10:00 A.M.
CONFERENCE SESSION ATTENDANCE AREAS 2005-2006 (Revised)
1:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
- The Palmetto Middle School Jazz Ensemble
AGENDA ITEMS ADDED AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA
CONSENT AGENDA
APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: February 9, 15, 17, 22 and 24, 2005
APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: February 16 , 2005
AGENDA ITEMS RESERVED FOR CONSIDERATION
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING
A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS
A-1 NEW BUSINESS AND REPORTS
A-2 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECEIVE THE COMPENDIUM REPORT TITLED, “LESSONS LEARNED: REMARKABLE TRANSFORMATION STORIES IN THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS” (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the compendium report titled, “Lessons Learned: Remarkable Transformation Stories in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools.”
A-3 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECEIVE AND APPROVE THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SECONDARY SCHOOL REFORM FRAMEWORK, PHASE ONE
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. receive Miami-Dade County Public Schools Secondary School Reform Framework, Phase One; and
2. approve the plan contained therein.
A-4 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD AUTHORIZATION OF A COLLABORATIVE INITIATIVE BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) AND THE COLLEGE BOARD TO PROVIDE A PSAT PREP COURSE: A M-DCPS AND COLLEGE BOARD INITIATIVE FOR RISING GRADE NINE STUDENTS FOR THE 2005 SUMMER (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a collaborative effort to create A PSAT Prep Course: A M-DCPS and College Board Initiative for rising ninth grade students for the 2005 summer.
The appropriation for this item is included in the 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations.
A-5 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO IMPLEMENT EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR THE 2005 PASSPORT TO SUMMER EXPLORATIONS
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. authorize the implementation of summer educational programs for eligible students, in grade 3, FCAT Level I, or retained grade 3 students, for the 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations, June 22, 2005 through July 20, 2005;
2. authorize the implementation of summer educational programs for eligible students, in grades 4, 5, 7, and 8, FCAT Level I, Title I students only, at selected summer academy centers, June 22, 2005 through July 20, 2005;
3. authorize the implementation of summer educational programs for eligible students grades 8 and 12 (Course Recovery) for 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations, June 22, 2005 through July 20, 2005;
4. authorize the implementation of summer educational programs for eligible students, as prioritized, in grades 3 (rising) (as funding is available), 6 and 9 (Transition), and grades 11 and 10 (FCAT Level I, as space is available), for 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations, June 22, 2005 through July 20, 2005;
5. authorize the implementation of summer educational programs for Outreach Programs, (Attachment 1), for 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations, June 2005 through August 2005;
6. authorize the implementation of summer educational programs for Other Special Programs: to include Summer 13th Year Program, Teacher Professional Development Programs, and District Support Programs, (Attachment 1), for 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations, June 2005 through August 2005;
7. authorize the implementation of summer programs for Alternative Delivery Model Programs/Summer Camps, to include Community-Based Summer Camps, Summer Municipal Programs and Early Childhood Programs (Attachment 1), for 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations, June 2005 through August 2005;
8. authorize the implementation of academic acceleration programs to allow senior high students to be dually enrolled and receive high school and college or university credit simultaneously, June 2005 through August 2005;
9. authorize the implementation of A PSAT Prep Course to provide eligible rising grade 9 students the opportunity to prepare for the PSAT; June 22, 2005 through July 20, 2005;
10. authorize the Superintendent to enter into contractual agreements with colleges, universities, municipalities, agencies, and organizations identified for the delivery of Outreach Programs, Special Programs and Alternative Delivery Model Programs, for 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations, June 2005 through August 2005;
11. authorize the Superintendent to direct the Office of Evaluation and Research to conduct an evaluation of the 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations;
12. authorize the allocation formulas (Attachment 2) for the 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations, including designated supplementary programs, and authorize the Superintendent to implement services subject to any additional adjustments necessary to balance the overall 2005-2006 operating budget;
13. approve the summer program budget summary for fiscal school years 2004-2005 and 2005-2006, thereby authorizing Financial Affairs to establish appropriations, not to exceed $25,000,000, in the General Fund for 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations; and
14. authorize the Superintendent, pending action by the Florida Legislature, to adjust the 2005 Passport to Summer Explorations to reflect legislative outcomes.
A-6 RATIFICATION OF2004-2005ADDENDUM TO THE 2003-2006 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS' ASSOCIATION (Replaces D-24)
B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS
B-1 NEW BUSINESS: BOARD MEMBERS
B-3 REQUEST THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FORMULATE A SCHOOL WELLNESS POLICY INCLUDING A PLAN FOR MEASURING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE WELLNESS POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE CHILD NUTRITION AND REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2004
ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PÉREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to formulate a School Wellness Policy including a plan for measuring the implementation of the Wellness Policy in compliance with the Child Nutrition and Reauthorization Act of 2004.
B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-09 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESIGNATING MARCH AS CELTIC-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PÉREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 05-09 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, designating March as Celtic-American Heritage Month to be celebrated in all of Miami-Dade County’s public schools.
B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-08 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. STUART MILLER, CHAIRMAN; MR. JEFF KRASNOFF, PRESIDENT/CEO; MS. SHELLY RUBIN, CFO; AND MS. BARBARA WOLVERTON, HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR OF LNR PROPERTY CORPORATION, FOR SUPPORT OF THE AFTERSCHOOL TUTORIAL PROGRAM AT FlENBERG/FlSHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (Revised)
ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize LNR Property Corporation for personal and financial support at Fienberg/Fisher Elementary School.
B-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN “RELAY FOR LIFE” ON SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 2005
ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PÉREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting the American Cancer Society and direct the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in “Relay for Life” on Saturday, April 16, 2005.
B-7 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO PREPARE A REPORT ON A DISTRICTWIDE CLEAN RESTROOM INITIATIVE (Revised)
ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PÉREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to conduct a feasibility study to implement a District-wide Clean Restroom Initiative.
B-8 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD RULE: FINAL READING 6Gx13-8C-1.17, CITIZEN APPEARANCES—BOARD MEETINGS
ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. SOLOMON C. STINSON: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept amended School Board Rule 6Gx13-8C-1.17, Citizen Appearances-Board Meetings, and authorize the Superintendent to file the Rule with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 16, 2005.
B-9 AUTHORIZATION TO INCORPORATE ALL APPLICABLE ITEMS OF “HIGH PERFORMANCE SCHOOLS” IN FUTURE DESIGNS OF OUR SCHOOL FACILITIES USING THE PROTOTYPE PROGRAM AS A “PILOT”
ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to incorporate all applicable items of “High Performance Schools” in future designs of our facilities using the Prototype Program as a “pilot.”
