget at this point ($1.813), to approve this request would cost $.03 on the tax rate. After considerable discussion, this item died for lack of motion.

c. Public Hearing on Budget for 1999-2000 School Year ­ There was no public comment on the proposed budget at this time.

d. Approval of Budget for 1999-2000 School Year - The administration presented a tax rate comparison showing tax rate(s) that would result in no increase verses an increase to the average homeowner based on the current estimate of values. The proposed budget ($26,220,386) requires a projected tax rate of $1.813 resulting in an estimated increase to homeowners of $63.04/year. Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Ms. Weekley to approve the budget as presented. (See executive summary of budget attached and made a part of these minutes.)

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

e. Facilities Report ­

1. The Board recognized the efforts of Herndon-Stauch Associates and especially, Brad Kimmel, for a job well done and the cooperative working relationship during the construction of the new intermediate school. The campus is under budget at this time and the proposed move-in date will be the first part of September. Appreciation was extended to all parties involved.
2. Chester Sparks presented the drawings/blueprints for the gymnasium at the new intermediate school as prepared by BLGY, Inc. Question was raised by Ms. Weekley of BLGY's involvement. Due to the fact that their firm had prepared the plans as a part of the original drawings, it was cost effective to have them do it. The gymnasium will basically be built in-house with some of the work sub-contracted. The budget and final plans will be forthcoming.
3. The bids for the tennis facilities at high school came in well over budget. It was the recommendation of the administration to reject all proposals/bids and obtain hard bids on specific areas and come back with a recommendation to the Board at a later date. The lowest bid was $319,000 for six courts. The original plans called for nine courts and $250,000 was budgeted for the project.

f. Extracurricular Bylaws and Constitutions for 1999-2000 School Year ­ Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to approve these documents as presented.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

g. Policy BBFA: School Trustees Conflict of Interest ­ This was an information only item to remind trustees of their duties and responsibilities concerning conflict of interests and the nepotism law that may apply any time during their term on the Board.

h. Reschedule October Regular Meeting ­ Due to the interview schedule as proposed by TASB in the search for a new superintendent, Mr. Olson moved, second by Ms. Weekley, that the regular October meeting be changed to the second Thursday of the month or October 14, 1999.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

i. Mrs. Seiders moved, second by Mrs. Miller, to approve tax refunds to:

Randall Hughes $ 919.89 Rickye Lennon $ 1,306.75 John Dollar $ 656.77
Heather Schnabl and Estate of Richard Schnabl 1,222.46

j. Personnel Recommendations ­ Mrs. Miller moved, second by Mr. Olson, to approve the resignation of Lee Hipp and to approve the hiring of John Pineda, Traci Bounds and Margaret Southard.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

VI. The Board convened to Closed Session at 9:41 p.m. to discuss personnel, legal and/or real estate matters. The Board reconvened to Open Session at 10:30 p.m. No action was taken as a result.

VII. Adjournment.

Minutes adopted on August 19, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The August 19, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:10 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that all members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Debra Miller, Olivia Weekley, Lenny Olson, and John Moore.

II. Superintendent's Report:

a. The DSHS & DSMS Cheerleaders were recognized for their award winning teams at camp. The high school team won the leadership award.
b. AEIS Report: The DSISD was rated Exemplary for the third straight year. This rating is given by the TEA and based on TAAS scores. The primary school was recognized while the intermediate, middle & high schools were exemplary, thus making the district an exemplary district. Mary Bob Kosub outlined the report briefly highlighting issues of attendance, the dropout rate, and student achievement. DSISD was the second largest district in Region 13 to receive the exemplary rating. Congratulations to all students, staff and parents.
c. ACT Report: The district recently received a five-year summary of ACT test scores for the district. The information is very interesting in that it indicates that most of our students (85%) who take the ACT are on a college prep track, whereas only 70% of students statewide and 60% nationally who take the test are on a college prep track. In summary, DSISD students who take the ACT are performing better than both their state and national counterparts.
d. Report on the Advanced Placement Tests: Each year at this time information is presented about students' performance on AP tests. This year, the number of students who were tested has increased and the percent of passing has decreased somewhat from last year. However, this decline was anticipated because of the growth in the number of students taking the test. Even with the growth factor, 70% of the students taking the AP test passed with at least a score of 3.
e. Texas A&M Drug Survey Report was presented by Mary Bob Kosub, who highlighted the report and compared this year's data to last year's. Overall, alcohol and tobacco use is very high among the high school students. The high school staff will be working closely with the drug/alcohol task force and be more involved in this area. Counselors are working hard to enlighten students.
f. The high school and intermediate principals reported on their respective campuses making mention of a smooth start of school and excitement over the new math program at the intermediate school. The total enrollment K-12 is 3,121 students as of the start of school.
g. Facilities Report: The committee reported on the status of current projects. The main two projects, the intermediate school gym and the new tennis facilities, are still in the planning stages. A sprinkler system at intermediate school was also discussed as well as making repairs to the press box at the football stadium.

