1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS/MOMENTS OF PRIDE

Description

N/A

Recommendation
N/A

2. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT

Description
N/A

Recommendation
N/A

3. HEARING OF CITIZENS

Description
N/A

Recommendation
N/A


Minutes: None

4. APPROVAL OF CORRECTIONS TO CONSENT AGENDA

Description
N/A

Recommendation
That the Board approves the corrections to the Consent Agenda.


Minutes: No Corrections

5. APPROVAL OF CONSENT AGENDA

Description

N/A

Recommendation
That the Board approves the Consent Agenda, consisting of items as a whole with action recorded as if it had been taken severalty.

Motions:
That the Board approves the Consent Agenda, consisting of items as a whole with action recorded as if it had been taken severalty.	- PASS
Vote Results
Motion: Caroline Zucker
Second: Kathy Kleinlein
Shirley Brown	- Aye
Kathy Kleinlein	- Aye
Frank Kovach	- Aye
Carol Todd	- Aye
Caroline Zucker	- Aye

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

6. APPROVAL OF MINUTES

Description
N/A

Recommendation

That the April 6, 2010 (Regular Board Meeting), April 13, 2010 (Budget Decision Workshop) and the April 20, 2010 (Regular Board Meeting) minutes be approved.

APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL/CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL REPORT

7. APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL/CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL REPORT

Description

N/A

Recommendation
That the Instructional/Classified Personnel Report be approved.

Attachment: 05-04-10.pdf
Attachment: 05-04-10add1.pdf

RATIFICATION OF REASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO SCHOOLS

8. RATIFICATION OF REASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO SCHOOLS

Description

Reassignment of students to schools within the county have been approved by the administration or recommended by the Student Reassignment Appeal Board, in accordance with policies of the School Board.  They are presented for formal ratification.

Recommendation
That the reassignment of students to schools be ratified as presented.

Attachment: rptBoardDate May 4.pdf (Confidential Item)

GENERAL ITEMS

9. APPROVAL OF 2010-2011 ELEMENTARY FEES

Description
In accordance with School Board Rule 5.39, fees must be approved yearly at a School Board meeting prior to the end of the school year.

Recommendation
That the elementary fees be approved as presented.  This schedule reflects no increase in fees from last year.

Attachment: aftercare1011.pdf

10. SETTLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGATION

Description
This settlement will resolve the pending litigation which is currently scheduled for trial in August 2010.

Recommendation
That the School Board approve the settlement in the case of Michelle Brown v. School Board of Sarasota County on the terms stated in the attached settlement agreement.

Attachment: Settlement Agreement.pdf
Attachment: Release.pdf

11. SETTLEMENT OF PENDING LITIGATION

Description

This settlement will resolve the pending litigation on the terms stated in the settlement agreement.

Recommendation
That the School Board approve the settlement in the case of Venice Taxpayers League, Inc. v. School Board of Sarasota County as presented in the attached settlement agreement.

Attachment: Settlement Agreement in VTL v School Board.pdf

12. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT TO EXCHANGE PROPERTY ON ORANGE AVENUE

Description
As part of the rebuild of Booker High School, the district has been working with the school's immediate neighbors and the City of Sarasota to realign Orange Avenue so that it goes around, rather then through, the campus.  As the civil engineers designed the new roadway and the Design Team examined various site plan options, it became apparent that much could be gained by exchanging property at the northeast corner of Orange Avenue and 35th Street. If approved, Orange Avenue will be designed in such a way as to save the project considerable costs, and the bus loop and parking for the theater will be improved.

Recommendation
That the School Board approve the contract to exchange property, including an additional payment, at the intersection of Orange Avenue and 35th Street, Sarasota.

AGREEMENTS/CONTRACTS

13. AFFILIATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF SARASOTA COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND VETERINARY ASSOCIATES OF JACARANDA

Description

The School Board offers to students enrolled in the Health Science Program a clinical learning experience through the application of knowledge and clinical skills in actual patient-centered situations in a health care facility.  Veterinary Associates of Jacaranda has agreed to make its facility available to the School Board for such purposes. 

Recommendation
That the Affiliation Agreement between the School Board of Sarasota County, Florida, and Veterinary Associates of Jacaranda be approved.

Attachment: Affiliation Agreement - Vet Assoc (April 9 2010).pdf

14. ADDENDUM TO AFFILIATION AGREEMENT WITH SARASOTA COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

Description

A paragraph will be added to the original agreement stating that the School Board will perform background checks on all students to insure they meet the requirements established by the State of Florida Board of Nursing.

