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DATE, TIME, PLACE OF MEETING
The Calcasieu Parish School Board met in the Conference Room of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, located at 1732 Kirkman Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70601, on Tuesday, September 8, 2009, at 4:45 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Elray Victorian, President. The prayer was led by Mack Dellafosse. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Kathryn Leonards, a student at Bell City High School.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called and the following members were present: Joe Andrepont, Annette Ballard, Dale Bernard, Randy Burleigh, Mack Dellafosse, Clara Duhon, Chad Guidry, Fred Hardy, Bill Jongbloed, James Karr, Bryan LaRocque, Jimmy Pitre, and Elray Victorian, R.L. Webb.
Mr. Breaux arrived after the roll was called. .
MINUTES APPROVED
On a motion by Mr. Karr and seconded by Mr. Webb, the Minutes of the regular meeting of August 4, 2009 were approved.
On a motion by Mr. Dellafosse and a second by Mr. Guidry, the Supplemental Agenda was accepted as a part of the Regular Agenda, by unanimous vote.
PRESENTATIONS
Danielle Edwards, a Partnership Specialist with the U.S. Census Bureau, spoke regarding the importance of a complete and accurate count in the 2010 Census.
PERSONNEL PACKET/EXECUTIVE SESSION
The Board did not adjourn into Executive Session.
PERSONNEL PACKET/TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
Mr. Anderson asked for a motion to accept the Personnel Packet, as presented. On a motion by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Webb, the motion carried.
Mr. Anderson asked for a motion supporting the following recommendations:
Tiffany Washington as Temporary Assistant Principal at Pearl Watson Elementary School; on a motion by Mrs. Duhon and second by Mr. Dellafosse, the motion carried.
Lori Bertrand as Temporary Assistant Principal at St. John Elementary School; on a motion by Mr. Jongbloed and second by Mr. Bernard, the motion carried.
Stacey Smith as Temporary Assistant Principal at Drost Special School; on a motion by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Breaux, the motion carried.
Charlotte Flores as Administrative Intern at D.S. Perkins Elementary School; on a motion by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
Gwendolyn Pullard as Temporary Assistant Principal at Vinton Middle School; on a motion by Mr. Guidry and second by Mr. Karr, the motion carried.
Russell Abshire as Temporary Assistant Principal at Bell City High School; on a motion by Mr. Breaux and second by Mr. Webb, the motion carried.
Saberly O’Quain as Temporary Assistant Principal at Maplewood Middle School; on a motion by Mr. Breaux and second by Mr. Burleigh, the motion carried.
Ginger Pearson as Nursing Coordinator; on a motion by Mr. LaRocque and second by Mr. Webb, the motion carried.
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
(The following items are included as part of the legal Minutes, available for viewing at 3310 Broad Street)
A. Right of Way, Entergy Gulf States – Underground Primary to Cypress Cove School
On a motion to approve by Mr. Guidry and seconded by Mr. Burleigh, the motion carried.
B. Right of Way, Entergy Gulf States – Overhead Primary to Cypress Cove School
On a motion to approve by Mr. Guidry and seconded by Mr. Burleigh, the motion carried.
C. Cooperative Agreement Between Community Center/Playground District 1, Ward 6 and CPSB
On a motion to approve by Mr. Guidry and seconded by Mr. Burleigh, the motion carried.
BID REPORTS
A. S. J. Welsh Middle School – Roof Replacement of Boys and Girls Locker Room/General Funds/Bid Number 2010-02PC
On a motion to approve by Mr. Burleigh and second by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried.
B. New Electrical Service Entrance and Main Distribution Panel Upgrade for Westlake High School/District #23 Funds/Bid Number 2010-01PC
On a motion to approve by Mr. Burleigh and second by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried.
