CENTRAL LEE COMMUNITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
DONNELLSON, IOWA 52625
HIGH SCHOOL COMMONS
TENTATIVE AGENDA JUNE 17, 2025
7:00 A.M.
1. Roll Call
2. Approve agenda
3. Receive Visitors:
a) Visitors to speak about items not on the agenda
b) Recognize Retirees: Meagan McCoy, Tom Boeck, Neal Weirather, Brad Weber
c) 7-12 Athletics Presentation
4. Superintendent’s Report:
a) Teacher of the Year – Tracy Madsen
b) Employee of the Year – Lori Boyer
c) Newcomer of the Year – Sydra Nelson
d) The Chris Gray Award – Tom Boeck, Brad Weber, and Neal Weirather
e) Bus Driver of the Year – Scott Weirather
f) July Board Meeting Date – 7/8/2025 – 7:00 a.m.
g) Online School Registration – Opened 6/3/2025
h) Finance Update i) Final Legislative Update
j) Vacancies
6. CONSENT AGENDA: Motion (Exhibit I)
a) Approve minutes
b) Financial Reports: General and Schoolhouse Funds, Clearing account, Hot Lunch account
c) Approve prepaid bills
d) Approve monthly bills
e) Approve/Deny open enrollment applications
f) Overnight Trips Request:
a) St. Louis, MO June 19-22, 2025 – Science Student Participation in Stockholm Junior Water Prize Competition
7. Approve bills: Give Superintendent and Board Secretary authority to pay bills as
allowed by balance of 2024-2025 budget with prepaid listing at July board meeting.
(Motion)
NEW BUSINESS:
1. Set Hot Lunch Prices for 2025-2026 (Motion) (Exhibit II)
2. Approve First Reading of Board Policy 407.2 – Licensed Employee Contract Release (Motion) (Exhibit III)
3. Second Reading of Board Policy 400 Series (Motion)
4. Class of 2025 Activity Account Distribution to Student Activities Account (Motion)
5. Approve Lee County Hazard Mitigation Plan (Motion) (Exhibit IV)
6. Approve Interfund PPEL Transfer Board Resolutions (Motion) (Exhibit V)
● PPEL Fund pay off initial “loan” from Sales Tax to PPEL for bus purchase in FY 2022-2023 out of PPEL Fund
● Reissue “loan” from Penny Sales Tax Fund to PPEL
7. Approve Student Board Representative for FY2025-2026 School Year (Motion)
8. Approve FY2025-2026 TLC Positions (Motion) (Exhibit VI)
9. Approve FY 2025-2026 Administrative and Management Contracts (Motion) (Exhibit VII)
10. Approve AEA 2025-2026 Agreements (Motion) (Exhibit VIII)
(a) Special Education Funds Transfer Agreement
(b) Educational Services Agreement
11. Approve 28E Agreement for Shared Athletic Programs: (Motion) (Exhibit IX)
a) Keokuk Community School District – Boys’ and Girls’ Bowling
12. Approve 28E Agreement for SRO Agreement 2025-2026 (Motion) (Exhibit X)
13. Approve 2025-2026 Athletic Pass Pricing (Motion) (Exhibit XI)
14. Approve Non-Certified Pay Structure Updates (Motion) (Exhibit XII)
15. Approve Banking Agreement with PGSB (Motion) (Exhibit XIII)
16. Approve – Proposal for Skid Loader for Maintenance Staff (Motion) (Exhibit XV)
17. Resignation: (Motion)
a) Alexis Clark – Elementary Teacher
b) Jamey Sue Smith – High School Teacher
c) Ethan Stewart – Assistant Band Director
d) Kirsten Sharp – Special Education Associate/Head Girls Soccer Coach
e) Bridget Morrison – Middle School Girls Track Coach
f) Andrew Orton – 8th Grade Boys Basketball Coach
g) Robert Bryant – Assistant Football Coach
h) Tyler Bryant – Assistant Football Coach/MS Baseball Coach
i) Kritter Hayes – Middle School Football Coach
18. Contract Approvals: (Motion)
a) Jared Woolverton – Maintenance Assistant (Effective – May 12, 2025)
b) Eric Larson – Daytime Custodian (Effective – May 19, 2025)
c) Gina Howard – Daytime Custodian (Effective – June 2, 2025)
d) Aaron Hand – Van Driver 2025-2026
e) Drake Drish – MS Volleyball 2025-2026
f) Olivia Johnson – 4th Grade Elementary Teacher 2025-2026
g) Danielle McGraw – Afterschool Coordinator 2025-2026
h) Jackie Ball – District Cook 2025-2026
i) Samantha Walljasper – District Cook 2025-2026
19. Transfer Approvals: (Motion)
a) Jay Baldwin – Assistant Boys Basketball to Assistant Girls Basketball
b) Christina Ball – MS Volleyball to Assistant HS Volleyball Coach
20. Board Reports
21. Closed Session – Evaluation of the Superintendent – Per Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i)
22. Approve Superintendent Contract
23. Adjourn
William “Bill” Tolander
William “Bill” Tolander
William Oscar “Bill” Tolander, 91, of rural Winfield, died Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at the Washington County Hospital in Washington, IA.
