Regular Board Meeting 2/15/00

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA

MINUTES, FEBRUARY 15, 2000

The School Board of Escambia County, Florida, convened in Public Forum at 6:00 p.m. in Room 160, Hall Center, 30 East Texar Drive, Pensacola, Florida, with the following present:

Chairman: Mrs. Cary Stidham Vice Chairman: Dr. John DeWitt

Members: Dr. Elmer Jenkins

Dr. Hal Mason

Mrs. Vanette Webb

School Board Attorney: Mrs. Maureen George

Superintendent of Schools: Mr. Jim May

The Board recognized the following speakers:

1) Reverend Charles Glover, 1000 Farmington Road, Pensacola, Florida, 32504, stated that he was affiliated with the First West Florida District Association, an association of about forty churches in the Pensacola area, and he expressed support for Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation, San Diego, California).

2) Mr. Andy Talbert, Attorney representing Mr. and Mrs. Jerrold Pinney, addressed the Board regarding a student transfer request (See Item VIII. Student Transfers).

3) Mr. Stenson Knight, Jr., President of STEC Construction, Inc., 275 Longleaf Drive, Pensacola, Florida, 32505, addressed the Board concerning construction bid projects at Oakcrest and Spencer Bibbs Elementary Schools. After discussion, Chairman Stidham asked that Mr. Knight confer with Dr. David Epperson, Assistant Superintendent for Facilities Planning and Maintenance.

4) Ms. Dorothy Mouton, 1565 East Yonge Street, Pensacola, Florida, 32503, appeared in opposition to Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

5) Ms. Nicole Brandon, 324 East Blount Street, Pensacola, Florida, 32503, spoke in opposition to Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

6) Mr. Kellan Lewis, 4550 La Jolla, Pensacola, Florida, 32504, stated that he is a junior at Washington High School, and he expressed opposition to Item IX.A.2.b (proposed teaching appointment at Washington High School).

7) Ms. Bonnie Exner, 2340 Old Chemstrand Road, Cantonment, Florida 32533, stated that she is a teacher at Ransom Middle School, and she spoke concerning the importance of tests that are designed to measure a child's development, as well as curriculum that meets the needs of students.

8) Mr. Jack Moses, 1662 Dogwood Place, Pensacola, Florida, 32505, spoke concerning Item IX.A.2.b (proposed teaching appointment at Washington High School), and he requested that further investigation be done regarding individuals involved in a football ticket reporting incident at Pine Forest High School.

9) Ms. Shelley Prince, 671 Eden Lane, Cantonment, Florida, 32533, spoke in opposition to Item XIII.6 - Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation.

10) Mr. Mamun Rashied, 2143 Jarrod Drive, Cantonment, Florida, 32533, appeared in opposition to Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

11) Mr. Robert Ave, 3260 Desert Street, Pensacola, Florida, 32514, expressed opposition to Item IX.A.2.b (proposed teaching appointment at Washington High School).

12) Mr. James Johnson, Jr., 231 Drew Circle, Pensacola, Florida, 32053, spoke in opposition to privatizing transportation services.

13) Mr. David Shepherd, 9821 Noritag Drive, Pensacola, Florida, 32514, expressed opposition to Item IX.A.2.b (proposed teaching appointment at Washington High School).

14) Ms. Linda Brown, Intern Principal, A. A. Dixon Elementary School, spoke in opposition to Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

15) Ms. Noelle Banser, 17119 Perdido Key Drive, Pensacola, Florida, 32507, expressed opposition to Item IX.A.2.b (proposed teaching appointment at Washington High School).

16) Mr. Jack Hood, Escambia High School teacher, expressed opposition to Item IX.A.2.b (proposed teaching appointment at Washington High School).

17) Ms. Betsy Woolley, A. A. Dixon Elementary School Media Specialist, spoke in opposition to Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

18) Mr. George White, Walnut Hill, Florida, appeared in support of Item IV.4 (Swimming Program for Elementary Students in North End Schools). Note: Item IV.4 was pulled from the agenda at the Board Workshop on February 14, 2000.

19) Ms. Arlene Costello, President, Escambia Education Association, reported that all of the School Board Members had been fingerprinted except for Dr. Hal Mason. She expressed that the Association has supported charter schools if they address and fulfill the needs of the community and the children, but felt that services proposed under Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation) are already being provided in the district.

20) Mr. Bryan Bennett, Vice President for Educational Outreach, School Futures Research Foundation, appeared in support of Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

21) Mr. Art Rocker, 1420 Sonata, Navarre, Florida, appeared in support of Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

22) Mr. Robert Husbands, Executive Director, Escambia NEA UniServ, spoke in opposition to Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

23) Ms. Michelle Cooks, 1407 Aries Drive, Pensacola, Florida, addressed the Board in opposition to year round school.

24) Ms. Carolyn Ford-Bryant, 5508 Sun Valley Drive, Pensacola, Florida 32505, spoke concerning her son's suspension from school.

25) Mr. Otha Leverette, 8246 Briese Lane, Pensacola, Florida, appeared in opposition to Item XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation).

26) Ms. Kimberly Herring, 8491 Old Spanish Trail Road, Pensacola, Florida, addressed the Board in support of year round school.

