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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, August 16, 2005, 4:45 p.m. The meeting was called to order by Joe Andrepont, President. The prayer was led by Mr. Duhon; Mr. Pitre led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
The roll was called and the following members were present: Joe A. Andrepont, Dale B. Bernard, Billy Breaux, Jay L. Duhon, John M. Falgout, Rev. J.L. Franklin, James W. Karr, Sr., Bryan LaRocque, Sheral A. LaVergne, James W. Pitre, Gregory P. Robert, Dr. Edward Stephens, and R.L. Webb.
Philip Tarver was absent.
Clara Duhon entered after the meeting convened.
MINUTES APPROVED
On motion by Mr. Duhon, seconded by Mr. Karr and carried, the minutes of the regular meeting of July 5, 2005, were approved with the following correction:
Correction to Minutes, Superintendent Selection Interview Guidelines, Page 3887
After discussion, Mr. Webb made a motion, seconded by Mr. Bernard, to adopt the guidelines as presented with the inclusion of: The applicants for superintendent will NOT be allowed to sit in on or otherwise observe any interview of the other candidates.
Supplemental Agenda
By general consent the Supplemental Agenda was included as part of the regular agenda.
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
By general consent Items VII A, B, and C, were placed prior to presentations.
Proces Verbal and Resolution Promulgating Election for the Purpose ofConstructing a School of Excellence for Grades Six Through Twelve
SEQ CHAPTER \h \r 1 Lake Charles, Louisiana August 16, 2005
The Parish School Board of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana met in regular public session at 4:45 o’clock p.m. on Tuesday, August 16, 2005, at the regular meeting place of said Board in the Calcasieu Parish School Board Office, Lake Charles, Louisiana, pursuant to the provisions of written notice given to each and every member thereof and duly posted in the manner required by law. President, Joe A. Andrepont, called the meeting to order and on roll call, the following members were present:
Joe A. Andrepont, Dale B. Bernard, Billy Breaux, Jay L. Duhon, John M. Falgout, Rev. J. L. Franklin, James W. Karr, Sr., Bryan LaRocque, Sheral A. LaVergne, James W. Pitre, Gregory P. Robert, Dr. Edward Stephens, and R. L.. Webb
ABSENT: Clara F. Duhon, Phillip Tarver
The meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results.
The President of the Board stated that one purpose of the meeting was for canvassing and tabulating the returns of an election held in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana on July 16, 2005, on the question of incurring debt and issuing bonds in an amount not exceeding $29,500,000, which bonds are to be retired with, paid from and secured by ad valorem taxes on all taxable property within the Parish, and thereupon presented the following proces verbal, which was adopted by the following vote:
YEAS: Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Bernard, Mr. Breaux, Mr. Duhon, Mr. Falgout, Rev. Franklin, Mr. Karr, Mr. LaRocque, Ms. LaVergne, Mr. Pitre, Mr. Robert, Dr. Stephens, and Mr. Webb
NAYS: None
PROCES VERBAL
BE IT KNOWN AND REMEMBERED that on this 16th day of August, 2005, at 4:45 o’clock p.m., in accordance with a resolution of the Calcasieu Parish School Board (the “Board”), adopted on April 12, 2005, and recorded in the records of said Board, notice of which meeting was issued and published according to law, the undersigned members of the Board, being a quorum thereof, met at the regular meeting place of the Board, and according to law examined the tabulation blanks, certificates and statements which were received from the Commissioners and Commissioners-in-Charge of the election held in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana on July 16, 2005, in accordance with said resolution, together with the transcription of the totals made by the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Parish Custodian of Voting Machines in and for Calcasieu Parish to determine the following proposition:
BOND PROPOSITION
SUMMARY: AUTHORITY FOR CALCASIEU PARISH SCHOOL BOARD, CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $29,500,000 OF 20-YEAR PUBLIC SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT BONDS FOR CONSTRUCTING A SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE FOR GRADES SIX THROUGH TWELVE IN CALCASIEU PARISH, SAID BONDS TO BE PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES.
Shall the Calcasieu Parish School Board, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana incur debt and issue bonds in an amount not exceeding $29,500,000 for a period not to exceed twenty (20) years from the date thereof, with interest at a rate not exceeding eight (8%) percent per annum, for the purpose of acquiring, constructing and erecting a School of Excellence for grades six through twelve located within Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public, which said bonds shall be retired with, paid from and secured by ad valorem taxes on all taxable property within the limits of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, sufficient in rate and amount to pay said bonds in principal and interest?
The results of said election proved to be as follows:
NUMBER OF VOTES IN NUMBER OF VOTES AGAINST PRECINCT FAVOR OF PROPOSITION PROPOSITION 160E 5 76 160W 4 36 161 9 59 162 2 286 163 23 144 164 3 44 165 17 174 166 11 230 167 14 158 260 34 43 261 8 50 262 15 58 300 27 77 301 9 57 302 32 22 303 13 60 304 14 56 305 11 58 306 84 105 307 9 19 308 22 48 309E 4 7 309W 10 36 310 37 44 311 8 18 312 27 90 313E 0 0 313W 11 19 314 47 44 315E 16 38 315W 43 42 316E 9 23 316W 10 18 317 21 34 318 14 34 319 16 27 320 20 55 321 26 52 322 33 60 323 20 54 324 14 49 325 65 135 326 55 114 327 11 28 328 34 89 329 5 68 330 25 34 331 40 86 332N 18 29 332S 25 45 333 76 151 334 24 73 335 27 89 336 14 75 337 36 120 338 68 113 339 55 167 360 11 45 361 2 23 362 28 145 363 75 224 364 34 76 365 13 59 366 5 58 367N 53 168 367S 22 41 368 31 151 369 27 72 370 28 96 371N 14 29 371S 55 96 400 8 94 401 2 63 402 3 67 403 21 149 404 29 198 405 34 200 406 12 130 407 16 138 408 26 115 440 20 68 441 22 69 460E 5 31 460W 6 67 461 5 63 462 8 8 463 17 87 464 15 93 465 4 23 466E 9 70 466W 23 127 467 10 61 468 13 102 469 3 60 560 0 49 561 1 36 562 1 26 600 10 98 601 4 21 602 3 83 603 8 30 660 7 146 661 7 62 662 7 47 663 4 25 664 6 55 700 6 20 701 8 15 702 9 69 703 1 34 760 6 31 761 5 39 762 0 15 800 15 26 801 17 63 860 30 123 861E 11 44 861W 6 21 Absentees 115 186 TOTALS 2,347 8,780
We therefore ascertained that the majority of qualified electors of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana qualified to vote under the Constitution and laws of the State of Louisiana voting in said election voted against the Bond Proposition.
At the same time and place, we did examine and canvass the returns as evidenced by said tabulation blanks, certificates, and statements received from the election Commissioners and Commissioners-in-Charge, the correctness of which were sworn to by the election Commissioners-in-Charge and Commissioners according to law, and our finding was that the returns indicated a majority voted against said proposition.
Therefore, we declare that the result of said election is against the Bond Proposition as stated above. In accordance with law, a resolution promulgating the aforesaid results was adopted, and the Secretary of the Board was ordered to have a copy of said resolution signed by the President and published in one issue of the Lake Charles American Press, a newspaper published in Calcasieu Parish and of general circulation in said Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
We did, likewise, order that one copy of this proces verbal be sent to the Secretary of State to be recorded in the archives of the State of Louisiana, and that one copy be sent to the Clerk of the District Court of Calcasieu Parish to be recorded in the mortgage records of said Parish and that one copy be filed in the archives of this Board. THUS DONE AND SIGNED in the presence of Sharon Allured and Charlene Chiasson , competent witnesses and qualified voters of Calcasieu Parish on this 16th day of August, 2005, at a regular meeting of the Board in Lake Charles, Louisiana, by the undersigned members of said Board present and participating in the canvass of said election.
