December 10, 1991
THE PARISH BOARD OF VERNON PARISH LOUISIANA CONVENED IN SPECIAL SESSION ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 1991 AT 5:00 P.M. in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 201 Belveiw Road, Leesville, LA President Gunn called the meeting to order and on roll call the following members were present:
PHILIP L. GUNN, PRESIDENT
WALLACE MCRAE, VICE PRESIDENT
GERALD BURNS
ALVIN C. DOWDEN, JR.
MARK SMITH
BETTY WESTERCHIL
T.B. PORTER
CAROLYN WILLIAMS
ARVIL HARVEY
MURPHY O'BANION
B.R. HARVEY
BENARD MCKEE
COL. THOMAS TUCKER
There was also present Mr. Sammy L. Hinson, Secretary of the Board.
The meeting was opened in prayer by Mr. Mark Smith, Ward One.
The pledge of allegiance was led by Mr. Alvin C. Dowden, Jr., Ward One.
Superintendent Hinson read the attached Call Notice:
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On motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to approve the attached list of resignations:
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On motion of Mr. Smith, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the Board voted to approve the attached list of new employees:
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On motion of Mrs. Westerchil, seconded by Mr. Smith, the Board voted to approve a sabbatical leave for Mrs.Carolyn Coody, teacher, Leesville Junior High School, for Rest and Recuperation, Spring semester 1991-92.
On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by Mr. Arvil Harvey, the Board voted to accept the low bid of Pat Williams Construction Company for the purchase of a portable building for the Headstart program in the amount of $20,156.00.
On motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Arvil Harvey, the Board voted to advertise for bids for a portable building for the Special Education program. Bids to be received January 14, 1991.
On motion of Mr. B.R. Harvey, seconded by Mr. McRae, the Board voted to approve the following loans from General Fund:
a. Chapter II 92 $ 5,000.00
b. Chapter I 92 $25,000.00
c. 8 G A Great Beginning $ 5,000.00
d. 94-142 $15,000.00
On motion of Mr. McRae, seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to extend the lease agreement with the East Central Vernon Water Systems for a six month period in Ward Six. The Water Systems company agrees to pay the Vernon Parish School Board $50.00 for this extension.
On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to give the Assistant District Attorney, Mr. Asa Skinner, a $500.00 per month salary increase for legal services provided to the Vernon Parish school system.
Mr. Porter stated that the Hornbeck Meat Processing Plant has recently closed due to lack of funding. He asked if anything could possibility be done to reopen the processing plant. On motion of Mr. McRae, and seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to form a committee to study all meat processing plants and to make a recommendation to the Board for any assistance that might be offered to Hornbeck and the other plants.
Superintendent Hinson and the Board recognized Mr. Leland Slaydon and Mr. Rick Barnicle from the Knights of Columbus. The Knights organization has recently donated over $1600.00 for the Vernon Parish Very Special Arts Festival.
On motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to thank the Knights of Columbus for the generous contribution for the special children.
On motion of Mr. Arvil Harvey, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to express their grateful appreciation to the Central Office staff for the Christmas treats provided by the Staff.
On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mr. McKee, seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to support the Forestry Service in their endeavors to protect the Red cocked woodpecker.
President Gunn opened the floor for the election of officers for 1992.
Mr. O'Banion nominated Mr. Wallace McRae for President. Mrs. Williams seconded the nomination. Mr. B.R. Harvey made a motion that the nominations cease, Mr. McKee seconded the motion. Mr. McRae was elected President of the Board by acclamation.
Mr. Arvil Harvey nominated Mrs. Betty Westerchil for Vice President. Mr. McKee seconded the nomination. Mr. B.R. Harvey made a motion that the nominations cease. Mrs. Williams seconded the motion. Mrs. Westerchil was elected Vice President of the Board by acclamation.
Mr. McRae expressed his desire to serve as President of the Board and stated that he intends for the Vernon Parish School system to continue to progress.
Mr. McRae presented to Mr. Gunn a plaque and gavel in appreciation for his service while serving as President for 1991.
Mr. Gunn expressed his appreciation to the Board.
On motion of Mr. McKee, seconded by Mrs. Westerchil, the Board voted to resolve itself into a claims committee and approve the claims.
On motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by Mr. Burns, the Board voted to authorize the President and Secretary to pay claims as approved by the claims committee.
There being no further business, on motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Gunn, the Board voted to adjourn.
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PHILIP L. GUNN, PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
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SAMMY L. HINSON, SECRETARY
DECEMBER 10, 1991