PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD OF THE PARISH OF EAST FELICIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON DECEMBER 5, 2006
PROPOSED AGENDA FOR
EAST FELICIANA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 5, 2006 - 5:00 P.M.
1. Call to order
2. Approval of the agenda
3. Approval of the minutes of November 7, 2006, regular meeting
4. Special Recognitions
Clinton High School Football Teams Winning Season
5. Communications/Reports
Expression of sympathy to the Family of Mrs. Reba Staples, SDMS/SIS Accountant I; in the passing of her Mother, Mrs. Reba Duke on Saturday, November 18, 2006
A. Sales Tax Collections Report
B. Superintendent's Report
(1) Pre-Registration for 2007 LSBA Convention in New Orleans, Louisiana
(2) Request Board authorization for Dr. Brady to accept on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board donation to the General Fund from Board President Jelks in the sum of $600.00
(3) Request Board authorization for Dr. Brady to accept on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board donation to Clinton High School Band from Just In Time Music, Inc. in the sum of $1,000.00
6. Old Business
Receive Policy Review Committee request to approve following for a 2nd Reading and adoption of same as Policy:
(a) File: JGCC, entitled Communicable/Infectious Diseases
(b) File: JGFG, entitled Illness And Accidents
(c) File: ED, entitled Student Transportation Management
(d) File: EDCA, entitled School Bus Safety Inspections
(e) File: EGAA, entitled Workers Compensation
(f) File: II, entitled Testing Program
(g) File: JGB, entitled School Wellness
(h) File: GBA, entitled Contracts and Compensation
(i) File: GBAA, entitled Compensation Guidelines/Overtime
(j) File: GBG, entitled Probation
(k) File: GBI, entitled Evaluation of Personnel
(l) File: GBJ, entitled Promotion
(m) File: GBL, entitled Tenure
(n) File: GBN, entitled Dismissal of Personnel
(o) File: GBRJ, entitled Substitute Personnel
(p) File: BH, entitled School Board Ethics
(q) File: EB, entitled Buildings And Grounds Maintenance
(r) File: GAMA, entitled Employee Tobacco Use
(s) File: GBE, entitled Assignment
(t) File: GBRA, entitled Employee Conduct
(u) File: GBRH, entitled Professional Leaves and Absences
(v) File: JDD, entitled Suspension
(w) File: JGC, entitled Student Health Services
(x) File: GBD, entitled Employment of Personnel
7. New Business
A. Personnel Committee Report
B. Finance Committee Report
C. Salary Committee Report
D. Building Committee Report
8. Personnel
A. Certificated Resignations:
(1) Clara Bowie, Teacher (c), Clinton Middle {effective date: October 31, 2006 (beginning of work day)}
(2) Deborah Stout, Teacher (c), Jackson Middle {effective date: November 15, 2006 (beginning of work day)}
B. Certificated Appointments:
(1) Sharon Burton, TAT Teacher, Jackson Middle {effective date: December 12, 2006 (beginning of work day) remainder on 9-Month Position}
(2) Melissa Foster, Teacher (c), Jackson Middle {effective date: November 28, 2006 (beginning of work day) remainder on 9-Month Position}
C. Support Staff Resignation:
1SG (Ret.) Michael A. Gibson, Army JROTC NCO, Clinton High {effective date: January 2, 2007, beginning of work day)}
D. Support Staff Promotion:
Angela Hogan from School Secretary (10-Month Position), Jackson Elementary to Child Nutrition Program Account Clerk II (effective date: November 28, 2006 (beginning of work day) remainder on 12-Month Position}
There were present: School Board Members Vice-President Mitchell Harrell, Casey Barnett, Elizabeth Beth Dawson, Leon Sonny Franklin, Anthony Tony Rouchon, Board President J. Curtis Jelks, Henry C. Howell, IV, Michael Bradford, Edward Brooks, Sr., Willie M. Jackson and Matthew Peterson. Board Member Christopher Chris Rouchon joined the meeting during the Pledge of Allegiance. Other Attendees: Glenn Brady, Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools, Irma Lee Bendily, Executive Secretary, 1st Asst. D.A. Michael Hughes and Janice Betrece, Accountant III. Vicki Sims, Payroll Accountant II joined the meeting at 5:04:45 P.M.
