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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.

May 12, 2008 - Regular Meeting


ATTENDANCE (5:45 p.m.)
1. Attendance

Minutes: 

Board members present: Barbara A. Harvey, Chairwoman; Robert C. Gause, Harry G. Kinnan, and Jane R. Pfeilsticker.  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; Rob Shapiro, Staff Attorney; and John Bowen, School Board Attorney.

 

Not present:  Walter E. Miller, Vice-Chairman.


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

Minutes: 

Chairwoman Harvey called the meeting to order at 5:46 p.m.

3. Pledge of Allegiance

Minutes: 

Chairwoman Harvey led in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. Invocation
5. Approval of Orders of the Day
Attachment: Mixon school board mtgs-Major Bill Summaries 08.pdf
Attachment: school board mtgs-sessionstuff 05 09 M& A.pdf
Attachment: Approval to Sponsor the Summer Food Service Program.pdf
Attachment: Addendum II for May 12th Board Meeting.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Mary Bidwell.pdf
Attachment: Revised Table of Contents - Student Code of Conduct.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Guy Grimes 2.pdf
Attachment: Agreement to Furnish Food Service for the 2008 Manatee County Summer Food Svc. Prog..pdf
Attachment: Contract - Summer Food Service Program.pdf
Attachment: Board Material Addendum 05-12-08 4.pdf
Attachment: Approval to Contract with Manatee County Govt. for the Purpose of Providng Meals for their Summer Food Svc. Prog..pdf
Minutes: 

Chairwoman Harvey announced that Mr. Walter Miller, Vice-Chairman, would not be present at the meeting.  She noted that Mr. Miller's recuperation is going well, and that he will be attending Board Meetings soon.

 

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

 

Items Withdrawn:

 

Reports and Presentations

EdVantage Update

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

 

Approval of Bid on Fertilizer-Grounds Maintenance, MCSD No. 08-0062-MR

 

Consent, Contracts and Grants

 

Approval of the Agreements Between the School Board of Manatee County and Various Providers for Clinical Experience for Hemodialysis Technician Students

 

Items Added:

 

Consent, Food Service

 

Approval to Sponsor the Summer Food Service Program

 

Approval to Contract with Manatee County Government for the Purpose of Providing Meals for Their Summer Food Service Program

 

Items Moved from Consent to New Business

 

Consent, Construction Services

 

Approval of Tillman Elementary School – Covered Walkway Addition – Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company – Guaranteed Maximum Price

 

Approval of Wakeland Elementary School – Parking Improvements – Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company – Guaranteed Maximum Price

 

Attachments Added:

 

Reports and Presentations

 

Legislative Update – attached updates from Mixon and Associates

 

Public Hearing

 

Public Hearing for Consideration of Adopting an Amendment to Policy 5.1, Code of Student Conduct – attached corrected Table of Contents

 

Consent, Human Resources

 

Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Resignations, Retirements, and Terminations – attached Addendum; Addendum II; Resume of Guy Grimes; and Resume of Mary Bidwell

 

Special Note re Consent, Contracts and Grants

 

Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the Spirithead for Education Grant in the Amount of $5,000.00

 

There was a scrivener’s error in the title of this grant.  The correct name for the grant is the Sprint Ahead for Education Grant.

 



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


STUDENT CELEBRATION (5:50 p.m. - p.10)
6. Recognition of the Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) State Championship Rifle Squad

PUBLIC COMMENTS (6:05 p.m.)
7. Public Comments

Minutes: 

Paul Gaiptman, Manatee Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors - offered to audit the School District insurance program.  He also spoke about the success of his Weapons in Schools Eliminated (WISE) program, which he proposes the Board implement.

James Copeland - expressed concern about the portable units located at Freedom Elementary School.

Jensina Gill - asked the Board not to cut salaries as a way to help balance the School District budget.

Dave Miner - expressed his belief that it is time for new leadership in the School District.

Jay Ruth - expressed disappointment in what he believes is a lack of professionalism in School District leadership.

Raphael Allen, Manatee County Community Action Team - reminded the Board that bullying has become a national epidemic.  He expressed concern about the possibility of closing a portion of Sixth Street West to accommodate Elementary E.  He suggested exploring the possibility of limiting access rather than closing the street. 

Randy Howard - expressed concern about the method the Board is using to deal with the district budget.


