Okaloosa County School Board — Workshop Meeting, April 24, 2023

Monday, April 24, 2023 Workshop Meeting School District Central Administration Complex Niceville, Florida Training Room 9:00 a.m. *********************************************** NOTICE: This Board Meeting is being live-streamed for the convenience of the public at the video link above or at https://www.okaloosaschools.com/district/sb/meetings/2023 *********************************************** 1. Opening of Meeting Subject : 1.1 Call to Order by the Chairman Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Procedural 2. Approval of Agenda Subject : 2.1 Changes to Agenda and Approval of Agenda Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agenda as amended: Consent Agenda: Added item 7.17 Payroll Reimbursement Agreement, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer. 3. Recognitions Subject : 3.1 Recognition of the 2022-2023 Kids Tag Art Program Winners, presented by Ben Anderson, Okaloosa County Tax Collector. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Recognition Public Content The Kids Tag Art Program is a county-wide art project and fundraiser for elementary school art programs in Okaloosa County. All profits generated from the sale of tags benefit each school's art program and helps in providing classroom art supplies. File Attachments 2022-23 KTA Fall Award Winners.pdf (172 KB) 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.1 Appointment of Principal, Crestview High School, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Principal, Crestview High School. 4. Administrative Personnel Appointments Subject : 4.2 Appointment of Program Director, Professional Services, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appointment of Program Director, Professional Services. 5. Public Comment - Agenda Items Only (Blue Card) Subject : 5.1 Members of the public desiring to address the School Board regarding Agenda items only - Form MIS 5241 Discussion of Agenda Items (Blue Card) Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.1 In-County Travel paid for March 2023, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content In-County Travel paid for March 2023, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments In-County Travel 4-24-23.pdf (26 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.2 Out-of-County Travel paid for March 2023, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Report Public Content Out-of-County Travel paid for March 2023, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer File Attachments Out-of-County Travel 04-24-23.pdf (18 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.3 Quarterly Report: Service Agreements Under the $10,000 Threshold for Internal and Budgetary Funds, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content Each quarter, the Purchasing Department provides a list of the Internal and Budgetary Funds Service Agreements having a value less than $10,000 that have been entered into by schools/departments. The attached reports show the Service Agreements for the third quarter of fiscal year 2022-2023 (January 2023 through March 2023) sorted by school/department and by provider. For additional information, please contact Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, at (850) 833-7668. File Attachments S.A. under the $10000 January 2023 thru March 2023- School.pdf (89 KB) S.A. under the $10000 January 2023 thru March 2023- Provider.pdf (89 KB) 6. Committee and Staff Reports (Workshop Only) Subject : 6.4 Quarterly Report: Short Term Facility Use Contracts and Lease Agreements Under the $10,000 Threshold, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content Each quarter, the Purchasing Department provides a list of the Short Term Facility Use Contracts and Lease Agreements having a value of less than $10,000 that have been entered into by the departments/schools. The attached report shows the Short Term Facility Use Contracts and Lease Agreements for the third quarter of fiscal year 2022-2023 (January 2023 through March 2023). For additional information, please contact Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, at (850) 833-7668. File Attachments CONTRACT-LEASE-JANUARY, THROUGH MARCH 2023.pdf (87 KB) 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.1 Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Consent Agenda as amended and all of the Consent Agenda items as recommended by the Superintendent. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.2 Approval of the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of April 10, 2023; Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 10, 2023, recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Minutes of the Workshop Meeting of April 10, 2023; Minutes of Regular Meeting of April 10, 2023. File Attachments 4-10-23 Workshop - DRAFT.pdf (146 KB) 4-10-2023 Meeting - DRAFT.pdf (153 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.3 Appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Silver Sands School for conference room chairs in the amount of $3,337.24 presented by Tim Bryant and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $3,337.24 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to to Silver Sands School for conference room chairs in the amount of $3,337.24. Public Content District 4 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Silver Sands School for conference room chairs in the amount of $3,337.24. File Attachments Silver Sands Conference Chairs.pdf (78 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.4 Appropriation of District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Niceville High School for sod replacement on both sidelines and several places on the football field in the amount of $14,280.00, presented by Diane Kelley and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $14,280.