WITNESSES: /s/ Sharon Allured /s/ Joe Andrepont , President
/S/ Charlene Chiasson /s/ Edward Stephens , V. President
/s/ James W. Pitre , Member
/s/ John Falgout , Member
/s/ James W. Karr, Sr. , Member
/s/ J. L. Duhon , Member
/s/ Rev. J. L. Franklin , Member
/s/ Bryan LaRocque , Member
/s/ Dale Bernard , Member
/s/ Gregory P. Robert , Member
/s/ Sheral A. LaVergne , Member
/s/ Billy Breaux , Member
/s/ R. L. Webb, Jr. , Member
The following resolution was thereupon introduced, and pursuant to a motion made by Mr. Bernard and seconded by Dr. Stephens, was adopted by the following vote:
YEAS: Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Bernard, Mr. Breaux, Mr. Duhon, Mr. Falgout, Rev. Franklin, Mr. Karr, Mr. LaRocque, Ms. LaVergne, Mr. Pitre, Mr. Robert, Dr. Stephens, and Mr. Webb
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION PROMULGATING THE RESULTS OF A SPECIAL BOND ELECTION HELD IN CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA ON JULY 16, 2005.
WHEREAS, on July 16, 2005, an election was held in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, to determine the proposition hereinafter set out;
WHEREAS, the returns of said election were canvassed by the Board according to law and notice duly given as provided by law, and the result of said election was declared to be against proposition;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Parish School Board of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, as follows:
SECTION 1. An election was held in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, on July 16, 2005, to determine the proposition hereinafter set out; that said election was duly and properly called by the Board by a resolution adopted on April 12, 2005, and recorded in the records of said Board, that notice of said election embracing all matters required by law to be contained therein was given by publication in the Southwest Daily News, a newspaper published in Sulphur, Louisiana, and of general circulation in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, on May 12, May 19, May 26, and June 2, 2005, the first of said publications being not less than 45 days nor more than 90 days prior to the date set for said election; that this Board did in said resolution designate the polling places for said election and did provide for the use of voting machines in the conduct of said election; that election officials were duly selected; that each election official received the certificate of instruction of the use of the voting machines and his duties in connection therewith as required by law; that the State Custodian of Voting Machines and the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Parish Custodian of Voting Machines of Calcasieu Parish made available on the day of the election at the polling places designated for the conduct of said election the necessary voting machines and all necessary equipment and paraphernalia required by law in connection with the use of voting machines at elections; that the Registrar of Voters and the Clerk of Court of Calcasieu Parish furnished to the election Commissioners and Commissioners-in-Charge copies of the precinct registers for each precinct or ward entitled to vote at such polling places; that the Louisiana Secretary of State prepared and certified the ballot used in the voting machines as required by law; that the proposition voted on in said election and as it appeared in said voting machine was in due form provided by law and the resolution adopted by this Board on April 12, 2005, calling said special election; that the results of said election were written on a large sheet of paper at said polling places, which sheet of paper was signed by each of the election officials designated to conduct such election at said polling places and which sheet was thereupon posted in public view at the polling places in accordance with law; that only qualified electors under the Constitution and laws of the State of Louisiana voted at said election; that the officials who served at said election were duly and properly appointed; that the places of all absent election officials were properly filled in accordance with law; that before opening the polls all election officials were properly sworn in accordance with law; that the polls at the voting places were opened at 6:00 a.m. and remained open and until not later than 8:00 p.m.; that after the closing of the polls the votes for and against the proposition were properly counted and tallied and the necessary tabulation blanks, certificates and statements were made by the election officials in accordance with law and the voting machines delivered to the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Custodian of Voting Machines in and for Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and a copy of the results of said election delivered to the Clerk of the District Court of Calcasieu Parish as required by Louisiana Revised Statutes 18:1190 E; that on July 19, 2005, that being the third day after said election the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Custodian of Voting Machines, after breaking the seals and opening the voting machines used in said election did transcript the totals for the proposition voted upon at said election; and that all things whatsoever required by law to be done in connection with the holding of said election were properly and duly performed in manner and form as required by Chapter 4 of Subtitle II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and the general election laws of the State of Louisiana.
SECTION 2. In said election the following proposition was defeated by a majority of the electors qualified to vote and voting in said election in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana:
BOND PROPOSITION
SUMMARY: AUTHORITY FOR CALCASIEU PARISH SCHOOL BOARD, CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $29,500,000 OF 20-YEAR PUBLIC SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT BONDS FOR CONSTRUCTING A SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE FOR GRADES SIX THROUGH TWELVE IN CALCASIEU PARISH, SAID BONDS TO BE PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES.
Shall the Calcasieu Parish School Board, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana incur debt and issue bonds in an amount not exceeding $29,500,000 for a period not to exceed twenty (20) years from the date thereof, with interest at a rate not exceeding eight (8%) percent per annum, for the purpose of acquiring, constructing and erecting a School of Excellence for grades six through twelve located within Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public, which said bonds shall be retired with, paid from and secured by ad valorem taxes on all taxable property within the limits of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, sufficient in rate and amount to pay said bonds in principal and interest?
SECTION 3. The results of said election shall be promulgated by publication of this resolution of promulgation one time in the Lake Charles American Press, a newspaper published daily in Lake Charles, Louisiana, the official journal of the Board and of general circulation in Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. ADOPTED AND APPROVED this 16th day of August, 2005. /s/ Joe A. Andrepont JOE A. ANDREPONT, President Calcasieu Parish School Board
ATTEST:
/s/ Jude W. Theriot JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary Calcasieu Parish School Board
STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF CALCASIEU
I, JUDE W. THERIOT, certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Superintendent of Public Schools for the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, and as such, Ex-Officio Secretary of the Calcasieu Parish School Board,
I further certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of an excerpt from the minutes of a public meeting of the Calcasieu Parish School Board held on August 16, 2005, and of a resolution adopted at said meeting, as said minutes and resolution appear officially of record in my possession.
IN FAITH WHEREOF, witness my official signature and the impress of the official seal of the Calcasieu Parish School Board on this 16th day of August, 2005.
JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary
Resolution Calling a Special Election in School District Number 26
SEQ CHAPTER \h \r 1 Lake Charles, Louisiana August 16, 2005
The Parish School Board of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, met in regular public session at 4:45 o’clock p.m. on Tuesday, August 16, 2005, at the regular meeting place of said Board in the Calcasieu Parish School Board Office, Lake Charles, Louisiana, pursuant to the provisions of written notice given to each and every member thereof and duly posted in the manner required by law. President, Joe A. Andrepont, called the meeting to order and on roll call, the following members were present:
Joe A. Andrepont, Dale B. Bernard, Billy Breaux, Jay L. Duhon, John M. Falgout, Rev. J. L. Franklin, James W. Karr, Sr., Bryan LaRocque, Sheral A. LaVergne, James W. Pitre, Gregory P. Robert, Dr. Edward Stephens, and R. L.. Webb
ABSENT: Clara F. Duhon, Phillip Tarver
The meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results. Thereupon, upon motion made by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Breaux, the following resolution was adopted, the vote thereon being as follows:
YEAS: Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Bernard, Mr. Breaux, Mr. Duhon, Mr. Falgout, Rev. Franklin, Mr. Karr, Mr. LaRocque, Ms. LaVergne, Mr. Pitre, Mr. Robert, Dr. Stephens, and Mr. Webb
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION ORDERING AND CALLING A SPECIAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 26 OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, ON NOVEMBER 12, 2005, AUTHORIZING THE INCURRING OF DEBT AND ISSUANCE OF BONDS OF SAID DISTRICT; AND MAKING APPLICATION TO THE STATE BOND COMMISSION AND UNITED STATES ATTORNEY GENERAL IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary and desirable by the Calcasieu Parish School Board, governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, (the “District”), that bonds of the District be issued in the sum of not to exceed FOUR MILLION FOUR HUNDRED THOUSAND AND NO/100 ($4,400,000) DOLLARS, for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving land and playgrounds, purchasing, erecting, enlarging and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for said School District, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public; and
WHEREAS, authority for the issuance of the bonds of the said School District for such purpose is granted by Article 6, Section 33 and Article 7, Section 26(E) of the Constitution of 1974 of the State of Louisiana, by those portions of Part II not repealed by the 1977 Louisiana Legislature and Subpart A of Part III of Chapter 4 of Sub-Title II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto, provided issuance of such bonds is first authorized by a majority of the qualified electors of the district voting on the proposition at an election to be held for such purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Calcasieu Parish School Board desires to provide for the holding of an election at which the proposition of issuing such bonds may be submitted; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Calcasieu Parish School Board, acting as the governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana:
SECTION 1. Subject to the approval of the State Bond Commission, and under the authority conferred by Article 6, Section 33 and Article 7, Section 26(E) of the Constitution of 1974 of the State of Louisiana, those portions of Part II not repealed by the 1977 Louisiana Legislature and Subpart A of Part III of Chapter 4 of Sub-Title II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto, a special election be and is hereby called and ordered to be held in School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, on Saturday, the 12th day of November, 2005, between the hours of six (6:00) o’clock a.m. and eight (8:00) o’clock p.m., in compliance with the provisions of Section 1181 of Title 18 and of Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and that at said special election there be submitted to all the qualified electors of School District No. 26 entitled and qualified to vote at said election under the Constitution and laws of the United States, the following proposition:
BOND PROPOSITION
SUMMARY: AUTHORITY FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 26 OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $4,400,000 OF UP TO 20-YEAR PUBLIC SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT BONDS FOR ACQUIRING AND/OR IMPROVING SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND OTHER SCHOOL RELATED FACILITIES WITHIN THE DISTRICT, SAID BONDS TO BE PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES.
