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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, on Tuesday, December 5, 2000. The meeting was called to order by Wilridge P. Doucet, President. The prayer was led by Clara F. Duhon; Mr. Doucet led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called and the following members were present: Joe A. Andrepont, Randall C. Armentor, Ricky Blackwell, Wilridge P. Doucet, Clara F. Duhon, Jay L. Duhon, Carla C. Duplechin, John M. Falgout, L. J. "Berk" Fontenot, James W. Karr, Sr., Sheral A. LaVergne, James W. Pitre, Gregory P. Robert, Philip Tarver and Elray T. Victorian.
MINUTES APPROVED
On motion by Mr. Andrepont, seconded by J. Duhon and unanimously carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of November 14, 2000, were approved. On motion by Mr. Blackwell, seconded by C. Duhon and unanimously carried, the minutes of the Special Called Meeting of November 20, 2000 were approved.
Mr. Robert asked that the minutes reflect that his absence at the November 20, 2000 special called meeting was due to his being out of the country. Mrs. Duplechin requested that the minutes reflect that her absence at the November 14, 2000 meeting was due to her attendance at a conference.
RECOGNIZE SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVES
Mr. Doucet recognized representatives present from the following schools: Vinton Elementary, College Oaks Elementary, Fairview Elementary, Vinton Middle and Vinton High Schools.
PRESENTATIONS
Calcasieu Association of Educators
Mark Hayes, President of the Calcasieu Association of Educators informed the Board of several awards received by Calcasieu Parish employees or individuals at the recent Louisiana Association of Educators Convention.
Mr. Hayes introduced Carol David, President of the Louisiana Association of Educators.
Ms. David thanked the Board for allowing LAE to make their presentations. She stated that categories were employee qualifications, student achievement and community support and that Calcasieu Parish had winners in each of the categories.
LAE Friend of Education
The first presentation was made to Billy Navarre who was selected for the Friend of Education Award. She said that Mr. Navarre supported the schools and education in a variety of ways.
Mr. Navarre received a plaque for the award.
Mr. Navarre then addressed the Board saying that it was a tremendous honor to have been selected to receive the LAE Friend of Education Award. He thanked all teachers, administrators and support personnel. Mr. Navarre stated that he had a tremendous respect for educators who do more for our society than anyone else. He extended his thanks on behalf of every successful businessperson for all educators have done, for what a great job they do. He again said it was an honor to be made a friend of the most important group of people in our society today, the educators.
Pride in Communications
Ms. David then announced the second place winner in the Pride in Communications Contest for large daily newspapers as Cliff Sieber, Education Reporter for the Lake Charles American Press.
LAE Art Awards
Mr. Hayes announced the LAE Art Awards winners. Second place winner was Derrick Arnaud from College Oaks Elementary School. Kayla Ruffin from Ralph Wilson Elementary was the first place winner.
LAE Teacher Image Award
Mr. Hayes introduced Judy Ellis, Teacher at DeQuincy Elementary School as the recipient of the Louisiana Association of Educators Teacher Image Award.
LAE ESP Image Award
Mr. Hayes announced Patricia Thomas as the LAE ESP Image Award.
Amend Agenda
A motion to amend the agenda was made by C. Duhon, seconded by Ms. LaVergne and unanimously carried.
Mrs. Duhon then moved, seconded by Ms. LaVergne and unanimously carried, to adopt the following Resolution presented by the Calcasieu Association of Educators:
YELLOW RIBBON RESOLUTION
WHEREAS, the Louisiana Association of Educators believes that adequate compensation is essential to the continued improvement of student achievement and teacher quality; and
WHEREAS, for student test scores to continue to rise, there must be certified teachers in each classroom; and
WHEREAS, the educational support personnel play a vital role in the educational attainment of students and support the efforts of teachers; and
WHEREAS, the State of Louisiana is faced with a crisis level teacher shortage; and
WHEREAS, the State of Louisiana is near the bottom of state rankings in teacher salaries; and
WHEREAS, the future of our great state is dependent upon economic growth and a strong education system.
