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June 16, 2015 Regular Meeting Agenda
06/11/2015

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

June 16, 2015

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, June 16, 2015 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

D.

Quarterly Financial Report

 

5.

Construction Update with W.B. Kibler Construction Company and Architect, Andrew Hawkins

 

6.

Award Depository Contract for 2015-2017

 

7.

Memorandum of Understanding with Taylor county Learning Center for 2015-2016

 

8.

Workers Compensation for 2015-2016 School Year

 

9.

Temporary Superintendent Hiring Authority

 

10.

Budget Workshop for 2015-2016

 

11.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Preliminary STAAR/EOC Testing Results for 2015

 

B.

School Resource Officer

 

C.

Set Date for July Board Meeting

 

12.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

13.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Thursday, June 11, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

Bryan W. Allen

 

__________________________________

 


May 19, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes
05/21/2015

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

May 19, 2015

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on May 19, 2015, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Lynn Hays, Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Kyle Doan and O.C. McKeehan.  Bill Palmer was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth,  Bryan Allen, Tammy Nall, John Cornelius, Casey Hodges and Brack Jones.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

The new board members, Russ Holloway, Kyle Doan and Delbert Russell were sworn in.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to leave the trustee member positions as follows:  Delbert Russell, President, Todd Yaddow, Vice President, and Kyle Doan, Secretary.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the minutes from the Merkel ISD Board meeting held on April 23, 2015.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $221,044.78.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Construction update was presented at this time.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve a Resolution authorizing the sale of real property as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to accept the annual report of the School Health Advisory Committee.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to permit all students who have completed graduation requirements, either by passing all courses and required state tests or by the recommendation of a student’s Individual Graduation Committee, to participate in 2015 graduation ceremonies.

 

 

 

Mr. Allen informed the board that he had accepted the resignations of Gayle Maxey and Christi Houghton.

           

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Janeigh Stalling on a 10 month, probationary teaching contract. Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to employ Heather O’Malley on a 10 month, dual probationary teacher/coach contract.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Casey Hodges and Jennifer Englert on an 11 month, multi-year, Administrative Contract.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 7:37 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:00 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


May 19, 2015 Regular Meeting Agenda
05/15/2015

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

May 19, 2015

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, May 19, 2015 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Reorganization of School Board and Officers

 

3.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

4.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

Construction Update with W.B. Kibler Construction Company and Architect, Andrew Hawkins

 

7.

Resolution Authorizing the Sale of Real Property

 

8.

School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Annual Report

 

9.

Graduation Requirements in regards to SB 149

 

10.

Budget Workshop for 2015-2016

 

11.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

12.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

A. Summer Leadership Institute
        San Antonio - June 11 - 13
        Fort Worth - June 18 - 20

 

B.

Graduation - Friday, May 29, 7:00 p.m.

 

C.

June Board Meeting

 

13.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

14.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, May 15, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________

 


April 23, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes
04/27/2015

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

April 23, 2015

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on April 23, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow,  Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan and Lynn Hays.  Kyle Doan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   Angie Bloodworth, Bryan Allen, Brack Jones, John Cornelius and Tammy Nall.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 24th, and March 27th, 2015 board meetings.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $212,698.20.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to participate with the city of Merkel to update and extend the water line that will supply the new elementary not to exceed $50,000.00.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the request for new band uniforms not to exceed $28,500.00.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve new School Breakfast and Lunch Prices for 2015-2016 as follows:         
                         
Pre-K – 5   $2.15

                        6-12                 $2.40

                        Paid Breakfast $1.25

                        (reduced prices .30 cents for breakfast and .40 cents for lunch)

O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve Health Special Risk Inc. student insurance quote as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the District Improvement Plan for 2014-2015.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

 

The Board went into executive session at 8:07 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:34 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted the resignations of  Cynthia Cox, Richard Gammon, William Farrar, and Cheryl Wheat, she is retiring.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to offer term contracts to certified personnel at Merkel Elementary for the 2015-2016 school year as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to offer probationary contracts to certified personnel at Merkel Elementary for the 2015-2016 school year as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to offer term contracts to certified personnel at Merkel Intermediate, Merkel Middle/Junior High, and Merkel High School for the 2015-2016 school year as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to offer probationary contracts to certified personnel at Merkel Intermediate, Merkel Middle/Junior High, and Merkel High School for the 2015-2016 school year as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to extend an 11 month, one year term contract, as Assistant Principal for the 2015-2016 school year to Cody Martin.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Administrative Contract, beginning on July 1, 2015 through June 30th 2017 to William Joseph O’Malley.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion for Merkel ISD to accept bids on Tye School Facilities for 30 days after being posted.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for a and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:36 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


April 23, 2015 Regular Meeting Agenda
04/17/2015

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

April 23, 2015

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, April 23, 2015 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Construction Update with W.B. Kibler Construction Company and Architect, Andrew Hawkins

 

6.

New Water Line for New Elementary Facility

 

7.

Request for Band Uniforms

 

8.

School Breakfast and Lunch Prices for 2015-2016

 

9.

Student Athletic/Accident Insurance

 

10.

Revised District Improvement Plan for 2014-2015

 

11.

Real Estate Appraisal

 

12.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

13.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Baccalaureate/Graduation

 

B.

Banquets

 

C.

TASB/ESC Region 14 Spring Workshop - Thursday, May 14 - 5:00 to 9:00

 

D.

Summer Leadership Institute - San Antonio - June 11-13
                                                  Fort Worth - June 18 - 20

 

E.

UIL Academic and Athletic Regional Qualifiers

 

F.

May Board Meeting Date

 

14.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings for Certified Personnel for 2015-2016

 

15.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, April 20,2015 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________

 


March 27, 2015 Called Meeting Minutes
03/30/2015

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

March 27, 2015

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on March 27, 2015 at 10:00 a.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:  Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow.  Russ Holloway was absent from the meeting.  

 

Others Present:   Bryan Allen – See attached list for other visitors

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President called the meeting to order at 10:02 a.m.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to offer a two year, twelve month administrative contract to Bryan W. Allen as the Merkel ISD Superintendent.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 10:04 a.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


March 24, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes
03/25/2015

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

March 24, 2015

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on March 24, 2015, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Bill Palmer, Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Kyle Doan and Delbert Russell.  Lynn Hays was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Brack Jones, and Bryan Allen

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the minutes from the February 19th and March 5th 2015 board meetings.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $174,422.24.   O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to cancel the school board election for May 9, 2015.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to table the request for band uniforms.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to delete item 3 Policy DB (LOCAL) Employment Requirements and Restrictions.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to adopt the Instructional Material Allotment and TEKS Certification for 2015-2016 as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the 2015-2016 school calendar as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve waiver for 3 staff development days in lieu of instruction as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

 

Board reviewed the Safety and Security Audit as presented.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion that the May 8th and May 25th bad weather days would be used as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:59 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 8:52 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted resignation from Alan Campbell.  He will be retiring at the end of the school year.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:04 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


March 27, 2015 Called Meeting Agenda
03/23/2015

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

March 27, 2015

10:00 AM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Friday, March 27, 2015 , at 10:00 AM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Superintendent's Contract for Bryan Allen

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, March 23, 2015 at 2:00 p.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________

 


March 24, 2015 Regular Meeting Agenda
03/19/2015

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

March 24, 2015

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, March 24, 2015 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

D.

Quarterly Financial Report

 

5.

Construction Update with W.B. Kibler Construction Company and Architect, Andrew Hawkins

 

6.

Cancellation of School Board Election for May 9, 2015

 

7.

Request for Band Uniforms

 

8.

Policy DB (LOCAL) Employment Requirements and Restrictions

 

9.

Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification for 2015-2016

 

10.

School Calendar for 2015-2016

 

11.

Waiver for Staff Development Days in Lieu of Instructional Days for 2015-2016

 

12.

District Security/Safety Audit Report Conducted by ESC Region 14

 

13.

Discuss Use of Facility for Daycare

 

14.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

15.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

TASB Region 14 ESC Spring Workshop - Thursday, May 14 - 5:00 - 9:00 P.M.

 

B.

2015 Summer Leadership Institute - San Antonio - June 11-13

 

C.

Utilize Bad Weather Days of May 8, 2015 and May 25, 2015 to Make Up for Instructional Days Missed on February 27, 2015 and March 5, 2015

 

D.

Set April Board Meeting Date

 

16.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

17.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Thursday, March 19, 2015 at 3:00 p.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________

 


March 5, 2015 Called Meeting Minutes
03/06/2015

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

March 5, 2015

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on March 5, 2015 at 6:00 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:  Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow.  Russ Holloway was absent from the meeting.  

 

Others Present:   Bryan Allen and William O’Malley

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

 

The Board went into executive session at 6:12 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 9:18 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to name Bryan Allen as the Lone Finalist for the Merkel ISD Superintendent Position.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


March, 5, 2015 Called Meeting Agenda
03/02/2015

Merkel Independent School District

Called Meeting

March 5, 2015

6:00 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Meeting held on Thursday, March 5, 2015 , at 6:00 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish that a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Interview Applicants for the Superintendent's Position

 

4.

Discuss and Act on the Selection of Individual as the Finalist to be Considered for Hiring as the Superintendent of Schools

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, March 2, 2015 @ 9:15 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________

 


February 19, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes
02/24/2015

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

February 19, 2015

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on February 19, 2015, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays, Kyle Doan, Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   Brack Jones, Tammy Nall, Casey Hodges, Bryan Allen and Angie Bloodworth.  

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of January 29, 2015 board meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $250,116.74.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:18 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 10:09 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted the resignation of Peggy Prevost and Delbert Dearing as they are retiring effective at the end of the year.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Administrative Contract, through June 30th, 2017, to Angie Bloodworth and Bryan Allen.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Athletic Director/Teacher/

Coach contract, through June 30th, 2017, to John Cornelius.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to extend a one-year, term contract, as Cafeteria Director for the 2015-2016 school year to Bronwyn Campbell.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to extend an 11 month, multi-year Administrative Contract, through June 30th, 2017, to Tammy Nall and Brack Jones.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to extend an 11-month, one year term contract, as Assistant Principal for 2015-2016 school year to Casey Hodges.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 10:55 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


February 19, 2015 Regular Board Meeting Agenda
02/16/2015

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

February 19, 2015

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, February 19, 2015 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Construction Update with W.B. Kibler Construction and Architect, Andrew Hawkins

 

5.

Meet With City Manager Concerning New Water Line to New Facility

 

6.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

7.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

8.

Set Date for March Board Meeting

 

9.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

C.

Administrative Evaluations

 

D.

Administrative Contracts for Principals, Athletic Director and Other Administrative Personnel

 

10.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, February 16, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


January 20, 2015 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
01/30/2015

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

January 29, 2015

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on January 29, 2015 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Todd Yaddow,  Kyle Doan, Bill Palmer, Lynn Hays,  Delbert Russell and O.C. McKeehan.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   Bryan Allen, John Cornelius, Tammy Nall and Angie Bloodworth.   Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to appoint Russ Holloway to fill board vacancy, Place 4.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to amend the minutes of the December 18, 2014 regular meeting to include Annual Announcement of Board Training as presented.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the minutes of the December 18, 2014 regular meeting.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $174,107.97.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to accept the Order Authorizing the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of Merkel Independent School District Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2015; Authorizing the Amount, the Interest Rates, Price, Redemption Provisions and Terms Thereof and Certain Other Procedures and Provisions Related Thereto; and Containing Other Matters Related Thereto.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against and 1 abstained.  Russ Holloway abstained from the vote.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to call for a School Board Election on May 9, 2015 for places currently held by Delbert Russell (Place 1), Kyle Doan (Place 2) and Russ Holloway (Place 4) two year unexpired term.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to enter into a joint contract for election services with Taylor County Elections Office, the City of Tye, and the City of Merkel for the May 9, 2015 elections.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to adopt Campus Plans for 2014-2015 as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve Title I Compacts for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion the approve Policy Update 101 as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the waiver request for a modified schedule for state assessment testing days as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the letter of intent regarding educator appraisals as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 8:15 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 10:20 p.m.

 

Mr Hood informed the board that he had accepted the resignation of Whitney Chovanetz effective at the end of this school year.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept a letter of resignation announcing the retirement of Bill Hood effective June 30, 2015.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 10:28 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


January 29, 2015 Regular Board Meeting Agenda
01/27/2015

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

January 29, 2015

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, January 29, 2015 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Appointment to Fill Board Vacancy Position

 

3.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

4.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

Order Authorizing the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of Merkel Independent School District Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2015; Authorizing the Amount, the Interest Rates, Price, Redemption Provisions and Terms Thereof and Certain Other Procedures and Provisions Related Thereto; and Containing Other Matters Related Thereto

 

7.

Construction Update with W.B. Kibler Construction and Architect, Andrew Hawkins

 

8.

Call for School Board Election on May 9, 2015 for Places Currently Held by Delbert Russell (Place 1), Kyle Doan (Place 2) and two year unexpired term (Place 4)

 

9.

Joint Resolution to Enter in to a Joint Contract for Election Services for 2015 Between Merkel ISD and City of Merkel and City of Tye

 

10.

Campus Plans and Title I Compact for 2014-2015

 

11.

Policy Update 101, affecting (LOCAL) policies (see attached list of codes)

 

12.

Waiver Request for Modified Schedule/State Assessment Testing Days

 

13.

Letter of Intent Regarding Educator Appraisal Project for School Year 2015-2016

 

14.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

15.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

School Board Recognition Month

 

B.

Spring Sport Schedule

 

C.

Set Date for February Meeting

 

16.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

C.

Superintendent's Evaluation

 

D.

Superintendent's Contract

 

17.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, January 26, 2015 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


December 18, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
12/19/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

December 18, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

6:00 p.m. – Public Hearing was held for the 2013-2014 Texas Academic Performance Report (TAPR)

Public Hearing adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on December 18, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, Bill Palmer and Todd Yaddow.  O.C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Ernest Munoz, and Bryan Allen.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the minutes from the Merkel ISD Board meetings held on November 20th, 2014.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept the 2013-2014 Annual Financial Report as presented by Gerald Rodgers of James Rodgers and Company, PC.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept sample #2 for brick of the new building.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $166,870.33   Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to amend the budget in the amount of $100,000.00 for a new bus.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood reported that all board members have exceeded their number of hours for board training in 2014.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to accept inter-local agreement with the West Texas Food Service Cooperative with ESC Region 17 as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to hire James E. Rodgers and Company, PC to perform the annual financial report for Merkel ISD for the 2014-2015 school year.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 8:00 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 9:10 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:12 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


December 18, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
12/15/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

December 18, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, December 18, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

6:00 P.M. Public Hearing to Discuss Merkel ISD TAPR (Texas Academic Performance Report for 2014)

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Audit for 2013-2014 School Year by James Rodgers and Company, PC

 

5.

