The Bluford Board of Education held the regular August Board meeting on Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 6PM. The following items were discussed and action taken:
1. Approval of the Minutes for the July 18, 2024 Regular Board of Education Meeting;
Approval of Executive Session Minutes from July 18, 2024 to remain confidential;
Approval of Bills for August 2024;
Approval of Financial Reports for July 2024;
Approval of Board Policy 7:180 Prevention of and Response to Bullying, Intimidation, and Harassment in accordance with 105 ILCS 5/27-23.7
2. Superintendent, Principals and Maintenance Reports were given. Information about the start of the 24-25 school year was given in each report. We have had lots of smiling faces, both students and staff. Information on IDOT inspections and building projects were discussed.
3. Information on 1 FOIA Request from SmartProcure for vendor/PO information.
4. Approval of the FY25 Tentative Budget to be put on display. Fund balances were disclosed. The tentative budget is available on the district website.
5. Approval of the first reading of Board Policy Updates, from August 2024 Press Plus Update 116, as presented.
6. Approval of the Community Solar Contract with Nexamp/AGE, as presented.
The Board entered into Executive Session and the following items were approved following executive session:
Employment the following individuals: Marina Baine (HS PBIS Member), Michelle Marlow (HS RtI Member), Matt Strain (SPED Aide and Asst. Athletic Director effective August 12, 2024), and Elicia Marlow (HS Asst. Volleyball Coach)