AUGUST REGULAR BOARD MINUTES
OF THE RAPIDES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
Regular Board Meeting Agenda (Tuesday, August 6, 2024)
Generated by Nikki Lucas on Thursday, August 8, 2024
Members present
Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Meeting called to order at 5:14 PM
Meeting Location: The Rapides Parish School Board Meeting Room, 619 Sixth Street, Alexandria, LA
Add Ons
Action: 18. Motion to discuss the possibility of a pay increase for school secretaries - Mr. Wilton Barrios and Mr. Willard McCall
Motion to add item 18 Mark Dryden, second by Willard McCall, vote was unanimous to add
Standing Items
Procedural: 1. Call to Order
Procedural: 2. Invocation, Pledge
Procedural: 3. Roll Call
Presentation, Recognition: 4. Superintendent's Report
Action: 5.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)
Pull 5D6, 5D7, 5D35, 5D1 from consent to discuss
Pull and defer 5D18 until August 20, 2024 Special Board meeting
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Item 5 - A. Consent Agenda - Reports
Action (Consent): 1. to receive reports on school construction projects - Mr. Clyde Washington
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Item 5 - B. Consent Agenda - Action Minutes
Action (Consent): 1. to approve the minutes of the 7/2/24 and the 6/25/24 meetings of the Board as written and to be published in the official journal, The Town Talk and to approve the 7/16/24 Personnel, Education, Finance, and District 62 Committee meetings, and the 6/24/24 Executive meeting
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Item 5 - C. Consent Agenda - Action Education
Action (Consent): *1. Motion to approve Vector Pathways for Career and Technical Education Programs to support career readiness programs in middle and high schools for school year 2024-2025 - LaRunda Hobbs Pierce
Resolution: to approve Vector Solutions-Vector Pathways for Career and Technical Education Programs to support career readiness programs in middle and high schools for school year 2024-2025
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *2. Motion to approve revised Head Start Quality Improvement and Corrective Action Plans and add new policies and procedures - Ms. Candice Gladney
Resolution:to approve revised Head Start Quality Improvement and Corrective Action Plans and add new policies and procedures
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Item 5 - 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
Resolution: 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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *2. Motion to approve/adopt any budget changes/amendments – Ms. Elizabeth Domite
Resolution:to approve/adopt any budget changes/amendments
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *4. Motion to receive a budget update for General Fund, Food and Nutrition Fund, District 62 Series 2022 Bond Fund, and District 62 Series 2023 Bond Fund as required by Statewide Agreed Upon Procedures by LA Legislative Auditor – Ms. Elizabeth Domite
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
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 - Addie Thompson
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action: *6.Motion to discuss and take action on the Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) application from Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (LA Economic Development Application #20210324-ITE) - Elizabeth Domite
5D6 and 5D7 taken pulled from consent agenda and taken in globo
Substitute Motion - to approve Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) application from Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (LA Economic Development Application #20210324-ITE)
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Wilton Barrios.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action: *7.Motion to discuss and take action on the Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) application from Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (LA Economic Development Application #20190515-ITE) - Elizabeth Domite
Substitute Motion - to approve Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) application from Procter & Gamble Manufacturing Company (LA Economic Development Application #20190515-ITE)
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *8. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for “Alexandria Middle Magnet School Construction and Renovations – Phase I" (Bid No. 62-24-10) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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 “Alexandria Middle Magnet School Construction and Renovations – Phase I" (Bid No. 62-24-10) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *9. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for “Alexandria Sr High Air Handler Replacement" (Bid No. 25-08) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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 (WOID 224286) - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution:Authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for “Alexandria Sr High Air Handler Replacement" (Bid No. 25-08) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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 (WOID 224286)
