3. Discussion and possible action to address parental and staff concerns on a timely basis. Mr. John Peter Montalvo

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1 AMENDED AGENDA Laredo I.S.D. Board of Trustees Laredo I.S.D. Public Facility Corporation Board of Directors Regular Board Meeting Thursday, September 15, :30 p.m. Martin High School Cafeteria 2002 San Bernardo Ave. Laredo, TX A. Call to Order B. Roll Call C. Pledge of Allegiance D. Public Forum E. Superintendent s Report 1. Instruction Briefing 2. Finance Briefing 3. Student Briefing 4. Facilities Briefing F. Recognition - COSTCO Warehouse donates over 2,000 backpacks with school supplies to students REGULAR AGENDA 1. Discussion and possible action to approve Jesus Amezcua s Supplemental Duty Assignment for Interim Superintendent and to schedule a workshop/special call meeting to set and approve interim superintendent goals. Possible Closed Session Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section, Dr. Dennis D. Cantu - 1 -

2 2. Discussion and an update report on the TAKS reading performance of 3 rd, 4 th, 5 th, 6 th, 7 th, 8 th, 9 th, 10 th, 11 th 12 th grades, to include actual statistics and current plans for improvement of performance. Include organizational plan for Ms. Guillermina Montes 3. Discussion and possible action to address parental and staff concerns on a timely basis. Mr. John Peter Montalvo 4. Discussion and possible action upon review of the Board approved autoincreases included and build-in to positions as riders on the budgetary year of within the New Organizational Chart effective on July 01, 2005 and subsequently approved in the 2 nd Special Called Meeting, held in August 25, 2005 for the Budget Workshops at MHS Library. Possible Closed Session Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section, and Mr. Jesus J. Guerra 5. Update on the search for a Bilingual Director, Human Resources Director and Curriculum and Instruction Director. Mr. George M. Beckelhymer 6. Discussion for a workshop for the incoming Interim Superintendent to discuss the goals and calendar for evaluation for the year Ms. Guillermina Montes 7. Discussion and possible action in regards to Accelerated Reading Instrument Plan (ARI) and Accelerated Math Instrument Plan (AMI) grant and reasons for re-classification of unspent funds. Mr. John Peter Montalvo 8. Update and report for plan of action for all AYP deficient Schools in LISD and their corresponding TAKS trend scores from the Bench Mark year, Years end result of May Mr. Jesus J. Guerra 9. Discussion and possible action to formalize/finalize our contract with TASB to begin the search for a Superintendent

3 Mr. George M. Beckelhymer 10. Discussion and possible action to approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Laredo Independent School District and Constable Rodriguez, Precinct 1, Place 1. Dr. Dennis D. Cantu 11. Discussion to make it known that I rescind my vote for Interim Superintendent Jesus J. Amezcua s Interim Superintendent s position as voted on August 29, Ms. Guillermina Montes 12. Discussion and possible action to approve an FTE for the hiring of a Musical Instrument Repairmen. Mr. John Peter Montalvo 13. Update and report for the Bilingual/ESL Department, including a discussion of a plan of action, and discussion on the status of filling the position of Dual Language Director. Possible Closed Session Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section, Mr. Jesus J. Guerra 14. Discussion and possible action to amend Policy DEA (Local) to require Board approval of reclassifications that result in a change of pay greater than one pay grade. Dr. Dennis D. Cantu 15. Discussion and possible action to approve the audio recording of the proceedings of executive sessions of the Board of Trustees. Dr. Dennis D. Cantu 16. Discussion and possible action on final reading of amendment to Board Policy BE (Local), Board Meetings, and to approve the amended policy. Mr. John Kazen 17. Discussion and possible action on amendment to Board Policy DGBA (Local) concerning deadlines for conducting Level III grievance hearings. Mr. John Kazen 18. Discussion and possible action to establish a $2, stipend for the Health Science Technology Education teaching position

4 19. Discussion and possible action to approve the recommendation to hire the following Professional Positions. Possible Closed Session Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section, Principal Cigarroa Middle 2. Assistant Principal Memorial Middle and Cigarroa High 3. Occupational Therapists 20. Consideration and approval of a resolution authorizing certain change orders for Daiches and Ryan Elementary Schools construction projects pursuant to a lease agreement, trust agreement, and other related documents entered into by the Laredo I.S.D. Public Facility Corporation for the construction, lease, and option to purchase of such projects and directing the trustee to pay these change orders as provided in the lease agreement and approving other matters incident and related thereto. and Mr. Edmundo Lopez III 21. Update on Academic Excellence Indicator System (A.E.I.S.). Mr. Felipe Villarreal and Mrs. Rosaura Rodriguez 22. Update on Adequate Yearly Progress (AYP). Ms. Cynthia S. Cruz 23. Update on Reading 1:80, Fast Forward, and CEI Lab reading. Mr. Gerardo Cruz, Ms. Elsa Reyna Barron and Mrs. Carmen Sandoval 24. Discussion and possible action to amend Board policy EHBC (LOCAL) Special Programs to address general education homebound services, first reading. Ms. Guadalupe M. Perez CONSENT AGENDA Items listed in this part of the LISD Board Meeting Agenda have been presented and discussed at previous Board Meetings, Board Committee Meetings, or are considered to be routine items or matters