B-10 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-10 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING APRIL AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY’S PUBLIC SCHOOLS
ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 05-10 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming April as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County’s public schools.
B-11 REQUEST TO RESTRUCTURE THE EFFICIENCY AND COMPETITION COMMITTEE
ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. EVELYN LANGLIEB GREER: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. modify the structure of the Efficiency and Competition Committee to consist of five members, of which two are appointed by the Board Chair, two are appointed by the Superintendent and one is appointed by the District’s five bargaining units; AND
2. direct the Efficiency and Competition Committee to continue to carry out its mission and report its recommendations to the Board.
B-12 REQUEST FOR COMMENCEMENT OF NATIONAL SEARCH FOR SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY, ADOPTION OF PROCEDURES FOR NATIONAL SEARCH COMMITTEE: INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS (revised 2)
ACTION PROPOSED BYMS. EVELYN LANGLIEB GREER: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. undertake a national search for a School Board Attorney to be employed as of July 1, 2005, at the termination of the current School Board Attorney Employment Agreement; and
2. adopt the following timeline for conducting the national search:
Adopt search criteria for Board Attorney
March 16, 2005
Issue Request for Qualifications for national search firm
March 17, 2005
Retain national search firm
April 13, 2005
Review results of national search, conduct interviews and select attorney
May 18, 2005
Negotiate and approve agreement at Special Board meeting
June 8, 2005
3. adopt the Request for Qualifications attached to the agenda item for the national search firm and request that the Superintendent and his staff issue the RFQ and present the results of the RFQ to the Board at the April 13, 2005 Board meeting;
4. adopt the attached School Board Attorney Qualification and Criteria for Board Attorney to guide the national search firm in developing a list of candidates for the School Board Attorney position; and
5. direct the national search firm to present the list of candidates to the School Board at the May 18, 2005 Board meeting for selection of a School Board Attorney.
B-14 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO CONDUCT A FEASIBILITY STUDY OF FCAT TESTING ON SATURDAY
ACTION PROPOSED BYMS. EVELYN LANGLIEB GREER: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to conduct a feasibility study of FCAT testing on Saturday.
B-15 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-07 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESIGNATING MARCH 2005 AS WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Added)
C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH CHILDREN’S PSYCHIATRIC CENTER, INC., TO OPERATE A DAY TREATMENT PROGRAM FOR EMOTIONALLY HANDICAPPED (EH) AND SEVERELY EMOTIONALLY DISTURBED (SED) ADOLESCENTS, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2005 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2006
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. enter into a cooperative agreement with Children’s Psychiatric Center, Inc., to operate a day treatment program for emotionally handicapped (EH) and severely emotionally disturbed (SED) adolescents, effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006; and
2. extend the cooperative agreement for a maximum of two additional one-year periods.
There is no exchange of funds.
C-2 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH SPECIAL OLYMPICS, FLORIDA, INC., FOR THE CONTINUATION OF A COLLABORATIVE PROGRAM TO PROVIDE SPORTS AND FITNESS TRAINING AND SPORTS COMPETITION OPPORTUNITIES FOR MENTALLY HANDICAPPED STUDENTS, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2005 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2006
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. enter into a cooperative agreement with Special Olympics Florida, Inc., for the continuation of a collaborative program to provide sports and fitness training and sports competition opportunities for mentally handicapped students, effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006; and
2. extend this cooperative agreement annually for a maximum of two additional one-year periods.
There is no exchange of funds.
C-3 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH EARLY STEPS (FORMERLY EARLY INTERVENTION PROGRAMS), PART C, TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO CHILDREN AGES BIRTH TO THREE, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2005 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2006
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. enter into a cooperative agreement with Early Steps (formerly Early Intervention Programs), Part C, to provide services to children ages birth to three (3), effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006; and
2. extend the cooperative agreements for a maximum of two additional one-year periods.
There is no exchange of funds.
C-4 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS WITH REDLANDS CHRISTIAN MIGRANT ASSOCIATION HEAD START, THE HEAD START DIVISION OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY, AND THE HEAD START DIVISION OF THE MICCOSUKEE CORPORATION TO SERVE PREKINDERGARTEN CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2005 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2006
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. enter into cooperative agreements with Redlands Christian Migrant Association Head Start, the Head Start Division of the Miami-Dade County Community Action Agency, and the Head Start Division of the Miccousukee Corporation to serve preschool children with disabilities, effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006; and
2. extend the cooperative agreements for a maximum of two additional one-year periods.
There is no exchange of funds.
C-5 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS WITH CHILDREN’S REHAB NETWORK, JACKSON INFANT TODDLER CENTER, AND PEDI PEC TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN PRESCRIBED PEDIATRIC EXTENDED CARE FACILITIES, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2005 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2006
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. enter into cooperative agreements with the Children’s Rehab Network, Jackson Infant Toddler Center, and PEDI PEC to provide services to children with disabilities in Prescribed Pediatric Extended Care facilities, effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006; and
2. extend the cooperative agreements for a maximum of two additional one-year periods.
There is no exchange of funds.
C-6 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS WITH SELECTED BUSINESS SITES TO FACILITATE THE OPERATION OF PROJECT VICTORY SCHOOL-TO-WORK PROGRAMS FOR EXCEPTIONAL STUDENTS, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2005 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2006
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. enter into cooperative agreements with selected business sites to facilitate the operation of Project Victory school-to-work programs for exceptional students, effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006; and
2. extend the cooperative agreement for a maximum of two additional one-year periods.
There is no exchange of funds.
C-7 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ISSUE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FROM OUTSIDE AGENCIES QUALIFIED TO OPERATE ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMS TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS STUDENTS, EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2005 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2006 (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. issue a Request for Proposals, from outside agencies qualified to operate alternative programs for Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ students, effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006; and
2. approve the selection committee to evaluate the proposals submitted
The appropriation for this item will be included in the 2005-2006 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2005.
C-9 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD DENIAL OF THE RENEWAL OF THE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH VANKARA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL, INC., ON BEHALF OF VANKARA ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, deny the renewal of the charter school contractual agreement with Vankara Academy Charter School, Inc., on behalf of Vankara Academy Charter School, effective June 30, 2005.
C-10 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE RENEWAL OF THE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH ASPIRA OF FLORIDA, INC., ON BEHALF OF ASPIRA SOUTH YOUTH LEADERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. approve the renewal of the charter school contractual agreement with ASPIRA of Florida, Inc., on behalf of ASPIRA South Youth Leadership Charter School, for a term of five years, commencing in 2005-2006 and through the conclusion of the 2009-2010 school year; and
2. increase the enrollment capacity from a maximum of 260 students to a maximum of 600 students.