Construction Update with Representatives from W.B. Kibler Construction Company and Andrew Hawkins, Architect

 

6.

Financial Update

 

A.

Quarterly Financial Report

 

B.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

C.

Action on Current Billings

 

D.

Budget Amendments

 

7.

Board of Trustees Report of Board Training Hours Acquired for 2014-2015

 

8.

Interlocal Agreement for the West Texas Food Service Cooperative with ESC Region 17

 

9.

Selection of auditor for School Year 2014-2015

 

10.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

11.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Merkel Elementary, Intermediate, Middle & Junior High School District UIL Results

 

B.

Next Board Meeting - January 29, 2015

 

C.

Distribute Superintendent's Evaulation Forms

 

12.

Executive Session - Discussion of Upcoming Superintendent's Evaluation

 

13.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

14.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, December 15,  2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


November 20, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
11/21/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

November 20, 2014

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

6:00 p.m. - Public Hearing was held for elements of school improvement plans for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate.

Public Hearing adjourned at 6:24 p.m.

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on November 20, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Bill Palmer, Kyle Doan, Delbert Russell and O.C. McKeehan.   Lynn Hays was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Bryan Allen, Brack Jones, Ernest Munoz and Gayle Maxey.  Please see attached list for others present.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the minutes from the October 21, 2014 regular board meeting.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No comments.

 

Construction update was given by W.B. Kibler Construction Company and Andrew Hawkins, Architect.

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $249,204.21   Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that100% of the personnel at each campus has met the Highly Qualified criteria according to the “No Child Left Behind” qualifications.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the Merkel ISD Textbook Committee as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the “Data Analysis, Needs Assessment, and Improvement Plan” as drafted by the “Campus Leadership Team” and in compliance with Texas Accountability Intervention System and Texas Education Code 39.106 (b) procedures and requirements for Merkel Intermediate School and Merkel Elementary School.  These Improvement Plans are subject to quarterly review and revisions by the Campus Leadership Team and the Board adoption of the plan is subject to future necessary changes without future Board approval.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion for a Trustee request for personnel reports – Leaves and Absences.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board the board that he had accepted the resignation of Netta Hart at mid-term.

 

The Board went into executive session at 7:44 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:08 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:09 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


Novemer 20,2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
11/17/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

November 20, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, November 20, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

6:00 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING FOR ELEMENTS OF THE SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR MERKEL ELEMENTARY AND MERKEL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Construction Update with Representatives from W.B. Kibler Construction Company and Andrew Hawkins, Architect

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

No Child Left Behind Highly Qualified Report

 

7.

Textbook Committee for Textbook Adoptions for 2015-2016

 

8.

Data Analysis, Needs Assessment and Improvement Plan for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate School for 2014-2015

 

9.

Consider Trustee Request for Personnel Reports

 

10.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

11.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Team Building Opportunities

 

B.

Board Training

 

12.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

13.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, November 17, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


November 20, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
11/17/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

November 20, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, November 20, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

6:00 P.M. - PUBLIC HEARING FOR ELEMENTS OF THE SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR MERKEL ELEMENTARY AND MERKEL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOLS

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Construction Update with Representatives from W.B. Kibler Construction Company and Andrew Hawkins, Architect

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

No Child Left Behind Highly Qualified Report

 

7.

Textbook Committee for Textbook Adoptions for 2015-2016

 

8.

Data Analysis, Needs Assessment and Improvement Plan for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate School for 2014-2015

 

9.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

10.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Team Building Opportunities

 

B.

Board Training

 

11.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

12.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, November 17, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


October 21, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
10/22/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

October 21, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

PUBLIC HEARING was held at 6:00 P.M.  on MISD “FIRST” rating.

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on October 21, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, O.C. McKeehan, Lynn Hays, Bill Palmer, and Delbert Russell.  Kyle Doan was absent from the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth,  Brack Jones, Tammy Nall, Ernest Munoz, Bryan Allen and John Cornelius.   Please see attached list for others present.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes from September 23rd , 2014  board meeting. Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $335,953.39.   Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to grant adjunct faculty status to Kit Horne, Jane Rowan and Robert Pritz, county extension agents.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

The board set dates for the November and December regular meetings for November 20, 2014 and December 18, 2014.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board he had accepted the resignation of Ashlen Thornberry.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to employ Brittany Wilson under an employee agreement through the end of the school year.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


September 23, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
10/15/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

September 23, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on September 23, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Kyle Doan, Todd Yaddow, Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell, and Lynn Hays.   O.C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   Angie Bloodworth, Ernest Munoz, Brack Jones, Bryan Allen, and John Cornelius.  See attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to accept the resignation of Board Trustee, Teresa Teaff.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays approved the minutes of August 14th, August 21st, and August 28th, 2014 board meetings.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – Recognized Bree Garner for her reserve grand champion pig at the West Texas Fair and Rodeo.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $41,434.20.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against. 

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Policy Update 100 as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to exempt eligible honor courses from the No Pass No Play requirement as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve overnight trips as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:46 p.m.

The board came out of executive session at 8:01 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:03 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


October 21, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
10/15/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

October 21, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, October 21, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

Public Hearing Concerning "FIRST" Rating - 6:00 P.M.

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Construction Update with W.B. Kibler and Andrew Hawkins, Architect

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

Grant Adjunct Faculty Status for County Extension Agents

 

7.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

8.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Principals Month

 

B.

Team Building Opportunities

 

C.

TASB Legal Seminar - November 13

 

D.

Set Date for Public hearing for TAPR (Texas Academic Performance Report)

 

E.

Set Dates for November and December Board Meetings

 

9.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

10.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, October 17, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


September 23,2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
09/17/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

September 23, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Resignation of Board Trustee

 

3.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

4.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Quarterly Reports

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

D.

Action on Current Billings

 

6.

Construction Update with W. B. Kibler Construction Company and Andrew Hawkins Architect

 

7.

Policy Update 100, Affecting (LOCAL) Policies (see attached list of codes)

 

8.

Eligible Honor Courses Exempt From No Pass-No Play

 

9.

Overnight Trips

 

10.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

11.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Legal Seminar - Thursday, November 13 - ESC 5 hours credit

 

B.

Set Date for FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) Public Hearing

 

C.

Set Date for October Meeting

 

12.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

13.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, September 19, 2014, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 28, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
08/29/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

August 28, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on August 28, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Delbert Russell, Bill Palmer, Lynn Hays,

O.C. McKeehan and Kyle Doan.  Teresa Teaff was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak and Angie Bloodworth

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the 2014-2015 budget at the function level with revenues of $12,971,120.00 and expenditures of $12,828,143.00.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to adopt an ordinance to set the tax rate for 2014-2015 school year at $1.04 for Maintenance and Operations and $0.275 for Interest and Sinking for a total tax rate of $1.315.  This ordinance is in writing and passed by the board on August 28, 2014.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve budget amendments as presented.  Please see attached:

O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the monthly bills in the amount of $371,129.88.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:28 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


August 28, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
08/25/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

August 28, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Thursday, August 28, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Public Forum Concerning Budget and Tax Rate for 2014-2015

 

3.

Adoption of Budget for 2014-2015

 

4.

Adoption of Ordinance Setting Tax Rate for 2014-2015

 

5.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, August 25, 2014, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 21, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
08/25/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

August 21, 2014

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on August 21, 2014 at 5:30 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:    Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President called the meeting to order at 5:37 p.m.

 

Open Forum –No Comments

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to accept the guaranteed maximum cost of $15,209,325.00 with W. B. Kibler for the new elementary school construction project.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 6:27 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary


August 21, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
08/18/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

August 21, 2014

5:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Thursday, August 21, 2014 , at 5:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Construction Update with W. B. Kibler Construction Company

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, August 18, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 14, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
08/11/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

August 14, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, August 14, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action of Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Teacher Appraisal Calendar for 2014-2015

 

6.

(LOCAL) Policy EIC Academic Achievement:  Class Ranking

 

7.

Resolution of the Board to Suspend Portions of EIE (LOCAL) Academic Achievement:  Retention and Promotion

 

8.

House Bill 5 Community and Student Engagement Survey Ratings

 

9.

Homecoming Proposal

 

10.

Student Handbook for 2014-2015

 

11.

Construction Workshop with W.B. Kibler and Andrew Hawkins, Architect

 

12.

Fuel Bids

 

13.

Budget Workshop for 2014-2015

 

14.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Special Called Meeting to Set and Adopt Budget and Adopt Tax Rate for 2014-2015 School Year for August 28, 2014

 

B.

Set Date for September Board Meeting

 

15.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

16.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, August 11, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


July 31, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
08/04/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

July 31, 2014

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on July 31, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:  Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow.   Lynn Hays was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum –No Comments

 

Ed Portier and Joe Spoon discussed price of building project.  Options were discussed with Andrew Hawkins, architect and the construction firm.  The board will meet again soon.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


July 31, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
07/24/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

July 31, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Thursday, July 31, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Construction Update with Andrew Hawkins, Architect and Representatives from W. B. Kibler Construction Company

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, July 28th, 2014 @ 9:00a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


July 23, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
07/24/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

July 23, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on July 23, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Bill Palmer, Teresa Teaff and O. C. McKeehan.  Kyle Doan and Lynn Hays were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak.  See attached list of other visitors.  

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.

 

Open Forum – No comments

 

Construction update was presented.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


July 17, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
07/21/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

July 17, 2014

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on July 17, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Todd Yaddow, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan, Kyle Doan, Bill Palmer and Delbert Russell.  Lynn Hays was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Bryan Allen, Gaylon Brnovak, Ernest Munoz and John Cornelius.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 17, 2014 board meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan entered the meeting at this time.

 

The board agreed to follow up on concerns presented and get back to the Tye City Council.

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $250,501.89.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve amending the budget in the amount of $32,500.00 from function 53 to function 11 .  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve Merkel ISD substitute pay increase as presented:  Substitute pay for an aide $65.00, substitute pay for non-certified teacher $70.00, and substitute pay for a certified teacher $75.00.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the Student Code of Conduct for 2014-2015 as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted the resignation of Shelly Mullins.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to employ Judee Carrillo, Donna Lang, and Jessalyn Woods on a 10 month, probationary teacher contract for the 2014-2015 school year.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to employ Cody Blair on a 10 1/2 month, dual probationary, teacher/coach contract for the 2014-2015 school year.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:42 p.m.

 

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


July 23, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
07/17/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

July 23, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Wednesday, July 23, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Construction Update with Andrew Hawkins, Architect and Representatives from W. B. Kibler Construction Company

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Sunday, July 20, 2014, at 10:30 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


July 17, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
07/09/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

July 17, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, July 17, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action of Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Tye City Council Request to Address Board Concerning Proposed Donation of Tye School Property

 

6.

Construction Update with W. B. Kibler and Architect, Andrew Hawkins

 

7.

Substitute Teacher Pay

 

8.

Student Code of Conduct for 2014-2015

 

9.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Preliminary Results of FIRST (Financial Integrity Ratings System of Texas) for 2012-2013 Data

 

B.

Set Date for August Meeting

 

C.

Set Date for Public Hearing on Setting Tax Rate and Budget for 2014-2015

 

10.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

11.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, July 14, 2014 @ 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


June 17, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
06/23/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

June 17, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on June 17, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Lynn Hays, Todd Yaddow, Delbert Russell, O. C. McKeehan and Bill Palmer. Teresa Teaff and Kyle Doan were absent from the meeting Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Bryan Allen, Ernest Munoz and Gaylon Brnovak.  See attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum – Chuck Downs requested that the Tye City Council be put on the agenda next month to discuss Tye School property.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes from the Merkel ISD Board meeting held on May 20, 2014.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $187,201.36.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to enter into an agreement with Taylor County Learning Center for mandatory or discretionary expulsion to JJAEP.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to delete Assistant Principals from personnel required to live in the district according to (LOCAL) Policy DB.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept workers compensation proposal from School Comp. for the 2014-2015 school year workers compensation insurance carrier.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he has accepted resignations from Clesta Boone, Ryan Dollar, Amy Dollar, Jeana McLaughlin, Caitlin Phillips, Cole Riggan, and Jessica Riggan.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to employ Kimberly Assenmacher, LaTosha Barnes, Margaret Moore, Jackie Naron, Ashlen Thornberry, Cynthia Cox, William Farrar, and Stephanie Phillips on a 1 year, 10 month, probationary teacher contract.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to employ Brandon Lee on an 11 month, 1 year, dual probationary teacher/coach contract.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:34 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


June 17, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
06/12/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

June 17, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action of Current Billings

 

C.

Quarterly Financial Report

 

D.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Memorandum of Understanding with Taylor County Learning Center for 2014-2015

 

6.

(LOCAL) Policy DB Employment Requirements and Restrictions

 

7.

Worker's Compensation Proposals

 

8.

Budget Information for 2014-2015

 

9.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Preliminary End-of-Course and STAAR Testing Results for 2014

 

B.

Special Called Meeting for July 9, 2014

 

C.

Set Date for July Board Meeting

 

10.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

11.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Thursday, June 12, 2013 @ 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

                                                                                                _____________________________ 


May 20,2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
05/21/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

May 20, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on May 20, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Lynn Hays, Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Teresa Teaff, Bill Palmer, Kyle Doan and O.C. McKeehan.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Ernest Munoz, Bryan Allen and Brack Jones.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

The new board members, Lynn Hays, Bill Palmer and O.C. McKeehan were sworn in.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to leave the trustee member positions as follows:  Delbert Russell, President, Todd Yaddow, Vice President, and Kyle Doan, Secretary.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes from the Merkel ISD Board meeting held on April 24, 2014.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $246,533.72.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to change money managers from Eagle Asset Management (which is a short term government security) to Gannett, Welsh, and Kotler, LLC (which is a municipal fixed income investment).  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to raise the school lunch prices as presented.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to accept the annual report of the School Health Advisory Committee.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to approve Policy EIF (LOCAL) Academic Achievement as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 7:20 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 7:40 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted the resignations of the following:

                        Kimberli Brackett – 2nd grade teacher

                        Melinda Cook – MMS Science

                        Amanda Corley – HS Science

                        Julie Jackson – MES Kindergarten

                        Kayce McElreath – MES Special Ed

                        Judy Rutledge – MES Aide

                        Betsy Stanaland – MJHS 7th Reading/Coach

           

Todd Yaddow made a motion to employ Casey Hodges on an 11 month, term contract as Merkel High School Assistant Principal.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Whitney Chovanetz and Holley Cornelius on a 10 month, probationary teaching contract. Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to employ Richard Gammon on a 10 ½ month, dual probationary teacher/coach contract.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to employ Renee Carey on an 11 month, term contract as a Certified Counselor.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Clinton Morgan on an 11 month, dual probationary teacher/assistant band director contract.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


May 20, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
05/15/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

May 20, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, May 20, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Reorganization of School Board and Officers

 

3.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

4.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Budget Amendments

 

C.

