I.
Call to Order
Chuck Fletcher, Chairperson
Larry Perkins, Vice Chair
Jennifer Kantner, Board Member
Natalie Lile, Board Member
Justin Watterson, Board Member
Mark Kopp, Superintendent
II.
Pledge of Allegiance
III.
School Presentation
Holiday performance from FCHS students.
IV.
Recognitions
Champions of the Month
V.
Public Comments
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.
VI.
New Business
VI.A.
Updated School Board District Precincts
County Clerk, Jeff Hancock, presented changes to the school board district precincts at the November 27, 2023 meeting. The updated precinct map is attached for approval.
Approve the updated school board precincts as presented
Order #2023-1445 - Motion Passed: Approve the updated school board precincts as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Mr. Larry Perkins.
VI.B.
First Reading of 2024-2025/2025-2026 School Calendars
The calendar committee met on November 30th to review feedback from the stakeholders survey and would like to recommend draft calendars for 2024-2025 and 2025-2026 school years. This is the first reading only and no action is required.
VI.C.
November 6, 2023 Meeting Minutes
The November 6, 2023 meeting minutes are attached for approval. Ms. Natalie Lile was absent and must abstain from voting.
Approve the November 6, 2023 meeting minutes
Order #2023-1446 - Motion Passed: Approve the November 6, 2023 meeting minutes passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.
VI.D.
November 27, 2023 Meeting Minutes
The November 27, 2023 meeting minutes are attached for approval. Mr. Justin Watterson was absent and must abstain from voting.
Approve the November 27, 2023 meeting minutes
Order #2023-1447 - Motion Passed: Approve the November 27, 2023 meeting minutes passed with a motion by Mr. Larry Perkins and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.
VI.E.
Approve the Purchase of Four Buses
Approval to purchase four buses with 2023-24 transportation funds is requested in the amounts of:
1) $157,225.00 (includes Rooftop AC, Air Disc Brakes, Storage, H Tires)
2) $157,225.00 (includes Rooftop AC, Air Disc Brakes, Storage, H Tires)
3) $162,850.00 (includes Lift, Rooftop AC, Air Disc Brakes, Storage, H Tires)
4) $151,940.00 (includes Lift, Rooftop AC, Air Disc Brakes, 4 Track Seats, H Tires)
Total= $629,240.00
*Vendor is on the Procurement List
Approve the purchase of four buses as presented
Order #2023-1448 - Motion Passed: Approve the purchase of four buses as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.
VII.
Construction
VII.A.
Request to Bid BG24-091 (Greenhouses)
JRA Architects requests approval to bid the work for the Greenhouse Project at Franklin County High School and Western Hills High School.
Approve the request to bid for the Greenhouse Project
Order #2023-1449 - Motion Passed: Approve the request to bid for the Greenhouse Project passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.
VII.B.
Approve Change Order #2 for BG 23-422 (Grandstands)
Approve change order #2 for BG 23-422 (Grandstands) in the amount of $3,890.00 to EZ Construction for revising the size of the planned gates and adding two additional gates.
Approve change order #2 with EZ Construction as presented
Order #2023-1450 - Motion Passed: Approve change order #2 with EZ Construction as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Justin Watterson and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.
VII.C.
Approve Invoices for BG 23-422 (Grandstands)
Request to pay the following attached invoices to Consulting Services Incorporated for inspection work at Western Hills and Franklin County:
1) $1,900.00
2) $2,075.00
Approve the invoices to Consulting Services Incorporated as presented
Order #2023-1451 - Motion Passed: Approve the invoices to Consulting Services Incorporated as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Mr. Chuck Fletcher.
VII.D.
Approve Pay App #4- BG23-422 (Grandstands)
Request to approve the following attached pay app for the Grandstands Projects at FCHS and WHHS -BG 23-422 in the amount of $126,494.10 to EZ Construction.
Approve the pay app to EZ Construction as presented
Order #2023-1452 - Motion Passed: Approve the pay app to EZ Construction as presented passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.
VII.E.
Approve Change Order #2 for BG 23-432 (Demo)
Approve change order #2 for BG 23-432 (Demo) at no cost to Colston Paving for extending completion of asphalt work to 4/15/2024.
Approve change order #2 to Colston Paving as presented
Order #2023-1453 - Motion Passed: Approve change order #2 to Colston Paving as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.
VII.F.
Approve Revised BG1 for BG 23-433 (Tennis Courts)
The revised BG1 for BG23-433 (tennis courts) is attached for approval.
Approve the revised BG1 for BG 23-433
Order #2023-1454 - Motion Passed: Approve the revised BG1 for BG 23-433 passed with a motion by Mr. Chuck Fletcher and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.
VII.G.
Approve Revised BG1 for BG23-434 (Tracks)
The revised BG1 for BG23-434 (Tracks) is attached for approval.