C-11 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE RENEWAL OF THE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH PINECREST ACADEMY, INC., ON BEHALF OF PINECREST PREPARATORY ACADEMY
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. approve the renewal of the charter school contractual agreement with Pinecrest Academy, Inc., on behalf of Pinecrest Preparatory Academy, for a term of 15 years, commencing in 2005-2006 and through the conclusion of the 2019-2020 school year; and
2. increase the enrollment capacity from a maximum of 1,200 students to a maximum of 1,250 students.
C-13 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2004 UNITED WAY CAMPAIGN FINAL REPORT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ 2004 United Way Campaign Final Report presented by the Office of Community Services.
C-14 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD RULE: INITIAL READING 6Gx13-6A-1.48, K-8 CENTERS
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Rule 6Gx13-6A-1.48, K-8 Centers.
C-15 APPROVE THE CABLE CARRIAGE AGREEMENT NEGOTIATED BY THE ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC TELEVISION STATIONS, THE PUBLIC BROADCASTING SERVICE, AND THE NATIONAL CABLE & TELECOMMUNICATIONS ASSOCIATION
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida;
1. approve the cable carriage agreement negotiated by the Association of Public Television Stations, the Public Broadcasting Service, and the National Cable & Telecommunications Association; and
2. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to convey the School Board’s approval to the three parties.
C-40 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ISSUE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS TO SELECT PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH AGENCIES TO PROVIDE INDIVIDUAL, GROUP, AND FAMILY COUNSELING SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE IMMIGRANT AND/OR LIMITED ENGLISH PROFICIENT STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO HAVE BEEN AFFECTED BY TRAUMATIC EXPERIENCES AND APPROVE A SELECTION COMMITTEE TO EVALUATE THE PROPOSALS
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. issue a Request for Proposals to select professional mental health agencies to provide weekly group and/or individual counseling to eligible LEP and/or immigrant students and their families who have been affected by traumatic experiences; and
2. approve the establishment of a selection committee to evaluate proposals submitted.
C-41 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 05-06 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING THE MONTH OF APRIL 2005 AS SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, RECOGNIZING THE POSITIVE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN SCHOOL LIBRARIES AND STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 05-06 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming the month of April 2005 as School Library Media Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, recognizing the positive relationship between school libraries and student achievement.
C-42 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ACCEPT FUNDS THROUGH A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH THE EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF MIAMI-DADE/MONROE TO PROVIDE SUBSTITUTE COVERAGE FOR COMMUNITY EDUCATION FEE-SUPPORTED AND TITLE I PRE-KINDERGARTEN TEACHERS
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. accept funds through a contractual agreement with the Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe, in an amount not to exceed $70,000, to provide substitute coverage for Community Education Fee-Supported and Title I pre-kindergarten teachers, effective March 17, 2005 through June 30, 2005; and
2. direct Financial Affairs to establish revenues and appropriations not to exceed $70,000; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board.
No local funds are required.
C-50 EXPULSION OF STUDENT GRADE: 07
CASE NO: SM-104 (2004-2005) DOB: 07-21-92
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. expel the student specified in the supplemental material SM-104 (2004-2005), furnished under separate cover to Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2004-2005 school year, 2005 summer session, and the 2005-2006 school year;
2. provide educational services in an opportunity school or alternative program during the term of the expulsion; and
3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to a regular school program in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by the Office of Adult/Vocational, Alternative and Community Education.
C-51 EXPULSION OF STUDENT GRADE: 09
CASE NO: SM-108 (2004-2005) DOB: 05-04-89
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. expel the student specified in the supplemental material SM-108 (2004-2005), furnished under separate cover to Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2004-2005 school year, 2005 summer session, and the 2005-2006 school year;
2. provide educational services in an opportunity school or alternative program during the term of the expulsion; and
3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to a regular school program in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by the Office of Adult/Vocational, Alternative and Community Education.
C-52 EXPULSION OF STUDENT GRADE: 12
CASE NO: SM-109 (2004-2005) DOB: 02-04-87
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, expel the student specified in the supplemental material SM-109 (2004-2005), furnished under separate cover to Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assign the student to an alternative education program for his/her tenure in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
C-53 EXPULSION OF STUDENT GRADE: 11
CASE NO: SM-111 (2004-2005) DOB: 11-08-87
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, expel the student specified in the supplemental material SM-111 (2004-2005), furnished under separate cover to Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assign the student to an alternative education program for his/her tenure in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.
C-54 EXPULSION OF STUDENT GRADE: 08
CASE NO: SM-114 (2004-2005) DOB: 07-02-91
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. expel the student specified in the supplemental material SM-114 (2004-2005), furnished under separate cover to Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2004-2005 school year, 2005 summer session, and the 2005-2006 school year;
2. provide educational services in an opportunity school or alternative program during the term of the expulsion; and
3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to a regular school program in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by the Office of Adult/Vocational, Alternative and Community Education.
C-55 EXPULSION OF STUDENT GRADE: 07
CASE NO: SM-115 (2004-2005) DOB: 05-26-91
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. expel the student specified in the supplemental material SM-115 (2004-2005), furnished under separate cover to Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2004-2005 school year, 2005 summer session, and the 2005-2006 school year;
2. provide educational services in an opportunity school or alternative program during the term of the expulsion; and
3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to a regular school program in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by the Office of Adult/Vocational, Alternative and Community Education.
C-70 PROPOSED OPENING AND CLOSING TIMES FOR NON- SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT ZONE SITES: ELEMENTARY, K-8 CENTER, MIDDLE, AND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS, FOR THE LAST THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL – MAY 27, 31, AND JUNE 1, 2005 (revised 2)
Recommended: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. approve for May 27, 31, and June 1, 2005, a reduction of the school day in non-School Improvement Zone sites:
·elementary schools to five (5) hours and 15 minutes;
· K-8 centers to five (5) hours and 15 minutes;
·middle schools to five (5) hours and 30 minutes;
·senior high schools to four (4) hours and 30 minutes; and
2. authorize the Superintendent to make any special adjustments necessary due to unique circumstances in particular schools.
C-72 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ISSUE A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FROM AGENCIES TO PROVIDE QUALITY CHILD CARE SERVICES FOR APPROXIMATELY 200 TO 800 AT-RISK CHILDREN, AGES BIRTH TO THREE (3), WHO ARE CHILDREN OF PREGNANT AND PARENTING STUDENTS SEEKING A HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA FOR A TOTAL NOT TO EXCEED $2,500,000
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. issue a Request for Proposals from agencies to provide quality child care services for approximately 200 to 800 at-risk children ages birth to three (3), who are children of pregnant and parenting students seeking a high school diploma, effective July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006, for a total not to exceed $2,500,000;
2. approve a selection committee to evaluate the proposals submitted.
