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

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Mr. Neal informed the board the dance team was going to be recognized due to inclement weather, we will recognize them at next month's board meeting.

Superintendent Don Neal, informed the board about concerns on next school year budget cuts. Possibility if Title funding (federal) is cut, that would cost our school district 2 million dollars in funding. Mr. Neal stated he is continuing cutting back on unnecessary spending. 

Mr. Neal also informed the board about district going to implement PBIS program. 

Mr. Kevin Jones, Athletic Director updated the board on Wayne County Schools Athletics regarding 24-25 School Year, some of highlights listed below:

Football-Home Playoff Win

Girls Soccer-District Runner-up

Boys Soccer-District Champion-2 years in a row

Girls Golf-Region Champion-3 Years in Roll-Individual Winner-Malainey Dobbs

Boys Golf-State Qualifier-Kooper Gehring

Cross Country-Boys Region Champions-Individual Winner-Ryder Bell

E-Sports-State Final 4

HS Boys and Girls Basketball District Tournament to be hosted at Wayne County Week of February 24th-28th

HS Wrestling Region at Corbin Arena-Feb 22nd

Dance-State Competition Feb 22nd at Frankfort

MS Boys Basketball 8th Grade Gold Champions at KBC/12th Region Runner-up

Hosting HS Baseball/Softball District Tournaments in Spring

We hosted HS Boys/Girls Soccer District/Volleyball and Region for Cross Country

Approval of 2025-2026 School Calendar

Order #65 - Motion Passed:  Approval of 2025-2026 School Calendar 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 # 79.

Approval of the 2025-2026 Allocation Formulas

Order #66 - Motion Passed:  Approval of the 2025-2026 Allocation Formulas 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 # 80.

Approval of ERATE Eligible Items for Internal Connections and Telecommunications

Order #67 - Motion Passed:  Approval of ERATE Eligible Items for Internal Connections and Telecommunications passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 81.

Approval to Declare Nineteen (19) Computers as Surplus Property

Order #68 - Motion Passed:  Approval to Declare Nineteen (19) Computers as Surplus Property passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 82.

Approval of BG1 Project (Davis Heirs Land Acquisition) BG 24-427 in the amount of
$ 136,850.00

Order #69 - Motion Failed:  Approval of BG1 Project (Davis Heirs Land Acquisition) BG 24-427 in the amount of $ 136,850.00 failed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.

Order #70 - Motion Passed:  Approval to table BG1 Project (Davis Heirs Land Acquisition) BG 24-427 in the amount of $ 136,850.00 till the March board meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Benton Sloan and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Mr. Justin Alley, Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Director provided the board with information regarding the Davis Heirs Land Acquisition. Board had lengthy discussion, and question and answer session regarding this property. This purchase may be made out of Building Funds

Copy of BG1 Project may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 83.

Order #71 - Motion Passed:  Motion to approve purchase of two Kubota tractors and implements (excluding the disc & plow) with financing for four years in amount of $ 148, 134.00 passed with a motion by Mr. Benton Sloan and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Mr. Justin Alley, Buildings, Grounds and Maintenance Coordinator was asked to get bids on purchasing of two tractors/implements (maintenance/ag departments) at last board meeting.

Mr. Alley presented the board with the bids from three different businesses. After lengthy discussion and question and answer session, some of which concerns regarding this purchase would come out of general funds. Mr. Alley also made suggestion to purchase AG tractor and hold off on purchase of maintenance tractor at this time. 

A copy of the tractor bids can be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 84.

Order #72 - Motion Passed:  Approval of projects to be paid for by Capitol Funds Request of Building funds in estimated total of $95,000.00 passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Mr. Justin Alley, Buildings, Grounds & Maintenance Director presented the board with estimates of needed repairs the district would like to make with Capitol Funds in the near future. 

Asbestos abatement and replacement of floor tiles in 5-6 classrooms at Bell Elementary $35,000.00

Replacement of flooring in Monticello Elementary Media Center $25,000.00

Replacement of vinyl flooring in Wayne County Middle School hallways  $ 20,000.00

Replacement of HVAC compressors at Wayne County District Services Building $ 15,000.00

Order #73 - Motion Passed:  Approval for board counsel to send certified letter to Alliance Corporation regarding where we are in our contract (outstanding invoices if any, etc.)and 20 (twenty) day response deadline with Walker Early Learning Center Project passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Ramsey and a second by Mr. Jarrod Criswell.

Copy of the Contract may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 85.

Order #74 - Motion Passed:  Motion to remove Agenda Item 14A from consent agenda and make Agenda Item 15 Discuss and/or take action on the MOA with Somerset Mental Health Services and Family Support Agency Providing Services on School Property passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Order #75 - Motion Passed:  Approval of Consent items 14B -14E passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Joe Hancock.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 86.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 87.

A copy may be found in the Minute Abstract Files # 88.

Motion to approve a Memorandum of Agreement with Somerset Mental Health Services and Family Support Agency Providing Services on School Property (Somerset Mental Health, PSC) after board attorney has reviewed and amended the agreement for FERPA Compliance

Order #76 - Motion Passed:  Motion to approve a Memorandum of Agreement with Somerset Mental Health Services and Family Support Agency Providing Services on School Property (Somerset Mental Health, PSC) after board attorney has reviewed and amended the agreement for FERPA Compliance passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Motion to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (f)

Order #77 - Motion Passed:  Motion to enter into Executive Session Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (f) passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Motion to return from Executive Session Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (f)

Order #78 - Motion Passed:  Motion to return from Executive Session Pursuant to KRS 61.810 (1) (f) passed with a motion by Mr. Jarrod Criswell and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.

Adjournment of the meeting

Order #79 - Motion Passed:  Adjournment of the meeting passed with a motion by Mr. Tony Roberts and a second by Mr. Richard Ramsey.