Laramie County School District #1 public meetings in 2020
33 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, primarily to vote on several new contracts and purchases, including carpet, warehouse supplies, GPS hardware/software, and air quality sensors. The board will also consider consent agenda items such as approving minutes, recognizing home school curricula, approving certificated contracts, and approving payroll and bills. The meeting will be held virtually for the public, with trustees and staff attending in person.
- Contract for carpet and related materials up to $750,000
- Contract for warehouse stock supplies up to $475,000
- Contract for transportation GPS hardware and software up to $495,456
- Purchase of air quality sensors up to $97,000
- Renew contract for electrical contractor (Simpson Electric, Superior Electric) up to $1,000,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on December 21, 2020. The main item was a discussion of the superintendent search process with Brian Farmer, Executive Director of the Wyoming School Boards Association. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no decisions or votes recorded.
- Discussion of superintendent search process with WSBA Executive Director Brian Farmer
- Meeting held via Zoom (Webinar ID: 978 7381 6571)
- All board members present; no absences
- Work session adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold its organizational meeting, administering oaths to newly elected trustees and officers, electing officers for the coming year, and approving routine resolutions on consent. The board will also recognize students and staff, hear visitor comments, and receive reports on English Language Arts materials and district achievement.
- Administer oaths of office to newly elected trustees and officers
- Elect chairman, vice chairman, clerk, assistant clerk, treasurer, and assistant treasurer
- Adopt resolution for $100,000 bond coverage for officers and superintendent
- Designate First Interstate Bank as primary depository through Dec 31, 2021
- Approve regular meeting schedule: 6 p.m., first and third Mondays at Storey Gymnasium, 2811 House Avenue
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session to discuss committee assignments and the selection of next board officers. The meeting was informational and procedural, with no formal decisions made. It adjourned at approximately 5:50 p.m. to be followed by the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Discussion of Board of Trustees Committee Assignments
- Discussion of next Board of Trustees Officers
- Board photo taken
- All board members present
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, largely conducted virtually for the public. The board will hear reports on the FY2020 audit, enrollment, and superintendent search services, and will vote on several action items including the audit approval, a two-year ShoreTel phone system contract renewal, and a contract with the Wyoming School Board Association for superintendent search services. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, recognitions, and an executive session for possible student suspensions/expulsions.
- Approve FY2020 audit by McGee, Hearne & Paiz, LLP
- Renew 2-year ShoreTel VoIP phone system contract up to $400,000
- Approve $6,500 contract with Wyoming School Board Association for superintendent search
- Approve October 2020 payroll and bills
- Recognize Student of the Week and other awards
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is meeting virtually to conduct routine business, including approving the consent agenda, recognizing student achievements, and receiving reports on enrollment, reading program selection, the Cheyenne Virtual School, and legislative updates. The board will also hold an executive session to discuss possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions, personnel matters, and a potential land purchase, followed by a vote on any resulting actions.
- Executive session for possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions, personnel, and potential land purchase
- Consent agenda includes approval of October 19, 2020 minutes, home school curricula recognition, and resignations/retirements
- Reports on 2020-2021 enrollment, reading program selection, Cheyenne Virtual School update, and legislative update
- Student of the Week awards with $25 gift cards from Western Vista Federal Credit Union
- Recognition of Shelby Hoobler for Broadcom MASTERS top 300 STEM competition
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a virtual work session on November 2, 2020. The main item was a presentation by Assistant Superintendent Dr. Tracey Kinney on MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports) and PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports), followed by discussion. The meeting was procedural and informational, with no votes or decisions listed.
- Presentation on MTSS & PBIS by Assistant Superintendent Dr. Tracey Kinney
- Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
- All board members present, none absent
- Work session adjourned at 5:50 p.m. for regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a virtual work session to discuss priorities and goals. The agenda includes a welcome, a discussion on priorities and goals, and adjournment. No specific decisions or proposals are listed.
- Discussion of board priorities and goals
- Virtual meeting via Zoom
- All board members present
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, with public access via Zoom or YouTube. The board will vote on several action items, including making the Retirement Health Insurance Option available for the 2020-2021 school year, suspending it for 2021-2022, and approving the purchase of a heavy-duty box truck for up to $53,000. The board will also consider consent agenda items, including approving payroll and bills, and will enter executive session to discuss possible student long-term suspensions or expulsions.