The appropriation for this item will be included in the 2005-2006 Tentative Annual Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2005.
C-73 WITHDRAWAL OF AGENDA ITEM C-73 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO CLARIFY THE INTENT OF THE DONATION APPROVED IN BOARD ITEM B-26 AT THE SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF AUGUST 18, 2004
C-80 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (FLDOE) FOR FUNDING THE COMMUNITY/HIGHER EDUCATION/SCHOOL PARTNERSHIP (CHESP) PROGRAM
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. accept a grant award from the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding the Community/Higher Education/School Partnership (CHESP) Program in the amount of $36,500 for the grant period of January 1, 2005 through December 31, 2005;
2. extend this program as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program; and
3. direct Financial Operations to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board.
C-81 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (FLDOE) FOR FUNDING UNDER THE 2004-2005 TITLE I SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT INITIATIVE THROUGH THE NO CHILD LEFT BEHIND ACT OF 2001, PUBLIC LAW 107-110
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. accept the grant award from the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 2004-2005 Title I School Improvement Initiative, in the estimated amount of $10,926,500, through the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001, Public Law 107-110, for the grant period of February 28, 2005 through June 30, 2006;
2. extend these programs as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program; and
3. direct Financial Operations to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board.
C-82 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD FROM THE ROYAL CARIBBEAN, CELEBRITY CRUISES OCEAN FUND, FOR FUNDING THE LAND SCIENCE HANDS-ON AND RELATED CAREERS (SHARC) PROGRAM
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. accept a grant award from the Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises Ocean Fund, for funding the Land Science Hands-on and Related Careers (SHARC) Program in the amount of $50,000 for the grant period of March 1, 2005 through February 28, 2006;
2. extend this program as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program; and
3. direct Financial Operations to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board.
D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY
D-1 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD RULE: INITIAL READING 6Gx13- 5A-1.10, ATTENDANCE AREAS 2004-2005
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Rule 6Gx13- 5A-1.10, Attendance Areas 2004-2005.
D-2 WITHDRAWAL OF AGENDA ITEM D-2 - REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH YOU NEED TO KNOW, INC., FOR THE CREATION OF A SIGNATURE BOOK TO EDUCATE CHILDREN ON THE DYNAMICS OF BULLYING
D-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ACCEPT THE REPORT FROM THE PROMOTING AND MAINTAINING A SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT (PMSLE) TASK FORCE
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the report from the Promoting and Maintaining a Safe Learning Environment (PMSLE) Task Force.
D-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ACCEPT THE DONATION OF A BLOODHOUND FROM THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, STATE ATTORNEY’S OFFICE, FOR USE IN LOCATING ABDUCTED AND/OR MISSING CHILDREN IN THE DISTRICT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the donation of a bloodhound from the Miami-Dade County, State Attorney’s Office, to assist in the location of abducted and/or missing children in the District.
D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS: JANUARY 27, 2005 - FEBRUARY 23, 2005
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the instructional and non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, and separations as included in Personnel Action Listing 949.
D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2004-2005
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective March 17, 2005, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.
D-22 APPOINTMENTS AND ASSIGNMENTS OF PERSONNEL NEW TO THE SCHOOL DISTRICT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, appoint effective March 17, 2005 or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated:
1. Mr. Riley Davis, Jr., to the open budgeted position of Investigator, CIU, DCSAA pay grade 42, Civilian Investigative Unit;
2. Ms. Bioniva J. Aristide to the open budgeted position of Investigator, CIU, DCSAA pay grade 42, Civilian Investigative Unit;
3. Mr. Edward J. Callahan to the open budgeted position of Investigator, CIU, DCSAA pay grade 42, Civilian Investigative Unit; and
4. Mr. Hector A. Echeverria to the open budgeted position of Manager III, Data Analysis, DCSAA pay grade 39, MDCPS Police.
D-23 CALENDAR FOR SUBMITTING NOMINATIONS FOR PERSONNEL APPOINTMENTS FOR THE 2005-2006 SCHOOL YEAR
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt, pursuant to §1012.22 and §1012.33, Florida Statutes, the calendar for submitting nominations for personnel appointments for the 2005-2006 school year.
D-24 RATIFICATION OF 2004-2005 ADDENDUM TO THE 2003-2006 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS’ ASSOCIATION (Replaced by A-6)
D-25 WITHDRAWAL OF BOARD AGENDA ITEM D-25 - RATIFICATION OF 2004-2005 ADDENDUM TO THE 2003-2006 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FLORIDA STATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE (Revised)
D-25 RATIFICATION OF 2004-2005 ADDENDUM TO THE 2003-2006 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FLORIDA STATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE
D-27 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF AMENDED SALARY SCHEDULE GO FOR PART-TIME COMMUNITY SCHOOL EMPLOYEES
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the amended Salary Schedule GO and adjust the corresponding salaries, effective April 22, 2005.
D-30 SUSPENSION OF EMPLOYEE
VONDA D. CHRISTIE - TEACHER
CORAL GABLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RECOMMENDED: That effective March 16, 2005 the School Board suspend Ms. Vonda D. Christie, Teacher at Coral Gables Elementary School, for 30 workdays without pay.
D-31 SUSPENSION OF EMPLOYEE
CHRISTIAN PIERRE-ANTOINE - TEACHER
MORNINGSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RECOMMENDED: That effective March 16, 2005, at the close of the workday, the School Board suspend Mr. Christian Pierre-Antoine, Teacher at Morningside Elementary School, for 30 work days without pay.
E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS
E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR JANUARY 2005
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for January 2005.
E-25 REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSALS, UNDERWRITERS, MASTER LEASE IMPACT FEE CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION, SERIES 2005 (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. approve the Request for Proposal for selection of underwriters presented as Exhibit A;
2. authorize the Board Chair to appoint a School Board member to participate in the Selection Committee; and
3. approve the Selection Committee presented as Exhibit B.
E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO SEEK RENEWAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR BOARD’S COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED COVERAGES
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to begin renewal negotiations for its comprehensive fidelity bonding program, through Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., for a renewal period of at least three years, effective June 1, 2005, with specific recommendations for purchase of surety coverage placement, including specific terms, conditions and premiums to be brought back to the Board at its meeting of May 18, 2005.
E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE RENEWAL CONTRACTS FOR FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAMED (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. authorize the Superintendent to issue Request For Proposal (RFP) #089-EE10, Flexible Benefits Program; and
2. approve the Ad-Hoc Insurance Committee.
