Lafayette Parish School System public meetings in 2022

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISION #2

The Lafayette Parish School Board voted on a series of consent agenda items, including a $675,000 budget increase for football stadium lights at Lafayette High, Northside High and Ovey Comeaux High, funded from COVID and administrative contingencies. Other actions included joining a class‑action lawsuit against a vaping‑device manufacturer, adding several new construction projects to the Self‑Funded Construction Fund, a one‑time $50,000 boost to awards and recognitions, and approving an amendment to the 2022‑2023 Pupil Progression Plan.

• $675,000 increase to the Football Stadium Lights Replacement budget for Lafayette High, Northside High, and Ovey Comeaux High (Fund 45)
• Board approved participation in a class‑action lawsuit against a vaping‑device manufacturer
• Addition of Judice Middle School Library, Acadiana High School Academic Wing, Southside High Stadium, Lafayette Middle Library, Lafayette High Stadium, and Multi‑Sports Complex to the Self‑Funded Construction Fund
• One‑time $50,000 increase to the Awards and Recognitions line item in the General Fund
• Amendment to the 2022‑2023 Pupil Progression Plan approved

The Board approved several facility upgrades, including stadium and library projects, and authorized a $50,000 budget increase for awards and recognitions. Other actions included participating in a vaping device class action lawsuit and amending the pupil progression plan.

• Approved amendment to 2022-2023 Pupil Progression Plan (8-0)
• Approved participation in class action lawsuit against vaping device manufacturer (7-1)
• Added Lafayette Middle Library, Lafayette High Stadium and Multi-Sports Complex, Judice Middle School Library/Academic Wing, Acadiana High School Academic Wing and Administrative Offices, and Southside High School Stadium to renovation list (8-0)
• Proclaimed December 16, 2022, as School Letter Grade Recognition Day (8-0)
• Approved $50,000 budget increase for awards and recognitions (8-0)
• Approved $675,000 budget increase for football stadium lights replacement at three schools (8-0)
• Approved November 2022 Budget-to-Actual reports (8-0)
• Adopted Resolution #12-022-2050 to canvass returns for the November 8, 2022, election regarding a 16.7 mills tax renewal (8-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The board discussed pending litigation in executive session and approved a consent agenda including an increase to the instructional pay scale, a new student conduct code for improper use of electronic devices, a drainage improvement project at Carencro High, and several resolutions. They also authorized purchase of a portion of the old Walmart for warehouse consolidation.

• Approved $500 increase to Instructional Pay Scale effective Dec 1, 2022, with $85,312 budget revision from sales tax revenue.
• Approved new Code 52 in Student/Parent Handbook for improper use of electronic telecommunication devices.
• Approved $295,000 transfer from Committed for Next School Years Projects to Carencro High Drainage Improvements Phase 2.
• Authorized negotiation to purchase a portion of the old Walmart at 1229 NW Evangeline Thwy for warehouse consolidation with $295,000 budget revision.
• Approved Resolution 11-022-2049 American Education Week and Resolution 11-022-2047 State Parent and Family Engagement Month.

The Board approved a $500 increase to the Instructional Pay Scale and a budget revision to fund it. Other actions included updating the student handbook on electronic device use and allocating $295,000 for drainage improvements at Carencro High.

• Approved $500 increase to Instructional Pay Scale effective Dec 1, 2022 (9-0)
• Approved budget revision to General Fund increasing Sales Tax Revenue by $85,312 (9-0)
• Approved $295,000 transfer for Carencro High Drainage Improvements Phase 2 (9-0)
• Approved addition of code 52 (Improper Use of Electronic Telecommunication Devices) to Student/Parent Handbook (7-2)
• Approved Resolution 11-022-2049 for American Education Week (9-0)
• Approved revised Drill Instructor Job Description (9-0)
• Accepted advice of counsel regarding David Travasos, et al vs. Lafayette Parish School Board (9-0)

LPSB - Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee

The Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly act on electing three new members to fill vacancies, hear a report from HUB Intl. on the self-funded group health plan's performance from January 1 to September 30, 2022, review the group health insurance premium schedule for Medicare-eligible members, and receive updates on diabetic monitors and Dr. Thomas Bond. The committee will also set the date for its next meeting.

