Quincy Reporter

Quincy Public School District 172 Board of Education met March 25.

Here is the minutes provided by the board:

Meeting Convened

The Board of Education of School District No. 172, Adams County, Illinois, met in regular session on March 25, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Board of Education Office, Room 214, 1416 Maine Street, Quincy, Illinois, in said school district.

Roll Call

The meeting was called to order by President Ali, who directed the secretary to call the roll. On the call of the roll, the following members were present and answered to their names: Members Ali, Arns, Bailey, McNay, and Troup; and the following members were absent: Members Nichols and Whitfield. Whereupon the President declared a quorum was present. All members were present telephonically per COVID-19 guidelines with the exception of President Ali.

Moment of Silence

President Ali declared a moment of silence and reflection.

Pledge of Allegiance

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Superintendent Roy Webb.

Questions and Comments

President Ali opened the meeting to questions and comments to members of the Board, by members of the public and employees of the district, in compliance with state statutes. Mr. Jeff Kerkhoff commented on the recent referendum vote, indoctrination of students, and former QHS graduate Ryan Jude Tanner purchasing the Patio Restaurant.

Consent Agenda

It was moved by Member Troup and seconded by Member McNay to approve the following items on the Consent Agenda:

a. Treasurer’s Report – February 2020

b. Minutes – February 26, 2020

c. Check Register and JH/SH Activity Fund Reports

d. Acknowledge receipt of the Freedom of Information Log: January 18 through February 21, 2020 (Information Only)

On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Bailey, McNay, and Troup; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following members were absent: Members Nichols and Whitfield. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.

Reports of the Superintendent

Coronavirus COVID-19 Update. Superintendent Webb said that there are two tasks for school districts assigned by the Governor during this crisis--food service to students and continued learning. Lunches and breakfasts are being provided to students. Over 2,800 meals were distributed today. The learning packets were provided on line and hard copies provided with the meal distribution beginning today. Many teachers are engaging students through online programs. The curriculum team is already working on Phase 2 of student learning if closure is extended past April 8. QPS will need to provide Internet access for those students without. He said he may need to request the Board approve some waivers for assessments or other requirements. He said QPS will do what is best for students and staff and also be mindful of collective bargaining issues. Superintendent Webb thanked Food Service Director Jean Kinder and Curriculum Director Kim Dinkheller and their teams. He said they are doing an amazing job. Board members thanked Superintendent Webb for his leadership and everything he is doing for the district.

Board Committees

There were no committee reports.

2020-2021 District Improvement Plan

It was moved by Member Troup and seconded by Member McNay to approve the 2020-2021 District Improvement Plan as presented last month (Doc. Reg. No. 3122). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Bailey, McNay, and Troup; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following members were absent: Members Nichols and Whitfield. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.

Arrival of Member Whitfield

Member Whitfield joined telephonically at 6:15 p.m. which was duly recorded by the Board Secretary.

LED Lighting Proposal

It was moved by Member Troup and seconded by Member McNay to approve the performance lighting contract with QFB to replace lighting at the Board of Education and Early Childhood and Family Center buildings. Net project cost for the Board of Education is $26,946.37 after subtracting the Ameren incentive of $19,603.74. The ECFC net project cost is $41,707.64 after factoring in the Ameren incentive of $17,611.20 (Doc. Reg. No. 3123). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Bailey, McNay, Troup, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member Nichols. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.

Bleachers Project QHS

It was moved by Member Arns and seconded by Member McNay to approve the bid submitted by Irwin Seating Company to replace and expand the bleachers in the QHS gym at a cost of $139,820.00 (Doc. Reg. No. 3124). On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Bailey, McNay, Troup, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member Nichols. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.

Executive Session

There was no executive session.

Personnel Addendum

It was moved by Member McNay and seconded by Member Troup to approve the Revised Personnel Addendum. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Bailey, McNay, Troup, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member Nichols. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried.

Adjournment

At 6:20 p.m., it was moved by Member Troup and seconded by Member Whitfield that the regular meeting adjourn. On the call of the roll, the following members voted Aye: Members Ali, Arns, Bailey, McNay, Troup, and Whitfield; and the following members voted Nay: None; and the following member was absent: Member Nichols. Whereupon the President declared the motion carried and the regular meeting was duly adjourned.

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