5 25. Approval of Minutes Special Call Meeting ~ August 2, 2005 Special Call Meeting ~ August 4, 2005 Regular Board Meeting ~ August 11, 2005 Special Call Meeting/Budget Workshop ~ August 16, 2006 Special Call Meeting/Budget Workshop ~ August 18, 2006 Special Call Meeting ~ August 25, 2005 Special Call Meeting ~ August 29, Approval of Disbursements 27. Approval of Donations and Investments 28. Approval of Tax Collection Report 29. Discussion and possible action to approve the recommendation to accept the Cooperative Agreement of Affiliation for a term of five years between Laredo Community College and Laredo Independent School District for Associate Degree Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nurse Assistant Program. 30. Discussion and possible action to approve a Memorandum of Understanding between the Laredo Independent School District and the Webb County Juvenile Board (JJAEP). Mr. Julio A. Mendez 31. Discussion and possible action on the interior design and furniture for all secondary schools. Ms. Margaret Lopez 32. Discussion and possible action on the contract with La Porte ISD for fiscal year for the sale of 6,000 (estimated) Weighted Average Daily Attendance credits (WADA) in the approximate amount of $1,227,500 for LISD and $1,227,500 to Harris County JJAEP. 33. Discussion and possible action on the contract with Spring Branch ISD for fiscal year for the sale of 2000 (estimated) Weighted - 5 -

6 Average Daily Attendance credits (WADA) in the (approximate) amount of $405,000 for LISD and $405,000 to Harris County JJAEP. 34. Discussion and possible action on the contract with Texas City ISD for fiscal year for the sale of 2,443 Weighted Average Daily Attendance (WADA) in the approximate amount of $444,626 for LISD and $444,626 to Harris County JJAEP. 35. Discussion and possible action on the approval of Resolution 01-R-12 of the revised investment policies and procedures. 36. Discussion and possible action to allow the Superintendent and the Technology Department to sell or assign any local non-profit organization salvage computers (if and when available) to be used within LISD boundaries. Currently we have requests from: Azteca Economic Development & Preservation Corporation, Mercy Ministries, San Luis Rey Church and Life Downs. Mr. Roy Lanier and Carmen S. Sandoval 37. Discussion and possible action on a request for waiver of penalty and interest in the aggregate amount of $ for tax year 2004 on multiple accounts owned by taxpayers, Norma Garcia and Irene J. Guerra. and Mr. Rodolfo Sanchez Property Tax Account # Tax Year Penalty & Interest Charges # $98.98 # $94.18 # $85.78 # $ # $78.88 # $93.13 # $61.22 # $36.52 # $35.40 # $32.58 Total: $

7 38. Discussion and possible action on a request for an approval of a refund in the total amount of $ for tax years 2003 and 2004 on property tax account # by taxpayer, Jose and Maria V. Cano. Mr. Jesus Amezcua and Mr. Rodolfo Sanchez 39. Discussion and possible action to approve the sale of surplus inventory. Mr. Jose R. Perez 40. Discussion and possible action regarding the submission of State waivers dealing with Staff Development, Early Release and TAKS testing days. Mrs. Rosaura Rodriguez Approval of Budget Amendments: BA ~ Amending the Construction Fund budget in the amount of $13, to transfer funds from Macdonell Elementary (completed project) for Ryan Elementary in the amount of $11, to install canopies over several open areas at the campus and for Memorial Middle School in the amount of $2, to purchase and install aluminum horizontal blinds on twenty windows around campus and authorizing the Superintendent to implement said budget. 41. Discussion and possible action to approve the following bids/proposals/quotations: - Proposed Award Opening Date Description Recommendation Time Period Available Amount Aug 16, 2005 Proposal No Moving and Storage Division of Operations Allen Warehouses, Inc. as primary vendor; and Laredo Moving and Storage as secondary vendor November 15, 2005 and terminating November 14, 2006 Funding available in Miscellaneous Contracted Services account for the fiscal year Aug 16, 2005 Proposal No Purchase of VCT Tile Division of Operations Kiva Building and Design Purchase orders will be processed on an as needed basis. October 17, 2005 and terminating October 16, 2006 Funding available in Miscellaneous Contracted Services account - 7 -