NOW, THEREFORE, on this 5th day of December in the year 2000, the Calcasieu Parish School Board joins with the Louisiana Association of Educators, the state’s largest school employee organization, to support the Yellow Ribbon Campaign in an effort to “shine the light” on the dismal conditions of school employee salaries and to request that Governor Mike Foster call a Legislative Special Session to address the issue of school employee salaries and ask all citizens to join together to support this initiative.
/s/Jude W. Theriot /s/Wilridge P. Doucet Jude W. Theriot, Secretary Wilridge P. Doucet, President Calcasieu Parish School Board Calcasieu Parish School Board
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Budget/Fiscal Management Committee
Ms. LaVergne, Chair, reported that the Budget/Fiscal Management Committee met on Tuesday, November 28, 2000; a quorum was present.
The first order of business was the Oath of Office for Philip Tarver, filling the vacancy in District 6 created by G. Michael “Mike” Canaday’s resignation.
A motion was made, seconded and carried to have staff present a premium structure from which the Insurance Committee could reference if the need arose to increase premiums.
Ms. LaVergne moved, on behalf of the Committee to have staff devise a premium structure that the Insurance Committee could reference if a need arose to increase premiums. Motion carried unanimously.
Jude W. Theriot, Superintendent, addressed the Committee regarding the possibility of a supplemental employee paycheck. He requested that the Committee consider approval of a supplement of $600 for employees based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule and $350 for all employees not based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule. He stated that new monies had been received from the state and he would like to show that the monies were spent 100% toward teacher and support personnel pay. The supplement, if approved, would move the teachers to 24th in the state. Several funding possibilities were discussed. One option was that it could come from unreserved/undesignated general fund reserves currently at $12,273,201 as of June 30, 2000. Another funding source could include excess MFP funds from the state, estimated at $1,433,969, in addition to sales taxes collected but not yet budgeted at 10/31/00, totaling $1,080,112, for a total excess unbudgeted revenue source of $2,514,081. The following supplemental options were presented:
1. $600 supplement for employees based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule and $350 for employees not based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule. 2. $500 for employees based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule and $250 for employees not based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule.
Staff suggested that all active employees, employed as of November 15, 2000, receive the supplement and all part-time employees working four hours or less receive + the supplement. Staff also suggested that the supplement be issued as a separate check on December 20, 2000. The Board was advised by Karl Bruchhaus, Chief Financial Officer, that implementation of the one-time pay supplement should not cause the Board to be in any worse position financially at the end of the year than they were at the beginning of the year barring any catastrophic happening.
A motion was made and seconded, to provide a one-time supplement of $600 for employees based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule and $350 for employees not based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule, to be funded from unbudgeted revenues.
A substitute motion was made and seconded to recommend that Option 2 be given as a one-time supplement from unbudgeted revenues. This option provided for a $500 supplement for employees based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule and $250 for employees not based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule, to be funded from unbudgeted revenues.
After further discussion, the substitute motion
was voted on and failed for lack of a majority. Mr. Armentor then moved and was seconded by Mr. Tarver, to dedicate all excess MFP funds above the $1.4 million received for an additional supplement to employees for this fiscal year. Motion failed for lack of a majority.
The original motion, that all active employees employed as of November 15, 2000, receive a one-time supplement of $600 for employees based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule and $350 for employees not based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule, to be funded from unbudgeted revenues, and all part-time employees working four hours or less receive + of the appropriate supplement was then voted on and carried unanimously.
Ms. LaVergne moved, on behalf of the Committee to approve the motion, “that all active employees, employed as of November 15, 2000, receive a one-time supplement of $600 for employees based on the Teachers’ Salary Schedule and $350 for employees not based on the Teachers’
Salary Schedule, and all part-time employees working four hours or less receive + of the appropriate supplement”, all to be funded from unbudgeted revenues. Motion was voted on and carried unanimously.
Tax sheltered investment products was the next item of discussion. A motion was made, seconded and approved granting permission to advertise for Request for Proposals for third party monitoring of the tax-sheltered investment process to be brought back to the Board for final approval.
