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Minutes, January 6, 2001
DSISD Board of Trustees
Administrative Building
Conference Room
I. The January 6, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 8:35AM by Mike Figer, President, in room 108, DSISD Administration Building conference Room. Board members present were Lenny Olson, John Moore, Richard Stark, Olivia Weekley, Susie Dudley, and Eddie Oliver. Also present were Mary Ward, Mary Bob Kosub, Greg Jung, Donna Janssen and Mike Cave.
The Board moved to Item III on the agenda.
III. Mary Ward presented Superintendent's Report:
IV. Announcements:
Minutes adopted on January 18, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The January 9, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:37PM by Mike Figer in room 108, DSISD Administration Building conference Room. Board members present were Lenny Olson, John Moore, Richard Stark, Olivia Weekley, Susie Dudley, and Eddie Oliver. Mary Ward was also present.
II. Closed Session - At 6:40 PM, the Board entered closed session for the purpose of Superintendent's Evaluation.
III. Open Session - The Board returned to Open Session at 8:35 PM and no action was taken as a result of closed session.
IV. Superintendent's Report:
Minutes adopted on January 18, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The January 18, 2001 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:00PM by Mike Figer, President, who noted that all members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Lenny Olson, Susie Dudley, Olivia Weekley, John Moore, Eddie Oliver, and Richard Stark. Also present were Mary Bob Kosub, Ron Hill, and Dwane Shropshire.
II. Workshop Session: At this time, the Board entered a closed session to discuss the following items:
A. Financial Reporting Format
B. Final Policy ReviewThe Board recessed at 7:00pm and returned to open session at 7:10pm.
III. Superintendent's Report: Pledge of Allegiancewas led by students from the High School Student Council Sarah Lindsey, Meagan Stewart, Matthew Pena, and Scarlet Wright. Peggy Till, Student Council Sponsor was also present.
A. Awards and Recognition's:
1. Mrs. Ward read George W. Bush's Proclamation declaring January as School Board Month. Each campus presented tokens of appreciation to the board members. Additionally, Superintendent, Mary Ward presented each board member with a certificate of recognition and expressed appreciation for their untiring efforts and dedication to the children of the district.
2. Mike Figer, President, presented each student with a certificate of recognition for National Merit Scholar and National Merit Hispanic Scholars. High School and Middle School students were presented with certificates of recognition for District Band, Region Band, All State Band, and Region Orchestra Qualifiers. Mr. Figer read aloud to a resolution honoring the Tiger Football Team.B. Dwane Shropshire, Assistant Superintendent for Business Operations, reported on the Budget progress and Transportation system. Mr. Shropshire reported maintenance updates and reiterated the use of the Technology Distance Learning Lab.
C. Mary Bob Kosub, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resource and Learning, reported and provided handouts on the progress of the Vertical Team Activities. Mrs. Kosub provided handouts to inform members of the special education transition meetings that take place to assure parents and children a less stressful transition between campuses. Mrs. Kosub reported on spring planning activities.
D. Mike Cave, principal at the primary school, reported on alternative testing and TAAS testing. Mr. Cave reported Motorola's donation of four computer monitors and thirteen computers. Greg Jung, principal at the high school, reported the option of staff development to earn credit over the Internet, and specifically, Greg Jung reported on progress of the STAR Team Program.
E. Mary Ward presented superintendent's Report:1. Robyn Wilson, the new editor for the Century News, was introduced.
2. The District is discussing the viability of a health insurance cooperative with other school district.
3. A letter from Mr. Stern expressing his concern over the high DSISD tax rates.
4. A copy of the TASB Annual Report was provided for review.
IV. Public Forum - Paul Watkins presented a memorandum requesting the District pass a resolution requesting city ordinance that developers dedicate property for parks, schools, and housing (attached memorandum). No action taken at this time. Place as an item on February agenda.5. Dealy Herndon will be service on Governor Rick Perry's appointment advisory committee.
A. Keith Lancaster, DSHS Band Director, presented information on the proposed band trip to Durango, Colorado. Following questions and discussion, John Moore made the motion to approve the DSHS Tiger Band out-of-state trip. Second by Eddie Oliver.
B. Following discussion and review of documentation of hours, Lenny Olson made the motion to pay in full BLGY Architectural Firm, second by Richard Stark.
C. Mary Ward led discussion to approve Change Order #11 from HSA for the Dripping Springs Intermediate School Construction. Richard Stark made the motion, second by Eddie Oliver, that the Change Order #11
D. Dave Stausch and Eric Goodloe of HAS presented their request for total payment of the contract balance remaining per pay application as approved by BLGY. Concern was expressed and questions asked by Board members about the status of the concrete in the bus parking area of the Intermediate School and the method and timelines for completing the floor replacement. Following further discussion, Mrs. Ward indicated she was comfortable in releasing $72,163.50 of the pay application at this time, but felt the district should withhold the retainage amount ($61,435.47) until final agreement had been reached on the pending issues in the floor replacement. Lenny Olson made the motion to pay $72,163.50 at this time and hold the retainage until the administration is satisfied with the arrangements for the floor replacement. Second by Weekley.
E. Steve Stuart from Desk Maps presented a demographic study to the board. Following extensive discussion, Lenny Olson made the motion to approve but not to exceed $9,900.00 toward a demographic study for the school district. second by John Moore.
F. Mary Ward presented options to the board regarding the request to waive delinquent taxes on property gifted to Sports & Recreation Park. John Moore made the motion to approve the waiver on behalf of the City of Dripping Springs' for delinquent taxes on property gifted to Sports & Recreation Park, second by Eddie Oliver.
G. Mary Ward presented the proposed two-year DSISD School Calendar for 2001-2002 and 2002-2003 with August 14th start date. Olivia Weekley made the motion to approve the DSISD School Calendar for 2001-2002 and 2002-2003 as presented, second by Eddie Oliver.
H. Final discussion was held on the policy review. Olivia Weekley made the motion to add, replace, or delete (LEGAL) policies as appropriate and act on (LOCAL) policies in accordance with the summary of recommendations. Second by Susie Dudley.
I. Mary Ward led discussion of Interlocal Agreement for the Improvement of Sportsplex Drive. There is no recommendation at this time.
J. Leonard Olson led the Facility Committee Report:1. An agreement with DSYSA for use of the UIL Soccer Field at the Sports Park was shared with Board members and will be presented for ratification in February.
VI. Richard Stark made motion, second by Olivia Weekley, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented with corrections to December 14, 2000 Minutes:2. Leonard Olson led minimal discussion of Facility Usage Fee Schedule. No action taken at this time.