E-141 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARDS ON TERM CONTRACTS
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following term contracts, inasmuch as the estimated requirements, previously awarded by the Board, will be exceeded before the contracts’ terms expire:
(1)
Contract No. 024-CC10 – DEMOLITION OF RELOCATABLES AND MISCELLANEOUS STRUCTURES, was to establish a list of pre-qualified contractors, to demolish relocatables and miscellaneous structures, at Miami-Dade County Public Schools facilities, for Maintenance Operations, during the term of the contract, effective February 12, 2003, through February 11, 2006.
This supplemental award is requested due to increased usage. This is a first-time bid. This year’s usage has averaged $7,596.30 per month. The original award amount has been expended. Pending requisitions total $87,592. Pending projects have been identified totaling $123,389. The supplemental amount requested represents the average monthly expenditure required for the remainder of the contract period, which includes pending projects and requisitions, plus an additional 10% contingency for unanticipated usage.
| Fund Source |
0100 – General |
| M/WBE Eligibility |
Hispanic Male |
1. DEMOLITION MASTERS, INC.
122 MADEIRA AVENUE
CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
OWNER: MAITTE NETSCH, VICE PRESIDENT
2. ECHTECH WRECKING CORPORATION
99 N. E. 167 STREET, SUITE 102
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
OWNER: THOMAS SCHWAB, PRESIDENT
3. H. A. CONTRACTING CORPORATION
9500 N.W. 12 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33172
OWNER: HENRY ANGELO III, PRESIDENT
4. LANGO EQUIPMENT SERVICE, INC.
6561 WEST 12 AVENUEHIALEAH, FL 33012
OWNER: JUAN A. LOPEZ, PRESIDENT (HM)
ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT $175,000
PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL $0
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $357,893
(2)
Contract No. 130-BB07 – TRANSMISSION FACTORY REBUILT, was to establish a contract, to purchase, at firm unit prices, quantities, as may be required, of factory rebuilt transmission, for the Department of Transportation, Vehicle Maintenance, during the term of the contract, effective July 10, 2004, through July 9, 2005. This supplemental award is requested due to the aging of fleet that has resulted in an increase in transmission replacements, as well as the increase of transmission replacements in 26 buses, purchased in the year 2000, which are out of warranty coverage. Last contract usage averaged $9,327.47 per month, while this year’s usage averaged $15,989.95 per month. The supplemental amount requested is based on the average monthly expenditure, times the twelve (12) month contract period, minus the original award amount.
| Fund Source |
0100 – General |
| M/WBE Eligibility |
None |
1. PITTS ENGINE & TRANSMISSION, INC.
7390 N.W. 43 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER: CARL M. PITTS, PRESIDENT
ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT $111,929.64
PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL $0
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $79,949.74
E-142 REPORT PURCHASES MADE WITHIN GUIDELINES OF BOARD RULE 6Gx13- 3C-1.10 – PURCHASE APPROVAL
E-143 AWARD BID NO. 007-EE05 – VISION EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES, CATALOG DISCOUNT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. 007-EE05 – VISION EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES, CATALOG DISCOUNT, to establish a pool of qualified vendors, at the highest, firm percentage discounts off published list prices, to purchase, quantities, as may be required, of vision equipment and supplies, for various locations. Equipment purchased through this bid will be used to support students with visual impairments, during the term of the bid, effective March 16, 2005, through March 15, 2007, as follows:
1. ABLENET, INC.
2808 FAIRVIEW AVENUE NORTH
ROSEVILLE, MN 55113-1308
OWNER: RICK OSTERHAUS, C.E.O.
2. ALPHA SMART, INC.
973 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
LOS GATOS, CA 95032
OWNER: KETAN KOTHARI, C.E.O.
3. CLARITY USA
6409 ALISAL STREET
PLEASANTON, CA 94566
OWNER: DAVE BRODY, C.E.O.
4. CRESTWOOD COMMUNICATION AIDS, INC.
6625 NORTH SIDNEY PLACE
MILWAUKEE, WI 53209-3259
OWNER: RUTH B. LEFF, PRESIDENT
5. FLORIDA READING & VISION TECHNOLOGY, INC.
P.O. BOX 519
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33302-0519
OWNER: LESA KRETSCHMER, PRESIDENT
6. INDEPENDENT LIVING AIDS, INC.
200 ROBBINS LANE
JERICHO, NY 11753
OWNER: MIMI BERMAN, VICE PRESIDENT
7. INFOGRIP, INC.
1794 EAST MAIN STREET
VENTURA, CA 93001
OWNER: ELIZABETH JACOBS, PRESIDENT
8. LOW VISIONAIDS, INC.
D.B.A. MAGNIFYING AMERICA
3950 N.W. 120 AVENUE
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
OWNER: JOHN D. PALMER, PRESIDENT
9. PHONAK, LLC
4520 WEAVER PARKWAY
WARRENVILLE, IL 60555
OWNER: AGGIE HENRY, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
10. TECHNOLOGY FOR EDUCATION, INC.
1870 50 STREET EAST, SUITE 7
INVERGROVE HEIGHTS, MN 55077
OWNER: JAMES C. ROGERS, PRESIDENT
11. TELESENSORY CORPORATION
520 ALMANOR AVENUE
SUNNYVALE, CA 94085
OWNER: MARC STENZEL, VICE PRESIDENT/SALES
12. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $300,000.
E-144 AUTHORIZE LEGAL ACTION AGAINST ALL SEASONS SERVICES, INC. TO RECOVER MONEY DUE AND OWING ON CONTRACT NO. 078-AA03, VENDING-MACHINE SERVICE, ACCESS-FEE BASED (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. declare All Seasons Services, Inc. in default of Contract No. 078-AA03 and remove All Seasons Services, Inc. from the vendors’ list for a period of fourteen (14) months; and
2. authorize the Board Attorney to initiate legal action against All Seasons Services, Inc. to recover money due and owing the District.
E-145 ACCESS-FEE REDUCTION ON CONTRACT NO. 081-DD03 - VENDING-MACHINE FEE PROGRAM FOR SENIOR HlGH SCHOOLS, STUDENT ACCESS (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REDUCE access-fee payment, due April 15, 2005, for Gilly Vending, Inc., in the amount of $26,625, on Contract No. 081-DD03 – VENDING- MACHINE FEE PROGRAM FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS, STUDENT ACCESS.
E-146 AWARD BID NO. 020-EE10 – COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES AT COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. 020-EE10 – COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED- PARKING FACILITIES AT COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, to establish a contract effective for one year, with a one-year extension option, commencing upon obtaining any and all necessary licenses, permits, use approval or other approval, as follows:
1. SELIG PARKING, INC.
D.B.A. AAA PARKING
376 SPRING STREET NW
ATLANTA, GA 30308 ESTIMATE $19,200
OWNER: MASON MEHRJERDIAN
EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT
E-147 ASSIGNMENT OF ROUTES, CONTRACT NO. 145-BB07 – SCHOOL-BUS ROUTES FOR APPROVED PRIVATE SCHOOL-BUS COMPANIES
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the assignment of routes as follows:
FIRST STUDENT, INC.