Ms. LaVergne moved, on behalf of the Committee to approve permission to advertise for Request for Proposals for third party monitoring of the tax-sheltered investment process to be brought back to the Board for final approval. Motion carried unanimously.
Ms. LaVergne then moved, on behalf of the Committee to approve a Cooperative Agreement with the Calcasieu Parish School Board and the City of Lake Charles to donate six surplus used computers for use in computer classes at Clifton Community Center. Motion carried unanimously.
School audits were presented by Charles Duhon, Internal Auditor. He advised the Committee that all audits were in compliance.
Ms. LaVergne moved, on behalf of the Committee to approve the audits as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
College Street T & I – Facility Upgrade
Karl Bruchhaus, Chief Financial Officer,
presented a cost estimate for the College Street T & I Facility Upgrade. Cost
for the Auto Shop with restroom would be: Building – 70 x 60 x $65.00 =
$273,000; Canopy – 70 x 20 x $20.00 = $28,000; Electrical and Mechanical -
$35,000, for a total cost of $336,000.00. Cost for a Carpentry Shop (Alternate
No. 1) would be: Building – 70 x 60 x $65.00 = $273,000; Canopy – 70 x 20 x
$20.00 = $28,000.00, for a total cost of $301,000.00. Cost for the Computer Shop
(Alternate No. 2) would be: Building – 45 x 60 x $62.00 = $170,000; Canopy – 20
x 45 x $20.00 = $18,000, for a total cost of $188,000.00. Grand total for the
entire project would be: Building - $825,000.00; Drive - $15,000.00; Fencing -
$5,000.00, for a total of $845,000.00. Mr. Victorian moved and was seconded by Mrs. Duplechin to approve the College Street T & I Facility Upgrade.
Roger Creel, Supervisor of Vocational Education, addressed the Board regarding the needs at the T & I Facility. He stated that the primary focus at this time was in the Auto Tech classes but there were also needs in the Carpentry and Computer classes. In order for students in the auto mechanics to become NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) certified in four areas, those being, suspension & steering, brakes, engine performance and electrical/electronic systems, there was a dire need for a facility upgrade. Mr. Creel said that equipment for the project could be provided through federal funds.
Several Board members expressed concerns that the process should have been taken to the Budget/Fiscal Management Committee prior to it being presented to the full Board.
James Spruel, Legal Counsel, advised the Board not to put a dollar amount on the advertisement.
After discussion, Mr. Falgout presented a substitute motion, seconded by C. Duhon, to advertise for bids for the Phase I facility upgrade for the College Street T & I Auto Mechanics Shop with Phase II and III being referred to the Budget/Fiscal Management Committee.
The following cost estimates for the projects are:
Auto Shop with Restroom Building - $273,000 Canopy - $28,000 Electrical & Mechanical - $35,000
Total Cost - $336,000
After further discussion, Mr. Pitre moved to amend the substitute motion to set aside $336,000 for the Auto Mechanics facility upgrade from Riverboat funds and send the item to the Budget/Fiscal Management Committee for discussion. After a brief discussion, Mr. Pitre withdrew his amendment.
Substitute motion, to advertise for bids for the Phase I facility upgrade for the College Street T & I Auto Mechanics Shop with Phase II and III being referred to the Budget/Fiscal Management Committee, was then voted on and carried by majority vote.
Election of Board Officers – 2001
Mrs. Duplechin moved to act upon the election of officers after executive session; Mr. Andrepont seconded the motion.
Motion was voted on and failed for lack of a
majority vote. YEA: Mrs. Duplechin, Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Tarver, and Mr.
Blackwell. NAY: Mr. Armentor, Ms. LaVergne, Mrs. Duhon, Mr. Robert, Mr. Falgout,
Mr. Pitre, Mr. Karr, Mr. Duhon, Mr. Victorian and Mr. Fontenot. Mr. Doucet opened the floor for nominations for the office of President of the Calcasieu Parish School Board for 2001.
C. Duhon placed Sheral LaVergne’s name in place
for President of the Board for 2001. Mr. Karr moved that the nominations cease and Ms. LaVergne be elected by acclamation. No second was necessary; Ms. LaVergne was elected as Board President for 2001, by acclamation.
