I recommend approval of the minutes of the April 5, 2004, Regular Meeting.

I recommend approval of the April 5, 2004 meeting of the Franklin County School District Finance Corporation.

I recommend approval of the minutes of the April 19 2004, Special Meeting.

I recommend approval of the minutes of the April 27, 2004, Special Meeting.

The monthly financial report is submitted for your approval.

I recommend approval of the Monthly Financial Report.

The Franklin County Board of Education has provided time in its agenda for individuals to make comments. Comments to the Board will be allowed up to a maximum of three (3) minutes. The Board does not allow comments on any matter dealing with personnel issues. Kentucky law states specifically that personnel matters are the responsibility of the Superintendent. On all personnel matters, you should contact the Superintendent of Schools. No questions, comments, or decisions/action related to public comments will be made by Board members at this time, unless the specific topic is on the agenda; however, the Board will listen to the comments and/or suggestions which may lead to a discussion of same at a future meeting. If an individual wishes for the Board to discuss and/or take action on a particular issue, they must follow the procedures outlined in Franklin County Board of Education Policy 10.2. The Superintendent or the designee will be able to assist in this request.

Mr. Chance's activities for the month of April are included in the Board packet.

Correspondence is included in the Board packet.

Personnel actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are included in the Board packet.

Reports from the School Councils are included in the Board packet.

Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects are requesting payment of $352,104.65 to D.W. Wilburn for work accomplished on Westridge Elementary School. Balance to finish, including retainage, is $2,401,277.52.

I recommend payment of $352,104.65 to D. W. Wilburn, Inc.

Sherman-Carter-Barnhart, Architects are requesting payment of $366,660 to Marksbury-Cornett Corporation for work accomlished on Commonwealth Elementary.

I recommend payment of $366,660 to Marksbury-Cornett Corporation.

As part of this project, it is intended that the contractor be able to obtain fill from the rest of our property along King's Daughters' Drive. In this area when excavation started, it was found that a major existig gas line obstructed the availability of this fill. The cost of the required work needed to relocate the gas line ($41,000) was negotiated by the architect and general contractor to minimize the cost. Because of the impact that any delay of this nature would cause the contract implementation, I administratively approved this expediture pending Board action. The work has already been performed and the line has been relocated.

I recommend that Change Order #1 be approved at cost of $41,000 pending KDE approval.

Sherman-Carter-Barnhart Architects have submitted the following for payment: 1. Westridge Elementary - $8,925

I recommend that Board approve the invoices listed above for payment.

Bids were opened on April 22, 2004, at 2:00 p.m. for the athletic upgrades anticipated at Franklin County High School and Western Hills High School. This includes new tennis courts at both schools, the resurfacing of the tracks at both schools and new visitor bleachers at Franklin County High School. Four bids were received. The lowest and best bid was received from Morel Construction at a cost of $1,015,000.

I recommend that Board approve the lowest and best bid to Morel Construction at a cost of $1,015,000.

Ross-Tarrant Architects are recommending payment of $244,440 to D.W. Wilburn for initial costs relating to the Elkhorn Middle School Project.

I recommend payment of $244,440 to D.W. Wilburn, Inc. for work associated with Elkhorn Middle School.

Ross-Tarrant Architects have sought pricing and proposals for the installation and leasing of temporary classrooms during the extensive renovations at Elkhorn Middle School and Hearn Elementary School during the 2004-2005 school year. Two proposals have been received. The lowest and best bid was received by Pac-Van, Inc. at a total cost of $210,175. There will be eight (8) classrooms set up for Elkhorn Middle School (with plumbing because of distance from the school). There will be four classrooms set up at Hearn.

I recommend that the Board contract with Pac-
Van as indicated at a a cost of $210,175.

Ross-Tarrant Architects are recommending payment of $46,882.17 to Gordon Construction for work accomplished on the WHHS Girls' Softball Press Box. Balance to finish, plus retainage is $62,953.50.

I payment of $46,882.17 to Gordon Construction.

Ross-Tarrant Architects are recommending approval of Change Order #1 to the WHHS Girls' Softball Press Box at a cost of $4,272.25. This change will provide the labor, materials and equipment to tie into the existing sewer line. An amount of 164 linear feet of additional piping was needed to tie into the existing sewer line at a location acceptable to the plumbing inspector.

I recommend that the Board approve Change Order #1 for the WHHS Girls' Softball Press Box at a cost of $4,272.25.

