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Matched Legal Cases: ['§ 274', '§ 274', '§ 28', '§ 274', '§ 69', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 1983', '§ 279', '§ 279', '§ 12', '§ 279', '§ 21', '§ 274', '§ 279', '§ 277', '§ 279', '§ 279', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 21', '§ 279']

Policy Title: Organization of the Board of Directors Code No. 200.1
The Oskaloosa Community School District Board is authorized by and derives its organization from Iowa law. The Board will consist of 7 Board Members. Board Members are elected at-large by director district.
The organizational meeting allows the outgoing Board to approve minutes of its previous meetings, complete unfinished business, and review the school election results. The retiring Board will adjourn and the new Board will then begin. The School Board Secretary will administer the oath of office to the newly-elected Board Members. The School Board Secretary will preside while the new Board elects the president and vice-president of the new Board.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 274.2; 275.23A; 277.23, .28, .31; 279.1, .5, .7, .8, .33 (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.3(2).
Cross Reference: 202 Board of Directors Members; 206.1 President; 206.2 Vice-President; 210 Board of Directors' Meetings.
200.1R1 Organizational Meeting Procedures Regulation
Administrative Regulation: Organizational Meeting Procedures Code No. 200.1R1
The Board will hold its organizational meeting annually at the first regular meeting following the canvas of votes. Notice of the meeting’s place and time will be given by the Board Secretary to each member, member-elect and the public.
Other items. If any member of the Board feels the Board should consider any unfinished business, even if only to identify it as un-finished business, the member should address the issue at this time.
Board Secretary, as president pro tem, will preside over the meeting until a new Board President is elected.
Election of a President of the Board. The president pro tem calls for nominations; nominations need not be seconded. The Board will then vote on the nominations. The secretary will announce the result of the vote, and the Board Secretary shall administer the oath of office to the newly elected president and the new elected president will assume the chair.
Election of the vice-president. The president of the Board will call for nominations; the nominations need not be seconded. The Board will then vote on the nominations. The president will announce the results and administer the oath of office to the vice-president.
7. Board resolution of appreciation recognizing the public service rendered by retiring Board Members.
8. Determination of dates, times, and places for regular meetings of the Board
9. Board resolution to define the operating rules and practices that will be followed by the new Board
10. Board resolution to authorize the interim payment of bills pursuant to policy 705.5
If any office of the Board should become vacant between organizational meetings, such office will be filled by the remaining members of the Board in accordance with this policy.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 274.2, 275.23A, 277.23, 28, 31, 279.1, .5, .7, .8 281 (2013)
Cross Reference: 202 Board of Directors Members; 206.1 President; 206.2 Vice-President; 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings
200.2 Power of the Board of Directors
Policy Title: Powers of the Board of Directors Code No. 200.2
Legal Reference: Board of Directors of Ind. School Dist. of Waterloo v. Green, 259 Iowa 1260, 147 N.W.2d 854 (1967); Iowa Code §§ 28E; 274.1-.2; 279.8 (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.1(2); 1990 Op. Att'y Gen. 66.
Policy Title: Responsibilities of the Board of Directors Code No. 200.3
It is the responsibility of the Board, under the Board's executive duty, to select its chief executive officer, the superintendent, to operate the School District on the Board's behalf. The Board delegates to the Superintendent its authority to carry out Board policy, to formulate and carry out rules and regulations and to handle the administrative details in a manner which, supports and is consistent with Board policy.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 274.1; 279.1, .8, .20; 280.12 (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.3(2).
Cross Reference: 101 Educational Philosophy of the School District; 103 Long-Range Needs Assessment; 209 Board of Directors' Management Procedures; 600 Goals and Objectives of the Education Program
Policy Title: Qualifications Code No. 202.1
Individuals who are willing to serve on the Board should believe public education is important, support the democratic process, willingly devote time and energy to Board work, respect educators, and have the ability to examine the facts and make a decision. The Board believes an individual considering a position on the School Board should possess these characteristics.
