The minutes of the October 3, 2005, Regular Meeting are presented for your review and approval.

Approval of the minutes of the October 3, 2005, Regular Meeting.

Motion Passed:  Approval of the minutes of the October 3, 2005, Regular Meeting. passed with a motion by Mrs. Pat Fannin and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

The Monthly Financial Report is presented for your review and approval.

Approval of the Monthly Financial Report.

Motion Passed:  Approval of the Monthly Financial Report. passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

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 October are presented for your information. October 3 - Conducted Staff Meeting with Curriculum & Instruction - Attended Board Meeting at Elkhorn Middle School October 4 - Conducted Staff Meeting - Attended EES Construction Meeting October 5 - Met with Martha Lail at Bridgeport - Met with Pat Layton October 6 - Conducted Strategic Planning Lunch Forum October 8 - Attended KSU Homecoming Breakfast Oct. 11 - Attended Presentation for 2006 Ashland Teacher of the Year - Met with Michelle New, Connie Crask (FCEA) October 17 - Conducted Meeting with Curriculum & Instruction - Delivered Strategic Planning Packets - Attended Pep Rally at Bondurant Middle School - Met with Connie Anderson - Attended Working Session at BMS October 18 - Conducted Staff Meeting - Attended EES Construction Meeting - Met with Jenny McCarty Oct. 19 - Delivered Strategic Planning Materials - Met with R.B. Brown - Visited Community Education Oct. 20 - Participated in Strategic Planning Process - Attended WHHS Football Game Oct. 21 - Participated in Strategic Planning Process Oct. 22 - Participated in Strategic Planning Process Oct. 24 - Conducted Meeting with Curriculum & Instruction Oct. 25 - Conducted Staff Meeting - Met with Kent Whitworth (KY History Museum) Oct. 26 - Attended OVEC Meeting - University of Louisville Oct. 27 - Attended KSBA Regional Meeting - Stanford Oct. 31 - Conducted Meeting with Curriculum & Instruction

FUNDING RESOLUTION SAFE SCHOOLS

Personnel Actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are presented for your information. SUPERINTENDENT'S PERSONNEL ACTIONS as of November 1, 2005 EMPLOYMENTS and APPROVAL FOR EXTRA DUTIES: Transportation: Danna Jackson, Bus Driver Maintenance: Heather Presley, Administrative Secretary Community Education: Karen Husko, Van Driver Elkhorn Elementary: Jean Locker, Cook/Baker Academic Coaches: Jeannece Luhrs, Kris Jarboe, Lane Burdette, Barbara Thompson, Carolyn Lynch, Dana Bradford Hearn: Extended School Services: Marci Bennette, Meredith Miller, Rebecca Giles, Shannon Yaremchak, Alissa Wall, Andrea Rice Peaks Mill: Mary Welch, School Technology Coordinator Extended School Services: Stephanie White, Shana Watts Tierlee Logan, Bart Spears, Rhonda Barmore Westridge Elementary: Extended School Services: Joe Lovell, Jessica Rogers, Kim Haskins Bondurant Middle: Extended School Services: Kelly Neal, Monica Sageser, Carrie Blunschi, Valerie Ramsey, Michelle Khan, Frances Fonza, Monica Brian, Rebecca Mansfield Jean Gray, Paula Boucher, Rebecca Dixon, Leslie Donnett, Glenda Lynn, Shannon Crump, MathCounts Coach Glenda Lynn, School Technology Coordinator Elkhorn Middle: Extended School Services: Tina Eden, Ann Ashley, Sherrill Elam, Pamela Jackson, Su Sheridan, Denise Smith,Ryan Manning, Stephen McCauley, Andrew Nieters Franklin County High School: Stephanie Jeffries, Cook/Baker Karen Lumbard, Custodian Janet Speer, Accompanist Western Hills High School: Lee Webb, 2nd Assistant Girls’ Basketball Coach Extended School Services: Brenda Scruggs, Stephanie Wooldridge, Jennifer Childress, Kathy Wells, Lauren Hill, Melissa Quinn, Tracy Huelsman, Matt Albertson, Bryan Edwards, Craig Fry, Scott Cress, Ryan Hale, Clinton Martin, Ashley Robinson, Lee Goss, Kori Rogalinski, Sayward McKee Substitutes: Harry Marshall, Custodian Jerrie Gunn, Custodian Rebecca Day, Custodian Wanda Hall, Bus Monitor Joyce Barmore, Bus Monitor Melissa Underwood, Cook/Baker Rebecca Mitchell, Instructional Aide Substitute Teachers: Paul Boblett, Stacia Serafini, Barney Sutley, Martha Abbott, Heather Bingham, Carla Phillips, Christopher Gay, David Owens, Nicolas Hill Transfer: Carolyn Perry, from Administrative Secretary, Maintenance to Account Clerk III, Finance Resignations: Pamela Dungan, Instructional Aide, Collins Lane Jennifer Floyd, Health Science Teacher, Career Tech Center Linda Bishop, Bus Driver Don Bishop, Bus Driver