- Vote to make Retirement Health Insurance Option available for 2020-2021 with a January 8, 2021 notification deadline
- Vote to suspend Retirement Health Insurance Option for 2021-2022 school year
- Vote to approve purchase of one 1.5 Ton Heavy Duty Box Truck for up to $53,000
- Consent agenda includes approval of September 2020 payroll and bills, and renewal of banking services contract with First Interstate Bank
- Executive session for possible student long-term suspensions/expulsions
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a virtual work session on October 19, 2020. They discussed presentations on high school student representatives, a possible community meeting with city and county officials, and an update on nutrition services food distribution. The session was procedural and informational, with no formal decisions or votes recorded.
- Presentation on High School Advisory Committee
- Discussion of possible community meeting with city and county officials
- Nutrition Services food distribution update by Assistant Superintendent Dave Bartlett and Coordinator Carla Banks
- Meeting held virtually via Zoom; public could join online or by phone
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will vote on a resolution to change its election structure to three resident-area trustees and four at-large trustees for the 2022 election. The board will also consider several routine consent agenda items, including contracts and personnel matters, and hold a public hearing on the resolution.
- Resolution to create 3 Resident Area Trustees and 4 At-Large Trustees for 2022 election
- Approval of revocable public access easement with City of Cheyenne for sidewalk along Green River Street at Dildine Elementary School
- Purchase of one school bus from Lewis Bus Group not to exceed $138,195.00 and declare one bus surplus
- Permission to purchase two multi-purpose vehicles not to exceed $90,000.00
- Renew contract for transportation tires not to exceed $75,000.00
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a virtual work session to discuss vertical alignment (district and triad), with a presentation by the Assistant Superintendent of Instruction. The meeting is informational and procedural, with no votes or decisions scheduled.
- Presentation on vertical alignment by Dr. Tracey Kinney, Assistant Superintendent of Instruction
- Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
- All board members present, none absent
- Work session adjourns at approximately 5:50 p.m. for regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a virtual meeting on September 9, 2020, to approve routine consent items and new business. Key decisions included renewing contracts with local law enforcement for school resource officers and approving a budget transfer. The board also discussed the reopening of schools and a potential joint meeting with city and county officials regarding COVID-19.
- Renewal of contract with Cheyenne Police Department for School Resource Officers and a Supervisor, not to exceed $668,500.00
- Renewal of contract with Laramie County Sheriff's Department for School Resource Officers, not to exceed $49,500.00
- Permission to increase HVAC contractor contract on a time and materials basis, not to exceed $250,000.00
- Budget amendment transferring $300,000.00 from Instructional Support to Fund transfers in the Grants Fund
- Approval of a no-cost lease of softball fields from the City of Cheyenne
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The LCSD1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting, live for trustees and staff but virtual for the public via Zoom. The board will act on several new business items, including contracts for a new elementary school and a gym remodel, plus permission to purchase classroom cameras and contract for asbestos abatement. It will also consider a consent agenda covering minutes, resignations, home school curricula, and payroll.
- Approve contract with Cator, Ruma, & Associates for commissioning services at the new 5/6 Elementary School
- Approve contract with iBuild Construction for the Storey Gymnasium Room 251 remodel
- Grant permission to purchase classroom cameras for up to $533,000
- Grant permission to contract for environmental assessment and asbestos abatement for up to $750,000
- Approve medical leave of absence for Hollie Puckett for 2020-21
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is meeting to consider the 2020-2021 school calendar and a high school schedule petition. The board will also review updates to the reopening plan and vote on several equipment purchases.
- Approval of 4x4 Immersion schedule for High Schools for the 2020-2021 school year
- Adoption of a revised 2020-2021 school calendar from three available options
- Purchase of Softball Field Retrofit not to exceed $550,000.00
- Purchase of two playground replacements for Gilchrist and Anderson not to exceed $163,000.00
- Reopening Plan Update from Superintendent Dr. Boyd Brown
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will meet virtually to consider several action items, most notably the approval of the District Reopening Plan for the 2020-2021 school year. The board will also vote on administrative appointments, a utility easement, and contracts for supplies and online curriculum. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person.
- Approval of District Reopening Plan for 2020-2021
- Appointment of Thomas Seamans as Districtwide Athletic Director
- Appointment of Lana Haffner as K-12 Virtual School Principal
- Contract for online curriculum for virtual K-12 student software up to $500,000
- Renew contracts for classroom supplies up to $900,000, PE/athletic supplies up to $250,000, art supplies up to $75,000, and science supplies up to $50,000
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a virtual work session to receive presentations on political materials and a facilities update. The meeting is informational and procedural, with no decisions scheduled.
- Presentation on political materials by Dr. Tracey Kinney
- Facilities update by Dennis Auker and Andy Knapp
- Virtual meeting via Zoom webinar
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a special virtual meeting to discuss the draft 2020-2021 District Reopening Plan, titled 'Smart Start.' The agenda included a review of the draft plan, a public comment period limited to three minutes per person, and the scheduling of the next regular meeting for August 3, 2020. No final decisions or votes were recorded in the provided agenda text.
