Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 Board of Education met June 18.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
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A. Routine Matters
1. Call to Order
The regular meeting of the Board of Education of Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210, Will County Illinois, was called to order by President Kosteck at 7:00 P.M., on Thursday, June 18, 2020, in the Central High School Knights' Round Table Hall.
2. Pledge of Allegiance
After reciting the Pledge, President Kosteck welcomed the guests in the audience.
3. Roll Call - Welcome Guests
Members present: Aaron P. Janik, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
Members present by Conference Call: Beth Janus-Doyle.
A quorum was established. Members absent: None.
Also present: R. Scott Tingley, Superintendent, (Conference Call); Bradley Cauffman, Assistant Superintendent of Business/CSBO; Robert Schiffbauer, Director of Personnel; and Linda Stone, Recording Secretary.
B. Recognitions
1. Presentation – Lincoln-Way East Football and Lincoln-Way East Cheerleading
State of Illinois House of Representatives 101 General Assembly Offered by Representative Margo McDermed submitted Resolutions to congratulate The Lincoln-Way East football team for winning the 2019 8A State Championship on November 30, 2019; and The Lincoln-Way East cheerleading team for winning the Large School Division Championship at the IHSA State Cheerleading Meet on February 7-8, 2020.
C. Public Comment
Due to COVID, stakeholders may provide public comment in person in an Open Meeting or via email. Please email, lstone@lw210.org with your public comment and it will be read at the Board of Education meeting.
1. Public Comment – None.
D. Consent Agenda
Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes from May 21, 2020.
Approval of the Closed Meeting Minutes from May 21, 2020.
Approval of the Payroll of June 5, 2020.
Personnel Reports – Employment.
Personnel Reports – Resignations, Leaves, and Other Reports.
Personnel Reports – Retirements.
Treasurer’s Surety Bond.
Designation of Depositories.
Approval of Consent Agenda Items.
Resolution: Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Motion by Aaron P. Janik, second by Richard C. LaCien, Jr.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
E. Action Items
1. Presentation of Invoices for May 22, 2020, through June 18, 2020
Motion to approve the Invoices for May 22, 2020, through June 18, 2020, in the amount of $1,806,716.97 as presented. Motion by Christopher M. Lucchetti, second by Deadra W. Stokes.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
2. Presentation of Current FY 21 Invoices
Motion to approve the Current FY 21 Invoices, in the amount of $2,198,290.55 as presented. Motion by Richard C. LaCien Jr., second by Joseph A. Kirkeeng.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
3. Treasurers Report for May 2020
Motion to approve the Treasurers Report for May 2020 as presented. Motion by Joseph A. Kirkeeng, second by Christopher M. Lucchetti.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
Brad Cauffman provided financial reports. For the month ending May 31, 2020, the district recognized revenues of $9,363,528.27 and expended $6,138,423.38. The total actual cash balance was $10,167,018.46. The All Funds fund balance was negative ($2,732,981.54) accounting for loans outstanding.
4. Student Activities Report for May 2020
Motion to approve the Student Activities Report for May 2020 as presented. Motion by Deadra W. Stokes, second by Richard C. LaCien Jr.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
Brad Cauffman reported for the month ended May 31, 2020, the total student activity fund balance is $2,177,189.30 with revenues of $155,277.56 and expenditures of $182,613.44. There were no accounts that had a negative balance as of May 31, 2020.
5. Appoint District Treasurer for FY 2021
Motion to approve Bradley Cauffman for the positon of School Treasurer effective July 1, 2020. Motion by Joseph A. Kirkeeng, second by Aaron P. Janik.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
By law, annually the Board of Education must appoint a District Treasurer. Historically, that person has been the District Assistant Superintendent of Finance/CSBO. Mr. Cauffman has served in this role for the last three years. Compensation for this position is set at $4,000 annually.
6. Designate Assistant Superintendent of Business Services/CSBO to prepare FY 2021 Tentative Budget
Motion to approve the Assistant Superintendent Business Services/CSBO to prepare the FY 2021 Tentative Budget, as presented. Motion by Christopher M. Lucchetti, second by Aaron P. Janik.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
Administration recommends the Board of Education designate the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services/CSBO to prepare the tentative budget for fiscal year 2021.
7. Establish FY 2021 Budget Hearing Date
Motion to approve the Budget Hearing Date, as presented. Motion by Christopher M. Lucchetti, second by Aaron P. Janik.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
Superintendent Tingley said this is a formality, the District Assistant Superintendent of Finance/CSBO, Brad Cauffman has provided the budget the last two years. The Tentative FY 2021 Budget will be on display for 30 days starting on July 14, 2020. It can be accessed by hard copy in the Administrative Annex, on the Lincoln-Way Website, or in the Library of BoardDocs.
