Regular School Board Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, March 21, 2006 – 7:00 p.m.
School Board Meeting Room
Stuart, FL 34994
Members Present
Lorie Shekailo-Chair
Laurie Gaylord-Vice-Chair
Dr. David Anderson
Susan Hershey
Nancy Kline
Dr. Sara A. Wilcox, Superintendent
Tom Elfers, School Board Attorney
Kristin Conrad, Student Representative (JBHS)
Members Absent
Staff Present
Hank Salzler, Sean Lewis, Deann Miller, Cathy Brennan, Jeff Carver, Linda King, Debbie Hayner, Victoria Defenthaler, Xenobia Anderson, Gail Olsen, Doug Peterson, Essie Rains, Debbie Henderson, Ginger Featherstone, Nancy Marin, Gail Newman, Larry Green, Pat Schmoyer, Bev Uhl, Jeri Eckler, Lorene Francescani, Delores Calloway, Rae Hollenbeck, John Klatt, Darrell Miller, Darla Miloszewski-Roddy, Deana Newson, Rodger Osborne, Dr. Frank Raffone, Willie Sauls, Rose Taylor
Public
Tony George, Mickey Wich, Dr. Barbara Anderson, Fran Price, Harold Price
Press PBPost –Rachael Simmonson Stuart News – Kelly Tyko
MCEA – No Representation AFSCME – Mark Brody, Lisa Edwards
Call to Order by the Chair and Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States.
1. Adoption of the Agenda:*
A. Additions, Deletions or Amendments to the Agenda
B. Approval of the Agenda
Laurie Gaylord moved approval of the Agenda, Nancy Kline seconded, and the motion carried unanimously
Lorie Shekailo asked if there were any additions, deletion, or amendments to the Agenda.
Dr. Sara A. Wilcox announced that the recognition of retirees was removed from this agenda and was being placed on the next School Board meeting agenda.
Lorie Shekailo requested a motion to approve the agenda as amended.
Nancy Kline moved approval of the Modified Agenda, Laurie Gaylord seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
2. Approval of the Minutes:*
Dr. David Anderson moved approval of the 2/21/06 Regular School Board Meeting minutes, 2/21/06 Cyberbullying Workshop
minutes, 2/21/06 Elementary Prototype Workshop minutes, 3/7/06 Impact Fee Workshop minutes, 3/07/06 5-Year Capital
Outlay Workshop minutes, Sue Hershey seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
3. Recognitions:*
A. Recognition of JBHS Boys’ Soccer Team as 4A State Champions and Josh Delancy as 1A Wrestling State Champion
Dr. Frank Raffone, Executive Director of Instructional Services, introduced the Principal of Jensen Beach High School, Ginger Featherstone. Ginger Featherstone asked Dr. Wilcox to join them and said that the Athletic Director, R. J. Costello, had a special presentation for the Superintendent. He presented Dr. Sara A. Wilcox with the gold medal won by the JBHS Boys’ Soccer Team. Dr. Wilcox attended the game and had cheered everyone on. The assistant boys coach, Charles Rousseau, introduced the players. After recognizing the players, he stated that in the National Coaches Association poll the team was ranked 9th in the nation. Ginger Featherstone asked the parents to stand and thanked them. Lorie Shekailo congratulated the team and wished them all well. Ben Tomes introduced Josh Delancy, a heavy weight wrestling champion, who won an individual state title. He praised Josh’s athletic and personal
3. Recognitions:* (Con’t)
performance. Mr. and Mrs. Delancy were recognized. Lorie Shekailo congratulated Josh. Lorie Shekailo also congratulated Ben Tomes for being Coach of the Year.
B. Martin County Parks & Recreation Russell Holloway Elementary Track and Field Day
Winners-Sea Wind Elementary-Champions and Cheryl Hubbard Sportsmanship Trophy
Winner-Bessey Creek Elementary
C. Recognition of 2006 School-Related Employee of the Year Nominees
Deana Newson, Dr. Sara Wilcox, and Lorie Shekailo presented and recognized the School Related Employees of the Year. Deana announced that the 2006 School-Related Employee of the Year for Martin County was Angela Rausch, an ESE Paraprofessional from J. D. Parker Elementary.
