MINUTES
POINTE COUPEE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD
337 Napoleon Street
New Roads, LA 70760
REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
Thursday, August 25, 2022
The Pointe Coupee Parish School Board met for their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at 337 Napoleon Street in New Roads, Louisiana 70760. President Jason Lemoine called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m.
President Lemoine offered the invocation, and he requested that Board Member Walter Grezaffi lead everyone in the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States of America.
School Board members in attendance were Chad Aguillard, Frank R. Aguillard, Jr., Lisa Loupe D’Aquila, Walter Grezaffi, Aubry Hendricks, Anita LeJeune, Jason Lemoine, and Thomas A. Nelson.
Central Office Administrative Staff in attendance: Kim Canezaro, Superintendent; Natalie Aguillard, Director of Human Capital; Marcie Cazayoux, Supervisor of Data and Accountability; Amanda Fontenot, Head Start Supervisor; Brandi Forbes, Literacy Coach Coordinator; Karla Jack, Federal Programs, CTE, Adult Education Director/Assistant Superintendent; Kristy LaCoste, Chief Academic Officer/Supervisor of Early Childhood Education and Curriculum; Stephen Langlois, Chief Financial Officer; Dr. LaShonda Victorian, Child Welfare and Attendance Supervisor; and Mary Wells, Special Education Supervisor.
School Administrative Staff in attendance: Mr. Jason Brooks and Mrs. Tiffany Davis, Assistant Principals at STEM; Tara Glaser, Principal of Valverda Elementary; sara Taylor, Assistant Principal of Valverda Elementary; Kent Smith, Principal of Rosenwald Elementary School; Ms. April Scott, Assistant Principal of Livonia High School; and Carolyn Wells, Principal of UPCE.
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Expression of Sympathy. On a motion by the entire Board and seconded by the entire Board, condolences were offered to the families of:
· Bridget Allement, a teacher at Rougon Elementary.
· Mary Jack, a retiree of the Pointe Coupee Parish School Board.
· Eliska Christophe, a retiree of the Pointe Coupee Parish School Board.
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Remarks from the Superintendent- Superintendent Canezaro stated the purchase order to begin the installation of a fence at STEM has been initiated; the work should begin soon on that project for an approximate cost of $77,0000.
Superintendent Canezaro announced Livonia’s football team will head to West Feliciana tomorrow night to participate in the Jamboree. She informed members of the Board they have a schedule of all the games in their update folder.
Superintendent Canezaro stated at this time, she would like to formally announce some changes in administration within the district. Mrs. Tara Glaser will begin as the administrator at STEM on September 6th, and Ms. Sara Taylor will begin as the principal at Valverda on the same date. They are both here tonight so please join me in congratulating them.
Superintendent Canezaro announced that she would like to invite Judge Steven Miller to the podium. She stated that Judge Miller is a Lafourche Parish Judge who is running for the First Circuit Court of Appeal in the November election, and he has asked to address the Board this evening. Judge Miller thanked the Board for allowing him to address them this evening. He announced that he is a state district court judge from Lafourche Parish and his courthouse is in Thibodeaux and where he lives. Judge Miller stated that he is here to introduce himself as a candidate for the First Circuit Court of Appeal and this opportunity to speak to the Board is special as his family is from Pointe Coupee which include several educators. He stated that his grandfather was Sydney Miller who was a principal at Rougon; he mentioned his dad attended the school while his father was a principal; his grandmother taught school in Pointe Coupee. Judge Miller stated that his dad taught school in Pointe Coupee & Lafourche Parish and his mother was also a teacher. Judge Miller stated if there is something to be said about the children of teachers perhaps it is that they do their homework, and that is something that you would want a judge to do. He explained that he is running for the west portion of the First Circuit Court of Appeals which is comprised of eight parishes (St. Mary, Terrebonne, Lafourche, Assumption, Ascension, Iberville, West Baton Rouge, and Pointe Coupee) and pointed out that he is running for an open seat; no local judge is running against him. Judge Miller stated that he is in his 8th year as a trial court judge and has handled thousands of criminal cases, civil matters, juvenile court, child support, and mentioned that he is also a drug court judge in Lafourche parish and proud to be a part of that program as it does a lot for families and brings people back to their loved ones. Before he was a judge, he was an ADA in Lafourche Parish (felonies the whole time he was doing that trying a lot of cases); spent his career in the court room, was a public defender before that and tried cases on that side and believes this is the best preparation for court of appeal in his humble opinion. Personally, on the bench, he tries every day to be fair and respectful and what to expect from a judge and should you ask around, you will find that this is the way he has conducted himself. He mentioned that he went to KN in Pointe Coupee but grew up in Lockport; one of seven children, went to Central Lafourche High School, LSU, and Tulane; married over 20 years to his lovely wife, Ann, two children. He stated that he is here to ask for support on November 8th and early vote if you can.
