June 16, 2025 at 5:30 PM - Omaha Public Schools Board of Education and Educational Service Unit 19 Board Meeting

Rationale: 

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Rationale:  The Vision:  Every Student.  Every Day.  Prepared for Success.

The Mission:  To prepare all students for success in college, career, and life.

Rationale:  At this time, any Board member may request that any item in the consent agenda be removed from the consent agenda and be considered and voted on separately. 

Rationale:  FUND:  154, Title I Grant Fund
DEPARTMENT:  3631110, Buena Vista HS Instruction
PROGRAM:  1100, Regular Instruction
PROJECT:  448625, Title I Schoolwide - Buena Vista
SUPPLIER: Bess Scott 
POLICY: 7000 III.K, VII.A. 
AMOUNT: $49,500.00 

Administration recommends approval of the attached agreement with Dr. Bess Scott to continue to provide professional learning and coaching at Buena Vista High School.  The Board of Education approved an agreement with Dr. Scott on November 27, 2023 to provide consulting services to Buena Vista High for the 2024-2025 school year. The current agreement includes multiple on-site training sessions for Buena Vista High staff and leadership team from June 2025 through July 2026.  Dr. Bess Scott will provide support and professional learning for leadership and school culture development.  The total amount of this contract is $49,500.00.

Rationale:  In keeping with the provisions of Policy 6213, Standards for Offering Credit Opportunities in Collaboration with Community Agencies or Non-OPS Groups, Administration recommends approval of an agreement between Midland University and Omaha Public Schools for the 2025-2026 school year to extend dual enrollment opportunities for full college credit for Midland University classes taught in an Omaha Public Schools setting.  The class must meet Midland University standards, policies, and objectives. Omaha Public Schools students are offered this opportunity at a reduced rate of tuition of $250 per course, which is fifty-percent of the Midland University Nebraska resident student tuition.

Rationale:  Fund: 176 Misc Federal Grants
Dept: 7043300 Staff Development
Grant: 466425 Title IIA
POLICIES: 7000, V., G.
AMOUNT: $177,900.00

Administration recommends approval of the attached agreement with New Leaders for the 2025-26 school year. New Leaders is a national non-profit organization whose focus is to recruit and train school leaders working toward improving education results for poor and minority students. New Leaders will support Omaha Public School’s leadership development program,  iLead (Institute for Educational Administrator Development) to provide leadership development for aspiring principals to align with our Moonshot goal and all District priorities. The total amount is $177,900.00.

Rationale:  Administration recommends approval of the attached Agreements and Data Protection Agreements with Jostens, Varsity, and Walsworth to be a part of an approved list of firms which schools may select to produce a yearbook. The District undertook a systematic review of Yearbook vendors. As part of that process, the District issued Request for Proposal P008-25 for grades 6-12. Following the initial review of submissions, the evaluation committee met to review all proposals. Utilizing guidance and rubrics, vendors were selected based on analysis of customer service, design & customization, printing & production, photo management, collaboration tools, e-commerce and ordering, ad sales and fundraising tools, proofing and approval process, ordering flexibility, timely delivery and distribution, and professional development and curricular support. The committee selected Jostens, Varsity, and Walsworth as the recommended vendors.  The District will enter into separate individual agreements with the vendor selected by each school.  All individual school contracts will follow District processes for review and approval prior to signature. Each school will be responsible for paying their chosen company for yearbook services from its respective budget.

Rationale:  FUND:    4070     Depreciation Reserve Fund
PROGRAM:   2510     Business Support Services
DEPT.ID: 7062560  Districtwide Technology                 
VENDOR:  9269             CDW Government Solutions, LLC.
POLICIES: 7000, III.K., 7000, V.G  
AMOUNT: $695,430.32

Administration recommends approval to award Bid No. 25-020 to CDW Government Solutions, LLC for the purchase of eight hundred and thirty-nine (839) Classroom Display Televisions. The classroom display televisions will be deployed to instructional areas within the 69 District schools and programs, based on instructional areas that need an updated display option. These devices are used by staff and students to display information and provide instruction.

Bid No. 25-020 had 8 bid responses. Bid responses from Archangel Tablets, LLC, Kijero LLC, Marvol Enterprises, LLC, Striv AV LLC, and Zones LLC are non-compliant due to the warranty not meeting the minimum requirement.

