The Marion City Times

May 2, 2011 City Council Proceedings

An update was provided on the Summer Rec Program, with it advised registrations are coming in, games are being scheduled and a tournament will be held in Marion.  Discussion was held on establishing a pay policy for the program, including coordinator, concession coordinator, coaches, umps, etc.  A proposed pay policy was reviewed.  It was advised the Parks and Rec committee will meet with the coordinator to clarify matters and establish a policy.   

A Public Hearing was held at 8:00 p.m. for a 2011-2012 Retail On-Off Sale malt beverage license for Jill & Larry’s Minimart.  Larry Hopf appeared in favor of granting the license.  No one appeared in opposition of granting the license.  Motion was made by Jeno, seconded by Nelson to approve the license.  Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote.

Motion was made by Ellefson, seconded by Nelson to approve having Muller attend the annual Finance Officer’s School in Pierre on June 8-10, 2011.  Motion carried.

A Public Hearing was held at 8:10 p.m. for a 2011-2012 Package Off-Sale malt beverage & SD Farm wine license for Donlan’s Foodland.  No one appeared in favor or in opposition of granting the license.  Motion was made by Burge, seconded by Ellefson to approve the license.  Motion unanimously carried upon roll call vote.

Information was presented on the state’s Capital for a Day event, wherein the Governor tours each town agreeing to host the event.  Additional activities include a roundtable lunch with community leaders and a community roundtable meeting.  The decision was made to submit an application for the event.

A Public Hearing was held at 8:15 p.m. for Animal Permit Applications.  An animal permit was submitted by Dora Unruh to house two horses at North Nebraska St., near the ball diamond.  It was advised a possible third horse may be brought in.  No one appeared in favor or in opposition of granting the permit.  Motion was made by Nelson, seconded by Ellefson to grant the permit.  Motion carried.  An animal permit was submitted by Paul and Margie Luke to house 12 ewes, 2 horses, 1 burro and 26 hens at 205 E. 5^th St.  No one appeared in favor or in opposition of granting the permit.  Motion was made by Ellefson, seconded by Jeno to grant the permit.  Motion carried.  An animal permit was submitted by Josh Schmidt to house 3 chickens or ducks at 105 E. Washington St.  Josh Schmidt appeared in favor of granting the permit.  No one appeared in opposition of granting the permit.  Motion was made by Ellefson, seconded by Burge to grant the permit for no more than 3 animals.  Motion carried.

Brad Schardin & Barclay Smith were present and provided information on the 2011 Car Show to be held on June 18^th, as part of Marion’s Summer Celebration.  Schardin & Smith requested permission to hold the show on an approximate 2-block section of Broadway Avenue, running from just south of Jill & Larry’s Minimart to Walter Funeral Home.  Motion was made by Nelson, seconded by Jeno to allow the designated section of Broadway Avenue to be blocked off and a designated area for a burn-out box for the Car Show.  Motion carried.  

TC Sheriff’s Deputy Schooley was present and the law enforcement report for April was distributed and reviewed.  Discussion was held on miscellaneous matters, including speed bumps and park patrol.

Follow up discussion was held on the 2009 utility improvement project issues.  Present for the discussion was Harlan Becker.  City Engineer Fischer distributed a map highlighting project issues.  Lengthy discussion was held on Center Street problems, as well as other areas of concern.  Compaction test results were reviewed.  Council approval was given for the map with noted changes.  Fischer advised the map will now be forwarded to the contractor.  

City Superintendent Sulzle provided an update on scheduled street repairs, advising a June 1^st start is anticipated provided things dry and allow for the streets to firm up by that time.  Nebraska Avenue was discussed, with it advised that if it breaks up more, the oil surface will be removed and gravel will be put in until the repair work is able to be completed.

Discussion was held on the speed bumps currently being used, with ideas presented for making the speed bumps less aggressive. 

Sulzle reported a tire blow-out on the city’s dump truck.  Council approval was given to purchase four tires, including mounts, at $110.00 per tire from Dykstra’s Body Shop.

An update was provided on the swimming pool, with it advised that new ladders will be installed shortly.  Sulzle advised the pool has been completely drained and the paint is in good condition. 

Discussion was held on a pressure washer and trash pump available locally for purchase.  Council approval was given to Sulzle to make an offer on the equipment, with a set price range.

Information was presented on an oxygen detection sensor.  It was advised another entity had expressed interest in a cost-share for the equipment.  The decision was made take the matter up again at budget time.

