Beardstown Community Unified School District 15 Board met July 18.
Here is the agenda provided by the board
CALL TO ORDER
The Board of Education Community Unit No. 15, Beardstown, IL was called to order on July 18, 2018 by President Mike Seaman at 7:00 p.m. in Beardstown Middle/High library 500 East 15th Street, Beardstown, IL. Pledge of allegiance. Kim Watson called the roll with the following members present: Jack Fearneyhough, Kim Watson, Aaron Stock, OJ Simpson and Mike Seaman. Also in attendance were Ron Gilbert and Kelly Herter. Jimmy Hymes, Barbara Hobrock and Kim Watson were absent. Kim Watson arrived at 7:20 p.m.
PUBLIC QUESTIONS AND COMMENTS-None
ADMINISTRATORS REPORT: Bill Myers-None Trevor Cottle-Summer migrant program 74 kids per day a lot of growth with programming that was provided. Isabel Sheeley completed her 22nd year of summer school. Jim Childers-None Ann Chilton-None Josh Sorrells-None Lori Young-None Ron Gilbert-He introduced Lauren Smith the new pre-k administrator.
ACTION ITEMS On a motion by Stock, second by Simpson to approve consent agenda 1, 2, 3, and 4. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes.
On a motion by Stock, second by Fearneyhough to approve the 2018-2019 school year student handbooks. Pre-K; Elementary and HS handbook. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes
On a motion by Fearneyhough, second by Simpson to approve the 2018-2019 faculty handbooks. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes
On a motion by Stock, second by Fearneyhough to approve keeping closed minutes closed for meetings held January 2018 through June 2018 as the need for confidentiality still exists in all or part of those minutes. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes
On a motion by Stock, second by Simpson to approve the standard business mileage reimbursement rates of 54.5 cents per mile for the 2018-2019 school year. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes
On a motion by Fearneyhough, second by Stock to retain the services of Jay Greening of Miller/Hall/Triggs as the District attorney. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes
On a motion by Fearneyhough, second by Stock to adopt a resolution designating district depositories. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes
On a motion by Simpson, second by Stock to approve vendors for bread and milk based on bids received. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes
On a motion by Stock, second by Simpson to enter closed session for the purpose of discussing litigation, land acquisition, negotiations, student disciplinary at cases, and to consider information regarding the appointment, employment, or dismissal of an employee or officer. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes. Time 7:09 p.m.
JT Hopkins-Parent request to speak to the Board Mr. Myers-Request to speak to the Board
On a motion by Stock, second by Watson to re enter regular session. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Watson-yes; Stock-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes. Time 8:51 p.m.
PERSONNEL ADDENDUM: The board recognizes the following resignations: Ryan Herridge – Elementary Teacher; A.J. Gand – MS Student Council
Mariam Koivogui- ESL/French Teacher; Abby Steinway – 4th Grade Teacher; Stephanie Chavez – Parent Educator Grand Avenue School.
On a motion by Stock, second by Simpson to employ the following: Emily Riddle - 8th Grade Volleyball; Ryan Reiss – MS Girls Track. Roll Call Vote: Fearneyhough-yes; Stock-yes; Watson-yes; Simpson-yes; and Seaman-yes
DISCUSSION: Drivers Education Car replacement, School Access Security proposal and solar proposal update. Mr. Gilbert presented a bid from Jennings 2015 Chevy Impala with $17,900, with trade in $14,900. Fearneyhough asked about a warranty. Ann felt there was still a warranty because of the low mileage. Straw poll to vote for new Drivers Ed car was to go ahead with purchase now with official vote at August meeting. Card reader system ETC 100% no electric. United systems would require pretty extensive electric. United and ETC can incorporate the burglar alarm. The systems would log all entry times and turn on alarm automatically. He would recommend ETC second United. Fearneyhough asked if these systems would eliminate keys? The only way to get into the district they would have to have a card reader. The keys would not work at any door. Seaman would like to get a total for getting locks changed to get a true picture. Josh Sorrells asked what about interior doors? You would still need a key for interior doors. Seaman-he is not a fan for putting Roof mounts for the solar system on the roof. Mr. Gilbert-Panels would go on the metal only not on the rubber. Delivery charges can’t be changed kilowatts would be the only one that could be adjusted.
Watson-Read a thank you letter Shriners in memory of Joe DeSollar. Thank you for the use for the building for NEWork Camp during the summer.
ADJOURN:
On a motion by Stock, second by Watson to adjourn. Time 9:08p.m.
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