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The Monroe City School Board met in regular session,
Tuesday, May 2, 2006 at 6:00 p.m. in 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 Rev. McFarland. The Pledge of Allegiance
was recited in unison.
Item 4: Roll Call
Members Present
Mrs. Victoria "Vickie" Dayton
Mr. Anthony "Tony" Cain
Mr. James "Mickey" Traweek
Mr. Jessie L. Handy
Reverend Rodney McFarland
Mrs. Stephanie S. Smith (late)
Mrs. Brenda Shelling
Superintendent and Administrative Staff
Dr. James A. Dupree
Mrs. Betty Carroll
Ms. Mamie Williams
Mrs. Julie Staley
Mrs. Teresa Foreman
Mrs. Derenda Flowers
Mr. Andrew Hill
Attorney L. Douglas Lawrence
Action Item 5:
Adoption of the Agenda
On a motion by Mr. Traweek that was seconded by Mrs. Dayton, the Board adopted
the agenda with the following revision: Revised Human Resources Agenda Items A-F
The motion carried on a unanimous vote of members present.
Action Item 6 and 7
Adoption of the Minutes
It was moved by Mr. Cain and seconded by Mrs. Dayton to approve the March 28,
2006 and April 18, 2006 minutes as printed.
Mrs. Shelling stated that a correction needed to be made to the April 18, 2006
minutes. She stated that she did not amend her own motion; the motion was
amended by Rev. McFarland.
Mr. Cain stated that he would accepted the change if it is reflected on the tape
recording.
The motion carried on a unanimous vote of members present.
NOTE: A review of the tape revealed that the minutes were correct and are
approved as
printed.
Agenda Item 8
The President's Report and Announcements
President Handy thanked everyone for their attendance at tonight's meeting.
President Handy informed the public on procedures for addressing the Board on
agenda and non-agenda items.
Public Input
Ms. Gloria Walker addressed the Board on absenteeism of Board members at the
April 18, 2006 Board meeting.
Action Item 9
Discussion/Action from the Superintendent
Superintendent Dupree thanked the public for their support on the Tax Renewal.
Dr. Dupree also thanked the City of Monroe, Chamber of Commerce, Ministerial
Alliance, The News Star, Monroe Dispatch, Media and all other organizations that
endorsed the Tax Renewal. Dr. Dupree further stated that it is important that
the District have this type of support from the community.
Field Trip Request
It was moved by Mrs. Shelling and seconded by Mrs. Smith to approve a field trip
request for Sallie Humble to Dallas, Texas on May 17-18, 2006.
Rev. McFarland requested a copy of all memos sent to principals regarding field
trip policies.
Dr. Dupree stated that procedures not policies are being developed and all
policies will go before the Policy Committee. Dr. Dupree further stated that
this policy/procedure would also be brought before the Curriculum Committee
because field trips are in context with the Curriculum Program.
Mrs. Smith asked that all Board members receive a copy of the memos.
The motion carried on a unanimous vote.
Action Item 10
Human Resources Agenda Items A-F
On a motion by Mrs. Shelling that was seconded by Mrs. Dayton, the Board
accepted the revised Human Resources Agenda as recommended by the
Superintendent.
The motion carried on a unanimous vote.
Action Item 11
On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Rev. McFarland the Board approved
the following:
11:A - Permission to advertise for bids: Classroom Library Materials - Reading
First Grant
11:B - Awarding of bid: Neville High School et al Band Instruments (see addendum
for spreadsheet)
The motion carried on a unanimous vote.
Item 12
Superintendent's Announcements
Dr. Dupree and Mrs. Shelling will be in Baton Rouge on May 3-4 attending the
Legislative Forum sponsored by the Louisiana School Boards Association
Lincoln Elementary School won 1st place in the African American Quiz Bowl
Last day for seniors - May 11th
High School Graduations:
May 16th - Wossman High
May 17th - Carroll High
May 18th - Neville High
Agenda Item 13
Public Discussion and Comments on Non-Agenda Items
Rev. Dale Farley and Rev. James Johnson of Northeastern Louisiana Interfaith
Organization addressed the Board on concerns regarding support personnel. The
group would like to work with the Superintendent and Board to find an equitable
resolution to their concerns.
Ms. Bessie Smith and Ms. Donnie Johnston addressed the Board on custodial
workers being rescheduled from nine month to ten month employees. Ms. Smith
asked that a meeting be scheduled to resolve this issue.
Ms. Emma West addressed the Board on a cost of living raise.
Mr. Cain stated that he regrets that he will be unable to attend any graduations
this year.
President Handy and Mr. Traweek thanked the employees and tax payers for their
support on the Tax Renewal.
Rev. McFarland voiced his concerns on what constitutes a two-thirds vote. Rev.
McFarland asked that the weight room extension and bleachers at Lee Junior High
be placed on the next Board agenda.
Mrs. Smith addressed the Board on custodial staff concerns.
Mrs. Smith and Rev. McFarland stated that they are not in support of custodial
workers working the extra month without extra pay.
Rev. McFarland asked that he receive a copy of the minutes in which the salary
schedule was approved.
Action Item 14
Adjournment
On a motion by Mr. Cain that was seconded by Mr. Traweek, the meeting adjourned
at 6:35 p.m.
The motion carried on a unanimous vote.
Mr.
Jessie L. Handy, President
Dr. James A. Dupree, Superintendent
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