Motion was made by Burge, seconded by Ellefson to adjourn at 9:54 p.m.  Motion carried.

May 9,  2011 School Board Proceedings

Pursuant to the call and the notice thereof, the School Board of the Marion School District 60-3, Marion, Turner County, SD met in regular session on the ninth day of May, 2011. Call to order was made by President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, at 7:00 pm.

Members Present: Bartscher, Koehn, Langerock, Luke, and Preheim.  Absent: None.

Officers Present: Adam Shaw, Superintendent; Chad Allison, Secondary Principal; and Aaron Thompson, Business Manager.  Absent: None.

Student Delegate Present: Stephanie Haiar.  Guests Present: Paul Orcutt, Brad Schardin, Curt Lukes, Greg Simmermon, Dustin Haase, and Josh Luke.

Action 10/11-128: Agenda – On motion by Langerock, second by Bartscher to amend the agenda to the following: 19 – Personnel (Executive Session), 20 – Negotiations (Executive Session), 21 – Accept Resignations, 22 – Approve Contracts, 23 – Adjourn; and then to approve the agenda. Motion carried.

Brad Schardin, Curt Lukes, Greg Simmermon, and Dustin Haase, all representing the Cooperative School Group, came before the Board to discuss looking at ways for sharing sports, administration, and/or teachers between the Marion and Parker school districts. A community meeting will likely be held in the Marion School at a future date.

Action 10/11-129: Minutes – On motion by Bartscher, second by Luke to approve the previous month’s minutes. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-130: Financial Reports – On motion by Langerock, second by Koehn to approve the financial reports of the District as shown in Table 1 (to be published in paper). Motion carried.

Action 10/11-131: Bills for Consideration – On motion by Luke, second by Bartscher to approve the following claims against the District for the month of May, and then to approve checks to be issued in their payment. Motion carried. (Bills to be published in paper)

There were no delegations.  There were no Teacher Reports.

Stephanie Haiar gave the Student Report. She informed the Board on a recent class trip to the Anatomy lab at USD with Science teacher, Denise Arbach.

School Board member, Larry Langerock, thanked Mr. Allison for a successful junior high dance, and also questioned if Marion can have graduations on Sundays. School Board President, Peter Preheim, informed the Board on the SDRS ballot for the Board of Trustees. School Board member, Shannon Luke, gave a concern on parental participation for the FFA banquet.

There was no Business Manager report.

Chad Allison gave the Secondary Principal report. He informed the Board on Students of the Month, the Academic Awards Banquet, Senior Projects, High School graduation (May 14 at 1:00 pm), semester tests, and the junior high dance. Mr. Allison also gave the Athletic Director report, including information on the Seniors vs. Faculty basketball game, the FCA Athletic Awards Banquet, football sign-ups, and the Conference & Region Track meets.

Adam Shaw gave the Superintendent report. He gave the Board a Thank You card from the staff for recognizing Teacher Appreciation Week. Mr. Shaw then read a passage from the book “Schools Cannot do it Alone” by Jamie Vollmer. Mr. Shaw’s updates included building updates, teacher interviews, organizing a PTA/PTO, an Elementary reading challenge, a Preschool program for the 2011/2012 school year, field trips, the last day of school (May 18 – dismiss at 12:30 pm), and professional development.

The Board of Education recognized the Marion High School graduating class of 2011.

Action 10/11-132: Surplus Property – On motion by Koehn, second by Bartscher to declare computer equipment and library books as surplus property, to be disposed of as the administration sees fit. A list of the surplus property will be kept on file in the Business Office. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-133: SDHSAA Ballots – On motion by Koehn, second by Bartscher to vote for Keven Morehart as the Division III Representative on the SDHSAA 2011 Official Election Ballot. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-134: SDHSAA Ballots – On motion by Bartscher, second by Langerock to vote “yes” on Amendment 1 and to vote “yes” on Amendment 2 on the SDHSAA 2011 Official Ballot. Motion carried.

The Board of Education discussed the 2011/2012 preliminary budget.  The Board of Education canvassed the 2011 School Board Election results.

Action 10/11-135: Personnel – On motion by Langerock, second by Bartscher to go into executive session for the purpose of Personnel Matters at 9:29 pm. Motion carried.  President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, declared out of executive session at 9:56 pm.

Action 10/11-136: Negotiations – On motion by Langerock, second by Koehn to go into executive session for the purpose of Negotiations at 9:56 pm. Motion carried.  President of the School Board, Peter Preheim, declared out of executive session at 10:10 pm.

