PROCEEDINGS OF THE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD OF THE PARISH OF EAST FELICIANA, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON OCTOBER 2, 2012
PROPOSED AGENDA FOR
EAST FELICIANA PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Central Office Board Room, located at
12732 Silliman Street, Town of Clinton, Louisiana
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2012 - 5:00 P.M.
1. Call to order
2. Approval of the agenda
3. Approval of the minutes of September 4, 2012 public hearing and regular meeting
4. Special Recognitions
A. Warren Drake, State Department of Education presentation
B. Carolyn Davis, Coordinator presentation of Employee of Month for September, 2012
C. Edna Thomas, Director presentation of plaques to Central Office Retirees
5. Communications/Reports
Expression of sympathy to Family of Mr. Robert Bingham, Sr., respective Husband of Mrs. Ida Matthews Bingham and Step-Father of Board Member Rhonda Matthews; in his passing on Sunday, September 16, 2012
A. Sales Tax Collections Report
B. Superintendent's Report
(1) Receive minute entry to reflect the following Board Members receiving two (2) hours continuing education credit for attending School Board Member In-Service held on January 17, 2012:
(a) Olivia Harris
(b) Elizabeth “Beth” Dawson
(c) John Benjamin Cupit
(d) Broderick Brooks, Sr.
(e) Rufus Nesbitt
(2) Receive minute entry to reflect the following Board Members completion of 2012 Ethics Training for Elected Officials in accordance with Act 3 of 2008 (La. R.S. 42:1170), for the following:
(a) Michael Ray Bradford September 13, 2012
(b) Mitchell Wayne Harrell August 21, 2012
(c) Rhonda Matthews August 23, 2012
(3) Request Board authorization for Dr. Lewis, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; in receipt and distribution of $2,000.00 donation from the EFHS “East Feliciana Parish Quarter Back Club Account” designating equal distribution between EFMS Football and EFMS Cheerleaders
A. Policy Review Committee submission of the following Board Policies for a 2nd reading and adoption as Policy:
(a) File: ABB, entitled “School Board Powers And Responsibilities”
(b) File: BD, entitled “School Board Policy Development”
(c) File: CD, entitled “Line And Staff Relations”
(d) File: CGB, entitled “Administrative And Supervisor Positions”
(e) File: GAMC, entitled “Investigations”
(f) File: GBB, entitled “Personnel Positions” - NEW POLICY
(g) File: GBI, entitled “Evaluation of Personnel”
(h) File: GBJ, entitled “Promotion”
(i) File: GBK, entitled “Employee Discipline”
(j) File: GBKA, entitled “Suspension”
(k) File: GBM, entitled “Personnel Transfer”
(l) File: GBO, entitled “Resignation”
(m) File: GBRB, entitled “Employee Attendance”
(n) File: GBRHA, entitled “Sabbatical Leave”
(o) File: GBRI, entitled “Personal Leaves And Absences”
(p) File: GBRIB, entitled “Sick Leave”
(q) File: GBRIBB, entitled “Sick Leave Bank” - NEW POLICY
(r) File: GBRJ, entitled “Substitute Personnel”
(s) File: BCBD, entitled “Agenda Preparation And Dissemination” under ¶ entitled “Order of Business” deletion of Agenda Item 8. Personnel based on 2012 Louisiana Legislative Changes Act I (effective date: July 1, 2012)
(t) File: IFCB, entitled “Field Trips And Excursions” under ¶ entitled “Field Trip/Student Travel Guidelines” § F. No more than two (2) field trips by a specific class grade or teacher, are to be taken during the school year except with special permission from the Superintendent written authorization from the Principal and Superintendent
(u) File: GAMB, entitled “Employee Dress Code” under ¶ entitled Employee Dress Code § 2. Articles of Clothing: § f. Pants/trousers must be of appropriate length, have a hem or cuff – no cut-offs, cut-outs and/or ragged “distressed jeans” are permitted. Capri and/or cropped pants are defined as women’s casual trousers whereby the bottom hem line ends at or no more than one inch (1") above the ankle of the intended wearer.
