MINUTES. Regular Meeting of the Board November 17, :30 P.M.

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1 MINUTES Regular Meeting of the Board November 17, :30 P.M ADOPTION OF AGENDA PLEDGE PRAYER BY PASTOR JAMES ADCOCK The Chair entertained a motion to adopt the Agenda for the November 17, 2008, regular board meeting as presented. Board motion: Motion Harold Welter Second Rich Masson Vote PUBLIC COMMENTS The Board President entertained comments from patrons on items not on the prepared agenda. During the meeting no action was taken on any item presented. Jenny Henning presented the Board with information she had compiled from area schools regarding the public use of the pool facilities. Mrs. Henning stated that she feels it would be beneficial for the youth of the community if the pool were available for public use since there is very little for children to do in the area. The Board thanked Mrs. Henning and said they would take her request and concerns into consideration TREASURER S REPORT INFORMATION AND REPORTS The Corporation Business Manager/Treasurer was available to answer questions regarding the treasurer s report. Mr. Masson asked Mrs. Fort why the Bus Replacement Fund was in the negative and she stated that the Corporation has not yet received all of the tax dollars for the Bus Replacement Fund TREASURER S VENDOR USAGE UPDATE The Corporation Business Manager/Treasurer presented a vendor usage report to the Board. DISCUSSION ITEMS REQUEST PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE FOR BUS BIDS Mr. Jensen discussed with the Board a request to advertise for bus bids. He stated that he would like to advertise for three (3) new buses for next year. Mr. Jensen indicated that these buses would be 2010 diesel models. He explained to the Board that if the Corporation purchases these buses before the new emission standards are passed it would be a savings of $8, $10, per bus.

2 GRANT PRESENTATION FROM GOLDEN LIVING COMMUNITY SUPPORT INITIATIVE Mr. Barnes, P.T.O. President Shelly Kemble, and Student Council members were presented a check for $1, from Mr. Glenn Wilson representing the Golden Living Community Support Initiative POOL REPAIRS Dana Wannemacher of Barton-Coe-Vilamaa reported on the condition and repair needs of the 33-year old high school pool. Mr. Wannemacher presented the following information and an estimated cost for each project: Pool liner - $50,000.00, repairs to deck - $70,000.00, piping - $120,000.00, ceiling lighting - $60,000.00, new panels including wiring and conduit - $20,000.00, filtration system - $16, The total expense to address all of the pool repairs is approximately $600,000. Mr. Wannemacher informed the Board that these issues do not have to be resolved immediately. He said that before doing the repairs on the lighting in the ceiling he would recommend the Board looking at the big picture and consider all the other issues with the pool. Mr. Fletcher asked what a new pool would cost. Mr. Wannemacher said an estimated cost would be in the range of $4,000,000. Dr. Beery said that her recommendation would be for the Board to give Mr. Wannemacher permission to prepare a cost proposal for pool repairs and submit a proposal for a long-term facility maintenance repair plan. Mr. Yankauskas and Mr. Welter stated that a facility plan has been discussed in the past but was never followed through. They also said that there are issues at the elementary school that have needed attention as well. Mr. Welter agreed with Dr. Beery and made a motion for Mr. Wannemacher to prepare a cost proposal for pool repairs and submit a proposal for along-term facility maintenance repair plan. Motion: Harold Welter Second: Rich Masson Vote: TRANSFER STUDENT POLICY The Interim Superintendent reviewed the transfer student policy with the Board. Dr. Beery stated that there is one change to the previously proposed policy and that is the change in the transfer application date. She indicated that the date of August 15 th will be eliminated and changed to read first student day. Mr. Yankauskas asked Mr. Satterlee, Board Attorney, if the policy is specific enough. Mr. Satterlee stated that he feels it gives the Corporation the necessary leeway that is needed in order to accept or deny a student out of the Knox district LETTERS OF INTEREST FOR BOARD VACANCY The Interim Superintendent explained Board policy for filling the vacancy on the Board that will become available January 1, 2009 due to Mrs. Belork being elected to a county office. Dr. Beery stated that anyone interested must live in Center Township and submit a letter of interest to her by December 15, Dr. Beery informed the public that the Board will then interview three (3) potential candidates during a public work session. She stated that this process needs to be completed and a person named within thirty (30) days after the vacancy.

