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Regular Board Meeting
Natomas USD
March 24, 2021 5:45PM
EDUCATION CENTER - BOARD ROOM 1901 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834 Open Session: 5:45 p.m.

I. OPEN SESSION
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Effective February 24, 2021 NUSD Board Meetings are open to the public at a limited capacity that is in alignment with guidance from the State of California and County of Sacramento. Due to seating configurations to meet social distancing guidelines seating for the public is limited. With 5 Board members and up to 10 staff that only leaves approximately 5 seats for the public based on the capacity allowed in the room. Individuals who choose to attend the Board Meeting in person will be required to wear a mask (or similar face covering) for the duration of their time inside the Education Center. Individuals who attend in person should take their temperature and self-screen for symptoms of COVID-19 before entering the building. Anyone who has a temperature of 100.1 degrees or higher, or is exhibiting symptoms, should not attend in person. There will be a free-standing/touchless temperature machine at the entrance of the Education Center for those who forget to take their temperature before leaving home. The Board assumes no liability for any health risks to members of the public who attend the Board meeting in-person. All individuals attending the meeting in-person do so at their own risk. Members of the public may attend the Board Meeting in person to give public comment (if capacity allows) or submit a public comment via eComment at publiccomment@natomasunified.org. If you are unable to submit a public comment via eComment please call Constituent and Customer Services prior to 12:00 p.m. on March 24, 2021 for assistance. NUSD Board Meetings are also live-streamed and recorded, and available for viewing at http://natomasunified.org/board-of-trustees/videos/. Those in attendance should expect that the recordings will capture all activity and discussions before, during, and after meetings.
Minutes:
President Heredia called the Board meeting to order at 5:46 p.m.
II. ROLL CALL/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Minutes:
Jag Bains, Estefania Garcia, Micah Grant, Ericka Harden, Susan Heredia and Lisa Kaplan were present.
III. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Actions:
Motion
Passed with a motion by Lisa Kaplan and a second by Ericka Harden.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Minutes:
President Heredia stated that effective February 24, 2021 NUSD Board Meetings are open to the public at a limited capacity that is in alignment with guidance from the State of California and County of Sacramento. She added that the NUSD Board Meetings are live-streamed and recorded at the direction of the Board. The livestream is available for viewing at http://natomasunified.org/board-of-trustees/videos/, and the recordings will be available for viewing the day after the Board Meeting. She shared that those in attendance should expect that the recordings will capture all activity and discussions before, during, and after meetings.
IV. COMMUNICATIONS
IV.a. Student Board Member
Minutes:
Estefania Garcia stated that these past two weeks students have transitioned into in person hybrid learning. She added that Discovery High school has had a smooth transition as their seniors are working extra hard for their last quarter and are planning to have a student recognition awards assembly. She shared that the Inderkum tigers have also returned to campus and athletics continue. She explained that seniors continue to get college acceptances, and MicroCollege has been meeting with seniors to provide college support as well. She noted that athletics are running at Leroy Greene Academy and the transition has been a success and they are in the midst of its annual Multicultural week, with students participating in various virtual activities including a cultural cookbook, social media takeovers, and staff interviews. Garcia stated that Natomas High is Soaring into their Transitional Learning Model. She added in spirit of the reopening students are using class competition backdrops for individual selfies. She explained that athletics continue to grow in excitement with competition in full swing for women's golf, a third home football game coming up, and new seasons approaching for many of the sports. She shared that Natomas Middle Panthers students are returning to campus and are focusing on getting their students engaged on campus with a variety of clubs and PBIS recognition events - all while safely social distancing. She noted they are looking forward to keeping students safe and engaged through this transition to in person learning! She expressed their hope that students will be assisted to their needs now that they have the opportunity to. She thanked the teachers and staff that have agreed to assist students in person, as it is a grand step into student learning and productivity. She shared that she sees many students who rely heavily on in person learning environments and for those who made it possible for them, she gave huge kudos.
IV.b. Board Members
Minutes:
Trustee Kaplan expressed her appreciation to how the district is posting on social media about our unsung heroes. She stated they do so much behind the scenes and deserve to be recognized for all the work they are doing to get our kids on campus, running the vaccine clinic, and keeping our kids healthy when they are in crises for social emotional learning. She stated to Carol Swanson, Associate Superintendent and Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent that they did a yeoman's job last week moving the vaccine clinic inside. She opined it was beyond impressive. She thanked them for the Disneyland trail on how to get into the vaccine clinic. She stated that many community members have shared with her how thankful they are for the district and what they are doing for that. She added that Mrs. Swanson and Mr. Orr need to be recognized because they are making a difference not only for us here but all for our community. She thanked Councilmember Jeff Harris as he partnered with the new Taco Bell in south Natomas and was able to get Taco Bell to donate $5,000 to Joey's Food Locker. She thanked him for that. She shared that she was so excited to watch live football games last week both in person and on youtube. She noted that the Natomas High School game went until 10:30 p.m. and they won, both high schools won last week. She congratulated them. Kaplan stated that she sees Mom's that Demand Change is here and as she received their public comments, she expressed to Board President Heredia that she is supportive of that ending up on the agenda as a resolution for Board consideration at the next Board meeting.

Trustee Harden asked to take a moment to think about Manny, the Kennedy High School football player that lost his life last weekend. She also asked that we take a moment for our Asian Pacific Islander community. She shared that we stand with you guys in support and we do not condone any of this. She added to keep those families in prayers.

Trustee Grant had no report.

Trustee Bains had no report.