Board President J. Curtis Jelks asked Board Member Casey Barnett to open the meeting with prayer. Board President J. Curtis Jelks lead the Pledge of Allegiance to The Flag in unison.
The Parish School Board of the Parish of East Feliciana, State of Louisiana, was duly convened as the governing authority of said Parish for school purposes by the Honorable J. Curtis Jelks, President, who announced the purposes of said meeting in accordance with the aforesaid written notice thereof. Board President Jelks stated the Board was ready for transaction of business.
Item 2. Board President Jelks presented the following written requests for additions or deletions to the above agenda.
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONS
7. New Business
A. Personnel Committee Reports
D. Building Committee Report
(1) Receive request for purchase and installation of modular clinic at the Slaughter Elementary (funding source Timber Revenue). Further to authorize Dr. Brady to use his discretion in receipt of quotes, putting out on bids and/or utilizing state contract pricing (if available) in order to make said purchase and installation.
8. Personnel
B. Certificated Appointments:
(3) Vellanie Williams, TAT Special Education Teacher, Clinton Middle {effective date: November 7, 2006 (beginning of work day) funding source: General Funds} (remainder on 9-Month Position)
D. Support Staff Promotion:
(2) Jammie Brown, Account Clerk II to Fixed Assets Account Clerk II {effective date: December 6, 2006 (beginning of work day) funding source: General Funds} (remainder on 12-Month Position)
E. Support Staff Transfers:
Lillie Goodman, R.N., School Nurse from Clinton Elementary to School Nurse, Slaughter Elementary {effective date: January 3, 2007 (beginning of work day) funding source 50% General Funds and 50% IDEA Funds} (remainder on 9-Month Position)
Motion by Mr. A. Rouchon, seconded by Mr. Peterson to approve the above agenda with additions.
Dr. Brady related he has some requests for out-of-state travel to add.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Item 3. Motion by Mr. Peterson, seconded by Miss W. Jackson, to approve the minutes of November 7, 2006, regular meeting, for publication in the official journal.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Item 4. Board President Jelks thanked Board Members Casey Barnett and Christopher Chris Rouchon for their past four years of service to this School Board and the School System. He then turned the floor over to Dr. Brady.
Dr. Brady commended Coach Signator and the Clinton High School Football Team for their winning season.
Coach Signator then introduced three of his football players present this evening: Lindsey Gibbs, Ryan Franklin and Jazmon Williams.
Dr. Brady then requested Coach Signator to bring the entire Clinton High School Football Team to the upcoming Tuesday, January 9, 2007 Regular Board Meeting for recognitions.
Vicki Sims, Payroll Accountant II joined the meeting at this time.
After some congratulations by Board Members Franklin, Dawson and Vice-President Harrell, Board Member Bradford extended congratulations to Mr. Louis, the Clinton High Band and the Clinton High Cheerleaders for their support of the Clinton High Football Program.
Item 5. Board President Jelks turned the floor over to Dr. Brady for his presentation.
Dr. Brady related the following expressions of sympathy on behalf of the Board:
(1) Expression of sympathy to the Family of Mrs. Reba Staples, SDMS/SIS Accountant I; in the passing of her Mother, Mrs. Reba Duke on Saturday, November 18, 2006; and
(2) Expression of sympathy to the Family of Mrs. Faye Morris, Teacher, Slaughter Elementary; in the passing of her Mother, Mrs. Willie Billie C. Brashier on Thursday, November 30, 2006.
Dr. Brady concluded his presentation by requesting a moment of silence. Amen.
Item 5.A. Board President Jelks turned the floor over to Paul Kent, Sales Tax Supervisor; for his presentation on this item.
Paul Kent, Sales Tax Supervisor; related to Board Members present that the November, 2006 Sales Tax Report reflects collections at 5% of $496,427.19 and delinquent sales tax collections of $18,221.38.
Item 5.B.(1) Board President Jelks turned the floor over to Dr. Brady for his presentations.
Dr. Brady noted the upcoming LSBA Convention is scheduled for March 8th - 10th, 2007 in New Orleans, Louisiana. He requested Board Members let his office know for processing of registrations and/or hotel accommodations.
Dr. Brady related he has requests from elementary teachers for out-of-state travel being paid by Title I Funds of one to Atlanta, Georgia and two to Toronto, Canada.
Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mr. Franklin to approve the requests from elementary teachers for out-of-state travel being paid by Title I Funds of one to Atlanta, Georgia and two to Toronto, Canada.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Dr. Brady related that he is currently scheduling visitation for the Spring, 2007 for the Southern Association to perform an accreditation in our school district, along with Mr. Jerry Boudreaux conducting an audit.
Dr. Brady and Edna Thomas, Title I Director touched on the Federal Audit conducted by the State Department of Education last week, Tuesday through Thursday; in our school district. Dr. Brady noted a closing comment from the Federal Audit, in addition to a well done on our scores was your people did a very good job and you ought to tell them!
Dr. Brady passed out copies of Mrs. Lacys chart and report in connection with our 4-day week on absenteeism for the 1st 9 Weeks indicates going from 5.18% in 2005/2006 SY to 3.95% in 2006/2007 SY and a 22.18% decrease in days missed by teachers, support staffers and administrators.
Item 5.B.(2) Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mr. Peterson to authorize Dr. Brady to accept on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board donation to the General Fund/Board Travel from Board President Jelks the sum of $600.00.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Abstained from voting due to be donor: Board President J. Curtis Jelks.
Item 5.B.(3) Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mr. Brooks to authorize Dr. Brady to accept on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board donation to Clinton High School Band from Just In Time Music, Inc. the sum of $1,000.00.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Item 6. Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mr. Howell, to waive the oral reading and receive Policy Review Committee request to approve the following for a 2nd Reading and Adoption of same as Policy:
(a) File: JGCC, entitled Communicable/Infectious Diseases
(b) File: JGFG, entitled Illness And Accidents
(c) File: ED, entitled Student Transportation Management
(d) File: EDCA, entitled School Bus Safety Inspections
(e) File: EGAA, entitled Workers Compensation
(f) File: II, entitled Testing Program
(g) File: JGB, entitled School Wellness
(h) File: GBA, entitled Contracts and Compensation
(i) File: GBAA, entitled Compensation Guidelines/Overtime
(j) File: GBG, entitled Probation
(k) File: GBI, entitled Evaluation of Personnel
(l) File: GBJ, entitled Promotion
(m) File: GBL, entitled Tenure
(n) File: GBN, entitled Dismissal of Personnel
(o) File: GBRJ, entitled Substitute Personnel
(p) File: BH, entitled School Board Ethics
(q) File: EB, entitled Buildings And Grounds Maintenance
(r) File: GAMA, entitled Employee Tobacco Use
(s) File: GBE, entitled Assignment
(t) File: GBRA, entitled Employee Conduct
(u) File: GBRH, entitled Professional Leaves and Absences
(v) File: JDD, entitled Suspension
(w) File: JGC, entitled Student Health Services
(x) File: GBD, entitled Employment of Personnel
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Item 7.A. Board President Jelks turned the floor over to Personnel Chairman Matthew Peterson for his presentation on this item.
Matthew Peterson, Chairman gave the following presentations from the Personnel Committee Meetings scheduled on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 5:30 P.M. and held on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 6:00 P.M. (copies of which are attached hereto for reference).
Chairman Peterson proceeded with the following recommendations:
Recommendation: Committee Member Anthony Tony Rouchon related on behalf of the Personnel Committee that no business was conducted due to lack of a quorum.
Recommendation on Item 1.: Matthew Peterson, Chairman related on behalf of the Personnel Committee a recommendation the Board Dr. Bradys recommendations in connection with Items 1.(a), 1.(b), 1.(c) and 1.(d) to approve revisions to the following job descriptions with noted adjustments:
(a) Sales Tax Support Supervisor
(b) Maintenance Support Supervisor
(c) Transportation Support Supervisor
(d) Child Welfare & Attendance Support Supervisor
Motion by Mr. A. Rouchon, seconded by Mr. C. Rouchon to accept Dr. Bradys recommendations in connection with Items 1.(a), 1.(b), 1.(c) and 1.(d) to approve revisions to the following job descriptions with noted adjustments:
(a) Sales Tax Support Supervisor
(b) Maintenance Support Supervisor
(c) Transportation Support Supervisor
(d) Child Welfare & Attendance Support Supervisor
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Chairman Peterson at Board Meeting time recommended tabling the Recommendation on Item 2. back to the Personnel Committee:
Recommendation on Item 2.: Chairman Matthew Peterson related on behalf of the Personnel Committee a recommendation the Board approve the Child Nutrition Program 2006/2007 Support Staff Transfer List as submitted by Helen Franklin Williams, Richard Wright and Dr. Brady.
