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Ascension Parish School Board public meetings in 2020

66 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 14, 2020

Discipline Policy Review Committee

Committee to review virtual learning behavioral guidelines

The Discipline Policy Review Committee will meet to discuss and approve behavioral expectations and guidelines for students participating in virtual learning. This is the committee's only substantive item, with roll call and adjournment as procedural matters.

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✓ Decided: Committee adopts Virtual Handbook and updates student rights guidelines

The Discipline Policy Review Committee adopted the Virtual Handbook for Parents to comply with state law. The committee also approved a statement incorporating the virtual handbook into the Students’ Rights & Responsibilities Handbook.

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Wed Dec 9, 2020

Child Nutrition Committee Meeting - Ascension Public Schools Operations Center - 4:00P.M.

Child Nutrition Committee to discuss Fall 2020 update

The Ascension Parish School Board's Child Nutrition Committee will receive a Fall 2020 Child Nutrition Update as a discussion and information item. The meeting will also include board comments and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Child Nutrition Committee receives Fall 2020 update

The committee reviewed a report on child nutrition operations, including a decrease in federal reimbursements and meal participation. No formal votes or policy decisions were recorded during the meeting.

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Tue Dec 1, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville High School - 6:30P.M.

Board approves special counsel for opioid litigation, land purchase, and artificial turf plans

The Ascension Parish School Board voted to hire special counsel to pursue claims related to the opioid crisis, approved the purchase of 1.23 acres from Christopher and May Haag, and advanced several consent agenda items including architectural services for artificial turf at five high school stadiums, a classroom addition bid for East Ascension High, cafeteria equipment for Gonzales Primary, and video surveillance cameras. The board also appointed a member to the Discipline Policy Review Committee and approved a new teleconference participation policy.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves opioid litigation counsel and property purchase

The board approved hiring special counsel to pursue opioid crisis claims and authorized the purchase of 1.23 acres of land. Several facility bids and district policies were approved via a consent agenda. The board also re-elected its officers.

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Tue Dec 1, 2020

Policy Committee Meeting - December 1, 2020 (Donaldsonville High - Commons) 6:00 pm

Policy Committee reviews school board policies for upcoming consent agenda

The Policy Committee met to review and approve several policy updates from the Act 48 Policy Alert Newsletter. The committee voted to place these items on the consent agenda for the next full board meeting.

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✓ Decided: Policy Committee approves moving four school policies to the board consent agenda

The Policy Committee reviewed and approved four policies from the Act 48 Policy Alert Newsletter. These items were moved to the consent agenda for the next board meeting.

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Tue Nov 17, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School - Cafetorium 6:30P.M.

School board approves ITEP tax exemptions for Westlake Vinyls and Veolia

The Ascension Parish School Board approved resolutions to participate in the Industrial Tax Exemption Program for Westlake Vinyls Company and Veolia North America Regeneration Services, granting them tax exemptions. The board also approved a new student attendance zone boundary for Sugar Mill Primary and a one-time pay for the 2020-2021 school year. Consent agenda items included approval of reroofing bids for Donaldsonville High School and Central Middle School.

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Tue Nov 17, 2020

Strategic Planning Committee - Central Middle School - Cafetorium 4:45P.M.

Committee reviews recommendation for artificial turf at five high school stadiums

The Strategic Planning Committee voted to recommend RFQ-22 for architectural services for artificial turf at five high school stadiums. They also approved a property acquisition. A survey data review for Prairieville High School's mascot and colors was discussed but no vote taken.

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Tue Nov 17, 2020

Policy Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - 5:15P.M.

School board policy committee approves 9 policy updates for consent agenda

The Policy Committee reviewed and approved nine policy updates from the 2020 Legislation Alert, covering topics from teleconference meetings to child abuse. All items were voted to be placed on the consent agenda for the next full board meeting. The meeting also included board comments and adjournment.

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Tue Oct 27, 2020

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Bluff Middle School - 6:30P.M.

School board receives info on tax exemptions for two industrial expansions

The board heard informative presentations from the Ascension Economic Development Corporation regarding Westlake Vinyls Company and Veolia North America Regeneration Services, LLC, both considering expansions in Geismar and Burnside respectively. No action was requested on the Industrial Tax Exemption Program participation. The board also approved consent agenda items including personnel reports, flood insurance renewals, and a bid for water bottle filler retrofits. An executive session was held to discuss the superintendent's annual evaluation.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves water bottle filler retrofits and insurance renewals

The board approved the September 2020 personnel report, December 2020 flood insurance renewals, and a contract for district-wide water bottle filler retrofits. Members also reviewed the 2020 Organizational Long-Term Plan and held an executive session for the superintendent's annual evaluation.

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Tue Oct 27, 2020

Strategic Planning Committee - Bluff Middle School 5:30P.M.- 6:30P.M.

Committee reviews attendance zones for Sugar Mill Primary

The Strategic Planning Committee is reviewing proposed student attendance zones for Sugar Mill Primary. Members will discuss public feedback collected via online surveys and meetings at Central Middle School. The committee may recommend a plan to the full Board or request more information.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends Sugar Mill Primary Boundary Plan D for board vote

The Strategic Planning Committee voted to place a specific attendance zone plan for Sugar Mill Primary on the November 17, 2020, school board agenda. The committee also recommended narrowing the mascot and color choices for Prairieville High School to two options for a follow-up survey.

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Tue Oct 20, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - St. Amant High School - 6:30P.M.

