A. CALL TO ORDER
1. Roster
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Summary: BOARD MEMBERS:
Mrs. Vickie B. Turner, Board Chair
Mr. Diijon B. Dacosta Sr., Vice Chair
Ms. Anna Hill
Mr. Marshall D. Orson
Ms. Deirdre P. Pierce
Ms. Allyson Gevertz
Dr. Joyce Morley
Dr. Vasanne S. Tinsley, Interim Superintendent
Mrs. Vickie B. Turner, Board Chair
Mr. Diijon B. Dacosta Sr., Vice Chair
Ms. Anna Hill
Mr. Marshall D. Orson
Ms. Deirdre P. Pierce
Ms. Allyson Gevertz
Dr. Joyce Morley
Dr. Vasanne S. Tinsley, Interim Superintendent
B. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
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Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adopt the September 21, 2022
virtual called meeting agenda.
Motion by: ____________
Seconded by: __________
Vote: _____
virtual called meeting agenda.
Motion by: ____________
Seconded by: __________
Vote: _____
C. ADJOURN TO AN EXECUTIVE SESSION
1. ADJOURN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION AND RECONVENE THE CALLED MEETING
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Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adjourn the September 21, 2022 executive session and reconvene the called meeting.
Motion by: ___________
Seconded by: ___________
Vote: __________
Motion by: ___________
Seconded by: ___________
Vote: __________
D. ACTION ITEM(S)
1. APPROVAL OF AN ITEM(S) FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
Details
Summary: Presented by: Mrs. Vickie B. Turner, Board Chair
2. E-SPLOST V Project: 370-35 for Chesnut Elementary School Major Building System Replacement Approval of Additional Scope of Work and Related Budget Adjustment Needed (for a not-to-exceed amount of $630,000) (4 docs)
Why: To provide the Chesnut ES facility with further needed improvements related to safety, security, and health. The additional scope of work was recommended by the project’s design professionals and/or requested by DCSD Facilities to fulfill program-wide initiatives. The requested budget addition is based on the opinions of probable costs provided by the project’s design professionals.
- Chesnut ES - Preliminary AE Report AID 1434850 Read Text
- E-SPLOST V - Chesnut ES Budget Reallocation AID 1434851 Read Text
- SCL and Budget Request Methodology - Chesnut AID 1434852 Read Text
- Chronology of the Agenda Item AID 1434853 Read Text
Details
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve additional scope of work for E-SPLOST V Project 37035: Chesnut ES to include the addition of a fire sprinkler system.
It is also requested that the Board of Education approve a related budget adjustment for a not-to-exceed amount of $630,000 to cover the cost of the additional scope of work.
It is also requested that the Board of Education approve a related budget adjustment for a not-to-exceed amount of $630,000 to cover the cost of the additional scope of work.
Details: On August 9, 2021, the Board approved the award of RFQu No. 21-752-034 for Professional Architectural and Engineering Services for Laurel Ridge Elementary School, Woodridge Elementary School, Chestnut Elementary School, and Druid Hills Middle School to Cooper Carry.
The E-SPLOST V Project 37035: Chesnut ES currently has a scope of work that includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on HVAC”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...addition of a fire sprinkler system, roofing improvements, replacing existing lighting with LED light fixtures and ceiling replacement.”
It is also requested that the scope of work for a fire sprinkler system at Chesnut ES be removed from E-SPLOST Project 10335: Fire Sprinkler Group C.
It is also requested that the budget of E-SPLOST V Project 37035: Chesnut ES be increased by $630,000 to cover the additional cost of the increased scope of work. This budget would be transferred from E-SPLOST V project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside.
The E-SPLOST V Project 37035: Chesnut ES currently has a scope of work that includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on HVAC”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...addition of a fire sprinkler system, roofing improvements, replacing existing lighting with LED light fixtures and ceiling replacement.”
It is also requested that the scope of work for a fire sprinkler system at Chesnut ES be removed from E-SPLOST Project 10335: Fire Sprinkler Group C.
It is also requested that the budget of E-SPLOST V Project 37035: Chesnut ES be increased by $630,000 to cover the additional cost of the increased scope of work. This budget would be transferred from E-SPLOST V project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside.
