The meeting was called to order by Chairperson, Benton Sloan. Also present were Superintendent, Brian Dishman and Board Counsel, John Blevins.

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Mr. Andy Critz, Band Director recognized Middle School and High School Band 

Superintendent, Brian Dishman reminded the board of few end of year events, Baccalaureate on Sunday May 18th @ 6:0 0p.m. and Graduation is on Friday, May 23rd @ 6:00 p.m.

Mr. Dishman reported to the board of our hail damage from storm that recently hit campus. Damages have been reported to insurance company. 

Superintendent, Mr. Dishman informed the board area superintendents met with Congressman, Hal Rogers to discuss federal funding. Congress is in the process of trying to pass the budget reconciliation bill. Mr. Dishman also state good news the massive cuts talk to Title 1 and IDEA appear to be off the table at this point. Still unsure about cuts to Title 11, 111, IV. Bad news is zeroing in on cuts to Medicaid. Our Medicaid reimbursements of ($275,000) past year are used to provide services like health aides, therapists, etc. that serve students with significant health needs. 

Mr. Dishman also reported to the board White and Associates, notified finance officer, last minute they would not be able to be contracted with Wayne County Schools for the 2024-2025 audit. This leaves us with being required to do a lastminute RFP process, which will lead to need a special called meeting last week of May. We are required to have Audit contract submitted to the state by last of May.

Superintendent, Brian Dishman informed the board of KSBA Federal & State Law Update being offered virtually on June 3, 2025 and to let us know if they would like to be registered for this event.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files #126.

Approval to Accept Assistance from the School Facilities Construction Commission (SFCC) in the Amount of $248,925.00 to fund the HS/ATC Safety Corridor Project.

Order #122 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Accept Assistance from the School Facilities Construction Commission (SFCC) in the Amount of $248,925.00 to fund the HS/ATC Safety Corridor Project. passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 127.

Approval of the 2025-2026 Salary Schedules

Order #123 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the 2025-2026 Salary Schedules passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 128.

Approval of the 2025-2026 Tentative Budget

Order #124 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the 2025-2026 Tentative Budget passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 129.

Discussion and Potential Approval of an Instructional Monitor for ATC

Order #125 - Motion Passed:   Approval of an Instructional Monitor for ATC passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Mr. John Kinnett, Principal of Wayne County ATC informed his appreciation of board approving financial assistance for 2024-2025 school year providing substitute teachers for when needed, and how much this helped in getting students that were falling behind, to get caught up. 

Mr. Kinnett stated the ATC would benefit immensely if they had a full time Instructional Monitor in place, instead of having part-time substitutes.

Mr. Kinnett asked the board if they would consider approving the district provide funding and hiring of an Instructional Monitor for Wayne County ATC. 

Approval of Monticello Banking Company Depository Bond for the 2025-2026 School Year

Order #126 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Monticello Banking Company Depository Bond for the 2025-2026 School Year passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 130.

Approval of Pay Request # 11 for the Wayne County Bell Elementary HVAC Project (BG 23-333) in the Amount of $530,758.13

Order #127 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Pay Request # 11 for the Wayne County Bell Elementary HVAC Project (BG 23-333) in the Amount of $530,758.13 passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 131.

Approval to Pay an Invoice to Lynn Imaging for blueprint in the Amount of $331.80 for the Wayne County School's Walker Early Learning Center Project

Order #128 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Pay an Invoice to Lynn Imaging for blueprint in the Amount of $331.80 for the Wayne County School's Walker Early Learning Center Project passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 132.

Order #129 - Motion Passed:  Approval of a Capital Funds Request in the Amount of $10,290.00 to D-C Elevator for Wayne County High School Elevators' Repairs passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Order #130 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Pursue Projects to be paid for by a Capital Funds Request of Building Funds of: Wayne County Middle School Intercom Upgrade Replacement of Floor Tiles in two (2) Classrooms at Bell Elementary Asbestos Abatement and Replacement of Floor Tiles of Wayne County High School Gymnasium: Lobby, two (2) hallways and the two (2) old tech rooms passed with a motion by Mr. Benton Sloan and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

Ms. Valerie Hutchinson, IT Director informed the board of a need of updating the Middle School Intercom System, the system is 20+ years old and with the new bell schedule, is hard for the outdated system to accomplish all the different bell schedules. Estimated total for new intercom system $50,000.00. 

Approval to Continue a Contract with Upchurch Insurance & Financial Services, Inc/Energy Insurance Agency, Inc. as Agent of Record for Property, Equipment, Liability, Auto and Workers Compensation Insurance for the 2025-2026 School Year

Order #131 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Continue a Contract with Upchurch Insurance & Financial Services, Inc/Energy Insurance Agency, Inc. as Agent of Record for Property, Equipment, Liability, Auto and Workers Compensation Insurance for the 2025-2026 School Year passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Mr. Martin Upchurch with Upchurch Insurance & Financial Services, Inc/Energy Insurance Agency went over with the board claim/loss reports so far for the 2024-2025 school year. Mr. Upchurch thanked the board for allowing them to be Agent of Record for Property, Equipment, Liability, Auto and Workers Compensation Insurance and asked for consideration for Agent of Record for the 2025-2026 school year. 

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 133.

Approval of a Memorandum of Agreement with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Education and Labor Cabinet for a Community Work Transition Program

Order #132 - Motion Passed:  Approval of a Memorandum of Agreement with the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation, Education and Labor Cabinet for a Community Work Transition Program passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 134.

Approval to Award a Contract with Smart Systems for Sanitation Services and Cleaning Supplies for Child Nutrition Department for School Year 2025-2026

Order #133 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Award a Contract with Smart Systems for Sanitation Services and Cleaning Supplies for Child Nutrition Department for School Year 2025-2026 passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 135.

Approval to Salvage Six (6) Buses and One (1) SV

Order #134 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Salvage Six (6) Buses, One (1) SV, and one (1) 2005 John Deere 2653A Field Mower passed with a motion by Mr. Benton Sloan and a second by Mr. Tony Roberts.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 136.

Order #135 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Surplus 1974 International Harvester 354 Tractor, 2003 Williams Scotsman Doublewide Office Trailer, four (4) Household Ovens passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 137.

Order #136 - Motion Passed:  Approval of items on consent agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 138.

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Adjournment of the meeting

Order #137 - Motion Passed:  Adjournment of the meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.