June%2012%2C%202024%20board%20meeting%20minutes.pdf

Parent document: Regular Meeting and Budget Hearing-06-26-2024.pdf

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MERIDIAN SCHOOL DISTRICT #505
REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
MEETING HELD IN PERSON & VIA ZOOM

June 12, 2024

REGULAR MEETING
The regular meeting was called to order by Board President Steve Corwin at 6:01 p.m. Steve welcomed
everyone that was in attendance.

Steve Corwin, Jarrod Karuza, Marty Gray, Michelle Simmons, and Jana Haugen were present at the
meeting.

Student Board Representative Kennedy Brzozowski was present at the meeting.
Student Representative Morgan Adams was absent from the meeting.
The pledge of allegiance was recited.

A motion to adopt the agenda was made by Marty Gray and seconded by Jana Haugen. The motion
passed 5-0.

CONSENT AGENDA

Approval of Meeting Minutes

Personnel Report

Accounts Payable

Payroll

2024-25 Threat Assessment Agreement
2024-25 Mental Health Professional Contract
2024-26 Whatcom County Juvenile Court MOU
Whatcom CTE Dual Credit MOU

Student Travel

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A motion to adopt the consent agenda was made by Jarrod Karuza and seconded by Michelle Simmons.
The motion passed 5-0.

RECOGNITION

Welcome and Introduce Student Board Representatives

Dr. Everett introduced MHS students Kennedy Brzozowski and Logan Ignacio who have been elected by
the MHS student body to serve as student board representatives for the 2024-25 school year.

REPORTS

Meridian Citizens for Education Committee Recommendation

Robert Kratzig and Sara Bernardy Co-Chair’s for the Meridian Citizens for Education Committee
presented the committee’s recommended projects, associated costs, and $75.00 million bond ask to
voters on the November 2024 ballot. Questions should be sent to Meridiancec.com

PUBLIC COMMENT

Cynthia Ripke Kutsargaitz spoke to recognize the MMS band director and students for the
professionalism and respect that they demonstrated while honoring Owen Morton during the Veterans
Day Assembly at Green Acres Cemetery and the Farmers Day Parade.


OLD BUSINESS

Second Review and Approval: Policy 4500 - Unmanned Aircraft System (Drones)

Policy 4500 - Unmanned Aircraft System (Drones) was presented to the Board for a second review and
approval. Student favors approval. A motion to approve Policy 4500 - Unmanned Aircraft System
(Drones) as presented was made by Marty Gray and seconded by Jarrod Karuza. The motion passed 5-0.

Second Review and Approval: Policy and Procedure 6700 - Nutrition

Policy and Procedure 6700 — Nutrition was presented to the Board for a second review and approval.
Student favors approval. A motion to approve Policy and Procedure 6700 — Nutrition as presented was
made by Michelle Simmons and seconded by Jana Haugen. The motion passed 5-0.

Second Review and Approval: Policy and Procedure 6702 - Wellness

Policy and Procedure 6702 — Wellness was presented to the Board for a second review and approval.
Student favors approval. A motion to approve Policy and Procedure 6702 — Wellness as presented was
made by Jana Haugen and seconded by Marty Gray. The motion passed 5-0.

First Reading: Policy and Procedure 6703 - Recess and Physical Activity

Policy and Procedure 6703 - Recess and Physical Activity was presented to the Board for a second review
and approval. Student favors approval. A motion to adopt Policy and Procedure 6703 - Recess and
Physical Activity as presented was made by Jarrod Karuza and seconded by Jana Haugen. The motion
passed 5-0.

NEW BUSINESS

First Review: Facility Naming and Dedication Committee Recommendation

On behalf of the facilities naming and dedication committee, Bryant Michaelson presented three names
submitted and corresponding statements to be considered in naming the North Gym at Meridian High
School. This will be brought back with a final name recommendation and motion to approve at the June
26, 2024, meeting.

First Review: General Obligations Bond Resolution 06-24
Dr. Everett presented General Obligation Bonds Resolution 06-24 to the Board for a first review. This will
be brought back to the Board for a second review and approval at the June 26, 2024, Board meeting.

First Review: Reduction in Force Resolution 07-24
Dr. Everett presented Reduction in Force Resolution 07-24 to the Board for a first review. This will be
brought back to the Board for a second review and approval at the June 26, 2024, Board meeting.

First Review: MAT MOU
Dr. Everett presented a MAT Furlough MOU to the Board for a first review. This will be brought back to
the Board for a second review and approval at the June 26, 2024, Board meeting.

FINANCE REPORT

Finance Report

Director of Finance, Daniel Yorton along with Kurt Harvill and Dr. Everett presented a detailed budget
update report to the Board. The budgeted enrollment, general fund update, fund balance breakdown,
and revenue summary were share. An overview of the budgeting teams process, goals, and strategies
used to create a budget for the 2024-25 school year were also shared in addition to the F-195 report and
the four-year projected budget.


SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

Dr. Everett began his report by sharing details about the high school and beyond refresh plan, WASA
Region 108 recognition banquet, and Rep. Rule’s recent visit to IRE. Information about recent events,
and activities Dr. Everett has been engaged in outside and within our schools as well as upcoming dates
of importance were also shared.

INFORMATION FROM STUDENT BOARD REPRESENTATIVES
There was no information shared.

INFORMATION FROM BOARD DIRECTORS
Kindergarten graduations are Friday, June 14 from 11:00 am until 2:30 pm. Eighth grade promotion will
be Monday, June 17 at 9:30 am.

BOARD SIGNATURE OF OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS
ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business, the Board meeting was adjourned at 8:31 pm by Board President Steve
Corwin.

Steve Corwin James Everett, Superintendent
Board President Secretary to the Board