Shall School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, incur debt and issue bonds in an amount not exceeding $4,400,000 for a period not to exceed twenty (20) years from the date thereof, with interest at a rate not exceeding eight (8%) percent per annum, for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving lands for building sites and playgrounds, purchasing, erecting, enlarging and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for said School District, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public, which said bonds shall be retired with, paid from and secured by ad valorem taxes on all taxable property within the limits of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, sufficient in rate and amount to pay said bonds in principal and interest?
SECTION 2. The polling places set forth in the Notice of Special Election in Section 4 hereof, be and the same are hereby designated as the polling places at which to hold such election. SECTION 3. Officers designated or such substitutes as may be selected, designated and sworn in compliance with Sections 1286 through 1289 of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, shall hold the said election substantially in accordance with the general election laws of the State of Louisiana, except that the election is called and shall be conducted, canvassed, and promulgated, and notice thereof given in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended. Said election officers shall make due returns of said election at a regular meeting of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, to be held at its regular meeting place, the School Board Office, Lake Charles, Louisiana, on Tuesday, the 15th day of November, 2005, 4:45 o’clock p.m., at which time said School Board will, then and there, in open and public session, examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of said special election. The compensation of election officials be and the same is hereby fixed at the sum as specified in Sections 424 and 425 of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended. Assessed valuations shall not be voted in this election, and all qualified electors of said School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, are entitled to vote therein. Voting machines shall be used in this election, and voters shall not be required to sign a ballot or vote assessed valuation of property. The permanent registration law of the State of Louisiana being in force in Calcasieu Parish, said election shall be conducted in accordance with applicable provisions thereof.
SECTION 4. The Secretary of the Calcasieu Parish School Board is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to publish, entirely separate and apart from any publication which may be made of this resolution, once a week for four consecutive weeks, with the first publication not less than forty-five days nor more than ninety days before the date of the election, in the Lake Charles American Press a newspaper published in Lake Charles, Louisiana, and having general circulation in Calcasieu Parish and in School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, a Notice of Election, substantially in the following form:
NOTICE TO VOTERS OF SPECIAL BOND ELECTION
To the qualified electors of School district No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana:
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that on the 16th day of August, 2005, the Calcasieu Parish School Board, acting as the governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, ordered that a special election be held in School District No. 26 on Saturday, the 12th day of November, 2005, for the purpose of submitting to all qualified electors of said School District No. 26, the following proposition:
BOND PROPOSITION
SUMMARY: AUTHORITY FOR SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 26 OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, TO ISSUE NOT EXCEEDING $4,400,000 OF UP TO 20-YEAR PUBLIC SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT BONDS FOR ACQUIRING AND/OR IMPROVING SCHOOL BUILDINGS AND OTHER SCHOOL RELATED FACILITIES WITHIN THE DISTRICT, SAID BONDS TO BE PAYABLE FROM AD VALOREM TAXES.
Shall School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, incur debt and issue bonds in an amount not exceeding $4,400,000 for a period not to exceed twenty (20) years from the date thereof, with interest at a rate not exceeding eight (8%) percent per annum, for the purpose of acquiring and/or improving lands for building sites and playgrounds, purchasing, erecting, enlarging and/or improving school buildings and other school related facilities within and for said School District, and acquiring the necessary equipment and furnishings therefor, title to which shall be in the public, which said bonds shall be retired with, paid from and secured by ad valorem taxes on all taxable property within the limits of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, sufficient in rate and amount to pay said bonds in principal and interest?
Said election will be held at all polling places which are situated within the boundaries of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. All registered voters in each of the following precincts shall be eligible to vote on the proposition:
PRECINCT POLLING PLACE
700 Vinton City Hall, 1201 Horridge Street, Vinton
701 Vinton Northside Middle School, 900 Horridge Street, Vinton
702 Vinton High School, 1603 Grace Street, Vinton
703 Shaw Park Recreation Building, 1615 Horridge Street, Vinton
760 Ward Seven Fire Station, 2815 Forman Road, Vinton
761 Ward Seven Fire Station, 2815 Forman Road, Vinton
ONLY THOSE REGISTERED VOTERS IN EACH OF THE FOLLOWING PRECINCTS WHO RESIDE WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 26 OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA, SHALL BE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE ON THE PROPOSITION:
PRECINCT POLLING PLACE
460W (Part) Ward Four Fire Protection District No. Four Fire Station, 789 W. Houston River Road, Sulphur
469 (Part) Ward Four Recreation - Carlyss Complex, 6043 Carlyss Drive, Carlyss 561 (Part) Starks School, 137 Highway 109 South, Starks
562 (Part) Edgerly Fire Station, 2205 Edgerly Road, Vinton
762 (Part) Edgerly Fire Station, 2205 Edgerly Road, Vinton
The polls will be open at six (6:00) o’clock a.m. and shall remain open until not later than eight (8:00) o’clock p.m. The said special election will be held substantially in accordance with the general election laws of the State of Louisiana, except that the election is called and shall be conducted, canvassed, and promulgated, and notice thereof given in accordance with the procedures set forth in Chapter 6-A of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended. The officials appointed to hold the election or such substitutes therefor as may be selected, designated and sworn in compliance with Sections 1286 through 1289 of Title 18 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, will make due returns thereof to the Calcasieu Parish School Board, acting as the governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana. Voting machines will be used in the conduct of the election. All qualified electors of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, will be entitled to vote. No voter shall be required to sign a ballot or vote assessed valuation of property.
Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, the 15th day of November, 2005, 4:45 o’clock p.m., the Calcasieu Parish School Board will meet in open and public session at the regular meeting place of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, 1732 Kirkman Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, and will, then and there, examine and canvass the returns and declare the result of said election.
THUS DONE AND SIGNED in Lake Charles, Louisiana, by authority of a Resolution adopted by the Calcasieu Parish School Board, acting as the governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, on the 16th day of August, 2005.
/s/ Joe A. Andrepont JOE A. ANDREPONT, President ATTEST: Calcasieu Parish School Board
/s/ Jude W. Theriot JUDE W. THERIOT Superintendent of Schools and Ex-Officio Secretary Calcasieu Parish School Board
SECTION 5. The Secretary of the Calcasieu Parish School Board be and he is hereby empowered, authorized and directed to arrange for furnishing said election officers, in ample time for holding of said election the necessary equipment, forms and other election paraphernalia essential to the proper holding of said election.
