President Hardy led the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Superintendent added under V. Informational: 1. AYP; 2. Generation Next Workshop; 3. MASB Lead Strong – Health 418-421.

Motion by Zaborowski and supported by Haskin to approve the minutes of November 12, 2007 with corrections made to the Graduation being indoors from this day forward. Yeas: Rowe, Zaborowski, Haskin, Walraven, Roth and Hardy. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Rowe and supported by Zaborowski to approve General Fund checks as listed for the period November 13, 2007 through December 10, 2007. Yeas: Haskin, Zaborowski, Rowe, Walraven, Roth and Hardy. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Zaborowski and supported by Rowe to approve financial reports for General Fund, 1998 and 1999 Debt Retirement funds as presented. Yeas: Roth, Haskin, Zaborowski, Walraven, Rowe and Hardy. Nays: None. Motion carried.

There was nothing to report from the Standing Committees except President Hardy said the road and maintenance building were coming along on schedule.

Becky Jo Wheeler gave the Board an update on the successes the Transportation Department have had. They once again received a 100% inspection from the State Police; received the Customer Service Award from First Student along with Outstanding Employee Survey. They also had a accident and injury free year. Ms. Wheeler stated that she’s very happy with the status of the bus garage and the drivers.

Motion by Rowe and supported by Roth to approve the resignation of TERRI TOWNSEND, RTC AIDE at Hillside Elementary School. Yeas: Haskin, Walraven, Zaborowski, Roth, Rowe and Hardy. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Motion by Zaborowski and supported by Rowe to accept the Resolution to apply for the MASB Legal Trust Fund to help offset the legal costs for the case that is in appeal of which a copy is hereto attached. Yeas: Walraven, Zaborowski, Rowe, Haskin and Hardy. Nays: Roth. Motion carried.

Motion by Walraven and supported by Haskin to authorize Kelly Hileman to enter into a contract on behalf of Harrison Community Schools Board of Education with Consumers Energy Company of Jackson Michigan of which a copy is hereto attached. Yeas: Haskin, Walraven, Zaborowski, Rowe, Roth and Hardy. Nays: None. Motion carried.

Under Public Participation, Marie Roth commented that the Hillside Celebration Luncheon and the entertainment was wonderful and was proud how well the students behaved. Michele Sandro, Principal Hillside Elementary stated that she received a compliment from the person in charge of the CSI presentation that the students were the best behaved she’s ever seen.

Superintendent Rundle explained to the Board that Harrison Community Schools, once again, made AYP (Annual Yearly Progress) in all buildings. Superintendent Rundle thanked the teachers and staff of every building for being successful. This is the 4th straight year Harrison has made AYP. Secretary Walraven thanked Superintendent Rundle for all of his hard work and dedication to the district. Superintendent Rundle also invited the Board of Education to attend a workshop on February 15th, 2008 at the RESD on “Generation Next”. Superintendent Rundle informed the board on the changes made with the passage of legislation related to employee health and retirement benefits. It states that a public employer must solicit at least 4 or more bids for a medical benefit plan to negotiate a contract with.

Motion by Rowe and supported by Walraven to adjourn the meeting. Yeas: Haskin, Zaborowski, Rowe, Walraven, Roth and Hardy. Nays: None. Motion carried.

President Hardy adjourned the meeting at 7:40 p.m.

Raye Lynn Walraven, Secretary
Tammy Harcourt, Recorder