Recommendation
That the Addendum to Affiliation Agreement with Sarasota County Health Department be approved.

Attachment: Addendum to Affiliation Agreement w Sarasota County Health Dept Apr 2010.pdf

GRANTS

15. APPROVAL OF THE SENSORY CONNECTIONS TO READING GRANT PROPOSAL TO TARGET FOR WILKINSON ELEMENTARY

Description
COMPETITIVE: Grant funds of $2,000.00 will allow Wilkinson Elementary School to motivate reluctant readers, allow student access to material and experience growth in comprehension.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the Sensory Connections to Reading grant proposal.

Attachment: Sensory Connections to Reading-Ruth ThomasApproved.pdf
Attachment: Sensory Connections to Reading-Ruth ThomasApproved page 2.pdf

16. APPROVAL OF THE HOME/SCHOOL CONNECTIONS TO READING GRANT PROPOSAL TO DOLLAR GENERAL GRANTS FOR WILKINSON ELEMENTARY

Description
COMPETITIVE: Grant funds of $4,318.05 will increase parental participation in fun read aloud activities which allow parents to support their children's learning in a motivating, meaningful manner.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota County approves the Home/School Connections to Reading grant proposal.

Attachment: Home School Connections to Reading-Ruth Thomas Approved.pdf

17. APPROVAL OF THE DOLLAR GENERAL SKILL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM GRANT PROPOSAL TO THE DOLLAR GENERAL STORES FOR SCTI

Description
COMPETITIVE: Grant funds of $19,600 will increase part-time instructional hours, enable group instruction for student aged 16 and above, who are preparing for a GED exam.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota County approves the Dollar General Skill Improvement Program Grant Proposal.

Attachment: Dollar General Skill Improvement Prog - Laurel Chase Approved.pdf

18. APPROVAL OF THE PASSPORT TO WELLNESS GRANT PROPOSAL TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH

Description
CONTINUATION: Grant funds of $150,000 will continue the Employee Wellness Program to enhance the health and well-being of employees.

Recommendation
That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the Passport to Wellness grant application.

Attachment: Passport to Wellness.pdf

FIELD TRIPS

19. APPROVAL OF THE PINE VIEW SCHOOL SPEECH & DEBATE FIELD TRIP TO OMAHA, NEBRASKA, ON MAY 27, 2010 THROUGH MAY 31, 2010

Description
Students of Speech I and Debate II classes compete in district, state and national speech and debate contests.  Students compete in speaking contests and earn membership privileges in the Catholic Forensic League, Florida Forensic League, and National Forensic Leagues. 

Recommendation
That the Pine View School Speech & Debate field trip to Omaha, Nebraska on May 27, 2010 through May 31, 2010, be approved.

EXPULSIONS

20. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-251

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-251, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On January 7, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-251, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d), Fighting.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until January 14, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-251, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session, until January 14 of the 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-251.pdf (Confidential Item)

21. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-077

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-077, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On October 13, 2009, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-077, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1((g), Disobedience/Insubordination.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 4, 2010.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-077, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately until June 4 of the 2009-2010 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-077.pdf (Confidential Item)

22. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-135

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-135, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On November 9, 2009, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-135, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d), Threat to Students.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until January 4, 2011.

Recommendation

That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-135, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session until January 4 of the 2010-2011 academic year.

 

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-135.pdf (Confidential Item)

23. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-262

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-262, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On February 3, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-262, violated School Board Policy 5.322, Prohibition Against Use, Sale, or Possession of Alcohol or Drugs.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 6, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Section 2006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-262, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session and the entire 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-262.pdf (Confidential Item)

24. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-271

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-271, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On January 27, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-271, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(g), Misuse of Electronic Devices, Insubordination/Disobedience.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until February 11, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-271, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session, until February 11 of the 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-271.pdf (Confidential Item)

25. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-315

Description

The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-315, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On February 17, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-315, violated School Board Policy 5.322, Prohibition  Against Use, Sale, or Possession of Alcohol or Drugs.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 30, 2011.