SECTION 6. Application is hereby formally made to the State Bond Commission, Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in compliance with the requirements of Chapter 2, Title 47 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and in compliance with Article 6, Sections 29, 30 and 32 of the Constitution of 1974 of the State of Louisiana, and other Constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto, for consent, approval and authority to hold the aforesaid election in School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, under the provisions of Article 6, Section 22 and Article 7, Section 26(E) of the Constitution of 1974 of the State of Louisiana, those portions of Part II not repealed by the 1977 Legislature and Sub-Part A of Part III of Chapter 4 of Sub-Title II of Title 39 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes of 1950, as amended, and other Constitutional and statutory authority supplemental thereto, and in the event such election carries, for its consent and authority to levy and collect the ad valorem taxes therein provided, and to issue bonds to be retired with, paid from and secured by said ad valorem taxes on all taxable property within the limits of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, sufficient in rate and amount to pay said bonds in principal and interest as they respectively mature. The Secretary is empowered, authorized and requested to forward to the State Bond Commission a certified copy of this resolution which shall constitute a formal application to said Commission as herein provided.
SECTION 7. A certified copy of this resolution, together with other showings required by Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and Regulations pertaining thereto (28 C.F.R. Part 51) shall be submitted to the United States Attorney General, for approval in compliance with the said Voting Rights Act, should such a submission be required.
SECTION 8. Certified copies of this Resolution shall be forwarded to the Secretary of State, the Commissioner of Elections, the Clerk of Court and Ex-Officio Custodian of Voting Machines in and for the Parish of Calcasieu, and the Registrar of Voters, as notification of the special election herein called in order that each may prepare for said election and perform their respective functions as authorized and required by law.
SECTION 9. There being a real public necessity for the retention and employment of legal counsel to provide specialized legal services in connection with issuance of the Bonds by the District, and it appearing that the public interest requires obtaining of such specialized legal services, Joseph A. Delafield, A Professional Corporation, of Lake Charles, Louisiana (“Bond Counsel”), is hereby employed for such purposes. The fee for the work to be performed by Bond Counsel is contingent upon the issuance, sale and delivery of the Bonds, and shall be in accordance with the maximum fee schedule of the Attorney General of the State of Louisiana for comprehensive legal and coordinate professional work of bond attorneys and bond counsel in the issuance of general obligation bonds.
SECTION 10. All resolutions, ordinances, or orders in conflict herewith, be, to the extent of such conflict, and they are hereby repealed.
Adopted and approved on this 16th day of August, 2005.
/s/ Joe A. Andrepont JOE A. ANDREPONT, President Calcasieu Parish School Board
ATTEST:
/s/ Jude W. Theriot JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary Calcasieu Parish School Board
(Other business not pertinent to the present excerpt may be found of record in the official minute book.)
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned. /s/ Joe A. Andrepont JOE A. ANDREPONT, President Calcasieu Parish School Board ATTEST:
/s/ Jude W. Theriot JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary Calcasieu Parish School Board
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF CALCASIEU
I, JUDE W. THERIOT, certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Superintendent of Public Schools for the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, and as such, Ex-Officio Secretary of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
I further certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of an excerpt from the minutes of a public meeting of the Calcasieu Parish School Board held on August 16, 2005, and of a resolution adopted at said meeting, as said minutes and resolution appear officially of record in my possession.
IN FAITH WHEREOF, witness my official signature and the impress of the official seal of the Calcasieu Parish School Board on this 16th day of August, 2005. JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary
Resolution Authorizing Publication of School District Number 26 Geographic Limits
SEQ CHAPTER \h \r 1 Lake Charles, Louisiana August 16, 2005
The Parish School Board of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, met in regular public session at 4:45 o’clock p.m. on Tuesday, August 16, 2005, at the regular meeting place of said Board in the Calcasieu Parish School Board Office, Lake Charles, Louisiana, pursuant to the provisions of written notice given to each and every member thereof and duly posted in the manner required by law.
President, Joe A. Andrepont, called the meeting to order and on roll call, the following members were present: Joe A. Andrepont, Dale B. Bernard, Billy Breaux, Jay L. Duhon, John M. Falgout, Rev. J. L. Franklin, James W. Karr, Sr., Bryan LaRocque, Sheral A. LaVergne, James W. Pitre, Gregory P. Robert, Dr. Edward Stephens, and R. L.. Webb
ABSENT: Clara F. Duhon, Phillip Tarver
The meeting was called to order and the roll called with the above results.
Thereupon, upon motion made by Mr. Duhon and seconded by Mr. Breaux, the following resolution was adopted, the vote thereon being as follows:
YEAS: Mr. Andrepont, Mr. Bernard, Mr. Breaux, Mr. Duhon, Mr. Falgout, Rev. Franklin, Mr. Karr, Mr. LaRocque, Ms. LaVergne, Mr. Pitre, Mr. Robert, Dr. Stephens, and Mr. Webb
NAYS: None
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PUBLICATION OF NOTICE DESCRIBING THE GEOGRAPHIC LIMITS OF SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 26 OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA
BE IT RESOLVED by the Calcasieu Parish School Board, acting as the governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, as follows:
SECTION 1. That the resolution adopted May 4, 1937, creating School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, be and same is hereby ratified, approved and confirmed. SECTION 2. That the President and Secretary of this Board are empowered, authorized and requested to cause to be published a public notice describing the geographic limits of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, said publication to be made in the Lake Charles American Press, in the same edition as the Notice to Voters is published, pertaining to the special bond election authorized for School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana, by resolution adopted this date.
Adopted and approved this 16th day of August, 2005. /s/ Joe A. Andrepont JOE A. ANDREPONT, President Calcasieu Parish School Board ATTEST:
/s/ Jude W. Theriot JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary Calcasieu Parish School Board
(Other business not pertinent to the present excerpt may be found of record in the official minute book.)
Upon motion duly made and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned. /s/ Joe A. Andrepont JOE A. ANDREPONT, President Calcasieu Parish School Board ATTEST:
/s/ Jude W. Theriot JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary Calcasieu Parish School Board
STATE OF LOUISIANA
PARISH OF CALCASIEU
I, JUDE W. THERIOT, certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Superintendent of Public Schools for the Parish of Calcasieu, Louisiana, and as such, Ex-Officio Secretary of the Calcasieu Parish School Board, governing authority of School District No. 26 of Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana.
I further certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of an excerpt from the minutes of a public meeting of the Calcasieu Parish School Board held on August 16, 2005, and of a resolution adopted at said meeting, as said minutes and resolution appear officially of record in my possession.
IN FAITH WHEREOF, witness my official signature and the impress of the official seal of the Calcasieu Parish School Board on this 16th day of August, 2005. JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary
PUBLIC NOTICE
GEOGRAPHIC BOUNDARIES OF SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 26 OF CALCASIEU PARISH, LOUISIANA
Beginning at the Northeast corner of Section Twenty-seven (27), Township Nine (9) South, Range Eleven (11) West, Louisiana Meridian, thence South ten (10) miles to the Southeast corner of Section Ten (10), Township Eleven (11) South, Range Eleven (11) West, thence West one (1) mile to the Southwest corner of Section Ten (10), Township Eleven (11) South, Range Eleven (11) West, thence South four (4) miles to the Southeast Corner of Section Thirty-three (33), Township Eleven (11) South, Range Eleven (11) West, said point being on the boundary line between Calcasieu Parish and Cameron parish, thence West along said boundary line between Calcasieu Parish and Cameron Parish Fourteen (14) miles, more or less, to the center of the Sabine River, said point being the boundary line between the State of Louisiana and the State of Texas, thence in a general northerly direction up the center of the Sabine River to the North line of Section Five (5), Township Ten (10) South, Range Thirteen (13) West, thence East approximately eleven and one-half (11-˝) miles, more or less, to the Northeast corner of Section Six (6), Township Ten (10) South, Range Eleven (11) West, thence North two (2) miles to the Northwest corner of Section Twenty-nine (29), Township Nine (9) South, Range Eleven (11) West, thence East three (3) miles to the Northeast corner of Section Twenty-seven (27), Township Nine (9) South, Range Eleven (11) West, point of beginning; COMPRISING ALL OF WARD SEVEN OF CALCASIEU PARISH, AND HAVING THE SAME BOUNDARIES AS SAID WARD SEVEN. /s/ Joe A. Andrepont JOE A. ANDREPONT, President Calcasieu Parish School Board
ATTEST:
/s/ Jude W. Theriot JUDE W. THERIOT, Secretary Calcasieu Parish School Board
Mrs. Duhon entered the meeting.