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : School Board Member Discretionary Capital Outlay Funds Recommended Action : Motion to approve the appropriation of District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds to Niceville High School for sod replacement on both sidelines and several places on the football field in the amount of $14,280.00. Public Content District 5 School Board Member Capital Outlay Funds will be appropriated to Niceville High School for sod replacement on both sidelines and several places on the football field in the amount of $14,280.00. File Attachments NHS FOOTBALL FIELD QUOTE 1.pdf (365 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.5 Request to advertise a Public Hearing for the adoption of revised School Board Policy 06-33 Administrative Leave, Suspension and Dismissal of Employees, presented by  Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the advertisement of a Public Hearing for the adoption of revised School Board Policy 06-33 Administrative Leave, Suspension and Dismissal of Employees. Public Content A Public Hearing will be advertised to receive public input and consider approval on the proposed amendment to School Board Policy 06-33 Administrative Leave, Suspension and Dismissal of Employees. The proposed revisions to the policy reflect updated return to work and safeguard procedures. The recommended changes are attached. For additional information, please contact Dr. Hale, 833-5801. File Attachments 06-33 Administrative Leave Suspension and Dismissal redline 04.12.23.pdf (71 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.6 Invoices to be approved for payment, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve invoices for payment. Public Content As required by SBE Rule 6A – 1.012, purchases outside the established State and District guidelines must be approved by the School Board. Invoices to be approved for payment presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. File Attachments Board Bills 4-24-23.pdf (16 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.7 School Donations, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $2,000.00 Budgeted : No Budget Source : Donations Recommended Action : Motion to approve School Donations. Public Content Okaloosa County Schools periodically receives donations over $500.00 from public, private, and anonymous donors. These donations are reported to the School Board for approval/acknowledgement through the Finance Department. Donor(s) specify in writing the name of the school(s) and how they want the donation to be used at that school(s). Donations have assisted Okaloosa County students in many programs, such as Booster Clubs, Band Programs, travel for state competitions, Culinary Programs, Leadership Projects, Softball Programs, and classroom supplies. File Attachments Donations-2023-04-24.pdf (104 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.8 Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $45,726,543.72; and Self Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $2,607,089.04; and Bank Transfers totaling $0.00 for March 2023, presented by Julie Perry, Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Recommended Action : Motion to approve Warrants in the amount of $45,726,543.72, and Self Health Insurance Claims and Fees in the amount of $2,607,089.04, and Bank Transfers totaling $0.00. Public Content Pursuant to Florida Statute 1001.42, Payroll Warrant Register and Accounts Payable Warrant Register totaling $45,726,543.72; and Self Health Insurance Claims and Fees totaling $2,607,089.04, and Bank Transfers totaling $0.00 for March 2023 are being presented to the School Board. File Attachments 09 - MIS 3478 - Warrant Register - March 2023.pdf (162 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.9 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Trane, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $52,093.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Funds - 1.50 Mill, Project 0319 - HVAC Replacement Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of HVAC equipment and installation for District Administration Building in the amount of $52,093.00. Public Content Request approval to purchase HVAC equipment and installation for District Administration Building in the amount of $52,093.00. The purchase is made through OMNIA Contract #3341 and funds will be paid from Capital Funds, Project 0319 HVAC Replacement. A copy of the Proposal is attached. For additional information, please contact Steve Bolton, Program Director, Maintenance Support Services, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments TRANE QUOTE.pdf (289 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.10 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: Alan Jay Fleet Sales, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $121,953.