3 UPDATE ON SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH The Board President gave an update on the Superintendent search. Mrs. Belork stated that there were fourteen (14) applicants and the Board has narrowed those down to four (4) for interviews. She stated that interviews will begin this week PROPOSED FUNDRAISER The KHS & KMS swim and dive teams requested permission to sell giant pens, note tablets and cookie dough. The fundraiser will begin December 5, 2008 and end December 15, The proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to offset the cost of uniforms, new kickboards, pull buoys and stretch cords DECEMBER 1, 2008 REGULAR BOARD MEETING The Board discussed canceling the December 1, 2008 regular board meeting in order to conduct Superintendent interviews. RECOMMENDATIONS AND REQUESTS Consent Items Any member of the Board may request the removal of a specific item for individual consideration MEMORANDUM OF NOVEMBER 3, 2008 EXECUTIVE SESSION MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 3, 2008 REGULAR BOARD MEETING CLAIMS The Interim Superintendent recommended the Board approve claims numbered 1300 through 1432 inclusive CLASSIFIED STAFF PERSONNEL REPORT The Interim Superintendent recommended the Board adopt the classified staff personnel report EXTRACURRICULAR PERSONNEL REPORT The Interim Superintendent recommended the Board adopt the extracurricular personnel report BARGAINING UNIT PERSONNEL REPORT The Interim Superintendent recommended the Board adopt the bargaining unit personnel report FUNDRAISER APPROVAL The Interim Superintendent recommended the Board approve the fundraiser request as discussed under item #181 on the agenda.

4 TRANSFER STUDENT POLICY ADOPTION The Interim Superintendent recommended the Board amend policy #5111 and add # regarding admission of non-resident students, as discussed at the November 3, 2008 board meeting DECEMBER 1, 2008 REGULAR BOARD MEETING The Interim Superintendent recommended the Board cancel the December 1 st, 2008 regular board meeting in order to conduct Superintendent interviews on that date. Board motion: Motion Jerry Fletcher Second Rich Masson Vote 7-0 OTHER BUSINESS OF THE BOARD BOARD AND ADMINISTRATIVE COMMENTS The Board President entertained comments from board members and administrators on items not on the prepared agenda. During the meeting no action was taken on any item presented. Mr. Gappa reported in Mr. Cronk s absence. He stated that the KMS Spell Bowl came in 5 th place at their State competition. The team spelled 61 out of 72 words correctly. Mr. Cronk thanked the coaches Mrs. Ciboch and Mrs. Jerrell as well as their team for a job well done. Mr. Cronk thanked everyone who attended the KMS Veterans Day Program. He also acknowledged Luann Matt for her help and assistance following the bus accident. Mr. Gappa thanked both school nurses for their help and assistance after the students from the bus accident arrived at school. He also thanked high school student Rhonda McMides for her assistance in taking attendance of all students involved in the bus accident. Mr. Gappa stated that there is an environmental group that has been formed at the high school by teacher Marge Wood and several students. They are applying for grants in order to improve and maintain the nature center and the area around it. Mr. Gappa reported that the National Honor Society will be holding a food drive for the entire school year to donate to the food pantry. Mr. Gappa informed the Board that the State will not grant any waiver days beyond the graduation date. He stated that graduation is now scheduled for Friday, May 29, Mr. Barnes thanked Mr. Wilson for the $1, donation to the KCES P.T.O. He also thanked Mrs. Arndt and the KCES student council and their parents for attending the meeting this evening. Mr. Barnes expressed his appreciation to Dr. Beery for sending him to the ISBA conference regarding special education laws and updates. Mr. Barnes thanked Mr. Gappa for his assistance during the bus accident and for assisting Mrs. Tarnow in his absence.

5 Mr. Welter complimented KMS on their Veterans Day program and also commended Major Williams for a wonderful job as the guest speaker. Mr. Welter stated that he was very proud of the behavior of the KMS & KCES students during the program. Mr. Welter congratulated Coach Huizenga on his first win as the coach of the Lady Redskins. The Board welcomed Ryan Marsh to the KCES teaching staff. Mr. Welter said it is nice to see our alumni come back and want to be a part of the Corporation. Mrs. Ritchie congratulated the Spell Bowl on a fine job as well as the participants in the high school play. Mr. Masson thanked Mrs. Henning for her information and also thanked Dana Wannemacher for his presentation. Mr. Masson expressed his appreciation to Dr. Beery for communicating so well with the Board. He stated that it is nice to be informed about issues before hearing them somewhere else. Mr. Yankauskas agreed. Mr. Yankauskas and Mr. Dulin thanked Mr. Gappa for his assistance the day of the bus accident. Dr. Beery stated that the Veterans Day programs at both the high school and middle school were very nicely done and the students were very respectful. Dr. Beery thanked Mr. Gappa for his excellent leadership at the scene and quick response the day of the bus accident. She stated that the guidance and support Mr. Gappa provided was priceless DOCUMENT SIGNING ADJOURNMENT Motion Harold Welter Second Rich Masson Vote 7-0 Time 7:45