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Regular Board Meeting
Natomas USD
April 11, 2012 5:45PM
1901 Arena Blvd.
Sacramento, California 95834
Closed Session: 5:45 pm Open Session: 7:00 pm

0. OPEN SESSION
Minutes:
Board President Lisa Kaplan called the meeting to order at 5:45 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL
Minutes:
Teri Burns, Sue Heredia, Lisa Kaplan and Bruce Roberts were present. Jules Tran arrived at approximately 6:05 p.m.
2. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION
Minutes:
President Kaplan announced that the Board was going into Closed Session to consider student expulsion matters, conference with legal counsel regarding one case of anticipated litigation, consider one public employee matter pursuant to AR 1312.1, and discuss the Superintendent's Evaluation.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
3.1. PUBLIC COMMENTS PROCEDURE: The Board of Trustees welcomes the public's participation at Board Meetings and has devoted time in the meeting for that purpose. The Board requests that you fill out a Public Comment card and turn it in to the Superintendent's Assistant. Your name will be called under the appropriate agenda item or Public Comment section of the agenda. Presentations from the public are limited to two (2) minutes regarding any item that is within the Board's subject matter jurisdiction. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. Please note that Government Code Section 54954.2(a) limits the ability of Board Members to respond to public comments. In addition, the Board may not take action on any item which is not on this agenda except as authorized by Government Code 54954.2.Confidential agenda item.
4. CLOSED SESSION
4.1. CLOSED SESSION PROCEDURE: There are a number of exceptions to the requirement that the public business is done in public. The Legislature has articulated these exceptions because of public necessity for confidentiality or because an open disclosure would violate the privacy rights of an employee or a pupil. Confidential agenda item.
4.2. Government Code 54962 Stipulated Expulsion No. 2011-2012 HHConfidential agenda item.
Summary
Brent Johnson, Director - Student Services
4.3. Government Code 54962 Stipulated Expulsion No. 2011-2012 IIConfidential agenda item.
Summary
Brent Johnson, Director - Student Support Services
4.4. Government Code 54962 Stipulated Expulsion No. 2011-2012 JJConfidential agenda item.
Summary
Brent Johnson, Director - Student Services
4.5. Government Code 54937.6 Conference with Legal Counsel regarding One Case of Anticipated Litigation
Prepared By
Lynn Carli, Administrative Secretary, Superintendent's Office
Summary
Dr. Walt Hanline, Interim Superintendent
4.6. Government Code 54957.6 Conference with Labor Negotiator - District Representative: Dr. Walt Hanline. Employee Organizations: Natomas Teachers Association and California School Employees Association; Unrepresented Employees: Certificated Management, Certificated Unrepresented Employees, Classified/Supervisory Management, Confidential and Unrepresented Specialist EmployeesConfidential agenda item.
Summary
Dr. Walt Hanline, Interim Superintendent
4.7. Public Employee Discipline Dismissal Release (Pursuant to Admin. Regulation 1312.1)
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Department
Human Resources
 
4.8. Superintendent's Evaluation
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Summary
Board of Trustees
Department
Board of Trustees
 
5. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION 7:00 PM
Minutes:
President Kaplan reconvened Open Session at 7:00 p.m.
6. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE AND ROLL CALL
Minutes:
Teri Burns, Sue Heredia, Lisa Kaplan, Bruce Roberts and Jules Tran were present. Student Board Member Brian Levingston was absent.
7. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
Minutes:
President Kaplan announced that no action was taken during Closed Session.
8. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Minutes:
Burns moved to approve the agenda. Tran seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0.
9. REPORTS, PRESENTATIONS AND CELEBRATIONS
9.1. MATHLEAGUE.ORG Elementary School NorCal District Contest
Prepared By
Pat Hargreaves, Administrative Assistant - Educational Services Department
Summary
Janet Handley, Assistant Superintendent - Educational Services Department
Department
Educational Services
 
Minutes:
The Board recognized students in Kristy Mason-Campisi?s class at Witter Ranch Elementary School who competed and placed in the MATHLEAGUE.ORG Elementary School NorCal District competition held on March 10, 2012. In the NorCal District competition, Camille Zhang placed 3rd overall and earned herself a place in the State Math League Competition which will be held in May.
Discussion
SACMATH (Sacramento Area Competitions in Mathematics) was formed with the goal of providing opportunities for students to challenge themselves and others in mathematical contests. Math contests can help build problem-solving skills, provide academic challenges for students at all levels, help students to undercover and improve their mathematical abilities, and enable mathematically strong students to be rewarded for their abilities. Two students from Witter Ranch Elementary School, Camille Zhang and Shivam Patel, qualified to compete in the MATHLEAGUE.ORG Elementary School NorCal District competition held on March 10, 2012. They qualified through their performance in the 1st SACMATH contest held earlier this year. In the initial competition, Ms. Kristy Mason-Campisi?s class earned a 3rd place overall award. In the NorCal District competition, Camille Zhang placed 3rd overall and earned herself a place in the State Math League Competition which will be held in May! Shivam Patel placed 6th overall for 4th graders. Congratulations to these students on their accomplishments.
9.2. Natomas Middle School - Sac State / UC Davis MESA Competition Participants
Prepared By
Pat Hargreaves, Administrative Assistant - Educational Services Department
Summary
Janet Handley, Assistant Superintendent - Educational Services Department
Department
Educational Services
 
Minutes:
The Board recognized students in Fernando Cruz's class at Natomas Middle School who participated in the Sac State/UC Davis MESA competition held at Sac State on March 17, 2012. Angel Hernandez took 1st place in middle school Geometry and will be a delegate representing the entire Sac State/UC Davis MESA in Geometry at the MESA Regional Competition hosted by San Jose State University.
Discussion
Several Natomas Middle School (NMS) students participated in the Sac State/UC Davis MESA competition held at Sac State on March 17, 2012. A variety of competitions are available for students to compete in. Some of the competitions included are mousetrap cars, Popsicle stick bridges, Lego Robotics, gliders, egg drops, and science speeches. Our students represented themselves and NMS respectfully. They were competing against others schools throughout the Sacramento area who had 4 more months to prepare for this competition. Their determination in completing their projects and showing competitive sportsmanship at the competition was impressive. In addition to the projects that students entered, there was also a solo mathematics competition that each student participated in. I am extremely proud to announce that our NMS student, Angel Hernandez, took 1st place in middle school Geometry! Angel will be a delegate representing the entire Sac State/UC Davis MESA in Geometry at the MESA Regional Competition hosted by San Jose State University on April 7, 2012. Their teacher, Fernando Cruz, is especially proud of his students and looks forward to competing again next year. MESA Participants Ricardo Aficial Rica Baccay Harsahib Bains Malachite Andrade Dylan Chima-Sanchez Anthony Cook Jaelene Diggs Allison Garcia Rigoberto Gonzalez Angel Hernandez Ashley Holland Jose Justo Garcia Matisse Leathers Kunal Prasad Jenia Robinson Alize Sarmiento Matthew Thor Christian Wilson Adam Wolf Teyahja Wysinger D?Angelo Carias Peter Alcantar We wish to acknowledge and congratulate all the students who participated.
9.3. Welcome and Introduction of Chris Evans, Superintendent of Natomas Unified School District, effective June 1, 2012
Prepared By
Lynn Carli, Administrative Secretary ?Superintendent?s Office
Summary
Dr. Walt Hanline, Interim Superintendent
Department
Superintendent?s Office
 