 

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-315, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session, until June 30 of the 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-315.pdf (Confidential Item)

26. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 09-329

Description

The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 09-329, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On March 17, 2009, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 09-329, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(g), Disobedience/Insubordination.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 4 of the 2009-2010 academic year.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 09-329, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools be approved effective immediately until June 4 of 2009-2010 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 09-329.pdf (Confidential Item)

27. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-269

Description

The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-269, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On January 26, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-269, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d), Threat to Student.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 6 of the 2010-2011 academic year.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-269, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session and the entire 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-269.pdf (Confidential Item)

28. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-114

Description

The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-114, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On November 4, 2009, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-114, violated School Board Policy 5.321, Possession of Weapon and Other Prohibited Articles.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 15, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-114, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session until June 15 of the 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-114.pdf (Confidential Item)

29. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-302

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-302, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On February 3, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-302, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(g), Repetitive Disruptive and Disrespectful Behaviors.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 4, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-302, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session, and the entire 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-302.pdf (Confidential Item)

30. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-399

Description
The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-399, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On March 24, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-399, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d), Fighting.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 4, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-399, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session, and the entire 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-399.pdf (Confidential Item)

31. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-418

Description

The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-418, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On April 20, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-418, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(g), Bullying; Severe Inappropriate Activity.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 6, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-418, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session, and the entire 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-418.pdf (Confidential Item)

32. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-193

Description

The student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-193, is in violation of an accepted Expulsion Settlement Agreement for alternative school placement.  On December 1, 2009, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-193, violated School Board Policy 5.34(1)(d), Theft.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until January 19, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07(1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-193, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session until January 19 of the 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-193.pdf (Confidential Item)

33. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-409

Description

On April 12, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-409, violated School Board Policy 5.32, Zero Tolerance (1)(a), Battery on School Board Employee.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until August 14, 2011.

Recommendation
That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07 (1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, and the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-409, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session, and the entire 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-409.pdf (Confidential Item)

34. APPROVAL OF EXPULSION CASE NO. 10-413

Description
On April 9, 2010, the student listed in Expulsion Case No. 10-413, violated School Board Policy 5.32, Zero Tolerance (1)(j), Possession, Use, or Sale of Controlled Substances.  It is the recommendation of the Superintendent that the student be expelled from the Sarasota County Schools until June 30, 2011.

Recommendation

That in accordance with provisions of Sections 1006.07 (1)(a)(b), Florida Statutes and School Board Policy 5.34, and the holding of a hearing having been waived by the student/parent, the recommendation as specified in Expulsion Case No. 10-413, to expel the student referenced therein from the Sarasota County Schools, be approved effective immediately for the remainder of the 2009-2010 academic year, the 2010 summer session, and the entire 2010-2011 academic year.

Attachment: EXPULSION CASE NO 10-413.pdf (Confidential Item)

MATERIALS MANAGEMENT

35. APPROVAL TO AWARD BID #0536 FOR BASKETBALL/TENNIS/PLAY COURTS RESURFACING WITH LINE STRIPING AND REPAIRS

Description
Bids to provide 'Basketball/Tennis/Play Courts Resurfacing with Line Striping and Repairs' were received from four vendors on April 7, 2010. The bid of Welch Tennis Courts, Inc., was the best low bid meeting the advertised specifications. The bid of Stewart Tennis Courts and Fencing, Inc., was non-responsive to the requirements to provide samples, specifications, and literature for an alternate product bid. This bid is for a period of one year with the option to renew for two additional one-year periods. The funds for these purchases are contained in the capital budget allocated to the Facilities Services Department.

Recommendation
That the bid of Welch Tennis Courts, Inc., to provide 'Basketball/Tennis/Play Courts Resurfacing with Line Striping and Repairs' in an amount not to exceed $110,000.00, be approved for award and purchase.

Attachment: BsktballTennisPlayCrt0536Rec.pdf

36. APPROVAL OF CLASSIFICATION OF INOPERATIVE EQUIPMENT AND FURNITURE AS PROPERTY TO BE DELETED

Description
The custodians of the property (cost center heads) have certified it to be traded in on new equipment, unaccounted for, not repairable or otherwise inoperable. Property still on hand after reallocation will be salvaged for any useful parts and then sold at auction.

Recommendation
That the classification of equipment and furniture, as property to be deleted, be approved.

Attachment: AgdDeleteProperty 050410.pdf

CONSTRUCTION

37. APPROVAL OF THE DELETION FOR DEMOLITION OF PORTABLES #99-387, #99-431 AND #99-473 AT VENICE HIGH SCHOOL

Description
The Long Range Planning office has determined that these relocatable classrooms are no longer needed by the District. The specified portables recommended for deletion have been inspected by Construction Services and Facilities Services staff and are deemed to no longer be economical to maintain or renovate. These portables are currently being utilized for various purposes as outlined on the enclosure. Funds for demolition are available in the capital projects account.

Recommendation
That the deletion of Portables #99-387, #99-431 and #99-473 at Venice High School from the F.I.S.H. inventory for demolition be approved as presented.