D. Recognition of
Retirees: Mary Alice Stewart-35 years; Lloyd Ebling-32 years; (REMOVED
FROM AGENDA)
E. Recognition of the 2005-2006 District Outstanding Volunteers of the Year
Hank Salzler, Assistant Superintendent, introduced the new Volunteer Liaison, Debbie Hayner. He explained that there is a youth volunteer, an adult volunteer, and a senior volunteer. The volunteers were recognized. Hank Salzler, Dr. Sara A. Wilcox, and Lorie Shekailo presented certificates to each winner.
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4. Presentations:*
A. Update on Planning for Indiantown 2006-2021
Rodger Osborne, Executive Director of Operation Services, introduced J. Lisle Bozeman, MCSD Capital Projects Planning Specialist. J. Lisle presented a PowerPoint presentation. J. Lisle started with a review of the current profile of Indiantown. She reviewed the current population, housing units, number of persons per household, and current student populations. The total number of Indiantown students currently in Martin County School District programs was 1,529. She discussed new development. 6,268 housing units are currently approved or in Development Review, expected to be built within 10 years. The next segment of the presentation was about what we expect. Included were Indiantown Urban Service District growth projections, estimation of development outside the Urban Service boundary, possible housing units in western Martin County under current codes, housing scenarios under current conditions, estimated students from new developments, and student scenarios within a 20 year time frame. J. Lisle reviewed the expected needed schools in Indiantown for the 20 year growth period; 7.4 elementary schools, 2.5 middle schools, and 2.1 high schools. She stated that other anticipated capital needs included a bus maintenance facility, bus shelters, buses, storage and distribution building, and adult education facilities. Sue Hershey asked if this number of schools needed included the current schools or was in addition to the already built schools. J. Lisle answered that the needed number of schools was inclusive of the current schools. She showed a map of the most logical areas for schools to be sited. J Lisle explained that requirements in the Interlocal Agreement constrict the School Board to build schools within the Urban Service boundaries or within secondary areas of the Urban Service boundaries. Nancy Kline asked J. Lisle how she came up with the number of students per household. J. Lisle said she makes the projections in two ways. She depends on the County, their demographer, and their staff. They do their projections based on state census. The numbers are also being drawn from research companies that look at similar communities. Sue Hershey stated that when the workshop on impact fees was done, the feeling was to redo impact fees for the Indiantown sector. Indiantown area has contributed in excess of 30% of our County revenues. They have been paying all along. She felt it wasn’t right to consider a different impact fee for Indiantown, since they have been paying while their student load was down. An additional impact fee would be inappropriate and would be highly unfair. Sue Hershey wanted to go on public record that she had reevaluated her position on impact fees for the Indiantown area and feels that an impact fee for Indiantown is not necessary at this time. She stated that she was excited about what was happening in Indiantown. Dr. Sara A. Wilcox said staff has been in negotiations with Centex on the Gibb parcel. The district has decided to submit a letter of no objection for the Gibb parcel. Centex will be contributing a CMB of $262,000, with the understanding that the district will continue to negotiate sitting down within the next two weeks for the land donations that will be part of the DRI. The Owens parcel will probably be coming forward in the next two weeks. The $262,000 CMB is based on the formula that was Board approved. Sue Hershey stated that this is a philosophy on the Treasure Coast that development should pay its way, and developers have been more than happy to do that. The cost of a student station has far exceeded our impact fees, and that is how the contribution of mutual benefit came about.
5. Open to the Public:*
· Al Hallenquist spoke on behalf of naming the new AA middle school for Bob Timmons, who lost his life serving our country. He shared his belief that a school name should go to an open forum for a vote and include SAC suggestions.
· Peggy Swartz reiterated Al Hallenquist’s request to allow input form students and parents. She felt the School Board should follow the procedure used in the past. She reviewed Martin County School District’s past history of voting to name a school. She felt the Board was leaving out a critical part of the voting process.
· Patrick Doughty asked the Board to take the naming of the school to the community!
5. Open to the Public:* (con’t)
· Tony George spoke on behalf of Dr. David Anderson, his professional past, and his career. He supported naming the new middle school after Dr. Anderson.
· Sandra Graham spoke on behalf of Dr. David Anderson and naming the new middle school after him, since she felt he was a good role model.
· Mary Slavin, a teacher for 17 years in Martin County School District, spoke on rule 8520.02. She felt coaches should be allowed to use professional judgment.
