November 22, 2011 Regular Meeting
Invocation Pledge of Allegiance Call to Order (7:10 p.m.)1. Attendance Minutes: Present: Janice Kerekes, District 1; Carol Studdard, District 2; Charles Van Zant, Jr., District 3; Frank Farrell, District 4 and Lisa Graham, District 5. Superintendent Ben Wortham was also present.
Consent AgendaSuperintendent
2. C-1 Minutes of Special Meeting Oct. 13, 2011, Disciplinary Hearings and Regular Meeting on Oct. 18, 2011Attachment: SpecMtgMins Oct13-2011.pdf Attachment: StuDispHrg 0ct18-2011.pdf (Confidential Item) Attachment: MinsRegMtg-0ct18-2011.pdf Deputy Superintendent
3. C-2 Proposed Staff Allocation Changes for 2011-2012Attachment: Allocation Summary - Current Backup November 22, 2011.pdf 4. C-3 Proposed Calendars for 2012-2013 and 2013-2014Attachment: Calendar - Student 2012-2013.pdf Attachment: Calendar - Student 2013-2014.pdf Attachment: Calendar - Employee Work 2012-2013 Final.pdf 5. C-4 Safety and Articulation Agreement 2011-2012Attachment: Safety and Articulation Agreement 2011-2012.pdf 6. C-5 Interlocal Agreement with Clay County Sheriff's Office for Reimbursement of Expenses for Traffic Education ProgramAttachment: Interlocal Agreement-Traffic Ed.pdf 7. C-6 Contract with Sabrina Gaston for Secretarial/Paralegal Assistance to School Board AttorneyAttachment: AGREEMENT FOR SECRETARIAL SERVICES-12-2011.pdf 8. C-7 Compliance Report - Bi-Annual Policy ReviewAttachment: Compliance Report FS120.74.pdf Attachment: Bi-Annual Review SBPolicies.pdf Human Resources
9. C-8 Revised Agreement with Saint Leo University for Discount Educational Provider ProgramAttachment: Saint Leo University 11-22-11.pdf 10. C-9 Professional Internship Agreement between the School District of Clay County and Ohio University for counselor traineesAttachment: Ohio University 11-22-11.pdf 11. C-10 Student Teaching Agreement between the School District of Clay County and Liberty UniversityAttachment: Liberty University 11-22-11.pdf 12. C-11 Personnel Consent AgendaAttachment: Personnel Consent Agenda 11-22-11.pdf Instruction
13. C-12 Out of State/Overnight Travel 14. C-13 Out of State Travel-Title I Curriculum Specialist - Math Leadership Summit, 12/5-7/11 - San Francisco, CA Attachment: Out of State Travel for Lisa Goodwin.pdf 15. C-14 SACS Two-Year Progress ReportAttachment: SACS Two-Year Progress Report.pdf 16. C-15 Amend the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Contract - 7/1/11-6/30/12.Attachment: DCF 2011-12 contract amendment.pdf 17. C-16 Agreement for Use of Facilities between CCSD and First Coast Technical CollegeAttachment: FCTCagreement.pdf 18. C-17 Grant ApprovalAttachment: November 2011 Board Grant Approval.pdf 19. C-18 Co-Enrollee list for October 2011Attachment: Co-Enrollee list for October 2011.pdf (Confidential Item) 20. C-19 CVA Graduation Options and Activities 21. C-20 Student TravelAttachment: Student Travel-November, 2011.pdf 22. C-21 Bannerman Learning Center Placements in Lieu of Expulsion and ESE Alternative School UpdateAttachment: BLC placements.pdf Business Affairs
23. C-22 Monthly Property Report - October, 2011 - Furniture/EquipmentAttachment: Furniture-Equipment Report-October, 11.pdf 24. C-23 Monthly Property Report - October, 2011 - AV MaterialsAttachment: Audiovisual Report-October, 11.pdf 25. C-24 Monthly Property Report - October, 2011 - SoftwareAttachment: Software Report-October, 11.pdf 26. C-25 Monthly Property Report - October, 2011 - VehiclesAttachment: Vehicles Report-October, 11.pdf 27. C-26 Deletion of Certain Items Report - November, 2011Attachment: Deletion Report-November, 11.pdf Attachment: Deletion Report-(Attachments), November, 11.pdf 28. C-27 Bank Resolutions Due to Change of School Board Chairperson 29. C-28 Payment of Bonds for the Chairman and Vice-Chairman 30. C-29 Budget Amendments for the Month of October, 2011Attachment: budget cover sheet_impact stmt.pdf Attachment: budget amendments 10-2011.pdf 31. C-30 Warrants and Vouchers for October, 2011Attachment: Warrants & Vouchers October, 2011.pdf 32. C-31 Write off Non-Sufficient Funds checks at Schools 33. C-32 Bid to Be Awarded November 2011Attachment: 11_22_11 Release Letter Rozier's Oil.pdf Attachment: 11_22_11 Release Letter Seating Constructors.pdf Attachment: 11_22_11 Revoke Letter All American Fence Company.pdf 34. C-33 Bid Renewals November 2011 Support Services
