WEST END PUBLIC SCHOOLS, DISTRICT RE-2
Tuesday, April 15, 2014
Nucla High School
225 W. 4th Ave
Nucla, CO 81424
7:00 p.m. – REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Minutes
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER AT 7:05 p.m.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Board Members:
William Lobato, President; Patty Morgan, Secretary; John Reams, Treasurer; and Freddie Smith,
Member
Administration Present:
Bob Conder, Interim Superintendent; Stephen Bollinger, Naturita Elementary and Middle School
Principal; Charlene Stevenson, Nucla High School Administrator; Shari Nelson, District Administrative
Assistant; and Deana Williams, Business Manager.
APPROVE AGENDA
It was moved by Patty Morgan second by John Reams to approve the agenda.
Roll call as follows: William Lobato, aye; Patty Morgan, aye; John Reams, aye; Freddie Smith,
aye. Motion carried
ELECT VICE PRESIDENT
It was moved by John Reams second by Patty Morgan to elect Freddie Smith
as vice president.
Roll call as follows: William Lobato, aye; Patty Morgan, aye; John Reams, aye. Motion carried
BOARD VACANCY INTERVIEWS
Colleen Preston and Len Spina turned in letters by the deadline.
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Shari Nelson asked if Colleen Preston and Len Spina are present. Mr. Spina said he was present. It was
determined that Ms. Preston was not present after Shari repeated 3 different times if Coleen Preston was
present.
The board began Len Spina’s interview.
William Lobato said that he was very impressed with Mr. Spina’s experience. Mr. Spina is a retired
electrical engineer and has school board experience as a member, clerk, and president. John Reams
asked if Mr. Spina had any hobbies? Mr. Spina said he was a pilot and builds model airplanes.
It was moved by John Reams second by Patty Morgan to accept Len Spina’s request to become a school
board member.
Roll call as follows: William Lobato, aye; Patty Morgan, aye; John Reams, aye; Freddie Smith,
aye. Motion carried
OATH OF OFFICE
William Lobato administered the Oath of Office
Len Spina took his seat as a member of the board.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Patty Morgan and second by Freddie Smith to approve the minutes from
A. Approve the March 18, 2014 Regular Meeting Minutes
B. Approve the March 20, 2014 Special Meeting Minutes
Roll call as follows: William Lobato, aye; Patty Morgan, aye; John Reams, aye; Freddie Smith,
aye; and Len Spina, abstained. Motion carried
WEST END CELEBRATIONS AND CONGRATULATIONS
Stephen Bollinger congratulated Charlene Stevenson for all the work she did to get all the testing
completed.
Charlene Stevenson thanked Mr. Conder for what he has done. It has been a pleasure working with him
during this transition time. Mrs. Stevenson is now administering the CMAS (online state testing) at the
Naturita campus. There was some problems on Monday getting the testing to run, she appreciated the
seventh grade class’s patience as they worked on those computer issues.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
1. Carolyn Burbridge – West End School Librarian
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Carolyn asked the board as they begin to plan for next year’s staff needs that they consider hiring a
librarian for the high school campus again. This year the high school library is not being used to its
full potential. She reported how many books have been sent and received through the interlibrary loan
program. William Lobato thanked Mrs. Burbridge for sharing her information about the high school
library.
2. Rimrock Historical Society
Dallas Holmes and Sharon Johannsen asked the board if the district would donate the flag pole at the
Nucla Grade School campus to the historical society. They are building a museum at the camp ground
in Uravan. It was donated by Umetco Minerals in 1991 to the Nucla Grade School. The flag pole is
one of the few things that remain from Uravan. The board agreed to add item L to the agenda.
L. Approve to donate the flag pole at the Nucla Grade School to the Rimrock Historical Society.
3. Paula Riddle – High School football parent
Paula Riddle spoke in favor of joining Norwood’s football program.
INFORMATION ITEMS
1. Revenue/Expense Reports – Deana Williams
Deana Williams had nothing to add to her report. The board did not have any questions.