IV. Action/Report Items:

a. Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to approve as presented the Department Improvement Plans for the following areas: Department of Assessment, Compliance & Safety, Athletics, Construction Operations, Support Services, and Technology.

b. Hays County Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program ­ Hays CISD has decided to apply for a grant that will allow them to develop a Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program (JJAEP). Although Hays County currently does not meet the state's requirements in population density for a mandated JJAEP, the rapid growth in the county has prompted Hays Consolidated to make plans for these students in advance of the mandated program. Dripping Springs, San Marcos and Wimberley I.S.D.s have been invited to participate in the planning. However, Mrs. Kosub recommended that Dripping Springs not participate at this time. It would cost $12,000 to participate and the administration does not feel that we have the population to support such a program.
c. The board discussed with the administration the 1999 Tax Planning Calendar, copy of which is attached and made a part of these minutes.
d. The administration summarized the budget development process and the tax rate ($1.813) required to fund the 1999-2000 budget. The administration also presented a budget estimate for the 2000-01 school year, which indicated a significant loss of state aid due to increasing values. Based on that estimate and the need to add to the district's reserves, the administration recommended that the Board adopt a tax rate of $1.85.

Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mrs. Seiders, to hold the public hearing on September 16, 1999 and to set the maximum tax rate at $1.85.

5 FAVORED (Figer, Heckmann, Seiders, Miller, Weekley)
2 OPPOSED (Moore, Olson)

e. Mr. Heckmann made the motion, second by Mrs. Miller, to approve the PDAS Appraisers and appraisal calendar as presented, copy of which is attached and made a part of these minutes.

a. Approve Minutes of the July 15 and August 5, 1999 Meetings
b. Approve Tax Refunds To: Michael McQuiddy $ 623.06 David Sherby $ 884.60
Thomas Munns $ 1,187.75 Steven Martin $ 574.06 Donald Hays $ 1,002.80
c. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports and Expenditures
d. Approve Budget Amendments {attached}
e. Designate Certain Accounts as "Uncollectible" and Remove from Delinquent Tax Roll {attached}
f. Approve Dual Enrollment Courses for the High School {attached}
g. Approve Exemption of Advanced Classes No Pass/No Play Rules {attached}
h. Approve Any Resignations, Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Hires {attached}

VII. The Board entered closed session at 9:42 p.m. to discuss personnel, legal, and/or real estate matters and subsequently returned to open session at 11:30 p.m. No action was taken as result.

VIII. Adjournment.

Minutes adopted on September 16, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The August 30, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Debra Miller and John Moore. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Olivia Weekley and Lenny Olson.

II. Action/Report Items:

a. Facilities Committee Recommendation:

1. High School Stadium Expansion ­ Nothing at this time.
2. High School Stadium Bleachers ­ The committee recommended that the district bid/purchase portable aluminum seating (600 seats) at an approximate cost of $46,250. Mr. Olson made the motion, second by Ms. Weekley, to approve the purchase of the portable bleachers.

3. High School Tennis Courts Facilities ­ Nothing at this time.
4. Intermediate School Gymnasium ­ Nothing at this time.

b. The administration recommended that the contract of Ray, Wood & Fine for the collection of delinquent taxes be terminated effective September 30, 1999. Mrs. Seiders made the motion, second by Mr. Olson to approve the recommendation as presented.

