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March 8, 2010

Board approves number of construction bids

Jenah Kastelic Woodward News

Woodward, Okla. — Numerous construction bids for the Early Childhood Center, Agricultural Education Building and Hitting/ Weight Room Facility were approved during the Woodward Board of Education’s regular meeting Monday.

Board members approved a total of approximately $127,000 in connection with six projects relating to the construction of a hitting facility/ weight room at Woodward High School.  Two of the largest projects approved include a contract for electrical to Woodward Plumbing and Electric in the amount of $49,660 and a contract for framing, drywall and sheathing to TDL Construction in the amount of $27,289.

More than $300,000 in bids were approved for 10 different projects related to the construction of the ag barn at WHS.  These projects vary from painting to electrical work, and include another contract for electric in the amount of  $59,475 to Woodward Plumbing and Electric. 

During an open session, kindergarten teacher LeeAnn Stone addressed the board regarding the ECC.  She expressed her concern about decisions being voted on for the ECC and encouraged them to listen more “to the teachers and principals in this district.”

“To be just within budget, as we have been told by the architect, is not good enough.  If we can make the budget go farther by choosing a less expensive route then we should do that,” said Stone.

Later in the meeting, Architect Jim Hassenbeck answered questions from the board regarding the bid for landscaping and irrigation at the ECC.  The board also directed a question regarding the bid amount for irrigation to audience member Ron Littau, of Littau Irrigation.

After discussion, board members voted to reject the entire bid, and Hassenback said bidding will be re-opened.

Also during the meeting the board accepted a bronze statue donation from Stock Exchange Bank for the ECC, as well as a donation from Aaron’s Sales who will provide the ECC with two 52-inch televisions.

In other business the board accepted a proposal for an extension of the Wednesday flex schedule at WHS, and a contract renewal with Charles W. Carroll P.A. for the FY 2009-2010 audit to be conducted in FY 2010-2011.

After other routine items such as the superintendent’s report and treasure’s report were approved, the board voted to convene into executive session to discuss Superintendent Vickie Williams’ contract for 2010-2011 and administrative salary.

Williams did not request any change to her salary or administrative schedule.  It was approved by the board when it reconvened into open session, and the meeting was adjourned.

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