Financial impact: A budget transfer of $630,000 from E-SPLOST V Project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside (cost code: SP5SAFSEC. 10935.MGTADMINDC) to E-SPLOST V Project 37035: Chesnut ES (cost code: SP5FACCON.37035.GENERALCONTRACTOR).
Contact: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operations Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning and E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning and E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Effective: Upon board approval
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
3. E-SPLOST V Project: 368-35 for Laurel Ridge Elementary School Major Building System Replacement Approval of Additional Scope of Work and Related Budget Adjustment Needed (for a not-to-exceed amount of $1,030,000) (4 docs)
Why: To provide the Laurel Ridge ES facility with further needed improvements related to safety, security, and health. The additional scope of work was recommended by the project’s design professionals and/or requested by DCSD Facilities to fulfill program-wide initiatives. The requested budget addition is based on the opinions of probable costs provided by the project’s design professionals.
- Laurel Ridge ES - Preliminary AE Report AID 1435420 Read Text
- E-SPLOST V - LRES Budget Reallocation AID 1435421 Read Text
- SCL and Budget Request Methodology - Laurel Ridge AID 1435422 Read Text
- Chronology of the Agenda Item AID 1435423 Read Text
Details
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve additional scope of work for E-SPLOST V Project 36835: Laurel Ridge ES to include the addition of a security vestibule, a fire sprinkler system, and a roof replacement.
In addition, it is requested that the Board of Education approve a related budget adjustment for a not-to-exceed amount of $1,030,000 to cover the cost of the additional scope of work.
In addition, it is requested that the Board of Education approve a related budget adjustment for a not-to-exceed amount of $1,030,000 to cover the cost of the additional scope of work.
Details: On August 9, 2021, the Board approved the award of RFQu No. 21-752-034 for Professional Architectural and Engineering Services for Laurel Ridge Elementary School, Woodridge Elementary School, Chestnut Elementary School, and Druid Hills Middle School to Cooper Carry.
The E-SPLOST V Project 36835: Laurel Ridge ES currently has a scope of work that includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on HVAC and Windows”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...addition of a security vestibule, a fire sprinkler system, replacement of light fixtures with LED fixture, ceiling replacement and roof replacement.”
It is also requested that the budget of E-SPLOST V Project 36835: Laurel Ridge ES be increased by $1,030,000. To cover the additional cost of the increased scope of work. This budget would be transferred from E-SPLOST V project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside.
The E-SPLOST V Project 36835: Laurel Ridge ES currently has a scope of work that includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on HVAC and Windows”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...addition of a security vestibule, a fire sprinkler system, replacement of light fixtures with LED fixture, ceiling replacement and roof replacement.”
It is also requested that the budget of E-SPLOST V Project 36835: Laurel Ridge ES be increased by $1,030,000. To cover the additional cost of the increased scope of work. This budget would be transferred from E-SPLOST V project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside.
Financial impact: A budget transfer of $1,030,000 from E-SPLOST V Project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside (cost code: SP5SAFSEC.10935.MGTADMINDC) to E-SPLOST V Project 36835: Laurel Ridge ES (cost code: SP5FACCON.36835.GENERALCONTRACTOR).
Contact: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, 678.676.1483
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning and E-SPLOST Programming, 678.676.1588
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning and E-SPLOST Programming, 678.676.1588
Effective: Upon board approval
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
4. E-SPLOST V Project: 369-35 for Woodridge Elementary School Major Building System Replacement Approval of Additional Scope of Work and Related Budget Adjustment Needed (for a not-to-exceed amount of $910,000) (4 docs)
Why: To provide the Woodridge ES facility with further needed improvements related to safety, security, and health. The additional scope of work was recommended by the project’s design professionals and/or requested by DCSD Facilities to fulfill program wide initiatives. The requested budget addition is based on the opinions of probable costs provided by the project’s design professionals.
- SCL and Budget Request Methodology - Woodridge AID 1434870 Read Text
- E-SPLOST V - WES Budget Reallocation AID 1434871 Read Text
- Woodridge ES - Preliminary AE Report AID 1434872 Read Text
- Chronology of the Agenda Item AID 1434873 Read Text
Details
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve additional scope of work for E-SPLOST V Project 36935: Woodridge ES to include the addition of a security vestibule and fire sprinkler system.