A. Approve Minutes of the Meetings of December 14, 2000; January 6, 2001; and January 9, 2001
B. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports and Expenditures
C. Approve Investment Report
D. Approve Tax Refunds Over $500 (attached)
E. Approve Budget Amendments
F. Approve Any Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Personnel Contracts
A. Susie Dudley made the motion to extend the superintendent's contract for Mary Ward through June 30, 2004. Second by Weekley. Mike Figer will prepare the contract for signature.
Minutes adopted on February 15, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The February 6, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:35AM by Mike Figer, President, in room 108, DSISD Administration Building Conference Room. Board members present were Lenny Olson, John Moore, Susie Dudley, and Eddie Oliver. Also present were Mary Ward, Dwane Shropshire, Ron Hill and attorneys Matt Burns and Oscar Trevino from Walsh, Anderson, Brown, Schulze & Aldridge, P.C.
II Board entered closed session for consultation with Legal Counsel related to pending litigation at 6:37 PM.
III. Board returned to open session at 8:45 PM
A. No action relative to closed session.
B. Superintendent's Report.1. Ron Hill discussed remaining personnel and Dwane Shropshire discussed remaining financial policies with Board members.
2. Dwane Shropshire provided draft of the financial reporting format for Board review.
3. Mrs. Ward provided information on the 2001 Graduation Ceremony.
IV. The meeting adjourned at 10:30 PM.4. Mr. Figer discussed possible dates for the follow-up to the Superintendent's evaluation and also to Board involvement in the graduation ceremony.
Minutes adopted on February 15, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The February 15, 2001 REGULAR MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:00PM by Mike Figer, President, who noted that all members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Lenny Olson, Susie Dudley, Olivia Weekley, John Moore, Eddie Oliver, and Richard Stark. Also present were Mike Cave, Ron Hill, and Dwane Shropshire.
II. Workshop Session: At this time, the Board entered a closed session to discuss the following items:
A. Facility Planning Process
B. Start of Fiscal YearThe Board recessed at 7:00pm and returned to open session at 7:08pm.
III. Superintendent's Report: Pledge of Allegiancewas led by students from the Primary School, 1st graders, troup 1366, Nikki Farrington, Taylor Green, Elisabeth Artz, Summer Kocijan, and Ashli Walker accompanied by their parents.
A. Awards and Recognition's:1. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution honoring the district's school counselors, Rhonda Duke, Bonnie Dunn, Bridget Cave, Kelly Coffey, Anne Dodson, Anita Kelly, and Traci Henze and declared the week of February 5-9, 2001 as Dripping Springs Counselor's Week. Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.
2. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution honoring the district school nurses, Kathy Nichols and Rosemary Hearne, and declared the week of January 22-26, 2001 as National Public Schools Nurses' Week. Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.D. Campus Reports: Bill Peace, Technology Coordinator for the Middle School, reported on Teachers Office 2000 software and its progress. Mr. Peace demonstrated a slid show that 8th grade students had put together. Donna Janssen, Intermediate School Principal, reported on alternative testing and TAAS testing and then presented Connie Burrus, a 5th grade teacher, to report on the TIE Grant. Mrs. Burrus reported the progress of the TIE Grant and Team Jason Project.
B. Business Operations: Dwane Shropshire, Assistant Superintendent for Business Operations, reported on the Food Service Programs and the Budget progress. Mr. Shropshire announced that a budget workshop for budget managers will be held March 6, 2001 to go over accounting codes, to finalize the budget calendar, and discuss allocations. Mr. Shropshire also reported that the portable at the softball fields will be painted once the weather permits.
C. Human Resource and Learning: Principal's at the Primary, Intermediate, and the High School campuses reported on the progress of the Vertical Team Activities and go on to explain these activities are performed on early release days after school.
E. Mary Ward presented superintendent's Report:IV. Public Forum: None at this time.
- Mary Ward presented a TASA and TASB legislative platform handouts then reported on legislation bills. Mrs. Ward invited the board members to participate in the Jump Rope for Heart contributions. Mrs. Ward reported that Herndon Stauch and Associates have agreed to remove all floor tile at the Intermediate School and replace it at not cost to the district. Susie Dudley provided information on TASB Grassroots.
- Howard Ballard, Director of Athletics, reported on the Basketball Teams, Swim Club, and Soccer Team. Mr. Ballard also stated that each have advanced to post-district competition.
A. Following discussion, John Moore made the motion to adopt the order for School Board Election (attached) for Saturday, May 5, 2001 with hours amended from 7am through 5pm to 7am through 6pm. Second by Susie Dudley.
B. John Moore made the motion to set the date of the School Board Candidate Academy meeting on March 8th at 6:00PM. Second by Lenny Olson.
C. Eddie Oliver made the motion to change the date of the regular meeting on June 21st, which is during the TASB Summer Leadership Conference in San Antonio, to June 28th. Second by Lenny Olson.6 FAVORED
1 OPPOSED (Susie Dudley)MOTION CARRIEDD. Mike Figer read allowed a resolution supporting Paul Watkins proposal regarding developers dedicating property for parks, schools, and housing as read. (filed). Following discussion, Lenny Olson made the motion to adopt the resolution supporting Paul Watkins proposal. Second by Richard Stark.
E. The staff development waiver request will be presented at the March school board meeting. No action taken at this time.
F. Following discussion, Richard Stark made the motion to approve the waiver request in order to receive a reimbursement for the AP Textbooks. Second by Eddie Oliver.
G. Following discussion, Lenny Olson made the motion to add, replace, or delete (Legal) policies as appropriate and act on (Local) policies in accordance with the summary of recommendations. Second by Olivia Weekley.
H. Mary Ward led discussion of Interlocal Agreement for the Improvement of Sportsplex Drive. There is no recommendation at this time.
I. Leonard Olson led the Facility Committee Report:1. Lenny Olson made the motion to approve the agreement between DSYSA and UIL Soccer Field at the Sports Park with the amendment stressing normal watering schedule. Second by Eddie Oliver.
At this time, Mr. Figer moved two items for the Closed Session portion of the agenda to Open Session.2. Leonard Olson discussed the progress of the Facility Usage Fee Schedule and plans for a public meeting to be held for comments. No action taken at this time.
1. Mrs. Ward reviewed and gave progress status on the Reorganization of Central Office adopted by the Board of Trustees in February, 2000. The reorganization calls for a program change due to loss of state funds. She reports that all areas had been accomplished except for eliminating the position of Director of Construction Operations and hiring skilled tradesman. She also reported the need for the complete implementation of the plan still exists and in fact is more pressing considering the district's current financial position. Mr. Oliver moved confirmation of the continued need for reduction of force arising from the program change due to the loss of funding and continuing financial exigency as determined by the Board in February of 2000. Second by Lenny Olson.
