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FSCC Trustees Agenda Packet for Sept. 22

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9.22.25 Consent Agenda

September 22, 2025
Board of Trustees
Fort Scott Community College
2108 S. Horton
Fort Scott, KS 66701
The Board of Trustees of Fort Scott Community College will meet in regular session on Monday,
September 22, 2025. The meeting will be held in Cleaver-Boileau-Burris Hall at Fort Scott
Community College.
5:30 p.m. Regular monthly Board meeting
THE AGENDA
5:30 ROLL CALL, 3
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
BOARD PRAYER
MISSION STATEMENT
Fort Scott Community College is an institution of higher learning with a long history of culture and diversity that
provides affordable academic, technical and occupational programs to meet student needs while fostering a
mutually supportive relationship between the college and its communities.
CALL TO ORDER, 4
A. Comments from the Chair, 4
B. Comments from the Public, 4
C. Recognitions and Retirements, 4
PROGRAM REVIEW AND ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES, 4
CONSENT AGENDA, 6
A. Approval of Agenda, 5
B. Approval of Minutes of previous Regular Board Meeting conducted on August 25, 2025 and Special
Meetings conducted August 7, 2025, August 22, 2025, September 4, 2025, September 8, 2025, and
September 16, 2025, 7
C. Approval Treasurer’s Report, 16
DISCUSSION ITEMS, 19
A. Retirement 403B Plan Policy, 19
ACTION ITEMS, 20
A. Consideration of Financial Aid Policies, 20
B. Consideration of Shuttle Lease, 54
C. Approval of Bank Signer Resolution, 67
D. Approval of Sale of Property – Greyhound Lodge, 69
E. Consideration of Maintenance Building Expansion Bid, 70
CORRESPONDENCE AND TRUSTEE COMMENTS, 73
EXECUTIVE SESSION, 741
Board Meeting
Board Workshop
Board Meeting
Board Workshop
Board Meeting
ADJOURNMENT, 75
UPCOMING CALENDAR DATES:
August 25, 2025 (to facilitate budget process)
September 19, 2025
September 22, 2025 (to facilitate budget process)
October 17, 2025
October 20, 2025
November 14, 2025 Board Workshop
November 17, 2025 Board Meeting
December 12, 2025 Board Workshop
December 15, 2025 Board Meeting
January 23, 2026 Board Workshop
January 26, 2026 (Changed from January 19 due to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day) Board Meeting
February 13, 2026 Board Workshop
February 16, 2026 Board Meeting
March 13, 2026* adjusted for spring break Board Workshop
March 23, 2026 (Changed from March 16 due to spring break) Board Meeting
April 17, 2026 Board Workshop
April 20, 2026 Board Meeting
May 14, 2026* adjusted for graduation Board Workshop
May 18, 2026 Board Meeting
June 11, 2026* adjusted for summer schedule Board Workshop
June 15, 2026 Board Meeting
Sincerely,
Bryan Holt, Chair
Dr. Jack Welch, President
FSCC’s vision for the future is to support “Students First, Community Always” through a
central focus on teaching and learning; advancing strong, innovative programs and
departments; maximizing and leveraging opportunities; initiating efficient and effective
processes; and developing the region’s workforce.2
ROLL CALL
_____ Ronda Bailey
_____ John Bartelsmeyer
_____ Jim Fewins
_____ Bryan Holt
_____ Chad McKinnis
_____ Doug Ropp3
CALL TO ORDER
A. COMMENTS FROM THE CHAIR
B. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
C. RECOGNITIONS AND RETIREMENTS
Nursing and CNA
PROGRAM REVIEW AND ADMINISTRATIVE UPDATES
A. GORDON PARKS CENTER4
Miami County Campus & Environmental Water Technology Program
August 2025
• Barrett and Willis loaded and delivered 12 – Fifty-pound cans of Lincoln Excalibur 7018
5/32 rods, with an estimated value of $3,000. Also included miscellaneous stainless steel
rods (valued at minimum $400).
• Barrett and Willis put the “Enroll Now” banner on the lawn to help encourage enrollment
this week (08/07).
• Barrett and Willis received a steel donation from WEBCO. They loaded it on their trailer
and brought it back to the college before the start of classes.
• Meeting with Dr. Guerrero (8/5) to discuss MCC programs and EWT programs.
• Cabinet meeting (8/6).
• Attended a concurrent meeting with Louisburg High School (8/8).
• Fire Marshall visit (8/11).
• Osawatomie, Louisburg and Paola High School starts (8/13), Prairie View High School
starts (8/14). Paola changed their procedures for concurrent enrollment to FSCC and the
students appropriately identify the section code used for each individual student. It
should help with parent awareness.
• Met with EWT students from the local area to help them apply, enroll and find their
books to start class. Also, talked with out-of-town students over the phone and email as
they were having difficulty with Bb, Email and MYFSCC due to J1 issues.
• ZOOM meeting with EWT faculty and Dr. Guerrero (8/19).
• Toured Sutherlands building (08/26) with Lindsay, Dr. Welch, Dr. Guerrero, and Ralph
(08/25).
• Attended HLC ZOOM meeting regarding the higher Learning Commission (8/28).
• Met with 2 students at the Paola Adult Education Center (08/29).
• Revised/Edited a new Application/Enrollment Checklist based on the new MYFSCC
program. Working with Joe and the Jarred on a flyer for the fall EWT workshops.
• Seven students are attending the Criminal Justice courses (9 credit hours).
• Attended Fall Inservice (8/13)
• Held an Adjunct Inservice at the Miami County Campus (8/13).
• Barrett and Willis (WLD instructors) installed the new Entrance Gates at the Miami
County Fairgrounds.
• Nolanda proctored 7 C.N.A. state exams (interstate students)
• Nolanda proctored 13 ACCUPLACER tests
• Joint Conference in Topeka – August 25-28th.
• Cody Isbell and joe Cribbs presented on Basic and Advanced Water Math (8/28) at the
Joint Conference.5