• Election of two committee vacancies from the Louisiana Parish Association of Educators (LPAE) and one from the Associated Professional Educators of Lafayette (APEL)
• HUB Intl. report on the Self-Funded Group Health Plan covering Jan 1 - Sep 30, 2022
• Review of Group Health Insurance Premium Schedule for Medicare eligible members
• Follow-up report regarding inclusion of Diabetic Monitors
• ERIAC By-Law Committee report

The committee appointed three new members to represent LPAE and APEL. The board also reviewed the self-funded group health plan quarterly report and discussed upcoming by-law revisions.

• Appointed Dr. Jon Downs to ERIAC representing LPAE (Unanimous)
• Appointed Julia Reed to ERIAC representing LPAE (Unanimous)
• Appointed Stephanie James to ERIAC representing APEL (Unanimous)
• Approved meeting agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (Unanimous)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board will discuss potential disciplinary actions for recent threats against campuses and consider an amendment to the Student/Parent Handbook to add a threat of terrorism/violence code to the consequences of behavior policy. The board will also discuss operational pay for owner operators and consider several consent agenda items including budget revisions and construction bids for Southside High.

• Community discussion on disciplinary actions for recent threats against LPSS campuses (item 2.3)
• Discussion and action on amendment to Consequences of Behavior Policy adding code 114 for threat of terrorism/violence (item 3.2)
• Discussion on operational pay for owner operators (item 2.4)
• Approval of bid and budget revision for Southside High Restroom & Vending Building: $640,000 low bid from Garden City Construction (item 3.7)
• Approval of bid and budget revision for Southside High Athletics Storage Building: $167,700 low base quote and alternate #1 from Garden City Construction (item 3.8)

The Board approved an amendment to the 2022-2023 Student/Parent Handbook adding code 114 for Threat of Terrorism or Violence. The Board also passed several resolutions recognizing National Principals Month, Custodial Worker Appreciation Day, and National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

• Approved amendment to Student/Parent Handbook adding code 114-Threat of Terrorism or Violence (8-1)
• Approved Resolution 10-022-2046 proclaiming National Principals Month (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-022-2043 declaring October 2, 2022, as Custodial Worker Appreciation Day (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 10-022-2044 proclaiming National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (9-0)

LPSB -Blue Ribbon Committee Meeting

The Blue Ribbon Committee will consider and recommend an excess distribution scenario from the 2002 1/2% Sales Tax Fund for FY 2022-2023. Five scenarios are presented in an attached spreadsheet. The recommendation will go to the full school board for action.

• Recommendation for excess distribution from 2002 1/2% Sales Tax Fund for FY 2022-2023
• Five excess distribution scenarios presented for committee review
• Single action item on the agenda; remainder is roll call and adjournment

The Blue Ribbon Committee reviewed five funding scenarios regarding the FY22-23 2002 Sales Tax Excess Distribution. The committee voted to forward a specific recommendation for salary increases and distributions to the Board.

• Approved recommendation of Scenario #3: $500 salary increase to teacher pay scale and $3,683.52 excess declaration (5-0)

LPSB - Public Hearing on Reapportionment Plan A

This is a public hearing to receive comments on Plan A, which reapportions single-member voting districts for the Lafayette Parish School Board based on the 2020 Census. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is solely for public input.

• Public hearing on proposed Plan A for reapportioning school board districts using 2020 Census data

The board conducted a public hearing to receive comments on Proposed Plan A for reapportioning single-member voting districts based on the 2020 Census. Mike Hefner, Chief Demographer, provided information regarding the plan. No formal decisions were recorded.

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board will vote on adopting Reapportionment Plan A, redrawing school board districts. Other action items include approving a $33.7 million guaranteed maximum price for the new Carencro Heights Elementary School, increasing School Resource Officer pay to $45/hour, and creating a supplemental pay program for teachers and bus drivers covering absences. The board will also consider an amendment to high school dress code allowing additional sweatshirt colors per school.

• Adoption of Resolution 09-022-2040 for Reapportionment Plan A (redistricting)
• Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price Amendment #2 ($25,196,629) for new Carencro Heights Elementary School, total GMP $33,666,833
• Adjustment of School Resource Officer supplemental pay rate to $45/hour with 2-hour minimum
• Implementation of Teacher-Substitute/Bus Drivers Supplemental Pay ($15/period for teachers, $10/hour for sped paras, $15 for double runs)
• Amendment to high school dress code: additional sweatshirt colors per school (e.g., LHS kelly green/black, OCHS red/navy)

The Board approved Reapportionment Plan A to adjust single member voting district boundaries based on the 2020 Census. Additionally, the Board approved updates to the high school dress code regarding sweatshirt colors.