2. Mrs. Ward identified the employment area subject to the reduction in force as determined by the Board in February of 2000 as the position of Director of Construction Operations and requests the Board for implementation of the final phase of the program change by eliminating that position effective the 2001-2002 school year. Olson confirms that the employment area subject to the reduction of force as determined by the Board in February of 2000 as the position of Director of Construction Operations. Second by Eddie Oliver.
A. Approve Minutes of the Meetings of January 18, 2001, and February 6, 2001
B. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports and Expenditures
C. Approve Investment Report
D. Approve Tax Refunds Over $500 (if submitted)
E. Approve Budget Amendments
F. Approve Any Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Personnel Contracts
A. The Board entered Open Session at 10:26PM and took the following actions:1. Susie Dudley made the motion to approve the request for Sabbatical Leave. Second by John Moore.
B. Lenny Olson made the motion to approve administrator contract renewals and extensions as recommended by the Superintendent. Second by Richard Stark.
C. Susie Dudley made the motion to approve the Superintendent's recommendation for proposed non-renewal of the contract of Keith Burnett, the Director of Construction Operations, as required by the reduction of force due to the program change approved by the DSISD Board of Trustees in February, 2000. Second by Eddie Oliver.
Minutes adopted on March 22, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The February 20, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 6:35AM by Mike Figer, President, in room 108, DSISD Administration Building Conference Room. Board members present were Lenny Olson, John Moore, Susie Dudley, Richard Stark, and Eddie Oliver. Absent was Olivia Weekley. Also present were Mary Ward.
II At this time, the Board had no need for closed session.
III. Entered open session, no action taken at this time.
IV. Superintendent's Report:
A. Mike Figer led follow-up discussion to Superintendent's evaluation. Performance Goals for 2000-2001 were discussed and modified to be included in the evaluation process for 2001-2002. The Team of Eight also discussed the Superintendent's evaluation instrument and concluded that there needs to be modifications to the instrument for 2001-2002. Instruments from other districts were reviewed and members are to make suggestions for indicators to be included in the DSISD Superintendent's Evaluation Instrument that will be adopted at a later date. All members of the Team of Eight are to complete the Board Effectiveness Appraisal Form and return to Mary Ward by Tuesday, February 27, 2001.
B. Discussions were held on the Waiver Request for Staff Development Days. Richard Stark moved to approve the Waiver request for staff development days. Seconded by Lenny Olson.
C. Mike Figer led discussion of board member participation in graduation ceremony. Several options were reviewed. The high school principal and superintendent will participate by shaking hands as students enter and exit the stage. Current board members and board members just retiring from the board in May of the same year will be allowed to hand out their own child's diploma.
D. Other items discussed:1. Facility Advisory Task Force process will move ahead with membership being determined in March, an organizational meeting held in the late spring, facility assessment and demographic study conducted during the summer months, and task force work starting in September.
2. Reviewed DSISD Board Policy for protesting instructional material.
3. Attorney's memorandum relating to Ryan O. suit on the Middle School tennis courts was provided.
4. Updates given on the health conditions of Chester Sparks and Bobbie Hyde.
V. Announcements: None at this time.
VI. The meeting adjourned at 9:47PM.
Minutes adopted on March 22, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The March 22, 2001 REGULAR BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 5:00PM by Mike Figer, President, who noted that all members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Lenny Olson, Susie Dudley, Olivia Weekley, John Moore, Eddie Oliver, and Richard Stark. Also present were Mary Ward, Ron Hill, and Dwane Shropshire, Norma Dale, Greg Jung, and Mary Bob Kosub.
II. Workshop Session: At this time, discussed the following items:
A. Budget Workshop #1.The Board recessed at 6:50pm for closed session and returned to open session at 7:19pm.
A. Awards and Recognition's:1. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution honoring the DSHS Girl's Varsity Basketball Team. Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.
2. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution honoring the DSHS Boy's Varsity Basketball Team. Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.
3. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution honoring the FFA/4H Livestock Show Participants. Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.
4. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution honoring the Texas School Lunch and Breakfast Week, and declared the week of March 5-9, 2001 as Texas School Lunch and Breakfast Week. Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.
5. Mike Figer read aloud the Texas Successful Schools Awards for the Dripping Springs Middle School and High School from the Texas Education Agency and the Department of Accountability and School Accreditation.B. Business Operations: Dwane Shropshire, Assistant Superintendent for Business Operations, reported on the Budget progress.
C. Human Resource and Learning: Mary Bob Kosub reported on testing, portrait of a graduate, curriculum council, vertical teaming, and staffing/recruitment.
D. Campus Reports:IV. Public Forum: None at this time.1. Rhonda Duke and Bonnie Dunn, High School Councilors, reported on individual conferencing with junior students. Mike Cave, Primary School Principal, introduced Mrs. Barbara Davidson, primary school librarian, who then reported on the Accelerated Reading Program.E. Mary Ward presented superintendent's report:
- Report on legislation.
- Handout a draft of the Superintendent Performance Goals for 2001-2002.
- Report on the Superintendent Evaluation Instrument and the Board Effectiveness Appraisal Form.
- Report on the Tobacco Program.
- Report on TASB update 65 for information.
A. Mike Figer read aloud, "All board members have completed and/or exceeded the required continuing education with the exception of Richard Stark who needs to complete 3.25 hours before 5.5.01."
BOARD MEMBERS HOURS TOTAL HOURS
1.15.00 TO 2.22.01 TO DATE
Mike Figer 36.35 62.75
Lenny Olson 41.75 59.25
John Moore 27.25 44.75
Olivia Weekley 27.00 76.25
Susie Dudley 31.25 31.25
Eddie Oliver 31.72 31.75
Richard Stark 6.25 6.25
B. Mrs. Ward reported on school board election process.
C. Mary Bob Kosub presented textbook adoption recommendations to the board. Following discussion, Richard Stark made the motion to adopt the recommendations for textbook adoption as presented. Second by Eddie Oliver.
D. Mrs. Ward conducted the election for Regional ESC Board of Directors. Board members marked and cast their ballots.
E. Mike Figer reported that the engineering reports for the Interlocal Agreement for the improvement of Sportsplex Drive have not been completed. There is no further action or recommendation for this project at this time.
F. Mr. Olson lead the Facility Committee Report:1. Mrs. Ward reported on the PTA's efforts of adding a walking path at the Intermediate School. The board will discuss and possibly approve at a special called meeting on April 29th at 7pm.
