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Manatee County School District


School Board of Manatee County
215 Manatee Avenue West
Bradenton, FL
www.manateeschools.net

Regular Meeting - 5:45 p.m.

December 15, 2008 - Regular Meeting


ATTENDANCE (5:45 p.m.)
1. Attendance

Minutes: 

Board members present: Walter E. Miller Chairman, Jane R. Pfeilsticker Vice-Chairman; Robert C. Gause, Barbara A. Harvey, and Harry G. Kinnan. Also present:  Dr. Roger Dearing, Superintendent; Lynette Edwards, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction; Herb Tschappat, Assistant Superintendent for District Support Services; Tim McGonegal, Assistant Superintendent for Business Services; and John Bowen, School Board Attorney.


CALL TO ORDER (5:45 p.m.)
2. Call to Order

Minutes: 

Chairman Miller called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m.

3. Pledge of Allegiance

Minutes: 

Chairman Miller led in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. Invocation
5. Approval of Orders of the Day
Attachment: PSC Studio CM COs 1 and 2.pdf
Attachment: 090062s Proliphix Thermostats 3.pdf
Attachment: subjectsheetjobdescbusinessandindustry.pdf
Attachment: Board Material Addendum 12-15-08.pdf
Attachment: Spec, Bus & Industry Svc 2.pdf
Attachment: PH120908.pdf
Attachment: Original Business & Industry Services Specialist Job Description.pdf
Minutes: 

Before proceeding with the agenda, Chairman Miller recognized Mr. Gene Witt and Dr. Dan Nolan, former Superintendents of Manatee County Schools, who were in attendance to honor Dr. Dearing.

 

The Chair found good cause to amend the agenda to include the following items:

 

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 

Added Attachment:  Minutes of the Public Hearing of December 9, 2008

 

RECOGNITIONS

 

Withdrawn Item:  2008 Excel Award

 

REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS

 

Moved Item:  Take Stock in Children New Scholars – moved to be first item under Reports and Presentations

 

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

 

Consent, Purchase(s) Bids Over $100,000.00

 

Added Item:  Approval to Purchase Proliphix Thermostats, MCSD No. 09-0062-MR

 

Consent, Construction Services

 

Added Attachments:  Approval of Professional Support Center – METV-EdvTV Studio Project – Change Orders 1 and 2 – Agreement Between Owner and A.D. Morgan Corporation – attached Change Orders 1 and 2

 

Consent, Finance

 

Item Moved to New Business:  Approval of Audited Comprehensive Annual Finance Report

 

Consent, Human Resources

 

Added Attachment:  Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Deceased, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Recommendations for Professional Service Contract, Resignations, Retirements, Terminations and Transfers – attached Addendum

 

Added Item:  Approval of the Revised Job Description for the Business and Industry Specialist

 

NEW BUSINESS ITEMS

 

Withdrawn Item:  Approval to Terminate the Employment of Karen Shawn Logue or Suspend Without Pay and Grant an Administrative Hearing, if a Hearing is Requested



Motions:
Motion and approval of the orders of the day as amended.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Jane Pfeilsticker
Second: Robert Gause
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


STUDENT CELEBRATION (5:50 p.m. - p.10)
6. United States Military Academy at West Point
Attachment: West Point Trip.pdf
Minutes: 

When this item was called, the Cadet was not ready to make her presentation.  This presentation was made following public comments.

Cadet Elizabeth Stevens made a presentation to the Board describing her recent visit to the United States Military Academy at West Point.  A copy of her presentation has been attached to the agenda item.


PUBLIC COMMENTS (6:00 p.m.)
7. Public Comments

Minutes: 

Tim McGonegal - called the Superintendent and the Superintendent's DELTA Team to the podium, and presented him with a commemorative scrapbook.

Mr. McGonegal invited Mr. Gene Witt and Dr. Dan Nolan, former Superintendents of Manatee County Schools, to address Dr. Dearing and the Board.

Dr. Dearing expressed his thanks to the DELTA Team and the Board for their teamwork, professionalism, and support during the time he has been Superintendent of Schools.