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *10. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for “Boiler Replacement at Peabody Magnet High School" (Bid No. 25-05) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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 (WOID 224364) - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution:Authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for “Boiler Replacement at Peabody Magnet High School" (Bid No. 25-05) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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 (WOID 224364)
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *11. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for “Purchase of Cafeteria Materials & Supplies" (Bid No. 25-14) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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 Cafeteria Materials & Supplies" (Bid No. 25-14) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *12. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for “Tioga Jr High Bus Storage Building" (Bid No. 11-24-11) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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 “Tioga Jr High Bus Storage Building" (Bid No. 11-24-11) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *13. Motion to authorize the Secretary to advertise for bids for “Replacement of Hand Wash Stations at Mary Goff Elementary" (Bid No. 11-25-00) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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 “Replacement of Hand Wash Stations at Mary Goff Elementary" (Bid No. 11-25-00) and authorize the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and 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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *14. Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for “Alexandria Sr High School Additions and Renovations” (Bid #62-24-19); 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 Monday, July 15, 2024 at 10:00 AM by the Central Office Staff for “Alexandria Sr High School Additions and Renovations” (Bid #62-24-19); 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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *15. Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for “Northwood High School Weight Room Expansion Project” (Bid #23-55); 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 Tuesday, July 23, 2024 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for “Northwood High School Weight Room Expansion Project” (Bid #23-55); 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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *16. Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Wednesday, July 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for “Renovations at Horseshoe Drive Elementary” (Bid #62-24-16); 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, July 24, 2024 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for “Renovations at Horseshoe Drive Elementary” (Bid #62-24-16); 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
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *17. Motion to reject quotes received on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 10:00 AM for RPSB RFQ #25-01 "Replacement of HVAC System in ROTC Building at Alexandria Sr High" for just cause (Bid received over budget) and to re-authorize the Secretary to advertise for quotes for "Replacement of HVAC System in ROTC Building at Alexandria Sr High" (RPSB Quote# 25-01A); and the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and Central Office Staff to receive quotes and a recommendation to be made to the Board - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution:to reject quotes received on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at 10:00 AM for RPSB RFQ #25-01 "Replacement of HVAC System in ROTC Building at Alexandria Sr High" for just cause (Bid received over budget) and to re-authorize the Secretary to advertise for quotes for "Replacement of HVAC System in ROTC Building at Alexandria Sr High" (RPSB Quote# 25-01A); and the Executive Committee and/or the Superintendent and Central Office Staff to receive quotes and a recommendation to be made to the Board
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action: *18.Motion to ratify and confirm bids received on Monday, August 5, 2024 at 2:00 PM by the Central Office Staff for “Peabody Magnet High School Roof Replacement” (Bid #62-25-00); 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
Pull and defer until August 20, 2024 Special Board meeting
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Action (Consent): *19. Motion to approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to 1967 Sales Tax Fund (Fund 025) in the amount of $ 250,000 from June 27, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay – August 1, 2024 – Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to 1967 Sales Tax Fund (Fund 025) in the amount of $ 250,000 from June 27, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay – August 1, 2024
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *20. Motion to approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to 1987 Sales Tax Fund (Fund 026) in the amount of $ 490,000 from June 27, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay – August 1, 2024 – Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to 1987 Sales Tax Fund (Fund 026) in the amount of $ 490,000 from June 27, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay – August 1, 2024