PRESENTATIONS
John DeRosier, District Attorney Candidate
President Andrepont recognized John DeRosier, candidate for the Calcasieu Parish District Attorney. Mr. DeRosier expressed his appreciation for the opportunity to address the Board, staff and attendees. He stated that he has more than 33 years experience representing the citizens of Calcasieu Parish. He stated that the district attorney’s office sets the tempo for the behavior of the people in Calcasieu Parish. He pledged to work with all law enforcement agencies to ensure a safe and secure place for all Calcasieu Parish residents.
The Board thanked Mr. DeRosier and wished him well with his endeavors.
Superintendent Selection Process
James Spruel, legal counsel, gave an overview of the superintendent selection candidate booklet. The revised interview schedule was presented. Mr. Spruel noted that in addition to the five applicants who met the State qualifications for the position of superintendent, the five out of state applicants met the deadline of August 15 for providing verification of qualifications.
President Andrepont thanked Mr. Spruel, his secretary, and Mrs. Chiasson for their assistance during this process.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
Budget Fiscal Management
Chairman Dr. Stephens reported that the Calcasieu Parish School Board Budget/Fiscal Management Committee met at 4:45 p.m., Thursday, July 7, 2005. A quorum was present.
Mr. Bruchhaus presented the proposed Special Revenue Funds budgets for 2005-2006. Revenues and other sources of funds totaled $47,204,389 and expenditures and other uses of funds totaled $47,204,289 with all grants except School Food Service being reimbursable with equal revenues and expenditures. The School Food Service budget has operated at a deficit for the last three years with a projected deficit again in 2004-2005. The first draft of the School Lunch budget for 2005-2006 reflected revenues and other sources of funds of $13,199,162 and expenditures and other uses of funds of $14,384,706 for a projected deficit of ($1,185,544), leaving the overall fund balance in deficit by ($819,031). Staff recommended that the committee make changes to the 2005-2006 budget to create a balanced budget.
Several recommendations were presented to the committee for consideration.
Recommendation #1: · Raise costs for the sale of lunches – Increase of $127,000 (an increase of 15˘ on student lunches, $1.00 on teacher lunches, 50˘ on visitor lunches).
After discussion, the recommendation to increase lunch prices was approved. Dr. Stephens moved on behalf of the committee to approve the recommended increase. The motion carried.
Dr. Stephens reported that staff presented:
Recommendation #2: · General Fund contribution to School Lunch will be sufficient to annually cover all School Lunch benefit costs.
It was recommended and approved that the General Fund annual contribution to School Lunch be tied to the benefit costs within the fund. Dr. Stephens moved on behalf of the committee to approve the recommendation. The motion carried.
Discussion followed regarding food costs parishwide and food waste. The State recommends that 40 percent of the School Lunch budget be spent on food costs and the system is presently spending about 40 percent. The State also recommends 40 percent be spent on labor costs and the system is currently above that percentage.
Staff reviewed several possible expenditure reduction plans for the 2005-2006 School Lunch Program:
Several options were discussed and staff recommended the following Plan B for approval:
· Reduction in force to insure that all cafeterias meet State established recommendations for labor/meal ratios of 15 meals per labor hour.
This plan would result in an elimination of 89 positions parishwide based on the labor/meal ratio. Many of the system’s cafeteria employees are not presently carrying health insurance with health care not being affected in most cases.
A motion was made, seconded and approved to go to the State’s staffing formula for the reduction in force of cafeteria employees to meet the established 15 hour recommendations for labor/meal ratios. Dr. Stephens moved on behalf of the committee to approve the State’s staffing formula for the reduction in force of cafeteria workers to meet the established 15 hour recommendations for labor/meal ratios.
There was considerable discussion and concern expressed relative to the cafeteria staff reduction.
Mr. Savoy offered a recommendation from staff to continue current operation of the cafeterias with the intent of establishing a threshold of a minimum of 22 labor hours per day for cafeteria employees until the end of August or the first of September. This would allow evaluation of movement within the current staffing.
Dr. Stephens offered a motion, seconded by Mr. Webb, to establish a minimum of 22 labor hours per day for cafeteria employees until the end of August or the first of September.
Discussion ensued. It was noted that with the approval of the 22 hour minimum, the cafeteria staff would be reduced by six (from 89 to 83).
Mr. Bernard made a substitute motion, seconded by Ms. LaVergne, to continue the currently practiced cafeteria operation for the 05-06 school year, which would allow staff to further evaluate the issue and not replace vacated positions.
The following were discussed: · Waiting one year will prolong problem and increase deficit · Address inequities as needed to balance cafeteria staff · Attrition factors · Movement of cafeteria staff within the system · Impact of vending machines · Continue to support employment of cafeteria staff · Supplement reduction in December, if deficit is covered through general funds · Addressing the issue prior to the beginning of school
Mr. Theriot noted that it is the system’s fiscal responsibility to operate within the budget and reduction in cafeteria staff is necessary to avoid depleting the reserve.
Mr. Breaux made an amendment to the substitute motion to reduce labor costs over a three year period. The motion failed due to lack of a second.
Mr. Robert offered a substitute motion, seconded by Dr. Stephens, to delay final action until the next Board meeting to allow staff to further analyze the issue.
It was noted during discussion that the issue could be brought back to the Budget/Fiscal Management Committee before final action by the Board.
President Andrepont recognized the following who spoke in opposition of staff reduction:
Brenda Matt, Calcasieu Federation of Teachers Representative Pam Valentine, DeQuincy High School Kathy Landry, Bus Drivers Association Lynette Phillips, Moss Bluff Middle School Diane Smith, Western Heights Elementary School Lois Darbone, Western Heights Elementary School
Mr. Andrepont called for a vote on the substitute motion to delay final action until the next Board meeting. The motion failed with a vote of 7 yeas and 7 nays.
Principal Tony Dougherty was recognized and addressed the Board concerning attrition and the movement of staffing where needed.
Mr. Spruel stated for the record that it is current practice for staff to address inequities and to balance staffing as deemed necessary.
Mr. Andrepont called for a vote on the substitute motion to continue the currently practiced cafeteria operation for the 05-06 school year, which would allow staff to further evaluate the issue and not replace vacated positions. The motion carried with 8 yeas and 6 nays.
Dr. Stephens continued the report. He stated that it was recommended that the Special Revenue Fund budget for 2005-2006 be approved as presented. He moved on behalf of the committee to approve the Special Revenue Fund budget for 2005-2006. The motion carried.
Dr. Stephens reported that the next item presented was a request by Board Members to discuss middle school coaching supplements. Presently, a head coach receives a $2,000 supplement for coaching 3 sports, an assistant coach receives a $1,600 supplement for coaching 3 sports and one $480 supplement is given for one additional assistant football coach at each middle school.
A lengthy discussion followed concerning coaching supplements for middle schools and high schools. The issue was also addressed regarding a possible increase of coaching supplements for those schools that must split supplements between middle and high school sports.
A motion was made, seconded and approved to return the issue to staff to study all supplements for middle and high schools and make a recommendation to the Board. On behalf of the committee, Dr. Stephens moved to accept the recommendation. The motion carried.
Dr. Stephens continued by reporting that the current School Lunch software is extremely outdated and will need to be replaced. After reviewing software options, the School Lunch management team has recommended software from “Lunchbox” to be installed in all cafeterias in the parish. The cost to fund the project is $419,442.50 to be funded from a one-time General Fund appropriation and financed through LCDA for a three year period.
The recommendation was approved; therefore, Dr. Stephens moved on behalf of the committee to approve the purchase of the School Lunch software and hardware through Lunchbox at a one-time General Fund cost of $419,442.50. The motion carried.