School board to vote on $42M in refunding bonds

The Ascension Parish School Board will consider the issuance and sale of up to $42 million in taxable general obligation refunding bonds for refinancing existing debt. They will also vote on approving a bond purchase agreement and an official statement for general obligation school bonds. The consent agenda includes items such as monthly Head Start services reports, drone insurance coverage, and reconsideration of movable vehicular property. The board will hold an executive session to discuss the superintendent's annual evaluation.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves $42 million in refunding bonds

The board approved the issuance and sale of up to $42 million in Taxable General Obligation School Refunding Bonds. Other actions included approving drone insurance and a Bond Purchase Agreement for Series 2020 bonds.

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Tue Oct 20, 2020

Technology Committee - St. Amant High School 4:45P.M.-5:15P.M.

Technology Committee discusses RFPs, E-rate, cyber security, and school opening

The Ascension Parish School Board Technology Committee will discuss requests for proposals and bids, receive an E-rate update, review proposed cyber security policy changes from ForeThought, and discuss technology department successes for the 2020 school opening. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-based, with no binding votes on substantive items.

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✓ Decided: Technology Committee reviews upcoming RFPs and e-rate funding

The committee discussed upcoming Requests for Proposals for access controls, technology parts, network connections, website enhancements, and time keeping. Members reviewed e-rate reimbursement totals and a proposed alternate cybersecurity policy. No formal votes were taken on the discussion items.

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Tue Oct 20, 2020

Insurance Committee Meeting - St. Amant High School - 5:15P.M. - 5:45P.M.

Insurance committee advances flood policy renewal

The Insurance Committee discussed and voted to move a flood policy renewal for December to an upcoming full board agenda. The item was presented by Bret Hughes of Hughes Insurance. The motion carried with three votes in favor and one member not present.

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✓ Decided: Insurance Committee approves $427,405 for flood policy renewals

The Insurance Committee reviewed and approved the December 2020 renewal premiums for flood insurance policies. The item was moved out of committee to be placed on an upcoming agenda.

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Tue Oct 6, 2020

Strategic Planning Committee - Donaldsonville 5:30-6:30

Committee discusses Sugar Mill Primary School boundary options

The Ascension Parish School Board Strategic Planning Committee will discuss boundary options for Sugar Mill Primary School. No action is scheduled; the item is for discussion and information only.

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✓ Decided: Committee selects four boundary plans for Sugar Mill Primary School for public review

The Strategic Planning Committee reviewed eight boundary plans for Sugar Mill Primary School. The committee selected plans 1, 3, 7, and 8 to be presented at public meetings on October 14 and October 15, 2020.

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Tue Oct 6, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville High School 6:30P.M.

School board approves naming new Prairieville High School

The Ascension Parish School Board is approving a consent agenda that includes naming the new high school on Parker Road as Prairieville High School, approving bids for construction and equipment, and adopting insurance policies. The board also receives financial reports and committee updates.

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✓ Decided: School Board names new high school Prairieville High School

The board approved the naming of a new high school on Parker Road and authorized several facility and equipment contracts. Members also reviewed financial reports showing a $5.2 million actual deficit, which was lower than the budgeted amount.

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Mon Oct 5, 2020

Insurance Committee Meeting - Central Middle School -ITTC - 4:30P.M.

Insurance committee approves drone coverage and reconsiders vehicle property

The Insurance Committee reviewed and approved drone insurance coverage and reconsidered coverage for moveable vehicular property. Both motions carried unanimously.

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✓ Decided: Committee moves drone and vehicle insurance items to full board agenda

The Insurance Committee voted to move two insurance proposals to the full board agenda for final action. These include a new liability policy for drones and a change in how the district insures its vehicles.

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Tue Sep 22, 2020

Athletics Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - ITTC 4:45P.M.

Committee will discuss possible video boards for high school stadiums

The Ascension Parish School Board Athletics Committee will discuss the opportunity and timeline for installing video boards at high school stadiums, presented by Lucas Philips of 1 Vision Media. The meeting will also include additional board comments and a motion to adjourn, which was carried.

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✓ Decided: Athletics Committee discusses high school stadium video boards

The committee received an informational presentation regarding the opportunity and timeline for potential video boards at high school stadiums. No substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

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Tue Sep 22, 2020

Strategic Planning Committee - Central Middle School Cafetorium 5:30P.M.

Committee moves new high school naming to full board for approval

The Strategic Planning Committee discussed the Sugar Mill Boundary timeline, the 2020 bond, and options for the new high school on Parker Road, including its name, mascot, and colors. The committee voted to refer the naming decision to the full board for approval. The meeting ended with additional board comments and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Committee selects Prairieville High School as name for new Parker Road school

The Strategic Planning Committee chose the name Prairieville High School for the new facility on Parker Road and moved the decision to the full board for approval. The committee also reviewed boundary options for Sugar Mill Primary School and 2020 bond expenditure timelines.

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Tue Sep 22, 2020

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School Cafetorium - 6:30P.M.

Board to consider health plan renewals and COVID-19 custodial contract

The Ascension Parish School Board is meeting on September 22, 2020, at Central Middle School. The board will consider a consent agenda including approval of group health plan fixed cost renewal effective November 1, 2020, and group retiree Medicare Advantage renewal effective January 1, 2021. Other consent items include the approval of a request for proposal for COVID-19 augmented custodial services and a network infrastructure RFP. The meeting also includes recognition of grant recipients from the Ascension Retired Teachers Association.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves insurance renewals and COVID-19 custodial services

The board approved several consent agenda items including insurance coverage, health plan renewals, and requests for proposals for network infrastructure and custodial services. The board also approved the minutes from the September 1, 2020 meeting.