Minutes:
The Board welcomed and introduced Chris Evans as the new Superintendent effective June 1, 2012. Mr. Evans comes from Fresno Unified where he was the Associate Superintendent. Prior to working in Fresno Unified, he worked in Elk Grove Unified as a high school principal. Mr. Evans is an alumnus of Sacramento State.
10. COMMUNICATIONS
10.1. California School Employees Association (CSEA)
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Summary
Heidi Brogan, President
Minutes:
No report.
10.2. Natomas Teachers Association
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Summary
Kristen Rocha, President
Minutes:
Kristen Rocha, NTA President, welcomed Chris Evans and thanked the Board for looking carefully for the next Superintendent. Rocha expressed concern with the time allotment for a limited number of public comments related to a specific item during Public Comments and pushing the remainder of the comments to the end of the meeting. She suggested looking at ways people can connect with the Board, such as holding earlier meetings, and meeting with teachers as they've done in the past. Rocha expressed concern for the cost of having attorneys attend the board meetings and suggested asking legal counsel questions prior to the meeting. Rocha spoke in support of public schools and in opposition of monies being leaked to the charter schools. Rocha presented the idea of parental involvement in the classrooms.
10.3. Superintendent's Report
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Minutes:
Dr. Hanline stated that he had been on vacation.
10.4. Student Board Member Report
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Minutes:
Brian Levingston was absent.
10.5. Board Members
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Minutes:
Bruce Roberts noted how he enjoyed attending the Regional Science Fair. He announced the upcoming Creek Week - clean up day in North Natomas. It is an opportunity to volunteer in the community. With regard to communication, Jules Tran noted that email is also a good source of communication. Teri Burns noted that she attended the CSBA Conference regarding policy manuals and updates. Lisa Kaplan reiterated the importance of the public having the opportunity to attend board meetings and hear the Board collaborating on district matters at a reasonable hour. She explained that if there were more than ten people wanting to speak on an individual item, ten names would be drawn to speak during the Public Comments section; the remainder would be heard before the meeting ends.
11. PUBLIC COMMENTS
11.1. PUBLIC COMMENTS PROCEDURE: The Board of Trustees welcomes the public's participation at Board Meetings and has devoted time in the meeting for that purpose. The Board requests that you fill out a Public Comment card and turn it in to the Superintendent's Assistant. Your name will be called under the appropriate agenda item or Public Comment section of the agenda. Presentations from the public are limited to two (2) minutes regarding any item that is within the Board's subject matter jurisdiction. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. Please note that Government Code Section 54954.2(a) limits the ability of Board Members to respond to public comments. In addition, the Board may not take action on any item which is not on this agenda except as authorized by Government Code 54954.2.
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Minutes:
The following NP3 students spoke in support of the multi-school athletic agreement and asked the Board to reconsider their decision to end the agreement: Asal Akhtar, Rachael Wright, and Justen Wright. Wyatt Hurd, parent, commented on the low API scores in comparison to the state. He suggested considering using tablets and Ipads in elementary classes. Cynthia Connell, teacher, welcomed Chris Evans as the new Superintendent and stated that she looked forward to establishing a collaborative relationship with him that NTA has not experienced with the Interim Superintendent. Connell expressed concern regarding the reduced time for public comments stating that people want the Board to hear what they have to say. Ryan Henson, student, suggested holding the meetings earlier and also having separate meetings with students.
12. PUBLIC HEARINGS
12.1. Public Notice and Hearing on the District?s Proposal for Negotiations with CSEA, Chapter 745 for the 2012-2013 School Year
Prepared By
Lynn Carli, Administrative Secretary ?Superintendent?s Office
Summary
Dr. Walt Hanline, Interim Superintendent
Action Required
The Board is asked to hold a Public Hearing and approve the District?s proposal for negotiations with CSEA, Chapter 745 for the 2012-2013 school year.
Department
Superintendent's Office
 
Minutes:
There were no public comments. Roberts moved to close the Public Hearing, Burns seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0
Discussion
The hearing will allow the public to comment on the District?s proposal for negotiations with CSEA, Chapter 745 for the 2012-2013 school year.
Attachments:
NUSD 2012-13 Negotiations with CSEA
12.2. Public Notice and Hearing on the District?s Proposal for Negotiations with the Natomas Teachers Association for the 2012-2013 School Year
Prepared By
Lynn Carli, Administrative Secretary ?Superintendent?s Office
Summary
Dr. Walt Hanline, Interim Superintendent
Action Required
The Board is asked to hold a Public Hearing and approve the District?s proposal for negotiations with the Natomas Teachers Association for the 2012-2013 school year.
Department
Superintendent?s Office
 
