ESCAMBIA COUNTY, FLORIDA
The School Board of Escambia County, Florida, convened in Regular Meeting at 7:01 p.m. in the Board Room at the Administrative Building, 215 West Garden Street, with the following present:
Chairman: Dr. Elmer Jenkins Vice Chairman: Dr. John DeWitt
Members: Mr. Jim C. Bailey
Mrs. Barbara Morris
Mrs. Vanette Webb
School Board Attorney: Mr. Louis F. Ray, Jr.
Superintendent of Schools: Mr. Jim May
Prior to the invocation, Dr. John DeWitt, School Board Member, District 4, asked that a moment of silence be observed in memory of Ms. Marie King, who had served as secretary during the administrations of several previous Superintendents. The invocation was given by Mr. Bob Husbands, Executive Director, Escambia NEA UniServ, and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mrs. Barbara Morris, School Board Member, District 2, and Mr. Jim Bailey, School Board Member, District 1.
Superintendent May listed additions and deletions to the agenda as follows:
PULLED: 1998 HIGH SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD - RAYMOND CORNER, PENSACOLA HIGH SCHOOL
ADD: RESOLUTION IN HONOR OF MRS. BARBARA MORRIS, AND MR. JIM BAILEY, RETIRING BOARD MEMBERS
ADD: RESOLUTION - AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK - NOVEMBER 15-21, 1998
III. PROPOSED ADDITIONS OR REVISIONS TO SCHOOL DISTRICT RULES
B. Permission to Adopt
1. 6Gx17-2.09(3) SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
SEE: AMENDED BACKUP
V. HUMAN RESOURCES
A. Instructional
7. Requests for Leave without Pay
SEE: AMENDED BACKUP
VIII. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE
A. FACILITIES PLANNING
2. MISCELLANEOUS:
PULLED: a. PERFORMANCE CONTRACTING SERVICES
Request Board approval of the following rankings of Energy Service Companies to provide Guaranteed Investment Grade Audits for energy related projects. Also request permission to negotiate with highest ranked firm.
1. Bosek, Gibson & Associates
2. Southern/CES Way Company
3. Johnson Controls, Inc.
*DELETE: h. PURCHASE OF 45-ACRES ON DOG TRACK
ROAD
Request Board approval of purchase of property on Dog
Track Road for new K-8 facility between the Escambia County School
Board and Ms. Jean Payne.
*Note: This item was added by Board action later in the meeting.
IX. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION AND TRANSPORTATION
ADD: 14. Workforce Development Information System Grant.
XI. ITEMS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
NOTES: Item #8 (Student Number 99-15-601), Request Formal Hearing
Delete Item #23 (Student Number 99-30-951)
Item #27 (Student Number 99-35-151), Request to address the Board
Item #28 (Student Number 99-36-061), Request Formal Hearing
Item #29 (Student Number 99-37-061), Request Formal Hearing
Item #30 (Student Number 99-38-061), Request Formal Hearing
4. Request Board approval of School Infrastructure Thrift (SIT) Award Application - Escambia Charter School, Inc.
SEE: AMENDED BACKUP
5. Approval of personnel assignments.
SEE: AMENDED BACKUP
XII. ITEMS FROM THE BOARD
ADD: 5. Item from the Board - Recommend Entry of Final Order in Horace Jones' Case, moving him to pay grade 18, step 4, on the Administrative Salary Schedule, with appropriate back pay to June 24, 1997, to be calculated and paid, but with no principalship to be given to him at this time - Dr. Jenkins
ADD: 6. Item from the Board - Mrs. Morris
XIV. REQUESTS TO APPEAR
DELETE: 1. Request permission for
Ransom Middle School Band to travel out of the United States to
Toronto, Ontario, Canada - Submitted by Band Boosters
Mr. May asked Mr. Chuck Peterson to come forward to be recognized as the Stellar Employee for the month of October. He said that Mr. Peterson has been an employee of the District for fifteen years with the past four years in the Maintenance Department. As Assistant Director of Maintenance, his focus on the district's mission promotes a level of service provided by the Maintenance Department that is top notch and is a tremendous asset to the schools and district. Mr. May congratulated Mr. Peterson for this honor and presented him with a plaque, a pin, and a check for $100 donated by Members First Credit Union.
RECOGNITION - THE FOLLOWING TEACHERS AND SCHOOLS ARE RECEIVING STATE AWARDS AT FLORIDA ALLIANCE FOR HEALTH, PHYSICAL EDUCATION, RECREATION, DANCE AND DRIVER EDUCATION (FAHPERD) CONFERENCE:
1998 FAHPERD HONOR AWARD - HUEY PEARSON, N. B. COOK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Superintendent May and Board Members recognized Mr. Huey Pearson, physical education teacher at N.B. Cook Elementary School, for being selected as the recipient of this
award. Ms. Sharon Sudduth, Principal, N. B. Cook Elementary, was also present.
1998 FLORIDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD - MIKE MCCARTAN, LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY
The Superintendent and Board Members recognized Mr. Michael McCartan, physical education teacher, as the recipient for this award. Dr. Joyce Payton, Principal, Longleaf Elementary, was also present.
1998 FAHPERD TECHNOLOGY AWARD - LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Mr. May and Board Members commended Dr. Joyce Payton, Principal, Longleaf Elementary, and staff for their achievements and recognition of this award.
1998 FAHPERD PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION AWARD - LADONNA POWERS, LONGLEAF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The Superintendent and Board Members recognized Ms. LaDonna Powers, Coordinator of the Rollerblading Program, for being selected as the recipient of this award.
1998 FAHPERD TECHNOLOGY AWARD - FERRY PASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
The Superintendent and Board Members recognized Mrs. Ruth Gordon, Principal, Ferry Pass Elementary, and Mr. Huey Pearson, for their achievement in receiving the technology award.
1998 FAHPERD PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION AWARD - CHARLES GRIFFIN AND MANNY HARAGEONES
Mr. May and Board Members commended Mr. Charles Griffin, Director of Risk Management, and Mr. Manny Harageones, Physical Education Specialist, for their efforts in developing and implementing the Employee Wellness Appraisal Program, recognizing that this is the first School District in the state to have developed such a program.
