April 17 Meeting

Members of the Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees met at 12:00 p.m. on Friday, April 17, 2026, for a board workshop at the Ellis Fine Arts Building.

Chair Doug Ropp called the meeting to order.

Emily Franks with Jarred, Gilmore and Phillips, PA, presented the 2024–2025 final audit.

Dr. Larry Guerrero, Vice President of Academic Affairs, reported that he had received word from the state that Certificate A and Certificate C have been accepted as presented.

President Dr. Jack Welch provided an update on the number of projected graduates for the current school year, along with an update on student headcount. He emphasized that when Fort Scott Community College grows, Fort Scott grows, and that the college serves as a driver of economic opportunity for the community.

Vanessa Poyner, Vice President of Student Affairs, shared information regarding the upcoming Outstanding Student Receptions held in conjunction with graduation. She also noted a new service award for faculty and staff who have made a significant impact on students, based on student feedback, to be presented at the end-of-year luncheon.

Athletic Director Dave Weimer invited the board to the upcoming golf tournament and noted that the Hall of Fame ceremony will be held on May 2.

Courtney Metcalf, Registrar, discussed graduation procedures for board members. As part of the board’s review of the April 20 consent agenda items, topics included board goals, updates on the FRAME grant, a proposed 4.5-day work week, board policies, a food service contract, tuition and fees, and a professional services agreement with USD 234. No action was taken.

Board members also participated in governance training related to KOMA and executive sessions to strengthen understanding and preparedness in those areas.

Chair Ropp adjourned the meeting at 1:41 p.m.

April 20 Meeting

Members of the Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees met at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 20, 2026, for their regular board meeting at the Ellis Fine Arts Building.

Chair Doug Ropp called the meeting to order.

The Board approved the official agenda with the removal of Item 8.5 Heavy Equipment Operator equipment purchases.

The Board approved the consent agenda as follows:

• Board Minutes
  • March 12, 2026, Board of Trustees Special Meeting
  • March 13, 2026, Board of Trustees Meeting
  • April 06, 2026, Board of Trustees Special Meeting
• Financials – Cash Flow Report
• Check Register – $738,222.98
• Payroll
  • March 13, 2026 – $731,953.65
  • April 15, 2026 – $707,707.76
• Contract Ratification
  • Nevada Baseball Club, Inc.
  • Vector Solutions
  • STARS (finalized)

The Board approved the following items:

• Board Goals
• 2026–2027 food service contract with Great Western Dining
• Tuition and Fees for the 2026–2027 academic year
• Professional Services Agreement with USD 234
• Personnel Report (as follows)

The Ag and President Ambassadors presented to the Board on their programs.  Track, Softball, Baseball coaches and their athletes were recognized for their programs.

Trustee Rhonda Bailey reported on Greenbush and shared information from the KACCT meeting.

Chair Ropp adjourned the meeting at 6:39 p.m.

PERSONNEL REPORT – APPROVED EMPLOYMENT

APRIL 20, 2026

EMPLOYMENT

• Lindsay Hill – Board Clerk, effective 05/01/26

RESIGNATION/RETIREMENT

• Resignation – Seth Cross, HEP Grant, effective 04/17/2026
• Resignation – Matt Glover, Men’s Basketball Coach, effective 05/15/26
• Resignation – Chris Goddard, Band Faculty, effective 06/03/26
• Resignation – Gina Shelton, Board Clerk, effective 04/30/26
• Resignation – Devon Turner, Choir Faculty, effective 06/03/26
• Retirement – Allen Twitchell, Theater Faculty, effective 05/31/26

NON-RENEWAL

• Non-Renewal – Thomas Cunningham, Harley-Davidson Faculty, 2026-27

ADDITIONAL POSITIONS

• Athletic Trainer Position
• Performance Director Position

FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE

BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING

ELLIS FINE ARTS CENTER

APRIL 17, 2026 – 12:00 P.M.

PUBLIC AGENDA

1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – VICE-CHAIR CHAD MCKINNIS

1.1 Roll Call of Trustees by the Clerk

___Bailey___Brown___Cosens___Hoyt___McKinnis___Ropp

2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION

3.0 PRESENTATION OF 2024-25 AUDIT                    (INFORMATION)

4.0 LEADERSHIP REPORTS & UPDATES                  (INFORMATION)

4.1 Academics – Vice President of Academic Affairs – Dr. Larry Guerrero

4.2 Advancement – Dean of Advancement – Lindsay Hill

4.3 Athletics – Athletic Director – Dave Wiemers

4.4 Finance – CFO – Vice President of Finance & Operations – Gina Shelton

4.5 Student Services – Vice President of Student Affairs – Vanessa Poyner

4.6 Administrative Committees – Vice President of Student Affairs – Vanessa Poyner

4.7 Presidential Update – President Dr. Jack Welch

5.0 REVIEW OF APRIL 20^TH AGENDA ITEMS           (INFORMATION)

6.0 BOARD PICTURES                                                      (INFORMATION)

7.0 BOARD MEMBER TRAINING                                   (INFORMATION)

8.0 ADJOURN                                                                                       (ACTION)

FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE

BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING

ELLIS FINE ARTS CENTER

APRIL 20, 2026 – 5:30 P.M.

