BOARD PRESIDENTSEPTEMBER BOARD MINUTES
OF THE RAPIDES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Regular Board Meeting Agenda (Tuesday, September 6, 2022)
Generated by Cheryl Lindsey on Wednesday, September 7, 2022
Members present
Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Members absent
Steve Berry
Meeting called to order at 5:02 PM
Standing Items
1. Call to Order
2. Invocation - Mr. Kevin Boles, Minister of Music, Outreach and Missions - First Baptist Church, Pineville
Pledge - Mr. Darrell Rodriguez
3. Roll Call
4. Recognize:
a. the Board's student guest is Madison Wells from Oak Hill High School - Mr. Darrell Rodriguez
b. Job's for America's Graduates (JAG) student - Ms. LaRunda Hobbs Pierce
Action (Consent): 6. Consent Agenda: Motion to adopt in globo the items listed on the consent agenda (the consent agenda is established by the Board's Executive Committee and any board member may request that any consent agenda item be considered separately - whether considered in globo or separately, board member and public comment shall be permitted on any item listed on the consent agenda) (* Denotes that these items have been through committee)
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Item 6 - A. Consent Agenda - Reports
Action (Consent): 1. to receive reports on school construction projects - Mr. Clyde Washington
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Item 6 - B. Consent Agenda - Action Minutes
Action (Consent): 1. to approve the minutes of the 8/2/22 Regular meeting of the Board as written and to be published in the official journal, The Town Talk and to approve the 7/19/22 Personnel, Education, Finance and District 62 Committee meetings, and the 7/25/22 Executive meeting - Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Item 6 - C. Consent Agenda - Action Education
Action (Consent): *1. Motion to enter into a Cooperative Agreement between RPSB and LSU AgCenter supporting the 4H Youth Development for Rapides Parish Students and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation therewith - Mrs. Shannon Alford
Resolution: Approve a Cooperative Agreement between RPSB and LSU AgCenter supporting the 4H Youth Development for Rapides Parish Students and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation therewith
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *2. Motion to approve the State of Louisiana Department of Education Contract to allow the continuation of Jobs for America's Graduates-Louisiana Accelerated Interventions from Middle to High (JAG-LA AIM High!) Programs in current middle schools and high schools and authorize Board President to sign any documentation therewith - Mrs. LaRunda Hobbs Pierce
Resolution: Motion to approve the State of Louisiana Department of Education Contract to allow the continuation of Jobs for America's Graduates-Louisiana Accelerated Interventions from Middle to High (JAG-LA AIM High!) Programs in current middle schools and high schools and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation therewith
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *3. Motion to approve professional services contracts for workforce professionals providing student instruction and credentialing at assigned high schools for school year 2022-2023 and authorize Board President to sign any documentation therewith - Mrs. LaRunda Hobbs Pierce
Resolution: Motion to approve professional services contracts for workforce professionals providing student instruction and credentialing at assigned high schools for the school year 2022-2023 and authorize Board President to sign any documentation therewith
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Item 6 - D. Consent Agenda - Action Finance
Action (Consent): *1. Motion to approve personal services contracts, leases, and other such agreements; authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection with said contracts; and approve bills paid for the previous month – Ms. Elizabeth Domite
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *2. Motion to approve/adopt any budget changes/amendments – Ms. Elizabeth Domite
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *3. Motion to receive a report on donation(s) made to the Rapides Parish School Board on behalf of the RPSB schools, accept and approve donations included therein, and provide any necessary documentation related to the donation(s) – Ms. Elizabeth Domite
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *4. Motion to receive a budget update for General Fund and Food and Nutrition Fund as required by Statewide Agreed Upon Procedures by LA Legislative Auditor – Ms. Elizabeth Domite
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent), Reports: *5. Motion to receive an update/report on grants, approve grants included therein, and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith - Kerri Nichols
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *6 a. Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for "Tioga High School IAQ Enhancements" (Bid No. 100-05); and award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Ratify and confirm bids received on Wednesday, August 3, 2022 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for "Tioga High School IAQ Enhancements" (Bid No. 100-05); and award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith and award to ACA Mechanical #432 for $2,908,000.00