RECOGNITION - SCHOOLS RECEIVING FIVE-STAR SCHOOL AWARD (BEULAH, BYRNEVILLE, CARO, COOK, CORDOVA PARK, LIPSCOMB, PENSACOLA BEACH, PINE MEADOW, PLEASANT GROVE, SCENIC HEIGHTS, SHERWOOD, SUTER, WARRINGTON, WEIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, AND WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL)
Mrs. Peggy Pilcher, Coordinator, Volunteer/Business Partnerships, stated that this is the fourth year that the Commissioner of Education has presented the Five-Star School Awards to schools that have satisfied the criteria in the areas of business partnerships, school volunteers, School Advisory Councils, family involvement, and student community service. For the 1996/97 school year, fifteen schools in Escambia County achieved Five-Star School status, reflecting an increase from eight schools that achieved the award last year. The Superintendent presented the award certificates to the following recipients:
Beulah Elementary School - receiving the award for the fourth year:
Principal: Susanne Angstadt
Assistant Principal: Pat Gilmore
SAC Chairman: Madge Simms
Byrneville Elementary School - receiving the award for the second year:
Principal: Ferryn Twarking
PTA President: Melanie Killam
SAC Chairman: Gary Killam
Hellen Caro Elementary School - receiving the award for the first year:
Principal: Martha Ellen Wiseman
Staff Coordinator: Mary Jordan
PTA President: Beth Gehman
SAC Chairman: Robert Smith
N. B. Cook Elementary School - receiving the award for the fourth year:
Principal: Sharon Sudduth
Staff Coordinator: Patty Mathis
PTA President: Suzanne Byechler
SAC Chairman: Steve Tuley
Cordova Park Elementary School - receiving the award for the fourth year:
Principal: Tom Marucci
Staff Coordinator: Pam Lewis
PTA President: Vicki Adcox
SAC Chairman: David Crawford
R. C. Lipscomb Elementary School - receiving the award for the second year:
Principal: Tom Harrell
Staff Coordinator: Donna Bryan
PTA President: Shirley Godwin
SAC Chairman: Mark Toler
Pensacola Beach Elementary School - receiving the award for the first year:
Principal: Pam Thompson
Staff Coordinator: Sandee Bredesen
PTA President: Leah Metternan
SAC Chairman: Laura Spraggins
Pine Meadow Elementary School - receiving the award for the first year:
Principal: Robert Cary
Staff Coordinator: Harriet Winger
PTA Representative: Jill Smith
SAC Chairman: Lee Salm
Pleasant Grove Elementary School - receiving the award for the fourth year:
Principal: Linda Maletsidis
Staff Coordinator: Kathy Peterson
PTA President: Nancy Weber
SAC Chairman: Freddie Brown
Scenic Heights Elementary School - receiving the award for the third year:
Principal: Linda Doelker
Staff Coordinator: Patrice Moody
PTA President: Sara Hyduk
SAC Chairman: Susan Bishop
Sherwood Elementary School - receiving the award for the first year:
Principal: Linda Longacre
Staff Coordinator: Paula McKinney
PTA President: Sonja Cook
SAC Chairman: Mary King
Suter Elementary School - receiving the award for the first year:
Principal: Beverly Duncan
PTA President: Jennifer Daniel
SAC Chairman: Pat Spruce
Warrington Elementary School - receiving the award for the second year:
Principal: Peggy Tucker
Staff Coordinator: Donna Grantham
PTA President: Karen Gates
SAC Chairman: Larry Yeo
C. A. Weis Elementary School - receiving the award for the first year:
Principal: Karen Owen
Staff Coordinator: Aggie Bauer
PTA President: Emma Broghton
SAC Chairman: Cynthia Huff
Washington High School - receiving the award for the second year:
Principal: Nettie Eaton
PTA President: Susan Davies
SAC Chairman: Patricia Threadgill
Mr. May asked Mr. Wayne Odom, Director of Title I, to come forward as he read the resolution:
WHEREAS, family literacy programs raise the education level of parents, and through instruction, help parents gain the motivation, skills, and knowledge needed to become employed; and
WHEREAS, family literacy programs improve parenting skills of adults and the relationship of parent and child through planned, regular interaction; and
WHEREAS, family literacy programs increase the developmental skills of preschool children and better prepare them for academic and social success in school; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the School Board of Escambia County does hereby proclaim the week of October 30 - November 1, as
and Sunday, November 1, as
in Escambia County, and all citizens are encouraged to observe this time with activities that promote literacy.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the regular meeting of said Board and copy be tendered to C. Wayne Odom, Director of Title I. Adopted this 27th day of October, 1998. Motion by Mrs. Morris, second by Mr. Bailey, to
adopt the resolution as read by the Superintendent, was unanimously approved. Ms. Linda Harris, Even Start Program, and Ms. Mary Anderson, FRAME Program, thanked the Board for the resolution.
FOR ASSISTANCE DURING HURRICANE GEORGES
Mr. May read the resolution for all of the employees of the Escambia County School
System:
WHEREAS, hurricanes and other severe weather conditions are unpredictable, dangerous, and can certainly test our fortitude; and
WHEREAS, during Hurricane Georges, the employees of the Escambia County School District rose to the occasion, far surpassing all expectations of dedication and work ethic; and
WHEREAS, the district emergency preparedness team was well organized and successfully implemented a plan for emergency operations that was both efficient and effective; and
WHEREAS, school administrators kept 22 shelters open for three days and food service workers and cafeteria managers prepared nutritional meals for members of our community who had to evacuate their homes; and
WHEREAS, many employees gave freely of their time and expertise to secure buildings and equipment, and along with maintenance personnel, quickly completed repairs so schools could reopen;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the School Board of Escambia County does hereby take this means to recognize the many dedicated public school employees who daily serve this community with compassion, caring, and professionalism.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the regular meeting of said Board and be displayed in the lobby of the district administrative offices located at Garden Street and Texar Drive for a period of at least one month. Adopted this 27th day of October, 1998. Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by
Mr. Bailey, to adopt the resolution as read by the Superintendent, was unanimously approved.
Mr. May asked Mr. Ron Knowlton, UniServ Council Chair, Mr. Bob Husbands, Executive Director, Escambia NEA UniServ, Ms. Arlene Costello, EEA President, Ms. Sharon Davis, EEC/CA President, and Mr. Willie Carson, EESPA President, to come forward as he read the resolution:
WHEREAS, the U.S. Constitution guarantees every citizen to "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness"; and
WHEREAS, Americans believe in the potential and human worth of every citizen; and
WHEREAS, free public education is a key element of the promise America makes to all of its citizens; and
WHEREAS, the public schools of Escambia County are committed to "Highest Student Achievement" in a "Safe Learning and Work Environment" administered and delivered by a "High Performing Workforce" in an "Efficient and Effective System"; and
WHEREAS, officials, employees and supporters of Escambia District Schools recognize and appreciate the significant responsibility of providing every citizen with high quality educational opportunity and daily demonstrate their commitment to this cause; and
WHEREAS, employees represented by Escambia NEA, the officers and members of the Escambia County Council of PTA and the officials and leaders of Escambia District Schools are significant partners in the effort to provide high quality schools for all citizens of Escambia County; and
WHEREAS, November 18 has been set aside to recognize the key role and vital contribution of Education Support Personnel in the education of our students;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the School Board of Escambia County does hereby proclaim Wednesday, November 18, 1998, as
EDUCATION SUPPORT PERSONNEL DAY
and the week of November 15 - 21, 1998, as
AMERICAN EDUCATION WEEK
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the School Board of Escambia County does hereby order that a copy of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the regular meeting of said Board and a copy be tendered to Ron Knowlton, UniServ Council Chair. Adopted this 27th day of October, 1998. After discussion, motion by Mrs. Morris, second by Dr. DeWitt, to
adopt the resolution as read by the Superintendent, was unanimously approved.