Bill was born July 31, 1933 in Mt. Pleasant, Iowa. He was the son of Harold Leslie Eugene and Prudence Irene (Abrahamson) Tolander. Bill graduated from Olds High School.
After graduation, Bill was called to the service of his country. He was inducted into the United States Army on October 15, 1953 at Ft. Des Moines, Iowa. He served in the 271st Infantry Regiment. Bill was honorably discharged on September 2, 1955 at Ft. Dix, New Jersey.
Upon his discharge, Bill continued his education at Augustana College in Rock Island, IL. Bill studied music, primarily vocal music, as he developed his rich and deep bass voice. He graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in music.
Upon his graduation, Bill moved to New York City. He was a paid soloist in church choirs, and sang for a variety of other music (including a couple of off-Broadway) shows and events, often with his sister Donna. He also worked at a men’s clothing store. It was in New York City that he met and married Sylvia Cohen in 1959. In 1960, the couple returned to Iowa where Bill began to farm the Family Century Farm. A successful farmer, Bill received an award from Farm Bureau for being the first farm in Iowa to achieve 200 bushels per acre of corn.
In the summer of 1997, Bill was united in marriage to Marjorie Louise McCarty Coleman.
Bill was a member of Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church and the Olds American Legion Post. Bill served the church in various offices, and was always a fixture at the annual Smorgasborg, where he would serve tables and sing in the group of church members that sang songs in Swedish. With the American Legion, Bill worked often at the Legion’s Pancake House at the Midwest Old Thresher’s Reunion.
Music was always very close to Bill’s heart. He was a bass in the Swedesburg Lutheran Choir, and in various music groups in the area. He performed in numerous plays, musicals and skits throughout Southeast Iowa. He was often called upon to sing for weddings and funerals. When time permitted, Bill and Marjorie traveled to many interesting destinations.
Those thankful for sharing in Bill’s life include his wife Marjorie; 4 sons – Gregory Tolander and his wife Janet of Roseville, CA, Aaron Tolander and his wife Shari of Winfield, Stuart Tolander and his wife Theresa of Yucca Valley, CA and Matthew Tolander of West Hollywood, CA; a brother, Wayne Tolander and his wife Nancy of Burlington, IA; 4 grandsons – Jared (Kim), Jacob (Lydia), Conner and Mitchell Tolander and 4 great granddaughters – Zenley, Penelope, Charlotte and Kennedy Tolander. Also surviving are Marjorie’s children, Randy Coleman and his wife Chris, Wes Coleman and his wife Barb, Diane Glass and Karen Miller and her husband Mike, along with their children and grandchildren.
Bill is preceded in death by 3 sisters – Donna Zuk, Louise Unkrich and Joanne Dawson.
A funeral service for Bill will be 11:00 AM on Thursday, June 19, at the Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church in Swedesburg. The Reverend Mark Youngquist will officiate. Burial will be in the Swedesburg Lutheran Cemetery with graveside military honors conducted by the Iowa Military Funeral Honors Detail. Friends may call from 12 Noon to 7PM on Wednesday, June 18, at the Kimzey Funeral Home, 213 North Main Street, Mount Pleasant. The family is not planning to be present at any specific time.
Those considering an expression of sympathy may direct memorials to the Swedesburg Evangelical Lutheran Church. Online condolences may be directed to www.kimzeyfh.com.
Danville City Council Meeting June 16th
Agenda
Monday, June 16, 2025
Order of business
Danville City Council, Danville City Hall
NOTE: The regular session may be conducted electronically
as allowed by Iowa Code 21.8
Citizen comments: Comments must be directed to the subject under consideration. The presiding officer shall rule on the relevance of the citizen comments. Citizens making personal, impertinent, or slanderous remarks may be barred by the presiding officer from further comment before the Council during the meeting.
