BOC January 2010 Minutes
By Sue Howe
March 02, 2010
GRUNDY AREA VOCATIONAL CENTER
BOARD OF CONTROL MINUTES
JANUARY 28, 2010
REGULAR MEETING
Regular meeting of the Grundy Area Vocational Center Board was held on Thursday, January 28, 2010. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by Dr. Pat Halloran, Chairman.
Members Present: Mr. Ralph Wagner, Mr. Craig Male, Dr. Kent Bugg, Mr. Todd Drafall, Dr. Rich Decman, and Mr. Shawn Hamilton. Also present were Mr. Lance Copes, Mr. Mark Hulbert, Mrs. Kim Smallwood and Mrs. Sue Howe.
AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION
None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND CLOSED SESSION OF THE DECEMBER 17, 2009 BOARD MEETING
Motion was made by Mr. Hamilton and SECONDED by Mr. Wagner to approve the December 17, 2009 Board of Control Minutes and Closed Session Minutes. On roll call vote, those voting, AYE: Morris, Minooka, Gardner South Wilmington, and Coal City. NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
APPROVAL OF BILLS, PAYROLL, AND FINANCIAL REPORTS
Bills, payroll, add on bills and financial reports were presented. Motion was made by Mr. Male to approve the bills, payroll, add on bills, and financial reports, SECONDED by Mr. Hamilton. On roll call vote, those voting, AYE: Gardner South Wilmington, Minooka, Morris, and Coal City. NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
REPORTS
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR’S REPORT
Mr. Hulbert reviewed his report which was enclosed. Mr. Hulbert discussed information on the curriculum cycle for instructional improvement. Discussion followed.
Mr. Hulbert discussed the “Testing Strategies Workshop” which was presented by Mary Waters on January 4, 2010 during Teacher Institute. Discussion followed.
DEAN’S REPORT
Mrs. Smallwood’s report was enclosed. Mrs. Smallwood discussed discipline/referrals/attendance.
Mrs. Smallwood informed the Board of a raffle which will take place for the student organizations fundraiser. The grand prize will be a 46” HDTV. The raffle will take place on February 4, 2010.
The Health Occupation Students of America will be presenting “The Value of being an Organ Donor.”
- GSW Jan. 15th
- CC Jan. 29th
- MO Feb. 18th
- MI Feb. 23rd and March 3rd
Mrs. Smallwood met with Mr. Tom Dardis and he indicated the 8th grade construction fair will no longer take place as done before. Changes will be made and discussed in the future. Discussion followed.
CALENDAR- FEBRUARY 2010
February 2010 calendar was included in the packet.
No school in observance of President’s Day on Monday, February 15, 2010.
Board of Control Meeting is scheduled Thursday, February 25, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. at the Center.
Teacher Institute will be held on Friday, February 26, 2010.
COSMETOLOGY & RFP REPORT
Mr. Copes reviewed the RFP process for the Cosmetology Program. Discussion followed.
PROPOSED CAREER CENTER LEGISLATION
Mr. Copes handed out information which he received regarding possible legislation that has a potential to affect Career Centers and their funding. Discussion followed.
GAVC BUILDING/FACILITY REPORT
Mr. Copes stated all feeder districts have been presented with the information for the proposed building construction. Minooka complimented Mr. Copes on his presentation to the Minooka Board. All districts are supportive of the Construction proposal; however, not all are in agreement with which proposal will be used. Discussion followed.
OTHER REPORTS
The lease on the white bus will be paid in full March 2010 and we will own the bus at that time. Discussion followed.
ACTION ITEMS
APPROVAL OF THE GAVC SENIORITY LIST
Recommendation was made by Mr. Copes to approve the FY 2010 GAVC Seniority List with the amended tenure date to be four (4) years from employment. Motion was made by Mr. Wagner and SECONDED by Mr. Male to approve the Amended Seniority List. On voice vote, those voting AYE: All. NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
APPROVAL OF THE DRYWALL QUOTE
Mr. Copes presented the drywall quotes. Mr. Copes recommended accepting the bid presented by Bill’s Drywall in the amount of $7,125.00. Motion was made by Mr. Wagner and SECONDED by Mr. Hamilton to approve the drywall quote received from Bill’s Drywall. On roll call vote, those voting AYE: Morris, Coal City, Minooka and Gardner South Wilmington. NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
APPROVAL OF THE CURRICULUM TIMELINE MATRIX
Mr. Copes recommended approval of the timeline matrix as presented. Motion was made by Mr. Wagner and SECONDED by Mr. Drafall to approve the curriculum timeline matrix as presented. On voice vote those voting AYE: All. NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
APPROVAL OF THE AUTHORIZATION FOR THE DIRECTOR TO ENGAGE LEGAL, FINANCIAL, AND RELATED SERVICES FOR THE LIFE SAFETY, RENOVATION, AND CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Recommendation was made by Mr. Copes to approve the authorization for the Director to engage legal, financial, and related services for the Life Safety, Renovation, and Construction projects. Motion was made by Mr. Hamilton and SECONDED by Mr. Drafall. On roll call vote, those voting AYE: Coal City, Morris, Minooka and Gardner South Wilmington. NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
OTHER ACTION ITEMS
None
CLOSED SESSION TO CONSIDER INFORMATION REGARDING APPOINTMENT, COMPENSATION, DISCIPLINE, PERFORMANCE, OR SPECIFIC EMPLOYEES OF THE CENTER
Motion was made by Mr. Hamilton and SECONDED by Mr. Wagner to enter closed session at 7:07 p.m. On voice vote, those voting AYE: All. NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
MOTION TO RETURN TO OPEN SESSION
Motion was made by Mr. Wagner and SECONDED by Mr. Drafall to return to Open Session for dismissal. On voice vote, those voting AYE: All. NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Mr. Hamilton and SECONDED by Mr. Drafall to adjourn the meeting at 7:16 p.m. On voice vote, those voting AYE: All NAY: None. Motion CARRIED.
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Dr. Pat Halloran, Chair Sue Howe, Board Secretary
