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MINUTES December 16, 2003 The Monroe City School Board met in regular session on Tuesday, December 16, 2003, at the Monroe City School Board Media Center, 2009 Auburn Avenue, Monroe, Louisiana, 71201. The meeting was called to order by the President. Prayer was offered by Mr. Mickey Traweek. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited in unison.
Members Present:
Superintendent and Administrative Team: Administrators, employees, parents, representatives from professional organizations, and the news media were in attendance. Action Item 4: Adoption of the Agenda: On a motion by Mr. Traweek that was seconded by Reverend McFarland, the Board adopted the agenda and the addendum to the agenda as recommended by Dr. Cannon. Deletion: Action Item 11F Transfer of Certified Teacher. Addendum to the Agenda: 10A Tenure Hearing. The motion carried on a unanimous vote of members present. Action Item 5: Adoption of the Minutes . On a motion by Mr. Traweek that was seconded by Reverend McFarland, the Board adopted the minutes of November 18, 2003. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. Report Item 6: The President's Report and Announcements: The President thanked the central office staff, the media center staff, parents, and the news media for their support of the school system for the year of 2003. He also wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year. Mrs. Stephanie Smith entered at this time. Mrs. Shelling briefed the Board on the recently held LSBA Board of Directors meeting. The Board of Directors discussed "Capital Improvement Funds" being added to the MFP. She further stated that Livingston Parish and six or seven other Boards are suing the State to include Capital Improvement Funds to the MFP. However, if these funds are added, they are not to be distributed on the formula. They are to be distributed equally. Mr. Handy stated that one of the resolutions that this Board submitted to the LSBA Resolution Committee was the Full Funding of the MFP Formula. Mr. Traweek stated that the other resolutions submitted to the LSBA Resolution Committee were: Teacher
Tuition Exemption Program Dr. Cannon announced that U. S. Representative David Vitter held a press conference to announce that through the Congressman's Federal Education Technology initiative the Monroe City School System was awarded $50,000.00 to be used in the System's Technology Program. Dr. Cannon, President Handy, and Mrs. Karla Bowlin attended the press conference that was held at West Ridge Middle School, Ouachita Parish, December 11, 2003 at 10:30 a.m. Mrs. Dayton asked that Mrs. Bowlin report back to the Board on how the funds were spent. Mrs. Smith apologized for being late and stated that she wanted to add to the agenda the advertisement for the position of Guidance Counselor at Jefferson Upper Elementary School. Dr. Cannon stated that this position was approved by the Board and he gave the administration a directive to advertise for this position during the holidays. Mrs. Smith asked that a copy of the advertisement be sent all board members. Action Item 7 Child Nutrition Reauthorization/Resolution: On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Mrs. Shelling, the Board approved the Child Nutrition Reauthorization/Resolution as presented. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. (See addendum for resolution). Action Item 8: Contracted Services: On a motion by Mrs. Shelling that was seconded by Mr. Traweek, the Board entered into contracted services with IMAGEMAX as stated in the service contract. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. (See addendum for contract). Action Item 9: The Reassignment of Athletic Director/Head Football Coach at Wossman High School: On a motion by Mr. Traweek that was seconded by Mr. Cain, the Board approved the reassignment of Charles Smith, Athletic Director, effective January 9, 2004. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. Action Item 10: Advertisement for the Position of Athletic Director/Head Football Coach at Wossman High School: On a motion by Reverend McFarland that was seconded by Mrs. Dayton, the Board authorized the administration to advertise for the position of Athletic Director /Head Football Coach at Wossman High School, beginning Wednesday, December 17 through Friday, January 9, 2004. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. Action Item 10A: Tenure Hearing: On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Reverend McFarland, the Board scheduled a tenure hearing for Ms. Wanda Carr for February 5, 2004. The motion carried six to one. Mrs. Shelling opposed. Action Items 11A through12D: Personnel Changes: It was moved by Mr. Traweek that the Board approve all personnel items in 11A through 12D. Agenda Item 11F was deleted during the adoption of the agenda.. The Board discussed all personnel items as listed on the agenda. Mrs. Shelling asked the Superintendent to have the Personnel Director to attend all board meetings to answer all personnel issues on the agenda. She stated that the Board needs to hold a work session to discuss personnel. Mr. Traweek withdrew his motion . On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Mrs. Smith, the Board tabled all personnel items until the next board meeting. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. Report Item 13: The Superintendent's Report and Announcements: The Superintendent stated that the Annual Audit will be presented to the Board immediately after the holidays. Mrs. Shelling asked that the Board approve a work session of the Board at the next board meeting. Mrs. Smith stated that a Curriculum Committee meeting will be held when we return from the holidays. Mr. Handy stated that a walk-through of Carroll Junior High School Gymnasium be held prior to the releasing of the final payment. The "punch list" will be used in the walk-through of the gymnasium Mr. Traweek stated that the Facilities Committee will meet and review the needs at all schools. A maintenance plan will be put in place to address all of the maintenance needs. at every school. Mrs. Deborah Benton, President of Carroll High School Band Booster Club, addressed the Board as it relates to Carroll High School Band performing in the Mardi Gras parade. Mrs. Benton also stated that band members must participate in an after school tutorial program in English and mathematics. (Fees are paid by parents of band member.) Dr. Cannon stated that he will meet with the Carroll High School principal to discuss the mandated tutorial program as stated by Mrs. Benton. A report will be given to the Board upon completion. On a motion by Mrs. Shelling that was seconded by Mrs. Smith, the Board added to the agenda the Carroll High School Band trip to New Orleans to perform in the Mardi Gras parade. Mr. Cain stated that all band members should be allowed to travel with the Band as long as traveling requirements are met. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Mrs. Smith and Mrs. Shelling, the Board granted permission for Carroll High School Band to travel to New Orleans to participate in the Mardi Gras parade, if there is a tutorial requirement, it is to be removed. The motion carried on a unanimous vote. Action Item 14: Adjournment: President Handy stated that this is the last board meeting in the year of 2003. Therefore, I am asking Reverend Rodney McFarland to close this year and this board meeting with a prayer. Reverend McFarland offered prayer for the System, board members, and the citizens of Monroe, Ouachita Parish, State of Louisiana, and the Nation. On a motion by Mr. Traweek that was seconded by Reverend McFarland, the Board adjourned at 6:15 p.m. The motion carried on a unanimous vote.
Mr. Jessie L. Handy, President George D. Cannon, Ed.D., Superintendent
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