It is also requested that the Board of Education approve a related budget adjustment for a no-to-exceed amount of $910,000 to cover the cost of the additional scope of work.
It is also requested that the Board of Education approve a related budget adjustment for a no-to-exceed amount of $910,000 to cover the cost of the additional scope of work.
Details: On August 9, 2021, the Board approved the award of RFQu No. 21-752-034 for Professional Architectural and Engineering Services for Laurel Ridge Elementary School, Woodridge Elementary School, Chestnut Elementary School, and Druid Hills Middle School to Cooper Carry, Inc.
The E-SPLOST V Project 36935: Woodridge ES currently has a scope of work that includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on HVAC”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...addition of a fire sprinkler system, replacement of light fixtures with LED fixtures, roofing improvements and ceiling replacement.”
It is also requested that the budget of E-SPLOST V Project 36935: Woodridge ES be increased by $910,000 to cover the additional cost of the increased scope of work. This budget would be transferred from E-SPLOST V project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside.
The E-SPLOST V Project 36935: Woodridge ES currently has a scope of work that includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on HVAC”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...addition of a fire sprinkler system, replacement of light fixtures with LED fixtures, roofing improvements and ceiling replacement.”
It is also requested that the budget of E-SPLOST V Project 36935: Woodridge ES be increased by $910,000 to cover the additional cost of the increased scope of work. This budget would be transferred from E-SPLOST V project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside.
Financial impact: A budget transfer of $910,000. from E-SPLOST V Project 10935: Life Safety Set Aside (cost code: SP5SAFSEC.10935.MGTADMINDC) to E-SPLOST V Project 36935: Woodridge ES (cost code: SP5FACCON.36935.GENERALCONTRACTOR).
Contact: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning and E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning and E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Effective: Upon board approval
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
5. E-SPLOST V Project: 365-35 Salem Middle School Major Building System Replacement Approval of Additional Scope of Work and Related Amendment to the Architectural Services Contract (for a not-to-exceed amount of $317,111) (3 docs)
Why: To provide the Salem MS facility with further needed improvements. The additional scope of work was recommended by the project’s design professionals and/or requested by DCSD Facilities. The requested amendment to the architectural services contract for this project would cover the expected costs of both the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original scope of work for this project.
- E-SPLOST V - SMS Design Budget Reallocation AID 1434878 Read Text
- Salem MS AE Amendment #1 AID 1434879 Read Text
- Chronology of the Agenda Item AID 1434880 Read Text
Details
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve additional scope of work for E-SPLOST V Project 36535: Salem MS to include roof replacement as needed as well as the approval of a related amendment to the architectural services contract for this project.
Details: The E-SPLOST V Project 36535: Salem MS currently has a scope of work which includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on HVAC”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...roof replacement as needed.”
It is also requested that an amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for this project be approved. This amendment would cover the additional design cost associated with the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original project scope of work.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...roof replacement as needed.”
It is also requested that an amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for this project be approved. This amendment would cover the additional design cost associated with the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original project scope of work.
Financial impact: A budget adjustment of $317,111 will be necessary to cover the additional cost of the amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood.
This budget adjustment would move $317,111 from E-SPLOST V Project 60235: Program Contingency (cost code: SP5MANG .60235.PRGCONTIN) to E-SPLOST V Project 36535: Salem MS (cost code: SP5FACCON .36535.ARCHITECT).
This budget adjustment would move $317,111 from E-SPLOST V Project 60235: Program Contingency (cost code: SP5MANG .60235.PRGCONTIN) to E-SPLOST V Project 36535: Salem MS (cost code: SP5FACCON .36535.ARCHITECT).
Contact: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Effective: Upon board approval
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
6. E-SPLOST V Project: 361-35 for Fairington Elementary School Major Building System Replacement Approval of Additional Scope of Work and Related Amendment to the Architectural Services Contract (for a not-to-exceed amount of $115,321) (3 docs)
Why: To provide the Fairington ES facility with further needed improvements. The additional scope of work was recommended by the project’s design professionals and/or requested by DCSD Facilities. The requested amendment to the architectural services contract for this project would cover the expected costs of both the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original scope of work for this project.