This purchase is part of the Technology Purchase Plan. Previously, these purchases have been purchased by individual school budgets but are now included in the District IMS budget to maintain and refresh equitably across the District, according to the Technology Purchase Plan. 

CDW Government Solutions, LLC was the lowest bidder. The total amount awarded to CDW Government Solutions LLC is $695,430.32.

Supplier	Product	Price per each	Total
CDW Government Solutions, LLC * Option 1	TV001 - 75"	$828.88*	$695,430.32 *
CDW Government Solutions, LLC Option 2	TV001 - 75"	$963.21	$808,133.19
Ferbank Inc. DBA: Visions of Video	TV001 - 75"	$2,558.84	$2,172,036.75
Forte	TV001 - 75"	$852.33	$715,104.87
Archangel Tablets, LLC NC	TV001 - 75"	$751.67	$630,651.13 NC
Kiljero, LLC NC	TV001 - 75"	$697.99	$585,613.61 NC
Marvol Enterprises LLC Option 1 NC	TV001 - 75"	$575.00	$482,425.00 NC
Marvol Enterprises, LLC Option 2 NC	TV001 - 75"	$599.00	$502,561.00 NC
Striv AV, LLC NC	TV001 - 75"	$599.00	$502,561.00 NC
Zone, LLC NC	TV001 - 75"	$733.12	$615,087.68 NC

* = Awarded low-priced item meeting specifications from a compliant bidder.

NC = non-compliant does not meet the specifications within the bid document

For complete bid documentation contact Terry.Scales@ops.org.

Rationale:  FUND:     01 - General Fund
PROGRAM:  2510 - Business Support Services
DEPT. ID: 7166600 Schoolhouse Planning         
SUPPLIER: Workspace Flooring, LLC
POLICIES: 7000, III.K, 7000, VII.A, 7000, VII.D
AMOUNT: $119,083.00

Administration recommends approval to Award Bid No. 25-024 to Workspace Flooring, LLC for the Mount View Elementary Flooring Replacement Project. This project will replace flooring in all classrooms, common learning spaces, and administrative and health offices, which have reached the end of their service life. The project does not include the replacement of specialty and hard surfaces, such as flooring in the gym, storage room, restrooms, stairwells, and entry corridors, which are still maintainable. Furthermore, Administration recommends the acceptance of Alternate #1, which will install vinyl composite tiles, which have a longer service life, in the hallways in lieu of the base bid of carpet.

The District received 4 bid responses. Commercial Flooring Systems Inc., Floor Fashions, Kelly’s Carpet Ltd., and Workspace Flooring, LLC. The low bidder received from Workspace Flooring, LLC. was within the pre-bid estimate and the allotted project budget. Administration recommends awarding Bid No. 25-024 to Workspace Flooring. The total price of the bid is $119,083.00.
 

Vendor	Base Bid	Alternate #1
Commercial Flooring Systems Inc	$141,625.00	$8,085.00
Floor Fashions	$137,000.00	$18,000.00
Kelly’s Carpet Ltd.	$147,155.00	$10,114.00
Workspace Flooring, LLC*	$114,749.00*	$4,334.00*

      *Apparent Low Bidder meeting the specifications.

For complete bid documentation, contact Debra.Failor@ops.org.

Rationale:  FUND:       4012  - Prop Uninsured Loss Reserve Fund
PROGRAM:    2591  - Building and Sites 
DEPT. ID:   8770020 Lewis & Clark MS Facility
SUPPLIER:   Scott Enterprises
POLICY:     7000 IV. C.
AMOUNT:     $74,861.00 

Administration recommends Board of Education approval of Change Order No. 001 to Bid No. 25-012 for Lewis & Clark Roof Reskin, Sections B1, B2, I1, I2, J1, and J2, Summer 2025, which was approved on May 19, 2025.  Portions of the Lewis & Clark roof were damaged by straight-line winds on July 31, 2024, compromising the structural bond between the original insulation and the concrete deck.  Shortly after commencing the project, it was determined that, in order to obtain the warranty that covers the roof for storms with up to 90 mph winds, the new roofing materials will need to be mechanically fastened to the concrete deck because of the condition of the existing materials. (Additional $74,861.00 for a Revised Total of $392,922.00). 
 

