REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Central USD
February 27, 2018 6:00PM
CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL-EAST CAMPUS
WAYNE "HONDO" HODGE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
3535 NORTH CORNELIA AVENUE, FRESNO, CA 93722
6:00 P.M. CLOSED SESSION IN THE BOARD ROOM
7:00 P.M. OPEN SESSION IN THE PAC
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| The meeting was called to order by President Granda at 6:00 pm. |
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| All were present with the exception of Mr. Cervantes. Mr. Cervantes joined the meeting at 6:08 pm. |
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Ruben Coronado and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Absent Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Persons wishing to address the governing board on any item may do so at this time. A maximum of 20 minutes total is set aside for persons wishing to address the Board, with a maximum of 3 minutes per person. If you wish to address the Board, please fill out a request form provided on the table near the entrance, and submit it to the Clerk of the Board prior to the meeting. If you wish to address the Board on an agenda item, please do so when that item is called. Items requiring lengthy discussion may, at the Board’s discretion, be scheduled as a specific agenda item at future meetings. Speakers are requested to state their name and to address comments to the Board of Trustees. The Board is governed by the Brown Act and may briefly respond to public comments but take no action except on items scheduled on the agenda.
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Yvonne Sanchez has concerns about Mr. Sutton's contract. Math scores have improved. Is this the true reason that this is the true reason that his contract is under scrutiny? With a minority-controlled board, are you concerned that the five of you that have been silent regarding his contract renewal are minorities? Should we, the public, expect a minority Superintendent as a replacement? Do you feel this will go unnoticed by the public? Will this person be qualified, having prior Superintendent experience and credentials? Do you feel this decision will help you get reelected in November?
Jeff Yribarren: The public record shows overwhelming support of the community and teachers for renewing the contract of Mark Sutton. We've elected you to act on our behalf in conducting the business of the district and expect you to do so. By delaying the contract renewal to the last minute, you are putting the district in a poor position. You've also colluded outside of regular business meetings and have violated the Brown Act. This community is aware of the corruption and cronyism at all levels in the district, and we're not going to put up with it anymore. Do the right thing. Renew Mr. Sutton's contract and work with him to continue the progress that's been achieved. Spoken to many in the community, and I promise you will be held accountable.
Andrew Alvarez: Sophomore at Central, addressing the sports programs. He expects support of the Board and the Superintendent. Many sports don't get recognized because they don't win championships.
Fabiola Vite: (translator Carmela Gonzales) I volunteer at school with my children and assist many events and with workshops with parents. I've never witnessed Mr. Sutton at any of these events, meetings or sports with my children.
Mercy Hernandez: Central alumni, former employee, parent and future teacher, read excerpts from school board bylaws. Under Limits of Board Members, it states Board Members shall hold the education of students above any partisan principle, group interest or personal interest; and under Governance Standards, it states the governing board believes that it's primary responsibility is to act in the best interest of every student in the district. The Board also has a major commitment to parents, guardians, all members of the community, employees, the State of California, laws pertaining to public education and established policies of the district, to maximize board effectiveness and public confidence in district governance. Board members are expected to govern responsibly and hold themselves to the highest standard of ethical conduct. I do have confidence in 2 members of the board. To those others, my confidence is built by lack of transparency that has been demonstrated regarding this issue. In fact, your leadership has led to negative speculation.
Sandra Flores: Your leadership has led to negative speculation of self-service intention regarding Mr. Sutton's contract renewal. The diminishing leadership that is being demonstrated is contrary to the Board's primary responsibility to act in the best interest of every student in the district and to your commitments to all of us. Let's reason together and consider the opportunity to demonstrate how to build confidence and partnerships. We have a shared future. It is imperative for our school board leaders to be multipliers and not diminishers. We want to support a good decision making. Let's give the superintendent the time, resources and support he needs.
Elena Vincent, a proud Central alumnus, teacher and taxpayer for the school district: I urge you to renew Mr. Sutton's contract. I am a proud Latina first-generation college graduate, soon to be graduating with my Master of Arts in teaching and a product of Central HS and have felt truly honored to return to my alma mater as a Social Science teacher. Mr. Sutton is the best man for the job. If you do not agree, I would like to hear why. If you choose to let him go, as a teacher, taxpayer, alumna and future parent, I would be incredibly disappointed for what is to come. Please listen to your constituents and do what it right. Renew his contract.