Minutes:
There were no public comments. Roberts moved to close the Public Hearing. Burns seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0.
Discussion
The hearing will allow the public to comment on the District?s proposal for negotiations with the Natomas Teachers Association for the 2012-2013 school year.
Attachments:
NUSD 2012-13 Negotiations with NTA
12.3. Public Hearing Regarding the Public Disclosure, in accordance with AB 1200, between the Natomas Unified School District and Unrepresented Employees
Prepared By
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Summary
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Department
Business Services
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
The ongoing additional costs, after taking into account the associated restructure, are estimated to be $112,600. This amount represents approximately 2.3% of total unrepresented compensation, which impacts the budget by approximately .2% (two-tenths of one percent). The $112,600 is derived by taking into account the net costs associated with the total reorganization of $181,000, additional step costs of $96,600, less estimated net savings of $165,000 due to reducing the need of contracting out for various special education services.
Minutes:
There were no public comments. Roberts moved to closed the Public Hearing. Heredia seconded the motion. Motion passed 5-0.
Discussion
Before a public school employer enters into a written agreement with an exclusive representative covering matters within the scope of representation, the major provisions of the agreement, including, but not limited to, the costs that would be incurred by the public school employer under the agreement for the current and subsequent fiscal years, shall be disclosed at a public meeting of the public school employer in a format established for this purpose by the Superintendent of Public Instruction. In order to ensure transparency to the community, the same disclosure has been prepared relating to unrepresented employees.
Attachments:
2011-12 M C Reorganization AB 1200
13. CONSENT ITEMS
13.1. CONSENT ITEM PROCEDURE: Generally, routine items are approved by one motion without discussion. The Superintendent or Board member may request that an item be pulled from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately.
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
13.2. Approve the Consent Calendar
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the Consent Calendar
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve the Consent Calendar - Motion made by B. Teri Burns and a seconded by Susan Heredia.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Superintendent's Office
 
13.3. Approve Payroll and Claims for March 2012
Prepared By
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Summary
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Action Required
Approve the Payroll and Claims for March 2012.
Department
Business Services
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
As shown.
Discussion
The individual funds' warrant registers and the funds' expenditure summaries are attached.
Attachments:
March 2012 Fund Report
March 2012 Warrant Registers
13.4. Approve the Personnel Items
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the personnel items.
Department
Human Resources
 
Discussion

Administrative New Hire: Daniel Motherspaw, IHS, 1.0 FTE, Assistant Principal, Effective: July 1, 2012, Salary Placement:  Range 6 Step 1; Amreek Singh, HE, .5 FTE, Assistant Principal (.5 Reduction in Homeless Liaison Position), Effective: March 1, 2012, Salary Placement: Range 28 Step 6 

Classified Management Retirement: Diane Borrecco, Personnel Coordinator, 1 FTE, Effective: June 30, 2012

Classified Management Resignation: Anita Schwab, Director of Financial Services, 1 FTE, Effective: March 30, 2012

Classified New Hire: Maria Ilena Bach, Instructional Assistant II/SPED, AL, 6.0 hrs, Classified Salary Schedule: Range 11, Step 5, Effective: March 19, 2012. Shawna Fadden, School Secretary I, TR, 8.0 hrs, Classified Salary Schedule: Range 12, Step3, Effective: March 12, 2012

Classified Transfer: Karie Arndt; Administrative Secretary, 1 FTE, Transportation to Educational Options & Categorical Programs, Effective: March 21, 2012; Linda Benuto, Office Specialist III, 1 FTE, Food Services to Human Resource Technician I, 1 FTE, Effective: March  22, 2012; Omega Brewer, Human Resource Technician II, 1 FTE to School Secretary III, 1 FTE, Inderkum High School, Effective: March 21, 2012;  Tami DeMeyer, Administrative Secretary, 1 FTE, Special Education to Human Resource Technician I, to Human Resources, Effective: March 26, 2012;  Maria Garcia, Custodian, 1 FTE, Natomas Park Elementary to H. Allen Hight, Effective: March 26, 2012; Celeste Garden, Administrative Secretary,  1 FTE, Categoricals to Curriculum and Instruction, Effective: March 21, 2012;  Christine Griffin, Administrative Assistant, 1 FTE, Educational Services, to Facilities and Planning , Effective: March 19, 2012; Aaron Johnson, Food Service Team Leader, 8.0 hrs, Service Center to Natomas High School, Effective: March 28, 2012; Patricia Hargreaves, Administrative Assistant, 1 FTE, Facilities and Planning, to Educational Services, Effective: March 19, 2012;  Kelley Kelly, Administrative Secretary, 1 FTE, Financial Services to Student Services, Safe Routes to School & Community Relations, Effective: March 21, 2012;  Linda Kiyama, Student Assistant, HAH, 6.0 hrs, to Instructional Assistant/SPED, AL, 6.0 hrs, Effective: March 19, 2012; Jenean Layne, Administrative Secretary, 1 FTE, Educational Services to Special Education, Effective: March 21, 2012; Leroy Whitaker, Custodian, 1FTE, Split Two Rivers Elementary and Natomas Middle School, to Two Rivers Elementary School, Effective: March 26, 2012

Classified Retirement: Deborah Diggs, Registrar, Effective; June 30, 2012

Classified Resignation: Charlene Henderson, Accounting Technician I, 1 FTE, Effective: March 30, 2012

Classified 39-month Rehire List: Irene Ramirez, Bus Driver, 7.0 hrs, Effective: March 29, 2012.

Certificated Substitute New Hire: Renetta Buckner, Effective: March 9, 2012; Sylvia Henderson-Hailes, Effective: February 27, 2012; Dillon Kaiser, Effective: March 12, 2012; Steven Russi, Effective: March 20, 2012; Don Spencer, Effective: February 28, 2012; Deborah Watson, Effective: March 22, 2012

Classified Substitute New Hire: Norelco Carriveau, Effective: March 12, 2012; Charlotte Quintero, Effective: February 29, 2012; Keith Stewart, Effective: February 22 , 2012; Kristine Wolff, Effective: March 1, 2012

Classified Substitute Resignation: Kamara Licea, Effective: March 6, 2012
13.5. Approve the March 12, 2012 Special Board Meeting Minutes; March 14, 2012 Regular Board Meeting Minutes; and March 27, 2012 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the March 12, 2012 Special Board Meeting Minutes; March 14, 2012 Regular Board Meeting Minutes; and March 27, 2012 Regular Board Meeting Minutes.
Department
Superintendent's Office
 
13.6. Approve Acceptance of Donations as Submitted
Prepared By
Brenda Monson, Administrative Assistant - Business Services
Summary
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Action Required
Approve acceptance of donations as submitted.
Department
Business Services
 
Discussion

The District strongly advocates educational partnerships.  We appreciate and recognize the following individuals for being part of our team and thank them for their generosity.

ACADEMIC TALENT DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM: A scholarship certificate valued at $400 was donated for a NUSD secondary student to participate in the Academic Talent Development Program. The recipient of the scholarship certificate will be determined by district administration.