Total Amount of Change Order No. 001 - Add	$74,861.00
Original Contract Amount:	$318,061.00
Previously Approved Changes	$0.00
Change Order No. 001 - Add	$74,861.00
Total Revised Contract Amount	$392,922.00
Amount Paid to Date	$0.00
Amount Remaining	$392,922.00

Rationale:  FUND: 31 Special Building Fund 
PROGRAM:  2510 Business Support Services 
DEPT.:  7166600 Schoolhouse Planning 
SUPPLIER: Cheever Construction Co. 
POLICIES: 7000, IV.C. 
AMOUNT: $69,079.00 
 
Administration recommends approval of change order No. 003 for Cheever Construction Co. on Bid No. 24-017 for the OPS - Mills Building Printing and Publication Remodel which was approved by the Board on January 11, 2024: 

Changes are as follows:
 

CHE-016	Infill framing and Patch existing Holes at walls of Reception 124 that were discovered above demoed ceiling	Add	$1,345.00
CHE-019	Exterior Stair Changes -structural footing and support walls are required at stairs that provide access from the east parking lot to the main entry level.	Add	$13,934.00
CHE-022	Replace Existing Office Receptacles (28) and 3 GFI receptacles to match new outlets and cover plates installed as part of the new work	Add	$4,474.00
CHE-024	Add Exhaust Ductwork to restroom 131/132.  The existing restrooms did not have ductwork that ran to them.	Add	$1,204.00
CHE-025	Install parking lot flume with metal cover to allow new parking lot to drain into exiting parking lot in lieu of draining to the street.	Add	$6,043.00
CHE-026	Install 3 exit lights to stairwell 137 required per code, due to addition of door added to vestibule 136.	Add	$2,534.00
CHE-032	Extend FTP Site Service to provide consistency in Submittal Exchange past substantial completion to capture closeout and change order completion.	Add	$1,315.00
CHE-035	Replace 3 existing patch panels, new fiber enclosure and re-terminate existing data cables required to accommodate data network needs in IT Room 130A.	Add	$6,767.00
RFP-007R	Provide 60 additional feet of underground conduit for Primary Conduits per recommendation by OPPD for future electrical service upgrade.	Add	$7,122.00
RFP-008	Install steel angles to protect exposed pipes and conduits from accidental impacts by forklifts or pallet jacks	Add	$9,726.00
RFP-009	Reception 124 Block remove abandoned and exposed conduits and install 107 feet of new millwork cornice to cover exposed conduits previously concealed by drop ceiling.	Add	$14,615.00
	Total for this Change Order	Add	$69,079.00

Total Amount of Change Order No. 003 Add	$   69,079.00
Original Contract Amount:	$ 3,326,500.00
Previously Approved Changes:	$   995,080.00
Change Order No. 003 - Add	$   69,079.00
Total Revised Contract Amount:	$ 4,390,659.00
Amount Paid to Date	$ 4,040,056.18
Amount Remaining	$ 350,602.82

Rationale:  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds.  Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report.  Claims Report A is a listing of all District expenditures and are organized and presented to the Board by which fund the expenditure is being made from (e.g. General Fund, Bond Fund, etc.).

Rationale:  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of funds for which the District serves as custodian.  Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report.  Claims Report B is a listing of expenditures from the various Student Activity Funds for which the Board serves as custodian.

Rationale:  Board Members are prohibited by Nebraska law from voting on items which may personally benefit them.  Expenditures which may personally benefit individual Board Members are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a separate Claims Report in order to permit those Board Members to abstain from voting on items which may personally benefit them.  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds.  Claims Report C is a listing of expenditures that may relate to individual Board Members or Organizations that employ them.

Rationale:  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds.  Payroll expenditures are presented to the Board for ratification in the form of a Claims Report.  Claims Report D is a summary of payrolls processed and is presented by payroll and pay date.

Rationale:  The Board of Education is required by State Statute 79-584 to approve all expenditures of District funds.  Payroll expenditures are presented to the Board for ratification in the form of a Claims Report.  Claims Report E is an estimation of payrolls to be processed prior to the next Board meeting and is presented by payroll and pay date.  Board authorization is requested for amounts not to exceed the totals in the Claims Report.