President Heredia stated she participated in Pledge Action Week. She explained that is where board members across California usually descend upon the capitol and lobby our legislatures on state issues (COVID 19, budget, broadband issues). She shared that they had the meeting via Zoom and that she was able to engage in conversations with Board members in our region but also in Los Angeles. She explained it is always good to hear about Trustees outside of our region who have many of the same issues we have. She stated that she participated in a press conference yesterday representing CSBA and that they were looking for legislation on broadband and are hoping for an initiative on the ballot for further funding that would support infrastructure and provide greater support for families. Heredia stated it was nice because every time she is on a press conference, she can talk about what NUSD has done. She noted that today was day four of her training for Masters in Governance from CSBA, which is available to all board members. She shared that she highly recommends all Board members get this training. She explained that even though this is her 21st year as a Board member there is so much that you learn and it is valuable training. She stated that today they learned about policy. She added that it was announced in the beginning of the year about this Board going through Board Governance Training. She shared she is still interested in that and thinks most would be willing to talk about the roles and responsibility and how they can strengthen their work at the Board level. She stated she is pursuing who would come be a facilitator and looking at the timeline. She added it would benefit the Trustees but also the work with staff. She shared her hope to bring more information for that later down the line.
IV.c. Superintendent's Report
Minutes:
Superintendent Evans had no report.
V. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: Members of the public may attend the Board Meeting in person to give public comment (if capacity allows) or submit a public comment via eComment at publiccomment@natomasunified.org. If you are unable to submit a public comment via eComment please call Constituent and Customer Services prior to 12:00 p.m. on March 24, 2021 for assistance.
Minutes:
President Heredia stated that members of the public were given the opportunity to attend the Board Meeting in person to give public comment or submit a public comment via eComment at publiccomment@natomasunified.org. She added if you would like to make an in-person public comment, please fill out a public comment card and hand it to Jenn Simpson at the front table.

Mark Sabin with Moms Demand Change stated he was here to speak about gun safety. He added they are interested in making people aware of gun safety and trying to help people not hurt themselves or others. He explained if you take away the guns a little bit of that will decrease and because there are so many guns in our society it is something kids grow up with. He shared that he grew up with guns and that he had one at least his entire life. He stated he has raised two kids and he taught them about gun safety and how to use them. He explained how anyone attached to them was subject to scrutiny which causes people to ask questions on if they have guns in their house and are they available to your kids? He noted that there are other presenters that will be talking about this subject. He explained that this is a step in the right direction and that there needs to be some type of education or training. He noted it's the little things. He explained if you have thrown the stone in the lake then it can have big effects with keeping people safe concerning guns. He opined it is a step in the right direction.

Carol Rogers, volunteer with Moms Demand Action for gun sense in America, stated she is also a mom and grandmother concerned for the safety of all of our children. She stated that she is there to respectfully request that NUSD send letters home every year to educate all parents on the need to safely store all firearms. She stated that new data from the FBI national instant background check system found that 4.3 million background checks were conducted in January of 2021. She added that is the highest number of checks in the calendar month and 60% more than the previous January which in itself was a 64% increase in gun sales from the previous year. She explained that estimated 2.1 million guns sold this past January 2021 which is an increase of 80% over last year. She shared the risk of gun suicide is particularly high with COVID-19 isolation and with kids spending more time at home combined with the surging gun sales. She opined that this is particularly concerning as a CDC report found that 1 in 4 young people have seriously considered suicide during the pandemic, including her own granddaughter. She stated that a tragic and dangerous trend at a time when the firearm suicide rate has already increased 56% for young people between the ages of 10-24 over the last decade. She added that 90% of suicide attempts with guns result in death and that the importance of secure gun storage can play a crucial role in preventing child gun suicide. She shared that nearly 700 children in the US die by gun suicide every year and more than 80% of child gun suicide involve a gun belonging to a family member. She asked to please put a resolution on an upcoming Board agenda. She thanked the Board for everything they do to keep our children safe.

Roger Stein, volunteer with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, stated that he is also a dad and grandfather. He added that he is concerned for the safety of all of our children and encouraged NUSD to work with the families in terms of educating them and sending letters home to families regarding gun safety. He explained that throughout the United States an estimated 13 million households with children under the age of 18 contain at least one gun. He noted that approximately 4.6 million children live in a household with at least one gun being stored loaded and unlocked. He stated that every year 350 children under the age of 18 gain access to a firearm and unintentionally shoot themselves or someone else. He added that an overall majority of shootings by children could have been prevented had the gun been stored securely. He shared that a study of pediatric firearm injuries showed that nearly 90% of unintentional shooting injuries and deaths among children under the age of 18 occurred at home. He explained that guns should be stored unloaded and separated from ammunition, secured with cable locks and in lock boxes. He added that those statistics illustrate that we have the power to prevent children and firearm deaths. He opined that they still remain a tragedy. He requested that this resolution be moved on to the agenda and become a district wide endeavor.

Susan Lander, volunteer with Moms Demand Action and also a resident of Natomas and mom stated she is concerned for the safety of all of our children. She added that as they may be aware last year State Superintendent of Instruction Tony Thurmond sent a letter to all Superintendent's in California asking for a letter to be sent home educating parents on the need to safely store firearms. She opined that the statistics say it all. She explained that every day in this country one small child unintentionally shoots him or herself after finding an unsecured firearm in the home. She added that every day in this country two older children, mainly teens commit suicide using an unsecured firearm from their home or a relative's home. She stated that 80% of mass school shootings are done by students or former students whose weapon is an unsecured firearm they obtain from their home or a relative's home. She noted that schools up and down California are adopting a resolution on safe storage similar to the one that was emailed to them several weeks ago. She added that LAUSD did it a couple of years ago and they are the largest school district in the US. She noted that San Diego Unified, the second largest district in California, passed this resolution a month or two ago as have many smaller school districts up and down California. She explained that the national PTA stands behind the safe storage of firearms to protect children. She opined that we need to educate parents that this is the law. She stated that she respectfully requests that the NUSD school board send letters home yearly to all parents to educate them on the need to safely store all firearms that may be present in the home. She thanked the Board for all they do for the students here in Natomas.

