Emily Graves

The board meeting agenda included reports on academics, an update on the agriculture building process and bonds, and various committee reports. Key action items involved the approval of the 2025 tax levies for the K-8 and 9-12 buildings, the establishment of the seniority reduction-in-force list, approval of the FY 2026 maintenance grant, and personnel changes including resignations and a paraprofessional appointment. Additionally, the board adopted a resolution to place a proposition on the upcoming primary election ballot regarding the expansion of county school facility sales tax revenues to include funding for school resource officers and mental health professionals.

The board discussed and took action on several items including the scheduling of board meetings for the upcoming school year and authorizing payment for bills. Further actions included approving handbook changes, authorizing the employment of new faculty and staff, transitioning to Stage two return to play guidelines per IHSA, and approving an SRO contract with the Livingston County Board. Additionally, the board held discussions regarding building projects and received a recap of the previous school year.

This Facilities Master Plan for Flanagan Cornell Unit 74 aims to provide safe, healthy, and accessible facilities that support student achievement and well-being over a ten-year period. It addresses current and future facility needs by guiding decision-making for facility management, maintenance, and school operations. Key areas of focus include urgent repairs, upgrades, and improvements for safety, accessibility, and programmatic needs, along with short-term and long-term facility improvement projects. The plan emphasizes preventative maintenance, repairs, replacement of equipment, and compliance with safety and accessibility standards, with a future focus on financing and budget strategies to ensure a comprehensive and sustainable approach for taxpayer investments.

The meeting included the approval of the agenda. Key action items involved the discussion and unanimous approval of the 2020 Levy for the K-8 and 9-12 buildings. The Board also unanimously approved a permanent transfer of $500,000 from the Transportation Fund to the Education Fund. Furthermore, a motion was passed not to proceed with an all-weather track proposal due to prohibitive costs, based on the building committee's update. An executive session was held to discuss unspecified matters.

The board meeting covered several key actions. The tentative 2020-21 budget was accepted as submitted. Decisions were made regarding the schedule, including moving the subsequent regular board meeting to September 24, 2020, and setting the budget hearing for that date at 7:30 p.m. Personnel actions included accepting the resignation of the JH baseball coach and approving the hiring of a new JH baseball coach, a new HS Golf Coach, and three para professionals. The school schedule was discussed, with a motion passed to continue the 1:30 p.m. dismissal indefinitely. An update on the re-opening plan was provided, and a portion of the meeting was held in Executive Session.