7. New Business
A. Review and adopt Resolutions in connection with 2012 Proposals for Reapportionment of School Board Election Districts as prepared by Nancy Jensen, Consultant
B. School Health Services Committee Report
C. East Feliciana Parish School Board Campus Relocation Feasibility Committee Report
D. Bid Opening Committee Report
E. Insurance Committee Report
F. Finance Committee Report
G. Building Committee Report
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance, please contact Henderson Lewis, Jr., Ph.D., Superintendent of Schools at (225) 683-3040, describing the assistance that is necessary.
There were present: School Board Members Olivia Harris, Elizabeth “Beth” Dawson, Melvin L. Hollins, John Benjamin Cupit, Paul Kent, Michael Ray Bradford, Debra Spurlock Haynes, Broderick Brooks, Sr., Rhonda Matthews, Richard Terrell and Rufus Nesbitt. Board Member absent: Vice-President Mitchell Harrell. Other Attendees: Henderson Lewis, Jr., Superintendent, Irma Lee Bendily, Admn. Asst, Samuel D’Aquilla, 20th JDC District Attorney, Tommy LeJeune, C.P.A., Faulk & Winkler, LLC, Nancy Jensen, Reapportionment Consultant, Warren Drake, Louisiana State Department of Education and other attendees.
Board President Michael Ray Bradford opened and chaired the meeting and asked Mr. Joseph Jones, Jr., to open the meeting with prayer. Board President Bradford 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 Michael Ray Bradford, Board President, who announced the purposes of said meeting in accordance with the aforesaid written notice thereof. Board President Bradford stated the Board was ready for transaction of business.
Item 2. Board President Bradford called for any additions to the agenda.
Dr. Lewis requested the following written additions to the above agenda:
5. Communications/Reports
B. Superintendent’s Report
(2) Receive minute entry to reflect the following Board Members completion of 2012 Ethics Training for Elected Officials in accordance with Act 3 of 2008
(La. R.S. 42:1170), for the following:
(a) Michael Ray Bradford September 13, 2012
(b) Mitchell Wayne Harrell August 21, 2012
(c) Rhonda Matthews August 23, 2012
(d) Rufus Nesbitt September 23, 2012
(e) Whitney Elizabeth Dawson September 26, 2012
(f) Richard Wayne Terrell September 27, 2012
(g) Debra Spurlock Haynes January 24, 2012
Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Miss Matthews to approve the above agenda, with Dr. Lewis’ oral and written requests for additions.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with a roll-call vote on the motion, as follows:
Yeas: Harris, Dawson, Hollins, Cupit, Kent, Bradford, Haynes, Brooks, Matthews, Terrell and Nesbitt
Opposed: None
Absent during vote: None
Absent and not voting: Harrell
Board President Bradford announced by a majority vote of 11 to 0, with 1 absent and not voting, the motion carried.
Item 3. Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Miss Matthews, to approve the minutes of September 4, 2012, public hearing and regular meeting, published in the official journal.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent and not voting: Harrell.
Item 4.A. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mr. Warren Drake.
Warren Drake related to Board Members and audience members that since his retirement as Superintendent of the Zachary Community Schools, he has started working with the Louisiana Department of Education which has joined 46 other States that have adopted the Common Core Curriculum. He noted that he is heading the 20 Districts, of which East Feliciana is one, which make up Network 3 of the 5 Networks for Louisiana. He related that we are fortunate enough to have Ms. Jenny Rogers, who is one of 14 Coaches, assigned to assist him with Network 3.
After some discussion by Board Member Dawson, Board President Bradford proceeded with the agenda.
Item 4.B. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mrs. Carolyn Davis.