VI. John Moore made motion, second by Lenny Olson, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented:2. Leonard Olson and Richard Stark reported on the activities of the facility committee. A draft of the Facility Usage Fee Schedule was presented for comment. There are plans for a public meeting to be held for comments. No action taken at this time.
A. Approve Minutes of the Meetings of February 15, 2001, and February 20, 2001
B. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports and Expenditures
C. Approve Investment Report
D. Approve Tax Refunds Over $500 (if submitted)
E. Approve Budget Amendments
F. Approve Any Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Personnel Contracts
A. Motion made by Olson, second by Oliver, to approve contracts for Teachers/Certified professional as recommended.
B. Motion made by Olson, second by Oliver, to nonrenew the contract of the Director of Construction Operations (Keith Burnett) due to reduction of force as a result of program change.
Minutes adopted on April 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The March 29, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:05 PM by Mike Figer, President, who noted that six members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Lenny Olson, Susie Dudley, John Moore, Eddie Oliver, and Richard Stark. Absent was Olivia Weekley. Also present were Tyler Damron, Mary Ward, Dwane Shropshire, Norma Dale, Mary Bob Kosub, Landa and Michael Leavey, Steve and Scott Burger, Byron Lilly of Delta Commercial Contractors Inc., and Damon Laird of the Dispatch News.
II. Action/Report Item:
A. Norma Dale and Byron Lilly presented the Intermediate School PTA proposal for creating the walking track at the play field of the Intermediate School. Following questions and discussion pertaining to funding, construction issues, and inspections, Mr. Olson made the motion to approve the Intermediate School PTA proposal for the walking track. Second by Susie Dudley.
Voting for - Stark, Oliver, Figer, Olson.
Voting against - Moore.
II. Action/Report Items:
B. Following discussion of the School Board election process, Mary Ward recommended appointing Mary Bob Kosub as the Election Administrator. Eddie Oliver made the motion to appoint Mary Bob Kosub as the Election Administrator. Second by Susie Dudley.
C. Greg Jung presented updated proposal for summer school program at Dripping Springs High School. Eddie Oliver made the motion to approve the High School Summer School Program as presented. Second by John Moore.
D. Mr. Olson presented Facility Committee report. The opportunity for public to make comments on the Facility Usage Policy and Fee Schedule is scheduled for Thursday, April 5th at 7:00pm in the High School Library. Mrs. Ward provided copies of the cover letter that was sent to the public as well as the district staff.V. Mrs. Ward presented the Superintendent's Report:
Minutes adopted on April 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The April 5, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:05 PM by Lenny Olson, Chairman of the Facility Committee, who noted that five members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Lenny Olson, Susie Dudley, Eddie Oliver, Richard Stark, and Olivia Weekley. Also present were Dwane Shropshire, Donna Janssen, and Robyn Wilson with Century News.
II. Open Session:
A. Public comment was made on the proposed "Facility Usage Policy and Fee Schedule". Mr. Olson provided a purpose and history of the review of facility usage policy and fee schedule. Present to provide written and/or verbal comment were Michele Hardy (Primary PTO), Raquel Wilson (Primary concerned parent), Deana Jackson (primary PTO), Norma Dale (Intermediate PTA), Edy Barker (AAU Girl's Basketball), Lee Ann Lange (DSYSA), Andrea McCarthy (DSYSA), Jeanne Ballard (High School PTA). Mr. Olson said the Facility Committee would take both written and oral comments into consideration before submitting a final draft to the entire DSISD Board of Trustees for approval. The Board will provide a final draft to those present before final adoption.
Minutes adopted on April 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Olivia Weekley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The April 19, 2001 REGULAR BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:08 PM by Mike Figer, Board President, who noted that 6 members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Lenny Olson, Eddie Oliver, Richard Stark, and John Moore. Susie Dudley arrived at 9:15 PM. Administration present were Dwane Shropshire, Mary Bob Kosub, Ron Hill, Donna Janssen, Tyler Damron, Greg Jung, Mike Cave, and Howard Ballard.
II. Superintendent's Report: Pledge of Allegiance was led by middle school students, Sloane Cormier and Matt Lawson.
A. Awards and Recognition's:1. Mr. Paul Watkins presented Andrew Figer, DSHS Student, a letter of acceptance to West Point Academy.
2. Mr. Figer, President, read aloud a resolution congratulating the DSHS Boy's Soccer Team and Coaching Staff on a very successful season. Said resolution made a part of these minutes.
3. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution congratulating the DSHS One Act Play Cast, Crew and Director on a very successful performance. Said resolution made a part of these minutes.
4. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution recognizing and congratulating the DSHS Academic UIL Post-District participants for their outstanding performance and a job well done. Said resolution made a part of these minutes.
5. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution expressing the Board's appreciation for the untiring efforts of the individuals who volunteer in our schools and recognizing April as National School Volunteer Month. Said resolution is attached and made a part of these minutes.B. Business Operations: Dwane Shropshire, Assistant Superintendent for Business Operations, reported that a budget workshop will be held on April 28, 2001. Mr. Shropshire also reported on two lawsuits held against the school district.
C. Human Resource and Learning: Mary Bob Kosub, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resource and Learning reported on the selection process for Community Education director. Mrs. Kosub reported on TAAS testing and SDAA testing. Ron Hill, Director of Personnel, reported on job fair at Texas A & M University recruiting efforts. Mrs. Kosub reported on the portrait of a graduate. Greg Jung, Principal at the high school, reported on Exit level TAAS test scores.
D. Campus Reports:1. Donna Janssen, Principal at the Intermediate School, reported on TAAS Testing and 3rd grade orientation. Mrs. Janssen introduced Jan McCowen, Instructional Facilitator. Mrs. McCowen presented a brochure then reported on vertical alignment and instructional facilitation between campuses.
III. Public Forum:2. Tyler Damron, Principal at the middle school, introduced Liz Wallin, Instructional Facilitator, who reported on academic contest events and winners. Sloane Cormier, student, read from a scrapbook of the Student Council activities. Paula Steirnburg, Assistant Principal, reported on Tiger Academy.E. Superintendent Report:
- Mary Ward, Superintendent, introduced the DSISD Librarians-Barbara Davidson (Primary School), Gwen McLeod (Intermediate School), Brenda Crawford (Middle School), and Jenny Dailey (High School). Each gave a presentation on the DSISD Library Program. Mr. Figer read aloud a resolution acknowledging the week of April 1-7, 2001 as National Library Week.
- Reported on legislation.