Kathy Sanchez: Worked at the District for 20 years. Currently works at GP and RV; and a traveling teacher. There is overcrowding and no serious attempt at serious class-size reduction or hiring of more teachers and staff. I've heard that some teachers report that morale has improved. Those teachers don't speak for all of us. Morale at GP and many other sites is very low. Continuous safety concerns and lack of discipline at Glacier has been addressed for over 2 years by our staff to our administration as well as district administration and with you, our board members. I cannot make the recommendation for our Superintendent. I support our board members.
Eric Engelman: Resident, parent and business owner who interacts a great deal with many staff and students in Central Unified. Four generations of Engleman's have attended Central and we have not seen the students, staff and community progressing like it is now. What part of being successful do you not like? You won't answer that, you don't answer to anyone. At this point the community wouldn't believe you anyway. You have lost their trust. Where do we go from here? By the end of November, we will likely have a brand new, inexperienced Superintendent, as well as a brand-new, inexperienced Board. Our district will not only lose its forward momentum, but it will flounder. I believe our children will pay for this ill-conceived change in leadership. This can take a decade or more to recover from. This result can easily be avoided right now by renewing Mr. Sutton's contract.
Jerry Montgomery - Alumni, class of 1992 with two daughters in Central Unified. Mr. Sutton has proved in just two years that he is fully vested with our children, his employees, and our community. He's reached out to those who have never been included before. He attends every Central Unified activity that is humanly possible, whether it be academics, arts, carnivals, fundraisers, sports, ag events, special education classrooms, and listens to the teachers to see what they need. Mr. Sutton knows more about the needs of our children, parents and employees in the district that any other Superintendent. Having strong leaders make children feel that they are valued members of our community.
Judee Stagnoli: 12 year employee at CHS. I am the type of person to do whatever it takes to care for the kids. The students are asking why the board doesn't want Mr. Sutton to stay. Who doesn't want Mr. Sutton to stay, and what has he done wrong? Those of you who don't work with kids may not think anything of it, but that is where the problem is. You are so far removed from the students that you can't see the impact that Mr. Sutton has had on them. For students to question, to speak out, to show up at board meetings is a huge deal. Bottom line is they don't normally care about anything really, other than themselves. They care about Mr. Sutton because he cares about them. He works for them. He takes the time to attend their functions and make them feel important. I am here for our kids, not a Principal, not a Superintendent, not a Board. What I ask of you is to realize your job is the same, to work for our kids, to do what's best for them.
Natalie Lake: a sophomore at West campus, attending Central schools since Kindergarten. Never knew what a Superintendent was until two years ago. I'm an average student, not an athlete, not in student government, and right now I have a C in Chemistry, but Mr. Sutton knows all of this, and guess what? He still stops me every time and he sees how I'm doing, and if I need help with anything. My sister is also a former student at Central and is now a freshman at the Univ. of Utah. Mr. Sutton emails her every month, just to check in with her. I've never seen anyone, let alone a Superintendent, continue to care about us students after graduation. It's important for us highschoolers to feel connected and feel like their voices matter. Mr. Sutton has made, not only me, but many other students feel like they have a voice. Please hear our voices and renew Mr. Sutton's contract.
Bernice Bailey: For the record, Mr. Sutton did come to the water polo game, and thank you for pointing out that we had a losing season, but he was there. I've attended meetings for years and I've never seen as many people attend a board meeting as these last few supporting Mr. Sutton. If you can't see that, you need to open your eyes. Please listen to our students, staff, and parents (also known as your constituents). They support Sutton.
Riley Rollu and Fresno-Central FFA chapter officers: We've all been in FFA for the past 4 years and we've know Mr. Sutton all of them. He's very active in attending our banquets and other activities, including the recent Donkey Basketball. He's always quick to ask us how we're doing and what our future plans are, including college. He's supportive in everything we do and takes the time to visit our projects at the Big Fresno Fair and gives us an encouraging Good Luck on our future endeavors. We are extremely thankful for his continuous support of our program and everything he does for our district. Thank you Mr. Sutton.
Tina Tompkins - EL teacher at CHSE, Director of Pep & Cheer & CUTA Site Rep: Presented the findings from a recent survey of teachers done by Thomas Burkart, a teacher at East campus. The purpose of his survey was to get a real feel of where the teachers stood in regards to Mr. Sutton continuing as our Superintendent. 392 teachers voted out of 788 who received the survey. I feel that the survey was a good representation and I feel this survey should strongly be considered since only 348 teachers voted in the last CUTA election which determined Judee Martinez as our CUTA President and Laura Bolton as our Vice-President. The results of our survey showed 68% voted to endorse the renewal of Mr. Sutton's contract, which is precisely 268 teachers, while there were only 13 teachers who opposed the endorsement of Mr. Sutton.