4 FAVORED (Figer, Seiders, Weekley, Olson)
1 ABSTAINED (Heckmann)
2 ABSENT (Moore, Miller)

IV. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

Minutes adopted on September 16, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The August 30, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:11 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Debra Miller and John Moore. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Olivia Weekley and Lenny Olson.

II. Action/Report Items:

a. Don Killough, TASB Superintendent Search Consultant, outlined the timeline and interview schedule for hiring the new superintendent. Profile meetings with staff members and the community have been conducted throughout the day and will conclude the following day. As a result of these meetings, the brochure announcing the vacancy will be finalized and mailed next week.

The Board discussed with Mr. Killough both the professional and personal traits they would like the new superintendent to possess. They also talked about the positive features of the Dripping Springs ISD and what they perceived to be the biggest challenges for the new superintendent. The profile summary notes of this discussion is attached and made a part of these minutes. No action was taken.

b. Mr. Heckmann made the motion, second by Ms. Weekley, to accept the resignations of Diane Davenport and Mike Garrison.

MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

IV. The meeting adjourned at 6:40 p.m.

Minutes adopted on September 16, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The September 16, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:16 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Debra Miller, Glenn Heckmann (arrived at 6:12 p.m.), and Olivia Weekley (who arrived at 5:18 p.m.) Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, John Moore and Lenny Olson.

II. Work Session on School Safety:

The administration outlined steps that the district has taken to ensure the safety of our students and staff. The campus administrators addressed measures taken on their respective campuses, such as limited access to the campuses, television surveillance, staff members on campus duty, the creation of a TIPS hotline at the high school, a student identification card, and close involvement with law enforcement. They also talked about the programs in place at all campuses on crisis intervention and how these measures have been communicated to students and parents. A report was made on what has been done to-date concerning a campus safety analysis and a Crisis Response Plan.

Don Montague, Hays County Sheriff, addressed specific concerns that deal with law enforcement and how they interface with public schools as well as the pro-active program of School Resource Officers, school partnership programs and the importance of a trained public information officer.

Bonnie Rose, parent, expressed the need to monitor more closely the behavior of all students and to take all comments seriously.

Minutes adopted on October 14, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The September 16, 1999 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:l0 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Debra Miller. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Glenn Heckmann, Pat Seiders, Olivia Weekley, Lenny Olson, and John Moore.

II. Public Hearing on the 1999-2000 Budget and 1999 Tax Rate ­ There was no audience participation or public comment at this time.

III. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

Minutes adopted on October 14, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The September 16, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:16 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Debra Miller. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, Glenn Heckmann, John Moore, Lenny Olson, and Olivia Weekley.

II.      a. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Eagle Scout Trey Little. Additionally, Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution honoring Trey for earning the ranking of eagle scout and presented Trey with a certificate of recognition.

b. The middle and primary schools' principals presented campus reports.
c. Tresa Anderson, assistant principal, and teacher Judith Holmes, presented a report on the behavioral intervention program at the primary school, which has been very successful since its inception four years ago. The idea behind the program is to intervene with students with behavioral disorders and to train teachers with strategies for dealing with behaviorally difficult students and become more skilled at dealing with all behavioral challenges in the classroom.

• Mike Firle, city council member, addressed the board concerning water availability and usages of a city-owned water and waste water facility.
• Barbara English, representative of DSEA, expressed gratitude and appreciation to the school board and its relationship with the faculty and staff and presented each board member with a small token of appreciation.
• Marilyn Kelso, band booster, expressed opposition on the proposed location of the new tennis facilities that would be located in the area where the band currently practices.

a. Educational Foundation of DSISD, Inc. - Bill Hayden, President of the Foundation, presented its annual report noting the investment in the students of the district has exceeded $95,000 since its inception in 1992. Funds are disbursed through a variety of programs including senior scholarships, teacher mini-grants, and the annual academic awards banquet. Ms. Weekley made the motion, second by Mr. Moore, to accept the report as presented.

b. Mr. Figer read aloud a Resolution declaring October as Exemplary Month. Mrs. Seiders made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to adopt the resolution as attached and made a part hereof.

c. The administration recommended the firm of Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott, LLP of Houston, Texas to represent the district in delinquent tax collections. Mrs. Seiders made the motion, second by Ms. Weekley, to approve the recommendation as presented.