Cynthia Shallit, volunteer with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, as well as a mom. She shared that she is concerned about the safety of all of our children and that she was present to respectfully request that the district send letters home to all families to educate them about safely storing all firearms in the home. She thanked the previous speakers. She added that throughout the US millions of children and teens live in homes with unsecured guns. She explained that many children in gun owning households know where the guns are stored even when their parents don't think that they do. She shared that from 2015-2019 every town for gun safety's hashtag "not an accident" index reported tracked more 1,700 unintentional shootings by children which resulted in more than 600 deaths and 1,100 injuries. She stated with gun sales having increased 64% in 2020 and with more kids being at home due to the COVID pandemic the risk of gun violence has grown. She noted that this makes it more important to be sure that firearms are secured securely. She added that research indicated that secure gun storage practices including storing household guns: locked, unloaded or separate from the ammunition result in reduced rates of child firearm suicide. She shared that one study showed that households that locked both firearms and ammunition had a 78% lower risk of self-inflicted fire arm injuries among children and teenagers. She requested that the Board put this resolution on the agenda and send out letters every year to parents reminding them how to store guns safely and keep their children safe.

Jay Ash, noted that he would be speaking something different from guns. He thanked the Board for getting our schools back open and getting them online. He challenged the Board to take it another step further and get everyone back and get us back to normal. He added that he looks around and sees all the pictures and that is normal. He noted that these masks and the barriers are not normal. He shared some facts that the Board and staff may not be aware of. He explained that children 0-19 have a 99.97 % chance of survival from COVID 19 he noted that ages 70 and up have a 94.6% chance of survival. He stated that these are not his facts but they are from CDC. He added that the other statistic he would like to share is death from influenza, cancer, heart failure and pneumonia have all gone down in 2020. He shared that the Board may ask themselves why and it is simple, hospitals profit from death from COVID. He stated that he is here to push back. He shared that he has five grandkids that go to NUSD schools and reiterated that he is thankful for what the Board is doing. He noted that private schools have been open since October, from his knowledge and the ones that he has called, the only restrictions they have are a mask mandate. He noted that they are open full time. He challenged the Board to push back and get our kids back into school. He explained that the statistics he just shared are the same with the common flu. He stated that we have never locked down for the flu. He shared that the year before Modesto had a school that had 17 children that had tuberculosis and that they did not lock down the school. He explained that they sent notes home to the kids in those schools for them to have their children tested. He opined that was the right thing to do and that they brought it out in the open. He asked the Board to push back and get our kids back in school.

Dr. Rachel Roth, resident of Natomas and was present with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, stated there is not a lot to say. She added that early in training one of the first things they learn as doctors is how important it is when taking a pediatric evaluation to ask if they have guns in the home and then to ask whether those guns or guns in the homes that they visit and to make sure that those guns are secured safely. She asked that the district consider and pass the resolution to send letters home yearly regarding safe gun storage.

Christina Huth Executive Director stated we received public comments via eComment from Natomas Black Parents United in regards to Trustees reviewing the proposed budget and LCAP with equity at the forefront. She shared that we received public comments via eComment from Karen Zanotto, Rosemary Yoshikawa, Joel Leong, Hank Lander in regards to annual letters being sent out about the need to safely store all firearms that may be present in their home. She stated we received a public comment from Melinda Lai in regards to respect for our teachers and the mental health of our teachers. She shared that we received a public comment from Brenda Borge, Darcy Pacheco, Debbie Schmike, Georgia Allen-Schaff, and Lisa MacMillian in regards to concerns about the plan for 5 day instruction. She added that these public comments have been forwarded to the entire Board of Trustees and appropriate staff for their consideration, and the specifics of these public comments will be recorded in the official Board meeting minutes

Natomas Black Parents United submitted the following public comment: Natomas Black Parents United expects the Trustees to review the proposed budget and LCAP with equity at the forefront of those considerations. Here are some questions for the Trustees to consider. Will a similar level of remedies, monies, and manpower that has gone into addressing the Covid Crisis be placed on the Academic Crisis that our students have experienced? Science of reading proponents assert that 95% of students can read at grade level with proper instruction. Will NUSD Trustees require the Administration to work with NTA to set a 2-3 yr timetable to review teaching practices and curriculum for consistency with evidence based approaches and the science of reading? Will NUSD Trustees direct the Administration to allocate a reasonable percentage of the budget to be used to train elementary teachers in the science of reading and support teachers with more reading specialists? What is NUSD's ongoing commitment to address the digital divide? Has NUSD considered grants for equity efforts? Results? Does NUSD have a contract with law enforcement for police on campus? If so, how much and what do officers do on school campuses?
Natomas Black Parents United

Karen Zanotto submitted the following public comment: Good evening Superintendent Evans and the Natomas Unified School District Board Members. My name is Karen Zanotto and I am a volunteer with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, as well as a Mom of an incoming Natomas Unified School District student, and I am concerned for the safety of all of our children. I am here to respectfully request that the Natomas Unified School District send letters home yearly to all parents, to educate them on the need to safely store all firearms that may be present in the home. Throughout the US, millions of children and teens live in homes with unsecured guns. And many children in gun-owning households know where the guns are stored, even when their parents don't think they do. From 2015 to 2019, Everytown for Gun Safety's #NotAnAccident Index tracked more than 1,700 unintentional shootings by children, resulting in more than 600 deaths and more than 1,100 injuries. With gun sales having increased 64 percent in 2020 and with kids spending more time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic the risks of gun violence have grown?making it even more important that firearms are stored securely. Research indicates that secure gun storage practices, including storing household guns locked, unloaded, or separate from the ammunition, are associated with reduced rates of child firearm suicide. One study showed that households that locked both firearms and ammunition had a 78 percent lower risk of self-inflicted firearm injuries among children and teenagers. I request that this be put on the agenda to discuss at an upcoming School Board meeting as soon as possible. Thank you for everything you do to keep our children safe.

