EXECUTIVE SESSION, WORK SESSION, COMMUNITY INPUT SESSION &
BUSINESS MEETING
OF THE
DEKALB COUNTY BOARD OF EDUCATION
March 11, 2024
The DeKalb County Board of Education held its Executive Session, Work Session, Community
Input Session and Business Meeting on Monday, March 11, 2024, in the J. David Williamson
Board Room, at the DeKalb County School District’s Robert R. Freeman Administrative
Instructional Complex, 1701 Mountain Industrial Boulevard, Stone Mountain, Georgia.
Mr. Diijon DaCosta, Sr. convened the meeting at 11:34 am and noted the following were in
attendance; Mr. Diijon DaCosta, Sr., Mrs. Deirdre P. Pierce, Mrs. Anna Hill, Mrs. Vickie B.
Turner and Superintendent, Dr. Devon Q. Horton. Ms. McGinniss joined the meeting virtually;
Dr. Joyce Morley attended the meeting in person.
Also in attendance were General Counsel Attorney, Ms. Melanie Slaton, Mr. Aaron Webb and
Executive Director to the Board, Ms. Carolyn Lloyd.
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. led the pledge of allegiance.
ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. called to adopt the agenda for the March 11, 2024 work session and business
meeting.
With no objections, the March 11, 2024, work session and business meeting agenda was
approved.
SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT and COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
1. Superintendent’s Report – No Agenda Item This Month
Presented by: Dr. Devon Q. Horton, Superintendent
2. Committee of the Whole Presentations
a. Technology Update
Presented by: Ms. Monika Davis, Chief Information Officer, Division of
Information and Instructional Technology
REVIEW OF AGENDA ITEMS FOR THE MARCH 11, 2024, BUSINESS MEETING
09.01.
BOARD OF EDUCATION – No Agenda Item This Month
09.02.a
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. requested that the Board of Education approve the minutes of the following
meetings: February 12, 2024, board meeting which includes the executive session, work
session, community input session and business meeting, the March 6, 2024 virtual strategic plan
board work session, and the March 7, 2024 audit committee meeting.
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09.03.a.i.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the renewal and ratification of ITB 20-752-037 for Plumbing
Contractor Services to K.E.G. Plumbing & Mechanical, Inc., MAXAIR Mechanical, LLC,
Sid’s Sewer and Drain, Inc., and The Elite Plumber, LLC for an additional year in the
amount not to exceed $5,000,000. Mrs. Turner objected to this agenda item. It was removed
from the consent agenda and would be voted on separately.
09.03.a. ii.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve a budget adjustment to cover additional costs for intercom and
communication services in the not to exceed amount of $750,000, to the current term of the
contract. This brings the total contract amount for the first service year to $1,050,000.
09.03.a.iii.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the award of the General Contractor Services for the Stone
Mountain High School Weight Room Floor Project to Paryani Construction, one of the
awarded vendors under the State of Georgia Indefinite Quantity Construction Contract for a not
to exceed the amount of $239,800.06, to repair and reinforce the floor under the weight room.
09.03.a. iv.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education authorize the District to use the Statewide Contract for Maintenance,
Repair, and Operations (MRO) Services with WW Grainger for the installation of radios in
accordance with the State of Georgia MRO Contract for an amount not-to-exceed $191,155.
09.03.a.v.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education authorize the District to use the Statewide Contract for Maintenance,
Repair, and Operations (MRO) Services with WW Grainger for the installation of door alarms
in accordance with the State of Georgia MRO Contract in an amount not-to-exceed
$1,420,174.56.
09.03.a.vi.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education authorize the purchase of the following security resources, including products and
installation services from the identified vendors to enhance security in an amount not to exceed
$426,352.75.
