Ludlow Independent
September 19, 2019 6:30 PM
Ludlow Board of Education Regular Meeting
1. Call to Order
1.1. Call to Order by Mrs. Judy Lantry
Discussion

Others Present at the Meeting: Mike Borchers, Superintendent; Jenny McMillen, CCR Coordinator & Secretary of the Board; Travis Caudill, High School Principal; Jason Steffen, Elementary Principal; Aubrey Cahill, Elementary Special Education Director; Adam Clary, High School Special Education Director; Ehmet Hayes, Architect; Anthony Strong and Bab Tarvin, Ross Sinclaire & Associates; Trisha Scheyer, River City News; Peyton Wallace, NKU Student; Hazel Massey and Stephanie Wallace, Parents/Community Members


1.2. Pledge of Allegiance by Ms. Cindy Powell
2. Approval of Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #17 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Cindy Powell and a second by Mrs. Kym King.

Member Votes
Mrs. Amy Hayden Yes
Mrs. Kym King Yes
Ms. Judy Lantry Yes
Mr. William McMillen Absent
Ms. Cindy Powell Yes
3. Recognition and Information Agenda
3.1. Recognition of Mr. William McMillen
Discussion

Mr. William N. McMillen, Jr. was recognized for his many years of service as a Board of Education Member.  Mr. McMillen is resigning to seek a position as a deacon in the Catholic Church, and cannot hold an elected office.  He received a clock from the board as a gift of appreciation for his service.  Mrs. McMillen thanked Mr. Borchers, the board members, the faculty and staff, students, and community.

 

3.2. Fall KSBA Regional Meeting
3.3. Monthly Reports
Attachments
3.4. Personnel
3.5. Fundraising Requests
3.6. October Activities
Attachments
3.7. Spotlight: Community Work Transition Plan
Discussion

Adam Clary discussed this new program, where students with special needs work in community businesses as a part of their transition plan.  Hazel Massey and Stephanie Wallace spoke about the outstanding feedback they've received on the program from students, families, and other businesses.  

 

4. Consent Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #18 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Consent Agenda passed with a motion by Mrs. Amy Hayden and a second by Mrs. Kym King.

Member Votes
Mrs. Amy Hayden Yes
Mrs. Kym King Yes
Ms. Judy Lantry Yes
Mr. William McMillen Absent
Ms. Cindy Powell Yes
4.1. Approval of Minutes
4.2. Monthly Bills
Discussion

Mr. Borchers reviewed the AP Warrant Report and Credit Card Summary.

 

4.3. Substitute Teachers
4.4. Facility Request
5. Discussion and Action Agenda
5.1. Resignation of Board Member
Actions Taken

Order #19 - Motion Passed:  Approval to accept the resignation of William N. McMillen, Jr. from the Ludlow Board of Education on September 19, 2019 passed with a motion by Mrs. Kym King and a second by Mrs. Amy Hayden.

Member Votes
Mrs. Amy Hayden Yes
Mrs. Kym King Yes
Ms. Judy Lantry Yes
Mr. William McMillen Absent
Ms. Cindy Powell Yes
Discussion

Mr. McMillen was recognized by the board members for his years of service.  Mr. Borchers explained the process for replacing the board member vacancy.  The seat must be filled by 11/18/2019.  It will be advertised as required by the state regulations.

 

5.2. District Facilities
Discussion

Ehmet Hayes presented plans on possible areas of renovation based on the needs in our district facilities plan.  Bob Tarvin presented information on bonding and funding possible renovation projects. 

Cindy Powell left the meeting early, at 7:07 PM as Ehmet Hayes was presenting. Attendance was updated at this time.

5.3. School Resource Officer Contract
Actions Taken

Order #20 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the School Resource Officer Contract passed with a motion by Mrs. Amy Hayden and a second by Mrs. Kym King.

Member Votes
Mrs. Amy Hayden Yes
Mrs. Kym King Yes
Ms. Judy Lantry Yes
Mr. William McMillen Absent
Ms. Cindy Powell Absent
5.4. 2019-2020 Working Budget
Actions Taken

Order #21 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Working Budget for the year ending June 30, 2020 and the authorization to submit to KDE for review passed with a motion by Mrs. Kym King and a second by Mrs. Amy Hayden.

Member Votes
Mrs. Amy Hayden Yes
Mrs. Kym King Yes
Ms. Judy Lantry Yes
Mr. William McMillen Absent
Ms. Cindy Powell Absent
6. Other Business
6.1. Board
Discussion

Mr. McMillen was thanked for his service to the Ludlow Board of Education.


 

6.2. Faculty & Staff
Discussion

No items presented.


 

6.3. Public
Discussion

No items presented.



7. Adjourn
Actions Taken

Order #22 - Motion Passed:  Approval to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 PM passed with a motion by Mrs. Kym King and a second by Mrs. Amy Hayden.

Member Votes
Mrs. Amy Hayden Yes
Mrs. Kym King Yes
Ms. Judy Lantry Yes
Mr. William McMillen Absent
Ms. Cindy Powell Absent