Cross Reference: 201 Board of Directors' Elections; 202.4 Vacancies; 203 Board of Directors' Conflict of Interest
Policy Title: Oath of Office Code No. 202.2
Cross Reference: 200.1 Organization of the Board of Directors; 201 Board of Directors' Elections; 202 Board of Directors Members; 204 Code of Ethics; 206 Board of Directors' Officers
Policy Title: Term of Office Code No. 202.3
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 69.12; 274.7; 279.6-.7 (2013).
Cross Reference: 201 Board of Directors' Elections; 202 Board of Directors Members
Policy Title: Vacancies
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21.6; 277.29; 279. Good v. Crouch, 397 N.W.2d 757 (Iowa 1986); Board of Directors of Grimes Independent School Dist. v. County Board of Public Instruction of Polk Co., 257 Iowa 106, 131 N.W.2d 802 (1965); Board of Directors of Menlo Consol. School Dist. v. Blakesburg, 240 Iowa 910, 36 N.W.2d 751 (1949); 1944 Op. Att'y Gen. 39.
Policy Title: Code of Ethics Code No. 204
I will express my honest and most thoughtful opinions frankly in board meetings in an effort to have decisions made for the best interest of the children and the education program.
I will carefully consider petitions, resolutions, and complaints and will act in the best interest of the School District.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21.6(3)(d); 68B; 69; 277.28; 279.l7A, 279.8, 301.28 (2013)
Cross Reference: 202 Board of Directors Members; 203 Board of Directors’ Conflict of Interest
Policy Title: Board Member Liability Code No. 205
Legal Reference: Wood v. Strickland, 420 U.S. 308 (1975); 42 U.S.C. §§ 1983, 1985 (2012); Iowa Code ch. 670 (2013)
See individual officer descriptions/policies.
Policy Title: President Code No. 206.1
The President of the Board is elected by a majority vote at the organizational meeting to serve a one-year term of office.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 279.1-.2; 291.1 (2013)
Cross Reference: 200.1 Organization of the Board of Directors; 202.2 Oath of Office; 206.2 Vice-President
Policy Title: Vice-President Code No. 206.2
If the Board President is unable or unwilling to carry out the duties required, it is the responsibility of the Vice-President of the Board to carry out the duties of the President. If the President is unable or unwilling to complete the term of office, the Vice-President will serve as President for the balance of the President’s term of office, and a new Vice-President will be elected.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code § 279.5 (2013)
Cross Reference: 200.1 Organization of the Board of Directors; 202.2 Oath of Office; 206.1 President
Policy Title: Secretary – Treasurer Code No. 206.3
A Board Secretary-Treasurer may be appointed from employees, other than a position requiring a teaching certificate, or from the public. To finalize the appointment, the Board Secretary-Treasurer will take the oath of office during the meeting at which the individual was appointed or no later than ten days thereafter.
It is the responsibility of the Board Secretary-Treasurer, as custodian of school district records, to preserve and maintain the records and documents pertaining to the business of the Board; to keep complete minutes of special and regular board meetings, including closed sessions; to keep a record of the results of regular and special elections; to keep an accurate account of school funds; and to sign warrants drawn on the school funds after board approval. The Board Secretary-Treasurer will also be responsible for filing the required reports with the Iowa Department of Education.
It is the responsibility of the Board Secretary-Treasurer to oversee the investment portfolio, to receive funds of the School District, to pay out the funds for expenses approved by the Board, to maintain accurate accounting records for each fund, to report monthly regarding the investment portfolio and the status of each fund and to file required reports with the appropriate state agencies and other entities. It will also be the responsibility of the Board Secretary-Treasurer to coordinate the financial records, the financial reports, the cash flow needs, and the investment portfolio of the School District.
In the event the Board Secretary-Treasurer is unable to fulfill the responsibilities set out by the Board and the law, the Superintendent will assume those duties until the Board Secretary-Treasurer is able to resume or a new Board Secretary-Treasurer is appointed.
The Board Secretary-Treasurer will give bond in an amount set by the Board. The cost of the bond will be paid by the School District.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 12B.10; 12C; 64; 279.3, .5, .7, .31-.33, .35; 291.2-.4, .6-.12, .14; 299.10, (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.3(1); 1978 Op. Att'y Gen. 328.