APPROVAL OF MINUTES (6:30 p.m. - p.20)
8. Approval of Minutes
Attachment: W043008.pdf
Attachment: M042808.pdf

Motions:
Motion and approval of the Regular Meeting of April 28, 2008 and the Workshop of April 30, 2008.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Jane Pfeilsticker
Second: Robert Gause
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


RECOGNITIONS (6:32 p.m. - p.30)
9. EdVantage Student Leadership Committee

Minutes: 

Dr. Lyn Boyer, School Planning Principal, introduced students from each high school who will participate as part of the EdVantage Student Leadership Committee.

10. Manatee County School Resource Officers
Attachment: Proclamation of SRO Week 5-12.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Roy Larson, Director of High Schools, recognized the officers who serve as School Resource Officers (SROs) throughout the Manatee County School District. 

Mr. Larson read a proclamation naming May 12 - 17, 2008, as Manatee County Schools School Resource Officer Week.

Following a motion by Mr. Gause and a second by Ms. Pfeilsticker, a roll call vote was taken, as follows:

Ms. Pfeilsticker:  Aye

Mr. Kinnan:  Aye

Mr. Gause:  Aye

Mrs. Harvey:  Aye



Motions:
Motion and approval to proclaim the week of May 12-17, 2008, Manatee County School Resource Officers Week.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Robert Gause
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


REPORTS AND PRESENTATIONS (6:45 p.m. - p.40)
11. EdVantage Update
12. ScienceMaster Grant Update
Attachment: ScienceMaster Presentation.pdf
Minutes: 

Ms. Judy Griffin, Curriculum Specialist, updated the Board on the progress of implementing the ScienceMaster Grant.  Ms. Griffin also introduced Ms. Linda Guilfoyle, Director of Curriculum; Ms. Winnie Wilson, Science Coach; Mr. Larry Gaudioso, Program Coordinator; Ms. Mary Tischbein, Accounting Clerk II; and Mr. Mark Douglas, Science Teacher at Lee Middle School.

A copy of the presentation has been attached to the agenda item.

13. Legislative Update
Attachment: Mixon school board mtgs-Major Bill Summaries 08.pdf
Attachment: Public Schools Funding.pdf
Attachment: school board mtgs-sessionstuff 05 09 M& A.pdf
Attachment: Keep 65 Alive.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Juhan Mixon, Mr. Henry Boekhoff, Mr. Jim Hamilton, and Mr. Mike O'Farrell, of Mixon and Associates, updated the Board about legislation affecting education that was passed during the 2008 Legislative Session.  Copies of the handouts provided by Mixon and Associates are attached to the agenda item.

Ms. Pfeilsticker reminded the community that current information regarding the School District budget can be viewed under Hot Topics on the district website, www.manateeschools.net.

Chairwoman Harvey called for a recess at 7:52 p.m., and reconvened the meeting at 8:04 p.m.


PUBLIC HEARING (7:45 p.m. - p.50)
14. Public Hearing for Consideration of Adopting an Amendment to Policy 5.1, Code of Student Conduct
Attachment: Revised Code of Conduct April 25.pdf
Attachment: Revised Table of Contents - Student Code of Conduct.pdf
Minutes: 

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

Mr. Asher noted two corrections will be made to the verbiage, as follows:

Page 2, Section B, Prohibition of Discrimination:  Angela Essig will handle all Secondary School equity issues.

Page 33, Paragraph 6, (c), the first sentence will read, "You may be suspended from riding the school bus for up to 10 days per incident for misconduct at a bus stop or on a bus."

In addition, a copy of the corrected Table of Contents has been attached to the agenda item.

There was no public comment regarding this item.

The Board held discussion prior to voting on this item.