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Tue Sep 1, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville High School - 6:30P.M.

Board authorizes $140M in bonds for school facilities after election

The board canvassed the August 15 special election results and authorized up to $140 million in general obligation bonds for acquiring and improving school sites, buildings, and equipment. The consent agenda included approval of architectural services for Parker Road High School and renewal of flood insurance policies.

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✓ Decided: Board authorizes $140 million in general obligation bonds for school facilities

The board approved resolutions to canvass election returns and issue up to $140 million in general obligation bonds for school building sites, playgrounds, and facilities. Several administrative items, including the 2020-2021 Pupil Progression Plan and flood policy renewals, were approved via the consent agenda.

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Tue Sep 1, 2020

Insurance Committee Meeting - Donaldsonville High School - 6:00P.M.

Insurance Committee approves health plan renewals and liability coverage

The Insurance Committee voted to approve the group health plan fixed cost renewal effective 11/1/2020 and the group retiree Medicare Advantage renewal effective 1/1/2021. The committee also voted to move a casualty and liability coverage renewal with LARMA to the board agenda and adopted a resolution authorizing the superintendent to sign the Louisiana uninsured/underinsured coverage acceptance or rejection form.

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✓ Decided: Insurance Committee moves health and liability renewals to board agenda

The Insurance Committee approved recommendations for group health and retiree Medicare renewals. The committee also moved casualty and liability coverage and a resolution regarding uninsured/underinsured coverage to the board agenda.

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Mon Aug 31, 2020

Strategic Planning Committee - Central Middle School - ITTC 4:30P.M.

Committee recommends approval of RFP-5132 for project management services

The Strategic Planning Committee voted to move RFP-5132, for Program/Project Management and Disaster/Grant Management Professional Services, to the full board for approval. The meeting was held at Central Middle School in Gonzales. No other substantive items were discussed beyond the recommendation and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends CSRS for project and disaster management services

The Strategic Planning Committee reviewed RFP-5132 for Program/Project Management and Disaster/Grant Management Professional Services. The committee voted to move the recommendation of CSRS to the full board for final approval.

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Tue Aug 18, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School Cafetorium - 6:30PM

Board approves ITEP tax exemption for Borne Technologies

The Ascension Parish School Board voted to approve a resolution for Industrial Tax Exemption Program participation and exemption for Borne Technologies. The board also received information on a donation from Healing Place Church and approved a consent agenda including updates to personnel, harassment, and grievance policies.

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✓ Decided: Board approves tax exemption for Borne Technologies

The board approved a resolution for Borne Technologies to participate in the Industrial Tax Exemption Program. Several policy updates regarding employment and student misconduct were approved via the consent agenda. The board also renewed four administrative contracts.

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Tue Aug 18, 2020

Insurance Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - Cafetorium 6:00P.M.

Committee votes to move flood policy renewal to full board

The Insurance Committee discussed the renewal of flood policies from Hughes Insurance for September. The committee voted unanimously to move the item out of committee to the full board for action. The meeting also included board comments and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Insurance Committee moves flood policy renewal to full board

The committee reviewed a flood insurance renewal proposal from Hughes Insurance for $459,226.00, which includes a 5.5% rate increase and coverage for Bluff Middle and Bluff Ridge Primary. The committee voted to move the item to the full board for further action.

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Tue Aug 18, 2020

Strategic Planning Committee - Central Middle School Cafetorium - 5:30P.M.

Committee reviews architect selection for new high school

The Strategic Planning Committee is discussing and voting on the architectural selection for a new high school, and also discussing the timeline for Sugar Mill Primary School boundary adjustments. A motion on the architect selection has already passed.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends joint venture for new high school architecture

The Strategic Planning Committee approved the recommendation to hire Remson Haley Herpin Architects and Domain Architects for the new high school project. The committee also reviewed a timeline for Sugar Mill Primary School boundary public input meetings.

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Tue Aug 4, 2020

Policy Committee Meeting - August 4, 2020 (Donaldsonville High - Commons) 5:30 pm

School board policy committee approves six personnel and student conduct policies

The Ascension Parish School Board Policy Committee reviewed and approved six policies related to equal opportunity employment, non-Title IX complaints, Title VII sexual harassment, investigations, Title IX sexual harassment, and sexually related student misconduct. All items were recommended for placement on the consent agenda for the next full board meeting and were carried with one abstention.

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✓ Decided: Policy Committee moves six employment and harassment policies to consent agenda

The Policy Committee reviewed and approved six policies regarding employment and sexual harassment. These items were moved to the consent agenda for the next board meeting.

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Tue Aug 4, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville High School 6:30P.M.

Borne Technologies presents plans for Gonzales facility, tax exemption

The Ascension Parish School Board will hear an informative presentation from Borne Technologies, a manufacturer considering constructing a facility in Gonzales and seeking participation in the Industrial Tax Exemption Program. No action will be taken on this item. The board will also receive financial reports for June 2020 and consider a consent agenda including a sealed bid for office supplies for special education and approval of military service leave for two employees.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves special education office supplies and military leave

The board approved the minutes from July 28, 2020, and a sealed bid for special education office supplies. Two employees were granted military service leave. The board also received a financial report and an information presentation regarding Borne Technologies.

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Tue Jul 28, 2020

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School 6:30P.M.

Board approves opioid lawsuit counsel and tax break for REG Geismar

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a resolution to retain special counsel Leger & Shaw and Long & Long to pursue claims related to the opioid crisis. It also approved an Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) exemption for REG Geismar, LLC. The board discussed the audit plan and received a flood update from CSRS. Consent agenda items included job descriptions, testing policy, COVID-19 leave policies, and administrative contract renewals for 18 school leaders.

