BOARD MISSION STATEMENT

The NELSON COUNTY BOARD of EDUCATION, representatives of our citizens
 and entrusted with their children,
 pledges to support the mission of the NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
 by setting visionary direction through effective policy, oversight
 and efficient resource management.

VISION STATEMENT

QUALITY EDUCATION NOW-LEARNING FOR LIFE

Motion Passed:  Motion to continue with the current schedule for meetings of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve consent items as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.

• Information Paper: Personnel Actions

• Treasurers Report 12/21/10

• Warrant Report: 12/21/10

• MUNIS REPORT 12/21/10

• Decision Paper: Leaves of Absence

• Minutes 11/16/10

On Thursday, October 7, 2010, the Board of Education members participated in a work session with principals in a work session for one (1) hour to review test scores and school improvement issues.  As noted in 702 KAR 1.115, the Board needs to take formal action to approve the earning of one (1) hour of local in-service credit for this educational opportunity.

• Decision Paper: In-Service Credit Hour

Representatives from Studio Kremer and BCD, Inc. will update current status of renovations and additions at Foster Heights Elementary as well as progress for Thomas Nelson High School, NCHS Athletic Renovations, and other construction projects.

• Information Paper: Construction Update

The kitchen equipment for TNHS was revised at the request of owners.  With revisions a plumbing credit from Knight’s Mechanical for $2,800 was realized.

• Decision Paper: Change Order #25-TNHS

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #25, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.

The kitchen equipment for TNHS was revised at the request of the owner.  With revisions an increase of $5,210.00 to Alternative Electrical Services was realized.

• Decision Paper: Change Order #26-TNHS

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #26, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

There are two separate issues with Change Order #29.  First, plumbing for sinks in concession building was not included in original drawings.  Second, after formal review the coach’s shower was required to be made handicapped accessible.  Knight’s Mechanical can complete all plumbing revisions for both issues for a cost of $3,705.

• Decision Paper: Change Order #29-TNHS

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #29, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

As certain rooms were specified, the acoustical ceiling would intersect room windows.  In order to have a full view the drywall bulkheads were adjusted and ceilings sloped.  BCD, Inc. will provide all labor and materials for a cost of $552.00.

• Decision Paper: Change Order #30-TNHS

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #30, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

Phase II of the TNHS project changed an exterior wall to an interior wall.  Metal siding was removed from wall with drywall and paint added.  BCD, Inc. will provide all labor and materials for a cost of $1,701.

• Decision Paper: Change Order #34-TNHS

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #34, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.

Bids for the Early Childhood Learning Center were accepted December 15, at the Nelson County Board of Education.  After tabulating and confirming low bid vendors by BCD, Inc. and Studio Kremer the attached list of low bid vendors are recommended for approval.

• Decision Paper: Bid Approvals New Preschool
• New Preschool Bid Tabulations

Motion Passed:  Action to approve bids as listed for construction of the new Preschool Center was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Recommendation: that the Nelson County Board of Education approve the attached revised BG-1 for the district early childhood center in accordance with 702 KAR 4:160.

• Decision Paper: Revised BG-1 - District Preschool Center
• Revised BG-1 Preschool Document

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the revised BG-! for the District Early childhood Center in accordance with 702 KAR 4:160 was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.

Recommendation: that the Nelson County Board of Education read into the record and adopt the attached resolution regarding the issuance of bonds for financing the District Preschool project.

NELSON COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION RESOLUTION

RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT; AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT, LEASE AND OPTION WITH THE NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION AND ANY FURTHER NECESSARY INSTRUMENTS; APPROVING CERTAIN ARCHITECTS' PLANS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A CERTAIN SCHOOL BUILDING PROJECT; AND APPROVING THE PLAN OF FINANCING THE COST OF SAID PROJECT.

• Decision Paper: Adoption of Preschool Bond Resolution

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the resolution as listed authorizing the Nelson County Board of Education Finance Corporation to issue revenue bonds was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Each year the School Facilities Construction Commission issues offers of assistance to school districts in the area of technology. We are required to match this on a dollar for dollar basis. The current offer is $55,957.