Motions:
Motion and approval of adopting an amendment to Policy 5.1, Code of Student Conduct.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause- Nay
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


CONSENT ITEMS (7:50 p.m.)
Approval of Consent Agenda

15. Approval of May 12, 2008 Consent Agenda

Minutes: 

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

 

Items Withdrawn:

 

Consent, Contracts and Grants

 

Approval of the Agreements Between the School Board of Manatee County and Various Providers for Clinical Experience for Hemodialysis Technician Students

 

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

 

Approval of Bid on Fertilizer-Grounds Maintenance, MCSD No. 08-0062-MR

 

Items Added:

 

Consent, Food Service

 

Approval to Sponsor the Summer Food Service Program

 

Approval to Contract with Manatee County Government for the Purpose of Providing Meals for Their Summer Food Service Program

 

Items Moved from Consent to New Business

 

Consent, Construction Services

 

Approval of Tillman Elementary School - Coverd Walkway Addition - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company - Guaranteed Maximum Price

 

Approval of Wakeland Elementary School – Parking Improvements – Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company – Guaranteed Maximum Price

 

Attachments Added:

 

Consent, Human Resources

 

Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Resignations, Retirements, and Terminations – attached Addendum; Addendum II; Resume of Guy Grimes; and Resume of Mary Bidwell

 

Special Note re Consent, Contracts and Grants

 

Approval to Apply, Accept and Expend the Spirithead for Education Grant in the Amount of $5,000.00

 

There was a scrivener’s error in the title of this grant.  The correct name for the grant is the Sprint Ahead for Education Grant.



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

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

16. Approval of Renewal (1) Request for Proposal for Utilities Usage Billing Agent, MCSD No. 07-0034-PB
17. Approval of the Use of Seminole County Public Schools Proposal on Investment-Arbitrage Advisory Services, MCSD No. 08-0080-RH
18. Approval of Revision (1) for Request for Proposal on Billing Agent to Process Claims and Handle Direct Services Billing for Medicaid Eligible Services Provided to Medicaid Eligible Students by Manatee County Public Schools Direct-Hire, MCSD No. 06-0066-SS
Purchase(s) Bids Over $100,000.00 ( - p.70)

19. Approval of Bid on Audio Visual Catalog Discount, MCSD No. 08-0066-SM
Attachment: 080066BL.pdf
Attachment: 080066fla doc.xls.pdf
Attachment: 080066T.XLS.pdf
20. Approval of Bid on Fertilizer-Grounds Maintenance, MCSD No. 08-0062-MR
Attachment: 080062BL.pdf
Attachment: 080062e.pdf
Attachment: 080062T.XLS.pdf
21. Approval of Independent Auditing Services, MCSD No. 05-0035-SS Revision (1)
22. Approval of Purchase(s) of Annual JDEdwards Response Line and Software Update
Attachment: Oracle Contract.pdf
23. Approval of Request for Proposal on Heavy Duty Construction Equipment Rental, MCSD No. 08-0073-MR
Attachment: 080073T.xls.pdf
Attachment: 080073BL.pdf
Contracts and Grants ( - p.80)

24. Approval of the Agreements Between the School Board of Manatee County and Various Providers for Clinical Experience for Hemodialysis Technician Students
25. Approval of the Agreements Between the School Board of Manatee County and Various Providers for Clinical Experience and-or On-The-Job Training for Students for the 2008-2009 School Year
26. Approval of the Amendment to the Contract for Professional and Technical Services Between the School District of Manatee County and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Attachment: Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Contract.pdf
27. Approval of the Charter School Contract Between Imagine Schools-East Manatee County, LLC d.b.a Imagine School at East Manatee, and the School Board of Manatee County for the 2008-2013 School Years
Attachment: CONTRACT - Imagine at East Manatee 08-13.pdf
28. Approval to Apply, Accept, and Expend the Spirithead for Education Grant in the Amount of $5,000.00
Attachment: Grant Description application from Daughtrey 00030 ES.pdf
Minutes: 

There was a scrivener's error in the title of this grant.  The correct name for the grant is the Sprint Ahead for Education Grant.

29. Approval to Accept and Expend an Additional $75,000.00 to Implement the 2008 Global Literacy in After School-Program at Johnson Middle and Palmetto Elementary School
Attachment: 051208 21st CCLC 2076408.pdf
30. Approval to Accept and Expend an Additional $75,000.00 to Implement the 2008 Global Literacy in After-School Program at Daughtrey Elementary School
Attachment: 051208 21st CCLC 743800.pdf
Construction Services ( - p.90)