Mrs. Carolyn Davis presented as Employee of the Month for September, 2012 - Helen Williams, retired CNP Supervisor. Nita Gintz, Representative of Taylor & Sons presented Mrs. Williams appreciation plaque and related items.
Item 4.C. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mrs. Edna Thomas.
Edna Lusk Thomas, Director made a presentation of retirement plaques to the following for their years of service to the School System:
(1) Richard Wright, Supervisor 32 years
(2) Helen Williams, Supervisor 32 years
(3) Michaela Wells, Ph.D., Supervisor 9 years
(4) Joseph Jones, Jr., Supervisor 20 years
Dr. Lewis thanked the above retirees for their service to the School System.
Item 5. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.
Dr. Lewis related expressions of sympathy on behalf of the Board to our Board Member Rhonda Matthews and her family as listed on the above agenda.
Board President Bradford requested a moment of silence. Amen.
Item 5.A. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.
Dr. Lewis related to Board Members present that the September, 2012 Sales Tax Report reflects collections at 5% of $541,544.91 and delinquent sales tax collections of $29,560.34. He also noted a sales tax settlement/hold harmless agreement having been arranged by our Sales Tax Attorney Bob Rainer.
Item 5. Dr. Lewis then reviewed with Board Member present Personnel Changes for October, 2012 and appointment of Operations and Ancillary Supervisor - James Bell, Jr., effective date: October 1, 2012. He noted there were only two applicants for that supervisor position, 1 from within and 1 from outside the District.
Board President Bradford called for any questions or comments.
Board Member Richard Terrell questioned Dr. Lewis as to Old Business on setting a Strategic Plan Date for Board Members and Consultant Billy Arcement?
Dr. Lewis related he is in e-mail contact with Mr. Arcement for a possible date. Board President Bradford proceeded with the agenda.
Item 5.B.(1) Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Brooks to authorize a minute entry reflecting the following Board Members receiving two (2) hours continuing education credit for attending School Board Member In-Service held on January 17, 2012:
(a) Olivia Harris
(b) Elizabeth “Beth” Dawson
(c) John Benjamin Cupit
(d) Broderick Brooks, Sr.
(e) Rufus Nesbitt
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Item 5.B.(2) Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Brooks to authorize a minute entry reflecting the following Board Members completion of their 2012 Ethics Training for Elected Officials in accordance with Act 3 of 2008 (La. R.S. 42:1170) (copies of which Ethics Certificate are attached hereto and made a part hereof for reference):
(a) Michael Ray Bradford September 13, 2012
(b) Mitchell Wayne Harrell August 21, 2012
(c) Rhonda Matthews August 23, 2012
(d) Rufus Nesbitt September 23, 2012
(e) Whitney Elizabeth Dawson September 26, 2012
(f) Richard Wayne Terrell September 27, 2012
(g) Debra Spurlock Haynes January 24, 2012
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Item 5.B.(3) Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Miss Matthews to authorize Dr. Lewis, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; in receipt and distribution of $2,000.00 donation from the EFHS “East Feliciana Parish Quarter Back Club Account” designating equal distribution between EFMS Football and EFMS Cheerleaders.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Item 6.A. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mrs. Debra Haynes.
Policy Review Chairperson Debra Haynes called for a motion to waive the oral reading and accept for a 2nd reading and adoption of revisions, additions and/or deletions of School Board Policies as set out on the above agenda.
Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Hollins to accept the Policy Review Committee recommendation to waive the oral reading and accept for a 2nd reading and adoption of revisions, additions and/or deletions to School Board Policies as set out on the above agenda.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After some discussion by Board Member Cupit, along with responses by Chairperson Haynes, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Item 7.A. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mrs. Nancy Jensen, Reapportionment Consultant for her presentation.