CONSENT AGENDA
A. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Attached are the minutes of the Regular Board Meeting conducted on August 25, 2025 and Special
Meetings conducted August 7, 2025, August 22, 2025, September 4, 2025, September 8, 2025, and
September 16, 2025
C. APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT AND CHECKS
Attached are the Treasurer’s Report, Financial Report, and Checks Written, Cleared, or Voided
D. PERSONNEL ACTIONS
Separations
1) Tracy Dougherty, Nursing Instructor, effective September 18, 2025

Opinion

A Vote for Change by Patty LaRoche

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Patty LaRoche. 2023.
Author: A Little Faith Lift…Finding Joy Beyond Rejection
www.alittlefaithlift.com
AWSA (Advanced Writers & Speakers Assoc.)

Most of us do not like change. We get comfortable where we are and lose our sense of adventure and exploration. We keep the same job, the same friends, the same house, the same favorite restaurant, the same vacation destination, the same exercise routine (if we have one at all). Recently, when Cracker Barrel announced that it would change its logo, customers rebelled.

The company saw severe backlash over its plans to modernize and simplify its nostalgic logo, an overall-clad man—said to represent Uncle Herschel, a relative of Cracker Barrel’s founder—leaning on a barrel, with the words “Old Country Store” underneath. When stocks fell, the company reversed course.

I get it. Change is hard. New technology brings with it the word “Smart,” and that adjective alone makes my blood pressure rise. When Dave and I bought a house in Las Vegas, we had no idea what angst a “Smart House” would bring us. We had to hire a technician to teach us how to turn on our television, and when the thermostat needed adjusting, we considered selling.

Yesterday, in my classroom, I needed to show a Power Point on my television. First, I had to “mirror” my laptop to the t.v., insert the code the television gave me into my computer, and go from there. I had written down the steps preceding the “mirror” part, but something went wrong. The little circle thingy kept spinning—not something students want to stare at for 52 minutes.

I walked across the hallway to ask a seasoned teacher for help. He apologized but had no idea. He, too, was of the “old school” and found all the new techniques draining. Thank goodness, another teacher (a younger one) offered to help, and after he turned my laptop off-and-on a few times, it did what it was supposed to do. (Where is a chalkboard when you need one?)

Mind you, a month before school started, I spent most of my days designing clever power points for my lectures and downloading (uploading?) them onto a thumb drive. Searching the internet, I found funny photos to complement my lecture. But something happened when I inserted my thumb drive into the school computer. Of course, I didn’t know that until I started my lecture and photos were upside down, on their side, or covering my words. And yes, I probably should have checked that out ahead of time instead of assuming…well, anything.

Yesterday, in theater class, I was showing highlight clips with Harvey Korman and Tim Conway. Suddenly my screen began projecting a physics’ lecture. My students told me that sometimes the airway paths of two classrooms get confused. Physics vs. comedians. What a breath of fresh air for those physics’ students, I thought. The point is, technology is moving fast. And I’m not. I miss the good old days.