27) Ms. Sheree Cagle, Director of Comprehensive Planning, and Ms. Kelly Barton, Student Coordinator, recognized Core Values Contest student winners including Jessica Stein, Hellen Caro Elementary; Monique Lucas, ReDirections III; and Tina Timmons, Escambia High School. Trophies were presented in recognition of schools with the highest contest participation including Bratt Elementary, ReDirections III, and Escambia High School.

RECESS

Chairman Stidham called for a five-minute recess at 7:05 p.m. Chairman Stidham called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. Mr. Wayne Odom, Director of Title I, gave the Invocation, and Mr. Patrick Cabeza, Washington High School student, led the Pledge of Allegiance.

STELLAR EMPLOYEE

Mr. May asked Ms. Elizabeth Barker to come forward to be recognized as the Stellar Employee for the month of February. Mr. May commended Ms. Barker, a twenty-four year employee of the School District, who has served as Administrative Secretary to the Elementary and Secondary Directors for the past 5-½ years. He presented her with a plaque, a pin, and a check for $100 donated by Members First Credit Union.

RESOLUTIONS/PRESENTATIONS/RECOGNITIONS:

A. SCHOOL BOARD

1) Resolution designating "Read Across America" Week/Day - Escambia Education Association

Motion by Dr. Mason, second by Dr. DeWitt, to adopt a resolution designating "Read Across America" Week as February 27-March 4, 2000, and "Read Across America" Day as Friday, March 24, 2000, was unanimously approved. (Supplementary Minute Book Exhibit A)

2) Monthly Report - MGT Implementation Committee

Dr. James Mosko, Vice Chairman, MGT Implementation Committee, advised that a monthly draft report was previously submitted for Board review. He noted that the draft report will be updated on a continuous basis, and a final report will be submitted to the School Board at the termination of the tenure of the committee according to the committee charter.

3) Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Finance

Captain Chuck Klusman, committee member, reported that the committee met on February 14, 2000, and requested that the MGT Implementation Committee provide an implementation schedule concerning recommendations from the MGT Management/ Organizational Study of the Escambia County School District. Chairman Stidham noted that a schedule was presented to the Board last month and would be provided to the committee as well. Ms. Betsy Bowers, committee member, asked that the School Board consider a motion to adopt a Strategic Planning process, such as a five-year plan, to identify the long-term goals and objectives of the School District.

4) Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Curriculum

Dr. Jenkins reported that Mrs. Linda Gulley, Director of Grants Management, had addressed the committee concerning grant-writing, number of grants, and amount of grant monies involved, and the committee had recommended increasing the number of staff in the grant-writing area. He noted that at a prior meeting the committee had recommended that the Board support Item XIII. 5 (Charter School Proposal Reaching your Dreams, Inc.), and had recommended against accepting XIII.6 (Charter School Proposal by School of Futures Research Foundation, San Diego, California).

5) Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Technology

Dr. DeWitt reported that the committee had met and reviewed agenda items related to 171 computer purchases, noting that 63 of those were replacements and the rest were new. He advised that Mr. Don Manderson, Director of Instructional Technology, had developed a staffing document to address staffing needs to support the purchase of technology. Committee minutes were filed for the record (Supplementary Minute Book Exhibit B).

6) Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee (CAC) for Facilities

Mrs. Stidham indicated that the committee had agreed with the agenda items as submitted. She announced that the committee will meet next month at Ensley Elementary School.

B. SUPERINTENDENT

1) Recognition - Social Studies Teachers of the Year

The Superintendent and Board Members joined Dr. Jacqueline Young, Social Studies Supervisor, in recognizing the Social Studies Teachers of the Year including Amanda Brady, Pine Forest High School; Bonnie Exner, Ransom Middle School; Ellen Vinson, Cordova Park Elementary; Gary Ives, Tate High School, and Sara Cohan, Pensacola High School.

2) PTA Presentation

Ms. Cathy Roche, President, Escambia County Council of PTAs, reported that two educational workshops were held in January. She reported that Escambia County had almost 2,000 students who entered the Reflections Contest, noting that twenty-six (26) schools sent 380 entries to be judged at the county level, and seventy-six (76) entries were sent to the state level for judging. The remaining entries will be on display at the Hall Center in mid-February. The 75th Founders' Day Banquet was held on February 10, 2000. The next County Council of PTAs General Meeting will be held on March 23, 2000, at the Hall Center.

3) United Way/Escambia County School District Campaign trophy presentation to Montclair Elementary School, Ransom Middle School, Northview High School, and Human Resources Department Mr. Mike Saxon, Gulf Power representative, stated that he served as Escambia County United Way Campaign Chairman this year, and he thanked School District employees for raising more than $108,000 in 1999, representing a 19.5% increase over the previous year. Mr. Saxon presented trophies for outstanding fund-raising efforts to Dr. Kathryn Evans, Principal, and Eleta Duffy, Campaign Coordinator, representing Montclair Elementary School; Richard Harper, Principal, and Pete Wright, Assistant Principal and Campaign Coordinator, representing Ransom Middle School; Gayle Weaver, Principal, and Rachel Freeland, Campaign Coordinator, representing Northview High School; Dr. Douglas Garber, Director of Employee Services, and recognition was given to Ms. Mary Helen Fryman, Director of Human Resources, and Human Resources Department staff.

C. REQUESTS TO APPEAR

1) Naming School District Administration Building after Dr. Vernon McDaniel - Jerry McIntosh

Mr. Jerry McIntosh, Pensacola, Florida, addressed the Board in support of naming the School District Administration Building after Dr. Vernon McDaniel, former Board Member.