Ana Maldonado: (translator: Carmela Gonzales) Proud mother of 3 students in the district. Supposedly the superintendent is at every event, but she hasn't seen him at her children's events or soccer games. Understood he's invited to student night for the graduates. Why are we focused more on Mr. Sutton and not on our educational programs? How about you focus on the security of our children and the bullying going on with our children on the school buses or at the school sites? Is the security of our kids not important? Isn't that valuable? Doesn't that call your attention?
Michael Cruz: Been in Central for 9 years. He supports the Board members on any decision they make. "I'm tired of the dividing, and with that being said, I do not support Ms. Terry Cox, so I serve you with a notice of recall Ms. Cox, for dividing the Central Unified Community."
Wendy Yribarren: Why is this Board doing this? No one understands why the Board is putting the district in this position. I urge you to look at the petition that went out at 9:00 last night, that has over 500 signatures in less than 24 hours. Finish this tonight, renew his contract his contract tonight, and please teach these kids that the democratic process works and show them that when they give a voice, that the people who are elected to support them will do that and listen.
Diana Gallardo, Senior at CHSE: Asked the students in support of Mr. Sutton to stand. "These are the voters in the fall. They know who stands for their best interests. So, decide on the renewal of Mr. Sutton's contract tonight."
Alex Belanger: Terry is doing a great job. Leadership and staff at Polk is exceptional. Lives in CentralUSD but works in FUSD as Assistant Superintendent of Facilities--concerned about West campus and getting ready for the new campus by the stadium. One option is a Wall-to-wall CTE or magnet high school and wants to volunteer his time to bring that together.
Lynda Labendeira: 26 year veteran teacher, raised her children in Central schools. Proud of how the community has come together under various circumstances. Was Janessa Ramirez' homeroom teacher. Mr. Sutton is there for them. I serve as a teacher on the STAT committee and a very active member in CUTA and this community, from Soccer to Band, to agriculture. I support Mr. Sutton. He's very kind, very caring, has very good family values. It takes an incredible amount of experience and knowledge to run a district. It takes an incredible amount of research to know what the grants are out there to run a school district, from Transportation to clerical, to buildings, to operations, education, or laws. Every day we lose time with the Superintendent, we lost money for these children. |
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| Closed Session was called at 6:31 pm. |
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A) Retirements - 3
B) Substitutes - 2
C) Coaches - 2 |
Passed with a motion by Mr. Ruben Coronado and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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A) Assignment – 2
B) Retirement – 1
C) Resignation – 2
D) Promotion – 2
E) Transfer – 1
F) Substitutes – 3
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Rama Dawar and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Ruben Coronado and a second by Mr. Rama Dawar. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
No Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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| The Board accepted the retirement of a Certificated employee by a vote of 6-1. |
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Agency designated representatives: Cesar Granda, Board President and Jack Kelejian, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
Unrepresented Employee: Superintendent
Employee organization: CUTA and CSEA |
Motion to terminate contract. Passed with a motion by Mr. Cesar Granda and a second by Mr. Ruben Coronado. |
No Mr. Richard Atkins.
No Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
No Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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"The motion was to terminate the contract for the Superintendent. So the motion, made by Ruben Coronado, yes; Richard Solis, yes; Phil Cervantes, no; Cesar Granda, yes; Terry Cox, no; Richard Atkins, no; Rama Dawar, yes; for 4-3. The motion was to give Superintendent Mark Sutton a 10 day calendar written notice of termination without cause, pursuant to Paragraph 9e of his Employment Agreement with the District; Place Mr. Sutton on paid administration leave, effective immediately and continuing until the end of the 10 day calendar period; Authorize me as Board President to discuss the Board-Superintendent employment relationship with Mr. Sutton during the 10-day calendar period, as stated in Paragraph 9e of the Employment Agreement; Terminate Mr. Sutton's employment as Superintendent without cause as the conclusion of the 10 calendar period and effect no later than March 11, 2018. Pay Mr. Sutton consequentially with Paragraph 9e of his Employment Agreement through the Agreement of June 30, 2018 expiration date."
