Summary of the Major Actions Taken by the DMC Board at Their Meeting on December 3, 2007
By Dan Grizzle, DMC Board President, and Dr. Bob Stouffer, DMC Superintendent
President Dan Grizzle called the meeting to order in Open Session.
During the meeting, 12 of 12 Directors were in attendance, representing a quorum.
Dr. Bob Stouffer, Superintendent, was also present – as were a number of other administrative team members at various junctures of the agenda – including Paul Nelson, Cade Lambert, John Steddom, and Samona Yentes. DMC Elementary Resource Instructor Jennifer Cappel was also present during Open Session.
Director Scott Erickson led the Board members in a devotional period – based on Max Lucado’s 2007 book, 3:16 – The Numbers of Hope. Mr. Erickson gave a thorough summary of the book, expressing his gratitude to God for the gift of salvation.
Director Russ Rowley opened the meeting in prayer.
The Board adjourned to Closed Session. A quorum of the Board was present.
The Board approved Closed Session minutes for the meeting on November 19, 2007
The Board approved compensation for Richard Wolfe and Bridget Leahy, who assisted with the marching band in the fall – compensation to come from budgeted line items or MPA resources.
The Board approved the following personnel recommendations:
Rachelle Mayse, Elementary Associate Substitute
Greg Ambroson, Junior Class Sponsor, 2007-2008
Esther Wright, Senior Class Sponsor, 2007-2008
Michael Gossen, Senior Class Sponsor, 2007-2008
With regrets, the Board approved Don Caves’ resignation as Varsity Football Coach, effective immediately.
The Board adjourned from Closed Session and reconvened in Open Session.
The Board approved Open Session minutes for the meeting on November 19, 2007
No Communication from the Association or Public was requested.
Due to time constraints, both Old Business items were tabled.
DMC Director of Transportation and Technology Paul Nelson answered questions and dialogued with the Board about his submitted reports.
The Board approved the Educational Program Committee recommendation that DMC enter into a partnership with Cedarville University to offer a Master’s of Education (M.Ed.) program on-site, at CU, and online for 2008-2010.
The Board approved the Finance Committee recommendation that DMC comply with the new state law for an increase to the minimum wage – effective January 1, 2008.
The Board and administrative team members in attendance discussed the current level of services for students with special needs and the thoughts of the Board about moving forward with additional services. No actions were taken at this meeting.
Dr. Bob Stouffer, Superintendent, reviewed his submitted report about the possible capital campaign for construction of a new multi-purpose room at DMC, answering questions and dialoguing with the Board. No actions were taken at this meeting, but Dr. Stouffer indicated that he would bring a proposal to the Board meeting on Monday, January 7, 2008.
The Board did not approve the recommended changes to the Athletic Booster Club By-laws, and Director Bill Woodyard agreed to contact ABC about the Board’s concerns.
Due to time constraints, discussion about possible language in Board applications was tabled.
The Board approved Association Member Dan Shappell as ABC representative on the Development Committee, effective immediately.
The Board reviewed 19 of the Board policies listed on the agenda. All other policies were tabled because of time constraints.
Director Ken Anderson closed the meeting in prayer.
The meeting was adjourned.