2) Discussion concerning hiring more African American teachers and administrators - LeRoy Boyd, President, Movement for Change

Mr. John Jerralds, Pensacola, Florida, appeared on behalf of LeRoy Boyd, and asked that consideration be given to recruitment and retention of African American teachers and administrators, as well as increased salaries that will attract new teachers into the district.

A female speaker, who did not submit a speaker request form, made general comments concerning human rights issues.

Superintendent May listed the additions and deletions to the agenda:

IV. ITEMS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

NOTES: Item Number 9 (Student Number 00-110-323), Request for Formal Hearing

Item Number 15 (Student Number 00-120-951), Request for Formal Hearing

PULLED: ~~4. Recommendation concerning Swimming Program for Elementary Students in North End Schools (Presentation made last month by George White)~~ Pulled by Board in Workshop

ADD: 34. Recommendation that Administrative Contract of Employee Number 369225 be terminated for cause effective February 16, 2000, based on misconduct in office.

ADD: 35. Recommendation that Administrative Contract of Employee Number 344964 be terminated for cause effective February 16, 2000, based on misconduct in office.

ADD: 36. Recommendation that Employee Number 678037 be suspended without pay for ten days. The effective date of the suspension will be determined by the Superintendent in concert with the new principal.

ADD: 37. Approval of appointment of Paul Kattau as Interim Principal, Pine Forest High School as of 2/16/2000.

V. ITEMS FROM THE BOARD

ADD: 2. Items from the Board - Recommendation for 2000-2001 School Calendar - Dr. DeWitt (Emergency Add)

VI. ITEMS FROM THE ATTORNEY

ADD: 1. Approval of Contract with Francisco Negron, School Board Attorney (Emergency Add)

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

ADD: 2. Rescheduling of the SouthCo mediation (Emergency Add)

IX. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES

A. Instructional/Professional

2. Reappointments

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

6. Special Requests

SEE: ADDITIONAL BACKUP REGARDING GEORGE STONE POSITION

B. Educational Support Personnel

4. Suspensions

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

X. FINANCE

4. Statements for Legal Services:

a) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 2,379.59

b) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 1,686.34

c) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 423.00

d) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 162.00

e) Kievit, Kelly & Odom, P. A. $ 5,703.10

f) Kievit, Kelly & Odom, P. A. $ 1,247.99

g) Arthur A. Shimek, P. A. $ 200.00

h) George E. Loomis, P.A. $ 433.75

i) Lozier, Tipton, Thames & Frazier, P. A. $ 1,342.45

j) Maureen George, P. A. $ 1,107.00

SEE: ADDITIONAL BACKUP

5. Summary of Risk Management Legal Fees

a) Joseph Hammons, P. A. $19,559.85

b) Steven J. Baker, P. A. $12,075.10

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

6. Budget Amendments

c) Resolution 5: Capital Outlay Fund

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP TO X.6c - PULLED LAST PAGE OF DOCUMENT

XI. PURCHASING

30. Offset Press for Pine Forest High School

SEE: AMENDED BACKUP

XII. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE

A. FACILITIES PLANNING

1. MISCELLANEOUS

DELETE: ~~o. New Media Center and Addition of Classrooms at Ferry Pass Elementary~~

DELETE: ~~p. New Media Center Addition at Dixon Elementary~~

DELETE: ~~q. Interior Walls at Longleaf and McArthur Elementary Schools~~

I. ADOPTION OF AGENDA

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to adopt the agenda as amended, was unanimously approved.

II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

After discussion, motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. Mason, to approve the minutes for the December 10, 1999, Regular Board Workshop; December 14, 1999, Regular Board Meeting; January 14, 2000, Regular Board Workshop; January 18, 2000, Special Board Meeting; January 18, 2000, Regular Board Meeting; January 25, 2000, Special Board Meeting; January 25, 2000, Special Board Meeting; and pull the January 24, 2000, Special Board Meeting minutes, was unanimously approved.

III. PROPOSED ADDITIONS OR REVISIONS TO SCHOOL DISTRICT RULES

A. Permission to Advertise

-No items submitted

B. Permission to Adopt

-No items submitted

IV. ITEMS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT

(Supplementary Minute Book Exhibit C)

1. Recommendation concerning naming of new West Side Elementary School

Motion by Dr. Mason, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the recommendation to bring back a Notice of Intent to advertise to name the new Elementary School on the west side the "Blue Angel Elementary School," was unanimously approved. Mr. May stated that the Big Lagoon Kiwanis Club had informed the Board that "Blue Angel Elementary School" was the winning entry from the "Name the School" Contest, and there appears to be overwhelming community sentiment and support from others who have been involved including parents, teachers, and principal.

2. Recommendation concerning naming of School District Administration Building

Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Mrs. Webb, to approve the recommendation to bring back a Notice of Intent to advertise to name the School District Administration Building in honor of Dr. Vernon McDaniel, was unanimously approved.

3. Quarterly report from the One-Half Cent Sales Tax Watchdog Committee

Chairman Wingate filed the quarterly report for the record.

PULLED: ~~4. Recommendation concerning Swimming Program for Elementary Students in North End Schools (Presentation made last month by George White)~~

This item was pulled during the Board Workshop held on February 14, 2000.

