Meeting Details
February 23, 2017
7:00pm - 8:00pm
1 hr
Lincoln Administrative Center
Purpose
Regular Board Meeting
1.
Meeting Called To Order
Board President Mr. Brad Murtiff called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
1.1
Roll Call
Minutes
The following Board of Education members were present:
Mr. Brad Murtiff
Dr. Paul Johnson
Mr. Doug Schiefer
Mr. Adam Stone
Ms. Traci Wetterau
1.2
Pledge of Allegiance
Minutes
Mr. Brad Murtiff led the Pledge of Allegiance.
1.3
Oath of Office for Vice President of the Board
Minutes
Treasurer Ryan Cook administered the oath of office for Dr. Paul Johnson as Vice-President of the Bucyrus City Board of Education.
2.
Commendations
2.1
Display of Art Work at Central Office
Nash Rose, Kaylee Mason, Trinity Amos, Abbygail Stewart, Taryn Zeigler, Emmelia Bloomfield, Samantha Chase, Riley Moody, Braiden Cross-Garverick, Cassie Robinette.
2.2
Staff Christmas Card Design
Nash Rose
2.3
Commendation to Victoria Adams, Student Representative to the Board of Education
2.4
Spelling Bee Commendations
Elizabeth Wilson and Maliah Posey, Tri County Spelling Bee Competitors
Alexandra Wion, 8th Grade Crawford County Spelling Champion and also Tri County Spelling Bee Competitor
2.5
Young People's Art Exhibition
Makyla Ferris and Joseph Rush (8th Graders) exhibitors for the 37th Annual Young People's Art Exhibition sponsored by the Ohio Art Education Association.
2.6
Lions Club International Peace Poster Contest
Kaho Miyake, 6th Grade, 1st place, $50
Kaitlyn Kuhn, 7th Grae, 2nd place, $30
Allison Fraser, 6th Grade, 3rd place, $20
3.
Approval of Minutes
January 11, 2017 Organizational Meeting 6pm
January 11, 2017 Regular Meeting (that followed)
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
4.
Approve The Treasurer's Financial Report
Financial report dated January 31, 2017.
Minutes
Mr. Ryan Cook presented the financial report dated January 31, 2017.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Adam Stone
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
5.
Presentations
5.1
Catapult Learning Presentation
6.
Approve Addendum to Agenda
Minutes
There was no addendum to the agenda.
7.
Committee Reports
7.1
Legislative Report
Minutes
Mr. Stone reviewed the legislative undertakings with the present State of Ohio Budget.
7.2
Athletics
Minutes
Winter sports Tournaments wrapping up.
Mr. Kimmel discussed the contract with Ohio Health in conjunction with Mohican Sports Medicine which is under consideration in business items later this evening. Mr. Kimmel explained the benefits of the contract, and that Athletic Council has discussed and reviewed the contract.
Mr. Stone mentioned it has been such a pleasure working with the students this year as a volunteer coach.
7.3
Pioneer
Minutes
Dr. Johnson reported that Pioneer is predicting enrollment of over 1200 students this coming fall - a record over previous year. Statewide JVS enrollment is down. They have indicated word of mouth is a leading driver of this growth.
A number of students moving from district competitions to State in media and marketing, and he extended his well wishes to them on behalf of our Board of Education.
Pioneer's all boards dinner is coming up around the corner.
Pioneer has been very receptive in working with the secondary building. Posted an engineering and design program for 7-12 focusing on exploratory at middle school level. Retooling the marketing program due to competition between media and marketing. Going to gear focus on 7-12 and more on the IT pathways to drive more students to pioneer.
Looking to get North Central State back in the buildings so they can obtain needed hours to get into the college and not have to pay tuition.
7.4
Climate and Culture
Minutes
No report.
7.5
District Resources
Minutes
The district resources committee met on January 26th at Old 30 BBQ at 12:00 p.m. with the following members present:
Mr. Brad Murtiff
Dr. Paul Johnson
Mr. Ryan Cook
The committee discussed the shift from a capped funding district to a formula district, and the overall impact of the shift on the finances. The initial change resulted in a loss of over $500,000 per year starting with FY17. The committee discussed the present situation of student enrollment numbers and making sure that resources and staff levels mirror enrollment so that programs implemented can be sustainable for the district moving forward.
Mr. Cook provided an update on the estimates on the upcoming state budget for the district, and noted that they are fluid at this time given it is very early in the process. We will see some estimates and a reflection of the shift in cap to formula in the May 2017 five-year forecast.
A future meeting will be scheduled based on availability of members in the next couple months.
7.6
Learning and Instruction
Minutes
No report at the present time, as the meeting is upcoming February 27, 2017 at 4:00 p.m.
7.7
Communications
Minutes
Mr. Jones is working on Facebook being open for communications with staff.
Media links to district website are updated and being posted.
Teach arts ohio information is on the performing arts page - Donna Collins requested.
Examining ways for parents to access information online - with PowerSchool.
Alumni questionaire completed and ready to roll out.
Creating parental survey for technology that is needed to stay informed, and necessary trainings to implement.
7.8
Wellness
Minutes
Met January 27, 2017 at BSS
Backpack program is steady and referrals to community counseling is growing.
After school program holding steady 25-30 students per day.
Wellness day at BSS in late May with emphasis in healthcare profession.
BES backpack program rising.
Community counseling holding steady
24 mentors for 29 students
future chef coming up on March 8th.
Next meeting is scheduled for February 24, 2017.
7.9
Student Representative
Minutes
No report.
8.