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Funds - 1.50 Mill, Project 0369 - DW - Vehicles Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of three (3) 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 4wd 5.5' bed work trucks from Alan Jay Fleet Sales for a total of $121,953.00. Public Content Request approval to purchase three (3) 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500 Crew Cab 4wd 5.5' bed work trucks from Alan Jay Fleet Sales priced at $40,651.00 each for a total of $121,953.00. The purchase is made through City of Tallahassee Contract #5179 and will be paid from Capital Funds, Project 0369 - DW - Vehicles. A copy of the quote is attached. For additional information, please contact Steve Bolton, Program Director, Maintenance Support Services, at (850) 689-7159. File Attachments ALAN JAY QUOTE.pdf (288 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.11 Renewal of Tag-On Bid: ITB BC- 04-02-20-39 Ice Machines, Continuing Supply, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Varies Recommended Action : Motion to approve renewing ITB BC- 04-02-20-39 Ice Machines, Continuing Supply through Leon County Board of County Commissioners, effective May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024. Public Content Request approval to renew ITB BC-04-02-20-39 Ice Machines, Continuing Supply through Leon County Board of County Commissioners. The awarded vendor is Gulf Ice. The contract will be used on an as needed basis, funding will vary and is based on fixed pricing. The contract is effective May 1, 2023, through April 30, 2024 and copies of the original award documents are attached. For additional information, please contact Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, at (850) 833-7668. File Attachments AWARD DOCUMENTS.pdf (507 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.12 Exempted Purchase Over $50,000, Pediatric Services of America, LLC d/b/a Aveanna Healthcare and Aveanna Staffing Services, LLC, presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $2,000,469.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Funds, Project 6004 Health Services-Schools, Project 1084 Medicaid Reimbursement, Project 3151 SAI-ESE Extended School Year and Project 2101 Full Service Schools Recommended Action : Motion to approve the contract between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and Pediatric Services of America, LLC d/b/a Aveanna Healthcare and Aveanna Staffing Services, LLC for a total amount of $2,000,469.00, effective July 1, 2023, through July 31, 2024. Public Content Request approval of the contract between The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida and Pediatric Services of America, LLC d/b/a Aveanna Healthcare and Aveanna Staffing Services, LLC for a total amount of $2,000,469.00, $1,962,711.00 for the regular school year, and an estimated amount of $37,758.00 for the ESE Extended School Year. The Provider ensures the provision of School Health Technicians at requested school sites during the 2023-2024 school year, including the 2023-2024 ESE Extended School Year. The contract is exempt through 6A-1.012(11)(a), and funds will be paid from General Funds, Project 6004 Health Services-Schools, Project 1084 Medicaid Reimbursement, Project 3151 SAI-ESE Extended School Year and Project 2101 Full Service Schools. The contract is effective July 1, 2023, through July 31, 2024, and a copy is attached. For additional information, please contact Teri Schroeder, Program Director, Student Intervention Services-Health, at (850) 833-3108. File Attachments AVEANNA CONTRACT.pdf (570 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.13 Agreement between Gaetz Aerospace Institute, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, presented by Jeff Palmer, Director I, Curriculum and Instruction, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $2,993.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : General Fund Discretionary and CAPE Certification Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Agreement between Gaetz Aerospace Institute, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida, for the Academic Years 2022-2025. Public Content This Agreement covers concurrent/dual enrollment, but also course work to support career pathways, outreach and teacher preparation. Choctawhatchee High School has been identified as a location providing concurrent/dual enrollment, course work to support career pathways and aerospace STEM outreach. Contract cost includes an academic school year payment in the amount of $2,993.00 to be funded through the school's General Fund Discretionary budget. Upon receipt of CAPE certifications, 5% of the CAPE certification funds will be payable to the vendor. Please contact Jeff Palmer for additional information, 850-833-4208. File Attachments Okaloosa GAI Agreement 2022 - 2025.pdf (379 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.14 Motor Vehicle Lease Agreement for Disaster Transportation Services between The School Board of Okaloosa County and Air Force Enlisted Village, Inc., D/B/A Hawthorn House, presented by Jay McInnis, Program Director, Transportation, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact : No Budgeted : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve Motor Vehicle Lease Agreement for Disaster Transportation Services between The School Board of Okaloosa County and Air Force Enlisted Village, Inc., D/B/A Hawthorn House, effective May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024. Public Content This Agreement is needed in the event of inclement weather or other disaster where Lessee's facilities must be vacated. Lessor shall lease to Lessee one (1) motor vehicle during times of disaster. The vehicle shall be a sixty-five (65) passenger school bus selected by Lessor from its rolling fleet. The effective dates of the agreement will be May 1, 2023 through April 30, 2024. For further information please contact Jay McInnis at (850) 833-4162. File Attachments Hawthorn House 23-24.pdf (4,222 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.15 Tag-On Bid Purchase Over $50,000: GSC Systems, Inc., presented by Vince Windham, Program Director, Purchasing, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $405,280.