• Adopted Reapportionment Plan A to redefine voting districts (8-1)
• Approved amendments to high school dress code sweatshirt colors (8-1)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The board will discuss and possibly take action on an intergovernmental agreement with Lafayette Consolidated Government to use Neyland Park for Lafayette High School baseball and softball during construction of the new school. Also on the agenda is discussion of selling a residential home at 2831 S. Fieldspan Rd adjacent to Ridge Elementary. The millage rates resolution was removed from the agenda. The consent agenda includes approval of the 2022-2023 Pupil Progression Plan, updates to employee discipline hearing officers, and budget revisions for lighting projects at Acadiana High and a restroom/vending building at Southside High.

• Intergovernmental agreement with LCG for use of Neyland Park for Lafayette High athletics
• Sale and removal of residential home at 2831 S. Fieldspan Rd adjacent to Ridge Elementary
• Removal of Resolution 08-022-2037 and adoption of Millage Rates for 2022
• Guaranteed Maximum Price of $30,146,268 for new Truman Early Learning Center
• Budget revision of $112,000 for Acadiana High Lighting Replacement project

The Board approved the 2022-2023 Pupil Progression Plan and authorized a budget increase for lighting at Acadiana High. Members also approved an agreement to negotiate the use of Neyland Park for Lafayette High School athletics and settled a workers' compensation claim.

• Approved 2022-2023 Pupil Progression Plan (8-0)
• Authorized negotiation of intergovernmental agreement for Neyland Park use (8-0)
• Approved $112,000 budget revision for Acadiana High Lighting Replacement (8-0)
• Authorized advertising, bidding, and awarding of Acadiana High Lighting Replacement project (8-0)
• Approved updated Employee Discipline Hearing Officer List (8-0)
• Accepted third-party administrator advice regarding Roxanne Guidry workers' compensation claim (7-0)

LPSB - Board Workshop-Redistricting

The Lafayette Parish School Board is holding a workshop to discuss redistricting school board member election districts, a required process following the 2020 Census.

• Discussion of redistricting school board member election districts per state law following the Census

The Board reviewed demographics and a map for Plan 1A regarding School Board Member Election Districts. No formal decisions were made, though the Board discussed population balancing and the possibility of a third workshop in September 2022.

LPSB - Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee

The committee will hear a report from HUB International on the self-funded group health plan for January through June 2022. It will also discuss filling vacancies on the committee due to retirement, resignation, and excessive absences, and review its responsibilities under Board Policy BBC and the ERIAC By-Laws.

• Roll call of committee members
• Approval of agenda and minutes from April 26, 2022
• HUB Intl. report on self-funded group health plan for January-June 2022
• Discussion and action on ERIAC vacancies due to retirement, resignation, excessive absences
• Discussion on ERIAC responsibilities as defined by Board Policy BBC and ERIAC By-Laws

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 26, 2022. Members reviewed a report on the self-funded group health plan and discussed committee vacancies and transparency. Staff provided updates on retiree wellness clinics and the upcoming open enrollment period.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved April 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Established By-law committee consisting of Phyllis Bartlett, Burnell Lemoine and Katie Landry

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved salary increases of $750 for non-exempt and $1,500 for exempt employees, funded partly by the state and $91,847 from the general fund. The board also approved the 2022-2023 student handbook with a change limiting non-transparent lunch bags to 9x6x5 inches. An extension of the superintendent's contract was approved as a consent item. Presentations included the Arts for All program, SRO safety updates, and the early construction package for the new Carencro Heights Elementary.

• Salary increase of $750 for non-exempt and $1,500 for exempt employees, with $91,847 budget revision
• Approval of 2022-2023 student handbook with amendment limiting non-transparent lunch bags to 9x6x5 inches
• Extension of superintendent's contract (approved on consent)
• Discussion of prospective litigation regarding Esther Duffy's workers' compensation claim (executive session)
• Approval of Guaranteed Maximum Price #1 for early construction of new Carencro Heights Elementary School

The Board approved salary increases for exempt and non-exempt employees and a $448,700 lighting replacement contract for Comeaux High. Other actions included updating the 2022-2023 Student/Parent Handbook and eliminating the employee dress code policy.