Motion by Mr. Peterson, seconded by Mrs. Dawson to table Item 7.A.(2) back to the Personnel Committee.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Item 7.B. Board President Jelks turned the floor over to Finance Chairman A. Rouchon for his presentation on this item.
Anthony Tony Rouchon, Chairman gave the following presentation from the Finance Committee Meeting held on Tuesday, November 28, 2006 at 6:00 P.M. (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference).
Chairman A. Rouchon proceeded with the following recommendations:
Recommendation on Item 1.: Chairman A. Rouchon related on behalf of the Finance Committee that Item 1. Receive and review monthly report (October, 2006) on sales tax and ad valorum property millage for employee salaries is informational only, requiring no Board action at this time.
Recommendation on Item 2.: Chairman A. Rouchon related on behalf of the Finance Committee that Item 2. Receive and review 1% Maintenance/Operations Special Revenue Funds for employee salary supplements is informational only, requiring no Board action at this time.
Recommendation on Item 3.: Chairman A. Rouchon related on behalf of the Finance Committee that Item 3. Update on monthly expenses was an informational item only.
Recommendation on Item 4.: Chairman Anthony Tony Rouchon related on behalf of the Finance Committee a recommendation the Board accept Dr. Bradys recommendations on Item 4. to accept the correspondence dated November 9, 2006 from Ross Bus & Equipment Sales, Inc. with quotes in connection with extension of current lease on 10 school buses and special education buses for 3 years on a year to year basis. Additionally to seek Board approval at the upcoming December, 2006 Regular Board Meeting, with ratification as old business at the upcoming January, 2007 Regular Board Meeting.
Motion by Mr. C. Rouchon, seconded by Mr. Franklin to accept the Finance Committee recommendation on Item 7.B.(4) for Board approval of Dr. Brady's recommendations to accept the correspondence dated November 9, 2006 from Ross Bus & Equipment Sales, Inc. with quotes in connection with extension of current lease on 10 school buses and special education buses for 3 years on a year to year basis. Additionally to seek Board approval at the upcoming December, 2006 Regular Board Meeting, with ratification as old business at the upcoming January, 2007 Regular Board Meeting.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Chairman A. Rouchon proceeded with the following recommendation:
Recommendation on Item 5.: Chairman Anthony Tony Rouchon related on behalf of the Finance Committee a recommendation the Board accept Dr. Brady's recommendations in connection with Item 5. to accept the bid tabulation from the bid opening held in conjunction with sale of 16 Section Timber held jointly on a percentage basis with East Baton Rouge and St. Helena Parishes. Additionally, noting the timber sale price is subject to a consulting fee of 8% of gross to the firm of Bennett & Peters, Inc. Further authorizing Dr. Brady to use his discretion, on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to sign any and all documentation necessary in order to receive and deposit said timber funds.
Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mr. Peterson to accept the Finance Committee recommendation on Item 7.B.(5) for Board approval of Dr. Brady's recommendations to accept the bid tabulation from the bid opening held in conjunction with sale of 16 Section Timber held jointly on a percentage basis with East Baton Rouge and St. Helena Parishes. Additionally, noting the timber sale price is subject to a consulting fee of 8% of gross to the firm of Bennett & Peters, Inc. Further authorizing Dr. Brady to use his discretion, on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to sign any and all documentation necessary in order to receive and deposit said timber funds.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Chairman A. Rouchon proceeded with the following recommendation:
Recommendation on Item 6.: Chairman Anthony Tony Rouchon related on behalf of the Finance Committee that Item 6. was an informational item only, requiring no Board action.
Item 7.C. Board President Jelks turned the floor over to Salary Chairman Michael Bradford for his presentation on this item.
Michael Bradford, Chairman gave the following presentation from the Salary Committee Meeting held on Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 5:00 P.M. (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference).
Chairman Michael Bradford noted tabling Item 1. at committee and proceeded with the following recommendations:
Recommendation on Item 1.: Chairman Michael Bradford related on behalf of the Salary Committee tabling Item 1. due to need for more information.