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *6 b. Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for "Glenmora High School IAQ Enhancements" (Bid No. 100-06); and award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Ratify and confirm bids received on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for "Glenmora High School IAQ Enhancements" (Bid No. 100-06); and award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith and award to Trouth A/C #14228 for $344,000.00
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *6 c. Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Replacement of Stage Curtains at Tioga High School" (Bid No. 23-19A); an award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Ratify and confirm bids received on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Replacement of Stage Curtains at Tioga High School" (Bid No. 23-19A); an award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith and award to Mainstage Theatrical Supply, Inc. for $54,429.00
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *6 d. Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 11:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Restoration of Floor and Replacement of Seating of Auditorium at Alexandria Sr High" (Bid No. 23-21); and award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Ratify and confirm bids received on Thursday, August 25, 2022 at 11:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Restoration of Floor and Replacement of Seating of Auditorium at Alexandria Sr High" (Bid No. 23-21); and award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith and award to Pat Williams Construction, LLC for $241,400.00
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *7 a. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for "Girl's Locker Room Renovations at Northwood High Gym" (Bid No. 23-37); and authorize the Executive Committee, Superintendent, and /or Central Office Staff to receive bids, a recommendation to be made to the Board; and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for "Girl's Locker Room Renovations at Northwood High Gym" (Bid No. 23-37); and authorize the Executive Committee, Superintendent, and /or Central Office Staff to receive bids, a recommendation to be made to the Board; and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *7 b. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for "Purchase of Band Instruments" (Bid No. 23-04); and authorize the Executive Committee, Superintendent, and /or Central Office Staff to receive bids, a recommendation to be made to the Board; and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for "Purchase of Band Instruments" (Bid No. 23-04); and authorize the Executive Committee, Superintendent, and /or Central Office Staff to receive bids, a recommendation to be made to the Board; and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action: *7 c. Motion to authorize the Secretary to solicit formal quotes for "Renovation of Lobby Area at Alexandria Sr. High" (RFQ No. 23-35) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and Central Office Staff to receive quotes and recommendations to be made to the Board - Elizabeth Domite
SUBSTITUTE MOTION- Move this motion to September Finance Committee
Authorize the Secretary to solicit formal quotes for "Renovation of Lobby Area at Alexandria Sr. High" (RFQ No. 23-35) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and Central Office Staff to receive quotes and recommendations to be made to the Board
Motion by Keith Breazeale, second by Sandra Franklin.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *8. Motion to approve an agreement between RPSB and Taylor Publishing Company dba Balfour for Balfour to be the official yearbook publisher for Buckeye High School for the 2022-2023 school year and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Approve an agreement between RPSB and Taylor Publishing Company dba Balfour for Balfour to be the official yearbook publisher for Buckeye High School for the 2022-2023 school year and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *9. Motion to hear the quarterly reports on maintenance funds for the quarter ended June 30, 2022 - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Hear the quarterly reports on maintenance funds for the quarter ended June 30, 2022
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *10. Motion to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (WIOA) with the RPPJ regarding Dislocated Worker Disaster Grant (DWG) for the purpose of creating temporary jobs at designated schools throughout Rapides parish for eligible individuals to assist with clean-up, recovery, and humanitarian efforts in areas impacted by disasters or emergencies as outlined in Section 170(d)(4) and have Board President to sign any documents associated with this agreement – Mr. Roy Rachal and Mr. Jeff Powell
Resolution: to enter into an Intergovernmental Agreement (WIOA) with the RPPJ regarding Dislocated Worker Disaster Grant (DWG) for the purpose of creating temporary jobs at designated schools throughout Rapides parish for eligible individuals to assist with clean-up, recovery, and humanitarian efforts in areas impacted by disasters or emergencies as outlined in Section 170(d)(4) and have Board President to sign any documents associated with this agreement