Mr. May read the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mrs. Barbara N. Morris has served the Escambia County School District for 38 years; 26 years as a bookkeeper and school secretary, and 12 years as a Board Member for District 2; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Morris was instrumental in seeking much needed funding for capital construction and school renovations through the first Lease Purchase Option, and later supported additional funding initiatives, making it possible for six new schools to be constructed during her tenure; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Morris proposed the one-cent sales tax resolution, and through her leadership and that of the Board, ultimately gained the community's support, which will bring over $70 million dollars of revenue to the district for capital improvements; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Morris spearheaded the implementation of Year Round Schools and the Personal Development Course currently offered to 7th and 8th graders; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Morris has been an active supporter of employees, parents, and students and has been honored through a lifetime membership by the Escambia County Council of PTAs, and was the first to receive an Honorary Life Membership to the Escambia Association of Educational Office Personnel; and
WHEREAS, Mrs. Morris was one of the first eight certified School Board Members in the State of Florida, and has been a leader among Board Members, serving the Florida School Boards Association as Director of District 1, 1989-1991; Committee Member for Board Development, 1989-present; Federal Relations Representative, 1987-present; Treasurer and Chairman of the Finance Committee, 1993-94; and has served on many other councils and committees in support of children and public education;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the School Board of Escambia County does hereby take this means to recognize Barbara N. Morris for her dedication to the students of Escambia County and for her support of public education.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the regular meeting of said Board and a copy be tendered to Barbara Morris. Adopted this 27th day of October, 1998. Motion by Mr. Bailey, second by Dr. DeWitt, to
adopt the resolution, was unanimously approved.
Mr. May read the following resolution:
WHEREAS, Mr. Jim C. Bailey has served the School District of Escambia County for 22 years as a School Board Member for District 1; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bailey was honored by a resolution from the Governor, signed by Bob Crawford, President of the Florida Senate and presented by W.D. Childers on the floor of the Florida Senate; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bailey was one of the first seven All Florida School Board Members; and
WHEREAS, Mr. Bailey has been an active volunteer and provided many hours of his time in support of schools and students and has been honored with a lifetime membership by the Escambia County Council of PTAs; and
WHEREAS, during his Board tenure, Mr. Bailey has spearheaded or supported the construction of Hellen Caro Elementary School, Jim Bailey Middle School, Washington High School, Beggs Educational Center, Beulah Elementary, Lipscomb Elementary, Escambia Westgate, Northview High School, Sidney Nelson Center, McArthur Elementary School, and Ransom Middle School; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, Mr. Bailey has been active in his support of several new programs or initiatives including: E-Seal, the PATS Center, Brownsville Arts and Sciences Academy, the International Baccalaureate program at Pensacola High School, Brown Barge Magnet Middle School, and the Charter Schools;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the School Board of Escambia County does hereby take this means to recognize Jim C. Bailey for his dedication to the students of Escambia County and for his support of public education.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that a copy of this resolution be spread upon the minutes of the regular meeting of said Board and a copy be tendered to Jim Bailey. Adopted this 27th day of October, 1998. Motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Mrs. Webb, to adopt
the resolution, was unanimously approved.
The Superintendent presented the resolutions and honorary plaques to Mrs. Morris and Mr. Bailey expressing deep appreciation for their distinguished leadership and unselfish service. Board Members Jenkins, Webb, and DeWitt expressed appreciation to Mrs. Morris and Mr. Bailey for their dedication to children and public education, as well as their commitment to lead by example with the philosophy that "we work for children."
Mr. Bailey thanked the voters for returning him to six terms over 22 years. He thanked the employees and expressed that Mrs. Morris was the finest Board Member he had ever served with. Mrs. Morris thanked the Superintendent and the Board for these honors. She expressed that the employees have been great to work with and that she appreciated the principals and staff in the schools, as well as the support of the Board, previous Superintendents, and the current Superintendent.
The following items were moved forward:
XIV. REQUESTS TO APPEAR
2. Neil Davis - Re: Invitation to Town Hall Meeting
Mr. Neil Davis, 8300 Wilde Lake Drive, Pensacola, Florida, invited Board Members to attend and participate in a "Town Hall" meeting on November 5, 1998, at 7:00 p.m. to hear input from citizens expressing their recommendations or suggestions for
the direction they want the schools to take. Mr. Davis was advised to check with Mr. Ireland Brock, Director, Pupil Instructional Support Services, concerning use of a meeting room at the Hall Center. After discussion, the Board Attorney advised that the Administrative Recording Secretary should advertise the meeting.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit A)
XI. ITEMS FROM THE SUPERINTENDENT
1. INFORMATION ONLY: PTA Presentation
Ms. Jenny Dyess, President, Escambia County Council of PTAs, reported that Escambia County has over 7,200 PTA members, with 38 schools receiving the Florida PTA "Early Bird" Award. Several schools have already achieved 100% membership. Next week Florida PTA will celebrate its 75th convention in Tampa, Florida, and history will be made when they vote on a bylaws change to make the new position of President-Elect. Ms. Patty Hightower, volunteer, has been nominated for this position. On October 28, 1998, at nine locations throughout Florida, the Florida PTA will issue a "storm watch" on vouchers in order to express that the largest voluntary child advocacy group in the state believes that state funds should only go to publicly operated and tax-supported schools. A press conference will be held in that regard at 9:00 a.m. on October 28, 1998, in the Board Room. On behalf of the PTA and Escambia County students, Ms. Dyess thanked Mrs. Morris and Mr. Bailey for all of the support they have given, and it was noted that Mrs. Morris and Mr. Bailey had been honored with lifetime memberships by the Escambia County Council of PTAs.
2. Quarterly Report from the One-Half Cent Sales Tax Watch Dog Committee.
Ms. Sharon Goshorn, committee member, presented the quarterly report for the first quarter of this fiscal year. She reported that the committee meets monthly and everyone is invited to attend.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit B)
The meeting returned to the regular agenda order.
I. ADOPTION OF AGENDA*
Motion by Mr. Bailey, second by Mrs. Morris, to adopt the agenda as amended, was unanimously approved.
II. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion by Mrs. Morris, second by Mr. Bailey, to approve the minutes for the 9/8/98 Special Board Meeting, 9/21/98 Regular Board Workshop, 9/22/98 Regular Board Meeting, and 9/30/98 Special Board Meeting, was unanimously approved.
III. PROPOSED ADDITIONS OR REVISIONS TO SCHOOL DISTRICT RULES
A. Permission to Advertise
"No items submitted."
B. Permission to Adopt
(Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit C)
1. 6Gx17-2.09(3) SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS
Motion by Mrs. Morris, second by Mr. Bailey, to adopt School District Rule 6Gx17-2.09(3) SUBSTITUTE TEACHERS as amended, was unanimously approved.