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *21. Motion to approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to Special Programs Funds in the amount of $1,000,000 from July 8, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay - August 15, 2024 - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution:Approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to Special Programs Funds in the amount of $1,000,000 from July 8, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay - August 15, 2024
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *22. Motion to announce public hearing for leving tax millages for 2024 Tax Levy - Elizabeth Domite
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *23. Motion to authorize staff to publish notice and advertise the Public Hearing on the proposed budgets for 2024-2025 - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Authorize staff to publish notice and advertise the Public Hearing on the proposed budgets for 2024-2025
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *24. Motion to approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to District 56 Maintenance Fund (Fund 013) in the amount of $ 10,000 from July 11, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay – December 31, 2024 – Elizabeth Domite
Resolution:Approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to District 56 Maintenance Fund (Fund 013) in the amount of $ 10,000 from July 11, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay – December 31, 2024
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *25. Motion to approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to Special Programs in the amount of $ 2,800,000 from July 11, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay – September 1, 2024 – Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: Approve inter-fund loan from General Fund to Special Programs in the amount of $ 2,800,000 from July 11, 2024 until funds are sufficient to repay – September 1, 2024
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *26. Motion to approve Professional Services Contract with Christa Mayo to serve as Instructional Coach/Administrator Manager of Early Childhood Education Seats Program August 6, 2024-June 30, 2025 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith - Cindy Rushing
Resolution: Approve Professional Services Contract with Christa Mayo to serve as Instructional Coach/Administrator Manager of Early Childhood Education Seats Program August 6, 2024-June 30, 2025 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *27. Motion to approve Professional Services Contract with Rebekah Buckels to serve as Instructional Coach of Early Childhood Education Seats Program August 6, 2024-June 30, 2025 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith - Cindy Rushing
Resolution:Approve Professional Services Contract with Rebekah Buckels to serve as Instructional Coach of Early Childhood Education Seats Program August 6, 2024-June 30, 2025 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *28. Motion to approve Professional Services Contract with CAC Consulting Group to implement strategic plan for access and quality with the Rapides Ready Start Network Program August 6, 2024-June 30, 2025 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith - Cindy Rushing
Resolution: Approve Professional Services Contract with CAC Consulting Group to implement strategic plan for access and quality with the Rapides Ready Start Network Program August 6, 2024-June 30, 2025 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *29. Motion to approve Professional Services Contract with DL Clegg LLC to conduct infant, toddler and Pre-K CLASS observations September 16, 2024-May 16, 2025 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith - Cindy Rushing
Resolution: Approve Professional Services Contract with DL Clegg LLC to conduct infant, toddler and Pre-K CLASS observations September 16, 2024-May 16, 2025 and authorize the Board President to sign any and all documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *30. Motion to approve Professional Services Contracts for provision of services to students: a. Applied Behavior Analysis Consultants b. Visual Communication Services c. Literacy Intervention Instruction – Susan Dewees
Resolution: to approve Professional Services Contracts for provision of services to students: a. Applied Behavior Analysis Consultants b. Visual Communication Services c. Literacy Intervention Instruction
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *31. Motion to approve Professional Services Contracts for provision of services to students: a. Physical Therapy b. Occupational Therapy c. School Psychologist d. Speech Therapy - Susan Dewees
Resolution:to approve Professional Services Contracts for provision of services to students: a. Physical Therapy b. Occupational Therapy c. School Psychologist d. Speech Therapy
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *32. Motion to approve professional services contracts to support teaching and learning of students with disabilities for the 2024- 2025 school year - Susan Dewees
Resolution:to approve professional services contracts to support teaching and learning of students with disabilities for the 2024- 2025 school year