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
A. Gasoline and Diesel Fuel for CPSB Vehicles, Maintenance and Transportation Department/General Funds
On a motion to approve by Mrs. Duhon and second by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
B. Bulk Engine Oil for CPSB/General Funds
On a motion to approve by Mrs. Duhon and second by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
C. School Buses for CPSB Transportation Department/General Funds
On a motion to approve by Mrs. Duhon and second by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
D. Tires for CPSB Transportation Department/General Funds
On a motion to approve by Mrs. Duhon and second by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
E. E. K. Key Elementary School – Roofing Replacement and Exterior Masonry Repairs/District #30 Bond Funds
On a motion to approve by Mr. Burleigh and second by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
F. LeBlanc Middle School – Roofing Replacement and Exterior Masonry Repairs/District #30 Bond Funds
On a motion to approve by Mr. Burleigh and second by Mr. Andrepont, the motion carried.
CORRESPONDENCE
A. Change Order Number Two (2) for the Project, “New Administration, Classrooms, and Library Facility at S.P. Arnett Middle School,” District #23 Bond Funds; Bid #2009-10PC; King Architects, Inc., Designer; Pat Williams Construction, Contractor; Increase of $81,403.55 and Increase of twenty one (21) days.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Burleigh and second by Mr. Breaux, the motion carried.
B. Change Order Number Fourteen (14) for the Project, “CPSB Relocation Phase II,” Project #0603-II; Bid Number 2008-01PC; Randy M. Goodloe, AIA, Architect; Alfred Palma, LLC, Contractor; Increase of $31,996.00 and Increase of eleven (11) days.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Webb and second by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried.
C. Recommendation of Acceptance for the Project, “ Relocation of CPSB Facilities Phase II,” Project #0603-II; General Funds; Randy M. Goodloe, AIA, Designer; Alfred Palma, LLC, Contractor;
On a motion to approve by Mr. Webb and second by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried.
D. Beneficial Occupancy; Relocation of CPSB Facilities Phase II; 2008001 PC; Project #0603II; Randy M. Goodloe, AIA, Designer; Alfred Palma, LLC, Contractor.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Webb and second by Mrs. Duhon, the motion carried.
E. Change Order Number Three (3) for the Project, “Repairs and Improvements to W. T. Henning Elementary School; District #30 Bond Funds; 2009-14PC; Randall D. Broussard, Architect; Paul Jackson & Son, Inc.; Increase of $27,014.00.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
F. Beneficial Occupancy; Repairs and Improvements to W. T. Henning Elementary School; District #30 Bond Funds; 2009-14PC; Randall D. Broussard, Architect; Paul Jackson & Son, Inc., Contractor.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
G. Change Order Number Five (5) for the Project, “Additions and Improvements to W.W. Lewis Middle School,” District #30 Bond Funds; Bid #2009-04PC; C.R. Fugatt, AIA, Architect; Miller & Associates Dev. Co., Inc., Contractor; Increase of $40,375.00.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
H. Change Order Number Six (6) for the Project, “Additions and Improvements to W.W. Lewis Middle School, “ District #30 Bond Funds; 2009-04PC; C.R. Fugatt, AIA, Designer; Miller & Associates Dev. Co., Inc., Contractor; Increase of $12,900.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
I. Change Order Number Seven (7) for the Project, “Additions and Improvements to Frasch Elementary, Sulphur 9th Grade, W.W. Lewis Middle School,” District #30 Bond Funds; Bid #2008-08PC; C.R. Fugatt, AIA, Designer; Priola Construction Corp., Contractor; Increase of $4,840.00.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
J. Change Order Number Three (3) for the Project, “Additions and Renovations to R. W. Vincent Elementary School,” District #30 Bond Funds; Bid #2009- 13PC; Randall D. Broussard, Architect; Alfred Palma, LLC., Contractor; Increase of $11, 421.00 and Increase of twelve (12) days.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
K. Change Order Number Two (2) for the Project, “New Restroom at Matt Walker Memorial Stadium, Sulphur High School,” District #30 Bond Funds; Bid #2009-16PC; Randall D. Broussard, Architect; K&S Construction, LLC., Contractor; Increase of $17,105.85 and Increase of fifteen (15) days.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
L. Beneficial Occupancy; Phase I Additions and Renovations to Alonzo LeBlanc Middle School and Drost School for Exceptional Children; Project #EA 2007- 21; Ellender Architects & Associates, LLC., Architect; Pat Williams Construction, Inc., Contractor.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
M. Recommendation of Acceptance for the Project, “New Girls’ Batting Cage Facility at Westlake High School,” Bid #2009-08PC; District #23 Bond Funds; King Architects, Inc., Designer; Lewing Construction, Inc., Contractor.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
N. Recommendation of Acceptance for the Project, “Sam Houston High School Renovations to Main Classroom Wing,” Sales Tax District #3; Bid #2008- 08PC; Moss Architects, Inc., Designer; John D. Myers & Associates, Inc., Contractor.