2. 6Gx17-2.13 ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY TO THE SCHOOL BOARD
Motion made by Mrs. Morris and seconded by Mr. Bailey, to adopt School
District Rule 6Gx17-2.13 ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY TO THE SCHOOL BOARD as submitted. Mrs. Webb expressed that if this rule is adopted, she will ask for a rule challenge regarding language that the Administrative Secretary of the School Board cannot be appointed as designee (of public records), which is inconsistent with Florida Statute 119.021. The Board Attorney stated that the Superintendent is the elected officer charged under Florida Statutes 230.33, with maintaining the office. Mrs. Webb stated that she had sought an opinion in that regard from the Attorney General's office indicating that any elected public official is allowed to designate a designee. The Board Attorney requested a copy of the Attorney General's opinion as referenced by Mrs. Webb. Mrs. Morris commented that the person elected to the position is the keeper of the public record and the Superintendent, as Executive Secretary to the Board, is in charge of everything at the School District office. She noted that the School Board Secretary is not appointed as keeper of the record. Mrs. Morris also noted that when she leaves office, her records will remain and any person who wants to see her records can contact her and if they cannot reach her, they can contact the Superintendent,
because he is the designee. Mrs. Webb requested that this matter be deferred to the Board Attorney to clarify the public records law regarding the custodian of the record, as to who has the responsibility and what that responsibility is at the end of an individual's term. The Board Attorney stated that this matter has been on-going for a long time and he suggested that if the Board agreed, he would prepare a letter requesting an official opinion from the General Counsel to the Department of Education.
Chairman Jenkins called for the vote and the motion was approved 4-1 with Mrs. Webb voting NO.
3. 6Gx17-2.14 LEAVES OF ABSENCE
Motion by Mrs. Morris, second by Mr. Bailey, to adopt School District Rule 6Gx17-
2.14 LEAVES OF ABSENCE as submitted, was unanimously approved.
4. 6Gx17-2.17 SICK LEAVE
Motion by Mrs. Morris, second by Mr. Bailey, to adopt School District Rule 6Gx17- 2.17 SICK LEAVE as submitted, was unanimously approved.
IV.-X. CONSENT AGENDA
Motion to approve the consent agenda was made by Mrs. Morris and seconded by Mr. Bailey. Mrs. Webb registered NO votes on VI.6, IX.11, and IX.13, which were addressed by separate motions, and pulled VIII.A.2.i for separate motion. A speaker addressed VIII.A.2.h and said item was subsequently added to the agenda and addressed by separate motion.
VIII. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE
A. FACILITIES PLANNING
2. MISCELLANEOUS:
h. PURCHASE OF 45-ACRES ON DOG TRACK ROAD
Request Board approval of purchase of property on Dog Track Road for new K-8 facility between the Escambia County School Board and Ms. Jean Payne.
Mr. Jim Vonlorenz, 50 Arapaho Drive, Pensacola, Florida, 32507, expressed concern regarding the proximity of the location (of the proposed K-8 school) to the flight patterns of Ferguson Field Airport. He asked about the possibility of expanding Hellen Caro Elementary by constructing a two-story building in the back parking area and was advised that property is not large enough. Mrs. Morris stated that the west side of town area is already overpopulated and the proposed school would alleviate overcrowding at Bailey Middle School and Hellen Caro Elementary. Mr. Bailey commented that Mr. D. C. Ferguson and Mrs. Evelyn Herlikofer, with Ferguson Field, had expressed that they do not wish to shut down Ferguson Field, and he asked for input from staff relative to flight patterns in proximity to the proposed school/ playground area. Dr. David Epperson, Assistant Superintendent for Facilities Planning and Maintenance, advised that the proposal complies with the Administrative Code which references location of schools in proximity to runways.
Mr. Joe Brooks, Realtor, appeared representing Ms. Jean Payne, seller of the 45 acres. He advised that the sales contract would take the property off of the market for the School Board for five months to allow time to obtain environmental permitting.
Upon inquiry from Mrs. Morris, Dr. Epperson advised that 17 out of the 45 acres are designated as uplands and the balance is wetlands based on DEP rulings; therefore, additional acreage would be needed for mitigation purposes. It was noted that the adjacent landowner wanted $120,000 for fifteen acres ($8,000 an acre), which staff felt was too high, in that the property was appraised at $2,000 to $3,000 an acre for mitigation purposes. Discussion was held on other options including buying land from someone else to solve the problem, or using acreage already owned by the School District. Mr. May noted that the Escambia County Utilities Authority (ECUA) has a parcel of land in that area which could be considered. Due to the limited amount of land available on the west side, and to prevent further delays, Dr. DeWitt suggested buying the 45 acres to secure the land for the school and address the wetland issues as subsequent issues. Mrs. Morris commented that she would suggest checking with ECUA regarding property at the corner of Blue Angel Parkway and Lillian Highway as mitigation or consider declaring eminent domain and take the property at our costs. Mrs. Webb called point of order noting this item had been deleted from the agenda. After discussion with the Board Attorney, a motion was made by Dr. DeWitt, and seconded by Mr. Bailey, to place this item back on the agenda for action and approve the Addendum to the Contract for Sale and Purchase with the change in paragraph number 5 as stipulated by the Board Attorney (that the purchase price for the acquisition will not be more than $1,000 over the appraised value per acre for the wetlands area). The total for purchase of additional land for mitigation purposes is not to exceed $120,000. Language will also be added to secure permission from the plaintiffs in the Augustus case. Mr. Bailey commented that Mr. D. C. Ferguson and Mrs. Evelyn Herlikofer, with Ferguson Field, had expressed concern that regulations are complied with relative to the school, and that they would not be liable for lawsuits relative to the flight pattern, noise, or anything pertaining to Ferguson Field Airport. After discussion, Chairman Jenkins called for the vote and the motion was unanimously approved.
The meeting returned to the regular agenda order.