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✓ Decided: Board hires special counsel to pursue opioid crisis litigation

The Ascension Parish School Board approved the hiring of special counsel to pursue claims related to the opioid crisis. The board also approved an industrial tax exemption for REG Geismar, LLC and adopted several new emergency health and leave policies.

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Tue Jul 28, 2020

Policy Committee Meeting - July 28, 2020 (Central Middle -Cafetorium) 5:30 pm

Committee advances pupil progression plan and Chapter 4 guidelines

The Ascension Parish School Board Policy Committee reviewed and discussed procedures and guidelines for Bulletin 741, Chapter 4, and the 2020-2021 Pupil Progression Plan. The committee voted to place both items on the consent agenda for the next board meeting. The votes carried unanimously.

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✓ Decided: Policy Committee approves 2020-2021 Pupil Progression Plan

The committee approved the 2020-2021 Pupil Progression Plan and referred it to the next board meeting's consent agenda. The committee also reviewed draft Safe Start Guidelines and Procedures, though no action was taken on that item.

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Tue Jul 21, 2020

Policy Committee Meeting - July 21, 2020 (Central Middle -Cafetorium) 5:30 pm

School board committee approves COVID-19 emergency paid sick leave policy

The Ascension Parish School Board's Policy Committee reviewed and approved three policies: the Testing Program policy, the Emergency Paid Sick Leave and Emergency Family and Medical Leave policy due to COVID-19, and a new Public Health Emergency policy. All policies were passed unanimously by the committee and will be forwarded to the full board for final approval.

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✓ Decided: Policy Committee recommends three policies for board consent agenda

The committee reviewed and approved moving three policies to the next board meeting's consent agenda. These include a testing program, COVID-19 emergency leave, and a public health emergency policy.

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Tue Jul 21, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School Cafetorium

Board renews superintendent's contract, hears REG Geismar tax exemption proposal

The Ascension Parish School Board voted to renew Superintendent David A. Alexander's contract and approved the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire. Board members heard an informational presentation from the Ascension Economic Development Corporation about REG Geismar, LLC's potential expansion and participation in the Industrial Tax Exemption Program. The board also retained special counsel for employment law and approved multiple job descriptions as part of the consent agenda.

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✓ Decided: School Board renews Superintendent's contract and retains special legal counsel

The board approved the renewal of Superintendent David A. Alexander's contract and voted to retain A. Todd Caruso and the firm of Boyer, Hebert, Caruso & Angelle, LLC for specialized legal advice. Additionally, the board approved the Louisiana Compliance Questionnaire and 12 different job descriptions.

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Tue Jul 21, 2020

Personnel Committee Meeting - Central Middle School Cafetorium

Personnel Committee reviews grounds maintenance job descriptions

The Personnel Committee voted to move reviews of the Grounds Maintenance Foreman and Grounds Maintenance Tech job descriptions to the full school board. Both motions passed unanimously. The meeting also included board comments and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Committee moves two grounds maintenance job descriptions to full Board

The Personnel Committee reviewed and approved moving two job descriptions to the full Board for further action. No other substantive items were discussed.

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Tue Jun 23, 2020

Personnel Committee Meeting- Donaldsonville High School - 5:30pm

Personnel Committee reviews 13 job descriptions, recommends them to full board

The Personnel Committee of the Ascension Parish School Board reviewed and approved 13 job descriptions for positions including supervisors, coordinators, and specialists. All items were moved out of committee to the full board with unanimous votes (4-0-1). The committee also held additional board comments and adjourned.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Committee approves 13 job description changes for full board review

The Personnel Committee reviewed and accepted changes to 13 different job descriptions. All 13 items were moved out of committee for final approval by the full board.

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Tue Jun 23, 2020

Executive Committee Meeting - Donaldsonville High School 5:00P.M.

Executive Committee moves to recommend Superintendent contract renewal

The Executive Committee considered the proposed renewal of Superintendent David A. Alexander's contract. The committee voted to accept the contract and move it to the full board agenda for approval.

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✓ Decided: Executive Committee recommends renewing Superintendent's contract

The Executive Committee voted to accept a proposed three-year contract renewal for the Superintendent. The recommendation will be brought to the full board agenda for final approval.

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Tue Jun 23, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville 6:30P.M.

Preliminary approval given for $57.5M school refunding bonds

The Ascension Parish School Board held a regular meeting on June 23, 2020, at Donaldsonville High School. The board gave preliminary approval to issue up to $57.5 million in general obligation school refunding bonds and adopted the 2019-2020 amended special revenue budgets and 2020-2021 general fund and special revenue funds budgets. A public hearing was held prior to the adoption. The board also discussed the renewal of Superintendent David A. Alexander's contract and approved a consent agenda including items for student accident insurance, computer device cases, a school bus GPS system, and administrative contract renewals.

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✓ Decided: School Board adopts 2020-2021 general fund and special revenue budgets

The board approved the 2020-2021 general fund budget with revenues of $260.4 million and expenditures of $257.8 million. The board also adopted amended special revenue funds budgets for 2019-2020. The new budget includes funding for two new schools and capital projects on 12 campuses.

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Tue Jun 16, 2020

Insurance Committee Meeting - Gonzales Courthouse 5:30P.M.

School board insurance committee approves student accident insurance

The Ascension Parish School Board Insurance Committee approved a motion to consider student accident insurance, with the motion carried unanimously. The committee also received an overview of vision and dental insurance as an information item. The meeting adjourned after additional board comments.

