June 4, 1996
THE PARISH BOARD OF VERNON PARISH LOUISIANA CONVENED IN REGULAR SESSION ON JUNE 4, 1996, AT 10:00 A.M. IN THE BOARD ROOM OF THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, 201 BELVIEW ROAD, LEESVILLE, LA PRESIDENT SMITH CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AND ON ROLL CALL THE FOLLOWING MEMBERS WERE PRESENT:
MARK H. SMITH, PRESIDENT
WILLIS A. FARRIS, VICE PRESIDENT
DICKIE BAILES
GERALD BURNS
ALVIN C. DOWDEN
GENE HAYMON
C.A. HUGHES
KIM REESE
LINDA WEST
BETTY WESTERCHIL
PHILIP GUNN
W.W. PARKER
MURPHY O'BANION
B.R. HARVEY
COL. BRADLEY
ABSENT: BENARD MCKEE
There was also present Mr. Sammy L. Hinson, Secretary of the Board.
The meeting was opened in prayer by Mr. W.W. Parker, District Two.
The pledge of allegiance was led by Mr. B.R. Harvey, District Five.
On motion of Mr. Farris, seconded by Mr. Poe, the Board voted to approve and dispense with the reading of the minutes of May 7, 1996.
On motion of Mr. Farris, seconded by Mrs. Reese, the Board voted to accept the attached list of resignations:
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On motion of Mrs. Westerchil, seconded by Ms West, the Board voted to approve a sabbatical leave request for Mrs. Margaret Rachel, teacher, Leesville High School, rest and recuperation, 1996-97 school year.
On motion of Mr. Gunn, seconded by Mr. Hughes, the Board voted to approve the attached list of employee transfers:
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On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Farris, the Board voted to approve Mr. Robert Craft to Assistant Principal at Pickering High School, to be effective January 14, 1997.
On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Parker, the Board voted to name Mrs. Barbara Barnickel as Assistant Principal at Pickering High School, effective June 5, 1996 to January 13, 1997.
On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion Mr. Parker, seconded by Mr. Gunn, the Board voted to approve the list of administrative contracts:
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On recommendation of Superintendent Hinson, and on motion of Mr. Gunn, seconded by Mr. Hughes, the Board voted to name the attached list of Central Office employees:
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Mr. Thomas Avant, teacher, Leesville High School, demonstrated a camera and television that he purchased with funds from an Eisenhower Grant approval. Mr. Avant expressed that by way of this special camera he is more able to serve science students at Leesville High School. It was noted that Mr. Avant teaches approximately 600 students.
At this time Mrs. Brenda Bealer, Headstart Director, and Mrs. Alice Grimes, Parenting Coordinator, presented the Headstart parent volunteers who donated the most hours of time in Vernon Parish Schools. Parent volunteer hours totaled 11.351. Mrs. Grimes stated that many hours of time were not recorded and that the Headstart program appreciates the Parent volunteers.
On motion of Ms West, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to thank and commend all Headstart volunteer parents who have helped in the program.
On motion of Hughes, seconded by Mr. Parker, the Board voted to authorize the Superintendent to proceed with the purchase of the Parent Media Center (Headstart), 1409 South 4th Street, Leesville, LA. Mr. Hinson stated that Mr. Ron Steed, and Mr. Ken Hughes with the Merchants and Farmers Bank have reported that they will put a new roof on the building before the closing date for purchase. The school board, through Headstart funds is purchasing the building, (70% funding from federal government and 30% funding from the school board).
Mr. Bill Endris, Director of Finance, addressed the Board about an investment policy adoption. (ENCLOSED)
On motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by Mr. Gunn, the Board voted to adopt the Investment Policy as presented by Mr. Endris.
Mr. Endris explained the Vernon Parish School Board HMO/POS Health Plan.
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Dr. Larry Monk, Assistant Superintendent, presented the proposed 1996-97 Personnel Evaluation Plan. He reported the changes from the previous plan, stating that no major changes have been made.
On motion of Mr. Gunn, seconded by Mrs. Westerchil, the Board voted to adopt the 1996-97 Personnel Evaluation Plan as presented by Dr. Monk.
On motion of O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Parker, the Board voted to open the bids received for used band equipment for Pickering High School.
BIDDER BID
DEBBIE RIST LUDWIG DRUM $15.00
LUDWIG DRUM $15.00
On motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Harvey, the Board voted to accept the bids from Mrs. Rist for the band equipment.
On motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Harvey, the Board voted to authorize the Superintendent, Mr. Moss and Mr. Roberts and the band director at Pickering High School to dispose of the remainder of the used band equipment.