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Funds (1.50 Mill), Project 3396 - DW - Vape Detectors Recommended Action : Motion to approve the purchase of Verkada SV23 Air Quality Environmental Sensors and software licenses in the amount of $405,280.00. Public Content Request approval to purchase 300 Verkada SV23 Air Quality Environmental Sensors and 300 3-year software licenses to be used in 18 district schools for a total of $405,280.00. The number of devices and licenses is an estimate and may increase. The purchase is made through PEPPM Contract #533902-155 and funds will be paid from Capital Funds (1.50 Mill), Project 3396 - DW - Vape Detectors. The software licenses are effective through June 30, 2026 and a copy of the proposal is attached. For additional information, please contact Steve Horton, Deputy Superintendent. at (850) 689-7117. File Attachments VERKADA QUOTE.pdf (4,009 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.16 Addition of SurgeryPlus Program through Employer Direct Healthcare, presented by Russ Frakes, Specialist, Risk Management, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Recommended Action : Motion to approve implementation of SurgeryPlus Program Public Content The Benefits Oversight Group (BOG) recently voted to recommend the integration of SurgeryPlus presented by Employer Direct Healthcare (EDH) into the partially self-funded group medical plan. Through this program, eligible OCSD employees and their covered dependents for whom an eligible surgical procedure has been recommended will be provided with the option to utilize the SurgeryPlus network of facilities and surgeons for their procedure. By selecting a SurgeryPlus network facility, the employee will have access to "Best in Class" outcomes, concierge service and will have their deductible and coinsurance waived. SurgeryPlus delivers savings of up to 50% compared to national carriers by securing lower reimbursement rates with participating providers. The recommended fee structure would be based on a percentage of the savings achieved. OCSD would retain 65% and EDH 35% of the amount saved. For additional information please contact Russ Frakes at (850) 833-5823. File Attachments The School Board of Okaloosa County, Florida - Services Agreement + BAA (EDH Executed).pdf (1,103 KB) SurgeryPlus_Covered Procedures.pdf (79 KB) Florida Public Sector Introduction to SurgeryPlus 2023_Okaloosa.pdf (533 KB) Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 7. Consent Agenda Subject : 7.17 Payroll Reimbursement Agreement, presented by Julie Perry,  Chief Financial Officer, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action (Consent) Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : No Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Payroll Reimbursement Agreement. Public Content The attached Payroll Reimbursement Agreement is presented for School Board approval. Consent Our adopted rules of Parliamentary Procedure, Robert's Rules, provide for a consent agenda listing several items for approval of the Board by a single motion. Documentation concerning these items have been provided to all Board members and the public in advance to assure an extensive and thorough review. Items may be removed from the consent agenda at the request of any board member. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.1 (Information Only) Employees on Administrative Leave, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content The following employees have been placed on/or removed from Administrative Leave: 108546 123944 109301 100059 For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.2 (Information Only) Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP), presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content The purpose of this item is to present a list of employees who have elected to participate in the Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP). NEW DROP ENTRIES Employee Name EID Position Location DROP Start Date James (Matt) Brunson 118313 Athletic Director Baker School 7/1/2023 Elizabeth Russell 106389 Teacher FWBHS 7/1/2023 For more information, contact Lee Hale at 833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.3 Employment Separations, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Recommended Action : Motion to approve employee separations. Public Content Attached is a list of employees who resigned/retired from the Okaloosa County School District. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. File Attachments April 24, 2023 Separations, Public.pdf (42 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.4 Personnel Recommendations, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Recommended Action : Motion to approve personnel recommendations. Public Content The purpose of this item is to present a list of employees who have been hired in the instructional and education support positions or hired for substitute positions. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. File Attachments APRIL 24, 2023 INSTRUCTIONAL.pdf (209 KB) APRIL 24, 2023 Ed Support.pdf (208 KB) April 24, 2023 SUBSTITUTE.pdf (46 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.5 Employee Transfers, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Recommended Action : Motion to approve employee transfers. Public Content The purpose of this item is to present a list of employees who have been transferred in instructional and education support positions. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801 File Attachments April 24, 2023 Transfers, Public.pdf (80 KB) 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.6 Employee Suspension, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employee without pay. Public Content Suspension of the following employee without pay: EID# 100059 For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.7 Employee Termination, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Recommended Action : Motion to approve the suspension of employee termination. Public Content Recommend employee #123944 be terminated. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 833-5801. 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.8 Reinstatement/Reimbursement of sick leave due to line-of duty illness/injury/medical examination, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Recommended Action : Motion to Approve Reinstatement/Reimbursement of sick leave due to line-of duty illness/injury/medical examination. Public Content The purpose of this item for approval is to reinstate/reimburse sick leave to employees who became ill or injured while at work while on duty. Name School Hours William Hagan Mobile LRN 32.50 Kirsten Delarue Richbourg School 45.50 Melissa Baldwin Choctaw High 15.00 Tacara Hunt Edwins Elem 4.50 Nancy Penick Lewis School 7.50 Marvin Black Destin Elem 7.50 Manuel Zegarra Trans Central 7.50 Kristie Barkauskas Plew Elem 1.25 For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801 8. Superintendent's Human Resources Recommendations Subject : 8.9 Leave Without Pay, presented by Lee Hale, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Recommended Action : Motion to approve leave without pay. Public Content The purpose of this item is to receive approval for employees who took leave and will not be paid for their leave. For more information, contact Lee Hale at 850-833-5801. 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.1 Program Status Report by the Board's Representative to the Construction Program Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.2 TPM Program #6, Task Order #20 - GMP Scope Modification, 2022/2023 Priority Roofing Projects, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Dollar Amount : $11,072,613.00 Budget Source : Certificates of Participation 2022A Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #20 - Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Scope Modification, 2022/2023 Priority Roofing Projects, in the amount of  $7,572,095.00 and Owner Direct Purchase (ODP) in the amount of $3,500,518.00. Approval of this GMP Scope Modification is subject to the receipt of the validation report from Faithful + Gould. Public Content Approval is requested of the GMP Scope Modification for Program #6, Task Order #20 - 2022/2023 Priority Roofing Projects. Ft. Walton Beach High School Restoration Roofing Projects – This project consists of the restoration (coatings) of the existing Tremco Modified Bitumen roof system that covers the Gymnasium, Auditorium, Locker Rooms, Band Room, Chorus Room, classrooms, restrooms, labs, Cafeteria, Kitchen and Media Center areas of the main building. The Tremco Alphaguard BIO system with Permafab reinforcing mesh will be applied. The restoration work totals approximately 1700 squares. Silver Sands School Replacement/Restoration Roofing Project – This project consists of the removal and replacement of the existing coated reinforced single ply membrane over 3” thick polyisocyanurate insulation board roof system that covers Building 5. This system was installed over metal decking which shall remain. This Building 5 tear-off area is approximately 115 squares. A new Tremco Powerply Endure BIO 100 roofing system will be installed. We will be performing roof restoration (coatings) at the adjacent roof on the hallway between Buildings 1 and 4. The Tremco Alphaguard BIO system with Permafab reinforcing mesh will be applied. The restoration work totals approximately 10 squares. New edge metal, gutters and downspouts are included in the scope for Building 5. Niceville High School Replacement Roofing Projects – This project consists of the removal and replacement of the existing 2” thick polyurethane foam roof system at the 700 Building (ROTC). This foam system was installed over the original built-up roof system so both existing roofs must be removed down to the existing lightweight concrete deck which shall remain. This building 700 tear-off area is approximately 30 squares. The project also consists of the removal and replacement of the existing mechanically attached single ply membrane over 3” thick polyisocyanurate insulation board roof system that covers Building 400 and the Volleyball Locker Room areas. This system was installed over metal decking which shall remain. This Building 400 and Volleyball Locker Room tear-off area is approximately 100 squares. We will also be removing and replacing the existing fully-adhered single-ply roof system on the entrance area adjacent to the Volleyball Locker Rooms as part of this scope. This single-ply