MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE PAXTON-BUCKLEY-LODA COMMUNITY UNIT DISTRICT NO. 10 BOARD OF EDUCATION OF FORD, CHAMPAIGN, VERMILION, IROQUOIS AND LIVINGSTON COUNTIES OF THE STATE OF ILLINOIS HELD WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 , 2004 AT 7:12 P.M. AT THE PAXTON-BUCKLEY-LODA HIGH SCHOOL IN PAXTON, ILLINOIS.

President Mike Short called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m.

Upon roll call, the following board members answered present: Steve Bloomstrand, David Dowling, Jeff Jarboe, Jean Schwartz, Alan Schweighart, Mike Short and Dean Swan.

Others present were Marvin Barger, Mike Brehm, Will Brumleve, Stan Daro, Trent Eshleman, Jim Flaherty, Tim Hess, Bill Lee, Russ Leigh Cliff McClure, Linda Masterson, Mandy Mullis, Beth Nuss, Rick Peers, Brad Pickens, Sheila Pickens, John Rawdin, Lynn Rubarts, Brian Taylor, Jean Thackery, Tara Tighe, and Marilyn Weber.

Dean Swan moved to approve the minutes of the previous meetings. Steve Bloomstrand seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Jean Schwartz moved to approve the Treasurer’s Report. David Dowling seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Jeff Jarboe moved to approve payment of all current bills. Jean Schwartz seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Dean Swan read a thank you note from Betty Wisher.

Dean Swan read a letter from GCMS thanking John Overstreet and the PBL School District for the use of the scoreboard module.

Dean Swan read a letter from Dwain Nance resigning as Freshman Boys Basketball Coach.

Dean Swan read a letter from Denise Nuss requesting a 60 day leave of absence from her teaching aide position.

Nick Leon arrived at 7:18 p.m.

Linda Masterson informed the board about the transportation incident regarding kids being taken to the High School from Loda Grade School instead of the Junior High. Mr. McClure informed the board that First Student and the PBL District are taking the appropriate action to rectify the situation.

Linda Masterson and Mandy Mullis left the meeting at 7:30 p.m.

Mr. McClure discussed the policies, exhibits, and administrative procedures that he is requesting for approval. The following policies were approved: 2:220, 2:250, 4:30, 4:110, 4:140, 4:170, 4:170-AP5, 5:30-AP2, 5:35, 5:35-AP1, 5:35-AP2, 5:35-AP4, 5:35-E, 5.190, 5:280, 5:310, 5:310-E, 6:15-AP3, 6:15-AP4, 6:15-E1, 6:15-E2, 6:15-E3, 6:15-E4, 6:90, 7:15, 7:340, and 8:20. The board discussed its policy on extra-curricular participation by home schooled students and decided to not change the policy at this time. Mr. McClure recommended the board policies, exhibits and administrative procedures list above. Steve Bloomstrand made a motion to approve the policies, exhibits, and administrative procedures. David Dowling seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Mr. McClure introduced Russ Leigh to report on the 2004 financial audit. Mr. McClure recommended the board approve the 2004 financial audit. Dean Swan made a motion to approve the 2004 financial audit. Jean Schwartz seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Russ Leigh left the meeting at 7:56 p.m.

Mr. McClure introduced Brian Taylor from Skillman Corporation to report on progress of construction of the new junior high. Brickwork and interior drywall is continuing, top soil is being spread and sidewalks are being poured. Window installations are on-going and light fixtures are being hung. Concerns about the project right now are the ventilation contractor ceased operation and the bonding company took over the contract and has found a contractor to replace them. The job has not slowed down because of this situation. Mr. McClure updated the board on the furnishings for the junior high. Mr. McClure discussed the high school parking lot lighting issue. Mid-Illinois Electric has submitted a proposal for $18,800 to do the lighting project. Mr. McClure informed the board that we have $219,920 in construction contingency left. Mike Short made a motion to approve the lighting project at the high school for the Mid-Illinois Electric proposal of $18,800. Steve Bloomstrand seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried. The board also had a discussion regarding the selling of the Loda Grade School and also renaming the present junior high which will soon be a 3-5 grade center.

Brian Taylor left the meeting at 8:03 p.m.