- E-SPLOST V - FES Design Budget Reallocation AID 1434874 Read Text
- Farington ES AE Amendment #2 AID 1434875 Read Text
- Chronology of the Agenda Item AID 1434876 Read Text
Details
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve additional scope of work for E-SPLOST V Project 36135: Fairington ES to include HVAC upgrades as needed and fire sprinkler installation as well as the approval of a related amendment to the architectural services contract for this project.
Details: The E-SPLOST V 36135: Fairington ES currently has a scope of work which includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on Roofing and Site Improvements; and Plumbing fixture replacement”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...HVAC upgrades as needed and fire sprinkler installation.”
It is also requested that an amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for this project be approved. This amendment would cover the additional design cost associated with the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original project scope of work.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...HVAC upgrades as needed and fire sprinkler installation.”
It is also requested that an amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for this project be approved. This amendment would cover the additional design cost associated with the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original project scope of work.
Financial impact: A budget adjustment of $115,321 will be necessary to cover the additional cost of the amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood.
This budget adjustment would move $115,321 from E-SPLOST V Project 60235: Program Contingency (cost code: SP5MANG. 60235.PRGCONTIN) to E-SPLOST V 36135: Fairington ES (cost code: SP5FACCON. 36135.ARCHITECT).
This budget adjustment would move $115,321 from E-SPLOST V Project 60235: Program Contingency (cost code: SP5MANG. 60235.PRGCONTIN) to E-SPLOST V 36135: Fairington ES (cost code: SP5FACCON. 36135.ARCHITECT).
Contact: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Effective: Upon board approval
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
7. E-SPLOST V Project: RFP No. 22-752-020 for GC Services Redan MS, Fairington ES, and Salem MS Major Building System Replacement - Construction Works, Inc. (not to exceed $18,104,706.37) (5 docs)
Why: To approve the award of a lump sum construction contract for major building system replacements at Redan Middle School, Fairington Elementary School, and Salem Middle School.
- E-SPLOST V - FES SMS RMS Budget Reallocation AID 1434897 Read Text
- RFP 22-752-020 for GC Services for Redan MS, Fairington ES, and Salem MS MBSR AID 1434898 Read Text
- RFP No. 22-752-020 Proposal Certification and Recommendation of Award AID 1434899 Read Text
- Staff Recommendation to Proceed AID 1434900 Read Text
- Chronology of the Agenda Item AID 1434901 Read Text
Details
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve an E-SPLOST V budget reallocation in the amount of $9,763,167.37 from Program Contingency, which will allow the proper funds to be allocated to the necessary project cost code for the construction of the major building system replacements at Redan Middle School, Fairington Elementary School, and Salem Middle School.
It is also requested that the Board of Education approve the award of RFP No. 22-752-020 to Construction Works, Inc., the most responsive and responsible offeror whose proposal is the most advantageous to the Board based on the evaluation factors, for general contractor services for Redan Middle School, Fairington Elementary School, and Salem Middle School for the lump sum amount of $18,104,706.37.
It is also requested that the Board of Education approve the award of RFP No. 22-752-020 to Construction Works, Inc., the most responsive and responsible offeror whose proposal is the most advantageous to the Board based on the evaluation factors, for general contractor services for Redan Middle School, Fairington Elementary School, and Salem Middle School for the lump sum amount of $18,104,706.37.
Details: Specific details related to the scope of work for this Request for Proposal can be found on the DeKalb County School District’s solicitation website at https://dekalbschoolsga.ionwave.net/
The RFP was issued on April 14, 2022, and notification of the upcoming bid was sent via email to more than 150 vendors from the DCSD vendor list, 2,329 vendors through the State of Georgia Procurement Registry, and 337 vendors through Demandstar. The solicitation was advertised in the Champion and posted on the DCSD website. Seventeen (17) people attended the virtual mandatory pre-proposal meeting on April 26, 2022, representing ten (10) general contractor firms. Two (2) proposals were received on May 19, 2022, for the Redan Middle School, Fairington Elementary School, and Salem Middle School Major Building System Replacement Project. Both proposals were deemed responsive and were evaluated by a selection committee.