Raphael Allen - thanked Ms. Berniece Scott and Mr. Chad Jenkins, who were instrumental in conceiving the G.D. Rogers Garden Elementary School.  He thanked the Board for purchasing fruit that was sold as a fundraiser to sponsor the AIDS dinner being held on December 16, 2008.  Mr. Allen congratulated Dr. Dearing, and said he appreciated what Dr. Dearing has done to bring about the G.D. Rogers Garden Elementary School.

Dr. Dearing presented Mr. Allen with a ceremonial shovel from the G. D. Rogers Garden Elementary School groundbreaking ceremony.

Ted Nowosad - thanked the Board for providing school buses for the last several years to transport community senior citizens for the Tour of Lights.  He asked the Board to provide buses again this holiday season.


APPROVAL OF MINUTES (6:15 p.m. - p.20)
8. Approval of Minutes
Attachment: PH120908.pdf
Attachment: S111808.pdf
Attachment: PH111908.pdf
Attachment: M111208.pdf
Attachment: M111808.pdf

Motions:
Motion and approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 12, 2008, Special Meeting of November 18, 2008, Board Reorganization Meeting of November 18, 2008, Public Hearing of November 19, 2008, and Public Hearing of December 9, 2008.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Robert Gause
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


RECOGNITIONS (6:18 p.m. - p.30)
9. Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary School for Achieving Positive Behavior Support (PBS) Model School Status - Bronze Level
Attachment: ORB Model PBS School Letter.pdf
Attachment: ORB Model PBS School Award.pdf
Minutes: 

Ms. Pat Bernhart, Supervisor of Student Services, recognized Ms. Wendy Herrera, Principal of Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary School, and her Positive Behavior Support (PBS) team for achieving PBS Model School Status – Bronze Level.

10. 2008 Excel Award
11. Great Green Fleets Award

Minutes: 

Mr. Don Ross, Associate Director of Vehicle Maintenance, presented Dr. Roger Dearing with the Great Green Fleets Award.


REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS (6:40 p.m. - p.40)
12. Take Stock in Children New Scholars

Minutes: 

Ms. Diana Dill, Take Stock in Children Coordinator, introduced the 2008 scholarship recipients.

 

Following the introductions, Chairman Miller commented on the importance and success of this program, and encouraged community members to volunteer thirty minutes per week to mentor a student.  Mentoring takes place on the school campus during school hours.

13. Central Florida School Boards Coalition

Minutes: 

Board Member Mrs. Barbara Harvey provided a report on the meeting of the Central Florida School Boards Coalition, which took place on Thursday, December 4, 2008.

14. Charter School Annual Reports

Minutes: 

Ms. Verdya Bradley, Supervisor of Innovative Programs and Parental Options, introduced this item to the Board.

Dr. Bill Jones, Manatee School for the Arts, presented his annual report to the Board.

Ms. Christy Catlin, Imagine Charter School, presented her annual report to the Board.

Ms. Edna Bailey, Oasis Middle School, presented her annual report to the Board.

Ms. Latrina Singleton and Mr. Fred Spence, PAL Opportunity High School and PAL Academy, presented their annual report to the Board.

Following the reports, Chairman Miller thanked Ms. Bradley for the excellent job she does and the leadership she provides for the charter schools.

15. EdVantage Update

Minutes: 

Mr. Herb Tschappat, Assistant Superintendent for District Support Services, reported on the status of EdVantage, the District’s Strategic Plan.

16. Fiber Optic Project Update

Minutes: 

Dr. George Vensel, Director of Technology, and Mr. Vince Hoaglin, Supervisor of Network Services, updated the Board on the status of the joint project between the School District of Manatee County and Manatee County Government regarding the county-wide fiber network project.

Following this report, Chairman Miller called for a recess at 7:50 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 8:01 p.m.


PUBLIC HEARING (7:30 p.m. - p.50)
17. Approval of the Amendment to Use Property Taxes for Capital Outlay Projects Advertised for the 2004 - 2008 School Years

Minutes: 

Mr. Jim Drake, Executive Director of Finance, reviewed this item for the Board.

Chairman Miller recessed the regular meeting at 8:04 p.m.

There were no public comments regarding this item.



Motions:
Motion and approval of the amendment to use property taxes for capital outlay projects previously advertised for the 2004 to 2008 school years.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Barbara Harvey
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye

Motion Minutes: 

Following the vote on this item, Chairman Miller reconvened the regular meeting at 8:06 p.m.


