REGULAR BOARD MEETING

MIDWAY ISD

JANUARY 11, 2018

MINUTES

The Midway ISD School Board of Trustees met Thursday January 11, 2018 in the Midway School computer lab. Members present includedPresident Derek Leach, Vice-President Jeff Forester, Secretary Jennifer Scott, Jay Hollis, Stuart Berend, David Rohmer and Mike Coker.Administrators Randel Beaver and Shane Coker were present along with the following guest: Shane Darnell (M & F Litteken). Mr. Beaver expressed his appreciation to the board for their service and then Mr. Coker showed a very neatly developed video featuring students and staff expressing their appreciation. Students provided art work and signed a banner. Staff provided cakes and pie.

President Derek Leach called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.and noted there was a quorum.

Shane Darnell reviewed and reported on numerous topics related to construction. Jeff Forester made a motion to approve payment application #3 and proposed changes to construction made by M & F Litteken. The change included new fencing and windscreens for tennis court. A proposal to convert the new Ag Building to propane was not accepted. Stuart Berend seconded the motion and all voted in favor.

Jay Hollis made a motion to approve the minutes of regular board meeting on December 14, 2017. Jeff Forester seconded the motion and all voted in favor.

Jay Hollis made a motion to approve the financial report, and check register. Stuart Berend secondedthe motion and all voted in favor.

Stuart Berendmade a motion to ratify the acceptance of Bodie Franke as a new transfer. Jay Hollis seconded the motion and all voted in favor.

Shane Coker reported on student activities, student grades, and upcoming events.

Mr. Beaver reported oncalendar proposals and changes, eliminating six weeks tests at the end of each semester and requirements for staff development. He discussed concerns of rental utilities, propane issues, and proposed changes to the salary schedule. The board agreed to add $300 for service beyond 20 years in this district (step 20), beginning next year and $200 per year for non-professionals beginning with step 15. Accumulation of years prior to 17-18 is not allowed.

The next board meeting will be Thursday, February 8th at 7 PM.

Mike Cokermade a motion to adjourn at 9:10 PM. Jay Hollis seconded the motion and all voted in favor.

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PresidentSecretary