Lafayette Parish School Board – Regular Board Meeting - REVISED (Wednesday, July 22, 2020).  Meeting called to order at 5:30 PM.

Members present

Tommy Angelle, Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

Members absent

Justin Centanni

1. MEETING OPENINGS

Procedural: 1.1 Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America

Procedural: 1.2 Moment of Silence

Procedural: 1.3 Opening Comments - Superintendent

State Finalists Louisiana Teacher of the Year

The Louisiana Department of Education recently announced the 2021 Teacher and Principal of the Year finalists. We are thrilled to have one of our own educators, Ms. Pamela Sorenson recognized as a 2021 teacher of the year finalist.  Ms. Sorrenson is an English teacher at Carencro High School and will be honored at the 14th Annual Cecil. J. Picard Educator Excellence Symposium and Celebration.  Congratulations to Ms. Sorrenson and to Carencro High School.  

Introduction of Learn Lafayette Return to School Plan

After numerous thoughtful discussions and advice from state and health officials, the Lafayette Parish School System shared its proposed plan for reopening schools. The plan titled Learn Lafayette provides an overview as to what school could look like for students, families and staff.  

The plan addresses different teaching and learning models.  

1. Traditional Learning  - All students return to school for face-to-face instruction, observing new safety protocols

2. Virtual Learning - 100% online learning

3. Blended or Hybrid Learning - A combination of both in-person classes and online classes, in an effort to adhere to social distance requirements

Regardless of the learning model, we are dedicated to educating children.  

Link & Learn Provides Low-Cost Internet

So that students can be successful in the upcoming school year, it is important that families prepare for different learning scenarios that may include online or virtual learning.  In order to prepare for these scenarios, community partners have come together and started the Link & Learn initiative by offering reduced-price internet service. We want to thank our partners in Education - Love Our Schools and One Acadiana - for their support in helping families get a head start in preparing for the upcoming school year, by promoting low-cost, open, wireless internet service for qualifying families starting at approximately $10 a month. These Link & Learn partners want to make sure our families are prepared for any scenarios and want internet connectivity to be on the top of every families’ school supply list. 

2020 High School Graduation

A couple of weeks ago, we were finally able to honor the Class of 2020. Through the hard work of district and school staff and through the generosity of UL Lafayette President Joseph Savoie, we were able to host in-person graduation ceremonies at UL Cajun Field.  Although quite warm, the graduation ceremonies were a wonderful experience and I am so proud that we could celebrate our students and give a formal closure to their school experience with the Lafayette Parish School System. I want to congratulate each and every graduate and wish them the best of luck in their future endeavors. 

2. LITIGATION

Action: 2.1 Discussion and/or action concerning pending litigation in the matter of Amy Thibodeaux v Byron Andrus and Lafayette Parish School Board; Docket No. 20175637; Division I; 15th Judicial District Court; Lafayette Parish.

That the Board enter into executive session to discuss pending litigation in the matter of Amy Thibodeaux v Byron Andrus and Lafayette Parish School Board; Docket No. 20175637; Division I; 15th Judicial District Court; Lafayette Parish.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

Absent: Justin Centanni

That the Board return to Regular Session.

Motion by Mary Morrison, second by Tommy Angelle.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

Absent: Justin Centanni

That the Board accepts the recommendation of counsel in the matter of Amy Thibodeaux v Byron Andrus and Lafayette Parish School Board; Docket No. 20175637; Division I; 15th Judicial District Court; Lafayette Parish.

Motion by Mary Morrison, second by Tommy Angelle.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Elroy Broussard, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

Absent: Justin Centanni, Tehmi Chassion

3. INFORMATION ITEMS

Information: 3.1 FINANCE: List of Bids Approved to be Advertised by the Superintendent-Guidry/Bordelon

As per Administrative Guidelines for Board Meetings effective January 12, 2017, Mrs. Trosclair approved advertisement of the following bids during the time frame of June 11 - July 17, 2020:  Bid# 20-21 Purchase and Removal of Surplus Portable Buildings; Bid# 21-21 Homeless Department - School Supply Kits; Bid# 22-21 Bathroom Paper & Dispensers; Bid# 23-21 Edgar Martin Wing Addition.