2. Survey Results – Charlene Stevenson
Charlene Stevenson reported to the board the results of the high school student surveys. The survey had
36 questions. They will be able to identify top issues. Mr. Conder told the board that the results show
that the students are not blaming the teachers.
REPORTS
1. DAC – David Johnson
At the last DAC meeting they discussed the list of repairs for the Best Grant application. With
enrollment numbers dropping they need to evaluate what needs to be done and what should be delayed.
There was discussion when do we look at moving to one building. Bob Conder said that during the DAC
meeting it was discussed that the best campus to consolidate to would be the high school campus, but
then you need to address the deficiencies with the buildings. There is not an easy solution.
David Johnson said that the steps between the stone building and main building need to be repaired.
They will work on getting those repaired. They completed the Naturita playground repairs /
improvements. David Johnson asked Mr. Bollinger about the status of the gym roof repairs.
Under the advice of Scott we are negotiating with CSDSIP to settle the gym roof claim. I was working
with Cecelia Olmos who unexpectedly left CSDSIP. We are starting again with the new agent. I have
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had one conversation with her, with the only thing being accomplished was me explaining to her why
we had a problem with their offer. She said she would get back to me, a week and a half ago. We
have 2 problems with their offer 1: They said it would only take $57,000 to completely fix the gym
roof, which our roofer doesn't believe is accurate. 2: That they are willing to pay only 1/3 of the total
cost, which they believe, is a good faith offer since they aren't even sure they are liable for any of it.
DAC recommends that the board goes with Mr. Conder’s 2014/15 school year calendar
recommendation that he proposed at the work session.
2. West End Wrestling Club
Arthur Connelly gave the board packets showing that they have completed the needed information to be
classified as a nonprofit organization. Sam Sickels said that the art contest ends on Thursday and they
will order the new mat on Monday. Sam Sickels told the board that high school wrestling numbers are
going to be down again next year. They want to do what’s best for kids. Sam Sickels recommend that
the high school coops with Norwood for wrestling next year. The Norwood middle school numbers are
going to be low next year, so they will travel to Nucla for middle school wrestling. Freddie Smith
asked what would happen if Nucla’s numbers go up and Norwood’s go down? Sam Sickels said that
Norwood would then come down to Nucla. They addressed this at the combined meeting they had with
Norwood’s wrestling coaches.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Bob Conder reported that he has received all interview forms from the high school staff. #1 common
problem is lack of discipline, #2 communication problems throughout the district, and #3 lack of student
responsibility. The school calendar was addressed in the work session before tonight’s meeting. Mr.
Conder recommended the West End Schools stay with the same type of calendar as this year. We then
form a committee with Norwood’s school district that meets monthly to discuss having the same school
calendars and other areas that the two districts can possibly share resources. They will then make a
recommendation at the January 2015 board meeting.
PRINCIPALS’ REPORTS
Stephen Bollinger thanked all the volunteers for their hard work on our playground. David Johnson,
Tony Laboto, Freddie Smith, Sam Sickels, Brian Littlejohn, Dillon Fencing, Shelly Karo, and anyone
else I may have forgot thank you very much. They updated the wall ball court, the tetherball, the fence,
and soon to come the gazebo make a great difference in the attitude of everyone there. Our students are
happier, and get more exercise, which leads to a better classroom environment.
TCAP is finished, and we are now starting CMAS. This is the online portion of state testing.
UNC teachers fair was a success. I did around 40 interviews in two days.
Mr. Bollinger then continued the discussion that was started in the work session about the high school
football team joining the 6 man league or possibly canceling football at Nucla High School. He
reminded the board that if they want him to apply to join the 6 man league he needs to attend the
meeting in Denver on Thursday. William Lobato spoke in favor of joining the 6 man league, he does
not want to cancel Nucla High School football. Bob Conder reminded the board that there would be an
increase in travel expenses if the board chose to join the 6 man league. Patty Morgan does not want to
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see the football program canceled at Nucla High School, but understands that there will not be enough
boys participating next year to have an 8 man team. There was more discussion with the audience, most
comments were in favor of letting our football players play with Norwood next year.