Mr. Doucet opened the floor for nominations for the office Vice President of the Calcasieu Parish School Board for 2001.
Mr. Victorian placed Mr. Falgout’s name in place for Vice-President of the Board for 2001.
Mr. Victorian moved that the nominations be closed and Mr. Falgout be elected by acclamation. No second was necessary; Mr. Falgout was elected for Board Vice President for 2001 by acclamation.
BID REPORTS
Chiller Replacement – Western Heights & Westwood Elementary Schools
The following bids were received for the Project: Chiller Replacement – Western Heights and Westwood Elementary Schools; SD#23 – Bond Funds; Bid #2001-08PC:
CONTRACTOR BASE BID #1 BASE BID #2 TOTAL
A. K. Newlin $137,369 $140,118 $277,487
Calcasieu Mechanical $134,400 $134,400 $268,800
Trouth A/C $148,640 $152,140 $300,780
Vitello, Inc. $171,660 $176,519 $348,179
On motion by Ms. LaVergne, seconded by C. Duhon and unanimously carried, the contract was awarded to Calcasieu Mechanical Base Bid in the amount of Two Hundred Sixty Eight Thousand Eight Hundred and No/100-----Dollars ($268,800), as the lowest qualified bidder.
Note: Base Bid #1 – Western Heights Elementary School Base Bid #2 – Westwood Elementary School
Library Books for the Calcasieu Parish Schools
The following bids were received for Library Books for the Calcasieu Parish Schools, General Fund; Bid #2001-024:
VENDOR NAME BID PRICE
Econo-Clad Books $101,679.09 (Topeka, KS) (Did not meet specifications)
Brodart, Inc. $105,136.89 (Williamsport, PA)
Grolier Publication $ 96,252.07 (Danbury, CT) (Did not meet specifications)
Baker & Taylor Co. $105,877.29 (Charlotte, NC)
Follett Library Resources $104,825.14 (McHenry, IL)
Supreme Company $117,450.92 (Lafayette, LA)
On motion by J. Duhon, seconded by Mr. Victorian and unanimously carried, the low bid meeting specifications was awarded to Follett Library Resources in the amount of One Hundred Four Thousand, Eight Hundred Twenty-Five and 14/100-------------Dollars ($104,825.14), as the lowest qualified bidder.
Audio/Visual Equipment for Calcasieu Parish Schools 2000-2001 Second School Session The following bids were received for Audio/Visual Equipment for Calcasieu Parish Schools 2000-2001 Second School Session; Bid #2001-28; General Funds: C & C Audio-Visual, Gaylord Brothers, Highsmith Company, Inc., Long’s Electronics, Tri-States Video Systems, Troxell Communications, Micro Warehouse, Inc., Valiant, IMC, Ellison Educational Equipment, Video Service, Company., Media for Education, Classroom Direct, ASI Office Systems, Aves Audio Visual System.
On motion by J. Duhon, seconded by Mr. Victorian and unanimously carried, the low bid meeting specifications for each item was approved as follows:
VENDOR NAME BID PRICE
Troxell Communications, Inc. $ 7,503.80 (Baton Rouge, LA)
Aves Audio Visual Systems, Inc. 1,675.00 (Houston, TX)
C & C Audio Visual & Video 342.20 (Lake Charles, LA)
Media for Education 499.00 (Alexandria, LA)
Highsmith Company, Inc. 2,809.75 (Fort Atkinson, WI)
Ellison Educational Equipment 2,152.00 (Lake Forest, CA)
Valiant, IMC 2,830.23 (S Hackensack, NJ)
Micro Warehouse, Inc. 12,301.55 (South Norwalk, CT)
Long’s Electronics 4,595.49 (Irondale, AL)
Tri-State Video Systems 334.00 (Shreveport, LA)
Video Services of America 3,812.04 (Lincoln, NE)
Gaylord Brothers 149.95 (Syracuse, NY)
ASI Office Systems 1,095.00 (Lake Charles, LA)
TOTAL $ 40,100.01
Janitorial Supplies for Calcasieu Parish Schools
Bids were received from the following vendors for Janitorial Supplies for Calcasieu Parish Schools; General Funds: A to Z Paper Company, Inc., Graybar Electric Company, Hill Harris & Company, R B Paper & Chemical Company, Tri-Star Marketing, Inc., Xpedex Company, Longs Preferred Products, Economical Janitorial & Paper, Grainger Industrial Supply, Southwest Bar Needs.