NUSD HOMELESS SERVICES: Donations received for the Natomas Unified School District Homeless Services Program:

$100 Adventure Christian Church

NATOMAS PARK ELEMENTARY: Donations received for Natomas Park Elementary School:

$50 Bud?s Plumbing Service; $100 Lyon Real Estate (Marsha Bateson); $100 Lyon Real Estate (Michael & Holly Brickner); $100 Natomas Automotive and $300 Nutrishop Natomas

Item Donated

Value

Donor Name
Ice Cream Cake Certificate

$  29

 Cold Stone Creamery
Child?s Haircut & Gift Basket

$  40

 Cool Cuts 4 Kids
1-year Membership Certificate

$120

 Fitness 19
Haircut & Style Certificate

$  40

 Hair by Bobby at Papillon Salon
Haircut & Style Certificate

$  40

 Hair by Sammy at Papillon Salon
Haircut & Style Certificate

$  40

 Hairlicious Salon
Limousine Service Certificate

$300

 Lakeshore Pacific Limousine
Meal for Two Certificate

$  35

 Mimi?s Caf?
Trivex Lens Certificate

$254

 Natomas Optometry
Spa Day Package Certificate

$162

 Planet Beach
1 Pedicure Certificate

$  35

 Papillon Salon
1 Manicure Certificate

$  18

 Papillon Salon
1 Hair Style Certificate

$  40

 Papillon Salon
1 Lunch Bento Box & California Roll Certificate

$  10

 Sushi Elite
Dinner for Two Certificate

$  35

 Tres Hermanas

                                               

NATOMAS HIGH SCHOOL

Starbucks donated coffee valued at $35 to Natomas High School.

Lynda Olander donated $250 designated as a scholarship for a graduating student to be identified by the Principal at Natomas High School.
13.7. Approve a Revision to the Job Description for Coordinator of School Site Services
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve a revision to the job description for Coordinator of School Site Services.
Department
Human Resources
 
Attachments:
Job Description for Coordinator of School Site Services
13.8. Approve a Revision to the Job Description for Custodial Supervisor
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve a revision to the job description for Custodial Supervisor.
Department
Human Resources
 
Attachments:
Job Description for Custodial Supervisor
13.9. Approve a Revision to the Job Description for Director of Early Childhood
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve revisions to the job description for Director of Early Childhood.
Department
Human Resources
 
Attachments:
Job Description for Director of Early Childhood
13.10. Approve a Revision to the Job Description for Director of Information Technology
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve a revision to the job descrption for Director of Information Technology.
Department
Human Resources
 
Attachments:
Job Description for Director of Information Technology
13.11. Approve a Revision to the Job Description for Personnel Coordinator
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve revisions to the job description for Personnel Coordinator.
Department
Human Resources
 
Attachments:
Job Description for Personnel Coordinator
13.12. Approve a Revision to the Job Description for Social Worker Liaison
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve revisions to the job description for Social Worker Liaison.
Department
Human Resources
 
Attachments:
Job Description for Social Worker Liaison
13.13. Approve the Agreement with Education Funding Partners
Prepared By
Lynn Carli, Administrative Secretary ? Superintendent?s Office
Summary
Dr. Walt Hanline, Interim Superintendent
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the attached agreement between Natomas Unified School District and Education Funding Partners.
Department
Superintendent?s Office
 
Discussion
This item was presented at the March 27, 2012 Regular Board meeting as an Information and Discussion Item.
Attachments:
Education Funding Partners Agreement
13.14. Approve the January 1, 2012 through March 31, 2012 Williams Act Report
Prepared By
Sara Morabito, Director - Educational Programs
Summary
Sara Morabito, Director - Educational Programs
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the January 1, 2012 through March 31, 2012 Williams Act Report.
Department
Educational Services
 
Discussion
As a result of the Williams v. State of California case in 2000, districts are required to report to the local county offices of education: the overall condition of school facilities, the number of teacher misassignments, the availability of textbooks or instructional materials, and the availability of intensive instruction (up to two years after 12th grade) for students who did not pass the California High School Exit Exam (CAHSEE) by the end of their senior year. Our District is required to submit quarterly reports to the Sacramento County Office of Education on the number of Williams Uniform Complaints filed with our District in the four areas previously listed. For the period of January 1, 2012 through March 31, 2012, there were no compliance issues in the following areas: -Sufficiency of textbooks -Emergency of school facilities issues -Vacancy or misassignment of teachers -CAHSEE/Intensive Instruction
13.15. Approve the 2012 Special Education Extended School Year (ESY) Program
Prepared By
Julie Kehoe, Director - Special Education
Summary
Julie Kehoe, Director - Special Education
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the 2011 Special Education Extended School Year program.
Department
Special Education
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
Estimated Cost from Special Education Funds - $90,000.00
Discussion

Extended School Year Program

Students in the Severly Handicapped (SH) Special Day Class (SDC) classes, the Independent Living Skills class, and the Natomas High School Adult Transition program are eligible to attend the Extended School Year ("ESY") program, per their Individual Education Plans (IEPs). These students have unique needs and require special education and related services in excess of the regular academic year. The special education and related services offered during the ESY program are comparable in standards, scope and quality to the special education program offered during the regular academic year per 5 CCR 3043. Up to 155 students may attend the 2012 ESY program.

The related services of Speech and Language, Adapted PE, and Occupational Therapy will also be provided to students according to their current IEPs.

Calendar

Total number of teacher work days: 21

Teacher work days: June 14 and June 15, 2012

First day for students: June 18, 2012

Last day for students: July 13, 2012

Holiday: July 4, 2012

Location and Hours

H. Allen Hight Elementary/Natomas Middle School

3200 North Park Drive

Sacramento, CA  95835

 

Student hours: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Teacher hours: 7:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Staffing

Principal (1) - 1/2 daily rate for 30 days.

School Secretary III (1) - up to $24.08 per hour, not to exceed 4.5 hours per day for 24 days.

Teachers (up to 12) - $35.00 per hour, for 4.5 hours per day, for 21 days. The number of Teachers hired will be based upon student enrollment at an average class size of not more than 12 students.

Instructional Assistants (up to 27) - $12.53 - $18.55 per hour, not to exceed 4 hours per day, for 19 days. The number of Instructional Assistants hired will be based on student enrollment and classroom staffing ratios during the regular school year (2 or 3 per classroom.)

Student Assistants (up to 6) - $11.53 - $17.07 per hour, not to exceed 4 hours per day, for 19 days. The number of Student Assistants hired will be based on ESY attendance of students who require the support of a Student Assistant per their IEP.

