Grundy Reporter

Minooka Community High School District 111 Board of Education met Oct. 16.

Here are the minutes provided by the board:

CALL TO ORDER

The regular meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. by President Mike Brozovich. The meeting was held at Minooka Community High School-Administration Building. A physical quorum was present with the following board members answering roll call:

                                             YES    NO

• Mike Brozovich                    X

• Laura Hrechko                               X

• Tim Juskiewicz                    X (remotely)

• Mike Hoyt                            X

• Jim Grzetich                        X

• Matt Shepard                       X

• Terry Spivey                                  X

Additionally, present were:

• Dr. Rob Schiffbauer            X

• John Troy                            X

• Dr. Phillip Pakowski            X

• Kristi Boe                            X

• Jamie Soliman                    X

• Michele Williamson             X

The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.

Secretary Pro Tem:

Motion by Brozovich, seconded by Matt Shepard to nominate Mike Hoyt as Secretary Pro Tem. Hearing no objections, the Motion was approved. Time: 6:01 p.m.

PUBLIC COMMENTS

Denee Robertson, President of the Minooka Transportation Association, spoke on transportation concerns. She encouraged board members to be aware and commit to important causes such as hiring. She requested board members to engage with MTA to better understand the issues that they are faced with.

PRESENTATIONS – FY24 Audit

Allison Kmen from Lauterbach & Amen, LLP presented the annual audit report which was provided to board members. Mr. Grzetich requested a copy prior to the board meeting next year if possible. There were no questions or concerns and it is anticipated for acceptance at the end of the meeting.

Regular Meeting Page 2 of 6 Wednesday October 16, 2024

ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS

Administrative reports were provided in the board packet for review.

Dr. Schiffbauer stated that Canadian National Railroad donated $25,000 to assist with the districts welding program. In addition, he reported that scoreboard advertising to date has raised $38,350. This is a 73% increase from last year. Lastly Dr. Schiffbauer commended Dr. Pakowski and his team on their efforts administering the pre practice ACT.

CONSENT AGENDA

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Shepard, to approve the consent agenda as presented:

A. Open Session Minutes

1. September 11, 2024 Committee Meeting

2. September 18, 2024 Budget Hearing

3. September 18, 2024 Regular Board Meeting

B. Financial Reports

1. Monthly Financial Reports

2. Payment of Bills/Total

3. Employee Payroll

4. Imprest Fund Report/Total

5. Activity Fund Report

6. Treasurer’s Report (Cash/YTD – Exp/Rev)

Voting Aye: Hoyt, Grzetich, Shepard Juskiewicz and Brozovich. Motion carried. Time: 6:14 p.m.

COMMITTEE REPORTS

There was no Committee of the Whole held in October,

Building and Grounds – Pre-construction and construction meeting minutes were provided in the board packet for review. Mr. Shepard gave an update that the design build for the construction projects with DLA and Nicholas and Associates are ongoing. The gym floor at Central is painted and is curing. The kalwall exterior of the wrestling gym is currently being installed and is anticipated to be complete by the end of next week. Storefronts for the offices at Central Campus have been shipped and should be installed this weekend. Radiant heat panels are scheduled to arrive and be installed for the administration building.

Curricular – Mr. Grzetich along with Dr. Schiffbauer, Dr. Pakowski and Department Chairs met on October 10th. The FY 25 Curriculum proposal was discussed and provided in the board packet for a first reading at the regular board meeting. Mr. Grzetich highlighted the new courses and discussed the costs that financially would affect the district. Dr. Pakowski discussed the approval of a new text book for street law, it is yet to be determined how long the district would have access to the online text or purchase the book version. A second and reading and possible approval of the Curriculum Proposal will be held at the November meeting.

GAVC had a scheduled meeting on September 23, 2024. Dr. Schiffbauer stated that there are ongoing discussions with GAVC Superintendents with regards to a participant agreement between the district and GAVC.

GCSEC meeting has been rescheduled for October 23, 2024.

DISCUSSION ITEMS

Educational Foundation Update:

The Educational Foundation update was included in the board packet for review. Dr. Schiffbauer stated that the Foundation team met on October 8, 2024 focusing on preparing for the Denim and Diamonds event on February 14, 2025. The next meeting will be October 22, 2024.

FY 25 Curriculum Proposal – First Reading:

A first reading of the FY25 Curriculum proposal was held and provided in the board packet for review. This was discussed in the committee report and there was no additional information added.