5. Response to Correspondence, E-Mail, etc.

This item was not addressed.

STUDENT RECOMMENDATIONS:

NOTES: Item Number 9 (Student Number 00-110-323), Request for Formal Hearing

Item Number 15 (Student Number 00-120-951), Request for Formal Hearing

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve formal hearings for Item Number 9 (Student Number 00-110-323), and Item Number 15 (Student Number 00-120-951), was unanimously approved. Motion by Dr. Jenkins, second by Dr. DeWitt, to approve the Superintendent's recommendations on Item Numbers 6-8, 10-14, and 16-33, was unanimously approved.

6. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee student number 00-03-411 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent during the full expulsion time frame.

7. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee student number 00-40-281 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent during the full expulsion time frame.

8. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-98-601 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

9. The Board approved this item for formal hearing concerning the following recommendation (that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-110-323 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame).

10. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-111-121 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

11. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-115-862 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

12. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-117-521 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

13. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, pursuant to the authority of Section 232.26(2), Florida Statutes, student number 00-118-151 be suspended from all classes of instruction on public school grounds during regular classroom hours until such time as the pending criminal charges are concluded, at which time the Superintendent will make further recommendation regarding suspension, expulsion, or re-enrollment of this student. The indefinite suspension provided herein shall not affect the delivery of educational services to the pupil, and the pupil should be immediately enrolled in a day-time alternative educational program

14. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-119-951 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

15. The Board approved this item for formal hearing concerning the following recommendation (that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-120-951 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame).

16. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-121-281 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

17. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-123-866 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

18. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-124-601 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

19. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-125-601 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

20. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-126-1221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

21. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-127-1221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

22. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-128-1221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

23. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-130-151 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

24. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the formal hearing officer, student number 00-132-281, recommendation for expulsion be dismissed.

25. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-134-866 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

26. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-135-411 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

27. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-136-281 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

28. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-137-1221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

29. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-138-221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

30. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-139-221 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

31. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-140-323 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

32. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-141-411 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year and all of the 2000-2001 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

33. Recommend that, consistent with the decision of the due process committee, student number 00-150-951 be expelled from all public schools of Escambia County for the remainder of the 1999-2000 school year. It is further recommended that the student be given the option to enroll, if qualified and if space is available, in an alternative educational program exclusive of regular school placement. Placement to be at the discretion of the Superintendent and to be available as an alternative during the full expulsion time frame.

ADD: 34. Recommendation that Administrative Contract of Employee Number 369225 be terminated for cause effective February 16, 2000, based on misconduct in office.

Motion was made by Dr. Jenkins and seconded by Dr. DeWitt, that Administrative Contract of Employee Number 369225 be terminated for cause effective February 16, 2000, based on misconduct in office. Said motion was unanimously approved.

ADD: 35. Recommendation that Administrative Contract of Employee Number 344964 be terminated for cause effective February 16, 2000, based on misconduct in office.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, that Administrative Contract of Employee Number 344964 be terminated for cause effective February 16, 2000, based on misconduct in office, was unanimously approved.

ADD: 36. Recommendation that Employee Number 678037 be suspended without pay for ten days.

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, that Employee Number 678037 be suspended without pay for ten days (with the effective date of the suspension to be determined by the Superintendent in concert with the new principal), was unanimously approved.

ADD: 37. Approval of appointment of Paul Kattau as Interim Principal, Pine Forest High School

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the appointment of Mr. Paul Kattau as Interim Principal, Pine Forest High School, as of February 16, 2000, was unanimously approved.

V. ITEMS FROM THE BOARD

1. Items from the Board - Proposed Management Plan - Dr. Mason

Motion was made by Dr. Mason to adopt the concept that was embodied in his

(Dr. Mason's) report to the Board for the school year coming up. Chairman Stidham relinquished the gavel to Dr. DeWitt and seconded the motion. Mrs. Webb offered a substitute motion to adopt the concept presented by Ms. Betsy Bowers (See RESOLUTIONS/ PRESENTATIONS/ RECOGNITIONS: A. SCHOOL BOARD - Item Number 3 - Informational Report from Citizens' Advisory Committee {CAC} for Finance), and go with the recommendation of the Citizens' Advisory Committee to adopt a strategic planning process. Dr. Mason withdrew the original motion. Mrs. Stidham withdrew the second and Dr. DeWitt returned the gavel to Mrs. Stidham. Dr. Mason seconded the substitute motion. After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the substitute motion was unanimously approved.

ADD: 2. Items from the Board - Recommendation for 2000-2001 School Calendar - Dr. DeWitt

(Emergency Add)

A motion was made by Dr. DeWitt, and seconded by Dr. Jenkins, that for School Year 2000-2001, all schools will remain on the same schedule as they are presently operating, whether it is traditional or year round. The motion does not speak to the starting, ending and holiday dates, which will be presented to the Board at a later date. Dr. DeWitt discussed the rationale, noting that the district has been in the midst of considering several options including extended school year, school choice, and redistricting, none of which will be decided in a time frame conducive to appropriate planning and preparation for the 2000-2001 School Year. Motion was unanimously approved.

The Board recognized the following speakers:

1) Mr. Drew McCrary, Ferry Pass Elementary School student, spoke in support of year round school.

2) Ms. Marsha McCrary, Ferry Pass Elementary School Advisory Council, addressed the Board in support of year round school.