Construction Works, Inc., will be responsible for the general contracting work as outlined in the proposal documents. The DeKalb County School District’s Standard Firm Fixed Price Contract will be used. The award of this contract will allow for the commencement of the construction of this project. Construction Works, Inc., is located at 2524 Lithonia Industrial Boulevard, Suite D, Tucker, Georgia 30058.
The RFP was issued on April 14, 2022, and notification of the upcoming bid was sent via email to more than 150 vendors from the DCSD vendor list, 2,329 vendors through the State of Georgia Procurement Registry, and 337 vendors through Demandstar. The solicitation was advertised in the Champion and posted on the DCSD website. Seventeen (17) people attended the virtual mandatory pre-proposal meeting on April 26, 2022, representing ten (10) general contractor firms. Two (2) proposals were received on May 19, 2022, for the Redan Middle School, Fairington Elementary School, and Salem Middle School Major Building System Replacement Project. Both proposals were deemed responsive and were evaluated by a selection committee.
Construction Works, Inc., will be responsible for the general contracting work as outlined in the proposal documents. The DeKalb County School District’s Standard Firm Fixed Price Contract will be used. The award of this contract will allow for the commencement of the construction of this project. Construction Works, Inc., is located at 2524 Lithonia Industrial Boulevard, Suite D, Tucker, Georgia 30058.
Financial impact: The total contract amount for the Redan Middle School Major Building System Replacement project in the amount of $4,997,155, will be allocated from the construction cost code SP5FACCON.32235.GENCONTR under the voter-approved E-SPLOST V program. A budget reallocation of $2,356,281, from program contingency is required to fund this project.
The total contract amount for the Fairington Elementary School Major Building System Replacement project in the amount of $4,203,861.37 will be allocated from the construction cost code SP5FACCON.36135.GENCONTR under the voter-approved E-SPLOST V program. A budget reallocation of $2,240,466.37 from program contingency is required to fund this project.
The total contract amount for the Salem Middle School Major Building System Replacement project in the amount of $8,903,690 will be allocated from the construction cost code SP5FACCON.36535.GENCONTR under the voter-approved E-SPLOST V program. A budget reallocation of $5,166,440 from program contingency is required to fund this project.
The total contract amount for the Fairington Elementary School Major Building System Replacement project in the amount of $4,203,861.37 will be allocated from the construction cost code SP5FACCON.36135.GENCONTR under the voter-approved E-SPLOST V program. A budget reallocation of $2,240,466.37 from program contingency is required to fund this project.
The total contract amount for the Salem Middle School Major Building System Replacement project in the amount of $8,903,690 will be allocated from the construction cost code SP5FACCON.36535.GENCONTR under the voter-approved E-SPLOST V program. A budget reallocation of $5,166,440 from program contingency is required to fund this project.
Contact: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483
Effective: Upon board approval
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
8. Approval of Additional Scope of Work and Related Amendment in an Amount Not to Exceed $216,294.00 to the Architectural Services Contract for the E-SPLOST V Project 322-35 for Redan Middle School Major Building System Replacement (3 docs)
Why: To provide the Redan MS facility with further needed improvements. The additional scope of work was recommended by the project’s design professionals and/or requested by DCSD Facilities. The requested amendment to the architectural services contract for this project would cover the expected costs of both the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original scope of work for this project.
- E-SPLOST V - RMS Design Budget Reallocation AID 1434903 Read Text
- GMC EXECUTED - Redan MS Amendment #1 AID 1434904 Read Text
- Chronology of the Agenda Item AID 1434905 Read Text
Details
Summary: Presented by: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education approve additional scope of work for E-SPLOST V Project 32235: Redan MS to include roof replacement as needed as well as the approval of a related amendment to the architectural services contract for this project.
Details: The E-SPLOST V Project 32235: Redan MS currently has a scope of work which includes “Major building system replacement with emphasis on plumbing fixtures”.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...roof replacement and HVAC system replacement.”
It is also requested that an amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for this project be approved. This amendment would cover the additional design cost associated with the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original project scope of work.
It is requested that the scope of work be expanded to include “...roof replacement and HVAC system replacement.”
It is also requested that an amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood for this project be approved. This amendment would cover the additional design cost associated with the additional scope of work as well as cost escalation associated with the original project scope of work.
