BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS MOBILE COUNTY, ALABAMA REGULAR BOARD MEETING JANUARY 27, 2009 6 P.M.
OFFICIAL MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS ARE ON FILE IN THE CENTRAL OFFICE LOCATED AT 1 MAGNUM PASS, MOBILE, ALABAMA 36618
The Regular Meeting of the Board of School Commissioners of Mobile County, Alabama, was held at Allentown Elementary School at approximately 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 27, 2009.
BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT:
Mr. Ken Megginson, President; Mr. William S. Meredith, Vice President; Dr. Judy P. Stout, Dr. Reginald A. Crenshaw, and Levon C. Manzie, Commissioners.
ADMINISTRATIVE PERSONNEL PRESENT:
Dr. Roy D. Nichols, Jr., Superintendent; Mrs. Martha Peek, Deputy Superintendent; Dr. Carolyn Taylor, Dr. Lynda Carroll, Mrs. Phaedra Fox, Mrs. Andrea Barbour, Mr. Paul E. Tate, Jr., Dr. Reginald Eggleston, and Mrs. Karen Mohr, Assistant Superintendents; Mr. Edward Johnson, Budgeting and Purchasing; Mrs. Lori Zirlott, Comptroller; Mrs. Pauline Scarbrough, Executive Director of Human Resources; Dr. Sheila Martin, Executive Director Special Education; Mrs. Marcie McNeal, Communication Assistant; Mr. David Akridge, Executive Manager of Information Technology System; Mr. Tommy Sheffield, Executive Manager of Facilities; and Mr. Derek Atchison, Board Counsel.
OBSERVERS PRESENT:
Carlton Wilson
MEDIA PRESENT:
CALL TO ORDER:
President Megginson called the Regular Meeting of the Board of School Commissioners to order.
PRAYER AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Ms. Betty O’Mary, 4th grade teacher, offered prayer. Following prayer Thomas James, 4th grade student, led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA, AS AMENDED:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved to approve the Agenda, as amended.
Dr. Nichols stated that Item G.26, Proposed Mandatory Transfer of a Non-Probationary Classified Employee and G.29, Termination of a Probationary Classified Employee, be pulled.
Dr. Stout provided a second to the motion.
1 Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
BOARD MEMBERS/SUPERINTENDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Mr. Megginson thanked Ms. Ashtiny Cleveland, Principal of Allentown, and her entire faculty and staff for hosting the District 1 Board meeting. He thanked her for a wonderful dinner and commended her on having an exceptionally clean and beautiful school.
Mr. Megginson also thanked the Mayor of Mobile, Sam Jones, and the City Council for giving the school system $2,000,000.00 as a gift.
Mr. Meredith thanked Mayor Jones for keeping his word and giving the gift to the school system. He also thanked the faculty and staff of Alba Middle School for the exceptional clean-up behind the sewer problem.
Mr. Megginson asked everyone in attendance to please contact their Senators and Representative to request that they support the HRB1, American Recovery Reinvestment Act 2009. Mobile County Public School System is on the Economic Stimulus Package list to receive over 2 year period of time, $77,000,000.00.
Mr. Megginson mentioned the Mobile County Public School System scheduled blood drive for Thursday, January 29, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. at the Central Office. He also stated he has received an abundance number of emails from the system’s employees regarding the wasteful purchase of the Kronos time-clock.
Dr. Stout congratulated the Fine-Arts Department for the magnificent performance of the County-wide Honor Band.
Dr. Crenshaw congratulated the students that attended and participated in the 2009 Presidential Inauguration. He thanked them for being such a positive example while representing the Mobile County Public School System.
Rev. Manzie thanked the Budget Department for preparing the financial papers for the budget. He also thanked District 4 for all their cards, plaques, and luncheons in recognition of Board appreciation.
SPECIAL RECOGNITION:
International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme: Council Traditional Magnet:
Rev. Manzie called forward Mrs. Maxine Wilson, Principal of Council Magnet School for special recognition. Mrs. Wilson discovered that the PYP program was designed for ages 3-12 and it focused on the total growth of the developing child, encompassing social, physical, emotional and cultural needs as well as academic development. Mrs. Wilson felt strongly that her students would reap the benefits of this program. The entire faculty worked with a goal in mind of achieving this special standard and faced the challenges head on. Council School became an official PYP school in December 2008. Council now joins Davidson and Murphy High Schools as an IB school. Rev. Manzie congratulated Mrs. Wilson and presented her with a certificate signed by all of the Board Members and the Superintendent. Mrs. Wilson thanked the Board and Superintendent for the recognition.