Respectfully,
Karen Zanotto

Rosemary Yoshikawa submitted the following public comment: Good evening Superintendent Evans and the Natomas Unified School District Board Members. My name is Rosemary Yoshikawa and I am a volunteer with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. I've worked at the State Capitol to support safe gun legislation. I am here to respectfully request that the Natomas Unified School District send letters home yearly to all parents, to educate them on the need to safely store all firearms that may be present in the home. We are reminded again of the problem of gun violence in our country with each mass shooting, like the one in Boulder CO. Throughout the US, an estimated 13 million households with children under the age of 18 contain at least one gun, and approximately 4.6 million children live in a household with at least one gun that is stored loaded and unlocked. The nearly 350 children under the age of 18, who gain access to a firearm and unintentionally shoot themselves IS COMPLETELY PREVENTABLE. A study of pediatric firearm injuries showed that nearly 90 percent of unintentional shooting injuries and deaths among children under the age of 15 occur at home. Guns should be stored unloaded and separately from ammunition, secured with cable locks, and locked in lock boxes or firearm safes. Please put this on the agenda to discuss at an upcoming School Board meeting as soon as possible. Thank you for everything you do to keep our children safe.
Respectfully submitted,
Rosemary Yoshikawa
Co-Lead Moms Demand Action YOLO County

Joel Leong submitted the following public comment: Good evening Superintendent Evans and the Natomas Unified School District Board Members. My name is Joel Leong and I am a volunteer with Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America as well as a resident in the Natomas School District and I am concerned for the safety of all of our children. I respectfully request that the Natomas Unified School District send letters home yearly to all parents, to educate them on the need to safely store all firearms that may be present in the home. Throughout the US, an estimated 13 million households with children under the age of 18 contain at least one gun, and approximately 4.6 million children live in a household with at least one gun that is stored loaded and unlocked. Every year, nearly 350 children under the age of 18 gain access to a firearm and unintentionally shoot themselves or someone else. An overwhelming majority of unintentional shootings by children could have been prevented had the gun been stored securely. A study of pediatric firearm injuries showed that nearly 90 percent of unintentional shooting injuries and deaths among children under the age of 15 occur at home. Guns should be stored unloaded and separately from ammunition, secured with cable locks, and locked in lock boxes or firearm safes. Altogether, these statistics illustrate that we have the power to prevent many child firearm deaths and other gun violence tragedies. I request that this be put on the agenda to discuss at an upcoming School Board meeting as soon as possible. Thank you for everything you do to keep our children safe.

Hank Lander submitted the following public comment: Good Afternoon Superintendent Evans and the Natomas Unified School District Board Members. As a Natomas resident, I call attention to the requests of the group: Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America. They are requesting that the Natomas Unified School District send letters home yearly to all parents, to educate them on the need to safely store all firearms that may be present in the home. Throughout the US, an estimated 13 million households with children under the age of 18 contain at least one gun, and approximately 4.6 million children live in a household with at least one gun that is stored loaded and unlocked. Every year, nearly 350 children under the age of 18 gain access to a firearm and unintentionally shoot themselves or someone else. An overwhelming majority of unintentional shootings by children could have been prevented had the gun been stored securely. A study of pediatric firearm injuries showed that nearly 90 percent of unintentional shooting injuries and deaths among children under the age of 15 occur at home. Guns should be stored unloaded and separately from ammunition, secured with cable locks, and locked in lock boxes or firearm safes. Altogether, these statistics illustrate that we have the power to prevent many child firearm deaths and other gun violence tragedies. I request that this be put on the agenda to discuss at an upcoming School Board meeting as soon as possible. Thank you for everything you do to keep our children safe.

Sincerely,
Henry E. Lander

Melinda Lai submitted the following public comment: It doesn't matter what the message said, but when we get these announcements from the district when the district has not even met with the teacher's union or informed staff it shows how little care and respect they have for teachers. I hope school board members who have been concerned about the mental health of their students are also concerned about the mental health of their teachers. With middle and high schools opening last Monday for in-person instruction, teachers should have spent the evening preparing for that, not a sleepless night after being reminded that their employer does not care about them. As a parent of students in the district as well as a teacher here, I am rethinking keeping my children in schools where the district treats their employees without care or respect.
Melinda Lai
Natomas Parent and Teacher

Brenda Borge submitted the following public comment: Dear Board Members, Members of the NTA leadership met with district administration today to listen to a potential new plan for 5 day instruction. We let the district know that a unilateral implementation of any plan would be in violation of the parties Memorandum of Understanding, Oct 21, 2020 and Addendum Feb 14, 2021. Our leadership and our unit members are dismayed that the district would consider unilateral implementation as the parties collaboratively and in good faith bargained these Agreements. We call upon the board to honor our Agreements which provide quality education for our students and more fully protect the safety of our unit members and our students. A letter was attached which was sent to the Superintendent. The contents of the letter are below:
March 23, 2021
Superintendent Chris Evans
Natomas Unified School District
1901 Arena Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95834

Dear Superintendent,
We received your letter dated March 21, 2021, concerning the updated California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Guidance on physical distancing. We understand very well what the updated guidance means regarding recommendations on physical distancing. We also agree to meet with the District to discuss, and get clarity, on the District's view of how that guidance might impact school operations. We are available to meet with the District tomorrow, Wed. Mar.24 from 1 :00-3:00 pm.
However, NT A specifically objects to and demands that you immediately cease-and desist from improper communications with NTA bargaining unit members (and to parents and the public) and from acting unilaterally in ways that would violate our current MOU and addendums, unless the parties mutually agree otherwise. Any unilaterally imposed changes to the existing MOU will be challenged as contract violations and unfair practices. Given the importance of our agreements, we have asked the CTA Legal Department to review the improper communications that you have sent directly to bargaining unit members that reflect unilateral plans that undermine the statement in your letter about good-faith negotiations. Please respond at your convenience.
Brenda Borge
President
bborgeca@gmail.com

Darcy Pacheco submitted the following public comment: To Members of the NUSD Board:
NUSD Association members negotiated in good faith several viable instructional models to implement once COVID guidelines eased. The transitional model, which is now in place, is a workable model which engages all students whether they wish to be in-person or remain on distance learning. In-person students have 30 minutes of valuable attention from their teacher in the morning, and distance learning students have the same attention later in the morning. This model has been working very well in the 4 weeks since it has been implemented.
Sincerely,
Darcy Pacheco
NUSD Teacher

Debbie Schmike submitted the following public comment: Too much work has been done to make the current plan work.