Action 10/11-137: Approve Negotiations – On motion by Bartscher, second by Langerock to approve the Certified Staff Negotiated Agreement as presented to the Board for the 2011/2012 fiscal school year. A copy of the agreement will be kept on file in the Business Office. Motion carried. The Board also wanted to thank the MTA for their understanding and their commitment to the Marion School District.

Action 10/11-138: Resignations – On motion by Langerock, second by Luke to accept the resignation of Nicole Horstman as Middle School & Computer Teacher and School Play Advisor, and to thank her for her year of service to the District. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-139: Resignation – On motion by Koehn, second by Bartscher to accept the resignation of Becky Mohr Luke as High School Oral Interp Advisor and Prom Advisor, and to thank her for her years of service in these positions. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-140: Resignation – On motion by Bartscher, second by Langerock to accept the resignation of Janice Kraemer as Junior High Oral Interp Advisor, and to thank her for her years of service in that position. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-141: Approve Certified Contract – On motion by Langerock, second by Luke to approve the contract of Joel Nelson as Band/Vocal Teacher for the 2011/2012 fiscal school year, with salary to be published in July, 2011. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-142: Approve Certified Contract – On motion by Bartscher, second by Koehn to approve the contract of Kristina Schlapkohl as Science Teacher for the 2011/2012 fiscal school year, with salary to be published in July, 2011. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-143: Approve Extra-Curricular Contract – On motion by Koehn, second by Bartscher to approve the contract of Jayden Kettwig as Co-Head Wrestling Coach for the 2011/2012 fiscal school year, with salary to be published in July, 2011. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-144: Approve Extra-Curricular Contract – On motion by Langerock, second by Luke to approve the contract of Paul Orcutt as Head Girls Basketball Coach for the 2011/2012 fiscal school year, with salary to be published in July, 2011. Motion carried.

Action 10/11-145: Adjourn – On motion by Langerock, second by Bartscher to adjourn the school board meeting at 10:20 pm. Motion carried.

May 12,  2011 Business & Professional Organization Proceedings

The Marion Business & Professional Organization met on Thursday, May 12, 2011 at 12:00 p.m. at the Tieszen Memorial Home with 13 members in attendance.  Businesses present were: Al’s Studio, Central Farmers, City Economic Development Coordinator, Donlan’s Foodland, Luke H/C/P, Postmaster Diane Schoenwald, Rapp Chevrolet, Saunders Chiropractic, SEFP, Southeastern Electric and Tieszen Memorial Home.

Paul Engbrecht reported it was National Nursing Home week.  Additionally, Engbrecht advised the nursing home had their survey completed, in which they received a perfect result.  It was advised the Home is considering bringing weekly BINGO back to Marion, to be held in the community room at the nursing home.        

Kari Muller, Secretary/Treasurer, distributed the April 14^th meeting minutes and a financial report.  Motion was made by Glen Rapp, seconded by Dick Luke to approve both as presented.  Motion carried.  A Thank You card received from Dr. Jon Saunders was distributed. 

Discussion was held on the promotional drawing for the month of June.  The decision was made to hold a drawing for 4-Thunder Valley tickets, as donated by Rapp Chevrolet.  It was advised the July drawing will be for $25 Marion Bucks, as donated by Southeastern Electric.

The Summer Celebration events were discussed.  The Free Bingo event hosted by the organization will be held on Saturday, June 18^th at the Legion Hall beginning at 1:00 p.m.  Refreshments will be provided and donations from the business community will be sought for the prizes.  It was advised the organization would again enter a float in the parade to be held on Saturday the 18^th.  The Kiddie Olympics event will also be featured again this year.    

Nancy Larsen, SEFP facilitator, distributed her monthly report, advising of 8 inquiries and 5 business plans for the month of April.  Larsen also reported the date for the 2012 Regional Career Fair, to be held in Marion, will be February 16^th. 

Muller shared information from a new study ranking South Dakota as the No. 1 state in the nation for having the best state tax system for entrepreneurs and small businesses.

It was advised the Citywide Rummage will be held on June 3^rd & 4^th.

Information was presented on the state’s Capital for a Day event, wherein the Governor tours each town agreeing to host the event.  Additional activities include a roundtable lunch with community leaders and a community roundtable meeting.  Discussion was held on possible lunch/meeting locations, as well as benefits/drawbacks to hosting the event.  It was advised the matter will be pursued.

The next meeting will be at 12:00 p.m. on June 9, 2011 at the Tieszen Memorial Home.

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