roof system was installed over a lightweight concrete deck which shall remain. This entrance roof tear-off area is approximately 7 squares. We will also be replacing the existing fully adhered modified bituminous roof over the Front Office Bookkeeper’s Area. This Front Office Bookkeeper area work totals approximately 33 squares. A new Tremco Powerply Endure BIO 100 roofing system will be installed at all areas. New edge metal, gutters and downspouts are included for all areas. Finally, we will be removing and replacing the existing asphalt shingle roof on Building 10 Wrestling and Girl’s Locker Room with new Tremco Tremlock T-138 24GA Galvanized Standing Seam Roof over the existing plywood decking. This Building 10 area totals approximately 50 squares. Ruckel Middle School Replacement/Restoration Roofing Projects – This project consists of the removal and replacement of the existing coated hot-mopped modified 2- ply bituminous membrane over gravel-topped built-up roofing system that covers Building 8 (Kitchen). This system was installed over lightweight concrete decking which shall remain. This Building 8 tear-off area is approximately 33 squares. A new Tremco Powerply Endure BIO 100 roofing system will be installed. We will also be performing roof restoration (coatings) at the existing single-ply roofs on Buildings 10 and 17. The Tremco Alphaguard BIO system with Permafab reinforcing mesh will be applied. The restoration work totals approximately 58 squares. New gutters and downspouts are included in the scope for Building 8. Laurel Hill School Replacement Roofing Projects – This project consists of the removal and replacement of the existing mechanically attached single ply membrane over 9” thick tapered polyisocyanurate insulation board roof system that covers Buildings 1 and 2 (Low roof areas adjacent to Gym). This system was installed over metal decking which shall remain. This Building 1 and 2 tear-off area is approximately 47 squares. This project also consists of the removal and replacement of the existing fully adhered fleece backed single ply membrane over 2” spray polyurethane foam insulation over gravel surfaced built-up roof system that covers Building 13 (Kitchen and Cafeteria). This system was installed over metal decking which shall remain. This Building 13 tear-off area is approximately 83 squares. A new Tremco Powerply Endure BIO 100 roofing system will be installed at all areas. New gutters and downspouts are included in the scope for all buildings. Crestview High School Replacement Roofing Projects – This project consists of the removal and replacement of the existing hot applied modified bituminous membrane over ½” wood fiber board over 1-1/2” polyisocyanurate insulation roof system that covers a portion of the Cafeteria. This system was installed over lightweight concrete decking which shall remain. This Cafeteria tear-off area is approximately 50 squares. The project also consists of the removal and replacement of the existing mechanically fastened single ply membrane over 2.5” thick polyisocyanurate insulation board roof system that covers Building 8F (CTE Robotics/AI Building). This system was installed over metal decking which shall remain. This Building 8F tear-off area is approximately 40 squares. A new Tremco Powerply Endure BIO 100 roofing system will be installed at both areas. New gutters and downspouts are included in the scope for both areas. Richbourg School Building 25 Replacement Roofing Project – This project consists of the removal and replacement of the existing fully-adhered single-ply roof system over 2” mechanically fastened polyisocyanurate insulation on Building 25 (Old Front Office Building). This single-ply roof system was installed over a metal deck which shall remain. The tear-off area of Building 25 is approximately 60 squares. A new Tremco Powerply Endure BIO 100 roofing system will be installed. New gutters and downspouts are included in the scope for Building 25. The Total Cost of Work for Task Order #20 GMP Scope Modification is recapped below: Jacobs/Titan Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) $7,572,095.00 Owner Direct Purchase (ODP) of Tremco Materials 3,500,518.00 Total Cost of Work $11,072,613.00 Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments TO20 GMP 2022-2023 Priority Roofing Ver 1.0.pdf (263 KB) TO#20 Priority Roofing GMP Comparison Spreadsheet.pdf (33 KB) Prime Contract Change Order, Task Order #20, Change Order #1.pdf (279 KB) 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.3 Program #6, Task Order #24, GMP for Central Administration Complex Renovation (Phase 1), presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $5,135,871.00 Budgeted : No Budget Source : 3940 - Local Capital Improvement Fund Recommended Action : Motion to approve Program #6, Task Order #24 - Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) & Furniture, Fixtures, & Equipment for Central Administration Complex Renovation (Phase 1), in the amount of $5,135,871.00 Approval of this GMP is subject to the receipt of the validation report from Faithful + Gould. Public Content Approval is requested of the GMP for Program #6, Task Order #24, Central Administration Complex Renovation (Phase 1). Central Administration Phase 1 Renovation Project – This project consists of the demolition and reconfiguration of a portion of the existing OCSD Central Administration Complex into useable office space for District staff. Work will include the installation of new walls and ceilings