SEPTEMBER 28, 2023, ISSUE
NOTICE, VILLAGE OF ONTARIO RESIDENTS: THE WATER DEPARTMENT WILL BE FLUSHING WATER MAINS STARTING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 2, 2023, EARLY AM’S. COULD BE LOW PRESSURE AND/OR DISCOLORATION OF WATER. ONTARIO WATER DEPT. DAN HYATT
Custodial Position @ NOW School District: The Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton School District is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill an evening shift custodian that transitions to a day shift during the summer months. Duties include general maintenance, cleaning/sanitizing, and working with a maintenance team to ensure the school facilities are in great working order. The ideal candidate would be able to work independently, lift at least 50 lbs, have general maintenance and cleaning/sanitizing skills, ability to use simple power tools, takes pride in their work to maintain district facilities, and be able to work as an effective team member. Starting pay is $14.00/hour and the employee will work 40 hours/week. Full-time district employees will be offered full Health Benefits, Long-Term Disability, WRS Retirement, and a set number of sick/vacation days per year.
If interested, please fill out the employment application found on our district webpage (www.now.k12.wi.us) and return it to Mr. Travis Anderson, District Administrator, via email (tanderson@now.k12.wi.us) or mail (28861 State Hwy 131 P.O. Box 130, Ontario, WI 54651). Vacancy will be posted until filled.
Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
May 15, 2023
Brookwood Jr. & Sr. High School LMC
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by President Justin Arndt at 7:06 p.m.
II. Pledge of Allegiance
Board President Justin Arndt led those in attendance in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call
Board members present were Mr. Arndt, Mr. Bauman, Mrs. Radke, and Mrs. Keith. Mr. Muellenberg was absent. Administration present was Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Funk, and Mrs. McKittrick. There were three Community members present and Mrs. Lisa Voisin from Baird Financial was also present. Representation from the County-Line was in attendance.
IV. Legal Meeting Determination
Motion to approve this as a legal meeting with proper notice was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mr. Kevin Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
V. Approval of the Agenda
Motion to approve the agenda as presented, while making the recommendation to move agenda items J and K to the beginning of the New Business portion of the meeting, was made by Mr. Bauman, seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
VI. Approval of the Minutes
Motion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 15, 2023 and the Special Meeting on May 10, 2023 was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
VII. Board Reorganization
A. Election of Board Officers
Motion for no change to Board Officer positions was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Set Regular Meeting Time
Motion to set the regular meeting date and time for second Monday following the first Friday of the month at 7:00pm was made by Mr. Bauman, seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
C. Approve Official School District Newspaper
Motion to approve the County Line as the official school district newspaper was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
VIII. Reports
A. District Administrator’s Report
Mr. Anderson’s report covered:
• Referendum facility design meetings and updates
• Summer Maintenance updates to include: re-sealing of all gym floors, general cleaning & waxing of all classroom and hallway floors, various painting projects, mowing, and general maintenance items addressed over the summer months
• Reported on Staff/Teacher Appreciation week and Back-to-School Planning
• Mr. Anderson thanked the entire staff at N-O-W for their work throughout the 2022-2023 school year as well as thanking the Falcon Foundation PTA for their support during Staff/Teacher Appreciation Week
• Mr. Anderson congratulated Chad Ottum on being selected as the 2022-2023 N-O-W Staff Member of the Year
• Reported on upcoming summer technology maintenance items and thanked the Technology team for their work over the summer.
• Mr. Anderson thanked Rachel Pasch and Sarah Watters on their outstanding work throughout the DPI required Pupil Count audit.
• Mr. Anderson thanked Oakdale Electric for the tree donation.
• Safety Assessment was conducted by the Monroe County Sheriff’s Department on April 26th and everything checked out well.