VI. ITEMS FROM THE ATTORNEY

(Supplementary Minute Book Exhibit D)

ADD: 1. Approval of Contract with Francisco Negron, School Board Attorney (Emergency Add)

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the contract with Francisco Negron to serve as School Board Attorney, starting March 1, 2000, was unanimously approved.

ADD: 2. Rescheduling of the SouthCo mediation (Emergency Add - Information Purposes Only)

After discussion, Mrs. George reported that the mediation (previously scheduled for February 22, 2000) was rescheduled for March 24, 2000.

VII. ITEMS FROM THE STUDENT REPRESENTATIVES

Mr. May introduced student representatives Patrick Cabeza, Woodham High School; Atwahl Bennett, Washington High School; Rebecca Rudicell, Pensacola High School; Ashley Billings, Escambia High School; and Natalie Gaines, Escambia High School. Mr. Cabeza stated concerning individuals involved in a football ticket reporting incident at Pine Forest High School, that students are held to a zero tolerance policy, and that adults in authoritative positions should be held to the same value system. He reported that Pine Forest High School students had requested that the Board look into funding for resurfacing the track at their school. He also reported that students from all of the schools had expressed concerns regarding deplorable bathroom conditions and had asked that more cleanup efforts be made. Under XII. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE, Item A.1.e. (Media Center and Cafeteria Expansion at Escambia High School), it was noted that Escambia High School students had expressed that these monies could be better spent by putting lockers in or fixing portables which are in horrible condition. He noted that students had expressed that the Media Center is big enough and that the cafeteria was renovated about four or five years ago. Under XII. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE, Item A.1.q. Interior Walls at Longleaf and McArthur Elementary Schools, Mr. Cabeza reported that Pine Forest High School students had conveyed concerns that interior wall work is also needed at Pine Forest High School.

VIII. STUDENT TRANSFERS

Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Mrs. Webb, to adopt the student transfers, was unanimously approved.

The Board recognized the following speaker:

1) Mr. Andy Talbert, Attorney representing Mr. and Mrs. Jerrold Pinney, addressed the Board in support of a transfer request for Mr. and Mrs. Pinney's daughter. He expressed that based on the recommendation of a medical doctor, the parents had requested transfer to a school where their daughter would have a support structure that would be in the best interest of her physical and emotional well-being. After discussion, Mrs. Webb offered an amendment to the motion to allow this student to attend Ransom Middle School as requested by her parents. Dr. Mason seconded the motion. Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the amendment was unanimously approved. Chairman Stidham called for the vote on the main motion (Student Transfers as amended), and the motion was unanimously approved. (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit E)

IX.-XV. CONSENT AGENDA

After discussion, a motion was made by Dr. Jenkins and seconded by Dr. DeWitt, to approve the Consent Agenda. Mrs. Webb registered NO votes on Item IX.A.6.3; Items X.1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6; Items XII.A.1.f, g, h, i, j, k, l, m, n and r; and Item XIII.10. Dr. Mason registered NO votes on Item X.1 (vouchers), Item X.2 (Risk Management), and Item XIII.10. Item Numbers IX.A.2.b, XI.22, XIII.5, and XIII.6 were pulled for separate votes.

IX. HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit F)

Approved:

A. Instructional/Professional

1. Appointments

Name Position Date Work Location

Campbell, Lillie Teacher 01/31/00 Bellview Elem

Danks, Linda Teacher 02/07/00 Escambia

Dunn, Linda Teacher 01/03/00 Bellview Elem

Elebash, Jane Teacher 01/19/00 ESE/Speech

English, Linda Teacher 01/03/00 Brownsville

Franklin, Bakari Teacher 01/11/00 Hallmark

Gunn, Shonna Teacher 01/03/00 Byrneville (Part-time)

Lawrence, Stacy Cert Interpreter II 01/31/00 Washington

Penman, Geoff Teacher 02/07/00 Suter

Rogers, Allen Law Enforcement 11/19/99 George Stone (Part-time)

Rowe, Desiree Teacher 01/19/00 ESE/Speech

2. Reappointments

a. Annual

None

b. Professional Service Contract (See Board action under Item IV.34)

~~Moore, James Washington 2/16/00 (On Continuing Contract)~~

Motion was made by Dr. DeWitt, and seconded by Mrs. Webb, to reject the Superintendent's recommendation on Item IX.2.b..."Regarding Employee Number 344964, I cannot support the Superintendent's recommendation that Employee Number 344964 be returned to the classroom. The Superintendent found misconduct by this employee sufficient to dismiss him from his position as principal. The employee has admitted the misconduct. The misconduct that disqualifies him from the office of principal also disqualifies him from the equally important position as teacher. This employee has violated the code of ethics of the education profession in Florida, School Board Rule 6B-1.001, clause 3 of that rule states..."aware of the importance of maintaining the respect and confidence of one's colleagues, of students, of parents and other members of the community, the educator strives to achieve and sustain the highest degree of ethical conduct". This employee has not sustained the highest degree of ethical conduct and his colleagues, parents, and the community have lost confidence in him. Although this employee has served the district competently for many years, he has violated two of the canons of ethics for educators in Florida: 1) he has failed to maintain honesty in all of his professional dealings as required by Rule 6B-1.006(5A); and 2) he has submitted false information on a document in connection with his professional activities in violation of Rule 6B-1.006 (5H). These ethical violations constitute just cause for rejecting the Superintendent's recommendation to return this employee to the classroom. This individual cannot be an adequate role model for our young people."

