Executive (KACC) Board Meeting

Thursday, February 11, 2010

8:00 a.m.

KACC Board Room

Minutes

Members Present

Grant Park: Mike Nicholson, Chairperson Bradley: Michael Hogan, Vice Chair

Peotone: Kevin Carey, Secretary Beecher: Denise Brands

Central: Tonya Evans (8:02) Herscher: Ruth Schneider (8:05)

Kankakee: Colleen Legge Manteno: Paul Russert (8:03)

Momence: Phil Smith St. Anne: John Palan

Reg. Office: Kay Pangle

The regular meeting of the Kankakee Area Career Center Executive Committee, Kankakee County, State of Illinois was called to order on February 11, 2010 at 8:01 a.m.

PUBLIC COMMENT

None

CONSENT AGENDA

1-3. A motion was made by Mrs. Legge, seconded by Mr. Palan at 8:02 a.m. to approve the consent agenda, minutes of the January open and closed meetings, accounts payable and financial reports. Mr. Fay called everyone’s attention to the fact there are now 2 reports for bills to be paid, one set of those paid in accordance with the new resolution, and those awaiting payment until approval at this morning’s meeting. Motion carried by unanimous roll-call vote.

DIRECTOR’S COMMENTS

4. State Payment Received: Mr. Fay was delighted to report receipt of CTEI funds in the amount of $150,000, and transportation payment of $8,000 in addition to the regular Perkins payment, which seems to arrive “like clockwork, unlike the State payments.” Dr. Nicholson questioned if there are still aged receivables, to which Mr. Fay responded, yes, the State is still behind in payments, just not as behind at this time.
5. Contingent Offer on KACC House #18: Mr. Fay reported we have received a contingent offer of $245,000 purchase price as well as $5,000 in earnest money. The home sale is contingent on the sale of the buyer’s house in Peoria. Anticipated closing date is April 30^th.
6. Joint Agreement: Mr. Fay reported on his meeting with Dr. Pangle in regard to this subject. Immediately following this meeting, the Executive Committee Officers will meet to review the suggested changes based upon Dr. Pangle’s and Mr. Fay’s suggestions. This topic is also on this evening’s agenda for the Administrative Council.
7. Performance Evaluations for Assistant Director and Assistant Principal: Mr. Hogan requested this subject be moved to Closed Session, under personnel.

CURRICULUM COMMITTEE MEETING: Mr. Fay gave an update on the items discussed during the recent Curriculum Committee Meeting (minutes attached).

DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS:

8. 2010-2011 Tentative School Calendar: Mr. Fay reported he has emailed a copy of the tentative calendar to all the superintendents. While he is not looking to formally adopt the calendar at this time, he did point out several dates to keep in mind. Of mention was:
1. Teacher’s Institutes: 3 days scheduled at the beginning of the year in order to provide adequate time for classroom preparation and include more teacher training opportunity.
2. Start date for students will be August 20^th.
3. Spring Break will be scheduled in March.
4. Good Friday will be a scheduled day off.

Dr. Nicholson questioned if any school is considering honoring Veteran’s day on the Friday, or if they are going to keep November 11^th. Everyone was in agreement they will honor the holiday on the actual date.

9. Preliminary Enrollment: A report was distributed and discussed. Dr. Smith questioned the average per-slot attendance in Automotive Technology. Mr. Fay explained there is one instructor for the first two slots, and the 3^rd slot, where there is a larger attendance, there are 2 instructors scheduled to ensure safety and adequate hands-on training. This topic was moved to closed session for further discussion to discuss staffing levels for FY 2011.
10. Tuition Increase: A motion was made by Dr. Smith, seconded by Mr. Hogan at 8:20 a.m. to establish Out of District Tuition at rate of $1,950.00 for FY 2011, and $2,000 for FY 2012. Motion carried by unanimous roll-call vote.

INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:

11. Principal’s Report: Ms. Goodale stated she will discuss preliminary enrollment figures in closed session. Student application deadline was last week, but Mrs. Goodale ensured everyone we will continue to accept student applications throughout the year to accommodate the schools’ changing needs. Ms. Goodale distributed a report showing the average grades earned at the Career Center. Ms. Goodale stated it does resemble a typical bell-curve, although because the students who attend here are attending an elected class of their specific interest, we typically see very few students who fail their class. Ms. Goodale reported on a recent workshop she attended and stated she will incorporate ideas and models presented into her faculty meetings as well as Teacher Institute days.
12. Special Populations Report: Matthew Kelley was unavailable to attend this morning’s meeting due to the 8^th Grade Career Awareness Days event. Mr. Kelley did include a written report. Dr. Pangle stated from her observation, the event was well run. Dr. Nicholson called attention to Mr. Kelley’s KARVES Advisory Committee meeting being scheduled on April 15^th which is the same date as IASA conference. Mr. Fay will let him know of the conflict.
13. April Executive Committee Meeting: Mr. Fay stated there needs to be a date established for the April Executive Committee meeting. There are several conflicts including Spring Break.

CLOSED SESSION:

A motion was made by Mr. Hogan, seconded by Ms. Evans at 8:27 a.m., to move to closed session to consider information regarding Employment, and Contract negotiating matters between KACC and its employees or their representatives, or deliberations concerning salary schedules for one or more classes of employees, [5 ILCS 120/2(c)(2)].

Re-Open Session:

The meeting was called back into session at 8:50 a.m.

Adjourn:

There being no further business, a motion to adjourn was made by Dr. Pangle, seconded by Mr. Hogan at 8:51 a.m. to adjourn. Motion carried by voice vote.

As Recorded By:_______________________________

Kevin Carey, Secretary