On motion by J. Duhon, seconded by Mr. Victorian and unanimously carried, the low bid for each item meeting specifications was awarded as follows:
VENDOR BID PRICE
Economical Janitorial & Paper $26,674.93 (Kenner, LA)
A to Z Paper Company, Inc. $23,145.00 (New Orleans, LA)
Graybar Electric Company $ 4,105.76 (Lake Charles, LA)
Grainger Industrial Supply $ 2,110.08 (Sulphur, LA)
Tri-Star Marketing $ 184.80 (Lafayette, LA)
Southwest Bar Needs $ 4,135.20 (Lake Charles, LA)
Epedx Company $ 837.00 (Alexandria, LA)
Longs Preferred Products $ 675.00 (Alexandria, LA)
TOTAL $61,867.77
R. D. Molo Middle School, SD#31
The following bids were received on the project: R. D. Molo Middle School; SD#31 Bond Funds; Bid #2001-10PC:
CONTRACTOR BASE BID #1 ALT. A ALT B.
Bessette Development $4,095,000 $25,117 $16,269
Hab Karam Const. $4,147,000 $26,000 $46,400
Lewing Const. $4,512,000 $29,145 $36,000
Miller & Associates $4,170,000 $25,000 $26,500
Charles Miller $4,420,000 $24,800 $43,000
Alfred Palma $3,979,000 $23,900 $32,900
Picheloup Const. $4,314,228 $25,888 $20,888
Priola Const. $4,064,000 $25,600 $19,900
On motion by Ms. LaVergne, seconded by Mr. Victorian and unanimously carried, the low bid meeting specifications was awarded to Alfred Palma, Inc., Base Bid only in the amount of Three Million Nine Hundred Seventy Nine Thousand and No/100-----------Dollars ($3,979,000.00)
NOTE: Alt A: (ADD) Provide sand-cushioned terrazzo floors in certain areas designated on plans in lieu of floors specified in base bid.
NOTE: Alt B: (ADD) Provide reinforced concrete paving at parking areas in lieu of asphalt paving specified.
CORRESPONDENCE
Change Order #3 - Gymnasium Reroofing at Westlake High, SD#23
On motion by Mr. Blackwell, seconded by Mrs. Duplechin and unanimously carried, Change Order #3 for the Project: Gymnasium Reroofing at Westlake High School, SD#23 Bond Funds; for an increase of $3,420; King Architects, Inc., Architect; Miller & Associates, Contractor; was approved.
Change Order #2 – Roofing & Miscellaneous Improvements to S. P. Arnett Middle, SD#23
On motion by Mr. Blackwell, seconded by Mrs. Duplechin and unanimously carried, Change Order #2 for the Project: Roofing & Miscellaneous Improvements to S. P. Arnett Middle School, SD#23 Bond Funds; for an increase of $23,580; King Architects, Inc., Architect; Morgan Roofing Company, Contractor; was approved.
Change Order #1 - Phase II-Maplewood Middle School Heating, Ventilating &Air Conditioning, SD#23
On motion by Mr. Blackwell, seconded by Mrs. Duplechin and unanimously carried, Change Order #1 for the Project: Phase II-Maplewood Middle School Heating, Ventilating & Air Conditioning, SD#23 Bond Funds; for an increase of $25,416.70 and 30 days; H. Curtis Vincent-Steven D. Shows, Architects; Albert K. Newlin, Inc., Contractor, was approved.