CONSENT ITEMS (7:40 p.m.)
Approval of Consent Agenda

18. Approval of December 15, 2008 Consent Agenda

Minutes: 

The Chair found good cause to amend the agenda to include the following items:

  

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS

 

Consent, Purchase(s) Bids Over $100,000.00

 

Added Item:  Approval to Purchase Proliphix Thermostats, MCSD No. 09-0062-MR

 

Consent, Construction Services

 

Added Attachments:  Approval of Professional Support Center – METV-EdvTV Studio Project – Change Orders 1 and 2 – Agreement Between Owner and A.D. Morgan Corporation – attached Change Orders 1 and 2

 

Consent, Finance

 

Item Moved to New Business:  Approval of Audited Comprehensive Annual Finance Report

 

Consent, Human Resources

 

Added Attachment:  Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Deceased, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Recommendations for Professional Service Contract, Resignations, Retirements, Terminations and Transfers – attached Addendum

 

Added Item:  Approval of the Revised Job Description for the Business and Industry Specialist



Motions:
Motion and approval of the Consent Items as amended.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Barbara Harvey
Second: Robert Gause
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

Purchase(s) Bids $100,000.00 and Under ( - p.60)

19. Approval of Renewal (2) on Dance Floor, MCSD No. 07-0043-ML
Purchase(s) Bids Over $100,000.00 ( - p.70)

20. Approval of Bid on Fiber Optic Network Materials, MCSD No. 09-0052-SM
Attachment: 090052t.xlsx.pdf
21. Approval of Renewal (2) for Bid on Microcomputer Peripherals, Software, Services and Repair Parts, MCSD No. 07-0046-DB
Attachment: 070046fl.xls.pdf
22. Approval to Purchase Proliphix Thermostats, MCSD No. 09-0062-MR
Contracts and Grants ( - p.80)

23. Approval of the New Agreement Between the School Board of Manatee County and Provider for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical Institute Health Occupations Students
Attachment: Sarasota Doctors Office.pdf
24. Approval of the New Agreement Between the School Board of Manatee County and Provider for Clinical Experience for Manatee Technical Institute Health Occupations Students
Attachment: OBGYN Specialists Sarasota.pdf
25. Approval of the New Agreements Between the School Board of Manatee County and Various Providers for Clinical Experience for Dental Assisting Students
Attachment: Dental Assistant MTI East.pdf
26. Approval to Contract with Apple Inc., for SchoolPage Enhancement and Modification Consultation, Effective October 31, 2008 to March 31, 2009
Attachment: SchoolPage 08.09.pdf
27. Approval to Renew the Contract Between the University of South Florida, Tampa and the School Board of Manatee County for the 2008-2009 School Year
Attachment: 121508USF 08-09.pdf
28. Approval of the Contract with the National Council for History Education to Provide an Immersion Program for Participants of the United States Department of Education Teaching American History Grant for the 2008-2009 School Year
Attachment: NCHE Contract 12.15.08.pdf
29. Approval of the Contract Between the School Board of Manatee County and Learning Focused Solutions, Inc., for the 2008 – 2009 School Year
Attachment: Learning Focused FY 09 - Samoset Elem..pdf
30. Approval to Purchase Rosetta Stone Language – Learning Software from January 5, 2009 through February 16, 2010
Attachment: Rosetta Stone FY09.pdf
31. Approval to Adopt 403(b) Plan Document
Attachment: Manatee_FL plan doc 2.pdf
Attachment: Agreement.pdf
32. Approval to Purchase Medical Specific Stop Loss Insurance
Attachment: Copy of Specific Stop Loss 1-1-09 Renewal Comparison.pdf
Construction Services ( - p.90)

