Fruitport Board of Education
Regular Monthly Meeting
September 17, 2018 7:00 p.m.
High School Media Center

I. The Regular meeting of the Board of Education was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by Board President, Dave Hazekamp.

II. The PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was recited.

III. ROLL CALL: Present – Jill Brott, Elroy Buckner, Tim Burgess, Kris Cole, Susan Franklin, Dave Hazekamp, and Steve Kelly.

IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Item 18-117. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Buckner to approve the agenda with one change to the Personnel Report: removal of Gabrielle Stout from the new hire list.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

V. PRESENTATIONS
President, Dave Hazekamp presented Maribeth Clarke with a Letter of Recognition and Thanks from the Board of Education.
Five Fruitport High School Eagle Scouts were recognized for their efforts in becoming an Eagle Scout. Each spoke about their journey, explained their community projects, and answered questions.

VI. COMMUNICATIONS
None.

VII. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.

VIII. SUPERINTENDENT/ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
None.

IX. CONSENT AGENDA
Item 18-118. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Cole to approve the Consent Agenda as listed below:
1. Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of August 20, 2018
2. Acceptance of Bills, Monthly Financial Report, and ACH Transactions
3. Acceptance of Student Activity Summary Report
4. Acceptance of Credit Card and Utilities Report
5. Approval of Capital Projects Progress Report
6. Approval of the Personnel Report (with the removal of Gabrielle Stout)
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

X. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS
1. Second and Final Reading of Grading Policy.
Item 18-119. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Buckner to approve the second and final reading of Grading Policy # 5421 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

XI. BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of committee meeting held September 10, 2018.
Elroy Buckner reported on a Business and Finance Committee meeting held September 10, 2018. Dave Hazekamp, Elroy Buckner, Kris Cole, Mark Mesbergen, and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee received a Bond Update and discussed Cash Flow options.
2. Authority to Borrow Funds.
Item 18-120. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Cole to approve the resolution giving Bob Szymoniak and Mark Mesbergen the authority to borrow cash on behalf of Fruitport Community Schools. Roll call vote: Buckner, Yes; Brott, Yes; Burgess, Yes; Cole, Yes; Franklin, Yes; Hazekamp, Yes; Kelly, Yes.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

XII. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of committee meeting held September 12, 2018.
Steve Kelly reported on a Personnel Committee meeting held September 12, 2018. Dave Hazekamp, Steve Kelly, Tim Burgess, and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee discussed Changes to Adult Ed Staffing and various Personnel Matters.
2. Changes to Adult Education Staff Responsibilities.
Item 18-121. MOTION by Kelly, SECOND by Brott to approve the changes to Adult Ed staffing as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
3. Clerical Letter of Agreement.
Item 18-122. MOTION by Kelly, SECOND by Brott to approve the Letter of Agreement regarding Ms. Juusola’s continuing employment with Fruitport Community Schools as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

XIII. STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
Nothing to report.

XIV. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Susan Franklin spoke about the Burger Crest Night/Edgewood Fundraiser. She encouraged everyone to support the PTO event on the third Monday of each month.
Kris Cole mentioned the Elementary Tailgate party and the Cause Week football game on Friday, September 14th. Both events were very successful. He enjoyed seeing everyone come together throughout Cause Week and was touched by the lantern ceremony.
Bob Szymoniak also mentioned how respectful the audience was during the special Cause Week ceremony after the football game. Cause Week really brought the community together. It was a proud moment for Fruitport Community Schools.
Jill Brott reported on a leadership meeting she attended at Shettler Elementary. She said it was very well organized, roles were designated, and she is happy to be a part of the group. Jill also mentioned a positive conversation she had with a parent regarding Fruitport Preschool.
Dave Hazekamp acknowledged the efforts of our high school administration, OAK Construction, and Tower Pinkster for their work in making sure students were safe and secure during their return to school. The attention to detail has been outstanding.

XV. AGENDA ITEMS for FUTURE MEETINGS & SCHEDULING OF ANY SPECIAL MEETINGS
1. Business and Finance Committee will meet October 8, 2018 at 11:30 a.m.
2. Personnel Committee will meet October 10, 2018 at 7:00 a.m.
3. Student Affairs Committee will meet October 10, 2018 at 5:30 p.m.
4. Board Workshop has been scheduled for September 24, 2018 at 6:00 p.m.
5. Ad Hoc Construction Meeting, September 25, 2018, 10:15 a.m.

XVI. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.

XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Item 18-123. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Brott to adjourn.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0

The meeting adjourned at 7:26 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,

Steve Kelly
Board Secretary

Maribeth Clarke
Recording Secretary