FILE: DN

The Superintendent shall advise the School Board in the event that certain property is no longer needed for public school purposes. The Board may at such time as it deems proper and at its discretion declare that such property is no longer needed for public school purposes. Surplus equipment shall be advertised for sale and sold by bid to the highest bidder. Any items not sold shall be disposed of in the most appropriate manner available.

The Board may sell, lease, or otherwise dispose of, at public or private sale, for cash or on terms of credit, any school site, building, facility, or personal property which is not used, and in the judgement of the School Board, is not needed in the operation of any school or schools within its jurisdiction. Any such sale, lease or disposal of such school property shall be on such terms and conditions and for such consideration as the School Board shall prescribe.

Real estate that has been declared as no longer needed for public school purposes shall be disposed of as outlined below:

1. At least two (2) real estate appraisals shall be obtained reflecting the fair market value.

2. Local governmental authorities shall be notified that such property is no longer needed for school purposes and invited to submit a proposal if there is a need for such property.

3. Appropriate procedures shall be followed, as prescribed by state law for the sale of real estate.

4. Upon receipt of final bid, a recommendation will be made to the Superintendent for Board action.

SALE OF SURPLUS EQUIPMENT

The proceeds of sales of surplus equipment belonging to the Livingston Parish School Board shall be deposited into the Board's general fund.

Ref: La. Rev. Stat. Ann. §17:87.6, 44:891 et seq.; Board minutes, 6-77, 7-88.