B. Business Agent’s Financial Reports
1. Vouchers Payable
Motion to approve electronic fund transfers #2902 through #2925 in the amount of $575,902.52, ACH payments #222300263 through #222300307 in the amount of $64,303.80, and written checks #43194 through #443264 in the amount of $66,460.18, for a voucher total of $706,666.50 was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
2. District Receipts and Disbursements
Mr. Mack’s report covered on:
• Vouchers paid in past month
• Revenues for month of April
• Cash Flow Report and bank account balances
3. Cash Flow Report
Mr. Mack’s report described a cash flow situation where after the district vouchers approved at this meeting the district would have $362,912.32 in the Bank of Ontario, $210,717.43 in Ergo Bank/Wilton, $208,725.45 in the Bank of Cashton, and $817,121.53 at American Deposit Management.
C. Elementary Principal’s Report
Mrs. McKittrick reported on upcoming summer school, gave progress updates on Board Goals, shared information on Heritage Fair projects, Earth Day poem celebration, a student accomplishment in Noetic Learning Math Contest, STEM days activities, a family dance sponsored by the Falcons Foundation PTA, and a Community Night that was held at N-O-W. Mrs. McKittrick thanked our staff for the tremendous student learning throughout the year.
D. Jr/Sr High School Principal’s Report
Mrs. Funk’s report highlighted the upcoming Graduation Ceremony, Senior Parade, and Baccalaureate for the class of 2023. Mrs. Funk also highlighted details from Senior Awards Night, a student named as a WIAA Scholar Athlete, and Prom. Mrs. Funk thanked the Falcon Foundation PTA for supporting Teacher/Staff Appreciation Week.
E. Athletic Director’s Report
Mr. Clinton’s report updated the Board on fall, winter, and spring athletic scheduling, including both Jr. & Sr. High athletics, as well as congratulating a student-athlete for being the 7th Brookwood student to receive the WIAA Scholar-Athlete Award. Mr. Clinton also noted the date of Homecoming for the 2023-2024 school year.
IX. Public Comments
Mrs. Dianna Friske thanked the Falcon Foundation PTA and school administration on a great Staff/Teacher Appreciation Week.
Mrs. Candy Skala thanked the Falcon Foundation PTA for putting on the Touch-A-Truck Event and commented on what a nice tribute it was in memory of Mrs. Katie Wallace.
X. New Business
A. Approve Summer Bus Driving Contracts
Mr. Anderson listed the summer school bus drivers and their contractual details.
Motion to approve the Summer Bus Driving Contracts for Lee Stenerson, Michael Luethe, Robert Ross, and Charlie Neuman as presented was made by Mr. Kevin Bauman, seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Approve Summer School Teaching Contracts
Mr. Anderson listed the summer school teachers and their contractual details. Motion to approve the Summer School Teaching Contracts as presented for Gabrielle Nevismal, Tracy Clark, Inthava Teynor, Debra Green, Jeanine Brieske, Manda Yzenga, and Jeannine Grant-Ottum was made by Mrs. Radke and seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
C. Approve Summer School Driver’s Education School Teaching Contract – Lisa Stoikes
Motion to approve the Summer School Driver’s Education Teaching Contract for Mrs. Lisa Stoikes, was made by Mr. Bauman and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
D. Discussion and Possible Action on 2023-2024 Nursing Contract
Mr. Anderson informed the board of the details of the 2023-2024 Nursing Contracted Services offered by Scenic Bluffs Health Center in Cashton, WI. Mr. Anderson gave comparable options for nursing contracted services. Motion to approve the 2023-2024 Nursing Contract with Scenic Bluffs as presented for a total of $95,506 as presented was made by Mr. Bauman, and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
E. Discussion and Possible Action on Alternate Open Enrollment Requests
Mr. Anderson reported that there were eleven open enrollment out applications and eight open enrollment in applications needing approval. It was also reported that there would be four applications needing to be denied due to caseload capacities in the Special Education department. Motion was made by Mr. Bauman to approve all alternate open enrollment applications as presented, and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
F. Discussion and Possible Action on School Bus Purchase
Mr. Anderson reported that the district need to purchase a new school bus and the ability to obtain a school bus can be difficult due to extended lead times to purchase a school bus at the present time due to labor and parts shortages. ESSER funds have been qualified to purchase the school bus. Mr. Anderson reported the cost of the bus that could be purchased from Mid-States Truck Service is $118,179.50 and that we have been informed that the bus will be on-site before the start of the 2023-2024 school year. Motion to approve the school bus purchase from Mid-States Truck Service for $118,179.50 as presented was made by Mrs. Radke, and seconded by Mrs. Keith to approve the purchase of a school bus.