35. C-34 Pre-Qualification of ContractorsAttachment: Contractor List 11,22,11.pdf 36. C-35 Final Completion of Ridgeview Elementary School Chiller Replacement and Air Handling Unit Replacement Buildings 1 & 3Attachment: RVE Bldgs 1 & 3 Final Completion.pdf 37. C-36 Additive Change Order #4 for Ridgeview Elementary School Chiller Replacement & Air Handling Unit Replacement Buildings 1 & 3Attachment: RVE Bldgs 1 & 3 CO 4.pdf 38. C-37 Additive Change Order #6 for Middleburg Elementary School Building 1 RemodelAttachment: MBE Bldg 1 Remodel CO 6.pdf 39. C-38 Ridgeview High School Cafeteria Expansion Phase I Contract AwardAttachment: RVHS Cafeteria Expansion Final Bid Tab.pdf
Adoption of Consent Agenda40. Adoption of all remaining Consent Items
Motions: | Approve the Consent Items as presented. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Lisa Graham | Second: Janice Kerekes | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Aye | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Aye |
Recognitions and Awards41. The Marilyn Grigsby Award presentation to the School Board and the ESE Department. Minutes: Ronna Smith, Clay County Coordinator for Special Olympics, presented the Marilyn Grigsby Award to the Clay County School Board and Exceptional Student Education Department as an outstanding organization for consistent and ongoing support of the Special Olympics Program.
Scheduled Citizen Requests42. 1. Ben Owens 2. Harry Parrott 3. Linda Schaeffer 4. Rev. Patricia Ray 5. Rev. Elizabeth TealAttachment: Speakers - 11-22-11.pdf Minutes: The following individuals spoke on prayer at the flagpole: Ben Owens, Harry Parrott, Linda Schaeffer, Rev. Patricia Ray and Rev. Elizabeth Teal.
Due to the number of speakers on this topic the Board Chairman allowed presentations from the audience to be added to this item. There were 22 additional speakers. See attached list. Presenters (None) Discussion AgendaDeputy Superintendent
43. Class Size Flexibility Minutes: Denise Adams, Deputy Superintendent, announced that we have met class size. This formalized flexibility limits the remainder of the school year.
Motions: | Approve the findings as presented. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Janice Kerekes | Second: Lisa Graham | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Aye | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Aye |
Human Resources
44. Ratify the 2011-2012 Amendment to the 2011-2014 Master Contract between the Clay County Education Association and the School District of Clay CountyAttachment: 2011-2012 Ratification Package.pdf Minutes: Denise Adams, Deputy Superintendent, explained that language had been refreshed and rewritten to meet Florida Statutes SB 736 in which seniority is no longer allowed to be used when reduction in force is necessary. The professional day was reduced to 7.50 hours, which brings it in compliance with the rest of the school district's work hours, as well as the majority of the teachers around the state. Also, an attendance incentive in which the substitute budget, which is normally spent during the year, will be given to teachers as incentive to remain in the classroom. This incentive will not recur next year, it is for 2011-2012 only.
Speaker: Steve Richards, President of CCEA spoke on behalf of the contract and encouraged its acceptance.
Charlie Van Zant, Jr., Board member, raised the issue of the contract being ratified by the School Board first, before ratification by the CCEA and the attendance incentive.
Motions: | Ratify the Tentative Agreement. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Janice Kerekes | Second: Frank Farrell | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Aye | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Nay |
45. Human Resources - Special Actions Minutes: There were none.
Instruction
46. Summer School 2012Attachment: Summer School 2012.pdf Attachment: Summer School 2012 costs.pdf Minutes: Lyle Bandy, Director of Student Services, explained the history of summer school costs. Initially summer school was operated with FTE funding. When the Legislature eliminated FTE as an option to fund summer school, Adult Education became the solution. This year the computer based Compass Program for course recovery will be used. Each student will be charged a technology fee of $75.00 per course. However, students on free and reduced lunch will not pay for the class. The anticipated cost to the district will be approximately $30,000. This is the first time a fee has been charged for summer school.
