June 22, 2023 Special Board Meeting Minutes

THE OFFICIAL PROCEEDINGS OF THE GRANT PARISH SCHOOL 

BOARD OF THE PARISH OF GRANT, STATE OF LOUISIANA, TAKEN 

AT A SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON THURSDAY, JUNE 22, 2023 

The Parish School Board of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana, met in its regular meeting place, the Grant Parish School Board Office, Colfax, Louisiana, in Special Session, Thursday, June 22, 2023 at 6:00 o’clock P.M. 

There were present Mrs. April Brouillette, Mr. Lloyd Whitman, Mr. Mason Briggs, Mrs. Lisa Roberts, Mrs. Karen Layton, Mr. Mike Slaughter and Mr. William “Bill” Riggs. 

Mrs. Deborah “Debbie” McFarland was absent. 

Dr. Erin Stokes, Secretary-Treasurer was also present. 

The Parish School Board of the Parish of Grant, State of Louisiana, was duly convened  by Mrs. Lisa Roberts, President of the Grant Parish School Board, who then stated that the Grant Parish School Board was ready to transact any business which may come before the Board. 

Motion by Mr. Whitman, seconded by Mr. Slaughter and unanimously approved the Property Insurance and Boiler and Machinery Insurance. Rob Cowan with Brown & Brown Insurance discussed insurance with the Board Members and Superinendent. 

Motion by Mrs. Brouillette, seconded by Mr. Briggs and unanimously discussed and approved Grant Jr. High / Grant High (Revised: Proposed Change Order #1): Damaged ceiling tiles to be replaced caused by the extensive roof damage. The Grant High floor requires a refinish to repair water damaged areas payable to Pat Williams Construction in the amount of $36.436.00 instead of $45,566.00. 

Motion by Mr. Whitman, seconded by Mr. Riggs and unanimously approved the 2023 Proposed Budget Revisions: Parishwide Funds: Colfax Elementary: $16,818 for ceiling repairs in restrooms and janitor closet. 

Motion by Mr. Riggs, seconded by Mr. Slaughter and unanimously received and approved the Revised Classroom Teacher Job Description. Guenell Whitstine discussed Budget Adjustments with the Board. Motion by Mr. Whitman, seconded by Mr. Riggs and unanimously approved adjourning the meeting.

s/Lisa Roberts 

Lisa Roberts President 

Grant Parish School Board 

ATTEST:_________________________

Dr. Erin Stokes

Secretary-Treasurer

Grant Parish School Board