Mrs. George noted that the employee had already been fired from an administrative position and the Board was now ruling on the proposed appointment to an instructional position. In further discussion, Mr. Joseph Hammons, Attorney to the Superintendent, clarified that the employee's administrative contract had been terminated; however, the Superintendent had not recommended terminating the employee's continuing contract. Dr. Jenkins discussed concerns related to the rights of the employee to due process.

After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion was approved 4-1 with Dr. Jenkins voting NO.

Dr. Mason inquired regarding the investigation and requesting additional information. After discussion, he asked that the Board consider "filing a complaint against all involved citing conspiracy, grand theft, and falsifying public records. Only then will a full investigation be conducted and only then can the citizens feel justice was done. I move this Board direct the attorney to immediately file the appropriate charges listed above with the appropriate agency/agencies." Mrs. Webb seconded the motion. After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion failed 3-2 with Dr. DeWitt, Dr. Jenkins, and Mrs. Stidham voting NO.

Chairman Stidham relinquished the gavel to Dr. DeWitt and made a motion that the Board call for a briefing from all of the law enforcement/investigative agencies involved for all Board Members (including the investigative materials of the district staff and the Internal Auditing staff). Mrs. Webb seconded the motion. After discussion, Dr. DeWitt called for the vote and the motion was approved 3-2 with Dr. DeWitt and Dr. Jenkins voting NO.

Later in the meeting, Ms. Ella Sims, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, requested clarification concerning Board action. After discussion with the Superintendent, Chairman Stidham called for a five-minute recess at 9:50 p.m. to allow the Board Attorney and staff to confer, and the meeting reconvened at 10:00 p.m. The Board Attorney noted that the employee's administrative contract was terminated; however, the continuing contract as a teacher was still in force. Mr. May recommended suspension without pay for Employee Number 344964 until either the appropriate agency, which in this case is the Professional Practices Commission, rules on his status as a certificated teacher, or an appropriate Board-approved placement without student contact can be made. Motion was made by Dr. DeWitt to approve the Superintendent's recommendation. Dr. Jenkins seconded the motion; however, no vote was taken on the motion. After discussion, a motion was made by Dr. DeWitt and seconded by Mrs. Stidham, to accept the Superintendent's recommendation to suspend without pay until the next meeting. No vote was taken on said motion. After further discussion, Dr. DeWitt restated the motion to accept the Superintendent's recommendation to suspend without pay for 30 days for due notice and to bring back to the Board. There was no second to the motion as restated. Mr. May stated that he could suspend with pay, without Board approval, and proceed with all due notice process. All motions were withdrawn with the understanding that Mr. May would suspend the employee with pay for 30 days and duly notice the employee of same. Dr. DeWitt returned the gavel to Mrs. Stidham.

The Board recognized the following speakers:

1) Mr. Robert Husbands, Executive Director, Escambia NEA UniServ, provided clarification concerning the employee's status under continuing teaching contract.

2) Dr. Douglas Garber, Director of Employee Services, spoke concerning due process requirements.

c. 4th Year Annual Contract

None

3. Transfers

From To Date

Aulger, Todd Carver Lincoln Park 12/16/99

Szafran, Teri ESE/Speech Spec Ed/Hall Ctr 02/01/00

Wilkerson, Michael Brentwood Mid ESE/Homebound 01/25/00

4. Out of Field

Appointments

Blas, Thomas Teacher Wedgewood 01/13/00

Reappointments

None

Transfers

None

Other

None

5. Resignations/Retirements

Cameron, Billy Manager 02/28/00 Central Stores (Ret)

Brady, Stacy Teacher 01/04/00 ESE/Speech

Brooks, Joan Teacher 01/14/00 Hallmark (Ret)

Clements, Quincy Asst Prin 02/15/00 Pine Forest (Ret)

Davis, Ann Teacher 01/29/00 Workman (Ret)

Gainey, Gregory Teacher 03/03/00 Longleaf

Joiner, David Teacher 12/17/99 Navy Point

Parker, T Lynne Teacher 01/07/00 Ransom

Robinson, William Teacher 01/27/00 Big Bayou

Veach, Janice Teacher 01/18/00 Tate

Special Requests

(1) Request approval for leave of absence for the following personnel:

*Alexander, Caroline Teacher 12/17/99-1/28/00 Oakcrest

*Arnold, Lisa Teacher 2/24-3/14,24-4/28/00 Jim Allen

*Beck, Tambrea Teacher 11/30/99-1/28/00 Pleasant Grove

*Chandler, Lynette Teacher 02/10/00-03/03/00 Holm

*Coe, Frances Teacher 1/31/00-6/12/00 Weis

*Fischbeck, Tamara Teacher 12/03/99-2/29/00 Edgewater

*Hedin, Blythe Teacher 01/07/00-2/21/00 Yniestra

*Takac, Rebecca Teacher 11/24/99-03/07/00 Oakcrest

*Van Matre, Judith Teacher 01/07/00-04/03/00 Bailey

*FMLA

(2) Request approval to establish the job description on the professional salary schedule of Manager, Financial Aid/Veterans Affairs/Scholarships, with request to be sent to the Civil Service Board to abolish the vacant Financial Aid Specialist position at George Stone effective February 16, 2000, noting that the position has been vacant since December 31, 1999, due to retirement of an employee who will be replaced with a professional level position.