2 MetLife Foundation and The National Association of Secondary School Principals:
Mr. Meredith called forward Mr. Ronnie Rowell, Theodore High School Principal, for special recognition. Mr. Rowell has earned top honors for collaborative leadership, personalization, and Curriculum, Instruction and Assessment by MetLife Foundation and the National Association of Secondary School Principals as one of the ten national 2009 Breakthrough schools. The school will receive a $5,000.00 grant and will be featured in the NASSP monthly magazine, “Principal Leadership”. Mr. Meredith congratulated Mr. Rowell for this great achievement and presented him with a certificate signed by all of the Board Members and the Superintendent.
America’s Best High Schools for 2009: Vigor High School:
Dr. Crenshaw called forward Mr. William Smith, Principal of Vigor high school for special recognition. Vigor high school has been honored for the second time among the U.S. News & World Report annual America’s Best High Schools for 2009. This report shows a data based of all students being served as well as those not going to college. Vigor has met these goals and has raised the bar and is setting the example for all other high schools in the Mobile County. Dr. Crenshaw thanked Mr. Smith for the outstanding academic performance of the students in achieving this honor. He presented Mr. Smith with a certificate signed by all Board Members and the Superintendent.
5A State Championship: Vigor High School Varsity Football:
Dr. Crenshaw called forward Mr. William Smith, Principal of Vigor, and Mr. Kerry Stevenson, Coach of the varsity football team. The Vigor Wolves defeated Russellville High school for the 5A State Championship with a score of 50-30. The Wolves had a season of 480 yards rushing, 606 yards total offense, 26 carries by Ken Huston, and with their 50 points the defense allowed minus 11 yards rushing, and this set several super six records for their season. Dr. Crenshaw thanked Coach Stevenson for being a dedicated and perseverant leader for the team and teaching them the importance of athletics and achieving their academic goals.
Alabama Association of School Psychologist Lifetime Achievement Award: Ms. Faye Trimble:
Dr. Stout called forward Ms. Faye Trimble, Coordinator of the Department of Psychological Services, for special recognition. Ms. Trimble has served the children of Mobile County for thirty years as a school psychologist. She has been instrumental in providing the schools and parents with information to meet the needs of every child. Dr. Stout congratulated Ms. Trimble for the winning the Alabama Association of School Psychologist Lifetime Achievement Award and for her years of dedication given to the children of Mobile County Public School System.
National Board Certified Teachers:
Mrs. Marcie McNeal, Communication Assistant, called forward the following teachers: Deborah McLean and Donell Ederer, Hall Elementary; Dana Sims, Will Elementary; Alastair Stevenson, Grant Elementary; Kelly O’Donnell, Old Shell Magnet; Angela Kennedy, Phillips Magnet; Kerrie Norris, Fonvielle Elementary; and Richard Dollison, Davidson High for special recognition of achieving National Board Certification. These teachers have earned the right to be called a Nationally Board Certified Teacher with professional teaching standards. Commissioners Megginson, Crenshaw, Manzie, and Stout presented each teacher from their districts with a certificate of recognition.
3 Red Ribbon Leadership Awards:
Mrs. Marcie McNeal, Communication Assistant, called forward, Travis Curry, Augusta Evans; Blanch McClinton, Alma Bryant; Hunter Potts, Montgomery; and Deidre Graham, Murphy High schools, for special recognition. These students were recognized for their outstanding leadership and for their recent scholarships received from the Drug Education Council with a theme “dream big”. Travis Curry and Blanch McClinton received $500.00, Hunter Potts received $1,000.00, and Deidre Graham received $1,250.00 in scholarship awards for their hard work and efforts. Commissioners Manzie, Meredith, and Megginson presented each student in their district with a certificate of recognition.
Red Ribbon Leadership:
Commissioner Manzie called forward Ms. Earnestine Tolbert, for special recognition. Ms. Tolbert has been in the Mobile County Public School System for 25 years. Ms. Tolbert is being recognized for her dedication and leadership to the students in Mobile County School System for being instrumental in the guidance and leadership of Travis Curry, student at Augusta Evans Special School, and for helping him achieve the Red Ribbon Leadership Award. Commissioner Manzie congratulated Ms. Tolbert and presented her with a certificate of recognition signed by the School Board Commissioners and the Superintendent.
Career Technical Education Program:
Mrs. Marcie McNeal, Communication Assistant, called forward the following teachers for special recognition: Annette Johnson, Leslie Thorpe, Murphy High School, Mona Robertson, Satsuma High School, and Kim Buford, Washington Middle School. The mission of the Career Technical Education Department is to provide a comprehensive Career/Technical Education program that will prepare visionary lifelong learners that will meet the needs of an ever changing, globally competitive workforce. These teachers are rewarded through many projects from the Beef and Peanut cook-off to exhibits at the Greater Gulf State Fair. Commissioners Manzie and Crenshaw presented each teacher in their district with a signed certificate of recognition.
