Benton Community Consolidated School District 47 Board of Education met October 23.
Here is the minutes provided by the Board:
Prayer was led by Bob Pankey.
Pledge was led by John Metzger.
The Board of Education of Benton Community Consolidated School District No. 47, Franklin County, Illinois met in Regular Session on the 23rd day of October at 6:00 p.m. Vice President Bob Pankey called the meeting to order. Upon roll being called those members present were: Gary Messersmith, John Metzger, Bob Pankey, Lex Stewart, Derek Stowers, and Ron Winemiller. Brad Wilson was absent.
In the absence of President Brad Wilson, Vice President Bob Pankey will serve as President.
No modifications to the agenda needed.
Student Presentation – Amanda Lewis Special Education TMH Class
Closed Session:
No closed session needed.
Consent Agenda:
Derek Stowers moved to approve the Consent Agenda. The items assigned to the Consent Agenda were as follows:
6. 6.1 Approve Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting on September 25, 2017
6.2 Approve the Minutes of the Public Hearing on the Budget on September 28, 2017
6.3 Approve the Minutes of the Special Meeting on September 28, 2017
6.4 Approve Treasurer’s Report (September 2017)
6.5 Approve Payment of Bills (September 2017)
6.6 Approve the 2016-2017 Audit Report
6.7 Approve Maternity Leave for Lori Davis
6.8 Approve Maternity Leave for Abby Kathalynas
6.9 Approve Micah Neal as Cheer Volunteer Assistant
John Metzger seconded the motion. Upon roll being called the following vote was recorded: Gary Messersmith – yes, John Metzger – yes, Bob Pankey – yes, Lex Stewart – yes, Derek Stowers – yes, and Ron Winemiller – yes. Brad Wilson was absent. Motion carried.
Public Comments:
None
Superintendent’s Report:
Event Center Dedication Track Project Dirt Work Behind Event Center Financial Update
New Business:
Gary Messersmith moved to consider approving salary for Director of Learning, Debra Blakey, for the 2017-18 school year. Lex Stewart seconded the motion. Upon roll being called the following vote was recorded: Gary Messersmith – yes, John Metzger – yes, Bob Pankey – yes, Lex Stewart – yes, Derek Stowers – yes, and Ron Winemiller – yes. Brad Wilson was absent. Motion carried.
Personnel:
Derek Stowers moved to consider approving the employment of Jennifer Campbell as ISBE TAEOP Grant Teacher for the 2017-18 school year. Lex Stewart seconded the motion. Upon roll being called the following vote was recorded: Gary Messersmith – yes, John Metzger – yes, Bob Pankey – yes, Lex Stewart – yes, Derek Stowers – yes, and Ron Winemiller – yes. Brad Wilson was absent. Motion carried.
Ron Winemiller moved to approve the employment of Neva Corn as K-4 Lunchroom Supervisor. John Metzger seconded the motion. Upon roll being called the following vote was recorded: Gary Messersmith – yes, John Metzger – yes, Bob Pankey – yes, Lex Stewart – yes, Derek Stowers – yes, and Ron Winemiller – yes. Brad Wilson was absent. Motion carried.
Consider dismissal of a non-certified employee. No action required.
Board Comments:
Board Member Training
K-4 Secretary Position
Adjournment:
Lex Stewart moved to adjourn the meeting at 6:27 p.m. Ron Winemiller seconded the motion. Upon roll being called the following vote was recorded: Gary Messersmith – yes, John Metzger – yes, Bob Pankey – yes, Lex Stewart – yes, Derek Stowers – yes, and Ron Winemiller – yes. Brad Wilson was absent. Motion carried.
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