33. Approval of Americans with Disabilities Act Priority 1 Compliance - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company
Attachment: CM Agreement - Americans with Disabilities Act Priority 1 Compliance.pdf
Attachment: Summary Sheet - Americans with Disabilities Action Priority 1 Compliance.pdf
34. Approval of Educational Facilities Impact Fee Refund Number 34 - Lakewood Ranch
Attachment: LWR IFR 34.pdf
35. Approval of Educational Facilities Impact Fee Refund Number 35 - Lakewood Ranch
Attachment: LWR IFR 35.pdf
36. Approval of Anna Maria Elementary School - Chiller Noise Abatement - Change Order 1 - Final - Agreement Between Owner and W.G. Mills, Inc.
Attachment: A Maria Noise Abatement CM CO 1-Final.pdf
37. Approval of Braden River High School - Sidewalk Lighting - Campus to Student Parking Lot - Agreement Between Owner and W. G. Mills, Inc. - Guaranteed Maximum Price
Attachment: BRHS Sidewalk Lighting.pdf
Attachment: BRHS CM GMP-Sidewalk Lighting Contract 2.pdf
38. Approval of Haile Middle School - Building Envelope Project - Agreement Between Owner and Holmes Hepner and Associates Architects
Attachment: Haile MS Building Envelope AE Contract.pdf
Attachment: Haile MS Building Envelope AE Proposal 112508.pdf
Attachment: Haile Middle Bldg Env Project Summary Sheet.pdf
39. Approval of Haile Middle School - Building Envelope Project - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company
Attachment: Haile MS Building Envelope CM Contract.pdf
Attachment: Haile MS Building Envelope CM Proposal Ltr 112508.pdf
Attachment: Haile Middle Bldg Env Project Summary Sheet.pdf
40. Approval of Manatee High School - Addition and Renovations - Change Orders 3 and 4 - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company
Attachment: Summary-MHS Addition 2005.pdf
Attachment: MHS NDC Change Orders 3 & 4.pdf
41. Approval of Manatee High School - Addition and Renovations - Change Orders 5 and 6 - Agreement Between NDC Construction Company
Attachment: Summary-MHS Addition 2005.pdf
Attachment: MHS NDC Change Orders 5 & 6.pdf
42. Approval of Manatee Technical Institute - Public Service Center - Law Academy - Change Order 13 - Final (Law) - Agreement between Owner and HCBeck, Ltd.
Attachment: MTI - New 2003.pdf
Attachment: MTI - New 2003pg2.pdf
Attachment: MTI Law CO 13 FINAL.pdf
43. Approval of Matzke Complex Modernization Phase III Plans - Construction Documents and Ancillary Facilities Specification
Attachment: Matzke Complex Modernization Summary.pdf
44. Approval of Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary - Cafetorium Restroom-Storage Room Addition - Substantial Completion
Attachment: ORB Cafe Addition Sub Comp.pdf
Attachment: Orange Ridge Cafetorium Storage Addition Summary Sheet.pdf
45. Approval of Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary - Cafetorium Restroom-Storage Room Addition - Change Order 1 - Final - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company
Attachment: ORB Cafe Addition CM CO 1-Final.pdf
Attachment: Orange Ridge Cafetorium Storage Addition Summary Sheet.pdf
46. Approval of Palm View Elementary School - Additions and Renovations - Change Orders 1 and 2 - Agreement Between Owner and Mathews Construction
Attachment: Palm View CM Change Orders 1 & 2-Forms.pdf
Attachment: Summary Palm View Elementary.pdf
47. Approval of Palmetto Elementary School - Phase I Plans - Schematic Design
Attachment: Palmetto Elementary Summary.pdf
48. Approval of Palmetto High School - Addition and Renovations - Letter of Commitment - Design Development from W. G. Mills, Inc.
Attachment: PHS CM Commitment Letter-DD-from CM.pdf
Attachment: Palmetto High Summary.pdf
49. Approval of Palmetto High School - Addition and Renovations - Phase III Plans - Construction Documents
Attachment: Palmetto High Summary.pdf
50. Approval of Professional Support Center - METV-EdvTV Studio Project - Change Orders 1 and 2 - Agreement Between Owner and A.D. Morgan Corporation
Attachment: PSC-METV-EdvTV Studio Project Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: PSC Studio CM COs 1 and 2.pdf
51. Approval of William Monroe Rowlett Elementary School - Classroom Addition - Amendment 2 - Agreement Between Owner and A.D. Morgan Corporation - Guaranteed Maximum Price
Attachment: Rowlett CM Amendment 2 with Exhibit F Surveillance Sys.pdf
Attachment: Rowlett Addition Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: Rowlett CM Amend 2 Security Surveillance Proposal Ltr.pdf
52. Approval of Southeast High School Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Upgrades and Renovations - Agreement Between Owner and Nova Engineering and Environmental, LLC
Attachment: Southeast HS HVAC Upgrades and Renov - Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: Southeast HS HVAC Upgrades and Renov - Nova Agreement.pdf
Finance ( - p.100)

