Leakey Independent School District

Transcription

1 Leakey Independent School District Board of Trustees Regular Meeting October 19, Call Meeting to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:33 p.m. by Vice-President Jerry Bates who announced a quorum was present, that the meeting had been duly called and that a notice of the meeting was posted according to law. Board Members that were present are Jerry Bates, Tammie Dugat, Shawn Gray, Brad Hart, Ruben Navarro and Joel Pigg. Charlie Reagor was not in attendance. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance to the United States and Texas Flags was led by members of the NHS/NJHS. 3. Opening Prayer The opening prayer was led by Jerry Bates. 4. Welcome Visitors/Open Forum Visitors present were Julie Becker, Frank Johnston, John Kerr, Amy & Langtry Hubbard, AnaLisa Glass, Lindsay Leinweber, Jennifer Pigg and Coach Rodriguez. John Kerr signed up to speak. Mr. John Kerr addressed the board regarding some concerns he had with the Athletic Program. He wanted the Board to know he felt Coach Rodriguez was doing a good job of coaching the team and he interacts well with the students and other coaches. Administration Present: Dr. Barbara Skipper, Kathy Antes, and Gerald Lugaresi 5. Recognition Principals Month Dr. Skipper informed the board that during the month of October the State of Texas, Office of the Governor has set aside this time to recognize the contributions of elementary, middle and high school principals. At this time the district would like to recognize Mr. Gerald Lugaresi, Principal of Leakey ISD. 6. Consent Agenda a. Consider for Approval Minutes from September 21, 2015 Regular Meeting. b. Consider for Approval Minutes from September 8, 2015 District Education Improvement Council Meeting (Site-Base) c. Consider for Approval Minutes from October 6, 2015 Site Base Meeting. d. Consider for Approval SHAC Committee Members for e Consider for Approval Minutes from October 7, 2015 SHAC Meeting f. Consider for Approval Payment of Bills and Invoices for October 2015 g. Consider for Approval District/Campus Improvement Plan Performance Objectives h. Monthly Maintenance Report A motion was made by Brad Hart and seconded by Tammie Dugat to approve the Consent Agenda.. 7. Presentation Gregory Knopp with Neffendorf & Knopp, PC presented the school audit report for fiscal year end He gave the report a rating of Unqualified Report which is the highest

2 rating you can receive. Mr. Knopp went over the key points of the report such as the management analysis, net position (assets of the district), balance sheet, debt service, and effects of TRS within the district with the board. A motion was made by Brad Hart and seconded by Joel Pigg to approve the audit report as presented. 8. Construction Items a. Construction Update Dr. Skipper went over several construction items to update the board. Water connection is in progress. Electrical connection Talked with the electrical contractor to see if they could get a bigger crew to expedite the installation of the electrical work because there were several other contractors on hold because the electrical needs to be installed. HVAC and Technology and elevator installation are waiting for electricity. Roof Update Alliance had a few more small things that need to be done before they issue the warranty. J. K. Burnhart is working on the punch list. Concrete Update the contractor found a smaller grate that we can use on the drainage system that is ADA approved. Kitchen update equipment has been delivered and installation should begin next week. Flooring update ceiling tiles and vinyl flooring on the second floor should begin next week. Metal stairs have been painted, cornerstones, bronze plaques are in. Gymnasium update Dr. Skipper gave some handouts regarding the logo, sound system and scoreboard that a decision by the board is needed before ordering. Timeline - Dr. Skipper informed the board she has extended the portable building lease through November but anticipates moving in early November. Dr. Skipper informed the board that she has been working on the remodeling plans of the old cafeteria to the new band hall. All the windows in the building will be replaced, all new Dumas hardware for the doors will be installed, the tile floor will be refinished and a new HVAC replacement. b. Discussion and Possible Approval of Construction Items: There were no action items to be considered at this time. 9. Discussion and Business Action Items a. Adopt Resolution Nominating Three (3) Candidates for Directorship to serve two-year terms on the Uvalde County Appraisal District Board beginning January 1, A motion was made by Brad Hart and seconded by Shawn Gray to adopt a resolution to nominate John Harrell and Danny Dean for Directorship on the Uvalde County Appraisal District Board beginning January b. Adopt Resolution Nominating Five (5) Candidates for Directorship to serve two-year terms on the Real County Appraisal District Board beginning January, A motion was made by Joel Pigg and seconded by Tammie Dugat to adopt a resolution to nominate Brad Hart, Carrie Chisum, Charlie Reagor, Melissa Bates and Steve Gray for Directorship on the Real County Appraisal District Board beginning January, Motion Carried 6-0