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action: *11 a. Motion to approve InterAgency Agreements for Preschool Development Birth to Three Seats for 2022-2023; Bright Beginnings Daycare, Cenla Christian Learning Center-AEX, Cenla Christian Learning Center-Kolin, Cenla Christian Learning Center-Libuse, Cenla Christian Learning Center-Pineville, Cornerstone Learning Center, Diamond K Kids Kountry, Discovery House, Inc., Foundations Christian Learning Center, Gran's Learning Center, Guardian Angel Kiddie College, Heavenly Care I Child Development Center, Heavenly Care II Child Development Center, Joyful Noises, Lil Red Wagon of Cenla, LSUA Children's Center, Loulou's Child Care Center LLC, Loving Hands Children's Enrichment Center, Munchkinland Child Development Center, Precious Beginnings Academy, Totally Kids Childcare Center, Viv's Angels Child Care Center - Mrs. Cindy Rushing
Resolution: Approve InterAgency Agreements for Preschool Development Birth to Three Seats for 2022-2023; Bright Beginnings Daycare, Cenla Christian Learning Center-AEX, Cenla Christian Learning Center-Kolin, Cenla Christian Learning Center-Libuse, Cenla Christian Learning Center-Pineville, Cornerstone Learning Center, Diamond K Kids Kountry, Discovery House, Inc., Foundations Christian Learning Center, Gran's Learning Center, Guardian Angel Kiddie College, Heavenly Care I Child Development Center, Heavenly Care II Child Development Center, Joyful Noises, Lil Red Wagon of Cenla, LSUA Children's Center, Loulou's Child Care Center LLC, Loving Hands Children's Enrichment Center, Munchkinland Child Development Center, Precious Beginnings Academy, Totally Kids Childcare Center, Viv's Angels Child Care Center - Items 11a an 11b taken in globo - approved
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Sandra Franklin.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Nay: Wilton Barrios
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action: *11 b. Motion to approve InterAgency Agreements for Community Supply Building and Access Expansion (CSBAE) grant for 2022-2023; ABC Daycare and Early Learning Center, Bright Beginnings Daycare, Cenla Christian Learning Center-AEX, Cornerstone Learning Center, Guardian Angel Kiddie College, Heavenly Care #4 Child Development Center, Lil Hearts and Hands, Loulou's Child Care, Loving Hands Children's Enrichment Center, Munchkinland Child Development Center - Mrs. Cindy Rushing
Resolution: Approve InterAgency Agreements for Community Supply Building and Access Expansion (CSBAE) grant for 2022-2023; ABC Daycare and Early Learning Center, Bright Beginnings Daycare, Cenla Christian Learning Center-AEX, Cornerstone Learning Center, Guardian Angel Kiddie College, Heavenly Care #4 Child Development Center, Lil Hearts and Hands, Loulou's Child Care, Loving Hands Children's Enrichment Center, Munchkinland Child Development Center - Items 11a and 11b taken in globo - approved
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Sandra Franklin.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Nay: Wilton Barrios
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *12. Motion to approve professional service contracts for truancy caseworkers to assist with the overflow of chronic absenteeism referrals to the Ruby W. Smith Department of Child Welfare and Attendance - Carlessa White
Resolution: Approve professional service contracts with 5 additional truancy caseworkers for the 2022-23 school year to visit schools and homes for truancy prevention with all the powers, duties, and responsibilities vested or which may be vested in attendance officers by the compulsory attendance laws of this state, under Louisiana RS 17:230-A
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *13. Motion to authorize the Board's insurance consultant to initiate renewal negotiations for TPA SERVICES for Workers' Compensation Claims for the 2023 Calendar Year at same terms, conditions, and contract price or minimally the contract price shall not increase to exceed the CPI (As of 7/22); should increase exceed CPI in the final negotiations, the Board herein directs the consultant to solicit and receive competitive quotes with a recommendation to be made to the board at the November regular board meeting - Mr. Roy Rachal
Resolution: to authorize the Board's insurance consultant to initiate renewal negotiations for TPA SERVICES for Workers' Compensation Claims for the 2023 Calendar Year at the same terms, conditions, and contract price or minimally the contract price shall not increase to exceed the CPI (As of 7/22); should increase exceed CPI in the final negotiations, the Board herein directs the consultant to solicit and receive competitive quotes with a recommendation to be made to the board at the November regular board meeting
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *14. Motion to authorize the Board's insurance consultant to initiate renewal negotiations for EXCESS Workers' Compensation Insurance for the 2023 Calendar Year at same terms, conditions, SIR ($650,000) and premium or minimally the annual premium shall not increase to exceed the CPI (As of 7/22); should increase exceed CPI in the final negotiations, the Board herein directs the consultant to solicit and receive competitive quotes with a recommendation to be made to the board at the November regular board meeting - Mr. Roy Rachal