G. Discussion and Possible Action on Sick Leave Bank Request
Mr. Anderson reported that a staff member requested ten days from the District Sick Leave Bank due to a health concern limiting the district employee from returning to work. Mr. Anderson presented the number of days left in the bank. Motion was made to approve ten sick days to the named employee by Mr. Bauman, and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion 3-0 with Mrs. Radke abstaining.
H. Discussion and Possible Action on Elementary Reading Series Purchase
Mrs. McKittrick reported on the process of selecting a new Elementary School Reading Series and commended the staff for their outstanding work throughout the entire process. Mrs. McKittrick gave a detailed summary of the entire program. Mrs. Radke questioned if the new Reading Series benefited all students across all elementary grades. Mrs. McKittrick and Mrs. Keith described the details of the program in greater depth for clarification. Motion was made to purchase the Amplify Reading Series for $167,840 as presented by Mr. Bauman, and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
I. Discussion and Possible Action on FEMA Grant Management Contract
Mr. Anderson explained a change in FEMA grant regulations requiring a contract for grant management and that the district can now be reimbursed for grant management funds of the FEMA grant the district has been awarded. The total amount of grant management fees will now be a reimbursable lump sum of $37,000. Motion to approve the FEMA Grant Management Contract as presented was made by Mrs. Radke, and seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
J. Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of $24,900,000 Bond Anticipation Notes Pursuant to Section 67.12(1)(b) Wisconsin Statutes
Mrs. Lisa Voisin from Baird Financial presented the legal resolution the district needed to adopt to fulfill all federal and state tax requirements for the sale of the referendum BANS pursuant to section 67.12(1)(b) of Wisconsin Statutes. Motion was made to approve the resolution authorizing the issuance and sale of $24,900,000 Bond Anticipation Notes Pursuant to Section 67.12(1)(b) as presented by Mr. Bauman, and seconded by Mrs. Radke.
K. Resolution Authorizing the Issuance and Establishing Parameters for the Sale Not to Exceed $24,900,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds
Mrs. Lisa Voisin from Baird Financial presented the legal resolution to authorize the long-term borrowing and proceeds from the borrowing. Mrs. Lisa Voisin explained the importance of a strong bond rating to achieve a lower repayment interest rate. Motion to adopt the resolution authorizing the issuance and establishing parameters for the sale not to exceed $24,900,000 general obligation refunding bonds as presented was made by Mrs. Radke, and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
XI. Closed Session
Motion was made at 7:59 p.m. to move into closed session under Section 19.85(1)(c) Stats., for discussion and possible action on compensation options for professional, support staff, and co-curricular employees for the 2023-2024 school year and to discuss referendum contracts with TSP Architects/Engineers and Market & Johnson General Contracting by Mr. Bauman, and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Roll Call Vote: Mr. Bauman-yes, Mrs. Keith-yes, Mrs. Radke-yes, Mr. Arndt-yes, Mr. Muellenberg-absent.
XII. Reconvene to Open Session
Motion to reconvene to open session was made by Mr. Bauman, and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion Passed Unanimously.
XIII. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 10:28 p.m. was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton School District
Minutes of the Special Meeting
of the Board of Education
May 10, 2023 @ 5:45 P.M.
Brookwood Jr. & Sr. High School LMC
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by President Justin Arndt at 5:49 p.m.
II. Pledge of Allegiance
Mr. Arndt led those in attendance in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call
Board members present were Mr. Arndt, Mr. Bauman, Mrs. Radke, Mrs. Keith, and Mr. Muellenberg. Administration present was Mr. Anderson and Mr. Mack.
IV. Legal Meeting Determination
Motion to approve this as a legal meeting with proper notice was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
V. Approval of the Agenda
Motion to approve the agenda as presented was made by Mr. Bauman, seconded by Mr. Muellenberg. Motion passed unanimously.