31. Approval of Braden River Middle School - Chiller Replacement Project - Change Order 3 - Final - Agreement Between Owner and W. G. Mills, Inc.
Attachment: Braden River MS Chiller Summary Sheet Final.pdf
Attachment: Braden River MS Chiller - CO 3 Final.pdf
32. Approval of Elementary School E - Proposal from Engineering Matrix
Attachment: Elementary School E 042808 ES E LEED Revised.pdf
Attachment: Elementary School E Summary Sheet.pdf
33. Approval of Johnson Middle School - Chiller Replacement Project - Change Order 3 - Final - Agreement Between Owner and W. G. Mills, Inc.
Attachment: Johnson MS Chiller Summary Sheet Final.pdf
Attachment: Johnson MS Chiller - CO 3 Final.pdf
34. Approval of Lincoln Middle School and Anna Maria Elementary School - Roof Replacements - Agreement Between Owner and W.G. Mills, Inc. - Guaranteed Maximum Price
Attachment: LMS, AMES Roof Replcmt GMP Summary.pdf
Attachment: LMS, AMES Roof Replacement CM GMP Proposal.pdf
Attachment: LMS and AMES Roof Replacements Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: LMS, AMES Roof Replacement CM Contract.pdf
35. Approval of Myakka Elementary School - Chiller Replacement Project - Change Order 3 - Final - Agreement Between Owner and W. G. Mills, Inc.
Attachment: Myakka Elementary Chiller Summary Sheet Final.pdf
Attachment: Myakka Elementary Chiller - CO 3 Final.pdf
36. Approval of Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary - Cafetorium Restroom-Storage Room Addition - Phase III Plans - Construction Documents
Attachment: Orange Ridge Cafetorium Storage Addition Summary Sheet.pdf
37. Approval of Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary - Cafetorium Restroom-Storage Room Addition - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company - Guaranteed Maximum Price
Attachment: ORB Bldg Add CM GMP 041808.pdf
Attachment: Orange Ridge Cafetorium Storage Addition Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: ORB Cafe Addition CM Contract 041808.pdf
38. Approval of Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary - Security Enhancements-Lighting - Phase III Plans - Construction Documents
Attachment: ORB Security Project Summary Sheet.pdf
39. Approval of Orange Ridge-Bullock Elementary - Security Enhancements-Lighting - Amendment 3 - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company - Guaranteed Maximum Price
Attachment: ORB Security Project Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: ORB Security CM Amend 3-Lighting GMP Proposal.pdf
Attachment: ORB Security CM Amend 3-Lighting.pdf
40. Approval of Professional Support Center - METV-EdvTV Studio Project - Phase II Plans - Design Development Documents
Attachment: PSC-METV-EdvTV Studio Project Summary Sheet.pdf
41. Approval of Professional Support Center - METV-EdvTV Studio Project - Third Letter of Commitment from A.D. Morgan Corporation
Attachment: PSC-METV-EdvTV Studio Project Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: PSC Studio CM 3rd Letter of Commitment.pdf
42. Approval of William Monroe Rowlett Elementary School - Classroom Addition - Third Letter of Commitment from A.D. Morgan Corporation
Attachment: Rowlett CM 3rd Letter Commitment.pdf
Attachment: Rowlett Addition Summary Sheet.pdf
43. Approval of Samoset Elementary School - Amendment 1 - Classroom Addition - Agreement Between Owner and Fleischman Garcia Architects and Planners, AIA, PA
Attachment: Samoset AE Amend 1 Proposal Ltr.pdf
Attachment: Samoset Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: Samoset AE Amend 1.pdf
44. Approval of Samoset Elementary School - Amendment 1 - Classroom Addition - Agreement Between Owner and Willis A. Smith Construction, Inc. - Guaranteed Maximum Price
Attachment: Samoset GMP Proposal.pdf
Attachment: Samoset Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: Samoset CM Amend 1 GMP with Exhibits.pdf
45. Approval of Annie Lucy Williams Elementary School - Change Order 7 - Final - Agreement Between Owner and W.G. Mills, Inc.
Attachment: Annie Lucy Williams Summary Sheet.pdf
Attachment: Annie Lucy Williams Final CO 7.pdf
Finance ( - p.100)

46. Approval of the Monthly Financial Statements for September and October 2007
Attachment: FS 0907.pdf
Attachment: FS 1007.pdf
47. Approval of the Year to Date Financial Statements through February 2008
Attachment: FS 0208.pdf
48. Approval to Accept a Donation of 2003 Ford Crown Victoria to Manatee Technical Institute's Criminal Justice Academy
Attachment: Review Form and Cert of Title.pdf
49. Approval to Accept a Donation of 2003 Ford Crown Victoria to Manatee Technical Institute's Criminal Justice Academy
Attachment: 2003 Ford Crown Victoria 137935 Review 3.pdf
Attachment: Cert Title Crown Vic 37935.pdf
50. Approval to Declare Surplus and Sell 1991 Band Trailer No. 62137 to Manatee County Sheriff’s Office
Attachment: Purchase and Sale Agreement - Trailer 62137.pdf
Food Service

