MAY 11, 1995
THE PARISH BOARD OF VERNON PARISH LOUISIANA CONVENED IN SPECIAL SESSION ON THURSDAY MAY 11, 1995, AT 10:00 A.M. IN THE BOARD ROOM OF THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 201 BELVEIW ROAD, LA PRESIDENT SMITH CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AND ON ROLL CALL THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS WERE PRESENT:
MARK SMITH, PRESIDENT
T.B. PORTER, VICE PRESIDENT
GERALD BURNS
ALVIN C. DOWDEN, JR.
PHILIP L. GUNN
BETTY WESTERCHIL
CAROLYN WILLIAMS
ARVIL HARVEY
MURPHY O'BANION
B.R. HARVEY
WALLACE MCRAE
BENARD MCKEE
There was also present Mr. Sammy L. Hinson, Secretary of the Board.
The meeting was opened in prayer by Mrs. Betty Westerchil, Ward One.
The pledge of allegiance was led by Mr. Philip Gunn, Ward One.
Superintendent Hinson read the attached call notice:
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On motion of Mr. Arvil Harvey, seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to dispense with the reading and approve the minutes of May 4, 1995.
On motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Arvil Harvey, the Board voted to accept the attached list of resignations:
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On motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the Board voted to approve the attached list of sabbatical leave requests:
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At this time the Board recognized the following groups of state participants and state winners in:
Social Studies Fair
Science Fair
Literary Rally
Music
4-H
Tennis
Golf
Track
Softball
Each student was presented a Superintendent's Certificate for their outstanding accomplishments.
Dr. Cynthia Gillespie, Elementary Supervisor, addressed the Board reporting on the recent CAT scores received. Dr. Gillespie stated that Vernon Parish continues to excel in these areas as the Superintendent had informed the Board at the May 4, 1995 meeting.
On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mr. McKee, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the Board voted to name the attached list of school employees:
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On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mrs. Williams, seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to name Mr. Wayne Chance as Assistant Principal of Hornbeck High School, for a two year contract, July 1, 1995 to June 30, 1997. Mr. Chance is currently the Principal of Florien Elementary School.
On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mr. Gunn, seconded by Mr. Dowden, the Board voted to approve the Vernon Parish local application for IDEA Part B and Pre-school Flow Through Funds for FY 1995-96.
Superintendent Hinson canvassed the election returns of April 29, 1995 on the maintenance renewal taxes. On motion of Mr. Porter, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the Board voted to promulgate the election returns of April 29, 1995.
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On motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by Mr. Burns, the Board voted to announce the bids received by Committee on May 9, 1995 for general supplies:
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On motion of Mr. B.R. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to advertise for the purchase of a 1991 or newer activity bus for Pitkin High School. Bids to be received June 6, 1995 at 5:00 p.m.
On motion of Mr. B.R. Harvey, seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to advertise to sell two used activity busses at Pitkin High School. Bids to be received June 6, 1995 at 5:00 p.m.
On motion of Mr. Gunn, seconded by Mr. McKee, the Board voted to advertise for milk for the 1995-96 school year. Bids to be received June 6, 1995 at 5:00 p.m.
On motion of Mr. Gunn, seconded by Mr. Porter, the Board voted to advertise for bread for the 1995-96 school year. Bids to be received June 6, 1995 at 5:00 p.m.
Superintendent Hinson reported that the Optional School buildings were destroyed by fire on Tuesday, May 9, 1995. He stated that the preliminary rulings by the fire marshall are that faulty wiring was the cause of the fire. He stated that the contents are covered by insurance and that Bill Endris is handling this coverage. Mr. Hinson said the Larry Thompson of the Fair Board had offered the auditorium at the grounds for the Optional School classrooms and expressed his appreciation for that gesture. He also stated that Mr. Joe Martinez and Mr. Charles Weeks of the Leesville State School, offered to house the Optional School on a long term agreement. He said that this agreement has been accepted and classes have begun at this site.
On motion of Mr. Burns, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to express their appreciation to the Fair Board and to the officials of the Leesville State School for their concern for the educational future of the students of the Vernon Parish Optional School.
Superintendent Hinson reminded the members that the Academic Awards Banquet is Friday, May 12, 1995 at 6:30 p.m.
On motion of Mr. Burns, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to adopt the following memorial resolution:
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WHEREAS, the members of the Vernon Parish School Board wish to convey their heartfelt sympathies to the family of Mr. Chester Hyde, former Clerk of Court of Vernon Parish, who recently passed away,
WHEREAS, Mr. Hyde served the citizens of Vernon Parish with pride and loyalty,
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board does request that a copy of this memorial resolution to his mother, Mrs. Ina Hyde, and his brother, Mr. Frank Hyde, along with condolences from this Board.
On motion of Mrs. Williams, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to adopt the following memorial resolution:
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WHEREAS, the Vernon Parish School Board learned with grief and sadness of the recent death of Mrs. Mabel Morrison, retired teacher from Hornbeck High School,
WHEREAS, Mrs. Morrison was a loyal and dedicated educator whose love and care for children was exemplary,
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board request that a copy of this memorial resolution be sent to Mrs. Morrison's family along with sincere condolences from this Board.
President Smith asked Mr. James Ward to remove the debris from the Optional School fire as soon as possible.
On motion of Mr. McRae, seconded by Mr. Gunn, the Board voted to resolve itself into a claims committee and approve the claims.
On motion of Mr. Gunn, seconded by Mrs. Williams, the Board voted to authorize the President and Secretary to pay claims as approved by the claims committee.
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MARK H. SMITH, PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
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SAMMY L. HINSON, SECRETARY