Fayetteville Board of Education

Minutes of the November 16, 2006 Regular Meeting

The meeting convened at 5:00PM in the Adams Leadership Center with President Steve Percival presiding. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Administration.

Roll Call

The roll was called and board members John Delap, Tim Kring, Steve Percival, Susan Heil, Christine Bell and Tim Hudson were present.

Recognition

The transportation department received an Impact Award of Excellence for their work this year during trying situations.

Sara Chamberlin, social worker at Asbell and Leverett, received a Recognition of Outstanding Achievement Award for receiving the 2006 Orlan “Jack” Morgan Award from the Arkansas Council for Exceptional Children.

Consent Agenda

Tim Hudson made a motion to accept the consent agenda. Susan Heil seconded the motion, which passed by a 6-0 vote.

Arkansas School Board Association

Tim Kring made a motion to nominate Steve Percival as the delegate to the Arkansas School Board delegate assembly. Susan Heil seconded the motion, which passed by a 6-0 vote.

Citizen Participation Policy

The Board voted 6-0 to approve changes to Policy 1.16 (Citizen Participation Policy). Tim Kring made the motion, which was seconded by Tim Hudson.

Bond Bid Approval

The Board voted 6-0 to approve the resolution to authorize the issuance of $7.6 million in second lien construction bonds for the district. Dr. Lisa Morstad, chief financial officer, reported that the best bid was received from Stephens, Inc. with an interest rate of 4.077%. The bonds will be used to finance capital projects. Christine Bell made the motion, which was seconded by Tim Kring.

Jefferson Building Use

Dr. Randy Willison, associate superintendent for operations, reported on the estimated annual expenses necessary to maintain Jefferson Elementary for 2007-2009. He then presented the projected occupancy and reimbursement for 2007-2009. Based on the projections, a revenue surplus would not be realized until 2009. In addition, 36 paved parking spaces will have to be provided at a cost of $65,000. The Board requested information regarding the legal aspect of the school district leasing space to third parties. After receiving this information, the board will be asked to make a decision regarding the use of the Jefferson building at the December meeting. Dick Johnson, assistant superintendent, showed a video presentation of Jefferson that was done by the student at the Fast lab at Fayetteville High School.

Strategic Goal #6

Susan Norton, chief information officer, and communication team members Aimee Papazian, Cary Pollock, and Alan Wilbourn presented information regarding strategic goal #6 and the district’s plan to meet the goal. Goal #6 states “continually and effectively communicate with all stakeholders and engage in ongoing dialogues with appropriate local and state government officials to enhance the interests of the Fayetteville School District.” Ms. Norton noted that the overall strategy of the communication team is to streamline dialogue and communication in the district.

High School Select Committee

Susan Heil, board representative on the Future of FHS Select Committee, reported on the committee’s progress. She noted that the first public session was held on November 13 and that a series of focus groups targeting specific audiences will be held through the month of December. Information regarding upcoming meetings may be found on the district’s website.

Adjourn

The meeting was adjourned at 6:45PM

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Stephen M. Percival, President Susan W. Heil, Secretary