Fruitport Board of Education
Regular Monthly Meeting
November 16, 2020 7:00 p.m.
Board Room and virtual via Zoom
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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, Tim Burgess, Kris Cole, Susan Franklin, Dave Hazekamp, and Steve Kelly.
Absent – Elroy Buckner.
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Item 20-127. MOTION by Burgess, SECOND by Cole to approve the agenda with the following additions: TowerPinkster Check Presentation V-4 and XV-4 to include Working Virtual Expectations.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
V. PRESENTATIONS
Dave Hazekamp read aloud an Above and Beyond Award recognizing Kay Bowen and the Fruitport Grads Giving Back group for their outstanding efforts supporting the community when and where there is a need.
Dave Hazekamp read aloud an Above and Beyond Award recognizing Julia Kolbe for her efforts in organizing and leading Zoom meetings with the Emotional Support Team to determine additional types of mental health supports that may be needed by both students and staff during the COVID pandemic.
Rehmann Robson, LLC representative, Will Love presented the 2019-20 financial audit report. He stated the audit was performed in accordance with Government Auditing Standards. Fruitport Community Schools received a clean audit with no difficulties or findings. Will Love commended Mark Mesbergen and his staff for a job well done!
Curriculum Director, Allison Camp gave an update on the District’s Learning Plan.
TowerPinkster Architect, Matt Slagle presented the district with an Energy Act 2019 Rebate Check in the amount of $46,000.
VI. COMMUNICATIONS
None.
VII. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
Girl Scout Troop #4257 members Valerie Pollock and Grace Oleen asked the Board to consider making the district a more inclusive school community. They believe in their motto and making the World a Better Place.
High school teacher, Deeann Skov spoke about adapting to the hybrid schedule and teaching strategies during the pandemic.
High school teacher, Becky Moleski explained her Wednesday Outreach program for students needing extra help. She also stated that IEPs were being done virtually with great success.
High school teacher, Jay Stebelton explained how he has “flipped” his classroom instruction. Students are able to watch his lectures online during their virtual days and can then work in the lab on their face-to-face instructional days.
High school teacher, Elizabeth Grimm spoke about her online strategies to keep her homebound students moving forward. She has implemented Zoom meetings during her class time which allows students to join online.
High school teacher, Deeann Skov believes that the number one student issue impacting virtual learning is the ability to adjust to the online learning schedule.
Community member, Dianne Beckstrom addressed the Board regarding her land proposal.
Community member, Brooke Thorns described her week as a Muskegon Public Schools third grade teacher teaching remotely.
VIII. SUPERINTENDENT/ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
None.
IX. CONSENT AGENDA
Item 20-128. MOTION by Brott, SECOND by Cole to approve the Consent Agenda as listed below:
1. Approval of Workshop Minutes of October 21, 2020
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 6-0
X. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS
1. Sale of District Property.
Item 20-129. MOTION by Kelly, SECOND by Cole to deny the sale of district property to Diane Beckstrom as requested.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
2. District Learning Plan.
Item 20-130. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Kelly to stay with the current Learning Plan as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
XI. BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of a committee meeting held November 9, 2020.
Kris Cole reported on a Business and Finance Committee meeting held November 9, 2020. Dave Hazekamp, Elroy Buckner, Kris Cole, Mark Mesbergen, and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee discussed a land proposal, Bulletin 18, a Salary Formula Update, Collecting Summer Tax, and the COVID Learning Plan.
2. 2019-20 Annual Financial Report.
Item 20-131. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Burgess to approve the 2019-20 Annual Financial Report as presented by Rehmann.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
3. Summer Tax Collection.
Item 20-132. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Brott to adopt the Annual Resolution allowing Fruitport Community Schools to collect summer taxes as presented.
Roll Call: Brott, Yes; Burgess, Yes; Cole, Yes; Franklin, Yes; Hazekamp, Yes; Kelly, Yes.
Absent – Buckner.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
XII. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of a committee meeting held November 9, 2020.
Steve Kelly reported on a Personnel Committee meeting held November 9, 2020. Steve Kelly, Dave Hazekamp, and Bob Szymoniak were present. The committee discussed a land proposal, and the COVID Learning Plan.
XIII. STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Report of a committee meeting held November 11, 2020.
Susan Franklin reported on a Student Affairs Committee meeting held virtually on November 11, 2020. Susan Franklin, Dave Hazekamp, and Bob Szymoniak (remotely) were present. The committee discussed a land proposal, and the COVID Learning Plan.
XIV. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Jill Brott mentioned the Shettler Leadership Team Meeting.
Kris Cole spoke about Robotics and the success he recently had with online conferences. He stated that communicating with teachers is going well.
Steve Kelly thanked Courtney Stahl and Beach students for sending handmade cards to Mercy’s ICU staff.
Dave Hazekamp shared his appreciation to staff for all of the hard work and dedication to the district during this difficult time.
XV. AGENDA ITEMS for FUTURE MEETINGS & SCHEDULING OF ANY SPECIAL MEETINGS
1. Business and Finance Committee will meet virtually December 7, 2020 at 11:30 a.m.
2. Personnel Committee will meet virtually December 7, 2020 at 5:00 p.m.
3. Student Affairs Committee will meet virtually December 9, 2020 at 12:00 p.m.
4. A Special Board Meeting will be held virtually November 18, 2020 at 6:00 p.m.
XVI. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
Principals, Courtney Stahl, Tim Tiefenbach, Janelle Duffey and Lauren Chesney addressed the Board regarding face-to-face instruction. Collectively, they agreed that it is a very anxious and hectic time for staff in their buildings. They expressed their appreciation for Allison Camp’s hard work and support.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Item 20-133. MOTION by Kelly, SECOND by Brott to adjourn.
MOTION CARRIED 6-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:52 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Kelly
Board Secretary
Maribeth Clarke
Recording Secretary