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Minutes Independent School District No. 704 Proctor, Minnesota

Special School Board Meeting Monday, April 17, 2023 SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Jennifer McDonald, School Board Chair, at 5:43 p.m. II. Roll Call MEMBERS PRESENT: Jennifer McDonald, Lynn Peterson, Amy Pocrnich, Jim Podgornik, Larry Shelton, and Joe Ward MEMBERS ABSENT: Kimberly Parmeter STUDENT LIAISON MEMBERS: None Also in attendance: Business Manager Stephen Anderson III. Approval of Agenda MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Jim Podgornik to approve the Agenda as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. IV. Items for Discussion A. The school board discussed its self-evaluation and formulated the following goals. 1. Regularly monitor the strategic plan to evaluate progress toward goal achievement and school district performance. 2. Communicate the strategic plan and the progress to the community. 3. Utilize a public relations strategy that supports the flow of information into and out of the school district. V. Adjourn MOTION: A motion was made by Lynn Peterson, seconded by Amy Pocrnich, and unanimously approved to adjourn the meeting at 6:45 p.m. Motion approved by unanimous vote. Respectfully submitted: Lynn Peterson, Clerk Jennifer McDonald, Chair P.J. – May 4, 2023 Regular School Board Meeting Monday, April 10, 2023 REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order by Jennifer McDonald, School Board Chair at 7:00 p.m. II. Pledge of Allegiance III. Roll Call MEMBERS PRESENT: Jennifer McDonald, Kimberly Parmeter, Lynn Peterson, Amy Pocrnich, Jim Podgornik, Larry Shelton, and Joe Ward MEMBERS ABSENT: None STUDENT LIAISON MEMBERS: Brita Berglund and Abigail Schunk Also in Attendance: Kerry Juntunen, Superintendent and Business Manager Stephen Anderson IV. Approval of Agenda MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Larry Shelton to approve the Agenda as revised. Removed items IX. 5, 6, 7, and 8 and XIV. Motion approved by unanimous vote. V. Approval of the Minutes of the Regular School Board Meeting of March 27, 2023. MOTION: Moved by Joe Ward and seconded by Jim Podgornik to approve the Minutes of the Regular School Board Meeting of March 27, 2023, as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. VI. Finance MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Lynn Peterson, to approve the payment of bills dated April 10, 2023, in the amount of $270,746.59 covering checks 115966 through 116077 as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. VII. Commendations/Congratu-lations A. Congratulated and commended our Valedictorians: Braden Mehle and Madison Walsh; and our Salutatorians: Alexis Milbridge and Madison Twaddle. B. Congratulated the following seniors for being in the top 10% of their class: Adeline Dahl, Zachary Johnson, Jayden LaLonde, Sophie Lynch, Braden Mehle, Alexis Milbridge, Joshua Monreal, Payton Reppe, Isaac Sushoreba, Madison Twaddle, and Madison Walsh. VIII. Public Comment – None IX. Consent Agenda MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Jim Podgornik, to approve the consent agenda as revised. Removed items 5, 6, 7, and 8 A. Personnel Items 1. Approved the recommendation to hire Desiree Strand into the 23.75 hours per week educational assistant position at Pike Lake Elementary effective March 21, 2023. 2. Discontinued the employment with Derek Horvath, 24.5 hours per educational assistant at Bay View Elementary, effective March 23, 2023. 3. Revised the employment start date for Alan Stingley, union bus driver, to March 8, 2023. 4. Eliminated a 24.5 hours per week educational assistant at Bay View Elementary. B. Requested Education Minnesota-Proctor to vote to authorize the continued allocation of 1% of the staff development funds for use in the general fund for the 2023-2024 academic year. X. Items for Individual Action A. Approved the revised budget for the 2022-2023 school year. MOTION: Moved by Lynn Peterson and seconded by Larry Shelton, to approve the revised budget for the 2022-2023 school year as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. B. Adopted the resolution of accepting gifts received. MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Larry Shelton, to adopt the resolution of accepting gifts received as submitted. Roll Call Vote: 7 – Yes (JM KP LP AP JP LS JW) 0 – No 0 – Abstain Motion approved. C. Approved and adopted District policies with minor changes. MOTION: Moved by Amy Pocrnich and seconded by Jennifer McDonald, to approve and adopt District policies with minor changes as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. D. Approved the first reading of suggested District policy changes. MOTION: Moved by Lynn Peterson and seconded by Larry Shelton, to approve the first reading of suggested District policy changes as submitted. Motion approved by unanimous vote. XI. Items for Discussion/Infor-mation A. Superintendent Update B. Board meeting broadcast via RailsTV during summer break Ted Kiefat offered potential senior hours. Kerry Juntunen will discuss it with Mr. Kiefat. C. Strategic Plan Discussion – Kerry will update the document. D. Public Relations Update 1. Items relating to the District from the Proctor Journal: a) March 10, 2023 Edition: “Universal free school meals a positive for ISD 704 students,” “Free school lunch important cost of education,” “Proctor High School – Student of the Week: Kyleah Jarvi.” b) April 6, 2023 Edition: “Proctor High School – Student of the Week: Joshua Monreal,” “Band members earn Superior Rating,” “Proctor Public School officials visit with Rep. Natalie Zeleznikar.” XII. Reports A. School Board Committee Reports 1. Policy Committee Report B. Enrollment Report for April 2023 XIII. Communications A. School Board Comments and Observations 1. School Board Celebrations a) Amy Pocrnich stated two Proctor students, Logan Scanlon and William Scanlon, were invited to play at Lake Placid. b) Lynn Peterson mentioned the outpouring of support for Patty Muckala and the book drive. She also mentioned Rails TV, Jr. at both elementary schools. c) Kimberly Parmeter commented that the Midway Township meeting went well. Kim will forward questions to Kerry Juntunen. d) Joe Ward acknowledged that our staff comes together and fixes problems. He asked that the superintendent send the Board’s appreciation to our food service staff for their professionalism and flexibility during some difficult times. e) Jennifer McDonald spoke about her national presentation in Florida on superintendent evaluations in conjunction with Barb Dorn from MSBA. She further spoke briefly about the differences in how school districts operate in other parts of the country. f) Board members will meet next Monday at 5:30 in the Community Room. Lynn Peterson will provide information from the survey. g) Jennifer McDonald referenced the PH banquet. B. Student Liaison Board Member Comments 1. Abigail Schunk commented that Girls’ Lacrosse will play its first game soon, students are busy planning prom, spring sports are off to a rough start to the season because of the weather, but it has been great to use the turf facility. The coaches and the school have been great at helping prepare athletes. As seniors are preparing for graduation, juniors are preparing for next year. She further commented that she was excited about the testing in the classrooms rather than the field house. Abigail spoke about continuing to honor the top ten percent. 2. Brita Berglund mentioned last Thursday the Comp II class went to UMD, and she said it was helpful. Seniors are preparing for end of the year activities including getting ready for symposiums and graduation. She also commented about the turf facility. She thought Rails TV would be great for seniors if it’s a possibility. C. Township and City Communications 1. Kerry Juntunen mentioned that on April 16, Natalie Zeleznikar will be at the St. Luke’s Event Center at 12:30. XIV. Adjourn MOTION: A motion was made by Amy Pocrnich, seconded by Jennifer McDonald, and unanimously approved to adjourn the meeting at 8:01 p.m. Respectfully submitted: Lynn Peterson, Clerk Jennifer McDonald, Chair P.J. – May 4, 2023

