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A trustee moved to amend a prior motion to \"acknowledge that the MSC Police Department was previously approved and not documented in the minutes.\" The amendment was seconded and the board approved the acknowledgment. Trustees and staff then discussed guidance from a judge and materials from national organizations about policing in schools, including proposals to review discipline practices, collect data to detect bias, and ensure police officers perform roles consistent with district policy rather than school discipline duties. One trustee emphasized mentorship and non‑disciplinary programs; others raised concerns about increased incidents inside buildings despite having more officers.

On transportation and liability the board asked legal counsel and the district's insurance provider to clarify whether and how school police can transport juveniles, what staffing ratios are required for transport, whether cameras are needed in vehicles, and the district's insurance exposure. Trustees referenced a prior request from a judge about transportation protocols and asked staff to bring back insurance and operational guidance.

Votes at a glance: the board approved several items during the meeting.

- Motion to place cosmetology program on hold: moved, seconded and approved (vote recorded as carried).
- Approval to increase the contract amount for Wallace Electric (details in packet): motion carried; trustees asked staff to formalize contract amendment language before final paperwork.
- Approval of financial statements and routine consent and personnel items: motions carried as part of the consent agenda; trustees requested pay/compensation details be included in future documentation for transparency.

Why it matters: acknowledgment of the school police department triggers questions about policies, training, transport and budgeting; trustees said policy and handbook language should align with the department's defined role and that data on discipline and program outcomes be returned to the board.

Next steps: staff and counsel will draft recommended policies, provide insurance and liability guidance for juvenile transport, and return with a detailed memo on SRO duties and data-collection plans. The Wallace Electric contract amendment will be formalized in a corrected document before final execution.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","McComb School Board Meeting January 13, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","Trustees formally acknowledged the school police department's establishment, discussed SRO roles, transportation and liability, and approved several routine items including putting the cosmetology program on hold and increasing a contract for Wallace Electric.","taxTitle","MCCOMB SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Mississippi","taxId",48426,"location","Mississippi","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":77,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":78,"_41":79,"_43":80,"_45":81,"_47":82,"_49":83,"_51":84,"_53":85,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":86,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":87,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6384821,"Trustees table review of Edwin Kessler contract; board seeks scope, invoices and funding reconciliations",564,758000,1322000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2121161-9a45b45ac8017c29bb5341c3cea4e583&start=758&end=1322","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2121161-9a45b45ac8017c29bb5341c3cea4e583/thumbnail_758000.jpg","/articles/6384821/Mississippi/Trustees-table-review-of-Edwin-Kessler-contract-board-seeks-scope-invoices-and-funding-reconciliations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6384821-476f6de6606afaa2ea40dd7e81a835e7/orig.mp4?Expires=1770973672&Signature=B~2L1pItpyu0DJhmKxR8sfBEXA70fD9Icfikk1laSRINih0IbWxiisbFVojQcJ1x20eXiZ9EXYXquQvZEMH2k4QZ5Wm-6IlgV8sl3JY1Ry90VOjqD4KNytq~wFns9CseUpYSRS4~h1FleAGZMzB-U9-N5tZ8EDsvSgSZXftKWptlpP7bz3dh6U-4ONiTdjuTXNcr577KaOc0n9G~~l~mbqNBelKBj2IAZby44YF5-Zs-aCMVsx11njiAcC3KN41MdlRd59D8x4hTKTI39K6ZsfGQ3Vuz8FVKskQYpoUIYFlnCMmXQ~2qe6QRdeQwSXPhselMhYXPQb0gYutH9IOMiA__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Trustees raised concerns about the district's contract and payment records for a major facilities project carried out under an architectural/contracting arrangement that the board discussed under an agenda amendment.

A trustee told the board the \"original contract that was drafted and approved by the board, does not have a clear indication as to the scope of work. The terms of payment, there's no warranty information\" and said attachments and bid documents from 2021 appear not to be included with the present contract packet. The item on the agenda was described as \"discussion of Edwin Kessler's contract and invoices\" (agenda language); trustees repeatedly said they could not locate a written scope of work within the contract as circulated.

Trustees said the underlying bids appear to have been solicited in October 2021, and some members said payments and budgeting since then have not clearly separated what portions of work federal funds (ESSER-related) should cover versus district-funded portions for facilities not serving students. One trustee said the project \"was completely budgeted from federal programs\" and cited a total project figure in discussion, but board members also described inconsistent figures in the materials and said the minutes and contract attachments did not show the scope or exhibit attachments.