Attachment: BAIenc5-4-2010PortDemoVHSx3.pdf

38. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT #1 TO THE ARCHITECT'S AGREEMENT FOR THE BOOKER HIGH SCHOOL - REBUILD PROJECT

Description
The scope of work for this amendment shall include all engineering services, project design, and construction administration necessary to execute the Vacation (of old section) and Dedication (of new section) of Orange Avenue per the detailed proposal and contract. The cost of this amendment shall not exceed $73,805.00. Funds for this amendment are available through the project budget account.

Recommendation
That Amendment #1 to the Agreement dated 11/3/2009 with Harvard Jolly, Inc. for the Booker High School - Rebuild project be approved as presented.

Attachment: BAIenc5-4-2010BHS-RebuildArchAmd#1App.pdf

39. RATIFICATION OF AMENDMENT #1 TO THE ARCHITECT'S AGREEMENT FOR THE TOLEDO BLADE ELEMENTARY - RENOVATION PROJECT

Description
The number of portables being demolished, being left on site, and being moved to other school sites has been changed. This amendment provides for additional services for the design, construction administration and record documents for these changes. The funding of these additional services is being covered by utilizing unused balances from other contingent additional services, resulting in a no net additional cost for this amendment.

Recommendation
That Amendment #1 to the Agreement dated 10/21/2008 with TOTeMS Architecture, Inc. for the Toledo Blade Elementary School - Renovation project be ratified as presented.

Attachment: BAIenc5-402010ToledoBladeRenovArchAmd#1Rat.pdf

40. ACCEPTANCE OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES' PROJECT(S) COMPLETION AND APPROVAL OF FINAL PAYMENT TO CONTRACTOR(S)

Description
The substantial completion date(s), original and final contract amount(s) are summarized on the enclosure for ease of review. All work has been completed and all required close-out documents have been received from the contractor. The Executive Director of Construction Services has determined that the project(s) are complete in accordance with state statutes.

Recommendation
That the cited Construction Services' projects be accepted as complete and the final payment to contractors be approved as presented.

Attachment: BAIenc5-402010ProjCompl+FinalConPymt.pdf

41. APPROVAL AND/OR RATIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTION SERVICES' CHANGE ORDER(S)

Description
The Construction Services' Change Order(s) are summarized on the enclosure for ease of review. These change order(s) collectively total a reduction of $293,242.04 in contract amounts.

Recommendation
That the Construction Services' Change Order(s) be approved and/or ratified as presented.

Attachment: BAIenc5-4-2010CSD-CO.pdf

42. APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENT OF AN AD HOC REVIEW COMMITTEE FOR THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES SELECTION PROCESS

Description

In accordance with School Board Policy 7.71, the Board shall, at least every three (3) years, appoint an Ad Hoc Review Committee to review the selection process for design professionals and make recommendations for changes in the policy to ensure that the best qualified firms are selected for all Board projects.  The members of the committee include:

Pat Black, Chair

Ellery Girard (Prior Member, PSSC)

Bill Muth (Prior Member, PSSC)

Recommendation
That the appointment of the Ad Hoc Review Committee for the professional services selection process, School Board Policy 7.71, Selection Policy for Professional Construction Related Services, be approved as presented.

JOB DESCRIPTIONS

43. APPROVAL OF THE REVISED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR LIBRARY AUTOMATION SYSTEM TECHNICIAN

Description

The revised job description for Library Automation System Technician  is being presented for School Board approval.   

Recommendation

That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the revised job description for Library Automation System Technician.

Attachment: Job 107 - Library Automation System Technician REVISED.pdf

44. APPROVAL OF THE REVISED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR BUS DRIVER

Description

The revised job description for Bus Driver is being presented for School Board approval.   

Recommendation

That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the revised job description for Bus Driver.

Attachment: Job 144 - Bus Driver REVISED 3-11-10.pdf

45. APPROVAL OF THE REVISED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR MECHANIC

Description

The revised job description for Mechanic is being presented for School Board approval.   

Recommendation

That the School Board of Sarasota County approve the revised job description for Mechanic.      

Attachment: Job 104 - Mechanic REVISED.pdf

46. ANNOUNCEMENTS/COMMENTS

Description
N/A

Recommendation
N/A

47. ADJOURNMENT

Description
N/A

Recommendation
N/A


Minutes: 

The Chair adjourned the regular Board meeting at 6:34 p.m.

We certify that the foregoing minutes are a true account of the regular Board meeting held on May 4, 2010, and approved at the regular Board meeting on May 18, 2010.