· Dennis Lavelle, SFHS coach, spoke on behalf of Dr. David Anderson. He commented how David was always supportive of SFHS and told how as a parent David had always supported him.
· Kirk Sorenson, TCBA, commented on the upcoming impact fees on the agenda and offered an alternative analysis. He asked that the letter (COPY ATTACHED) he provided be reviewed and asked Dr. Nicholas to review data on this updated recommendation. Kirk wanted to be fair to new homeowners and do what was best for the community.
· David Walker supported naming the new middle school after Dr. David Anderson. He supported that the Board make the decision, since they represent the public.
· Joanne Anderson Blount, his sister, supported naming the school after her brother. In her youth, she leaned on him for decisions and had made her decision to be a teacher because of him. She is now retired, but with his encouragement she is volunteering.
· Cecelia Smith, 25 year School Board employee, speaking as a parent and grandparent, asked the Board to name the school after Dr. David Anderson. She stated he has always been there to help. She stated that Dr. Anderson exemplifies “Character Counts” in Martin County.
· Susan Lenehan, long time Martin County resident, stated Dr. David Anderson has made so many contributions to the community that she feels the school should be named after him.
6. Approve Naming New Middle School AA on Cove Road the Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School:*
Lorie requested that one of the Board members make a motion regarding this agenda item, so that Board members
could have a discussion. She told everyone that Dr. David Anderson would be making a statement.
Lorie stated she would like to lead the discussion.
Sue Hershey moved approval of naming the New Middle School AA on Cove Road the Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School
Lorie Shekailo asked if she had a second to Sue’s motion.
Laurie Gaylord seconded the motion.
Dr. David Anderson stated that by law he had a “conflict of interest,” and he was not allowed to participate in this
vote. He said, “It would be totally unfair.” He said that he was permitted to stay and listen, but he would not do that.
He excused himself from the situation. He stated, “It’s not about me. It’s about this Board. What they want to say,
and what they want to do.” He had filled out a form 8B-Voting Conflict form. (COPY ATTACHED) He passed the
form to the School Board Attorney and left the Board room.
Lorie Shekailo began the discussion. She stated that tonight everyone saw citizens come forth to support naming the
school after Dr. David Anderson, as well as some suggesting that the public should have more input. Lorie had
received e-mails, letters, and phone calls supporting naming the school after Dr. Anderson. She did not want to send
a message that one mistake would erase all the good one has done in their life. She asked Tom Elfers, School Board
Attorney, if the Board was in compliance with our School Board policy and the state statutes regarding voting on this
issue on the agenda tonight. Tom Elfers answered, “We are.” She addressed the suggestion that the school be named
after Bob Timmons. She stated that Bob Timmons was truly a hero. He gave his life for our country. She hoped
sometime in the future that a facility in Martin County would be named in honor of him. She stated that she had been
asked to read several letters into the record. As Chairman, she would do that. She read four letters into the record.
The letters were from Edwin Massey, Jake Miller, Elmira Gainey-Gates, and Chuck Sawicki. (COPIES ATTACHED)
Laurie Gaylord said she had to separate David, the individual from his personal life, his professional life, and his
character. She was asked by her constituents to question the process by which the school is being named. After
speaking with the School Board Attorney, Laurie felt the process they were following was in compliance. Laurie
knows that as a Board member David always speaks from his heart and always tries to do the right thing for the
students, employees, and the school district. Professionally David has served this community for a long time. She
could never attack someone’s character, and she feels everyone makes mistakes. Hopefully we all learn from our
mistakes. She thanked the public for speaking up; because Laurie wanted to make sure she represented the people
with her decision. After hearing the outpouring support, it weighed heavy on her heart. The people coming forward to
support him, far outweighed the number opposing him.
6. Approve Naming New Middle School AA on Cove Road the Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School:* (Con’t)
Nancy Kline stated she was in a unique position, since this school falls in her district. She had no knowledge of this
suggestion coming to the Board at the last meeting. She thought she was the only one that wasn’t aware of it at all.
She listened to all who came forward in support. Nancy has been in the community for 26 years, and said Dr. David
Anderson has had a spectacular reputation supporting this community. He has been a life-long educator. Her
constituents had no concern with David’s character. They had a concern that the process was different with this
school than with other schools. She asked the Superintendent to provide her with a list of how the other schools in
the district were named. She received the list. All cases had been done through a student and parent polling process.
