BANGOR TOWNSHIP BOARD OF EDUCATION
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 15, 2003
The Bangor Township Board of Education held a regular meeting on Monday, December 15, 2003, at John Glenn High School. President Kowalski called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
Members Present: Richard Kowalski, George Thomas, Dawn Klida, Terrence O’Hare, Barbara Skowronski, John Loop, and Scott Sturm
Members Absent: None.
expressions/communications from the public
None.
michigan leadership institute superintendent search presentation - bob janson
Mr. Janson, Search Consultant from the Michigan Leadership Institute, distributed information regarding the superintendent search. Documentation included a salary comparison, timeline, and superintendent profile information.
Mr. Kowalski asked that Mr. Janson forward the resumes to Mr. Allsopp’s office so that Board members can review them at their convenience.
Mr. Janson stated that a draft of the search brochure would be e-mailed at the end of the week to the HRC to be placed in the Board packets. He asked that Board members please review the brochure and call Cara with any changes or recommendations they would like to make.
Items that Board members asked to be added to the profile sheet included the following:
The superintendent should
- support and understand technology.
- be familiar with state and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
- have excellent organizational skills.
- have the ability to work with the media.
- be a critical or proven decision maker.
Mr. Loop stated that the new superintendent should be an educational leader first and foremost.
Mr. Janson also reviewed points of pride of the Bangor Township Schools. It was also requested by Mr. Kowalski that the actual date of the most recent bond be placed in the brochure.
Mr. Janson then discussed the salary parameters that could possibly include a car allowance and annuity options. Mr. Kowalski felt that the salary range should be at least between $96,000 and $101,000. He also suggested an incentive be placed in the contract to promote longevity in the district. It was suggested that one year of service be purchased for staying in the position for three years. It was stated that the Board needed to be committed to a very stringent evaluation process in the future as well. The person coming into the position would need to understand what the expectations are of the Board. It was the consensus of the Board to offer the retirement incentive. Mr. Janson then reviewed that the salary range would be in the $100,000 range with an incentive or benefit, if the person was successful in the position, of a Board-paid year of retirement, and a three year contract with renewal done on a year-to-year basis. Mr. Janson also felt that it was important that the person live in the district.
stargram recipients - deb rau and noreen keating - cmms
Mr. Andress read a letter from Mrs. Bibbee and Mr. Leiner recognizing Deb Rau and Noreen Keating for their outstanding efforts. They were not present to receive their certificates.
reports
Board Committees/Board Members:
Mr. Thomas reported that he, along with John Loop and Terry Balash, had recently completed visitations at all of the buildings to gather input for the ten-year building and site plan. Mr. Kowalski suggested that a special meeting be called in February to review this information with the full Board.
Mr. Thomas also reported on the Professional Learning Community program and the Legislative Breakfast that he attended recently. He also asked that Mr. Andress review the action taken during
the recent bomb threat at the middle school.
Interim Superintendent: Mr. Andress reviewed the operational procedures that were followed during the recent bomb threat at the middle school that included the evacuation of the students.
Mr. Andress congratulated Shelley Blair and her food service staff for all of their work and the wonderful food that was served at the Christmas reception this evening.
A communication was read from the cast and crew of “Bye, Bye Birdie” thanking everyone for their support. A letter received from Brian Whaley was also read. Mr. Whaley donated $250 to Bangor North School.
Mr. Andress then reviewed an “Economic Summit” held today at the ISD that included members from all of the associations, administrators from all three levels, and Rick Heinrich with Mr. Lenar. At this meeting Mr. Lenar reviewed current budget updates and asked for suggestions for cuts in preparation for next year.
Per a communication from Jennifer Gradowski, Mr. Andress asked that two coaches be added to the Consent Agenda for approval - Christine Hartley for middle school girls’ swim and Sarah Doyle for 8th grade boys’ basketball. Mr. Kowalski had no objections.
Mr. Kowalski asked Mr. Andress to report on the status of the new teaching staff members at the January meeting.
Financial Consultant: Mr. Lenar reviewed information that was covered at the “Economic Summit” today. Questions were directed to Mr. Lenar regarding drivers’ education funding for next year and other state aid cuts. Mr. Lenar asked that approval of the amended 2003/04 budget be placed on the Consent Agenda for approval.
consent agenda
A motion was made by George Thomas, supported by Terrence O’Hare, to approve the amended Consent Agenda as follows:
Approval of Monthly Expenditures
Grand Total All Funds - $1,088,568.76; (Payroll portion equals: $832,981.01)
b. Approval of Minutes - November 24, 2003 (regular meeting)
c. Personnel: Approval of Coaches: Don Middleton - CMMS Wrestling; Christine Hartley - CMMS Girls’ Swim; Sarah Doyle - 8th Grade Boys’ Basketball; David
Kenyon - Varsity Boys’ Track Coach; Mike Debo - Assistant Boys’ Basketball
d. Approval of 2003/04 Budget Update
Motion carried unanimously.
regular agenda
Approval of Michigan School Readiness Participation Resolution: Mr. Andress explained that this resolution had already been approved, but a revision had been needed. A motion was made by Barbara Skowronski, supported by Terrence O’Hare, to approve the amended resolution. Motion carried unanimously.
Recommendation for Second Semester Schools of Choice: Mr. Andress reviewed numbers at the elementary and secondary levels. He originally suggested that three openings be posted in grades 7-12. Discussion followed with the decision that no openings would be posted for second semester. A motion was made by George Thomas, supported by Barbara Skowronski, to support the recommendation that no openings be posted for second semester. Motion carried unanimously.
Recommendation to Approve the Permissive Use Agreement for the Entrance/Gate Construction: Mr. Andress explained that this agreement had also been done for the construction of the concession stand by the Booster Club. Mr. Allsopp had reviewed and written the agreement. A motion was made by George Thomas, supported by John Loop, to approve the agreement. Motion carried unanimously.
Recommendation to Approve the BTESP Evaluation Forms: A motion was made by Barbara Skowronski, supported by George Thomas, to approve the new support staff evaluation forms.
Mr. O’Hare suggested that a signature with a disclosure be added to the evaluation form that the employee did not necessarily agree with the evaluation itself, but was agreeing that it had been reviewed in a conference with them.
Mrs. Skowronski found it interesting that the Athletic Secretary’s job description required that she take notes at meetings and transcribe them, but that the secretary at the high school did not have to do this. Mr. Andress said that the evaluation tool could also be used to fine tune the job descriptions.
Motion carried unanimously.
other items for discussion
Mr. Kowalski said that, on behalf of the Board of Education, he wished the entire employee group and their families a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
At 6:43 p.m. a motion was made by George Thomas, supported by Terrence O’Hare, to adjourn the meeting.
Respectfully submitted,
Dawn Klida
Secretary