Staff recommended renewing coverage with Bollinger Insurance for a premium of $295,259 for student athletic insurance. Staff asked that the Board give permission to sign and bind coverage effective August 1st prior to the August 16, 2005 Board meeting. The committee approved staff’s request and Dr. Stephens moved on their behalf. The motion carried.
The next item dealt with the renewal of a contract with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital (LCMH) Sports Medicine for athletic training services. LCMH Sports Medicine would furnish services at a cost of $26,400 to the school system. Staff recommended and the committee approved renewal of this agreement. On behalf of the committee, Dr. Stephens moved to approve the agreement as presented. The motion carried.
Dr. Stephens reported that with no further business or action, the meeting was adjourned.
Administration and Personnel
Mr. Falgout reported that the Administration and Personnel Committee met Tuesday, July 12, 2005 at 4:45. A quorum was present. The item
Retire/Rehire Procedures
Staff recommended to continue utilizing the current procedure, which allows the superintendent and staff to make decisions regarding employee retire/rehire. A motion was made, seconded and approved to continue with the current procedure.
The motion was voted on and approved to continue current procedures relative to retire/rehire. Mr. Falgout moved on behalf of the committee, to approve the continuation of the current procedures relative to retire/rehire. Mr. Breaux offered an amendment to the motion, seconded by Mr. Duhon, for all central office staff and administrators who retire would be given the opportunity through advertisement to re apply for the position.
Considerable discussion ensued and the following were addressed:
After further discussion, Mr. Andrepont called for a vote on the amendment to the motion. The amendment passed.
Subsequently, the President called for a vote on the motion as amended to continue utilizing the current procedure, which allows the superintendent and staff to make decisions regarding retire/rehire for teacher level positions and that central office staff and administrators would be given the opportunity through advertisement to re apply for the position. The motion carried with one nay by Mr. Robert.
Mr. Falgout reported that there being no further business or discussion the meeting was adjourned.
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION Nomination of Acreage for the 10/12/05 State Lease Sale, Section 16, T10S-R13W in Calcasieu Parish
On motion by Mr. Karr, seconded by Mr. Webb and carried, the nomination of acreage, Section 16, T10S-R13W, for the State Lease Sale on October 12, 2005, was approved.
Pupil Progression Plan for 2005-2006
The 2005-2006 Pupil Progression Plan was presented for review.
On motion by Mr. Bernard, seconded by Mr. Webb and carried, the 2005-2006 Pupil Progression Plan was approved to be submitted to the Louisiana State Department of Education.
Final Adoption of 2005-2006 Budgets
On motion by Dr. Stephens, seconded by Mr. Bernard and carried, the following resolution adopting the 2005-2006 General Fund and Special Revenue Fund budgets was approved:
RESOLUTION
A resolution adopting the 2005-2006 General Fund and Special Revenue Fund budgets.
WHEREAS, the proposed General Fund and Special Revenue Fund budgets for fiscal year 2005-2006 have been previously submitted to the Budget/Fiscal Management Committee and reviewed at the public hearing held prior to the Board meeting, and
WHEREAS, the proposed budget provides necessary funding to continue an adequate level of services for public elementary and secondary schools in Calcasieu Parish, and
WHEREAS, the authority to revise the budget is set forth in File: DCI of the Calcasieu Parish School Board Policy Manual which provides in part that:
"Line items in the budget may be changed, with Board approval, at any time during the fiscal year, provided such change is consistent with existing laws and regulations of the State of Louisiana. Any request for modification of a budgetary line item shall be approved by appropriate supervisory personnel and submitted to the Superintendent for consideration. The Superintendent may submit requests for budgetary line item changes to the Board as deemed appropriate. The Superintendent may approve transfers from one budget line item to another for amounts less than $10,000. Any such changes shall be ratified by the Board. Amounts of $10,000 or more shall be submitted to the Board for approval."
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the following budgets for fiscal year 2005-2006 be adopted:
GENERAL FUND
Revenues and Other Sources:
Local Revenues $ 87,193,901 State Revenues 110,564,838 Federal Revenues 75,000 Other Sources 1,484,486 Total General Fund Revenues & Other Sources $199,318,225
Expenditures:
Instructional $141,997,841 Support Services 57,320,384 Total Expenditures & other Uses $199,318,225
SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS
Revenues & Other Sources:
Local $ 2,236,041 State 382,848 Federal 42,686,000 Transfers from General Fund 1,792,000 Total Revenues & Other Sources $ 47,096,889
Expenditures & Other Uses:
Instructional $ 30,702,750 Support Services 16,394,139 Total Expenditures & Other Uses $ 47,096,889 BID REPORTS Sale and Removal of Portable Buildings
Two bids were received for the sale and removal of portable buildings located at 880 Sam Houston Jones Parkway in Moss Bluff, LA.
The bids were as follows:
Bidder Building Amount of Bid
Brian Wingate #46 $1,050.00 Rodney Maltix $ 526.00
Brian Wingate #47 $1,050.00 Rodney Maltix $ 426.00
Brian Wingate #48 $1,050.00 Rodney Maltix $ 626.00
Brian Wingate #49 $1,050.00 Rodney Maltix $1,026.00
On motion by Mr. Falgout, seconded by Mr. Bernard and carried, the bid of $4,200.00 to the highest bidder, Mr. Wingate, was approved.
Office Supply Contract for 2005-2006
The following bids were received:
Vendor Name Percentage Discount
Lake Charles Office Supply 35.0% Lake Charles, LA
My Office Products 47.1% Lake Charles, LA
School Aids 10.5% Lake Charles, LA
On motion by Mr. Falgout, seconded by Mr. Bernard and carried, the highest percentage discount meeting bid specifications from My Office Products for the total of 47.1% was accepted.
PERMISSION TO ADVERTISE
Auction of Used Surplus Vehicles and Miscellaneous Equipment
On motion by Ms. LaVergne, seconded by Mr. Webb and carried, permission to advertise for the auction of used surplus vehicles and miscellaneous equipment was approved.
GPS Vehicle Tracking System, Maintenance Department, General Funds, Bid Number 2006-08
On motion by Mr. Falgout, seconded by Mr. Karr and carried, permission to advertise for GPS vehicle tracking system, maintenance department, general funds, bid number 2006-08, was approved.
Pick-Up Trucks and Work Trucks, Maintenance Department, General Funds, Bid Number 2006-09
On motion by Mr. Falgout, seconded by Mr. Karr and carried, permission to advertise for pick-up trucks and work trucks, maintenance department, general funds, bid number 2006-09, was approved.
Library and Computer Furniture for Gillis Elementary School, District 3 Sales Tax
On motion by Mr. Falgout, seconded by Mr. Karr and carried, permission to advertise for library and computer furniture for Gillis Elementary School, district 3 sales tax, was approved.
Furniture and Equipment for S.J. Welsh Middle School, General and School District Number 34 Bond Funds, Bid Number 2006-11
On motion by Mr. Falgout, seconded by Mr. Karr and carried, permission to advertise for furniture and equipment for S.J. Welsh Middle School, general and school district number 34 bond funds, bid number 2006-11, was approved.
CORRESPONDENCE
Change Order Number One (1) for the Project “Additions and Renovations to Gillis Elementary School,” Sales Tax District Number 3
On motion by Mr. Webb, seconded by Mrs. Duhon and carried, change order number one (1) for the project “Additions and Renovations to Gillis Elementary School,” sales tax district number 3, project number 2005-4PC, for an increase of $26,544.35, Moss Architects, Inc., Designer; Lewing Construction, contractor, was approved.
Change Order Number Four (4) for the Project “Additions and Renovations to A.M. Barbe High School,” School District Number 34 Bond Funds
On motion by Mr. Bernard, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, change order number four (4) for the project “Additions and Renovations to A.M. Barbe High School,” school district number 34 bond funds, project number 200214, for an increase of $16,860.00 and an extension of 18 days, C. Gayle Zembower, Architect, Inc., designer; Alfred Palma, Inc., contractor, was approved.