• Approved $750 salary increase for non-exempt and $1,500 for exempt pay scales (7-0)
• Approved $91,847 General Fund budget revision for salaries and benefits (7-0)
• Awarded $448,700 Comeaux High Lighting Replacement contract to Ernest P. Breaux Electrical (7-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Student/Parent Handbook with specific lunch bag size restrictions (6-2)
• Eliminated Policy GAMB Employee Dress Code (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Policy CG, Administrative Records (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Academic/Behavior Coordinator and Supervisor of Nursing Health Services job descriptions (7-0)
• Accepted legal counsel's advice regarding a Workers Compensation claim for Esther Duffy (7-0)

LPSB-Discipline Policy Review Committee Meeting

The Discipline Policy Review Committee will meet to review board discipline policies. The agenda includes roll call, discussion and possible action on district discipline policies, and adjournment. No specific policy changes are listed in the agenda.

• Discussion and/or action concerning District Discipline Policies

The meeting consisted of roll call and a scheduled item for discussion and/or action concerning District Discipline Policies-Robinson. The minutes do not record any decisions, votes, or outcomes resulting from that discussion.

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board will vote on a proposed staff reorganization that eliminates 14 job descriptions, adds 26 new ones, and revises many others, effective July 1, 2022. The board will also approve the 2022-2023 salary schedule and a $35.8 million guaranteed maximum price for the new Prairie Elementary School. Additional actions include awarding food service contracts and discussing the superintendent's evaluation in executive session.

• Staff reorganization eliminates 14 job descriptions (e.g., Transformation Zone Director, Chief Academic Officer) and adds 26, including District Academic Intervention Officer and Assistant Superintendent positions.
• Approval of $35,767,605 Guaranteed Maximum Price for the new Prairie Elementary School replacement project.
• Award of milk and milk products bid to Borden Dairy Company for 2022-2023 school year.
• Approval of 2022-2023 salary schedule for all staff.
• Board enters executive session to discuss superintendent's evaluation results.

The board meeting focused on administrative updates and personnel changes. The Superintendent reported on graduation achievements, a financial reporting award, and a new safety partnership with the Lafayette Parish Sheriff's Office. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded in the provided text.

LPSB - Board Workshop-Redistricting

The Lafayette Parish School Board is holding a workshop to begin redistricting school board member election districts, a process required every ten years following the Census. The board will discuss and work on redrawing district boundaries based on new population data.

• Board workshop to start redistricting of school board member election districts per state law after 2020 Census

Demographer Mike Hefner presented an overview of the redistricting plan for School Board Member Election Districts. No final decisions were made, but the Board requested additional information on 10-member and 11-member district plans for a future workshop.

• Requested additional information on 10-member and 11-member district plans

LPSB - Public Hearing on Budget

The Lafayette Parish School Board is holding a public hearing to present and receive comments on the proposed unified budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. The hearing includes a draft adoption resolution and the full proposed budget document. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on the proposed unified budget for FY 2022-2023
• Draft adoption resolution attached to agenda item 2.1
• Proposed budget document (6,828 KB) attached

The board held a public hearing regarding the Proposed Unified Budget for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. No comments or discussions were offered by the public or board members. No substantive decisions were made during the meeting.

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board will consider awarding a $2.79 million contract for a new meeting room addition at the district office, along with a $1.86 million renovation of the maintenance facility. Other action items include budget transfers for district office renovations, approval of several recognition resolutions, and a new Pre-Educator Pathway coordinator position. The board will also receive updates on pre-K relocation, Chinese immersion pathway, and Carencro Heights Elementary design.

• Award of low bid to Triad Construction Services for $2,792,000 for District Office School Board Meeting Room Addition, plus $425,000 budget revision from COVID Inflation Contingency
• Award of low bid to M.D. Descant for $1,855,000 for LPSS Maintenance Facility Renovations
• Budget revisions totaling $566,000 for District Office Building Renovations (fire sprinkler, alarm, HVAC)
• Authorization to negotiate purchase agreement for property adjacent to Ridge Elementary
• 2002 Half-Cent Sales Tax Interest Reserve payment to eligible employees (2020-2021 year)

The board meeting consisted primarily of informational reports and procedural updates. No substantive votes or policy decisions were recorded in the provided minutes.

