Kathy Hayes

The board approved the 2025-2026 final budget and a servitude agreement, and selected high bidders for various 16th section properties. Additionally, the board authorized insurance property coverage options, reviewed project management updates for construction and maintenance, and approved student travel for both Jr. Beta and FFA conventions. Personnel staffing projections for the 2026-2027 school year were approved, along with the authorization to fill open positions, while updates on student code of conduct policy changes and the superintendent's performance objectives were presented for review.

The board received financial statements, investment reports, and updates on property income. Key actions included tabling a PILOT proposal, approving the Cheniere ITEP proposal and associated community benefits agreement, and authorizing various insurance policies. The board rejected previous warehouse renovation bids and discussed future bidding plans. Furthermore, the board received updates on construction projects, maintenance, and transportation. The meeting concluded with approval for student travel for the FBLA National Conference, scheduling changes for the academic calendar, and the presentation of the Superintendent's performance objectives report covering management, operations, student achievement, and community relations.

The board approved payment of bills, received financial statements and investment reports, and adopted millage rates for the tax year. Key actions included approving land tract usage, a lease extension, and a School Board letter of no objection. The board also authorized the posting of the Ten Commandments in classrooms, addressed employment resolutions, and allocated an additional percentage to the 13th check for the spring fiscal year. Furthermore, the board reviewed job descriptions for school secretary and bookkeeper roles and received updates on construction projects, maintenance, transportation, and student communicable disease policies.

The board meeting agenda includes the authorization of bill payments, review of financial statements and investment reports, and discussions regarding district revenue and the Black Bayou PILOT proposal. Key actions involve the Cheniere ITEP proposal, renewal of various insurance coverages including cyber liability, and oversight of warehouse renovation bids and ongoing construction projects. Furthermore, the board will address policy updates regarding student communicable diseases, approve funding for students attending the National FBLA Conference and student field trips, and deliberate on the schedule for upcoming board meetings and the final instructional days for the academic year.

The meeting covered the approval of the agenda and the payment of bills. Key discussions involved receiving financial statements and reports of current investments. The Board approved several items related to land leases and extensions, including an extension of five years to a lease on Section 16-T14S-R8W, a lease request on Section 16-T14S-R13W, and approval for the LA Storage Pipeline Project documents, contingent upon state cleanup verification. Furthermore, the Board authorized advertising Notice for Bids for renewals across several sections. Updates were provided regarding current construction bid activities and ongoing FEMA, CDBG, and General Fund projects. Policy revisions were approved in accordance with ACT 479 of the Louisiana Legislative Session 2025 Update Part II, covering areas like Sales of Surplus Equipment, Behavioral Health Support, Emergency Management, and Employee Conduct. Finally, the Board approved the 2026-2027 Cameron Parish School Board District Calendar, and the Superintendent presented his performance objectives report.