PUBLIC AGENDA

1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – CHAIR

2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION

3.0 APPROVAL OF OFFICIAL AGENDA                                    (ACTION)

4.0 APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA                                  (ACTION)

4.1 Minutes

• March 12, 2026, Board of Trustees Special Meeting
• March 13, 2026, Board of Trustees Meeting
• April 06, 2026, Board of Trustees Special Meeting

4.2 Financials – Cash Flow Report

4.3  Check Register – $738,222.98

4.4  Payroll

• March 13, 2026 – $731,953.65
• April 15, 2026 – $707,707.76

4.5  Contract Ratification

5.0 COMMUNITY, EMPLOYEE, AND STUDENT RECOGNITION                                                                                                      (INFORMATION)

5.1 Program Review – President and Ag Ambassadors

• Student Ambassadors will present to the board on their programs

5.2 Recognition: Students & Program Update

• Spring Sports – Coaches & Captains
  • Track
  • Softball
  • Baseball

6.0 LEADERSHIP REPORTS & UPDATES                  (INFORMATION)

7.0 OLD BUSINESS

7.1 State of the College address will be: (INFORMATION)

• May 21^st at 12 pm in the Ellis Fine Arts building

7.2 Graduation Information and Discussion                                                                                       (INFORMATION)

7.3 Board Goals                                                                   (ACTION)

7.4 FRAME Grant Update                                 (INFORMATION)

8.0 NEW BUSINESS

8.1 4.5 Work Week Proposal                          (INFORMATION)

8.2 Board Policies                                               (INFORMATION)

8.3 Food Service Contract                                             (ACTION)

8.4 Tuition & Fees                                                               (ACTION)

8.5 Heavy Equipment Operator Equipment Purchases                                                                                                                    (ACTION)

8.6 Consideration of Professional Services Agreement                                                                                                                    (ACTION)

9.0 PUBLIC FORUM

Comments should be restricted to no more than three minutes.  Requests should be submitted by noon on the day of the Board meeting.  Forms will be presented to the Board Chair for consideration.  Matters which are personal in nature or relate to personnel matters will not be heard publicly.

10.0 PERSONNEL

10.1 Enter Executive Session – Personnel Matters                                                                                                                     (ACTION)

10.2 Exit Executive Session – Return to Open Session                                                                                                                     (ACTION)

10.3 Employment Matters of Non-Elected Personnel                                                                                                                     (ACTION)

10.4 Resolution for Nonrenewal 26-05                    (ACTION)

10.5 Addition of Athletic Trainer Position              (ACTION)

10.6 Addition of Performance Director Position                                                                                                     (ACTION)

11.0 BOARD COMMENTS

11.1 Reports of Board Member Appointments                                                                                                      (INFORMATION)

12.0 ADJOURN                                                                                    (ACTION)

Fort Scott, KS – The Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees met April 6 for a special session, addressing grant planning, operational efficiencies, and personnel matters during a late-evening meeting in the Ellis Building.

The board considered action to rescind a previously approved request for proposals (RFP) tied to the FRAME grant project with Bourbon County Revitalization, signaling a shift in approach as officials evaluate next steps. Trustees also discussed multiple options for the future of the FRAME grant, including issuing a new RFP, requesting a project extension pending approval from the Kansas Department of Commerce, or discontinuing the project and returning funds if an extension is not granted.

In other business, the board reviewed a proposal to dispose of several underutilized or costly fleet vehicles. The plan calls for selling the vehicles through an online auction platform, with the goal of reducing maintenance costs and generating revenue for future replacements.

FSCC Athletics presented a proposal to add a second full-time athletic trainer beginning in fall 2026. The addition is intended to support a growing student-athlete population, improve medical coverage, and enhance recruitment efforts. The item is expected to return for board action later in April.

College President Dr. Jack Welch provided an institutional update, highlighting ongoing organizational realignment efforts designed to better serve students and strengthen college operations.

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FORT SCOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE

BOARD OF TRUSTEES REGULAR MEETING

ELLIS FINE ARTS CENTER

APRIL 6, 2026 – 11:30 P.M.

PUBLIC AGENDA

1.0 CALL MEETING TO ORDER – CHAIR

2.0 FLAG SALUTE & INVOCATION

3.0 RESCIND APPROVAL OF RFP                                              (ACTION)

4.0 DISCUSSION OF FRAME GRANT NEXT STEPS         (POSSIBLE ACTION)

5.0 FLEET DISPOSAL                                                                        (ACTION)

6.0 ATHLETIC TRAINER DISCUSSION                      (INFORMATION)

7.0 INSTITUTIONAL UPDATE                                         (INFORMATION)

8.0 PERSONNEL

8.1 Enter Executive Session – Personnel Matters                                                                                                                     (ACTION)

8.2 Exit Executive Session – Return to Open Session                                                                                                      (INFORMATION)

8.3 Employment Matters of Nonelected Personnel                                                                                                                     (ACTION)

9.0 ADJOURN                                                                                       (ACTION)