Change Order #1 – Renovations & Additions to Ralph Wilson Elementary School, SD#31 Bond Funds
On motion by C. Duhon, seconded by Mr. Robert and unanimously carried, Change Order #1 for the Project: Renovations & Additions to Ralph Wilson Elementary School, SD#31 Bond Funds; for a change in painting contractor from KK & B Industries to Bantam Enterprises; Moss Architects, Designer; Hab Karam Construction, Inc., was approved.
Change Order #4 – Miscellaneous Improvements to Westlake High School, SD#31 Bond Funds
On motion by Mr. Blackwell, seconded by Mr. Andrepont and unanimously carried, Change Order #4 for the Project: Miscellaneous Improvements to Westlake High School, SD#23 Bond Funds; for an increase of $4,766; King Architects, Architects; Alfred Palma, Inc., Contractor, was approved.
Beneficial Occupancy for the Project: Calcasieu Parish Classroom Pods – Phase II (2, 6 & 8) – Riverboat Funds – Brentwood Elementary School
On motion by Mr. Victorian, seconded by J. Duhon and unanimously carried, Beneficial Occupancy for the Project: Calcasieu Parish Classroom Pods – Phase II (2, 6 &8) – Riverboat Funds – Brentwood Elementary School; C. R. Fugatt, AIA, Architect; Miller & Associates, Inc., Contractor, was approved.
Beneficial Occupancy for the Project: Calcasieu Parish Classroom Pods – Phase II (2, 6 & 8) – Riverboat Funds – Henry Heights Elementary School
On motion by Mr. Victorian, seconded by J. Duhon and unanimously carried, Beneficial Occupancy for the Project: Calcasieu Parish Classroom Pods – Phase II (2, 6 &8) – Riverboat Funds – Henry Heights Elementary School; C. R. Fugatt, AIA, Architect; Miller & Associates, Inc., Contractor, was approved.
SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
In Appreciation
Correspondence was received from US Army Retired Colonel Don Ladner who is Chairman for the School/Educational Committee/The Vietnam Veterans Wall Experience.
Colonel Ladner expressed his appreciation and thanks to principals and teachers for their support of The Wall Experience and the Educational Contest associated with it. He also thanked the students who participated in the contest. Dolby Elementary had two winners from Ginger Durio’s class.
Superintendent’s 2000 Christmas Cards
Mr. Theriot announced the winners and honorable mention winners of the Superintendent’s Christmas Card contest whose cards were posted on the west wall of the Board Room.
ANNOUNCEMENTS/REQUESTS
Mr. Armentor wished everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. He said he was looking forward to working with everyone in the new year.
Mr. Pitre inquired as to how long a bond issue had to be announced in advance of the election; Mr. Bruchhaus told him it was 60-75 days.
Mr. Duhon announced that the Insurance Committee’s first meeting was held and they were off to a good start.
Mrs. Duhon wished all a Merry Christmas and reminded each to keep Christ in Christmas. She congratulated Ms. LaVergne and Mr. Falgout on their election to the offices of President and Vice-President respectively. Mrs. Duhon requested a letter of condolence to the family of Vera Thibodeaux. She announced that the French classes at one of the schools in her district were doing a promotional flyer for Subway. She stated she was proud to have French in Calcasieu Parish Schools.
Mr. Fontenot requested a letter of condolence to be sent to Pat McManemin on the loss of her father.
Mr. Robert congratulated all athletic teams who were in the playoffs.
Ms. LaVergne thanked the Board members for their vote of confidence in electing her to the office of President of the Board for 2001. She wished each one a Merry Christmas. Ms. LaVergne requested a letter of congratulations to Washington/Marion High School for winning the Mayor’s Cleanest School Contest.
Mr. Falgout thanked the Board for their vote of confidence in electing him to the office of Vice-President of the Board for 2001.
Mr. Doucet requested a letter of congratulations to be sent to the Westlake High School football coaches and team for reaching the semi-finals in their athletic district. He thanked all Board members for their cooperation and confidence during his tenure as President. Mr. Doucet then wished all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
SCHEDULE STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Budget/Fiscal Management – Tuesday, December 12, 2000 – 4:45 p.m. Curriculum & Instruction – Thursday, January 18, 2000 – 4:45 p.m. Insurance Committee – Thursday, December 14, 2000 – 4:45 p.m.