Action on Current Billings

 

6.

School Lunch Prices for 2014-2015

 

7.

School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Annual Report

 

8.

Policy EIF (LOCAL) Academic Achievement -- Graduation

 

9.

Budget Workshop for 2014-2015

 

10.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

11.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Summer Leadership Institute - San Antonio, June 19-21

 

B.

Graduation - Friday, May 30 - 7:00 p.m.

 

C.

June Board Meeting

 

12.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

13.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, May 16, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


April 24, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
04/25/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

April 25, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on April 24, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow,  Kyle Doan, and Lynn Hays.  O. C. McKeehan and Teresa Teaff were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, Bryan Allen, Brack Jones, Ernest Munoz, Adam Bloodworth and David Acevedo.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 19, March 24, March 28, April 2, and April 9th, 2014 board meetings.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $273,870.82.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to amend the budget in the amount of $25,000.00 as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve Health Special Risk Inc. student insurance quote as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Policy Update 99, affecting (LOCAL) policies as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve a waiver for Staff Development Days in lieu of Instructional days for 2014-2015 as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the 2014-2015 school calendar as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against

 

The Board went into executive session at 7:23 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 9:08 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted the resignations of Lisa Britt and Adam Bloodworth.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to offer an, 11 month, multi-year Administrative contract beginning August 1, 2014 through June 30, 2016 to Tammy Nall.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against. 

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to offer a one year, 11 month, dual probationary teacher/coach  contract to Steven Gray.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to offer a one year, 10 ½ month, dual teacher/coach term contract to Adam Bloodworth.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to offer a 10 month, term teaching contract to Daryl McEwen.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 3 for and 2 against.  Todd Yaddow and Lynn Hays voted against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to offer probationary and term contracts to certified personnel for the 2014-2015 school year as recommended by campus principals.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:17 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


April 24, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
04/17/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

April 24, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, April 24, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Student/Athletic Accident Insurance

 

6.

Construction Upddate with W. B. Kibler Construction Company

 

7.

Policy Update 99, affecting (LOCAL) policies (See Attached list of Codes)

 

8.

Waiver for Staff Development Days in Lieu of Instuctional Days for 2014-2015

 

9.

School Calendar 2014-2015

 

10.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

11.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Baccalaureate/Graduation

 

B.

Board Training Update

 

C.

SLI - San Antonio - June 19-21, 2014

 

D.

Banquets

 

E.

UIL Academic & Athletic Regional Qualifiers

 

F.

May Board Meeting Date

 

12.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings for Certified Personnel for 2014-2015

 

13.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, April 21, 2014 @ 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


April 9, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
04/10/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

April 9, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on April 9, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, O. C. McKeehan, Teresa Teaff and Bill Palmer. Kyle Doan and Lynn Hays were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Ernest Munoz, Brack Jones, and Bryan Allen.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum – No comments

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to employ John Cornelius on a 12 month, multi-year, Athletic Director/Teacher/Coach contract beginning on April 21, 2014 through June 30, 2016.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

The board met with the architect and construction firm representative.  They discussed the proposed plan, made modifications, and finalized plans as presented.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:22 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary


April 2, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
04/04/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

April 2, 2014

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on April 2, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:    Bill Palmer, Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak and Bryan Allen

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

 

Open Forum –No Comments

 

The board interviewed two applicants for the Merkel ISD Athletic Director Position.

 

The board went into executive session at 8:28 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 9:08 p.m.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to employee Jennifer Dement on a 10 month, dual probationary teacher/coach contract.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:25 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary


April 9, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
04/04/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Special Called Meeting

April 9, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Special Called Meeting held on Wednesday, April 9, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Construction Workshop with Architect and Construction Firm

 

4.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

C.

Contract for Head Football Coach/Athletic Director

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, April 4, 2014 at 2:00 p.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________

March 28, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
04/01/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

March 28, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on March 28, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays and O. C. McKeehan.  Teresa Teaff was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Bryan Allen.  

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum –  No comments

 

The board interviewed three applicants for the Merkel ISD Athletic Director Position.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:55 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


April 2, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
03/28/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

April 2, 2014

6:00 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Wednesday, April 2, 2014 , at 6:00 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Interviews for Football Coach/Athletic Director Position

 

4.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, March 28, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


March 24, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
03/25/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

March 24, 2014

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

 

A PUBLIC HEARING WAS HELD 6:00 P.M. – CONCERNING DONATING TYE SCHOOL PROPERTY TO THE CITY OF TYE

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on March 24, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Bill Palmer, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan, Kyle Doan and Delbert Russell.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth and Gaylon Brnovak.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes from the February 24th and February 26th  2014 board meetings.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

O.C. Mckeehan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $171,041.03.   Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to approve payment of 2012 invoice to Turf and Soil Management.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against and 1 abstained.  Todd Yaddow abstained from the vote.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to make a budget amendment to pay off air conditioning units as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the resolution for the donation of real property concerning Tye Elementary School to the City of Tye.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against and 1 abstained.  Teresa Teaff abstained from the vote.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to cancel the school board election for May 10, 2014.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt the Instructional Material Allotment and TEKS Certification for 2014-2015 as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted resignations from Jana Eckert, Robbie Hicks, Kieth Mullins and Carla Smets.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


March 28, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
03/25/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

March 28, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Friday, March 28, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Interviews for Football Coach/Athletic Director Position

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Tuesday, March 25, 2014 at 3:00 p.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


March 19, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
03/20/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

March 19, 2014

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on March 19, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:    Delbert Russell, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan, Bill Palmer and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. Kyle Doan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Ernest Munoz, Brack Jones and Gaylon Brnovak.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Open Forum –None

 

The board met with the architect and construction firm representative.  They discussed the proposed plan, made modifications, and will meet again on Wednesday, April 9, 2014.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:53 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 8:24 p.m.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


March 24, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
03/19/2014

March 24, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Monday, March 24, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

Public Hearing at 6:00 P.M. Concerning Donating Tye School Property to the City of Tye

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Quarterly Financial Report

 

C.

Action on Current Billings

 

D.

Board Approval for Invoice from 2012 to Turf and Soil Management for Grass Seed

 

E.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Resolution Authorizing the Donation of Real Property Concerning Tye Elementary School Being Donated to the City of Tye

 

6.

Cancellation of School Board Election for May 10, 2014

 

7.

Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification for 2014-2015

 

8.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

9.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

TASB Region 14 ESC Spring Workshop - Thursday, May 15 - 5:00 - 9:00 P.M.

 

B.

2014 Summer Leadership Institute - San Antonio - June 19-21

 

C.

Set April Board Meeting Date

 

10.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

11.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, March 21, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


March 19, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
03/05/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Special Called Meeting

March 19, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Special Called Meeting held on Wednesday, March 19, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Construction Workshop with Architect and Construction Firm

 

4.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, March 7, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


February 26, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
02/27/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

February 26, 2014

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on February 26, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:   Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. Lynn Hays was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Brack Jones, Ernest Munoz, Kieth Mullins, and Bryan Allen.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.

 

Open Forum –No Comments

 

The new drawings were discussed with the board, school personnel, the architect and a representative of the construction firm.  Modifications were suggested and a board meeting to further develop the plans was set for March 19, 2014.

 

The Board went into executive session at 7:43 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:47 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


February 24, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
02/26/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

February 24, 2014

MISD Conference Room

A PUBLIC HEARING WAS HELD – 2012-2013 TEXAS ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE REPORT WAS GIVEN AT 6:00 P.M.

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on February 24, 2014, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Teresa Teaff, Lynn Hays, Kyle Doan, Bill Palmer, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Brack Jones, David Acevedo, Ernest Munoz, Adam Bloodworth, Kieth Mullins, Gayle Maxey and Angie Bloodworth.  

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes of January 30, 2014 and February 13, 2014 board meetings.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $207,985.10.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the District Improvement Plan as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to attend school on bad weather days of April 18th and May 26th to make up for cancelled days of December 6th, 2013 and February 3rd, 2014.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the waiver in lieu of missed instructional days as presented.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:05 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 8:38 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted the resignation of David Acevedo effective at the end of the year.  He has accepted a position with another school district.  Mr. Hood has also accepted the resignation of Nancy Hogan effective at the end of the school year.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Administrative Contract, through June 30th, 2016, to Angie Bloodworth and Bryan Allen.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Athletic Director/Teacher/

Coach contract, through June 30th, 2016, to Kieth Mullins.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to extend a one-year, term contract, as Cafeteria Director for the 2014-2015 school year to Bronwyn Campbell.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to offer an employment agreement to Gaylon Brnovak for the 2014-2015 school year.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to extend an 11 month, multi-year Administrative Contract, through June 30th, 2016, to Ernest Munoz and Brack Jones.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to extend an 11-month, one year, term contract, as Teacher/ Assistant Principal for 2014-2015 school year to Delbert Dearing.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to extend an 11-month, one year term contract, as Assistant Principal for 2014-2015 school year to Adam Bloodworth.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:48 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


February 26, 2014 Called Meeting Agenda
02/20/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Special Called Meeting

February 26, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Special Called Meeting held on Wednesday, February 26, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Construction Workshop with Architect and Construction Firm

 

4.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, February 21, 2014 @ 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


February 24, 2014 Regular Board Meeting Agenda
02/20/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

February 24, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Monday, February 24, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

Public Hearing at 6:00 P.M. to present TAPR (Texas Academic Performance Report)

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

District Plan for 2013-2015

 

6.

Use of Bad Weather Days to Make Up for Missed Instructional Days

 

7.

Waiver in Lieu of Missed Instructional Days 

 

8.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

9.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

District 3-3A in Football, District 6-3A in Basketball

 

B.

Set Date for March Board Meeting

 

10.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

C.

Administrative Evaluations

 

D.

Administrative Contracts for Principals, Athletic Director and Other Administrative Personnel

 

11.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, February 21, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


February 13, 2014 Called Meeting Minutes
02/14/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

February 13, 2014

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on February 13, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Lynn Hays, Bill Palmer and O. C. McKeehan.  Teresa Teaff and Kyle Doan were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Brack Jones, Ernest Munoz and Angie Bloodworth.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.

 

Open Forum –  No comments

 

The board received preliminary cost estimates for the project from the construction firm.  The board spent the rest of the meeting revising and making modifications to the drawings with the architect.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:26 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


February 13, 2014 Special Called Meeting Agenda
02/10/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Special Called Board Meeting

February 13, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Special Called Board Meeting held on Thursday, February 13, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Construction Workshop with Architect and Construction Firm

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, February 10, 2014, @ 10:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


January 30, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
01/31/2014

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

January 30, 2014

MISD Conference Room

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on January 30, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Teresa Teaff, Todd Yaddow,  Kyle Doan, Bill Palmer, Lynn Hays,  and Delbert Russell. O.C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   David Acevedo, Ernest Munoz, Brack Jones, Kieth Mullins, Adam Bloodworth,  Bryan Allen, Gaylon Brnovak, and Angie Bloodworth.   Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the December 16, 2013 regular meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $225,765.44.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the Order Authorizing the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of Merkel Independent School District Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2014; Authorizing the Amount, the Interest Rates, Price, Redemption Provisions and Terms Thereof and Certain Other Procedures and Provisions Related Thereto; and Containing Other Matters Related Thereto.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to set a $200.00 per day late charge for sub-contractors.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to call for a School Board Election on May 10, 2014 for places currently held by Bill Palmer (Place 5), Lynn Hays (Place 6) and O. C. McKeehan (Place 7).  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to enter into a joint contract for election services with Taylor County Elections Office, the City of Tye, and the City of Merkel for the May 10, 2014 elections.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 8:02 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:23 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt Campus Plans for 2013-2014 as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve Title I Compacts for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 9:27 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 11:58 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to extend the Superintendent’s present contract on a twelve month basis for 1 year beginning July 1, 2014 and ending on June 30, 2016.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against and 1 abstained.  Bill Palmer abstained from the vote.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 12: 05 a.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


January 30, 2014 Regular Meeting Agenda
01/23/2014

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

January 30, 2014

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, January 30, 2014 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Order Authorizing the Issuance, Sale and Delivery of Merkel Independent School District Unlimited Tax School Building Bonds, Series 2014; Authorizing the Amount, the Interest Rates, Price, Redemption Provisions and Terms Thereof and Certain Other Procedures and Provisions Related Thereto; and Containing Other Matters Related Thereto

 

6.

Construction Update with Architect and Construction Company

 

7.

Call for School Board Election on May 10, 2014 for Places Currently Held by Bill Palmer (Place 5), Lynn Hays (Place 6) and O.C. McKeehan (Place 7)

 

8.

Joint Resolution to Enter in to a Joint Contract for Election Services for 2014 Between Merkel ISD and City of Merkel and City of Tye

 

9.

Tye Property Proposal

 

10.

Campus  Plans and Title I Compact for 2013-2014

 

11.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

12.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

School Board Recognition Month

 

B.

Spring Sports Schedules

 

C.

Elementary, Intermediate, Middle, and Junior High District UIL Results

 

D.

Set Date for February Board Meeting

 

13.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

C.

Superintendent's Evaluation

 

D.

Superintendent's Contract

 

14.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, January 27, 2014 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


December 16, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
12/18/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

December 16, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on December 16, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, and O.C. McKeehan.  Todd Yaddow and Teresa Teaff, were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Brack Jones, Bryan Allen, Krystal Woolard, Adam Bloodworth, Bill Palmer and David Acevedo.  