Reports from the schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your information.

Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending approval of Change Order #4 for Elkhorn Elementary School at a total cost of $12,638.04. Included in the Change Order is: PR12 - Adding two (2) steel bollards adjacent to the transformer to protect it. Cost = $753.00 PR14 - Replace stage curtains. Cost = $7,504.04 PR17 - Demolish the existing concrete slabs and replace the sidewalk that connects the walk leading from the upper rear lot to the lower lot. Cost = $4,381.00 Total Cost = $12,638.04

Board approval of Change Order #4 for Elkhorn Elementary School at a cost of $12,638.04

Motion Passed:  Board approval of Change Order #4 for Elkhorn Elementary School at a cost of $12,638.04 passed with a motion by Mr. Doug Crowe and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of $124,056 to Isaac Tatum Construction for work accomplished on the Elkhorn Elementary Renovation Project. The balance to finish is $401,168.85.

Payment of $124,056 to Isaac Tatum Construction.

Motion Passed:  Payment of $124,056 to Isaac Tatum Construction. passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending approval of Change Order #11 for the Elkhorn Middle School Project at a cost of $3,208.50 This Change Order adds a column wrap of black laminate around the teacher's demonstration desk in Science Classroom 141 and a plumbing chase in Classroom 142.

That the Board approve Change Order #11 at a cost of $3,208.50.

Motion Passed:  That the Board approve Change Order #11 at a cost of $3,208.50. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of $105,800 to D.W. Wilburn for work accomplished at Elkhorn Middle School. The balance to finish, including retainage is $100,000.

Payment of $105,800 to D.W. Wilburn.

Motion Passed:  Payment of $105,800 to D.W. Wilburn. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.

Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending approval of Change Order #2 at the FCHS Gym Project at a cost of $28,407.57. This Change Order includes the following proposals: PR3 - Cover the remaining clestory window with an EIFS exterior and a drywall interior to conceal cracked glass discovered during demolition. Cost = $27,502.00 PR1 - Add to cost of (5) Type A light fixtures that have been turned over to FCPS. Cost = $905.37 Total: $28,407.57

Approval of Change Order #2 at a cost of $28,407.57.

Motion Passed:  Approval of Change Order #2 at a cost of $28,407.57. passed with a motion by Mrs. Pat Fannin and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of $44,625.30 to Griggs Enterprises, Inc. the balance to finish including retainage, is $34,062.49.

Payment of $44,625.30 to Griggs Enterprises.

Motion Passed:  Payment of $44,625.30 to Griggs Enterprises. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.

Ross-Tarrant, Architects, are recommending payment of $141,510 to Morel Construction Co. for work accomplished on the WHHS renovation project. The amount of retainage left on this project is $20,000.

Payment of $141,510 to Morel Construction.

