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DOCUMENT 00030 ­
ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS
INDOOR AIR QUALITY IMPROVEMENTS AT
CHERRY AND TOWER SCHOOLS
ST. LOUIS COUNTY SCHOOLS
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #2142
VIRGINIA, MINNESOTA 55792
Notice is hereby given that sealed bids will be received by the School Board, Independent School District 2142, Virginia, MN, on/or before 2:00 p.m., local time, May 22, 2008, for each of the following: Indoor Air Quality Improvements at Cherry and Tower Schools, all in strict accordance with bid documents prepared by Krech Ojard & Associates, P.A., and Foster Jacobs and Johnson, Inc, 345 Canal Park Drive, Suite 200, Duluth, MN 55802.
In general, the project includes but is not limited to the following work:
HVAC improvements as indicated on the drawings, including roof-mounted heat recovery ventilators, fans, duct, coils, air devices, controls, pre-finished metal flashing, carpentry, gypsum board, metal studs, painting, piping, electrical and other items necessary to complete the project.
Sealed bid proposals on each project will be received, opened, and read publicly by the School Board or its representative on the day and at the time set for receiving bids. Bids will be received and opened at the Administration Offices, I.S.D. 2142, 1701 North 9th Avenue, Virginia, MN 55792.
Each proposal must be enclosed in a sealed envelope appropriately marked to indicate the work bid upon and marked INDOOR AIR QUALITY AT CHERRY AND TOWER SCHOOLS, St. Louis County Schools, Independent School District 2142, Virginia, MN 55792. All bids shall be on forms similar to those attached to and made a part of the contract documents. Separate contracts will be issued for each school.
The bidding documents may be examined at the office of the Engineer; the Builders' Exchanges in Duluth, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Hibbing, Minnesota and the McGraw-Hill Plan Room, Minneapolis, Minnesota. Prime bidders may obtain the specifications from the office of Foster Jacobs and Johnson, Inc.,345 Canal Park Drive, Suite 200, Duluth, MN 55802, upon a deposit of the sum of Fifty Dollars ($50.00). This deposit will be refunded to each bona fide bidder upon the return of the specifications in good condition within 7 days after the receipt of the bids.
All bids must be accompanied by a certified check or bidder's bond in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the bid including alternate bids, if any, payable to Independent School District 2142, Virginia, MN, as provided in the specifications. Said check and the amount thereof or the amount of the bidder's bond to be forfeited as liquidated damages if the bidder furnishing the same neglects or refuses to promptly carry out said bid or to enter in contract or bond as required by the Board.
The right is reserved to reject any or all parts of bids and waive informalities. No bidder may withdraw his bid within 30 days after the actual date of the opening thereof.
SITE VISITS:
CHERRY - Monday May 12, 2008
beginning at 9:30 am
TOWER - Monday May 12, 2008
beginning at 1:30 pm
Bidders are encouraged to attend the scheduled Pre-Bid site visits to minimize disruption to the school. Site access at other than the scheduled times must be arranged by appointment. Contact the following people to make arrangements:
District Office Mr. Tom Cundy (218) 749-8130
All contractors' questions or clarifications requiring written clarifications by Addendum, to be in the A/E's office prior to noon on May 15, 2008.
Darrell Bjerklie, Clerk
St. Louis County Schools
School Board, I.S.D. 2142
Virginia, Minnesota 55792
May 1 & 8 - 1


