The Washington Parish School Board met in regular session on the above date with the following members present: Richard Thomas, Jr., Dan Slocum, Karl Bickham, Hayward Boone, Bruce Brown, Susanne Jones, Holly James, Matthew Tate and Freddie Jefferson. Absent: None.
Agenda Item #1 - Call to order
The meeting was called to order by President Richard N. Thomas, Jr. He welcomed School Board Attorney Wayne Kuhn, news media and guests.
Agenda Item #2 - Invocation
The invocation was given by Bruce Brown.
Agenda Item #3 - Pledge of Allegiance
Agenda Item #4 - Consider a motion to adopt the minutes of the September 20, 2004, regular board meeting.
It was moved by Susanne Jones, seconded by Matthew Tate, that the Board adopt the minutes of the September 20, 2004, regular board meeting as submitted to each Board member. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #5 - Recognize Louisiana Reading Association's State Award Winners (Dennie Fowler).
Superintendent Fowler recognized Ms. Carolyn Daniel, Washington Parish Reading Council President. Ms. Daniel then recognized the following:
Pauline Bankston Principal of the Year Franklinton Jr. High School
Tiffany Fortenberry Librarian of the Year Franklinton Jr. High School
Betty Joyce Hughes Certificate of Commendation Award
Louisiana Association Educators as Authors:
Juanette Kennedy 1st Poetry Thomas Jr. High School
Tiffany Fortenberry 1st Non-Fiction Franklinton Jr. High School
Dorothy Young 2nd Non-Fiction Wesley Ray Elementary
Bogalusa Daily News Media Award
Joan Kennedy, Librarian, Wesley Ray Elementary School, has been selected to serve as the Louisiana Reading Association President.
Ms. Daniel invited everyone to join the Reading Council.
Agenda Item #6 - Discuss and take appropriate action regarding bids for the new Pine School (Dennie Fowler).
As per the recommendation of Sam Fauntleroy, Architect, it was moved by Hayward Boone, seconded by Freddie Jefferson, that the Board approves the following:
Bid Package No. 2 - General Works - Reject and rebid
Bid Package No. 3 - Food Service Equipment - Accept
Bid Package No. 4 - Metal Roofing - Reject
Bid Package No. 5 - Gym Equipment - Accept
Bid Package No. 6 - Lab Equipment - Accept
Bid Package No. 7 - Mechanical Work - Reject and rebid
Bid Package No. 8 - Fire Protection - No bid - include in Bid Package No. 2
Bid Package No. 9 - Electrical Work - Reject and rebid
Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #7 - Consider a motion to authorize advertisement for request for proposals for energy saving companies to institute energy saving measures (Dennie Fowler).
It was moved by Freddie Jefferson, seconded by Matthew Tate, that the Board authorize advertisement for request for proposals for energy saving companies to institute energy saving measures. Advertisements begin the week of November 21, 2004 until the second board meeting in January 2005. Presentation from companies will be during the second meeting in January 2005. Award contract during the first board meeting in March 2005. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #8 - Consider a motion to authorize advertisement for bids for the Franklinton High School Building Design/Construction (Dennie Fowler).
It was moved by Dan Slocum, seconded by Susanne Jones, that the Board authorize advertisement for bids for the Franklinton High School Building Design/Construction. Advertisements will begin on October 20, 2004, open bids on November 23, 2004. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #9 - Consider a motion to adopt a resolution authorizing the Superintendent to sign the required Louisiana Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist form reflecting a selection of lower limits of Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage (Beth Fussell).
It was moved by Susanne Jones, seconded by Karl Bickham, that the Board adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION
To authorize the Superintendent to sign the required Louisiana Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Form reflecting a selection of lower limits of Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage than liability coverage. This selection is applicable to commercial automobile insurance coverage for the period September 17, 2004 to October 1, 2005, as presented.
Yeas: Richard Thomas, Jr., Dan Slocum, Karl Bickham, Bruce Brown, Hayward Boone, Susanne Jones, Holly James, Matthew Tate and Freddie Jefferson.
Nays: None
Abstained: None
Absent: None
CERTIFICATE
I hereby acknowledge that the foregoing is a true and exact copy of a resolution adopted at a regular board meeting held on October 14, 2004, at which time a quorum was present and voting.
Franklinton, Louisiana, this 14th day of October, 2004.
