Fruitport Board of Education
Regular Monthly Meeting
April 18, 2022 7:00 p.m.
Board Room
3255 E. Pontaluna Rd, Fruitport
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 – Elroy Buckner, Tim Burgess, Kris Cole, Susan Franklin, Dave Hazekamp, Steve Kelly, and JB Meeuwenberg.
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Item 22-045. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Buckner to approve the agenda with the addition of Curriculum Director, Allison Camp’s Curriculum Review and Replacement Cycle presentation.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
V. PRESENTATIONS
Director of Business Services, Mark Mesbergen and OAK Project Manager, Matt Hulswit gave an update on the 2017 and 2021 bond projects. Matt addressed a drainage issue and will follow up after a 4/19/22 meeting. Mark reminded everyone how far the district has come in the last five years.
Curriculum Director, Allison Camp presented information on the district’s curriculum review and replacement schedule. She covered new curriculum implemented over the past five years and explained next steps in the process.
VI. COMMUNICATIONS
None.
VII. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
Jason Kolkema introduced himself as a 14th Circuit Court Judge candidate for Muskegon County. Jason is a 1989 Fruitport graduate.
Christina Achterhoff introduced herself. She works with Senator Jon Bumstead and is happy to help with any district needs.
VIII. SUPERINTENDENT/ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
Superintendent, Jason Kennedy briefly touched on the following topics: Student Testing, Interviews, Job Vacancies, and Legislative Updates.
IX. CONSENT AGENDA
Item 22-046. MOTION by Cole, SECOND by Franklin to approve the Consent Agenda as listed below:
- Approval of Regular Meeting Minutes of March 21, 2022
- Acceptance of Bills, Monthly Financial Report, and ACH Transactions
- Acceptance of Student Activity Summary Report
- Acceptance of Credit Card and Utilities Report
- Approval of Capital Projects Progress Report
- Approval of 2021 Bond Report
- Approval of the Personnel Report
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
X. GENERAL BOARD BUSINESS
None.
XI. BUSINESS AND FINANCE COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
- Report of a committee meeting held April 11, 2022.
Elroy Buckner reported on a Business and Finance Committee meeting held in the Superintendent’s Office on April 11, 2022. Dave Hazekamp, Kris Cole, Elroy Buckner, Jason Kennedy, Jessica Wiseman, and Mark Mesbergen were present. The committee discussed: an updated Emergency Operations Plan, Strategic Planning, ECC Pay Increases, a Business Service Agreement with North Muskegon Public Schools, a Food Service RFP, and a Turf Field Change Order. - Food Service Management Contract with Chartwells. Item 22-047. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Cole to approve the Chartwells’ contract to manage the district’s food service operations for 2022-23 as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0 - Electrical Lighting Circuits and Conduit at Athletic Stadium. Item 22-048. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Kelly to approve the emergency change order allowing for old electrical wiring be replaced under the football field as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
XII. PERSONNEL COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
- Report of a committee meeting held April 11, 2022.
Steve Kelly reported on a Personnel Committee meeting held in the Superintendent’s Office on April 11, 2022. Dave Hazekamp, Steve Kelly, JB Meeuwenberg Jonny Morehouse and Jason Kennedy were present. The committee discussed: a Personnel Issue, an updated Emergency Operations Plan, Strategic Planning, and ECC Pay Increases. They received a general overview of topics discussed in other committee meetings. - ECC Staff Compensation Recommendation.
Item 22-049. MOTION by Kelly, SECOND by Meeuwenberg to approve the recommended raises as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
XIII. STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE REPORTS & RECOMMENDATIONS
- Report of a committee meeting held April 11, 2022.
Susan Franklin reported on a Student Affairs Committee meeting held in the Superintendent’s Office on April 11, 2022. Dave Hazekamp, Tim Burgess, Susan Franklin, Jonny Morehouse and Jason Kennedy were present. The committee discussed: a Varsity Hockey Cooperative Program, updates to the Adult Ed Handbook, Board Policy 5407, an updated Emergency Operations Plan, Drumline Lodging Assistance, and Strategic Planning. They received a general overview of topics discussed in other committee meetings. - Varsity Hockey Cooperative Program.
Item 22-050. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Burgess to approve the Varsity Hockey Cooperative Program with Reeths-Puffer High School as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0 - Updated Emergency Operations Plan and Procedures Manual. Item 22-051. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Burgess to approve the District’s updated Emergency Operations plan and Procedures Manual (EOP) as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0 - Overnight Trip Requests. Item 22-052. MOTION by Franklin, SECOND by Burgess to approve the overnight trip requests as presented.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
XIV. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS AND DISCUSSIONS
Kris Cole spoke about the High School Robotics’ competition at Saginaw Valley. He said their robot, known as the “Flying Dorito”, was a hit among the crowd! The team won the coveted Spirit Award. It was a great way to end their season!
Steve Kelly was impressed with the Community Drumline and Color Guard Performance. He stated that it was full of energy and excitement.
Dave Hazekamp commended Courtney Stahl and Laura Lopez on a recent K-5 Choir Concert. The concert was well attended and the kids did a great job!
Jason Kennedy thanked Mark Mesbergen, Allison Camp and John Winskas for their work and expertise over the past few months.
XV. AGENDA ITEMS for FUTURE MEETINGS & SCHEDULING OF ANY SPECIAL MEETINGS
1. Business and Finance Committee will meet May 9, 2022 at 11:30 a.m. 2. Personnel Committee will meet May 9, 2022 at 4:30 p.m. 3. Student Affairs Committee will meet May 9, 2022 at 5:30 p.m.
XVI. REMARKS FROM THE PUBLIC
None.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Item 22-053. MOTION by Buckner, SECOND by Franklin to adjourn.
MOTION CARRIED 7-0
The meeting adjourned at 8:07 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Kelly Board Secretary
Maribeth Clarke Recording Secretary
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