Resolution: to authorize the Board's insurance consultant to initiate renewal negotiations for EXCESS Workers' Compensation Insurance for the 2023 Calendar Year at the same terms, conditions, SIR ($650,000), and premium or minimally the annual premium shall not increase to exceed the CPI (As of 7/22); should increase exceed CPI in the final negotiations, the Board herein directs the consultant to solicit and receive competitive quotes with a recommendation to be made to the board at the November regular board meeting
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *15. Motion to enter into a Entity/State (LA DOTD) Agreement for Pineville Elementary Sidewalks of the Safe Routes to School Project (LA DOTD #H.011194 / FED. #H011194) and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith pending review and approval of advising counsel - Mr. Roy Rachal
Resolution: to enter into an Entity/State (LA DOTD) Agreement for Pineville Elementary Sidewalks of the Safe Routes to School Project (LA DOTD #H.011194 / FED. #H011194) and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith pending review and approval of advising counsel
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Item 6 - E. Consent Agenda - Discipline
Action: *1. to uphold the Rapides Parish School Board Discipline Review Committee’s recommendation - Ms. Carlessa White
Reports: 2. to receive an update outlining the progress of each student attending the Rapides Alternative Positive Program for Students (RAPPS) - Ms. Carlessa White
Reports: 3. to receive a report for students successfully completing the requirements for a performance contract – Ms. Carlessa White
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Item 6 - F. Consent Agenda - Personnel
Action (Consent), Reports: *1. Motion to receive reports as follows: - Mrs. Naomi Belvin
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *2. Motion to approve leave requests – Mrs. Naomi Belvin
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent), Discussion: *3. Motion to discuss any personnel complaints that may go before the full board for action - Mrs. Naomi Belvin
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent): *4. Motion to discuss and approve new job description and position of Help Desk Technician / System Analyst in place of current Web Design / Training Specialist - Mr. Matt Thompson
Resolution: to discuss and approve new job description and position of Help Desk Technician / System Analyst in place of current Web Design / Training Specialist
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action (Consent), Reports: *5. Motion to receive an update from the Superintendent on a pay increase for support personnel - Mr. Wilton Barrios
Resolution: to receive an update from the Superintendent on a pay increase for support personnel
Approved
Motion by Sandra Franklin, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Item 6 - G. Consent Agenda - District 62
None
Regular Agenda
Action: 1. Motion to adopt a Resolution adopting the Operating Budgets of Revenues, Expenditures, and Fund Balances for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022 - Ms. Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Adopt a Resolution adopting the Operating Budgets of Revenues, Expenditures, and Fund Balances for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2021 – adopted
RAPIDES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Alexandria, Louisiana
BUDGET RESOLUTION
A Resolution adopting the Operating Budgets of Revenues and Expenditures for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE RAPIDES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD, IN general session convened that:
SECTION l: Actual revenues, expenditures, and fund balances for the year ended June 30, 2022, are hereby adopted as the amended budgets for the year, in compliance with the requirements of state law.
SECTION 2: The following estimates of Revenues for the fiscal year beginning July l, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023, be and the same are hereby adopted to serve as Operating Budgets of Revenues for the District, during said period.
SECTION 3: The following estimates of Expenditures for the fiscal year beginning July l, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023, be and the same are hereby adopted to serve as Operating Budgets of Expenditures for the District during said period.
SECTION 4: The adoption of the Operating Budgets of Expenditures is and the same is hereby declared to operate as an appropriation of the amounts therein set forth within the terms of the budget classifications.
SECTION 5: The adopted budget shall form the framework from which the Superintendent and staff shall monitor revenues and control expenditures.
SECTION 6: The Rapides Parish School Board does hereby authorize the Superintendent, through the Chief Financial Officer, to make changes within budget classifications. However, the Board retains the authority to adopt budget amendments when required by the Local Government Budget Act.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at Alexandria, Louisiana, on this the 6th day of September, 2022.