O. Beneficial Occupancy, Sam Houston High School; Connecting Commons Addition; Project MAO409F; Moss Architects, Inc., Architect; Sam Istre Construction Company, Inc., Contractor.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
P. Change Order Number Two (2) for the Project, “Phase I Alonzo LeBlanc Middle School and Drost School for Exceptional Children, Additions and Renovations,” Project #EA 2007-21; Ellender Architects & Associates, LLC, Designer; Pat Williams Construction, Inc., Contractor; Increase of $58,528.15.
On a motion to approve by Mr. Andrepont and second by Mr. Guidry, the motion carried.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
Mr. Savoy reported on the following:
Evan Powell, a student at Sam Houston High School, regarding his playing in the 16U Team USA baseball team
Dr. Sheryl Abshire, regarding her receiving the 2009 Blackboard Catalyst Award
Thank you to Charles Sellers and Karen Bryant, regarding their in-service presentation to the Jeff Davis Parish bus drivers
CONDOLENCES AND RECOGNITIONS
Mr. Hardy asked for condolence letters to the families of Joel Brown, Carl Hanchey, and Evelyn Thompson.
Mr. Bernard asked for condolence letters to the families of Evelyn Thompson and Ed Wamsley, Jr.
Mr. Dellafosse and Mrs. Duhon asked for a letter of condolence to the family of Joel Brown.
Mr. Andrepont asked that the Board keep the father of Billy Breaux in their prayers.
Mrs. Ballard congratulated the staff on the Harry Wong presentation.
Mr. Burleigh asked for a letter of condolence to the family of Andy Buller.
Mrs. Duhon asked for a letter of condolence to Herman Weston, at the loss of his mother. She asked for a letter of recognition to Ms. Moses at Molo Middle, for her honor by the Keep America Beautiful Association.
Mr. Webb asked for condolence letters to the families of Ed Wamsley, Jr. and Andy Buller.
Mr. Karr reported that a group of students from DeQuincy Elementary School won second place in a state-wide anti-litter contest.
Mr. Jongbloed commended the staff on the new Central Office building.
Mr. Hardy thanked Mrs. Hicks for the brochures on all of the elementary schools.
COMMITTEE ITEMS
Mr. Hardy asked for the plans from last year concerning the one star schools and the plans for this year, especially in relation to certified teachers and the disparity in technology. He asked for information on Reynaud Middle School.
Mr. Dellafosse asked for information regarding Administrative Interns. He asked for information regarding kindergarten classroom size and student/teacher ratio in first and second grade classrooms.
Mr. Andrepont asked that Johnson Controls be discussed at the Budget Committee.
Mr. Burleigh asked for information regarding keeping air conditioning on in classrooms vs the cost to deal with mold.
Mrs. Duhon asked to see the new travel policy.
Mr. Webb wanted to discuss the enrollment figures for kindergarten classrooms.
SCHEDULE COMMITTEES
Budget Committee, September 29, 2009….4:45 p.m.
On a motion to adjourn by Mr. Hardy and second by Mr. Burleigh, the meeting adjourned at 5:34 p.m.
____________________________ ___________________________ Elray Victorian, President Wayne Savoy, Secretary
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