LPSB - Special Board Meeting (Budget Adoption)

The Lafayette Parish School Board held a special meeting to adopt the unified budget for fiscal year 2022-2023. Resolution 05-022-2032 was approved by a 5-0 vote, with four members absent. The budget sets total resource uses at $646,073,492 across major funds.

• Adoption of Resolution 05-022-2032 for the unified FY2022-2023 budget
• Total resource uses of $646,073,492 across major funds
• Vote: 5 in favor, 0 opposed, 4 absent (Broussard, Chassion, Morrison, Labue)

The board met for a special session to approve the unified budget for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Resolution 05-022-2032 was passed by a vote of the members present.

• Approved Resolution 05-022-2032 adopting the unified budget for fiscal year 2022-2023 (5-0)

LPSB-District 2 Town Hall Meeting-New Carencro Heights Elementary School

This is a town hall meeting for District 2 to discuss the design timeline and construction process for the new Carencro Heights Elementary School. Board member Tommy Angelle and Principal Alysia Messa will host, with architects presenting plans to the public. No decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is informational only.

• Presentation on design timeline and construction process for new Carencro Heights Elementary School by RHH Architects and Barras Architects

Lafayette Parish School Board - Recognitions/Presentations

This meeting is entirely ceremonial, consisting of the pledge of allegiance, moment of silence, and remarks by the superintendent and associate superintendent. The board will recognize 14 students who earned a technical diploma from SLCC through dual enrollment at the W.D. & Mary Baker Smith Career Center, and will honor the 2023 Elementary Student of the Year from each of the district's elementary schools.

• Recognition of 14 students earning SLCC technical diplomas in welding, culinary, and automotive via dual enrollment
• Presentation of 2023 Elementary Student of the Year awards for each elementary school in the district

LPSB - Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee

The Lafayette Parish School System Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee will consider acting on a retiree communications system for FY 22/23. It will also receive reports on the SilverScripts prescription program, AFLAC Dental, and the self-funded group health plan for January–March 2022.

• Action item on a retiree communications system for FY 22/23
• Report on the SilverScripts prescription drug program by Len Fontaine of HUB Intl.
• Update on AFLAC Dental by Trish LeBouef
• HUB Intl. report on the self-funded group health plan (Jan–Mar 2022)
• Vacancy announcement for a School Food Service seat on the committee

The Employee Insurance Advisory Committee appointed a new member and selected a new communications system for retirees. The committee also reviewed reports on the self-funded health plan and pharmacy savings.

• Appointed Tanya Christopherson as School Food Service ERIAC representative
• Approved use of Blackboard Connect for retiree communications
• Accepted minutes from January 25, 2022 and March 15, 2022
• Denied request to add transparency and by-laws discussion to agenda (failed to reach unanimous vote)

LPSB-Special Board Meeting - Budget #3

This special board meeting focused on the 2022-2023 budget. The board approved revisions to the Pupil Appraisal Team Leader job description and new descriptions for Child Nutrition and Food Service positions. It also authorized staff to proceed with budget adoption for the general fund and over a dozen other funds, including capital projects, construction, and debt service.

• Approved revisions to Pupil Appraisal Team Leader job description (pay scale, days, qualifications)
• Approved new Child Nutrition Services Technician and Food Services Warehouse Coordinator job descriptions
• Authorized proceeding with 2022-2023 General Fund budget adoption
• Authorized proceeding with Southside High School Construction Fund budget
• Reallocated $29,410 in salary and benefits for a .5 Retirement Benefits Coordinator from Group Insurance to General Fund

The Board approved the budget adoption process for several 2022-2023 funds, including the General Fund and various construction and sales tax funds. Additionally, the Board approved revisions to three employee job descriptions and reallocated funds for a retirement benefits coordinator.

• Approved revisions to Pupil Appraisal Team Leader job description (5-0)
• Approved Child Nutrition Services Technician and Food Services Warehouse Coordinator job descriptions (6-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Special Revenue Fund (6-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Capital Improvement Fund (6-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Self-Funded Construction Fund (6-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for 2019A Construction Fund (6-0)
• Authorized budget adoption process for Southside High School Construction Fund (6-0)
• Reallocated $29,410 for .5 Retirement Benefits Coordinator from Group Insurance Fund to General Fund (6-0)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved a one-time retention stipend and a one-time returning stipend for classroom teachers for 2022-2023, and engaged Raymond James (Senior Manager) and Stifel Public Finance (Co-Manager) as underwriters for future bond issues. Information items included a change order saving $290,777 for the Prairie Elementary replacement project, and a presentation on USDA meal requirements.

