I. Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum II. Pledges of Allegiance and Moment of Silence III. This meeting is being held in accordance by order of Governor Greg Abbott's Executive Order on September 17, 2020 and the Texas Health and Human Services. These modifications are necessary to promote the health and safety of the Garland ISD community, and to comply with governmental orders, as well as guidance from health authorities.
Public Forum: Members of the public who wish to make comments may complete a Public Comment Participation Request in person at Harris Hill Administration Building or via email at BoardPublicComments@garlandisd.net prior to the start of the meeting indicated in the posting notice. The emailed comments will be read aloud at the meeting by a designated speaker. Emails should include the requester’s name, address and the detailed topic to be read aloud. In addition, comments must be limited to issues that can be presented in a public forum and are directly related to the posted and noticed agenda items. Complaints about student discipline, specific student issues or personnel must be addressed through appropriate administrative channels, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and Board policy. For more information about public comment procedures, please review the Board Policy for Public Comment accessible at the following link: https://pol.tasb.org/Policy/Code/364?filter=BED.
Information Items Evidence of Excellence 1. Recognize Dell Scholar Semifinalists - Jean Greenidge 2. Recognize Employee Wellness and Nutrition Coordinator Liz Kiertscher - Sherese Lightfoot
Going the Extra Mile (GEMs) 1. Recognize Going the Extra Mile (GEM) Award Recipient Stephany Hume - Sherese Lightfoot 2. Recognize Going the Extra Mile (GEM) Award Recipient GISD Maintenance Department - Sherese Lightfoot
Receive 2020-2021 ASBO International Meritorious Budget Award - Brandy Mayo
IX. Executive Session: Executive session will be held for purposes permitted by Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. IX.A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, private consultation with the Board’s attorney, in person or by phone, when the Board seeks the advice of its attorney about: 1) pending or contemplated litigation; 2) a settlement offer; or 3) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter. IX.B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, deliberation regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. IX.B.1. Consultation and deliberation regarding Superintendent's contract. IX.B.2. Consultation and deliberation regarding legal questions involving Board Operating Procedures and Board communications. X. Reconvene from Executive Session for action relative to items considered during Executive Session X.A. Consideration and any possible action to approve Superintendent contract.
Consider Approval of New South Garland High School Mascot - Dr. Susanna Russell
VI.A. Discuss Update 116 Legal Policies - Lisa Ray VI.B. Review and Discuss Local Policies from TASB Update 116 (First Read) - Lisa Ray
Trustees' Report 1. Trustee attendance at recent district and community events 2. Announcement of upcoming district and community events 3. Recognition of outstanding performance by district staff and students 4. Recognition of new programs and special activities 5. Message from Board President
Superintendent's Report
Consent Agenda - Consider approval of VII.A. Human Resources Report - Dr. Susanna Russell/Dr. Gradyne Brown
Consider Approval of Recommended 2021-2022 New Course Offerings - District Affairs Committee
Discuss and Adopt Resolution for Extension of Leave for Employee Quarantine for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year - Dr. Gradyne Brown
VIII.D. Consider Approval of Trustee Election Order - Mechelle Hogan VIII.E. Consider Approval of Special Trustee Election Order to fill a Vacancy - Mechelle Hogan
Consider Approval of the Gibson Internal Audit Project Scope - Linda Griffin
Consider Approval of Budget Transfers and Amendments to the 2020-2021 General Fund - Finance Committee
New Bids 1. Contract #37-21 Consider Approval of Purchase of Web Based Special Education Management Systems - Finance Committee 2. Contract #57-20 Consider Approval of Purchase of School Bus Disinfection Service - Finance Committee 3. Contract #180-20-02 Consider Approval of Purchase of Band Uniforms and Accessories - Finance Committee 4. Contract #345-20-03 Consider Approval of Purchase of Musical Instruments, Supplies and Repairs - Finance Committee 5. Contract #390-21 Consider Approval of Purchase of Transportation General Trades Merchandise, Vehicles and Services - Finance
New RFQ 1. Contract #360-21 Consider Approval of Purchase of Recommended Architectural and Related Professional Services for Org #916 Harris Hill Administration Building Renovation Project Two (2) Years - Facilities/Finance Committee
VIII.J. Increase to Awarded Bids VIII.J.1. Contract #318-19 Consider Approval of Increase in Awarded Amount for Internal Audit Services - Mark Booker VIII.J.2. Contract #316-17 Consider Approval of Increase in Awarded Amount for Chromebooks and Carts Third of Four (4) Annual Renewal Options - Finance Committee XI. Adjournment
Jan 26, 2021 Board of Trustees Meeting
I. Call to Order and Determination of a Quorum II. Pledges of Allegiance and Moment of Silence III. This meeting is being held in accordance by order of Governor Greg Abbott's Executive Order on September 17, 2020 and the Texas Health and Human Services. These modifications are necessary to promote the health and safety of the Garland ISD community, and to comply with governmental orders, as well as guidance from health authorities.