Rationale:  The Board of Education serves as the Board of Educational Service Unit 19.  The Board of Educational Service Unit 19 is required to approve all expenditures of District funds as well as funds for which the District serves as custodian.  Expenditures are presented to the Board for approval in the form of a Claims Report.  Educational Service Unit No. 19 Claims Report is a listing of all expenditures to be paid from the Education Service Unit's funds.

Rationale:  State Statue 79-584 requires the Secretary to the Board of Education to audit all accounts of the Class V school district and to submit that audit to the Board of Education Audit Committee for review and approval.   The objective of the audit is to obtain and review sufficient claim documentation to determine the risk of material misstatement.   The audit methodology is set forth on the Claims Audit Report.

Rationale:  Account: 53130 Contracted Student Services
Funds: 1, 153   General Fund, Special Education - IDEA
Department: 7194010   Special Education Administration
Programs: 1214, 1215, 1222, 1231, 1234, 1235,1236, 1265, 1266, 1270 - Speech Therapy School Age, Speech Therapy Ages 3-5, Nursing Services, Nonpublic Therapists, Nonpublic Teachers, Tuition to Agencies
Project: 461025, 461026, 460025, 460026 - IDEA Base/EP Grant
Policy: 7000 
Amount:  $5,166,115.00

Administration recommends approval of the attached annual Special Education Services contracts.  Every year, the Special Education Division, within Curriculum and Instruction Support, negotiates and renews contracts with outside agencies for special education services that are required under Rule 51 and Rule 52.  This is the first set of agency contracts going to the Board of Education for approval for the 2025-2026 school year and is part of the District's annual practice.  In keeping with the provisions in Policy 7000, contracts that may exceed $50,000 are being placed on the agenda for Board of Education approval. Attached you will find: a service provider rate sheet, contracts and a contract cost sheet for your review for contracts that exceed or may exceed $50,000. The contract rate sheet includes NDE approved rates for services that need to be purchased by Omaha Public Schools from outside agencies that will provide special education services to students ages birth-21. The contract cost sheet includes the agency, address, type of service the agency provides, the estimated number of students that receive services from that agency and 2025-2026 contract rate. The sheet includes an estimate of the total cost for special education services provided by contract agencies. The rates and contracts are budgeted for within the 2025-2026 school year. Per their agreement with Omaha Public Schools, all providers must receive NDE approval to provide special education and related services. The total cost to the District for this group is estimated to be $5,166,115.00 and is an allowable reimbursable special education expenditure. 

Rationale:  FUND:  42 Grant Grants
PROGRAM:  2620 Maintenance School/District Buildings
DEPT. ID: 7166600 Schoolhouse Planning         
SUPPLIER: First Wireless
POLICIES: 7000, IV.C
AMOUNT:  $58,830.00

Administration recommends approval of the contract with First Wireless for the Emergency Responder Radio Enhancement System at Forest Station Elementary. The work shall include installation of all electric, low-voltage cabling, repeaters, amplifiers, antenna, equipment, testing, and certifications required to install a complete Emergency Responder Radio Enhancement System in the building as required by NFPA 1, Fire Code. This system will allow first responders’ radios to communicate with command throughout the entirety of the building. Attached is the contract for bid 25-008 that was awarded to First Wireless at the June 2, 2025, Board Meeting. The total price of the contract is $58,830.00.

Rationale:  Administration recommends the approval of the first of three one-year extensions as provided by the agreement previously approved by the Board on July 15, 2024. The proposed scope of work for this one-year extension includes assistance in evaluating responses to a planned Request for Qualifications (RFQ) for an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System to replace the District's existing ERP System, PeopleSoft, assist with a subsequent RFQ for a separate System Integrator to implement the new ERP System, work with the selected System Integrator and ERP System vendor to plan for implementation, and assist the District with an Organizational Change Management Plan for staff and stakeholders.  In keeping with the provisions of Paragraph 5 of the Agreement, Contractor has provided District with an updated Scope of Work with a Not to Exceed amount of One Million, Three Hundred Twenty-Nine Thousand, Five Hundred Twenty Dollars and ZERO cents ($1,329,520.00).

Rationale:  Policy 4001 and 4035 require that the election of employees shall be by action of the Board of Education upon recommendation of the Superintendent or designee.  Additionally, Policy 4008 requires that the Chief Human Resources Officer process all retirements, resignations, cancellations, contract amendments and terminations of employment making a recommendation for appropriate action to the Superintendent and Board of Education.  Therefore, the District recommends the approval of the attached Staffing Adjustments. 