- Reported that the pre-clearance document changing the voting site from Old Fitzhugh to Mercer was approved before early voting began.
- Reported that Dripping Springs was selected by School Match to be included in their national database.
- Reported that the Community Education position selection has been made and awaits approval by the board.
A. Shelly Williams, Director of the Hays County Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program, presented a draft of the memorandum of understanding for the Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program to board members. Mr. Olson made the motion to approve the memorandum of understanding for the Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program for the school calendar years 2001-2002. Second by Mr. Oliver
B. Dwane Shropshire presented the recommended prices for school lunch/breakfast program for 2001-2002. Mr. Stark made the motion to approve the prices for the School Lunch/Breakfast Program for 2001-2002 as recommended. Second by Mr. Moore.
Voting for: Stark, Oliver, Figer, Moore, Dudley
Against: Olson
C. Mary Ward presented the recommendation on the TASB Policy Update 65. Mr. Moore made the motion to add, revise, or delete (LOCAL) policies as recommended by TASB Policy Service and DSISD Administration in accordance with instructions in TASB policy update 65, First Reading. Second by Mr. Stark.
D. Leonard Olson led the Facility Committee Report:1. Mr. Olson reported on the facility committee projects.a) Reported on Eagle Scout, Jonathan Sanchez, proposed project to build a shelter for teachers at Intermediate School.
b) Concession stand project at Sports Park was approved by the Parks Commission.
c) Reported traffic control issues on the soccer field.
V. Lenny Olson made motion, second by Eddie Oliver, to approve the Consent Agenda as presented:E. Oscar Bruton, led discussion on the UIL High School/Middle School competitive swim team. No action taken.d) Mary Ward reported on the walking track at the Intermediate School.2. Mr. Olson reported on the Facility Usage Fee Schedule. Board members will discuss at the next meeting on April 26, 2001. No action taken at this time.
A. Approve Minutes of the Meetings of March 22, 2001; March 29, 2001; and April 5, 2001
B. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports and Expenditures
C. Approve Investment Report
D. Approve Tax Refunds Over $500 (if submitted)
E. Approve Budget Amendments
F. Approve Any Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Personnel ContractsMOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Minutes adopted on May 17, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The April 26, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:05 PM by Mike Figer, President, who noted that six members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Lenny Olson, Susie Dudley, John Moore, Eddie Oliver, and Richard Stark. Absent was Olivia Weekley. 117 people were in attendance, and the proceedings were taped.
II. Appeal of Reconsideration Committee decision regarding instructional material selection and adoption of College Board Advanced Placement English IV Novel:
Minutes adopted on May 17, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The April 28, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BUDGET WORKSHOP MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 9:10 AM by Mike Figer, President, who noted that five members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Lenny Olson, Susie Dudley, Eddie Oliver, and Richard Stark. Absent were Olivia Weekley and John Moore. Also Present: Mary Ward, Mary Bob Kosub, Dwane Shropshire, Ron Hill, Donna Janssen, Mike Cave, Howard Ballard, and Norma Dale.
II. Budget Workshop:
A. Dwane Shropshire and Mary Ward presented information in the following categories:B. Ron Hill presented final compensation survey information.
- Projected Enrollment
- 2001-2002 Anticipated Revenue
- Homestead Exemption Information
- Anticipated Expenditures
- Reestablishing Fund Balance
C. Mary Ward discussed the areas in which administration will need some direction from the Board before proceeding further with the budget process. Areas included compensation for district personnel, days for paraprofessional staff and librarians, pay-to-play philosophy, outsourcing services, start of the fiscal year, and the optional homestead exemption.III. Announcements: Members discussed a myriad of issues including, have we looked at everything in the budget that can be eliminated, how DSISD compares in per pupil costs in specific areas, what additional information is needed, and information for the public.
Minutes adopted on May 17, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The May 7, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees called by Mike Figer who established a quorum and called the meeting to order at 7:05 PM. All Board members present. Approximately 85 individuals attended.
II. Mr. Figer opened the deliberation for the community/parent appeal regarding instruction materials selection and adoption, specifically The Handmaid's Tale for the College Board Advanced Placement English IV class. He reviewed the history of what has occurred to this point including the original concerns expressed to administration, formal request for reconsideration at the campus level, the reconsideration process and decision, the appeal to the Board of Trustees, and the hearing conducted by the Board. The purpose of the meeting this date is for Board deliberation of the appeal to remove the novel from curriculum based on age appropriateness.
Minutes adopted on May 17, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The May 8, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING was called to order at 7:10 PM by Mike Figer who established a quorum. Board members present: Figer, Olson, Stark, Dudley, Oliver and Weekley. Absent: Moore. Also present: Ward, Shropshire, Cave, Jung, Janssen, Ballard, Gravenor, Kosub, Brock, Dale, Mr and Mrs. Overton.
II. Open Session:
A. Board members examined board election documents and discussed the election with Joe Overton, the election judge. Following discussion, Weekley made the motion to approve the election results and declare Mike Figer and Bill Brock winners of the 2001 school board election. Seconded by Dudley.
B. Ward explained the proposed joint contract to retain Bracewell & Patterson to negotiate lease agreement for Instructional Television Fixed Service (ITFS) frequencies. Following discussion Stark made the motion to approve the joint contract with Bracewell & Patterson to negotiate lease agreement for ITFS frequencies. Second by Oliver.
C. Sandy Gravenor described and entertained questions regarding a shared services agreement for the Region XIII Regional Day School Program for the Deaf. Weekley made the motion to approve the shared services agreement for the Region XIII Regional Day School Program for the Deaf. Second by Dudley.
D. Dwane Shropshire and Mary Ward presented additional information for preparation of the budget. Information included revised property value and units, percentage of budget provided by the state, per pupil costs for operation compared to UIL district schools, per pupil costs in athletic programs, and areas principals feel would be considered above basic program. Mr. Shropshire again provided comparison of anticipated revenues and proposed expenditures for 2000-2001 and the 2001-2002 school year demonstrating approximately an $18,000 deficit. Mrs. Ward again indicated the need for philosophical discussion and direction to administration regarding cutting into basic program, reduction or elimination of the additional local homestead exemption, or a combination. Following vigorous discussion, Board members set another budget workshop on Thursday, May 24, 2001. No further action taken.
Minutes adopted on May 17, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The May 17, 2001 REGULAR BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to Order at 7:10 PM by Mike Figer, President, who noted that all board members were present thus making a quorum. Also present: Ward, Shropshire, Kosub, Cave, Jung, Janssen, Damron, and Brock. Members of the Board present were Mike Figer, Lenny Olson, John Moore, Richard Stark, Olivia Weekley, Susie Dudley, and Eddie Oliver.
