Fruitport Board of Education
Regular Monthly Meeting
May 20, 2019 7:00 p.m.
Edgewood Art Room
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 19-054. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Brott to approve the agenda as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
V. PRESENTATIONS
Principal, Tom Hamilton welcomed board members, the community, and staff to Edgewood. He introduced Assistant Principal, Sephram Raymond who spoke about the HIL Grant and Super Kids; a reading program for K-2 students. Teachers, Rebecca Robison, Samantha Nutt, and Lisa Stroup gave examples of the success teachers and students were having with Super Kids.
High School Social Studies Teacher, Deeann Skov introduced two students who attended the Michigan Youth in Government conference in Lansing. The students spoke about being part of the legislative process during the four days in Lansing. Both are looking forward to going again next year. Deeann also thanked board member, Susan Franklin for taking 20 AP Government students on a tour of the court house.
VI. COMMUNICATIONS
Board Secretary, Steve Kelly read aloud a thank you note from Rhonda Finn.
VII. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
Teacher, Theresa Stinson-Lahring addressed the board regarding middle school health class, the pool, and LGBTQ student health.
VIII. SUPERINTENDENT/ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Bob Szymoniak offered to give a tour of the high school bond project to anyone who wanted to attend after the board meeting.
IX. CONSENT AGENDA
Item 19-055. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Brott to approve the Consent Agenda as listed below:
1. Approval of Workshop Minutes of April 22, 2019
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
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
X. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS
1. MAISD Biennial Election Resolution.
Item 19-056. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Franklin to adopt the MAISD Biennial Election Resolution naming Dave Hazekamp as the Fruitport Community Schools’ election representative and Elroy Buckner as the alternate to support candidate: Mary Schaab for a six year term expiring June 30, 2025 at the Muskegon Area Intermediate School District’s Biennial Election to be held June 3, 2019. Roll Call: Brott, Yes; Buckner, Yes; Burgess, Yes; Cole, Yes; Franklin, Yes; Hazekamp, Yes; and Kelly, Yes.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
2. MAISD 2019-20 General Fund Budget Resolution.
Item 19-057. MOTION by Burgess, SECOND by Brott to adopt the MAISD 2019-20 General Fund Budget Resolution as presented. Roll Call: Brott, Yes; Buckner, Yes; Burgess, Yes; Cole, Yes; Franklin, Yes; Hazekamp, Yes; and Kelly, Yes.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
3. MHSAA 2019-20 Membership.
Item 19-058. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Buckner to adopt the 2019-20 Membership Resolution as prepared by MHSAA for participation as presented. Roll Call: Brott, Yes; Buckner, Yes; Burgess, Yes; Cole, Yes; Franklin, Yes; Hazekamp, Yes; and Kelly, Yes.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
4. Resolution Supporting Adequate Funding of Michigan Schools.
Item 19-059. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Brott to adopt the Resolution in Support of Adequately Funding Michigan Schools as presented. Roll Call: Brott, Yes; Buckner, Yes; Burgess, Yes; Cole, Yes; Franklin, Yes; Hazekamp, Yes; and Kelly, Yes.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
XI. BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of committee meeting held May 14, 2019.
Elroy Buckner reported on a Business and Finance Committee meeting held May 14, 2019. Dave Hazekamp, Elroy Buckner, Kris Cole, Bob Szymoniak, Jeff Grossenbacher and Mark Mesbergen were present.
The committee discussed: a Phone System Recommendation, the Chartwell’s Contract Renewal, Sinking Fund, Year 3 of Vehicle Replacement Schedule, the School Funding Resolution, and School of Choice Data.
2. Purchase and Installation of New Phone System.
Item 19-060. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Cole to approve the purchase of the new phones and installation of the new phone system based on the quote for a total of $139,326.80 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
3. Chartwell’s Contract Renewal.
Item 19-061. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Cole to approve the 2019-20 Chartwell’s contract for management services as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
XII. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of committee meeting held May 13, 2019.
Steve Kelly reported on a Personnel Committee meeting held May 13, 2019. Dave Hazekamp, Tim Burgess, Steve Kelly, and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee discussed: Teacher Moves, ECC Expansion, the School Funding Resolution, the Superintendent’s Testimony on Mental Health in Lansing, and the PBIS High School Assembly.
XIII. STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of committee meeting held May 13, 2019.
Jill Brott reported on a Student Affairs Committee meeting held May 13, 2019. Dave Hazekamp, Allison Camp, Jill Brott, and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee discussed: School Improvement, the School Funding Resolution, Classroom Re-assignments, Clark Hill, Career Ed Legislative Mandates, and the Superintendent’s Testimony on Mental Health in Lansing.
2. Parent-Student Athletic Handbook.
Item 19-062. MOTION by Brott, SECOND by Franklin to approve updates and revisions to the Parent-Student Athletic Handbook as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
XIV. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Jill Brott spoke about the Art Exhibit held at the middle school, a Reproductive Health Meeting and an Instructional Council Meeting she attended.
Elroy Buckner mentioned his positive thoughts on seeing the excitement of teachers presenting at the board meeting. He wondered what the next steps are for moving forward. A discussion regarding reading pilot programs for grades 3-5 ensued.
Dave Hazekamp gave a brief update on Instructional Council and spoke about the need to keep curriculum current. He also mentioned the high school PBIS assembly where many prizes were given away along with a car!
Kris Cole spoke about a trip with his daughter and the 8th grade class to Washington DC. He was very impressed with the tour company and the valuable experiences, education, and knowledge gained.
Susan Franklin mentioned the Edgewood Spring Sing. She was impressed with the K-2 program and stated, “The concert was very well done.”
Steve Kelly updated the Board on the success of Fruitport Varsity Girls’ Tennis. He said they placed 2nd at Regionals and will be competing at State on May 31st. Two track athletes will be competing at State as well.
XV. AGENDA ITEMS for FUTURE MEETINGS & SCHEDULING OF ANY SPECIAL MEETINGS
1. Business and Finance Committee will meet June 11, 2019 at 11:30 a.m.
2. Personnel Committee will meet June 10, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.
3. Student Affairs Committee will meet June 10, 2019 at 12:00 p.m.
4. Truth and Taxation Hearing June 24, 2019 at 6:30 p.m.
XVI. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Item 19-063. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Brott to adjourn.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:22 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Kelly
Board Secretary
Maribeth Clarke
Recording Secretary