May 25, 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. Meetings of the Board of Trustees will be held in the Board Room, 601 S. Jupiter Garland, Texas 75042. Due to health concerns related to the COVID-19 coronavirus, members of the public may attend board meetings in the Garland/Rowlett Rooms of Harris Hill Administration Building with live streaming. Per TEA Guidance as referenced in Governor Abbott’s Executive Order GA-34, everyone physically present must wear a face mask at all times and should practice social distancing.

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. 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. Action Items (Non Consent)

V.A. Sign Statements of Elected Officer - Mechelle Hogan

V.B. Administer Oath of Office to Newly Elected Trustees - Mechelle Hogan

VI. Information Items

VI.A. Evidence of Excellence 

VI.A.1. Recognize GISD Social and Emotional Learning School of Excellence Award Winners - Nwakaego Oriji 

VI.B. Going the Extra Mile (GEMs)

VI.B.1. Recognize Going the Extra Mile (GEM) Recipients for Campus and Division Paraprofessionals of the Year - Sherese Lightfoot

VI.B.2. Recognize Going the Extra Mile (GEM) Recipients for Elementary and Secondary Teacher of the Year - Sherese Lightfoot

VI.C. Recognize Texas Instruments Foundation Innovation in STEM Teaching Award Winners - Lisa Cox

VI.D. Introduction of District Administrator - Dr. Gradyne E. Brown

VI.E. Receive 87th Legislative Update - Dr. Brent Ringo, Brandy Mayo

VI.F. Review Third Quarter Investment Report - Dr. Brent Ringo, Rhonda Roundtree

VI.G. Receive Budget Planning Presentation for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 - Dr. Brent Ringo, Brandy Mayo

VII. Discussion Items

VII.A. Discuss Trustees' Report - Robert Selders Jr. 

VII.B. Trustees' Report

VII.B.1. Trustee attendance at recent district and community events

VII.B.2. Announcement of upcoming district and community events

VII.B.3. Recognition of outstanding performance by district staff and students

VII.B.4. Recognition of new programs and special activities

VII.B.5. Message from Board President

VII.C. Superintendent's Report

VII.D. Future Agenda Items

VIII. Consent Agenda - Consider approval of

VIII.A. Human Resources Report-Dr. Gradyne Brown

IX. Action Items (Non Consent)

IX.A. Consider Amendment of 2020-2021 Salary Schedule for Summer Intersession Pay - Dr. Gradyne E. Brown

IX.B. Consider Amendment of 2020-2021 Salary Schedule for TIA Stipends - Dr. Gradyne E. Brown

IX.C. Consider Approval of 2021-2022 Salary Schedule - Dr. Gradyne E. Brown

IX.D. Resolution Concerning Waiver of Local Board Policy to Require Two Readings of Policy before Adoption - Lisa Ray

IX.E. Discuss and Adopt Resolution Regarding ESSER III and Policy CB (LOCAL), State and Federal Revenue Sources - Lisa Ray, Dr. Brent Ringo

IX.F. Consider Approval of Resolution to Build a Coalition with City of Garland, City of Rowlett and City of Sachse - Robert Selders Jr.

IX.G. Consider Approval of Instructional Materials Allotment TEKS Certification - District Affairs Committee 

IX.H. Consider Approval of Location of Private Cellular Tower at Memorial Pathway Academy -Facilities Committee

IX.I. Consider Approval of Budget Transfers and Amendments to the 2020-2021 General Fund – Finance Committee

IX.J. Consider Approval of Tax Refunds for Overpayments or Erroneous Payments – Finance Committee

IX.K. Consider Approval of Atmos Energy and VOOKS Literacy Partnership Donation – Finance Committee

IX.L. New Bids

IX.L.1. Contract #271-21 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Leased Warehouse Space – Mark A. Booker

IX.L.2. Contract #180-21 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Apparel, Merchandise, Accessories and Services – Joseph Figarelli

IX.L.3. Contract #102-21 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Office Supplies Catalog – Finance Committee

IX.L.4. Contract #370-21 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Concessionaire Services (Curtis Culwell Center) – Finance Committee

IX.L.5. Contract #160-21 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Single Sign-On (SSO) and Identity Lifecycle Management (ILM) Solution – Finance Committee

IX.L.6. Contract #302-21-09 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Behavior Management Instructional Materials – Finance Committee 

IX.L.7. Contract #340-21 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Security Equipment Parts and Service – Finance Committee 

IX.L.8. Contract #341-21-01 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Translation and Interpretation Services – Finance Committee 

IX.L.9. Contract #362-21 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Bond Underwriting Services – Finance Committee

IX.L.10. Contract #390-21-02 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Transportation Software – Finance Committee

IX.L.11. Contract #390-21-03 – Consider Approval of Purchase of School Bus Purchase – Finance Committee 

IX.L.12. Contract #499-14-21 – Consider Approval of Contractor and Increase in Project Amount for Org #005 Lakeview Centennial High School HVAC Ductwork Replacement – Finance/Facilities Committee 

IX.L.13. Contract #206-21 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Indoor and Outdoor Flooring and Sports Surfaces Installation and Repair – Finance Committee 

IX.M. Renewal Bids

IX.M.1. Contract #186-17 – Consider Approval of Purchase of Full Service Custodial and Janitorial Services – Finance Committee

X. Executive Session: Executive session will be held for purposes permitted by Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code Section 551.001 et seq.

X.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.

X.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.

X.B.1. Consideration and deliberation regarding administrative recommendations with regard to professional and administrative contracts. 

X.B.2. Consideration and deliberation regarding administrative recommendations with regard to professional employees, teachers and other contractual position contracts.

X.B.3. Consultation and deliberation regarding administrative recommendations including Director, Office of Innovation; Principal, Northlake Elementary School; Principal, Carver Elementary School; Principal, Golden Meadows Elementary School; and Principal, ICON Virtual School.

X.B.4. Consultation and deliberation regarding the selection of officers for the Board of Trustees.

XI. Reconvene from Executive Session for action relative to items considered during Executive Session

XI.A. Consideration and possible action regarding administrative recommendations with regard to professional and administrative contracts. 

XI.B. Consideration and possible action regarding administrative recommendations with regard to professional employees, teachers and other contractual position contracts.

XI.C. Consideration and possible action regarding administrative recommendations including Director, Office of Innovation; Principal, Northlake Elementary School; Principal, Carver Elementary School; Principal, Golden Meadows Elementary School; and Principal, ICON Virtual School.

XI.D. Consideration and possible action regarding the election of Board Officers.

XII. Adjournment