American Legion Southeast Regional Drill Meet: Murphy High School Junior ROTC:
Communication Assistant, Mrs. Marcie McNeal, called forward Lt. Col. Gardner, Murphy High School JROTC Drill Team, for special recognition. In November 2008 the Murphy JROTC male and female drill teams competed in the American Legion Southeast Regional Drill Meet in Montgomery with 20 other teams from 3 other states. Female Drill Team led by Schamichael Kittler placed 1st in Unarmed Inspection, 1st in the Armed Facimile Regulation Drill, 3rd in Armed Inspection and Unarmed Regulation Drill; Male Drill team led by Quinton Howard placed 3rd in Armed Regulation Drill; Color Guard led by Amadia Giles placed 3rd. Murphy placed 1st in the Armed Drill Division and 1st place overall. Commissioner Manzie congratulated Lt. Col. Gardner and presented him with a signed certificate of recognition. Lt. Col. Gardner thanked the Commissioners and told the students how much he appreciated them for their loyalty and hardwork and called forward the following students: Shamichael Kittler, Amadia Giles, Quinton Howard, Latara Lofton, Jessica Hunter, Viola Hunter, Johnathan Matt, Miya Matt, Coreena Babb, Shelby Dennison, Jameisha Morris, Shandrelle Washington, Sherelle Washington, Marcella Griffin, Brandie Smith, Brianna Bryant, Martika Wimberly, Tandrea Durgin, Austin Poole, Derrick Smith, Brandon Goodwin, Kelvin Hudson, Jeneil Miles, Thaddeus Curtis, Christian Harbin, Jerry Agee, Dakota Wilkinson, and Malcom Hall. He presented the Drill Team to the audience and the Commissioners and Superintendent.
4 SCHEDULED CITIZEN’S REQUESTS:
Delegate 1: Ms. Emily Prine spoke regarding not spending money on Barton Academy restoration.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEM G.1 2009-10 PROPOSED SCHOOL CALENDAR – FIRST READING:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to approve dissemination of the proposed 2009-10 school calendar options to local schools and Central Office departments. Further, the Superintendent requests a public hearing be scheduled for February 19, 2009, at 4:30 p.m. to discuss the proposed calendar.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEMS G.2 2009 HIGH SUMMER SCHOOL PROPOSAL; G.3 2009 SECOND CHANCE SUMMER ACADEMY PROPOSAL; G.4 2009 MIDDLE SUMMER SCHOOL PROPOSAL; G.5 2009 ELEMENTARY SUMMER SCHOOL PROPOSAL; G.6 TECHNICAL EDUCATION DUAL ENROLLMENT:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved to Items G.2 thru G.6.
Dr. Stout provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
FAILURE OF ACTION ITEM G.7 RESOLUTION OPPOSING
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to approve to adopt the resolution opposing school start date legislation.
Mr. Megginson declared the motion failed for lack of a second.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEM G.8 FIRST READING: 2.23 – BOARD COMMITTEES – REVISED; 2.231 – SUBCOMMITTEES/ADVISORY; G.9 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM AND NCS PEARSON, INC. – NOVANET SOFTWARE AND RELATED
5 SERCVICES; G.10 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM AND SOTHERN REGIONAL EDUCATION BOARD (SREB)/HIGH SCHOOLS THAT WORK AND MAKING MIDDLE GRADES WORK; G.11 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS OF MOBILE COUNTY AND PEARSON EDUCATION, INC.; G.12 CONTRACT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF SCHOOL COMMISSIONERS OF MOBILE COUNTY AND GULF REGIONAL CHILDCARE MANAGEMENT AGENCY, INC. (GRCMA):
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved to approve Items G.8 through G.12.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
TABLED ITEM G.13 2003 BOND PROGRAM AMENDMENT:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved to table the item until two months.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEMS G.14 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM AND GULF REGIONAL CHILDCARE MANAGEMENT AGENCY, INC; G.15 AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE MOBILE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM AND GULF REGIONAL CHILDCARE MANAGEMENT AGENCY, INC.; G.16 GRAND BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL ADDITION/HURRICANE KATRINA CHANGE ORDER #1 & #2; G.17 LEFLORE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC FACILITY CHANGE ORDER #1:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to approve Items G.14 through G.17.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
6 APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEM G.18 NEW SOUTHWEST MOBILE COUNTY 3-5 ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PSCA 2007 BOND:
Dr. Nichols presented the item. Dr. Crenshaw moved to approve the lowest bidder meeting specifications as indicated.
Dr. Stout provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEMS G.19 VIGOR HIGH SCHOOL RESURFACING TENNIS COURTS & PARKING LOTS; G.20 MURPHY HIGH SCHOOL CULINARY ARTS BUILDING CHANGE ORDER #1:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to approve Items G.19 and G.20.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEMS G.21 TIMBER SALE SECTION 23, T2S, R2W KUSHLA TRACT; G.22 TIMBER SALE SECTION 17, T2S, R2W ALLENTOWN TRACT:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to approve Items G.21 and G.22.
