Superintendent


Ron Haugen

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REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
August 28, 2003

 1325 W. Washington ST.
P.O. Drawer 70
Anthony, NM 88021
Phone: (505)882-6200
Introduction 1.The regular meeting of the Gadsden School Board convened in open session at 6:00 p.m. with President David Garcia presiding. This meeting was held in the Chaparral Middle School Cafeteria located on 290 E. Lisa Drive in Chaparral, New Mexico.
Roll Call Board Members present were Dr. David J. Garcia, Ms. Luz E. Vargas, Mr. Daniel L. Rollings, Mr. Fred Garza, and Ms. Maria E. Saenz.
Closed Session Mr. Rollings moved to go into Closed Session for Personnel pursuant to 10-15-1, H-2, NMSA 1978 as amended to discuss personnel actions, and for Supt. Real Property & Water Rights Pursuant to 10-15-1, H-8, NMSA 1978 as amended to discuss an elementary site. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Motion carried unanimously. The Board went into closed session at 6:02 p.m. Only matters pertaining to personnel actions and land acquisition were discussed in closed session.
Reconvened In Open Session 2. The Board reconvened in Open Session at 7:11 p.m. Mr. Rollings moved to reconvene in Open Session. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Roll Call 3. Board members present were Dr. David J. Garcia, Ms. Luz E. Vargas, Mr. Daniel L. Rollings, Mr. Fred Garza, and Ms. Maria E. Saenz. Victoria Galarza recited the pledge of allegiance. Mr. Rollings read the mission statement.
Supt.'s Report 4. Programs, Reports, and Correspondence
A. . (1) The Chaparral Middle School Choir performed for the audience and the School Board.
> (2) Supt. Haugen thanked Mr. J. D. Diggs, Ms. Muela, and Mr. Wiggs for hosting the Board meeting. Supt. Haugen thanked Mr. Sass and the entire choir for an excellent presentation. Supt. Haugen gave the Board a copy of the current enrollment. There are 13,674 students currently in the district. Supt. Haugen spoke about Senate Bill 513 and the changes that affect the capital outlay process. He spoke about the intersession staffing that will be required by each grade level. Supt. Haugen informed the Board of the call for nominations by the New Mexico School Boards Association for NMSBA officer positions. Supt. Haugen said he had received a telephone call from an employee thanking the School Board for giving teachers a 6% salary increase starting on July 1, 2003.
(2) POINTS Presentation - Ms. Huntsberger and Ms. Murin made a presentation on the POINTS Mentorship Program aimed at providing support for one, two, and three year teachers.
Board Pres. B. Board President's Report- Pres. Garcia spoke favorably about the POINTS Mentorship Program
Board Members C. Board Member--Mr. Rollings expressed his appreciation for the mentor- ship program. He thanked and praised the two new principals of the new elementary school for the work they have done in preparation for a smooth transition to their new schools. He thanked the Board for their hard work in the development of the Board goals and objectives. Ms. Vargas reported on the Board of Directors meeting that was held in Cloudcroft. Ms. Saenz spoke about the choir and how she enjoyed them.
Student Rep. D. Student Representative - None
Modification of the Agenda 5. Modification of the Agenda-Ms. Vargas moved to approve the agenda as presented. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Consent Agenda 6. Consent Agenda-Mr. Rollings moved to approve the Consent Agenda as presented. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
Open Forum 7. Open Forum-Mr. Moncreif spoke about collective bargaining
Classloads 8. Action Items
> A. Classloads - Mr. Haugen said the district will not have class overload requests to the state. The overloaded classes will be looked at on an individual basis and addressed. Ms. Nava said that the principals are working diligently in resolving the class overloads. No action needs to be taken since the situations are being adjusted.
Notice of Bond B. Notice of Bond Sale & Acceptance of Bids for Bonds-Ms. Arrieta said that $9.8 million of bonds were sold at an interest rate of 2.86%. Mr. Paul Cassidy, Financial Advisor, said that the District's bond rating has been enhanced to AA2. He said that the District is now 91.72% bonded to capacity. There will be no tax increase to taxpayers. This allows the District to apply for more state funds. He summarized the bond sale and also explained the bond resolution. He recommended to Supt. Haugen that he recommend to the Board the adoption of the bond resolution and the best interest rate bid which is from Zions First National Bank in Salt Lake City. Mr. Rollings moved to approve the resolution as presented and approve the bid award to Zions First National Bank as recommended. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
GFT Organizational Payroll Deduction Request C. GFT-Organizational Payroll Deduction Request-Supt. Haugen said that the policy procedures gives the Board the responsibility to determine which entities can come to the district and do business with the employees. There are four entities that are requesting payroll deductions. He said that GFT is requesting dues be deducted through the payroll office for GFT members. Mr. Garza moved to approve the GFT Organizational Payroll Deduction Request. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Mr. Garza, Ms. Saenz, and Dr. Garcia voted yes; Ms. Vargas and Mr. Rollings voted no. Motion carried.
Gadsden Foundation Request for Payroll Deductions D. Gadsden Foundation Request for Payroll Deductions-Supt. Haugen said that the Gadsden Foundation provides scholarships for students from both high schools and is supported by employee contributions. This foundation is requesting that contributions be deducted through payroll deductions to maintain the funds for the Gadsden Foundation. Mr. Garza moved to approve the Gadsden Foundation Request for Payroll Deductions. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. All Board members voted yes. Motion carried unanimously.
Prepaid Legal Services Request for Payroll Deductions E. Prepaid Legal Services, Inc. Request for Payroll Deductions-Supt. Haugen said that this law firm provides a variety of legal services for employees that require their services. Mr. Garza moved to approve the Prepaid Legal Services, Inc. Request for Payroll Deductions. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Mr. Garza, Ms. Saenz, and Dr. Garcia voted yes; Mr. Rollings and Ms. Vargas voted no. Motion carried
United Way Organizational Payroll Deductions Request F. United Way Organizational Payroll Deductions Request-Supt. Haugen said that the United Way funds various agencies to provide services through the county. They are requesting that contributions be deducted through payroll deductions. Mr. Garza moved to approve the United Way Organizational Payroll Deductions Request. Supt. Haugen recom- mended approval of the motion. All Board members voted yes. Motion carried unanimously.
Board Goals and Objectives G. Board Goals and Objectives-Supt. Haugen said these Board Goals and Objectives were established during the Board Retreat. Mr. Rollings moved to approve the Board Goals and Objectives that the Board established at their retreat. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Motion carried unanimously.
  8. Discussion Items
Adjourned 10. Mr. Rollings moved to adjourn the meeting. Supt. Haugen recommended approval of the motion. Motion carried unanimously. The Board adjourned the meeting at 8:25 p.m.