PROCEEDINGS OF
INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT #2142
The regular meeting of the Board of Education of Independent School District No. 2142, St. Louis County Schools, was held at the AlBrook School on Monday, April 28, 2008, at 5:03 p.m.
Pledge of Allegiance.
Motion and seconded to approve the agenda. Motion carried.
AlBrook Principal Gary Friedlieb reported the following: Mr. Friedlieb thanked the Academic Boosters for the lunch and refreshments. Mr. Friedlieb gave a power point presentation highlighting what AlBrook School is doing to follow a school wide improvement plan as directed by the Superintendent. The Principal acknowledged and thanked teachers Kathy Hollinday and Carolyn Olson for their help with the presentation. The AlBrook site put together a committee and integrated the strategic plan to produce a quality education. A.) Engaging the Community for Support; B.) Restructuring Facilities Based on Students Needs; C.) Expand and Enhance Organizational, Instructional and Curriculum Design; D.) Build and Market District Integrity.
Dr. Rick indicated to the board that each one of the schools will be doing a power point presentation for the board.
Board Member C. Larson congratulated AlBrook School on their presentation.
Superintendent reported the following: Dr. Rick thanked the AlBrook Academic Boosters for the food and refreshments. 1.) The Ideation workshop will be presented this evening in AlBrook following the board meeting; 2.) The second round of Principal interviews are being held this week. Interviews will be conducted on Tuesday and Thursday with a recommendation for hire being placed on the May 12th agenda; 3.) A handout was outlined from the City of Babbitt regarding their land development proposal; 4.) An additional handout was outlined, which was a letter addressed to the District from Waschke Family Chevrolet. The Cook School presently parks their school buses on there property. Plans are underway for an addition; therefore, the district will have to make plans for an alternate parking area for the school buses; 5.) The Legislature is now in session and will end May 19th. A RAMS report was given to the board for their review; 6.) Teacher Mediation will be on May 8, 2008.
Assistant Superintendent reported the following: Mr. Simonson acknowledged Principal Gary Friedlieb on an excellent presentation. He commented that AlBrook School has a supportive and involved group of parents. 1.) Mr. Simonson is looking at transportation concerns and our present school bus fleet. Currently transportation is staying within budget; 2.) ARCC will be summarizing the MCA testing on an annual basis by grade level. MCA testing will now be online from April 28th through May 23rd. Thanks to Markus and Mike Hoche for all their help in setting up the online testing; 3.) Handouts were given to the board on Math and Reading testing results and an explanation was given.
Motion and seconded to approve the consent agenda: April 14, 2008 Regular School Board Meeting Minutes; Policy: Donations: 1.) A 2008 United 6 X 12 ft. utility trailer, model #U-612SA30, 3,000 lb. axle weight valued at $3,806.76, from fundraising of the AlBrook School band and Goal Line Booster Club for the AlBrook School; 2.) $1,000.00 from Lake Country Power for the ISEF 2008 National Science Fair for the Babbitt-Embarrass School; 3.) $10.00 from Burton and Lorna Rockstad of Ada, MN for the Tower-Soudan School Kindergarten classes; 4.) $20,000.00 from the Endeavor Foundation of Cumberland, WI for smart boards at the Cook School; The following donations are for the AlBrook School All-Night Graduation Party: 5.) $75.00 from the Duluth Business University of Duluth; 6.) $100.00 from FDL Development of Cloquet; 7.) $90.00 from Norcostco, Inc. of Minneapolis; 8.) $100.00 from Hallett Dock Company of Duluth; 9.) $500.00 from the Town of Industrial, Saginaw; 10.) $500.00 from the Town of Culver, Culver; and 11.) $15.00 from Dr. David L. Bopp of Proctor. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to approve the renewal of the MSHSL membership for the 2008-09 school year. Motion carried.
Superintendent Rick indicated that this equipment will help the district with technology repairs and will carry us forward. The Superintendent recommended that the purchase of this technology equipment be approved.
Motion and seconded to grant permission to purchase technology equipment in the amount of $8,000. from the Virginia School District. Motion carried.
Resolution to Expel Student "X1-08" for a Period of Twelve Months. Resolution passed and adopted.
Motion and seconded to approve the Situation Analysis agreement with Johnson Controls and Architectural Resources in the amount of $90,000. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to award quote for replacement of the second floor hallway ceiling project at the Orr School to W. A. Schaefer & Sons, Inc. in the amount of $2,773.00. Motion carried.
Superintendent Rick explained Destiny Library Manager and Scholastic Reading Counts and recommended its approval. Dr. Rick indicated the importance of having all schools on the same system, which would include bar coding.
Motion and seconded gave permission to purchase the Destiny Library Manager for $28,500. and Scholastic Reading Counts software for $12,480. for a total of $40,980. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to accept LuAnne Goerdt's letter of resignation as instructional aide, effective May 2, 2008. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to accept Jon Boehmer's letter of resignation as head custodian, effective April 24, 2008. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to approve the Principal Job Description as presented. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to recall Ginger Kinsley as a teacher aide, bargaining unit, for 6.5 hours per day, Monday, Wednesday and every other Friday, effective March 5, 2008, with terms and conditions of employment in accord with master agreement between ISD # 2142 and Teamsters Local #346. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to approve the 2005-2009 Assistant Superintendent Contract with the changes noted. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to approve the Family Service Collaborative Director 2008-2009 contract with the following changes: Life insurance from $100,000 to $200,000 and 2% cost of living increase. Motion carried.
Resolution Relating to the Termination and Non-Renewal of Probationary Teacher Contracts for the 2007-2008 School Year: Jane Bradford (ECFE) .10 FTE; Clarice Beresford (Title I) 4 hours per day; April Aune 1.0 FTE; Alizabeth Beseke 1.0 FTE; Holly Dragisich 1.0 FTE; Judy Sopko .80 FTE; Tina Lundberg 1.0 FTE; Michael Rouse .85 FTE; David Perry 1.0 FTE; Mary Nemec-Wood .20 FTE; Susan Lindmeier .55 FTE; Teresa Pohl .70 FTE; Heather Tuthill .90 FTE; Jill Stark 1.0 FTE; Denise Parson .80 FTE; Steven Battaglia 1.0 FTE; Kelly Engman 1.0 FTE; Amber Van Hale 1.0 FTE; Tucky Dill 1.0 FTE; Rebecca Moore .40 FTE; Aaron Myre 1.0 FTE; Barbara Yousa .90 FTE; Erica Lavoi .90 FTE; Liam Conger 1.0 FTE; Cameron Lindner 1.0 FTE; Amanda Lind 1.0 FTE; and Debra Hill .10 FTE.
Motion and seconded to hire Veronica Matvey as van driver, non-bargaining unit, up to 3 hours per day, AM Route, Tuesday and Thursday, effective April 29, 2008, for the 2007-2008 school year. Motion carried.
Motion and seconded to hire Barbara Dantes as teacher aide, bargaining unit, 6.5 hours per day, Tuesday, Thursday and every other Friday, effective April 24, 2008, for the 2007-2008 school year, with terms and conditions of employment in accord with master agreement between ISD #2142 and Teamsters Local #346. Motion carried.
The board meeting was adjourned at 6:17 p.m.
May 8 - 1


 


 


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