*At the Board Meeting on March 13, 2018, Mr. Granda pulled the minutes of the 2/27/18 Board meeting for correction and a separate vote. He stated that he had incorrectly reported the Motion and Second to Item E.5., terminating the Superintendent's contract. The motion was made by Granda and the second was made by Coronado. The minutes will be corrected, with a motion by Atkins, seconded by Granda to approve the minutes as corrected. |
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Open Session was reconvened at 7:18 pm, and Mr. Granda reported on actions taken during Closed Session.
Mr. Granda stated: "Housekeeping from Closed Session. On E.4 - in Closed Session, the Board accepted the retirement of a Certificated employee by a vote of 6-1. The motion was made by Ruben Coronado and Rama Dawar 6-1, Cervantes being the 1."
Mr. Granda stated: “The other action that was taken in Closed Session is as follows: On a vote during closed session of 4 to 3, the Board Members voting yes and the Board Members voting no, to the Board taking action. The way the vote was, roll call vote: Ruben Coronado, yes; Richard Solis, yes; ..."
Mrs. Cox requested the Motion.
Mr. Granda: "The motion was to terminate the contract for the Superintendent. *So the motion, made by Ruben Coronado, yes; Richard Solis, yes; Phil Cervantes, no; Cesar Granda, yes; Terry Cox, no; Richard Atkins, no; Rama Dawar, yes; for 4-3. The motion was to give Superintendent Mark Sutton a 10 day calendar written notice of termination without cause, pursuit to Paragraph 9e of his Employment Agreement with the District; Place Mr. Sutton on paid administration leave, effective immediately and continuing until the end of the 10 day calendar period; Authorize me as Board President to discuss the Board-Superintendent employment relationship with Mr. Sutton during the 10 day calendar period, as stated in Paragraph 9e of the Employment Agreement; Terminate Mr. Sutton's employment as Superintendent without cause as the conclusion of the 10 calendar period and effect no later than March 11, 2018. Pay Mr. Sutton consequentially with Paragraph 9e of his Employment Agreement through the Agreement of June 30, 2018 expiration date."
*At the Board Meeting on March 13, 2018, Mr. Granda pulled the minutes of the 2/27/18 Board meeting for correction and a separate vote. He stated that he had incorrectly reported the Motion and Second to Item E.5., terminating the Superintendent's contract. The motion was made by Granda and the second was made by Coronado. The minutes will be corrected, with a motion by Atkins, seconded by Granda to approve the minutes as corrected. |
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| Jack Kelejian, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources |
| Mr. Kelejian led the flag salute. |
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| Rio Vista Middle School Band - Adam Pietz, Director |
| Rio Vista Middle School Band played an instrumental version of the Star Spangled Banner. |
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| Two teams from Central High School and Pershing Continuation High School were recognized and congratulated by the Board for the participation and success in the Academic Decathlon. |
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Team 1: Harjot Thiara, Mahek Bhatti, Cristian Torre, Ashley Davis, Sebastian Mauricio, Sumit Sidhu, Zyeke Mireles, Pushpinder Kaur, Tyesen Rogers, Ethan Davis, Lillian Ramirez, Khivon Kaur, Ryan Day - Coach
Team 2: Pawanjit Sarkaria, Tarnjot Khangura, Isabelle Butler, Abheybir Sekhon, Arjun Dhesi, Stephanie Negrete, Breanna London, Isaiah Galindo, Mansharnjit Aujla, Brianna Gomez, Michael Garcia, Alexis Leon, Ryan Day - Coach |
Medalists: - Harjot Thiara: Bronze Medal in Music
- Ashley Davis: Bronze Medal in Economics, Gold Medal in Interview, Bronze Medal in Literature, Gold Medal in Speech
- Sebastian Mauricio: Silver Medal in Music
- Zyeke Mireles: Bronze Medal in Interview, Gold Medal in Science, Silver Medal in Speech
- Pushpinder Kaur: Gold Medal in Economics, Bronze Medal in Essay
- Tyesen Rogers: Gold Medal in Essay, Gold Medal in Social Science, Bronze Medal in Speech
- Lillian Ramirez: Bronze Medal in Economics, Bronze Medal in Math
- Khivon Kaur: Bronze Medal in Math, Bronze Medal in Art, Bronze Medal in Science
- Pawanjit Sarkaria: Bronze Medal in Economics, Bronze Medal in Music
- Stephanie Negrete: Gold Medal in Speech, Silver Medal in Speech Overall
- Brianna Gomez: Bronze Medal in Speech Overall, Gold Medal in Literature, Silver Medal in Literature Overall, Silver Medal in Speech
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| Sarah Ceballos, Cereli Diaz, Mike Duckett, Eric Grant, Brendan Hochstettler, Garret Pointer, Suzie Rodriguez, John Barber - Coach |
Medalists: - Sarah Ceballos - Silver Medal in Literature
- Cereli Diaz - Silver Medal in Math, Silver Medal in Essay
- Mike Duckett - Silver Medal in Social Studies
- Eric Grant - Silver Medal in Math
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Persons wishing to address the governing board on any item may do so at this time. A maximum of 20 minutes total is set aside for persons wishing to address the Board, with a maximum of 3 minutes per person. If you wish to address the Board, please fill out a request form provided on the table near the entrance, and submit it to the Clerk of the Board prior to the meeting. If you wish to address the Board on an agenda item, please do so when that item is called. Items requiring lengthy discussion may, at the Board’s discretion, be scheduled as a specific agenda item at future meetings. Speakers are requested to state their name and to address comments to the Board of Trustees. The Board is governed by the Brown Act and may briefly respond to public comments but take no action except on items scheduled on the agenda.