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:38 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to appoint Bill Palmer to fill Place 5 vacated by Russ Holloway.  O.C.McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes from the Merkel ISD Board meetings held on November 14th and November 21st  2013.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to go with the 2 story option for the new elementary facility.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion for the new facility to be for Pre-K thru 5.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to accept the 2012-2013 Annual Financial Report as presented by Gerald Rodgers of James Rodgers and Company, PC.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $199,664.03.   O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt resolution of reimbursement to pay Andrew Hawkins $23,719.50 for architectural services rendered to date.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to amend the budget in the amount of $23,719.50.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood reported that Kyle Doan, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell, and Todd Yaddow exceeded the required board training hours for 2013-2014.  Lynn Hays exceeded the required board training hours but did not receive the Level 2 training.  Teresa Teaff met the required board training hours except for the Level 2 training. 

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to renew inter-local agreement with the 2014-2015 West Texas Food Service Cooperative with Region 17 as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt Policy Update 98 as presented.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Bill Palmer made a motion to hire James E. Rodgers and Company, PC to perform the annual financial report for  Merkel ISD for the 2013-2014 school year.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 9:15 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 9:37 p.m.

 

The board was informed by Mr. Hood that he had accepted the resignation of Krystal Woolard as elementary principal effective December 20, 2013.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to offer Krystal Woolard a 10 month, term teaching contract for the remainder of the 2013-2014 school year.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to offer Ernest Munoz an eleven month, multi-year term contract, beginning January 6, 2014 through June 30th, 2015.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Bill Palmer seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:37 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


December 16, 2013 Regular Board Meeting
12/13/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

December 16, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Monday, December 16, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Appointment to Fill Board Vacancy Position

 

3.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

4.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

Board of Trustees Report of Board Training Hours Acquired for 2013-2014

 

7.

Interlocal Agreement for the West Texas Food Service Cooperative with Region 17 ESC

 

8.

Policy Update 98, affecting (LOCAL) policies (see attached list of codes)

 

9.

Bond Sale Preview

 

10.

Construction Project Update

 

11.

Audit for 2012-2013 School Year by James Rodgers and Company, PC

 

12.

Selection of Auditor School Year 2013-2014

 

13.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

14.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Set Date For January Board Meetings

 

B.

Distribute Superintendent's Evaluation Forms

 

15.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

C.

Contract Offering for New Elementary Principal

 

16.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, December 13, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


November 21, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
11/22/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

November 21, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on November 21, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Teresa Teaff, Kyle Doan and O.C. McKeehan.   Lynn Hays and Delbert Russell were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, David Acevedo, Brack Jones, Krystal Woolard and Gayle Maxey.  Please see attached list for others present.

 

Todd Yaddow, Merkel ISD Board Vice President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the minutes from the October 22, 2013 regular board meeting.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – Todd Yaddow thanked the faculty for their hard work on the bond election.  Russ Holloway resigned as School Board Trustee effective immediately.

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $239,377.30.   O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that100% of the personnel at each campus has met the Highly Qualified criteria according to the “No Child Left Behind” qualifications.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to accept the Coca Cola proposal as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to cast 217 votes for Mike Barber for the Board of Directors for the Jones County Appraisal District.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to cast 28 votes each for Yvonne Batts, David Copeland, Cecil Davis, Ken Le Fevre, and John Stearns for the Taylor County Appraisal District Board of Directors.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the Merkel ISD Textbook Committee as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the “Data Analysis, Needs Assessment, and Improvement Plan” as drafted by the “Campus Leadership Team” and in compliance with Texas Accountability Intervention System and Texas Education Code 39.106 (b) procedures and requirements for Merkel Intermediate School and Merkel Elementary School.  These Improvement Plans are subject to quarterly review and revisions by the Campus Leadership Team and the Board adoption of the plan is subject to future necessary changes without future Board approval.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Andrew Hawkins, architect, and representatives from W. B. Kibler Construction Co. presented approximate timelines for the construction project and obtaining staff input.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to give Mr. Hood the authority to contract for a soil test and survey.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 8:09 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:21 p.m.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


November 21, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
11/18/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

November 21, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, November 21, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

6:00 P.M. - Public Hearing for Elements of the School Improvement Plan for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate


1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Discuss Timelines and Construction Update with Architect, Andrew Hawkins and W.B. Kibler Construction Company

 

6.

No Child Left Behind Highly Qualified Report

 

7.

Coca-Cola Proposal

 

8.

Jones County Appraisal District Ballot for Board of Directors

 

9.

Taylor County Appraisal District Ballot for Board of Directors

 

10.

Textbook Committee for Textbook Adoptions for 2014-2015

 

11.

Data Analysis, Needs Assessment and Improvement Plan for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate Schools for 2013-2014

 

12.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

13.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Team Building Opportunities

 

B.

Set Date for December Meeting

 

14.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

15.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, November 18, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


November 14, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
11/15/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

November 14, 2013

6:00 p.m.

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on November 14, 2013, at 6:00 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:    Russ Holloway, Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. O. C. McKeehan and Teresa Teaff were absent from the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  None

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion that the following votes were cast for the election on November 5, 2013, as follows: 

                                                                                    For                  Against

                                                Early Votes                156                  45

 

                                                Election Day              266                  193

 

                                                Total                           422                  238

for the issuance of $14,000,000.00 Bonds for the construction, renovation, acquisition and equipment of school buildings, and the levying of the tax in payment thereof.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against

Russ Holloway made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 6:07 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


November 14, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
11/08/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

November 14, 2013

6:00 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, November 14, 2013 , at 6:00 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Canvass and Certify the Results of the Bond Election held on November 5, 2013

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, November 11, 2013, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


October 22, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
10/23/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

October 22, 2013

Merkel MJHS/MMS Library

PUBLIC HEARING was held at 6:00 P.M. 

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on October 22, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, O.C. McKeehan, Lynn Hays, Russ Holloway, Teresa Teaff and Delbert Russell.  Kyle Doan was absent from the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth,  Brack Jones, David Acevedo, Gayle Maxey and Krystal Woolard.   Please see attached list for others present.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes from September 24th and October 7th 2013 board meetings. Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $391,910.47.   O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to grant adjunct faculty status for County Extension Agents.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 6:48 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 7:05 p.m.

 

Andrew Hawkins, architect, presented revised drawings of proposed PK-6 complex.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:40 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary


October 22, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
10/17/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

October 22, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel Junior High Library

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel Junior High Library, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

Public Hearing Concerning "FIRST" Rating - 6:00 p.m.

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Grant Adjunct Faculty Status for County Extension Agents

 

6.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

7.

Review Revised Construction Plans with Andrew Hawkins, Architect

 

8.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Team Building Opportunities

 

B.

TASB Legal Seminar - November 12

 

C.

Set Date for November Meeting

 

9.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

10.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, October 18, 2013, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


October 7, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
10/08/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

October 7, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on October 7, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:    Delbert Russell,  Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan, Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.

 

Open Forum – The board interviewed Waldrop Construction, The Crowe Group, and W.B. Kibler Construction Co.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to negotiate a contract between W. B. Kibler Construction Co. and Merkel ISD for Construction Manager at Risk contingent upon passage of bond election.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:32 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


October 7, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
10/02/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

October 7, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Monday, October 7, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Interviews for Construction Manager at Risk

 

4.

Selection of Construction Manager at Risk

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, October 4, 2013, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


September 24, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
09/25/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

September 24, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on September 24, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Kyle Doan, Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff and Lynn Hays.   O.C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, David Acevedo, Krystal Woolard, Brack Jones, Bryan Allen, Adam Bloodworth and Gayle Maxey.  See attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays approved the minutes of August 20th, August 26th, August 29th, 2013, and September 10th, 2013 board meetings.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  Lynn Hays wanted to thank all administration for a job well done, hearing positive things from the community about MISD

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $431,661.48.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 1 against.  Todd Yaddow voted against this motion.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to nominate Mike Barber for Jones County Appraisal District for board of directors.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to grant a local waiver for teaching the constitution as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to exempt eligible honor courses from the No Pass No Play requirement as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve requests for early graduation as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve overnight trips as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:13 p.m.

The board came out of executive session at 7:45 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:50 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________


September 24, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
09/19/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

September 24, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, September 24, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Quarterly Report

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

D.

Action on Current Billings

 

5.

Taylor County Appraisal District Nominees for Board of Director

 

6.

Jones County Appraisal District Nominees for Board of Directors

 

7.

Local Waiver for Teaching the Constitution

 

8.

Eligible Honor Courses Exempt From No Pass-No Play

 

9.

Request for Early Graduation

 

10.

Overnight Trips

 

11.

Principals' Report

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

12.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Legal Seminar -Tuesday, November 12 - ESC 9:00 - 3:30 5 hours credit

 

B.

Set Date for FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) Public Hearing

 

C.

Set Date for October Meeting

 

13.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

14.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, September 20, 2013 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


September 10, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
09/11/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

September 10, 2013

MISD Conference Room

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on September 10, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow,  Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway, and Lynn Hays.  Delbert Russell, O.C. McKeehan, and Teresa Teaff were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   Gaylon Brnovak.   Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Todd Yaddow, Merkel ISD Board Vice President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum –  No Comments

 

The board met with John Blackburn from Government Capital to discuss getting information to the public concerning the bond election and setting up public meetings. 

 

The board also met with Andrew Hawkins concerning revised drawings for Pre-K – 6 campus which includes a band hall, gym and cafeteria to accommodate Pre-K-8 grade students.

 

The board set up time lines for evaluating, interviewing and selecting a construction manager at-risk.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:08 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


September 10, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
09/06/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

September 10, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Meet With Andrew Hawkins, Architect and John Blackburn, Financial Adviser Concerning Revised Drawings and Information for Public Meetings.

 

4.

RFQ for Construction Manager Time Line

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, September 6, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 29, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
08/30/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

August 29, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on August 29, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Teresa Teaff, Delbert Russell, Russ Holloway,

Lynn Hays and Kyle Doan.  O.C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak and Angie Bloodworth

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the 2013-2014 budget at the function level with revenues of $11,893,271.00 and expenditures of $11,893,271.00.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt an ordinance to set the tax rate for 2013-2014 school year at $1.04 for Maintenance and Operations and $0.015 for Interest and Sinking for a total tax rate of $1.055.  This ordinance is in writing and passed by the board on August 29, 2013.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to increase overall budget of cafeteria, function 35 as presented. Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


August 26, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
08/27/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

August 26, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on August 26, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:    Russ Holloway, Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum –No Comments

 

Lynn Hays made an order calling a bond election to be held by the Merkel Independent School District, for the amount of 14 million dollars Making Provision for the Conduct of the Election, and Resolving Other Matters Incident and Relating to Such Election. Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to enter into an Inter-local agreement between Jones County and Merkel ISD to conduct November election.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russell Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:09 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


August 29, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
08/26/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

August 29, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, August 29, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Public Forum Concerning Budget and Tax Rate for 2013-2014

 

3.

Adoption of Budget for 2013-2014

 

4.

Adoption of Ordinance Setting Tax Rate for 2013-2014

 

5.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, August 26, 2013 at 12:00 noon

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 20, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
08/26/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

August 20, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on August 20, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Teresa Teaff, Todd Yaddow, Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell and Lynn Hays were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, and Krystal Woolard. Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and established that a quorum was present.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes of July 23, August 6, and August 13, 2013 board meetings.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments  

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $157,836.26.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to adopt budget amendments as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to enter into an agreement with Government Capital Securities as Financial Advisors for the district as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Taylor County Learning Center as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt the Teacher Appraisal Calendar for 2013-2014 as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt the Merkel ISD Student Code of Conduct for 2013-2014 as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to table Tye property proposal.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against and 1 abstained from the vote.  Teresa Teaff abstained.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


August 26, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
08/21/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

August 26, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Monday, August 26, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

An Order Calling a Bond Election to be Held by the Merkel Independent School District, Making Provision for the Conduct of the Election, and Resolving Other Matters Incident and Relating to Such Election.

 

4.

Interlocal Agreement Between Jones County and Merkel ISD to Conduct November Election

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Thursday, August 22, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 20, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
08/16/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

August 20, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, August 20, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Agreement with Government Capital Securities as Financial Adviser for the District

 

6.

Memorandum of Understanding with Taylor County Learning Center for 2013-2014

 

7.

Teacher Appraisal Calendar for 2013-2014

 

8.

Student Code of Conduct for 2013-2014

 

9.

Budget Workshop for 2013-2014

 

10.

Tye Property Proposal

 

11.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

School Board Training - Distance Learning Level I Training - Legislative Update - September 11 or September 16 - 2 hours credit 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.

 

B.

Set Date for Special Called Meeting for Calling for a Bond Election 

 

C.

Special Called Meeting to Set and Adopt Budget and Adopt Tax Rate for 2013-2014 School Year for August 29, 2013

 

D.

Set September Board Meeting Date

 

12.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

13.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, August 16, 2013, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 13, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
08/16/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

August 13, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on August 6, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:  Todd Yaddow,  Lynn Hays, Kyle Doan and Russ Holloway.  Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Delbert Russell were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Open Forum – No one spoke.

 

Josh Blackburn with Government Capital Securities discussed what he and his firm could do for the district concerning a bond election.  Discussed the financial services they offer in selling bonds and services to promote a bond election.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


August 13, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
08/08/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

August 13, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, August 13, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Presentation by John Blackburn, Government Capital Securities

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Thursday, August 8, 2013, at 10:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 6, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
08/07/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

August 6, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on August 6, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Russ Holloway, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Andrew Hawkins presented preliminary facility drawings.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to inter into a contingency contract with Andrew Hawkins.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Gaylon Brnovak held a budget workshop for the trustees.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:56 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary


August 6, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
08/01/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

August 6, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, August 6, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Meeting with Andrew Hawkins Concerning Preliminary Plans for PK-6 Facility

 

4.

Contingency Contact with Andrew Hawkins, Architect

 

5.

Budget Workshop for School Year 2013-2014

 

6.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Thursday, August 1, 2013, at 10:30 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


July 23, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
07/24/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

July 23, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on July 23, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Todd Yaddow, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays and Delbert Russell.  Russ Holloway was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, and David Acevedo.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 20, June 27th, and July 12th 2013 board meetings.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $371,947.36.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve moving $32,000.00 from function 53 to function 11 for laptop purchases.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adopt resolution of the board regarding hazardous traffic conditions as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept fuel bid from Cooper Oil Company for the amount of 14.5 cents above rack price.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to accept TASB’s Property & Casualty Insurance bid of $56,165.00 as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to increase substitute pay as presented:  Substitute pay for an aide $58.00, substitute pay for non-certified teacher $61.00, and substitute pay for a certified teacher $66.00.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:23 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 7:40 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to employee Kimberli Brackett on a 10 month, probationary teacher contract for the 2013-2014 school year.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to offer a part time employment agreement to Gayle Maxey for the 2013-2014 school year.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Betsy Stanaland on a 10 month, dual probationary, teacher/coach contract for the 2013-2014 school year.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.

