December 16, 2024 at 5:30 PM - Regular Meeting
| Regular Board | |
| Attendance Taken on 12/16/2024 at 5:30 PM | |
| Clint Duncan | Present |
| Jerry McCarty II | Present |
| Ricky Morrow | Present |
| Erik Narens | Absent |
| Sarah Robinson | Present |
| Brad Rosiek | Present |
| Bryan Strand | Absent |
| Present: 5, Absent: 2 | |
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I. Call Meeting to Order and Establish Quorum
Presenter:
Sarah Robinson, President
Discussion:
The meeting was called to order at 5:30 p.m. and the presence of a quorum was announced.
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II. Open Forum
Presenter:
Sarah Robinson, President
Discussion:
No persons signed up to speak at open forum.
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III. Executive Session (Administration Building)
Presenter:
Sarah Robinson, President
Discussion:
The board entered executive session at 5:30 p.m. and reconvened in open session at 6:12 p.m.
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III.A. Texas Gov't Code 551.074 Personnel Matters: To deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee.
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent
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III.B. Texas Gov't Code 551.076 Deliberation Regarding Security Devices or Security Audits. To deliberate the deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel or devices; or a security audit.
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent
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III.C. Texas Gov't Code 551.089 Deliberation Regarding Security Devices or Security Audits: To deliberate security assessments or deployments relating to information resources technology; network security information as described by Section 2059.055(b); or deployment, or specific occasions for implementation, of security personnel, critical infrastructure, or security devices.
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent
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III.D. Texas Government Code section 551.072, 551.071, and 551.129: Deliberate regarding the purchase, exchange, lease, or value of real, including possible discussion with legal counsel regarding legal issues related to Real Estate and Agreements based on property and taxes.
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent
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IV. Prayer, Pledge, Motto, Vision, Mission and Belief Statements
Presenter:
Team of 8
Discussion:
The Team of Eight read the district Motto, Mission, Vision, and Core Beliefs. Clint Duncan voiced the prayer and Sarah Robinson led the Pledge.
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V. Recognitions
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent
Discussion:
The Team of 8 and Mr. Goff recognized the newly elected RIS Student Body President, Ella Arnold. The Team of 8, Coach Haugh, and Mr. George also recognized several staff members including Benji Melancon, Mindy Early, David Reeves, David Estes, Roman Johnson, and Tommy Kimble for their life saving efforts involving three separate incidents. One incident of a neck injury during a varsity football game, another of a choking incident on a bus returning from a game, and another choking incident at the HS during school. All students made full recoveries due to the life saving efforts of these staff members. Thank you to each and every one of you for your service to our kids.
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VI. Informational Items
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent
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VI.A. Annual Financial Audit Report Presentation
Presenter:
Thomas & Thomas
Discussion:
Thomas & Thomas presented the 2023-2024 audit report.
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VI.B. Accountability Report
Discussion:
The Accountability Report and Public Hearing will be provided once reports are in and there is adequate time to publish in the paper as required by law.
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VI.C. Professional Development
Discussion:
Professional Development through Region 8 for all staff was provided from Nov 11 through Dec 9. Dr. Burns also let the board know beginning in January all reports will be for the previous month. This data is easier to understand and ensure all data for the month is included.
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VI.D. Cash Flow, Revenues and Check Register
Presenter:
Tess Baker, Director of Finance
Discussion:
The board reviewed all financial documents with no questions.
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VI.D.1. Investments
Presenter:
Tess Baker, Director of Finance
Discussion:
We are currently earning 4.52% on our General Operating account.
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VI.E. Enrollment
Discussion:
The board reviewed enrollment documents with no questions.
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VII. Consent Agenda
Presenter:
Sarah Robinson, President
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VII.A. Minutes
Presenter:
Sarah Robinson, President
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VII.A.1. 11.18.24
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VIII. Action Items for Discussion/Consideration
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent
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VIII.A. Resolutions Honoring Staff for Lifesaving Measures
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VIII.B. Designate Fund Balance
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VIII.C. Annual Financial Audit Report
Presenter:
Thomas & Thomas
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VIII.D. Campus Improvement Plans
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VIII.D.1. Redwater Junior High School Improvement Plan
Presenter:
Kim Cody
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mrs. Cody, RJH Principal, presented changes to their improvement plan.