Charter School Security Resources
Schools Vendor Total
DeKalb Academy of Technology and Honeywell $ 40,114.00
Environment
DeKalb PATH Academy ADT Commerical $ 65,347.66
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International Community School
GLOBE Academy upper campus Defcon Products, LLC $ 23,338.00
GLOBE Academy upper campus Visiplex Inc $ 23,336.00
GLOBE Academy lower campus Knine All Systems $ 72,253.96
GLOBE Academy upper campus
GLOBE Academy lower campus Chamblee Fence Company, $ 27,740.00
Inc
MUSEUM School of Avondale Estates Raptor Technologies, LLC $ 2,172.00
International Community School Solar Installation Services $ 13,150.00
International Community School Hallmark Enterprise of $ 9,300.00
Georgia 345
Leadership Prep Academy Onyx Business Services $ 37,294.00
MUSEUM School of Avondale Estates Flock Safety Flock Group, $ 19,950.00
Inc.
PATH Academy Classic Entry Systems, Inc. $ 19,488.00
PATH Academy ICU Security Inc $ 19,999.85
TAPESTRY Public Charter Entertainment Technology $ 15,359.28
Inc.
TAPESTRY Public Charter Summit Fence $ 20,910.00
TAPESTRY Public Charter Cliff's Fire Extinguisher Co. $ 16,600.00
Inc.
TOTAL $ 426,352.75
09.03.a.vii.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the contract for rental of the Georgia State Convocation Center
for 23 Graduation Ceremonies in the amount not to exceed $323,330.
09.03.b.i.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the contract for the State of Georgia Contract 99999-
SPD00001370005 for the lease purchase of digital equipment for the DCSD Copy Center to
Canon Solutions America in the amount not to exceed $170,000 for all maintenance and
supplies excluding paper. This recommendation is for the first year of a 5-year Lease
Agreement starting March 12, 2024 through October 31, 2024.
09.03.b.ii.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the contract for RFP No. 22-491 for district Graduation Audio
Visual Services to Real Eyes Production in the amount not to exceed $250,000. This agenda
item seeks the Board of Education approval for the initial one-year contract, with three, one-
year renewal options.
09.03.c.i.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the Board of
Education approve the contract renewal of Bid 19-752-050 for "turnkey" GPS Technology Systems to
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Education Logistics, Inc. (EDULOG). This is for year four (4) of four (4) one-year contract renewal
options. The date of renewal period will be from March 13, 2024, through March 12, 2025 .
09.03.c.ii.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the selection of R and W Motor Coach to provide Motor Coach
Bus services in an amount not to exceed $80,000. The services will be used to transport
students from the 24 high schools to the graduation site (GA State Convocation Center)
beginning May 11, 2024 and concluding on May 19, 2024.
09.03.d.
SCHOOL NUTRITION SERVICES – No Agenda Items This Month
09.03.e.i.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the award of RFP No. 24-752-014 to SRS, Inc. the most
responsive and responsible Offeror whose proposal is the most advantageous to the Board based
on the evaluation factors, for design/build roof replacement services at Kittredge Magnet
School, McLendon Elementary School, Ronald E. McNair Sr., High School and Oak View
Elementary School for a not-to-exceed amount of $10,059,000.
09.03.e.ii.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the award of RFP No. 24-752-015 to SRS, Inc., the most
responsive and responsible Offeror whose proposal is the most advantageous to the Board based
on the evaluation factors, for design/build roof replacement services at Lithonia High School,
Jolly Elementary School and Martin Luther King Jr., High School for a not-to-exceed amount
of $8,174,350.
09.03.e.iii.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the award of RFP No. 24-752-018 to F.H. Paschen, S.N. Nielsen
& Associates LLC the most responsive and responsible Offeror whose proposal is the most
advantageous to the Board based on the evaluation factors, for design/build pavement upgrade
services at Hambrick Elementary School, Jolly Elementary School, Oakcliff Traditional Theme
School, Stone Mill Elementary School and Stone Mountain Elementary School for a not-to-
exceed amount of $3,700,000.