Information: 3.2 EMPLOYEE SERVICES: Personnel Changes-July 22, 2020-Gardner/J. Mouton/Hollier

New Employee

Employee Transfers

Exiting Employee

Other Action

Information: 3.3 ADMINISTRATION: Presentation of 2020-2021 Learn Lafayette School Reopening Plan

Staff presented the Board with an update on information regarding the 2020-2021 Learn Lafayette School Reopening Plan as follows:

Basic framework relative to possible teaching and learning models for the upcoming school year;

ADMINISTRATION: Jennifer Gardner, Chief Administrative Officer - General instructions provided to deliver a Consistent message to all school campuses regarding safety expectations and protocols, exchange of classes, seating in the classroom, static groups.

PLANNING & FACILITIES: Kyle Bordelon, Director – Priority is cleaning and disinfecting the school campuses and purchases needed supplies and equipment.  Instructions on deep cleaning facilities was distributed for custodial staff to follow.  Information and additional training scheduled for custodial staff. 

TRANSPORTATION: Jonathan Watson, Supervisor - Bus capacity, bus routes, safety procedures and requirements for staff and students.  Established transportations safety procedures, social distancing, mask requirements, and seating charts. 

ACADEMICS: Mark Rabalais, Chief Academic Officer – Presentation of various Learning Models, Student Expectations, Programing and Delivery, Phase Dependent Learning Model,

Virtual Learning, Phases and Initial Opening, LPSS Academic Options.

4. CONSENT AGENDA

Action: 4.1 BOARD: Discussion and/or action concerning proposed revisions to Policy File BBC- School Board Committees - Centanni

That the Board approve the proposed changes to policy file BBC- School Board Committees.

Motion by Tehmi Chassion, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.2 BOARD: Discussion and/or action concerning Resolution 07-20-1986 HEROES Act-Aguillard

Resolution: That the Board approves Resolution 07-20-1986 HEROES Act as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

RESOLUTION 07-20-1986

WHEREAS, in December 2019, a novel coronavirus known as SARS-CoV-2 was first detected, causing outbreaks of the coronavirus disease COVID-19 that has now spread globally; and prompting the President of the United States to declare a national emergency on March 13, 2020 under authority vested in him by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America; and

WHEREAS, our nation’s future well-being relies on a high-quality public education system that prepares all students for college, careers, democracy, and lifelong learning; and

WHEREAS, our nation’s school systems, colleges and universities must be adequately funded and supported in order to prevent prolonged learning disruptions which threaten the future and well-being of our communities and the economy; and

WHEREAS, COVID-19 has brought to light the stark realities of a digital divide called the homework gap—the inability to do schoolwork at home due to lack of internet access- which affects up to 12 million students, a disproportionate amount who are black, brown, live in rural areas, or come from low-income families; and

WHEREAS, the COVID-19 crisis has increased the need for emotional and mental support services in schools; and

WHEREAS, the 2020-2021 school year will be history making in that the impacts of COVID-19 will be comprehensive and affect all aspects of our students’ lives, from food and housing security to access to healthcare and educational technology and beyond, evidencing it is more important now than ever that a child’s chances for success must not depend on whether they have internet access at home and have access to a personal learning device; and

WHEREAS, the safety and well-being of students and educators when they return to school cannot be compromised; and

WHEREAS, our country and public schools are facing serious financial challenges due to the COVID-19 crisis;

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Lafayette Parish School Board joins the National Education Association, Louisiana Association of Educators, and Lafayette Parish Association of Educators in their support for the passage of the HEROES Act, which provides $200 billion to fill state and local budget gaps, including PPE and narrowing the digital divide, relief for student loan borrowers including educators, and more funding for schools allocated by formula based on poverty;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that Lafayette Parish School Board calls on the governor, state legislature, and state education boards and administrators to support the passage of the HEROES Act so that all students receive the opportunities and supports that they deserve.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this Resolution shall be transmitted to our Governor, and to all members of the United States House of Representatives and Senate representing the families in our District.