The community was allowed to suggest the names. People had read in the newspaper that the school name would be
going out to vote. She stands firm in supporting her constituents. Nancy wants a more concise policy on naming
schools. She felt our policy was vague. She had asked the School Board Attorney to write a legal opinion on how the
Board was following their own policy. She requested that Tom’s opinion become part of the record. She didn’t want
the public to think this was done in a vacuum, because it wasn’t. Community members had an opportunity to come
here tonight and speak, as well as prior to tonight. She supports David’s career in education. She requested to make
our policy clear. She stated that the Board needed to tighten up the policy.
Sue Hershey stated that Dr. David Anderson is fiercely loyal. He is thoughtful and considerate. She was moved by
the public’s response in naming the school in David’s honor. She considered the School Board Attorney’s opinion
that the Board was in compliance with Board rules and state statutes. She felt the Board policy needs to be reviewed.
She has given the Superintendent a copy of the policy used in one of the other districts in the state. This situation
should not be repeated. The process needs to be clarified. She stated that community input is extremely important
to the Board. The decision has to rest with the Board. Sue asked the question be called.
Nancy Kline stated topics, such as the person should be deceased, male, female, educator, should be part of our
policy, so that it is perfectly clear.
Lorie Shekailo asked, “All in favor.”
All Board members said I
Lorie Shekailo asked, “Any opposed.”
Sue Hershey said the motion was to call the question. She said, “I think you still have to do the vote.”
Lorie said she thought there was a motion and a second on the table. Tom Elfers stated, “We have a motion on the
table.” Sue stated that we had called the question, so now we can vote. Lorie Shekailo repeated, All in favor of the motion
to name the new middle school on Cove Road the Dr. David L. Anderson Middle School, All in favor, All Board members responded I,
Lorie Shekailo asked any opposed, the motion carried unanimously.
Sue Hershey asked someone to get Dr. David Anderson. David entered the Board room as everyone clapped.
Lorie Shekailo called for a five minute break.
Dr. David Anderson thanked the Board for the honor bestowed on him. He stated that it was one of hard work,
sacrifices, and at times many moments of bewilderment. He stated, “Yet when he considered the Board, the
Superintendent, administrators, and everybody he had to work with, his job has been a very enjoyable one. You don’t
do things for 27 years unless you enjoy it. He stated that he would hate to have been in the position the Board was
in. He reflected on his career. He felt everyone would be surprised to learn that his first job with the School District
was a janitor at night at Port Salerno Elementary school, while he was going to community college.
7. Approve Updated Impact Fee Schedule & Approve Transmittal Letter to Martin
County Board of County Commissioners (COPY ATTACHED)
J. Lisle, MCSD Capital Projects Planning Specialist, informed the Board this agenda item was to vote to adopt a new impact fee schedule. The School Board is required under County Ordinance 641 to review the school impact fee schedule at least once every two years. The last update was in 2003. Originally the district adopted a school impact fee in 1995 and this stayed until the last update of 2003. Dr. Nicholas did the 1995 original impact fee study and the 2003 update. She stated that Dr. James Nicholas is a recognized state and national authority on impact fees. He was one of the first in the nation to become involved in impact fees and has helped set the parameters. He has defended these in court for about twenty years. He recently was an advisor to the state’s impact fee task force. He is on the faculty at the University of Florida. Dr. Nicholas addressed the Board on the question of taxable value. It is an issue of equity. When someone is charged an impact fee, it is to recoup the cost of providing service. Taxes are imposed to provide that same service, the Capital Improvement Tax. The principal is that no one