8. 2020 Tax Levy Determination
Motion to approve the 2020 Tax Levy Determination, as presented. Motion by Aaron P. Janik, second by Richard C. LaCien, Jr.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
Annually the district sets a tax levy that provides the district with 76% of its total revenue. The setting of the annual tax levy is governed by The Truth in Taxation Law (the "Act"), School Code, Property Tax Code, and Property Tax Extension Limits Law (PTELL). Each of these laws has specific requirements that must be followed or a district’s tax levy could be found illegal. Truth in Taxation Law (the "Act"): Requires that at least 20 days prior to the adoption of the levy, the Board of Education must estimate (determine) the aggregate levy for the year. The following timetable will satisfy the requirements of the laws:
June 18, 2020 - Estimate the tax levy (tax levy determination)
August 13, 2020 - Adopt the 2020 tax levy resolution
August 17, 2020 - File the levy with the County Clerk
9. Bid Award for Custodial Services
Motion to approve the Bid Award for Custodial Services to ABM, as presented. Motion by Richard C. LaCien, Jr., second by Beth Janus-Doyle.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
10. Add a Special Board of Education Meeting on July 13, 2020
Motion to approve the addition of a Special Board of Education Meeting on July 13, 2020, as presented. Motion by Aaron P. Janik, second by Richard C. LaCien, Jr.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
F. Informational Items
1. Cash Flow Report – FY2021
Brad Cauffman reported to the Board of Education, FY2020 tax collection was $3.5M ($1M Operations & $2.5M Debt Services) below budget due to the 60 day delay in Will County taxes. The district still has $3.1M in 2019 TAW authority to use if cash flow is materially off. Administration recommends paying off the outstanding 2019 TAWs on June 22, 2020. This will eliminate the outstanding short-term debt on our balance sheet at fiscal year-end, which should be beneficial in future bond ratings with Moody’s.
G. Informational Items
1. Report of the Lincoln-Way Special Education District 843 Governing Board Meeting held May 26, 2020
Member Stokes reported business as usual.
2. FOIA Requests – None.
3. Building and Grounds Report
Superintendent Tingley noted the Building and Grounds report in the backup materials.
4. Asset of the Month
Superintendent Tingley reviewed the Asset of the Month for July, Neighborhood Boundaries. Neighbors take responsibility for monitoring young people’s behavior.
5. Curriculum Gap and Remediation Plan
Superintendent Tingley provided a Remote Learning, spring 2020 plan. Remote Learning ended on May 22, Lincoln-Way teachers, department chairs, all met in core course groups on May 26, 27 & 28. Meetings took place either in person (per guidelines) or remotely. The overarching goal for these meetings was to determine and address any course/departmental gaps for fall 2020. Overall, most course groups were able to determine where curricular gaps will occur and were able to create “bridge,” “gap,” “Unit 0” or “Unit 4.1” type units to address what content and/or skills were not adequately learned by students due to Remote Learning and the restrictions that were in place per ISBE. Remediation plans will take effect at the appropriate place and time in the 2020-21 school year per course group/department determination.
6. Legislative Report
Superintendent Tingley shared a statement form State Superintendent of Education Dr. Carmen Ayala. The report included ISBE considerations for opening school, including health and safety concerns for students and staff.
7. Superintendent’s District Report
Superintendent Tingley shared information from the Illinois State Board of Education; Transitioning to 2020-21 School Year. The discussion included phases set forth by the State of Illinois in the Restore Illinois Plan, with Transition Guidance.
8. Other District Business – None.
9. Correspondence – None.
H. Closed Session
1. Adjourn to Closed Session
President Kosteck called for a motion to adjourn to closed session at 8:21 P.M. to discuss, The Appointment, Employment, Compensation, Discipline, Performance, or Dismissal of Employees, and Collective Negotiating. Motion by Aaron P. Janik, second by Joseph A. Kirkeeng.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
2. Return to Open Session
Motion to Return to Open Session, at 9:34 P.M. Resolution: Motion to adjourn. Motion by Aaron P. Janik, second Joseph A. Kirkeeng.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
I. Possible Action after Closed Session
1. Administrator Salaries FY 2021
Motion to approve the Administrator Salaries for FY 2021, as presented. Motion by Richard C. LaCien, Jr., second by Deadra W. Stokes.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
2. Non-Union Salaries FY 2021
Motion to approve the Non-Union Salaries for FY 2021, as presented. Motion by Aaron P. Janik, second by Deadra W. Stokes.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
3. Tax Objection Settlement
Motion to approve the Tax Objection Settlement, as presented. Motion by Aaron P. Janik, second by Joseph A. Kirkeeng.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
J. Other Business - None.
K. Adjournment
1. Adjournment
Motion to adjourn the regular Meeting of the Board of Education of June 18, 2020, at 9:40 P.M. Resolution: Motion to adjourn. Motion by Aaron P. Janik, second by Joseph A. Kirkeeng.
Final Resolution: Motion Carried
Aye: Aaron P. Janik, Beth Janus-Doyle, Joseph A. Kirkeeng, Richard C. LaCien, Jr., Christopher M. Lucchetti, Deadra W. Stokes, and Joseph M. Kosteck.
2. Next Meeting: June 18, 2020
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