Alden-Hebron Community Consolidated Unit School District #19 Board of Education met Dec. 15.
Here are the minutes provided by the board:
President Norton called the regular meeting of the Board of Education of Alden-Hebron Community Consolidated Unit School District #19 to order at 7:01 p.m.
Roll Call
PRESENT: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Berg, Mrs. Johnson
ABSENT: Mr. Eskridge
ALSO PRESENT:
Tiffany Elswick-Superintendent, Tim Hayunga-MS/HS Principal, Eric Slocum-ES Principal, Scott Redden Buildings & Grounds, Cyndie Erckfritz-Transportation, Davina VanderPal-Academic Advisor/Communications, John Lalor-Athletic Director, Michelle Cashmore-Interventionist, Ray Stalker, Nick Ciccotosto, Dr. & Mrs. Tufo, Zeke Nickels, Jennifer Nickels, Nancy Lech, Cindy Carbajal, Jesica Carbajal, David Manning
Present REMOTE:, Colleen Geils-Media Specialist, Vicki Spraker-ES Teacher, Jill Huskisson-Dash J Consulting, Matt Misiek, Ariel Beck, Stephanie Nenn
CORRESPONDENCE
• None
COMMUNICATIONS
Public Comments
None
Staff Comments
Mrs. Elswick read a statement regarding the incident at the MS/HS on Friday, December 3 of a student bringing an airsoft gun to school. She stated that the investigation into the incident is still ongoing, and she made the assurance that District Administration is working with the police department and the fire department to review the District Crisis Manual and update protocols. Upon the completion of the joint administrative review of the Crisis Manual, procedures will be reiterated to students and staff-members; and all will all be apprised of any revisions to those protocols.
Mr. Hayunga announced the 2 High School Seniors who earned the honor of being selected as Illinois State Scholars: Cindy Carbajal and Ben Gaddini. Miss Carbajal was present to receive her Certificate.
Board Comments
None
Consent Agenda
The following were reviewed under the consent agenda:
*A. Approval of December 1, 2021Meeting Minutes
*B. Recap of November 2021 Expenditures
*C. Treasurer’s Report for November 2021
*D. Approval of Current Invoices & Payroll
*E. Personnel Report
Mrs. Smith moved; Mr. Winkelman seconded to approve the Consent Agenda as presented.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Berg, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mr. Eskridge
Motion Carried
BUSINESS
ADMINISTRATION
Eric Slocum-ES Principal Report-as presented
Tim Hayunga-MS/HS Principal Report-as presented
Mr. Hayunga added that some students have experienced unavoidable excused absences, despite final exams going on this week. These students will have the opportunity to review material and take their finals when they return from Winter Break. Also, when school resumes, students will have the option to begin using hallway lockers once again.
Mr. Hayunga also introduced the proposed new HS course offerings for the 2022-2023 school year: Environmental Science-open to Juniors and Seniors; and Applied English and Communications-open to Seniors.
Mrs. Smith moved; Mr. Madsen seconded to approve the new 2022-2023 course offerings as presented. Motion Carried
Tiffany Elswick-Superintendent Report-as presented
• Mrs. Elswick added that, during her Superintendents’ meeting, there was mention of change to some of the quarantine protocols due to close contact exposure. Guidelines are expected to be updated upon the return of staff and students after Winter Break.
• Mrs. Elswick then introduced members of the Wold Architecture Firm, Alison Andrews and Dan Kritta; and Walter Hadeler, construction manager from Gilbane Building Company. The group presented a slideshow highlighting their initial findings of their assessment of District facilities and preliminary development of options for addressing areas that require attention.
• Davina VanderPal presented the new website to the BOE members and those present. She gave a “tour” of the new website and it’s features. The website is scheduled to go “live” on January 1, 2022.
• Lastly, Mrs. Elswick proposed the use of ESSER III funds that the District received for replacing the rooftop units at the Elementary School and the boiler at the MS/HS.
Mr. Madsen moved; Mrs. Smith seconded to approve the use of the ESSER III funds for replacing the rooftop units at the ES and the boiler at the MS/HS.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Berg, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mr. Eskridge
Motion Carried
Village
No BOE member attended the Village meeting. Mrs. Smith will attend the next one.
Alden Township
Mr. Madsen attended the Alden Township meeting. He reported that the members approved the township levy.
Hebron Township
Mrs. Johnson attended the Hebron Township meeting. Items discussed included:
• Closing on the Township property
• Assessor has been looking at appeals on property tax assessments
• New signage on Hebron Road for bridges/culverts
• New finance software was approved
Physical Structures and Maintenance-as presented
Mr. Redden stated that Monday, December 13 was an eventful day for his department. A water main break in the Village caused some collateral damage to backflow valves in the Elementary School building. That issue was repaired, but a nearly rusted-through pipe was discovered and that will be fixed over the break. Also, the boiler at the MS/HS went down. That has been repaired as well.
Facilities Update
Mrs. Elswick presented the proposal by Wold Architects and Engineers to provide facility assessment updates and provide pre-referendum support for $10,500.
Mrs. Johnson moved; Mr. Berg seconded to approve the proposal of Wold Architects and Engineers to provide facility assessment updates and pre-referendum support for $10,500.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Berg, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mr. Eskridge
Motion Carried
Transportation Report-as presented
Mrs. Erckfritz added that her department will be working on fleet maintenance during the Winter Break. She wished everyone Happy Holidays.
Special Education- Student Services Coordinator Report-as presented
Future Agenda Items
None
COMMUNICATIONS
Public Comments
None
Staff Comments
Mr. Hayunga presented Mr. Ben Gaddini, who had since entered the meeting, with his Illinois State Scholar certificate.
Board Comments
• Mr. Madsen suggested that those present tell their friends and neighbors to attend the BOE meetings so they can keep themselves informed.
• Mr. Berg and Mr. Norton both expanded on Mr. Madsen’s suggestion and implored the community to become involved as the BOE needs input, feedback, ideas, etc. from the community to enable the Board to move forward with facilities planning.
Executive Session
Mrs. Johnson moved, Mr. Winkelman seconded to go into executive Session at 9:15pm for the purpose of the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance of specific employees, and semi annual review of Executive Session Minutes.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Berg, Mrs. Johnson
Nays: None
Absent: Mr. Eskridge
Motion Carried
Returned to Open Session at 10:06pm.
Actions resulting from Executive Session:
Mrs. Smith moved; Mr. Winkelman seconded to release the following Executive Session Minutes: 09/15/2021.
Ayes: Mr. Norton, Mr. Winkelman, Mrs. Smith, Mr. Madsen, Mr. Berg, Mrs. Johnson,
Nays: None
Absent: Mr. Eskridge
Motion Carried
Adjournment
Mr. Winkelman moved; Mrs. Johnson seconded to adjourn the meeting at 10:07pm.
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