ADOPTED by the Lafayette Parish School Board, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana, at the regular open public meeting thereof, held this 22nd day of July 2020.

CERTIFICATE

This resolution, having been submitted to a vote, the vote thereon was as follows:

YEAS:  Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison,

Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

            NAYS: Tommy Angelle

            ABSENT: Justin Centanni

And the resolution was declared adopted on this 22^nd day of July, 2020.

       /s/ Irma Trosclair                                        /s/ Britt Latiolais                                                      

               Secretary                                                   President 

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action: 4.3 BOARD: Discussion and/or action concerning the 2020-2021 Learn Lafayette School Reopening Plan-Aguillard/Mason

That the Board delay the start of school to after Labor Day and to reconvene before Labor Day with a Special Board meeting to make further decisions.

Motion by Tehmi Chassion, second by Elroy Broussard.

Substitute Motion: That the Board stick with August 17th start date.

Motion by Hannah Mason, second by Kate Labue.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Kate Labue

No: Elroy Broussard, Britt Latiolais, Donald Aguillard

Abstain: Tehmi Chassion

Absent: Justin Centanni

Discussion was held on the substitute motion.  Board Member Hannah Mason requested that her questions addressed to Dr. Tina Stefanski (Regional Medical Director, Office of Public Health) and answers be recorded for the minutes:

Hannah Mason:  How has the virus been contained or avoided in the daycares, in summer day camps; have there been clusters or outbreaks stemming from those; or have you found that the safety precautions that are in place has do we have clusters and outbreaks from the local daycares and summer camps?

Dr. Tina Stefanski:  I can just kind of answer generally.  We have not seen up to this point, any large outbreaks at daycare centers or childcare centers.  I can tell you that we have been very aggressive with those centers. If there is a case in a classroom in the daycare center, because of the nature of their close contact with very young children, typically the entire class is to go home and quarantine for 14 days.  It has been aggressive intervention in order to prevent spread in the child care centers.  They are in a little bit of a different situation.  So, thankfully we have not seen any big outbreaks or clusters.

Hannah Mason:  One point I want to make clear – this is the initial plan.  I know that Mrs. Trosclair has consulted with you on this plan and she could make changes at your urging correct?

Dr. Tina Setfanki:  Oh sure, absolutely.  We communicate very well as to Julie (Julie Buller – Director of Nurses).  So if there is some intervention or something we would suggest, certainly I feel very comfortable going to these ladies as to any of our superintendents.

After some discussion, Tommy Angelle called for the question on the substitute motion.

That the Board go full virtual.

Motion by Tehmi Chassion, second by Mary Morrison.

Substitution Motion: That the Board go with the Hybrid plan on August 17th.

Motion by Hannah Mason, second by Tommy Angelle.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Britt Latiolais, Hannah Mason, Kate Labue

No: Elroy Broussard, Mary Morrison, Donald Aguillard

Abstain: Tehmi Chassion

Absent: Justin Centanni

That the Board approves the 2020-2021 Learn Lafayette Initial Reopening Plan as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

Motion by Kate Labue, second by Tommy Angelle.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Kate Labue

No: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Donald Aguillard

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action: 4.4 BOARD: Discussion and/or action concerning a request for an Attorney General Opinion Related to Internet Service-Centanni

That the Board authorizes the Superintendent to seek an opinion from the Attorney General relative to internet access for the students.

Motion by Kate Labue, second by Tommy Angelle.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action: 4.5 BOARD: Discussion and/or action concerning Emergency Declaration Resolution 03-20-1977 COVID-19-Latiolais

That the Board revokes Emergency Declaration Resolution 03-20-1977 COVID-19 effective immediately.