IV. STUDENT TRANSFERS
This item was approved as submitted.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit D)
V. HUMAN RESOURCES
A. Instructional
1. Appointments
Albritton, Gloria Bratt 09/09/98 Additional Position
Ave, Robert Pine Forest 09/15/98 F Walker, Resigned
Barker, Jamie Montclair 09/28/98 J Everett, LOA
Brochu, Heather Navy Point 09/14/98 C Lake, Resigned
Caldwell, Ethlyn ESE/Speech 09/23/98 Part-time Position
Cope, Amy Century Elem 10/08/98 M Diamond, Resigned
Counihan, Sean Tate 09/14/98 K Conner, Resigned
Domeier, Patricia Brownsville 10/19/98 D Williams, Transf'd
Erickson, Etta Hellen Caro 09/11/98 Additional Position
Gullett, Angela ESE/Speech 09/24/98 C Wheeler, Transf'd
Hancock, Melissa Century Elem 10/12/98 S Cardwell, Transf'd
Herber, John Lincoln Park 09/21/98 Additional Position
Holder, Stephanie Navy Point 09/21/98 J Etheredge, Transf'd
Jordan, John Brownsville 09/21/98 Additional Position
McCandless, Margaret Bailey 08/10/98 M Lawson, Non Renewal
McMonigle, Mike Pensacola 10/05/98 W Rose, LOA
Merritt, Melynda Spencer Bibbs 09/21/98 T Schwarz, Transf'd
*Mills, Angela Wedgewood 10/19/98 S Jernigan, In Sch Transfer
*Perkins, Jimmie Brentwood Mid 09/21/98 Additional Position
Rivers, Diana Dixon 10/01/98 S Pride, Transf'd
Robbins, Christopher Bailey 09/10/98 S Facemire, Resigned
Spears, Rhonda Brentwood Elem 10/05/98 A Potter, Transf'd
Van Meter, Virginia Brentwood Mid 09/10/98 Additional Position
Weaver, Polly Warrington Elem 9/21/98 P Vaillant, In Sch Transfer
Williams, Jennifer ESE/Hall Ctr 10/27/98 M Crisson, Transf'd
Winborne, Glenda Oakcrest 09/17/98 S Parazine, Transf'd
Wonser-Betz, Walter Spencer Bibbs 09/21/98 M Roberts, Resigned
*out-of-field
2. Resignations
Conner, Kimberly Tate 09/11/98
Cornell, Patricia Ernest Ward 10/05/98
Diamond, Margaret Century Elem 09/25/98
Eiser, Tracy Oakcrest 09/11/98
Evans, Billie Warrington Mid 10/09/98 (was on LOA)
Henderson, Elizabeth Data Ctr 10/06/98
Romano, Nancy West Pensacola 09/11/98
3. Retirees
Johnson, Sarah Oakcrest 10/02/98
4. Teachers Returning from Leave of Absence
Ard, Bonnie Brownsville 09/28/98
5. Transfers
From To Date
Bonner, Sarah Brownsville Washington 10/01/98
Brooks, Tammy Big Bayou Ransom 10/05/98
Cardwell, Sharon Century Elem Spencer Bibbs 09/21/98
Etheredge, Janet Navy Point Bellview Elem 09/08/98
Hansen, Kristen Dixon West Pensacola 09/23/98
Hoffman, Johnnie Bailey Brentwood Mid 09/14/98
Jackson-Williams, M Warrington Mid ESE/Hall Ctr 09/18/98
Potter, Andranette Brentwood Elem Dixon 10/05/98
Pride, Edith Dixon Oakcrest 10/05/98
Williams, Deborah Brownsville Washington 10/15/98
6. Requests for Leave With Pay
Arena, James Hallmark 8/18-20,25-27 Jury duty
Barnes, Katy Bailey 8/21 Jury duty
Bell, Thomas Woodham 9/8 Jury duty
Calhoun, Michelle Pensacola 9/15,22 Professional/EEA
Davis, Lenore Scenic Heights 8/24,25 Jury duty
Edwards, Lynette Hallmark 8/17 Jury duty
Ellis, Wenonah Hallmark 9/14 Jury duty
Erwin, Laurel Juvenile Justice 8/10 Jury duty
Farmer, Paul Data Ctr 7/30-8/21 Military
Fussell, Linda Brown Barge 9/14,15 Jury duty
Grice, Robert Tate 9/8 Jury duty
Harris, Linda McMillan 8/28 Professional/EEA
Jacobs, Barbara Bellview Mid 8/31 Jury duty
Jolly, Gary Bailey 8/21,24 Jury duty
Lamar, Ordeane Brentwood Elem 9/8 Jury duty
Martin, Paulette Washington 9/14 Jury duty
McQueen, Patricia Pleasant Grove 9/8 Jury duty
Ramirez, Sheryll Escambia 8/17 Jury duty
Schwartz, Pamela ESE/Hall Ctr 8/28 Professional/EEA
Sirmons, Loretta Cook 8/24-27,31;9/1 Jury duty
Stoker, Terri Holm 9/8,9 Jury duty
Taylor, Cynthia Holm 9/14 Jury duty
VanCavage, Victoria Ransom 8/31 Jury duty
Washington, James Woodham 9/9 Subpoena
Williams, Cynthia Woodham 8/31 Jury duty
Winters, Susan Beggs 8/31 Jury duty
Young, Lawrence Wedgewood 9/14 Jury duty
7. Requests for Leave Without Pay
Bell, Pamela Cook 9/11 Maternity
Bland, Bonnie Washington 9/8,9 Illness
Boudreaux, Susan Warrington Elem 9/10,11 Personal
Brye, Mary ReDirections 8/31 Personal
Chivington, Sheri Tate 9/2,4 Illness
Copenhaver, Ann Ransom 9/3,4 Personal
*Craney, Sharon Weis 11/9/98-3/31/99 Maternity
Cross, Kimberly Navy Point 9/8 Personal
Doyle, Linda Pine Meadow 9/3-15 Illness
Enquist, Marcia Workman 9/16-18 Personal
*Fowler, Monica Bellview Elem 10/16/98-1/4/99 Maternity
*Garrison, Samuel Ransom 9/28-12/18/98 Illness
Hedin, Blythe Yniestra 8/28 Personal
*Heuvelink, Rebecca West Pensacola Elem 9/28/98-6/1/99 Maternity
Kall, Judith Warrington Elem 10/19/98-6/1/99 Personal
*Kelly, Michelle Navy Point 11/2/98-2/5/99 Maternity
King, Hugh Ferry Pass Mid 9/9 Personal
Lake, Carmen Navy Point 8/20-24 Personal
Larson, Joyce Pine Forest 9/10,11,14 Illness
McCaskill, Debra Hellen Caro 9/10 Illness
McNealy, Alicia Weis 8/27-9/11 Maternity
Miller, Sonia Tate 11/5-25 Childrearing
Padgett, Amy Brentwood Elem 8/25 Illness
Redman, Kelli Judy Andrews 8/27 Personal
Reese-Whiting, Julia Scenic Heights 8/28 Illness
*Rose, William Pensacola 12/8/98-6/1/99 Illness
*Sanders, Susan Oakcrest 9/28-12/18/98 Maternity
Sexton, Cee-Em Montclair 9/3 Illness
Warwick, Kellie Navy Point 9/15 Illness
*FMLA
8. Special Requests
(1) Request approval of the following appointments with assigned paygrade on the professional salary schedule:
Forester, Frances Programmer II 10/14/98-6/30/99 PG 9/1
Meyers, Alysia Systems Support Tech I 10/12/98-6/30/99 PG 5/1
Rech, David Systems Support Tech II 09/21/98-6/30/99 PG 7/1
Swiryd, Sara Programmer/Analyst I 10/12/98-6/30/99 PG 12/1
Thorn, Brant Occupational Therapist 09/21/98-6/30/99 PG 18/1
(2) Reappointment of instructional personnel for the 1998-99 school year:
Arndt, Daniel Escambia High 09/21/98
Norman, Maria Bailey 09/21/98
Snyder, Priscilla ESE/Speech 09/23/98
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit E)
Yniestra Navy Point
Barker-Hall, Patricia Bello, Janice
Choat, Anne Brochu, Heather
Cox, David Cross, Kimberly