Mr. Bobby Moss, Purchasing Agent, reported on the General Supply bids, stating that he recommends all low bids where specifications are met with the exceptions noted. (ALL INFORMATION ATTACHED).
On motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by Mrs. Reese, the Board voted to accept the general supply bids as recommended by Mr. Moss.
Mr. Richard Schwartz, athletic supervisor, discussed the athletic sports calendars.
On motion of Mr. Farris, seconded by Mr. O'Banion, the Board voted to request that the President appoint a committee to student the sports calendars. President Smith appointed the following committee:
BILL PARKER, CHAIRMAN
MR. FARRIS
MS WEST
Superintendent Hinson stated that he received a letter from Mayor Jim Shapkoff about the land acquisition by Fort Polk for the JRTC training.
On motion of Mr. Haymon, seconded by Mr. Farris, the Board voted to adopt a resolution of support of this land acquisition by Fort Polk. Mr. B.R. Harvey voted no, stating that there are many District Five residents living in this area of Vernon Parish who are opposed to the acquisition.
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On motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by Mr. Burns, the Board voted to advertise for risograph supplies and materials. Bids to be received July 2, 1996 at 10:00.
On motion of Mr. Burns, seconded by Ms. West, the Board voted to advertise for milk for the 1996-97 school year. Bids to be received July 2, 1996, at 10:00 a.m.
On motion of Mr. Gunn, seconded by Mrs. West, the Board voted to advertise for bread for the 1996-97 school year. Bids to be received July 2, 1996 at 10:00 a.m.
On motion of Mr. Hughes, seconded by Mr. Burns, the Board voted to advertise for bids for concrete for the bus lane and parking lot at East Leesville elementary. Bids to be received July 2, 1996, at 10:00 a.m.
On motion of Mr. Farris, seconded by Mrs. Reese, the Board voted to advertise for Vernon Parish School Food Services 1996-97 Price Quotation Calendar.
Mr. Hughes requested a financial report on Districts One and Six maintenance.
Superintendent Hinson stated that Board member evaluations of the superintendent were in folders. Each member was asked to fill out and return to Tandy by June 11, 1996.
On motion of Mr. Dowden, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to adopt the following memorial resolution:
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the members of the Vernon Parish School Board learned with grief and sadness of the recent death of Mrs. Irene Burleson, retired teacher from Vernon Parish, Evans High School, Hornbeck High School, Pitkin High School and Rosepine High School,
WHEREAS, Mrs. Burleson taught for 40 years and she was a dedicated employee. She touched many lives and her expertise in the classroom was exemplary. Mrs. Burleson's love for children was always evident and she strived to always provide a sound learning environment for her students.
WHEREAS, Mrs. Burleson was the mother of Mrs. Florence Endris, secretary, Title I, Vernon Parish School Board.
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board does request that a copy of this memorial resolution be sent to Mrs. Endris and her family.
On motion of Mrs. Westerchil, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to adopt the following memorial resolution:
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the members of the Vernon Parish School Board wish to convey their heartfelt sympathies to Mr. Philip Gunn, school board member, District 6, in the recent deaths of his brothers, Mr. George Gunn and Mr. John Gunn, both of Pennsylvania,
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the members do extend their love and prayers for Mr. Gunn and his family in this time of bereavement and request that a copy of this memorial resolution be sent to the Gunn family.
On motion of Mr. B.R. Harvey, seconded by the Board, the Board voted to adopt the following memorial resolution:
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the members of the Vernon Parish School Board do hereby wish to convey their heartfelt sympathies to the family of Mr. Odess Eugene Janeau, brother-in-law of Mrs. Zell Sweat, cook at Pitkin School,
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board request that a copy of this memorial resolution along with condolences from this Board.
On motion of Mr. B.R. Harvey, seconded by the Board the Board voted to adopt the following memorial resolution:
R E S O L U T I O N
WHEREAS, the members of the Vernon Parish School Board wish to convey their heart sympathies to Mr. Obie Dickens, custodian, Pitkin High School, in the recent death of his daughter, Mrs. Shirley Saxon,
THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the Board does request that a copy of this memorial resolution be sent to Mr. Dickens and his family.
Lt. Col. Bradley thanked the Board for their support of the land acquisition for Fort Polk.
President Smith informed the Board that they are invited to the 50th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Parker on Sunday, June 9, 1996 at 2:00 p.m. at the Old Anacoco Baptist Church.
There being no further business, on motion of Mr. O'Banion, seconded by Mr. Farris, the board voted to adjourn until Tuesday, June 11, 1996 at 5:00 p.m,.
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MARK H. SMITH, PRESIDENT
ATTEST:
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SAMMY L. HINSON, SUPERINTENDENT