DECLARATION OF PUBLIC EMERGENCY

RESOLUTION 03-20-1977

WHEREAS, on December 31, 2019, officials in China alerted the World Health Organization (“WHO”) to several cases of an unknown respiratory illness primarily concentrated in the City of Wuhan, Hubei Province; and

WHEREAS, after further investigating the illness and ruling out the recurrence of other previously known viruses, officials, on January 7, 2020, announced the discovery of a new virus belonging to the coronavirus family of viruses (“COVID-19”); and

WHEREAS, over the following weeks, the Chinese government began to report additional cases of the virus, evidencing a propensity of the virus to spread throughout China and beyond; and

WHEREAS, by January 30, 2020, approximately eighteen countries, outside of China, were reporting cases of the virus, causing the WHO to declare the virus a “Public Health Emergency of International Concern;” and

WHEREAS, over the following weeks, the virus continued to spread to nations around the globe, infecting thousands of individuals; and

WHEREAS, on March 11, 2020, the WHO declared the coronavirus outbreak a “Global Pandemic;” and

WHEREAS, on March 11, 2020, the Governor of the State of Louisiana declared a “Public Health Emergency” over the coronavirus outbreak; and

WHEREAS, on March 13, 2020, the President of the United States of America declared a national emergency due to the coronavirus outbreak; and

WHEREAS, in an attempt to combat the spread of the virus, the Governor, on March 13, 2020, ordered the closure of all public elementary and secondary schools in Louisiana, beginning on March 16, 2020 and ending on April 13, 2020; and

WHEREAS, many children depend on the services of the Lafayette Parish School Board

(“School Board”) for essential services such as the provision of healthy meals; and

WHEREAS, while the cancellation of school will hopefully serve to combat the spread of the virus, such cancellation may put children at risk of not receiving enough healthy meals during the prolonged closure; and

WHEREAS, the spread of the virus and its impact on the everyday lives of the School Board’s students, faculty, staff, and their family members requires the School Board to take unprecedented steps to combat the spread of the virus and to serve the children of Lafayette Parish; and

WHEREAS, the sudden closure of all schools until April 13, 2020 or later has also caused confusion and concern to employees of the school district about their ability to continue to be able to support their families through receipt of compensation from the School Board.

NOW, THEREFORE, the above recitals considered, the School Board desires to utilize its assets in the fight against the coronavirus, as more fully set forth below.

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AND NOW, CONSIDERING THE FOREGOING, THE SCHOOL BOARD HEREBY DECLARES AS FOLLOWS:

BE IT DECLARED, that the Lafayette Parish School Board hereby declares a public emergency due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus.

BE IT FURTHER DECLARED that, notwithstanding any policy or rule to the contrary, the School Board hereby confers emergency powers upon its Superintendent of Schools, for purposes of leading the School Board’s response to the outbreak. Such emergency powers include, at the sole discretion of the Superintendent:

(1)                                                   The authority to supply and arrange for the delivery of meals to all children of the parish, eighteen (18) years of age or younger, at no costs to the child or his/her family.

(2)                                              The authority to continue to pay school employees their regular compensation during the period schools are closed.

(3)                                              The authority to adjust curriculum, work schedules, compensation, and staff assignments without any further Board approval.

(4)                                              The authority to adjust the school  calendar.

(5)                                              The authority to apply to BESE, LDOE, and/or USDOE, or any other governmental body for waivers of regulations or requirements, the compliance of which is impacted by COVID-19.

(6)                                              The authority to apply for waivers, grants, reimbursements, aid, and other COVID- 19 related   matters on behalf of the School Board.

(7)                                              The authority to provide non-mandatory, supplemental educational resources to students.

(8)                                              The authority to take any other action reasonably necessary to implement the above directives.

BE IT FURTHER DECLARED that the Superintendent is required to report, in writing and at reasonable intervals, to the School Board as to the amount of expenditures made pursuant to this Declaration, as well as, the actions taken by the Superintendent pursuant to this Declaration.

BE IT FURTHER DECLARED that, in accordance with the Governor’s declaration, any bidding requirements of the Louisiana Public Bid Law (La. R.S. 38:2212 et seq.) applicable to any purchases related to the School Board’s response to the coronavirus outbreak are hereby suspended.

