Recap of 5/19/2025 Board Meeting
Posted June 10, 2025
During the recent Lewis Central School Board meeting, held on May 19, 2025, the board conducted important discussions and made key decisions to support the district’s ongoing growth and improvement. Below is a detailed summary to keep our community informed.
Public Hearing
The board held a public hearing on the Titan Hill HVAC project from 6:31 to 6:39 p.m.
Commendations
The district celebrated wrapping up the school year and various student activities.
Consent Agenda Highlights
The board approved the consent agenda, which included:
- Minutes from the May 5 board meeting
- Financial reports and bills for payment
- Personnel updates such as new hires, resignations, and staff changes, including summer school staff and extracurricular accompanists
- Approval of miscellaneous contracts, grants, gifts, and fundraisers
Reports
- Dr. Hartman shared curriculum and instruction updates, focusing on ISASP assessment data.
- Mrs. Raes presented the financial update, highlighting year-to-date budget comparisons.
- Dr. Hoesing provided the superintendent update, including the upcoming community survey.
- Facility projects were reviewed, with budget updates and tennis court options discussed.
Discussion & Approvals
Elementary Flooring Replacement
A proposal to replace carpet in four classrooms each at Titan Hill and Kreft, plus tile in the Kreft kitchen, was presented. The total cost is $29,393.46.
- Board Approval: Unanimous.
Iowa Western Community College MOU
The board reviewed and approved a memorandum of understanding to provide educational services for the 2025-26 school year.
- Board Approval: Unanimous.
General Obligation School Bonds, Series 2025
Several resolutions and certificates related to the issuance of $20,500,000 in school bonds were presented and unanimously approved. These included appointing paying agents, approving tax exemption certificates, and amending bond resolutions.
- Board Approval: Unanimous.
2025-26 Board Meeting Dates
The board approved the schedule of regular meetings for the 2025-26 school year.
- Board Approval: Unanimous.
High School Roof Replacement Addition
A change order was approved to add an additional section to the high school roof replacement project planned for summer 2025. The cost from Blackhawk Roofing is $79,200.
- Board Approval: Unanimous.
High School Math Curriculum
The board approved the purchase of new high school math curriculum materials from Savvas Learning Company for $51,002.40.
- Board Approval: Unanimous.
Upcoming Events
- Graduation will be held on May 25 at 2:00 p.m.
- The next regular board meeting is scheduled for June 2 at 6:30 p.m.