Cross Reference: 202.2 Oath of Office; 210.1 Annual Meeting; 215 Board of Directors’ Records; 704.3 Investments; 707 Fiscal Reports; 708 Care, Maintenance and Disposal of School District Records
Policy Title: Board of Directors’ Legal Counsel
The superintendent and board secretary will have the authority to contact the board’s legal counsel on behalf of the board when the superintendent or board secretary believes it is necessary for the management of the school district. The board president may contact and seek advice from the school board’s legal counsel. The board’s legal counsel will attend both regular and special school board meetings upon the request of the board or the superintendent. Board members may contact legal counsel upon approval of a majority of the board. It is the responsibility of each board member to pay the legal fees, if any, of an attorney the board member consulted regarding matters of the school district unless the board has authorized the board member to consult an attorney on the matter.
Legal Reference: Bishop v. Iowa State Board of Public Instruction, 395 N.W.2d 888 (32a 1986); Iowa Code § 279.37 (2013)
Policy Title: Ad Hoc Committees Code No. 208
Whenever the Board deems it necessary, the Board may appoint a committee composed of citizens, employees, or students to assist the Board. Committees formed by the Board are ad hoc committees.
An ad hoc committee may be formed by board resolution which will outline the duties and purpose of the committee. The committee is advisory in nature and has no duty or responsibility other than that specifically stated in the board resolution. The committee will automatically dissolve upon the delivery of its final recommendation to the Board or upon completion of the duties outlined in the board resolution. The Board will receive the report of the committee for consideration. The Board retains the authority to make a final decision on the issue. The committee will be subject to the open meetings law if the committee is established by statute or if the committee makes policy recommendations and is established or approved by the Board.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21; 279.8; 280.12(2) (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.3(3), .3(8); .5(8); O.A.G., Nov. 18, 1993
Cross Reference: 103 Long-Range Needs Assessment; 211 Open Meetings; 212 Closed Sessions; 215 Board of Directors’ Records; 605.1 Instructional Materials Selection; 900 Principles and Objectives for Community Relations
Code No. 208.1E1
AD HOC COMMITTEES EXHIBIT
The specific purpose of each ad hoc committee varies. Generally, the primary function of an ad hoc committee is to give specific advice and suggestions. The advice and suggestions should focus on the purpose and duties stated in the board resolution establishing the committee. It is the Board’s role to take action based on information received from the ad hoc committee and other sources. Ad hoc committees will be subject to the open meetings law.
Ad hoc committee members may be appointed by the Board. The Board may request input from individuals or organizations, or it may seek volunteers to serve. Only the Board or Superintendent has the authority to appoint members to an ad hoc committee. The Board must follow the legal limitations or requirements regarding the membership of an ad hoc committee.
See policies listed below.
Policy Title: Development of Policy Code No. 209.1
Policy statements may be proposed by a board member, administrator, employee, student, or member of the school district community. Proposed policy statements or ideas will be submitted to the Superintendent’s office for possible placement on the board agenda. It is the responsibility of the Superintendent to bring these proposals to the attention of the Board.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 274.1-.2; 279.8 (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.3(2); 1970 Op. Att'y Gen. 287
Cross Reference: 101 Educational Philosophy of the School District; 200.2 Powers of the Board of Directors; 200.3 Responsibilities of the Board of Directors; 209 Board of Directors’ Management Procedures
Policy Title: Adoption of Policy Code No. 209.2
Legal Reference: Iowa Code § 279.8 (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.3(2); 1970 Op. Att'y Gen. 287
Cross Reference: 200.2 Powers of the Board of Directors; 200.3 Responsibilities of the Board of Directors; 209 Board of Directors’ Management Procedures
Policy Title: Dissemination of Policy Code No. 209.3
Board policy shall be provided to and available at each attendance center and the Central Administration office. Each board member will have a personal copy of policy either in electronic or traditional format. Persons wishing to review board policy may contact the Board Secretary who will make a policy manual available for inspection or access the district’s web site to view the policy manual.