53. Approval of Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Check List for Collection via Automated Recovery Systems (ARS) - September 2008
Attachment: SEPT 2008 NSF LIST.pdf
54. Approval of Non-Sufficient Funds (NSF) Check List for Collection via Automated Recovery Systems (ARS) - October 2008
Attachment: 12-15-08 October 2008 NSF.xls.pdf
55. Approval of Budget Amendments for June 2008
Attachment: 12-15-08 June BA.pdf
Human Resources ( - p.110)

56. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Deceased, Promotions, Reappointments, Reassignments, Recommendations for Professional Service Contracts, Resignations, Retirements, Terminations and Transfers
Attachment: Board Material 12-15-08.pdf
Attachment: Board Material Addendum 12-15-08.pdf
57. Approval to Accept the Waiver of the Provisions of Article V Section 4 of the Master Contract between the Manatee County School Board and the Manatee Education Association (MEA) in regard to Williams Elementary School
Attachment: Waiver - Williams 12-15-08.pdf
58. Approval of the Revised Job Description for the Business and Industry Service Specialist
Attachment: Original Business & Industry Services Specialist Job Description.pdf
Attachment: Spec, Bus & Industry Svc 2.pdf
Miscellaneous ( - p.120)

59. Approval of Board Committee Assignments for 2008-2009
Attachment: Bd Committee Assignments 2008-09.pdf
60. Approval of the New Manatee Technical Institute General Education Development (GED) Testing Fees Schedule
Attachment: GED TESTING FEES 0809.pdf
61. Approval of 2008-2009 Manatee District School Improvement Plans

INFORMATION
Leaves ( - p.130)

62. Leaves for December 15, 2008 Board Meeting
Attachment: Child Care Leaves 12-15-08.pdf
Attachment: Illness in the Line of Duty Leaves 12-15-08.pdf
Attachment: Illness Leaves 12-15-08.pdf
Attachment: Military Leaves 12-15-08.pdf
Attachment: Personal Leaves 12-15-08.pdf
Attachment: Sick Leaves 12-15-08.pdf
Attachment: Worker's Comp 12-15-08.pdf

ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS (7:45 p.m.)
63. Administrative Appointments

Minutes: 

Mr. Tim Kolbe, Director of Elementary Schools, introduced Ms. Wendy Herrera as Principal of G.D. Rogers Garden Elementary School.

Mr. Jeff Asher, Executive Director for District Planning, Policy, and Program Evaluation, introduced Mr. Terry Palmer as Director of Transportation.

Mr. Tim McGonegal, Assistant Superintendent for Business Services and Superintendent-designee, introduced Mr. Jim Drake as Assistant Superintendent for Business Services.


OLD BUSINESS (7:55 p.m. - p.140)
64. Approval of Braden River High School - Greenhouses and Shade Houses - Phase III Plans - Construction Documents (Tabled November 12, 2008)
Attachment: BRHS - Greenhouses and Shade Houses Summary Sheet.pdf

Motions:
Motion and approval to remove this item from the table.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Robert Gause
Second: Barbara Harvey
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

Motion Minutes: 

The Board held discussion prior to voting on this item.



Motions:
Motion and approval of Braden River High School - Greenhouses and Shade Houses - Phase III Plans - Construction Documents.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Barbara Harvey
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


NEW BUSINESS (Non-Consent Items) (8:05 p.m. - p.150)
65. Approval of Naming the New Addition to Palm View Elementary School the Betty Vohringer Administration Building

Minutes: 

Ms. Margi Nanney, Public Information Officer, introduced Mr. Frank Pistella, Principal of Palm View Elementary School.

Mr. Pistella reviewed this item with the Board.  He introduced Ms. Betty Vohringer, who is being honored by having the administration building named after her.