Change Order Number Four (4) for the Project “Additions and Renovations to Prien Lake Elementary School,” Project Number 2004-22PC
On motion by Mr. Bernard, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, change order number four (4) for the project “Additions and Renovations to Prien Lake Elementary School,” project number 2004-22PC, for an increase of $4,086.00 and an extension of 30 days, Paul B. Ritter, Architect, designer; Alfred Palma, Inc., contractor, was approved.
Change Order Number Five (5) for the Project “Classroom Pods Phase V,” Riverboat Funds, Project Number 5004615
On motion by Mr. Bernard, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, change order number five (5) for the project “Classroom Pods Phase V,” riverboat funds, project number 5004615, for an increase of $12,107.00, C.R. Fugatt, AIA, designer; Shannon Smith Construction Inc., contractor, was approved.
Change Order Number Five (5) for the Project “Additions and Renovations to John F. Kennedy Elementary School,” School District Number 33 Bond Funds
On motion by Rev. Franklin, seconded by Mr. Bernard and carried, change order number five (5) for the project “Additions and Renovations to John F. Kennedy Elementary School,” school district number 33 bond funds, project number 200103, for an increase of $17,845.00 and an extension of 14 days, C. Gayle Zembower, Architect, Inc., designer; Alfred Palma, Inc., contractor, was approved.
Change Order Number Six (6) for the Project “Additions and Renovations to S.J. Welsh Middle School,” School District Number 34 Bond Funds
On motion by Mr. Pitre, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, change order number six (6) for the project “Additions and Renovations to S.J. Welsh Middle School,” school district number 34 bond funds, project number 0366, for an increase of $29,505.00 and an extension of 15 days, Randy M. Goodloe, AIA, Architect, designer; Bessette Development, contractor, was approved.
Change Order Number Seven (7) for the Project “Additions and Renovations to S.J. Welsh Middle School,” School District Number 34 Bond Funds
On motion by Mr. Pitre, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, change order number seven (7) for the project “Additions and Renovations to S.J. Welsh Middle School,” school district number 34 bond funds, for an increase of $14,051.00 and an extension of 26 days, Randy M. Goodloe, AIA, Architect, Designer; Bessette Development, contractor, was approved.
Change Order Number Seven (7) for the Project “Additions and Renovations to the New St. John Elementary School,” School District Number 34 Bond Funds
On motion by Mr. Pitre, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, change order number seven (7) for the project “Additions and Renovations to the New St. John Elementary School,” school district number 34 bond funds, project number 2004-07PC, for an increase of $16,014.00 and an extension of 10 days, King and Moss Architects, designers; Alfred Palma, Inc., contractor, was approved.
Beneficial Occupancy for the Project “Additions and Renovations to A.M. Barbe High School,” School District Number 34 Bond Funds
On motion by Mr. Pitre, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, beneficial occupancy for the project “Additions and Renovations to A.M. Barbe High School,” school district number 34 bond funds, project number 200211, C. Gayle Zembower, Architect, Inc., designer; Alfred Palma, Inc., contractor, was approved.
Beneficial Occupancy for the Project “Additions and Renovations to Gillis Elementary School,” Sales Tax District Number 3
On motion by Mr. Webb, seconded by Mr. LaRocque and carried, beneficial occupancy for the project “Additions and Renovations to Gillis Elementary School,” sales tax district number 3, project number MA0413, Moss Architects, Inc., designer; Lewing Construction, contractor, was approved.
Recommendation of Acceptance for the Project “Classroom Pods Phase IV,” Riverboat Funds, Bid Number 2004-08PC
On motion by Mr. Bernard, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, recommendation of acceptance for the project “Classroom Pods Phase IV,” riverboat funds, bid number 2004-08PC, C.R. Fugatt, AIA, designer; Picheloup Construction, contractor, was approved.
Recommendation of Acceptance for the Project “Additions and Renovations to Nelson Elementary School,” School District Number 34 Bond Funds
On motion by Mr. Pitre, seconded by Mr. Robert and carried, recommendation of acceptance for the project “Additions and Renovations to Nelson Elementary School,” school district number 34 bond funds, project number 2004-20PC, H. Curtis Vincent and Steven D. Shows, Architects, designers; Priola Construction Company, Inc., contractor, was approved.
CONDOLENCES/RECOGNITIONS
Rev. Franklin requested letters of condolence to Sybyl Colemen, Avis Livingston, Venessa Livingston, and Jassaland Jenkins on the loss of their brother. He also requested a letter to Louana Brown on the loss of her nephew.
Mr. Breaux requested a letter to Felecia Coleman wishing her a speedy recovery.
Mr. Karr requested a letter of condolence to Mrs. Jimmy (Carla) Robertson and family on the loss of her husband. Mr. Robertson was an upstanding and well respected citizen of DeQuincy.
Ms. LaVergne requested a letter of condolence to the family of Mable Bellard. Mrs. Bellard was a retired teacher from J.D. Clifton Elementary School.
Mrs. Duhon expressed her sympathy to the families of Mable Bellard and Mr. Livingston. She also requested a letter of appreciation to Dr. Dan Vidrine and staff for the student activity booklets “Walk Around the Block” that were on exhibition at the Tourist Bureau. She also requested a letter to be sent to the family of Minnie Weber. Mrs. Weber was a retired teacher.
Mr. Bernard requested a letter to the family of Louise Gennuso. Ms. Gennuso served as the secretary to several school system superintendents.
Mr. Webb expressed his sympathy to the family of Henry Lancaster.
Rev. Franklin expressed his appreciation to Administration for the expedient response to the accident involving a maintenance vehicle.
Mr. Webb expressed his appreciation to the Board for allowing him to attend the LEADS conference.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT
PRIMA Elects New Board – Ron Hayes, Risk Manager, Elected Director
SCHEDULE STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Board Meeting – Tuesday, September 6, 4:45 and September 13, 4:45
TAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION
Washington – Marion High School Band Director
Superintendent Theriot stated that on the advice of legal counsel and after thorough review of the situation, he is requesting that the Board ratify the lifting of the suspension of Nathan Hamer effective August 10, 2005.
On motion by Ms. LaVergne, seconded by Mrs. Duhon and carried, the request was approved.
Personnel
On motion by Mr. Falgout, seconded by Mr. Bernard and unanimously carried, the following personnel changes were approved as recommended by the Superintendent:
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PERSONNEL CHANGES
Resignation
Cheryl Dare, School Clerk, Sam Houston High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 7, 2005.
Karen Weilbaecher, Teacher, Brentwood Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 11, 2005.
R. Christi Natali, Teacher, Nelson Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 8, 2005.
Kaylyn Fruge, Teacher, Oak Park Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 12, 2005.
Julie Causey, Teacher, Oak Park Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 13, 2005.
Paula Ledet, Teacher Aide, Barbe Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 14, 2005.
Susan Stelly, Speech Pathologist, Special Services Department. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 15, 2005.
Regina Sermon, Teacher, St. John Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 18, 2005.
Michael D'Avy, Custodian, Iowa High School. Recommend that his resignation become effective July 20, 2005.
Stacy Little, Teacher, Frasch Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 20, 2005.
Tara Travis, Teacher, College Oaks Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 19, 2005.
Terri Doucet, Teacher, Kennedy Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 20, 2005.
Nanette Chambers, Cafeteria Technician, Fairview Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 28, 2005.
Michelle Trahan, Teacher, Sulphur High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 22, 2005.
Rita Pierrottie, Teacher, F. K. White Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 29, 2005.
Kathleen Landry, Bookkeeper, Westlake High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 5, 2005.
Brandie Watson, Teacher, S. J. Welsh Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 1, 2005.
Yasmin Malone, Teacher, Brentwood Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 26, 2005.
Daphne LaFargue, Teacher, Pearl Watson Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 27, 2005.
Aida Desormeaux, Cafeteria Technician, Oak Park Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 28, 2005.
Anne Payne, Teacher, Vinton Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 25, 2005.
Gail Bonton, Teacher, Lake Charles Boston High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 22, 2005.
