The law firm of Williams Parker Harrison Dietz & Getzen has represented the School Board for many years with respect to real estate matters.  District staff is now exploring the potential acquisition of a parcel of land located in the proposed Palmer Place development owned by Kemmons Wilson.  Williams Parker has also represented Kemmons Wilson in other matters and transactions unrelated to this specific transaction.  Kemmons Wilson has signed the attached consent allowing Williams Parker to represent the School Board with respect to the potential transaction between it and the School Board.  This agenda item seeks to inform the Board of this situation and secure its approval for Williams Parker to represent the Board in this matter.

That the School Board consent to the waiver of conflict signed by Kemmons Wilson, waive any potential conflict, and authorize the law firm of Williams Parker Harrison Dietz & Getzen to represent the Board with respect to a potential real estate transaction involving property located in the proposed Palmer Place subdivision.