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Dennie Fowler, Superintendent/Secretary
Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #10 - Consider a motion to approve E-rate Technology Budget for the 2004/2005 school year (Jimmy Thigpen).
It was moved by Freddie Jefferson, seconded by Matthew Tate, that the Board approve the following E-rate Technology Budget for the 2004/2005 school year:
Washington Parish School District
Technology Budget 2004/2005
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100 Salaries |
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(Technology Director & Technology Facilitator) |
$94,796.00 |
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200 Employee Benefits |
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(Technology Director & Technology Facilitator) |
$22,103.78 |
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600 Supplies |
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Central Office |
$17,000.00 |
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700 Equipment |
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(Central Office computers & peripherals) |
$24,250.00 |
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Total |
$158,149.78 |
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District Portion of Erate |
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Network Maintenance C/O |
$2,671.20 |
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Network Maintenance 10 Schools |
$6,984.00 |
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Network Maintenance FHS |
$3,570.00 |
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M/A PBX FHS |
$582.00 |
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Firewall FHS |
$1,050.00 |
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Firewall C/O |
$1,260.00 |
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Gigabit NIC's & patch cables C/O |
$468.00 |
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Network Maintenance FJHS |
$3,318.00 |
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Internet Access 10 Schools |
$10,569.60 |
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Internet Access FHS |
$5,016.00 |
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Internet Access FJHS |
$5,016.00 |
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POTS |
$7,079.57 |
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T1's |
$7,110.72 |
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Long Distance |
$2,318.40 |
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Cell Phones |
$2,017.44 |
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Routers at VES,WRES,EES,TJHS |
$702.00 |
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Cabling |
$25,350.00 |
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Student Email |
$1,053.00 |
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Total |
$86,135.93 |
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Erate Funds |
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Network Maintenance C/O |
$19,588.80 |
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Network Maintenance 10 Schools |
$51,216.00 |
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Network Maintenance FHS |
$32,130.00 |
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M/A PBX FHS |
$5,238.00 |
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Firewall FHS |
$9,450.00 |
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Firewall C/O |
$6,240.00 |
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Gigabit NIC's & patch cables C/O |
$3,432.00 |
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Network Maintenance FJHS |
$29,862.00 |
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Internet Access 10 Schools |
$77,510.40 |
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Internet Access FHS |
$45,144.00 |
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Internet Access FJHS |
$45,144.00 |
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POTS |
$51,916.87 |
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T1's |
$52,145.28 |
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Long Distance |
$17,001.60 |
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Cell Phones |
$14,794.56 |
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Routers at VES,WRES,EES,TJHS |
$4,698.00 |
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Cabling |
$228,150.00 |
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Student Email |
$9,477.00 |
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Total |
$703,138.51 |
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Grants |
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EETT |
$48,521.00 |
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School Tech |
$150,000.00 |
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Total |
$198,521.00 |
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Total Budget |
$1,145,945.22 |
Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #11 - Discuss and take appropriate action regarding IDEA Budget revisions (Pam Williford).
It was moved by Karl Bickham, seconded by Susanne Jones, that the Board approve the IDEA Budget revisions as recommended by Dr. Pam Williford, Special Education Supervisor. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #12 - Consider a motion to renew the contract of employment for William R. Brignac, Jr., Supervisor of Maintenance, Vocational Education and Transportation (Dennie Fowler).
It was moved by Matthew Tate, seconded by Bruce Brown, that the Board renew the contract of employment for William R. Brignac, Jr., Supervisor of Maintenance, Vocational Education and Transportation for the period of November 11, 2004 through November 10, 2006. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #13 - Discuss and take appropriate action regarding student transfer requests for the 2004/2005 school year (Karen Spears).
It was moved by Susanne Jones, seconded by Matthew Tate, that the Board approve the following student transfer requests for the 2004/2005 school year as recommended by Karen Spears, Supervisor of Child Welfare and Attendance:
Student Name Home District Requested District Grade Type of Transfer
Bickham, Hannah Franklinton High Mt. Hermon 12th Administrative
Brock, Callie Franklinton Jr. High Mt. Hermon 7th Hardship
Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #14 - Discuss and take appropriate action regarding Personnel and Transportation Adjustments (Richard Kennedy).