Francis, Elna Culbertson, Maria
Fulford, Jane Daniels, Gena
Herron, Holli Davis, Lucea
Jones, Sallie Gooden, Bernita
Lacoste, Linda Holder, Stephanie
Long, Donna Kierstead, Katy
Mashon, Linda Maraman, Pamala
Nunmaker, Shirley Mayo, Pamela
Ozuzu, Joan McCallister, Kathy
Paro, Gayle McDowell, John
Patti, Maria Overby, Tracey
Roberts, Michael Parker, Brenda
Walker, Gloria Penton, Rebecca
Ward, Susan Staples, Barbara
Taylor, Margie Stephens, Pamela
Stevens, Sue
Stewart, Brenda
Tate, Carolyn
Warwick, Kellie
Welch, Lillian
Slay, Suzanne Carver
Eddins, Daisy Escambia
Vanderbeek, Jennifer Ferry Pass Elem
Shackle, Richard Ransom
Franz, Teresa ReDirections
Jernigan, Sandra Wedgewood
(7) Request approval for the following teachers who attended the Attention Deficit Disorder workshop at the Hall Center, July 29-31, 1998, to be paid $10.00 an hour from school improvement funds, special education funds, and after school remediation funds:
Adam, Sarah Porter, Karen
Blackwelder, Joyce Robsono-Watson, Rosita
Boggs, Deborah Rose, Theresa
Bonifay, Judith Rufus, Paula
Booker, Gladys Schneider, Michelle
Braithwaite, Joyce Skelton, Jeannie
Bryan, Sheila Sorrell, Larry
Burton, Delores Stanfill, Karol
Baker, Sherdina Stillman, Paula
Chancery, Marina Sumner, Madline
Chapman, Denise Van Cavage, Victoria
Craney, Sharon VanGilder, Richard
Doucette, Judy Vaughn, Tama
French, Anne Wallace, Sondra
Gahlenbeck, Rose Whiting, Matalie
Gensemer, Sharon Williams, Carrie
Hanks, Gayle Mead, James
Hardin, Celia Gindl, Nancy
Harris, Stephanie Pierce, Rhonda
Hawkins, Doris Hicks, Carolyn
Hendrix, Deanna Johnecheck, Cheryl
Kennedy, Elizabeth King, Ola
Lacasse, Michele Lee, Melissa
Mangum, Anndreze Martin, Barbara
Mattair, Faith McElroy, Brooke
Perry, June Phillips, Meriwyn
B. Educational Support
1. Appointments (R-Replacement V-Vacant Pos N-New Pos A-Additional Pos)
NAME CLASSIFICATION EFF DATE LOCATION
Alexander, Solethia R Custodial Worker I 9/16/98 Woodham
Archer, Nancy (Prom) R Food Ser Manager I 8/28/98 Brentwood Elem
Austine, Maxine R Custodial Worker I 10/6/98 ESEAL
Bailey, Laverne (Prom) R Admin Clerk II 9/28/98 Brentwood Elem
Barge, Christopher R Custodial Worker I 9/23/98 Escambia
Barnes, Helen V Food Ser Asst I 9/11/98 Bratt
Barnes, Michael (Prom) N Construction Mech II 9/24/98 Facilities
Bethea, Pamela R Teacher Asst Special 9/24/98 Weis
Bell, Christine (Prom) R Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 Edgewater
Bergfield, Evelicia R Acct Specialist II 10/1/98 Accounts Payable
Bivines, Larry R Custodial Worker I 10/5/98 Scenic Heights
Brown, Alan R Custodial Worker I 9/1/98 Carver
Brown, Katie R Custodial Worker I 9/28/98 Lipscomb
Brown, Pam R Teacher Asst Special 9/8/98 Bailey
Brown, Veronica V Food Service Asst I 9/16/98 Woodham
Buck, Nancy (Prom) R Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 Ensley
Childers, Vincent (Prom) R Lead Electronics Tech 10/5/98 Maintenance
Coleman, Leon R Custodial Worker I 9/28/98 Navy Point
Collins, Charlotte (Prom) R School Data Spec I 9/28/98 Byrneville
Colon, Carlos (Prom) N Construction Mech II 10/19/98 Facilities
Davis, Betty (Prom) R Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 Brownsville Middle
Davis, Jeanene (Prom) V Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 Brentwood Middle
Davis, Sharon (Prom) R Admin School Sec II 9/14/98 Lincoln Park
Dees, Melisa A Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 Washington High
Do, Dung Hoang V Teacher Asst/Bi-Lingual 8/17/98 Edgewater
English, Cynthia (Prom) R Teacher Asst Special 10/5/98 Holm
Evans, Carolee (Prom) R Accounting Spec II 8/24/98 Risk Management
Fabbo, Paulette A Teacher Assistant 10/5/98 Hellen Caro
Foster, Douglas R Custodial Worker I 8/4/98 Pine Forest
Gibson, Eleece R Teacher Asst Special 9/23/98 Woodham
Godwin, Eula (Prom) R Food Ser Manager I 8/31/98 Bratt
Godwin, Tamara V Food Service Asst I 8/27/98 Bratt
Graham, Jeanne (Prom) R Early Childhood Asst 9/8/98 Oakcrest
Green, Jack (Prom) R Paint Shop Leader 10/5/98 Maintenance
Gunlock, Diane A Educational Interpreter 8/19/98 McMillan
Hamilton, Lilace R Admin Clerk II 9/28/98 Bellview Elem
Hamilton, Rebecca (Prom) V Food Ser Asst II 9/30/98 Ferry Pass Middle
Hamilton, Vincent R Custodial Worker I 8/17/98 Bailey
Hawthorne, Genodria V School Bus Operator 10/5/98 Transportation
Hedaria, Greg R Heavy Equipment Oper 9/14/98 Transp Garage
Herring, Letha R Teacher Assistant 9/14/98 Hallmark
Hicks, Jerome R Custodial Worker I 10/1/98 Lipscomb
Jackson, Roy R Custodial Worker I 9/24/98 Custodial Services
Johnson, Mary (Prom) R Custodial Worker II 9/21/98 Jim Allen
Jones, Josephine (Prom) R Admin Clerk II 10/5/98 Montclair
Kelley, Terri A Teacher Asst Special 9/8/98 Ernest Ward
Kimmons, Audrey R Teacher Assistant 9/1/98 Northview
King, Melisa A Teacher Asst Special 9/2/98 Hellen Caro
Ladd, Barbara R Teacher Assistant 9/17/98 Hallmark
Leonard, Ethel (Prom) R Food Ser Manager I 9/21/98 Edgewater
Maling, Dorcas R Teacher Assistant 10/2/98 Edgewater
Matrone, Linda R Early Childhood Asst 9/28/98 Judy Andrews
McCorvey, Betty R Teacher Asst Special 9/28/98 Westgate
McDonald, Marcia (Prom) R Admin Secretary II 10/7/98 Math/Science Dept
McDonald, Shonda R Teacher Asst Special 10/1/98 Bailey
Montgomery, Charlotte R Early Childhood Asst 9/17/98 Beggs
Morgan, Ernestine R Teacher Asst Special 9/1/98 Westgate
Morris, Sandra J. V Food Service Asst I 8/27/98 Bratt
Muse, Bennie R Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 Brentwood Middle
Nettles, Howard (Prom) R Maint Worker I 8/26/98 Escambia High
Pinkney, Beverly (Prom) R Admin School Sec II 8/24/98 Petree
Pogue, Verdie Jr. R Custodial Worker I 10/2/98 Washington
Pope, Linda (Prom) R Admin Clerk III 8/24/98 Risk Mgmt Acct
Reeves, Joan (Prom) R Admin Secretary II 9/8/98 Media Services
Richardson, Connor R Custodial Worker I 8/24/98 Jim Allen
Richardson, Woodrow R Custodial Worker I 9/21/98 Ernest Ward