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Robby Rosas, a goalkeeper on the CHS soccer team, has concerns with the coaches regarding his playing time. When he spoke to them, his concerns were dismissed, and also poke to school administration, who he felt dismissed his concerns as well, and even said, if he was so unhappy, perhaps he should quit the team.
Thomas Laxson spoke about concerns regarding the soccer program. The JV coaches were more knowledgeable and experienced than the head varsity coaches.
Noah Martinez, a junior at CHS and varsity player on the soccer team. There are safety issues. In the game against Buchanan, Coach Martin told a player who had been previously injured that he needed to warm up. The player told him he wasn't ready and was still hurt. The coach rolled his eyes and told him to get over it and stop being scared. These coaches are not ready to coach at the varsity level.
Miguel Gonzalez: Nothing has changed with coaches. He's played soccer for 4 years. They're not good coaches. So much talent at Central is wasted.
Daniel Saavedra, Class of 2016 - concerned with boys' soccer team, his junior year, he sat the bench. The coaches were very harsh and they were told they had to join a club or they wouldn't get playing time.
Kelly English provided binders to the Board with a charter petition for Augustus Academy to be considered in the Central district. Plan is to service non-traditional learners with creative arts and technology. |
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| In order to promote efficient meetings, the Board may bundle a number of items and act upon them together by a single vote through the use of a consent agenda. Consent agenda items shall be items of a routine nature and items for which Board discussion is not anticipated and for which the Superintendent recommends approval. When any Board member requests the removal of an item from the consent agenda, the item shall be removed and given individual consideration for action as a regular agenda item. (Board Bylaw 9322) |
Passed with a motion by Mr. Rama Dawar and a second by Mr. Ruben Coronado. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Requests for overnight field trips and day trips more than 150 miles must obtain prior approval from the Central Unified School District Board of Trustees.
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The following requests for overnight field trips and day trips over 150 miles are attached: - River Bluff Elementary - Sonora, CA (03/05/2018)
- Central High ROP - Los Angeles, CA (03/06/2018)
- CHS Boys volleyball - San Luis Obispo, CA (03/08/2018)
- El Capitan Middle School - Anaheim, CA (04/16/2018)
- El Capitan Middle School ELD - Monterey, CA (04/23/2018)
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- River Bluff Elementary - Student/Parent Fundraising - Cost per student $25,650 ($270 x 95 students)
- Central High ROP - ROP - Cost to District - $2,500
- CHS Boys Volleyball - Athletics & Boosters - Cost to District - $1,350
- El Capitan Middle School - ASB/Fundraising - Cost per student $5,068 ($181 x 28 students)
- El Capitan Middle School ELD - EC/LCFF Site Budget - Cost to District $1,300
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| Administration is recommending approval of the overnight field trips and day trips over 150 miles. |
CONSENT 2-27-18
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Per Board Policy 3350, all out-of-state travel for which reimbursement will be claimed shall be approved in advance by the Central Unified School District Board of Trustees.