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *33. Motion to approve professional services contracts with Xerox and Docushare for the purpose of scanning and storing digital copies of student records - Susan Dewees
Resolution:to approve professional services contracts with Xerox and Docushare for the purpose of scanning and storing digital copies of student records
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *34. Motion to approve nursing contracts for the 2024-2025 school year - Susan Dewees
Resolution:to approve nursing contracts for the 2024-2025 school year
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action: *35.Motion to approve commercial advertisements of digital signage/jumbotron for Pineville High School and Tioga High School - Mr. Alan Lacombe and Mr. Jeff Powell
Amend to read - to approve commercial advertainments of digital signage/jumbotron for Pineville High School and Tioga High School subject to contract language approved by legal counsel
Motion by Mark Dryden, second by Steve Berry.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *36. Motion to approve professional services contracts for welding professionals providing student instruction and certification preparation in the area of National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Welding Level 1 for school year 2024-2025 - LaRunda Hobbs Pierce
Resolution: Motion to approve professional services contracts for welding professionals providing student instruction and certification preparation in the area of National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Welding Level 1 for school year 2024-2025. - LaRunda Hobbs Pierce
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *37. Motion to approve an “Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement” (AIA Document G802-2017) with Barron Heiberg & Brocato / Fusion in reference to the District 62 Alexandria Middle Magnet School Project for compensation adjustment for increased AFC and additional services for lost time with reprioritizing the bid alternates, therefore adjusting the Architect’s compensation and schedule fee by eighty two thousand, six hundred eighty-four dollars and zero cents ($82,684.00) and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith – Mr. Roy F. Rachal / Mr. Ben Rath
Resolution:to approve an “Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement” (AIA Document G802-2017) with Barron Heiberg & Brocato / Fusion in reference to the District 62 Alexandria Middle Magnet School Project for compensation adjustment for increased AFC and additional services for lost time with reprioritizing the bid alternates, therefore adjusting the Architect’s compensation and schedule fee by eighty two thousand, six hundred eighty-four dollars and zero cents ($82,684.00) and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *38. Motion to approve Change Order #1 for the "IAQ Enhancements at L.S. Rugg Elementary School" (Bid #100-28 and WO #220007) contract between the Rapides Parish School Board and Gallo Mechanical, L.L.C. increasing the original contract sum by thirty two thousand, two hundred fifty-eight dollars and zero cents (+$32,258.00) therefore changing the new contract sum to one million, four hundred sixty-two thousand, two hundred fifty-eight dollars and zero cents ($1,462,258.00) along with no change in contract days and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith – Mr. Roy F. Rachal
Resolution:to approve Change Order #1 for the "IAQ Enhancements at L.S. Rugg Elementary School" (Bid #100-28 and WO #220007) contract between the Rapides Parish School Board and Gallo Mechanical, L.L.C. increasing the original contract sum by thirty two thousand, two hundred fifty-eight dollars and zero cents (+$32,258.00) therefore changing the new contract sum to one million, four hundred sixty-two thousand, two hundred fifty-eight dollars and zero cents ($1,462,258.00) along with no change in contract days and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *39. Motion to approve Change Order #1 on “District 62 Bond - D. F. Huddle Elementary Construction Project” (Re: RPSB Bid No. 62-24-06 – WOID #207405 & P.O. #24001363) contract between the Rapides Parish School Board and Pat Willams Construction, LLC., increasing the Contract Sum of $2,302,200 by $4,344 thus increasing the new Contract Sum to $2,306,544 with no increase in Contract Time and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith – Mr. Roy Rachal/Mr. Ben Rath
Resolution: to approve Change Order #1 on “District 62 Bond - D. F. Huddle Elementary Construction Project” (Re: RPSB Bid No. 62-24-06 – WOID #207405 & P.O. #24001363) contract between the Rapides Parish School Board and Pat Willams Construction, LLC., increasing the Contract Sum of $2,302,200 by $4,344 thus increasing the new Contract Sum to $2,306,544 with no increase in Contract Time and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *40. Motion to approve Change Order #3 on “District 62 Bond – Acadian Elementary Project” (Re: RPSB Bid No. 62-24-026 – WOID #207400 & P.O. #24001249) contract between the Rapides Parish School Board and Tudor, Inc., increasing the current Contract Sum of $1,631,326 by $21,019 thus increasing the new Contract Sum to $1,652,345 with no increase in Contract Time and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith – Mr. Roy Rachal/Mr. Ben Rath
