South Central Reporter

Bond County Community Unit School District 2 Board of Education met May 6.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

The Board of Education of Bond County Community Unity No. 2 held a special meeting on Monday, May 6, 2024, in the BCCU #2 High School Library, 1000 E. State Rte. 140, Greenville, IL.

Board President Randi Workman called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m.

Those present were board members Frey, Reavis, Wall, and Workman. Others present were Superintendent Wes Olson; Executive Director of Business Operations Robert Koontz; Facilities Director Mike Wilhite; Comptroller/Treasurer Angie Brentlinger; Board Secretary Emily Laesch; WGEL Jeff Leidel; and Ernie Oakley.

Board members Carr, Gerl, and Simmonds were absent.

PUBLIC COMMENT

There was no public comment.

PARKING AND PAVING BIDS

Dr. Olson spoke regarding the parking and paving bids. The Board had received the full list of bids that were recorded in the Friday Update. The only information included in the meeting packet was the letter of recommendation from GRP | Wegman. He said that Gleason Asphalt's bid came in considerably lower than the others, but that they are standing behind the numbers 100%. Facilities Director Mike Wilhite stated that they are a well-established company who owns a lot of their own equipment and will not have to sub contract on many of the aspects of the projects. Specific guidelines had been shared with all the bidders, so they knew what was expected for each project. Dr. Olson said that a schedule and timeline will be determined after approval and that information will be shared with the Board when it becomes available. The "Bond County Paving Summer of 2024" paving projects include: four lots at the high school, as well as an addition of a sidewalk from the new auxiliary gym around to the main gym lobby; the junior high parking lot, playground, and Greenville Elementary's playground; and additional parking at Pocahontas School.

Motion by Frey, second by Reavis, to award the bit to Gleason Asphalt, in an amount not to exceed $659,400.00, to complete the "Bond County Paving Summer of 2024" projects as listed. Roll call vote: Frey, yes; Reavis, yes; Wall, yes; Workman, yes. Motion carried 4-0.

FACILITIES AND TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE

The list of possible Summer Work Projects was presented to the Board. Facilities Director Mike Wilhite has been going through the list to see what can be completed over the summer. There will be final approval for the work projects at the May 15, 2024 regular board meeting. We are looking for two general labor positions and one tech position to help out over the summer. These positions are minimum wage and have no benefits. One of the students is able to start next week to help with set up and tear down of graduation.

Mr. Wilhite gave an update on the roof projects. All rubber is down on the high school roof and they still have some trim work left to complete. The junior high is about 2/3 of the way done with laying the rubber.

Dr. Olson brought to the Board's attention an invoice from Hogue Construction for improvements at the high school softball field. All projects have been completed, but Dr. Olson was asking the Board to advise on payment, wondering if $20,000 could be taken out of the Athletics Fundraising so the Comet Card and Programs Activity accounts don't have to be taken down to a $0 balance. Hogue will be contacted to separate and itemize the bills before final approval.

FINANCE COMMITTEE

Bills to date for the month of May were shared with the Board.

Comptroller/Treasurer Angie Brentlinger stated that there was more tax money received. She is going to pull the Transfinder bill and wait until after July 1st to make that payment since it is a FY25 expenditure. She will also make a transfer from Fund 60 to Fund 30 prior to June 30th. The Treasurer's Report for April, 2024 was presented. Board Member Wall asked for a line-item report for Revenue and Expenditures for previous years so he can compare from year to year to help him understanding spending. Mrs. Brentlinger said that she could get him those reports, but doesn't know how accurate the line items will be due to reclassification of accounts, additional funding sources, and the fact that she wasn't here and in charge. of those accounts all those years. At the regular meeting on May 15th, the Board will take action on putting the budget on display and setting a budget amendment hearing. The current budget that was approved in September will be put on display for 30 days due to the fact that the final amended budget will not be complete until the June 26th meeting date.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

The Board decided to not enter into executive session.

NEW HIRES - CERTIFIED

Motion by Frey, second by Reavis, to hire Andrew Beckham as the Pocahontas School Principal for the 2024-2025 school year, for 200 days, with placement on the salary schedule at M+8, year 11. Roll call vote: Frey, yes; Reavis, yes; Wall, yes; Workman, yes. Motion carried 4-0.

Motion by Reavis, second by Frey, hire James Bryant as the Pocahontas School PE Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year, with placement on the salary schedule at B+0, year 1. Roll call vote: Frey, yes; Reavis, yes; Wall, yes; Workman, yes. Motion. carried 4-0.

ADJOURN

Motion by Frey, second by Reavis, that the meeting be adjourned at 5:55 p.m. Roll call vote: Frey, yes; Reavis, yes; Wall, yes; Workman, yes. Motion carried 4-0.

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