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The following request for out-of-state travel is attached: - 2018 CADA State Convention (2/28-3/3)
- One Voice Program (5/1-5/4)
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- 2018 CADA State Convention - Registration, lodging, transportation and meals $1,070.31
- One Voice Program - Lodging, transportation and meals $1,748.09
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| Administration is recommending approval of the Employees Out of State Travel. |
CADA 2018 State Convention
One Voice Program
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| In an effort to enhance course offerings and support student learning at our middle schools, administration and Educational Services are requesting Board approval to offer Chamber Choir and Bass Choir beginning as early as Fall 2018. |
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Chamber Choir: This new course is open to singers with at least one year experience. Singers build on basic skills by reading, writing, notating and describing music including intervals, chords and progressions. Students analyze and compare quality and effectiveness of music performances. Singers perform in 3-4 parts and identify genre and form of music styles. Singers perform in a variety of concerts, festivals, and competitions both during the school day and after school.
Bass Choir: This new course is open to all level of tenor and bass singers. Students build basic skills in reading, notating and describing music, as well as analyzing music performance. Students perform in 2-3 parts and identify various genres of music in appropriate styles, with a focus on choral repertoire. Singers are required to attend all performances, including but not limited to concerts and festivals both during the school day and after school. Special attention will be paid to healthily navigating the changing adolescent male voice and specific issues related to the voice change. |
| When added to the master schedule, financial impact will be based on the percent of FTE needed for a certificated salary. |
| Administration requests approval of Visual and Performance Arts courses. |
Course Descriptions
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| The 2019-2021 calendars for Central Unified School District was created through collaboration with CUTA and CSEA after consideration of instructional days for students, duty days for employees and a list of holidays to be observed. |
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| Administration is recommending review of the proposal for the 2019-2021 calendars for Central Unified School District. |
| Administration recommends approval of the 2019-2021 calendar proposals for Central Unified School District. |
Proposed Calendars_2019-2021 School Years
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Solis and a second by Mr. Cesar Granda. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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| On an annual basis, California School Board Association (CSBA) holds their annual Delegate Assembly Election to fill any vacancies. Delegates serve two-year terms beginning April 1st to March 31st. The Board as a whole may vote for up to the number of vacancies in the region or subregion as indicated on the ballot. Regardless of the number of vacancies, each board may cast no more than one vote for any one candidate. The ballot also contains a provision for write-in candidates; their name and district must be clearly printed in the space provided. |
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Attached to this item is a copy of the Ballot and a current list of all Delegates in Region 10. Also, included for your review, are 2018 Delegate Assembly Biographical Sketch Forms for each of the following nominees: - Connie Brooks (Kings Canyon Joint USD)
- Darrell Carter (Washington USD)
- Gilbert F. Coelho (Firebaugh-Las Deltas USD)
- Noman Saude (Sierra USD)
Board members will be given an opportunity to select four (4) nominees to represent Subregion 10-B (Fresno County). |
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Administration is recommending the Board select four (4) nominees to represent Subregion 10-B (Fresno County).
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Administration is recommending the Board select four (4) nominees to represent Subregion 10-B (Fresno County). Motion to vote for the 4 nominees on the ballot, Passed with a motion by Mr. Phillip Cervantes and a second by Mr. Cesar Granda. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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CSBA Delegate Information
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The California State Board of Education states in its Arts Education Policy, adopted in July 1989, that each student should receive a high quality, comprehensive arts education program, based on the adopted Visual and Performing Arts Framework for California Public Schools, Kindergarten through Grade twelve.
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Central Unified School District Board of Trustees joins the Fresno County Board of Education and the California State Board of Education in proclaiming and observing the month of March as Arts Education Month and encourages all educational communities to celebrate the arts with meaningful student activities and programs that demonstrate learning and understanding in the visual and performing arts.
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| Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-27 declaring March 2018 as Youth Art Month. |
Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-27 declaring March 2018 as Youth Art Month. Passed with a motion by Mr. Ruben Coronado and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Youth Art Month 2018
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The purpose of this day is to motivate and promote an awareness of reading through activities that call for every child in the community to celebrate reading. We encourage adults to bring reading excitement to children of all ages. This nationwide reading celebration takes place each year on the birthday of beloved children’s author Dr. Seuss, who epitomizes a love of learning. His rhyme and use of language have delighted generations of children. Motivating children to read is an important factor in student achievement and creating lifelong successful readers. Research has shown that children who are motivated and spend more time reading do better in school.
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Central Unified School District joins the Fresno County Board of Education in a countywide attempt to promote reading and adult involvement in the education of our students.