BE IT FURTHER DECLARED that Lafayette Parish School Board Policy File: GBBB, Essential Personnel, is hereby suspended for the duration of school closures related to the coronavirus outbreak.

BE IT FURTHER DECLARED that this Declaration shall remain in effect until withdrawn by the School Board.

BE IT FURTHER DECLARED that notice of the provisions contained herein shall be published in the official journal of the Lafayette Parish School Board within ten (10) days hereof.

THIS DECLARATION is adopted by the Lafayette Parish School Board, at its Regular Board Meeting held on the 22nd day of July, 2020 in Lafayette, Louisiana.

         /s/Irma D. Trosclair                                                          /s/Britt Latiolais

Irma D. Trosclair, Board Secretary                                    Britt Latiolais, Board President

Lafayette Parish School Board                                          Lafayette Parish School Board

Motion by Mary Morrison, second by Tommy Angelle.

That the Board amend Resolution 03-20-1977 to vacate No.1 dealing with contracts, with all other provisions being maintained. 

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.6 CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES: Discussion and/or action concerning Bid Award#16-21 Kitchen Equipment-Touchet/Sherville

Resolution: That the Board awards the line item bids for Kitchen Equipment for the 2020-2021 School Year as listed in the attached Kitchen Equipment Bid Summary Worksheet and as supported by the attached Kitchen Equipment Bid Tabulation Worksheet.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.7 CHILD NUTRITION SERVICES: Discussion and/or action concerning Bid Award# 20-2028 Dry and Frozen Food Products-Touchet/Sherville

Resolution: That the Board awards the line item bids for Dry and Frozen Food Products for the 2020-2021 School Year as listed in the attached Dry/Frozen Food Bid Summary worksheet and as supported by the attached Dry/Frozen Food Tabulation worksheet.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.8 EMPLOYEE SERVICES: Discussion and/or action concerning the Early Childhood Guide Facilitator Job Description-Gardner/Mouton/Duay

Resolution: That the Board approve the Early Childhood Guide Facilitator Job Description as attached in the public content section of this agenda item

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.9 EMPLOYEE SERVICES: Discussion and/or action concerning the Early Childhood Lead Agency Coach-Gardner/Mouton/Duay

Resolution: That the Board approve the Early Childhood Lead Agency Coach job description as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.10 EMPLOYEE SERVICES: Discussion and/or action concerning the 2020-2021 Salary Schedule-Jennifer Gardner/John Mouton

Resolution: That the Board approve the 2020-2021 Salary Schedule as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.11 EMPLOYEE SERVICES: Discussion and/or action concerning the Revised Employee Services Generalist Job Description-Gardner/Mouton

Resolution: That the Board approve the Revised Employee Services Generalist job description as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action: 4.12 EMPLOYEE SERVICES: Discussion and/or action concerning the Returning Teacher Stipend-Gardner/Mouton

That the board approves a one-time, returning teacher stipend for the 2020-2021 school year, as set forth below, to teachers who meet the following criteria:

* The teacher is currently employed in, is hired for, or is transferred to and fills a full-time teaching position at one of the following schools for the 2020-2021 school year:

o Northside High School

o Carencro High School

o Acadian Middle School

o Lafayette Middle School

o Lerosen Preparatory School (Grades 6-12 only)

*For the 2020-2021 school year, the teacher is certified to teach, is enrolled in an Alternative Certification Program to teach, or has agreed to teach on an OFAT certificate, and is teaching in one of the following subject areas: Math, Science, or English.

*Teacher must be assigned to teach in said subject area(s) for at least half of instructional minutes per day in order to satisfy this criterion.

*The teacher met the criteria to receive and did receive the High Demand Teacher Stipend in both the Fall and Spring semesters of the 2019-2020 school year.

*The total stipend amount will be $500, payable as a lump sum to teachers who qualify as of August 31, 2020. The stipend will be distributed in a separate deposit on the same day as the September 2020 payroll deposit.