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✓ Decided: Insurance Committee recommends Hughes Insurance for student accident coverage

The committee approved a proposal from Hughes Insurance for student accident insurance effective August 1, 2020. This recommendation will be sent to the full board for final approval. No action was taken regarding vision and dental insurance as they are under a 3-year rate guarantee.

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Tue Jun 16, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Gonzales Courthouse 6:15P.M.

School board adopts 2020 millage rates and salary schedule

The Ascension Parish School Board held a public hearing and regular meeting on June 16, 2020, where it adopted the 2020 adjusted millage rates and rolled them forward to the maximum authorized rates. The board also approved a consent agenda including the 2020-2021 salary schedule, monthly personnel changes, Head Start reports, and renewals of health insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield Louisiana and standard group life and disability insurance.

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✓ Decided: Ascension Parish School Board adopts 2020 adjusted millage rates

The board approved the 2020 adjusted millage rates following a property reassessment. The board also moved to roll forward millage rates to the maximum authorized levels. Minutes from the June 2, 2020 meeting were approved.

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Tue Jun 2, 2020

Budget Committee Meeting - Central Middle School 5:30P.M.

Budget Committee approves 2020-2021 salary schedule

The Ascension Parish School Board Budget Committee met on June 2, 2020, at Central Middle School. They adopted a proposed 2020-2021 salary schedule presented by Ms. Kimneye Cox. The committee also reviewed proposed budgets for the 2020-2021 fiscal year.

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✓ Decided: Budget Committee approves proposed 2020-2021 salary schedule

The committee accepted the proposed 2020-2021 salary schedule and moved it to the board's consent agenda. The committee also reviewed the proposed 2020-2021 general fund budget, which projects $262 million in revenues and $258 million in expenditures.

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Tue Jun 2, 2020

Insurance Committee Meeting - Central Middle School 4:30P.M.

Insurance Committee renews health, student accident, workers' comp

The Insurance Committee approved renewals for health insurance, student accident insurance, and workers' compensation insurance. The committee also received overviews of group life/disability, dental/vision, worksite benefits, and a LifeLock/Norton benefit review. All motions carried with one abstention.

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✓ Decided: Insurance Committee recommends health and workers' comp renewals for full board approval

The committee approved moving health insurance renewals, group life and disability insurance, and workers' compensation insurance to the full board agenda. Health insurance changes include a $5 increase in physician office copayments and a new generic medication policy, though employee premiums will not increase. Student accident insurance was tabled for the next meeting.

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Tue Jun 2, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School 6:30P.M.

Board reviews proposed 2020-2021 budget, approves procurement contracts

The board reviewed the proposed 2020-2021 budget and April financial reports. They approved a consent agenda including contracts for district lobby renovations (Phase 4), parish-wide nurse supplies, band instruments for Bluff Middle School, Microsoft licensing, and Absolute licenses. They also rejected all bids for St. Amant High School gym AC unit replacement and approved administrative contract renewals for two directors.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves multiple district bids and administrative renewals

The board approved several sealed bids for school supplies, licensing, and renovations. It also approved the renewal of two administrative contracts. A proposed 2020-2021 budget was reviewed, with a final vote scheduled for June 23.

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Tue May 26, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School - 5:00P.M.

Board approves sale of Henry Road frontage for widening near Prairieville Middle School

The Ascension Parish School Board approved the sale of a portion of district-owned frontage on Henry Road at Prairieville Middle School to Ascension Parish Government for right-of-way and road widening. The board also approved a consent agenda including monthly personnel changes, IT security and disaster recovery plans, sports equipment bids, and playground contracts for Galvez Primary and Spanish Lake Primary. All votes were unanimous.

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✓ Decided: Board approves land sale for Henry Road widening

The board approved the sale of a portion of school board-owned frontage on Henry Road at the Prairieville Middle School site to the Ascension Parish Government for a right of way. Several sealed bids for equipment, playgrounds, and nutrition programs were also approved. The board adopted new IT security and disaster recovery plans.

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Wed May 13, 2020

Technology Committee - Central Middle School - ITTC - 5:00P.M.

Technology Committee forwards disaster recovery and IT security plans to full board

The Technology Committee voted unanimously to forward the Ascension Parish School Board's Technology Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan and its Information Technology Security Plan to the full board for approval. The committee also discussed planning and budgeting for the next school year, with no action taken on that item.

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✓ Decided: Committee advances technology continuity and security plans to board consent agenda

The Technology Committee reviewed and approved moving the district's Technology Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan and the Information Technology Security Plan to the next board meeting's consent agenda. Members also discussed the upcoming school year budget, including the funding of two new positions and the outsourcing of the helpdesk.

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Wed May 13, 2020

Athletics Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - ITTC 6:00P.M.

Committee recommends stipends for 3 co-ed sports

The Ascension Parish School Board Athletics Committee discussed an athletic director stipend and voted to recommend stipends for three co-ed sports that currently lack them. The recommendation was approved unanimously.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves coaching stipends for three additional sports

The Athletics Committee agreed to add coaching stipends for Powerlifting, Gymnastics, and Bowling to the 2020-2021 budget. The committee also agreed to allow conversations with Lean Frog regarding a salary analysis of coaching stipends and the Athletic Director's pay structure.

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Wed May 13, 2020

Transportation Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - ITTC - 5:30P.M.

School board transportation committee approves 2020-2021 budget

The Ascension Parish School Board Transportation Committee reviewed and approved the 2020-2021 Transportation Budget during this meeting. A motion to approve the budget was made by John DeFrances, seconded by Scott Duplechein, and carried unanimously by the committee members present.