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| Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-28 declaring March 2, 2018 as National Education Association's Read Across America Day. |
Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-28 declaring March 2, 2018 as National Education Association's Read Across America Day. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Read Across America 2018
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Teen Tech Week is a national initiative of the Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) aimed at teens, their parents, educators and other concerned adults. The purpose of the initiative is to ensure that teens are competent and ethical users of technology, especially they types offered through libraries. Teen Tech Week encourages teens to take advantage of the technology at libraries for education and recreation, and to recognize that librarians are qualified, trusted professionals who can help them achieve greater digital literacy. Teen Tech Week began in 2007 and has a general theme of “Get Connected @ your library.”
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Central Unified School District joins in a nationwide attempt to promote teen technology involvement in the education of our students.
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None.
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| Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-29 declaring March 5-9, 2018 as Teen Tech Week. |
Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-29 declaring March 5-9, 2018 as Teen Tech Week. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Cesar Granda. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Teen Tech Week 2018
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Central Unified School District Board Policy 5132 states that, “The Governing Board will annually receive AR 5132 six months before each new school year as an information item and direct staff to communicate any changes to the public through school newsletters and other related vehicles.” AR 5132 dictates the district dress code for all students K-12 and is reviewed and updated annually to maintain order and provide a safe school environment for all students and to prohibit gang-related apparel.
A BlackBoard Connect message was sent from each School Site to parents January 22, 2018 to solicit their input regarding modifications needed in order to improve school learning environments in Central Unified School District. Principals and site staff were also consulted regarding the current dress code. Recommendation is to keep current dress code with no changes.
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The current BP 5132 and AR 5132 are supported by school sites and are effective in maintaining a safe and orderly school environment.
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No fiscal impact.
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| Administration is recommending approval of Dress Code policy. |
Administration is recommending approval of Dress Code policy. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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1) Dress Code Input
AR 5132 - Dress and Grooming
BP 5132 - Dress and Grooming
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A copy of each contract to be ratified is included.
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- Fresno County Superintendent of Schools - Internet Access Services Amendment 1
- Milliman Inc, - Employee Benefit Plan (District)
- Music Theatre International - Musical Materials (Central High East)
- SMG - Save Mart Center - Graduation Ceremony (Central High)
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Contracts have been budgeted for school year.
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Administration is requesting the Board ratify contracts for the school year.
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Administration is requesting the Board ratify contracts for the school year. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Cesar Granda. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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1) Fresno County Superintendent of Schools
2) Milliman, Inc.
3) Music Theatre International
4) SMG-Save Mart Center
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Revenue and expenditures are transferred between funds on a routine basis to reimburse expenses charged to one fund which ultimately should be charged to another fund. One such case is categorical funds reimbursing or receiving charges from transportation. Another typical transfer is local bond funds or developer fees expenses being moved against State facility revenues, once apportioned.
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Included is a list of fund transfers that have been processed for submission to the Fresno County Superintendent of Schools.
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None, transactions merely move expenditures from one fund to another without an impact on the district's net ending balance.
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| Administration is recommending the Board Ratify Fund Transfers for January 2018. |
Administration is recommending the Board Ratify Fund Transfers for January 2018. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Fund Transfers January 2018
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| On, June 13, 2017, the Board awarded Bid Number 1617-115 Houghton-Kearney Playcourt Reconstruction Project to Seal Rite Paving in the amount of $527,825.00. |
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The project produced two (2) Change Orders that resulted in a net increase to the contract amount; the Change Orders are to increase the bid by the amount of $96,780.33.
Change Order #1 are costs associated to mitigate unforeseen existing seepage pits.
Change Order #2 are costs associated to make necessary repairs for the failed Sanitary Septic System; Board adopted Emergency Resolution #17/18-03.
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| The final costs for the project are approximately $624.605.33 and will be funded through Deferred Maintenance. |
| Administration is recommending the Board Approve Change Orders for Houghton-Kearney Playcourt Reconstruction Project #1617-115. |
Administration is recommending the Board Approve Change Orders for Houghton-Kearney Playcourt Reconstruction Project #1617-115. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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1) Change Order #1 Houghton-Kearney Project #1617-115
2) Change Order #2 Houghton-Kearney Project #1617-115
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| On, June 13, 2017, the Board awarded Bid Number 1617-1156 Houghton-Kearney Playcourt Reconstruction to Seal Rite Paving in the amount of $527,825.00. |
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| The District determined the above referenced project has been fully completed. Current policy requires Board authorization to file the Notice of Completion. A copy of the Notice of Completion to be filed at the City is included. |
The contract amount was $527,825.00. There were two (2) Change Orders that resulted in a net increase to the contract amount; the Change Orders are in the amount of $96,780.33.
