Board Agenda-2025.06.16

CRESTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT

Board of Directors

June 16, 2025

Regular Meeting - Meeting at 5:30 p.m.

Boardroom, 801 N. Elm, Creston, IA

 

The vision of the Creston Community School District is to provide the foundation for students to become lifelong learners and positive, confident, and compassionate citizens.

 

Per Iowa Code Section 21.4(1)(b) the school board shall meet and conduct the regular board meeting electronically when it is impossible or impractical. Please call this toll-free number 1-929-336-5572 to access the board meeting to participate in the public hearing. Please click on this link or visit this address meet.google.com/uix-bbyc-bcm  to access the board meeting.

 

  1. The public is welcome to join remotely and observe school board meetings. Remote access information is provided above.
  2. To help facilitate the Public Forum, participants must contact the Board Secretary by noon on the day of the board meeting. The Iowa Association of School Boards advises school board members to listen to constituents and refrain from commenting during public forums. The practice of the district is for board members to listen and to direct the administration to follow up with the participant(s).
  3. Form of needed information.
    1. Participants shall provide their names and address.
    2. Participants shall indicate the agenda item they wish to address.
    3. Participants shall indicate which administrator they have addressed their concerns with.
    4. Participants are asked to limit their time to three minutes.
    5. Please see Policy 213, Public Participation in Board Meetings, for more information.
  4. Board meetings are recorded and available to the public on the district website for one month.
  5. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding. If you have any questions, please contact Board Secretary Billie Jo Greene at 641-782-7028 bgreene@crestonschools.org

 

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Agenda

 

 

  1. Call to Order by _______________ Time: ___________

The President will call the meeting to order using the gavel if necessary. The President will request those with communication devices to either turn them off or place them in silent mode. This may be a good time to introduce any special guests. A binder labeled Public Copy of Board Materials containing board meeting materials is available for public review at the table at the side of the room. Meeting agendas are available for the public at the table at the side of the room. Meeting agendas, materials, and minutes are also available on the district web page.

  1. Pledge of Allegiance

The president will ask the members and audience to face the flag for the Pledge of Allegiance.

 

 

Don Gee

Board President

 

Galen Zumbach,

Vice President

 

Dr. Amanda Mohr,

 

Dr. Brad James

 

Sharon Snodgrass

 

Deron Stender,

Superintendent

 

Billie Jo Greene,

School Business Official

 

Bill Messerole,

High School Principal

 

Scott Driskell. AP/Activities Director

 

Lesa Downing. Middle School Principal

 

Callie Anderson, PK-4 Principal

 

 

 

  1. Approval of Agenda

Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

 

  1. Public Forum

The President will ask the Board Secretary if any requests for public comment have been received. The Board will listen to public comments and, in accordance with District Policy 213, will direct questions to the Superintendent or the appropriate staff.

 

  1. Consent Items

The President will ask for a motion to accept the Consent Agenda as presented or amended. The President will call for a vote with a motion and a second.

    1. Minutes of  May 19, 2025
    2. Financial Reports
      1. All Funds Financials
    3. Bills
      1. All Funds Report
    4. Agreements, Contracts, & Resignations
      1. Contracts and Resignations
      2. 25-26 GWAEA PowerSchool
      3. JCS Services
    5. 2025-2026 Substitute Compensation Schedule (updated 6.16.25)
    6. 2025-2026 Reimbursement Schedule
    7. 2025-2026 Instructional Fees
    8. 2025-2026 School Lunch Prices
    9. 2025-2026 Activity Schedule
    10. 2025-2026 Job Descriptions
    11. High bid from John Kastendieck on the 2012 Chevrolet Suburban for $8,100.00
    12. High bid from BM Sales on the 2014 Chevy Express cargo van for $6,101.00

Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

  1. Communications and Reports
    1. Hartsock Insurance explains SPF25
    2. Business Manager’s Report
    3. Superintendent’s Report
    4. Early Childhood Facility Planning
      1. Tentative Timeline - Budget (updated 4.18.25)
      2. Project Spending
      3. Change Orders updated, added Change Order # 3
    5. Board Discussion
  2. New Business
    1. Consider setting July 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the school board room as the High School Auditorium Lighting project

ACTION:  As required by the Iowa Code, the district shall notify the public and hold a hearing on the proposed security improvement project.  The administration recommends setting July 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room as the date, time, and place for the public hearing of the proposed Creston High School Auditorium Lighting project.  Iowa code requires notice of a public hearing on projects that impact facilities and exceed $51,000.  This action item is in compliance with the Iowa code.  Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.