Mrs. Nancy Jensen, Consultant related she was contracted by this School Board to do a Reapportionment Plan following the 2010 Census. She related in the past ya’ll have done it prior to an election. She noted this round the State wants everybody finished by December 30th, 2012 and approved by the Justice Department, so we are doing it earlier and we can get the precincts and voting places all in order. She related presenting a plan back in May, 2012 at a workshop and as usual nobody likes the first plan that comes out, I have taken something from somebody and put something in somebody’s district and that is normal. So during the four (4) workshops conducted that day in May, 2012, we devised Plan 2 and brought it back in September, 2012 and developed Plan 3. She noted the major difference between Plan 2 and Plan 3 is this area being removed from District 3 of the Beechgrove Road and it was put back in District 3 at their request and this area that was in District 6, I am sorry, that area that had been put in District 3 was taken back into District 2 to keep the numbers right. She noted maintaining the minority districts and/or the 50/50 swing districts, with District 1, 6 and 5 and we are supposed to have a total 10% deviation of 5% minus, we were not able to accomplish that District 7 will have a 13% deviation of too many people. I am not really worried about it, because if we pull any of this section, which has to be done by Census Block with visible boundaries into District 6, District 6 is currently at 50.8% minority, it will decrease this minority and it will not be a swing district and I do not believe Justice will approve it. She noted being pretty sure, I have not done the total but the registered voters will higher than the 50% because in the Clinton precinct, there are more registered voters than there are people over 18, this is not the fault of the Registrar. She noted having found this in every or it is also up in Wilson and in Norwood and in all of the Parishes, any Town that has required Post Office Boxes, people did not go ahead and fill out the Census Forms, they did not get time in their Post Office Boxes, they got a card that said go to the Library and pick it up and everybody went uh huh, I would too. So I think that we will be higher than the 50% deviated, minority of registered voters, which counts as much or more with Justice and this is the Plan 3 that the School Board has worked up and I see no problems with it.
Board President Bradford called for a motion to accept this plan.
Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Brooks to adopt these resolutions (copies of which are attached hereto for reference).
Board President Bradford then opened the floor up for any questions or comments from Board Members or the public at this time. Receiving none, Board President Bradford proceeded with a roll-call vote, as follows:
Yeas: Harris, Dawson, Hollins, Cupit, Kent, Bradford, Haynes, Brooks, Matthews and Terrell
Opposed: Nesbitt
Absent during vote: None
Absent and not voting: Harrell
Board President Bradford announced by a majority vote of 10 to 1, with 1 absent and not voting, the motion carried.
Item 7.B. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mr. Brooks.
Broderick Brooks, Sr., Chairman of the School Health Services Committee proceeded with the following presentation from the meeting held on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 5:30 P.M. (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference). He concluded by indicating all three items were informational only.
Item 7.C. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mr. Paul Kent.
Paul Kent, Chairman of the East Feliciana Parish Campus Relocation Committee proceeded with the following presentation from the meeting held on Wednesday, September 12, 2012 at 2:00 P.M.(a copy of which is attached hereto for reference). He concluded by indicating all three items received and reviewed were informational only.
Item 7.D. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mr. Paul Kent.
Paul Kent, Chairman of the Bid Opening Committee proceeded with the following presentation from the meeting held on Thursday, September 20, 2012 at 1:30 P.M. (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference). He indicated the committee minutes reflect numerous discrepancies and based on a review by the 20th Judicial District Attorney’s Office it was determined that in order to clear up any confusion that may arise over the EFMS HVAC Project and to meet the legal requirements the entire project must be re-bid.
Motion by Mr. Brooks, seconded by Miss Matthews and Mrs. Dawson due to numerous discrepancies reflected in the Bid Opening Committee Minutes of Thursday, September 20, 2012, to accept the recommendation of the 20th Judicial District Attorney’s Office to clear up any confusion that may arise over the EFMS HVAC Project and to meet the legal requirements the entire project must be re-bid.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Item 7.E. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mr. Paul Kent.
Paul Kent, Chairman of the Insurance Committee proceeded with the following presentation from the meeting held on Thursday, September 27, 2012 at 11:00 A.M. (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference). He then turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.