* This returning teacher stipend shall be considered an amendment to the 2020-2021 salary schedule and shall be a one-time stipend approved for the 2020-2021 school year only.

Motion by Elroy Broussard, second by Kate Labue.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Tommy Angelle, Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.13 FACILITIES: Discussion and/or action concerning approval of electrical servitude agreement for L.J. Alleman Middle School Wing Addition-Bordelon/Guidry

Resolution: That the Board approve the electrical servitude agreement to Lafayette Utilities System for the L.J. Alleman Middle School Wing Addition.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.14 FACILITIES: Discussion and/or action concerning approval of quotes for Paul Breaux Middle Athletic Lockers-Bordelon/Jeffers

Resolution: That the Board awards the low quote of $33,075.00 to Louisiana School Equipment Company, LLC for the Paul Breaux Middle PE Lockers Boys Gym and removal of 100 frames of existing lockers.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.15 FACILITIES: Discussion and/or action concerning approval of bids received for sale of surplus portable buildings-Bordelon/Francis

Resolution: That the Board accepts the bids of $3,300 each to sell two (2) surplus portable buildings to Precious Heart Childcare Inc.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.16 FACILITIES: Discussion and/or action concerning approval of quotes for J.W. Faulk Elementary Concrete Driveway Repairs-Bordelon/Francis

Resolution: That the Board awards the low quote to Andrew Senegal for $31,921.50 for the J.W. Faulk Elementary Concrete Driveway Repairs in accordance with LPSS purchasing procedures and guidelines.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.17 FACILITIES: Discussion and/or action concerning approval of quotes for Youngsville Middle Concrete Driveway Repairs-Bordelon/Francis

Resolution: That the Board awards the low quote to Elliott Construction for $59,570 for the Youngsville Middle Concrete Driveway Repairs in accordance with purchasing procedures and guidelines.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.18 FACILITIES: Discussion and/or action concerning approval of quotes for Paul Breaux Middle elevator repairs-Bordelon/Francis

Resolution: That the Board awards the low quote to Schindler Elevator for $51,249 for the Paul Breaux Middle elevator repairs in accordance with purchasing procedures and guidelines.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.19 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning Resolution 07-20-1985 Ash Industries Industrial Tax Exemption Application-Trosclair/Guidry

Resolution: That the Board approves Resolution 07-20-1985 for Ash Industries' participation in the industrial tax exemption program as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

RESOLUTION 07-20-1985

A RESOLUTION OF THE LAFAYETTE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD

 APPROVING ASH INDUSTRIES FOR PARTICIPATION IN THE INDUSTRIAL TAX EXEMPTION PROGRAM AT 1330 WEST WILLOW STREET,

 LAFAYETTE, LA 70506

WHEREAS, the Lafayette Parish School Board (LPSB) received notice from the Louisiana Economic Development (LED) of the application for an Industrial/Tax Exemption (ITEP) by ASH Industries. bearing Application # 20190019 having been approved by LED on June 24, 2020; and

WHEREAS, On July 20, 2020, LPSB notified LED that consideration of ITEP Application # 20190019 – ASH Industries would be placed on the agenda of the meeting of the LPSB scheduled for July 22, 2020 and

WHEREAS, LPSB reviewed the application notice and set the matter for consideration at a meeting of the LPSB, held on July 22, 2020 in accordance with the rules of the Board of Commerce and Industry, specifically LAC 13:501, et seq; and

WHEREAS, the LPSB appreciates that the award of ITEP Application # 20190019 will result in the exemption from ad valorem taxation by the LPSB of 80% of the value of the project that is subject to the ITEP Application for a period of 5 years, with the possible renewal of such exemption for 5 additional years; and

WHEREAS, the LPSB considered ITEP Application # 20190019 in an open meeting on July 22, 2020; and

WHEREAS, the LPSB, by a vote of 7 yeas and 1 nay adopted this Resolution declaring its support for ITEP Application # 20190019.

