Grand Ridge Community Consolidated School District 95 Board met Sept. 20.
Here is the minutes provided by the board:
GRAND RIDGE DISTRICT. #95 BOARD OF EDUCATION MEETING
September 10, 2019
The September regular monthly Grand Ridge School Board of Education meeting was called to order in regular session by President Rich Frye, on Tuesday, September 10, 2019, at 7:00 p.m. Roll call was taken. Answering present were: Michael Wielgopolan, Christine Christensen, Ken Bernard, George Lukach, Fran Swallers, Mary Domoleczny and Rich Frye. Also present was Ted Sanders, Terry Ahearn and Melissa Bernard.
Visitors to the meeting: Bill Newkirk, Lisa Killelea, Kayla Simons and Susan Thorson.
After the Pledge of Allegiance, a motion to approve the minutes of the August meetings was made by Fran Swallers. This was seconded by Mary Domoleczny. Voice vote taken. All Aye. Motion carried.
The Treasurer's report was read and approved with a motion made by Ken Bernard and seconded by Mike Wielgopolan. Voice vote was taken: All Aye. Motion carried.
Payment of Bills. The bills for the month of September were inspected and presented for payment. A motion was made to approve the bills by Mary Domoleczny. This was seconded by Fran Swallers. Roll call vote was taken. All Aye. Motion carried.
Public Comment. None.
Principal's Report
• Mr. Ahearn shared with the Board, the beginning of the year updates and staff training that has been completed.
• Reviewed with the Board the calendar of events for the months of August and September.
• Reviewed August attendance.
• Reviewed with the Board the discipline for the month of August.
FY 2019 Financial Audit: Bill Newkirk addressed the board on the school audit that was performed in July. Janice Carlson was praised for all the work she does on the budget and Mr. Sanders along with the Board showed their appreciation.
Board Policy 2nd Reading: A motion was made by Mike Wielgopolan to accept the policy revisions of the 2nd Reading of Board Policy. This was seconded by Fran Swallers. Voice vote was taken. All Aye. Motion carried.
Superintendent's Report. Mr. Sanders reported on the following items:
• Mr. Sanders shared with the Board an update on the YMCA AfterSchool program Currently we have 20 surveys completed. We are waiting from the YMCA to contact us to clarify information on the program as well as the language on the contract. We currently do not have any staff members interested in doing the YMCA After School Program.
• An update was provided on the cafeteria lighting. Ficek and Mr. Sanders have been working together to complete the appropriate forms for the ComEd rebate; however we are not eligible for the rebates due to the vandal resistant lense. This means that the project will cost the full $18,856.
• The school had a surprise cafeteria inspection; we passed the inspection with no findings.
• Mr. Sanders gave the Board an update on the VOIP phone system and the door keyless entry.
• An update on the pipe re-insulation in the tunnel was given. We are currently waiting for Melvin Plumbing to give us a bid.
• Mr. Sanders shared with the Board that he is working with Marco to get better copiers.
• Mr. Sanders, reminded the Board that the Budget Hearing is scheduled for September 16th at 7:00 p.m.
• Mr. Sanders gave an update to the Board on the IDEAL asbestos removal in the boiler room and the HVAC systems.
A motion was made at 8:06 p.m. by Mike Wielgopolan to move to closed session to discuss the appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific employees, student discipline, and pending litigation. This was seconded by Ken Bernard. Voice vote taken: All Aye. Motion carried.
The board returned to open session at 9:11 p.m. on a motion made by Fran Swallers and seconded by Mary Domoleczny. Voice vote taken. All aye. Motion carried.
Personnel
• The Board recognized Rose Goodchild for all of her help with medical records. They appreciate all of her time and effort that she has given to the school
• A motion was made by Mary Domoleczny to hire Christine Buckley as part time cafeteria worker at minimum wage. This was seconded by Ken Bernard. Voice vote taken. All Aye. Motion carried.
• A motion was made by Fran Swallers to hire Carter Bacon as a substitute janitor for evening work. This was seconded by Mary Domoleczny. Voice vote taken. All Aye. Motion carried.
• A motion was made by George Lukach to hire Derek Shelton as the 7/8th Grade Assistant Girls Basketball Coach. This was seconded by Christine Christensen. Voice vote taken. All Aye. Motion carried.
A motion was made by Christine Christensen to adjourn the meeting at 9:12 p.m. This was seconded by Fran Swallers. Voice vote taken. All Aye. Motion carried.
http://grgs95.org/pdf/minutes/September%202019%20Board%20Minutes.pdf
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