 

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


July 23, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
07/18/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

July 23, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, July 23, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Preliminary Results of FIRST (Financial Integrity Ratings System of Texas) for 2011-2012

 

6.

Resolution of the Board Regarding Hazardous Traffic Conditions

 

7.

Fuel Bids

 

8.

Property & Casualty Bids

 

9.

Substitute Teacher Pay

 

10.

Contingency Contract With Andrew Hawkins, Architect

 

11.

Budget Workshop for 2013-2014 School Year

 

12.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Senior Exit Survey Results

 

B.

Set Date for August Board Meeting 

 

C.

Set Date for Public Hearing on Setting Tax Rate and Budget for 2013-2014

 

13.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

14.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Thursday, July 18, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.

 


July 12, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
07/15/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

July 12, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on July 12, 2013, at 12:00 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Teresa Teaff, Delbert Russell and Russ Holloway. 

O. C. McKeehan, Lynn Hays and Kyle Doan were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  David Acevedo

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 12:03 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he has accepted resignations from Clay Barnett, Donnie Riggan, and Katie Widener.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to employ Kyle Lovorn on an 11 month, dual probationary teacher/coach contract.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to employ Sierra Lovorn on a 10 month probationary contract.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to employ Jeana McLaughlin on a 10 month probationary teacher/coach contract. Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 12:20 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


July 12, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
07/09/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

July 12, 2013

12:00 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Friday, July 12, 2013 , at 12:00 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

1.

Head Girls' Basketball Coach

 

2.

Other Contract Offerings

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 12:00 noon

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


June 27, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
07/08/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

June 27, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on June 27, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays and O. C. McKeehan.  Teresa Teaff and Russ Holloway were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum –  Andrew Hawkins discussed needs assessment concerning Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate campuses.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he has accepted letter of resignation from Renee Waggoner.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to employ Shelbe Adkins on a 10 month dual probationary teacher/coach contract.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Caitlin Phillips on a 10 month probationary teaching contract.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to employ Denise Cope on a 10 month term teaching contract.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


June 20, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
06/25/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

June 20, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on June 20, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Lynn Hays, Todd Yaddow, Teresa Teaff,  and Kyle Doan.  Delbert Russell, O. C. McKeehan and Russ Holloway were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth and Gaylon Brnovak.

 

Todd Yaddow, Merkel ISD Board Vice President, called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes from the Merkel ISD Board meeting held on May 23, 2013.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $257,092.18.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Student/Athletic Insurance Renewal with Health Special Risk, Inc. as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the waiver for low attendance days as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the waiver for timeline for Accelerated Instruction as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt Policy Update 97 as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to terminate Inter-local Agreement between Merkel ISD and Trent ISD for transportation services.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he has accepted resignations from Mandi Mullins, Jeremy Mullins, and Cathy Malone.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Drew Barnard on a 10 1/2 month, dual probationary teacher/coach contract.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to employ Rocky Reed an 11 month dual term teacher/coach contract.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Katie Toliver on a 10 month probationary contract as school nurse.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:15 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


June 27, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
06/24/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

June 27, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Thursday, June 27, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Facility Planning and Needs Assessment

 

4.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

5.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, June 24, 2013 at 10:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


June 20, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
06/17/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

June 20, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, June 20, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Quarterly Financial Report

 

D.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Student/Athletic Insurance Renewal

 

6.

Waiver for Low Attendance Days

 

7.

Waiver for Timeline for Accelerated Instruction

 

8.

Southwest Consortium Drug Testing Results for 2012-2013

 

9.

Policy Update 97, Affecting Local Policies (see attached list)

 

10.

Interlocal Agreement Between Merkel ISD and Trent ISD for Transportation Services

 

11.

Budget Workshop for 2013-2014 School Year

 

12.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Called Meeting for June 27, 2013

 

B.

Preliminary End-of-Course, TAKS and STAAR Results for District and State

 

C.

Set July Board Meeting Date

 

13.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

14.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, June 17, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


March 28, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
05/28/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

March 28, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on March 28, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays, O.C. McKeehan, and Delbert Russell.  Kyle Doan and Teresa Teaff were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, and Krystal Woolard.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the minutes from the February 13, 2013 board meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $231,188.82.   Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to cancel the school board election for May 11, 2013.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the MISD 2013-2014 school calendar as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to ask for a waiver of three instructional days to three staff development days.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the district and campus improvement plans for the 2012-2013 school year.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Title I Compacts for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adopt Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification 2013-2014.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to accept the air conditioning bid from Bowman Air Conditioning and Heating as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to amend the budget in the amount of $115,000.00 for the replacement of 13 air conditioner units.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he has accepted resignations from Betty Carter, Bobbie Morrison, Donna Wheeler, and Kay Tipton effective at the end of the school year.  Betty Carter, Kay Tipton, and Donna Wheeler are all retiring.

 

The board went into executive session at 8:34 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 9:00 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


May 23, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
05/28/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

May 23, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on May 23, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Lynn Hays, Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Teresa Teaff,  Russ Holloway,  and O.C. McKeehan.  Kyle Doan entered the meeting at 7:00 p.m.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Gayle Maxey, Krystal Woolard, Brack Jones, Kieth Mullins and David Acevedo.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

The new board members, Todd Yaddow and Teresa Teaff were sworn in.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to leave the trustee member positions as follows:  Delbert Russell, President, Todd Yaddow, Vice President, and Kyle Doan, Secretary.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes from the Merkel ISD Board meeting held on April 25, 2013.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $199,250.10.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan entered the meeting at 7:00 p.m.

.

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the new phone system, “Pathwayz”.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to amend the budget in the amount of $53,248.30 for the new Merkel ISD phone system.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to raise the school lunch prices to meet USDA stated mandated prices as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept the annual report of the School Health Advisory Committee.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the revised Gifted and Talented Policy’s and Procedure’s for Merkel ISD as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to employ Ryan Dollar on an 11 month, dual probationary teacher/coach contract.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Amy Dollar and Tara Hackler Toombs on a 10 month probationary teaching contract.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:51 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


May 23, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
05/20/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

May 23, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, May 23, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Reorganization of School Board and Officers

 

3.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

4.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Budget Amendments

 

C.

Action on Current Billings

 

6.

Presentation by Jennifer Jones Concerning Certified Prevention Specialist

 

7.

Phone System Quote

 

8.

School Lunch Prices for 2013-2014

 

9.

School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Annual Report

 

10.

Gifted and Talented Policy and Procedure

 

11.

Initial Discussion Concerning Tye School Property

 

12.

Budget Workshop for 2013-2014

 

13.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

14.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Summer Leadership Institute - San Antonio, June 6-8

 

B.

Baccalaureate - Sunday, May 26 - 2:00 p.m. Graduation - Friday, May 31 - 7:00 p.m.

 

C.

June Board Meeting - Thursday, June 20

 

15.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Varsity Boys' Basketball Coach

 

C.

Other Contact Offerings

 

16.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  2:00 p.m. Monday, May 20, 2013

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


April 25, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
04/26/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

April 25, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on April 25, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Russ Holloway, Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow,  Kyle Doan, Teresa Teaff, and Lynn Hays.  O. C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, Bryan Allen, Gayle Maxey, Kieth Mullins, Brack Jones, Krystal Woolard, Adam Bloodworth and David Acevedo.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the March 28, 2013 board meeting.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  Rode Owen spoke on behalf of First Financial Bank of Merkel

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $214,032.86.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to enter into an Interlocal agreement with the National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve a two year extension of our depository contract with Prosperity Bank.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 1 against.  Lynn Hays opposed the motion.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to amend the budget in the amount of $23,000.00 for new security cameras as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 7:57 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:47 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to offer a one year, 11 month, term contract to Cynthia Yaddow, as a certified Librarian.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 1 abstained.  Todd Yaddow abstained from the motion.

Lynn Hays made a motion to off a one year, 10 month, term contract to Becca Doan, as a certified teacher.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 1 abstained.  Kyle Doan abstained from the motion.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to offer a one year, 10 month, probationary teaching contract to Lea Ann Palmer, Melissa Tipton, Laura Owen, and Julie Jackson.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to offer contracts for certified personnel for the 2013-2014 school year as recommended by campus principals.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he has accepted letters of resignations from Gayle Maxey, Jean Eckert and Cliff McGuire.  Gayle Maxey and Jean Eckert are retiring.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:00 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


April 25, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
04/19/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

April 25, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, April 25, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Consideration of Facility Assessment Plan

 

6.

National Cooperative Purchasing Alliance Interlocal Agreement

 

7.

Extension of Bank Depository Contract with Prosperity Bank

 

8.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

9.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Baccalaureate/Graduation

 

B.

SLI - San Antonio - June 6-8

 

C.

Banquets

 

D.

Security Camera Quote

 

E.

Telephone System Quotes

 

10.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings for Certified Personnel for 2013-2014

 

11.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, April 21, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


March 28, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
04/01/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

March 28, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on March 28, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays, O.C. McKeehan, and Delbert Russell.  Kyle Doan and Teresa Teaff were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, and Krystal Woolard.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the minutes from the February 13, 2013 board meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $231,188.82.   Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to cancel the school board election for May 11, 2013.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the MISD 2013-2014 school calendar as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to ask for a waiver of three instructional days to three staff development days.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the district and campus improvement plans for the 2012-2013 school year.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Title I Compacts for Merkel Elementary and Merkel Intermediate as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adopt Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification 2013-2014.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to accept the air conditioning bid from Bowman Air Conditioning and Heating as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to amend the budget in the amount of $115.00.00 for the replacement of 13 air conditioner units.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he has accepted resignations from Betty Carter, Bobbie Morrison, Donna Wheeler, and Kay Tipton effective at the end of the school year.  Betty Carter, Kay Tipton, and Donna Wheeler are all retiring.

 

The board went into executive session at 8:34 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 9:00 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O. C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


March 28, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
03/22/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

March 28, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, March 28, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Quarterly Financial Report

 

C.

Action on Current Billings

 

D.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Board Training

 

6.

Cancellation of School Board Election for May 11, 2013

 

7.

TEA Waiver for Staff Development Days

 

8.

School Calendar for 2013-2014

 

9.

District and Campus Improvement Plans for 2012-2013

 

10.

Title 1 Compacts for Merkel Elementary & Merkel Intermediate

 

11.

Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification for 2013-2014

 

12.

Air Conditioning Bids

 

13.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

14.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

TASB Region 14 ESC Spring Workshop - Thursday, May 16 - 5:00 -9:00 P.M.

 

B.

2013 Summer Leadership Institute - San Antonio - June 6-8

 

C.

Property Update

 

D.

Set Board Meeting Dates for April and May

 

15.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

16.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, March 25, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


February 25, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
02/28/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

February 25, 2013

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on February 25, 2013, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Teresa Teaff, Lynn Hays, Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Brack Jones, Bryan Allen, David Acevedo, Krystal Woolard, Adam Bloodworth, Kieth Mullins, Gayle Maxey and Angie Bloodworth.   Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the minutes of January 17, 2013 and January 31, 2013 board meetings.  Lynn Hays  seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $187,959.39.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Policy Update 96 as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to request proposals for air conditioning units.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 6:40 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 6:50 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve resolution authorizing the sale of a tract of land described as A0072 SUR 148 Grimes County School, tract 30, containing approximately 2.78 acres (Bus Barn).  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:22 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 10:24 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Administrative Contract, through  June 30th, 2014, to Angie Bloodworth and Bryan Allen.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to extend an 11 month, multi-year Administrative Contract, through June 30th, 2014, to David Acevedo, Krystal Woolard, and Brack Jones.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Athletic Director/Teacher/Coach contract, through June 30th, 2014, to Kieth Mullins.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to extend an 11-month, one year, term contract, as Teacher/ Assistant Principal for 2013-2014 school year to Delbert Dearing.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to extend an 11-month, one year term contract, as Assistant Principal for 2013-2014 school year to Adam Bloodworth.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to offer an employment agreement to Gaylon Brnovak for the 2013-2014 school year.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to extend a one-year, term contract, as Cafeteria Director for the 2013-2014 school year to Bronwyn Campbell.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russell Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 10:30 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


February 25, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
02/21/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

February 25, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Monday, February 25, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Policy Update 96, affecting (LOCAL) policies (see attached list of codes)

 

6.

Request for Proposals for Air Conditioning Units for March Board Meeting

 

7.

Consider Sale of District Real Property

 

8.

Preliminary Discussion Concerning Construction of Elementary School

 

9.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

10.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Set Date for March Board Meeting

 

11.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

C.

Administrative Evaluations

 

D.

Administrative Contracts for Principals, Athletic Director and Other Administrative Personnel

 

12.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, February 22, 2013, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


January 31, 2013 Regular Meeting Minutes
02/01/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

January 31, 2013

MISD Conference Room

A PUBLIC HEARING WAS HELD – AEIS REPORT WAS GIVEN AT 6:00 P.M.

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on January 31, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Teresa Teaff, Todd Yaddow,  Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays,  Delbert Russell, and O.C. McKeehan.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   David Acevedo, Krystal Woolard, Brack Jones, Kieth Mullins, Adam Bloodworth, Gayle Maxey, Bryan Allen, and Angie Bloodworth.   Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the regular meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes of the December 20, 2012 regular meeting and the January 17, 2013 called meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $406,177.79.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to call for a School Board Election on May 11, 2013 for places currently held by Todd Yaddow (Place 3) and Teresa Teaff (Place4).  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to enter into a joint contract for election services with Taylor County Elections Office, the City of Tye, and the City of Merkel for the May 11, 2013 elections.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept two early graduation requests as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Resolution of the board to suspend portions of EIA (LOCAL) for the 2012-2013 school year as presented.  This resolution declines using End-of –Course tests as 15% of a student’s final course grade.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 8:00 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 10:10 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to extend the Superintendent’s present contract on a twelve month basis for 1 year beginning July 1, 2013 and ending on June 30, 2015.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 10:20 p.m. p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


January31, 2013 Regular Meeting Agenda
01/24/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

January 31, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, January 31, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE 2011-2012 AEIS REPORT WILL BE AT 6:00 P.M.

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Call for School Board Election on May 11, 2013 for Places Currently Held by Todd Yaddow (Place 3) and Teresa Teaff (Place 4)

 

6.