51. Approval to Sponsor the Summer Food Service Program
Attachment: Contract - Summer Food Service Program.pdf
52. Approval to Contract with Manatee County Government for the Purpose of Providing Meals for their Summer Food Service Program
Attachment: Agreement to Furnish Food Service for the 2008 Manatee County Summer Food Svc. Prog..pdf
Human Resources ( - p.110)

53. Approval of the Appointments, Change of Assignments, Promotions, Resignations, Retirements and Terminations
Attachment: Board Material 05-12-08.pdf
Attachment: Addendum II for May 12th Board Meeting.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Guy Grimes 2.pdf
Attachment: Resume - Mary Bidwell.pdf
Attachment: Board Material Addendum 05-12-08 4.pdf

INFORMATION
Leaves ( - p.120)

54. Leaves for May 12, 2008 Board Meeting
Attachment: Child Care Leaves 05-12-08.pdf
Attachment: Illness In the Line of Duty Leaves 05-12-08.pdf
Attachment: Personal Leaves 05-12-08.pdf
Attachment: Worker's Comp 05-12-08.pdf
Attachment: Military Leaves 05-12-08.pdf
Attachment: Illness Leaves 05-12-08.pdf

ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS (7:55 p.m.)
55. Administrative Appointments

Minutes: 

Mr. Tim Kolbe, Director of Elementary Schools, made the following introductions to the Board:

Ms. Mary Bidwell, Interim Principal of Ballard Elementary School; and Dr. Guy Grimes, Interim Principal of Prine Elementary School.


OLD BUSINESS (8:00 p.m. - p.130)
56. Approval of Freedom Elementary School Plans for the 2008-09 School Year
Attachment: freedom 0809 map.pdf
Attachment: recommendation0809 2.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Danny Lundeen, Supervisor of Student Assignment, introduced this item to the Board.

Mr. Kinnan moved that this item be removed from the table.  Chairwoman Harvey noted that this motion does not require a second.

The Board held discussion prior to voting on this item. 

Chairwoman Harvey noted that prior to students using any portables within the district, the portables are inspected to ensure they are safe.



Motions:
Motion and approval of Freedom Elementary School Plans for the 2008-09 school year.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


NEW BUSINESS (Non-Consent Items) (8:15 p.m. - p.140)
57. Approval of Proposed Final Order Submitted by the Superintendent
Attachment: DANIELS Final Order for Board 051208.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Rob Shapiro, Staff Attorney, introduced this item to the Board.  He noted that attorneys for both parties agreed to the submission of the proposed Final Order.



Motions:
Motion and approval of the proposed final order submitted by Petitioner and Respondent regarding Pathaline Daniels.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Jane Pfeilsticker
Second: Robert Gause
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye

58. Approval of Advertising a Notice of Rule Development to Amend Policy 4.3, Education of Limited English Proficient Students, and Setting a Public Hearing on the Proposed Amendment at the Board Meeting Scheduled June 9, 2008
Attachment: 4.3 Revised 032708, new format.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 Rule Development to amend Policy 4.3, Education of Limited English Proficient Students, and setting a Public Hearing on the proposed amendment at the Board Meeting scheduled June 9, 2008.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Robert Gause
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

59. Approval of the Cooperative Educational Agreement Between the School District of Manatee County and Educational Consultants Consortium, Inc.
Attachment: 5-12-08 Agreement with Educational Consultants Consortium.pdf
Attachment: Barbara Harvey Form 8B.pdf
Minutes: 

Chairwoman Harvey announced that she recused herself from voting on this item, as she is the volunteer execcutive director of Educational Consultants Consortium, Inc.  A copy of her completed Form 8B has been attached to the agenda item.



Motions:
Motion and approval of the Cooperative Educational Agreement between the School District of Manatee County and Educational Consultants Consortium, Inc.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Abstain
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

60. Approval of Resolution to Enter into a Section 1011.14, Florida Statutes Loan
Attachment: Resolution 2008B.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Tim McGonegal, Assistant Superintendent for Business Services, introduced this item to the Board. 

