Mr. Chance will conduct the election of officers for 2006. 1. Chair: Nominated by: Second by: Motion to close nominations: Second by: If no other nomination, all those in favor: Yea_____ Nay_____ 2. Vice Chair: Nominated by: Second by: Motion to close nominations: Second by: If no other nomination, all those in favor: Yea_____ Nay_____ 3. Secretary: Katrina Kinman Treasurer: Ed Breckel Nominated by: Second by: Yea_____ Nay_____ After the election, the new Chair will proceed to conduct the remainder of the meeting.

Motion Passed:  Motion to nominate Pat Fannin as Chair passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Motion Passed:  Motion to close nominations passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Motion Passed:  Motion to elect Stanley Salchli as Vice-Chair passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mrs. Pat Fannin.

Motion Passed:  Motion to close nominations passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.

Motion Passed:  Motion to nominate Katrina Kinman, Board Secretary & Ed Breckel, Treasurer passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.

The minutes of the December 19, 2005, Special Meeting have been presented for your review and approval.

Approval of the minutes of the December 19, 2005, Special Meeting

Motion Passed:  Approval of the minutes of the December 19, 2005, Special Meeting passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.

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 Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.

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 December are presented for your information. December 1 - Met with Kyle Sexton (Strategic Planning) - Met with Susan Deaton and Hearn Teachers - Attended YMCA Annual Meeting December 2 - Met with Donnie Owens (Strategic Planning) - Read to Students at Westridge Elementary December 5 - Attended KASS Conference - Louisville - Participated in Frankfort Christmas Parade December 6 - Attended KASS Conference - Louisville - Attended Chamber of Commerce Showcase December 7 - Met with Lee Goss, Cathy Jackson (Strategic Planning) - Met with Martha Lail (Strategic Planning) - Met with Vikki Hall (Strategic Planning) December 11 - Attended WHHS Christmas Concert December 12 - Conducted Meeting with Curriculum & Instruction Staff - Met with Donnie Owens (Evaluation) - Met with Susan Deaton (Evaluation) - Met with Steve Evans (Evaluation) December 13 - Conducted Staff Meeting - Met with Greg Gaby (Evaluation) - Met with Dennis Hancock (Evaluation) - Met with Charley Preston (Evaluation) - Met with Martha Lail (Evaluation) - Attended Bridgeport Christmas Program December 14 - Met with Jeff Castle (Evaluation) - Met with Bob Bell (Evaluation) - Met with Sharon Collett (Evaluation) - Met with Laura Frier (Teacher) December 15 - Met with Leon Mooneyhan (OVEC Evaluation) - Shelbyville - Attended Central Office Open House December 16 - Met with Chrissy Jones (Evaluation) - Met with John Vickers (Evaluation) - Met with Debbie Naylor (Evaluation) - Attended Chamber of Commerce Luncheon December 19 - Conducted Meeting with Curriculum & Instruction Staff - Attended Board Meeting at Collins Lane December 20 - Attended Central Office Christmas Breakfast - Met with Greg Roush (Teacher) - Met with Genie Osborne (Metlife) - Attended Graduation at EDC December 21 - Attended OVEC Meeting - Shelbyville December 27 - Met with Maurice Chappell, Chrissy Jones

Personnel Actions taken since the last meeting of the Board are presented for your information. SUPERINTENDENT'S PERSONNEL ACTIONS as of January 3, 2006 EMPLOYMENTS and APPROVAL FOR EXTRA DUTIES: Transportation: Robert Miller, Transportation Clerical Assistant Greg Hamon, Bus Driver Hearn: Rebecca Nelson, School Technology Coordinator Franklin County High School: Shainey McFarland, Drop-Out Prevention Coordinator Career Tech Center: Mary Ellen Adkins, Health Science Teacher Substitutes: Dorothy Keeling, Sub Instructional Aide Timothy Younger, Sub Instructional Aide Carol McDonald, Sub Instructional Aide Earleen Smith, Sub Instructional Aide Smith, Missy Ann, Sub Cook/Baker Resignations: Deborah Lane Burdette, Teacher, Elkhorn Elem, 12/21/05 Jennifer Floyd, Health Science Teacher, Career Tech Center, 12/21/05 Cheryl Witt, Health Science Teacher, Career Tech Center, 12/2/05 Kelly Perdue, Drop-Out Prevention Coordinator, FCHS, 12/21/05 Jenny Bramlett, Instructional Aide/Job Coach, FCHS, 12/6/05 Transfers: Ellen May, from Transportation Clerical Assistant to STI Specialist, effective 12/7/05 Bart Spears, Special Education Teacher, from Elkhorn Elementary half day and Peaks Mill Elementary half day to Peaks Mill Elementary full, effective 1/4/06 Vonda Downing, Special Education Teacher, from Hearn Elementary to Elkhorn Elementary, effective 1/4/06

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

Ross-Tarrant, Architects are recommending payment of Pay Application #10 for the Elkhorn Elementary Renovation Project in the amount of $172,160.26. Included in this amount and request is a reduction of retainage of $128,452.43. The balance to finish, including retainage is $139,194.47.