Joint Resolution to Enter in to a Joint Contract for Election Services for 2013 Between Merkel ISD and City of Merkel and City of Tye

 

7.

Early Graduation Requests

 

8.

Resolution of the Board to Suspend Portions of EIA (LOCAL) for the 2012-2013 School Year Only

 

9.

Proposal to Seek Bids for Air Conditioners

 

10.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

11.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

School Board Recognition Month

 

B.

Spring Sports Calendars

 

C.

Set Date for February Board Meeting

 

12.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

C.

Superintendent's Evaluation

 

D.

Superintendent's Contract

 

13.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, January 28, 2013, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


January 17, 2013 Called Meeting Minutes
01/21/2013

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

January 17, 2013

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on January 17, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff and Delbert Russell.  O.C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, and Gerald Rodgers.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept the financial audit for the 2011-2012 school year, that was presented by Gerald Rodgers.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:13 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary


January 17, 2013 Called Meeting Agenda
01/11/2013

Merkel Independent School District

Called Board Meeting

January 17, 2013

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Thursday, January 17, 2013 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

3.

Audit for 2011-2012 School Year by James Rodgers and Company, PC

 

4.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, January 14, 2013 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


December 20, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
12/21/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

December 20, 2012

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on December 20, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Delbert Russell.  Kyle Doan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Bryan Allen, David Acevedo, Brack Jones and Adam Bloodworth.  Please see attached list for others present.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes from the November 15, 2012 regular board meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $267,883.68.   O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to retain Rodgers & Company for auditing purposes of Merkel ISD for the 2012-2013 school year.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood reported that all board members have either met or exceeded board training requirements for this year.  Lynn Hays and Teresa Teaff met or exceeded the required hours but did not receive Tier 2 training.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept the bid to remodel the football field concession stands to Mackie Construction as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The board set a called meeting for January 9th 2013, for 2011-2012 audit report.  The regular board meeting will be held on January 31, 2013 at 6:30 p.m. A public hearing for the AEIS report will be held at 6:00 p.m. on January 31, 2013.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:07 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 7:49 p.m.

 

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:52 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


December 20, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
12/14/2012

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

December 20, 2012

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, December 20, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Audit for 2011-2012 School Year by James Rodgers and Company, PC

 

3.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

4.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

5.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

Selection of Auditor for School Year 2012-2013

 

7.

Board of Trustees Report Board Training Hours Acquired for 2012-2013

 

8.

Football Concession Stand Remodeling Bid

 

9.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

10.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

District 4-AA All- District Football Selections

 

B.

Grades 2-8 District UIL Academic Meet Results

 

C.

Set Date for January Board Meeting

 

D.

Set Date for AEIS Public Hearing

 

E.

Distribute Superintendent's Evaluation Forms

 

11.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

12.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, December 17, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


November 15, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
11/16/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

November 15, 2012

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on November 15, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff and Kyle Doan.  Delbert Russell and O.C. McKeehan were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Bryan Allen, David Acevedo, and Krystal Woolard.   Please see attached list for others present.

 

Todd Yaddow, Merkel ISD Board Vice President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 16, 2012 regular board meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $316,908.01.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Superintendent Hood reported to the board that 100% of the personnel at each campus has met the Highly Qualified criteria according to “No Child Left Behind” qualifications.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the 3rd Grade Class Waiver as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

No action was taken on the concession stand remodeling bid.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


November 15, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
11/12/2012

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

November 15, 2012

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, November 15, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action on Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

No Child Left Behind Highly Qualified Report

 

6.

Class Size Waiver for One 3rd Grade Class

 

7.

Football Concession Stand Remodeling Bid

 

8.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Events

 

D.

Campus Activities

 

9.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Team Building Opportunities

 

B.

Set Date for December Board Meeting

 

10.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

11.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, November 12, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


October 16, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
10/17/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

October 16, 2012

MISD Conference Room

PUBLIC HEARING was held at 6:00 P.M. 

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on October 16, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Todd Yaddow, O.C. McKeehan, Lynn Hays, Russ Holloway, Kyle Doan, Teresa Teaff and Delbert Russell. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Brack Jones, Bryan Allen, David Acevedo, Kieth Mullins, Adam Bloodworth, and Krystal Woolard.   Please see attached list for others present.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the minutes from September 18, 2012 board meeting. Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $439,067.56.   Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to grant adjunct faculty status for County Extension Agents.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve eligible honor courses to be exempt from no pass no play as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to change the school calendar for the 2012-2013 school year as presented.  The Staff Development Day that was originally set for January 18th was moved to January 25th to coincide with the Taylor County Stock Show.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve a class size waiver with TEA for 1 4th grade class that has 23 students.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to table the football concession stand proposals.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion was tabled 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept the bid for renovation of the track from Hellas Construction as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve Policy Update 95 as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:27 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


October 16, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
10/12/2012

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

October 16, 2012

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, October 16, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

FIRST PUBLIC HEARING 6:00 p.m.

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Budget Amendments

 

C.

Action on Current Billings

 

D.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Eligible Honor Courses Exempt From No Pass - No Play

 

6.

Grant Adjunct Faculty Status for County Extension Agents

 

7.

School Calendar Change for 2012-2013 School Calendar

 

8.

Class Size Waivers

 

9.

Football Concession Stand Request for Proposals

 

10.

High School Track Renovation Bid

 

11.

Policy Update 95, Affecting (LOCAL) Policies (see attached list of codes)

 

12.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

D.

Events

 

13.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Team Building Opportunities

 

B.

TASB Legal Seminar

 

C.

Set Date for November Board Meeting

 

14.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

15.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, October 12, 2012, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


September 18, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
09/19/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

September 18, 2012

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on September 18, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Kyle Doan, Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff and O.C. McKeehan.   Lynn Hays was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, David Acevedo, Krystal Woolard, Brack Jones, Bryan Allen and Kieth Mullins.  See attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan approved the minutes of August 21st and August 30th, 2012 board meetings.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  Robin Wright spoke about her concerns and was directed to the proper personnel that could help with resolving them.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $316,154.95.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to change brokers that handle Merkel ISD investments from Raymond James to PrimeVest as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve overnight trips as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:37 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


September 18, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
09/13/2012

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

September 18, 2012

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, September 18, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Quarterly Financial Report

 

C.

Action on Current Billings

 

D.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Changing Broker - Dealers for Investment from Raymond James to PrimeVest

 

6.

Overnight Trips

 

7.

Principals' Reports

 

A.

Enrollment

 

B.

Attendance

 

C.

Campus Activities

 

8.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Track Report

 

B.

Set Date for FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) Public Hearing

 

C.

Set Date for October Meeting

 

9.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

10.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  9:00 a.m. Friday, September 14, 2012,

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 30, 2012 Called Meeting Minutes
08/31/2012

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

August 30, 2012

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on August 30, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Kyle Doan, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff, Lynn Hays and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Russ Holloway was absent from the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:   Gaylon Brnovak, and Angie Bloodworth. 

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:32 p.m.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to adopt a budget for the 2012-2013 school year at the function level with revenues of $11,604,248.00 and expenditures of 11,604,248.00.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt an ordinance to set the tax rate for 2012-2013 school year at $1.04 for Maintenance and Operations and $0.015 for Interest and Sinking for a total tax rate of $1.055.  This ordinance is in writing and passed by the board on August 30, 2012.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adopt the budget amendments as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


August 30, 3012 Called Meeting Agenda
08/27/2012

Merkel Independent School District

Called School Board Meeting

August 30, 2012

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called School Board Meeting held on Thursday, August 30, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Public Forum Concerning Budget and Tax Rate for 2012-2013

 

3.

Adoption of Budget for 2012-2013

 

4.

Adoption of Ordinance Setting Tax Rate for 2012-2013

 

5.

Budget Amendments

 

6.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Monday, August 27, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


August 21, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
08/22/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

August 21, 2012

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on August 21, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Lynn Hays, Russ Holloway and Kyle Doan.  O.C. McKeehan and Teresa Teaff were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Gayle Maxey, Krystal Woolard, Adam Bloodworth and David Acevedo.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the minutes of the July19th, 2012 meeting.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – Mr. Hood said thanks to the City of Merkel for all of the hard work they have done around the school.

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $125,815.82.   Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with the Taylor County Learning Center as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the Unemployment Compensation Proposal with TASB Risk Management Fund as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the Teacher Appraisal Calendar for 2012-2013 as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the Student Code of Conduct for 2012-2013 as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to employ Tiffany Cook on a 10 month, probationary teaching contract.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


August 21, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
08/16/2012

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

August 21, 2012

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, August 21, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action of Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Memorandum of Understanding with Taylor County Learning Center

 

6.

Merkel ISD Unemployment Compensation Renewal Proposal with TASB Risk Management Fund

 

7.

Teacher Appraisal Calendar for 2012-2013

 

8.

Student Code of Conduct for 2012-2013

 

9.

Budget Workshop for 2012-2013

 

10.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

AYP Campus and District Ratings

 

B.

Salary Schedule for 2012-2013

 

C.

Administrative Rules for Counting End-of-Course Scores

 

D.

Set Date for Special Called Meeting to Set and Adopt Budget and Adopt Tax Rate for 2012-2013 School Year

 

E.

Set September Board Meeting Date

 

11.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

12.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Friday, August 17, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________

 

 


July 19, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
07/26/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

July 19, 2012

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on July 19, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan, Kyle Doan, and Delbert Russell.  Lynn Hays was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, and Bryan Allen.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes from the June 26, 2012 board meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $254,513.42.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to accept and adopt the Property & Casualty Insurance quote from Key & Piskuran as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to employee Donnie Riggan on a 10 month, dual probationary teacher/coach contract for the 2012-2013 school year.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to employee Jennifer Richey on a 10 month,  probationary teacher contract for the 2012-2013 school year.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

 

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


July 19, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
07/12/2012

Merkel Independent School District

Regular Board Meeting

July 19, 2012

6:30 PM

AGENDA

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, July 19, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

1.

Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present

 

2.

Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting

 

3.

Open Forum/Public Comments

 

4.

Financial Update

 

A.

Discussion of Financial Update

 

B.

Action of Current Billings

 

C.

Budget Amendments

 

5.

Budget Workshop for 2012-2013 Budget

 

6.

Preliminary Results of FIRST (Financial Integrity Ratings System of Texas) for 2010-2011

 

7.

Update Policy FL (LOCAL) Student Records

 

8.

Superintendent's Report

 

A.

Property & Casualty Insurance Quote from Key & Piskuran (current provider)

 

B.

Football Field Restroom Renovation Update

 

C.

Set Date for August Board Meeting

 

D.

Set Date for Public Hearing on Setting Tax Rate and Budget for 2012-2013

 

9.

Personnel

 

A.

Resignations

 

B.

Contract Offerings

 

10.

Adjourn

 

 

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the

board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f).  Before any closed meeting is convened, the

presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on  Thursday, July 12, 2012, at 9:00 a.m.

 

For the Board of Trustees

William L. Hood         

 

__________________________________


June 26, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
06/27/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

June 26, 2012

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on June 26, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff, Lynn Hays and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Bryan Allen, David Acevedo, Kieth Mullins, Gaylon Brnovak, and Angie Bloodworth.  Please see attached list of other visitors

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the May 17, 2012 board meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $200,348.01.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the Student/Athletic Insurance renewal as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to accept the fuel bid from Cooper Oil as presented.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt FFAF (LOCAL) Policy as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt Faculty/Staff Acceptable Use of Technology & Internet Safety Policies K-6th ,  7th-12th, and Faculty as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:26 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 7:51 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to employ Gary Mabry, Katie Widener, and Kelli Naron on a 10 month, probationary teaching contract.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to employ Lacey Dearing on an 11 month term, certified counselor contract.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:55 p.m.

 

______________________________________

Board President

 

 

______________________________________

Board Secretary

 


June 26, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
06/21/2012

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
June 26, 2012
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Action of Current Billings 
    C.   Quarterly Financial Report 
    D.   Budget Amendments
5.   Student /Athletic Insurance Renewal
6.   Football Field Restroom Renovation Request for Proposals
7.   Fuel Bids
8.   Southwest Consortium Drug Testing Results for 2011-2012
9.   Policy Update 94, affecting local policies (see attached list)
10.   Acceptable Use of Technology and Internet Safety Policy - CIPA Compliance
11.   Laptop Usage Survey Results
12.   Budget Workshop for 2012-2013 School Year
13.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   Preliminary End of Course, TAKS Results for District and State 
    B.   LifeTrack Services Update 
    C.   Set July Board Meeting Date
14.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
15.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Thursday, June 21, 2012 at 2:00 p.m.


May 17, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
05/18/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

May 17, 2012

MISD Conference Room

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on May 17, 2012, at 6:30 p.m.

Members present were: Todd Yaddow, O.C. McKeehan, Teresa Teaff, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays

and Delbert Russell. Russ Holloway was absent from the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent,

was also present for the meeting.

Others Present: Gaylon Brnovak, Kay Jeter, Krystal Woolard, David Acevedo, Gayle Maxey,

and Kieth Mullins. Please see attached list for others present.

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.

The new board members Delbert Russell and Kyle Doan were sworn in.

O. C. McKeehan made a motion to nominate Delbert Russell as president, Todd Yaddow as vice

president and Kyle Doan as secretary. Lynn Hays seconded the motion. The motion carried 6

for and 0 against.

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the minutes from the April 26, 2012 regular meeting.

O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of

$202,839.27. Kyle Doan seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

Open Forum – No Comments

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the DME (LOCAL) Policy as presented. Teresa Teaff

seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

Kyle Doan made a motion to accept the (SHAC) annual report as presented. O.C. McKeehan

seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt the Motor Vehicle Use Agreement as presented. Todd

Yaddow seconded the motion. The motion carried 5 for and 1 against. O.C. McKeehan voted

against the motion.

Lynn Hays made a motion to offer Angela Head a twelve month, term counselor contract. Kyle

Doan seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

Kyle Doan made a motion to employ Robbie Hicks on a 10 month, term teaching contract. O. C.

McKeehan seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

Teresa Teaff made a motion to employ Lorelei Stenseth on a 10 month, probationary teaching

contract. Lynn Hays seconded the motion. The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

The board went into executive session at 7:26 p.m.

The board came out of executive session at 7:42 p.m.

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting. O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion. The

motion carried 6 for 0 against.

The meeting adjourned at 7:43 p.m.