Financial impact: A budget adjustment of $216,294.00 will be necessary to cover the additional cost of the amendment to the architectural services contract with Goodwyn Mills Cawood.
This budget adjustment would move $216,294 from E-SPLOST V Project 60235: Program Contingency (cost code: SP5MANG .60235.PRGCONTIN) to E-SPLOST V Project 32235: Redan MS (cost code: SP5FACCON .32235.ARCHITECT).
This budget adjustment would move $216,294 from E-SPLOST V Project 60235: Program Contingency (cost code: SP5MANG .60235.PRGCONTIN) to E-SPLOST V Project 32235: Redan MS (cost code: SP5FACCON .32235.ARCHITECT).
Contact: Mr. Richard Boyd, Interim Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, 678.676.1483
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Mr. Hans Williams, Director of Planning & E-SPLOST Programming, Division of Operations, 678.676.1588
Effective: Upon board approval
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
9. READY FOR ACTION ~ Amendment to the Bylaws & Policies: NEW Board Policy IKBB, Divisive Concepts Complaint Resolution Process (2 docs)
Why: Title 20 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated was amended in Article 1 of Chapter 1 by adding a new Code section about divisive concepts. “Divisive Concepts” means any of the following concepts, including views espousing the following:
a. One race is superior to another race;
b. The United States of America is fundamentally racist;
c. An individual, by virtue of his or her race, is inherently or consciously racist or oppressive toward individuals of other races;
d. An individual should be discriminated against or receive adverse treatment solely or partly because of his or her race;
e. An individual’s moral character is inherently determined by his or her race;
f. An individual, solely by virtue of his or her race, bears individual responsibility for actions committed in the past by other individuals of the same race;
g. An individual, solely by virtue of his or her race, should feel anguish, guilt or any other form of psychological distress;
h. Performance-based advancement or the recognition and appreciation of character traits such as hard work ethic are racist or have been advocated for by individuals of a particular race to oppress individuals of another race; or
i. Any other form of race scapegoating or race stereotyping.
a. One race is superior to another race;
b. The United States of America is fundamentally racist;
c. An individual, by virtue of his or her race, is inherently or consciously racist or oppressive toward individuals of other races;
d. An individual should be discriminated against or receive adverse treatment solely or partly because of his or her race;
e. An individual’s moral character is inherently determined by his or her race;
f. An individual, solely by virtue of his or her race, bears individual responsibility for actions committed in the past by other individuals of the same race;
g. An individual, solely by virtue of his or her race, should feel anguish, guilt or any other form of psychological distress;
h. Performance-based advancement or the recognition and appreciation of character traits such as hard work ethic are racist or have been advocated for by individuals of a particular race to oppress individuals of another race; or
i. Any other form of race scapegoating or race stereotyping.
Details
Summary: Presented by: Ms. Marissa Key, Executive Director of Employee Relations, Division of Human Resources
Request: It is requested that the Board of Education accept the proposed Board Policy IKBB: Divisive Concepts Complaint Resolution Process. The policy has laid on the table for stakeholder feedback after the First Read presentation at the August 10, 2022 Board meeting.
Details: The DeKalb County Board of Education, its Superintendent, and each school shall prohibit an employee from discriminating against students and other employees based on race.
The DeKalb County Board of Education, its Superintendent, and each school shall ensure that curricula and training programs encourage employees and students to practice tolerance and mutual respect and to refrain from judging others based on race.
The DeKalb County Board of Education and each local school may provide curricula or training programs that foster learning and workplace environments where all students, employees, and school community members are respected; provided, however, that any curriculum, classroom instruction, or mandatory training program, whether delivered or facilitated by school personnel or a third party engaged by a school or local school system, shall not advocate for divisive concepts.
