Fox C‑6 board approves multiple routine measures Feb. 4; summary of votes and key details

The Fox C‑6 Board of Education approved several routine contracts, purchases and budget items at its Feb. 4 meeting. The items below passed by voice vote or motion during the meeting; motions, movers and key details are summarized for reference.

District finance and bills - Financial packet and Group A bills: The board reviewed six‑month financial statements and approved payment of Group A bills (motion to approve Group A bills, moved by Todd Scott). Trustees asked staff about a high water/sewer charge at one site; the motion passed on voice vote.

Federal grants - Federal grant revisions / carryover release amounts: Moved by Curtis Frazier and seconded by Travis Littner, the board approved immediate acceptance and use of DESE carryover funds totaling about $476,000 for Title I–IV formula grants. Presenting staff (Ms. Loomis) said much of the carryover reflected funds as of Sept. 30 already spent on salaries and benefits; she said separate refugee/Afghan/Ukraine grant administration is delayed by federal furloughs and that approximately 326 newcomer/ELL students district‑wide benefit from refugee‑related services. Loomis said the delay is a reimbursement timing issue rather than a rescission of funds.

Curriculum and instructional tools - Step Up (MAT) proficiency scales digital tool: The board approved purchase of the Step Up Digital Missouri Assessment Teaching Tool (one‑time purchase $50,000; $1,500 annual fee thereafter) to provide editable Missouri proficiency scales and student‑friendly scales. The motion to approve the purchase was made by Todd Scott and seconded by Michael Myers. District staff said the purchase will be paid from next year’s curriculum budget unless funds are reallocated this fiscal year.

Facilities and equipment - Fox High School field lights: The board approved a contract with Ultra Electric Inc. to install new field lights at Fox (low bid $274,615). Presenting staff (Dr. Cardona) said the bid came in under budget, covers removal of existing poles and below‑grade work, and includes an alternate to add electronic control features. Motion moved by Travis Littner; second by Holesy. Trustees asked about pole heights (about 70–81 feet noted) and electrical work; staff said new electrical service is included in the bid.

- Food service equipment: The board approved purchase of multiple food‑service items, including high‑cost commercial dishwashers; presenters said dishwashers carry an 18‑month warranty, other items a one‑year warranty. Motion moved by Todd Scott; seconded by Judy Smith.

Contracts and personnel - Non‑exempt salary schedule: The board approved a proposed non‑exempt salary schedule that increases each step value by $2 effective July 1, moved by Michael Myers and seconded by Judy Smith. District leaders said the change is intended to improve recruitment and retention and was modeled on comparable districts.

- Discovery Schools contract (private placement at Meramec Heights): The board approved a contract with Discovery Schools to provide a DESE‑approved private placement located at Meramec Heights for this school year; Dr. Baine said the first student is enrolled and staff at Meramec Heights reported a positive start. Motion moved by Todd Scott; seconded (second not specified). The district said it may enroll an additional student in coming months.

- HES Facilities Management rate increase: The board approved a 3% billing increase from HES Facilities Management; district staff said this is the first increase since 2023 and reflects rising costs. Motion moved by Travis Littner; seconded by Michael Myers.

Consent agenda and adjournment - The board adopted the consent agenda items and later adjourned the meeting.

All listed motions passed on voice vote; no roll‑call tallies were provided in the public transcript. Board members asked clarifying questions on funding timing for the MAT purchase, the carryover federal grant reimbursements, and technical details for the Fox field lights. Presenters for items included Tracy Haggerty (Step Up MAT), Miss Revcar (financial packet), Kim Loomis (federal grants), Dr. Tammy Cardona (field lights), Dr. Brack (non‑exempt salary schedule presentation), Dr. Baine (Discovery Schools), and food service staff for the equipment purchase.

Detailed action items and motions are recorded in the board minutes and in the motions listed below.