Resolution:to approve Change Order #3 on “District 62 Bond – Acadian Elementary Project” (Re: RPSB Bid No. 62-24-026 – WOID #207400 & P.O. #24001249) contract between the Rapides Parish School Board and Tudor, Inc., increasing the current Contract Sum of $1,631,326 by $21,019 thus increasing the new Contract Sum to $1,652,345 with no increase in Contract Time and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *41. Motion to approve Change Order #2 for the “Interior Renovations at Tioga Elementary School” (Re: RPSB Bid #11-24-07 and WO #209065) contract between the Rapides Parish School Board and Southern Craftsman Construction, LLC decreasing the contract sum by ten thousand, two hundred-forty dollars ($10,240.00) therefore changing the original contract sum from $207,325.00 to $197,085.00 with no change in contract time and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith – Mr. Roy F. Rachal
Resolution: to approve Change Order #2 for the “Interior Renovations at Tioga Elementary School” (Re: RPSB Bid #11-24-07 and WO #209065) contract between the Rapides Parish School Board and Southern Craftsman Construction, LLC decreasing the contract sum by ten thousand, two hundred-forty dollars ($10,240.00) therefore changing the original contract sum from $207,325.00 to $197,085.00 with no change in contract time and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Item 5 - E. Consent Agenda - Discipline
Action: 1.to uphold the Rapides Parish School Board Discipline Review Committee's recommendation - Mr. Terrence Williams
Resolution: to uphold the Rapides Parish School Board Discipline Review Committee's recommendation
Mr. Willard McCall calls a question, second by Mr. Wilton Barrios
Discussion ends and vote is taken
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Mark Dryden.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Wally Fall
Nay: Willard McCall, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson
Item 5 - F. Consent Agenda - Personnel
Action (Consent), Reports: *1. Motion to receive reports as follows: - Mrs. Naomi Belvin
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent), Reports: *2. Motion to approve leave requests – Mrs. Naomi Belvin
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent), Reports: *3. Motion to discuss any personnel complaints that may go before the full board for action - Mrs. Naomi Belvin
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *4. Motion to discuss and approve a new job description for Certified Nursing Assistant – Susan Dewees
Resolution:to approve a new job description for Certified Nursing Assistant
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action (Consent): *5. Motion to approve converting paraprofessional positions to certified nursing assistant positions from our current allotment as needed - Susan Dewees
Item 5 - G. Consent Agenda - District 62
Action (Consent), Reports: *1. Motion to receive an update on the progress of the District 62 Bond - Mr. Jeff Powell
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Regular Agenda
Action: 6.Adopt the adjusted millage rate(s) - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: to adopt the Resolution for the adjusted millage rate(s)
RESOLUTION NO. 1
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Rapides Parish School Board of the Parish of Rapides, Louisiana, in a public meeting held on August 6, 2024, which meeting was conducted in accordance with the Open Meetings Law and the additional requirements of Article VII, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B), that the following adjusted millage rates be and they are hereby levied upon the dollar of the assessed valuation of all property subject to ad valorem taxation within said Parish for the year 2024, for the purpose of raising revenue:
MILLAGE
School District Parishwide – Constitutional Levy 4.77 mills
School District Parishwide – General Fund 11.67 mills
School District Parishwide – General Fund 7.21 mills
School District Parishwide – Maintenance 2.06 mills
School District 11 – Maintenance 4.88 mills
School District 11 – Maintenance 1.99 mills
School District 11 – Maintenance 4.93 mills
School District 16 – Maintenance 6.91 mills
School District 27 – Maintenance 12.74 mills
School District 50 – Maintenance 6.08 mills
School District 50 – Maintenance 4.03 mills
School District 50 – Maintenance 9.71 mills
School District 50 – Food Preservation 3.51 mills
School District 51 – Maintenance 6.61 mills
School District 51 – Maintenance 7.11 mills
School District 52 – Maintenance 6.77 mills
School District 52 – Maintenance & Technology 7.21 mills
School District 55 – Maintenance 3.09 mills
School District 55 – Maintenance 4.11 mills
School District 55 – Food Preservation 4.65 mills
School District 55 – Food Preservation 2.06 mills
School District 56 – Maintenance 3.64 mills
School District 56 – Maintenance 1.94 mills
School District 56 – Maintenance 4.82 mills
School District 57 – Maintenance 4.79 mills
School District 61 – Maintenance 4.74 mills
School District 62 – Maintenance 4.11 mills
School District 62 – Maintenance 4.09 mills
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Assessor of the Parish of Rapides_, shall extend upon the assessment roll for the year 2024 the taxes herein levied, and the tax collector of said Parish shall collect and remit the same to said taxing authority in accordance with law.