Dr. Lewis related to Board Member present that two (2) insurance quotes were received and due to our current policy was set to expire at midnight on September 30, 2012, there was not enough time to research why the East Feliciana Parish School Board chose to drop their 2007 LARMA participation. He noted the quote from our current carrier, Dart Insurance was $84,305.55 for 10/1/12 - 10/01/13, which was down from the current $96,771.00 for 10/01/11 - 10/01/12, he recommended accept the higher bid from Dart Insurance in the sum of $84,305.55. He noted prior to receiving quotes for our upcoming Spring Insurance needs he will invite other representatives to present their quotes and proposals in a more timely manner.
Chairman Kent then called for a motion.
Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mrs. Dawson to ratify Dr. Lewis’ recommendations in connection with Item 1. to accept quote for general liability, auto and school leaders errors and omissions {effective dates: 10-01-12 through 10-01-13}, as prepared by Williams “Bill” Dart, Agent, Dart Insurance dated September 27, 2012, in the annual sum of $84,305.55 and contracting with Dart Insurance Agency, Inc., due to current insurance coverage for same expiring at midnight on Sunday, September 30, 2012.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After some discussion by Board President Bradford, along with responses by Dr. Lewis, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Item 7.F. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mr. Terrell.
Richard Terrell, Chairman of the Finance Committee proceeded with the following presentation from the meeting held on Thursday, September 27, 2012 at 5:00 P.M. (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference). He noted the usual information Items of 1., 2., 3., 4., 5. and 8. He then called for motions on Items 6., 6.(a), 7. and 9.
Motion by Mr. Kent, seconded by Miss Matthews and Mr. Cupit to accept the Finance Committee recommendation in connection with Item 7.F.6. to authorize Dr. Lewis, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to sign any and all documents necessary to sign the 2012-2013 Louisiana Virtual School Contract at a price of $150.00 per eligible student.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After some discussion by Board President Bradford, along with responses by Chairman Terrell, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Motion by Mr. Kent, seconded by Mr. Cupit to accept the Finance Committee recommendation in connection with Item 7.F.6.(a) to authorize Dr. Lewis, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; to sign any and all documents necessary to sign the 2012-2013 Capital Area MOU entitled “Grand Ideas”funding of LCSW’s for our School Clinics for the remainder of the 2012-2013 SY/FY {funding source: Capital Area Human Services}.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Motion by Mr. Kent, seconded by Mr. Brooks to accept the Finance Committee recommendation in connection with Item 7.F.7. authorize Dr. Lewis, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board; in signing a revised contract with Faulk & Winkler LLC, Certified Public Accountant and Business Advisors for the remainder of the 2012-2013 SY/FY, ending June 30, 2013.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After some discussion by Board Member Nesbitt, along with responses by Dr. Lewis, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Chairman Terrell turned the floor over to Dr. Lewis.
Dr. Lewis referenced a copy of his handout entitled “East Feliciana School Board Projected Budget Deficit Board Presentation October 2, 2012" and reviewed same indicating our Student Enrollment is down by 100 Students. He noted on October 1, 2011, the Student Count was 1956 and on October 1, 2012 our Student Count was down to 1860. He referenced a copy of School Board Policy File: GBNA, entitled “Reduction of Personnel” as re-adopted August 7, 2012, which was formerly referred to as a Reduction in Force or “RIF”. He noted reviewing this information in a conference call to Dr. Jones, who is the Asst. Superintendent at the State Department of Education, regarding application of Act I, effective July 1, 2012. He noted Option 1 of an 8% over all pay cut for all employees would have netted a projected savings of $761,360.00. But due to current employees having had their step increases frozen at the 2011/2012 levels, Option 1 was not an option. He noted a comparison of staffs at various schools, clearly indicate where we are overstaffed. He noted that the SCCS with Grades 7 thru 9, and a current enrollment of 150 students will receive $1.2 Million Dollars and with addition of another grade level next school year, would max out in 2013/2014 at 330 students or approximately $2 Million Dollars annually. He noted not only does the MFP funds follow these students, but local dollars also follow these students. He noted East Feliciana Parish has one of the lowest property taxes in the State and he will develop a staffing formula and in February, 2013 issue to Parents an Intent to return for the 2013/2014 SY. He noted having to pay bills on a sign and initial bill priority basis and implement the previously Board approved Bride Loans from our Operations and Maintenance Funds. He noted with the ending of the 2-year Federally Funded SIG Grant, that another 17 positions will be lost by May, 2013 and between March and May, 2013 Staffing will have to be addressed before issuance of any contracts for 2013/2014 SY/FY. He noted the longer you wait in declaring a Reduction of Personnel, the more positions may have to be cut, to recoup the approximate $830,000.00 deficit by June 30, 2013.