C/O FIRST GROUP AMERICAN, INC.
ONE CENTENNIAL PLAZA
705 CENTRAL AVENUE, SUITE 500
CINCINNATI, OH 45202
OWNER: LOUIS RICH, REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
E-200 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD RULE: FINAL READING 6GX13–3B-1.111, DONATIONS AND GIFTS OF PROPERTY
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended Board Rule 6Gx13-3B-1.111, Donations and Gifts of Property, and authorize the Superintendent to file the rule with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 16, 2005.
E-203 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD RULE: FINAL READING 6Gx13-3B-1.09, DISPOSAL OF TANGIBLE PERSONAL PROPERTY
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt amended School Board Rule 6Gx13- 3B-1.09, Disposal of Tangible Personal Property, and to file the rule with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 16, 2005.
F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM
F-1 AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH APPLICATION NO. 04-150, C AND S, LLC, LOCATED AT NE 205 TERRACE AND NE 12 AVENUE, PROVIDING FOR A MONETARY DONATION IN ADDITION TO EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AS ALLOWED FOR UNDER THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a Declaration of Restrictions in connection with Miami-Dade County Application No. 04-150, C and S, LLC, located at NE 205 Terrace and NE 12 Avenue, for the provision of a voluntary monetary donation over and above educational facilities impact fees in the amount of $76,500.
F-2 AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH APPLICATION NO. 04-366, DADELAND BREEZES APARTMENTS, LLC, LOCATED NORTH OF SW 88 STREET AND WEST OF STATE ROAD 826, PROVIDING FOR A MONETARY DONATION IN ADDITION TO EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AS ALLOWED FOR UNDER THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a Declaration of Restrictions in connection with Miami-Dade County Application No. 04-366, Dadeland Breezes Apartments, LLC, located at SW 88 Street and west of State Road 826, for the provision of a voluntary monetary donation over and above educational facilities impact fees in the amount of $122,000.
F-3 AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH APPLICATION NO. 04-328, MALCOLM WISEHEART, ET AL., LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SW 87 AVENUE AND SW 204 STREET, PROVIDING FOR A MONETARY DONATION IN ADDITION TO EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AS ALLOWED FOR UNDER THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a Declaration of Restrictions in connection with Miami-Dade County Application No. 04-328, Malcolm Wiseheart, et al., located at the northwest corner of SW 87 Avenue and SW 204 Street, for the provision of a voluntary monetary donation over and above educational facilities impact fees in the amount of $20,000.
F-4 AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH APPLICATION NO. 04-077, BDG WATER STONE, LLC, LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SW 137 AVENUE AND SW 304 STREET, HOMESTEAD, PROVIDING FOR A MONETARY DONATION IN ADDITION TO EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AS ALLOWED FOR UNDER THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a Declaration of Restrictions in connection with Application No. 04-077, BDG Water Stone, LLC, located at the northwest corner of SW 137 Avenue and SW 304 Street, City of Homestead, for the provision of a voluntary monetary donation over and above educational facilities impact fees in the amount of $21,000.
F-5 AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH APPLICATION NO. 04-269, B & JCM DORAL CORPORATION, LLC, LOCATED SOUTH OF NW 41 STREET AND EAST OF NW 107 AVENUE, DORAL, PROVIDING FOR A MONETARY DONATION IN ADDITION TO EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AS ALLOWED FOR UNDER THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a Declaration of Restrictions in connection with Miami-Dade County Application No. 04-269, B & JCM Doral Corporation, LLC, located south of NW 41 Street and east of NW 107 Avenue, Doral, for the provision of a voluntary monetary donation over and above educational facilities impact fees in the amount of $99,600.
F-6 AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A VOLUNTARY MONETARY DONATION IN CONNECTION WITH APPLICATION NO. 04-293, MARVIN JEROME JOHNSON, LOCATED AT 8900 SW 158 STREET, PALMETTO BAY, PROVIDING FOR A MONETARY DONATION IN ADDITION TO EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AS ALLOWED FOR UNDER THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a monetary donation in connection with Miami-Dade County Application No. 04-293, Marvin Jerome Johnson, located at 8900 SW 158 Street, Palmetto Bay, over and above educational facilities impact fees in the amount of $4,500.
F-7 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 450 BIRD ROAD, CORAL GABLES
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and the Secretary to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement with Florida Power & Light Company, for Coral Gables Senior High School, as described in the agenda item.
F-8 PROPOSED SETTLEMENT WITH CLIVE USTON AND ELLEN GOLDMAN, TRUSTEES, PERTAINING TO THE DISTRICT’S ACQUISITION OF APPROXIMATELY .57 ACRES AS PART OF AN ASSEMBLAGE OF PROPERTIES TO SITUATE STATE SCHOOL “D,” RELIEF FOR VIRGINIA BOONE HIGHLAND OAKS AND MADIE IVES ELEMENTARY AND HIGHLAND OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOLS, IN CONNECTION WITH THE EMINENT DOMAIN PROCEEDINGS OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. AVENTURA BELLAGIO, LLC, CASE NO. 04-11406-CA (08)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. approve and authorize settlement with Clive Uston and Ellen Goldman, Trustees, pertaining to the District’s acquisition of approximately .57 acres, as part of an assemblage of properties to situate State School “D,” relief for Virginia Boone Highland Oaks and Madie Ives Elementary and Highland Oaks Middle Schools, in connection with the Eminent Domain proceedings of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Aventura Bellagio, LLC, Case No. 04-11406-CA (08), by payment of $1,180,000 to the property owners, inclusive of all attorney’s fees and costs, and $35,000 to FAMZ Corporation, inclusive of all attorney’s fees and costs, for a total settlement cost of $1,215,000, as described in the agenda item; and
2. authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a lease agreement with FAMZ Corporation to allow the continued operation of the Montessori School, located at 21060 West Dixie Highway, Miami, Florida, for the period of August 30, 2004 to December 29, 2005, at a total rental rate of $122,032, and in substantial conformance with the terms and conditions of the agenda item.
F-9 AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT FOR HIGHLAND OAKS PARK WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, TO ALLOW CONSTRUCTION OF A BUS DROP-OFF AT HIGHLAND OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2375 NE 203 STREET
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to execute an amendment to the Joint Use Agreement for Highland Oaks Park with Miami-Dade County, to allow construction of a bus drop-off at Highland Oaks Middle School, substantially in conformance with the terms noted in the agenda item.
