Why did the board meet in closed session?

They invoked Iowa Code sections allowing private discussion of superintendent candidate interviews and related personnel matters.

When did the special meeting take place?

The meeting occurred Tuesday, May 8, 2026, starting at 11:45 a.m.

Who attended the board meeting?

Board members Bill Young, Mark Hulsebus, Brock Westfall, Matt Doty, and Tony Sciumbato were present.

Public Hearing — Donnellson

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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.

Key Takeaways

Special board meeting held May 8, 2026 at 11:45 a.m.
Superintendent finalist interviews conducted in closed session
Closed sessions invoked under Iowa Code §21.5(1)(a) and (i)
Board members present: Young, Hulsebus, Westfall, Doty, Sciumbato

Published: May 19, 2026 · today
Category: Public Hearing
City: Donnellson

Research context

3 public hearing notices in Donnellson (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Request meeting minutes or records
Contact Central Lee CSD district office to request minutes or records of actions taken after the closed sessions.
2
Monitor board announcements
Watch for a public announcement about superintendent selection or next public meeting for decisions resulting from May 8 closed sessions.

Frequently asked questions

Why did the board meet in closed session?: They invoked Iowa Code sections allowing private discussion of superintendent candidate interviews and related personnel matters.
When did the special meeting take place?: The meeting occurred Tuesday, May 8, 2026, starting at 11:45 a.m.
Who attended the board meeting?: Board members Bill Young, Mark Hulsebus, Brock Westfall, Matt Doty, and Tony Sciumbato were present.

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Legal terms in this notice

Closed Session: A private meeting portion where the public is excluded for specific legal reasons.
Iowa Code §21.5(1)(a): Allows closed meetings to discuss personnel matters about individuals.
Iowa Code §21.5(1)(i): Permits closed meetings for deliberations of employment contracts or negotiations.

Full Notice Text

Public Notice Public NoticeThe Board of Directors of Central Lee Community School District metfor a special session on Tuesday, May 8, 2026 at 11:45 a.m. with BillYoung, Mark Hulsebus, Brock Westfall, Matt Doty, Tony Sciumbatopresent to answer roll call. President Young called the meeting toorder. Approved agenda Moved into Closed Session in Accordancewith Iowa Code Sections 21.5(1)(a) and 21.5(1)(i) - SuperintendentFinalists Interviews. Young- Ey, Hulsebus- Ey, Westfall- Ey, Doty- Ey,Sciumbato - Ey Moved back to open session Moved into ClosedSession in Accordance with Iowa Code Sections 21.5(1)(a) and 21.5(1)(i) - Superintendent Finalists Interviews. Young- Ey, Hulsebus- Ey,Westfall- Ey, Doty- Ey, Sciumbato - Ey Moved back to open sessionMoved into Closed Session in Accordance with Iowa Code Sections21.5(1)(a) and 21.5(1)(i) - Superintendent Finalists Interviews. Young-Ey, Hulsebus- Ey, Westfall- Ey, D

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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

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.

May 9, 2026Public HearingDonnellson