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Committee Meeting

March 21, 2024

A smaller group of board members that reviews items — like finance or policy — before the full board votes.

Agenda items
46
With votes
17
Contested
1

Attendance

No recorded vote.

Voting Members

From the minutes- Mr. James Freeman, President - Dr. Sundra Woodford, Vice President - Mr. Daryl Morton, Treasurer - Dr. Juawn Jackson, Board Member - Ms. Myrtice Johnson, Board Member - Mrs. Kristin Hanlon, Board Member - Dr. Thelma Dillard, Board Member

No recorded vote.

Call to Order

Approves the meeting’s agenda — the list of items the board will take up.

Official wordingApprove Agenda

From the minutesThe agenda was approved. Motion made by: Dr. Juawn Jackson Motion seconded by: Mrs. Kristin Hanlon Voting: Unanimously Approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes
INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES COMMITTEE
Presentation

Schools with Designations

Official wordingIS-1 Schools with Designations (PRESENTATION)

A presentation to the board. No vote is taken.

FISCAL/SUPPORT SERVICES COMMITTEE
Presentation

Audit Review

Official wordingFSS-1 Audit Review (PRESENTATION)

A presentation to the board. No vote is taken.

Presentation

Monthly Financial Update

Official wordingFSS-2 Monthly Financial Update (PRESENTATION)

A presentation to the board. No vote is taken.

Formally closes out the Heritage Elementary School construction project.

Official wordingFSS-3 Resolution Requesting Final Certification - Heritage Elementary School (ACTION)

From the minutesThe Board of Education adopted the presented resolution to approve the final Certification of the Board of Education to close out the Heritage Elementary School project. - Motion made by: Dr. Juawn Jackson - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma Dillard Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

Formally closes out the Ingram-Pye Elementary School construction project.

Official wordingFSS-4 Resolution Requesting Final Certification - Ingram-Pye Elementary School (ACTION)

From the minutesThe Board of Education adopted the presented resolution to approve the final Certification of the Board of Education to close out the Ingram-Pye Elementary School project. - Motion made by: Ms. Myrtice Johnson - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Kristin Hanlon Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

Renames the former Appling Middle School site the Harry Thompson Sports Complex.

Official wordingFSS-5 Renaming of Former Appling Middle School Site (ACTION)

From the minutesThe Bibb County Board of Education authorized the renaming of the former Appling Middle School site, the Harry Thompson Sports Complex. - Motion made by: Ms. Myrtice Johnson - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma Dillard Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

Approves up to $215,943 for ClearTouch panels and technology at the new Springdale Elementary.

Official wordingFSS-6 New Springdale Elementary School Technology Equipment (ACTION)

From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the issuance of a purchase order to Solutionz, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $215,943.00 to provide ClearTouch panels and equipment for the new Springdale Elementary School. - Motion made by: Dr. Sundra Woodford - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Kristin Hanlon Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

Approves up to $293,028 for two new playgrounds at the new Springdale Elementary.

Official wordingFSS-7 New Springdale Elementary School Playground Equipment (ACTION)

From the minutesThe Board of Education approved the issuance of a purchase order to Miracle Recreation Equipment Co. in an amount not to exceed $293,027.74 to provide construction of two (2) new playground systems for Springdale Elementary School. - Motion made by: Dr. Thelma Dillard - Motion seconded by: Mr. James Freeman Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

Declares 60 old district vehicles surplus property so they can be sold.

Official wordingFSS-8 Vehicle Surplus (ACTION)

From the minutesThe Bibb County Board of Education approved the surplus and sale of sixty (60) vehicles per Board Policy DO and further authorized the President of the Board of Education and the Superintendent to sign a resolution to surplus these vehicles in order for these vehicles to be sold or disposed of in accordance with Board policy and regulation. - Motion made by: Dr. Juawn Jackson - Motion seconded by: Ms. Myrtice Johnson Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes
POLICIES AND RULES COMMITTEE
Second reading

Updates the district’s policy on hiring administrative consultants.