Transitional English Partnership Agreement with JJC – MOU:

The Transitional English Partnership Agreement between Joliet Junior College and Minooka Community High School was provided in the board packet for review. Dr. Pakowski reported that the English 4 class will now be considered as a transitional class. This means that any student who passes English 4 with a C or higher is guaranteed to enter into a 100 level English class at JJC or a 4-year school. The MOU is anticipated for approval at the end of the regular board meeting.

Debt Certificate Resolution:

The Debt Certificate Resolution was provided in the board packet for review. Mr. Troy stated that this is a follow up from the Stifel presentation. It is the first step in the process for funding the Field House and CTE additions. Once the debt certificates are approved, they will be priced in mid to late November and closed in December. These will be working cash issuances thereafter. Mr. Troy also reported on the credit rating from S&P. He was happy to announce that the credit rating has stayed the same with an AA stable outlook rating, which is one of the highest ratings to receive. Additional comments from S&P included that the district is consistent in positive operating results, has healthy reserves, and the districts’ operating performance has benefited from conservative budgeting and property evaluations. There were no concerns raised from board members and the Debt Certificate Resolution is anticipated for approval at the regular board meeting.

Policy 5:60 Expenses – Draft Update First Reading

The draft of the revised Policy 5:60 Expenses was provided in the board packet for review. Dr. Schiffbauer and Kathi Norman reported that the reimbursement policy has been updated in regards to mileage reimbursement. There were no question or concerns and it anticipated for approval at the regular board meeting.

Board and Superintendent Appointees:

A list of the FY25 Board and Superintendent appointees was provided in the board packer for review. There we no changes and it is anticipated for approval at the regular board meeting.

Succession Plan:

Per Board of Education Policy 3:70 the Succession Plan was provided in the board packet for review. There were no changes and it is anticipated for approval at the end of the regular board meeting.

Safety Protocols:

Mr. Murphy and Mr. Wikoff presented board members with an overview of the safety protocols. The presentation is in the board packet. It was provided in the board packet. Mr. Wikoff stated that in early August the safety plan was discussed with Minooka, Channahon and Shorewood first responders. He discussed and reviewed the safety drill schedule. Mr. Murphy discussed the transition to the Standard Response Protocol and the common language used in situations for “I Love U Guys”. In addition, he pointed out and thanked board members for the approval of additional security cameras at both South and Central Campus. He informed board members there are 15 lockdown push stations spread out throughout the school at each campus. Students and staff have been taught if they see something, say something and they are aware how to put the school in lockdown if needed. All visitors are asked to present an ID and are then entered into the Raptor Management system where their information is scanned through two databases. This also can be customized and screen for custody agreements and restraining orders. Mr. Murphy explained that there has been an additional campus monitor provided at South and Central Campus. There are full time School Resource Officers at each building who work closely with the Assistant Principals and offer feedback on areas to improve school safety. A Safety webpage will be launched soon to provide parents, staff, students and the community information on safety protocols.

Strategic Plan:

The Proposal from RJM Consulting Services Inc. was provided in the board packet for review. Dr. Schiffbauer met with Dr. Madonia from RJM Consulting services to develop a 5-year strategic long-range plan. The total cost is $14,900. This would include meeting with board members, surveying community, staff and students, data collection and analyzing. Dr. Schiffbauer added that a variety of area districts have utilized this service as well as in his prior district. He stated that it was a great experience and a great way to set goals for the district going forward. There were no objections and it is anticipated for approval.

ACTION ITEMS

Action on a resolution authorizing and providing for an Installment Purchase Agreement for the purpose of paying the cost of purchasing real or personal property, or both, in and for the district, and for the issue not to exceed $37,500,000 Debt Certificates, of the district evidencing the rights to payment under said Agreement, providing for the security for the means of payment under said Agreement of said Certificates, and authorizing the sale of said Certificates to the purchaser thereof.

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Shepard for action on a resolution authorizing and providing for an Installment Purchase Agreement for the purpose of paying the cost of purchasing real or personal property, or both, in and for the District, and for the issue not to exceed $37,500,000 Debt Certificates, of the District evidencing the rights to payment under said Agreement, providing for the security for the means of payment under said Agreement of said Certificates, and authorizing the sale of said Certificates to the purchaser thereof. Voting Aye: Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Grzetich, Shepard and Brozovich. Motion carried. Time: 6:51 p.m.

Approval and possible approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with JJC in regard to Transitional English as presented.