Nothing in this policy shall be construed or applied to:
Inhibit or violate the rights protected by the Constitutions of Georgia and the United States of America or undermine intellectual freedom and free expression;
Infringe upon the intellectual vitality of students and employees of local boards of education, local school systems or other schools;
Prohibit a local board of education, local school system, or other school from promoting concepts such as tolerance, mutual respect, cultural sensitivity, or cultural competency; provided, however, that such efforts do not conflict with the requirements of this policy, O.C.G.A. §20-1-11 and other applicable laws;
Prohibit a school administrator, teacher or other school personnel, or an individual facilitating a training program from responding in a professionally and academically appropriate manner and without espousing personal political beliefs to questions regarding specific divisive concepts raised by students, school community members or participants in a training program;
Prohibit the discussion of divisive concepts, as part of a larger course of instruction, in a professionally and academically appropriate manner and without espousing personal political beliefs;
Prohibit the full and rigorous implementation of locally approved curriculum linked to Georgia Standards of Excellence, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, dual enrollment coursework, or elements of such curricula; provided, however, that such implementation is done in a professionally and academically appropriate manner and without espousing personal political beliefs;
Prohibit the use of curricula that addresses the topics of slavery, racial oppression, racial segregation, or racial discrimination, including topics relating to the enactment and enforcement of laws resulting in racial oppression, segregation, and discrimination in a professionally and academically appropriate manner and without espousing personal political beliefs;
Create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, by any party against a local board of education, local school system, or other school, or the departments, agencies, entities, officers, employees, agents, or any other personnel affiliated with such local board of education, local school system, or other school; or
Prohibit a state or federal court or agency of competent jurisdiction from ordering training or other remedial action that discusses divisive concepts due to a finding of discrimination, including discrimination based on race.
The DeKalb County Board of Education, its Superintendent, and each school shall ensure that curricula and training programs encourage employees and students to practice tolerance and mutual respect and to refrain from judging others based on race.
The DeKalb County Board of Education and each local school may provide curricula or training programs that foster learning and workplace environments where all students, employees, and school community members are respected; provided, however, that any curriculum, classroom instruction, or mandatory training program, whether delivered or facilitated by school personnel or a third party engaged by a school or local school system, shall not advocate for divisive concepts.
Nothing in this policy shall be construed or applied to:
Inhibit or violate the rights protected by the Constitutions of Georgia and the United States of America or undermine intellectual freedom and free expression;
Infringe upon the intellectual vitality of students and employees of local boards of education, local school systems or other schools;
Prohibit a local board of education, local school system, or other school from promoting concepts such as tolerance, mutual respect, cultural sensitivity, or cultural competency; provided, however, that such efforts do not conflict with the requirements of this policy, O.C.G.A. §20-1-11 and other applicable laws;
Prohibit a school administrator, teacher or other school personnel, or an individual facilitating a training program from responding in a professionally and academically appropriate manner and without espousing personal political beliefs to questions regarding specific divisive concepts raised by students, school community members or participants in a training program;
Prohibit the discussion of divisive concepts, as part of a larger course of instruction, in a professionally and academically appropriate manner and without espousing personal political beliefs;
Prohibit the full and rigorous implementation of locally approved curriculum linked to Georgia Standards of Excellence, Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, dual enrollment coursework, or elements of such curricula; provided, however, that such implementation is done in a professionally and academically appropriate manner and without espousing personal political beliefs;
Prohibit the use of curricula that addresses the topics of slavery, racial oppression, racial segregation, or racial discrimination, including topics relating to the enactment and enforcement of laws resulting in racial oppression, segregation, and discrimination in a professionally and academically appropriate manner and without espousing personal political beliefs;
Create any right or benefit, substantive or procedural, enforceable at law or in equity, by any party against a local board of education, local school system, or other school, or the departments, agencies, entities, officers, employees, agents, or any other personnel affiliated with such local board of education, local school system, or other school; or
Prohibit a state or federal court or agency of competent jurisdiction from ordering training or other remedial action that discusses divisive concepts due to a finding of discrimination, including discrimination based on race.
Financial impact: There is no financial impact.
Contact: Ms. Marissa Key, Executive Director of Employee Relations, Division of Human Resources, 678.676.0105
Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum and Instruction, 678.676.0731
Ms. Stacy E. Stepney, Chief Academic Officer, Division of Curriculum and Instruction, 678.676.0731
Effective: Upon Board of Education’s approval.
Status: Approved by General Counsel.
E. ADJOURN
Details
Summary: It is requested that the DeKalb County Board of Education adjourn the September 21, 2022 virtual called meeting.
Motion by: ____________
Seconded by: __________
Vote: _____
Motion by: ____________
Seconded by: __________
Vote: _____
No agenda items found.