Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised

1 Monday, July 14, 2025 Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised 6:00 P.M. Commission Chambers Lake County Admin. Bldg. 315 W. Main St., Tavares, FL "We are 5,000 strong serving 42,000 students." 1. OPENING ITEMS Subject 1.01 Call to Order - Followed by a Moment of Silence and the Pledge of Allegiance (Tyler Brandeburg, Chairman) Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type File Attachments 2. CHANGES, AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS OR DELETIONS TO AGENDA 3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Subject 3.01 Minutes from the School Board Workshop, June 16, 2025 and Regular School Board Meeting, June 23, 2025 (Diane Kornegay, Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action File Attachments MINwkshp.2025.06.16.pdf (124 KB) MINregmtg.2025.06.23.pdf (186 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Stephanie Luke. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 4. REPRESENTATION 5. PUBLIC INPUT: The meeting can be viewed live through the lakecountyfl.gov website. Any person may request permission to speak to the Board in person, by filling out a public input card located at the entrance to the meeting room and submitting it to the clerk before the start of the meeting. A three-minute time limit will be imposed for each speaker. 6. REPORTS Subject 6.01 Education Foundation Report (Dr. Elizabeth Johnson, Executive Director) Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Information File Attachments 6. REPORTS Subject 6.02 Attorney Report (Scott Cole, School Board Attorney) Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Information File Attachments 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Subject 7.01 Form 8B-Memorandum of Voting Conflict: Declaration and receipt from Stephanie Luke, School Board Member, District 5, of filing Form 8B-Memorandum of Voting Conflict for agenda item 10.02 from the Regular Meeting, June 23, 2025 (Scott Cole, School Board Attorney) Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Information Declaration and receipt from Stephanie Luke, School Board Member, District 5, of filing Form 8B-Memorandum of Voting Conflict for item 10.02-Dual Enrollment Agreement between, The School Board of Lake County, Florida and Lake Sumter State College, for the 2025-26 school year, from the Regular School Board Meeting, June 23, 2025. Ms. Luke abstained from the vote so as not to inure to the special gain or loss of her employer, Lake Sumter State College. File Attachments Form 8B-S. Luke 6-23-25.pdf (221 KB) 7. UNFINISHED BUSINESS Subject 7.02 Form 8B-Memorandum of Voting Conflict: Declaration and receipt from Marc Dodd, School Board Member, District 3, of filing Form 8B-Memorandum of Voting Conflict for agenda item 10.02 from the Regular Meeting, June 23, 2025 (Scott Cole, School Board Attorney) Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Information Declaration and receipt from Marc Dodd, School Board Member, District 3, of filing Form 8B-Memorandum of Voting Conflict for item 10.02-Dual Enrollment Agreement between, The School Board of Lake County, Florida and Lake Sumter State College, for the 2025-26 school year, from the Regular School Board Meeting, June 23, 2025. Mr. Dodd abstained from the vote so as not to inure to the special gain or loss of his employer, Lake Sumter State College. File Attachments Form 8B - Dodd 062325_.pdf (105 KB) 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.01 Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements as of April 2025 (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: State Board of Education Rule 6A-1.008, Florida Administrative Code, requires the Superintendent to submit, for the Board's use and consideration, a financial statement in a form prescribed by the Board. The Board approves an annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes. This budget is reflected in the district's accounting system. The accounting system provides periodic reports that track the school district's actual expenditures and revenues. The Board receives the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements. These reports allow the Board to monitor financial activity. This item supports Goal 3B of the School Board's Strategic Plan and promotes financial transparency and awareness for all internal and external stakeholders. Progress is communicated in a timely manner through the monthly district amendment report. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance Department. 2. Not approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance Department. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the Monthly Financial Reports and Statement of Cash Disbursements Reports as submitted by Finance. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by and submitted to the Superintendent by the Chief Financial Officer, Scott Ward. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments Capital Projects Funds April 2025.pdf (107 KB) Consolidated Funds April 2025.pdf (128 KB) Debt Service Funds April 2025.pdf (104 KB) Food Service Fund April 2025.pdf (107 KB) General Fund April 2025.pdf (108 KB) Special Revenue Funds 42XX - 44xx April 2025.pdf (109 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.02 Budget Amendments as of April 2025 (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: State Board Rule 6A-1.006, Florida Administrative Code, requires the Board to approve amendments to the budget whenever function and object amounts are changed from the original budget. The Board approves the annual budget in accordance with Florida Statutes. In the normal course of business, revenues and appropriations are revised for movement of funds between functions and objects and for revisions to revenue and expenditure balances. These changes to the approved budget are accomplished through budget amendments. These amendments reflect all changes by fund as of April 2025. The amendments included are: Fund 1000 - #1000-08 General Fund Fund 2000 - #2000-08 Debt Service Funds Fund 3000 - #3000-08 Capital Project Funds Fund 4200 - #4200-08 Special Revenue Funds Fund 4430 - #4450-08 Special Revenue Funds Fund 4430 - #4460-08 Special Revenue Funds This item supports Goal 3B of the School Board's Strategic Plan and promotes financial transparence and awareness for all internal and external stakeholders. Progress is communicated in a timely manner through the monthly district amendment report. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the budget amendments as of April 2025, of the 2024-25 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. 2. Not approve the budget amendments as of April 2025, of the 2024-25 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the budget amendments as of April 2025, of the 2024-25 fiscal year as requested and submitted by the Finance Department. FISCAL IMPACT: These amendments reflect the impact of budgetary adjustments as of April 2025, of the 2024-25 fiscal year. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Scott Ward, Chief Fin ancial Officer. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments Fund 1000 APRIL 2025 - GENERAL FUND.pdf (421 KB) Fund 2XXX APRIL 2025 - DEBT SERVICE.pdf (253 KB) Fund 3XXX APRIL 2025 - CAPITAL FUNDS.pdf (276 KB) Fund 42XX APRIL 2025 - SPECIAL REVENUE REVISED.pdf (347 KB) Fund 445X APRIL 2025 - SPECIAL REVENUE.pdf (280 KB) Fund 446X APRIL 2025 - SPECIAL REVENUE.pdf (282 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.03 Approval to Advertise Required TRIM Notifications for 2025-26 Budget (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: This request is for the approval for the TRIM advertisement scheduled to be posted on the District's Legal Advertisement and Public Notice website on or before July 25,2025, at the following link: https://www.lake.k12.fl.us/o/lcs/page/legal-advertisement-and-public-notice as required by statute. Section 200.065(2)(c), Florida Statutes, provides that the School Board shall advertise the intent to hold a public hearing on the tentative budget and proposed millage. The Public Hearing must be held within 2-5 days following advertisement and is scheduled for Monday, July 28, 2025. Budget documents may be viewed at the District's Budget Transparency website at the following link: https://www.lake.k12.fl.us/o/lcs/page/financial-transparency Copies of the proposed advertisement will be provided pending review and approval from Florida Department of Revenue TRIM Compliance Section. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the TRIM advertisements for publication on July 25, 2025, as required under Section 200.065(2)(c), Florida Statutes. 2. Do not approve the TRIM advertisements for publication on July 25, 2025, as required under Section 200.065(2)(c), Florida Statutes. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the TRIM advertisement for publication on July 25, 2025, as required under Section 200.065(2)(c), Florida Statutes. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.04 Safety & Security Compliance Report (Joseph M. Mabry, Director of Safety and Security) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: In accordance with House Bill 1473 (2024), each District Safety Specialist is required to share data from compliance visits from the Florida Department of Safe Schools Office of Safe Schools (FLDOE OSS). Specifically, the language in the Bill states: “The school safety specialist shall present each quarterly report to the district school board in a public meeting. Annually, during the first quarter of every school year, the school safety specialist shall report to the district school board in a public meeting the number of schools inspected during the preceding calendar year and the number and percentage of schools in compliance during the initial inspection and reinspection.” T h i s i t e m s uppo rts Strategic Plan Goal #5: School Safety, Security, and Student Support. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the Quarterly Safety Compliance Report for April – June 2025. Do not approve the Quarterly Safety Compliance Report for April – June 2025. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the School Board approve the Quarterly Safety Compliance Report for April – June 2025. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact for the approval of the report. DATA SOURCE: The agenda for this item was prepared by Joseph M. Mabry, Director of Safety & Security, in accordance with Florida House Bill 1473 (2024). Questions may be directed to Safety and Security Services at 352-253-6500. File Attachments SSS School Board Compliance Report July 2025.pdf (239 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.05 Contract Renewal #19-0608-PB-DG, Type IIB Panelized Modular Buildings, Contract utilization per Suwannee County School Board, Type IIB Panelized Modular Buildings (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: $12,000,000 from Local Capital Improvement Fund Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Lake County Schools (LCS) Procurement Services Department requests the Board to approve the Piggyback agreement per Suwannee County School Board, #RFP 20-209, Type IIB Panelized Modular Buildings to be awarded to Mobile Modular Management Corporation. Utilizing this contract would allow the School Board to take advantage of the competitive pricing established within this agreement for the relocating and leasing of campus hybrid classrooms with restrooms, other modular buildings, stairs and ramp systems, awnings, walkway canopies, building skirting, and other related services. This agreement will become effective retro-active to July 1, 2025 and will provide firm pricing for a (3) year period through June 30, 2028. The Board Attorney has reviewed the attached agreements. This item supports strategic plan goal #5A – Student Achievement based on the School Board’s Strategic Priorities and is beneficial to the students because it is necessary to ensure that all students have a safe, healthy and inviting learning environment. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the recommendation to award piggyback agreement #19-0608-PB-DG, Type IIB Panelized Modular Buildings Contract with Mobile Modular Management Corporation. 2. Do not approve at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board approve the award piggyback agreement #19-0608-PB-DG, Type IIB Panelized Modular Buildings Contract with Mobile Modular Management Corporation. FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated 3-year impact to our district will be $12,000,000 from Local Capital Improvement Fund. DATA SOURCE: The agenda item for this item was prepared by Procurement Services and the Maintenance Department in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. Questions may be directed to Procurement Services at 352-253-6500. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments MMMC Agreement.pdf (742 KB) Suwannee County MMMC.pdf (390 KB) 19-0608-PB-DG Complete Contract.pdf (15,868 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.06 Sole Source 22-0108-SS-BB ABB Drives for HVAC Systems (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: $250,000.00 from Local Capital Improvement Fund Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : Lake County Schools Procurement Services requests the Board to sign Sole Source agreement with Stan Weaver and Company. The Procurement Services Department issued a Notice of Intent to Single/Source on January 20, 2023 and the contract was approved by the School Board on July 24, 2023. However, the vendor signed agreement was not appropriately attached to the award memo at that time. Please sign the attached agreement to ensure compliance with its terms. The Board’s Attorney has reviewed this agreement. This item supports Strategic Plan Goal #5A – Ensure all students have a safe and positive environment for students and staff. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Sign vendor agreement Sole Source 22-0108-SS-BB ABB Drives for HVAC Systems which was awarded to Stan Weaver and Company………Located in Tampa, FL 2. Do not sign at this time. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board sign the vendor agreement for Sole Source 22-0108-SS-BB ABB Drives for HVAC Systems which was awarded to Stan Weaver and Company………Located in Tampa, FL. FISCAL IMPACT: The estimated financial impact will be $250,000.00 from the Local Capital Improvement Fund. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared by Procurement Services on behalf of Maintenance in accordance with School Board Policy 6320. The funding source for this contract was submitted by Maintenance. Questions may be directed to Purchasing at 352-253-6764 or Maintenance at 352-253-6521. “Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or failure to post the bond or other security required by law within the time allowed for filing a bond shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under chapter 120, Florida Statutes.” File Attachments 2025 SWC Agreement.pdf (651 KB) BoardDocs Approved.pdf (367 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.07 Amendment to the License Agreement For Facility Use Between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and Grace Baptist Church of Clermont (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: Cost avoidance of $10,140 Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : On August 26 th , 2024, the Board entered into a License Agreement for the use of East Ridge Middle School located at 13201 Excalibur Rd. Clermont FL 34711. Board Policy 7510 – Use of District Facilities, allows for use of Lake County School’s facilities by members of the public. Grace Baptist Church of Clermont wishes to extend this agreement by amendment. This item supports Goal 3, Fiscal Responsibility. ALTERNATIVES : Approve the amendment to the License Agreement for use by Grace Baptist Church of Clermont. Do not approve the amendment to the License Agreement for use by Grace Baptist Church of Clermont. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend the Board approve the Amendment to the License Agreement Between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and Grace Baptist Church of Clermont. FISCAL IMPACT : Cost avoidance of $10,140 DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared by Robert Oyer on behalf of Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer. Additional information may be obtained by contacting Robert at 352-253-6500. File Attachments License Agree-Grace Baptist - Signed.pdf (239 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.08 Amendment to the License Agreement For Facility Use Between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and Fredrick’s Karate & Fitness (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: Cost avoidance of $13,419.00 Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: On August 12 th , 2024, the Board entered into a License Amendment for the use of multiple sites on District properties. Frederick’s Karate & Fitness wishes to extend this agreement and amend to include Minneola Horizon Academy 2101 Minneola Overlook Lane Minneola, FL 34715. This item supports Goal 3, Fiscal Responsibility. ALTERNATIVES : Approve the License Amendment for use by Fredrick’s Karate & Fitness. Do not approve the License Amendment for use by Fredrick’s Karate & Fitness. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend the Board approve the License Amendment for use by Fredrick’s Karate & Fitness. FISCAL IMPACT : Cost avoidance of $13,419 DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared by Robert Oyer on behalf of Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer. Additional information may be obtained by calling Robert at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Signed Frederick's Karate License Agreement.pdf (121 KB) License Agree-Fredrick's Karate - Signed.pdf (348 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.09 Amendment to the License Agreement For Facility Use Between The School Board of Lake County, Florida and Educational Charter Foundation of Florida, Inc. (Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer) Fiscal Impact: Cost avoidance of $62,530 Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : On August 12 th, 2024, the Board entered into a License Amendment for use of Aurelia Cole Academy located at 150 Pitt St, Clermont, FL 34711 . In addition Minneola Horizon Academy located at 2101 Minneola Overlook Lane, Minneola, FL 34715 is also being requested for the 2025-2026 year. Board Policy 7510 – Use of District Facilities, allows for use of Lake County School’s facilities by members of the public. Educational Charter Foundation of Florida, Inc. wishes to extend this by amendment. This item supports Goal 3, Fiscal Responsibility ALTERNATIVES : Approve the License Amendment for use by Educational Charter Foundation of Florida, Inc. Do not approve the License Amendment for use by Educational Charter Foundation of Florida, Inc. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend the Board approve the Amendment to the License Agreement for Facility Use with Educational Charter Foundation of Florida, Inc. FISCAL IMPACT : Cost avoidance of $62,530 DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared by Robert Oyer on behalf of Scott Ward, Chief Financial Officer. Additional information may be obtained by calling Robert at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Signed Educational Charter Foundation 2025-2026 Signed.pdf (534 KB) License Agree-Educational Charter - Signed (1).pdf (408 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.10 Resolution to Release Petroleum and Mineral Rights for property previously owned by the Board of Public Instruction on CR 466A in Fruitland Park (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent), Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: In the 1950s, the School Board (then the Board of Public Instruction) briefly owned a piece of property on CR 466A in Fruitland Park that they then swapped with O.K. Strickland for adjacent property that was incorporated into the Leesburg High Ag Farm. An attempt to clear the title for the Leesburg High Ag Farm through Quit Claim Deed in 2012 may have clouded the title on this property. The buyer of the property, Vista Serena LLC, has requested that the Board formally release the petroleum and mineral rights that may be vested in the Board by Florida statute. Due to the size of the property and the proximity to development, it is unlikely that the rights to mine any minerals that may exist would ever be granted, so there is little risk to the Board in granting this release. This item supports Goal #3 of the School Board's Strategic Plan. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the Resolution to Release Petroleum and Mineral Rights for property previously owned by the Board of Public Instruction on CR 466A in Fruitland Park 2. Do not approve the Resolution to Release Petroleum and Mineral Rights for property previously owned by the Board of Public Instruction on CR 466A in Fruitland Park RECOMMENDATION : I recommend approval of the Resolution to Release Petroleum and Mineral Rights for property previously owned by the Board of Public Instruction on CR 466A in Fruitland Park FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact to the District resulting from this Release DATA SOURCE: This item was prepared by Kelly Randall, Executive Director of Facilities & Growth Planning. Additional information may be obtained by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments Resolution - Release Rights_Vista Serena_05022025(63972216.pdf (160 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.11 School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Agreement for the Silver Lake Estates Residential Development (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE: The First Amended Interlocal Agreement Between Lake County and Lake County School Board and Municipalities for School Planning and Siting states that “if the School Board determines that adequate capacity does not exist but that mitigation is an acceptable alternative, the development application will remain active pending the conclusion of the mitigation negotiation period.” On February 19, 2025, the applicant for the residential development project was notified that high school capacity was not available to serve the proposed residential development and was offered the option to mitigate for the needed capacity. Subsequently, the applicant agreed to mitigation as outlined in the Proportionate Share Mitigation Agreement. This item supports Goal #3 of the School Board's Strategic Plan by providing funding resources for future facilities and capital outlay needs. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve the proportionate share mitigation agreement for the Silver Lake Estates residential development. 2. Do not approve the proportionate share mitigation agreement for the Silver Lake Estates residential development. RECOMMENDATIONS: I recommend approval of the proportionate share mitigation agreement for the Silver Lake Estates residential development. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Heather Croney, Senior Planner, Growth Planning Department. For questions, please contact Heather at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Silver Lake Estates-Proportionate Share Mitigation Agreement-LCPS-6.23.25.pdf (8,873 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.12 Removal of Fixed Assets from Inventory (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: Fixed assets are items purchased for $1000.00 or more. The attached list contains items that cost centers are requesting to have removed from their inventory. These items are no longer of use to their cost center and will be picked up for surplus. First we look at the possibility of re-purposing them for another cost centers use. If there is no use to the school system they will be sent to auction. Computers are picked up at the Central Warehouse by our e-waste vendor that pays us for or obsolete computers. They are Florida State and Department of Defense approved to erase hard drives and recycle computer parts. This item supports Goal 3A items being disposition bring revenue or cost savings back to the District. Goal 5A keeping schools clear of clutter will promote safety. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Approve to remove requested items from inventory. 2. Do not approve to remove the requested items from inventory and continue storing the items. Continuing to store these items would take up additional space and could require an expenditure for storage trailers. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend that the Board approve the attached list of property dispositions. FISCAL IMPACT: Items sold will generate additional revenue from the auction and from the e-waste bid that pays us for our obsolete items. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Kristi Sayers, Property Control Specialist. Additional information may be obtained by calling Ms. Sayers at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Agenda for board 7_14_25.pdf (42 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 8. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-BUSINESS AND SUPPORT ITEMS Subject 8.13 Approval of the Settlement Agreement with Sterling Group, Inc. (Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent) Fiscal Impact: $304,518.67 from the General Fund Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: In 2024, the School Board contracted with Citory Solutions, LLC (“Citory”) to provide lightning, repairs, and improvements for Tavares Middle School, for a total contract value exceeding $200,000. However, Citory did not obtain a payment and performance bond as required by Section 255.05, Florida Statutes. Citory subcontracted the project to Sterling Group Inc. (“Sterling”), who completed the project. Citory has failed to pay Sterling under the subcontractor agreement. Sterling seeks to recover payment from the School Board in the negotiated amount of $304,518.67 on grounds that it is unable to recover from Citory, and Citory failed to obtain a payment and performance bond prior to commencement of the project, as required by Florida Statutes. It is recommended that the amount requested be paid to Sterling. The School Board will receive an assignment of Sterling’s rights to pursue Citory for the amount owed to Sterling. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the Settlement Agreement with Sterling Group, Inc. Do not approve the Settlement Agreement with Sterling Group, Inc. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend approval of the Settlement Agreement- Sterling Group Inc. FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact will be $304,518.67 from the General Fund. DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Chad Farnsworth, Deputy Superintendent. Any questions can be directed to Mr. Farnsworth by calling 352-253-6500. File Attachments Settlement Agreement-Sterling.pdf (279 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.01 Notification of Human Resources Action Items – will be available by the close of business on Wednesday prior to the meeting. (Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: All human resources action items shall be presented to the School Board for approval according to established policies and procedures. Approval is needed for the management of employment records and data according to established policies and procedures. (School Board Policy 6.10, 6.11, 6.111, 6.17, and F.S. 1012.23) This Agenda item supports Strategic Goal #1-Student Success, and Goal #2-Retention & Recruitment. It is beneficial to the students because high-performing and highly qualified employees are essential for delivering and supporting the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES : Approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. Not approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend that the Board approve the Human Resources Action Items as presented. FISCAL IMPACT: Without approval of Human Resources Action Items by the School Board, there would be no official documentation of School Board appointments, reappointments, transfers, resignations, and leaves for administrative, professional/managerial, instructional, and non-instructional employees. The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur continually with little or no budgetary impact, since terminations/leaves result in budgeted positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superintendent by Quiana Peterson, Director of Human Resources. Any questions or comments should be directed to her at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Board List 07.14.2025.pdf (125 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.02 Notification of Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools – will be available by the close of business on Wednesday prior to the meeting. (Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources) Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND and RATIONALE : All human resources action items shall be presented to the School Board for approval according to established policies and procedures. Approval