Welcome and Call to Order

The meeting was Called to Order by Suzette Arnold at 8:30 p.m.

Ascertain a Quorum

Motion made by:                                 Roberta Walker

Motion seconded by:                           Janelle Wilhite 

Motion Carries:                                   Unanimous vote

Approval of Agenda

Ms. Arnold explained that this Special Called meeting is for the approval of DPA’s budget for the fiscal year 2023-24.

Matters Arising

Matters Arising

Ms. Arnold asked for any questions or discussion prior to moving to vote on the Budget as presented. There is a consensus from the board that this budget will not be approved this evening and will go back to Finance Committee for discussion, amendments and corrections. The budget will be presented at the June meeting for consideration and approval.

The board will not take action today. Ms. Arnold thanked Mr. Kayemba for reviewing the budget with the board. Mr. Kayemba will provide the list of all contractors (including employee contracts and those that have gone out for RFP). This information will be available for review at the Finance Committee. Discussion regarding the process being followed to secure contracts for the FY24 school year. Ms. Arnold reiterated that these contracts have to be reviewed, approved and budgeted for prior to the end of June. Ms. Wilhite stated that she wants to make sure that DPA is following the DPA Procurement process.

Executive Session

N/A

Any Other Business

None presented

Adjournment

Motion made by:                                 Roberta Walker

Motion seconded by:                           Maxine Wright 

Motion Carries:                                   Unanimous vote

The Meeting was Adjourned

The meeting adjourned at approximately 9:05 pm