Speech and Language Pathologist(s) - (1 or 2 depending on the student enrollment and need) - $90.00 per hour, for 4.5 hours per day, for 20 days.

Occupational Therapist (1) - $100.00 per hour, for 4.5 hours per day, for 20 days.

School Nurse (1) - $35.00 per hour, for 4.5 hours per day, for 21 days.

 
13.16. Approve the 2012 Kindergarten Transitions Summer Camp Staffing
Prepared By
Pat Hargreaves, Administrative Assistant ? Educational Services
Summary
Christine Smith, Director ? Early Childhood
Action Required
The Board is asked to Approve the Kindergarten Transitions Summer Camp Staffing for 2012.
Department
Natomas School Readiness
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
Natomas School Readiness Program - funded by First 5 Sacramento Grant. Estimated cost $36,755.00.
Discussion
Natomas School Readiness Program will be providing a 4 week Kindergarten Transition Summer Camp for incoming Kindergarten students, especially those who have had limited or no preschool experience. The dates of the Camp are from July 9 through August 3, 2012 and will be held from 8am-11am at Jefferson Elementary School in a Kindergarten classroom. Funding will be through the Natomas School Readiness Program?s First 5 Sacramento grant. During the course of the 4 week camp, students will experience basic academic skills to build a foundation for Kindergarten through direct instruction, small group activities and hands on experiential play. These skills include, but are not limited to: letter name and sounds, number recognition, colors, shapes, sorting, patterning, vocabulary, daily exposure and interaction to literacy and numeracy. The Camp will also provide support and instruction on social, emotional, and self- regulation skills that will support the student?s transition to Kindergarten as they will be more prepared to share space and materials, listen and follow directions, follow routines and classroom expectations, and be able to solve problems they may encounter with peers. Natomas School Readiness will also provide parenting classes for families with children ages 0-5 at this location that will run concurrently with the Camp. The staff for this program will consist of a Teacher and 2 Child Development Assistants, one of who is bilingual. The Teacher will be a Credentialed Kindergarten Teacher, a Preschool Teacher with a minimum of a BA in Child Development, Early Childhood Education or other related field, or a Credentialed Teacher with Kindergarten experience. The Child Development Assistant will have completed or be enrolled in a minimum of 6 Early Childhood Education units. Natomas School Readiness Staff needs Board approval of these proposed limited time, hourly staff positions for this summer program.
13.17. Approve the 2011-12 Comprehensive School Safety Plans
Prepared By
Pat Hargreaves, Administrative Assistant - Educational Services
Summary
Heyman Matlock, Director - Safe Routes to School and Community Relations
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the 2011-12 Comprehensive School Safety Plans for all school sites.
Department
Student Support Services
 
Discussion
In compliance with Ed Code 32288, school sites are required to update, on an annual basis, their Comprehensive School Safety Plan for approval by the Board of Trustees. Items updated include: emergency drill schedules, bell schedules and Incident Management Team members. Attached are the REDI Action Guide Incident Management Teams for each site. The following Comprehensive School Safety Plans will be available for review at the April 11, 2012 Board Meeting. American Lakes Elementary Bannon Creek Elementary Jefferson Elementary Natomas Park Elementary Two Rivers Elementary Witter Ranch Elementary H. Allen Hight Elementary Heron School Natomas Middle Natomas High Inderkum High Discovery High
Attachments:
REDI Action Guide
13.18. Approve Appointment to the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee: Tom McDonagh
Prepared By
Brenda Monson, Administrative Assistant - Business Services
Summary
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Action Required
Approve Appointment to the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
Department
Business Services
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
Not Applicable
Discussion
The District has received an application from Tom McDonagh to fill a current vacancy on the Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee. In accordance with the appointment process set forth in Section 5.3 of the Bylaws and Education Code Section 15282, committee members represent various groups of the community and Tom McDonagh meets the qualification standards to serve on the committee. The Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee Appointment and Designation Table is attached.
Attachments:
CBOC Appointment Designation Table
13.19. Approve an Amendment to Resolution No. 12-14, Adopting the Statutory School Facility Fee ("Level 1 Fee") as Approved on March 14, 2012
Prepared By
Christine Griffin, Administrative Assistant - Facilities & Planning Department
Summary
Michael S. Cannon, Executive Director - Facilities & Planning Department
Action Required
The Board is asked to amend Resolution No. 12-14, adopting the Statutory School Facility Fee ("Level 1 Fee") as approved on March 14, 2012.
Department
Facilities & Planning Department
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
Developer Fees
Discussion
At its March 14, 2012 meeting, the Board held a public hearing and approved Resolution 12-14, adopting the 2012 Developer Fee Justification Study completed by SchoolWorks (the District?s consultant), and approving an increase to the statutory School Facility Fee (?Level 1 Fee?.) On March 29, 2012, we received an email from SchoolWorks staff indicating that a clerical error had been made in transposing the Rental Self-Storage rate in Table 12 of the Study into page 3 of the Resolution. The rate in the Study was listed as $0.10/SF; the rate in the Resolution was $0.20. This error was not caught by District staff, for which we apologize. On advice of legal counsel, because this was a minor administrative transposition error not affecting the Study, hearing or great majority of the Resolution, District staff is requesting the Board to amend the prior Resolution only in the adoption language on page 1 and Rental Self-Storage rate in Paragraph B, page 3. The attached corrected Resolution will be provided to the County Office of Education in place of the Resolution passed by the Board, and will not affect any part of the justification of the increased residential or commercial/industrial fees. District staff again apologizes for the oversight, and recommends adoption of the corrected Resolution. Strategic Goal #20 - Provide and maintain a safe, clean sustainable and attractive environment that promotes student learning and fosters student, staff and community pride.
Attachments:
Revised Board Resolution No. 12-14
SchoolWorks Email dated 3/29/12
13.20. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2011-2012 HH
Prepared By
Kelly Kelley, Administrative Secretary - Student Services
Summary
Brent Johnson, Director - Student Services
Action Required
Review the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2011-2012 HH
Department
Student Services
 
Discussion
Student No. 2011-2012 HH violated Codes 48900(c), 48900(k)
13.21. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2011-2012 II
Prepared By
Kelly Kelley, Administrative Secretary - Student Support Services and Pat Hargreaves, Administrative Assistant - Educational Services
Summary
Brent Johnson, Director - Student Support Services
Action Required
Review the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2011-2012 II
Department
Student Support Services
 