Motion Passed:  Payment of $141,510 to Morel Construction. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Ross-Tarrant, Architects are requesting payment of the following invoices: 1. Elkhorn Elementary - $1,837.92 2. FCHS Gym - $274.76 Total - $2,112.68

Payment of $2,112.68 to Ross-Tarrant, Architects.

Motion Passed:  Payment of $2,112.68 to Ross-Tarrant, Architects. passed with a motion by Stanley Salchli and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

On October 20, 21, and 22 the Strategic Planning Steering Committee met at the Civic Center to begin the next steps of this process. Tonight we will have three members of the team talk about the Planning Summit with the Board. Tony Silvernail - Parent at Collins Lane Michelle New - Teacher at Bridgeport, President of FCEA Kyle Brumley - Student at WHHS Attached are the drafts of the "products" of their meeting and a roster of participants for your consideration.

No action anticipated.

The Consent Agenda is presented for your approval.

Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented.

Motion Passed:  Approval of the Consent Agenda as presented. passed with a motion by Mrs. Pat Fannin and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

Orders of the Treasurer Date: 11/01/05 Warrant #: 110105 Fund: General Fund/Federal Programs To Monte E. Chance: At the regular monthly meeting of the Franklin County School Board on the indicated date above, the following claims and bills were submitted to the Board for approval. The Treasurer was ordered to pay the amounts as indicated. Orders of the Treasurer Date: 11/01/05 Warrant #: SFS110105 Fund: School Food Service To Monte E. Chance: At the regular monthly meeting of the Franklin County School Board on the indicated date above, the following claims and bills were submitted to the Board for approval. The Treasurer was ordered to pay the amounts as indicated.

Approval of payment of bills.

The following employees have requested a Leave of Absence: 1. Jennifer McCain, Hearn Elementary Disability Leave 10/7/05-Until Released 2. Bradley Craig, CTC Disability Leave 10/1/05-11/15/05 3. Susan Barrows, Hearn Elementary Extension of Maternity Leave - Until 10/27/05 4. Jamie Clark, Peaks Mill Maternity Leave 12/9/05-3/17/06 5. Kathryn Wells, WHHS Disability Leave 11/28/05-1/4/06

Approval of the requests for Leaves of Absence as listed above.

The items listed in the attachments are recommended to be declared as surplus property.

That the items be declared as surplus property.

Maurice Chappell is recommending that the Board amend Policy 08.1131 to raise from two to three the number of independent study courses high school students may take.

That Policy 08.1131 be amended as shown.

Mark Watson, Director of Transportation, is seeking approval to order and purchase eight (8) new 2006 school buses. The total cost is listed as follows: (7) 84 Passenger Buses - $542,906 (1) Handicap Accessible Bus - $40,226 (8) Radios - $4,016.00 (7) Digital Camera Set-up - $16,030.00 Total: $603,178

That the Board approve the purchases of eight (8) buses at a cost of $603,178.

Motion Passed:  That the Board approve the purchases of eight (8) buses at a cost of $603,178. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Attached is a resolution authorizing the purchase/lease of eight (8) school buses through the Kentucky Interlocal School Transportation Association (KISTA). The cost ($603,178) is paid back over a ten year period with about 80% of the cost being reimbursed by the State. An average interest rate of approximately 3.70% is anticipated.

That the KISTA Participation Resolution be approved.

Motion Passed:  That the KISTA Participation Resolution be approved. passed with a motion by Mrs. Pat Fannin and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

The following contracts are submitted for your approval: 1. Owen County 2005-2006 - 1 Student Franklin County resident educated in Owen County 2. Clark County 2006-2007 - TBA Franklin County resident educated in Clark County 3. Frankfort Independent 2005-2006 - 136 Students Franklin County residents educated by Frankfort Independent

That the attached attendance contracts be approved as presented.

Motion Passed:  That the attached attendance contracts be approved as presented. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.

The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be a Working Session, November 21, at Peaks Mill Elementary.

That the meeting be adjourned.

Motion Passed:  That the meeting be adjourned. 9:01 p.m. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.