The Natalia ISD School Board voted at its December 13 meeting to reorganize itself, appointing Eric Smith President and Tiffany Rodriguez Vice President in a reversal of decisions made at the November meeting.
Rodriguez opened the Dec. 13 meeting in her role as President, and a motion by Secretary Gordon Gentry and member Andrew Besa to reorganize the Board passed with support from Rodriguez, Smith, and members Mireya Vanderslice and Fernando Garza. Member Paul Almendarez voted against the motion.
Gentry then nominated Smith for President, while Almendarez nominated Rodriguez to remain in the role. Smith was appointed to the position 4-3, garnering support from Gentry, Besa, Garza, and himself.
Rodriguez was then appointed Vice President.
The Board had previously voted to install Rodriguez as President and Smith as Vice President during the Nov. meeting.
No discussion was held regarding the decision to reorganize.
NJHS gym renovations
Derek Bird of construction management firm AGCM, Inc. informed the Board that bid solicitation for competitive sealed proposals for the junior high gym renovation is scheduled to begin on January 19, 2022.
The deadline for bids is February 16.
Planned renovations include replacing the stage with a dedicated junior high weight room; relocating the junior high locker room to the gymnasium; improving energy code and ADA compliance; and improving the gym’s aesthetic appearance.
Next meeting
The next Regular Board meeting is scheduled for Monday, Jan. 10.
Look for more from the Dec. 13 meeting in next week’s edition of The Devine News.
By Marly Davis
Staff Writer