Discussion
Student No. 2011-2012 II violated Ed Code 48900(a-1), 48900(a-2), 48900(k)
13.22. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No.2011-2012 JJ
Prepared By
Kelly Kelley, Administrative Secretary - Student Services
Summary
Brent Johnson, Director - Student Services
Action Required
Review Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2011-2012 JJ
Department
Student Services
 
Discussion
Student No. 2011-2012 JJ violated Ed Code 48900(g), 48900(k), 48900.4, 48900.7
14. ACTION ITEMS
14.1. ACTION AGENDA PROCEDURE: Formal action is required on each item which frequently includes discussion prior to the motion. Time is given for public comments.
Prepared By
Dolly McClellan, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent
14.2. Approve Resolution No. 12-18 designating May 9, 2012, as Day of the Teacher
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked approve Resolution No. 12-18 designating May 9, 2012, as Day of the Teacher.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked approve Resolution No. 12-18 designating May 9, 2012, as Day of the Teacher. - Motion made by Bruce Roberts and a seconded by Susan Heredia.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Human Resources
 
Minutes:
Dr. Hanline stated that he was happy to recognize our District's teachers for the great things they do for our students' academic success and he recommended approval of Resolution 12-18 to designate May 9th as the Day of the Teacher.
Discussion
The certificated employees of the Natomas Unified School District perform services which are vital to the educational process and are recognized in the attached resolution.
Attachments:
Resolution 12-18 Day of the Teacher
14.3. Approve the DRAFT School Calendar for 2012-2013
Prepared By
Carley Borrelli, Administrative Assistant - Human Resources
Summary
Sally L. Clark, Director - Human Resources
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the DRAFT school calendar for 2012-2013.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve the DRAFT school calendar for 2012-2013. - Motion made by B. Teri Burns and a seconded by Jules Tran.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Human Resources
 
Minutes:
Burns stated that approving the start date for 2012-13 allows families to plan their vacations.
Discussion
The attached DRAFT calendar is subject to negotiations between the Natomas Teachers and Natomas Unified School District.
Attachments:
DRAFT School Calendar for 2012-2013
14.4. Report on Public Meetings and Possible Action on Establishment of Trustee Areas
Prepared By
Lynn Carli, Administrative Secretary - Superintendent's Office
Summary
Roman Mu?oz, Attorney at Law - Kronick Moskovitz Tiedemann & Girard
Action Required
Board action may be taken based on the information presented.
Department
Superintendent's Office
 