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✓ Decided: Transportation Committee approves $14.9M budget for 2020-2021

The committee approved the proposed 2020-2021 Transportation Budget of $14.9M, a 2.57% increase. The budget includes leasing 25 buses, contracted routing services, and one new routing technician position. Members decided not to pursue adding air conditioning to buses for the upcoming fiscal year.

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Tue May 5, 2020

Virtual Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board -6:30P.M.

School board to vote on Head Start grant and video surveillance contract

The Ascension Parish School Board is meeting virtually to consider action on a Head Start COLA and Quality Improvement grant, financial reports, and a consent agenda covering employee military leave, a video surveillance cameras bid, the 2020-21 student handbook, a new administrative contract, and scheduling changes. All consent items and the grant were approved by unanimous vote.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves Head Start grant and various administrative items

The board approved the Head Start COLA and Quality Improvement grant. Several consent agenda items were passed, including a contract for video surveillance cameras and the 2020-21 Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. Financial reports indicated an actual deficit of $2.0 million.

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Thu Apr 30, 2020

Maintenance Committee Meeting - Central Middle School - ITTC 5:30P.M.

Committee reviews, approves draft 2020-2021 maintenance budget

The Maintenance Committee reviewed the 2019-2020 maintenance budget versus actual expenditures and the draft 2020-2021 maintenance budget. A motion to approve the draft budget carried unanimously.

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✓ Decided: Maintenance Committee recommends $30.8 million budget for 2020-2021

The committee reviewed the 2019-2020 budget and found spending to be in line with approved figures. They approved a recommendation for a 2020-2021 maintenance budget of $30.8 million, a 6.37% increase to account for two new schools.

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Thu Apr 30, 2020

Policy Committee Meeting -Central Middle School - ITTC - 5 pm

Policy committee approves placing wellness policy and student handbook on consent agenda

The Ascension Parish School Board Policy Committee met on April 30, 2020, and approved two items for placement on the consent agenda of a future full board meeting. The approved items are the Wellness Policy (FILE: JGB) and the 2020-21 Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. Both motions carried unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

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✓ Decided: Policy Committee approves Wellness Policy and Student Handbook for board consent

The Policy Committee reviewed and approved the Wellness Policy and the 2020-21 Student Rights and Responsibilities Handbook. Both items were moved to the consent agenda for the next board meeting.

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Thu Apr 30, 2020

Child Nutrition Committee - Central Middle School - ITTC 4:30P.M.

Committee approves moving wellness policy revision to Policy Committee

The Ascension Parish School Board Child Nutrition Committee reviewed the Child Nutrition Program Budget as an informational item. They also voted unanimously to move a proposed Wellness Policy Revision to the Policy Committee for further review and approval. The meeting was held at Central Middle School in Gonzales, LA.

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✓ Decided: Child Nutrition Committee moves proposed Wellness Policy to Policy Committee

The committee reviewed the Child Nutrition Program Budget and a proposed Wellness Policy. The district decided to delay student meal price increases until the 2021-2022 school year. A revised Wellness Policy regarding sealed food items on campus was referred to the Policy Committee for further review.

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Wed Apr 29, 2020

Budget Committee Meeting - Central Middle - ITTC - 5:00P.M.

Budget Committee to receive final report on 2018-2019 school audits

The Ascension Parish School Board's Budget Committee will receive a final report on the 2018-2019 school activity funds audit. The meeting includes no other substantive agenda items beyond the audit presentation and routine closing procedures.

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✓ Decided: Budget Committee receives 2018-2019 school activity funds audit results

The committee received a final report on the 2018-2019 school activity funds audits, noting 12 schools received perfect audits. Members discussed employee safety regarding bank deposits and requested a policy committee review. No other substantive actions were taken.

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Tue Apr 21, 2020

Virtual Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board

School board approves RFP for student computing devices, insurance changes

The Ascension Parish School Board held a virtual meeting and approved minutes from March 17, 2020. They received financial reports for February 2020. Under the consent agenda, the board approved several items including the award for RFP 5126 Student Computing Devices, renewal of insurance policies with a 7.5% deductible on named storm coverage and rejection of terrorism coverage, and new administrative contracts. Also approved were leave requests for military service and an out-of-state field trip for Donaldsonville High School cheerleaders.

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✓ Decided: Ascension Parish School Board approves consent agenda and personnel changes

The board approved a series of consent items including insurance renewals, administrative contracts, and student computing device awards. Financial reports showed actual revenues of $23.6 million, which were 9% less than budgeted.

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Tue Mar 17, 2020

Insurance Committee Meeting - Central Middle School ITTC 6:00P.M.- 6:30P.M.

Insurance committee raises storm deductible to 7.5%

The Insurance Committee reviewed property insurance policy renewals for April 2020. The committee voted unanimously to increase the named storm deductible to 7.5% and accept all other proposals, and moved the item to the full school board agenda. The meeting also included board comments and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Insurance Committee approves property insurance renewals for April 2020

The committee reviewed property insurance policy renewals presented by Chuck Leblanc and Max Zimmerman. The committee voted to increase the named storm deductible to 7.5% and accept the insurance proposals for placement on a future board agenda.

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Tue Mar 17, 2020

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School ITTC 6:30P.M.

School board approves emergency declaration for coronavirus pandemic

The Ascension Parish School Board approved a resolution declaring a state of emergency due to the coronavirus pandemic. The board also approved a resolution for Industrial Tax Exemption Program (ITEP) participation and exemption for CF Industries Nitrogen, LLC. Several routine items were approved on the consent agenda, including monthly reports, personnel changes, and meeting location changes. The board held an executive session to discuss an expulsion appeal.