Official wordingPR-1 Policy CJ, Administrative Consultants (ACTION - Second Reading)

From the minutesA motion was made for the Bibb County Board of Education to approve the revision of Policy CJ, Administrative Consultants. - Motion made by: Dr. Sundra Woodford - Motion seconded by: Dr. Juawn Jackson Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

This policy at other meetingsFirst reading · January 18, 2024 →  ·  Second reading · February 15, 2024 →  ·  Second reading · March 21, 2024 →

Second reading

Updates the district’s policy on awards, recognition, and certificates.

Official wordingPR-2 Policy BBH, Awards, Recognition, and Certificates (ACTION - Second Reading)

From the minutesA motion was made for the Bibb County Board of Education to approve Policy BBH, Awards, Recognitions, and Certificates. - Motion made by: Dr. Juawn Jackson - Motion seconded by: Ms. Myrtice Johnson Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

This policy at other meetingsFirst reading · February 15, 2024 →  ·  Second reading · March 21, 2024 →

Second reading

Updates the district’s policy on naming facilities.

Official wordingPR-3 Policy FDC, Naming Facilities (ACTION - Second Reading)

From the minutesA motion was made for the Bibb County Board of Education to approve the revision of Policy FDC, Naming Facilities. - Motion made by: Dr. Juawn Jackson - Motion seconded by: Dr. Sundra Woodford Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

This policy at other meetingsFirst reading · February 15, 2024 →  ·  Second reading · March 21, 2024 →

Second reading

Updates the district’s policy on names on building plaques.

Official wordingPR-4 Policy FHCA, Names on Building Plaques (ACTION - Second Reading)

From the minutesA motion was made for the Bibb County Board of Education to approve the revision of Policy FHCA, Names on Building Plaques. - Motion made by: Dr. Sundra Woodford - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Kristin Hanlon Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

This policy at other meetingsFirst reading · February 15, 2024 →  ·  Second reading · March 21, 2024 →

First reading

Proposes revising the policy-development policy to explain how policies are reviewed and adopted.

Official wordingPR-5 Policy BD, Policy Development (INFORMATION - First Reading)

First reading: the proposed change is put before the board and the public. The board votes on it at a later meeting, at its second reading.

This policy at other meetingsSecond reading · April 18, 2024 →

First reading

Proposes revising the employee dress-code policy for consistency and current requirements.

Official wordingPR-6 Policy GBRL, Employee Dress Code (INFORMATION - First Reading)

First reading: the proposed change is put before the board and the public. The board votes on it at a later meeting, at its second reading.

This policy at other meetingsSecond reading · April 18, 2024 →

PERSONNEL SERVICES COMMITTEE

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.

Official wordingExecutive Session – Personnel Matters/Future Acquisition of Property/Pending Litigation/School Safety/Cyber Security

From the minutesThe Board voted to enter into Executive Session at 5:07 p.m. Motion made by: Dr. Sundra Woodford Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma Dillard Voting: Unanimously Approved The Board voted to return from Executive Session at 6:32 p.m. Motion made by: Ms. Myrtice Johnson Motion seconded by: Dr. Sundra Woodford Voting: Unanimously Approved The Chair of this Committee entertained a motion to amend the agenda to add PS-6.1. Mot…
Read the full entryThe Board voted to enter into Executive Session at 5:07 p.m. Motion made by: Dr. Sundra Woodford Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma Dillard Voting: Unanimously Approved The Board voted to return from Executive Session at 6:32 p.m. Motion made by: Ms. Myrtice Johnson Motion seconded by: Dr. Sundra Woodford Voting: Unanimously Approved The Chair of this Committee entertained a motion to amend the agenda to add PS-6.1. Motion made by: Dr. Thelma Dillard Motion seconded by: Ms. Myrtice Johnson Voting: Unanimously Approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

Approves the latest personnel moves for certified staff — teachers and other licensed employees (hires, transfers, and departures).

