The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all in attendance. The meeting was called to order by chair Kersten at 6:37 p.m. with the superintendent, principals, and all board members present. Motion by Gillman, seconded by Laabs to approve the agenda as amended. Unanimously carried (UC) Four fifth-grade students – Jamie Thompson, Kelsey Woods, Bethany Libbesmeier and Christina Mackereth – read the book “Thank You, Mr. Falker” to the board to kick off “I Love To Read Month.” They did an excellent job. Dr. Thielman reviewed the proposed 2002-2003 budget revisions. He pointed out that the adopted budget in June of 2002 did not accurately report the debt service fund and will have to be restated. The restatement of the debt service fund will have a negative impact on the district fund balance, but must comply with state statutes and the Uniform Financial Accounting and Reporting Standards. The actual budget amendment will be made at the February 20 board meeting. The list of names of participants for the Budget Advisory Committee was presented. It was noted that there was one vacancy yet to be filled. Motion by Stenger, seconded by Van Vleet, to give consent to Dr. Thielman to fill this vacancy and start the process of developing the 2003-2004 budget with this committee. UC Dr. Thielman presented a review of the estimated cash flow of the district for the upcoming months. Motion by Gillman, seconded by Laabs, to authorize the superintendent to move forward with Aid Anticipation Certificate consultation for the district. UC Ms. Imholte reviewed a letter from Mr. Haake, band director, in which he indicates to parents of band members the process that will be followed for major discipline issues should they arise while on the band trip in April. The board was in agreement that this process was acceptable. Motion by Stenger, seconded by Laabs, to adjourn the meeting at 8:22. UC Marguerite Laabs, Clerk Published in the Tri-County News on Feb. 13, 2003.