Kara Spikes, Teacher, Headstart Programs. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 26, 2005.
Regina Phelps, Teacher Aide, LaGrange High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 1, 2005.
Melanie Soileau, Barbe High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 1, 2005.
Evelyn Reaves, Teacher, Vincent Settlement Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 27, 2005.
D'Juana Richmond, Curriculum Coordinator, R. W. Vincent Elem. Recommend that her resignation become effective July 25, 2005.
Karen Kirby, Teacher, Westlake High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 1, 2005.
Angela Hursey, Family Advocate, Headstart Programs. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 2, 2005.
Christian Nichles, Teacher Aide, F. K. White Middle School. Recommend that his resignation become effective August 8, 2005.
Novella Franklin, Teacher, Clifton Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 8, 2005.
Kelly Gilley, Teacher Aide, Gillis Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 8, 2005.
Velda Vitello, School Clerk, S. J. Welsh Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 12, 2005.
Jane Rosteet, Cafeteria Manager, Vinton Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 4, 2005.
Karen McMillan, Teacher, LeBlanc Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 4, 2005.
Velma Carheel, School Clerk, Washington-Marion High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 12, 2005.
Larry K. Smith, Teacher/Coach, LaGrange High School. Recommend that his resignation become effective August 3, 2005.
Carolyn Stevenson, Counselor, Barbe Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 10, 2005.
Betty Billedeaux, Bus Driver, Bell City High School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 11, 2005.
Paige Savant, Teacher, Gillis Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 11, 2005.
Michael Guillory, Cafeteria Technician, Oak Park Elementary School. Recommend that his resignation become effective August 11, 2005.
William Loftin, Teacher, S. J. Welsh Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 10, 2005.
David Rhodes, Teacher, Sam Houston High School. Recommend that his resignation become effective August 9, 2005.
Daisy Cole, Teacher, DeQuincy Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 12, 2005.
Carol Bruno, Teacher, S. J. Welsh Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 10, 2005.
Paulette Arceneaux, Cafeteria Manager, DeQuincy Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 4, 2005.
Jill Guidry, Teacher, College Oaks Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 8, 2005.
Patty Dommert, Cafeteria Technician, W. W. Lewis Middle School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 12, 2005.
Vida Riggs, Tutor, Pearl Watson Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 12, 2005.
Kim Landry, Cafeteria Technician, Barbe Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 17, 2005.
Kimbia Jones-Fobbs, Teacher, Oak Park Elementary School. Recommend that her resignation become effective August 11, 2005.
Retirement Notification
Curtis LeDay, Custodian, Molo Middle School. Recommend that his notification of retirement become effective August 31, 2005.
Phillip Reynolds, Teacher/Coach, Sulphur High School. Recommend that his notification of retirement become effective July 13, 2005.
Raymond Bednarz, Counselor, Barbe High School. Recommend that his notification of retirement become effective October 1, 2005.
Verlia McDonald, Teacher, Bell City High School. Recommend that her notification of retirement become effective July 11, 2005.
Brenda Rau, Teacher, Dolby Elementary School. Recommend that her notification of retirement become effective July 10, 2005.
Mary Hebert, Teacher Aide, Maplewood Middle School. Recommend that her notification of retirement become effective December 16, 2005.
Candace Cooper, Librarian, DeQuincy Elementary School. Recommend that her notification of retirement become effective September 1, 2005.
Norma Boudreaux, School Clerk, Kaufman Elementary School. Recommend that her notification of retirement become effective August 23, 2005.
Linda Casiday, Teacher Aide, W. T. Henning Elementary School. Recommend that her notification of retirement become effective September 8, 2005.
Sandra Byrd, Teacher, Lake Charles Boston High School. Recommend that her notification of retirement become effective June 15, 2005.
Willie Smith, Sr., Custodian, Curriculum and Instruction Department. Recommend that his notification of retirement become effective October 31, 2005.
Martie Burleson, Program Facilitator, Special Services Department. Recommend that her notification of retirement become effective July 29, 2005.
Rose Gobert, Tutor, J. J. Johnson Elementary School. Recommend that her retirement become effective October 31, 2005.
Notification of Approved Retire-Rehire
Emily Sterling, Teacher, Lake Charles Boston High School. Approved notification of retirement effective August 2, 2005 and rehire effective August 12, 2005.
Theda Ambrose, Teacher, Reynaud Middle School. Approved notification of retirement effective May 31, 2005 and rehire effective August 12, 2005.
Linda Dupuis, Teacher, W. W. Lewis Middle School. Approved notification of retirement effective August 31, 2005 and rehire effective September 2, 2005.
Leave Without Pay
Julie Ambos, Teacher, Maplewood Middle School. Recommend that she be granted a leave without pay for the 2005-2006 school session.
Diane Lantz, School Clerk, LaGrange High School. Recommend that she be granted a leave without pay for the 2005-2006 school session.
Marcie Rome, Teacher, S. J. Welsh Middle School. Recommend that she be granted a leave without pay for the 2005-2006 school session.
Joan Price, Lab Manager, Combre/Fondel Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a leave without pay for the 2005-2006 school session.
Pamela Landreneau, Teacher Aide, Barbe High School. Recommend that she be granted a leave without pay for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Janet Levy, Teacher, T. H. Watkins Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a leave without pay for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Dorothy McFarlain, Teacher Aide, Westlake High School. Recommend that she be granted a leave without pay for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Maternity Leave
Melanie Bartlett, Teacher, E. K. Key Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a maternity leave beginning August 12, 2005 until August 29, 2005.
Stacy Lavoi, Librarian, M. J. Kaufman Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a maternity leave beginning October 14, 2005 until January 3, 2006.
Sara Taylor, Teacher, E. K. Key Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a maternity leave beginning September 28, 2005 until January 11, 2006.
Brydie Manuel, Teacher, Nelson Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a maternity leave beginning August 12, 2005 until October 4, 2005.
Ashley Ellender, Teacher Aide, Westwood Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a maternity leave beginning September 5, 2005 until November 1, 2005.
Krystal Dartez, Teacher, Moss Bluff Middle School. Recommend that she be granted a maternity leave beginning September 23, 2005 until November 4, 2005.
Cheri Hubbard, Speech Therapist, Special Services Department. Recommend that she be granted a maternity leave beginning August 31, 2005 until October 31, 2005.
Professional Development
Adrienne Oakley, Librarian, LeBleu Settlement Elementary School. Recommend that her leave for professional development be extended for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Julia Trouth, Teacher, E. K. Key Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a leave for professional development for the 2005- 2006 school session.
Medical Sabbatical
Lisa Serice, Math Teacher, W. W. Lewis Middle School. Recommend that she be granted a leave for medical purposes for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Victoria Holder, 2nd Grade Teacher, R. W. Vincent Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a leave for medical purposes for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Melanie Bradberry, Counselor, Brentwood Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a leave for medical purposes for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Vickie Menard, Kind. Teacher, Starks High School. Recommend that she be granted a leave for medical purposes for the 2005-2006 school session.
Janice Mooney, Teacher, F. K. White Middle School. Recommend that she be granted a leave for medical purposes for the 2005-2006 school session.
Shera Garber, Gifted Teacher, DeQuincy Middle School. Recommend that she be granted a leave for medical purposes for the 2005-2006 school session.
Bridgette Culpepper, Cons. Sci. Teacher, Sulphur High School. Recommend that she be granted a leave for medical purposes for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Medical Sabbatical
Nina Trawick, 1st Grade Teacher, Starks High School. Recommend that she be granted a medical sabbatical for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Alisa Rainwater, Sp. Ed. Teacher, Vinton Elementary School. Recommend that she be granted a medical sabbatical for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school session.
Rescind Sabbatical
Brenda Moreau, Counselor, LeBleu Settlement Elementary School. Recommend that her request for sabbatical for the fall semester of the 2005-2006 school semester be rescinded.
Meeting Adjourned
On motion by Mr. Karr, seconded by Mrs. Duhon and unanimously carried, the meeting was adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
/s/Jude W. Theriot /s/Joe A. Andrepont Jude W. Theriot, Secretary Joe A. Andrepont, President |
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