Official wordingPS-1 Certified Personnel Report (ACTION)

From the minutesA motion was entertained to approve PS-1. - Motion made by: Dr. Thelma Dillard - Motion seconded by: Dr. Sundra Woodford Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

Approves the latest personnel moves for classified staff — non-teaching employees like aides, bus drivers, and custodians (hires, transfers, and departures).

Official wordingPS-2 Classified Personnel Report (ACTION)

From the minutesA motion was entertained to approve PS-2. - Motion made by: Dr. Thelma Dillard - Motion seconded by: Mrs. Kristin Hanlon Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes
District documentsPS2 BR 3.21.2024 ↗
For information

Approves the latest personnel moves for classified staff — non-teaching employees like aides, bus drivers, and custodians (hires, transfers, and departures).

Official wordingPS-3 Classified Personnel Report (INFORMATION)

Shared with the board for information. No vote is taken.

District documentsPS3 BR 3.21.2024 ↗

Approves personnel actions recommended by the district’s central office.

Official wordingPS-6 Central Office Recommendations (ACTION)

From the minutesA motion was entertained to approve PS-6. - Motion made by: Dr. Sundra Woodford - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma Dillard Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes

Creates a new Associate Superintendent of Schools position.

Official wordingPS-6.1 Organizational Chart Recommendation - Creation of a New Position - Associate Superintendent of Schools

From the minutesA motion was entertained to approve PS-6.1. This item passed with a 5/2 vote and was placed under New Business on the Board meeting agenda. - Motion made by: Ms. Myrtice Johnson - Motion seconded by: Dr. Thelma Dillard
5 Yes2 No
Voted No
Daryl Morton (At-Large · Post 7), Kristin Hanlon (District 3)
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonNo
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonNo
Thelma DillardYes
FOR INFORMATION

2016 and 2021 Capital Improvement Programs

Official wordingFI-1 2016 and 2021 Capital Improvement Programs

No recorded vote.

ESPLOST 2016 Reports

No recorded vote.

ESPLOST 2021 Reports

No recorded vote.

Bonds of 2020 Report

No recorded vote.

Debt Services Reports

No recorded vote.

Fl-2 Investments and Investment Income Report

No recorded vote.

Presents the district's new name, image, and likeness guidelines for student athletes.

Official wordingFI-3 Name, Image, and Likeness Guidelines (NIL)

No recorded vote.

Proposal to approve an agreement letting the county sheriff deputize district campus police officers.

Official wordingFI-4 Deputizing Campus Police Officers (ACTION)

No recorded vote.

Reports an amended Cenergistic contract that lowers the district's annual energy-savings costs.

Official wordingFI-5 Energy Savings Contract Addendum #2 - Cenergistics

No recorded vote.

Field Trips

Official wordingFI-6 Field Trips

No recorded vote.

March 24-27, 2024 Rutland High School, AP Students College Board Conference New York, NY

No recorded vote.

April 25-28, 2024 - Rutland High School, MCJROTC - Boswell, PA

No recorded vote.

April 27-May 1, 2024 - Central High School, Howard High School, & Rutland High School, DECA – Anaheim, CA

No recorded vote.

May 9-10, 2024 - Southwest High School, Senior Class - Universal Studios, FL

No recorded vote.

May 15-17, 2024 - Bruce Elementary School, 4th & 5th Grades - Washington, D.C.

No recorded vote.

Ends the meeting.

Official wordingAdjourn

From the minutesThe meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m. - Motion made by: Dr. Thelma Dillard - Motion seconded by: Dr. Sundra Woodford Voting results: Unanimously approved
7 Yes
Full roll call
James FreemanYes
Sundra WoodfordYes
Daryl MortonYes
Juawn JacksonYes
Myrtice JohnsonYes
Kristin HanlonYes
Thelma DillardYes