09.03.e. iv.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the award of RFQu No. 24-752-012 for construction management
services for the Bob Mathis Elementary School, Chapel Hill Elementary School and E.L. Bouie
Elementary School to Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC the most responsive and responsible
Offeror whose proposal is the most advantageous to the Board based on the evaluation factors
set forth in the Request for Qualifications solicitation document.
In addition, it requested that the Board of Education approve a not-to-exceed amount of
$100,000, for the Pre-Construction Phase Fee associated with this contract agreement.
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Additional packages will be presented to the Board of Education for approval as indicated
below:
An early release package will be presented in Spring 2024
The final Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) will be presented in Fall 2024.
Additional sub packages may be presented to the Board of Education for approval as needed.
09.03.e.v.
Mr. Erick Hofstetter, Chief Operating Officer, Division of Operations, requested that the
Board of Education approve the award of RFQu No. 24-752-013 for construction management
services for the Martin Luther King, Jr., High School and Panola Way Elementary School to
Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC, the most responsive and responsible Offeror whose
proposal is the most advantageous to the Board based on the evaluation factors set forth in the
Request for Qualifications solicitation document.
In addition, it requested that the Board of Education approve a not-to-exceed amount of
$100,000 for the Pre-Construction Phase Fee associated with this contract agreement.
Additional packages will be presented to the Board of Education for approval as indicated
below:
An early release package will be presented in Spring 2024.
The final Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) will be presented in the Fall of
2024.
Additional sub packages may be presented to the Board of Education for approval as needed.
09.04.a.i.
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve the contract for asset
management, applicant tracking absence management, professional development management,
and employee evaluation management services with Frontline Education in an amount not to
exceed $737,981.22. This will be an annual subscription to be presented to the BOE each fiscal
year.
09.04.b.i.
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve a one-year extension
of RFP 20-07, District-Wide Cabling Equipment and Services, to Integrated Communication
Networks, Inc. This will be a one-year extension to support ongoing district cabling projects.
09.04.b.ii.
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve a one-year extension
of RFP 20-516, District Wide Wireless Infrastructure Equipment and Services to Integrated
Communications Network (ICN), Inc. All purchases exceeding $100,000 will be presented to
the Board of Education for consideration and approval. This will be a one-year extension to
support ongoing district projects.
09.04.c.i.
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve an extension of the
contract for Category 1: Switch & GBICS Equipment and Maintenance & Technical
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Support to CDW-G LLC in an amount not to exceed $1,676,823.50. This award is in
accordance with the federal government's E-rate bidding process and allows the district to
continue seeking Category 1 reimbursement for switches and GBICS equipment, accessories,
services, and maintenance.
09.04.c.ii.
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve an extension of the
contract for Category 2: Switch & GBICS Equipment and Maintenance & Technical
Support to CDW-G LLC in an amount not to exceed $13,565,232.30. This award is in
accordance with the federal government's E-rate bidding process and allows the district to
continue seeking Category 2 reimbursement for switches and GBICS equipment, accessories,
services, and maintenance.
09.04.c.iii.
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve an extension of the
contract for Self-Provisioned Fiber (Stadium SPN) to the Zayo Group in an amount not to
exceed $320,145.46. This award is in accordance with the federal government's E-rate bidding
process and allows the district to continue seeking Category 2 reimbursement for Internet
Connections and non-recurring services.
09.04.c.iv
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve an extension of
the contract for Self-Provisioned Fiber Equipment (Stadium SPN) to Layer 3 in an amount
not to exceed $108,844.90. This award is in accordance with the federal government's E-rate
bidding process and allows the district to continue seeking Category 1 reimbursement for fiber-
related stadium equipment.
09.04.c.v.
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve an extension of
the contract for Self-Provisioned Fiber Maintenance to the Zayo Group in an amount not
exceed $205,320. This award is in accordance with the federal government's E-rate bidding
process and allows the district to continue seeking Category 1 reimbursement for maintenance
of the district's self-provisioned fiber plant. This is year 2 of a five-year agreement.