- Review of DRAFT of 2020-2021 District Reopening Plan (Smart Start)
- Public comment period with a 3-minute limit per person
- Next Regular Board Meeting scheduled for August 3, 2020
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a work session to discuss a proposed policy on election districts. The proposal would change how trustees are elected, with four at-large and three from triads, effective with the 2022 general election. This is a discussion item, not a final decision.
- Discussion of proposed election district policy
- Proposal: 4 at-large trustees, 3 triad trustees
- Effective with 2022 general election
- Legal reference: W.S. § 21-3-106, 21-3-121, 22-22-101 through 22-22-308
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees is holding a special virtual public meeting. They will vote on approving a professional services contract with The Design Studio, Inc. for architectural and engineering services for the new 5-6 Elementary School. The meeting also includes discussion on a proposed amendment to board election rules (triad representation) and public input.
- Vote on contract with The Design Studio, Inc. for architectural and engineering services for new 5-6 Elementary School
- Discussion of amendment to Chapter II, Section 3 of board governance: change to elect 3 of 7 trustees by triads, effective 2022 general election
- County Clerk Debra Lee to provide information on residence areas
- Public comments heard during community meeting portion
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will meet virtually on June 1, 2020, to consider routine consent agenda items and several new business actions. Key decisions include approving contracts for fencing, kitchen equipment, insurance, and the East High swimming pool replacement, as well as appointments and a charter school extension. The meeting will also include recognition of students and staff, and public comment.
- Approve contract with SWI, LLC for fencing at various sites
- Purchase commercial kitchen equipment for nutrition services up to $33,791.99
- Purchase commercial insurance up to $953,745 and catastrophic liability insurance up to $25,074
- Approve contract with Sampson Construction for East High swimming pool replacement
- Approve one-year extension for PODER Academy and PASS Charter School
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a special virtual community meeting on May 13, 2020. The agenda focused on presenting information regarding equity in schools, including facility funding, per-pupil funding, and federal programs. No binding decisions or votes were taken, as the session was designated for information sharing and public input.
- Presentation on Facility and Funding by Dave Bartlett
- Presentation on Per Pupil Funding by Jed Cicarelli
- Presentation on Federal Programs and Funds by Jed Cicarelli
- Presentation on Certified Staff Years of Service and Education by John Weigel
- Presentation on Secondary Boundary Waiver Process by Tracey Kinney
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will meet virtually to consider several action items, including a budget amendment to add $5 million in federal CARES Act revenue, approval of new administrative appointments, and permission to purchase mobile digital video equipment for the district fleet. The agenda also includes consent agenda items for routine approvals and reports from the superintendent and staff.
- Budget amendment increasing Special Revenue Fund Federal revenue by $5,000,000 from CARES Act
- Permission to purchase mobile digital video equipment for district fleet, up to $800,000 over 3 years
- Approval of appointments: Michael Larson (Transportation Supervisor), Holly Burningham (Assistant Principal, Meadowlark Elementary), Brennan Proctor (School Psychologist, McCormick Jr. High)
- Permission to contract for ERP Consultant Services, not to exceed $145,641
- Consent agenda includes renewal of interim educational services contract up to $500,000 and actuarial analysis services up to $35,750
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Board of Trustees held a virtual work session to discuss the Equity in Schools Meeting Plan. The presentation for this item was provided by Superintendent Dr. Boyd Brown.
- Equity in Schools, Meeting Plan discussion
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a virtual regular meeting on April 20, 2020, via Zoom. The board will consider several action items, including a $6,000,000 purchase of Apple devices, a construction contract for Dildine Elementary School renovation, and multiple contract renewals for the Nutrition Services program. The agenda also includes reports on COVID-19, softball, and facilities, as well as routine consent agenda items.
- Approval of contract for Dildine Elementary School Renovation with Recco, Inc. dba Five-R Co.
