Motion to amend the agenda to include a review of the July Meeting Minutes.
By: Traquita Lee Seconded by: Mr. Wayne Dennis
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
DeKalb Preparatory Academy
Finance Committee
Regular Meeting - Thursday August 20th, 2026 @6:30 PM
Meeting Minutes
Attendance Summary
| Name | Status | Arrival Time | Departure Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Wayne Dennis | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Ms. KathyAnn Young | present Non-voting Administration | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Traquita Lee | present member | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Diane Mingo | present chair | On Time | At Adjournment |
| Dr. Brian Merritt | not present ex-officio | ||
| Mr. Malcom Brown | not present member |
Welcome and Call to Order
The meeting was called to the order and a quorum ascertained at 6:33 p.m.
Approval of Agenda
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
Motion to approve the July Meeting Minutes as printed.
By: Traquita Lee Seconded by: Mr. Wayne Dennis
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Review July Financial Statements
Audit discussion included the status of the audit. We reviewed the payroll accrual, Pension related journal entry, trial balance, general ledger and last years audit to discuss the corrective measures that took place last fiscal year.
Actions
The committee discussed several board actions. Those items discussed but not approved were:
Admin staff ipads – not moving forward with purchase until AVC has identified their needs. Must submit one full order for technology.
Bulldog Learning Lounge – tabled until further information is received for academic committee meeting
Landscape RFP was discussed as information. The RFP will run for 15 days.
Science tables – tabled. Awaiting new quote.
Paychex discussion surrounding a transition from ADP. The current cost analysis shows a $20,000 savings. This transition includes multiple health care options to choose from and increased dental benefits. The current support provided by ADP has been inconsistent and provides challenges to the team when trying to complete task. The transition will be from one PEO program to another PEO program.
Stephanie Caldwell salary adjustment
By: Traquita Lee Seconded by: Mr. Wayne Dennis
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Vanetta Vincent Richard - salary adjustment
By: Traquita Lee Seconded by: Mr. Wayne Dennis
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Ivan Vassall salary adjustment
By: Traquita Lee Seconded by: Mr. Wayne Dennis
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Jermaine Byrd - P/T Custodian
By: Mr. Wayne Dennis Seconded by: Traquita Lee
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
Kelly Byrd-P/T Custodian
By: Mr. Wayne Dennis Seconded by: Traquita Lee
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
15 Dell Pro laptops for staff
By: Mr. Wayne Dennis Seconded by: Ms. KathyAnn Young
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
HMH Additional Books
By: Traquita Lee Seconded by: Ms. KathyAnn Young
There was no notable discussion on the motion.
The Meeting was Adjourned
The meeting adjourned at approximately 7:27 pm
Motion to adjourn
By: Ms. KathyAnn Young Seconded by: Traquita Lee
There was no notable discussion on the motion.