II. Superintendent's Report: Mrs. Hayden and PALS led the Pledge of Allegiance.
A. Awards and Recognition:
1. Jim Powers, Hays County Judge, swore-in the newly elected trustees, Bill Brock and Mike Figer. Trustees took their respective places on the board. Outgoing trustee, Olivia Weekley, was honored and recognized for her years of service on the board. Each sitting trustee expressed appreciation for the leadership and attributes she brought to the board. A plaque expressing gratitude was presented.2. Mike Figer read allowed a resolution recognizing the importance and contribution of DSISD teachers and openly thanked the district's teachers for their efforts.(Said resolution is attached to these minutes.)3. Commander Barteck recognized Parker Carlisle's Annapolis appointment.4. Greg Jung announced that Rex Baker was named all state in the TASSP Academic Team.
5. Mike Figer read allowed a resolution honoring the DSHS Tiger Band for the Sweepstakes award.
6. Richard Stark read a resolution to the DSHS Varsity Tiger and Lady Tiger Tennis Teams that recognized their placement in the district as 1st place winners.
7. Richard Stark read a resolution to the DSHS Varsity Track Team that recognized their advancement in regional UIL competition.
8. Richard Stark read a resolution to the DSHS Varsity Softball Team that recognized their advancement in area competition.
9. Richard Stark read a resolution that recognized the DSHS Varsity Baseball Team went undefeated in the district.
10. State Qualifiers and Winners:John Moore presented certificates honoring Band state qualifiers. Susie Dudley presented certificates honoring the Visual Arts state qualifiers. Lenny Olson presented certificates honoring Christyn Schumann for 3rd place state performance in high jump, Rachel Parmer for 5th place state performance in diving, Alex Klein for 1st place state performance in powerlifting, Kevin Karpenske for state qualifying performance in computer science, and Rex Baker for selection to the TASSP all state academic team.
B. Dwane Shropshire presented the budget process then introduced Luanne Caraway, Hays County Tax Collector. Luanne Caraway discussed the process of district tax collection.
C. Mary Ward introduced Debby Theis, new Community Education Director. Mary Bob Kosub, Assistance Superintendent of Human Resource and Learning had Debby Theis present the Community Education Program to the board members. Mrs. Kosub informed board members of 2001-2002 TAAS results
D. Each Principal presented a draft of their 2001-2002 campus improvement plans to the Board.
E. Superintendent's Report:III. Public Forum: None at this time.
- LCRA Stake Holders Meeting regarding waterline.
- Update board members on legislative activities.
- TASB Conference June 21-23, 2001
- Administration Cost Ratio
- Reminded Board Members of Education Foundation banquet.
- Reminded board members to turn in all training credits.
A. Election of Board Officers for the 2001-2002 School Year:1. John Moore nominated Mike Figer as President, second by Bill Brock.
2. Susie Dudley nominated Lenny Olson as Vice President, second by Richard Stark.
3. John Moore nominated Susie Dudley as Secretary, second by Eddie Oliver.
B. Following discussion, Mr. Stark made the motion to approve 2001-2002 annual transfer tuition rate at $2,201 per year. Second by Lenny Olson.
C. Following discussion led by Mr. Jung, Principal of the High School, Mr. Moore made the motion to approve Austin Community College Dual Enrollment Course List. Second by Mr. Stark.
D. Mr. Greg Jung entertained questions from the Board for Out of State Trip to Florida for the DSHS Soccer tournament. Following discussion. Mr. Lenny Olson made the motion to approve the out-of-state trip to Orlando, Florida. Seconded by Susie Dudley.VOTED FOR: Moore, Figer, Olson, Dudley, and Brock
VOTED AGAINST: Stark and Oliver
E. Following discussion, Lenny Olson made the motion to approve revisions to the Student Code of Conduct as recommended and amended. Second by Mr. Stark.
F. Dwane Shropshire, Assistant Superintendent for Business Operation, led discussion on the Local Homestead Exemption.
G. Mr. Shropshire led discussion on changing the Fiscal Year End.
H. Mary Ward, Superintendent, led discussion on the Local Policy EFA: Selection of Instructional Materials.
I. After discussion led by Lenny Olson, Richard Stark made the motion to adopt the Facility Usage Fee Schedule with amendments. Second by Susie Dudley.VOTED FOR: Olson, Stark, Dudley, Figer, Moore, and Oliver
VOTED AGAINST: Bill Brock
A. Approve Minutes of the Meetings of April 19, 2001; April 26, 2001; April 28, 2001; May 7, 2001 and May 8, 2001
B. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports and Expenditures
C. Approve Investment Report
D. Approve Tax Refunds Over $500 (if submitted)
E. Approve Budget Amendments
F. Approve TASB Policy Update 65: Second Reading
G. Approve Any Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Personnel Contracts
A. Consultation with Legal Counsel Regarding Pending Litigation
B. Discussion of Personnel, Legal, Student Discipline and/or Real Estate MattersIX. The Board returned to Open Session at 1:10AM on May 18, 2001 and no action was taken as a result.
Minutes adopted on June 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The May 24, 2001, SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School District Board of Trustees was called to Order at 6:06 PM by Mike Figer, President, who noted that 6 board members were present thus making a quorum. Also present: Debbie Fredrickson, Mike Cave, Donna Janssen, Tyler Damron, Greg Jung, Chester Sparks, Howard Ballard, Norma Dale, Jane Stewart, Mary Elizabeth Davis of the Century News, Dwane Shropshire, Mary Bob Kosub, and Lestant Flake. Board member absent: John Moore.
II. The Board entered closed session at 6:07 PM for purposes of personnel and consultation with legal counsel regarding pending litigation.
III. The Board reentered open session at 6:45 PM.
A. Eddie Oliver made the motion to approval personnel recommendations. Second by Stark.
B. Dwane Shropshire presented information regarding bids for food service equipment. Following discussion, Leonard Olson made the motion to approve bids on food service equipment as recommended. Second by Stark.
C. Mike Figer discussed appointment of the standing Facility Committee and polled sitting members Olson, Stark and Oliver to see if they each were willing to serve. Susie Dudley made the motion to appoint Leonard Olson, Richard Stark and Eddie Oliver to the standing Facility Committee for 2001-2002. Second by Brock.
D. Dwane Shropshire presented additional information regarding the start and end dates for the school district fiscal year including the statutory notification to the state of the Board's decision. Members discussed the advantages and disadvantages of making such a change. No action taken.