Superintendent's Report
8.1
Board Report
Minutes
Mr. Kimmel had no formal report in this section, as he discussed most of his in with the Baord of Education during the Catapult Learning presentation.
8.2
Board Report
8.3
Board Report
8.4
Board Report
8.5
Board Report
9.
Opportunity to Address the Board
(Please speak to the Treasurer prior to the start of this meeting.)
Minutes
There was no one expressing an interest in addressing the Board.
10.
Personnel - Certified Staff
10.1
Approve the Substitute Teacher List from the Mid-Ohio Educational Service Center, as per Exhibit A.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Adam Stone
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
10.2
Approve a one-year supplemental contract, as per approved supplemental salary schedule, to the following personnel, for extra-curricular activities:
Allie Hawkins: MS Assistant Track Coach
Liuyi Liu: VLA Monitor
Amy Moody: Home Instruction Tutor
Patrick Moore: Home Instruction Tutor
Lori Rister: Home Instruction Tutor
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Adam Stone
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
10.3
Approve a leave of absence, without pay, for the following:
Nic Rush: March 9 and 10, 2017
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Adam Stone
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
11.
Personnel - Classified Staff
11.1
Accept resignation from Brad Murtiff, Volunteer Assistant Football Coach.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
11.2
Employ the following personnel on a substitute basis, as per approved salary schedule, for the 2016-2017 school year, pending completion of all State and Board requirements, including a favorable background check:
Misty Clinard, substitute custodian
Rich Eichhorn, substitute bus driver
Miranda Kepler, substitute aide and secretary
Cayte Pojman, substitute aide
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
11.3
Approve changes to Renhill Contract of Services, as per Exhibit B.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
11.4
Accept resignation from Rodger Toledo, Assistant Middle School Wrestling Coach.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
11.5
Approve change in status to Middle School Assistant Wrestling Coach (one-year limited supplemental contract, as per approved supplemental salary schedule), from Volunteer Assistant Middle School Wrestling Coach, for the following personnel:
Scott Heinle
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.
Business
12.1
Accept the following donations as stated:
Bucyrus City School District Staff Scholarship Fund $395.00
Anonymous Donation to BES Food Service: $200.00
Donation from Exxon Mobil Educational Alliance Program: $500.00
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.2
Approve the 2017 - 2018 School Calendar (no exhibit).
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.3
Approve Healthcare Collaboration Agreement, as per Exhibit C.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.4
Approve an Independent Speech-Language Assessment from Dr. Jocelyn Geib, PhD., CCC/SLP of KidsLink Neurobehavioral Center, as per Board Policy 2460.03 Independent Educational Evaluations, as per Exhibit D.
Minutes
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.5
Approve Updated Fiscal Year 2017 Appropriations and Estimated Revenues as Per Exhibits E and F.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.6
Approve service agreement with Central Ohio Behavioral Consulting, as per Exhibit G.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.7
Deem the following employees and board members, in addition to full time bus drivers and approved substitutes and coaches, as approved drivers of Bucyrus City School District owned vehicles:
Kevin Kimmel, Ryan Cook, Brad Murtiff, Douglas Schiefer, Dr. Paul Johnson, Adam Stone, Traci Wetterau, Dr. Mark Burke, Dan Christman, Dave Smith, Rick Rawson, Erica Ward, Tim Souder, Kevin Fourman, Jay Dennison, Matt Henderson, Larry Corns, Leonard Holdcraft, David Layton, Anthony Michalek, Carl Rittenour, Deborah Spiegel, Michael Striker, Josh Stratton, Ed Knecht, Dave Tshanen, John Massara, Linda Snyder, John Supon, Jake Grau, Penny Pollitt, Rich Ulmer, Aaron Eckert, and Lorie Pennington.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.8
Approve Mid Ohio Educational Service Center True-Up, as per Exhibit H.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.9
Approve Field Experience Agreement with Heidelberg University, as per Exhibit I.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.10
Approve MOU Between the Bucyrus City School District Board of Education and the Bucyrus Organization of School Support to Consider the Rehiring of Retired BOSS Members Upon Terms Advantageous to BOSS, the Retired Member, and the Board, as per Exhibits J a
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
12.11
Accept the Resignation of Douglas Schiefer from the Board of Education effective February 24, 2017.
Minutes
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Adam Stone
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
13.
Discussions
Minutes
There were no discussion items.
14.
Communications
Minutes
Pioneer's all boards dinner will be held April 8, 2017 at 6:00 p.m.
15.
Announcements
Minutes
There were no announcements.
16.
Executive Session
16.1
Recess to Executive Session O.R.C. §121.22 for the purpose of:
A. Preparing for negotiations
Minutes
The following members were in executive session starting at 8:14 p.m.
Mr. Brad Murtiff
Dr. Paul Johnson
Mr. Doug Schiefer
Mr. Adam Stone
Ms. Traci Wetterau
Result: Approved
Motioned: Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President
Seconded: Ms. Traci Wetterau
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
17.
Adjourn Executive Session
Minutes
Executive session was adjourned at 8:56 p.m. and the Board returned to regular session.
Result: Approved
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
18.
Adjourn
Minutes
The February 23, 2017 regular meeting was adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
Result: Approved
Motioned: Ms. Traci Wetterau
Seconded: Mr. Adam Stone
| Voter | Yes | No | Abstaining |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Bradley Murtiff, President | X | ||
| Mr. Douglas Schiefer, Vice President | X | ||
| Dr. Paul Johnson | X | ||
| Mr. Adam Stone | X | ||
| Ms. Traci Wetterau | X |