8 Proposed Award Opening Date Description Recommendation Time Period Available Amount Aug 25, 2005 Proposal No Audiological Devices Special Education Department Phonic Ear, Inc. September 16, 2005 and terminating September 15, 2006 Funding available in A/V Equipment account Aug 16, 2005 Proposal No Speech Therapy Service Round II Denisha Rodriguez as primary vendor; Haydee M. Gonzalez as secondary vendor; Leonor Solis Ramos as third vendor; and Speech Specialist of San Antonio, P.C. as fourth vendor September 16, 2005 and terminating September 15, 2006 Funding available in Professional Services account Aug 24, 2005 Proposal No Repair of Appliance and Kitchen Equipment Child Nutrition Program City Service, Inc. as primary vendor; and Hobart Corporation as secondary vendor September 16, 2005 and ending September 15, 2006 Funding available in Maintenance Repair account for the fiscal year Aug 16, 2005 Request for Qualification Presenter/Consultant of Connected Mathematics Program Joyce Polanco September 16, 2005 and ending September 15, 2006 Funding available from Professional Services account Aug 16, 2005 Request for Qualification Presenter of Mathematics Investigation Program Recommend to proposers as follows: Holly Barajas; Carolyn Moore; and Ana Valentino September 16, 2005 and ending September 15, 2006 Funding available from Professional Services account - 8 -

9 Proposed Award Opening Date Description Recommendation Time Period Available Amount Lease Agreement Single story building located at 1701 Farragut Street Recommend to renew lease agreement between Vicente V. Garza and Laredo Independent School District for the total annual lease payment of $19, for Special Education Department expansion due to training and accommodation needs. Lease term will begin on October 1, 2005 and will terminate on September 30, Lease shall automatically renew for an additional period of 1 year per renewal term, unless either party gives written notice of the termination date no later than 30 days prior to the end of the term or renewal term. Funding available in Rental Garza Buildings account Lease Agreement Building located at 1719 Farragut Street Recommend to renew lease agreement between Vicente V. Garza and Laredo Independent School District for the total annual lease payment of $38, for Special Education Department. Lease term will begin on October 1, 2005 and will terminate on September 30, Lease shall automatically renew for an additional period of 1 year per renewal term, unless either party gives written notice of the termination date no later than 30 days prior to the end of the term or renewal term. Funding available in Rental Garza Buildings account - 9 -

10 42. Discussion and possible action on the approval of expenditures from Contingency Funds: Mr. Edmundo Lopez, III Project Proposal Contractor Description Amount Alma Pierce Elementary School Bruni Elementary School Macdonell Elementary School Fabricating Company Fabricating Company Fabricating Company approve expenditures from Contingency funds. approve expenditures from Contingency funds. approve expenditures from Contingency funds. $ $ $ Discussion and possible action to accept and approve deductive change orders: Mr. Edmundo Lopez, III Project Proposal Contractor Description Amount Bruni Elementary School Alma Pierce Elementary School Macdonell Elementary School Memorial Middle School Tarver Elementary School Fabricating Company Fabricating Company Fabricating Company Fabricating Company Fabricating Company approve deductive change order for allowances. approve deductive change order for allowances. approve deductive change order for allowances. approve deductive change order for allowances approve deductive change order for allowances $6, $6, $6, $10, $7, Discussion and possible action to approve payment of partial retainage: Mr. Edmundo Lopez, III

11 Project Proposal Contractor Description Amount Cigarroa High and Middle School Phase I Ciagrroa High and Middle School Building Q RFP # RFP # Leyendecker Construction Leyendecker Construction approve partial release of retainage. approve partial release of retainage. $385, $36, RECESS AS THE LAREDO I.S.D. BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND CONVENE AS THE LAREDO I.S.D. PUBLIC FACILITY CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS: 45. Call to Order Laredo I.S.D Public Facility Corporation Regular Meeting 46. Roll Call 47. Approval of the following Reports: Mr. Jesus Amezcua a. Financial Statement Report b. Investment Report c. Change Order Report d. Disbursement Report (N/A) 48. Consideration and approval of a resolution authorizing certain change orders for Daiches and Ryan Elementary Schools construction projects pursuant to a lease agreement, trust agreement, and other related documents entered into by the Laredo I.S.D. Public Facility Corporation for the construction, lease, and option to purchase of such projects and directing the trustee to pay these change orders as provided in the lease agreement and approving other matters incident and related thereto. and Mr. Edmundo Lopez III ADJOURN AS THE LAREDO I.S.D. PUBLIC FACILITY CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND RECONVENE AS THE LAREDO I.S.D BOARD OF TRUSTEES. 49. Communications 50. Adjournment

12 If, during the course of the meeting, discussion of any item on the agenda should be held in a closed meeting, the Board will conduct a closed meeting in accordance with the Texas Open Meeting Act, Tex. Gov t Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D and E. It is the policy of the Laredo Independent School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, limited English proficiency, or handicapping condition in its programs. DISABILITY ACCESS STATEMENT Persons with disabilities who plan to attend this meeting and who may need auxiliary aid or services are requested to contact Mercedes Santos at (956) at least two working days prior to the meeting so that appropriate arrangements can be made. The accessible entrance and accessible parking spaces are located at the Martin High School Library, 2002 San Bernardo Ave