Georgia Allen-Schaff submitted the following public comment: Hello, My name is Georgia Schaaf and a 35 year veteran in Natomas Unified. I believe that everyone wants to get back to a "normal" school day. I do know that we need to plan and thinking of starting this the day after spring break is not enough time to get this organized. If the district is truly interested in the mental health of their employees this plan is not reflecting that interest. Spring break should be time for everyone to relax and having this on the heels of break would be detrimental.
Thank you,
Georgia Schaaf
Natomas Unified School District
Heron School-Kindergarten

Lisa MacMillian submitted the following public comment: I saw the New York Times piece today and was so proud of our district doing all we can to help students who are suffering from mental health issues pre and post COVID. I was aware of this before the article, but so happy other districts might be inspired by our lead through reading the article. Most are aware of the toll this has taken on students. Teachers want to do the best by their students and their families. This just feels a bit too rushed. It also seems not to honor parts of the original MOU. I am sure a compromise can be reached that meets the needs of everyone. It is critical that the original MOU is honored in all areas. Please allow the NTA reasonable time to meet and come up with a plan to move forward. Teachers are not the enemy. Neither is the district office. We all want what is best for our students and their families.
VI. PRESENTATIONS
VI.a. Diverse Future Teacher Program Update and Diversity Recruitment Efforts
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to receive an update on the Diverse Future Teacher Program and information regarding our diversity recruitment efforts.
Rationale:
In an effort to hire exemplary staff to support our focus on student achievement and address our need to recruit qualified teaching candidates that reflect the diversity of our community and students, we implemented our Diverse Future Teacher program which was approved by the Board at the October 11, 2017 Board Meeting. The program entails financially supporting these future educators through their credential program as well as providing bonuses for things like earning credentials in hard-to-fill subject areas and for living in the Natomas community while earning their credential.

The presentation will highlight current data relating to the initial 3-year program and recommendations for how we can continue to engage in this important work.

 
Minutes:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer presented on Diverse Future Teacher Program Update and Diversity Recruitment Efforts. The objectives of the presentation were: to provide an update on the results of our Diverse Future Teacher and Aspiring Leaders Programs and share recommendations for our continued plan to recruit diverse teacher talent committed to working in NUSD. The presentation highlighted: what was being done in both NUSD and nationally to recruit diverse teachers; how NUSD started to recruit a more diverse teacher workforce; recruitment incentive offers; cost to implement; steps NUSD took; other diversity recruitment efforts; progress over time and current challenges in light of COVID.

Trustee Grant stated that he supports the additional staff member to focus on recruiting and retention.

Trustee Kaplan added that she wanted to say that as well. She stated that she knows that recruitment is an effort and especially during COVID, they need to make sure that the district retains our teachers, especially those in 1st and 2nd year teachers. She explained that she knows one of the ones that Paso Verde School and her kids love them and it has an impact.

Trustee Bains asked when staff says multi-year, is it 3 or 4 years?

Mrs. Herrera stated the last one was 3 years and there was a little bit of money leftover but not enough to continue the program for another year

Trustee Bains asked if the vacant position is part of the $837,500 or if it is an additional cost.

Mrs. Herrera stated it is already funded as it is a vacant position.

President Heredia stated she is in support. She added it is important they do a multiyear because if it was year to year it would demonstrate that the Board's commitment is not there. She explained that if we do it for a certain number of years it tells the community the Board is serious about this. She shared she is very supportive.

Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer presented on Aspiring Leaders. The presentation highlighted the pipeline for aspiring leaders; the cost of the program and results to date.

Trustee Kaplan stated she is in support.

President Heredia stated when Mrs. Herrera showed the Board the sites and types of leadership roles, she noted that all those little things at a school site help to prepare teachers for administration and they are critical. She noted that she is glad that people are taking advantage of those opportunities. She added that it may make them aware that they may want to take another path. She noted that even with the curriculum framework and shared that it is crucial.
Attachments:
Diverse Future Teacher & Aspiring Leaders Program Update - 3.25.2021
VI.b. Budget and LCAP Update
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent William Young, Deputy Superintendent, CBO
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to receive information on the 2020-21 Budget, Budget Development for 2021-22 and the 2021-2024 Local Control Accountability (LCAP) Plan.
Rationale:
Staff will present an update on the 2020-21 District budget, budget development for 2021-22 and the 2021-2024 Local Control Accountability (LCAP) Plan.
 
Minutes:
Javetta Cleveland Deputy Superintendent presented on the Budget Update. The objectives of the presentation were: share overview of the budget development process for 2021-22 and available funding and share preliminary budget considerations.

Superintendent pointed out on the slide titled "General Funding Sources (Ongoing)" that we forgot Jefferson as an IB school. He extended his apologies to Mrs. Keeler and it does not mean that Jefferson isn't getting what they need. He noted that staff just made a mistake.

Trustee Kaplan asked Javetta if she dreams about the stimulus funds nightly. She noted that she says that in a joking manner but also with appreciation because she knows that Mrs. Cleveland loves numbers and that she puts a lot of time in on this. She added that she wants to make sure that it is adequately acknowledged how much time and effort she is putting into this.