It is the responsibility of the Board Secretary to ensure new and revised policies are distributed in accordance with the dissemination requirements of this policy. Copies of changes in board policy will be included in or attached to the minutes of the meeting in which the final action was taken to adopt the new or revised policy.
It is the responsibility of each board member, during the board member’s term of office to assist the Board Secretary to update the policy format in their possession. Board members shall return to the district, policy in their possession at the conclusion of the board member’s term of office.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 277.31; 279.8 (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.3(2)
Cross Reference: 200.3 Responsibilities of the Board of Directors; 209 Board of Director’s Management Procedures
Policy Title: Suspension of Policy Code No. 209.4
Generally, the Board will follow board policy and enforce it equitably. The Board, an only the Board, may, in extreme emergencies of a very unique nature, suspend policy. It is within the discretion of the Board to determine when an extreme emergency of a very unique nature exists. Reasons for suspension of board policy will be documented in board minutes.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code § 279.8 (2013); 281 I.A.C. 12.3(2)
209.5 Administration in Absence of Policy
Policy Title: Administration in the Absence of Policy Code No. 209.5
Cross Reference: 200.3 Responsibilities of the Board of Directors; 209 Board of Directors’ Management Procedures; 302.4 Superintendent Duties; 304 Policy Implementation
209.6 Review and Revisions of Policy
Policy Title: Review and Revision of Policy Code No. 209.6
The Board will review one-fifth of the policy manual annually, the numerical section to be reviewed will be at the Superintendent’s discretion.
Non-instructional Operations and Business Services, Buildings and Sites, School District-Community Relations (Series 700, 800 and 900)
If the policy is revised because of a legal change over which the Board has no control or a change which is minor, the policy may be approved at one meeting at the discretion of the Board.
Policy Title: Review of Administrative Regulations Code No. 209.7
It is the responsibility of the Superintendent to develop administrative regulations to implement the board policies. The regulations, including handbooks, will be approved or reviewed by the Board prior to their use in the School District.
Policy Title: Annual Meeting Code No. 210.1
Each year after August 31, and prior to the organizational meeting of the Board in odd-numbered years, the Board will hold its annual meeting.
At the Annual Meeting, the Board will examine the financial books and settle the Secretary’s and Treasurer’s statements for the fiscal year ending the preceding June 30. As part of the annual reports, the Treasurer will present affidavits from depository banks. The Board may also appoint the Board’s legal counsel at the annual meeting.
The Board Treasurer will also update the Board on the progress of certification for the State Certified Annual Report, as well as the current schedule for audit procedures and completion of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, including Audit Report.
The Board Treasurer will also furnish to the Board a statement from each depository showing the balance then on deposit at the depository. If the Secretary or Treasurer fails to provide proper reports, the Board shall take action to obtain the balance information.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 279.1, .3, .33 (2013)
Cross Reference: 206.3 Secretary; 206.4 Treasurer; 701.1 Depository of Funds; 707 Fiscal Reports
Policy Title: Regular Meeting
Code No. 210.2
The regular meeting time and date will be set by the Board at its organizational meeting. The regular meetings of the Board will be held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:00PM. At each month's regular meeting the Board will determine if a second meeting of that month will be necessary and if so, what the tentative agenda items will be for that meeting. Any second meeting of a month for the Board will be held on the fourth Tuesday at 6:00PM. This date may be changed if it is not convenient for the Board. Proper public notice of all meetings will be given.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21.3, .4; 279.1 (2013); 1980 Op. Att'y Gen. 148
Cross Reference: 200.1 Organization of the Board of Directors; 210 Board of Directors' Meetings
Policy Title: Special Meeting Code No. 210.3
It may be necessary for the Board to conduct a special meeting in addition to the regularly scheduled board meetings. Special meetings may be called by the President of the Board or by the Board Secretary at the request of a majority of the Board. Should a special meeting be called, public notice will be given.
If the special meeting called is an emergency meeting and the Board cannot give public notice in its usual manner, the Board will give public notice of the meeting as soon as practical and possible in light of the situation. Emergency meetings will only be held when an issue cannot wait the twenty-four hours necessary for a special meeting. The reason for the emergency meeting and why notice in its usual manner could not be given will be stated in the minutes.