• Approval of a one-time retention stipend for classroom teachers
• Approval of a one-time returning stipend for classroom teachers
• Engagement of Raymond James and Stifel Public Finance as underwriters for future bond issues
• Change order for early site release on Prairie Elementary replacement project, saving $290,777
• Award of quote for Door Replacement Pkg. #1 and Pkg. #2, and approval of bids for walkway covers at four schools

The board meeting consisted of informational updates and procedural items. No substantive policy decisions or budget approvals were made. The record primarily details personnel changes and superintendent updates.

LPSB-District 5 Town Hall Meeting-New Prairie Elementary School

This is a town hall meeting hosted by District 5 Board Member Britt Latiolais to inform the public about the design timeline and construction process for the new Prairie Elementary School. Poche Pruitt will present the plans.

• Presentation of design timeline and construction process for new Prairie Elementary School by Poche Pruitt

LPSB-Special Board Meeting - Budget #2

The Lafayette Parish School Board reviewed the proposed 2022-2023 budget, including general fund summaries, cost center budgets, and construction fund plans. They approved a one-time retention stipend for classroom teachers at 12 specific schools using ESSER II and III funds. The board also approved returning and recruitment stipends but directed administration to bring all three stipend items to the next meeting for final action. A motion to approve the staffing portion of the general fund budget (line items 52-73) passed 5-4 after two amendments failed.

• Approved one-time retention stipend for teachers at 12 schools (Baranco, Faulk, Boucher, Lafayette Middle, Acadian Middle, Carencro High, Northside High, Lerosen, Evangeline, Montgomery, Carencro Middle, Paul Breaux) using ESSER II and III funds.
• Board voted 5-4 to approve staffing portion of the 2022-2023 General Fund Budget (Line Items 52-73) after rejecting amendments to exclude lines 55 and/or 56.
• Reviewed proposed budgets for cost center series 1100–1500 and Group Insurance Fund for FY23.
• Discussed the 2022-2023 Budget Recap and Timeline for scheduling purposes.
• Approved returning and recruitment stipends for classroom teachers, to be finalized at the next meeting.

The Board approved the staffing portion of the 2022-2023 General Fund Budget and a one-time retention stipend for teachers at 12 specific schools. Additionally, the Board approved returning and recruitment stipends and directed the Superintendent to bring these items back at the next meeting.

• Approved staffing portion of 2022-2023 General Fund Budget Line Items 52-73 (5-4)
• Approved one-time Retention Stipend for Classroom Teachers at 12 designated schools (9-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Returning Stipend for Classroom Teachers (9-0)
• Approved 2022-2023 Recruitment Stipend for Classroom Teachers (9-0)
• Denied motion to exclude line items 55 and 56 from staffing budget (4-5)
• Denied motion to exclude line item 56 from staffing budget (4-5)

LPSB-District 3 and District 4 Town Hall Meeting-New Truman Early Childhood Education Center

The Lafayette Parish School Board will hold a town‑hall meeting on March 24, 2022. District 3 Board Member Elroy Broussard and District 4 Board Member Dr. Tehmi Chassion will lead the session. Grace Hebert Curtis and DLR Group will present the design timeline and construction process for the new Truman Early Childhood Education Center.

• Presentation of the design timeline for the new Truman Early Childhood Education Center
• Discussion of the construction process for the new center
• Town‑hall hosted by Board Members Elroy Broussard and Dr. Tehmi Chassion
• Plans presented by Grace Hebert Curtis and DLR Group

LPSB-Special Board Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board held a special meeting and took action on a single agenda item: a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with LUS Fiber and Link & Learn, LLC. to provide student internet services. The board voted to authorize the superintendent to enter into the agreement, with 7 members in favor and 2 absent.

• Cooperative Endeavor Agreement between LPSB, LUS Fiber, and Link & Learn, LLC. for Student Internet Services

The Board authorized the Superintendent to enter into a Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with LUS Fiber and Link & Learn, LLC. This agreement provides student internet services.

• Approved Cooperative Endeavor Agreement with LUS Fiber and Link & Learn, LLC for Student Internet Services (7-0)

LPSB - Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee

The Lafayette Parish School System Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee will consider a proposed Group Insurance Fund Budget for fiscal year 2022/23. The meeting will also include a moment of silence for a deceased committee member and routine approvals. No dollar amounts are stated in the agenda text.