Approve the revised BG1 for BG23-434
Order #2023-1455 - Motion Passed: Approve the revised BG1 for BG23-434 passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.
VII.H.
Approve Outdated BG5s
Approve the following BG5s:
1) BG15-142 Flyer Training Complex
2) BG15-264 Kings Daughter's Drive Acquisition
3) BG16-066 Light Poles
Approve the BG5s as presented
Order #2023-1456 - Motion Passed: Approve the BG5s as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Ms. Natalie Lile.
VIII.
Reports to the Board
VIII.A.
Superintendent's Personnel Actions
Personnel Actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are presented for your information.
VIII.B.
Reports from School Councils
Draft minutes from schools' SBDM Councils are presented for your review.
VIII.C.
Attendance Report
The attendance report for month 4 (11/2/2023-12/6/2023) is presented for your review.
VIII.D.
Instructional Services Update
Deputy Superintendent, Tammy McDonald, will update the board on instructional services in the district.
VIII.E.
District Facilities Update
Assistant Superintendent, Jennifer Perkins, will update the board on facilities.
VIII.F.
Update from Student Board Members
Student Board Members will give updates from both high schools.
VIII.G.
Superintendent Report
Superintendent will share information on district events.
IX.
Consent Agenda
The Consent Agenda is presented for your approval.
Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented
Order #2023-1457 - Motion Passed: Approve of the Consent Agenda as presented passed with a motion by Ms. Jennifer Kantner and a second by Mr. Justin Watterson.
IX.A.
Payment of Bills
Orders of the Treasurer
Warrant #:121123 Fund: General Fund/Federal Programs
At the regular monthly meeting of the Franklin County School Board, the following claims and bills were submitted to the Board for approval. The Treasurer was ordered to pay the amounts as indicated.
IX.B.
Minutes
The November 13 and 28, 2023 meeting minutes are attached for your review and approval.
IX.C.
Contracts
IX.C.1.
24-25 Lifetouch Contract
The school picture contract is attached for approval.
IX.C.2.
Marriott-WHHS Beta
The hotel contract for the Beta trip is attached for approval. The trip was previously approved.
IX.C.3.
EKU Advantage Partnership Agreement
The EKU Advantage Partnership Agreement is attached for approval.
IX.C.4.
Embassy Suites Contract-FCHS Choir Trip
The hotel contract for the choir trip in February is attached for approval.
IX.C.5.
MOU - Social Worker Supervision
The contract with Lisa Berman for social worker supervision is attached for approval.
IX.C.6.
MOU - Social Worker Supervision
The contract with Laura Best for social worker supervision is attached for approval.
IX.C.7.
Trane Service Agreement
Approve the attached Trane Service Agreement.
IX.D.
Human Resources
IX.D.1.
Modify/Create Position- add to salary schedules
Modify/Create Position- add to salary schedules
Create: Districtwide LBD Middle School Position; funded by IDEA Part B
Create: Districtwide (EMS) Instructional Aide Position; funded by IDEA Part B
Create: Districtwide (CLE) LBD Teacher; funded by IDEA Part B
IX.D.2.
Approve Revised Salary Schedule
Approve Revised Salary Schedule
2023-2024: Stipends for Coaching and Other Extra Duties
IX.E.
Leaves of Absence
Leave Requests
Employee Number: 6861
Type of Leave: MAT
Dates of Leave: 03/19/2024-05/20/2024
Employee Number: 9254
Type of Leave: MED
Dates of Leave: 11/16/2023-01/18/2024
Employee Number: 6994
Type of Leave: MED
Dates of Leave: 12/04/2023-01/31/2024
Employee Number: 8962
Type of Leave: MAT
Dates of Leave: 02/21/2024-04/09/2024
Employee Number: 8227
Type of Leave: MED
Dates of Leave: 12/04/2023-01/03/2024
IX.F.
Overnight/Out-of-State Trips
IX.F.1.
Overnight Choir Trip-FCHS
FCHS Choir requests an overnight trip to the KMEA Convention in Louisville on February 7-9, 2024. There are 17 students attending. Cost for 2 night trip is $180.
IX.G.
School-Wide Fundraisers
IX.G.1.
Book Fair Fundraiser-EES
Elkhorn Elementary School requests approval for the book fair fundraiser.
IX.H.
Fee-CLE Cheer
Collins Lane has a $30 cheer fee for the team for the 23-24 year.
IX.I.
Surplus
For your review and approval is a listing of assets that needs to be surplused or disposed of. See attachment.
X.
Adjournment
The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be 6:00pm on January 8, 2024.
The meeting be adjourned at
Order #2023-1458 - Motion Passed: The meeting be adjourned at 6:46PM passed with a motion by Ms. Natalie Lile and a second by Ms. Jennifer Kantner.
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