3 c. Consider for Approval TASB Policy Update 103, affecting local policies. This is the first update based on the last legislative session. Dr. Skipper reviewed several key areas that are affected by this update. A motion was made by Joel Pigg and seconded by Brad Hart to approve the TASB Policy Update 103 as presented. Motion Carried 6-0 d. Consider for Approval a Budget Amendment Mrs. Antes requested a budget amendment regarding technology work performed by Infinity for new construction totals of $51,920. Leakey ISD has a commitment from ERATE for reimbursement but reimbursements can take up to 12 months to be received. Requesting budget amendment in the amount of $29,000 so that the reimbursable portion be covered by the general fund. A motion was made by Joel Pigg and seconded by Brad Hart to approve a budget amendment in the amount of $29,000 as requested. e. Discussion of Upcoming Board Training Dr. Skipper went over the required training and gave each member information on upcoming board training opportunities. The board is required to have 3 hours of teambuilding training yearly where all board members and the superintendent are present. f. Discussion of Personnel Closed Session Pursuant to Section of the Texas Government Code Discussion of Highly Qualified Teachers Report for 2015 Dr. Skipper reported that 100% of Leakey ISD teachers and associated aides are highly qualified. Any further discussion of personnel will be in closed session. 10. Closed Session Pursuant of Section ; of the Texas Government Code, Deliberation on the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee and Section ; Consultation with Attorney to be held in a closed meeting. The board went into closed session at 8:26 p.m. to discuss item 9f Discussion of Personnel and 8a Construction Update regarding consultation with attorney on the status of pending estate funding. 11. Open Session Returned from closed session at 9:15 p.m. Item 9f Discussion of Personnel No action taken. Item 8a Construction Update No action taken. 12. Campus and Departmental Reports a. Principal s Report Mr. Lugaresi reported on October 17 th the band went to Regional Marching Contest in Hondo. The band scored a 1 which qualifies the district to advance to the state

4 competitions on November 3 rd in the Alamodome. Mr. Lugaresi was very proud of Mr. Austin and the band members for their accomplishments. Next week will be School Bus Safety Week. Mrs. Jones has scheduled a practice drill for students (K-4) on emergency procedures. Student Council members will be assisting Mrs. Jones. Benchmark testing will begin the week of November 9 th. National Honor Society is working on the Veterans Day Program which will be held on November 11 th at 10:00 a.m. Mr. Lugaresi will be taking 2 seniors to the Lions Club meeting on November 12 to meet with them. They will have an opportunity to address the club on their goals and aspirations for the future. b. Athletic Director s Report Volleyball The season started August 3 and now the season is almost finished. Junior High Girls played Center Point today and won. They have one more game to play and that will be Hunt. Varsity girls have 3 games left. They play Utopia tomorrow. There are 7 teams in our district (we are playing against larger schools and UIL said they will pick the top 4 big schools and the top 3 smaller schools to advance to bi-district. That means we will be playing either Comstock or Knippa in the bi-district game that will be played either on November 2 or November 3. Football Coach Rodriguez said he has been impressed the continual improvement the team is showing. There are 3 high school games left. We will be playing D Hanis Friday night at Eagle Stadium and the two remaining games will be out of town games. The Junior High boys have 2 games left because Charlotte decided not to play the last game because of the distance. c. Business Manager s Report Cash Flow Report as of September 30, 2015 Mrs. Antes went over the Cash Flow Report as of September 30, She informed the Board that the district s beginning balance was $1,173,278. The cash receipts totaled $271, 505. The district s monthly expenditures were $245,009. Other sources (Lonestar Investment account and Operating account) was $270, 298. The total cash and investments as of September 30 th was $1,470,072. Summary of Finance Report Mrs. Antes presented the Summary of Finance Report. The enrollment as of was 269 students. This includes 21 Pre-K students. Attendance for the period of 8-24 through was 97%. The regular ADA for the period 8-24 through was and Pre-K ADA for the period 9-14 through was Mrs. Antes presented two Summary of Finance scenarios for review. One summary without Pre-K and one with Pre-K. The Pre-K ADA increases the net gain to the District by $65,183. It could also place the District in a position to offset chapter 41 recapture debt. d. Superintendent s Report Enrollment Dr. Skipper gave a report to the board members showing with week ending with 243 students and through week ending with 272 students. This includes the pre-k (23) other enrollments (12) and 6 withdrawals.

5 Memory Lane Brick Dr. Skipper reminded the board members the Student Council members are selling Memory Lane Bricks. The brick pavers will be placed somewhere near the front entrance of the new high school building. As bricks are ordered and received they will be placed making a memory walkway. This is open to the community. There will also be bricks acknowledging the major contractors that were involved in this building project. Adjourned: A motion was made by Shawn Gray and seconded by Joel Pigg to adjourn the meeting at 9:15 p.m. The motion carried 6-0. Charlie Reagor, President Shawn Gray, Secretary or Board Trustee Approved /jf