Rev. Manzie provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
7 APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEM G.23 SOUTH ALABAMA UTILITIES GROUND LEASE SECTION 16, T3S, R3W:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to approve the ground lease according to the terms and conditions as follows: Terms – 20 years with a 20 year renewable option; Annual Rent - $8,000.00 per year; Insurance – Not less than $1,000,000.00 general liability.
Rev. Manzie provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEM G.24 OLD SEMMES MIDDLE SCHOOL SURFACE LEASE:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to approve the surface lease agreement between Semmes Women’s Club and the Board of School Commissioners per the terms and conditions as follows: Terms – 24 year lease with a 24 renewable option; Annual Rent - $1.00 per year; Insurance – Not less than $1,000,000.00 general liability; Cancellation – 6 months per written notification by either party.
Mr. Meredith provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEMS G.25 RESIGNATIONS OF CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL; G.27 RESIGNATIONS OF CERTIFIED PERSONNEL; G. 28 RESCISSION OF RESIGNATION(S) OF CERTIFIED PERSONNEL:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved to approve Items G.25, G.27, and G. 28.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
8 Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF ACTION ITEM G.30 APPROVAL OF 2008-2009 BUDGET:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved to approve the revised 2008-2009 Mobile County Public School System’s annual budget.
Dr. Stout provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT AGENDA:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to approve the Consent Agenda.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion.
STUDENT EXPULSIONS:
Dr. Nichols presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved to approve the Superintendent’s recommendation as presented for students identified as I.1, I.2, I.3, I.4, I.5, I.6, I.7, I.8, I.9, I.10, I.11, I.12, I.13, I.14, I.15, and I.16.
Rev. Manzie provided a second to the motion.
9 Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
DISCUSSION ITEMS:
Dr. Crenshaw recognized students/teachers in attendance and stated that they are pursuing their advanced degrees, Masters and Doctorate.
BOARD MEMBERS/SUPERINTENDENT REQUESTS:
Dr. Crenshaw requested: 1) The Parent Coordinators attend the Mobile Area Education Foundation “Drop Out Summit”. 2) A follow-up of funds from Saraland City School System.
ATTORNEY CLIENT PRIVILEGE:
EXECUTIVE SESSION:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved the Board recess into Executive Session to discuss matters of pending litigation, with the session to last approximately 5 minutes. Attorney Derek Atchison stated, “The pending litigation exception applies to the planned executive session discussions.”
Rev. Manzie provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
The Board recessed at approximately 7:21 p.m.
RESUMPTION OF THE MEETING:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to end Executive Session.
Mr. Meredith provided a second to the motion.
10 Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
The Board resumed at approximately 7:40 p.m.
SETTLEMENT:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to uphold the Superintendent’s recommendation to suspend Gregory Bettis.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
SETTLEMENT:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved the Board recess into Executive Session to discuss matters of pending litigation, with the session to last approximately 10 minutes. Attorney Derek Atchison stated, “The pending litigation exception applies to the planned executive session discussions.”
Rev. Manzie provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
The Board recessed at approximately 7:41 p.m.
RESUMPTION OF THE MEETING:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
11 Dr. Stout moved to end Executive Session.
Mr. Meredith provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
The Board resumed at approximately 7:55 p.m.
SETTLEMENT:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to uphold the Superintendent’s recommendation to approve resolution of employment matters with Benny Clark, Anetta Diane Hammac, Howard July, Lynn Brown, Leigh Ellis, Azure Joiner- Jackson, Terry King, Joi Mullins, Metra Turner, Jamie Wimberly, and Bernard Johnson as per information provided by Board Counsel.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
SETTLEMENT:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
Dr. Stout moved to uphold the Superintendent’s recommendation to direct Board Counsel to defend employee in Lasonya Jackson v. The City of Mobile, Alabama, et. al. Mobile County Circuit Court – CV- 2008-901942.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye – Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
12 ADJOURNMENT:
Mr. Megginson presented the item.
Mr. Meredith moved the meeting adjourn.
Dr. Crenshaw provided a second to the motion.
Mr. Megginson called for the vote. The votes were:
Aye –Mr. Megginson, Mr. Meredith, Dr. Stout, Dr. Crenshaw, Rev. Manzie No – Abstain – Not voting – Absent –
Mr. Megginson declared the motion carried.
The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:56 p.m.
______MR. KEN MEGGINSON, BOARD PRESIDENT
DATE APPROVED: ______
______DR. ROY D. NICHOLS, JR., SUPERINTENDENT/SECRETARY
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