Cross Reference: 200.1 Organization of the Board of Directors; 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings
Policy Title: Work Sessions Code No. 210.4
The Board, as a decision making body, is confronted with a continuing flow of problems, issues and needs which require action. While the Board is determined to expedite its business, it is also mindful of the importance of planning, brainstorming, and thoughtful discussion without action. Therefore, the Board may schedule work sessions and retreats in order to provide its members and the administration with such opportunities. The Board has the authority to hire an outside facilitator to assist them in work sessions.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21; 279.8 (2013); 1982 Op. Att'y Gen. 162; 1980 Op. Att'y Gen. 167; 1976 Op. Att'y Gen. 384, 514, 765; 1972 Op. Att'y Gen. 158; 1970 Op. Att'y Gen. 287
Cross Reference: 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings; 211 Open Meetings
Policy Title: Meeting Notice Code No. 210.5
Public notice will be given for meetings and work sessions held by the Board. Public notice will indicate the time, place, date, and tentative agenda of board meetings. The public notice will be posted on the bulletin board in the Central Administration Office and on the exterior door window of the George Daily Auditorium at least 2 days before it is scheduled, but, at the minimum, twenty-four hours notice needs to be given.
A copy of the public notice will be provided to those who have filed a request for notice with the Secretary. These requests for notice must be in writing. A copy of the public notice will also be accessible to employees and students. Proof of notice shall be retained in the Central Office.
Legal Reference: Dobrovolny v. Reinhardt, 173 N.W.2d 837 (Iowa 1970); Iowa Code §§ 21.2-.4; 279.1, .2 (2013); 1952 Op. Att'y Gen. 133
Cross Reference: 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings; 210.8 Board of Directors’ Meeting Agenda
Policy Title: Quorum Code No. 210.6
While board members are encouraged to attend board meetings, four (4) members will constitute a quorum and are a sufficient number to transact business of the school corporation. The adjournment of a meeting may be executed without a quorum.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21.5(1); 279.4 (2013)
Cross Reference: 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings
Policy Title: Rules of Order Code No. 210.7
The Board will follow Robert’s Rule of Order, Revised, latest edition as modified by this policy and subsequent rule.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21.2, .7; 279.8 (2013)
Cross Reference: 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings; 210.8 Board Meeting Agenda
Policy Title: Board Meeting Agenda Code No. 210.8
Persons requesting to place an item on the agenda must make a request to the Superintendent prior to the drafting of the tentative agenda. The person making the request must state the person’s name, address, purpose of the presentation, action desired, and pertinent background information. Requests from the public may be added to the tentative agenda at the discretion of the Superintendent after consultation with the Board President. Requests received after the deadline may only be added to the agenda for good cause.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21; 279.8 (2013); 1980 Op. Att'y Gen.
Cross Reference: 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings; 211 Open Meetings; 213 Public Participation in Board Meetings; 215 Board of Directors’ Records; 402.5 Public Complaints About Employees; 502.4 Student Complaints and Grievances
Policy Title: Open Meetings Code No. 211
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21; 279.1-.2 (2013); 1982 Op. Att'y Gen. 162; 1980 Op. Att'y Gen. 167
Cross Reference: 208 Ad Hoc Committees; 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings; 210.8 Board Meeting Agenda; 212 Closed Sessions
Policy Title: Public Participation in Board Meetings Code No. 213
The Board recognizes the importance of citizen participation in school district matters. In order to assure citizens are heard and board meetings are conducted efficiently and in an organized manner, the Board will set time aside for citizen participation, either at a specific time during the meeting or during the discussion of agenda items. Citizens wishing to address the board on a certain agenda item must notify the Superintendent prior to the board meeting. Citizens wishing to present petitions to the Board may do so at this time. However, the Board will only receive the petitions and not act upon them or their contents. The Board has the discretion to limit the amount of time set aside for public participation. District staff members will be asked to follow internal protocol to voice issues, concerns, and complaints.
