Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Southwest Area Career and Technical Education Academy.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
Dickinson
NCES ID
National Center for Education Statistics identifier.
3800407
Number of Schools
Total number of schools in the district.
0
Total Staff
Total number of staff members.
1
Propensity to Spend
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Startup Friendliness
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Southwest Area Career and Technical Education Academy
The board reviewed a financial report showing an ending balance of $1,785,795.10 and received an update on construction progress for Building A, with plans for Buildings B and C being finalized for upcoming bidding. Discussion included a tentative cost-share agreement with RACTC for a Mobile Meats lab, involving a 50/50 cost split and anticipated reimbursement from Dakota Community Bank. Additionally, the board engaged in a brainstorming session to develop vision and mission statements.
The board discussed a financial report and received updates on grant awards, including an additional $3.33 million from the ND CTE Coronavirus Grant and the submission of new EDC grant proposals. Staffing updates were provided regarding the hiring of new instructors for Power Sports and Diesel Technology programs. The board established a new Community Outreach Coordinator position in partnership with Dickinson Public Schools. Additionally, they addressed the Director's review process and authorized the reimbursement of Dickinson Public Schools for director hiring expenses. Preliminary renovation designs for the campus were reviewed, including discussions on cost-saving measures and contingency planning. The board also coordinated attendance for the Voices of Vision Conference and discussed the potential for a summer board retreat.
The board conducted elections for officer positions, including President, Vice President, and a combined Secretary/Treasurer role. The Director provided reports on the ND CTE Coronavirus Grant, the business plan, and the upcoming RFQ process for architectural services. New business included the adoption of bylaws, the appointment of an authorized representative, the establishment of the fiscal year, and the designation of a banking institution. The board also contracted with Dickinson Public Schools as the fiscal agent, designated authorized signers, set per diem rates for board members, established an official newspaper, created an advisory committee, and scheduled future board meeting dates.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
Track Southwest Area Career and Technical Education Academy meetings, strategic plans, and budget discussions before the public bid appears.
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