Recommendations on Item 2.(a) and 2.(b): Chairman Michael Bradford related on behalf of the Salary Committee a recommendation the Board accept Dr. Brady's recommendations to approve Items 2.(a) and 2.(b), as follows:
2. Housekeeping items on current 2006-2007 Salary Schedule
(a) Vocational Agriculture Teacher - salary based on 12/9ths of local teachers salary schedule with degree and experience. Works 12 Months
(b) Technology Instructional Support Specialist - Salary is determined by multiplying the 2006-2007 indexing schedule (with degree and experience) times the index factor of 1.42. Works 12 months, which includes scheduled and undocumented times needed after hours, weekends and holidays. (Funded by EETT, IDEA and General Funds)
Motion by Mr. Peterson, seconded by Miss W. Jackson to accept the Salary Committee recommendation in connection with Items 7.C.2.(a) and 7.C.2.(b) for Board approval of Dr. Brady's recommendations, as follows:
2. Housekeeping items on current 2006-2007 Salary Schedule
(a) Vocational Agriculture Teacher - salary based on 12/9ths of local teachers salary schedule with degree and experience. Works 12 Months
(b) Technology Instructional Support Specialist - Salary is determined by multiplying the 2006-2007 indexing schedule (with degree and experience) times the index factor of 1.42. Works 12 months, which includes scheduled and undocumented times needed after hours, weekends and holidays. (Funded by EETT, IDEA and General Funds)
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Item 7.D. Board President Jelks turned the floor over to Building Committee Chairman Vice-President Mitchell Harrell for his presentation on this item.
Chairman Vice-President Harrell gave the following presentation from the Building Committee Meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 30, 2006 at 6:00 P.M. (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference).
Recommendation on Item 1.: Chairman Vice-President Mitchell Harrell related on behalf of the Building Committee a recommendation the Board that Item 1. was an informational item only.
Recommendation on Item 2.: Chairman Vice-President Mitchell Harrell related on behalf of the Building Committee that Item 2. was an informational item only.
Recommendation on Item 3.: Chairman Vice-President Mitchell Harrell related on behalf of the Building Committee that Item 3. was an informational item only.
Recommendation on Item 4.: Chairman Vice-President Mitchell Harrell related on behalf of the Building Committee that Item 4. was an informational item only.
Recommendation on Item 5.: Chairman Vice-President Mitchell Harrell related on behalf of the Building Committee a recommendation the Board authorize Dr. Brady, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to purchase and have installed video surveillance systems utilizing state contract pricing in the sums of $8,428.00 (JES) and $9,273.00 (SES).
Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mr. Brooks to accept the recommendation of the Building Committee in connection with Item 7.D.(5) of Board approval for Dr. Brady, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to purchase and have installed video surveillance systems utilizing state contract pricing in the sums of $8,428.00 (JES) and $9,273.00 (SES).
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Recommendation on Item 6.: Chairman Vice-President Mitchell Harrell related on behalf of the Building Committee a recommendation the Board authorize Dr. Brady, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to purchase and have installed a modular clinic at the Jackson School Complex (funding source Section 16 Lands Timber Revenue). Further to authorize Dr. Brady to use his discretion in receipt of quotes, putting out on bids and/or utilizing state contract pricing (if available) in order to make said purchase and installation.
Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mr. Brooks to accept the Building Committee recommendation on Item 7.D.(6) of Board approval for Dr. Brady, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to purchase and have installed a modular clinic at the Jackson School Complex (funding source Section 16 Lands Timber Revenue). Further to authorize Dr. Brady to use his discretion in receipt of quotes, putting out on bids and/or utilizing state contract pricing (if available) in order to make said purchase and installation.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After much discussion by Board Members Peterson, Barnett, A. Rouchon, Dawson, along with responses by Board President Jelks, Dr. Wells, Vice-President Harrell and Dr. Brady, Board President Jelks then proceeded with a roll-call vote, as follows:
Yeas: Peterson, W. Jackson, Brooks, Bradford, C. Rouchon, Howell, Jelks, Franklin, Dawson and Harrell
Opposed: Barnett
Abstained from voting: A. Rouchon
Board President Jelks announced by a majority vote of 10 to 1, with 1 abstention; the motion carried.