Motions: | Approve Summer School 2012 as submitted. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Lisa Graham | Second: Charles Van Zant, Jr. | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Aye | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Aye |
Business Affairs
47. Monthly Financial Report for October, 2011Attachment: PAGE 1 MONTHLY FIN-Sum Cash.pdf Attachment: PAGE 2 MONTHLY FIN-GREV.pdf Attachment: PAGE 3 MONTHLY FIN-GREXP.pdf Attachment: PAGE 4 MONTHLY FIN-DSREVEXP.pdf Attachment: PAGE 5 MONTHLY FIN Capital Projects.pdf Attachment: PAGE 6 MONTLY FIN Capital Projects By Project.pdf Attachment: PAGE 7 MONTHLY FIN-FOOD SERVICE.pdf Attachment: PAGE 8 MONTHLY FIN -SPREV42X.pdf Attachment: PAGE 10 MONTHLY FIN- ARRA-SPREV43X.pdf Attachment: PAGE 9 MONTHLY FIN-INSURANCE.pdf Minutes: Dr. George Copeland, Assistant Superintendent for Business Affairs, reported that the district is progressing for the year as comparable to what has been budgeted and what has been expended. No significant cut backs in the general fund. We are, however, starting to see some reduction in the Federal fund allocation. Should be receiving the third calculation some time next month.
Motions: | Approve the monthly financial report for October, 2011, as presented. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Frank Farrell | Second: Lisa Graham | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Aye | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Aye |
48. Public Hearing - Amendments to CCSB Policy 6GX-10-5.02 General PoliciesAttachment: Amendment - 5.02 GeneralPolicies.pdf Minutes: Dr. Copeland explained the minor change to the policy. Public Hearing was held with no one present to speak to the item. Public Hearing was closed.
Motions: | Approve amendments to CCSB Policy 5.02 as submitted. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Lisa Graham | Second: Charles Van Zant, Jr. | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Aye | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Aye |
Motion Minutes:
Presentations from the Audience49. Speaker Minutes: Stanley F. Pfenning spoke on government in the sunshine and public participation at workshops.
Superintendent Requests50. Comment Minutes: The Superintendent wished everyone a happy Thanksgiving.
School Board's Requests51. Emergency Request Minutes: This item took place following Item 42 - Scheduled Citizen Requests.
Motions: | Motion to declare an emergency to consider request to authorize the Board Attorney to seek an injunction against Ron Baker and others. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Frank Farrell | Second: Janice Kerekes | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Nay | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Nay |
Motion Minutes: Ms. Graham suggested a workshop to help the Board further clarify the issue and reach a better understanding among themselves. Mr. Farrell explained that the purpose of movement to an injunction is to let the court decide the Constitutional and legal questions. Mr. Van Zant suggested a workshop would be a reasonable course of action in light of several different legal opinions.
Mr. Van Zant stated School Board Policy indicates that the superintendent and a school board member, with proper approval of the School Board, may introduce an emergency item that is not on the agenda. The rule does not preclude the right of any citizen to address the Board. The emergency item was called and no one was asked to speak to the item. Additionally, any backup information given to a board member pertaining to an upcoming action should be made available to all board members.
Motions: | Call for the question. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Frank Farrell | Second: Janice Kerekes | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Nay | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Nay |
52. Authorization Request Minutes:
Motions: | Motion that School Board authorize Board Attorney to file petition for injunction against Reverend Baker and others to prohibit their presence on elementary school property. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Frank Farrell | Second: Janice Kerekes | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Nay | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Nay |
Motion Minutes:
53. Comments Minutes: Board members wished everyone a very happy Thanksgiving.
Attorney's Requests54. Emergency Request Minutes: The emergency is requested due to the limited time for a reply to the lawsuit (21 days) and the length of time until the next regular board meeting (December 15th), therefore, it is critical that an investigation and response begin immediately.
Motions: | Motion was made to declare an emergency to consider a request to authorize Board Attorney to retain outside counsel to assist in civil rights lawsuit. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Janice Kerekes | Second: Lisa Graham | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Aye | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Aye |
55. Attorney Request Minutes:
Motions: | Approve attorney request to retain the law firm of Sniffen and Spellman to assist in defense of lawsuit. | - PASS | | Vote Results | Motion: Frank Farrell | Second: Lisa Graham | Frank Farrell | - Aye | Lisa Graham | - Aye | Janice Kerekes | - Aye | Carol Studdard | - Aye | Charles Van Zant, Jr. | - Aye |
Adjournment (11:30 p.m.) |