Why it matters: Board members said the district is responsible for proper use of federal funds and taxpayers' dollars and that missing scope and exhibit documentation prevents trustees from confirming what work was approved, what remains to be paid, and who is financially responsible for non-allowable facilities. Several trustees referenced prior audits and concerns about unapproved contracts or missing approvals in earlier years.

What the board asked for: trustees voted to table further discussion of the contract and invoices and directed superintendent staff and the district attorney to compile and circulate: (1) the original solicitation/bid documents (October 2021), (2) the full contract file including exhibit B and attachments, (3) a reconciliation of payments and drawdowns tied to the project since 2021, and (4) any attorney memos about federal-allowable expenses. Trustees said they would reconvene—by special meeting if needed—once that documentation is available.

Ending: No payments or contract amendments were approved. The board set a follow-up to review the requested documentation and asked staff to consider inviting the architect/contractor to a future meeting if that helps resolve outstanding questions.","Board members said the construction contract tied to district HVAC and facility work lacks an explicit written scope and clear funding splits; trustees voted to table further action and requested full contract documentation, exhibit attachments and a payment reconciliation.",{"_33":89,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":90,"_41":91,"_43":92,"_45":93,"_47":94,"_49":95,"_51":96,"_53":97,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":98,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":99,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":72,"_73":74,"_75":74},6384826,"Board tables request to remove reverter clause on O'Neble School property",104,184000,288000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2121161-9a45b45ac8017c29bb5341c3cea4e583&start=184&end=288","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2121161-9a45b45ac8017c29bb5341c3cea4e583/thumbnail_184000.jpg","/articles/6384826/Mississippi/Board-tables-request-to-remove-reverter-clause-on-ONeble-School-property","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6384826-0f2ea4eb0cf1e01b69769dc9adb035dd/orig.mp4?Expires=1770973672&Signature=SVYa6lAa~uTDueLvy63wPZKkI393~i4iH5Eq-sRhStrnDAnDRUesgVew7Jp1NTngD8yXkIEu~3BICL0ffpCSJMF42UFFz~zTH-OSYpmFCP0~faxXbXtJhoin7OcDsO9rW2QCE0Wed6XTipbgsKejBoQodvKALnO4NPXjtbpn~6EX92psjsBes7AaoxONpF1N24YPMSCDMr75gWHnx7wifVicPL-4YPKZEo0shORMYUZiuBHv1ILcU818594sUwDDL1JzLomJYwecjAtjcBJnLggp8TJTxpUSlKI16IlkOu1MSodLfGiuczJWObOXiNxFmuq9ttjFyWSDTFnV4QXcXQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","Mayor Guadalaju told the McComb School District Board of Trustees that the city is seeking removal of a deed restriction on the O'Neble School property at 1025 Posit Place so the Boys and Girls Club can make improvements.

The property, Mayor Guadalaju said, was deeded by the school board to the city in 1988 and includes a reverter clause requiring that the site be used for a public purpose or return to the board of trustees. \"What I come to talk to you about is what is known as the O'Neble School property. The physical location is 1025 Posit Place, Macomb, Mississippi,\" the mayor said, and explained the parcel identification information and that a metal building previously used by the Boys and Girls Club sits on the site.

Board members said they could not act immediately because they needed confirmation that the district and city attorneys had exchanged documents and reviewed the deed. One trustee moved to remove the reverter clause \"under the conditions that the attorneys have looked at it,\" and another offered a substitute motion to table the item until counsel had confirmed communication and reviewed the paperwork. Trustees agreed to table the matter so the district attorney and the city attorney can examine the deed and confer.

Why it matters: trustees and staff said the Boys and Girls Club cannot proceed with planned improvements while the reverter clause remains in place, so removing or modifying the clause could enable the nonprofit to invest in the building. Board members repeatedly stressed that legal review is required because state statutes and deed language can limit the district's ability to change prior conveyances.

What the board asked for: trustees directed staff to obtain and circulate the deed, any attachments or exhibits, and to confirm whether the district attorney (and city counsel) had reviewed the materials. Several trustees said a special meeting could be called if attorneys determine the deed can be changed quickly; otherwise the matter will return to a future agenda with attorney guidance.

Documents and next steps: trustees asked that attorneys provide a written memo and that the school and city attorneys confirm whether the reverter clause is required under any statutory or grant conditions before any deed amendment is approved. No formal removal or conveyance occurred at the meeting; the item was tabled.

Ending: Board members said they will notify the mayor's office once counsel has reviewed the deed and that a brief follow-up will be scheduled when the legal position is clear.","A public participant asked the board to remove a deed 'reverter' clause so the Boys and Girls Club can receive the O'Neble School site; trustees voted to table the matter until attorneys review records and communicate.","actionData","errors"]

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