is needed for the management of employment records and data according to established policies and procedures. (School Board Policy 6.10, 6.11, 6.111, 6.17, and F.S. 1012.23) This Agenda item supports Strategic Goal #1-Student Success, and Goal #2-Retention & Recruitment. It is beneficial to the students because high-performing and highly qualified employees are essential for delivering and supporting the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES : Approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . Not approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . RECOMMENDATION : I recommend that the Board approve the Human Resources Action Items for Conversion Charter Schools as presented . FISCAL IMPACT : Without approval of Human Resources Action Items by the School Board, there would be no official documentation of School Board appointments, reappointments, transfers, resignations, and leaves for administrative, professional/managerial, instructional, and non-instructional employees. The financial impact to the School District is absorbed within school, department, and grant budgets. Changes in employment status occur continually with little or no budgetary impact, since terminations/leaves result in budgeted positions being vacant and appointments/promotions result in budgeted positions being filled. DATA SOURCE : This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superintendent by Quiana Peterson, Director of Human Resources. Any questions or comments should be directed to her at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Charter Board List 07.14.2025.pdf (93 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 9. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-HUMAN RESOURCE ITEMS Subject 9.03 2024-2025 Annual Educational Equity Report (Guido Zamora, Asst. Superintendent Human Resources) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action (Consent) BACKGROUND AND RATIONALE : The Florida Educational Equity Act became law in June 1984, and the Implementing Rules 6A-19.001-19.010 were adopted by the State Board of Education in February 1985. The Equity Act was amended in 1993 to mandate stronger monitoring and enforcement for gender equity in athletics, and again in 2002 to clarify responsibilities for the K-20 education system. Each school district must submit the Annual Educational Equity Update. The Office of Equal Educational Opportunity (OEEO) will review and respond to the Annual Updates based upon the degree to which each report meets the requirements and conditions outlined in the Technical Assistance Manual. This agenda item supports all goals of the School Board’s Strategic Plan as equitable access and participation in district programs are essential to all students and to the mission of the School Board. ALTERNATIVES: Approve the 2024-2025 Lake District Annual Educational Equity Update. Do not approve the 2024-2025 Lake District Annual Educational Equity Update. RECOMMENDATION : I recommend the Board approve the 2024-2025 Lake District Annual Educational Equity Update. FISCAL IMPACT : There is no fiscal impact to approve the Annual Educational Equity Update. DATA SOURCE: The 2024-2025 Lake District Annual Educational Equity Update was prepared by David Meyers, Director, Compensation and Employee Relations, with input from the Human Resources Department, the District Athletic Director, the Choice, Charter & Community Education Department and the College & Career Readiness Department. This agenda item was prepared and submitted to the Superintendent by Guido Zamora, Assistant Superintendent Human Resources. Any questions or comments should be directed to David Meyers at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Equity Report.pdf (3,208 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation of the Consent Agenda Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 10. NEW BUSINESS-CONSENT AGENDA-SCHOOL ITEMS 11. DISCUSSION Subject 11.01 Public Hearing-Tentative Approval of New Policy 9271-Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The policy 9271-Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students is being brought for tentative approval per the Neola updates. Neola updates to address Federal or State legislation, court decisions that may necessitate policy revisions and/or actions of agencies at either the Federal or State level. If tentatively approved, the policy will be advertised in the Daily Commercial and brought to the Board for final approval at the Regular School Board Meeting, August 25, 2025. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Provide tentative approval of Policy 9271-Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students. 2. Do not provide tentative approval to Policy 9271-Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students and make revisions. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend the Board provide tentative approval of Policy 9271-Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students, as presented. FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact associated with tentative approval of the policy. DATA SOURCE: The policy was reviewed by Dr. Byfield, Director, Choice & Alternative Education and team, before being brought to the Board for their review. The proposed policy procedures can be found on the district website at: www.lake.k12.fl.us click on School Board tab then click on Proposed Policy Revisions. For questions regarding the policy, contact Dr. Byfield at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Policy 9271-Personalized Education Programs (PEP) Students.pdf (232 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 11. DISCUSSION Subject 11.02 Public Hearing-Final Approval of the 2025-2026 Student Progression Plan (Rob Feltner, Assistant Superintendent, Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: None Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The district Student Progression Plan (SPP) policy is updated annually to reflect legislative, Department of Education directives, District program and policy changes . The SPP received tentative approval at the Regular School Board meeting, June 09, 2025 . Following the required advertising period, the Student Progression Plan is being brought before the School Board for final approval. The 2025-2026 Student Progression Plan supports Goal # 1 Student Success of the School Board's Strategic Plan by providing clear guidelines to families and school personnel regarding promotion and graduation requirements . ALTERNATIVES: Provide final approval of the 2025-2026 Student Progression plan as presented . Do not provide final approval of the 2025-2026 Student Progression Plan as presented . RECOMMENDATION : I recommend final approval of the 2025-2026 Student Progression Plan as presented . FISCAL IMPACT: No funding is directly attached to the recommended policy changes . DATA SOURCE: This agenda item was prepared by Frances Y . Celis, Executive Director of Student Support Services . Additional information or questions may be obtained by calling her at 352-253-6500 or via email at celisf@lake . k12 . fl . us File Attachments 2025 2026 Student Progression Final.pdf (1,904 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Stephanie Luke. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 11. DISCUSSION Subject 11.03 Public Hearing-Final Approval of the 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide (Rob Feltner, Assistant Superintendent, Teaching, Learning & Leadership) Fiscal Impact: $10,000 from General Fund Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Action BACKGROUND and RATIONALE: The 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide is a district-wide school discipline plan to reduce inconsistency in discipline management and provide for the safe and supportive learning environment that promotes high quality academic success leading to college and career readiness. Each year the Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide Revision Committee meets to update current legislation and district practices in order to establish and maintain district-wide standards for student behaviors. These standards, when approved by the Board, become the policies that guide and direct the rights and responsibilities for the daily conduct of student discipline issues within our elementary, middle, and high schools. The Committee has recommended changes to clarify and update. Changes are noted by strikethroughs in red ink for deletions and underlined green ink for additions. The Board provided tentative approval at the Regular School Board Meeting, June 9, 2025. The 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide supports Goals 1, 4 and 5 of the School Board's Strategic Plan and is beneficial for the district because it exemplifies communication with stakeholders, compliance with School Board policies and meets statutory requirements. ALTERNATIVES: 1. Provide final approval of the 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide as the district-wide school discipline plan to reduce inconsistency in discipline management and provide for the safe and supportive learning environment that promotes high quality academic success. 2. Do not provide final approval of the 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide as the district-wide school discipline plan to reduce inconsistency in discipline management and provide for the safe and supportive learning environment that promotes high quality academic success. RECOMMENDATION: I recommend final approval of the 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide as the district-wide school discipline plan to reduce inconsistency in discipline management and provide for the safe and supportive learning environment that promotes high quality academic success. FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact is $10,000.00 from General Fund-Safety and Security Budget. In order to conserve resources, schools will not distribute paper copies of the 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide to every student; however, students will receive the information by having it read and/or viewed via projection from the classroom teacher. Printed copies will be provided if a parent requests a copy. This document will be placed on the Lake County Schools website for easy reference by students, parents, and stakeholders. DATA SOURCE: The 2025-2026 Code of Student Conduct & Policy Guide was reviewed by the committee, collaborating partners for sections, Regional Executive Directors, Assistant Superintendent of Teaching, Learning & Leadership, Superintendent, and School Board attorney. This agenda item was prepared by Carlos Celis, Administrative Coordinator of Safety and Security. Any questions or comments should be directed to Carlos Celis at 352-253-6500. File Attachments Revision List 5-28 tentative read 6 9 25.pdf (396 KB) 2024-2025 Code_of_Student_Conduct.pdf (5,168 KB) Motion & Voting to approve the recommendation Motion by Bill Mathias, second by Mollie Cunningham. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Bill Mathias, Stephanie Luke, Mollie Cunningham, Tyler Brandeburg 12. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT Subject 12.01 Superintendent's Report for July 14, 2025 Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type File Attachments 12. SUPERINTENDENT REPORT Subject 12.02 Letters of Condolence Meeting Jul 14, 2025 - Lake County Schools - Regular School Board Meeting-Revised Type Letters of Condolence were sent to the family of: Autumn Tussing, Teacher, Eustis Middle and daughter of Rebecca Tussing, Certified School Counselor, East Ridge High File Attachments 13. BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS 14. ADJOURNMENT