Motions:
Motion and approval of naming the new addition to Palm View Elementary School the Betty Vohringer Administration Building.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Robert Gause
Second: Harry Kinnan
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

66. Approval to Terminate the Employment of Karen Shawn Logue or Suspend Without Pay and Grant an Administrative Hearing, if a Hearing is Requested
Attachment: LOGUE A.C. FOR E-Agenda 112008.pdf
67. Approval of Advertising a Notice of a Proposed New Rule, Policy 5.16, Homeless Students, and Setting a Public Hearing on the Proposed Rule at the Board Meeting Scheduled January 12, 2009
Attachment: Proposed Policy 5.16, Homeless Students.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Jeff Asher, Executive Director of District Planning, Policy, and Program Evaluation, introduced this item to the Board.

The Board held discussion about verbiage on page 3, Section 3, line 4, regarding to whom parents may appeal school assignments.  Mr. John Bowen, School Board Attorney, will research the statute regarding this rule and make a recommendation to the Board before they vote on the actual rule.

Ms. Pfeilsticker noted that in the present economic times, the district has more homeless students, so it is timely to have this rule discussion.  She reported that she has been working with the Manatee Education Foundation on a partnership with Mr. Ed Dick to build a home for homeless students.

Mrs.  Harvey also raised a question about verbiage on page 3, Section 4, regarding the definition of homelessness.  Mr. Bowen will also research this matter and report back to the Board.

Mr. Kinnan reminded the Board and the community about the work of Project HEART (Homeless Education and Resource Team), which is a grant-funded program in the district.

Chairman Miller commented that he had heard of a community group that is working with one district school to send bag lunches on Fridays with homeless students, so they have healthy food over the weekends.



Motions:
Motion and approval of advertising a Notice of Proposed New Rule, Policy 5.16, Homeless Students, and setting a Public Hearing on the proposed new rule at the Board Meeting scheduled January 12, 2009.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Robert Gause
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

68. Approval of Advertising a Notice of a Proposed Rule Amending Policy 5.7, Student Assignment, and Setting a Public Hearing on the Proposed Amendment at a Special Board Meeting Scheduled for March 12, 2009
Attachment: Rogers Garden Realignment - DRAFT Map.pdf
Attachment: Rogers Garden Realignment-Meeting Schedule.pdf
Attachment: Rogers Garden Realignment- Procedures.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Jeff Asher, Executive Director of District Planning, Policy, and Program Evaluation, introduced this item to the Board.

 



Motions:
Motion and approval of advertising a Notice of Proposed Rule Amending Policy 5.7, Student Assignment, and setting a Public Hearing on the Proposed Amendment at a Special Board Meeting scheduled for March 12, 2009.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Jane Pfeilsticker
Second: Barbara Harvey
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

69. Approval of Advertising a Notice of Rule Development to Amend Policy 6.5, Substitute Employees, and Setting a Public Hearing on the Proposed Amendment at the Board Meeting Scheduled for January 12, 2009
Attachment: Proposed Amendment to Policy 6.5, Substitute Employees.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Jeff Asher, Executive Director for District Planning, Policy, and Program Evaluation, introduced this item to the Board.

The Board held discussion regarding verbiage on page 1, Section 1(e), lines 40 and 41, relating to employees who had been non-renewed for performance deficiencies.  Mr. John Bowen, School Board Attorney, will investigate alternative language regarding a minimum probation period, and will submit that before the Board votes on the rule change.



Motions:
Motion and approval of advertising a Notice of Rule Development to amend Policy 6.5, Substitute Employees, and setting a Public Hearing on the proposed amendment at the Board Meeting scheduled for January 12, 2009.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Barbara Harvey
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

70. Approval of the Budget Reduction Plan for 2008-09 – Part II
Attachment: 12-15-08 Budget Reduction Plan Boardwork Schedule.pdf
Minutes: 

Dr. Roger Dearing introduced this item to the Board.  He individually reviewed the additional budget reduction items listed on the attachment to the agenda item.

The Board held discussion prior to voting on this item.



Motions:
Motion and approval of the 2008-09 Budget Reduction Plan – Part II.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Barbara Harvey
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


NEW BUSINESS (Discussion Items Pulled from Consent)
Finance

71. Approval of Audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report

Minutes: 

Ms. Pfeilsticker requested clarification of the plans to correct the items that are listed on pages 169 and 170 of the report. 

Dr. Dearing and Mr. McGonegal reviewed those items and the status of their correction.

Mr. Gause expressed concern about a budget item on page 15 of the report, compensated absences payable. 