Mr. McClure distributed to the board the revised 10 Year Health and Life Safety Report. Mr. McClure will bring the report back to the board in October for approval.

Rick Peers left the meeting at 8:28 p.m.

Mr. McClure introduced Tim Hess and Beth Nuss to discuss the possibility of purchasing new band equipment. The costs of the four instruments (two tubas and two baritone saxophones) is $12,626. Mr. McClure discussed with the board the different funding and purchasing options. Mr. McClure recommended the board approve the purchase of the four band instruments with the funding plan in place. Steve Bloomstrand made a motion to approve the purchase of the four band instruments with the funding in place. David Dowling seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Tim Hess and Beth Nuss left the meeting at 8:45 p.m.

Mr. McClure discussed the sixth day enrollment figures. The District has experienced an increase of 26 students this school year. Mr. McClure also discussed enrollment trends for the past six years. Mr. McClure made a recommendation to approve the sixth day enrollment figures. Jean Schwartz made a motion to approve the sixth day enrollment figures. Jeff Jarboe seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Mr. McClure discussed the ISBE Application for Recognition of Approval. The District is in compliance with all seven categories for each school. Mr. McClure recommended the board approve the application for recognition. David Dowling made a motion to approve the ISBE Application for Recognition for Approval. Dean Swan seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Brad and Sheila Pickens left the meeting at 8:52 p.m.

Mr. McClure discussed the release of claims that he has received from Gen Star and Eve Nicholas, Iroquois Special Education Cooperative attorney. This suit was brought against our District and Ford-Iroquois because George Gwinup was asking Gen Star for $93,000 in insurance claims relating to a student due process. Our District was not expecting this money/claim nor were we pursuing it. Mr. McClure has contacted Chris Miller the district’s attorney, and he stated that the release is safe to sign. Mr. McClure recommended the board approve the release of claims against Gen Star. Jean Schwartz made a motion to release the claims against Gen Star. Al Schweighart seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Mr. McClure recommended the board approve the 2004-2005 budget. Jeff Jarboe made a motion to approve the 2004-2005 budget. Jean Schwartz seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Mr. McClure reported to the Board the results from the 2003-2004 ISAT/PSAE.

Mr. Flaherty discussed with the board the idea to consider providing an incentive for juniors that score high on the PSAE exam.

Mr. McClure announced that the first day to circulate petitions for the April Board Election will be on October 27, 2004. You can pick up the petitions at the Unit Office.

In other business, Mr. McClure has contacted the Capital Development Board and we should be getting a second payment the middle of October or early November.

Mr. McClure has information regarding the board convention for the members that are attending.

Mr. McClure informed the board that tomorrow, September 23, 2004 is the Teacher Resource Fair from 4:00 pm. – 7:00 at the High School. All board members are invited to attend.

Fingerprinting will be done for substitute teachers through the regional office and our staff will be fingerprinting for free through the Ford Country Correctional Facility.

Mr. Flaherty updated the board on the new athletic conference.

Jeff Jarboe made a motion to go into closed session to discuss employment of specific employees, pending litigation and student discipline. David Dowling seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Closed session began at 9:43 p.m.

Jean Schwartz moved to come out of closed session. Jeff Jarboe seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Closed session ended at 10:01 p.m.

Mr. McClure recommended the board approve the resignation of Dwain Nance as Freshman Boys Basketball coach. David Dowling made a motion to approve the resignation of Dwain Nance as Freshman Boys Basketball Coach. Dean Swan seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Mr. McClure recommended the board re-assign Debra Flessner to Loda Grade School as a personal aide. Jean Schwartz made a motion to re-assign Debbie Flessner to Loda Grade School as a personal aide. Dean Swan seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Mr. McClure recommended the board approve Denise Nuss’ leave of absence as of August 23, 2004. Jeff Jarboe made a motion to approve Denise Nuss’ leave of absence as of August 23, 2004. Al Schweighart seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Mr. McClure recommended that the board approve the revised September 22, 2004 bill list. A check of $65.00 needed to be removed from the list. Dean Swan made a motion to approve the revised September 22, 2004 bill list. Al Schweighart seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Al Schweighart made a motion to adjourn. Jeff Jarboe seconded the motion. Upon roll call, all members present voted aye, there being no nay votes the motion carried.

Meeting adjourned at 10:08 p.m.

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