Rationale:  FUND: 4070 Depreciation Reserve Fund
DEPT: 7062560 Districtwide Technology
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services
SUPPLIER: Apple Inc.
POLICIES: 7000, III. K.,7000, V. G.
AMOUNT: $11,155,125.00

Administration recommends approval of the purchase of 8000 "OPS Elementary Success" bundles and 8000 "OPS Secondary Success" bundles for student use in the 2025-2026 school year. Administration also recommends approval of the purchase of 500 "OPS Outstanding Teacher" bundles for deployment to new teachers in the 2025-2026 school year.  This purchase will allow the District to provide devices for students in kindergarten, 3rd, 6th, and 9th grades, as well as students entering a post-senior year in an Omaha Public Schools program.  These devices are being provided in the normal replacement and upgrade cycle and include the most updated, plan-compliant iPad and iMac and  necessary accessories. This purchase will ensure that all students have a device that is less than 4 years old, can stay updated and secure, and is developmentally appropriate for the curriculum they will be using in their classrooms.  The total purchase of $11,155,125.00 will be financed with Apple at 0% interest and broken into four yearly payments of $2,788,781.25.  In keeping with the provision of policy 7000, V.G., no bid was required for these purchases because Apple is the sole source provider.

Rationale:  FUND: 1 General Fund
DEPARTMENT: 7062560 Districtwide Technology
PROGRAM: 2510 Business Support Services
SUPPLIER: CDW Government Solutions, LLC
POLICY: 7000, VII., 7000, V. B
AMOUNT: $1,497,480.00

Administration recommends the purchase of updated server and data storage equipment from CDW Government Solution, LLC, to refresh the District’s primary data center infrastructure at the Teacher Administrative Center (TAC) and the Scott Technology Center (STC). The current data center equipment is over five years old and nearing the end of its serviceable life. The proposed modernization includes updated server hardware and an integrated software platform that replaces both the existing storage software and hypervisor components. This solution enhances performance, extends lifecycle support, and simplifies infrastructure management.  The list of equipment being purchased and installed for this upgrade is included as an attachment. This purchase was not bid as the infrastructure upgrades are being procured through a cooperative purchase, an exception to Board Policy 7000, V.B. The total cost of this purchase is $1,497,480.00, includes 60 months of hardware support and associated licensing, and is within expected costs for this upgrade.

Rationale:  FUND:  4070, Depreciation Fund 
PROGRAM: 2510, Business Support Services 
DEPT: 7062100, Accounting and Finance Office 
SUPPLIER: Dietze Music
POLICIES: 7000, V., G., 6121 
AMOUNT: $23,260.24

Administration recommends approval of the purchase of music books for sight reading, orchestra, jazz band, and guitar from Dietze Music.  These materials were originally included in a portion of bid P029-24 which was rejected by the Board on May 19, 2025.  The rejection of those portions of the bid were the result of the fact that the District did not get bidders for certain materials.  The remainder of the bid was approved by the Board on June 2, 2025. Because the District is still in need of the materials, staff sought to source them directly from multiple vendors.  These materials are being presented to the Board for approval in keeping with the provisions of Policy 6121,which requires approval by the Board of curricular materials and are being acquired under the academic prerogative portion of Policy 7000. The total purchase price is $23,260.24.

Rationale:  FUND: 5190 ESU 19
PROGRAM: 2522 Technology Support
DEPARTMENT: 7062535 Network Management
SUPPLIER: Sirius Computer Solutions (Cisco)
POLICY: 7000, VII., 7000, V. B
AMOUNT: $1,766,656.70 (Total over 5 years, billed annually at $353,331.34)

Administration recommends approval of the renewal of the Cisco Enterprise Licensing Agreement. This Enterprise Agreement provides a unified licensing management process that consolidates multiple subscriptions and renewal dates into a single agreement with specified terms and conditions.  The proposed renewal covers 5,411 Cisco Wireless Access Points (APs) across all schools and District offices. This is an increase of 951 APs since 2020. This growth is attributed to the addition of five new schools and the District-wide expansion of high-density wireless environments to support increased device usage and instructional technology demands. The total cost of the 5-year Cisco DNA Advantage license renewal is $1,766,656.70, with annual payments of $353,331.34.  The original Enterprise Agreement was procured through the State of Nebraska Contract and is now being extended in keeping with the cooperative purchases exception to Board Policy 7000, V. B.