and selected floor finishes, as well as required HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Fire Alarm, Security, Audio Visual, Data and Communication Systems. New sanitary sewer and water supply piping will be installed at the exterior of the building. Expansion of the existing electrical service will allow for the additional lighting and power load. New Trane Roof Top Mounted HVAC units will be provided by OCSD as Owner Furnished, Contractor Installed Equipment for Phase 1. The Total Cost of Work for Task Order #24 is recapped below: Jacobs/Titan Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) $5,035,871.00 Pre-GMP Phase Services - Previously Authorized 300,000.00 Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FF&E) Allowance 100,000.00 Total Cost of Work $5,435,871.00 Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments TO24 GMP Phase 1 Central Admin Renovation Ver 2.0.pdf (218 KB) TO#24 GMP Comparison Spreadsheet.pdf (33 KB) 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.4 TPM Program #6, Task Order #33, Scope Modification to Pre-GMP Press Box-Concession-Restroom at Fort Walton Beach High School, Crestview High School and Lewis School, presented by Dr. Bill Smith,  Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $175,000.00 Budgeted : Yes Budget Source : Capital Funds - 1.50 Mill Recommended Action : Motion to approve the Scope Modification to Program #6, Task Order #33 - Pre-GMP Press Box- Concession-Restroom at Fort Walton Beach High School, Crestview High School and Lewis School, in the amount of $175,000.00. Public Content Approval is requested for the Scope Modification to Program #6, Task Order #33 - Pre-GMP Press Box-Concession-Restroom at Fort Walton Beach High School, Crestview High School and Lewis School. This scope modification will add the requested Concessions/Restroom projects at Choctawhatchee High School and Crestview High School to the current Pre-GMP scope for an additional amount of $175,000. The Total Cost of Work for Task Order #33 Pre-GMP is recapped below: Scope Modification $175,000.00 Pre-GMP - Previously Authorized 125,000.00 Total Cost of Work for Pre- GMP $300,000.00 Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. File Attachments Prime Contract Change Order Task Order #33, Change Order #1.pdf (283 KB) 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.5 TPM Program #6, Task Order #34, Pre-GMP for Sales Tax Projects at Meigs Middle School and Destin Middle School, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director, Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $350,000.00 Budget Source : 3911 - Other Capital - Capital Sales Tax Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #34, Pre-GMP for Sales Tax Projects at Meigs Middle School and Destin Middle School, in the amount of $350,000.00. Public Content Approval is requested for TPM Program #6, Task Order #34, Pre-GMP for Sales Tax Projects at Meigs Middle School and Destin Middle School. TO#34 Pre-GMP Phase – Meigs and Destin Middle School Sales Tax Projects: The scope of work at Meigs Middle School consists of the following work items associated with the Gymnasium; replacement of the existing bleachers, acoustical wall treatments and new wall finishes, new lighting, sound system and basketball goals. Work associated with the old Administration area consists of renovations of existing spaces to create new offices, public restrooms and a Clinic. Some minor exterior work may be required as a result of the various renovations to the Gym and Administration Area. The scope of work at Destin Middle School will consist of minor interior renovations in the Cafeteria to upgrade existing floor and wall finishes, as well as new lighting and AV equipment. New dining furniture and reconfiguration of the existing areas will also be investigated. New exterior dining tables and a covered dining area will be provided. Expansion of the food preparation capabilities will be provided via expanded hood system and additional foodservice equipment. Pre-GMP Budget: $350,000 Please contact Dr. Bill Smith for additional information, 689-7158. 10. Construction Program/Owner's Representative's Business Subject : 10.6 TPM Program #6, Task Order #35, Pre-GMP for New Crestview K-8 School and Destin Elementary School 4th and 5th Grade Center, presented by Dr. Bill Smith, Program Director,  Facilities Planning, and recommended by the Superintendent for approval. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action Preferred Date : Apr 24, 2023 Absolute Date : Apr 24, 2023 Fiscal Impact : Yes Dollar Amount : $5,150,000.00 Budget Source : 3911 - Other Capital - Capital Sales Tax Recommended Action : Motion to approve TPM Program #6, Task Order #35, Pre-GMP for New Crestview K-8 School and Destin Elementary School 4th and 5th Grade Center, in the amount of $5,150,000.00. Public Content Approval is requested for TPM Program #6, Task Order #35, Pre-GMP for New Crestview K-8 School and Destin Elementary School 4th and 5th Grade Center. TO#35 Pre-GMP Phase – New Crestview K-8 Campus and Destin Elementary 4th and 5th Grade Center: The scope of work for the New Crestview K-8 Campus consists of design efforts to develop the 80-acre parcel of land recently purchased by OCSD adjacent to the new Crestview bypass. We will accomplish all required surveying, topography and environmental investigations associated with the civil design and resulting site improvements to the undeveloped property. All site development activities