O'Neill Public Schools Proceedings (05-23-2024)

Board of Education 

Regular Board Meeting

MAY 13, 2024

Board Members

Amy Jo Rowse - President

Coby Welke - Vice President

Michael Hammerlun - Vice 

President-Elect

Barton Becker - Member

Monica Huber - Member

Aaron Troester - Member

Board Secretary

Kathleen Marvin

Administrators

Michael Rotherham - 

Superintendent

William Wragge - HS Principal

Jim York - Elementary Principal

Jill Brodersen - Assistant Principal

Nathan Larsen - Activities Director

DeAnna Clifton - SPED Dir.

Board Treasurer

Carol Hammerlun

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• Attendance Taken at 7:33 PM. 

Barton Becker:Absent; Coby Welke: Absent; Michael Hammerlun: Present; Monica Huber: Present; Amy Rowse: Present; Aaron Troester: Present

• Posted Locations: 

• Holt County Independent (print & website)

• KBRX Radio

• O'Neill Post Office

• O'Neill Public Schools Administrative Office

• O'Neill Jr-Sr High School

• O'Neill Elementary School

• O'Neill Public Schools Website

Posted: Thursday, May 2, 2024

• Call to Order

The regular board meeting of the O'Neill Public School Board of Education was called to order by President Amy Jo Rowse at 7:33 pm, on Monday, May 13, 2024 at the Administrative Offices at 635 North 4th Street, O'Neill, Nebraska. 

• Roll Call

Administrators Jill Brodersen, DeAnna Clifton, Nathan Larsen, Mike Rotherham, and Will Wragge were present. 

• Excused/Unexcused Board Members

A motion to excuse Bart Becker and Coby Welke, passed with a motion made by Michael Hammerlun and seconded by Monica Huber.

Barton Becker: Absent, Coby Welke: Absent, Monica Huber: Yea, Amy Rowse: Yea, Aaron Troester: Yea, Michael Hammerlun: Yea 

Yea: 4, Nay: 0, Absent: 2

• Pledge of Allegiance

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

• Recite Mission Statement

The Mission Statement was recited.

• Approve Meeting Agenda

A motion to approve the meeting agenda, passed with a motion made by Michael Hammerlun and seconded by Monica Huber.

Barton Becker: Absent, Coby Welke: Absent, Amy Rowse: Yea, Aaron Troester: Yea, Michael Hammerlun: Yea, Monica Huber: Yea 

Yea: 4, Nay: 0, Absent: 2

• Approve Minutes of Previous Meeting(s)

A motion to approve the minutes of the April 15, 2024 regular meeting, passed with a motion made by Michael Hammerlun and seconded by Monica Huber.

Barton Becker: Absent, Coby Welke: Absent, Aaron Troester: Yea, Michael Hammerlun: Yea, Monica Huber: Yea, Amy Rowse: Yea 

Yea: 4, Nay: 0, Absent: 2

• Reception of Visitors

Visitors were welcomed and informed that this meeting was in compliance with the Nebraska Open Meetings Act which is posted on the east wall of the board room.

• Oral and Written Communications

Communications received, either written or oral, were reviewed.  

Stacy Vandersnick addressed the board regarding an opportunity to bring in a speaker on Bullying for the staff, student body, and parents for the beginning of the school year.  She would pay for the speaker expense if she could use the Elementary and Jr-Sr High school gymnasiums.  President Amy Jo Rowse directed her to contact Mr. Rotherham regarding scheduling options.

• Robotics Report

The Worlds qualifying JH Robotics team of Benson Bohlender, Lorelai Johnston, Talan Johnston, and Riley Roessler shared with the board a robotics demonstration. They also shared their experience and excitement while attending the competition in Dallas, Texas.  The team is already looking forward to the new challenge for the 2024-2025 school year.

• Old Business

• New Business

• Deaf & Hard of Hearing Education Contract

A motion to renew the Deaf & Hard of Hearing Education Contract with Carre Klein for the 2024-2025 school year, passed with a motion made by Michael Hammerlun and seconded by Monica Huber.

Barton Becker: Absent, Coby Welke: Absent, Michael Hammerlun: Yea, Monica Huber: Yea, Amy Rowse: Yea, Aaron Troester: Yea 

Yea: 4, Nay: 0, Absent: 2

• Shot Clocks

Mr. Larsen shared additional information about the shot clocks. He has indicated the cost will be $4,500 including freight. No action is necessary.

• Scoreboard

Mr. Larsen shared additional information about the football scoreboard.  He has indicated the cost will be $22,000 including freight and the control box. No action is necessary.