Superintendent Evans stated in regards to the slide titled preliminary budget item consideration, that it was a good time to recognize that last fall we were connected with the New York Times through Councilmember Ashby to talk about social emotional support networks. He added that a very nice person spoke to him and he told them to speak to the people who really do the jobs. He shared it was a nice surprise because staff had no idea the article was coming out today to see our social emotional support system and the stark realities and sometimes sad realities of one of our graduates who shared his story. He thanked everyone. He shared that he put out an email to all staff and asked them to see themselves in every bit of help that they have provided our students. He noted it is one of the major reasons why NUSD is talking about returning to 5 days per week. He stated that we even heard from one of our public speakers today that during this pandemic that their own grandchild attempted suicide. He shared that he is proud of the efforts that we have done but he noted that walking on campuses Monday, the high schools looked like ghost towns. He explained that there are not a lot of kids when you divide them over three days. He noted that some kids walked in and literally walked out because they wanted to see their friends and have that environment. He opined that we cannot return to that exactly in the middle of a pandemic. He stated that the Board will hear in April and May from Carol and her team about other ideas and a lot like what we have done with technology and other items in the past, the Board will want it all right now and we will not be able to do that. He shared that we may be able to phase it in such as expanded mental health, social emotional support and expanded physical health and safety. He opined we have done a really good job on this year as well. He gave kudos to everyone from the classified staff, the teachers, the families who have engaged with us and friends that have called and used our 24 hour life line and of course the leaders. Evans stated the fact that NYT spent so much time to focus in on it. He shared with the Board that they have to take credit on this just like they have to take credit on the diversity hiring. He pointed out how Mrs. Herrera had said that it was progress over time. He stated that we can sit here and try nothing and continue to have the same problems or we can do something different. He added that the mental health and social emotional support Associate Superintendent Carol Swanson started something and then a few months later the Board said this is a great start but bring us something else. He noted that is no problem for Mrs. Swanson and she brought the Board something else and it continued to expand and then it was recognized and continues to be recognized. He asked the Board to take time and reflect on their leadership because it would not be here if it was not for them. He reminded that NUSD would not have diversity recruitment if it wasn't for them, he asked how are you going to do this and not get sued. He noted because it is not just ethnicity, it can be divided in many ways. He shared his hope that the Board sees their work in the presentation earlier and this presentation right here. He noted that the phrase learning disruption came from Trustee Kaplan. He stated that as the Board sees these things he hopes they are seeing it from the Board to the classroom. He added that in regards to athletics, what a difference the Board has made and even with attending athletic events.

Superintendent Evans stated in regards to payroll, he shared they are doing great but that they need some help. He noted that NUSD has not always had the best chronic absenteeism and that there is a high rate of illness at times. He explained that it will be interesting if COVID starts to ramp down in California and the vaccine is made available to everyone by May. He added it will be interesting to see what happens to the flu and other viruses with the HEPA filters and other things. He shared that the district is keeping things such as the HEPA filters and we see what if any difference it makes in attendance. He noted that maybe it is a matter of doing something different that will lead to increased healthiness.

Trustee Kaplan stated that she looks forward to the budget considerations to see if the cost is one time and what is the ongoing cost. She noted that on the mentoring, she is for it but that Improve Your Tomorrow is mostly focused on young men and she would like to see what the district is doing for young ladies.

President Heredia noted we did have a program at Discovery High School which was focused on young ladies.

Trustee Kaplan responded that she knows we do but we are talking expansion for the young men. She asked what about expansion of the program for young women?

Superintendent Evans asked staff what are we doing for young ladies? He noted that we will get that for Trustees, not tomorrow but soon. He shared that one downfall to COVID is that we are thin with the staff that are in the Board room tonight and the staff member that would be able to answer this question is not currently here due to capacity limitations in order to maintain social distancing.

Trustee Kaplan stated that it's about equity and knowing young ladies need the same support

Bill Young CBO / Deputy Superintendent presented on the 2021-2024 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) Update. The objective of the presentation was: provide an update regarding the 2021-2024 LCAP Stakeholder Engagement Survey Results and Next Steps.

Superintendent Evans asked if this year's LCAP Stakeholder Engagement survey was focused on just languages other than English or if we continued to target student groups that sometimes we have a hard time connecting with the families?

Mr. Young responded that when staff looked at the language they did target some student groups as well.

Superintendent Evans stated in regards to the slide titled "What Did the LCAP Survey Indicate" regarding program participation this is important and that people always ask when you survey students, did you survey a good cross section of students. He shared that definitely in the 1990's and 2000's it was known that schools would try to pick their best and brightest students. He noted that outside agencies got a lot wiser. He shared an example that outside agencies would give out 100 tickets to whatever kids they see and then invite them to come in and talk. He explained that NUSD has had the approach from the get go to not pick every student who is at the Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate level. He shared that the district received a nice cross representation of students there. He expressed his appreciation for that.

Trustee Kaplan gave thanks for the engagement.

Trustee Grant thanked the staff.
Attachments:
Budget Update & LCAP Update - 3.25.2021
VII. CONSENT ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
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. In alignment with BB 9322, the item shall be removed and given individual consideration for action as a regular agenda item.
VII.a. Approve the Consent Calendar
Actions:
Motion
Passed with a motion by Micah Grant and a second by Lisa Kaplan.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
VII.b. Approve the February 24, 2021 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the February 24, 2021 Regular Board Meeting minutes.
VII.c. Approve Purchase of Student Technology for the K-12 Virtual Academy
Speaker:
William Young, CBO/Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, CBO/Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the purchase of Student Technology required to launch the K-12 Virtual Academy with an anticipated enrollment of 500 students.
Rationale:
Because the K-12 Virtual Academy is intended to be a long term commitment for families and require the use of technology during most of the instructional day, staff has developed a technology support package for Virtual Academy students. The technology package checked out to Academy students will include an Apple MacBook Air for students in grades 3-12 or Apple iPad for students in grades K-2, a rugged case, an external monitor, a scanner, headphones, and a keyboard and mouse. The use of one-time funds will support this purchase to help launch a Board approved initiative. Attached quotes are for an anticipated enrollment of 500 students. The total cost is $554,254.44.
 
Attachments:
Apple Quote
CDWG Quote
STS Quote
VIII. PUBLIC HEARING
VIII.a. School Facility Needs Analysis and Establishing School Facilities Fees ("Level II/III Development Fees")
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to hold a Public Hearing on the School Facility Needs Analysis and establishing alternative school fees.
Actions:
Motion
Passed with a motion by Lisa Kaplan and a second by Micah Grant.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Rationale:
In accordance with the requirements of Government Code Section 65995.5, the Board shall convene a Public Hearing to receive comments from members of the public regarding the District’s notice for proposal for approving the School Facilities Needs Analysis and adopting Alternative School Facilities Fees (“Level II/III Development Fees”). The School Facilities Needs Analysis was completed and made available to the public on February 19, 2021 and the required Notice of Public Hearing ran in the Sacramento Bee newspaper (both paper and online) classifieds on February 19, 2021.
 
Minutes:
President Heredia opened the Public Hearing at 7:22 p.m. She asked if anyone was in attendance to make a public comment for this public hearing? She stated there are no in person public comments for this public hearing this evening. She asked if we received any eComments for this public hearing this evening?

