Superintendent reports Duval site progress, man‑trap security work and donated cosmetology equipment; board discusses vehicle and contract timing
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Superintendent update included construction progress at the Duval site, upcoming man‑trap installation, a cosmetology equipment donation for a future CTE program and donated furniture for Guyon Valley; board members asked administration to prepare a fleet‑vehicle recommendation and to check legal timing for the superintendent’s contract extension.
Superintendent updates given at the Dec. 2 meeting covered facility construction, security work and donated equipment for career programs.
The superintendent reported interior work at the new Duval site is progressing, with drywall and second‑floor fit‑out underway despite inclement weather. He said work on the man‑trap entrance at Lincoln County High School will begin over the Christmas break, noting the installation will be messy but will “pay huge dividends for the school and the safety of the school.”
The district secured cosmetology equipment valued at “a couple $100,000,” which the superintendent said will be stored until students move to the new building and the central office can be retrofitted to host a cosmetology CTE program. A local parent (Randy Catan) also arranged for waiting‑area furniture donations; much of that furniture will be sent to Guyon Valley.
Separately, board members discussed preparing a proposal to replace or upgrade the superintendent’s out‑of‑town vehicle. Board member Lucas noted the district’s current vehicles are older (examples given: a 2005 Explorer and a 2006 Impala) and suggested administration prepare options for all‑wheel or four‑wheel‑drive replacements. Members stressed cost and recommended avoiding luxury models; several asked administration to prepare a recommendation for board review.
Board members also revisited timing for reviewing or extending Superintendent Barnett’s contract. A member asked that staff consult with Miss Tyree to confirm the legal window for contract action so the board can schedule any discussions or extension in compliance with state requirements at an upcoming December meeting.
No formal board action was taken on fleet purchases or contract changes at this meeting; both were left for follow‑up work and possible future agenda items.