should pay more than their pro rata share. That means when we add up their impact fees and their taxes, specifically the Capital Improvement Tax, which is what he has figured in his report. He explained the computation in his report. He addressed Kirk Sorenson’s letter. He stated that the law in Florida is that one may not be overcharged, but one may be undercharged. He reviewed what counties had raised fees and told by how much they raised them. Since the passing of HB 360, there has been a great deal of interest in impact fees because of the mandatory concurrency provisions. Failure to have school capacity means the developments may not proceed. This has totally changed the picture on impact fees in Florida. There have been tremendous increases in impact fees. He stated that the coast is filled and growth will be north and in. Dr. Wilcox had told Dr. Nicholas that she wanted correct data used, and Dr. Nicholas used accurate costs. Dr Nicholas said he has never seen such accurate cost data used in the study. He praised Dr.Sara Wilcox and the district. He used the best of his ability to bring this impact fee, in accordance with the laws of Florida, case and
7. Approve Updated Impact Fee Schedule & Approve Transmittal Letter to Martin
County Board of County Commissioners (Con’t)
statutory law, and best professional practice. He recommends these impact fees to the Board, and he will recommend them to the Board of County Commissioners. These set of impact fees does not exceed a reasonable pro rata share of the costs of schools capital construction attributed to new development. Dr. Wilcox thanked J.Lisle Bozeman for all her hard work making sure accurate data went into the study. She thanked Dr. Nicholas for all his hard work. Dr. Wilcox wanted to make sure that the public had the opportunity to give their input. Sue Hershey asked if any of the other counties had sales tax to provide additional funding. Dr. Nicholas named the counties that had additional sales taxes. Sue asked Dr. Nicholas to address Mr. Sorenson’s letter, and he answered her. Dr Nicholas stated that accurate numbers need to be used because it affects the resultant number. Laurie Gaylord thanked J.Lisle for personally going over information with her, so she could be prepared for tonight. Nancy thanked J.Lisle and Dr. Nicholas. Nancy Kline hoped that the state would provide more funding. Sue Hershey wanted to highlight that part of our 2 mils also goes to fund class size reduction, besides the capital needs. Dr. Nicholas reflected back that the gross receipt taxes on utilities was supposed to pay all costs for building schools, now impact fees are needed to supplement.
Sue Hershey moved approval of the Transmittal Letter to Martin County Board of County Commissioners, Nancy Kline seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
8. Removal of Items from the Consent Agenda:* None
9. Approve Consent Agenda:*
Sue Hershey moved approval of the Consent Agenda, Nancy Kline seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
10. CONSENT AGENDA
A. 05/06 FY Attendance Zones:* None
B. Requests:*
1. Use of Facilities:* (COPY ATTACHED)
2. Field Trips / Use of Buses / Vehicles:* (COPY ATTACHED)
C. New Agreements:*
1. Approve Articulation Agreement between Indian River Community
College and the Martin County School District for First Responder Program
D. Renewal Agreements:*
1. Approve Collaboration Agreement for the Funding Year of July 1, 2006 to June 30, 2007 between Big Brothers Big Sisters of Martin County and the School Board of Martin County, Florida (COPY ATTACHED)
E. New Grants:*
1. Approve Hazard Mitigation Grant Program for $417,912.00 (COPY ATTACHED)
F. Renewal Grants:* None
G. Disposal of Surplus Equipment:* (COPY ATTACHED)
H. Approve Head Start Policy Council Meeting Minutes for January 30, 2006 and February 27, 2006 (COPY ATTACHED)
I. Personnel Items:*
1. Schedule of Personnel Recommendations (COPY ATTACHED)
2. Leaves Authorized by the Superintendent
a. Professional Leave, Travel, and Per Diem (COPY ATTACHED)
b. Professional Leave Only (COPY ATTACHED)
11. Items Removed from the Agenda:*
Dr. Sara A. Wilcox announced that the recognition of retirees was removed from this agenda and was being placed on the next School Board meeting agenda.