Christina Huth, Executive Director stated that we did not receive any eComments for this public hearing.
IX. ACTION ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: Formal action is required on each item which frequently includes discussion prior to the motion. Time is given for public comments.
Minutes:
President Heredia asked if there was anyone in attendance wishing to make a public comment regarding any of the action items on tonight's agenda? She stated that there were no in person public comments for any of the action items on tonight's agenda. She asked if we received any eComment for any of the action items?

Christina Huth, Executive Director stated we did not receive any eComments for any of the action items on tonight's agenda.
IX.a. Approve the 2021-2022 Regular Board Meeting Schedule
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the 2021-2022 Regular Board Meeting Schedule.
Minutes:
Trustee Kaplan stated that because it is regularly on her calendar that she has it for the second and fourth meeting in July. She shared that she planned a vacation for the third weekend in July and will not be here unless they can move this to a Tuesday in July rather than Wednesday.

Trustee Grant stated that he would support that.

President Heredia asked how soon do we need this and if we need to look at anything else? She asked if this is an item that can be brought back? She asked how we should proceed with this.

Superintendent Evans stated that he did not foresee Tuesday, July 20th being a problem. He asked staff if there was anything on the calendar that is significant.

President Heredia stated that there could be for her.

Superintendent Evans stated that this item is not time sensitive or urgent to vote on it tonight. He added that it is our practice to bring it in the spring so that at some point within a meeting or two it is approved and we are as transparent as possible for the public.

President Heredia stated that we will pull Action Item A.

Superintendent Evans asked if the Board would like him to pull it so that there are no motions that need to be made?

President Heredia responded yes.

Superintendent Evans stated he is pulling the item so that there is no further discussion. He asked the Board to take a look at calendars and staff will bring this item back.
Attachments:
Draft 2020-2021 Regular Board Meeting Schedule
IX.b. Approve Resolution No. 21-13 Denouncing Hate Crimes and Bigotry Targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board will have the opportunity to consider Resolution No. 21-13 Denouncing Hate Crimes and Bigotry Targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.
Actions:
Motion
The Board will have the opportunity to consider Resolution No. 21-13 Denouncing Hate Crimes and Bigotry Targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Passed with a motion by Lisa Kaplan and a second by Jag Bains.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Rationale:
Natomas Unified’s Core Belief is Our Diversity is a Strength. In support of that belief and to denounce discrimination, racism, hatred, or bigotry towards groups and individuals in light of the recent violent attacks where Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders were intentionally targeted, Trustees will have the opportunity to consider Resolution No. 21-13.
 
Minutes:
Superintendent Evans stated it has been a difficult year for many of our Asian American and Pacific Islander friends. He added that hate crimes have gone up 150% in this last year and with the tragedy that took place last week it was asked to be put on the agenda. He noted that the Board can amend it, discuss it if they like or motion to approve it with a second in support of denouncing hate crimes and bigotry towards Asian American and Pacific Islanders.

President Heredia stated that she received communication from Trustee Kaplan about expanding on the resolution.

Trustee Kaplan asked what she had sent President Heredia? She added that she asked for something to be added to the agenda and that she also looked at what Davis had done but that she does not remember the email.

President Heredia clarified that Trustee Kaplan sent her something with wording from two entities and it is worth considering. She asked the other Trustees if anyone else has anything else that they want to offer on expanding the resolution?

Trustee Kaplan stated that she is also okay with how the resolution is worded now. She explained that President Heredia was taxing her memory because she had sent it over a month ago. She shared that she had asked if we would consider what Davis had done. She explained that she knows staff has worked on the language and it is reflective of Natomas and showing that our Asian Pacific Islander community is 14.7% and diversity is our strength and that we denounce this type of hate. She opined it is consistent with our diversity and how we act here in Natomas. She reiterated that she is okay with the language as is and that she was more wanting something to be on the agenda.
Attachments:
Resolution No. 21-13 Denouncing Hate Crimes and Bigotry Targeting Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders
IX.c. Approve Resolution No. 21-09, Authorizing Use of Piggyback Contract for Purchase of Furniture (Cafeteria Tables) for Various Sites
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 21-09, authorizing the use of a piggy back contract for the purchase of cafeteria tables with Campbell Keller for Heron School and Two Rivers Elementary.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 21-09, authorizing the use of a piggy back contract for the purchase of cafeteria tables with Campbell Keller for Heron School and Two Rivers Elementary. Passed with a motion by Jag Bains and a second by Ericka Harden.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Rationale:
Campbell Keller has provided proposals for the replacement of cafeteria tables at Heron School and Two Rivers Elementary.

The cost for the tables at each site is as follows: Heron School $110,990.20, Two Rivers Elementary $92,780.42. Natomas Unified may purchase with Campbell Keller through a piggyback contract with Los Rios Community College District. In 2019 Los Rios Community College District solicited proposals for District Wide Furniture and Related Services. 

Campbell Keller was awarded the bid. Natomas Unified School District may piggyback on the approved bid in accordance with Public Contract Code Section 20118. Purchasing through contracts issued by various state agencies within the State of California will save administrative time and expense, provide favorable pricing, and will be in the best interests of the District.

 
Attachments:
LRCC Piggyback Documents
NATOMAS USD HERON ES - Pocket tables
NATOMAS USD TWO RIVERS ES - Pocket Tables
Resolution 21-09
IX.d. Approve Resolution No. 21-10 Awarding and Approving Site/Facilities Leases with XL Construction for the K-5 Dual Immersion School (Northpointe Property)
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 21-10 awarding and approving Site and Facilities Leases with XL Construction for the K-5 Dual Immersion School (Northpointe Property) and making related findings.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 21-10 awarding and approving Site and Facilities Leases with XL Construction for the K-5 Dual Immersion School (Northpointe Property) and making related findings. Passed with a motion by Lisa Kaplan and a second by Jag Bains.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Rationale:
On January 28, 2021, a Public Notice was issued requesting proposals for Lease-Leaseback Construction services for the K-5 Dual Immersion (Northpointe Property) project. Eight pre-qualified contractors submitted proposals. The proposals were reviewed and scored according to the selection criteria identified in AR 3211.2, Lease-Leaseback Contracts, which were approved by the Board on October 11, 2017. After review of the eight submissions, it was determined that XL Construction had the highest scored proposal. A Notice of Intent to Award was issued to XL Construction on March 2, 2021. The contract consists of a Site Lease whereby the District leases the site to the contractor for $1 and a Facilities Lease whereby the contractor will construct the project on the site and lease it back to the District in consideration for the District making payments equal to the construction costs. The Facilities Lease also contains a financed portion of the project cost. XL Construction will provide pre-construction services at no charge. Once DSA approval is obtained and a price and schedule are finalized with the contractor, we will bring an amendment to the contract back to the Board for approval that will set forth the scope, price and time for completion.
 