will be completed to support the construction of a new K-8 School Campus on a portion of the property while accommodating potential future development of the parcel to include additional facilities such as a new elementary school. Included in the design will be all associated site appurtenances associated with a K-8 facility such as parking, access roads, bus and parent pickup/drop-off drives, athletic fields, etc. Site utilities to support this development will also be provided and coordinated with the appropriate County and/or City departments. The scope of work for the Destin Elementary 4th and 5th Grade Center Addition, work will consist of design development for new classrooms to be constructed on the existing Destin Elementary site to house fourth and fifth grade students. The new facility will also contain Administrative Office areas as well as a Multipurpose Room. Associated sitework to include new utilities, parking, roadways and play areas will be included. Relocation or removal of existing structures, both permanent and temporary, will be required to allow for the construction of the new center. Pre-GMP Budget: $5,150,000 Please contact Dr. Bill smith for additional information, 689-7158. 11. Attorney's Business Subject : 11.1 Consideration of recommendations, updates, requests,  and pending legal matters Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The attorney to the Board may provide updates, recommendations, or make requests regarding legal matters. 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.1 Out-of-State Student Trip Requests approved by the Superintendent. Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content An updated list of out-of-state student trip requests approved by the Superintendent will be provided to the School Board Members at the Workshop, and again at the Regular Meeting, to insure they receive the most current information. File Attachments Student Trip Requests - 4-24-23.pdf (88 KB) 12. Superintendent's Business Subject : 12.2 Correspondence, requests and other matters addressed by the Superintendent Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content The Superintendent may address correspondence, requests and other matters with the Board. File Attachments FAST Board Presentation.pdf (408 KB) 13. Board Members' Announcements/Request for Information Subject : 13.1 Board Members' Announcements/Request for Information Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Action, Information Public Content Board Members may request information or address concerns and other matters. 14. Public Comment - General Public Comments (Yellow Card) Subject : 14.1 Members of the public desiring to address the School Board with general comments - Form MIS 6120 General Public Comments (Yellow Card) Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information 15. Adjournment Subject : 15.1 Adjournment of the meeting by the Chairman Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : 16. Public Notices Subject : 16.1 Notice of Closed Attorney-Client Session Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content The Okaloosa County School Board will have a Special Board Meeting for the purpose of conducting a closed attorney-client session to discuss a litigation matter pending in the Circuit Court in and for Okaloosa County, Florida, Case No. 2021-CA-001267. The Special Meeting will be held on Monday, April 24, 2023, at 8:30 a.m. The Meeting will be conducted in the Training Room at the School Board’s Central Administrative Complex, 202 Highway 85 N, Niceville, Florida. The attorney-client portions of the meeting will be closed to the press and public pursuant to Florida law. File Attachments 4-24-2023 Special Mtg - Attorney-Client.pdf (58 KB) 16. Public Notices Subject : 16.2 Notice of Workshop Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content  NOTICE OF WORKSHOP A Workshop on this Agenda will be held in the Training Room at the School District Central Administration Complex, Niceville, Florida, on April 24, 2023, beginning at 9:00 a.m. This meeting will be open to the press and public. 16. Public Notices Subject : 16.3 Public Notice Meeting : Apr 24, 2023 - Workshop Meeting Type : Information Public Content PUBLIC NOTICE This meeting will be open to the press and the public. Any person who decides to appeal any decision made by the Okaloosa County School Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting will need a record of the proceedings, and for such purpose may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made, which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. This notice does not constitute consent by the School Board for the introduction or admission of otherwise inadmissible or irrelevant evidence, nor does it authorize challenges or appeals not otherwise allowed by law. Pursuant to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, any person requiring special accommodations to participate in this meeting is asked to advise the School Board at least 48 hours before the meeting by contacting the Superintendent of Schools at (850) 689-7185. Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the School Board business meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to Resolution No. 16-01. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board and do not necessarily represent their individual religious beliefs, nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on his or her right to actively participate in the public meeting.