What was decided at the May 5, 2026 Central Lee school board meeting?

The board held a closed-session deliberation on superintendent finalists; no final decision is reported in these minutes.

When will the minutes from the May 5 meeting become official?

They will become official when approved at the board's regular meeting on May 12, 2026.

Why was the meeting held in closed session?

The board cited Iowa Code sections allowing closed deliberations on personnel and superintendent candidate evaluations.

Public Hearing — Donnellson

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Central Lee Community School District held a special board meeting May 5, 2026 to deliberate superintendent finalists in closed session under Iowa Code. The meeting minutes are unofficial until approved at the regular May 12, 2026 board meeting.

Key Takeaways

Special board meeting held May 5, 2026 at 7:00 a.m.
Closed session for superintendent finalist deliberations
Moved back to open session and adjourned at 7:55 a.m.
Minutes unofficial until May 12, 2026 approval

Published: May 9, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Public Hearing
City: Donnellson

Research context

3 public hearing notices in Donnellson (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Attend or review May 12, 2026 board meeting
Check the May 12, 2026 regular meeting agenda to see if minutes are approved or any superintendent action is announced.
2
Contact board secretary for records
Request official minutes or confirmation from Amanda Brown, Board Secretary, after the May 12 meeting.

Frequently asked questions

What was decided at the May 5, 2026 Central Lee school board meeting?: The board held a closed-session deliberation on superintendent finalists; no final decision is reported in these minutes.
When will the minutes from the May 5 meeting become official?: They will become official when approved at the board's regular meeting on May 12, 2026.
Why was the meeting held in closed session?: The board cited Iowa Code sections allowing closed deliberations on personnel and superintendent candidate evaluations.

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Legal terms in this notice

Closed Session: A private portion of a public meeting allowed by law for limited topics, not open to the public.
Iowa Code 21.5(1)(a): Permits closed meetings for personnel matters involving specific individuals.
Iowa Code 21.5(1)(i): Permits closed meetings for evaluation of candidates for appointment.

Full Notice Text

Public Notice Public NoticeThe Board of Directors of Central Lee Community School District metfor a special session on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. with BillYoung, Mark Hulsebus, Brock Westfall, Matt Doty, Tony Sciumbatopresent to answer roll call. President Young called the meeting to order.Approved agendaMoved into Closed Session in Accordance with Iowa Code Sections21.5(1)(a) and 21.5(1)(i) - Deliberation on Superintendent Finalists.Young- Ey, Hulsebus- Ey, Westfall- Ey, Doty- Ey, Sciumbato - EyMoved back to open sessionAdjourned at 7:55 AMThe above are the unofficial minutes of the Board of Education, and willnot become official until approved by the board at their next regularmeeting, May 12, 2026.BILL YOUNG, BOARD PRESIDENTAMANDA BROWN BOARD SECRETARYPublished in Daily Democrat on May 9, 2026

Related Notices

Notice

DateCategoryCity

Central Lee Community School District held a regular board meeting on May 12, 2026, where trustees conducted routine business and held a public hearing to consider and approve a FY2025–2026 budget amendment. The board approved the amended 2025–2026 budget and other district matters.

May 19, 2026Public HearingDonnellson

The Central Lee Community School District board held a special meeting May 8, 2026 to interview superintendent finalists in repeated closed sessions under Iowa Code. The board conducted votes to enter and exit closed sessions during the process.

May 19, 2026Public HearingDonnellson