Riley, Linda V Food Service Asst I 9/14/98 Pine Meadow
Ritchie, Joyce (Prom) A Teacher Asst Special 10/6/98 Weis
Robbins, Donna A Teacher Asst Special 9/14/98 Cordova Park
Roberson, Nellie (Prom) A Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 W Pensacola
Serdula, Karen R Admin Clerk II 9/14/98 Navy Point
Sharpe, Judy (Prom) R School Data Spec I 8/17/98 Edgewater
Simmons, Camillejan (Prom) A Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 Myrtle Grove Elem
Smith, Bridget V Food Service Asst I 9/28/98 West Pensacola
Snow, Michael R Custodial Worker I 9/14/98 Woodham
Stallworth, Carol (Prom) R Asst Food Ser Mgr 8/31/98 Weis
Strickler, Kimberly R Teacher Asst Special 9/14/98 Longleaf
Stringfellow, Mattie R Custodial Worker I 10/5/98 Bailey
Thomas, Maxine R Early Childhood Asst 10/15/98 McMillan
Thomas, Synetta (Prom) R Admin Clerk II 8/17/98 PHS
Thomas, Verdell R Food Ser Asst I 10/8/98 Brentwood Middle
Thomas, William R Custodial Worker I 10/2/98 Bailey
Timo, Ellen (Prom) A Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98 Brown Barge
Wadsworth, Claudia R Admin Clerk II 9/28/98 Pine Meadow
Welch. Malita R Admin Clerk II 9/8/98 Montclair
Whaley, Freda (Prom) R Admin Clerk II 9/9/98 Beggs
Warren, Jessie (Prom) R FoodSer Manager I 8/19/98 Hallmark
Wiggins, Betty (Prom) R Custodial Worker II 8/31/98 Ernest Ward
Williams, Diane R Admin Clerk II 8/17/98 Ferry Pass Elem
Williams, Japhell R Maint Worker II 7/28/98 Pine Forest
Wood, Mary R Teacher Asst Special 8/21/98 Judy Andrews
Zylstra, Marilyn (Prom) R Educational Interpreter 8/27/98 W Pensacola
2. Resignations
Chappell, Gwendolyn (Ret) Teacher Asst Special 10/2/98 Molino
Dotson, Lola Custodial Worker I 9/8/98 Bellview Middle
Elliott, Roseann (Ret) Food Ser Asst I 9/11/98 Woodham
Foster, Douglas Custodial Worker I 8/25/98 Pine Forest
Foster, Susan Teacher Asst Special 7/1/98 Westgate
Fournier, Donald School Bus Operator 10/9/98 Transportation
Knowles, Elizabeth Custodial Worker I 10/16/98 Tate
Mitchell, Cheryl Teacher Asst Special 9/21/98 Woodham
Morton, Marian Food Service Asst I 10/9/98 West Pensacola
Nobles, Diane Teacher Asst Special 9/30/98 Warrington Elem
Pierce, Sandra Teacher Asst Special 9/16/98 ESEAL
Scull, Patricia Admin Clerk I 9/18/98 Special Ed Dept
3. Terminations
Leduc, Belina Custodial Worker I 10/1/98 Bailey
Richardson, Woodrow Custodial Worker I 10/6/98 Ernest Ward
Smith, Bridget Food Service Asst I 10/7/98 W Pensacola
4. Suspensions
None
5. Dismissals
Jerri Barnes, School Bus Operator, Transportation Department, dismissed in bad standing effective October 6, 1998.
Fred Davis, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Transportation Garage, dismissed in bad standing effective October 5, 1998.
Genodria Hawthorne, School Bus Operator, Transportation Department, dismissed in bad standing effective 10/15/98.
6. Leave of Absence
Bell, Christine Teacher Asst Special 10/9/98-1/15/99 Personal*
Burson, Julia Food Service Asst I 8/31/98-5/28/99 Personal
Hopkins, Gwendolyn School Bus Operator 9/9/98-2/28/99 Personal
Jackson, Riley (Ext) Custodial Worker I 10/1/98-3/2/99 Medical
Kennedy, Juywonia (Ext) Teacher Assistant 5/29/98-1/31/99 Personal
Legidakes, Cynthia Teacher Asst Special 8/17/98-12/31/98 Medical
Mitchell, Cheryl Teacher Asst Special 9/9/98-9/21/98 Medical*
Myatt, Charla Admin Clerk II 9/3/98-10/9/98 Medical
Price, Pearl Teacher Assistant 9/28/98-12/31/98 Personal
Smith, Alice C.(Ext) School Data Spec I 9/1/98-9/30/98 Medical*
Williams, Pamela Food Ser Asst I 10/2/98-1/31/99 Maternity*
*Request FMLA
VI. FINANCE
Approved:
1. Authorization for payrolls and vouchers for the month of November, 1998.
(Housed in Finance Department)
2. Check Register for the month of September, 1998.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit F)
3. Financial Statements for the month of August and September, 1998.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit G)
4. Authorized payment of $5,281.38 (general) and $1,075.13 (DOAH) to the legal firm of Hammons & Whittaker, P.A., for legal services performed during the month of September, 1998.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit H)
5. Authorized payment of $5,142.25 to Mr. Louis F. Ray, Jr., School Board Attorney for legal services performed during the month of September, 1998.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit I)
6. Authorized payment of $4,432.56 to Mr. Albert E. Phillips for consulting services performed during the month of September, 1998.
Mrs. Webb stated that backup indicated that Mr. Phillips provided legal services and asked if a contract would be entered as required by School District Rule. The Board Attorney stated that Mr. Phillips was engaged to perform consulting services, not legal services. Dr. Epperson concurred and added that staff would like to be able to come back to the Board to request his consulting services specific to construction claims regarding N. B. Cook issues. Mrs. Webb requested that backup documentation be provided regarding travel expenses. After discussion, the Board Attorney recommended that the Board approve payment of the bill subject to getting proper documentation for the expense portion
of the bill, and approve the continued use of Mr. Phillips to provide consulting services on an as needed basis for this project. Mrs. Morris so moved, with the addition to change the wording on the agenda to reflect consulting services instead of legal services. The motion was seconded by Mr. Bailey. Chairman Jenkins called for the vote and the motion was approved 4-1 with Mrs. Webb voting NO.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit J)
7. Authorized payment of $324.33 to Allen, Norton and Blue, P. A. for legal services performed during the months of July and August, 1998.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit K)