BOARD PRESIDENT
SEAL
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action: 2. Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Tuesday, July 19, 2022 at 11:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Purchase of Cafeteria Fresh Produce" (Bid No. FS 10-22-23); and award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: to ratify and confirm bids received on Tuesday, July 19, 2022, at 11:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Purchase of Cafeteria Fresh Produce" (Bid No. FS 10-22-23); and award bid to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder contingent on low bidder meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith and award to Earl Roy Enterprise for $179,542.50
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action: 3. Motion to ratify and confirm quotes received on Thursday, September 1, 2022 at 11:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Roof Replacement on Modular Building at Cherokee Elementary" (RFQ No. 23-29); and award quote to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor contingent on low quote meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Ratify and confirm quotes received on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at 11:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Roof Replacement on Modular Building at Cherokee Elementary" (RFQ No. 23-29); and award quote to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor contingent on low quote meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith and award to Dixie Roofing and Sheet Metal for $43,881.00
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Stephen Chapman
Action: 4. Motion to ratify and confirm quotes received on Tuesday, August 30, 2022 at 10:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Construction of Softball Batting Cage Facility at Alexandria Sr. High" (RFQ No. 22-02); and award quote to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor contingent on low quote meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Ratify and confirm quotes received on Tuesday, August 30, 2022, at 10:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for "Construction of Softball Batting Cage Facility at Alexandria Sr. High" (RFQ No. 22-02); and award quote to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor contingent on low quote meeting all LA Public Bid Law and contract document requirements and specifications and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith and award to James A Decker Builder for $38,640.00
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: 5. Motion to authorize the Secretary to solicit formal quotes for "Purchase of Digital Sign at Rubywise Elementary" (RFQ No. 23-44) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and Central Office Staff to receive quotes and recommendations to be made to the Board - Elizabeth Domite - Item pulled from the agenda
Action: 6. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for "Construction of Storage Shed at Tioga High School" (Bid No. 23-36); and authorize the Executive Committee, Superintendent, and /or Central Office Staff to receive bids, a recommendation to be made to the Board; and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for "Construction of Storage Shed at Tioga High School" (Bid No. 23-36); and authorize the Executive Committee, Superintendent, and /or Central Office Staff to receive bids, a recommendation to be made to the Board; and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith -authorized
Motion by Mark Dryden, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: 7. Motion to approve increasing the mileage reimbursement rate from $0.58 per mile to $0.625 per mile as per State of Louisiana Office of Administration Travel Guide effective September 7, 2022 - Elizabeth Domite
Approve increasing the mileage reimbursement rate from $0.58 per mile to $0.625 per mile as per State of Louisiana Office of Administration Travel Guide effective September 7, 2022 - Approved
Motion by Linda Burgess, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: 8. Motion to enter into an MOU with Teach One to Lead One (T1L1) in the amount of $20,000.00 and to authorize the Board President to sign any necessary documentation in connection therewith - pending legal review - Mr. Jonathan Garrett
Resolution: to enter into an MOU with Teach One to Lead One (T1L1) in the amount of $20,000.00 and to authorize the Board President to sign any necessary documentation in connection therewith – Approved
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: 9. Motion to approve a contract with Edgenuity in the amount of $257,546.00 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith - Mr. Jonathan Garrett
Resolution: to approve a contract with Edgenuity in the amount of $257,546.00 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith - Approved
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: 10. Motion to approve the State of Louisiana, Louisiana Workforce Commission Amendment to Agreement to allow the continuation of Jobs for America's Graduates-Louisiana (JAG-LA) Programs in current middle schools and high schools and have the Superintendent and/or Board President sign any documentation in connection therewith - LaRunda Hobbs Pierce
Resolution: to approve the State of Louisiana, Louisiana Workforce Commission Amendment to Agreement to allow the continuation of Jobs for America's Graduates-Louisiana (JAG-LA) Programs in current middle schools and high schools and have the Superintendent and/or the Board President sign any documentation in connection therewith - Approved