Board President Bradford then called a Special Board Meeting for Tuesday, October 16, 2012 at 5:00 P.M.
Chairman Terrell, with the concurrence of Finance Committee Member Kent and Hollins, tabled Item 7.F.9. to a Finance Committee Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at 5:00 P.M. to receive additional information on declaring a Reduction of Personnel (ROP) and financial impact of SCCS.
Board President Bradford then proceeded with the agenda.
Item 7.G. Board President Bradford turned the floor over to Mr. Cupit.
John Benjamin Cupit, Committee Member of the Building Committee proceeded with the following presentation from the meeting held on Thursday, September 27, 2012 at 6:00 P.M. (a copy of which is attached hereto for reference). He noted the usual information Items of 1., 3., 4. and 6. He then called for motions on Items 2., 4.(a), 5. and 7.
Motion by Mr. Brooks, seconded by Mr. Hollins to accept the Building Committee recommendation in connection with Item 7.G.(2) of Board authorization for Dr. Lewis, to use his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board, to begin legal process to place the vacant Slaughter Property (a certain piece or parcel of land together with all improvements thereon, containing 33.97 Acres +/-, Secs. 40 & 61, T4S-R1E, 3129 Church Street, Town of Slaughter, East Feliciana, Louisiana) up for sale. Further to authorize Jeff Gardner, Appraiser to immediately update his previous appraisal on said property at a quoted sum of $150.00.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After some discussion by Board Member Nesbitt, along with responses by Board President Bradford, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Motion by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Kent to accept the Building Committee recommendation in connection with Item 7.G.4.(a) for Board ratification of Dr. Lewis, using his discretion on behalf of the East Feliciana Parish School Board in the emergency purchase and installation of two (2) replacement boilers at Clinton Elementary Cafeteria in the sum of $28,300.00 from Morgan’s Mechanical Services LLC {utilizing Operations and Maintenance Funds}.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. Receiving none, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Motion by Mr. Brooks, seconded by Mr. Kent to accept the Building Committee recommendation in connection with Item 7.G.5. of Board authorization to advertise for sealed bids in connection with HVAC Controls for the Jackson School Complex and East Feliciana Middle School.
Board President Bradford then asked for any public comment before a vote is taken on this motion. After some discussion by Board Members Nesbitt, Cupit, Board President Bradford, along with responses by Maintenance Supervisor Bell, and Board Member Kent, Board President Bradford then proceeded with the vote. All yeas. The motion carried. Absent: Harrell.
Building Committee Member Cupit then referred Mr. Bell’s power-point on Item 6. and Central Office Roof Replacements on Item 7. to the next Building Committee Meeting Agenda.
There being no further business to come before the Board, a motion for adjournment by Mr. Terrell, seconded by Mr. Brooks and Miss Matthews, prevailed until the next regular meeting unless called into special session by the President.
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HENDERSON LEWIS, JR., Ph.D., MICHAEL RAY BRADFORD,
SECRETARY-TREASURER BOARD PRESIDENT