Public Forum: Members of the public who wish to make comments may complete a Public Comment Participation Request in person at Harris Hill Administration Building or via email at BoardPublicComments@garlandisd.net prior to the start of the meeting indicated in the posting notice. The emailed comments will be read aloud at the meeting by a designated speaker. Emails should include the requester’s name, address and the detailed topic to be read aloud. In addition, comments must be limited to issues that can be presented in a public forum and are directly related to the posted and noticed agenda items. Complaints about student discipline, specific student issues or personnel must be addressed through appropriate administrative channels, in accordance with the Texas Open Meetings Act and Board policy. For more information about public comment procedures, please review the Board Policy for Public Comment accessible at the following link: https://pol.tasb.org/Policy/Code/364?filter=BED.
Information Items Evidence of Excellence 1. Recognize Dell Scholar Semifinalists - Jean Greenidge 2. Recognize Employee Wellness and Nutrition Coordinator Liz Kiertscher - Sherese Lightfoot
Going the Extra Mile (GEMs) 1. Recognize Going the Extra Mile (GEM) Award Recipient Stephany Hume - Sherese Lightfoot 2. Recognize Going the Extra Mile (GEM) Award Recipient GISD Maintenance Department - Sherese Lightfoot
Receive 2020-2021 ASBO International Meritorious Budget Award - Brandy Mayo
IX. Executive Session: Executive session will be held for purposes permitted by Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq. IX.A. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.071, private consultation with the Board’s attorney, in person or by phone, when the Board seeks the advice of its attorney about: 1) pending or contemplated litigation; 2) a settlement offer; or 3) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter. IX.B. Pursuant to Texas Government Code Section 551.074, deliberation regarding the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. IX.B.1. Consultation and deliberation regarding Superintendent's contract. IX.B.2. Consultation and deliberation regarding legal questions involving Board Operating Procedures and Board communications. X. Reconvene from Executive Session for action relative to items considered during Executive Session X.A. Consideration and any possible action to approve Superintendent contract.
Consider Approval of New South Garland High School Mascot - Dr. Susanna Russell
VI.A. Discuss Update 116 Legal Policies - Lisa Ray VI.B. Review and Discuss Local Policies from TASB Update 116 (First Read) - Lisa Ray
Trustees' Report 1. Trustee attendance at recent district and community events 2. Announcement of upcoming district and community events 3. Recognition of outstanding performance by district staff and students 4. Recognition of new programs and special activities 5. Message from Board President
Superintendent's Report
Consent Agenda - Consider approval of VII.A. Human Resources Report - Dr. Susanna Russell/Dr. Gradyne Brown
Consider Approval of Recommended 2021-2022 New Course Offerings - District Affairs Committee
Discuss and Adopt Resolution for Extension of Leave for Employee Quarantine for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year - Dr. Gradyne Brown
VIII.D. Consider Approval of Trustee Election Order - Mechelle Hogan VIII.E. Consider Approval of Special Trustee Election Order to fill a Vacancy - Mechelle Hogan
Consider Approval of the Gibson Internal Audit Project Scope - Linda Griffin
Consider Approval of Budget Transfers and Amendments to the 2020-2021 General Fund - Finance Committee
New Bids 1. Contract #37-21 Consider Approval of Purchase of Web Based Special Education Management Systems - Finance Committee 2. Contract #57-20 Consider Approval of Purchase of School Bus Disinfection Service - Finance Committee 3. Contract #180-20-02 Consider Approval of Purchase of Band Uniforms and Accessories - Finance Committee 4. Contract #345-20-03 Consider Approval of Purchase of Musical Instruments, Supplies and Repairs - Finance Committee 5. Contract #390-21 Consider Approval of Purchase of Transportation General Trades Merchandise, Vehicles and Services - Finance
New RFQ 1. Contract #360-21 Consider Approval of Purchase of Recommended Architectural and Related Professional Services for Org #916 Harris Hill Administration Building Renovation Project Two (2) Years - Facilities/Finance Committee
VIII.J. Increase to Awarded Bids VIII.J.1. Contract #318-19 Consider Approval of Increase in Awarded Amount for Internal Audit Services - Mark Booker VIII.J.2. Contract #316-17 Consider Approval of Increase in Awarded Amount for Chromebooks and Carts Third of Four (4) Annual Renewal Options - Finance Committee XI. Adjournment