09.04.c.vi.
Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve an extension of the
contract for Fiber Cabling – Wiring Closets to Integrated Communication Network (ICN)
Inc. in an amount not to exceed $1,948,997.40. This award is in accordance with the federal
government's E-rate bidding process and allows the district to continue seeking Category 2
reimbursement for fiber cabling and services.
09.04.d.i.
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Ms. Monika Davis, Chief of Information & Instructional Technology, Division of Information
& Instructional Technology requested that the Board of Education approve the purchase of the
implementation services from Tyler Technologies in an amount not to exceed $525,475.
09.05.a.i
Mr. Byron Schueneman, Chief Financial Officer, Division of Finance, requested that the Board
of Education accept the January 2024 Monthly Financial Report. Dr. Morley objected to this
agenda item. It was removed from the consent agenda and would be voted on separately.
09.05.b.
RISK ASSESSMENT – No Agenda Items This Month
09.06.a.
Dr. Tekshia Ward-Smith, Administrator, Division of Human Resources, requested that the
Board of Education approve the 2024 Human Resources Report for March.
09.07.
SCHOOLS & LEADERSHIP - No Agenda Items This Month
09.07.a.
ATHLETICS – No Agenda Items This Month
09.08.
CURRICULUM & INSTRUCTION – No Agenda Items This Month
09.09.
EQUITY & STUDENT EMPOWERMENT – No Agenda Items This Month
09.10.
OFFICE OF ACCOUNTABILITY & CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT – No Agenda Items
This Month
09.11.a.i
Mr. Michael Harris, Manager of Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement and
Innovative Partnerships requested that the Board of Education accept a donation of $3,000,
which equates to $1,000.00 from the Lidl Grocery Chain to Cedar Grove, Lakeside, and Miller
Grove High Schools.
09.11.a. ii.
Mr. Michael Harris, Manager of Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement and
Innovative Partnerships requested that the Board of Education accept the adoption and potential
donations of $1,000.00 per quarter from the Lidl Grocery Chain to the S.A.F.E. Centers at Dr.
M.L. King Jr., McNair, and Stone Mountain High Schools to be used for a new Lidl grocery
store at the DCSD S.A.F.E. Centers.
09.11.a.iii.
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Mr. Michael Harris, Manager of Partnerships, Division of Community Engagement and
Innovative Partnerships requested that the Board of Education accepts the donation of $75,000
from Soccer in the Streets which is aligned to the organization’s core philanthropic pillars of
improving and maintaining facility conditions and to develop and increase sustainable funding
for facilities. . Dr. Morley objected to this agenda item. It was removed from the consent agenda
and would be moved to the April BoE meeting.
09.12.
OFFICE OF AUDITS & COMPLIANCE – No Agenda Item This Month
AMENDMENT TO THE BYLAWS AND POLICIES
E.1.
Mr. Aaron Webb, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. requested that the Board of
Education accept the amendment to Board Policy JHC: Student Organizations as a FIRST
READ to lay on the table for stakeholder feedback and be approved for adoption at the April 15,
2024 board meeting.
E.2.
Mr. Aaron Webb, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. requested that the Board of
Education accept the recommendation to delete Board Policy JHB: Student Activities Funds
Management.
E.3.
Mr. Aaron Webb, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. requested that the Board of
Education accept the recommendation to amend Board Policy JB: Student Attendance to make
updates related to Georgia Board of Education Rule 160-5-1.10 and to update the District’s
policies related to student withdrawals as a result of consecutive absences per Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 covering individuals with disabilities as well as Individualized
Education Programs (IEPs).
E.4.
Mr. Aaron Webb, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. requested that the Board of
Education accept the amendment to Board Policy JGCD: Medication to make updates related to
the administration of emergency mediations.
