Larry Herbison

Key discussions included a review of the Year-to-Date Financials covering operations from July 1, 2024, through March 31, 2025. Regarding property reports, bathroom renovations were completed, noting the replacement of original air dryers with quieter models. Roof issues were addressed following an inspection that identified water infiltration points, leading to proposals for repair or replacement estimated around $52,000.00. The board also discussed internal and external painting, with an internal painting cost of $42,570.00 being reviewed. A motion was approved to cover roof and painting costs not to exceed $110,000.00, with follow-up action to evaluate the extent of necessary exterior painting. The group intends to schedule an in-person meeting in November.

Key discussions and action items for the meeting included a Land Acknowledgement Statement and the reading of the MTCS Mission Statement. The board addressed potential conflicts of interest and proceeded with approving the agenda and a consent agenda covering previous minutes, accounts payable/wires for December 2025, HR changes, and minor policy changes. The agenda featured a public open forum, a presentation by the MNVS Club, and various reports from the Board Chair, Finance, Policy Committee, and Superintendent. Action items focused on the second read of Policy 215 regarding Board of Directors Voting, the first read of Policy 537 concerning Enrollment, approving payment for hourly staff who missed work on January 8th and 9th, 2026, and adjusting the academic calendar to reflect these missed days and a make-up day for P.E.A.S.E. Academy. Discussions also covered the Board Work Session for self-evaluation and the Superintendent evaluation.

The meeting commenced with a Land Acknowledgement Statement recognizing the Dakota and Ojibwe people, followed by a review of the MTCS Mission Statement. Key agenda items included the approval of the agenda and the consent agenda, which covered the approval of October 2025 Accounts Payable and Wires, HR changes, and minor policy changes. Under action items, the Board moved to approve revisions to the MTCS Bylaws regarding "Eligible Voters" and the removal of language concerning an "Annual Meeting." Additionally, the Board passed MTCS Policy 537 (Enrollment) on an emergency basis and approved a marketing expense of $100,000.04 with iHeart Radio (Amazon Prime). Discussions included the School Board self-evaluation and the Superintendent evaluation.

The meeting commenced with a Roll Call, noting a quorum was present, and a declaration of no conflicts of interest. The agenda was approved. The Consent Agenda, including the approval of October 2025 Accounts Payable and Wires, and HR personnel changes, was approved. Reports were presented by the Board Chair, Finance, Policy Committee, and Superintendent. Action items included the approval of calendar changes for MN Connections Academy and MTS Secondary, and the final approval of three policies: Policy 806 (Crisis Management), Policy 401 (Equal Employment Opportunity), and Policy 404 (Employment Background Checks), and Policy 419 (Tobacco Free Environment). The meeting concluded with discussions on board protocols and potential bylaw changes.

The meeting included reports from the Board Chair, Finance, Policy Committee, and Superintendent. Action items included the approval of MTCS Policy 533 - Wellness, MTCS Policy 201 - Legal Status of the School Board, MTCS Annual Report, and the contract with the Cady Building Maintenance. There was a discussion regarding the potential impact on the MTCS budget if federal funding was lost. The next regular meeting was announced for November 20th, 2025.