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Consent Agenda –On a motion by Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila, seconded by Mr. Walter Grezaffi, the consent agenda items were approved for adoption by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
· Approval of the minutes from the regular School Board meeting of Thursday, July 28, 2022.
· Approval of minutes from the Executive Committee meeting of Thursday,
August 18, 2022.
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Receive the Head Start Supervisor’s Monthly Report. Ms. Amanda Fontenot stated the Head Start Monthly Report for the month of July 2022, has been on BoardDocs and asked if there were any questions. Mr. Frank Aguillard stated that at last week’s meeting, Ms. Fontenot mentioned enrollment numbers were down last year and questioned if enrollment has improved with comparison to last year. Ms. Fontenot stated enrollment is increasing every day and there are a few spots available between Head Start and Pre-K at each site but almost all of them are full; she reported that enrollment is more than double from last year.
Mr. Frank Aguillard made a motion to approve the monthly Head Start Supervisor’s Report for July 2022. The motion was seconded by Mr. Aubry Hendricks, and the report was approved by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Adoption of the 2022-2023 Pupil Progression Plan. Mrs. Kristy LaCoste stated adoption of the Pupil Progression Plan (PPP) is a routine item the Board adopts every year. She explained that the State Department of Education sends school systems a pre-populated template and are asked to add their considerations. Mrs. LaCoste announced that last year’s plan and this year’s proposed plan are both on BoardDocs. She explained this year’s new considerations are written in blue. Mrs. LaCoste mentioned there were not a lot of change. She stated that the 2022-2023 school year is the first year that kindergarten is a requirement across the state of Louisiana; she stated that while our school system had active participation in kindergarten but since it is now required, considerations were needed in our plan. The 2022-2023 PPP has the new revisions the school district is mandated to include in their plan for grade placement this year. Also, included is documentation regarding how to handle students entering our district that have not had kindergarten experience (i.e., screenings). New guidelines for 3rd and 4th grade students will now get academic improvement plans when they have failing scores in reading or on the LEAP in ELA. Mrs. LaCoste explained the School Building Level Committee (SBLC) Team will meet to discuss placement determination for individual students should the LEAP scores not arrive before the school year begins. Board Member Chad Aguillard questioned who makes up the SBLC Team and Mrs. LaCoste stated it usually is comprised of the principal, a special education teacher, classroom teachers that represent grade levels (a group of people on the campus and their sole purpose is to determine the promotion or retention of a student). Mr. Aguillard stated that he would think that the SBLC Team would have objective measures for how they make their determination (regarding promotion or retention of a student). Mrs. LaCoste explained that the team looks at multiple data sources used in the school district such as reading reports, different programs such as Waterford, I-Ready, report cards, teacher observations, math scores, and further explained that this group not only functions for end of year promotion and retention determinations but sometimes they meet regarding a student at different times during the school year. Mr. Chad Aguillard stated that his concern is coming from a good place of wanting it to be fair and equitable across the board. Mrs. LaCoste stated considerations were included and she mentioned that due process is also included. Board Member Frank Aguillard complimented Mrs. LaCoste on her presentation and stated that he likes the plan; he mentioned evidently the scores have been received late in the past. Mrs. LaCoste mentioned that 9 times out of 10 the scores have been late from the state, and they will provide an estimated date, but school systems must be flexible in those situations. Mr. Frank Aguillard mentioned the effect school systems have when they receive late LEAP scores from the DOE as it can affect class size staffing, etc. Mrs. LaCoste explained that pen and paper tests take longer to process, and the DOE is moving toward more computerized testing. Board Member Lisa D’Aquila explained that even if the scores are not late, there is a system in place to look at each child to determine if this is the best placement for the child, that is what is important; this Pupil Progression Plan is good. Mrs. LaCoste stated the proposed PPP is a guide of criteria for schools to follow, upon approval by the Board. She also mentioned that the state requested that due process be included in our plan this year; thus, it was added. Therefore, if parents are not happy and have complaints about grade placement that was determined by the SBLC Team, the PPP includes added documentation on the steps that will be taken.