E.5.
Mr. Aaron Webb, General Counsel, Hall Booth Smith, PC. requested that the Board of
Education approve the amendment to Board Policy JF: Academic Achievement to reflect the
current state of DeKalb County School District practices as it relates to diplomas and evidence
of academic achievement.
Mr. DaCosta motioned to amend the agenda to add a special committee made up of no more
than 3 board members. The committee would review and revise the “B” policies.
Second by Mrs. Pierce. With a vote of 5/1 – abstention from Dr. Morley, The amendment to add
the Policy “B” Review Team to the consent agenda was approved.
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Mr. DaCosta opened the floor for nominations by nominating Mrs. Vickie B. Turner to be on
the Policy “B” Review Team.
Mrs. Pierce nominated Ms. Whitney McGinniss to also be on the Policy “B” Review Team.
Mrs. Turner and Ms. McGinniss both accepted their nominations. With separate votes of 5/1 –
abstention by Dr. Morley, Mrs. Turner and Ms. McGinniss would both be on the Policy “B”
Review Team.
STUDENT BOARD REPRESENTATIVE – Superintendent, Dr. Horton introduced Student
Representatives, Miss Joselin Garcia, Lakeside High School, 11 th Grade.
RECOGNITIONS
a. Proclamation: National School Social Work Week Proclamation
Presented by: Mrs. Anna Hill, Board Member, District 1
b. Proclamation: 2024 Youth Art and Music Appreciation Month
Presented by: Mrs. Anna Hill, Board Member, District 1
c. Recognition: National ESEA Distinguished School ~ Robert Shaw Traditional Theme
School
Presented by: Mrs. Vickie B. Turner, Board Member, District 5
d. Recognition: Miss Ayla Evans, Southwest DeKalb High School Wrestling Team 2024
Presented by: Mr. Diijon DaCosta, Chair
e. Recognition: Mr. Isaiah Scott, Southwest DeKalb High School Wrestling Team 2024
Presented by: Mrs. Vickie B. Turner, Board Member, District 5
f. Proclamation: 2024 School Board Appreciation Week
Presented by: Dr. Devon Q. Horton, Superintendent
GROUP / EXTERNAL PRESENTATION
Redan High School Drumline performed to celebrate the board members for School Board
Appreciation Month.
ADJOURN TO AN EXECUTIVE SESSION
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. called for a motion to adjourn March 11, 2024, meeting to an executive
session for the purpose of discussing permitted matters regarding litigation, land, legal,
personnel, and student appeals.
On a motion by Mrs. Hill seconded by Mrs. Pierce and with a vote of (6/0), the March 11, 2024,
meeting adjourned to executive session at 2:31 pm.
ADJOURN THE EXECUTIVE SESSION
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Mr. DaCosta, Sr. called to adjourn the March 11, 2024, executive session to convene the work
session and business meeting
On a motion by Mrs. Hill seconded by Mrs. Turner and with a vote of (5/0), the March 11,
2024, executive session adjourned to the work session at 5:45 pm.
PERSONNEL RECOMMENDATIONS FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
G.2.a.
Dr. Tekshia Ward-Smith, Administrator, Division of Human Resources, requested that the
Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Ms. Kiana King to the position of
Executive Director of Exceptional Education in the Division of Student Services. Dr. Morley
objected to this agenda item. It was removed from the consent agenda and would be voted on
separately.
G.2.b.
Dr. Tekshia Ward-Smith, Administrator, Division of Human Resources, requested that the
Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Mr. Harold Eric Hilton to the
position of Chief Legal Officer in the Division of Legal Services. Dr. Morley objected to this
agenda item. It was removed from the consent agenda and would be voted on separately.
G.3.c.