Due to increased design costs associated with Change Order #1, Ross-Tarrant is asking for an additional $286 for fees.

I recommend approval of the additional $286 in fees to Ross-Tarrant for the WHHS Press Box project.

Ross-Tarrant Architects have submitted the following invoices for payment: 1. Elkhorn Middle School Renovation $22,384.32 2. Bondurant Middle School Renovation & Addition $8,728.26 3. Athletic Facility Upgrades $7,786.23 Total $38,898.81

I recommend payment of $38,898.81 to
Ross-Tarrant Architects.

I recommend approval of the Consent Agenda.

Current bills have been submitted to each member for study and approval.

I recommend approval of the payment of bills.

The following staff members have requested a leave of absence. 1. Cheryl Sageser, Collins Lane Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) August 11, 2004 - September 20, 2004 2. Nickolette Scott, Bridgeport Deduct Days May 5,6,7, 2004

I recommend the Board approve the leaves of absence as requested above.

National Fire Alarm Code Training June 17-18, 2004 Cincinnati, OH

I recommend the Board approve the out-of-state travel as requested above.

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I recommend the Board approve the contract as described above.

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I recommend that the Board approve this Consent Agenda item.

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I recommend that the Board approve this Consent Agenda item.

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I recommend approval of this Consent Agenda item.

Charley Preston was recently appointed as the first Principal of Westridge Elementary. Mr. Preston is currently the Assistant Principal at Elkhorn Middle School and his employment contract for that position would be fulfilled by June 1, 2004. Because of the extraordinary amount of work and organization that must go into the establishment of a new school, it is critical that Mr. Preston be employed throughout the summer of 2004. I am asking that the Board approve the extension of Mr. Preston's employment contract into June 2004. This would establish him as the Principal of Westridge Elementary beginning June 1, 2004, and would add nineteen (19) days of employment (as principal) into the 2004 fiscal year.

I recommend that the Board approve the amendment that established the position of Principal at Westridge Elementary beginning June 1, 2004, adding nineteen (19) days of extended employment.

Requests were advertised for and received for the 2004-2005 Bank of Depository bid. Seven (7) proposals were received and an analysis is included in the back-up information. Ed Breckel and I have reviewed the bvids and recommend that the best proposal has been presented by American Founders Bank. They are offering a "sweep account" which takes all of our funds and invests them as a whole at an investment and return rate of 1.8 basis points above the "Treasury Bill" rate. Because of the millions of dollars that flow through our accounts, this will give us the greatest return on our funds.

I recommend that American Founders Bank be designated as the Bank of Depository for 2004-2005.

Proposals for performance of the District Audit during the fiscal year of 2004 were opened at 2:00 p.m. on April 23, 2004. Five (5) bids were received. The lowest bid was received by Ross & Co., LLC at $14,500. However, Ross & Co. has performed our bids for the past three years. "Best Practice" and our own procedures in the past would indicate that we should periodically rotate our audit services. This practice is also highly recommended by the Kentucky Department of Education. Critchfield and Critchfield at a bid of $14,600 has a successful history of working with school district audits. Mr. Breckel and I recommend that the 2004 audit bid be awarded to Critchfield and Critchfield.

I recommend that the 2004 audit bid be performed by Critchfield and Critchfield at a cost of $14,600.

During the April 19, 2004, Board Meeting, extensive discussion was held concerning the use of Thoughtful Education's consulting services. The overall purpose of our Professional Development in this coming year will be to train leadership teams who will in turn train staff in the use of effective teaching strategies.

I recommend approval of the proposal with Thoughtful Education at an anticipated cost of $185,000 for 2004-2005.

Linda Nickel is recommending a comprehensive program that will assist teachers and principals in developing strategies focused on developing teacher's skills. Components of this program: 1. Establish a position for Coordinator of Teacher Quality Program Duties: Coordinate Program Cost: 85 days @ $270/day - $22,950 2. Teacher Mentor Duties: See job description. Cost: $39,155.25 3. Use of retired teachers to work directly with individual techers. The cost of this program will be paid from the NCLB Title II grant.

I recommend that the Board approve the Teacher Quality Program and positions for 2004-2005.

Enclosed is a spread sheet detailing all of the reallocations requested by school councils. All of these are the result of the March 1 allocation process which gives school councils the opportunity to fine tune their use of those funds given to them by the Franklin County Board of Education. Also included are stipends to be funded by school councils.

I recommend that the Board approve the reallocation of funds and positions and stipends as detailed.