May 17, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
05/14/2012

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
May 17, 2012
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, May 17, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)
1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Reorganization of School Board and Officers
3.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
4.   Open Forum/Public Comments
5.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Budget Amendments 
    C.   Action on Current Billings
6.   Policy DME (LOCAL) Professional Development Research and Publication
7.   School Health Advisory Council (SHAC) Annual Report
8.   Upgrading Football Field Restrooms
9.   Federal Audit Requirement Policy Dealing with Fringe Benefits
10.   Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Events 
    D.   Campus Activities
11.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   Summer Leadership Institute - June 14-16 - San Antonio 
    B.   Baccalaureate - Sunday, May 20 - 2:00 p.m. Graduation - Friday, May 25 - 7:00 p.m. 
    C.   Set Date for June Board Meeting
12.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
13.   Adjourn
If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Monday, May 14, 2012, at 9:00 a.m.


April 26, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
04/27/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

April 26, 2012

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on April 26, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Teresa Teaff, Lynn Hays, O.C. McKeehan, and Delbert Russell.  Kyle Doan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Kay Jeter, Brack Jones, Krystal Woolard, and Gayle Maxey.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve the minutes from the March 29, 2012 board meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum – No Comments

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $425,508.25.   O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve District and Campus Improvement Plans for the 2011-2012 school year.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to lease three north buildings of the Tye School Facilities to Region 14 ESC for their Alternative Certification Programs.  The motion carried 5 for and 1 against.  Teresa Teaff opposed the motion.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Policy Update 93, affecting local policies.  Policies FFH and FHI (LOCAL) will go into effect August 27, 2012.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to enter into an agreement with the Alliance for Women and Children Program for after- school care for the 2012-2013 school year.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to accept the Safety Audit Report that was conducted by Rod Pruitt, 

Safe & Drug Free School Consultant for Region 14 ESC.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to increase school lunch prices by $.05 cents for students and $.15 cents for adults.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

The board discussed Fringe Benefit auditing requirements.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to employee Pamela Gerhart on a 10 month, probationary teaching contract for the 2012-2013 school year.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:05 p.m.


April 26, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
04/23/2012

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
April 26, 2012
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, April 26, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Action on Current Billings 
    C.   Budget Amendments
5.   District and Campus Improvement Plans for 2011-2012
6.   Lease of Tye Buildings to ESC 14 for Alternative Certification Program
7.   Policy Update 93, Affecting Local Policies (see attached list)
8.   Alliance for Women and Children Agreement for After-School Care
9.   Safety Audit Reports
10.   School Lunch Prices for 2012-2013
11.   Stipends and Salary Increase Proposal
12.   Extra-Curricular Days
13.   Fringe Benefits Auditing Requirements
14.   Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Events 
    D.   Campus Activities
15.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   Spring District Results 
    B.   Baccalaureate/Graduation 
    C.   Banquets 
    D.   Summer Leadership Institute - San Antonio 
    E.   Date for May Board Meeting
16. Personnel 
    A. Resignations 
    B. Contract Offerings
17. Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551,
Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Monday, April 23, 2012, at 9:00 a.m.


March 29, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
03/30/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

March 29, 2012

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on March 29, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Kyle Doan, Teresa Teaff and Lynn Hays.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, Krystal Woolard, Gayle Maxey, Brack Jones and David Acevedo.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the February 16, 2012 board meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan and Teresa Teaff entered the meeting at 6:38 p.m.

 

Open Forum –  Sheila Bright addressed the board with a suggestion of how to use the alternative staff development days.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $211,638.89.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to cancel the May 12, 2012 School Board Election.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt 2012-2013 school calendar as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve TEA Waiver as presented for staff development days on the 2012-2013 school calendar.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adopt the 2011-2012 Emergency Operations Plan.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt Instructional Materials Allotment and TEKS Certification 2012-2013.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to approve early graduations requests.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt EI (LOCAL) as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt EIC (LOCAL) concerning End-of-Course Testing – Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to adopt EIC (LOCAL) concerning GPA & Class Rank.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 7:33 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:03 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he has accepted resignations from Sunny Moore, Dawn David, Katie Widener, Donna Lang, and Donna Bullock effective at the end of the 2011-2012 school year.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to offer contracts for certified personnel for the 2012-2013 school year as recommended by campus principals.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.  (See attached)

 

Lynn Hays made a motion that Rosa Lara be employed on a probationary contract for a final fourth year, under the authority of Texas Education Code 21.102© and policy DCA (LEGAL).

Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to offer a two year, twelve month administrative contract to Bryan W. Allen.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:28 p.m.


March 29, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
03/26/2012

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
March 29, 2012
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, March 29, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Quarterly Financial Report 
    C.   Action on Current Billings 
    D.   Budget Amendments
5.   Cancellation of School Board Election for May 12, 2012
6.   TEA Waiver for Staff Development Days
7.   School Calendar for 2012-2013
8.   Emergency Operations Plan
9.   Instructional Materials Allotment
10.   Early Graduate Requests
11.   Policy EIA (LOCAL) Academic Achievement - Grading/Progress Reports to Parents
12.   Policy EIC (LOCAL) Academic Achievement - Class Ranking
13.   Fringe Benefits Auditing Requirements
14.   Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Events 
    D.   Campus Activities
15.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   TASB/Region 14 ESC Spring Workshop - Thursday, May 10th 5:00 - 9:00 p.m. 
    B.   2012 Summer Leadership Institute - San Antonio - June 14-16 
    C.   Set Date for April Board Meeting
16.   Personnel 
    A. Resignations 
    B. Contract Offerings for Certified Personnel for 2012-2013 
    C. Contract Offering for Merkel High School Principal
17. Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551,
Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Monday, March 26, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.


February 16, 2012 Reglar Meeting Minutes
02/17/2012

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

February 16, 2012

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on February 16, 2012, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Teresa Teaff, Todd Yaddow,  Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays, and Delbert Russell.  O.C. McKeehan was absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Kay Jeter, David Acevedo, Krystal Woolard, Brack Jones, Kieth Mullins, Adam Bloodworth, Gayle Maxey and Angie Bloodworth.   Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the minutes of January 26, 2012 board meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  No Comments

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $194,832.81.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt Fund Balance Policy for Merkel ISD as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to designate $500,000.00 for fiscal stabilization and $750,000.00 for capital projects to include technology, transportation and air conditioning renovation program to be taken from the fund balance and placed in the committed fund balance.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Administrative Contract, through  June 30th, 2014, to Angie Bloodworth.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to extend an 11 month, multi-year Administrative Contract, through June 30th, 2014, to David Acevedo, Krystal Woolard, Brack Jones and Gayle Maxey.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to extend an 11-month, one year, term contract, as Teacher/ Assistant Principal for 2012-2013 school year to Delbert Dearing.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to extend an 11-month, one year term contract, as Assistant Principal for 2012-2013 school year to Adam Bloodworth.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to offer an employment agreement to Gaylon Brnovak for the 2012-2013 school year.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to extend a one-year, term contract, as Cafeteria Director for the 2012-2013 school year to Bronwyn Campbell.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to extend a 12 month, multi-year, Athletic Director/Teacher/Coach contract, through June 30th, 2014, to Kieth Mullins. Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:18 p.m.


February 16, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
02/13/2012

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
February 16, 2012
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, February 16, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Action on Current Billings 
    C.   Budget Amendments
5.   Fund Balance Policy
6.   Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Events 
    D.   Campus Activities
7.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   UIL Football and Basketball Realignment for 2012-2014 
    B.   Spring Sports Schedules 
    C.   Set Date for March Board Meeting
8.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings 
    C.   Administrative Evaluations 
    D.   Administrative Contracts for Principals, Athletic Director, and Other Administrative Personnel
9.   Adjourn


If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Monday, February 13, 2012 at 9:00 a.m.


January 26, 2012 Regular Meeting Minutes
01/27/2012

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

January 26, 2012

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on January 26, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff  and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, David Acevedo, Kay Jeter, Gayle Maxey, Kieth Mullins, Brack Jones, Adam Bloodworth and Krystal Woolard.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the December 15, 2011 board meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  None

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $240,796.30.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to call for a School Board Election on May 12, 2012 for places currently held by Delbert Russell (Place 1) and Kyle Doan (Place 2).  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against. 

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to enter into a joint contract for election services with Taylor County Elections Office, the City of Tye, and the City of Merkel for the May 12, 2012 elections.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to amend EIF (LOCAL) Academic Achievement:  Graduation to read Beginning with the 2012-2013 school year, students entering Grade 9 will be required to take Principles of Information Technology as a required local credit.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to adopt Local Policy Update 92 as presented.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt Parent/Student/Teacher Compact and Title I Parent Involvement Plan for 2011-2012 school year for Tye Elementary, Merkel Elementary, and Merkel Intermediate schools.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 8:00 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 10:20 p.m.

 

Mr. Hood informed the board that he had accepted the resignation effective at the end of the year for Sherry Michaels.  Mr. Hood also informed the board of the employees that had taken the “VRIP” Voluntary Resignation Incentive Program that ended on January 13, 2012 they are as follows:  Kay Jeter, Melissa Riggan, Evelyn Joan Smith, Jan Woodlock, and Allie Workman.

 

The Board went back into executive session at 10:30 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 11:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to extend the Superintendent’s contract on a twelve month basis for 1 year beginning July 1, 2012 and ending on June 30, 2014.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan  made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 11:36 p.m.


January 26, 2012 Regular Meeting Agenda
01/23/2012

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
January 26, 2012
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, January 26, 2012 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Action on Current Billings 
    C.   Budget Amendments
5.   Call for School Board Election on May 12, 2012 for Places Currently Held by Delbert Russell (Place 1) and Kyle Doan (Place 2)
6.   Joint Contract for Election Services for 2012 Between Merkel ISD and City of Merkel and City of Tye
7.   Policy EIF (LOCAL) Academic Achievement: Graduation - Local Technology Credit Requirement Beginning in 2012-2013
8.   Policy Update 92, Affecting (LOCAL) Policies (see attached list)
9.   Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Events 
    D.   Campus Activities
10.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   School Board Recognition Month 
    B.   Board Training Opportunity - Schwartz & Eichelbaum - Wednesday, February 22 ESC 14 Taylor Room - 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. or Distance Learning 
    C.   Set Date for February Board Meeting
11.   Staffing Needs and Program Changes for 2012-2013 School Year - Reduction in Force for Professional Staff
12.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings 
    C. Superintendent's Evaluation 
    D. Superintendent's Contract
13. Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551,
Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Monday, January 23,2012, 9:00 a.m.


December 15, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes
12/16/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

December 15, 2011

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on December 15, 2011, at 8:00 p.m. Members present were:   Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow,  Russ Holloway, and Kyle Doan.  Teresa Teaff, Lynn Hays, and O.C. McKeehan were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Kay Jeter, and David Acevedo.  

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 8:03 p.m.

A PUBLIC HEARING REPORT – “AEIS” was held.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the minutes from the Merkel ISD Board meeting held on November 17, 2011.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Todd Yaddow  made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $268,663.00.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Mr. Hood reported that all board members exceeded the required hours of training.  Kyle Doan exceeded the number of hours required but did not receive tier 1 and tier 2 training.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to renew inter-local agreement to participate in the 2012-2013 West Texas Food Service Cooperative.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:46 p.m.


December 15, 2011 Regular Meeting Agenda
12/09/2011

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
December 15, 2011
8:00 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room


Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, December 15, 2011 , at 8:00 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

AEIS Public Hearing - 8:00 p.m. Board Meeting to Immediately Follow
1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Quarterly Financial Report 
    C.   Budget Amendments 
    D.   Action on Current Billings
5.   Board of Trustees Report of Board Training Hours Acquired for 2011-2012
6.   Renew Interlocal Agreement to Participate in the 2012-2013 West Texas Food Service Cooperative
7.   Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Events 
    D.   Campus Activities
8.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   District 3-AA All-District Football Selection 
    B.   Elementaries, Intermediate and Middle School UIL Results 
    C.   Set Date for January Board Meeting 
    D.   Distribute Superintendent's Evaluation Forms
9.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
10.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551,
Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Friday. December 9, 2011, 2:00 p.m.


November 17, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes
11/18/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

November 17, 2011

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a Public Hearing and a regular meeting on November 17, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff  and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Public Hearing:

 

Todd Yaddow, Merkel ISD Board Vice President, called the public hearing meeting to order at 6:15 p.m.

 

No one spoke.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the public hearing meeting.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.

 

Regular Board Meeting:

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, David Acevedo, Kay Jeter, Gayle Maxey, Brack Jones, Adam Bloodworth and Krystal Woolard.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the regular board meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the minutes of the October 18, 2011 board meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the annual financial report for the year ended as of August 31, 2011.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  None

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $170,499.58.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to amend the budget to not exceed $200,000.00 to purchase two new busses.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to retain Rodgers & Company for auditing purposes of Merkel ISD for the 2011-2012 school year.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Superintendent Hood reported to the board that 100% of the personnel at each campus has met the Highly Qualified criteria according to “No Child Left Behind” qualifications. 

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to grant adjunct faculty status for the Taylor County Extension Faculty for the 2011-2012 school year that allows students to receive extra-curricular excused absences when attending 4H sponsored activities.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to accept the resolution presented for Taxing Goods in Transit.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to cast votes for the Board of Directors of the Taylor County Central Appraisal District.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to cast votes equally for the first 6 candidates as presented for the Jones County Appraisal District Board of Directors.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to accept Policy Update 91 as presented, amending FO (LOCAL) to delete number 3 under guidelines on page 2 of 3.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

The Board went into executive session at 7:40 p.m.

 

The Board came out of executive session at 8:07 p.m.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:29 p.m.


November 17, 2011 Regular Meeting Agenda
11/14/2011

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
November 17, 2011
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room


Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, November 17, 2011 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Audit for 2010-2011 School Year by James Rodgers and Company, PC
3.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Action on Current Billings 
    C.   Budget Amendments
5.   Selection of Auditor for School Year 2011-2012
6.   No Child Left Behind Highly Qualified Report
7.   Grant Adjunct Faculty Status for the Taylor County Extension Faculty for 2011-2012
8.   Resolution for Taxing Goods in Transit
9.   Resolution to Cast Votes for the Board of Directors of the Central Appraisal District of Taylor County
10.   Ballot to Elect Board of Directors 2012-2013 Jones County Appraisal District
11.   Policy Update 91, Affecting Local Policies (See Attached List)
12.   Consider Real Estate Matter Related to Disposition of Tye Elementary School Campus
13.   Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Events 
    D.   Campus Activities
14.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   Gold Performance Acknowledgements by TEA 
    B.   Set Date for December Board Meeting
15.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
16.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551,
Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Monday, November 14, 2011 at 3:25 p.m.