• Video Board

Mr. Larsen updated the board regarding the advertising sponsor's progress for the potential video board. No action is necessary.

• Set Lunch Prices for the Upcoming School Year

The meal prices will be confirmed, reviewed, and approved at the June school board meeting. No action was taken.

• Policy #5045 - Student Fees

President Amy Jo Rowse opened a public hearing at 8:05 to receive input, discuss, and consider, any changes to the Student Fee Policy. Having received no public comment, President Rowse, closed the hearing at 8:06 pm.

A motion to advance Policy #5045 - Student Fees to second reading, passed with a motion made by Michael Hammerlun and seconded by Monica Huber.

Barton Becker: Absent, Coby Welke: Absent, Monica Huber: Yea, Amy Rowse: Yea, Aaron Troester: Yea, Michael Hammerlun: Yea 

Yea: 4, Nay: 0, Absent: 2

• June Board Meeting Date

A motion to move the June board meeting to June 17th, passed with a motion made by Michael Hammerlun and seconded by Monica Huber.

Barton Becker: Absent, Coby Welke: Absent, Amy Rowse: Yea, Aaron Troester: Yea, Michael Hammerlun: Yea, Monica Huber: Yea 

Yea: 4, Nay: 0, Absent: 2

• Option Enrollment Report

The Option Enrollment report was reviewed. No action is necessary.

• Administrative Reports

Administrative reports were presented.

• Bills and Claims and Payroll Report

A motion to approve the bills and claims, and accept the payroll report, passed with a motion made by Michael Hammerlun and seconded by Monica Huber.

Barton Becker: Absent, Coby Welke: Absent, Aaron Troester: Yea, Michael Hammerlun: Yea, Monica Huber: Yea, Amy Rowse: Yea 

Yea: 4, Nay: 0, Absent: 2

• Adjournment

A motion to adjourn at 8:22 pm, passed with a motion made by Michael Hammerlun and seconded by Aaron Troester.

Barton Becker: Absent, Coby Welke: Absent, Michael Hammerlun: Yea, Monica Huber: Yea, Amy Rowse: Yea, Aaron Troester: Yea 