8. Budget Amendments: BA #1, PART I-General Operating Fund, BA #1, PART IV-Special Revenues.
(Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit L)
VII. PURCHASING
Backup filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit M
Approved:
1.0 AWARD BIDS
Administrative Departments
1.1 Renewal of Employee Wellness Appraisal Program, Bid #9-98
Maintenance and Transportation
1.2 Painting Contractors Services, Bid #6-99
School Food Services
1.3 Butter/Margarine, Bid #3-99
1.4 Pepperoni Pizza/Grilled Chicken Patties, Bid #9-99
Facilities Planning
1.5 New Cafeteria and Sitework at Tate High School
1.6 Renewal of Annual Contract - Aluminum Canopies
2.0 AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE AND PURCHASE
Schools
2.1 Apple Microcomputer Equipment for Bellview Middle School
2.2 Fourth Year of a Five Year Lease Purchase Agreement for Jostens' Microcomputer Lab at Dixon Elementary School
2.3 Apple Microcomputer Equipment for Navy Point Elementary School
Administrative Departments
2.4 Annual Renewal of Software System Maintenance and Support for Technological Systems/MIS
2.5 Software and Installation for Meridian Phone System at J. E. Hall Center (Technological Systems/MIS)
2.6 Copiers for Print Shop and Professional Library (Print Shop)
2.7 Test Materials for Evaluation Services
2.8 Gateway Microcomputer Equipment for Vocational Programs at Tate High, Escambia High, Woodham High, Washington High, Pensacola High, Ferry Pass Middle, Carver Middle, Brentwood Middle, and Bellview Middle Schools (Applied Technology & Adult Education Department)
2.9 Renew Annual License for Maintenance and Support for Software AG Software for Technological Systems/MIS
2.10 Apple Microcomputer Equipment for Instructional Technology Department
2.11 Apple Microcomputer Equipment for Title I
2.12 First Year of a Five Year Lease/Purchase of a Xerox Copier for Evaluation Services
2.13 Master License Agreement for Education for Novell Network/Groupwise Licenses (Technological Systems/ MIS)
2.14 Scantron Scanmark 2000 Optical Mark Reader Scanning Device (Technological Systems/MIS)
2.15 Gateway Microcomputer Equipment for Technological Systems/MIS
Maintenance and Transportation
2.16 Carpet and Base for Scenic Heights, Lincoln Park, and Bellview Elementary Schools (Maintenance)
2.17 Drug and Alcohol Testing Services (Transportation)
2.18 Paint for Brentwood Elementary, Ferry Pass Middle, Pensacola High, and Allie Yniestra Elementary Schools (Maintenance)
School Food Services
2.19 Cafeteria Dining Furniture for West Pensacola Elementary, Ferry Pass Elementary, Pleasant Grove Elementary, Allie Yniestra Elementary, Barrineau Park Elementary, Beulah Elementary, Myrtle Grove Elementary, and Brownsville Middle Schools
Facilities Planning
2.20 Carpet, Base, and Treads/Risers for New N. B. Cook Elementary School
3.0 MISCELLANEOUS
Schools
3.1 Colorado 5000 Timing Console for Aquatics Center at Washington High School
3.2 Digital Duplicator for Hellen Caro Elementary School
Administrative Departments
3.3 Civil Service Board Cost (General Accounting/AP Department)
3.4 Hurricane Georges
Maintenance and Transportation
3.5 Unauthorized Purchase of HVAC Repair Services at Tate High School (Maintenance)
Facilities Planning
3.6 Change Order #1 to Purchase Order #164028 (W. Lewis Culver, Architect)
3.7 Change Order #1 to Purchase Order #176664 (Jack Moore)
3.8 Change Order #1 to Purchase Order #176668 (Air Design Systems Inc.)
3.9 Change Order #1 to Purchase Order #172157 (Arc Electrical Contractor)
3.10 Extend and Renew Professional Services Agreement for Energy Management Services
VIII. FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE
Backup material filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit N
A. FACILITIES PLANNING
Approved:
1. FINAL PAYMENTS
a. REPLACEMENT OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEM AT WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Approved final payment in the amount of $1,600.00 to Schmidt, Dell, Cook & Associates, Engineers, on the above referenced project.
P. O. #165447 FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT: $9,500.00
b. REPLACEMENT OF FIRE ALARM SYSTEM AT WASHINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Approved final payment in the amount of $15,336.76 to Arc Electrical Contractors, on the above referenced project
P. O. #172157 FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT: $154,057.00
c. INSTALLATION OF WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZERS AT BELLVIEW
ELEMENTARY AND SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Approved final payment in the amount of $659.75 to Peterson Engineering, Inc., on the above referenced project.
P. O. #169625 FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT: $13,195.00
d. INSTALLATION OF WALK-IN COOLER/FREEZERS AT BELLVIEW
ELEMENTARY AND SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
Approved final payment in the amount of $16,247.50 to R. D. Ward Construction Company, contractor, on the above referenced project.
P. O. #173646 FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT: $162,475.00
e. NEW MEDIA CENTER FOR MYRTLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved final payment in the amount of $931.00 to W. Lewis Culver, Architect, on the above referenced project.
P. O. #147635 FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT: $74,424.00
f. NEW MEDIA CENTER FOR MYRTLE GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Approved final payment in the amount of $101,953.72 to Jack Moore & Company, Inc., contractor, on the above referenced project.
P. O. #162521 FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT: $1,019,547.16
g. RESTORATION OF THE BATTERY CHARGING ROOM AT THE DISTRICT'S
CENTRAL WAREHOUSE
Approved final payment in the amount of $23,071.00 to W.A.M. Construction, contractor, on the above referenced project.
P. O. #175365 FINAL CONTRACT AMOUNT: $23,071.00
2. MISCELLANEOUS:
PULLED: a. PERFORMANCE CONTRACTING SERVICES
Request Board approval of the following rankings of Energy Service Companies to provide Guaranteed Investment Grade Audits for energy related projects. Also request permission to negotiate with highest ranked firm.
1. Bosek, Gibson & Associates
2. Southern/CES Way Company
3. Johnson Controls, Inc.
b. ADDITIONS AT HOLM ELEMENTARY
Approved Phase III Construction Documents on the above referenced project, for submittal to the Department of Education in Tallahassee.
c. ADDITIONS AT THE E-SEAL CENTER
Approved Phase III Construction Documents on the above referenced project, for submittal to the Department of Education in Tallahassee.
d. CLASSROOM ADDITIONS AT ESCAMBIA HIGH SCHOOL
Approved Phase III Construction Documents on the above referenced
project, for submittal to the Department of Education in Tallahassee.
e. LANGUAGE CORRECTION (AUGUST AGENDA): PURCHASE OF NORTH "B" STREET PROPERTY
Approved purchase of property on North B Street between the Escambia County School District and Mrs. Betty L. White for Pensacola High School to be paid from PECO New Construction Fund FY 98.
f. PURCHASE OF NORTH "B" STREET PROPERTY
Approved purchase of property on North B Street (Lot #18-2S-30-3006- 000-000) between the Escambia County School District and Mrs. Edna Mae Ingham Moore for Pensacola High School.
g. PURCHASE OF 1251 NORTH "H" STREET PROPERTY
Approved purchase of property on 1251 North H Street between the Escambia County School District and Mr. and Mrs. Freddie McCray for Dixon Elementary School.
h. PURCHASE OF 45-ACRES ON DOG TRACK ROAD
Request Board approval of purchase of property on Dog Track Road for new K-8 facility between the Escambia County School Board and Ms. Jean Payne.
This item was addressed by separate motion earlier in the meeting.
i. INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
Request Board approval of Interlocal Agreement between Escambia County and the Board on School Facility Planning.
Mrs. Webb requested that this item be deferred in order to obtain additional information at an upcoming workshop to be held at the December legislative conference regarding interlocal agreements. After discussion, motion by Dr. DeWitt, second by Mrs. Webb, to table this item until the December or January Board meeting, was unanimously approved.
B. MAINTENANCE
"No items submitted."
IX. CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION AND TRANSPORTATION
Backup material filed in Supplementary Minute Book, Exhibit O
Approved:
1. Cooperative Service Agreement between Florida State University and the