Request School Board support for proposed plan and recommendation of the Salary Review Committee. See Executive Summary (Salary Review Committee Proposal) for proposed plan and additional information regarding the committee's recommendations.

Motion was made by Mrs. Webb to reject the recommendation of the Salary Review Committee (due to concerns discussed in workshop regarding meetings held out of the sunshine), and send it back to committee with the meetings duly advertised. Mrs. George advised that what the committee had done so far had been fact-finding and that item could be approved. She noted that in the future, if recommendations are to be brought to the Board, meetings should be advertised. Mrs. Webb's motion died for lack of second. After discussion, this item was approved under the consent agenda with Mrs. Webb registering a NO vote. She stated that her concerns involved compliance with the Sunshine Law and violation of School Board Rule 1.07 concerning committees and School Board Rule 1.20 concerning Board Members' Code of Conduct.

B. Educational Support Personnel

1. Appointments

None

2. Resignations/Retirements

Ashby, Darla (Ret) Admin Clerk II 2/25/2000 Cordova Park

Bright, Mary Custodial Worker I 1/14/2000 Brownsville Middle

Bryant, Carolyn Teacher Assistant Special 2/11/2000 Escambia

Hall, Charles Teacher Assistant 1/7/2000 Allie Yniestra

Jackson, Kimberly Food Service Asst I 1/5/2000 Hallmark

King, Henry Custodial Worker I 1/20/2000 Ferry Pass Middle

Sullivan, John (Ret) HVAC Controls Technician 1/14/2000 Facilities

3. Terminations

Patroni, Tracy Admin Clerk II 1/13/2000 Washington

Weaden, Glenda School Bus Operator 2/1/2000 Transportation

4. Suspensions

Employee #5651-9610-2, Pest Control Technician in Maintenance, ~~suspended for 3 work days without pay effective 2/22/2000.~~ suspended without pay effective 2/16/2000 and continuing pending investigation into allegations of misconduct. *Amended 2/11/2000

Employee #263-75-9316, Equipment Operator III in the Central Warehouse, suspended without pay effective 2/16/2000 and continuing pending investigation into allegations of misconduct. (See backup information). *Added 2/11/2000

5. Dismissals

None

6. Leave of Absence

Ard, Helen Teacher Assistant/Longleaf 1/5/00-2/8/00 Medical*

Atkins, Barbara Teacher Asst Special/Workman 1/5/00-5/25/00Personal

Barfield, Cynthia Teacher Asst Special/Navy Point 1/24/00-3/10/00 Personal

Boykin, Jennifer School Bus Oper/Transportation 1/3/00-3/1/00 Personal

Brown, Ethel Custodial Worker I/Carver 1/1/00-3/10/00 Medical*

Decrow, Sherry (Ext) Food Service Asst I/EHS 1/22/00-3/9/00Medical*

Gray, Renee Teacher Asst Special/Transportation 12/1/99-1/4/00Medical*

Gurney, Rita (Ext) Admin Clerk II/Holm 1/1/00-3/31/00 Medical*

Hull, Earnestine(Ext) Custodial Worker I/Tate 12/18/99-4/17/00 Medical

Kyles, Annie School Bus Oper/Transportation 11/10/99-3/31/00 Medical*

Leatherwood, Kanika Teacher Asst Special/Weis 1/5/00-5/31/00 Professional

Lee, Nettie Custodial Worker I/Myrtle Grove 1/5/00-3/29/00 Medical*

Manning, Marcus Teacher Asst Special/Westgate 1/25/00 - 5/25/00Professional

Martin, Callie Admin Clerk II/W. Pensacola 2/11/00-3/31/00Medical

Paparella, Michael Exterminator/Maintenance 2/1/00-7/31/00 Medical*

Salter, Mary Custodial Worker I/Washington 1/3/00-3/24/00Medical

Smith, Mary J.(Ext) School Bus Oper/Transportation 1/1/00-3/26/00 Medical

Stringfellow, Mattie Custodial Worker I/Bailey 1/7/00-2/18/00 Medical*

Tanner, Renee Food Service Asst I/PHS 1/5/00-2/11/00Personal

Watts, Yesma Teacher Asst Special/Holm 1/12/00-3/17/00 Medical*

*FMLA

C. Risk Management

1) Accept Charles A. Griffin's written resignation as a trustee on the Risk Management Trust, effective January 31, 2000; and

2) Approve the appointment of Joseph H. Bernard as a trustee on the Risk Management Trust, effective January 31, 2000.

Mrs. Webb stated that she had cited statutory concerns that the Board could not legally appoint a trustee to a trust that does not exist. After discussion concerning legalities, Chairman Stidham asked for input from the Board Attorney as to whether this item should be pulled from the agenda and was advised by Mrs. George that this item did not have to be pulled from the agenda. The Board Attorney noted that she had addressed the Attorney General's opinion at the February 14, 2000, Board Workshop. After discussion, Chairman Stidham requested that any further discussion on the legality of the trust issue be pulled until next month.

