Manila, Utah

September 12, 2007

 

            The regular meeting of the Daggett Board of Education was held in Room 6 of the district office building on September 12, 2007. President Asbill called meeting to order at 6:10 P.M.  Also attending were members Barber, Olsen and Pallesen; Superintendent Northcott; Business Administrator Robinson; Vice-Principal Schell; Clark & Libby Anderson, and Dot Coombs.

 

            Mrs. Pallesen mentioned that representatives of the Red Cross would like to be added to the agenda for next month.

 

Mrs. Barber moved to approve the Consent Calendar, seconded by Mr. Olsen, motion carried.  The Consent Calendar included minutes of August 8, 2007 Board Meeting; Warrant List and Financial Statement; ratification of contracts for Teresa Draper, part-time teacher (one hour of K-3 music at MES and one hour of Dance at MHS, Sarah Wolford, part-time teacher (one hour of 4-6 instrument at MES and two hours of instrument at MHS).

 

           

            Mr. Olsen moved to approve Policy #3015 – Physical Examinations on the 3rd Reading, seconded by Mrs. Barber, motion carried.

 

            Mrs. Pallesen moved to strike Policy #3220 – Association and Organization Participation, seconded by Mr. Olsen, motion carried. The contents of this policy are included in Policy #3440 – Employee Leave Policy.

 

            Mrs. Barber moved to table Policy #3425 – Legal Defense of Employees until clarification can be made in section 3.4.  Motion was seconded by Mrs. Pallesen, motion carried.

 

            Mrs. Pallesen moved to table Policy #3430 – Insurance Policy, seconded by Mrs. Barber, motion carried.

 

            Mr. Olsen moved to approve the following series of policies as amended on the 2nd Reading, seconded by Mrs. Barber, motion carried.

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Administration Relations

1.     Working Relationship

1.1     The laws of the State of Utah have specifically granted to the Board of Education of the Daggett District local authority for the administration and operation of the public schools in Daggett County.

1.2     Since the educational welfare of the youth and adults of the Daggett School District is of common concern to all interested in education, the Board of Education declares its policy to continue to work with all persons, groups, associations, and individuals for the betterment of education which is consistent and within the legal responsibility and authority bestowed upon the Board of Education by the provisions of the law governing the operation of the public schools in this district.

1.3     The Board of Education realizes that a competent and capable staff of employees is the most essential factor in the establishment of a high quality educational program and is desirous to maintain the traditional high level of competence in the employees of Daggett School District.  At all times the Board is receptive to give full consideration to the suggestions and recommendations made by groups, associations, and individuals and of doing all things possible within the scope of its legal authority, fiscal responsibilities, and district interests toward satisfactory solution and settlement of any and all problems and proposals.

1.4     It should be made clear that this policy does not imply that membership in any organization be made a condition of employment in the Daggett School District.  The Board recognizes an individualÕs freedom of choice and an individualÕs right to be heard by the Board without affiliating with an organization.

1.5     The Board fosters the humanism of its relationship with each employee.  It is believed that the obligation of the Board members requires them to continue their quest to provide for the employees a freedom of individual opportunity to achieve the personal goals of perfection and recognition which each may have established.

1.6     Policies affecting staff personnel and the educational program are cooperatively developed.  Policy proposals or recommendations for revision of present policies are made by the Board of Education, the Administration, committees or employees, or all three.  It is recommended that the local associations or representative committees take part in reviewing and revising policies.  Policies or revisions will be adopted only by the Board.

1.7  In the last analysis, the continued growth and development of education in Daggett School District depends upon the harmonious relations of the Board of Education working with all groups, associations, or individuals interested in education and the integrity, honesty and veracity of each.

 

 

 

 

2.     District Governance

2.1     The Board has the power to manage and govern the public schools of the District.

Utah Code Ann. ¤ 53A-3-402

3.     Consultation

3.1     The Board and its administrative personnel may consult with teachers with respect to matters of educational policy and conditions of employment.  The Board may adopt and make reasonable rules, regulations, and agreements to provide for such consultation, but these shall not limit or affect the power of the Board to manage and govern the schools of the District.

4.     Exclusivity and Coercion

4.1     If the Board chooses to engage in consultation, the process shall be structured so that there is no direct or indirect coercion of employees to join or refrain from joining a labor union, labor organization or other type or association.

Utah Code Ann. ¤ 34-34-4 

Utah Code Ann. ¤ 34-34-7

Utah Code Ann. ¤ 34-34-8

5.     Collective Bargaining

5.1     Employees may bargain collectively with the District by and through labor unions, labor organizations or any other type of association. This is not to be construed as granting to district employees the right to strike which action is specifically prohibited.

Utah Code Ann. ¤ 34-34-2 

Utah Code Ann. ¤ 34-34-16

5.2     The term Òlabor organizationÓ means any organization of any kind, or any agency or employee, representation committee, or plan, in which employees participate and which exists for the purpose, in whole or in part, of dealing with one or more employers concerning grievances, labor disputes, wages, rates of pay, hours of employment, or conditions of work.

6.     Privileges to Employee Organizations

6.1     The District may distinguish among associations on the basis of proportionate membership if it ensures that any distinguishing policies and customs are reasonable and not coercive.

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