Regular Board Meetings contain an opportunity for Public Comments. There was one public comment related to non-agenda items:
· Stephanie Merrifield spoke in reference to Budget
The following community members spoke during the Public Comments section related to board agenda items:
· Mahala Ahearn spoke in reference to the Superintendent search
· Craig Ziemkiewicz spoke in reference to the athletic bond package
· Lisa Peters spoke in reference to the hiring of the Superintendent
· Jeff Harvey spoke in reference to the athletic bond package
· Brandon Montgomery spoke in reference to the Superintendent search and changes to face mask policy
· Mike Bardwell spoke in reference to the athletic bond package
· Sonia Vigen spoke in reference to face masks
· Holly Holt spoke in reference to face masks
· Amy Rattleff spoke in reference to face masks
· Amanda Blankenship spoke in reference to face masks
The Board of Trustees approved the Consent Agenda which included:
· Approval of the Audit Engagement
· Approval of Notification of Resignations
Board President, Barrett Owens shared an update about the Superintendent search process. LISD is working with a third-party search firm, JG Consulting. There were 53 applications from across seven states that have been narrowed to six individuals scheduled to interview.
The Board of Trustees approved the Administrative recommendation to remain consistent with the current mask mandate for indoor activities for the remainder of the school year. Masks would immediately be optional for any outdoor events and activities. Effective, May 29th masks will be optional district-wide. For the 2021-2022 school year, LISD has already made a statement that masks will be optional.
The Board of Trustees approved the recommendation of the Interim Superintendent to Send Notice of the Proposed Non-Renewal of the Identified Term Teacher(s) / Employee(s)
Trustees approved the Renewal of Chapter 21 Contracts and Non-Chapter 21 Employment Agreements.
Shay Adams, Chief Financial Officer presented a Budget and Legislative Update, which can be found here.
Trustees approved the adoption of the Proposed Tax Rate for 2021-2022 and approved June 14, 2021, as the Public Hearing for the 2021-2022 Budget
Dr. Dennis Womack, Interim Superintendent presented on the Attendance Zone Boundary changes, which can be found here. Trustees approved the attendance zones as presented.
Chris Ross, Athletic Director, presented an update on athletic facilities which may be found here. Trustees approved the Bond Projects as presented.
During the Interim Superintendent’s report:
· Holly Haynes and Wendy Craft presented an Elementary Transition Plan designed to help all elementary students become connected with their 2021-2022 campus, this presentation can be viewed here.
· Dr. Womack shared that a Transportation Survey would be sent to Lovejoy ISD families this week to gather input regarding transportation needs.
Barrett Owens, Board President, thanked Chad Collins for this service as Board President, the community members, and the administration regarding stronger communications. President Owens shared that the Board is committed to balancing the budget.
With there being no further business, the Board adjourned at 11:11 PM.