VI. Purpose of the Special Meeting
A. Discussion and Possible Action on Open Enrollment Application
Mr. Anderson shared with the board one request for open enrollment into the district. Motion to approve the open enrollment application request as presented was made by Mrs. Keith, seconded by Mr. Muellenberg. Motion passed unanimously.
VII. Closed Session
The Board may move into closed session under Section 19.85 (1)(c) Stats., to discuss referendum contracted services with TSP Architects and Engineers and Market & Johnson General Contracting. Motion was made to move into closed session by Mr. Bauman, seconded by Mrs. Radke. Roll call Vote: Mr. Bauman – Yes, Mr. Arndt – Yes, Mr. Muellenberg – Yes, Mrs. Radke – Yes, Mrs. Keith – Yes.
VIII. Reconvene to Open Session
Motion to reconvene into open session was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
IX. Motion to adjourn at 6:55 p.m. was made by Mr. Bauman, seconded by Mr. Muellenberg. Motion passed unanimously.
Matthew Muellenberg, Clerk
Norwalk-Ontario-Wilton School District
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
of the Board of Education
June 12, 2023
Brookwood Jr. & Sr. High School LMC
I. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order by President Justin Arndt at 7:01 p.m.
II. Pledge of Allegiance
Board President Justin Arndt led those in attendance in reciting the Pledge of Allegiance
III. Roll Call
Board members present were Mr. Arndt, Mr. Bauman, Mrs. Radke, Mr. Muellenberg, and Mrs. Keith. Administration present was Mr. Anderson, Mrs. Funk, Mrs. McKittrick, and Mr. Mack. There were three community members present.
IV. Legal Meeting Determination
Motion to approve this as a legal meeting with proper notice was made by Mr. Muellenberg, seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
V. Approval of the Agenda
Motion to approve the agenda as presented with the removal of item I (Discussion and Possible Action on Education for Employment Textbook Purchase) was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
VI. Approval of the Minutes
Motion to approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of May 15, 2023 and the special meetings of May 22, 2023 was made by Mr. Bauman, seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
VII. Reports
A. District Administrator’s Report
Mr. Anderson updated the Board on the following:
• Maintenance update, including refinishing gym floors, waxing all other floors, painting, and fire extinguisher and kitchen equipment inspection for proper operation.
• A thank you to summer school bus drivers and the July arrival of our new school bus.
• A thank you to the entire tech team for ensure devices are cleaned, updated, repaired, and ready for student learning.
• Upcoming district Financial Audit conducted by Hawkins-Ash and referendum financing update.
• Staffing update, including a thank you to Mr. Travis Taylor and Mrs. Angela Funk for their years of service to the district and well wishes for them in the future, Jr./Sr. High School Principal interview schedule, and list of open school positions.
• N-O-W receiving an anonymous donation of $4,000 to the Music Department.
B. Business Agent’s Financial Reports
1. Vouchers Payable
Motion to approve electronic fund transfers #2926 through #2950 in the amount of $547,996.36, ACH payments #222300308 through #222300322 in the amount of $49,763.42 and written checks #43194 through #43264 in the amount of $88,278.63, for a voucher total of $686,008.41 was made by Mr. Muellenberg, seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
2. District Receipts and Disbursements
Mr. Mack’s report covered on:
• Vouchers paid in past month
• Revenues for month of May
• Cash Flow Report and bank account balances
3. Cash Flow Report
Mr. Mack’s report described a cash flow situation where after the district vouchers approved at this meeting the district would have $275,031.35 in the Bank of Ontario, $210,717.43 in Ergo Bank of Wilton, $208,938.67 in the Bank of Cashton, and $1,220,922.59 at American Deposit Management.
C. Elementary Principal’s Report
Mrs. McKittrick’s report updated the Board on summer school participation numbers, SMART program through UW-La Crosse, a thank you to Marissa Buchholz for a wonderful job to end the school year keep the Facebook feed current, Board Goal Progress, and Achievement Gap Reduction performance update.