The vote, in open meeting, on the resolution was as follows:

YEAS:  Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolas, Mary Morrison,

Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

NAYS:  Tommy Angelle

ABSENT:  Justin Centanni

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the LPSB declares its support for ITEP Application # 20190019;

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED by this School Board that a copy of this resolution shall be forwarded to the Louisiana Department of Economic Development.

CERTIFICATE

I, the undersigned Secretary-Treasurer of the Lafayette Parish School Board, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the Lafayette Parish School Board in regular session duly convened on July 22, 2020, at which time a quorum was present and that same is in full force and has not been rescinded or repealed.

LAFAYETTE, LOUISIANA, this 22nd day of July, 2020

                                                                                           /s/Irma D. Trosclair

Irma D. Trosclair, Secretary –Treasurer

LAFAYETTE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.20 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning the approval of the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for FY 2020-Guidry/Dugas

Resolution: That the Board adopt and approve the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire for Fiscal Year 2020 as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.21 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning the Sales Tax Collection Report for June 2020-Guidry/Ashy

Resolution: That the Board approves the Sales Tax Collection report for the month of June 2020 as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.22 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning Budget to Actual Reports for June 2020-Guidry/Richard

Resolution: That the Board approves the Budget-to-Actual reports for June 2020 as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.23 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning the Grant Fund Summary for June 2020-Guidry/Richard

Resolution: That the Board approves the Summary of Grant Funding and Activity for June 2020 as attached in the public content section of this agenda item.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.24 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning Bid Award: Duplicator Ink & Masters Bid #02-21-Francis

Resolution: That the Board awards Bid #02-21 to Copy & Camera for Duplicator Ink & Masters for copy machines within the school district and reject the bid submitted by Smart It Pros, Inc. as non-responsive.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.25 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning Bid Award-#610 Limestone Bid# 10-21-Bordelon/Francis

Resolution: That the Board awards Bid# 10-21 to Acadiana Shell & Limestone for #610 Limestone for LPSS Planning & Facilities - Grounds Maintenance Department.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.26 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning Bid Award-Pea Gravel Bid# 08-21-Bordelon/Francis

Resolution: That the Board approves the award of Bid# 08-21 to R.J. Thibodeaux Shell Yard, Inc. for LDH Grade F Pea Gravel for LPSS Planning & Facilities - Grounds Maintenance Department.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.27 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning Bid Award for Bid# 01-21 Calculators-Francis/Hebert

Resolution: That the Board awards Bid# 01-21 as per the attached bid tabulation sheet in the public content section of this agenda item.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.28 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning Bid Award: Early Childhood Educational Supplies Bid #14-21-Francis/Duay

Resolution: That the Board awards Bid #14-21 for Early Childhood Education Supplies as per the attached bid tabulation sheet.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.29 FINANCE: Discussion and/or action concerning Bid Award: Homeless Dept.-School Supply Kits Bid #21-21-Francis/Magee/Fontenot

Resolution: That the Board awards Bid #21-21 to the low bidder HiTouch Business Services for school supply kits for the LPSS homeless department.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.30 SUPERINTENDENT: Discussion and/or action concerning the Minutes of June 10, 2020 and July 7, 2020.

Resolution: That the Board approve the minutes of June 10, 2020 and July 7, 2020.

That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

Action (Consent): 4.31 Approval of All Action Consent Items

Resolution: That the Board approve all Action Consent Items with the exception of items pulled.

Motion by Tommy Angelle, second by Mary Morrison.

Final Resolution: Motion Carries

Yes: Elroy Broussard, Tehmi Chassion, Britt Latiolais, Mary Morrison, Hannah Mason, Donald Aguillard, Kate Labue

No: Tommy Angelle

Absent: Justin Centanni

5. ADJOURN

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned.

           SIGNED:                                                                             SIGNED:

    /s/ Britt Latiolais                                                              /s/ Irma Trosclair

Britt Latiolais, President                                       Irma Trosclair, Secretary-Treasurer

LAFAYETTE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD                        LAFAYETTE PARISH SCHOOL BOARD

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