Motions:
Motion and approval of the audited Comprehensive Annual Financial Report.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Jane Pfeilsticker
Second: Barbara Harvey
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Walter Miller- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


BOARD COMMENTS (8:40 p.m.)
72. Board Comments

Minutes: 

Mr. Kinnan

HeART & Soul - reported that this event raised $15,000.00 more than last year, for grants to teachers and classrooms.

Just For Girls - said he had attended the annual banquet for this organization earlier in the day.

Florida School Boards Association (FSBA) - noted that he has been appointed to the Federal Relations Network by the FSBA.  He expressed the importance of the selection of Secretary of Education by President-elect Obama.

Dr. Dearing - congratulated him on the profound changes that have occurred in the district while he has been Superintendent.  Mr. Kinnan wished him well on his new position in Gainesville.

Christmas Wish - read his Christmas wish for all district employees.

Mr. Gause

Dr. Dearing - congratulated him on his new position.  Mr. Gause said he has learned a lot from Dr. Dearing. He said Dr. Dearing has brought many things to the district that have gone unrecognized.

Braden River Middle School - apologized for missing a meeting due to a PDA entry error, but said he attended a Braden River High School focus meeting that was being conducted at the same time. 

Bradenton Herald - kudos to Mr. Bob Turner, Publisher, for his positive commentaries and editorials.

Christmas - wished everyone a Merry Christmas.  He asked staff and community members to find charity in their hearts and find ways to give more and support those who are less fortunate.

Mrs. Harvey

G.D. Rogers Garden Elementary School - commended staff and community members who have worked on this school project.

Rosetta Stone Software - said she would like to find a way to fund purchase of this software for English-speaking students who would like to learn a foreign language.

Budget Committee - noted the importance of assembling a citizens committee to share our financial plight with legislators, prior to them going to Tallahassee for the legislative session.

Dr. Dearing - said she hates to see him go, but knows it is the best thing for him.  She expressed her confidence in Mr. McGonegal as the new Superintendent.

Ms. Pfeilsticker

Dr. Dearing - on behalf of the Board, she presented Dr. Dearing with a going-away gift.  She told him he will be sorely missed.

Mr. Miller

Holidays - wished everyone Happy Holidays.

Palma Sola Elementary School - said he had been a mystery reader in Ms. Ingram's third grade class on November 7, 2008.

Budget - requested that Mr. McGonegal bring ideas to the Board Members about ways they can "help themselves" regarding the budget.

Mrs. Harvey - thanked Mrs. Harvey for her service to the district.  He presented her with an award for her service as Board Chairman for 2007-2008.

Mrs. Dearing - thanked her for being a supportive partner to Dr. Dearing while he has been Superintendent.

Dr. Dearing - thanked him for what he has done as Superintendent.  He reminisced about driving with Dr. Dearing to and from Central Florida School Board Coalition meetings.

Mrs. Harvey

Dr. Dearing - added that one word that describes Dr. Dearing is "integrity."


SCHOOL BOARD WORKFLOW CHART (9:05 p.m.)
73. School Board Workflow Chart
Attachment: December 15, 2008.pdf

SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY COMMENTS (9:08 p.m.)
74. Comments by John Bowen

Minutes: 

Mr. John Bowen

Employee Hearing - advised the Board that he has oral arguments at the Second District Court of Appeals in Lakeland on December 16, 2008, regarding an employee who has appealed their termination of employment.

Dr. Dearing - shared memories of interactions he has had with Dr. Dearing throughout his career as an attorney.  He said that Dr. Dearing is one of the best superintendents in the nation.

Christmas - wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.


SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (9:12 p.m.)
75. Comments by Dr. Roger Dearing

Minutes: 

Dr. Roger Dearing

Christmas - wished everyone a Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays.  He encouraged everyone to be safe.

Thanks - thanked staff members who have been so faithful and helpful while he has been Superintendent.  He said he has been privileged to work with the School Board Members.


ADJOURNMENT (9:30 p.m.)
76. Adjournment

Minutes: 

There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairman Miller adjourned the meeting at 9:57 p.m.

  

 

 

_____________________________              _______________________

Roger Dearing,  Ex Officio Secretary             Walter E. Miller,

and Superintendent of Schools                      Chairman




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