Webberville Community Schools
Board of Education
Regular Board Meeting
March 21, 2005
Minutes
This regular meeting of the Webberville Board of Education was called to order by Board President Simmons in the Webberville Secondary School library on Monday, March 21st, 2005, at 7:00p.m.
Present: Clifford H. Simmons II, Teri Chamberlain, Caron Guidroz, and Kristine Brenner.
Absent: Patricia Shanabrook, Kathe Westbrook (arrived at 7:10 p.m.)
Also present: Dr. Bill Skilling, Brian Friddle, Barbara Weathers and student representative Becky DePue.
Approval of Agenda:
Ms. Chamberlain moved, Ms. Brenner seconded a motion to approve the Agenda of the Regular Board of Education Meeting being held Monday, March 21st, 2005, as presented. Motion passed 4-0.
Approval of Consent Agenda:
Ms. Chamberlain moved, Ms. Guidroz seconded a motion to adopt the Consent Agenda as presented. Motion passed 4-0.
Presentations:
Cecelia Durant and Brian Delaney from Fanning/Howey, Inc. presented the layout and color scheme for the new community recreation/athletic center.
Ms. Westbrook arrived at the meeting at 7:10 p.m.
FFA students Sara McKenzie and Megan Haraf gave a presentation regarding the accomplishments of the FFA chapter. The Webberville Chapter has been designated as a superior chapter.
PPI Presentation – Mr. Chuck Harper was not present at the meeting.
Reports:
Policy Committee – Ms. Westbrook stated that the policy committee met to discuss the NEOLA updates. The issue with the student representative to the board has been discussed with the representative teachers. Guidelines will be established for the future.
Finance Committee – Ms. Brenner stated that the finance committee has been working on the 2005-2006 budget.
Building and Grounds – Ms. Chamberlain stated that the board would be approving the bids for the community/athletic center.
Personnel Committee – Ms. Shanabrook was absent.
Legislation – Ms. Westbrook gave an update from MASB regarding their work on a sexual misconduct policy, the MEAP test, a bill to guarantee school funding, curriculum reform, the governor being involved in picking the state superintendent, and health care cost caps.
ISOA – Ms. Brenner let the board know of two upcoming events:
March 30 th – New board candidates workshop
April 22 nd – Legislative Breakfast 7:30am – 9:00am
Student Representative – Becky DePue reported that the play “Annie” will start on Thursday, spring sports practice is beginning – track, basketball, and softball.
Superintendent – In May the school district will focus on patriotism. There will be a variety of activities surrounding the patriotism theme. Enrollment continues to go up. Work continues on the recreation millage and getting the information out to the community. Dr. Skilling has been asked to be the keynote speaker at a facility planning conference.
Communications and Petitions:
Tom Eastwood – 1523 Piccadilly Drive, Haslett – V.P. of the Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
He presented the board with information regarding the Responsible Contractors Handbook. He also stated that the board should make itself aware of the electrical contractors whom they are awarding bids to.
Mr. Simmons stated that the board appreciates the information and that they rely on the expertise of Clark Construction regarding contractors.
Ed Lorenz – Clark Construction – Mr. Lorenz stated that he is comfortable with the bidders that they are recommending to receive the bid.
Action Items:
Ms. Chamberlain moved, Ms. Brenner seconded a motion to approve the food service and athletic budget as presented. Motion
passed 5-0.
Ms. Brenner moved, Ms. Guidroz seconded a motion to change the designation of school auditor for 2004-2005 from Maner, Costerisan & Ellis to Abraham & Gaffney effective immediately. Motion passed 5-0.