D. Jr/Sr High School Principal’s Report
Mrs. Funk’s report updated the Board on graduation and last day of school, BHS mission, vision, and collective commitment statements being finalized by staff, start of summer school, Ms. Jasmine Van Sluys receipt of the Frand M. Gritter New Teacher Award, Students of the year, and various other student and teacher successes.
E. Activities Director’s Report
Mr. Anderson reported on fall, winter, and spring athletic scheduling, including both Jr. & Sr. High athletics, Spring athletics team and individual accomplishments, and All Conference Selections for spring sports.
VIII. Public Comments
There were no public comments.
IX. New Business
A. Approve Speech & Language Teaching Contract – Morgan Hyatt – Salter
Motion to approve the Speech & Language Teaching Contract for Morgan Hyatt – Salter was made by Mr. Muellenberg and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
B. Approve Resignation of District Transportation Director – Travis Taylor
Motion to approve the Resignation of District Transportation Director – Travis Taylor was made by Mr. Bauman and seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
C. Approve Resignation of ESL Teacher – Kristin Anderson
Motion to approve the Resignation of ESL Teacher – Kristin Anderson was made by Mrs. Radke and seconded by Mr. Bauman. Motion passed unanimously.
D. Approve Resignation of 7th-8th Grade English Teacher – Melissa Holen
Motion to approve the Resignation of 7th-8th Grade English Teacher – Melissa Holen was made by Mr. Muellenberg and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
E. Discussion and Possible Action on Overnight HS Boys’ Track Team Event
Mr. Anderson shared that the HS Boys 4×800 relay team had qualified to compete at the National Nike Meet to be held in Oregon on June 17th. All costs associated with the event will be covered by athletes and their families and there would be no cost to the district for attending the event. Motion to approve the overnight HS Boys’ Track Team Event was made by Mrs. Radke and seconded by Mr. Muellenberg. Motion passed unanimously.
F. Discussion and Possible Action on Skyward Technology Service Agreement Renewal
Mr. Anderson shared the Skyward contract renewal for the 2023-2024 school year and it’s increase of $1,680 for the same services as previous contract. Motion to approve the Skyward Technology Service Agreement renewal for $38,640 as presented for the 2023-2024 school year was made by Mr. Bauman and seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
G. Discussion and Possible Action on 2023-2024 Jr./Sr. HS Student Handbook
Mrs. Funk shared the needed updates to the 2023-2024 Jr./Sr. HS Student Handbook. Motion to approve the 2023-2024 Jr./Sr. HS Student Handbook was made by Mrs. Radke and seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
H. Discussion and Possible Action on Trades Math Course Textbook Purchase
Mrs. Funk shared the need for new Trades Math Course Textbooks and that the cost would be covered by ESSER funds. Motion to approve the Trades Math Textbook purchase as presented for $1,629.78 was made by Mr. Bauman and seconded by Mr. Muellenberg. Motion passed unanimously.
I. Discussion and Possible Action on Education for Employment Textbook Purchase
Item removed from the agenda.
J. Discussion and Possible Action on 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments
Mr. Mack shared the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments needed. Motion to approve the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Budget Adjustments as presented was made by Mr. Muellenberg and seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
X. Closed Session
The Board may move into closed session under Section 19.85 (1)(c) Stats., for discussion and possible action on a district employee compensation package and referendum contract with Market & Johnson General Contracting. Motion was made to move into closed session by Mr. Bauman, seconded by Mrs. Keith. Roll call Vote: Mr. Bauman – Yes, Mr. Arndt – Yes, Mr. Muellenberg – Yes, Mrs. Radke – Yes, Mrs. Keith – Yes.
XI. Reconvene to Open Session
Motion to reconvene into open session was made by Mrs. Radke, seconded by Mrs. Keith. Motion passed unanimously.
Motion to approve the contract with Market & Johnson for 2.25% of the project construction costs as presented was made by Mr. Bauman, seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
XII. Adjourn
Motion to adjourn at 9:46 p.m. was made by Mrs. Keith, seconded by Mrs. Radke. Motion passed unanimously.