If the pressure of business or other circumstances dictate, the Board President may decide to eliminate this practice. The Board President will recognize these individuals to make their comments at the appropriate time. The orderly process of the board meeting will not be interfered with or disrupted. Only those speakers recognized by the Board President will be allowed to speak. Comments will be limited to 5 minutes. Comments by others are out of order. If disruptive, the individual making the comments or another individual causing disruption may be asked to leave the board meeting.
Individuals who have a complaint about employees may bring their complaint to the Board only after they have followed board policy addressing citizens’ complaints. Students who have a complaint may only bring their complaint to the Board after they have followed board policy addressing students’ complaints
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21; 22; 279.8 (2013)
Cross Reference: 205 Board Member Liability; 210.8 Board Meeting Agenda; 214 Public Hearings; 307 Communication Channels; 401.4 Employee Complaints; 402.5 Public Complaints About Employees; 502.4 Student Complaints and Grievances
213.1R1 General Complaints By Citizens Regulation
Administrative Regulation: General Complaints by Citizens Code No. 213.1R1
complaints should be dealt with courteously and in a constructive manner; and
Specific procedures for handling complaints may be established in policies. The Board, consistent with its board policy-making role, will deal with complaints concerning specific schools, programs, or procedures only after the usual channels have been exhausted. Complaints regarding employees or complaints by students will follow the more specific policies on those issues.
When a complaint requiring attention is received by the Board or a Board member, it will be referred to the Superintendent. After all of the channels have been exhausted, the complainant may appeal to the Board by requesting a place on the Board agenda or during the public audience portion of the Board meeting. If the complainant appeals to the Board, the appeal will be in writing, signed, and explain the process followed by the complainant prior to the appeal to the Board.
Policy Title: Public Hearings Code No. 214
Public hearings may be held on school district matters at the discretion of the Board. Public notice of a public hearing will be in the same manner as for a board meeting except that the notice will be given at least ten days before the hearing is to be held unless it is impossible or impractical to do so.
At public hearings, citizens of the District who register at the door will be allowed to speak on the issue for which the public hearing is being held. Others may be allowed to speak at the Board’s discretion. Speakers are asked to keep their remarks as brief as possible. Prior to the beginning of the hearing, speakers and spectators will be apprised of the rules of order to be followed regarding time limitations, questions, remarks, and rebuttals. In no event will a speaker be allowed to take the time of another speaker.
The Board will conduct public hearings in an orderly fashion. At the beginning of the hearing, statements, background materials, and public hearing rules and procedures will be presented by the Board president. The Board president will recognize the speakers. A board member may ask questions of the speakers after receiving permission from the Board president. Only those speakers recognized by the chair will be allowed to speak. Comments by others are out of order. Individuals who interfere with or interrupt speakers, the Board, or the proceedings will be asked to leave.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code §§ 21; 26.12; Ch. 24; 279.8, .10; 297.22 (2013)
Cross Reference: 210 Board of Directors’ Meetings; 213 Public Participation in Board Meetings; 601.1 School Calendar; 703.1 Budget Planning
Policy Title: Association Membership Code No. 216.1
Cross Reference: 216.2 Board of Directors’ Member Development and Training
Policy Title: Board of Directors’ Member Development & Training Code No. 216.2
Cross Reference: 216.1 Association Membership
Policy Title: Board of Directors’ Member Compensation and Expenses Code No. 216.3
Prior to reimbursement of actual and necessary expenses, the board member must submit a detailed receipt indicating the date, purpose, and nature of the expense for each claim item. A credit card receipt is generally not considered a detailed receipt. Failure to provide a detailed receipt will make the expense non-reimbursable. Personal expenses will be reimbursed by the board member to the School District no later than ten working days following the date of the expense. In exceptional circumstances, the Board may allow a claim without proper receipt. Written documentation explaining the exceptional circumstances will be maintained as part of the School District’s record of the claim.
Legal Reference: Iowa Code § 279.38 (2013)
Cross Reference: 203 Board of Directors’ Conflict of Interest; 401.7 Employee Travel Compensation; 401.10 Credit Cards