Ms. Chamberlain moved, Ms. Brenner seconded a motion to approve the construction bids as presented:
Bid Package #1 – Earthwork and Utilities – Capitol Contracting Corp. in the amount of $441,018.00
Bid Package #2 – asphalt Paving – Tom’s Advanced Paving in the amount of $41,800.00
Bid Package #3 – Concrete – Lansing Poured Walls in the amount of $307,900.00
Bid Package #4 – Masonry – Kennedy Masonry, Inc. in the amount of $1,059,260.00
Bid Package #5 – Structural and Misc. Steel – H&G Steel Fabrication Co. in the amount of $506,428.00
Bid Package #6 – Carpentry – Irish Construction Company Inc. in the amount of $193,000.00
Bid Package #7 – Roofing – Royal West Roofing and Sheet Metal in the amount of $283,900.00
Bid Package #8 – Doors and Hardware – Metal Frames, Inc in the amount of $86,000.00.
Bid Package #10 – Drywall and Acoustical – Bouma Interiors in the amount of $98,700.00
Bid Package #11 – Carpet and Hard Tile – Lansing Tile and Mosaic in the amount of $153,245.00 including Alternate #3 – Provide water jet cut school logo.
Bid Package #12 – Fluid Applied Flooring – Beynon Sports Surfaces in the amount of $135,400.00
Bid Package #13 – Wood Flooring – Foster Specialty Floors in the amount of $16,900.00
Bid Package #14 – Painting – Valley Painting, Inc. in the amount of $64,120.00 including Alternate #2 and Alternate #5 – Provide (3) painted logos on east (2) and west (1) walls.
Bid Package #15 – Mechanical – John E. Green Co. in the amount of $973,000.00
Bid Package #16 – Electrical – Great Lakes Power and Lighting in the amount of $594,500.00 including Alternate #1 – Provide power to (8) basketball backstops and Alternate #3 – Provide light fixture above school floor logo.
Bid Package #17 – Fire Protection – John E. Green Co. in the amount of $97,300.00
Bid Package #18 – Clocks and Sound Systems – GCC Technologies in the amount of $69,650
Bid Package #19 – Hydraulic Elevators – Schindler Elevator Corp. in the amount of $35,153.00
Bid Package #20 – Educational Casework – Flairwood Industries, Inc. in the amount of $46,214.00
Bid Package #21 – Identification Devices – Launch Pad Signs in the amount of $3,855.00
Bid Package #22 – Lockers – Rayhaven Equipment Co., Inc. in the amount of $58,500.00
Bid Package #23 – Athletic Equipment – American Furniture Contractors, Inc. in the amount of $148,043.00 including Alternate #1 to Provide (8) additional basketball backstops and Alternate #6 to Provide wrestling mats.
Bid Package #24 – Telescoping Bleachers – Interkal LLC in the amount of $64,612.00
Change Order - Requesting approval of change order for Visitor Side Bleachers in the amount of $95,560.00 to Southern Bleachers Company.
Motion passed 5-0.
Questions or comments from the audience:
Tom Eastwood – 1523 Piccadilly, Haslett – Stated that the electrical contractor Great Lakes Power and Lighting is not registered with the bureau of labor for approved apprentice programs.
Questions or Comments from the Board of Education:
Ms. Westbrook stated that there was a conflict with the Special Board meeting that is scheduled for Tuesday, March 29 th at 7:00 p.m. The Awards Night is the same night. The board agreed to move the board meeting to 8:00 p.m.
Ms. Westbrook also stated that she felt that student athletes should not be penalized if they miss practice due to participation in the fine arts programs. The Athletic Director will be addressing this issue in the athletic handbook and the coaches handbook.
Ms. Guidroz asked if the principals report could be read during the meeting as she feels it is valuable information for the audience to hear. Mr. Simmons stated that the decision to eliminate to reading of the administration reports was due to time constraints, but it will be re-examined as it is an important part of the meetings.
Adjournment
Ms. Brenner moved, Ms. Chamberlain seconded a motion to adjourn. Motion passed 5-0. The Webberville Board of Education Meeting adjourned at 8:50 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted;
Teri L. Chamberlain
Secretary, Webberville Board of Education