Russell Independent
January 24, 2022 6:00 PM
Russell Independent Regular Board Meeting
I. Call To Order
Rationale

Mrs. Ledford called the Regular Meeting of the Russell Independent Board of Education to order at 6:00 p.m.

I.A. Moment of Silence
Rationale

Mrs. Ledford led those in attendance in a Moment of Silence.

I.B. Pledge to the United States Flag
Rationale

Mrs. Ledford led those in attendance in the Pledge to the United States Flag.

I.C. District Mission Statement
Rationale

Our mission is to inspire and empower all students to reach their maximum potential: one student, one lesson, one day at a time.

 

Progressing into the future…

Our Students are our top priority.

 Our School Family plays a crucial role in student development, achievement, and success.

 Our Parents are supportive partners and are essential in the advancement of each student.

 Our Community shares our desire to develop highly skilled and productive citizens.

 Our Technology enables our students to reach beyond the classroom.

 Our Culture inspires leadership and excellence.

 Our Academics focus on rigorous standards and global success.

II. Adopt the Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #67623 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the agenda passed with a motion by Mr. Terry Vest and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
III. Delegations
Rationale

Procedures for Addressing the Board of Education

The Russell Independent School District Board of Education encourages attendance at meetings of the Board of Education.  The Board of Education understands that from time to time the public may wish to share opinions with them at these meetings.  Procedures for speaking to the Board of Education are detailed below:

 

·      Those who wish to address the Board of Education must sign the Delegation sheet provided prior to each Regular Meeting.  This sheet can be found beside the Board Agenda on a podium near the entrance of the room.

 

·      Generally, in the first ten minutes of the Meeting, the Board Chair will ask for delegations.  At this time please state your name, the name of the organization or group that you are representing, and the subject that you would like to address.  Please keep in mind that issues regarding a specific school should be shared with Principal and/or Site Based Decision Making Council, as that is the governing body for that school.

 

·      Individuals may address the Board of Education for a maximum of 5 minutes, as determined by the Board Chair.

 

·      The Board Chair reserves the right to intervene in order to maintain order and to ensure the expedient conduct of the Board’s business.

 

·      Comments to the Board should be stated in a professional manner.  Accusations and/or disparaging remarks about individuals will not be permitted. 

IV. Recognitions/Achievements/Reports
IV.A. Board Member Appreciation
V. Notification of Personnel Matters
Rationale

Personnel for Board Information Only in accordance with KRS 160.390 (2)

VI. Regular Business
VI.A. Approval of Minutes of the December 21, 2021 Special Called Meeting
Actions Taken

Order #67624 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the minutes from the December 21, 2021 Special Meeting passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Ms. Debbie Finley.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VI.B. Treasurer's Report
Actions Taken

Order #67625 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Treasurer's Report showing a balance of $9,146,598.23 passed with a motion by Mr. Sean Whitt and a second by Mr. Terry Vest.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VI.C. Payment of Accounts Payable and Payroll
Actions Taken

Order #67626 - Motion Passed:  Approval of payment of Accounts Payable and Payroll passed with a motion by Mr. Terry Vest and a second by Mr. John Jones.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VII. Consent Agenda
Actions Taken

Order #67627 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Debbie Finley and a second by Mr. Terry Vest.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VII.A. Fundraisers
VII.B. Rental Applications
VII.C. Approval of CDIP, CSIP and GAP Plans for Russell Primary, Russell-McDowell Intermediate, Russell Middle School and Russell High School
VII.D. Approval of FRYSC Assurance Certification
VIII. New Business
VIII.A. Consider approval of the Draft 2022-2023 Budget for Russell Independent Schools
Actions Taken

Order #67628 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the Draft 2022-2023 Budget for Russell Independent Schools passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VIII.B. Consider approval of Russell Independent Schools Trauma Plan
Actions Taken

Order #67629 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Russell Independent Schools Trauma Plan passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Terry Vest.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VIII.C. Consider approval of an increase in Adult Breakfast and Lunch Pricing in accordance with regulations from USDA
Actions Taken

Order #67630 - Motion Passed:  Approval of an increase in Adult Breakfast to $2.90 per meal and Lunch Pricing to $4.85 per meal in accordance with USDA regulations passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VIII.D. Consider SFCC Offer of Assistance
Actions Taken

Order #67631 - Motion Passed:  Approval of SFCC Offer of Assistance in the amount of $22,975 passed with a motion by Mr. Terry Vest and a second by Mr. John Jones.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VIII.E. Consider approval of Student Accident Insurance Renewal
Actions Taken

Order #67632 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the 2022-2023 School Year Student Accident Insurance Renewal with Roberts Insurance through K&K Insurance at a cost of $54,105.60 passed with a motion by Mr. Terry Vest and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VIII.F. Consider approval of 2nd Reading of the 2022-2023 School Calendar
Actions Taken

Order #67633 - Motion Passed:  Approval of 2nd Reading of the 2022-2023 School Calendar passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Terry Vest.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VIII.G. Consider approval of Board Member Travel and Training Expenses in 2022 for attendance at District/School Events and/or Training
Actions Taken

Order #67634 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Board Member Travel and Training Expenses in 2022 for attendance at District/School Events and/or Training passed with a motion by Mr. Terry Vest and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
VIII.H. Wellness Forum
IX. Board of Education Officers Election
IX.A. Chair
Actions Taken

Order #67635 - Motion Passed:  Nomination of Terry Vest for Board of Education Chair through the regular scheduled Board of Education Meeting in January of 2023 passed with a motion by Mr. John Jones and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
IX.B. Vice-Chair
Actions Taken

Order #67636 - Motion Passed:  Nomination of John Jones for Board of Education Vice-Chair through the regular scheduled Board of Education Meeting in January of 2023 passed with a motion by Ms. Judy Ledford and a second by Mr. Terry Vest.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
IX.C. Secretary
Actions Taken

Order #67637 - Motion Passed:  Nomination of M. Sean Horne, Superintendent for Board of Education Secretary through the regular scheduled Board of Education Meeting in January of 2023 passed with a motion by Mr. Sean Whitt and a second by Mr. Terry Vest.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
IX.D. Treasurer
Actions Taken

Order #67638 - Motion Passed:  Nomination of Dennis Chambers for Board of Education Treasurer through the regular scheduled Board of Education Meeting in January of 2023 passed with a motion by Mr. Terry Vest and a second by Ms. Judy Ledford.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes
X. Updates and Information
X.A. Student Enrollment/Attendance Reports
X.B. Meeting Reminder-February 28, 2022
X.C. SBDM Information
X.D. Cards/Letters
XI. Superintendent's Progress Reports/Updates
XII. Other Business and Information
XIII. Closing
Actions Taken

Order #67639 - Motion Passed:  Meeting adjournment at 7:02 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. Terry Vest and a second by Mr. Sean Whitt.

Member Votes
Ms. Debbie Finley Yes
Mr. John Jones Yes
Ms. Judy Ledford Yes
Mr. Terry Vest Yes
Mr. Sean Whitt Yes