Mr. Frank Aguillard made a motion, seconded by Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila, to adopt the 2022-2023 Pupil Progression Plan. The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Adoption of the Monthly Financial Information. Mr. Stephen Langlois asked if anyone had any questions regarding the monthly financial information that was reviewed last week and has been on BoardDocs; having no questions, Mr. Nelson stated that he would like to offer a motion.
Mr. Thomas Nelson made a motion to adopt the July 2022 financial report as presented by Mr. Stephen Langlois. The motion was seconded by Mr. Walter Grezaffi and carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Adoption of the 2022-2023 General Fund Budget. Mr. Stephen Langlois announced a Public Hearing on the 22-23 budget that has been on public review, as advertised in The Pointe Coupee Banner, was held from 5:00-5:30 p.m. this afternoon. Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila, Vice-President, opened the meeting; other members of the Board present were Mr. Walter Grezaffi and Mr. Gene Aubry Hendricks. Mr. Langlois stated there were a few questions from Board members and he reviewed the information requested; he announced the budget that he is asking the Board to approve is a balanced budget. Ms. D’Aquila stated that Mr. Langlois did a good job answering questions and reviewing the information at the public hearing and would like to offer a motion.
Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila made a motion to adopt the 2022-2023 General Fund Budget that has been on public review. The motion was seconded by Mr. Aubry Hendricks, and carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding 21st Century Community Learning Center Program Hourly Rate Increases. Mr. Stephen Langlois stated for the last two summers, the 21st Century Community Learning Center (CCLC) Program increased their hourly pay rates as an incentive for teachers to work during the summer. Mr. Langlois stated the proposed rates are on BoardDocs and recommends using these rates all year long for 21st Century beginning in September 2022.
Teachers, Site coordinators, Education Liaison, Paraprofessionals, Tutors
· Certified/temporarily certified teachers or degreed professional with 5 or more years of teaching experience ($30.00 per hour)
· Tutor (individual with a 4-year college degree) ($21.00 per hour)
· Highly Qualified Paraprofessional ($17.00 per hour)
· Tutor (individual with a high school diploma and less than 4 years of college or a college student) ($13.50 per hour)
· Paraprofessional who does not meet the Highly qualified Standards ($8.25 per hour)
Note: The hourly rates listed are contingent upon available grant funding each year.
Mr. Chad Aguillard made a motion, seconded by Mrs. Anita LeJeune, to adopt the hourly rate increase for teachers, site coordinators, education liaison, paraprofessionals, and tutors (contingent upon available grant funding each year), effective September 2022. The motion carried and was approved by an unanimously vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding Excess Funds from Sales Tax Fund for Fiscal Year 2022. Mr. Langlois stated as was discussed last week there was an end-of-the year surplus of $1,015.620.08 in the sales tax fund for fiscal year 2021-2022. He mentioned it is their recommendation, as done in past years, to distribute the excess funds back to its employees (information regarding the sales tax fund was placed on BoardDocs). Mr. Langlois announced the check amounts for certified personnel and support personnel employed from July 1, 2021-June 30, 2022, calculated on the number of days worked. He stated that he would like to distribute the checks on Friday, August 26, 2022, if approved. Mr. Jason Lemoine asked if the excess was from the budgeted amount of the sales tax fund and Mr. Langlois confirmed that it is thus, you can see the money rolling over from last year and being distributed in the sales tax fund. Board Member Frank Aguillard stated the public needs to know why these employees are getting this surplus check. Board Member Thomas Nelson stated what should also be made known is these checks are excess from the sales tax that was passed in 1999 for salaries/benefits. Mr. Langlois reiterated that distribution is for permanent employees that were hired and paid from salary schedules last year (July 1, 2021-June 30, 2022) even if an employee retired or left the district, they will receive a check as it was part of their salary from last year. Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila reiterated this surplus check originated from the one-half cent sales tax that was passed in 1999.
Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila made a motion, seconded by Aubry Hendricks, to distribute excess sales tax funds from fiscal year 2021-2022 (July 1, 2021-June 30, 2022) to certified employees and support staff at the calculated rate recommended by the Superintendent and Chief Financial Officer. The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding Adoption of a Resolution Requesting the Policy Planning Board of the Office of Group Benefits to Reconsider the Exorbitant and Unfair Premium Increase Imposed on the School Boards Participating in the Pelican HR 1000 Plan. Mr. Langlois announced, as discussed at last week’s Executive Committee meeting, an item is on the agenda regarding adoption of a resolution requesting the Policy Planning Board of the Office of Group Benefits to reconsider the exorbitant and unfair premium increase imposed on the school boards participating in the Pelican HRA 1000 plan. Mr. Stephen Langlois stated that he attended the OGB policy board meeting, and they postponed the adoption of the rates until early September. Thus, the reason we are coming to you this month for consideration of approval of a resolution to oppose the rate increase as other School Boards have done across the state that are participating in OGB and have the med plus gap insurance plan. Mr. Stephen Langlois stated that after open enrollment started last year, OGB increased the rates for Pelican HRA by 24.5%; this year they want to increase it by 21.2% to try to curtail employee participation in that plan and choose one of their other plans. This resolution will join in with other school districts to across the state to show a unified front to oppose such a drastic increase in premium rates. Mr. Jason Lemoine stated that most employees were on Magnolia Local Plus; however, when Taylor and Sons came up with the secondary Gap coverage plan, a lot of the employees switched to Pelican HRA 1000 because it was a lower premium, with no deductibles or co-payments. After OGB saw that a lot of employees switched to the Pelican HR 1000 plan from other plans, they started increasing the premium to encourage employees to go back to Magnolia Local Plus or one of their other plans.
President Jason Lemoine read aloud the following Resolution:
BE IT RESOLVEDby the Pointe Coupee Parish School Board, meeting in regular session, with a quorum present and voting that:
WHEREAS, the SCHOOL BOARD is aware that the health insurance policy for their employees is managed by the Office of Group Benefits, and that the Policy Planning Board meets annually to discuss premium rates for the upcoming year;
WHEREAS, the SCHOOL BOARD is aware that providing health insurance to their employees is an earned benefit for these underpaid public employees;
WHEREAS, the SCHOOL BOARD is aware that providing GAP insurance is a further incentive to employees, because it helps alleviate the financial burden of high deductibles and can result in lower medical expenses; and
WHEREAS, the SCHOOL BOARD is aware that the Policy Planning Board of the Office of Group Benefits met on October 6, 2021, and voted to increase the premium rates for the school boards on the Pelican HRA 1000 plan by 24.4%, instead of the 5% increase that other agencies received, without providing any explanation or evidence to justify this differential and burdensome treatment.
IT IS RESOLVED that the SCHOOL BOARD requests that the Policy Planning Board of the Office of Group Benefits reconsider the exorbitant and unfair premium increase imposed on the school boards participating in the Pelican HRA 1000 plan, treat these school boards the same as other agencies this coming fiscal year, and provide reasons or evidence to justify actions taken in the past or future on those public agencies with GAP coverage.
The above resolution was introduced on August 25, 2022, by Chad Aguillard, seconded by Anita LeJeune and the vote thereon was as follows:
SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS YEA NAY ABSTAIN
Chad Aguillard X ____ ________
Frank Aguillard, Jr. X ____ ________
Lisa Loupe D’Aquila X ____ ________
Walter Grezaffi X ____ ________
Aubry Hendricks X ____ ________
Anita LeJeune X ____ ________
Jason Lemoine X ____ ________
Thomas Nelson X ____ ________
ATTEST:
_____________________________, President
Pointe Coupee Parish School Board
Date: August 25, 2022
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding Extension of Lease with John A. Pinsonat for Property Next to Livonia High School. Mr. Stephen Langlois stated the Board is being asked to consider a 12-month extension of the lease with John A. Pinsonat for property next to Livonia High School. Mr. Langlois explained the property was previously used for the auto-mechanics class; however, it will used for a carpentry class at the same monthly rate.