F-11 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH R.K. ASSOCIATES FOR APPROXIMATELY 60,000 SQUARE FEET OF SPACE, LOCATED AT 850 IVES DAIRY ROAD, TO PROVIDE IMMEDIATE RELIEF TO HIGHLAND OAKS MIDDLE SCHOOL AND FUTURE RELIEF TO DR. MICHAEL M. KROP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. authorize the Superintendent or his designee to finalize negotiations and execute a lease agreement with R.K. Associates for approximately 60,000 square feet of space, located at 850 Ives Dairy Road, to provide immediate relief to Highland Oaks Middle School and future relief to Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School, substantially in conformance with the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item, including a one-time payment of between $5,000,000 and $5,500,000 for retrofitting costs and a total annual rental rate of $750,000 for the first year of the lease; and
2. allocate funding for the lease cost and estimated retrofitting cost in the Fiscal Year 2005-06 budget.
F-12 AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CHAMBER CENTRE, INC., FOR REGION VI OFFICES, LOCATED AT 698 N. HOMESTEAD BOULEVARD, HOMESTEAD
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a lease agreement with Chamber Centre, Inc., for Region VI offices, located at 698 N. Homestead Boulevard, substantially in conformance with the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item, including a one-time reimbursement for tenant improvements of $219,252 and an annual rental rate of $254,011, and subject to resolution of any issues relating to compliance with the life-safety inspections performed by District staff.
F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. adjust the capital budget in the amount of $1,084,280; and
2. make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.
F-21 COMMISSIONING OF ARCHITEKNICS, INC. AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEERS FOR WINDOW REPLACEMENT PROJECTS AT FIENBERG/FISHER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. A01011, AND W.J. BRYAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. A01033
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Architeknics, Inc., as Architects/Engineers for the Window Replacement projects at Fienberg/Fisher Elementary, Project No. A01011, and W.J. Bryan Elementary, Project No. A01033, as follows:
1. window Replacement Project at Fienberg/Fisher Elementary, the negotiated lump sum fee for basic services of $526,350;
2. window Replacement Project at W.J. Bryan Elementary, the negotiated lump sum fee for basic services of $322,350; and
3. additional terms and conditions as set forth in the agenda item.
F-22 COMMISSIONING OF BORRELLI & PARTNERS, INC., (FORMERLY BORRELLI & ASSOCIATES, INC.) AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEERS FOR RENOVATIONS & REMODELING AT MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. A01085
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Borrelli & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for the Renovations and Remodeling Project at Miami Springs Senior High School, Project No. A01085, as follows:
1. a lump sum fee of $200,533 for basic services; and
2. additional terms and conditions as set forth in the agenda item.
F-23 COMMISSIONING OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEERS FOR RENOVATIONS & REMODELING AT MIAMI LAKES EDUCATIONAL CENTER, PROJECT NO. A0815
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineers for the Additions, Remodeling and Renovations at Miami Lakes Educational Center, Project No. A0815, as follows:
1. a lump sum fee of $237,203 for basic services; and
2. additional terms and conditions as set forth in the agenda item.
F-24 COMMISSIONING OF THE ARCHITECTURAL PARTNERSHIP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEERS FOR CEILING AND LIGHTING REPLACEMENT & PAINT AT MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. A01084
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission The Architectural Partnership, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for the Renovations and Remodeling Project at Miami Coral Park Senior High School, Project No. A01084, as follows:
1. a lump sum fee of $338,490 for Basic Services; and
2. additional terms and conditions as set forth in the agenda item.
F-25 COMMISSIONING OF ZYSCOVICH, INC., AS PROJECT ARCHITECT FOR STATE SCHOOL “BBB1” – PROJECT A01015 (A NEW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL TO REPLACE AND BE BUILT AT THE EXISTING SITE OF NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL) AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO AMEND THE DISTRICT’S FIVE-YEAR CAPITAL PLAN AND THE PROJECT’S CAPITAL BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005-2006
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Zyscovich, Inc., as Project Architect for State School “BBB1” – Project A01015 (a new senior high school to replace and be built at the existing site of North Miami Senior High School) and authorize the Superintendent to amend the District’s Five-Year Capital Plan and the Project’s Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2005-2006, as follows:
1. a lump sum basic services fee of $3,225,930, which represents approximately 5.84% of the total estimated construction cost of $55,279,000;
2. additional terms and conditions as set forth in the agenda item; and
3. authorize the Superintendent to amend the District’s Five-Year Capital Plan and the Project’s Capital Budget for Fiscal Year 2005-2006, from $72,000,000 to $76,878,947.
F-26 COMMISSIONING OF JASCO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR THE REMODELING AND RENOVATION AT MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR, PROJECT NO. A01085, AS PROVIDED IN THE FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM FY 03-04
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission the firm of Jasco Construction Company as Construction Management (CM) At-Risk firm for the Remodeling and Renovations at Miami Springs Senior, Project No. A01085, as provided in the Facilities Work Program FY 03-04 (as may be amended), for the following considerations:
1. a negotiated lump sum fee of $35,000 for pre-construction services, which represents approximately 1.78% of the construction cost;
2. other terms and conditions as set forth in the agenda item; and
3. upon completion of the pre-construction services, the CM At-Risk firm shall negotiate a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the construction of the project. Staff will then submit the negotiated GMP for Board approval.
F-27 COMMISSIONING OF HEWETT-KIER CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR THE REMODELING AND RENOVATION AT MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR, PROJECT NO. A01084, AS PROVIDED IN THE FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM FY 03-04
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission the firm of Hewett-Kier Construction, Inc., as Construction Management (CM) At-Risk firm for the Remodeling and Renovations at Miami Coral Park Senior, Project No. A01084, as provided in the Facilities Work Program FY 03-04 (as may be amended), for the following considerations:
1. a negotiated lump sum fee of $37,000 for pre-construction services, which represents approximately 0.82% of the construction cost;
2. other terms and conditions as set forth in the agenda item; and
3. upon completion of the pre-construction services, the CM At-Risk firm shall negotiate a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the construction of the project. Staff will then submit the negotiated GMP for Board approval.
F-28 AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH CENTEX ROONEY CONSTRUCTION CO., INC., TO REFLECT THE COMPANY’S NAME CHANGE TO CENTEX CONSTRUCTION, LLC
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the amendment to the agreement dated November 17, 2004 with Centex Rooney Construction Co., Inc., for “One, Two or More Story Prototype Additions at Various Sites” as follows:
1. reflect the company’s name change and transfer all future contractual obligations from Centex Rooney Construction Co., Inc., to Centex Construction, LLC; and
2. all other terms and conditions shall remain in force.