5 FAVORED (Figer, Seiders, Weekley, Moore, Olson)
1 ABSTAINED (Heckmann)

d. Re-Adoption of 1999-2000 Budget - The new law requiring the re-adoption of the budget was explained by the administration. Mr. Heckmann moved, second by Ms. Weekley, to re-adopt the budget as presented and attached to these minutes.

e. Resolution to Adopt 1999 Tax Rate - The adopted budget requires a tax rate of $1.813; however, the administration recommended a $1.85 tax rate, to add to the district's fund balance and offset a projected loss in state funding next year. The board discussed with the administration the positive and negative impact(s) of adopting the higher or the lower tax rate. Ms. Weekley made the motion, second by Mrs. Seiders, to adopt by resolution a total tax rate of $1.85 for the 1999 tax year. (Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.)

5 FAVORED (Figer, Seiders, Weekley, Moore, Olson)
1 OPPOSED (Heckmann)

f. Facilities Committee Report: The administration reported on the various construction projects currently underway in the district.

1. The committee requested additional time before making a final recommendation on the tennis courts facilities project. No action was taken at this time.
2. The committee is going to pursue a "Request For Proposal" for a stand-alone gymnasium at the intermediate school; then bid the project and come back with a recommendation for the Board's consideration. No action was taken at this time.

a. Approved the minutes of the August 19 & 30, 1999 meetings
b. Approved tax refund to: William Acosta $537.93
c. Approved the monthly tax/financial reports and expenditures
d. Approved High School Swim Program {attached}
e. Approved TASB Starting Points Worksheet on Extracurricular Absences Policy FM (Local)
f. Approved Resolution Concerning Non-Participation in HB-51 {attached}

The Board entered closed session at 9:50 p.m. (with the absence of Mr. Heckmann) to discuss personnel, legal and/or real estate matters and subsequently returned to open session at 11:10 p.m No action was taken as a result.

VIII. Adjournment.

Minutes adopted on October 14, 1999 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Paricia Seiders, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.

I. The October 14, 1999 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:11 p.m. by Mike Figer, President, who noted that a quorum was present with the absence of Olivia Weekley (who arrived within minutes) and Glenn Heckmann. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Pat Seiders, John Moore, Lenny Olson, and Debra Miller.

II. Boy Scout Bryan Gatchell led the Pledge of Allegiance and Greg Jung, principal, reported on high school campus activities.

III. Public Forum - No one spoke at this time.

IV. Action/Report Items:

a. Kim Gravell, middle school teacher, reported on the satellite system and technology available to all students and staff members. She showed clips demonstrating T-Star interactive classroom participation, distance learning for credit opportunities, programs sponsored by HEB, and a viewing of a colonial Williamsburg museum field trip.
b. The intermediate and middle school principals reported on the status of the 1998-99 Campus Improvement Plans, respectively, highlighting the goals and objectives of each plan. Each principal expressed appreciation to the board for its continued support of their campuses.
c. Facilities Report:

1. Larry Mendoza presented an update on the 1996 bond issue and the status of funds, highlighting the timeline and projects outstanding at this time, and current and projected enrollment. In summary, the district has an overage of ($437,000) due in part to overruns at the high school campus expansion.
2. On behalf of the Facilities Committee, Mr. Olson updated the Board on anticipated projects and those currently underway.
3. The administration explained and recommended the design build/bid process for four new tennis courts and revamping of the current courts for the budgeted $250,000 and informed the board of its responsibilities under this new law and the criteria to be used. Mrs. Miller made the motion, second by Mr. Olson, to approve the concept of design build/bid and criteria to be used for the construction of new tennis facilities. (Said criteria is attached and made a part of these minutes.)

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