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✓ Decided: School Board declares state of emergency due to COVID-19

The board approved a resolution declaring a state of emergency in response to COVID-19. Other key actions included approving an industrial tax exemption for CF Industries Nitrogen, LLC and upholding a student expulsion.

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Tue Mar 3, 2020

Technology Committee - Donaldsonville High School 5:00P.M.

Technology Committee reviews budget planning and RFPs

The Technology Committee meets to view an Education Superhighway video, review budget planning for the 2020-2021 fiscal year, and discuss Requests For Proposals. No binding decisions are made; adjournment is the only action voted on.

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✓ Decided: Technology Committee reviews draft 2020-2021 budget and student device RFP

The committee reviewed a first draft of the 2020-2021 Technology Budget and the release of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for student devices. Members also viewed a video regarding the district's recognition by the Alliance for Excellent Education. No formal policy or funding votes were taken.

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Tue Mar 3, 2020

Transportation Committee Meeting - Donaldsonville High School 4:15P.M.

Transportation Committee reviews school bus route study results

The Ascension Parish School Board Transportation Committee met to review the results of a transportation study presented by Mr. Joseph Eversole. The agenda contains only one substantive item and procedural closing items. No new policies, contracts, or fee changes were scheduled for approval.

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✓ Decided: Transportation Committee reviews bus fleet study; no actions taken

The committee reviewed a study by First Transportation Solutions comparing the costs and benefits of owning versus leasing the school bus fleet. The presentation covered fleet age, maintenance, and staffing challenges. No substantive actions were taken during the meeting.

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Tue Mar 3, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville 6:30P.M.

CF Industries expansion and tax exemption presented to school board

The board heard an informative presentation from CF Industries Nitrogen, LLC about a potential expansion in Donaldsonville and pursuit of the Industrial Tax Exemption Program; no action was taken. The board approved the Head Start Baseline Grant Application and a consent agenda including two student expulsion appeals and an administrative contract renewal. Financial reports for January 2020 were also discussed.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves Head Start grant application and student expulsions

The board approved the Head Start Baseline Grant Application and the length of expulsion appeals for two students. They also approved the administrative contract renewal for a Donaldsonville High School assistant principal. No action was taken regarding a proposed facility expansion by CF Industries Nitrogen, LLC.

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Tue Feb 18, 2020

Strategic Planning Committee - Gonzales Courthouse 6:00P.M.

Committee to review election public awareness campaign overview

The Ascension Parish School Board Strategic Planning Committee will receive an overview of an Election Public Awareness Campaign as an information item. The meeting also includes board comments and adjournment. No other substantive items are listed.

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✓ Decided: Strategic Planning Committee reviews election public awareness campaign

The committee reviewed information regarding an upcoming election campaign themed 'The Future is Now' for a May 9, 2020, vote. The campaign focuses on a proposed extension of existing 15.08 mills to borrow $140 million for school improvements and construction. No substantive policy decisions were made during the meeting.

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Tue Feb 18, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Gonzales Courthouse - 6:30P.M.

School board to approve 2020-2021 calendar and network cabling

The Ascension Parish School Board will vote on the 2020-2021 school calendar and a network infrastructure cabling contract (RFP-5124) as part of the consent agenda. Other consent items include monthly personnel changes, Head Start reports, a 12-month employee holiday calendar, employee dismissals, a field trip policy, and administrative contract renewals for several principals and assistant principals. The board will also hear a 2019 state data presentation and hold an executive session on district safety and security.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves 2020-2021 school calendar and personnel changes

The board approved the 2020-2021 school and holiday calendars, along with January 2020 personnel changes and head start reports. Members also voted to move the March 3 meeting and associated events to Donaldsonville High School. Several administrative contract renewals and a network cabling RFP were approved.

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Tue Feb 4, 2020

Policy Committee Meeting - SBO 5:30 - 6:00 pm

Policy Committee approves 2020-2021 school and holiday calendars

The committee voted to recommend placing the 2020-2021 school calendar and 12-month employee holiday calendar on the consent agenda for the next full board meeting. They also advanced a policy on dismissal of employees (FILE: GBN) from the December 2019 Policy Alert. All votes carried with one abstention.

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✓ Decided: Policy Committee moves school calendars and employee policy to board consent agenda

The Policy Committee reviewed and approved three items to be placed on the consent agenda for the next board meeting. These items included the 2020-2021 school and holiday calendars and a policy regarding the dismissal of employees.

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Tue Feb 4, 2020

Budget Committee Meeting - Donaldsonville -6:00 P.M.

Board committee to receive 2018-2019 audit reports

The Ascension Parish School Board Budget Committee will meet to receive two reports on the 2018-2019 school audits: one from internal staff and one from an external CPA firm. No voting or decisions are scheduled; the agenda is largely procedural.

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✓ Decided: Budget Committee receives 2018-2019 school and district audit reports

The committee received a report on 2018-2019 School Activity Funds Audits and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report. The district received an unmodified opinion on its financial statements, the highest level of assurance available.

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Tue Feb 4, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville 6:30P.M.

School board approved proposed 2020 bond election project list

The board approved the consent agenda, which included the proposed 2020 bond renewal project list, a network infrastructure RFP, a playground bid, and an out-of-state field trip. They also received the 2018-2019 comprehensive annual financial report and financial reports. Future meeting locations were changed to Central Middle School and the School Board Office.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves 2018-2019 financial report and 2020 bond project list

The board accepted the 2018-2019 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, which received an unmodified opinion. Several consent items were approved, including a network infrastructure RFP, a playground for Bullion Primary, and administrative contract renewals.