John Reams asked the board should we add two action items to the agenda to address the wrestling and
football programs at Nucla High School? The board agreed to add two action items.
M. Approve to coop high school wrestling programs with Norwood High School.
N. Approve to cancel Nucla High School’s football program for 2 years.
BUILDING REPORTS
None
COMMUNICATION ITEMS FROM BOARD MEMBERS
1. Montrose County Barrier Loan – William Lobato
William Lobato report to the board that Montrose County has agreed to loan Nucla High School jersey
Barriers for 100 year to use around the high school football field for safety and erosion problems.
They will be place on the south, north, and east sides of the field. The outside will painted with
motivational quotes and the inside will have the team names on each end zone and then business or
individuals can purchase a space and those funds will go back to the school. They will need volunteers
to help with the project this summer.
2. Nucla High School Sound System – William Lobato
The board was given in their board packets a quote for a new sound system for the high school gym. All
of the funds to purchase the system would be paid by the booster club. They have been able to raise
enough funds for the donation from Naturita Sales penny a gallon program.
OPPORTUNITY FOR BLANKET MOTION
It was moved by Patty Morgan second by John Reams to blanket
A. Approve Bills for March 2014 and Preliminary Bills for April 2014.
B. Approve 2014-2015 SY Calendar / with possible revision needed at a later date.
C. Ratify the acceptance of Thomas Taucher’s Resignation Agreement and Mutual Release of
Claims dated March 27, 2014.
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D. Approve revised Substitute List for 2013-14SY.
E. Review Policy GCB-E-2 Notice of Assignment.
F. Approve Revised Fringe Benefit Policy, GCBD/GDBD.
G. Approve Revised Graduation Requirements Policy, IKF #1.
H. Approve to Advertise Superintendent Position.
I.
Ratify hiring of LeaAnn Staats as a substitute cook and custodian for 2013-14sy.
J. Approve by resolution to Authorize William Lobato, John Reams, Shari Nelson, and Deana
Williams as signers of safe deposit box at Citizen’s State Bank.
K. Approve to pay Computer Information Concepts (student data system) Invoice. ($5,194.00).
L. Approve to donate the flag pole at the Nucla Grade School to Rimrock Historical Society.
M. Approve to coop High School Wrestling with Norwood School District for 2014-15.
N. Approve to cancel the High School Football Program for 2 years.
Roll call as follows: William Lobato, aye; Patty Morgan, aye; John Reams, aye; Freddie Smith,
aye; and Len Spina, abstained. Motion carried
DISCUSSION
1. PVCS Contract – Set Date for Contract Work Session
The board discussed how much time will be needed. Bob Conder said it should only take one work
session. It was decided to schedule the work session April 10th at 5:00 p.m. at the Nucla High School
Library.
EXECUTIVE SESSION
It was moved by John Reams second by Patty Morgan to go into Executive Session for:
a. Executive Session pursuant to CRS 24-6-402(4) (e), matters subject to negotiation, and
402(4)(f), personnel, to discuss staff recruiting and hiring.
Roll call as follows: William Lobato, aye; Patty Morgan, aye; John Reams, aye; Freddie Smith,
aye; and Len Spina, aye. Motion carried
Time: 9:00pm
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All board members and Bob Conder entered executive session
It was moved by John Reams second by Len Spina to come out of Executive Session
Roll call as follows: William Lobato, aye; Patty Morgan, aye; John Reams, aye; Freddie Smith,
aye; and Len Spina, abstained. Motion carried
Time: 11:00 p.m.
ADJOURN
It was moved by Freddie Smith Second by Len Spina to adjourn.
Roll call as follows: William Lobato, aye; Patty Morgan, aye; John Reams, aye; Freddie Smith,
aye; and Len Spina, abstained. Motion carried
Time: 11:22 p.m.
Attest____________________________ Approved______________________
Patty Morgan, Secretary
William Lobato, President