Special-called Board Meeting

INTRO [View Item]

1. ACTION ITEM

A. The Board will consider approving an order authorizing the issuance of Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District Unlimited Tax Refunding Bonds, Series 2007; Authorizing the advance refunding of certain outstanding obligations and the execution and delivery of an escrow agreement and the subscription for and purchase of certain escrowed securities; and containing other matters related thereto.
Presenter: George Hobson, Frank Ildebrando [View Item]

INTRO [View Item]

1.   RECOGNITIONS

      A. The Board will recognize students from Cypress Creek, Cypress Ridge and Cypress Woods High Schools who won first or second place at the Texas State Thespian Festival in November and are advancing to nationals. (Monday)
Presenter: Glenda Horner

      B.   The Board will recognize a CenterPoint Energy representative who will commend the district staff for successful ongoing efforts resulting in improved energy efficiency. (Monday)
Presenter: Roy Sprague, Karen Gregory (CenterPoint Energy)

      C. The superintendent will make remarks and announcements including the honors and achievements earned by staff and students in recent weeks. (Monday)
Presenter: David Anthony

2.   BOARD COMMENTS

      A. Any Board member may make a comment during this portion of the agenda, without prior posting being required. Comment items may not pertain to the character of any students, staff or Board member and may not be discussed or deliberated upon at this meeting. (Monday)
Presenter: Board Members

3.   CITIZEN PARTICIPATION

      A. Patrons who have duly registered per policy BED (Local) may address the Board regarding matters of concern/interest to the district, other than the character of any student, staff or Board member. The Board may not act upon any matter that is not listed under the Action Item portion of the agenda. The Board will continue with the remaining agenda after the registered patrons have had an opportunity to speak. (Monday)
Presenter: Kelli Durham

4.   REPORTS
The following items may be considered at both the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting and the Regular Board Meeting.

      A. The administration will report on the progress of the design of Elementary School No. 49. (Thursday)
Presenter: Roy Sprague [View Item]

      B     The administration will report on plans for use of high school allotment funds and on related student performance goals. (Thursday)
Presenter: Deanna Swenke, George Hobson, Becky Knight, Harold Rowe, Debbie Emery [View Item]

      C. The administration will report on administrative assignments or promotions for Director of Student Services/Classroom Management; Senior Director for Campus Improvement and Research; Principal of O. Hamilton Middle School; Principal of Bob and Bobbie Warner Elementary School; Principal of Patti Becker McFee Elementary School; and Principal of George E. Hopper, Jr. Middle School. [This item may be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 551.074.] (Monday)
Presenter: David Anthony, Debbie Emery

      D. The administration will report on the progress of the design of Elementary School No. 48. (Monday) Presenter: Roy Sprague

      E.   The administration will report on the SAT/ACT test scores for the 2006 seniors. (Monday)
Presenter: Deanna Swenke, Rayyan Amine

      F.   The administration will provide a written report on legislative issues, State Board of Education, Texas School Alliance and the Fast Growth School Coalition activities.
Presenter: Cheryl Salyards, George Hobson [View Item]

5.   ACTION ITEMS – CONSENSUS
The following items may be considered at both the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting and the Regular Board Meeting.

      A. The Board will consider approving bids and contracts to the recommended vendors.
Presenter: George Hobson, Colleen Wells [View Item]

            1. #06-11-9028R, Musical Instrument Repair and Service Annual Contract

            2. #06-11-9064R, Career and Technology Equipment Repair Service Annual Contract

            3. # 06-11-9076 , Athletic and Clinic First Aid Supplies Annual Contract

      B.   The Board will consider approving the tax refunds of $500 or greater for Cypress-Fairbanks ISD and/or Harris County Education District.
Presenter: George Hobson [View Item]

      C. The Board will consider approving the sale of district furniture and equipment through a surplus Internet auction to be held in February 2007.
Presenter: Marty Edwards [View Item]

      D. The Board will consider approving the leave of absence for three paraprofessionals, Anita Renfro, Julie Ybarra, and Fe Cooper, for purposes of student teaching.
Presenter: Jan Price, Teresa Hull [View Item]

      E.   The Board will consider approving the minutes of the December 11, 2006 , regular meeting.
Presenter: Cindy Wright [View Item]

      F.   The Board will consider approving the minutes of the December 11, 2006 , workshop meeting.
Presenter: Cindy Wright [View Item]

6.   ACTION ITEMS - NON-CONSENSUS
The following items may be considered at both the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting and the Regular Board Meeting.

      A. The Board will consider approving the 2007-08 Official Board Meeting Calendar.
Presenter: David Anthony [View Item]

      B.   The Board will consider approving a resolution authorizing Bonnie Brown to conduct treasury functions with Texpool and Lonestar Investment Pool.
Presenter: George Hobson [View Item]

      C. The Board will consider approving the administration’s recommendation for the Prescription Benefit Management Plan for Cy-Fair ISD effective May 1, 2007 .
Presenter: George Hobson, Becky Knight [View Item]

      D. The Board will consider approving on first reading additions, deletions or revisions to district policy.
Presenter: David Anthony, Deanna Swenke, Debbie Emery [View Item]

            1. BDAA (LOCAL) Officers and Officials: Duties and Requirements of Board Officers

            2. DEC (LOCAL) Compensation and Benefits: Leaves and Absences

            3. EIAA (LOCAL) Grading/Progress Reports to Parents: Examinations (DELETE)

      E.   The Board will consider approving recommendations for attendance boundary changes related to the opening of McFee Elementary School .
Presenter: John Fourqurean [View Item]

      F.   The Board will consider approving recommendations for attendance boundary changes related to the opening of Warner Elementary School .
Presenter: John Fourqurean [View Item]

      G. The Board will consider approving recommendations for attendance boundary changes related to the opening of Hopper Middle School .
Presenter: John Fourqurean [View Item]

      H. The Board will consider approving recommendations for attendance boundary changes related to the opening of Cypress Lakes High School .
Presenter: John Fourqurean [View Item]

      I.    The Board will consider approving recommendations for attendance boundary changes related to the opening of Cypress Ranch High School .
Presenter: John Fourqurean [View Item]

      J.    The Board will consider authorizing the Superintendent or the Assistant Superintendent for Facilities Planning & Construction to negotiate and execute an interlocal agreement with Harris County Municipal Utility District No. 168 to provide physical activity equipment to Emmott Elementary School .
Presenter: Marney Collins Sims [View Item]

      K. The Board will consider approving a settlement agreement with Construction LTD, Amerimark Industries, Inc., and CLR resolving a construction dispute regarding the Dean Middle School Renovation Project. [This matter may be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 551.071].
Presenter: Marney Collins Sims [View Item]

      L.   The Board will consider approving the contracts for the associate superintendents. [This item may be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 551.074.]
Presenter: Debbie Emery, Teresa Hull [View Item]

7.   BOARD DISCUSSION
The following items may be considered at both the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting and the Regular Board Meeting.

      A. The Board will discuss the purchase, exchange, lease or value of real property. [This item may be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 551.072.]
Presenter: David Anthony [View Item]

8.   SUPERINTENDENT'S BRIEFING
The following items may be considered at both the Committee-of-the-Whole Meeting and the Regular Board Meeting.

      A. The superintendent will provide information regarding district events and items of community interest.
Presenter: David Anthony [View Item]