RECOMMENDATION:   Approve setting a public hearing for  July 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Board Room as the date, time, and place for the proposed High School Auditorium Lighting project

Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

    1. Consider setting July 15, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. as the bid date to receive bids for the proposed High School Auditorium Lighting project

ACTION:   In compliance with the Iowa Code, the board shall set the bid date and time for public projects.  The proposed date and time to receive bids provide formal notice in accordance with the Iowa Code.  Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.

RECOMMENDATION:    Approve setting July 15, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. as the bid date to receive bids for the High School Auditorium Lighting project.

Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

    1. Consider setting a public hearing for the sale of school real estate

ACTION:  As required by the Iowa Code, the district shall notify the public and hold a hearing on the proposed terms of a Purchase Agreement.  I recommend setting July 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Central Office Board Room as the date, time, and place for the public hearing on the sale of school real estate.

RECOMMENDATION: Approve setting a public hearing for July 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Central Office Board Room as the date, time, and place for the sale of real estate.
Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

    1. Consider setting a public hearing for the proposed District Developed Special Education Services Delivery System
      ACTION:  As required by the Iowa Code, the district shall notify the public and hold a hearing on the proposed District Developed Special Education Services Delivery System. The administration recommends setting July 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Central Office Board Room as the date, time, and place for the public hearing of the proposed 2025-2026 District Developed Special Education Services Delivery System.

RECOMMENDATION: Approve setting a public hearing for July 21, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in the Central Office Board Room as the date, time, and place for the proposed 2025-2026 District Developed Special Education Services Delivery System.
Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

    1. Consider approving participation in the Storm Protection Fund, an Iowa Code 28E entity, Chapter 670 Risk Pool Resolution

ACTION:    The Storm Protection Fund (SPF) is a new insurance program based on districts pooling funds to reduce a district's deductible and cost for wind/hail damage.  The SPF ($39,147) would replace the plan ($51,000) the district purchased last year to buy down the deductible for wind/hail for a savings of about $11,900 for FY 26.  The deductible per building remains the same at $25,000. I believe this is a good program that provides the necessary protection that may reduce long-term costs.   Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.

RECOMMENDATION:  Approve the participation in the Storm Protection Fund, an Iowa Code 28E entity and Chapter 670 Risk Pool.

Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

    1. Consider approving the Safety Equipment & State Comp. Resolution

ACTION:   The school board has the authority to transfer funds necessary from the district’s general fund to its student activity fund to purchase protective and safety equipment required for any extracurricular interscholastic athletic contest or competition sponsored or administered by the Iowa High School Athletic Association or Iowa Girls High School Athletic Union (organizations defined in Iowa Code section 280.13).  The transfer of funds is necessary to provide protective and safety equipment and balance the student activity account budget.  Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.

RECOMMENDATION:  Approve the transfer of $29,598.55 from the general fund to the activity fund for safety equipment and state competitions.

Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

 

    1. Consider approving the 2025-2026 fuel bid
      ACTION:       The district annually requests competitive bids for fuel. One fuel bid was received from Agriland FS, Inc. The Agriland FS bid reflects a .15 cent decrease over last year's fuel bid. Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.
      RECOMMENDATION: Approve 2025-2026 fuel bid from Agriland FS, Inc.
      Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay
    2. Consider approving the 2025-2026 dairy bid and bread bids
      ACTION: The district annually requests competitive bids for dairy and bread.  One milk bid was received from Anderson Erickson, and one bread bid from Pan-O-Gold Baking Co.  Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.
      RECOMMENDATION: Approve the 2025-2026 dairy bid from Anderson Erickson and bread bid from Pan-O-Gold Baking Co.
      Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay
    1. Consider Approving the Supervising Teacher Agreement
      ACTION: To support our teachers who accept the responsibility of supervising a student teacher, I recommend the district provide a $500 stipend to supervising teachers (limited to one per semester) for their time and commitment to supporting future educators. The intent is to attract and support student teachers and create a pipeline to our staffing needs and potential employees. This is a general fund expenditure, and we will monitor the effectiveness of the program to identify changes and continuation.  Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.
      RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Supervising Teacher Agreement. 
      Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay
    1. Consider Approving an Early Notice Incentive
      ACTION: Due to limited licensed personnel, it is beneficial for the district to have advance notice and a resignation of employment to help plan budgets and determine staffing. This reflects an increase of $300 to each qualifying month.  Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.
      RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Early Notice Incentive. 
      Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay
    1. Consider Approving Out-of-State Professional Travel for the Superintendent
      ACTION:       I serve on the Executive Board of the American Association of School Administrators (AASA), which represents more than 13,000 superintendents. I am responsible for attending meetings, leadership conferences, and advocacy for public education.  AASA or a designated sponsor for leadership conferences covers all travel expenses except for the National Conference on Education, which is covered by the district as agreed upon in my contract.  I am requesting professional leave for the following events:
      1. July 7-11 AASA Executive Board Meeting & Federal Advocacy
      2. November 18-19, AASA AI Summit, Phoenix, AZ
      3. January 7-19 AASA Executive Board Meeting, Washington, D.C.
      4. February 9-14 AASA Executive Board Meeting & National Conference, Nashville, TN
      5. April 29-May 1 AASA Executive Board Meeting, Atlanta, GA

As always, I am available to district personnel and work remotely. Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.
RECOMMENDATION: Approve Out-of-State Professional Travel for the Superintendent. 
Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

    1. Consider entering into a Closed Session to Review the Emergency Management Plan as authorized by Section 21.5(1)(a) of the Open Meetings Law to Review or Discuss Records that are Required or Authorized to be Kept Confidential

ACTION:  Emergency Operations Plans and Confidentiality:  Remember the Emergency Operations Plan is to remain confidential and to be discussed in closed session before Board approval.  Iowa Code section 280.30 - High-quality School Building Emergency Operations Plan states, “The plan shall be confidential and shall not be a public record subject to disclosure under Chapter 22.”  If someone were to ask you for a copy of the plan, you are legally authorized to deny them access to the plan.  Under Iowa Code, chapter 21.5, the reason for holding a closed session must be announced and entered in the minutes.  The reason must be for one of the reasons specified in the law.  Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.

RECOMMENDATION:  Move to hold a closed session as authorized by section 21.5(1)(a) of the open meetings law to review or discuss records that are required or authorized to be kept confidential.

Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

    1. Consider Approving 2025-2026 Emergency Management Plan

ACTION:  School boards are required to annually approve the district's Emergency Operations Plan.   Iowa Code section 280.30 - High-quality School Building Emergency Operations Plan states, “The plan shall be confidential and shall not be a public record subject to disclosure under Chapter 22.”  If someone were to ask you for a copy of the plan, you are legally authorized to deny them access. The district EOP team met regularly for the past 10 months to review and revise the EOP plan to support the changes in safety and security and improve processes and management.  Please contact Mr. Stender with any questions.

RECOMMENDATION:  Approve the 2025-2026 Emergency Management Plan.

Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

  1. Adjournment: Time: _____ pm.
    Motion by: _____, Seconded by: ________, Those Voting: ____ Aye, ____ Nay

Future meetings in the Creston boardroom at 801 N. Elm Street, Creston, unless otherwise noted:

  • Monday, July 21, 2025, 5:30 p.m. Regular Board Meeting
  • Monday, August 18, 2025, 5:30 p.m. Regular Board Meeting