F-29 AUTHORIZATION TO EXERCISE THE FIRST ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF AGREEMENTS WITH EVANS ENVIRONMENTAL & GEOSCIENCES, LAW ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, INC., NUTTING ENGINEERING OF FLORIDA, INC., PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC., AND PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING & INSPECTION COMPANY, INC., TO PERFORM TESTING AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SERVICES; AND AUTHORIZATION TO ASSIGN THE AGREEMENT WITH LAW ENGINEERING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, INC., TO MACTEC ENGINEERING AND CONSULTING, INC.
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to exercise the first one-year extension of agreements with Evans Environmental & Geosciences, Law Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc., Nutting Engineering of Florida, Inc., Professional Service Industries, Inc., and Professional Engineering & Inspection Company, Inc., to perform geotechnical/construction materials testing and environmental assessment services under the same terms and conditions; and authorization to assign the agreement with Law Engineering and Environmental Services, Inc., to MACTEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc. under the same terms and conditions.
F-30 AUTHORIZATION TO GRANT A WATER LINE EASEMENT LOCATED AT HENRY FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL SITE AT 531 WEST 29 STREET, HIALEAH, FLORIDA, IN FAVOR OF THE CITY OF HIALEAH, PROJECT NO. PB999910-CMVP154
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the execution of the water line easement at the Henry Filer Middle School Site, Project No. PB999910-CMVP154, in favor of the City of Hialeah.
F-31 AUTHORIZATION TO GRANT A WATER LINE EASEMENT LOCATED AT STATE SCHOOL “PPP”/JOHN A. FERGUSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SITE AT SW 56 STREET AND 162 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA IN FAVOR OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROJECT NO. A0748
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the execution of the water line easement at the State School “PPP”/ John A. Ferguson Senior High School Site, Project No. A0748, in favor of Miami-Dade County.
F-32 AUTHORIZATION TO EXECUTE THE ABSOLUTE BILL OF SALE FOR THE CONVEYANCE OF THE WATER FACILITIES AT THE CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SITE IN FAVOR OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROJECT NO. SK0018C
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute the Absolute Bill of Sale for the water facilities at the Coral Gables Senior High School site, Project No. SK0018C, in favor of Miami-Dade County.
F-33 AWARD TO NAC CONSTRUCTION, INC. PROJECT NO. A01004 DESIGN-BUILD -ADDITION AT KINLOCH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4275 NW FIRST STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA (Revised)
F-34 AWARD TO MCM CORPORATION PROJECT NO. A01030 DESIGN-BUILD - NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STATE SCHOOL "YI" -RELIEF FOR JACK D. GORDON AND DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS SW 160 AVENUE & SW 144 STREET, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FL And PROJECT NO. A01019 DESIGN-BUILD - NEW MIDDLE SCHOOL STATE SCHOOL "WI" - RELIEF FOR RICHMOND HEIGHTS, REDLAND, HAMMOCKS AND ARVIDA MIDDLE SCHOOLS SW 157 AVENUE & SW 144 STREET, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA (Revised Replacement)
F-35 APPROVAL OF GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) PIRTLE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY PROJECT NO. 00156900 MODULAR CLASSROOM ADDITION (14-PACK) LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE SCHOOL 8190 NW 197 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA (Revised)
F-36 WITHDRAWAL OF AGENDA ITEM F-36 APPROVAL OF GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY PROJECT NO. A0795 PARTIAL REPLACEMENT, NEW AUDITORIUM, GYMNASIUM, FOOD SERVICE, MEDIA CENTER, VOCATIONAL LABS, SCIENCE LABS, AND CLASSROOMS REMODELING, RENOVATIONS OF FOUR EXISTING BUILDINGS AND SPILLOUT SHELTER MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL 2231 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA (Revised)
F-37 WITHDRAWAL OF AGENDA ITEM F-37 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT WITH ONE CROW, INC. PROJECT NO. SK0049 SHADOWLAWN ELEMENTARY 149 NW 49 Street, Miami, Florida (Revised)
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. exercise its right under Article 14.4 of the General Conditions to terminate for convenience the contract with One Crow, Inc. for Project No. SK0049, Shadowlawn Elementary School; and
2. authorize the Superintendent to utilize the project funds to complete the remaining work on the project.
F-38 CHANGE ORDER NO. 2
PROJECT NO. A0556
ADDITIONS, RENOVATIONS AND REMODELING
POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
6745 NW 23 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm Change Order No. 2 on Project No. A0556, Additions, Renovations and Remodeling, Poinciana Park Elementary School for an additional cost of $87,749 and approve a time extension of 5 days.
F-39 CHANGE ORDER NO. 2
PROJECT NO. SK0049
NEW MUSIC SUITE, NEW PARKING AREA AND SAFETY-TO-LIFE IMPROVEMENT
SHADOWLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
NW 49 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm Change Order No. 2 on Project No. SK0049, New Music Suite, New Parking Area and Safety-to-Life Improvement for Shadowlawn Elementary School for an additional cost of $5,760.
F-70 PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. approve the prequalification and renewal certifications of contractors, as indicated in the agenda item;
2. approve the increases in Jasco Construction Company, Inc., MCM Corp. and James B. Pirtle Construction Co., d/b/a Pirtle Construction Company prequalification limits; and
3. deny LMP Construction Services, Inc.’s application for Contractor Prequalification Certification.
G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY
G-1 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. LEOPOLDO MUTIS - DOAH CASE NO. 04-1256
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, enter a Final Order accepting the Administrative Judge’s Recommended Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Leopoldo Mutis, DOAH Case No. 04-1256, exonerating Mr. Mutis of all charges and reinstating him as a teacher with back pay, 7% interest on the back pay, and any benefits to which he would have been entitled had he not been suspended.
G-2 APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. HENRY CHATMAN - DOAH Case No. 04-4274
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Settlement Agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and Henry J. Chatman to resolve in its entirety DOAH Case No. 04-4274.
G-3 APPROVAL AND ACCEPTANCE OF DE MINIMIS SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD WITH RESPECT TO THE FLORIDA PETROLEUM REPROCESSORS SUPERFUND SITE IN DAVIE, BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and accept the United States Environmental Protection Agency’s De Minimis Settlement Agreement with respect to the Florida Petroleum Reprocessors Superfund Site and submit the required payment of $16,032.38, in accordance with the terms outlined in the Administrative Order on Consent.
G-4 SETTLEMENT IN THE CASE OF: LATASHA WILLIAMS v. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT CASE NO.: 04-22470-Civ-HUCK
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize settlement in the case of Latasha Williams v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, U.S.D.C. Case No.: 04-22470-Civ-Huck, for the sum of $55,000.00. The settlement will release the School Board from all claims including damages, attorney’s fees and costs.
H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS
H-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION
Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison, and other education related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
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