EXECUTIVE SESSION On motion by Mr. Fontenot, seconded by Mr. Armentor and unanimously carried, the Board went into Executive Session at 6:45 p.m. to discuss personnel matters. The Board resumed regular open session at 9:10 p.m. TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
Superintendent’s Contract Renewal
After a brief discussion with comments and concerns by various Board Members, Mr. Falgout moved and was seconded by Mr. Victorian, to renew the Superintendent’s contract for a two-year period.
Further discussion followed with Mr. Armentor making a motion to renew the Superintendent’s contract for a one-year period. Motion was seconded by Mr. Fontenot.
James Spruel, Legal Counsel reminded the Board that Mr. Armentor’s motion would be a substitute motion.
Substitute motion was then voted on and carried by majority vote. YEA: Mr. Armentor, Mr. Falgout, Ms. LaVergne, Mr. Robert, Mr. Fontenot, C. Duhon, Mr. Victorian and Mr. Doucet. NAY: Mrs. Duplechin, Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Tarver, Mr. Pitre, Mr. Karr, Mr. Blackwell, and J. Duhon. The Superintendent’s contract was renewed for a one-year period by an 8-7 vote.
Personnel
On motion by C. Duhon, seconded by Mr. Robert and unanimously carried, the following personnel changes, including the supplemental agenda items, were approved as recommended by the Superintendent:
Resignations
Daniel McCaully, Teacher, Lake Charles Boston High School, effective December 20, 2000; Tiffany Duhon, Teacher, Gillis Elementary, effective December 20, 2000; Pearl Stevens, Cafeteria Technician, Pearl Watson Elementary, effective October 31, 2000; J. W. Patterson, Janitor, DeQuincy High School, effective November 30, 2000; Dwayne Landry, Janitor, College Street T & I, effective November 28, 2000; Yvette Beaugh, Teacher, LeBlanc Middle, effective December 20, 2000; Eboni Oliver, Teacher, Fairview Elementary, effective January 11, 2001; Ruby Skinner, Teacher Aide, DeQuincy Elementary, effective December 20, 2000; Mary Lee, Teacher, Moss Bluff Middle, effective December 1, 2000; Donna Cespiva, Teacher, Barbe High, effective January 11, 2001; Denise Landry, Bus Driver, J. D. Clifton Elementary, effective January 2, 2001.
Retirement Notifications
Charles Nichols, Assistant Principal, J. I. Watson Middle, effective December 20, 2000; Carol Anderson, Teacher, Hospital/Homebound Department, effective November 30, 2000; Nancy Cooper, Teacher, DeQuincy High, effective January 1, 2001; Wayne Cespiva, Teacher, Barbe High, effective May 31, 2001; Jacquelyn Dupree, Teacher, Sulphur High, effective December 20, 2000.
Maternity Leave
Aimee Hamblen, Teacher, Henry Heights Elementary, beginning January 2, 2001 until February 15, 2001; Roxann Hicks, Teacher, Westwood Elementary, beginning April 1, 2001 until May 31, 2001; Janet Powell, Bus Driver, S. J. Welsh Middle, beginning March 3, 2001 until April 30, 2001; Dana Fagan, Teacher, S. P. Arnett Middle, beginning December 11, 2000 until February 5, 2001; Marie-Anne Duffeler, Teacher, Vinton Middle School, beginning December 8, 2000 until February 5, 2001.
Leave Without Pay
Matthew Greenman, Sweeper, St. John Elementary, beginning January 8 2001 until May 31, 2001.
Professional Development
Goldie Crockett, Teacher, Sam Houston High, fall semester of the 2001-2002 school session.
Performance Contract Recommendation
On motion by Mr. Armentor, seconded by Mr. Tarver and unanimously carried, a two-year performance contract was issued to Patricia Schooler, Acting Assistant Principal, J. I. Watson Middle School.
Meeting Adjourned
On motion by Mr. Falgout, seconded by Ms. LaVergne and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 10:10 p.m.
Jude W. Theriot, Secretary Sheral A. LaVergne, President |
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