Work Session starting at 5:00 P.M.
- To discuss sewer rates and funding of the WWTP. No action will be taken during work session.
Regular session, City Council
- Call to order, 5:30 P.M.
- Accept or amend the agenda.
- Open forum: A time set aside to receive comments from the public regarding city business. The Mayor and City Council welcome comments from the public on any subject pertaining to City business, including items on this agenda. You are asked to state your name and address for the record and to limit your remarks to five minutes in order that others may be given the opportunity to speak. The Order of Business is at the discretion of the Chair. No action will be taken.
- Action on May 2025 Sheriff’s Report.
- Discussion and action on Resolution 2025-22 updating the City Employee Manual.
- Discussion and action on Resolution 2025-24; establishing wages for city employees for 2025/2026.
- Discussion and action on Resolution 2025-25, transferring of funds for the fiscal year end.
- Discussion and action on Resolution 2025-23, retirement payout of Sue Rogers.
- Building Inspector/Fire Chief Report
- Action on Report as Presented.
- Discussion on LOSAP
- Public Works Report
- Action on Written Report as Presented.
- Approval of consent agenda.
- Council minutes of June 2, 2025.
- Payment of bills.
- Council reports and correspondence.
- Authorization to allow Caitlin to attend City/County Health Care Plan meeting June 18, 2025.
- Setting of date and time for public hearing on amending the sewer rates.
- Adjournment.
Next regular session of the Danville City Council will be on,
Monday, July 7, 2025 starting at 5:00 p.m…
Tammie Jo Barber
Tammie Jo Barber, 56, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Thursday, June 12, 2025 at her home.
Visitation for family and friends will be held from 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield. A celebration of Tammie’s life will follow at 11:00 a.m. Memorials may be made to the family in care of the funeral home at 203 S. Main St. Fairfield, Iowa 52556.
Tammie was born July 21, 1968 in Fairfield, the daughter of Randy and Jeannine (Smith) Barber. She married Herbert Wells. He preceded her in death May 30, 2024.
Throughout her life, Tammie worked at Wal-Mart, Sizzlin’ Sams, McDonalds, and as an aid at St. Mary’s Preschool.
Tammie was an avid Minnesota Vikings and Chicago Cubs fan. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, reading, cross stitch, watching game shows, NASCAR and professional wrestling. Tammie was a kindhearted person who made friends easily. She was a wonderful mother, daughter, sister and aunt. Above all, she loved her family.
Those left to honor her memory include her daughter, Samantha Barber of Iowa City; grandson, Cyrus Muno; parents, Jeannine (Tom) McCleary of Fairfield and Randy Barber; sisters, Courtney (Clint) Parker of Fairfield, and Tina Barber-Matthew of Colorado; a special aunt and caregiver, Aunt Lori; two nieces and three nephews.
Online condolences may be made to Tammie’s family by viewing her obituary at www.behnerfh.com.
Laura Ann Becker
Laura Ann Becker, 75, of West Point, Iowa, passed away at 3:09 p.m. Thursday, June 12, 2025, at Birkwood Village in Fort Madison.
She was born on January 29, 1950, in Mount Pleasant, Iowa, the daughter of Leonard and Margaret (Jacobsmeier) Lampe. On May 16, 1970, she married Gary Francis Becker at St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point.
She is survived by her husband: Gary; three sons: Chad (Angie) Becker of Wichita, Kansas, Brian (Amy) Becker of Earlham, Iowa, Aaron (Amy) Becker of Monroe, Iowa; six grandchildren: Lyndsey, Cade, Grant, Jenna, Hannah, Kole; one great grandchild: Scottie; three sisters: Lou Ann Leveling, Lenny Kneedy, Jane Woodsmall and five brothers: Ron Lampe, Michael Lampe, Bud Lampe, Mark Lampe, Tony Lampe. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; sisters: RoseMary Cary, Colette Moeller and Carol Wiseman.
Laura was a graduate of Marquette High School. She enjoyed being outdoors, watching birds, working with flowers, cooking, baking and laughing with family and friends. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, watching her kids and grandkids play sports or perform on stage. Laura was a caring person that always put others before herself.
Her body has been entrusted to the crematory of Schmitz Funeral Homes for cremation.
A visitation will begin at 12:00 noon, Wednesday, June 18, 2025, at Schmitz Funeral Home in West Point, where the family will receive friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. that evening. A Christian wake service will be held at 5:30 p.m. at the funeral home.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 19, 2025, at St. Mary’s of the Assumption Catholic Church in West Point with Father Dan Dorau as celebrant.
Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery in West Point.
A memorial has been established in her memory.
Schmitz Funeral Home of West Point is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made to the family at www.schmitzfuneralhomes.com.
Parkview Home of Wayland Achieves Rare Deficiency-Free Survey in Annual State Inspection
Parkview Home in Wayland is celebrating a significant achievement this week after earning a Deficiency Free Survey during its annual inspection conducted by DIAL — the Department of Inspections, Appeals & Licensing. The survey, which took place June 10-12, 2025, is a rigorous review process required for every nursing home in Iowa and across the United States.
The inspection team evaluated Parkview Home for compliance with numerous federal and state regulations that ensure residents receive high standards of care. These regulations cover critical areas such as dignity, health, safety, and quality of life. Inspectors observed practices, reviewed records, and interviewed staff and residents to assess whether the facility met all requirements.
Achieving a deficiency-free survey is a rare accomplishment — only about 10% of nursing homes nationwide are able to meet every standard without a single citation. To do so, a facility must demonstrate full compliance with all Skilled Nursing Home federal and state requirements.
Parkview Home’s staff and leadership are proud of this recognition, which highlights their commitment to providing quality care to residents in a safe and respectful environment.
This honor reflects the hard work and dedication of the entire team at Parkview Home, and underscores the facility’s mission to deliver excellence in senior care in the Wayland community.
Great River Health Launches Free Durable Power of Attorney Support, Notary Services for Community Members
West Burlington, Iowa — Great River Health is offering a new, no-cost service aimed at helping individuals take charge of their healthcare decisions through advance directive planning. The organization announced it is now providing free assistance with Durable Power of Attorney (DPOA) for Healthcare forms, as well as access to certified notary services for anyone in need.
This initiative is designed to empower individuals to clearly communicate their healthcare wishes in the event they are unable to speak for themselves.
While many people are unfamiliar with the process or unsure how to begin, Great River Health is working to remove those barriers by providing 30-minute appointments with trained volunteers. These volunteers are not only equipped to guide patients through the form but are also certified notaries, making it easier for the documents to be completed and validated in one sitting.
Appointments can be scheduled in two ways:
- Online at: https://outlook.office365.com/…/SoutheastIowaRegion…/…
- By phone at: 319-768-3340
This community-focused program is part of Great River Health’s ongoing commitment to patient advocacy and informed healthcare planning.
Mildred “Millie” Irene Henry Jones
Mildred “Millie” Irene Henry Jones, of Richland, Iowa, passed away peacefully at home on June 11, 2025, at the age of 99.
Millie was born on March 19, 1926, in Monroe County, Tennessee, the daughter of Bob T. and Ada (Bivens) Henry. She began her education in a one-room schoolhouse in Antioch and later attended Friendsville Academy in Friendsville, Tennessee. Her passion for learning led her to Marion College in Indiana, where she earned a teaching degree in 1955. While attending college, Millie played on the basketball team and sang in the college choir.
After graduating, she began teaching fourth grade in Swayzee, Indiana. Soon after, Millie answered a call from the Friends United Meeting to serve as a teacher for missionary children in Kenya, East Africa—a mission that lasted three and a half years.
Upon returning to the United States, Millie was introduced to Robert B. Jones, son of Bruce and Addie Lincoln Jones. They were married on September 12, 1964, and made their home on a farm near Pleasant Plain, where they raised two sons, Evan and Calvin.
Millie was deeply involved in her community and faith. She was a dedicated member of the Pleasant Plain Friends Church, serving as a Sunday School teacher, board member, and active participant in the United Society of Friends Women on both local and international levels. Committed to education, she also served two terms on the Fairfield School Board.
Millie’s sense of humor, vibrant personality, and faith in God shone through in all aspects of her life. In her free time, she enjoyed reading, traveling, and sporting events.
Millie is survived by her husband of over 60 years, Bob; her sons, Evan and Calvin Jones (Renee Buchholz); sisters-in-law Janet Jones and Emma Jean Henry; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers Wilker, Ray, Vestal, Rex, and Calvin Henry; and her sisters Voreta Henry and Annie Kirkland.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Pleasant Plain Friends Church, with Pastor Stan Bauer officiating. The family will receive visitors starting at 10:00 a.m. Burial and a dinner will follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Pleasant Plain Friends Church or The Lord’s Cupboard. Friends may leave online condolences or join the webcast at www.cranstonfamilyfuneralhome.com.