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Mark Dryden.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action: 7. Set forth the adjust millage rate(s) and roll forward to millage rate(s) not exceeding the maximum authorized rate(s) - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: to adopt resolution o Set forth the adjust millage rate(s) and roll forward to millage rate(s) not exceeding the maximum authorized rate(s)
RESOLUTION NO. 2
BE IT RESOLVED, by the Rapides Parish School Board of the Parish of Rapides, Louisiana, in a public meeting held on August 6, 2024, which meeting was conducted in accordance with the Open Meetings Law and the additional requirements of Article VII, Section 23(C) of the Louisiana Constitution and R.S. 47:1705(B), that the taxing district voted to increase the millage rate(s), but not in excess of the prior year’s maximum rate(s), on all taxable property shown on the official assessment roll for the year 2024, and when collected, the revenues from said taxes shall be used only for the specific purposes for which said taxes have been levied. Said millage rate(s) are:
Adjusted Rate 2024 Levy
School District Parishwide – Constitutional Levy 4.77 mills 4.93 mills
School District Parishwide – General Fund 11.67 mills 12.06 mills
School District Parishwide – General Fund 7.21 mills 7.45 mills
School District Parishwide – Maintenance 2.06 mills 2.13 mills
School District 11 – Maintenance 4.88 mills 5.16 mills
School District 11 – Maintenance 1.99 mills 2.10 mills
School District 11 – Maintenance 4.93 mills 5.22 mills
School District 16 – Maintenance 6.91 mills 7.07 mills
School District 27 – Maintenance 12.74 mills 12.86 mills
School District 50 – Maintenance 6.08 mills 6.36 mills
School District 50 – Maintenance 4.03 mills 4.21 mills
School District 50 – Maintenance 9.71 mills 10.15 mills
School District 50 – Food Preservation 3.51 mills 3.67 mills
School District 51 – Maintenance 6.61 mills 6.97 mills
School District 51 – Maintenance 7.11 mills 7.50 mills
School District 52 – Maintenance 6.77 mills 6.96 mills
School District 52 – Maintenance & Technology 7.21 mills 7.41 mills
School District 55 – Maintenance 3.09 mills 3.13 mills
School District 55 – Maintenance 4.11 mills 4.17 mills
School District 55 – Food Preservation 4.65 mills 4.71 mills
School District 55 – Food Preservation 2.06 mills 2.09 mills
School District 56 – Maintenance 3.64 mills 3.78 mills
School District 56 – Maintenance 1.94 mills 2.02 mills
School District 56 – Maintenance 4.82 mills 5.01 mills
School District 57 – Maintenance 4.79 mills 4.88 mills
School District 61 – Maintenance 4.74 mills 4.80 mills
School District 62 – Maintenance 4.11 mills 4.27 mills
School District 62 – Maintenance 4.09 mills 4.25 mills
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Assessor of the Parish of Rapides, shall extend upon the assessment roll for the year 2024 the taxes herein levied, and the tax collector of said Parish shall collect and remit the same to said taxing authority in accordance with law.
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Linda Burgess.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action: 8. Adopt other authorized millages or taxes - Elizabeth Domite
Resolution: to adopt Resolution to other authorized millages or taxes
RESOLUTION 3
BE IT RESOLVED, that the following millage(s) are hereby levied on the 2024 tax roll on all property subject to taxation by Rapides Parish School Board:
(Name of taxing district)
MILLAGE
School District 11 – Technology 3.08 mills
School District 22A – Maintenance 3.26 mills
School District 22A – Maintenance 11.05 mills
School District 58 – Maintenance 19.05 mills
School District 11 - Bond 1057 134 8.20 mills
School District 11 – Bond 1057 153 11.80 mills
School District 16 – Bond 1057 128 22.00 mills
School District 27 – Bond 1057 141 30.50 mills
School District 52 – Bond 1057 129 17.00 mills
School District 55 – Bond 1057 142 10.00 mills
School District 57 - Bond 1057 127 16.50 mills
School District 57 – Bond 1057 154 13.50 mills
School District 58 – Bond 1057 143 38.00 mills
School District 62 – Bond 1057 152 14.50 mills
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the proper administrative officials of the Parish of Rapides, State of Louisiana, be and they are hereby empowered, authorized, and directed to spread said taxes, as hereinabove set forth, upon the assessment roll of said Parish for the year 2024, and to make the collection of the taxes imposed for and on behalf of the taxing authority, according to law, and that the taxes herein levied shall become a permanent lien and privilege on all property subject to taxation as herein set forth, and collection thereof shall be enforceable in the manner provided by law.