• Proposed Group Insurance Fund Budget for FY22/23 (discussion and possible action)
• Moment of silence in honor of Melanie Hebert, former committee member
• Roll call and approval of the meeting agenda
• Chair report and notification of next meeting on April 26, 2022

The Employee Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee approved the agenda and previous meeting minutes. The committee voted to recommend the FY 22/23 Group Insurance Fund budget, specifically rejecting the addition of a half-person staff position.

• Approved minutes from January 25, 2022 meeting
• Approved meeting agenda
• Denied addition of 0.5 staff position to the insurance budget
• Approved recommendation of FY 22/23 budget without the additional 0.5 person

LPSB - Board Workshop-CAFR

The Lafayette Parish School Board will hold a workshop to review the results of the external audit for fiscal year 2020-2021. The external auditor, Burton Kolder of Kolder, Slaven & Company, LLC, will present the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) to the board and public. This is an information item; no votes are scheduled.

• Presentation of 2020-2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) by auditor Burton Kolder

The Board held a workshop to review the 2020-2021 Audit Results and the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). External auditor Burton Kolder of Kolder, Slaven & Company, LLC presented the findings and recommended continued monitoring of the district's financial situation. No formal votes or decisions were recorded.

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISION #2

The Lafayette Parish School Board discussed pending litigation with former superintendent Pat Cooper and approved adding J.W. Faulk and S.J. Montgomery elementary schools to a committed school sites renovation/replacement line item in the Self-Funded Construction Fund. The board also accepted the 2021 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report and approved several consent agenda items, including facility upgrades and new job descriptions.

• Discussion and action on pending litigation Pat Cooper vs. Lafayette Parish School Board (Suit 2014-5941)
• Adding J.W. Faulk and S.J. Montgomery elementary schools to renovation/replacement line item for Prairie, Carencro Heights, Lafayette High, and Northside High
• Presentation of proposed location for new Lafayette High School building
• Approval of $48,800 low quote for Acadiana High girls athletics lockers
• Approval of $42,300 low quote for asbestos-containing materials abatement at new District Office building

The Board voted to enter and then return from an executive session to discuss legal strategy regarding the Pat Cooper versus Lafayette Parish School Board lawsuit. The meeting also included superintendent updates on student achievements and a list of personnel changes.

• Approved entering executive session for Pat Cooper vs. LPSB litigation (8-0)
• Approved returning to regular session (8-0)

LPSB-District 6 and District 8 Town Hall Meeting: New Lafayette High Construction

This is an informational town hall meeting hosted by District 6 and District 8 board members to discuss proposed construction plans for the new Lafayette High School. Architects will present the site assessment process and cost-saving options. No decisions will be made; this is a public information session.

• Discussion of proposed construction plans for new Lafayette High School on existing site
• Presentation by ACSW-Pfluger Architects on site assessment and cost-saving options

LPSB-Special Board Meeting - Budget #1

The Lafayette Parish School Board holds a special budget meeting to discuss and provide recommendations on proposed budgets for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Board members will consider adjustments to several fund budgets before final drafts are prepared.

• Review of Budget Recap & Timeline for FY 2022-2023
• Proposed Budget for 2022-2023 Special Revenue Fund
• Proposed Budget for 2022-2023 Capital Improvement Fund
• Proposed Budget for 2022-2023 Southside High Construction Fund
• Proposed Budget for 2022-2023 Debt Service Fund

The board held a special meeting to review the budget recap, timeline, and several proposed 2022-2023 funds. No formal actions or decisions were taken on any of the agenda items.

LPSB-Special Board Meeting

The Lafayette Parish School Board voted 7-2 to rescind the 2021-2022 Learn Lafayette Reopening Plan. The motion was made by Justin Centanni and seconded by Britt Latiolais. The action was the only substantive item on the special meeting agenda.

• Motion to rescind the 2021-2022 Learn Lafayette Reopening Plan carried 7-2
• Voting yes: Angelle, Centanni, Latiolais, Morrison, Mason, Aguillard, Labue; no: Broussard, Chassion
• Item was discussion and action on reopening plan

The Lafayette Parish School Board voted to rescind the 2021-2022 Learn Lafayette Reopening Plan. The motion passed with seven members in favor and two opposed.

