Policy 6480 – Use of District Owned Cell Phones

The Board of Education recognizes that certain district employees will be required to carry district-owned cell phones in order to assist them in meeting position responsibilities.  Such phones shall be provided after considering other alternatives (e.g. pagers, radio) and determining that the cell phone is the most appropriate tool for the employee to utilize.

A list of position titles utilizing district owned cell phones shall be maintained in the Business Office and reported to the Board of Education for its approval each year at its reorganization meeting in July.  All cellular phone contracts shall be secured through the appropriate purchasing process and shall be subject to review and approval of the Board.

As with any district owned equipment, employees must take proper care of cell phones and take all reasonable precautions against damage, loss, or theft.  Any damage, loss, or theft must be reported immediately to the Business Administrator.  Since employees are responsible for the safe return of district owned cell phones, employees who use district owned cell phones may be liable for damages or loss that occur during the period of its use.

At least once per year, the Business Administrator shall evaluate and report to the Board on the cost and effectiveness of the district’s cellular telephone plan.

Adopted: 02/09/06