So did the Pharisees. They had their laws (613 of them!), and by golly, no one was going to dictate to them that, perhaps, there was a better way. Certainly not some nobody from Nazareth. When “an eye for an eye” became “turn the other cheek,” enough was enough! Everybody knew that obeying the laws was the ticket into Heaven, so who was this 30-year-old, parable-speaking man, telling the crowds that he was the only way? That answer became clear with the miracle of the resurrection.

If ever a change were worth adopting, I vote for that one.

Government, Kansas

Sunflower Tourism Awards Wins National Award

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Kansas Tourism Wins Second National Award for Sunflower Summer Program

TOPEKA – Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland today announced that Kansas Tourism has earned the Gold Award in the State Bridging Communities category for the popular Sunflower Summer program. Announced at the 2025 Educational Seminar for Tourism Organization (ESTO) Conference, ESTO awards recognize state and territory tourism offices for standout initiatives that strengthen communities and inspire travel.

“The Sunflower Summer program has been a shining example of how Kansas is investing in families, education and community connections,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “By opening the doors to cultural, history and recreational experiences, we’re not only building memories – we’re strengthening our local economies by driving more visitation to the many unique attractions that Kansas has to offer.”

The Bridging Communities category honors campaigns that foster meaningful connections across diverse populations and regions by bringing bold ideas, data-driven creativity and deep community impact.

The award, presented by the U.S. Travel Association, was announced during the annual ESTO Conference held August 17-19 in Phoenix.

“This award underscores our goal to grow the tourism industry by connecting Kansas families with our state’s cultural and educational treasures found in their own backyard,” Kansas Tourism Director Bridgette Jobe said. “Sunflower Summer sparks new journeys, fosters state pride, and fuels the entire tourism economy.”

This recognition builds on previous honors given to the Sunflower Summer program, including Best Local Impact Campaign at the 2025 Etsy Awards, where Kansas Tourism was recognized for its efforts during the eTourism Summit in April.

The 2024 Sunflower Summer program delivered remarkable results, with more than 705,000 Kansas residents visiting the 223 participating attractions.

About the Kansas Department of Commerce: 

As the state’s lead economic development agency, the Kansas Department of Commerce strives to empower individuals, businesses and communities to achieve prosperity in Kansas. Commerce accomplishes its mission by developing relationships with corporations, site location consultants and stakeholders in Kansas, the nation and world. Our strong partnerships allow us to help create an environment for existing Kansas businesses to grow and foster an innovative, competitive landscape for new businesses. Through Commerce’s project successes, Kansas was awarded Area Development Magazine’s prestigious Gold Shovel award in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024, and was awarded the 2021 and 2022 Governor’s Cup by Site Selection Magazine.

About Kansas Tourism:

The mission of Kansas Tourism is to inspire travel to and throughout Kansas to maximize the positive impacts that tourism has on our state and local communities. Kansas Tourism works hand in hand with other Commerce community programs to elevate and promote Kansas as a tourist destination. Kansas Tourism oversees all tourism marketing and PR for the state, produces travel publications and advertising, manages state Travel Information Centers, manages both the Kansas By-ways program and the Kansas Agritourism program, approves tourist signage applications, produces the KANSAS! Magazine, and provides financial and educational support to the tourism industry in Kansas through grants, education and support.

About ESTO & U.S. Travel Association:

The U.S. Travel Association’s ESTO is the tourism industry’s premiere conference, delivering innovative strategies and trend-driven sessions for destination marketing professionals. The ESTO State Awards, formerly known as the Mercury Awards, celebrates excellence in state-level tourism initiatives.

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Business, Fort Scott, Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce

Maps Of Fort Scott Town-Wide Garage Sale Today and Tomorrow

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FORT SCOTT’S

FALL TOWN-WIDE

GARAGE SALE

SEPTEMBER 19th & 20th

We are absolutely thrilled to announce the Town‑Wide Fall Garage Sale in Fort Scott on September 19 & 20, 2025!

This is going to be a fantastic weekend filled with treasure hunting, great deals, and community spirit.

Here’s everything you need to know:

📅When

  • Dates: September 19 & 20, 2025

📍Where

  • Across Fort Scott — north, south, downtown and beyond! All the registered sale locations are mapped out for you.

🗺️Plan Your Route

  • Use our interactive map to see every yard and garage that’s part of the sale.
  • Click HERE to view the Google interactive map!

📍Physical maps may be picked up at:

  • Chamber of Commerce
  • 5 Corners Mini Mart
  • Pete’s Gas Station locations

Wall St. | 6th & National Ave. | Main St. (across from Briggs)

  • Casey’s Gas Station
  • Bids & Dibs
  • Don’s Smoke Shop

A HUGE thank you to everyone who signed up and joined the Fall Town-Wide Garage Sale.