• Rescinded 2021-2022 Learn Lafayette Reopening Plan (7-2)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board discussed pending litigation, approved a resolution for shared recreational facilities with the city-parish government, and received information on renewing a 17.88-mill operational property tax that provides about $37 million annually and expires in 2024, with a proposed election on November 8, 2022. The board also recognized Black History Month and Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month via resolutions.

• Discussion of pending litigation: Sherlene Harris vs. LPSB (Docket No. 2019-4218-D) and prospective litigation over Julie Lagrange's workers' compensation claim
• Approved Resolution No. 02-022-2025 for intergovernmental agreement with Lafayette City-Parish Consolidated Government for shared use of recreational facilities
• Received update on 17.88 mills ad valorem tax renewal; public meeting announcement required for November 8, 2022 election
• Approved bids for HVAC upgrades at J.W. Faulk Elementary, Carencro High, and Acadiana High
• Approved revisions to 60+ job descriptions for certificated and degreed administrative pay scales

The Board voted to accept legal counsel's advice regarding a lawsuit filed by Sherlene Harris and a workers' compensation claim from Julie Lagrange. The meeting also included updates on student art competitions and the announcement of a future tax renewal election.

• Accepted advice of counsel in Sherlene Harris vs. Lafayette Parish School Board (8-0)
• Accepted advice of third party administrator regarding Julie Lagrange workers' compensation claim (8-0)

LPSB - Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee

The Lafayette Parish School System Employee/Retiree Insurance Advisory Committee will hear a report on the self-funded group health plan from HUB Intl. and review contracts and services. The committee will also elect officers and fill vacancies representing Transportation and Maintenance. Updates include retiree contact information, AFLAC dental changeover, BCBS card reissuance, and pharmacy benefits manager clarification. The committee will review the unaudited balance of the self-insured fund.

• HUB Intl. report on Self-funded Group Health Plan for plan year 2021
• Election of committee officers (Chair, Vice-Chair, Secretary)
• Election of new member representing Transportation
• Election of new member representing Maintenance
• Review of self-insured Fund 85 balance (unaudited)

The committee re-elected its Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary and appointed two new members to represent Transportation and Maintenance. The committee also reviewed a health plan report and discussed potential plan administrator changes and annual increase options.

• Approved October 25, 2021 minutes (10-1)
• Re-elected Donna Broussard as Secretary (10-1)
• Re-elected Katie Landry as Vice Chair (10-1)
• Re-elected Nancy Mounce as Chair (9-1-1)
• Appointed Laura Smith as Transportation representative (10-1)
• Appointed Kevin Bijou as Maintenance representative (10-1)

LPSB-Regular Board Meeting - REVISED

The Lafayette Parish School Board approved consent agenda items including rebuilding Lafayette High School on its existing site at 3000 W. Congress St. and awarding $114,710 for Youngsville Middle School lockers. The board also discussed added items on nursing supervisor reclassification, IT staffing changes, approval of bids for Northside High roof replacement, and revisions to policies on school closings and COVID-19 emergency policies. Additionally, the board entered executive session to discuss pending and prospective litigation.

• Approved rebuilding Lafayette High School on existing site at 3000 W. Congress St.
• Awarded $114,710 low quote to Louisiana School Equipment Company for Youngsville Middle School lockers
• Discussion and/or action on approval of bids for Northside High roof replacement
• Discussion and/or action on reclassification of Supervisor of Nursing Health Services position
• Discussion and/or action on revisions to policies EBBD (Emergency School Closing), GBAA (Employment Classifications), and elimination of GBBB (Essential Personnel) and EBBI (COVID-19 Emergency)

The Board elected its leadership for 2022 and accepted legal counsel's advice regarding several pending and prospective litigation matters. The meeting also included announcements of district Teacher of the Year honorees and high-scoring PSAT students.

• Elected Tommy Angelle as Board President for 2022 (8-0)
• Elected Britt Latiolais as Board Vice-President for 2022 (8-0)
• Accepted advice of counsel in Roy Sonnier vs. LPSS (8-0)
• Accepted advice of third party administrator regarding Sharelle Mackin claim (8-0)
• Accepted advice of third party administrator in Verna Jolivette vs. LPSS (8-0)
• Accepted advice of third party administrator regarding Donna Lanclos claim (8-0)