MOTION: by Hoyt, seconded by Grzetich, to approve a Memorandum of Understanding with JJC in regard to Transitional English as presented. Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 6:51 p.m.

Acceptance of FY24 Audit as presented.

MOTION: by Hoyt, seconded by Shepard, to accept the FY24 Audit as presented. Voting Aye: Grzetich, Shepard, Juskiewicz, Hoyt and Brozovich. Motion was carried. Time: 6:52 p.m.

Approval of a proposal with RJM consulting services, Inc. in the amount of $14,900 dollars to facilitate a 5- year strategic long range plan as presented.

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by Hoyt to approve the proposal with RJM consulting services, Inc. in the amount of $14,900 dollars to facilitate a 5-year srategic long range plan as presented. Voting Aye: Shepard, Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Grzetich and Brozovich. Motion was carried. Time: 6:52 p.m.

Approval of Board and Superintendent appointees as presented.

MOTION: by Hoyt seconded by Shepard to approve the Board and Superintendent appointees as presented. Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 6:52 p.m.

EXECUTIVE SESSION

MOTION: by Hoyt, seconded by Shepard to adjourn the meeting to executive session for the purpose of discussing matters related to minutes, the appointment, compensation, discipline, dismissal, employment and performance of specific employees of the district, student discipline, litigation and collective bargaining. Voting Aye: Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Grzetich, Shepard and Brozovich. Motion was carried. Time: 6:53 p.m.

RETURN TO OPEN SESSION

Motion: by Shepard, seconded by Hoyt. Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 7:52 p.m.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING EXECUTIVE SESSION

Closed Session Minutes

MOTION: by Hoyt, seconded by Shepard, to approve the closed session minutes as presented:

September 11, 2024 Executive Committee Meeting

September 18, 2024 Executive Regular Meeting

Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 7:54 p.m.

Personnel

Resignation(s):

MOTION: by Shepard, seconded by Hoyt, to accept the following resignation(s) as presented:

Trevor Hudak – Assistant Coach – Basketball – Boys – eff. 9/24/24

Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 7:55 p.m.

LOA:

Motion: by Hoyt, seconded by Grzetich, to approve the following leaves of absence as presented, pending receipt of proper documentation.

Kristina Brown – Counselor – Student Services – from approximately 2/3/25 -3/14/25 (Days TBD) under the Family Medical Leave (FMLA)

Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 7:55 p.m.

Employment:

MOTION: Grzetich, seconded by Shepard to approve the extracurricular employment/volunteers for the 2024/2025 school year as presented, pending proper paperwork and background check deemed favorable by the MCHS #111 Administration:

Michaela Kuehni – Musical Choreographer – Sponsor – Step 1

Karla Jacobs – Head Lacrosse – Girls – Step 7

Megan Wolski – Assistant Lacrosse – Girls – Step 1

Kevin Hodges – Assistant Wrestling – Boys – Step 1

Ryan Lemberg – Wrestling Girls – Volunteer

Jonathan Butler - Assistant Basketball – Boys – Step 1 (shared)

Joseph DuPree – Assistant Basketball – Boys – Step 1

Preston Van Pelt – Assistant Basketball – Boys – Step 1 (shared)

Zachary Vogt – Assistant Wrestling – Boys – Step 1

Voting Aye: Hoyt, Grzetich, Shepard, Juskiewicz and Brozovich. Motion carried.

Time: 7:56 p.m.

MOTION: by Shepard, seconded by Grzetich, to approve the extracurricular appointments of returning sponsors and coaches for the 2024/2025 school year as presented:

Calvin Chao – Indoor Percussion – Assistant Sponsor – As per schedule

Voting Aye: Hoyt, Grzetich, Shepard, Juskiewicz, and Brozovich. Motion carried. Time: 7:56 p.m.

MOTION: by Shepard, seconded by Grzetich, to approve an insurance settlement agreement in the amount of $25,000 dollars as presented.

Voting Aye: Juskiewicz, Hoyt, Grzetich, Shepard and Brozovich. Motion carried. Time: 7:57 p.m. 

MOTION: by Grzetich, seconded by, Hoyt, to approve the expulsion of student A as presented.

Voting Aye: Hoyt, Grzetich, Shepard, Juskiewicz, and Brozovich. Motion carried. Time: 7:57 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT

MOTION: by Shepard, seconded by Hoyt to adjourn the meeting.

Hearing no objections. Motion was approved. Time: 7:57 p.m.

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