12. Construction:*
Nancy Kline moved approval of Item 12, Dr. David Anderson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
A. Approve Ranking and Contract for Engineering Professional Services (COPY ATTACHED)
B. Approve Final Payment for TM Construction Specialist Contractor for Potting
Shed at Indiantown Middle School (COPY ATTACHED)
C. Approve Request to Reduce Retainage to 1% for Specified Listed
Subcontractors for J.D. Parker School of Science, Math, and Technology
(COPY ATTACHED)
12. Construction:* (Con’t)
D. Approve Easement for FPL to Provide Power for Pineapple Park Concession
Stand (COPY ATTACHED)
E. Approve Utility Easement for Hillman Drive to Provide Irrigation Quality Water from Martin County Sewage Treatment Plant to Jensen Beach Blvd. (COPY ATTACHED)
F Approve Final Payment for Morrell Architectural Systems, Inc. for Hurricane Roof Repairs at the Community Adult Learning Center (COPY ATTACHED)
G. Approve Amended Contract for Song & Associates to Provide Bidding and
Construction Phase Professional Services for Warfield Cafetorium (COPY ATTACHED)
13. Finance:*
Dr. David Anderson moved approval of Item 13, Nancy Kline seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
A. Approve Purchase Orders / Contracts (COPY ATTACHED)
B. Approve Monthly Financial Statements-February 2006 (COPY ATTACHED)
C. Approve Private Purpose Trust Fund Budget Amendment 06-8501 (COPY ATTACHED)
D. Approve General Fund Budget Amendment 06-107 (COPY ATTACHED)
E. Approve Capital Fund Budget Amendment 06-307 (COPY ATTACHED)
F. Approve Debt Service Fund Budget Amendment 06-202 (COPY ATTACHED)
G. Approve Food Service Fund Budget Amendment 06-4106 (COPY ATTACHED)
H Approve Special Revenue Fund Budget Amendment 06-4207 (COPY ATTACHED)
I. Approve Miscellaneous Special Revenue Fund Budget Amendment 06-4902
(COPY ATTACHED)
J. Approve Changes to the Five Year Capital Plan (COPY ATTACHED)
14. Bid Recommendations:*
Sue Hershey moved approval of Item 14, Laurie Gaylord seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
A. Approval to Piggyback Bid
1. FL State Contract # 618-001-04-1 for Office Supplies and Equipment
(COPY ATTACHED)
B. Approval to Renew Piggyback Bids
1. FL State Contract #420-420-02-1 Term Contract for Educational/Institutional Furniture (COPY ATTACHED)
2. U.S. Communities Contract #41902 for Electrical Products (COPY ATTACHED)
3. Brevard County School’s Bid # 05-019/BM for Bleacher and Backstop Repair and Motorization Contractors Maintenance (COPY ATTACHED)
C. Approval to Revise Expenditure Estimate on Piggyback Bid
1. U.S. Communities Telecommunications Supplies Master Agreement
# 42374 (COPY ATTACHED)
D. Approval to Renew Bid
1. MCSB Bid # 1001-0-2002/JK for Discounts on Various Categories of
Classroom, Auditorium, Office and Media Furniture and Equipment
(COPY ATTACHED)
15. Insurance:*
Linda King, Risk Manager, introduced the Insurance Committee. Linda said they do an awesome job. She has been complimented by the public and other districts about how well the committee functions. Lorie Shekailo thanked Linda King and Julie Sessa. Sue Hershey mentioned the balancing of disability benefits. Linda stated they thought this was important to bring forward this year. This benefit gives a little more choice, and it is employee funded.
Sue Hershey moved approval of Item 15, Dr. David Anderson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously
A. Approval of Eagles Benefits by Design, Inc. as Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Administrator with Debit Card Test Program (COPY ATTACHED)
B. Renewal of Voluntary Short & Long Term Disability Benefit Options (COPY ATTACHED)
C. Renewal of Core /Benefits 2006-07 (COPY ATTACHED)
16. Approve PSE Dress Code for the 2006-2007 School Year:* (COPY ATTACHED)
Hank Salzler, Assistant Superintendent, explained the procedure and School Board policy on uniforms. He stated that
PSE passed a vote by their parents, and he introduced Tracey Miller, Principal of PSE, and Larry Green, Assistant
Principal to PSE, to explain their new dress code. Tracey said they were sure to get input from everyone. Larry
thanked Mr. Salzler for holding his hand, so that he didn’t make any mistakes through the process. He thanked Vicki
Davis, Supervisor of Elections, for helping out with the ballot boxes. Larry explained the process used. Beall’s will be
the supplier for the uniforms, with the embroidery on the shirts. Bealls will give the schools a 5% rebate on whatever
they sell in the months of July and August. These funds will be placed in the internal accounts to provide vouchers for
parents who can not afford to buy uniforms. Parents did not want a limited number of colors, so a variety of colors
was approved. Sue Hershey asked how many schools have uniforms. Hank Salzer replied that 4 or 5 schools have
uniforms.
Sue Hershey moved approval of Item 16, Nancy Kline seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
17. Accept Auditor General’s Report for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2005:* (COPY ATTACHED)
Lorie Shekailo sat in the exit interview. She was disappointed with two things the auditors cited. She could not understand why they had a finding on fingerprinting before the policy was in effect. The compliance date was July 1, 2009. The auditor’s response said they were told from above to look at this item. Lorie stated that the audit should be above politics. She felt this was an inaccurate finding. The other problem was the performance pay. The contract states that state law will supersede the contract. The schools were in compliance with the state law. As a CPA, she disagrees with these findings. She congratulated our finance department, since there were no financial issues at all.
