Board Meeting Transcript

Opening Session

• Motion to return to open session proposed by Gallman, seconded by Mr. Surratt.
• Vote: Unanimous approval.

Executive Session Actions

1. Cyber Security Incident

   • Dr. White authorized to resolve the incident in Cherokee County School District.
   • Motion by Gallman, second by Mr. Matt B.
   • Vote: Unanimous approval.

2. Complainant Notification

   • Superintendent to notify complainant A and B about the board's agreement on complaint resolution.
   • Motion by Ms. Gallman, second by Mr. Wilkins.
   • Vote: Unanimous approval.

3. Personnel Recommendations

   • Approval of rehiring certified employees as presented by the superintendent.
   • Motion by Ms. Gallman, second by Mr. Surratt.
   • Vote: Unanimous approval.

4. Capital Projects

   • Approval of initial capital projects proposed by the superintendent.
   • Motion by Mr. McVean, second by Mr. Greer.
   • Vote: Unanimous approval.

Interim Superintendent Report

• Next meeting scheduled for April 21st at Gaffney High School, featuring student entertainment.
• Acknowledgment to Billy for resolving cyber security issues.
• Packets include calendar events and major events by school for April and May.
• Upcoming board committee meetings for maintenance, property, budget, personnel, policy, student services, curriculum, and instruction.

Budget Update

• High-level FY26 budget review.

• Teacher Salary: State minimum salary schedule proposed increase by $1,500, starting at $48,500.

• Senate Finance Committee: Meeting scheduled for next Wednesday.

• Salary and benefits constitute 88-90% of the budget.

• Bus Drivers: State proposes a 2% increase.

• No increase in employer retirement and health components this year.

• Revenue Projections

  • $1.1 million in projected revenue.
  • Transfers include indirect costs.
  • Expecting a 5% increase in district revenue.

• Expenditure Projections

  • Includes repairs, maintenance, utilities, instructional costs, and SRO increases.
  • Total projected expenditure: $1.49 million.
  • Aim to reduce expenses from trend analysis.

Capital Projects

• Addressing playgrounds at Blacksburg Elementary and Grassy Pond Elementary ($400,000 each).
• Plumbing issues at Blacksburg Elementary and High School ($300,000 each).
• Safety and technology investments, including cameras and server upgrades.
• Technology refresh: Chromebook ($1.1 million), active panels ($300,000), iPads ($195,000), PCs ($45,000), storage area network ($88,000).

Announcements

• Honors choir performance at the high school.
• Acknowledgement of technology departments for handling recent challenges.

Adjournment

• Motion to adjourn by Gallman, second by Ms. Shackelford.
• Vote: Unanimous approval.