Nelson County
October 18, 2011 5:00 PM
Nelson County Regular Meeting
I. Call to Order
Board Chair
Rationale

Pledge of Allegiance

 

I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation, under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.


                     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

II. Changes to the Agenda
III. Student/Employee Performance: Foster Hts.
Supt. Orr
IV. Student/Employee Recognition
Supt. Orr
V. Operations Consent Agenda
Board Chair
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Motion to approve consent items as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

V.A. Information: Personnel Actions
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V.B. Treasurer's Report
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V.C. Bills and Claims
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V.D. MUNIS Report
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V.E. Leaves of Absence
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V.F. Minutes from Previous Meeting
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V.G. Overnight/Out-of-State Trips
Rationale

  • Darrell Parks, Bloomfield Elementary./Middle, to take 14 students, grades 5-8, to the Ky. Choral Directors’ All-State Chorus, November 4-5, 2011, in Lexington, Ky.
  • Dan Bradley, NCHS, to take 24 students, grades 9-12, to the Medical Center 10K Race, October 14-14, 2011, in Bowling Green, Ky.

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V.H. Job Description: Asst. AD
Rationale

Addition of new position: Assistant Athletic Director

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V.I. Updated Job Descriptions
Rationale

The following job descriptions have been updated to reflect two restructured positions: Transportation Supervisor and Director of Physical Support Services

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V.J. Policy/Procedure Updates
Rationale

The following recommendations are being made to Policies 03.1232 and 03.2232 to allow all employees’ sick days transfer for retirement purposes.
Change Procedure 03.26 AP.1 to reflect a new Procedure 03.16 AP.2 which is a specific format/form, with timelines, for employee communications/grievances.

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VI. Student Support Services
Board Chair
VI.A. Construction Update
Michael Salsman/Steven Ward
Rationale

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, new Preschool and any other construction projects.

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VI.B. Change Orders
VI.B.1. Change Order # 10: FH Phase II
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

After a review of existing roof conditions it was determined that a specified roof ladder could be eliminated without lose of access.  With ladder deletion a credit of $363.00 from Cundiff Steel was realized.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #10, Foster Heights Phase II, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

VI.B.2. Change Order # 12: FH Phase II
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

The multi-purpose room was re-configured to better meet the needs of school staff.  With changes various credits resulted.   With the elimination of a door a labor credit of $81.00 for installation was realized from BCD, Inc.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #12, Foster Heights Phase II, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

VI.B.3. Change Order # 16: NCHS Athletic Renovation
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

It was decided to replace existing galvanized fence, which was in poor condition, between the student parking lot and the athletic field adjacent to visitor bleachers.  It was also decided that fencing mater would be black vinyl rather than galvanized.  Professional Fence Company will provide all labor for a cost of $6,378.00.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #12, Nelson County High School Athletic Renovation, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

VI.B.4. Change Order # 17: NCHS Athletic Renovation
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

It was decided to replace the existing galvanized fence, which was in poor condition, between the student parking lot and the athletic field adjacent to the visitor bleachers.   It was also decided that fence material would be black vinyl rather than galvanized.  Stephens Pipe & Steel will provide all materials for a cot of $6,081.00.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #17, Nelson County High School Athletic Renovation, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

VI.B.5. Change Order # 18: NCHS Athletic Renovation
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

Existing runways for triple and long jumps would not be within KHSAA standards after the top rubberized surface was applied.    In order to bring runways within requirements the existing was removed and replaced with concrete.  BCD, Inc. will provide all labor and materials for a cost of $10,302.00.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #18, Nelson County High School Athletic Renovation, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

VI.B.6. Change Order # 48: TNHS
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

The over head doors located at the multi-purpose room were changed from electric to manual operation.   With this change a credit of $4,789.78 was realized from M&J Construction, Inc.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #48, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

VI.B.7. Change Order # 49: TNHS
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

Power was provided for irrigation controls and garbage disposer.  Also included in Change Order #49 was rough in for overhead door power.  Alternative Electric can provide all labor and materials for a cost of $3,257.00.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #49, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

VI.B.8. Change Order # 50: TNHS
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

Two hydronic valves were installed to enable maintenance staff to make future repairs without draining the entire system.  Knight’s Mechanical will provide all labor and materials for a cost of $1,810.00.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #50, Thomas Nelson High School, was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

VI.B.9. Change Order # 14: TNHS Phase II
Chuck Thompson
Rationale

The parapet was raised at the north and south edge of the cafeteria monitor in order to coordinate with the roof insulation height and to match the monitor at the library area.  Bennett’s Carpets will provide all labor and materials for a cost of $786.22.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve Change Order #14, Thomas Nelson High School, Phase II, was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

VI.C. Extra Duty Salary Schedule
Tim Hockensmith
Rationale

Recommendation: that the Nelson County Board of Education approve the attached extra duty pay schedule for 2012-2013.This schedule is also recommended for new hires for the remainder of 2011-2012.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Withdrawn:  Action to approve the Extra Duty Salary Schedule as presented for 2012-2013 as well as for new hires for the remainder of 2011-2012 was was withdrawn by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

VI.D. OKHIS
Tim Hockensmith
Rationale

The Nelson County Board of Education received an offer from Nelson County Baptist Church to purchase the former Old Kentucky Home Intermediate building.   The recommendation at this time is to reject this offer.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to reject the purchase offer from the Nelson County Baptist Church for the former Old Kentucky Home Intermediate building was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

VII. Student Instructional Services
Board Chair
VII.A. 504 Chairperson Update
Cheryl Pile
Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the list of 504 Chairpersons as amended was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

VII.B. District Improvement Plan
Mark Thomas
Rationale

Each year the district instructional team prepares a “District Improvement Plan (DIP)”.  The purpose is to provide district goals, strategies, and action steps in order to increase student achievement. 

After receiving the ACT, ITBS, NCLB, KCCT, and College/Career Readiness data, goals for the district were developed.  Strategies and action steps to meet the district’s goals were then written.  The proposed 2011-2012 District Improvement Plan will be presented to the Board of Education for approval.

Attachments
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to approve the Nelson County Schools District Improvement Plan was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

VII.C. Spring 2011 NCLB/KCCT Assessment Results
Mark Thomas
Rationale

Our Nelson County students completed a battery of assessments in May 2011.  Individual school and district data from those assessments will be presented.  The presentation will include the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) and Kentucky Core Content Test (KCCT) results.

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VII.D. 2011 College and Career Assessment Results
Mark Thomas
Rationale

The Nelson County Schools’ College and Career Readiness data has been released from the Kentucky Department of Education.  The Board members will be provided with a presentation of the district’s results.

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VIII. Guest Comments
Board Chair
Rationale

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.

IX. Adjourn Regular Session
Board Chair
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Motion to adjourn the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

X. Convene Executive Session
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to convene an Executive Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Damon Jackey and a second by Mr. Nicky Rapier.

XI. Adjourn Executive Session
Actions Taken

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

XII. Reconvene Regular Session
Actions Taken

Motion Passed:  Action to reconvene the Regular Session of the Nelson County Board of Education was passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

XII.A. Superintendent's Salary
Mr. Nicky Rapier
Rationale

Upon reconvening the regular session of the Nelson County Board of Education, the recommendation to award the superintendent a salary increase of 3% ($2000) as a result of his performance review was

Actions Taken

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Mr. Nicky Rapier and a second by Mr. Damon Jackey.

XIII. Adjourn Regular Session
Actions Taken

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