Yea: 4, Nay: 0, Absent: 2

Kathleen Marvin 

School Board Secretary 

Holt Co. Dist. #7

General Fund

ACT, Inc. 85.00

Alder Plumbing LLC 137.38

Alder, Beverli 114.57

Amazon.com 321.62

Anson Insurance Services, Inc. 5,792.00

Appeara 1,193.92

Avera St. Anthony's Hospital 1,935.50

Banks, Andrea 120.30

Barnes & Noble 72.15

Bartak Glass, Inc 655.00

Black Hills Energy 6,420.24

BlueChalk Software 250.00

Bomgaars 193.75

Book Outlet 38.39

Bosn, Christine 18.53

BP Fuels 118.81

Brachle, Ashley 217.68

Bradshaw, Melanie 441.09

Bright Wheel 50.00

Burival, Tony 190.95

Buxton, Cody 521.29

Calvo Diaz, Eden 142.40

Camp, Natalie 7,944.48

Candlewood Suites 839.70

Carhart Lumber Co. 2,983.26

Casey's #2970 - Lincoln 154.00

Casey's (Grand Island) 44.45

Casey's General Store #1181 39.19

Casey's General Stores, Inc. 294.58

CenturyLink 78.08

Chipolte Mexican Grill 15.06

City of O'Neill 4,138.73

Clearfly 443.93

Clouse, Jessica 320.80

COMPanion Corporation 3,169.00

Connot Tire Service 23.46

Cooper, Maria 200.50

Corkle, Rebecca 58.18

CS Construction 2,750.00

Cubby's - Columbus 50.00

Cubby's, Inc. 2,206.89

Cuhel, Frank 519.38

DataCamp Limited 204.82

Decker Inc. School Fix 103.55

DeKay, Lindsay 446.82

Dickau, Carla 481.19

Dickau, Jacob 240.61

DISA Global Solutions, Inc 133.50

Dykshorn, Melissa 280.70

Engelhaupt, Monica 601.49

Engineered Controls, Inc., 506.00

Environmental Services, Inc. 337.36

Eric Armin Inc. 36.90

ESU #1 960.62

ESU #8 4,470.00

Eventbrite 35.00

Fisher, Tonya 601.49

Fowler, Kyle 6,837.00

Fox's Food Plaza 1,461.99

Frank, Shelly 253.96

Glowforge, Inc 239.00

GreatAmerica Financial Services 1,018.80

Gruhn, Garret 280.70

Gueta-Lopez, Gabriela 240.60

Hastings Museum 26.70

Heartland Counseling Services, Inc. 2,000.00

Hilton Garden Inn Lincoln 129.00

Holt County Independent 427.10

Hytrek, Tonya 495.00

Island Supply Welding Co. 472.90

Johnson's, Inc. 14,483.16

KBRX Radio 95.50

Kennedy, Valerie 561.39

Klasna, Lala 496.47

Klein, Carre 5,849.90

Kohlman, Ronald 800.00

Krysl, Lisa 120.30

KSB School Law 678.50

Laible, Dustin 320.80

Leaf Funding Inc 142.64

LeFever, Katie 481.19

Licensure Unit 50.00

Little Disciples Child Development Center 800.00

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.. 529.78

Master Teacher, The 303.05

McDonald's 139.78

McGraw-Hill School Education Holdings, LLC 391.22

McIntosh Jewelry, Inc 149.00

Mid-American Research Chemical 5,480.36

Mill Bistro, The 11.48

Miner, Cheryl 200.50

Mudloff, Lara 240.60

Nebraska Council of School Administrators 75.00

Neligh Oakdale Schools 1,104.03

Neu You Physical Therapy, PC 1,660.50

Northside 66 17.00

NPPD 9,327.53

O'Neill Car Wash LLC 7.42

O'Neill Lumber & Trailer Sales 129.23

O'Neill Printing Company 24.95

O'Neill Shopper 61.00

O'Neill Travel Now 2,552.00

Oberle, Kathleen 92.32

Ogden Hardware 724.95

Ollendick, Kacey 80.20

One Office Solution 2,191.35

One Source, The Background Check Co.,Inc 69.00

OPS Activity Account 1,678.71

OPS District #7 215.07

OPS Imprest Account 1,892.70

OPS Lunch Fund 275.65

Parks, Katie 120.30

Pearson, Inc, NCS 42.55

Peterson, Kristi 521.29

Pinkerman, Denise 481.19

Pitney Bowes Bank Inc 373.02

Pitney Bowes Inc 149.00

Popplers Music, Inc 196.95

Procare Software 79.00

Ranchland Auto Parts 7.39

Red Lobster 0734 28.90

Renaissance Learning, Inc. 2,217.28

Sayers, Angela 401.00

Schaecher Electric LLC 128.00

Schluns, Amanda 95.48

School Nurse Supply 266.85

Scooter's Coffee 43.63

Seger, Becky 421.04

Shamrock Nursery, Inc. 41.86

Sholes, Molly 229.14

Smoke It Up Welding 238.60

Spangler, Cindy 260.65

Speedee Mart 22.76

St. Mary's School 1.00

Starbucks - Kearney 55.33

Stepp, Melanie 242.92

Steppco Refrigeration 511.00

Stick It Vinyl Graphics 342.00

Subway 11.86

Summers, Darren 458.28

Supreme School Supply 278.12

Target 78.08

Texas Roadhouse 129.12

Three River 714.18

Top O' The Rock Designs 735.00

Torpin's Rodeo Market 1,842.17

ULINE 114.23

VanEvery, Maria 521.29

Viaero Wireless 157.20

Vivacity Tech PBC 9,375.00

Walmart.com 415.83

Wayne State College 50.00

Welke, Amanda 160.40

West Holt Public Schools 486.00

Wettlaufer, Kristin 441.09

Wilson, Sarah 496.47

Wiseman, Tricia 481.19

Young, Heather 389.54

Young, Sara 441.09

Zlomke, Kendra 882.19

Fund Total: 149,307.73

NUTRITION FUND

Alarcon, Pablo 8.80

Alden, Bill 208.55

Amazon.com 413.97

Emme, Alexa 13.35

Kopecky, Jackie 3.40

Liu, Yong Zhao 5.10

Lunchtime Solutions, Inc.. 53,702.11

Meyers, Torey 5.00

Pitney Bowes Bank Inc 157.44

Pokorny, Doug 6.55

Schluns, Amanda 40.00

Sedlacek, Brian 6.05

Wattier, Lynn 2.35

Young, Heather 9.10

Fund Total: 54,581.77

Checking Account Total: 203,889.50

Depreciation Fund

Amazon.com 238.83

Apple Financial Services 69,138.92

Carhart Lumber Co. 485.03

City of O'Neill Recycling Center 60.86

Metal Doors & Hardware Co. 656.00

Fund Total: 70,579.64

Checking Account Total: 70,579.64

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