Your enthusiasm and participation made it a great success!

Stay tuned for the next one!

CLICK HERE TO FOLLOW THE

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE

CLICK HERE FOR A PRINTABLE

COPY OF THE MAP

SCAN THE QR CODE FOR THE GOOGLE MAP

OF SALES!

A special thank you to our Chamber Champion members below…
Fort Scott Area Chamber of Commerce | 231 E. Wall Street | Fort Scott, KS 66701 US
 
Fort Scott

Jake Stevenson Will Open Rogers RBW Body Shop on September 22

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Jake Stevenson is the new owner of Rogers RWB Body Shop.

Jake Stevenson has purchased the Rogers Body Shop that closed in April this year and renamed it Rogers RBW.

“When I heard Larry Rogers was going to retire, I was interested,” Stevenson said.

For three generations, the Stevensons have been in the vehicle body repair industry and have operated a body repair shop in Richmond, KS, for 42 years. Richmond is north of Garnett.

They will still operate the Richmond Body Works in Richmond and operate the Rogers RBW, Stevenson said. He will be bringing three employees from that facility to Fort Scott to work, and in addition, is interviewing for more.

He is retaining the Rogers name as part of the new business venture, and Larry Rogers was helping him with finishing details on the facility on September 17.

The Rogers Body Shop sign remains and in fact, is part of the business venture name Rogers RWB.

Stevenson purchased the shop from Rogers on August 15 and has been updating the building and equipment since then.

The services they offer the community are paint and body repair, mostly with insurance claims, but they will also do private pay.

On Monday, September 22, Stevenson will open the office of the business and start bringing cars in, he said.

A Chamber of Commerce Coffee is scheduled for October 9.

The shop is located at 120 W. 19th, and the phone number is 620.223.0380.

Obituary

Obituary for Michael Morris “Mick” Bradbury

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Michael Morris “Mick” Bradbury, a cherished husband, father, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, at the age of 82. Born in the family home north of Uniontown, Kansas, near the Dry Ridge area on December 1, 1942, Mick’s roots ran deep into the country soil. His early years were marked by the simplicity and richness of rural life, and he carried those values with him throughout his life.

Mick was a proud graduate of Uniontown High School, where he was a member of the football team. His love for sports was a thread that ran throughout his life, as he later enjoyed playing slow pitch softball and basketball on the Hammond Community Team.

For thirty-two years, Mick dedicated his career to Hammond Seed and Elevator, where his diligent work ethic and integrity were well known. Simultaneously, he managed his own farm and cattle operation, a testament to his tireless work ethic and love for the land. Even after his retirement, Mick’s days were filled with the responsibilities of tending to his farm, ensuring that everything was run with precision—a “tight ship,” as many would say. His pride in his work was evident in the meticulous care he took of his yard, trees, and garage.

A man of faith, Mick was a devoted member of the Rinehart Christian Church, where his Christian beliefs shaped his actions and interactions with others. He was known for his willingness to lend a hand to his neighbors, embodying the spirit of community and service.

Mick’s interests were as varied as they were passionate. In his earlier years, he enjoyed the thrill of bird hunting and the companionship of his horse, Buck. Fishing and golfing provided him with a sense of peace and a chance to connect with nature. His love for sports persisted as he became an avid fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, rarely missing a game.

His joy for life extended to his cherished “toys,” his tractors, and farm equipment, which he operated with the same joy a child has with their favorite playthings. These tools of his trade were also his hobbies, and he spent many happy hours on them.

Mick’s legacy is carried on by his loving wife, Wilma; his devoted daughters, Debbie Nafzger (Jerry) and Buffie Eskridge (Elvis); his six grandchildren, Jace Wright, Mackenzie Salgado (Rick), Shelby Shaw (Kenny), Madison Wright (Mark), Bryce Wright (Shelby aka “Red”),and Katalaya Eskridge and his ten great-grandchildren, Mahayla, Laiken, Logan, Harlow, Hollyn, Ellison, Eli, Everly, Emrie, and Escher. Also surviving are his three brothers, Bill Bradbury (Carole), Tom Bradbury (Myrna) and Max Bradbury (Betty) and his sister, Margaret Epp (Glendon) as well as the countless lives he touched with his generosity, humor, and indomitable spirit. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of all who knew him, but his memory will continue to inspire and guide us.

In his life, Mick Bradbury was a man who loved deeply, worked hard, and gave generously. His story is one of a life well-lived, marked by the values of family, faith, and community. As we say farewell to this remarkable man, we celebrate the enduring impact he has made on all of us. Mick’s journey on this earth may have come to an end, but his spirit lives on.