Dr. Tekshia Ward-Smith, Administrator, Division of Human Resources, requested that the
Board of Education approve the hiring recommendation of Dr. Kermit Belcher to the position
of Deputy Chief Technology Officer in the Division of Information and Instructional
Technology. Dr. Morley objected to this agenda item. It was removed from the consent agenda
and would be voted on separately.
CONVENE THE BUSINESS MEETING
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. requested to convene the March 11, 2024, business meeting.
On a motion by Mrs. Hill second by Mrs. Turner and with a vote of (5/0), the business meeting
convened.
The community input session began at 5:47pm.
COMMUNITY INPUT SESSION AND BUSINESS MEETING
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. convened the Community Input Session and Mrs. Pierce read the Guidelines
for Public Comments.
The following individuals addressed the Board:
1. Venola Mason
2. Dr. Roberta Barber
3. Michael Bernard
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CONSENT AGENDA
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. called for a motion to approve the March 11, 2024, consent agenda items.
On a motion by Mrs. Turner, second by Mrs. Hill and with a vote of (6/0) the motion passed to
approve the consent agenda.
ACTION ITEM(S)
J.1. APPROVAL OF AN ITEM(S) FROM EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Agenda Item: Student Appeal # 24-23
Motion by Mrs. Pierce. Second by Mrs. Hill
All in favor – 6 Motion passed 6/0.
b. Agenda Item: Student Appeal # 24-24
Motion by Mrs. Turner. Second by Mrs. Hill
All in favor – 6, Motion passed 6/0.
c. Agenda Item: Student Appeal # 24-25
Motion by Mrs. Hill. Second by Mrs. Turner
All in favor – 6, Motion passed 6/0.
d. Agenda Item: Student Appeal # 24-26
Motion by Mrs. Pierce. Second by Mrs. Turner
All in favor – 6, Motion passed 6/0.
e. Agenda Item: Student Appeal # 24-27
Motion by Mrs. Hill. Second by Mrs. Pierce
All in favor – 6, Motion passed 6/0
J.2. APPROVAL OF AN AGENDA ITEM(S) PULLED FROM THE CONSENT
AGENDA
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. called for a motion to approve the following Action Items which were
NOT placed on the consent agenda.
a. Agenda Item: D.3.a.i. Plumbing Contractor Services, ITB No. 20-752-037
Renewal and Ratification Approval – Year 3 of 4 (Elite Plumber, LLC, K.E.G.
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Plumbing & Mechanical, Inc., MAXAIR Mechanical, LLC, and Sid’s Sewer and
Drain, Inc. For An Additional Year (Not to exceed $5,000,000)
Motion by Mrs. Turner. Second by Mrs. Hill
All in favor – 6, Motion passed 6/0.
b. Agenda Item: D. 5.a.i. Acceptance of the January 2024 Monthly Financial Report
Motion by Mrs. Hill Second by Mrs. Pierce
All in favor - 6, Motion passed 6/0.
c. Agenda Item: G.2.a. Personnel Recommendation for the position of Executive
Director of Exceptional Education in the Division of Student Services.
Motion by Mrs. Turner. Second by Mrs. Pierce
All in favor - 5, Abstention by Dr. Morley. Motion passed 5 to 1.
d. Agenda Item: G.2.b. Personnel Recommendation for the position of Chief Legal
Officer in the Division of Legal Services.
Motion by Mrs. Hill Second by Mrs. Pierce
All in favor – 5. Opposition by Dr. Morley. Motion passed 5 to 1.
e. Agenda Item: G.2.c. Personnel Recommendation for the position of Deputy Chief
Technology Officer in the Division of Information and Instructional Technology.
Motion by Mrs. Turner. Second by Mrs. Pierce.
All in favor – 5. Opposition by Dr. Morley. Motion passed 5/ 1.
ADJOURN
Mr. DaCosta, Sr. asked if there were any objections to adjourn the March 11, 2024, work
session and business meeting.
With no objections, the work session and business meeting adjourned at 6:41 pm.
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Secretary Ex-Officio Chair