 

 

Minnesota Secretary of State CERTIFICATE OF ASSUMED NAME Minnesota Statutes Chapter 333 1. List the exact assumed name under which the business is or will be conducted: Integral Health & Environment Associates LLC 2. State the address of the principal place of business: 41 W. Chisholm Street, Duluth, MN 55803 USA 3. List the name and complete street address of all persons conducting business under the above Assumed Name OR if an entity, provide the legal corporate, LLC, or Limited Partnership name and registered office address: Kjerland Consulting LLC 41 W. Chisholm St. Duluth, MN 55803 4. I, the undersigned, certify that I am signing this document as the person whose signature is required, or as agent of the person(s) whose signature would be required who has authorized me to sign this document on his/her behalf, or in both capacities. I further certify that I have completed all required fields, and that the information in this document is true and correct and in compliance with the applicable chapter of Minnesota Statutes. I understand that by signing this document, I am subject to the penalties of perjury as set forth in Section 609.48 as if I had signed this document under oath. Date: March 14, 2023 By /s/ Tonya Connor Tonya Connor Founder and CEO P.J. – May 4 and 11, 2023

 

ORDER FOR HEARING
 STATE OF MINNESOTA
          COUNTY OF ST. LOUIS DISTRICT COURT
PROBATE DIVISION
SIXTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT
  Court File No 69-C4-95-600548
In Re:
RICHARD R. RIDDLE
SUPPLEMENTAL NEEDS TRUST
  Upon reading and filing the Petition of NORTH SHORE BANK OF COMMERCE, as Successor Trustee of the above-entitled Trust, praying for an Order of this Court:
   (a) Fixing a time and place for a hearing on said Petition and directing the manner of service of notice thereof;
   (b) Settling and allowing accounts of said Successor Trustee for the period from March 7, 2018 to March 6, 2023, both dates inclusive;
   (c) Approving all of the Successor Trustee’s acts, including investments retained and made, together with all receipts, credits, and disbursements for the period to both principal and income;
   (d) Allowing the fees and expenses of Petitioner’s attorney as set forth in the Petition;
   IT IS HEREBY ORDERED, that said matter be heard before the above-named Court at St. Louis County Courthouse, 100 N. 5th Avenue West, Duluth, Minnesota, on the 6th day of June, 2023, at 1:55 p.m. or as soon thereafter as counsel may be heard. Said hearing shall be held remotely via Zoom technology.
   IT IS FURTHER ORDERED, that any and all persons having an interest in such matter may then and there appear and be heard, and that notice of such hearing be given by publishing a copy of this Order one time in a legal newspaper in St. Louis County, Minnesota, at least twenty (20) days before said hearing, and by mailing a copy of this Order to the person specified in paragraph 7 of the Successor Trustee’s Petition dated April 25, 2023, at her last known address, at least ten (10) days before the date of such hearing, and proof of such publication and mailing be filed herein.
   No one is required to attend this hearing unless requested by the Court or unless they object to the relief requested in the Petition. Any person who objects to the Court granting the relief requested in the accompanying Petition shall make their objections in writing to the Court on or before the date set for hearing.
   At the time set for hearing, if the Petition herein is unopposed, the Court will enter in the record the fact that there was no appearance in opposition to the Petition and that no objection to the Petition has been filed with the Court. Thereupon, the Court shall make its determination on the strength of the pleadings.
Dated: April 26, 2023
BY THE COURT:                                                 By /s/ David M. Johnson
David M. Johnson
   JUDGE OF DISTRICT COURT
Sandra E. Butterworth (#13869)
Attorney at Law
525 Lake Avenue South, Suite 214
Duluth, MN  55802
218-722-1411
P.J. – May 4, 2023

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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