• Decision Paper: SFCC Technology Offer of Assistance
• SFCC Offer of Assistance Document

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the SFCC offer of assistance in the amount of $55,957 for fiscal year 2010-2011 was passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

Proposed calendars for 2011-2012 offer the options of a 5 day, 5/10 day break or 10 day break in fall and spring.

• Decision Paper: 2011 - 2012 School Year
• Rev. Calendar Plan B - 5 Day Break
• Rev. Calendar Plan C - 10 Day Break

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the 5/10 day break calendar for the 2011 - 2012 school year was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.

In order to receive state transportation and attendance funding for non-resident pupils, a reciprocal contract must be completed between districts concerned.  The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) has stipulated that contracts for the 2010-2011school year must be submitted to KDE before February 1, 2011.  The following districts have or will submit contracts for signature:
Anderson County
Bardstown Independent
Boyle County
Bullitt County                                                                                                                   Elizabethtown Independent
Fayette County
Hardin County
Hart County
Jefferson County
Larue County
Marion County
Spencer County
Taylor County
Washington County

• Decision Paper: Out of District Contracts

Motion Passed:  Action to approve non-resident pupil contracts for school districts as listed was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.

Each year our schools prepare a School Improvement Plan (SIP) as a guide to goal setting and decision making.  This plan is generated with the intent to increase student achievement.  An instructional team at each school has taken into consideration all planning areas including:  assessment, curriculum, instruction, equity, leadership, school culture, family and community involvement, professional development, and technology.  Each plan is a reflection of the schools’ top priorities and initiatives that will guide their work throughout the school year.

• BES SIP
• BMS SIP
• Boston SIP
• CCES SIP
• FH SIP
• Horizons SIP
• NCHS SIP
• New Haven SIP
• OKHMS SIP

Guest Comment Policy
Any person wishing to address the Board may do so by following these rules:
Individuals representing themselves are limited to 3 minutes.
Individuals representing a group are limited to 5 minutes.
Please step up to the microphone, state your name and address, and, if you represent a group, state the name of the group you are representing.

Motion Passed:  Motion to adjourn the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Frank Hall and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Motion Passed:  Action to convene a session of the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.

President: Mr. Nicky Rapier

Vice president: Mr. Adam Wheatley

Secretary: Mr. Anthony Orr

Treasurer: Ms. Pat Cundiff

Motion Passed:  Action to confirm the officers of the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation as listed was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.

Recommendation: that the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation adopt the attached resolution regarding the issuance of revenue bonds to be used to finance the construction of the District Preschool.

NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION  RESOLUTION

A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FINANCE CORPORATION, RELATING TO AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF $780,000 PRINCIPAL AMOUNT (SUBJECT TO A PERMITTED ADJUSTMENT OF $80,000) OF SCHOOL BUILDING REVENUE BONDS IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTIONS 58.010 AND 162.120 THROUGH 162.290 AND 162.385 OF THE KENTUCKY REVISED STATUTES TO PROVIDE FUNDS FOR SCHOOL BUILDING PURPOSES, PROVIDING AND DETERMINING THE DUTY OF SAID CORPORATION IN CONNECTION WITH THE OPERATION OF THE SCHOOL PROPERTY, THE CREATION OF FUNDS SUFFICIENT TO PAY THE PRINCIPAL OF AND INTEREST ON SAID REVENUE BONDS AS AND WHEN THEY MATURE, THE CREATION OF ADEQUATE MAINTENANCE AND INSURANCE FUNDS, AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A LEASE OF SUCH FOREGOING PROPERTY TO THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE NELSON COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT.

• Decision Paper: Finance Corp. Adoption of Bond Resolution

Motion Passed:  Action to adopt the resolution as presented authorizing the issuance of revenue bonds was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Larry Pate.

Motion Passed:  Action to adjourn the meeting of the Nelson County School District Finance Corporation was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Motion Passed:  Action to convene an Executive Session of the Nelson County Board of Education in accordance with KRS 61.810(1)(b)for the purpose of discussion related to proposed acquisition or sale of real estate was passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

Motion Passed:  Action to adjourn the Executive Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Adam Wheatley.

Motion Passed:  Action to reconvene the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Pate and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.

Motion Passed:  Action to adjourn the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Adam Wheatley and a second by Mr. Frank Hall.