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Tue Jan 28, 2020

Technology Committee Meeting - Central Middle School (ITTC) 5:00P.M. (30 Min.)

Committee to discuss $1M security camera replacement to comply with federal law

This meeting of the Ascension Parish School Board Technology Committee includes updates and discussions on several security and technology projects. Key items include a plan to replace video surveillance cameras over five years at an estimated $1 million due to federal procurement restrictions, an update on access control installations, and a discussion on applying for federal E-rate funding for network upgrades.

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✓ Decided: Technology Committee reviews security updates and network funding plans

The committee received updates on data security, access controls, and the replacement of prohibited surveillance cameras. No formal votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of informational reports and discussions regarding future technology strategies and federal funding applications.

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Tue Jan 28, 2020

Strategic Planning Committee - Central Middle School 5:30P.M. (1 hour)

Strategic Planning Committee discusses future capital projects and funding

The Ascension Parish School Board Strategic Planning Committee discussed future capital improvement projects and related funding sources, as presented by Mr. Chad Lynch. A motion was made and carried, with one abstention and one member not present. The meeting also included additional board comments and adjournment.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves $140M project list for 2020 Bond Election

The Strategic Planning Committee selected a $140 million project list for the 2020 Bond Election, opting for an alternate athletic priority plan. This list includes a new high school and major renovations to existing facilities. The committee voted to place the list on the consent agenda for the upcoming school board meeting.

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Tue Jan 28, 2020

Regular Meeting Ascension Parish School Board - Central Middle School 6:30P.M.

Ascension Parish School Board adopts resolution supporting 2020 U.S. Census

The board approved a resolution in support of the 2020 U.S. Census and consented to multiple property agreements, including drainage servitudes at Prairieville Primary and Gonzales Primary schools and a utility servitude at Sugar Mill Primary. They also approved advertising an agricultural lease near Lowery Elementary and Middle Schools, authorized an out-of-state field trip for St. Amant High School's dance team, and entered executive session to discuss a student expulsion appeal.

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✓ Decided: School Board upholds student expulsion and approves several land agreements

The board upheld the expulsion of a student from Early College Options/Dutchtown High School. Members also approved a resolution supporting the 2020 U.S. Census and several property servitude agreements. Other actions included approving a new job description and a school dance team field trip.

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Tue Jan 21, 2020

Facilities Management Committee - Gonzales Courthouse 5:15P.M.

Committee recommends right of way for Sugar Mill Primary School power

The Facilities Management Committee voted to recommend approval of a right-of-way instrument for electrical power service at Sugar Mill Primary School, along with two drainage servitudes at Prairieville Primary and Gonzales Primary schools. The committee also introduced an agricultural lease for Lowery Elementary and Middle School. All items were moved to the School Board consent agenda for final approval.

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✓ Decided: Committee recommends three servitudes for board approval

The Facilities Management Committee recommended three servitudes for drainage and electrical power for board approval. The committee also granted permission to advertise for an agricultural lease at Lowery Elementary and Middle School.

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Tue Jan 21, 2020

Personnel Committee Meeting - Gonzales Courthouse 6:00P.M.

Personnel Committee reviews Head Start Program Facilitator job descriptions

The Personnel Committee met to review and consider revisions to the job descriptions for the Head Start Program Facilitator. The committee voted to carry the motion regarding these revisions.

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✓ Decided: Personnel Committee moves Head Start Program Facilitator job description to consent agenda

The committee reviewed revisions to the job description for the Head Start Program Facilitator. The committee voted to move the item out of committee and place it on the next consent agenda for approval.

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Tue Jan 21, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Gonzales Courthouse 6:30.M.

Approved agreements with Gonzales Police for SRO services at city schools

The board approved agreements with the Gonzales Police Department for School Resource Officer services at APSB Gonzales City Schools, adopted a resolution supporting BASF Corporation's Industrial Tax Exemption Program participation, and received a presentation on 2019 state data. Consent agenda items were approved, including personnel changes, sealed bids for equipment at Donaldsonville High School and Gonzales Primary School, and scheduling changes.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves SRO services and BASF tax exemption

The board approved agreements with the City of Gonzales Police Department for SRO services and a tax exemption resolution for BASF Corporation. Several facility bids and personnel changes were also approved via the consent agenda.

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Tue Jan 7, 2020

Regular Meeting - Ascension Parish School Board - Donaldsonville 6:30P.M.

Board approves resurfacing of track surfaces at St. Amant and Dutchtown High Schools

The Ascension Parish School Board approved the minutes from the December 3, 2019 meeting and reviewed financial reports for November 2019. It approved a series of consent agenda items, including a sealed bid to resurface track surfaces at St. Amant and Dutchtown High Schools, several student expulsion appeals, out‑of‑state field trips for Dutchtown High School band and DECA club, and a cooperative agreement to extend the vehicular entrance at Galvez Primary School. The board also received an informational presentation on BASF Corporation’s potential industrial tax exemption request. Additionally, the board approved the cancellation of two upcoming board meetings.

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✓ Decided: School Board approves track resurfacing and Galvez Primary entrance agreement

The Board approved a sealed bid for track resurfacing at St. Amant and Dutchtown High Schools and a cooperative agreement for a vehicular entrance to Galvez Primary School. Several administrative contracts, student expulsion appeals, and out-of-state field trips were also approved. The Board cancelled two upcoming meetings and relocated two others.

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