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Mark Dryden.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Presentation: 9. Motion to receive the quarterly reports on maintenance funds for the quarter ended June 30, 2024 - Elizabeth Domite
Report given, no action needed
Presentation: 10. Motion to receive the semi-annual reports for all Special Revenue Funds as required by the Statewide Agree Upon Procedures by the LA Legislative Auditor - Elizabeth Domite
Report given, no action needed
Action: 11. Motion to receive an update on polices and procedures for employee attendance at the August Personnel Committee and include any recommendations for administration regarding effective and efficient time and attendance accounting - Dr. Stephen Chapman
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Action: 12.Motion to approve the ChildPlus Software license renewal for the 2024 - 2025 school year at $24,700.00 and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith - Ms. Candice Gladney
Resolution: to approve the ChildPlus Software license renewal for the 2024 - 2025 school year at $24,700.00 and authorize the Board President to sign any documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Steve Berry.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Absent: Wilton Barrios
Action: 13. Motion to discuss and approve contract with NIET for Educator Effectiveness Preparation and Support System for the 2024-2025 school year and have Board President sign any documentation in connection therewith – Mrs. Shannon Alford
Resolution: to approve contract with NIET for Educator Effectiveness Preparation and Support System for the 2024-2025 school year and have Board President sign any documentation in connection therewith
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Add Ons
Action: 18. Motion to discuss the possibility of a pay increase for school secretaries - Mr. Wilton Barrios and Mr. Willard McCall
Send back to August Finance Committee meeting
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Willard McCall.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Linda Burgess, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, Sandra Franklin, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Members go into Executive Session at 6:17 PM
EXECUTIVE SESSION
Action: 14. Motion to go into Executive Session to for a safety and security report – Ms Elizabeth Domite, Mr. Roy Rachal and Mr. Jeff Powell
Action: 15. Motion to go into Executive Session to discuss with upper administration and legal advising counsel, District 62 Program Management Agreement between Rapides Parish School Board and CSRS, LLC - Mr. Willard McCall
Pulled and deferred to August 20, 2024 Special Board meeting
Action: 16.Motion to go into Executive Session to conduct and present the Superintendent’s Annual Evaluation - Mr. Wilton Barrios and Linda Burgess
Members return from Executive Session at 7:12 PM
Action: 17.Motion to discuss and take possible action on Superintendent contract extension - Dr. Stephen Chapman
Amend Motion to be on Regular Agenda and not Executive Session
Substitute motion - to award the Superintendent a 4 year extension to his contract - Dr. Stephen Chapman
Motion by Steve Berry, second by Mark Dryden.
Final Resolution: Motion Carries
Aye: Stephen Chapman, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, George Johnson, Wally Fall
Nay: Linda Burgess, Sandra Franklin
Substitute motion - to award the Superintendent a 2 year extension to his contract - Mrs. Sandra Franklin
Motion by Willard McCall, second by Wilton Barrios.
Motion Fails
Aye: Linda Burgess, Sandra Franklin
Nay: Stephen Chapman, Willard McCall, Mark Dryden, Steve Berry, Wilton Barrios, George Johnson, Wally Fall
ADJOURNMENT
Action: Adjourn the meeting
RAPIDES PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
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/s/Dr. Stephen Chapman
President
ATTEST:
/s/Jeff Powell
Secretary
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