On a motion by Mr. Aubry Hendricks, seconded by Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila, the Board approved the lease extension with John A. Pinsonat for the property next to Livonia High School, effective September 1, 2022-August 31, 2023, at the rate of $500.00 per month. The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding Extension of Lease with Karangela, L.L.C. for property next to Livonia High School. Mr. Stephen Langlois stated the Board is being asked to consider an extension of a lease with Karangela, L.L.C. for the property next to Livonia High School for a term of 3 years commencing on September 1, 2022, at a rental of $6,000 per year, payable annually. He explained this property was previously named the Foti property; however, it is now Karangela; the property is located behind the John Ashley Pinsonat property and is used for the purpose of parking vehicles, ingress, and egress for all school and school-related activities and/or functions occurring at Livonia High School. Mr. Langlois mentioned the agreement will automatically renew every three years, unless either party provides a written notice at least sixty (60) days prior to the expiration date of the Initial Term or any Renewal Term to the other party of its election not to renew the agreement.
On a motion by Mr. Aubry Hendricks, seconded by Mr. Walter Grezaffi, the Board approved the lease extension with Karangela, L.L.C. for the property next to Livonia High School for a term of two (2) three-year terms, commencing on September 1, 2022, at an annual rental rate of $6,000. The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding Awarding Bid for Lease of 16th Section Property. Mr. Stephen Langlois announced the bid opening for the five-year lease of the 16th Section School Board Property was held on Tuesday, August 16, 2022, at 2:30 p.m. (the advertisement was published in The Pointe Coupee Banner on July 7, 14, and 21, 2022). Three bid packets were handed out, but only two qualifying bid proposals were received; one was received from our current lessee for $18,000 per year, and one from a new group led by Kyle Trabona (Shaw Lake Hunting Club) for an annual amount of $18,600. The hunting lease/use agreement was placed on BoardDocs. Mr. Langlois stated his recommendation is to lease with the highest bidder, as has traditionally been done.
On a motion by Mr. Frank Aguillard, seconded by Mr. Thomas Nelson, the Board approved awarding the bid to the highest bidder, Mr. Kyle Trabona, Shaw Lake Hunting Club, for the lease of the 16th Section School Board property for an annual payment of $18,600, for a period of five years, beginning September 1, 2022, and expiring August 31, 2027. The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding Consideration of Approval of Road Use Agreement for Access to 16th Section School Board Property. Mr. Stephen Langlois explained that he had spoken to Mrs. Libby Rose Clark regarding the Road Use Agreement for access to the 16th Section School Board Property, as this is normally done about the same time when the hunting lease is approved. He stated that Mrs. Libby Rose Clark and her attorney handles this for the Cotton Estate; however, she informed him that she is going through attorney changes (her attorney has retired) and it is taking a little longer. Mr. Langlois stated that he mentioned to Mrs. Libby Rose that our lease will be for 5 years, rather than 3 years as in years past, and she does not have a problem with that. However, the new attorney was unable to draw up the new five-year road use agreement for tonight’s meeting. Therefore, the Board is being requested to table this item with an extension of the current lease for a short period of time, as agreed upon by Mrs. Libby Rose Clark.