Minutes:
Roman Munoz, legal counsel, provided a summary of the public meetings held and the results of the survey provided at the public meetings and available on the District's website. Burns was in support of continuing to work on getting information to the community, noting that there wasn't a consensus of opinion. Public Comments: Elena Quintero opined that there wasn't an aggressive outreach to the community and asked the Board to give more time. Robert Jordan stated that he appreciated the public meetings and was grateful to the Natomas Buzz for posting information regarding trustee areas. He supported the idea of trustee areas, but opined that the threat of a lawsuit would be minimal. Robynne Rose-Haymer expressed concern that there had been misinformation given at one of the public meetings related to whether the waiver had been filed. Darryl White stated that he supported trustee areas; however, he did not support board members drawing their own trustee areas. He suggested preparing several renditions of trustee area maps. Board Comments: Roberts stated that the community needs to understand; more work needs to be done to reach out to the community. We can't get on the State's agenda in time for this year's election. Outreach and study needs to continue. Heredia agreed with Roberts and noted that this is a nation-wide issue, not just a California issue. Heredia suggested a systematic approach to reaching out to the community. Dr. Hanline stated that with his lack of familiarity with the community, he took responsibility and suggested that it would be a wise idea for the Board to establish a community committee. Board member Tran agreed with Dr. Hanline's suggestion. Burns added that Natomas is not an ideal case for polarization and supported taking the time to do this correctly. Burns suggested that this would be a great idea for a senior project. Direction was given to the Superintendent to continue to meet and educate and to put a hold on the draft waiver. No action was taken on this item.
Discussion
Present report on the public meetings regarding the Establishment of Trustee Areas, Modification of Election Method, and Waiver Request to the State Board of Education.
Attachments:
Summary of CVRA Surveys
14.5. Approve Recommended Textbook Adoption for Transitional Kindergarten
Prepared By
Kendra Shelton, Principal - Natomas Park Elementary
Summary
Kendra Shelton, Principal - Natomas Park Elementary
Action Required
Approve recommended textbook adoption for Transitional Kindergarten.
Actions:
Motion
Approve recommended textbook adoption for Transitional Kindergarten. - Motion made by B. Teri Burns and a seconded by Bruce Roberts.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Educational Services Department
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
Estimated cost of $21,310.00 from Lottery Textbook Funds
Discussion
A Transitional Kindergarten (TK) Curriculum Committee was formed during the 2010-2011 school year. During the summer of 2011, the TK Curriculum Committee participated in drafting curriculum standards for TK using the California Preschool Learning Foundations and California Kindergarten Common Core Standards. This year, a smaller committee was established to review curriculum recommended for TK by a variety of publishing companies. The committee spent a full day hearing from the publishing companies about the various products, evaluating and narrowing down selections. The committee then spent an additional day analyzing and comparing the two products that rose to the top of the list. Using very specific criteria with the drafted TK standards as a measure, the committee concluded that that Pearson's "Opening the World of Learning" would provide a more comprehensive and rigorous curriculum for the TK program. The attachment describes the curriculum selection process in detail. Curriculum publications evaluated for consideration: Pearson - Opening the World of Learning (OWL) SRA/McGraw-Hill - Little Treasures SRA/McGraw-Hill - DLM Express SRA/McGraw-Hill - Imagine It! Houghton-Mifflin - Splash into PreK Committee Recommendation: Pearson - Opening the World of Learning (OWL)and PreK Mr. Rogers Character Book 1-6 (Social-Emotional Skill Lessons), a supplemental piece from Little Treasures.
Attachments:
Transitional Kindergarten Curriculum Adoption Report
14.6. Approve the English Language Arts Textbook Adoption
Prepared By
Pat Hargreaves, Administrative Assistant - Educational Services
Summary
Janet Handley, Assistant Superintendent - Educational Services
Action Required
Approve the English Language Arts Textbook Adoption.
Actions:
Motion
Approve the English Language Arts Textbook Adoption. - Motion made by Susan Heredia and a seconded by B. Teri Burns.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Educational Services Department
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
$880,327.00 - Instructional Lottery Funds
Discussion
During the winter our current textbook publisher communicated they would no longer publish workbooks to support the ELA adoption we currently use. This led me to re-examine and research what it would cost to adopt a new program. It was determined that we would save a significant amount of money in addition to supporting the established state timelines: 2014 ? 15 Districts need to be in compliance of new textbook adoptions 2014 ? 15 the new testing program is in place for Common Core 2018 ? 19 the new English Language Arts Program will be available Providing a new textbook for students to use through the year 2018 ? 2019 would provide our students with materials that are based on more current research, provide materials that align better to the new common core standards and provide us an opportunity to take a fresh look at our practices as we implement the new program. The last English Language Arts adoption was in 2008 and we did not adopt a new textbook. In the 2009 - 2010 school year a textbook adoption committee was formed. Teachers participated in a pilot looking at two textbooks - Imagine It! and Excursions. Several publisher trainings occurred for staff to be familiar with the programs. Committee members piloted the materials in their classrooms. The committee did not meet to discuss findings or discuss the piloted materials. In the spring the committee was dismissed due to budget cuts. This year Dr. Juanita Reynolds and Carolyn Walker facilitated the textbook adoption process. This process involved teachers from the previous pilot and was conducted this spring. In looking at our costs there will be an initial cost of $880,327.00 for California Treasures. However, replacement materials will be replenished free of charge. Open Court and English Now will have ongoing costs and will be more expensive down the road. The cumulative cost until our next adoption in 2018 will result in a significant savings by adopting this new curriculum. CA Treasures - 1st Year (2012-2013)- $880,327.00 Cumulative 7 years (2012-2019) - $880,327.00 OC English Now - 1st Year (2012-2013)- $319,645.00 Cumulative 7 years (2012-2019) - $2,409,015.00 I am asking for approval to adopt the California Treasures by Macmillan McGraw-Hill.
Attachments:
ELA Textbook Adoption
14.7. Approve the Public Disclosure, in accordance with AB 1200, between the Natomas Unified School District and Unrepresented Employees
Prepared By
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Summary
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Actions:
Motion
- Motion made by B. Teri Burns and a seconded by Jules Tran.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Business Services
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
The ongoing additional costs, after taking into account the associated restructure, are estimated to be $112,600. This amount represents approximately 2.3% of total unrepresented compensation, which impacts the budget by approximately .2% (two-tenths of one percent). The $112,600 is derived by taking into account the net costs associated with the total reorganization of $181,000, additional step costs of $96,600, less estimated net savings of $165,000 due to reducing the need of contracting out for various special education services.
Discussion
Before a public school employer enters into a written agreement with an exclusive representative covering matters within the scope of representation, the major provisions of the agreement, including, but not limited to, the costs that would be incurred by the public school employer under the agreement for the current and subsequent fiscal years, shall be disclosed at a public meeting of the public school employer in a format established for this purpose by the Superintendent of Public Instruction. In order to ensure transparency to the community, the same disclosure has been prepared relating to unrepresented employees.
Attachments:
2011-12 M C Reorganization AB 1200
14.8. Approve the Unrepresented Salary Schedules
Prepared By
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Summary
Dr. Walt Hanline, Interim Superintendent
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve the District's attached unrepresented salary schedules.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve the District's attached unrepresented salary schedules. - Motion made by B. Teri Burns and a seconded by Susan Heredia.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Business Services
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
As illustrated in the public disclosure between the Natomas Unified School District and unrepresented employees, the ongoing additional costs, after taking into account the associated restructure, are estimated to be $112,600. This amount represents approximately 2.3% of total unrepresented compensation, which impacts the budget by approximately .2% (two-tenths of one percent). The $112,600 is derived by taking into account the net costs associated with the total reorganization of $181,000, additional step costs of $96,600, less estimated net savings of $165,000 due to reducing the need of contracting out for various special education services.
Discussion
Based on a study performed by School Services of California, the management salary schedules were significantly restructured in order to be more competitive and to ensure accountability. In addition, various positions were eliminated and other positions were created based upon an organizational study performed by School Services of California. Upon completion of the proposed 2012-13 salary schedules, the schedules were deficited by 4.77% and approved by the Board on February 28, 2012 subject to final approval from SCOE. In addition, the classified supervisory salary schedule will no longer be applicable beginning 2012-13. The 2012-13 confidential administrative support salary schedule has been proposed to be revised accordingly based upon prior Board adopted language to ensure that the proportionality of each step and range is maintained, and that step 1 of the Confidential Administrative Secretary is at least 5% more than the highest step of Range 19 (Administrative Secretary) on the classified salary schedule. Employees in these categories will continue to receive 12 furlough days, which is consistent with current year concessions. The unrepresented specialist salary schedule was revised and approved on February 28, 2012 (subject to final approval by SCOE) to add positions that will enable the District to directly provide various special education services to its students rather than contract out with non-public agencies. As a result of completing the public disclosure in accordance with AB 1200, the District has presented all unrepresented salary schedules for approval. Please note that aside from miscellaneous corrections, format changes, and footnotes, the unrepresented salary schedules approved on February 28, 2012, remain unchanged (i.e. same salary).
Attachments:
Certificated Management Salary Schedule
Classified Management Salary Schedule
Confidential Administrative Support Salary Schedule
Unrepresented Specialists Salary Schedule
14.9. Approve a Change in Scope and Compensation for Architectural Services by Kurt Brainerd Architects for the NP3 Portables & Field Project
Prepared By
Christine Griffin, Administrative Assistant - Facilities & Planning Department
Summary
Michael S. Cannon, Executive Director - Facilities & Planning Department
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve a Change in Scope and Compensation for Architectural Services by Kurt Brainerd Architects for the NP3 Portables & Field Project
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve a Change in Scope and Compensation for Architectural Services by Kurt Brainerd Architects for the NP3 Portables & Field Project - Motion made by Bruce Roberts and a seconded by Susan Heredia.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Facilities & Planning
 