Mr. Ritesh Patel of Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, bond counsel, provided additional information to the Board.

The Board held discussion prior to voting on this item.

Following a motion by Mr. Gause and a second by Mr. Kinnan, a roll call vote was taken on this item, as follows:

Ms. Pfeilsticker:  Aye

Mr. Kinnan:  Aye

Mr. Gause:  Aye

Mrs. Harvey:  Aye



Motions:
Motion and approval of the resolution awarding the Note to Bank of America and authorizing the Superintendent and Board Chairman to execute the necessary documents and close the financing.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Robert Gause
Second: Harry Kinnan
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

61. Approval of Resolution to Renew Section 1011.14 Loan
Attachment: Resolution - 2008A - Agenda.pdf
Minutes: 

Mr. Tim McGonegal, Assistant Superintendent for Business Services, introduced this item to the Board. 

The Board held discussion prior to voting on this item.

Following a motion by Ms. Pfeilsticker and a second by Mr. Kinnan, a roll call vote was taken on this item, as follows:

Ms. Pfeilsticker:  Aye

Mr. Kinnan:  Aye

Mr. Gause:  Aye

Mrs. Harvey:  Aye



Motions:
Motion and approval of the Resolution to Renew the Section 1011.14 loan with Bank of America in the amount of $7.5 million and authorize the Superintendent and Board Chairman to execute all required documents to enter into this loan renewal.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Jane Pfeilsticker
Second: Harry Kinnan
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye


NEW BUSINESS (Discussion Items Pulled from Consent)
Construction Services

62. Approval of Tillman Elementary School - Covered Walkway Addition - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company - Guaranteed Maximum Price
Attachment: CM Agreement - Tillman Covered Walkway EXECUTED.pdf
Attachment: GMP Summary - Tillman Covered Walkway.pdf
Minutes: 

The Board held discussion about the possibility of tabling this item to allow sufficient time to review construction documents prior to approval.

The Board held discussion about the possibility of putting this project out to bid rather than using the Construction Management At Risk (CMAR) process, as has been submitted for approval.



Motions:
Motion and approval of Tillman Elementary School - Covered Walkway Addition - Agreement between Owner and NDC Construction Company - Guaranteed Maximum Price.-
 
Vote Results
Motion: Jane Pfeilsticker
Second: Harry Kinnan



Motions:
Motion to table the item until May 21, 2008.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Robert Gause
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

Motion Minutes: 

Ms. Pfeilsticker requested that before the May 21, 2008 Board Meeting, each Board Member meet with Mr. Sherry Dowling, Director of Construction Services, to completely understand this project and what would be involved in sending the project out for competitive bids.

63. Approval of Wakeland Elementary School - Parking Improvements - Agreement Between Owner and NDC Construction Company - Guaranteed Maximum Price
Attachment: GMP Summary - Wakeland Parking.pdf
Attachment: CM Agreement - Wakeland Parking EXECUTED.pdf
Attachment: Summary Sheet - Wakeland Parking.pdf
Minutes: 

Motions:
Motion and approval of Wakeland Elementary School - Parking Improvements - Agreement between Owner and NDC Construction Company - Guaranteed Maximum Price.-
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker

Motion Minutes: 

Mr. Gause noted the construction documents were unavailable for review prior to the meeting.

The Board held discussion about the possibility of putting this project out to bid rather than using the Construction Management At Risk (CMAR) process, as has been submitted for approval.



Motions:
Motion to table the item until May 21, 2008.- PASS
 
Vote Results
Motion: Harry Kinnan
Second: Jane Pfeilsticker
Robert Gause- Aye
Barbara Harvey- Aye
Harry Kinnan- Aye
Jane Pfeilsticker- Aye

Motion Minutes: 

Chairwoman Harvey noted that each Board Member will also be able to review this project with Mr. Sherry Dowling, Director of Construction Services, prior to the Special Board Meeting on May 21, 2008.


BOARD COMMENTS (8:50 p.m.)
64. Board Comments

Minutes: 

Ms. Pfeilsticker

 

Bullying Prevention Conference - reported on this conference, which she attended April 24 - 25, 2008.

 

ScienceMaster Grant - congratulated all staff involved with this grant.