Minutes:
Trustee Kaplan stated she is conscious of how we do things in Natomas and wants to ensure that we are transparent in the work that we do and make sure that NUSD is not with one contractor. She added that we did receive eight bids for this site and seven for the next one. She noted that she wanted to hear staff's reasoning. She shared for transparency it needs to be stated that XL Construction has done great work for us and they have also offered a significant price reduction if awarded both of these projects. She noted that for transparency it needed to be made aware for the community.
Attachments:
LLB Contract Northpointe XL
Resolution 21-10 Northpointe
Site Lease Northpointe XL
IX.e. Approve Resolution No. 21-11 Awarding and Approving Site/Facilities Leases with XL Construction for the Inderkum Public Safety Pathway/Sports Fields/Softball Complex
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 21-11 awarding and approving Site and Facilities Leases with XL Construction for the Inderkum Public Safety Pathway/Sports Fields/Softball Complex and making related findings.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 21-11 awarding and approving Site and Facilities Leases with XL Construction for the Inderkum Public Safety Pathway/Sports Fields/Softball Complex and making related findings. Passed with a motion by Estefania Garcia and a second by Micah Grant.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Rationale:
On January 28, 2021, a Public Notice was issued requesting proposals for Lease-Leaseback Construction services for the Inderkum Public Safety Pathway/Sports Fields/Softball Complex project. Seven pre-qualified contractors submitted proposals. The proposals were reviewed and scored according to the selection criteria identified in AR 3211.2, Lease-Leaseback Contracts, which were approved by the Board on October 11, 2017. After review of the seven submissions, it was determined that XL Construction had the highest scored proposal. A Notice of Intent to Award was issued to XL Construction on March 2, 2021. The contract consists of a Site Lease whereby the District leases the site to the contractor for $1 and a Facilities Lease whereby the contractor will construct the project on the site and lease it back to the District in consideration for the District making payments equal to the construction costs. The Facilities Lease also contains a financed portion of the project cost. XL Construction will provide pre-construction services at no charge. Once DSA approval is obtained and a price and schedule are finalized with the contractor, we will bring an amendment to the contract back to the Board for approval that will set forth the scope, price and time for completion.
 
Attachments:
LLB Contract IHS PSP SOFTBALL XL
Resolution 21-11 IHS PSP Sports
Site Lease PSP Softball XL
IX.f. Approve Resolution No. 21-12 School Facilities Needs Analysis, Adopting Alternative School Facilities Fees, and Making Related Findings and Determinations
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 21-12 School Facilities Needs Analysis, Adopting Alternative School Facilities Fees, and Making Related Findings and Determinations.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 21-12 School Facilities Needs Analysis, Adopting Alternative School Facilities Fees, and Making Related Findings and Determinations. Passed with a motion by Micah Grant and a second by Lisa Kaplan.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Rationale:
Resolution No. 21-12 regarding the School Facilities Needs Analysis, Adopting Alternative School Facilities Fees is in compliance with Government Code Section 65995.5, 65995.6 and 65995.7; and Section 17620 of Education Code. The adoption of Resolution 21-12 approves the School Facilities Needs Analysis and allows the District to levy fees in excess of the State Statutory Fee (Level I fee) in the form of Alternative No. 2 Fees (Level II fees, $4.56/ square foot).
 
Minutes:
Trustee Kaplan stated she wants to make sure it was stated that this is a reduction of fees from last year. She made note that our fees are close to the same as they were two years ago. She added that this is the first time that we have been able to comply with the legal requirement of five years of our own development since the moratorium was lifted. She shared it is true data of what we are seeing and able to generate for students of our community. She noted it is relevant as we look to planning for the future.
Attachments:
NatomasUSD_SFNA_2021_Fn
Resolution 21-12 SFNA
IX.g. Approve Contract with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. for Project Management Services
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a contract with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. for project management services.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve a contract with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. for project management services. Passed with a motion by Micah Grant and a second by Ericka Harden.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Rationale:
Vanir Construction Management, Inc. has provided the District with project management services since 2016. Vanir’s project managers have successfully delivered over 20 projects for the District. The new contract with Vanir provides project management services for the next three years of projects, at a minimum, and is in the amount of One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,500,000). Funding for Vanir is built into each project budget and included in the Facilities Financial Plan.
 
Attachments:
Vanir Agreement PM Services
IX.h. Approve the Facilities Use Agreement Between Natomas Unified School District and Westlake Charter School
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Facilities Use Agreement between Natomas Unified School District and Westlake Charter School.
Actions:
Motion
The Board is asked to approve the Facilities Use Agreement between Natomas Unified School District and Westlake Charter School. Passed with a motion by Estefania Garcia and a second by Lisa Kaplan.
Vote:
Yes Jag Bains.
Yes Estefania Garcia.
Yes Micah Grant.
Yes Ericka Harden.
Yes Dr. Susan Heredia.
Yes Lisa Kaplan.
Rationale:
The attached Facilities Use Agreement between the District and Westlake Charter School beginning July 1, 2020 and ending on June 30, 2024.
 
Attachments:
Westlake Charter School FUA 2020-2024
X. ADJOURNMENT
Minutes:
President Heredia adjourned the meeting at 7:33 p.m.

The resubmit was successful.