Dr. Sara A. Wilcox said, “ditto.” Dr. Wilcox congratulated the Finance Department. She said it was a stellar audit, just stellar, with no financial findings. They did a wonderful job. She thanked Cathy Brennan for getting a clarification from the newspaper on the inaccurate article printed.
Sue Hershey moved approval of Item 17, Dr. David Anderson seconded, and the motion carried unanimously
18. Rule Revisions:*
A. First Review and Approve Advertising per APA on School Board Policy 3142.01 and 5517.01 Discrimination Complaint Procedure (COPY ATTACHED)
Sue Hershey moved approval of Item 18-A, Nancy Kline seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
B. First Review and Approve Advertising per APA on School Board Policy 8520
Wellness; 8520.01 Specific Goals for Nutrition; 8520.02 Specific Goals for Physical Activity; 8520.03 Specific Goals for Other School-Based Activities Designed to Promote Student Wellness; and 8520.04 Nutrition Guidelines for All Foods Available on Campus During the School Day (COPY ATTACHED)
Sue Hershey requested that the coaches have input on this policy for the next meeting.
Dr. David Anderson moved approval of Item 18-B, Nancy Kline seconded, and the motion carried unanimously.
19. Open to the Board:*
Kristin Conrad
Updated high school events and programs. MCHS Symphonic Band received straight superiors, and
the Concert Band received excellent at the Band Master’s Association District 13 High School Performance Assessment. JBHS Concert Chorus earned straight superiors at the District Performance Assessment. This accomplishment means that all three choirs are eligible to compete at state assessment. Students will travel to Atlanta to compete in the Heritage Festival National Choir Competition. The SPAM robotics team from all three Martin County high schools won first place in the Florida Regional FIRST Robotics competition. The students also won first place in the animation and sportsmanship award. The students will continue on to Columbia, SC., for the regionals next week and then the international finals in Atlanta, Ga. She congratulated individual students on their award.
Nancy Kline
Reported that she was working with Nancy Turrell on the Arts Council. The Elementary Art
teachers will be invited to participate in a cultural show hanging both the teacher’s and student’s work. Nancy said she was a former MCSD Art teacher, and she will hang one of her pieces. She has been in touch with Gayle Harrell on funding through the state level for the Arts Council. She attended the School Related Employee of the Year awards at Monarch County Club. She stated that we could not do without the support personnel. The Education Foundation has welcomed new members and is making progress. She attended Master Board training with the rest of the Board members. She will be attending Music In Our Schools and the Workforce Readiness Program.
Laurie Gaylord
Passed, as she was too tired. She stated that she also would be attending Music In Our Schools.
Sue Hershey
Stated that Lorie Shekailo and she were leaving for Tallahassee to promote their interests and see what they can do for the Treasure Coast. Sue told Darrell and Deann Miller, who are relocating, that it was a sad loss. The two will be missed. She stated that growth management is definitely the way the world is turning, and we must turn with it.
Dr. David Anderson
Passed.
Lorie Shekailo
Stated she will be going to Tallahassee tomorrow at 6:30 a.m., but she will make it back for Music In
Our Schools. She congratulated SPAM on their accomplishments. She had the pleasure of going to the Music Performance Assessment, and said they were fabulous. She watched the choral groups perform, and they were fantastic. She watched the concretables being delivered at Perkins in Indiantown. She stated it was fascinating. She told Darrell and Deann they will really be missed.
19. Open to the Board:* (Con’t)
Dr. Sara A. Wilcox
Thanked Deann Miller for what she had done to the records department. Dr. Wilcox said it has been phenomenal. She stated that what Deann has done in transforming the records department has been remarkable. Deann will do training for MCSD staff before she leaves. Dr. Wilcox said that everyone will really miss her. She emphasized how much the district appreciated Deann and wished her the best.
There being no further business to bring before the Board, Lorie Shekailo adjourned the meeting at 10:10 p.m.
The Board room was cleared, so Board members could hold the expulsion hearing.
20. Student Expulsion:*
A. ST05/06:083
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CHAIR (Lorie Shekailo)
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SECRETARY (Sara A. Wilcox, Ph.D.)