Upon the recommendation of Richard Kennedy, Personnel Director, it was moved by Hayward Boone, seconded by Karl Bickham, that the Board approve the following personnel and transportation adjustments:
PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS
RESIGNATION
Varnado Elementary School: Donald Owens, Janitor, Resignation effective October 4, 2004.
CHANGE OF EMPLOYMENT STATUS
Melanie Brooks, Part-Time School Lunch Worker, Enon Elementary School TO Part-Time School Lunch Worker, Franklinton Jr. High School, Effective October 18, 2004 and the remainder of the Fall Semester of the 2004/2005 school year only.
Deonne Conerly, Part-Time School Lunch Worker, Franklinton Jr. High School TO Part-Time School Lunch Worker, Enon Elementary School, Effective October 18, 2004 and the remainder of the Fall Semester of the 2004/2005 school year only.
Gwenda Martin, Special Education Teacher, Franklinton Elementary School, Resignation effective September 13, 2004 TO Resignation effective September 10, 2004.
Tracey McMasters, Title I Receptionist/Clerk, Central Office TO Reading First Accounts Payable Clerk/Secretary, Effective November 1, 2004 (Pending continuation of the Reading First Grant funding)(To be paid on Level 5).
EMPLOY
Central Office: Charlyn Hartzog, LA4 Accounts Payable Clerk/Secretary, Effective October 18, 2004 (Pending continuation of the LA4 Grant funding)(To be paid on Level 1).
Angie Jr. High School: Garnet Fornea, Special Education Paraprofessional, Effective October 18, 2004.
Franklinton Elementary School: Eva Jo Johnson, Special Education Teacher, Effective October 1, 2004 and for the remainder of the 2004/2005 school year (Certified).
Thomas Jr. High School: Heidi Thomas, LA4 Paraprofessional, Effective October 18, 2004.
TRANSPORTATION ADJUSTMENTS
ENON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: Extend the route of Aulton Carter 2.2 miles one way to pick up Mariah Esquivel. Effective date: October 4, 2004.
Extend the route of Robert Mizell .6 miles one way to pick up Jacob & Kristen Clark. Effective date: September 22, 2004.
FRANKLINTON SCHOOLS: Extend the route of Violonia Edwards .7 miles one way to drop off Tyrick McClain. Effective date: September 27, 2004.
Extend the route of James W. Mulina 1 mile one way to pick up Raymond Perez. Effective date: September 10, 2004.
Extend the route of Evelyn Polk .4 miles one way to pick up Benjamin Sheridan and Cecilia Graves. Effective date: October 4, 2004.
Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #15 - Superintendent's Report
Superintendent Fowler stated that the Teacher of the Year Banquet would be held on Thursday, November 11, 2004 at 6:30 P.M. at the Franklinton Country Club.
Agenda Item #16 - Other business from Board Members.
Karl Bickham stated that all finance committee members should be at the October 26, 2004, Transportation Committee meeting at 6:00 P.M.
Susanne Jones thanked bus drivers.
Richard Thomas stated that the Board was looking in on several items, including concerns of bus drivers and Title I employees.
Agenda Item #17 - Consider a motion to enter into Executive Session under LA R.S. 42.6.1A (1) to discuss a personnel matter (Richard Thomas).
It was moved by Susanne Jones, seconded by Hayward Boone, that the Board enter into Executive Session under LA R.S. 42.6.1A (1) to discuss a personnel matter. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item # 18 - Consider a motion to return to regular session.
It was moved by Bruce Brown, seconded by Freddie Jefferson, that the Board return to regular session. Motion carried unanimously.
It was moved by Hayward Boone, to allow employee to use 2 days per week sick leave to attend law school. Motion failed without a second.
It was moved by Matthew Tate, seconded by Freddie Jefferson, to accept recommendation of Superintendent Fowler to allow employee to use sick leave beginning October 4, 2004 until exhausted and then to apply for extended sick leave according to school board policy with doctor verification. Attorney Wayne Kuhn stated that this was in accordance with normal school board procedure. Employee will be docked for days absent in September. Motion carried unanimously.
Agenda Item #19 - Consider a motion to adjourn.
It was moved by Matthew Tate, seconded by Bruce Brown, that the Board adjourn. Motion carried unanimously.
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Richard N. Thomas, Jr., President
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Dennie Fowler, Secretary