Chairman Vice-President Harrell proceeded with the requested add-on of Item 7.D.(1) to the above agenda, as follows:
Item 7.D.(1) Receive request for purchase and installation of modular clinic at the Slaughter Elementary (funding source Timber Revenue). Further to authorize Dr. Brady to use his discretion in receipt of quotes, putting out on bids and/or utilizing state contract pricing (if available) in order to make said purchase and installation.
Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mrs. Dawson to issue Board approval for Dr. Brady, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to purchase and have installed a modular clinic at Slaughter Elementary (funding source Timber Revenue). Further to authorize Dr. Brady to use his discretion in receipt of quotes, putting out on bids and/or utilizing state contract pricing (if available) in order to make said purchase and installation.
Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks then proceeded with a roll-call vote, as follow:
Yeas: W. Jackson, Brooks, Bradford, C. Rouchon, Howell, Jelks, Franklin, Dawson and Harrell
Opposed: Barnett
Abstained from voting: Peterson and A. Rouchon
Board President Jelks announced by a majority vote of 9 to 1, with 2 abstentions; the motion carried.
Items 8.A. through 8.E. Board President Jelks called for a motion to receive Personnel Items 8.A. through 8.E., collectively.
Motion by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Vice-President Harrell, to accept Dr. Brady's recommendations in connection with Personnel Item 8.A. through 8.E., except Item 8.D.(2); collectively as follows:
8. Personnel
A. Certificated Resignations:
(1) Clara Bowie, Teacher (c), Clinton Middle {effective date: October 31, 2006 (beginning of work day)}
(2) Deborah Stout, Teacher (c), Jackson Middle {effective date: November 15, 2006 (beginning of work day)}
B. Certificated Appointments:
(1) Sharon Burton, TAT Teacher, Jackson Middle {effective date: December 12, 2006 (beginning of work day) remainder on 9-Month Position}
(2) Melissa Foster, Teacher (c), Jackson Middle {effective date: November 28, 2006 (beginning of work day) remainder on 9-Month Position}
(3) Vellanie Williams, TAT Special Education Teacher, Clinton Middle {effective date: November 7, 2006 (beginning of work day) funding source: General Funds} (remainder on 9-Month Position)
C. Support Staff Resignation:
1SG (Ret.) Michael A. Gibson, Army JROTC NCO, Clinton High {effective date: January 2, 2007, beginning of work day)}
D. Support Staff Promotion:
(1) Angela Hogan from School Secretary (10-Month Position), Jackson Elementary to Child Nutrition Program Account Clerk II (effective date: November 28, 2006 (beginning of work day) remainder on 12-Month Position}
E. Support Staff Transfers:
Lillie Goodman, R.N., School Nurse from Clinton Elementary to School Nurse, Slaughter Elementary {effective date: January 3, 2007 (beginning of work day) funding source 50% General Funds and 50% IDEA Funds} (remainder on 9-Month Position)
Board President Jelks then asked Board Members to check the personnel items for relatives. Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Jelks proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried.
Vice-President Mitchell Harrell left the meeting at this time.
Motion by Mr. A. Rouchon, seconded by Mrs. Barnett to accept Dr. Brady's recommendations in connection with Personnel Item 8.D.(2), as follows:
8. Personnel
D. Support Staff Promotion:
(2) Jammie Brown, Account Clerk II to Fixed Assets Account Clerk II {effective date: December 6, 2006 (beginning of work day) funding source: General Funds} (remainder on 12-Month Position)
Board President Jelks then asked Board Members to check the personnel items for relatives. Board President Jelks then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After some discussion by Board Member Bradford, along with responses by Personnel Supervisor Wright and Dr. Brady, Board President Jelks proceeded with the vote, as follows:
Yeas: Peterson, W. Jackson, Brooks, C. Rouchon, Howell, Jelks, A. Rouchon, Franklin, Dawson and Barnett
Opposed: None
Abstained from voting: Bradford
Absent and not voting: Harrell
Board President Jelks announced by a majority vote of 10 to 0, with 1 abstention and 1 absent and not voting; the motion carried.
There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion for adjournment by Mr. Bradford, seconded by Mr. Peterson, prevailed until the next regular meeting unless called into special session by the President.
GLENN BRADY, Ph.D.,
SECRETARY-TREASURER
J. CURTIS JELKS,
PRESIDENT