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Board Meeting

December 19, 2013

The board’s regular public meeting — where most policies, budgets, and personnel decisions get a formal vote.

Agenda items
36
With votes
17
Contested
0

Attendance

No recorded vote.

Voting Members

- Dr. Wanda West , President - Mrs. Susan K Sipe , Vice President - Mrs. Ella S. Carter , Board Member - Mr. Jason E. Downey , Board Member - Mrs. Lynn Farmer , Board Member - Mr. Thomas Hudson , Board Member - Mr. Lester M. Miller , Board Member - Dr. Thelma D. Dillard , Treasu…

No recorded vote.

Non-Voting Members

- Dr. Steve Smith , Interim Superintendent

No recorded vote.

CALL TO ORDER
Pledge
Invocation
CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES
i

Board Meeting - November 21, 2013

- Motion made by: Mr. Thomas Hudson - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Susan K Sipe _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter - Yes: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Yes: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Yes: Mr. Thomas Hudson - Yes: Mr. Les…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
ii

Called Board Meeting - December 9, 2013

- Motion made by: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma D. Dillard _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter - Yes: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Yes: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Yes: Mr. Thomas Hudson - Yes: Mr.…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
i

Board Honorees

**Ms. Sylvia Hooker, Deputy Supt. stated, Rutland High no longer considered Priority School by GaDOE. As of September 30, 2013, Rutland High School was no longer considered a SIG school and did not meet the criteria of a Priority School.** **District Recognizes Ten Retirees:** *…

No recorded vote.

INVITATION TO VISITORS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
i

IS-6 District Calendar

Agenda item was tabled until the January 2014 Board meeting.

No recorded vote.

FISCAL SERVICES
i

FS-4 Budget Adjustment to Heard Elementary

- Motion made by: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Lynn Farmer _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter - Yes: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Yes: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Yes: Mr. Thomas Hudson - Yes: Mr. Le…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
ii

FS-5 Contract Adjustment to Heard Elementary

- Motion made by: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Susan K Sipe _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter - Yes: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Yes: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Yes: Mr. Thomas Hudson - Yes: Mr. L…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
iii

FS-6 Miller Middle Gym Project Construction Company Recommendation

- Motion made by: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Lynn Farmer _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter - Yes: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Yes: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Yes: Mr. Thomas Hudson - Yes: Mr. Le…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
iv

FS-7 Vehicle Purchases for Maintenance

- Motion made by: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Motion seconded by: Mr. Thomas Hudson _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter - Yes: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Yes: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Yes: Mr. Thomas Hudson - Yes: Mr. L…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
SUPPORT SERVICES
i

SS-1 Contract Regarding RFP Excess Workers Compensation

- Motion made by: Mr. Lester M. Miller - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma D. Dillard _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter - Yes: Mr. Jason E. Downey - Yes: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Yes: Mr. Thomas Hudson - Yes:…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
POLICIES AND RULES
i

PR-1 Concussion Management Policy JGFGB

Updates the district’s policy on managing student concussions.

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
PERSONNEL SERVICES
i

Executive Session – Personnel Matters/Future Acquisition of Property/Pending Litigation

Votes to meet privately on matters state law lets boards close — like personnel, lawsuits, property, or safety. No final decisions are made behind closed doors.

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
ii

PS-1 Appointments and Transfers–Certified/Classified Personnel

Approves new hires and job transfers for both teaching and support staff.

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
iii

PS-2 Separations from Employment

Approves a list of employees leaving the district — resignations, retirements, and terminations.

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
iv

PS-3 Recommendation for Math Curriculum Director

Susan Jones, approved for the position of School Improvement Coordinator-Math. - Motion made by: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma D. Dillard _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter - Yes: M…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
v

PS-4 Recommendation for Director of Instructional Technology

Dr. Monica Radcliff, approved for the position of Director of Instructional Technology. - Motion made by: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma D. Dillard _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella S. Carter…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
vi

PS-5 Recommendation for Assistant Principal ½-Time Williams Elementary

Phyllis Renee Theodore, approved for the position of Assistant Principal (50%) at Williams Elementary School. - Motion made by: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Motion seconded by: Mr. Thomas Hudson _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: M…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
vii

PS-6 Recommendation for Vineville Academy Principal

Kristy M. Graham, approved for the position of Elementary School Principal for Vineville Academy. - Motion made by: Mrs. Lynn Farmer - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma D. Dillard _Voting results:_ Unanimously approved - Yes: Dr. Wanda West - Yes: Mrs. Susan K Sipe - Yes: Mrs. Ella…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
New Business
i

NB-1 Dates for Board Meetings in 2014

Accept dates proposed for the Board Meetings; change the date for Thursday, February 20, 2014 to Thursday, February 27, 2014. Board meeting calendar 2014 was approved. The following is a schedule of the regular Board meetings for the Bibb County Board of Education 2014 School Ye…

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes
Old Business
i

Live Broadcast of Board Meetings

Dr. Smith will bring more information back to the Board at the January 2014 meeting date. **Mrs. Sipe:** Tuesday, January 7, 2014, Community forum, 6:00 p.m. @ Central High School **Dr. Smith:** Bibb County Swearing In Ceremony for City Government, December 31, 2013, 11:00 a.m.…

No recorded vote.

XII

Adjourn

Ends the meeting.

8 Yes
Full roll call
Wanda WestYes
Susan K SipeYes
Ella S. CarterYes
Jason E. DowneyYes
Lynn FarmerYes
Thomas HudsonYes
Lester M. MillerYes
Thelma D. DillardYes