 

Thanks - thanked everyone in the School District and community who expressed their condolences at the passing of her mother.

 

Mr. Kinnan

 

Elementary Music Fesitval - said he enjoyed this event, which involved nearly all district elementary schools.

 

Keiser University - noted that he is speaking at Keiser University's graduation ceremony on Friday, May 16, 2008.

 

Golden Herald Awards - commented that this was a wonderful event, which he and other Board Members attended.

 

Kallins, Little & Delgado Law Firm - kudos to this business for the scholarship awards dinner held last week.  They awarded $20,000.00 in scholarships to community students.

 

Town Hall Meetings - commented on the six Town Hall meetings he facilitated during the 2007-2008 school year.  He thanked District staff who helped with all aspects of the Town Hall meetings.

 

Dr. Dearing - said that in light of Dr. Dearing's application for the position of Executive Director of the Florida High Schools Athletic Association (FHSAA), he believes the Board should schedule a workshop to review the procedure to be followed for a superintendent search, should that become a necessity.

 

Mr. Gause

 

Dr. Dearing - concurred with Mr. Kinnan's recommendation for a workshop to discuss the procedure for a superintendent search, should that become necessary.  Mr. Gause wished Dr. Dearing well on obtaining the position for which he has applied.

 

Palmetto High School Awards Ceremony - thanked community businesses and service clubs for  supporting district students by providing college scholarships.

 

Golden Herald Awards - noted the value of the community recognizing and giving back to students in a variety of ways.

 

Mrs. Harvey

Elementary Music Festival - attended the festival last week.

Golden Herald Awards -  congratulated all fourteen winners.  She especially recognized P.J. Hayes, the only male winner.

Youth Leadership Summit - announced this event, being held on May 15, 2008, from 5:00 -7:30 p.m., at Lincoln Middle School.  The purpose is for area youth to prepare a "road map" to reduce crime and violence in the community.

Budget - explained that the result of reducing starting salaries by five percent moves the District from third place to sixth place in the state.  She took exception to some of the negative comments that have been made in the community, the media, and the District regarding Board Member integrity and commitment to District employees during the current budget crisis.

Board Discussion

The Board held discussion about scheduling a workshop to review the procedure for a superintendent search, should that become necessary.  The Board reached consensus that this workshop should be scheduled as soon as reasonably possible.


SCHOOL BOARD WORKFLOW CHART (9:10 p.m.)
65. School Board Workflow Chart
Attachment: May 12 2008.pdf

SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY COMMENTS (9:13 p.m.)
66. Comments by John Bowen

Minutes: 

Mr. John Bowen

Save Our Homes and Amendment One - advised the Board that the School Board has been named as a defendent in a lawsuit that was filed in Leon County, challenging the Save Our Homes amendment and Amendment One.  He will keep the Board advised as to the status of this lawsuit.

Manatee Technical Institute - Caruso Road - advised the Board that today his office filed a summary judgement action in this matter.  He said the court date has been set for July 9, 2008, at 2:30 p.m.


SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT (9:15 p.m.)
67. Comments by Dr. Roger Dearing

Minutes: 

Dr. Roger Dearing

Superintendent Salary - addressed the difference between his salary and the salary of the Sarasota County Schools superintendent.

Teacher Salaries - noted that when he became Superintendent of Manatee County Schools, teacher salaries were 25th in the state.  Currently, Manatee County teacher salaries are third in the state.  He said when the District has funds available, those funds go to salaries, but when the state reduces funds to the District, salaries need to be reduced.

Media - he said that the harmful and untrue comments made in local newspapers and blogs is poisonous and disastrous to the community.  He said this is a great community, and the community should not tolerate the kind of negative and untrue comments that are being made in the blogs, newspapers, and in public.

Singles Tennis Champion - congratulated Grayson Golden, a home-schooled student, winner of the Spring National Championship Tennis Singles competition, which took place in Delray Beach in April.

American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) - announced that the School District and AFSCME have reached tentative contract agreement.  He commended the union representatives on their attitude about bargaining during the current budget crisis.


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

Minutes: 

There being no further business to come before the Board, Chairwoman Harvey adjourned the meeting at 9:58 p.m.

 

 

_____________________________              _______________________

Roger Dearing,  Ex Officio Secretary             Barbara A. Harvey,

and Superintendent of Schools                     Chairwoman




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