Rev. Kevin Moyers will conduct funeral services at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday, September 23rd at the Cheney Witt Chapel. Burial will follow in the Uniontown Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Tuesday at 10:00 A.M. prior to the service. Memorials are suggested to Care to Share and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

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Ad: What Fort Scott Community College Offers

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Looking for a college that gives you options? At Fort Scott Community College, students can choose from associate degrees in Arts, Science, Applied Science, and General Studies, along with a variety of certificates that lead straight to rewarding careers. Whether you’re interested in healthcare fields like Certified Medication Aide, Nurse Aide, EMT, Home Health Aide, Manicuring, or Phlebotomy, or want to take on a technical challenge with certificates in Ag Technology (John Deere), Construction, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Environmental Water Tech, Farm & Ranch Management, Harley-Davidson Technology, Heavy Equipment Operation, HVAC, Masonry, or Welding we’ve got you covered!

But college isn’t just about the classroom. FSCC offers plenty of ways to get involved through music and performance opportunities (band, choir, theater), student clubs and organizations (like Collegiate Farm Bureau, Phi Theta Kappa, SkillsUSA, STEAM Club, FSCC Media Team, and more), and even competitive judging teams in livestock and meat.

If athletics is more your thing, FSCC is home to intercollegiate sports for both men and women. Compete in basketball, baseball, softball, volleyball, rodeo, track & field, or cross country, all while building friendships and representing the Greyhounds.

And the best part? We’re still growing. New programs, degrees, certifications, and athletic opportunities are on the horizon! There’s never been a better time to join FSCC!

Fort Scott Community College; where opportunity meets possibility.

Obituary

Obituary of Gary Paul Kraft

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Gary Paul Kraft, affectionately known as Gary to his friends and family, passed away peacefully on September 14, 2025, at the age of 82 in Kansas City, Kansas. Born on May 22, 1943, in Pasadena, California, Gary was a beacon of light in the lives of all who knew him. He leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness, and selfless service that will be cherished and remembered by many.

Gary is survived by his loving wife, Sally “Micki” Harper Kraft, and their wonderful family: sons Robert, Ronald, Dennis, and Stephen Williams; daughters Suzanne Dixon, Denise Kase, and Colleen Sheehey; brother Rodney Kraft; sister Donna Bockman; and the late Stanley Kraft, his cherished brother. Gary was a proud patriarch, adored by his 18 grandchildren, 16 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-granddaughter. He was preceded in death by his father, Alfred Kraft, and mother, June Kraft, who instilled in him the values of compassion and community that he carried throughout his life.

Gary served his country with honor as a proud veteran of the United States Navy. After his military service, he worked for the city of New Port Beach, CA. as well as with his Dad as a Tree Trimmer. Upon moving to Fort Scott he worked as a greeter at Wal-Mart, where his friendly smile and thoughtful nature made him a beloved figure in the community.

As we bid farewell to Gary, we celebrate a life well-lived and a man well-loved. His spirit will continue to guide and inspire us, and his memory will live on as a blessing to us all.

There was cremation. Graveside services will be held Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at the Fort Scott National Cemetery.. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the American Legion or St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital and may be left in care of the Cheney Witt Chapel, 201 S. Main, P.O. Box 347, Ft. Scott, KS 66701. Words of remembrance may be submitted to the online guestbook at cheneywitt.com.

Government

Ninety-Six People Became Citizens Today at a Federal Ceremony at the Fort

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New citizens use the program flyers of the naturalization ceremony for protection from the sun.
The future citizens wait for the ceremony to begin, which will officially conclude their journey to become American citizens.

Ninety-six people from 44 countries became new American citizens today at Fort Scott National Historic Site in a U.S. District Court of Kansas Naturalization proceeding.

Jill Jaworski, Superintendent of the Fort Scott National Historic Site, welcomes the citizens, their families, and the community to the ceremony.

The humidity of this beautiful September day made the ceremony a little stifling.

The Fort Scott High School Orchestra prepares for its performance at the ceremony at Fort Scott National Historic Site for new American citizens.

The citizens were welcomed by local, state, and federal officials, listened to the Fort Scott High School Orchestra students play patriotic songs, were introduced by their county of origin, pledged an oath of allegiance to their new country, and took numerous photos of the event.

Representatives of the Kansas Secretary of State were on hand so the new citizens could register to vote, following the ceremony.

New citizens could register to vote at the Fort following the ceremony.
A new citizen from the country of Belize stands during the recognition of countries in the ceremony.

 

 

 

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