Payment of $172,160.26 to Isaac Tatum Construction, Inc.

Motion Passed:  Payment of $172,160.26 to Isaac Tatum Construction, Inc. passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

As recommended by Ross-Tarrant, Architects and Dr. Curtis Byers, of Structural Design Group, we anticipate doing some structural repairs on the second floor of Franklin County High School during the summer of 2006. The necessary repairs involve the installation of connectors from the second floor slab to the exterior wall in the east end of the classroom wing. In order to begin the design and construction process, it is necessary to secure the services of an architect. Anticipated architectural fees are in the range of $3,200 to $3,700.

That the attached agreement with Ross-Tarrant, Architects be approved

Motion Passed:  That the attached agreement with Ross-Tarrant, Architects be approved passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.

School Report Cards are presented for your information.

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. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Orders of the Treasurer Date: 01/09/06 Warrant #: 010906 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: 01/09/06 Warrant #: SFS010906 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. Cathy Crump, Elkhorn Middle School Maternity Leave (up to 30 days paid) 2/26/06-5/1/06 2. Debi Curry, Elkhorn Elementary School Disability Leave 12/2/05-2/6/06 3. Teresa Camden, Food Service Disability Leave 12/16/05-12/21/05

That the Leaves of Absence be granted as listed

Attached is an "ADA Contract" for Franklin County residents attending the Scott County School district in 2006-2007

That the attached contract with Scott County be approved

Motion Passed:  That the attached contract with Scott County be approved passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mr. Doug Crowe.

Attached is the proposed Draft Budget for the Franklin County Public Schools for the 2006-2007 school year. This budget is based upon our "best guess" about revenues and anticipated expenditures. While we do expect modest gains in the receipt of local revenue, we have only received a forecast of about $7,000 additional dollars from the State. On the expenditure side, this budget is stable. No additional funds have been allocated to pay raises until more information (and revenue) is evident following the current legislative session. A much more accurate budget will be produced for your approval in May.

That the minutes reflect that the Draft Budget for 2006-2007 has been reviewed by the Board.

Motion Passed:  That the minutes reflect that the Draft Budget for 2006-2007 has been reviewed by the Board. passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.

Attached is the proposed amendment to Board Policy 08.1131 that was discussed in previous meetings. The amendment initiates three changes to our current policy: 1. The district would be required to pay all expenses for students taking Virtual Classes (KVHS). Courses currently cost $300 to take. We have three (3) students enrolled this year, but that number would likely increase. (Please see Mr. Chappell's memo in the back-up material.) 2. No limitation would be placed on the number of "Alternate Credits" a student may take. 3. The District Director of Middle and Secondary Curriculum and Instruction (Maurice Chappell) would have to approve any proposed Independent Study course syllabus. I have reviewed the proposed amendment with Mr. Chappell, Ms. Jones, and Ms. Nickel. It is our opinion that Mr. Chappell should not have any direct authority over curriculum within a school. We have some concerns about possible conflicts with statutes governing School Based Decision Making.

That the attached amendment to Board Policy 08.1131 be approved (by Emergency Proclamation) with the exception of the additional amendment to the last paragraph (concerning the Director of Secondary Curriculum).

Motion Passed:  That the attached amendment to Board Policy 08.1131 be approved (by Emergency Proclamation) with the exception of the additional amendment to the last paragraph (concerning the Director of Secondary Curriculum). passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Motion Passed:  To declare an Emergency Reading of Policy 08.1131 passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.

It is necessary for the Franklin County Board of Education to go into Executive Session for: "Discussions or hearings which might lead to the appointment, discipline, or dismissal of an individual employee..."

Motion Passed:   passed with a motion by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine and a second by Mr. William Cofield.

Motion Passed:  Exit Executive Session 9:10 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Stanley Salchli.

Martha Lail will lead a tour of the building after adjournment. The next meeting of the Franklin County Board of Education will be January 23, 2006, at Elkhorn Elementary.

That the meeting be adjourned

Motion Passed:  That the meeting be adjourned 9:12 p.m. passed with a motion by Mr. William Cofield and a second by Mrs. Linda LaFontaine.