Mr. Walter Grezaffi made a motion, seconded by Mr. Aubry Hendricks, to table the approval of the road use agreement for access to the 16th section property, and granted permission to extend the current lease with the Cotton Estate. The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding Ground Maintenance at School Locations. Mr. Stephen Langlois stated that a couple of local lawn care providers in the area were contacted to request an estimate of what it would cost to cut grass at STEM and Livonia school campuses. Mr. Langlois stated after looking at one of the estimates, it is their recommendation to outsource in comparison to hire someone to just cut grass. He stated financially it would be better because you would not have to purchase and maintain the equipment (oil, gas, etc.). He stated if the Board would like to do this, he will solicit official quotes. If the Board so chooses to outsource, he will code the maintenance agreement services to the property tax maintenance fund. Board Member Frank Aguillard inquired if quotes or bids would be obtained as a lot of people in this area are in this type of business. Mr. Stephen Langlois stated because of the price point you do not have to request a bid, a quote is sufficient, but if the Board wishes to have the service bid, he can do that. Mr. Frank Aguillard stated to protect the School Board and Stephen, he would recommend sealed bids. Mrs. Anita LeJeune questioned who has been maintaining school lawns and Mr. Stephen Langlois explained that our personnel (school janitors) are currently taking care of lawns; maintenance department employees help during the summer. Board Member Aubry Hendricks questioned if this is a 12-month deal and Mr. Langlois stated they would schedule 30-40 cuts each year. President Jason Lemoine stated if the Board decides to go with the bid process, make sure to compare “apples to apples” concerning the bid. Mr. Langlois stated if the Board wants to go with the bid process, he will put a Request for Proposal packet together with certain guidelines. Mr. Walter Grezaffi questioned if they are going to just bid for STEM and Livonia or look at all the schools. Mr. Grezaffi also questioned if separate bids could be done per school since someone local that lives close to a school maybe interested in bidding for that area. Mr. Langlois stated that he would like to have a base bid for Livonia and STEM; addendum 1 UPCE; Rosenwald addendum 2; Rougon addendum 3; Valverda addendum 4 so we could get prices on all campuses. Board Member Chad Aguillard stated that he likes that idea as it is the fairer way. Superintendent Canezaro stated that Mr. Andrew Duhe is not here tonight, but he agrees with outsourcing as well. Mr. Walter Grezaffi mentioned that he would like the maintenance department to use the tractor that was purchased to bushhog those areas that we can do ourselves. Mr. Jason Lemoine questioned if coaches were contacted regarding their athletic fields as he used to like to cut his own field. Stephen Langlois stated that he would include that in the proposal. Superintendent Canezaro stated that the RFP will request bids with and without the athletic fields. Mr. Stephen stated that he will prepare for all sites and an addendum with the athletic fields.
Mr. Aubry Hendricks made a motion, seconded by Mr. Walter Grezaffi, to start the process for an RFP for all sites with and without athletic fields. The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Discussion and/or Action Regarding Bus Driver Operational and Fuel Supplement for the Beginning of School Year 2022-2023. Mr. Stephen mentioned there are two owner- operator bus drivers still in the school system and they met with he and Dr. LaShonda Victorian to see if the Board can do something regarding the fuel supplement that does not start until September. He explained the bus drivers receive fuel supplements for nine months (September – May) but drive during the month of August; thus, they have been operating about 1 ½ months without a supplement and with the increase in fuel costs are asking if the Board would consider changing that going forward. Mr. Langlois stated that he spoke with Attorney Bob Hammonds to get his opinion on what can be done to help facilitate the bus drivers receiving a fuel supplement from the beginning of the school year. Mr. Langlois stated their recommendation is based on the information received from Attorney Hammonds which is to give a Board approved additional $1,000 fuel and operational supplement to the two owner-operator bus drivers; split $500 in Sept. and $500 in October and going forward $1,000 will be given in August for the 23-24 school year.
Mrs. Anita LeJeune made a motion, seconded by Mr. Walter Grezaffi, to approve a $1,000 bus driver operational and fuel supplement for the 2022-2023 school year (split $500 in September and $500 in October); and moving forward, a $1,000 supplement will be given in August, effective with the 2023-2024 school year and beyond.
The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
Adoption of Revisions to Policy DJED. Superintendent Canezaro stated that Forethought Consulting, Inc. sent revised Policy DJED (Bids and Quotations) for consideration of adoption due to legislative changes. She mentioned the policy was sent to Attorney Hammonds for review; his recommendation is to adopt the revised policy as prepared by Forethought, Inc. The information is on BoardDocs.
On a motion by Mr. Frank Aguillard, seconded by Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila, the Board approved revisions to Policy DJED due to legislative changes. The motion carried by a unanimous vote of the eight members of the Board present and voting.
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Adjournment - On a motion by Ms. Lisa Loupe D’Aquila, seconded by Mr. Aubry Hendricks, the meeting adjourned at 6:18 p.m.
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Jason Lemoine, President
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Kim Canezaro, Superintendent