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: 11. Motion to approve a professional services contract for a workforce professional providing student instruction and credentialing at assigned high school for school year 2022-2023 and have the Superintendent and/or Board President sign any documentation in connection therewith - LaRunda Hobbs Pierce
Resolution: to approve a professional services contract for a workforce professional providing student instruction and credentialing at the assigned high school for the school year 2022-2023 and have the Superintendent and/or Board President sign any documentation in connection therewith - Approved
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: 12. Motion to enter into an Interagency Agreement with The Extra Mile to provide support services for students of the Rapides Parish School System and authorize the Board President to sign any necessary documentation in connection therewith - Mr. Washington
Resolution: to approve the Interagency Agreement with The Extra Mile to provide support services for students of the Rapides Parish School System and authorize the Board President to sign any necessary documentation in connection therewith - Approved, no cost involved
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: *13. Motion to accept the donation from the Peabody Montessori PTO for $44,000.00 towards a new fencing project at the school and the balance for the new fence to be matched by District 62 Fund balance - Mr. Willard McCall
Resolution: to accept the donation from the Peabody Montessori School PTO for $44,000.00 towards a new fencing project at the school and the balance for the new fence to be matched by the District 62 Fund Balance - send to September Committees, District 62
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action: 14. Motion to discuss and approve new job description and position of Video Security / Digital Signage Technician - Mr. Matt Thompson
New position approved
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action, Discussion: 15. Motion to discuss and take possible action on allocating a $1,000 stipend for an archery coach at each school that has a defined archery program - Mr. Mark Dryden and Mr. Steve Berry
Resolution: to discuss and take possible action on allocating a $1,000 stipend for an archery coach at each school that has a defined archery program - amended funding source; Title IV Funds supplemented by General Funds if needed
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Darrell Rodriguez
Action, Discussion: 16. Motion to discuss and consider taking action to modify language in the RPSB 2022-2023 student code of conduct regarding hair color and facial hair - Mr. Steve Berry
Resolution: to discuss and consider taking action to modify language in the RPSB 2022-2023 student code of conduct regarding hair color and facial hair
Motion by Keith Breazeale, second by Linda Burgess.
SUBSTITUTE MOTION - to discuss and consider taking action to modify language in the RPSB 2022-2023 student code of conduct regarding hair color and facial hair - send to September Education Committee
Motion by Wilton Barrios, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action, Discussion: *17. Motion to discuss and consider granting 5 additional COVID leave days for employees - Ms. Linda Burgess
Resolution: to discuss and consider granting 5 additional COVID leave days for employees - MOTION FAILS
Motion by Linda Burgess, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Fails
Aye: Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Linda Burgess
Nay: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Mark Dryden
Action, Discussion: 18. Motion to go into Executive Session to discuss safety and security considerations for schools - Ms. Elizabeth Domite, Mr. Roy Rachal and Mr. Jeff Powell
To go into executive session
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Mark Dryden.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
THE BOARD WENT INTO EXECUTIVE SESSION
On motion by Stephen Chapman and second by Willard McCall, the Board voted unanimously to reconvene in open session
THE BOARD RECONVENED IN OPEN SESSION
SUBSTITUTE MOTION TO #18 - to accept the safety and security considerations and recommendations of the Administration
Motion by Stephen Chapman, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Absent: Sandra Franklin
Action, Discussion, Reports: 19. Motion to hear an explanation of the new vaping protocol in the Parish - Mr. Wilton Barrios
Send to September committees
Motion by Darrell Rodriguez, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
Action, Discussion: 20. Motion to discuss and take possible action on the possibility of holding community meetings to inform parents of the dangers of fentanyl - Mr. Wilton Barrios
Discussed - no action needed
Motion by Keith Breazeale, second by Darrell Rodriguez.
Action, Discussion: 21. Motion to discuss the development of a policy for standard usage of pronouns in concordance with one's birth certificate - Mr. Wilton Barrios
SUBSTITUTE MOTION - send to October Committees; pending legal counsel
Motion by Wilton Barrios, second by Keith Breazeale.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Wilton Barrios, Willard McCall, Darrell Rodriguez, Keith Breazeale, Sandra Franklin, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden
ADJOURNMENT
Action: Adjourn the meeting
RAPIDES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
/s/ Dr. Stephen Chapman
President
ATTEST:
/s/Jeff Powell
Secretary
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