Columbia Community Unit School District No. 4 Board of Education met April 30.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
Present:
Karen Anderson
Tammy Hines
John Long
Scott Middelkamp
Greg O’Connor
Dr. Gina Segobiano, Superintendent
Dr. Beth Horner, Assistant Superintendent
I. Call to Order/Roll Call
President Middelkamp called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. in the District Office Board Room.
Visitor(s) present: Lisa Schumacher, James Moss, Madison Schoellhorn, Blake Wagner, Carleigh Ottwell, Ed Weinhoff, Brian Reeves, Collin O’Bryan, Emily Robey, Bradley Meyer, Ben Williams, and Brandon Kuchinski.
II. Welcome/Recognition Of Visitors
President Middelkamp welcomed the public.
III. Public Comments/ Correspondence
There were no public comments.
IV. Seating of Board Members Elected in April 2, 2019 Election
Motion to Approve Abstract Of Votes Certified By the County Clerk
A. Approve Abstract of Votes Certified by the County Clerk
Motion was made by John Long and seconded by Karen Anderson to approve the Abstract of Votes Certified by the County Clerk and proclaim the elected board members as follows:
Unincorporated:
Greg Meyer 1,338 2 Year Term
Tammy Hines 1,320 4 Year Term
Incorporated:
Lisa Schumacher 1,353 4 Year Term
Scott Middelkamp 1,329 4 Year Term
On a roll call vote:
Anderson-Aye, Hines-Aye, Long-Aye, Middelkamp-Aye, O’Connor-Aye, Schrader-Absent, Simmonds-Absent. The motion carried, 5-Aye, 2-Absent, 0-Nay
B. Administration of Oath of Office – President Middelkamp administered the Oath of Office to Lisa Schumacher and Tammy Hines. Karen Anderson then administered the Oath of Office to Scott Middelkamp and Greg Meyer (via audio conference). All newly and re- elected Board members were asked to stand and read the following oath, in unison:
“I, (name), do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully discharge the duties of the office of member of the Board of Education of Columbia Community Unit School District No. 4, in accordance with the Constitution of the United States, the Constitution of the State of Illinois, and the laws of the State of Illinois, to the best of my ability. I further swear (or affirm) that: I shall respect taxpayer interests by serving as a faithful protector of the School District's assets; I shall encourage and respect the free expression of opinion by my fellow Board members and others who seek a hearing before the Board, while respecting the privacy of students and employees; I shall recognize that a Board member has no legal authority as an individual and that decisions can be made only by a majority vote at a public Board meeting; I shall abide by majority decisions of the Board, while retaining the right to seek changes in such decisions through ethical and constructive channels; As part of the Board of Education, I shall accept the responsibility for my role in the equitable and quality education of every student in the School District; I shall foster with the Board extensive participation of the community, formulate goals, define outcomes, and set the course for Columbia Community Unit School District No. 4; I shall assist in establishing a structure and an environment designed to ensure all students have the opportunity to attain their maximum potential through a sound organizational framework; I shall strive to ensure a continuous assessment of student achievement and all conditions affecting the education of our children, in compliance with State law; I shall serve as education's key advocate on behalf of students and our community's school (or schools) to advance the vision for Columbia Community Unit School District No. 4; and I shall strive to work together with the District Superintendent to lead the School District toward fulfilling the vision the Board has created, fostering excellence for every student in the areas of academic skills, knowledge, citizenship, and personal development.”
At this time the newly elected and re-elected board members took their seat at the board table.
V. Organize Board Of Education And Election Of Officers
Appoint Karen Anderson as President Pro-Tem
A. Appoint Karen Anderson as President Pro-Tem.
Motion was made by Scott Middelkamp and seconded by Tammy Hines to appoint Karen Anderson as President Pro-Tem to conduct the meeting until a new Board President is elected.
Upon a voice vote, Motion Carried 7-Aye, 0-Absent, 0-Nay
B. Elect Board President. President Pro-Tem Anderson
Election of Board President - Scott Middelkamp called for nominations for the President. John Long nominated the office of Board President.
At this time, President Middelkamp assumed the Chair of the meeting.
Election of Board President - Scott Middelkamp
Nomination for Board President was closed. Motion was made by Karen Anderson, seconded by John Long to elect Scott Middelkamp as Board President.
On a roll call vote:
Anderson-Aye, Hines-Aye, Long-Aye, Meyer-Aye, Middelkamp- Aye, O’Connor-Aye, Schumacher-Aye.
The motion carried, 7-Aye, 0-Absent, 0-Nay
At this time, President Middelkamp assumed the Chair of the meeting.
C. Elect Board Vice President. President Middelkamp called for nominations for the office of Board Vice President. Lisa Schumacher nominated Greg Meyer, and John Long nominated Greg O’Connor for the office of Board Vice President.
Election of Board Vice President – Greg O’Connor
Nominations for Board Vice President was closed.
On a roll call vote:
Hines-Meyer; Long-O’Connor; Meyer-Meyer; Middelkamp- O’Connor; O’Connor-O’Connor, Schumacher-Meyer; Anderson- O’Connor.
On a vote of 4 for Greg O’Connor, and 3 for Greg Meyer, Greg O’Connor is elected Board Vice President.
D. Elect Board Secretary. President Middelkamp called for nominations for the office of Board Secretary. Greg O’Connor nominated Karen Anderson for the office of Board Secretary.
Election of Board Secretary - Karen Anderson
Nomination for Board Secretary was closed. Motion was made by Scott Middelkamp and seconded by Greg O’Connor to elect Karen Anderson for the office of Board Secretary.
On a roll call vote:
Long-Aye, Meyer-Aye, Middelkamp-Aye, O’Connor-Aye, Schumacher-Aye, Anderson-Aye, Hines-Aye.
The motion carried, 7-Aye, 0-Absent, 0-Nay
Motion to Establish Meeting Dates, Times and Location
E. Establish Meeting Dates, Times, and Location. Board meetings traditionally are scheduled on the third Thursday of every month at 7:00 p.m. in the district’s board room.
Motion was made by Karen Anderson and seconded by Tammy Hines to establish the Regular Board of Education meetings at 7:00 p.m. on the third Thursday of the month in the Board room and to adopt the regular Board Meetings Dates and Times for School Year 2019-2020.
Upon a voice vote, Motion Carried 7-Aye, 0-Absent, 0-Nay
Dr. Segobiano welcomed the new board members. She also recognized the appointments of Barbara Gerstenecker, for serving as the Board Treasurer for 20 years, and Jana Eytchison, as the ongoing Board Recording Secretary. Compensation rates will be set at the May board meeting for the 2019-2020 school term.
Karen Anderson recommended all board members attend the new board member training coming up in June. It is very informative for new members, as well as a good refresher for current members.
VI. Adjourn - 7:22 p.m.
With no further business to come before the Board it was moved by Tammy Hines, seconded by Lisa Schumacher, to adjourn the meeting. President Middelkamp adjourned the meeting at 7:22 p.m.
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