January 26, 2021 at 5:00 PM - Regular 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.

IV. 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.  

V. Information Items

V.A. Evidence of Excellence 

V.A.1. Recognize Dell Scholar Semifinalists - Jean Greenidge

V.A.2. Recognize Employee Wellness and Nutrition Coordinator Liz Kiertscher - Sherese Lightfoot

V.B. Going the Extra Mile (GEMs)

V.B.1. Recognize Going the Extra Mile (GEM) Award Recipient Stephany Hume - Sherese Lightfoot

V.B.2. Recognize Going the Extra Mile (GEM) Award Recipient GISD Maintenance Department - Sherese Lightfoot

V.C. Receive 2020-2021 ASBO International Meritorious Budget Award  - Brandy Mayo

VI. Discussion Items

VI.A. Discuss Update 116 Legal Policies - Lisa Ray

VI.B. Review and Discuss Local Policies from TASB Update 116 (First Read) - Lisa Ray

VI.C. Trustees' Report

VI.C.1. Trustee attendance at recent district and community events

VI.C.2. Announcement of upcoming district and community events

VI.C.3. Recognition of outstanding performance by district staff and students

VI.C.4. Recognition of new programs and special activities

VI.C.5. Message from Board President

VI.D. Superintendent's Report

VI.E. Future Agenda Items

VII. Consent Agenda - Consider approval of

VII.A. Human Resources Report - Dr. Susanna Russell/Dr. Gradyne Brown

VIII. Action Item (Non Consent)

VIII.A. Consider Approval of Recommended 2021-2022 New Course Offerings - District Affairs Committee

VIII.B. Discuss and Adopt Resolution for Extension of Leave for Employee Quarantine for the 2020-2021 Fiscal Year - Dr. Gradyne Brown 

VIII.C. Consider Approval of New South Garland High School Mascot - Dr. Susanna Russell 

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 

VIII.F. Consider Approval of the Gibson Internal Audit Project Scope - Linda Griffin

VIII.G. Consider Approval of Budget Transfers and Amendments to the 2020-2021 General Fund - Finance Committee

VIII.H. New Bids

VIII.H.1. Contract #37-21 Consider Approval of Purchase of Web Based Special Education Management Systems - Finance Committee 

VIII.H.2. Contract #57-20 Consider Approval of Purchase of School Bus Disinfection Service - Finance Committee 

VIII.H.3. Contract #180-20-02 Consider Approval of Purchase of Band Uniforms and Accessories - Finance Committee

VIII.H.4. Contract #345-20-03 Consider Approval of Purchase of Musical Instruments, Supplies and Repairs - Finance Committee 

VIII.H.5. Contract #390-21 Consider Approval of Purchase of Transportation General Trades Merchandise, Vehicles and Services - Finance Committee 

VIII.I. New RFQ

VIII.I.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

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.

XI. Adjournment

XII. Consider Approval of Trustee Election Order - Mechelle Hogan