E. Dwane Shropshire and Mary Ward gave an update on the budget preparation and the need for direction from the Board in order to proceed. They summarized the implications of cutting programs and/or reducing or eliminating the local optional homestead exemption to meet revenue projections. Members discussed the issues and set three public forums for June 7, 12 and 14 to gather input from the community regarding these options. Administration is to confirm locations and prepare notification through mail-outs and new releases.IV. Superintendent's Report:
Minutes adopted on June 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The June 6, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:06 PM by Mike Figer, Board President, thus making a quorum. Board members absent: John Moore, Richard Stark, Lenny Olson. Also present was Dwane Shropshire, Mary Bob Kosub, Howard Ballard, Matt Burns of Walsh Anderson Law Firm, and Charles Wood of the Century News.
Mrs. Ward introduced Charles Wood as the new editor of the Century News.
II. Board entered into closed session at 7:11 PM for purposes of personnel and consultation with legal counsel regarding pending litigation.
III. Reentered open session at 8:00 PM and took the following actions.
A. Bill Brock made the motion to approve personnel recommendations. Second by Dudley.
B. Eddie Oliver moved that the district settle the cases of United States Fidelity and Guaranty Company vs Dripping Springs Independent School District and J.C. Evans Construction Company, Inc. vs Dripping Springs Independent School District on terms recommended by counsel. Second by Dudley
Eddie Oliver moved that the district settle the case of Twin City Fire Insurance Company vs Dripping Springs Independent School District on terms recommended by counsel. Second by Dudley.
Eddie Oliver moved to authorize Mike Figer to sign the settlement agreements on behalf of the school district. Second by Brock.
C. Dwane Shropshire presented issues relating to depository contract for the next two years. The district has the option of extending the current depository contract or going out to bid for a new two-year depository contract. Following discussion and reading of the required resolution, Eddie Oliver made the motion to approve the resolution to extend the depository contract with Wells Fargo Bank. Second by Bill Brock.
D. Dwane Shropshire discussed HB 98 passed during the 76th legislative session that allows schools districts to choose a fiscal year that begins on either July 1st or September 1st of each year. Following discussion of the pro's and con's of changing the fiscal year from September 1st to July 1st for DSISD, Susie Dudley made the motion to change the DSISD fiscal year end to June 30th. Second by Oliver.
E. Dwane Shropshire discussed the need to adopt a teacher salary schedule in the very near future because of the "45-day before the first day of instruction" deadline for resignations without penalty. A salary workshop was scheduled for 6:00 PM, Wednesday, June 20, 2001, in the Administration Building Conference Room for that purpose.IV. Superintendent's Report:
F. Mrs. Ward and Mr. Shropshire presented a summary of the power point presentation for the Public Forums regarding the financial considerations for the district including reducing/eliminating the local optional homestead exemption. Board members asked questions and provided suggestions. Mr. Figer discussed format.
Minutes adopted on June 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The June 7, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was convened at 7:05 PM by Mike Figer, Board President, who noted that 4 members were not present thus there were no quorum. Members of the Board not present were Bill Brock, Eddie Oliver, Lenny Olson, and John Moore. No business was scheduled to be conducted.
II. Open Session: Mike Figer presided over Public Forum regarding the financial situation for Dripping Springs I.S.D. in working on budget preparation and tax rate calculations. Some 64 individuals attended. Following opening remarks by Mike Figer, Mary Ward and Dwane Shropshire presented information regarding state funding of public education and how Dripping Springs I.S.D. is impacted by those requirements. They also provided information on the options available to the Board in preparing the 2001-2002 budget and tax rate. The options are to cut programs and/or reduce/eliminate the local optional homestead exemption.
Following the presentation, individuals from the audience asked questions and made comments. Audience participation was audiotaped for purposes of creating a record of comments for board members access and administration followup.
III. Announcements: Mr. Figer announced the two remaining forums on June 12th at the Dripping Springs High School Cafeteria and June 14th at Friendship Baptist Church.
IV. Adjourned at 10:10 PM.
Minutes adopted on June 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The June 12, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was convened at 7:09 PM by Mike Figer, Board President, with all members present.
II. Open Session: Mike Figer presided over Public Forum regarding the financial situation for Dripping Springs I.S.D. in working on budget preparation and tax rate calculations. Some 125 individuals attended. Following opening remarks by Mike Figer, Mary Ward and Dwane Shropshire presented information regarding state funding of public education and how Dripping Springs I.S.D. is impacted by those requirements. They also provided information on the options available to the Board in preparing the 2001-2002 budget and tax rate. The options are to cut programs and/or reduce/eliminate the local optional homestead exemption.
Following the presentation, individuals from the audience asked questions and made comments. Audience participation was audiotaped for purposes of creating a record of comments for board members access and administration followup.
III. Announcements: Mr. Figer announced the one remaining forum on June 14th at the Friendship Baptist Church.
IV. Adjourned at 9:10 PM.
Minutes adopted on June 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The June 14, 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was convened at 7:05 PM. Mike Figer, Board President, established a quorum was present. Members of the Board not present were John Moore, Richard Stark, and Susie Dudley (Mrs. Dudley arrived at 7:45 PM).
II. Open Session: Mike Figer presided over Public Forum regarding the financial situation for Dripping Springs I.S.D. in working on budget preparation and tax rate calculations. Some 79 individuals attended. Following opening remarks by Mike Figer, Mary Ward and Dwane Shropshire presented information regarding state funding of public education and how Dripping Springs I.S.D. is impacted by those requirements. They also provided information on the options available to the Board in preparing the 2001-2002 budget and tax rate. The options are to cut programs and/or reduce/eliminate the local optional homestead exemption.
Following the presentation, individuals from the audience asked questions and made comments. Audience participation was audiotaped for purposes of creating a record of comments for board members access and administration followup.
III. Announcements: Mr. Figer expressed the Board's appreciation for attendance and participation. He announced the meeting of the Trustees on Tuesday, June 19, at 7:00 PM at the Dripping Springs High School Library at which time the Board will be discussing and could potentially act on the local optional homestead exemption.
IV. Adjourned at 10:05 PM.
Minutes adopted on July 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The June 19, 2001 REGULAR BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was called to order at 7:10PM by Mike Figer, Board President, who noted that all members were present thus making a quorum. Members of the Board present were Lenny Olson, Susie Dudley, Eddie Oliver, Richard Stark, John Moore, Mike Figer, and Bill Brock. Also present were Dwane Shropshire, Mary Bob Kosub, Tyler Damron, Donna Janssen, Greg Jung, Mike Cave, Ed Palmer, Chester Sparks, and Charles Wood with Century News.