Rationale:  The Comprehensive Support and Improvement (CSI) Grant is offered to identified schools that need additional strategic instructional support as per the Nebraska Department of Education's (NDE) Accountability System (AQuESTT). It is required for all CSI designated schools to submit a continuous improvement plan and application that aligns with the District’s Strategic Plan to be approved by NDE. The NDE Office of Federal Programs, Coordinated Schools, and the District have collaborated to provide CSI schools with targeted, customized support in developing and implementing their plans. The Title I Comprehensive School Improvement (CSI) and CSI-Additional Targeted Support and Improvement (ATSI-CSI) Grant Allocation amount is $3,387,099.00 for the period beginning May 20, 2025, and ending September 30, 2025. The schools receiving the grant are - 31 Schools:

Alfonza Davis Middle,  Bancroft Elementary,  Beals Elementary,  Belvedere Elementary,  Benson High,  Benson West Elementary,  Beveridge Middle,  Bryan Middle,  Central Park Elementary,  Conestoga Elementary,  Field Club Elementary,  Florence Elementary,  Fontenelle Elementary,  Gateway Elementary,  Jackson Elementary,  King Elementary,  King Science Middle,  Lewis and Clark Middle,  Liberty Elementary,  McMillan Middle,  Monroe Middle,  Morton Middle,  Mount View Elementary,  Nathan Hale Middle,  Norris Middle,  RM Marrs Middle,  Skinner Elementary,  South High,  Spring Lake Elementary,  Wakonda Elementary,  Walnut Hill Elementary

Rationale:  The Board of Education hereby affirms that Board President Erdenberger and Vice President Snipes met to conduct and complete Superintendent Ray's evaluation on Friday, June 13, 2025. 

Rationale:  Administration recommends the approval of the attached Purchase Agreement between the District as buyer and O’Hara Real Estate, LLC, as seller for approximately 8 acres that abut Westview High School property to the Southeast.  The property was recently listed for sale by the current owner.  Given the size of the property, that it abuts so much of the current Westview High School property, that it is located in the fastest growing area of our District, and there are few remaining large parcels of land available in the area, Administration believes acquisition of the property will provide the District with opportunities for future development growth.  Following negotiations, the parties have agreed upon a purchase price of $1,200,000.00 which has been confirmed by an appraisal.  Administration further recommends that the President and Secretary of the Board of Education be authorized to execute on behalf of the District the Purchase Agreement and all other documents necessary to close the purchase of the property pursuant to the Agreement.  As a final matter, Administration recommends that it be authorized to deposit with First American Title Insurance Co., as Escrow Agent under the Purchase Agreement, of the sum of $25,000 as an Earnest Deposit to be credited against the purchase price at closing.

Rationale:  This presentation will update the Board on how late start Improvement Days were implemented during the 2024-25 school year. 

Rationale:  Administration will provide a progress update on replacing the District's existing Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) System, PeopleSoft.

Rationale:  The Chair of the Budget and Audit Committee will provide an update.

Rationale:  The Chair of the Policy Committee will provide an update.

Rationale:  Policy 8120 stipulates the Board of Education shall cause policies and regulations to be revised as necessary.  The Policy Committee will provide recommended changes to the following policies:

5008 - Attendance (First Reading)

Rationale:  Policy 8230 requires the Secretary to the Board of Education to prepare a quarterly report summarizing all Board member travel and expenditures associated with attendance to workshops, conferences, or meetings. 

Rationale:  The Omaha Board of Education is authorized by state statute to hold closed sessions.  Closed sessions may be held when clearly necessary for the protection of the public interest or for the prevention of needless injury to the reputation of an individual.  Reasons that meet this standard include but are not limited to:  (a) strategy sessions with respect to collective bargaining, real estate matters, pending litigation, or litigation which is imminent as evidenced by communication of a claim or threat of litigation to or by the public body; (b) discussion regarding deployment of security personnel or devices; (c) investigative proceedings regarding allegations of criminal misconduct; (d) evaluation of the job performance of a person when necessary to prevent needless injury to the reputation of a person and if such person has not requested a public meeting; and (e) legal advice.