November 17, 2011 Regular Meeting (Public Hearing) Agenda
11/11/2011

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
November 17, 2011
6:15 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room


Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, November 17, 2011 , at 6:15 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

Public Hearing - Taxing Goods In Transit
1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Public Hearing Concerning Taxing Goods in Transit
3.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on Friday, November 11, 2011, 2:00 p.m.


October 18, 2011 Regular Meeting
10/19/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

October 18, 2011

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on October 18, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff  and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, David Acevedo, Kay Jeter, Gayle Maxey, Brack Jones, Adam Bloodworth and Krystal Woolard.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the minutes of the September 20, 2011 board meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  None

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $399,057.32. Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to approve eligible honor courses to be exempt from no pass no play as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adopt EIA (LOCAL) policy as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt a resolution nominating Kent Lefevre for position on the Board of Directors of the Taylor County Appraisal District.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to offer an early resignation incentive proposal to Merkel ISD employees that qualify.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.

The meeting adjourned at 7:20 p.m.

 

 


October 18, 2011 Regular Meeting Agenda
10/14/2011

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
October 18, 2011
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, October 18, 2011 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

"FIRST" Public Hearing 6:00 P.M.
1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings
3.   Open Forum/ Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Budget Amendments 
    C.   Action on Current Billings
5.   Eligible Honor Courses Exempt from No Pass No Play
6.   EIA (LOCAL) Academic Achievement Grading/Progress Reports to Parents
7.   Equity Center Lawsuit v. State
8.   Nomination Resolution for Position on Board of Directors of the Taylor County Appraisal District
9.   Early Resignation Incentive Proposal
10.  Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Campus Activities 
    D.   Events
11.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   Set Date for Public Hearing Concerning Taxation of Goods-in-Transit 
    B.   Set November Board Meeting 
    C.   Team Building
12.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
13.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551,
Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Friday, October 14, 2011


September 20, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes
09/21/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

September 20, 2011

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on September 20, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   Kyle Doan, Todd Yaddow, Russ Holloway, Lynn Hays, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff  and O.C. McKeehan.   Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, David Acevedo, Gayle Maxey, Krystal Woolard, Brack Jones, Kay Jeter and Adam Bloodworth

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan approved the minutes of August 16th and August 30th, 2011 board meetings.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $388,782.70.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to implement a program change to close the Tye Elementary School campus and to assign all pre-kindergarten and elementary age students in that attendance zone to the Merkel campuses.  This program change necessitates a redirection of financial resources to meet the educational needs of the students resulting in the elimination of administrative and instructional positions associated with the Tye Elementary School campus and will go in to effect with the beginning of the 2012-2013 school year.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 6 for and 1 against.  Teresa Teaff was against the motion.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve overnight trips as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to count all Fine Arts classes at MHS when figuring grade point average as presented.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion for the district to offer state graduation credit for reading.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russell Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

The meeting adjourned at 6:56 p.m.


September 20, 2011 Regular Meeting Agenda
09/16/2011

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
September 20, 2011
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, September 20, 2011 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meetings
3.   Open Forum/ Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Quarterly Financial Report 
    C.   Action of Current Billings 
    D.   Budget Amendments
5.   Program Change to Combine Tye Elementary with the Merkel Campuses Beginning with 2012-2013 School Year
6.   Overnight Trips
7.   Policy EIC (LOCAL) Academic Achievement: Class Ranking
8.   Policy EIF (LOCAL) Academic Achievement: Graduation
9.   Principals' Reports 
    A.   Enrollment 
    B.   Attendance 
    C.   Campus Activities
10.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   Nominations for Board of Directors for Jones County and Taylor County Appraisal Districts 
    B.   Set Date for FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) Public Hearing 
    C.   Set Date for October Meeting
11.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
12.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551,
Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Friday, September 16, 2011, at 9:00 a.m.


August 30, 2011 Called Meeting Minutes
08/31/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

August 30, 2011

Merkel ISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on August 30, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. in the Merkel ISD Conference Room.  Members present were:    Delbert Russell,  Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. Kyle Doan and Russ Holloway were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, and Gaylon Brnovak.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Open Forum – No one spoke at the Public Hearing over the 2011-12 Merkel ISD Budget or Tax Rate.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adopt a budget for the 2011-2012 at function level with revenues of $11,901,771.00 and expenditures of $11,901,405.00.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to adopt an ordinance to set tax rate for 2011-2012 school year at $1.04 for Maintenance and Operations and $0.015 for Interest and Sinking for a total tax rate of $1.055.  This ordinance is in writing and passed by the board on August 30, 2011.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approved proposed budget amendments as presented for 2010-2011.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 6:44 p.m.


August 30, 2011 Called Meeting Agenda
08/26/2011

Merkel Independent School District
Called Board Meeting
August 30, 2011
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room


Notice is hereby given that there will be a Called Board Meeting held on Tuesday, August 30, 2011 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Public Forum Concerning Budget and Tax Rate for 2011-2012
3.   Adoption of Budget for 2011-2012
4.   Adoption of Ordinance Setting Tax Rate for 2011-2012
5.   Budget Amendments
6.   Superintendent's Report
7.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on August 26, 2011 at 9:00 a.m.


August 16, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes
08/17/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

August 16 2011

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on August 16, 2011 at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:    Teresa Teaff, Todd Yaddow, Kyle Doan, Russ Holloway, O.C. McKeehan, Delbert Russell and Lynn Hays were present for the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, Brack Jones, Kay Jeter, David Acevedo, Gayle Maxey, Kieth Mullins, Krystal Woolard, and Adam Bloodworth.   Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. and established that a quorum was present.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the minutes of July 21, 2011 board meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  Pam Perkins addressed the board about the closure of Tye Elementary School and the Open Meetings Act

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $135,886.09.  Kyle Doan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to adopt the Merkel ISD Business Procedure Manual as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to enter in to an inter-local agreement between Merkel ISD and Trent ISD for transportation services as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt the Teacher Appraisal Calendar for 2011-2012 as presented.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adopt the resolution of the board to suspend portions of EIE (LOCAL) for the 2011-2012 school year.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to adopt the DAEP Opportunity Center Parent/Code of Conduct as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to adopt the Merkel ISD Student Code of Conduct for 2011-2012 as presented.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to employ Donna Bullock on a 10 month, probationary teaching contract for 2011-2012.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Jason Manry on a 10 month, term teaching contract for 2011-2012.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for and 0 against.

 

Kyle Doan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:35 p.m.


August 16, 2011 Regular Meeting Agenda
08/12/2011

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
August 16, 2011
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, August 16, 2011 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/ Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Action of Current Billings 
    C.   Budget Amendments
5.   Merkel ISD Business Procedures Manual for 2011-2012
6.   Interlocal Agreement Between Merkel ISD and Trent ISD for Transportation Services
7.   Teacher Appraisal Calendar for 2011-2012
8.   Recommendations for Policy EIA (LOCAL) Academic Achievement: Grading/Progress Reports to Parents, Policy EIC (LOCAL) Academic Achievement: Class Ranking and Policy EIE (LOCAL) Academic Achievement: Retention and Promotion
9.   Resolution of the Board to Suspend Portions of EIE (LOCAL) for the 2011-2012 School Year Only
10.   DAEP Opportunity Center Parent/Student Handbook
11.   Student Code of Conduct
12.   Budget Workshop for 2011-2012
13.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   TAKS Scores and Campus Ratings 
    B.   AYP Campus and District Ratings 
    C.   School Board Training 
    D.   Set Budget Workshop Date 
    E.   Set Date for Special Called Meeting to Set and Adopt Budget for 2011-2012 and Adopt Tax Rate 
    F.   Set September Board Meeting Date
14.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
15. Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551,
Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes,
actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open
Meeting Act on Friday, August 12, 2011


July 21, 2011 Regular Meeting Minutes
07/21/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

July 21, 2011

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on July 21, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:  Russ Holloway, Delbert Russell, Teresa Teaff and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting.  Lynn Hays, Kyle Doan, and O.C. McKeehan were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Gaylon Brnovak, Angie Bloodworth, David Acevedo, Krystal Woolard and Brack Jones.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve the minutes of the June 28, 2011 board meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum –  None

 

Financial update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $226,013.51. Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to amend the Merkel ISD Ag Budget in the amount of $2000.00, move from function “11” to function “36”.  Teresa Teaff seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to participate in the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Cooperative Purchasing Program.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding between Merkel ISD and Taylor County Learning Center.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Russ Holloway made a motion to approve Policy Update 90 affecting (LOCAL) policies as presented.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russ Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 4 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.


July 21, 2011 Regular Meeting Agenda
07/18/2011

Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
July 21, 2011
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Thursday, July 21, 2011 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)
1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/ Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Action of Current Billings 
    C.   Budget Amendments
5.   Budget Workshop for 2011-2012 Budget
6.   Resolution to Participate in the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts Cooperative Purchasing Program
7.   Preliminary Results of FIRST (Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) for 2009-2010
8.   Southwest Consortium Drug Testing Summary
9.   Memorandum of Understanding Between Merkel ISD and Taylor County Learning Center
10. Policy Update 90, Affecting (LOCAL) policies (see attached list of codes)
11.   Superintendent's Report 
    A.   2011 Summer School Update 
    B.   Bus Boundaries 
    C.   Set Date for Next Board Meeting
12.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
13.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on


June 28, 2011 Regular Meeting Agenda
06/29/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Regular Meeting

June 28, 2011

MISD Conference Room

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a regular meeting on June 28, 2011, at 6:30 p.m. Members present were:   O.C. McKeehan,  Delbert Russell, Todd Yaddow, Lynn Hays, and Teresa Teaff.   Russ Holloway and Kyle Doan were absent from the meeting.  Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, Gaylon Brnovak, Kay Jeter, Gayle Maxey, Kieth Mullins, Krystal Woolard and David Acevedo.  Please see attached list for other visitors.

 

Delbert Russell, Merkel ISD Board President, called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to approve the minutes of the May 19th and June 14th meetings.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Open Forum - Public discussion regarding Tye Elementary

 

Financial Update was presented by Angie Bloodworth.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve the payment of monthly bills in the amount of $198,751.19.   O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Todd Yaddow made a motion to approve Texas Student Resources for all Student/Athletic Insurance for the 2011-2012 school year.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to approve Key & Piskuran Insurance Agency as the carrier of Property and Casualty Insurance for the Merkel I.S.D. for the 2011-2012 school year.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

The board went into executive session at 7:22 p.m.

 

The board came out of executive session at 8:15 p.m.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Kenzie Tarpley on a 10 month, probationary teacher/coach contract subject to assignment.  O.C. seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to employ Dawn David on a 10 month, probationary teaching contract for the 2011-2012 school year.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to employ Katie Widener on a 10 month, probationary teaching contract for the 2011-2012 school year.  Lynn Hays seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

Lynn Hays made a motion to employ Blake Manning on a 10 ½ month, probationary  teacher/coach contract for the 2011-2012 school year.  O.C. McKeehan seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for and 0 against.

 

The regular July board meeting has been set for Thursday, 21st .

 

O.C. McKeehan made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Todd Yaddow seconded the motion.  The motion carried 5 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.


June 28, 2011 Regular Meeting Agenda
06/25/2011

 Merkel Independent School District
Regular Board Meeting
June 28, 2011
6:30 PM
AGENDA
Merkel ISD Conference Room

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Regular Board Meeting held on Tuesday, June 28, 2011 , at 6:30 PM in the Merkel ISD Conference Room, of the Merkel Independent School District, at 300 Ash Street, Merkel Texas. The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)
1.   Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
2.   Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting
3.   Open Forum/Public Comments
4.   Financial Update 
    A.   Discussion of Financial Update 
    B.   Action on Current Billings 
    C.   Budget Amendments
5.   Student/Athletic Insurance Renewal
6.   Property & Casualty Insurance Renewal
7.   SHAC (School Health Advisory Council) Annual Report
8.   Budget Workshop for 2011-2012 Budget
9.   Program Change Involving Tye and Merkel Elementary
10.   Personnel 
    A.   Resignations 
    B.   Contract Offerings
11.   Set July Board Meeting Date
12.   Adjourn

If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the
board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E or Texas Government Code section 418.183(f). Before any closed meeting is convened, the
presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the Act authorizing the closed meeting. All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting. This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meeting Act on June 25, 2011 at 9:00 AM


June 14, 2011 Called Meeting Minutes
06/15/2011

MERKEL BOARD OF EDUCATION

Minutes

Of

Called Meeting

June 14, 2011

Tye Elementary Cafeteria

 

The Merkel Board of Education met for a called meeting on June 14, 2011, at 7:00 p.m. in the Tye Elementary Cafeteria.  Members present were:    Russ Holloway, Delbert Russell, Kyle Doan, Lynn Hays, Teresa Teaff, O.C. McKeehan and Todd Yaddow were present for the meeting. Bill Hood, Superintendent, was also present for the meeting.

 

Others Present:  Angie Bloodworth, and Gayle Maxey.  Please see attached list of other visitors.

 

The meeting began at 7:00 p.m.

 

Open Forum – The public expressed their opinions and concerns over the possible merger of the Tye and Merkel Elementary campuses.

 

Teresa Teaff made a motion to adjourn the meeting.  Russell Holloway seconded the motion.  The motion carried 7 for 0 against.

 

The meeting adjourned at 8:35 p.m.


June 14, 2011 Called Meeting Agenda
06/03/2011

Merkel Independent School District

Special Called Meeting Agenda

Public Hearing

Tye Elementary Cafeteria

06/14/2011

7:00 p.m.

           

Notice is hereby given that there will be a Special Called Meeting held on Tuesday, June 14,  2011,

at 7:00 p.m.  in the Tye Elementary Cafeteria of  the Merkel Independent School District, in

Tye , Texas.  The subjects to be discussed or considered, or upon which any formal action may be taken, are as follows: (Items do not have to be taken in the same order as shown on the meeting notice.)

 

  1. Call Meeting to Order and Establish That a Quorum is Present
  2. Public Hearing to Consider Options Regarding Tye Elementary
  3. Adjourn

 

           

If during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the Board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Tex.Gov’t, Chapter 551, Subchapters D and E.  Before any closed meeting is convened, the presiding officer will publicly identify the section or sections of the ACT authoring the closed meeting.  All final votes, actions, or decisions will be taken in open meeting.  This notice was posted in compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act on  3rd day of  June  at  11:00 a.m.


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