II. Superintendent’s Report: Pledge of Allegiance was led by Tyler Damron, Middle School Principal.
A. Awards and Recognition:1. Mike Figer presented Tyler Damron, Middle School Principal, a recognition for being named the Texas Association of Secondary School Principals' Region XIII Principal of the Year.B. Business Operations: Dwane ShropshireC. Human Resource and Learning: Mary Bob Kosub
- Budget process.
- Food service audit.
D. Superintendent Report: Mary Ward reported on the following items:
- District's convocation held on August 10, 2001.
- Results of the ESL visit.
III. Public Forum: - Mr. Bruce Whiteaker, Mr. Chad Swedberg, Mr. Chet Miles, Mrs. Kim Luikart, and Mrs. Norma Dale made comments before the board regarding the elimination of the 20% optional local homestead exemption.
- ESL review.
- Hays Blanco Co-Op special training held June 20, 2001.
- Texas Association $2,000 grant for safety.
- Legislative update.
- 2001 TASB Post-Legislative Seminar held on July 21, 2001.
- Electric marketing through deregulation. ESC will be putting a packet together.
- Desk Map demographic study results in at the end of the week.
- Department Improvement Plans presented to board members for review.
- Campus handbooks for review in July.
- Blue Ribbon School questionnaire for Middle School. Return by July 2nd.
- District offices will be closed the week of July 4th.
- TASB Leadership training information for June 21st.
- Board Meeting June 20, 2001, 6pm in the administration building.
A. Mr. Brock made the motion to remove the full 20% Optional Local Homestead Exemption. Second by Mr. Olson. By way of roll-call vote:
Voted for: Olson, Stark, Dudley, Moore, Figer, Brock, and Oliver.
Voted against: None.
B. Determination that Financial Exigency Exists in DSISD was not necessary at this time.
C. A reduction in force required as a result of program reduction/cuts due to financial exigency of the district was not necessary at this time.
D. Mary Bob Kosub led discussion of the Federal Education Flexibility Demonstration Program. Richard Stark made the motion to approve the Application for Waiver Under Federal Education Flexibility Demonstration Program (ED-FLEX). Second by Eddie Oliver.
E. Mary Ward led discussion on the DEC(Local) - Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences (First Reading). Lenny Olson made the motion to approve the DEC(Local) - Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences (First Reading). Second by Richard Stark.
F. Eddie Oliver made the motion to appoint Lenny Olson as the school district representative to the Dripping Springs Parks and Recreation Commission. Second by Susie Dudley.VOTED: Mike Figer, Eddie Oliver, Susie Dudley, Richard Stark, Bill Brock.
(John Moore absent at time of vote) (Lenny Olson abstained)
G. Mr. Olson reported on facility committee projects.V. Susie Dudley made the motion, second by Eddie Oliver, to approve the Consent Agenda as recommended including personnel contracts.
A. Approve Minutes of the Meetings of May 17, 2001; May 24, 2001; June 6, 2001; June 7, 2001, and June 12, 2001
B. Approve Monthly Tax/Financial Reports and Expenditures
C. Approve Investment Report
D. Approve Tax Refunds Over $500 (if submitted)
E. Approve Budget Amendments
F. Approve Any Leave-Of-Absences and/or New Personnel Contracts
Minutes adopted on July 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The June 20 2001 SPECIAL CALLED BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was convened at 6:15PM. Mike Figer, Board President, established a quorum was present. All members of the board were present. Also present were Dwane Shropshire, Mary Bob Kosub, Ron Hill, Chester Sparks, Greg Jung, Tyler Damron, Donna Janssen, Mike Cave and Norma Dale.
II. No closed session at this time.
III. Open Session:
B. Richard Stark moved to approve DEC (Local) as recommended on second reading. Second by Oliver.
E. As a result of Board action on the optional homestead exemption, there was no action necessary or taken toward a reduction in force.
F. Dwane Shropshire, Ron Hill and Mary Ward presented information relating to the teacher salary schedule for 2001-2002. Following questions and discussion, John Moore moved to approve the 2001-2002 teacher salary schedule as recommended. Second by Oliver.
D. Further salary information was presented regarding reducing stipend allocations for extra duty responsibilities in the district. Dwane Shropshire explained the approach used to make reductions and modifications to the stipend schedule. Principals had anticipated making $20,000 cuts in stipends, but were able to accomplish $30,000 in savings. Following discussion, Richard Stark made the motion to approve the 2001-2002 stipend schedule as recommended. Second by DudleyFive in favor: Dudley, Stark, Figer, Oliver, and Brock
One opposed: OlsonC. Board and administration discussed further work on 2001-2002 budget reflecting on information and direction provided prior to the vote to eliminate the 20% optional local homestead exemption. There was extensive discussion of the impact on taxpayers, how to proceed, timelines, and the impact on personnel recommendations. Board members requested a bulleted list of cuts that have taken place last year and this year in budget preparation so they can accurately communicate with the public.
MOTION CARRIED
A. Personnel recommendations were presented. Board members asked questions of campus administrators regarding the recommendations and existing vacancies. Lenny Olson moved to approve recommendations as presented. Second by Brock.
Minutes adopted on July 19, 2001 and signed by Mike Figer, President and Susie Dudley, Secretary of the DSISD Board of Trustees.
I. The July 19, 2001 REGULAR BOARD MEETING of the Dripping Springs Independent School Board of Trustees was convened at 7:05 PM. Mike Figer, Board President, established a quorum. Board members present were: Mike Figer, Richard Stark, Lenny Olson, Eddie Oliver, Bill Brock, and Susie Dudley who arrived at 7:10P PM. John Moore was absent. Also present were Mary Ward, Dwane Shropshire, Mary Bob Kosub, Ron Hill, Chester Sparks, Greg Jung, Tyler Damron, Donna Janssen, Mike Cave, Howard Ballard, Norma Dale, and Charles Wood with Century News.
II. Superintendent’s Report: Pledge of Allegiance was led by Tyler Damron, Middle School Principle.
A. Awards and Recognition's: None at this time.
B. Dwane Shropshire, Assistant Superintendent for Business Operations:1. Reported on the budget process. Reminded members of Workshop on July 28, 2001 at 9AM.
2. Provided copies of bids for review and discussion and possible approval on July 28, 2001.
3. Energy Management:a) Provided information on the process and results of PEC energy audits on each campus.
C. Mary Bob Kosub, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resource and Learning:b) Fred Zachary of Energy Education Inc. presented a proposal to the district for an energy management program designed to both manage costs and save dollars.4. Reported on the Intermediate School tile floor project.1. Reported on community education.
2. Reported on the accountability tables.