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VIII.D.2. Redwater High School Improvement Plan
Presenter:
Shaun George
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
Mr. George, RHS Principal, presented changes to their improvement plan.
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VIII.E. RFP Exterior Doors
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VIII.F. RFP Exterior Lighting
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The board requested to ensure steps are taken to allow easily accessible electrical expansion to these lights in the future.
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VIII.G. Delegating Hiring Authority to Superintendent
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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VIII.H. Surplus 2006 F250 Truck
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
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IX. Superintendent's Report
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns, Superintendent
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IX.A. Wednesday Wisdom
Discussion:
Superintendent reported the Wisdom Wednesday motivation sent to staff over the previous month.
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IX.B. Dragon Kingdom Branding
Discussion:
The superintendent reported the Dragon Kingdom branding utilized on social media over the previous month.
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IX.C. Dragon Fact Friday
Discussion:
Dragon Fact Friday will be utilized during the possible bond campaign.
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IX.D. Community Meetings
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IX.D.1. Facilities Planning Committee Meetings
Discussion:
The superintendent reported on the December 9th community facilities meeting. Meeting went well with information and possible bond was well received.
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IX.D.2. Pastoral Alliance
Discussion:
No December meeting was held for the Pastoral Alliance.
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IX.E. Out of State Travel - DTV STN Information on Florida
Discussion:
More specific information was given to the board regarding the out-of-state trip to Florida for STN, Student Television Network, conference and contest.
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IX.F. Pay Scales and Federal Changes to the Exempt Salary Threshold
Discussion:
Federal law changes January 1 concerning the threshold for exempt status pay for all positions not already considered exempt. The pay threshold is $1,128/wk. We will be examine our payscales to determine if any changes need to be made. Our new technology tech will not meet this threshold for exempt status. Previously, all technology staff we automatically exempt. This is no longer the case.
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IX.G. Designation of District Non-Business Days as pertaining to Public Information Act
Discussion:
We will need to designate District Non-Business Days for SY 025-2026 when the new calendar is adopted.
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IX.H. HealthCore LPC Update
Discussion:
No current qualified and credentialed candidates, but still receiving applications.
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IX.I. Operations
Discussion:
Cafeteria Charges were discussed. The amount of charges has increased significantly since the $15 maximum set due to parents not being able to see more than a $15 debt. Redwater ISD is exploring eliminating the $15 maximum charge limit in order for parents to see the amount owed.
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IX.I.1. Update
Discussion:
The board reviewed the maintenance update provided with no questions.
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IX.I.2. Safety & Security
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IX.I.2.a. Intruder Detection Audit
Discussion:
RIS completed their intruder audit with a 100%, no findings.
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IX.I.2.b. Safety Funding
Discussion:
Board was provided with the following breakdown of Safety Fund expenditures:
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IX.I.2.c. Generators
Discussion:
The district has started to explore the possible cost of emergency generators.
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IX.J. Informational
Presenter:
Dr. Kelly Burns
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IX.J.1. Board Self-Evaluation
Discussion:
The superintendent reminded the board of their need to complete a board self-evaluation.
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IX.J.2. Board Training
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IX.J.2.a. Team of 8 Training - Monday, January 22, 2024 @ 6:00 pm
Discussion:
Team of 8 training will be scheduled following the board election in May.
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IX.J.2.b. Cybersecurity Required Training
Discussion:
The superintendent is happy to report RISD is 100% trained on cybersecurity, including the board. Thank you.
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IX.J.3. January Board Meeting Date - Monday, January 20, 2025
Discussion:
January Regular Meeting date was set as Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Special Meetings set for January 14 for Superintendent Evaluation and February 10, 2025 to discuss the possibility of calling a bond.
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IX.J.4. Trustee Election
Discussion:
Three places (place numbers 1, 2, and 3) are up for re-election in May.
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X. Adjourn
Presenter:
Sarah Robinson, President
Action(s):
No Action(s) have been added to this Agenda Item.
Discussion:
The meeting was adjourned at 7:46 p.m.
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