Minutes:
Bruce Roberts noted the public comments heard this evening with regard to asking the Board to reconsider the Multi-Use agreement with NP3. Roberts stated that this item has to do with investing in facilities and giving access to fields in support of NP3 having their own quality athletic program. Kaplan stated that she did not support reconsidering the multi-use agreement. Burns stated that she would support approving this item, with the caveat that it could be revisited. Dr. Hanline recognized Tom Rutten, Principal of NP3, for the collaborative process.
Discussion
As a part of the District?s response to Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep High School (NP3/HS) on November 2011 Proposition 39 Facilities Request, the Board at its January 11, 2012 Meeting approved a contract with Kirk Brainerd Architects in the amount of $13,500.00 to provide all necessary design services for the relocation and placement of six (6) portable classrooms relocated from the Leroy Greene campus to the NP3 High School and provided with electrical power. The ongoing Proposition 39 negotiations with NP3 have resulted in an agreement with the District to also provide athletic facilities for NP3?s sports program in lieu of the NP3/District Multi-School Athletic Agreement, which expires in June 2012. As a part of the agreement, the District, in 2012-2013, will provide practice and game facilities for specified sports at District or City Parks & Recreation facilities; the District will also need to resurface the gym floor at NP3, and regrade and rehabilitate the practice soccer field at the site. Mr Brainerd has proposed a fee of $19,000.00 for this additional scope of services, including all necessary civil and landscape design work. The total design cost for this project with this addition will be $32,500.00. District staff recommends approval. Strategic Goal #20 - Provide and maintain a safe, clean sustainable and attractive environment that promotes student learning and fosters student, staff and community pride.
Attachments:
Contract Amendment/Brainerd Architects/NP3 Fields Improvement Add
14.10. Approve a Change in Scope and Compensation for Architectural Services by William + Paddon Architects for the Bannon Creek K-8 Conversion Project
Prepared By
Christine Griffin, Administrative Assistant - Facilities & Planning Department
Summary
Michael S. Cannon, Executive Director - Facilities & Planning Department
Action Required
The Board is asked to approve a Change in Scope and Compensation for Architectural Services by William + Paddon Architects for the Bannon Creek K-8 Conversion Project.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve a Change in Scope and Compensation for Architectural Services by William + Paddon Architects for the Bannon Creek K-8 Conversion Project. - Motion made by Bruce Roberts and a seconded by Susan Heredia.
Vote:
Yes B. Teri Burns.
Yes Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Yes Jules Tran.
Yes Bruce Roberts.
Department
Facilities & Planning
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
Measure D Funds
Minutes:
Dr. Hanline stated that plans are underway to prepare for full day kindergarten. This will be negotiated; however, we need to plan in order to have the facilities available.
Discussion
As a part of the Bannon Creek K-8 Conversion project, Phase 1B (to begin this summer) includes the reconstruction and expansion of the Administrative Office to accommodate a K-8 configuration. This renovation involves the demolition of one of the three existing Kindergarten classrooms, and the incorporation of the space into the reconfigured administrative offices, leaving the site with only two Kindergarten classrooms. District staff believes that two Kinder classrooms at this site are not sufficient for future enrollment or programs. During the next several years, demographic analysis shows a significant increase in Kinder enrollment in South Natomas schools; the District plans a total of four (4) Kinder classes at Bannon Creek in Fall 2012, and potentially more in future years. In addition, the District is looking in the future to offer full-day Kindergarten classes on a District-wide basis, which will require additional Kinder classrooms. The project architects, Williams + Paddon Architects, have proposed to provide design, DSA certification and construction management services for the addition of a modular Kindergarten classroom building adjacent to the existing Kinder classrooms. Services would include: all necessary architectural, electrical, low voltage, plumbing, civil & landscape design; DSA submittal, monitoring and closeout; and construction administration. Williams + Paddon is proposing a fee of $24,995.00 for these additional services. District staff recommends approval. Strategic Goal #20 - Provide and maintain a safe, clean sustainable and attractive environment that promotes student learning and fosters student, staff and community pride.
Attachments:
W + P Amend Scope & Fee - BCE K-8 Conversion Project Kinder Classroom Bldg
15. INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION ITEMS
15.1. Budget to Actual Income and Expense Report
Prepared By
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Summary
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Department
Business Services
 
Financial Impact (How item is funded)
As shown.
Minutes:
Accepted as a written report.
Discussion
This report is an extension of the current budget and payments that the Board approves every month. It shows the General Fund Adopted Budget, any budget adjustments to date, the current operating budget, actual expenses to date, the remaining budget balance, and the percent of the budget used by expense category (or object code). This report does not break out the budget and expenses between unrestricted and restricted accounts. It only shows the combination of the restricted and unrestricted accounts and should be used as a general expense tracking tool. If you need additional information or more detail on any particular account, please call the Business Services Office at 567-5457. Please see the attachment.
Attachments:
Budget to Actual Income and Expense March 2012
15.2. General Obligation Bond Refinance Analysis
Prepared By
Brenda Monson, Administrative Assistant - Business Services
Summary
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Department
Business Services
 
Minutes:
Rich Malone, Chief Operating Officer, Government Financial Strategies, introduced their Senior Project Manager, Keith Weaver, who presented information related to refinancing the District?s 2001 and 2003A General Obligation Bonds. Board Comments: Bruce questioned if it was net neutral for the district. Weaver responded affirmatively. Heredia clarified that the dollars go to the property owners, not the district. Dr. Hanline questioned if having a qualified budget would hurt the District. Weaver responded affirmatively, lower credit, less savings, and a higher interest rate. Staff was given direction to move forward on refinancing the GO Bonds.
Discussion
A representative from Government Financial Strategies will present information relating to refinancing the District?s 2001 & 2003A General Obligation Bonds.
15.3. Student Enrollment Report for March 2012
Prepared By
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Summary
Douglas Crancer, Chief Financial Officer - Business Services
Action Required
This item is for information and discussion only.
Department
Business Services
 
Minutes:
Accepted as a written report.
Attachments:
Enrollment Summary March 2012
16. BOARD REPORTS AND COMMENTS
Minutes:
Burns mentioned that she was looking forward to judging Inderkum High's senior projects. Roberts stated that he was looking forward to a great testing season.
17. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Minutes:
Heredia requested an information item in May/June regarding common core - next steps. Dr. Hanline suggested the June 24th meeting when Chris Evans would be on Board. Roberts noted that Heredia was traveling to China to see the Chinese Educational Model 21st Century curriculum and he looked forward to hearing all about it when she returns. Burns requested hearing information on suspensions and expulsions.
18. ADJOURNMENT
Minutes:
President Kaplan adjourned the meeting at 8:40 p.m.
( Original )
PresentB. Teri Burns
PresentSusan Heredia
PresentLisa Kaplan
PresentJules Tran
PresentBruce Roberts

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