D. Staff Development

- No items submitted

E. Employee Services

- No items submitted

F. Affirmative Action

-No items submitted

X. FINANCE

Approved:

1. Authorization for payrolls and vouchers for the month of March, 2000. (Housed in Finance Department)

This item was approved as part of the Consent Agenda with Dr. Mason and Mrs. Webb registering NO votes on the vouchers portion only.

2. Check Register for the month of December, 1999. (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit G)

This item was approved as part of the Consent Agenda with Dr. Mason and Mrs. Webb registering NO votes on the Risk Management portion.

3. Financial Report for the month of December, 1999. (Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit H)

This item was approved as part of the Consent Agenda with Mrs. Webb registering a NO vote stating that her concerns were previously expressed regarding Risk Management issues.

4. Statements for Legal Services:

a) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 2,379.59

b) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 1,686.34

c) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 423.00

d) Hammons & Whittaker, P. A. $ 162.00

e) Kievit, Kelly & Odom, P. A. $ 5,703.10

f) Kievit, Kelly & Odom, P. A. $ 1,247.99

g) Arthur A. Shimek, P. A. $ 200.00

h) George E. Loomis, P.A. $ 433.75

i) Lozier, Tipton, Thames & Frazier, P. A. $ 1,342.45

j) Maureen George, P. A. $ 1,107.00

(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit I)

This item was approved as part of the Consent Agenda with Mrs. Webb registering a NO vote stating that her concerns were previously expressed regarding Risk Management issues.

5. Summary of Risk Management Legal Fees

a) Joseph Hammons, P. A. $19,559.85

b) Steven J. Baker, P. A. $12,075.10

(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit J)

This item was approved as part of the Consent Agenda with Mrs. Webb registering a NO vote stating that her concerns were previously expressed regarding Risk Management issues.

6. Budget Amendments

a) Resolution 3: General Fund

b) Resolution 4: Other Special Revenue Fund

c) Resolution 5: Capital Outlay Fund

(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit K)

This item was approved as part of the Consent Agenda with Mrs. Webb registering a NO vote stating that her concerns were previously expressed regarding Risk Management issues.

7. Financial Status on Projects and Grants

(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit L)

8. Disposal of Capitalized and Non-Capitalized Assets:

a) Auction List for February 2000

b) Scrap List for February 2000

c) Disposal and demolition of eight (8) portable classrooms at Holm Elementary School

(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit M)

XI. PURCHASING

Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit N

Approved:

1. Carpeting and Vinyl for Tate and Pensacola High Schools

2. Apple Microcomputers for Scenic Heights Elementary School

3. Bid Award: Exterior Door Replacement, Bid# 00 21 02

4. Change Notice #1 to Purchase Order 195359 (Telecommunications Support Systems)

5. Tech Advanced Microcomputers for ESEAL

6. Bid Award: Print Shop Supplies, Bid# 00 20 02

7. Annual Agreement Renewal: School Bus Drivers Drug and Alcohol Testing

8. Engineering Services for Cooler/Freezer and Kitchen Renovations at various schools

9. Apple Microcomputers for Brentwood Middle School

10. Apple Microcomputers for Helen Caro Elementary School

11. Addendum to Frame Relay Agreement

12. Bid Award: Phase I Window Replacement at the old N. B. Cook Elementary School

13. Change Notice #3 to Purchase Order #189780 (Ventilated Awnings)

14. Change Notice #3 to Purchase Order #186750 (R.D. Ward Construction, Inc.)

15. Architectural Services for a Media Center & Classroom Additions at Ferry Pass Elementary School

16. Architectural Services for a Media Center at Dixon Elementary School

17. Architectural Services for Interior Walls at Longleaf and McArthur Elementary Schools

18. Annual Agreement Renewal: Administrative Services for Employees Health Plan

19. Annual Agreement Renewal: Administrative Services for Prescription Drug Plan

20. Annual Agreement Renewal: Stop Loss Insurance for Medical Claims

21. Annual Agreement Renewal: Group Term Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

22. Bid Award: Document Storage and Retrieval System for School Board, RFP# 00 19 04

Motion was made by Dr. DeWitt and seconded by Dr. Jenkins, to approve the RFP for document storage and retrieval system for the School Board (RFP #00 19 04) to be funded from next year's budget (2000-2001). Dr. Mason expressed concerns that collateral equipment would be required. Chairman Stidham commented that she would prefer to see this prioritized as a budget item. After discussion, Chairman Stidham called for the vote and the motion was approved 3-2 with Dr. Mason and Mrs. Stidham voting NO.

23. Gateway Microcomputers for Pine Forest High School

24. Carpeting at Allie Yniestra Elementary School

25. Gateway Microcomputers for various District Schools

26. Bid Award: Data Supplies, Bid #00 23 04

27. Gateway Microcomputers for various District Schools

28. Gateway Microcomputers for Escambia High School

29. Bid Award: Office Ribbons/Printer Cartridges, Bid # 00 24 04

30. Offset Press for Pine Forest High School

31. Computer Cabling for Pleasant Grove Elementary School

XII. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE

Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit O

Approved:

A. FACILITIES PLANNING

1. MISCELLANEOUS

a. Renovations to Building #2 at Tate High School

b. Fire Alarm Systems

c. Upgrade/Rewire of Electrical Systems

d. Re-roofing at Administration Building, Carver, Tate, Ernest Ward & Wedgewood

e. Media Center and Cafeteria Expansion at Escambia High School

f. Yearly Architectural Services