- Permission to purchase Apple devices and accessories for up to $6,000,000.00
- Renewal of Safe and Drug Free Schools Program contract up to $265,000.00
- Renewal of Nutrition Services contracts: food ($1,260,000), milk/juice/dairy ($500,000), disposable goods ($255,500), bottled beverages ($38,000), bread/bakery ($68,000), fruit cups ($38,000)
- Approval of medical leave of absence for Stan Ivester for 2020-21
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on April 20, 2020, at 5 p.m. via Zoom due to the pandemic. The agenda included public log-in details for the virtual meeting, a welcome from Chairman Marguerite Herman, and an attendance presentation by Dr. Tracey Kinney. The work session adjourned at 5:55 p.m. to be followed by the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Virtual meeting via Zoom with public log-in details provided
- Attendance presentation by Dr. Tracey Kinney
- Work session adjourned at 5:55 p.m. for regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting remotely via Zoom due to COVID-19. The agenda includes routine consent items, a COVID-19 update from the superintendent, and several action items on policy amendments and equipment purchases. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Renew contract for Transportation Management Software, not to exceed $75,000
- Upgrade centralized irrigation system software, not to exceed $70,780.32
- Purchase weight room equipment for new Carey Junior High, not to exceed $40,000
- Adopt and purchase French textbooks from Wayside Publishing
- Approve intent to amend Board Policies, placed on 45-day public review
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees met on March 16, 2020, to approve routine consent items including payroll, resignations, and curriculum purchases. New business included the appointment of Brook Yearsley as Principal of Alta Vista Elementary and permissions for staff development contracts. The board also discussed virus precautions and transportation rules in response to the emerging COVID-19 situation.
- Permission to purchase junior high World Geography textbooks from Cengage for up to $145,000
- Permission to purchase US Government textbooks from Pearson for up to $100,000
- Permission to purchase Elementary English as a Second Language materials for up to $130,000
- Appointment of Brook Yearsley as Principal of Alta Vista Elementary effective July 1, 2020
- Permission for East High School Art students to travel to Italy and Greece in July 2020
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting on March 2, 2020, with action items including approving a $1.1 million furniture purchase for the new Carey Junior High School, contracting financial audit services up to $183,200, and appointing Michelle Proctor as Program Administrator of Human Resources. The board will also consider restricting student activity funds to their intended purposes and approving the 2020-2021 meeting calendar. The agenda includes routine consent items, recognitions, and an executive session for possible student suspensions, personnel, litigation, and negotiations.
- Permission to purchase furniture for new Carey Junior High School, not to exceed $1,100,000
- Permission to contract for financial audit services, not to exceed $183,200
- Appointment of Michelle Proctor as Program Administrator of Human Resources effective April 6, 2020
- Restricted use of student activity funds to their collected purpose
- Approval of Board meeting calendar for 2020-2021 school year
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on March 2, 2020, at 5 p.m. in the Executive Boardroom of Storey Gym. The board received a presentation on Professional Learning Communities (PLC) by Dr. Stephen Newton. The work session adjourned at 5:55 p.m. to reconvene for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
- Work session opened by Chairman Marguerite Herman; members present: Herman, Lynn Storey-Huylar, Nate Breen, Tim Bolin, Christy Klaassen, Rich Wiederspahn; absent: Rose Ann Million Rinne.
- Presentation on Professional Learning Communities (PLC) by Dr. Stephen Newton.
- Work session adjourned at 5:55 p.m. for the regular board meeting at 6 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees met on February 3, 2020, to approve routine matters and new business items. Key decisions included purchasing land at 610 West 7th Street for a future Cole Elementary replacement school and approving security upgrades at East High School and Johnson Junior High School. The board also voted to demolish a surplus modular classroom at Bain Elementary School.
- Approval of purchase agreement with The City of Cheyenne for land and buildings at 610 West 7th Street for the Cole Elementary Replacement School
- Approval of contract with Construction Specialist, Inc. for Point of Entry Security upgrades at East High School and Johnson Junior High School
- Permission to contract for printer hardware, software, and related services not to exceed $350,000.00
- Permission to contract for Information Technology Advisory Services over three years not to exceed $140,000.00
- Motion to declare Bain Elementary School Modular Unit 4 surplus and have it demolished
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees held a work session on January 13, 2020, at 5 p.m. in the Executive Boardroom of Storey Gym. The main item was a presentation on equality in sports and participation by Dr. Tracey Kinney and high school athletic directors. The session was informational and procedural, with no decisions made, and adjourned at 5:55 p.m. for the regular board meeting.
- Presentation on equality in sports and participation
- Work session open to the public
- All board members present
- Adjourned at 5:55 p.m. for regular board meeting
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2014- 2025
The Laramie County School District #1 Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including approving a contract for roof replacement at Central High School, purchasing Apple and Microsoft devices, and declaring surplus modular buildings at Dildine Elementary. The board will also consider consent agenda items such as approving minutes, recognizing home school curricula, and certificated contracts. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per person.
- Contract with Front Range Roofing Systems, LLC for roof replacement at Central High School
- Permission to purchase Apple devices and accessories up to $200,000
- Permission to purchase Microsoft devices and accessories up to $150,000
- Declare Dildine Elementary modular unit and storage shed surplus
- Increase contract for classroom supply catalog by up to $450,000