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| Administration is recommending the Board Approve Notice of Completion for Project #1617-115 Houghton-Kearney Playcourt Reconstruction. |
Administration is recommending the Board Approve Notice of Completion for Project #1617-115 Houghton-Kearney Playcourt Reconstruction. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Notice of Completion H-K Playcourt Reconstruction Project #1617-115
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On, May 23, 2017, the Board awarded the construction of Hanh Phan Tilley Elementary School to Harris Construction, Inc. The contract was for the buildings and on-site work only.
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The City of Fresno made alterations to Weldon Avenue requesting a realignment to match Weldon Avenue on the west side of Valentine. The drawings are complete and Harris Construction has submitted a change order with costs of approximately $1.2 million to complete the construction of Weldon Avenue and associated underground utilities.
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The off-site work project was included in the budget for $1,750,000.00 to be funded through Measure C, Developer Fees, and State Facilities Program.
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| Administration is recommending the Board Approve Change Order for Hanh Phan Tilley Elementary Offsite Work. |
Administration is recommending the Board Approve Change Order for Hanh Phan Tilley Elementary Offsite Work. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Rama Dawar. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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1) Change Order #1 Tilley Elementary School
2) Tilley Elementary School Revised Budget B069A
3) DSA Addendum 1
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| Requests for overnight field trips and day trips more than 150 miles must obtain prior approval from the Central Unified School District Board of Trustees. |
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The following requests for overnight field trips and day trips over 150 miles are attached: - CHS – Los Angeles, CA (03/20/2018)
- CHS Dance Club – Anaheim, CA (03/21/2018)
- CHS East ROP – Northridge, CA (03/23/2018)
- CHS – Riverside, CA (03/24/2018)
- CHS/Theatre Arts – Los Angeles, CA (03/24/2018)
- CHS/Theatre Arts – Upland, CA (03/28/2018)
- Tilley Elementary – San Francisco, CA (04/10/2018)
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- CHS – ASB – Cost to District $1,600
- CHS Dance Club – VAPA – Cost to District $300
- CHS East ROP – ROP – Cost to District $3,000
- CHS – ASB – Cost to District $1,950
- CHS/Theatre Arts – Drama/Theatre – Cost to District $1,525
- CHS/Theatre Arts – VAPA – Cost to District $2,800
- Tilley Elementary – LCFF – Cost to District $1,300 – Cost per student $340 ($10 x 34 students)
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| Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 13, 2018, Board Agenda for Action. |
| Moved to consent |
INFO 2-27-18
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As required by Government Code Section 3547-3547.5, the initial proposal from the Central Unified Teacher's Association/NEA Chapter 961 to Central Unified School District will be officially received.
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In compliance with Government Code Section 3547, a public hearing will be held prior to adopting the initial proposal from Central Unified Teacher's Association/CUTA/NEA Chapter 961 to Central Unified School District, affording an opportunity for the public to be informed and provide input.
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Administration recommends that the Board hold a public hearing and adopt the initial proposal from Central Unified Teacher's Association/NEA Chapter 961 to Central Unified School District.
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| Moved to the next board meeting for a public hearing and action |
Contract Reopeners - CUTA to CUSD - 2018-19
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As required by Government Code Section 3547-3547.5, the initial proposal from Central Unified School District to Central Unified Teacher's Association/NEA Chapter 961 will be officially received.
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In compliance with Government Code Section 3547, a public hearing will be held prior to adopting the initial proposals from Central Unified School District to Central Unified Teacher's Association/NEA Chapter 961, affording an opportunity for the public to be informed and provide input.
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Administration recommends that the Board hold a public hearing and adopt the initial proposals from Central Unified School District to Central Unified Teacher's Association/NEA Chapter 961.
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| Moved to the next board meeting for a public hearing and action |
Contract Reopeners - CUSD to CUTA - 2018-19
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As part of Central Unified School Districts ongoing commitment to going green, reducing emissions, and improving the quality of life for their students and community. The District is seeking funds to expand the School Bus fleet and implement cleaner fuel technology.
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The District has applied for a grant to add two 2019 Blue Bird T3RE All-Electric School Buses from Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Program. A requirement for the grant is a resolution be adopted supporting and implementing timely use of funding and project delivery schedules for federal transportation project selection for Federal Transportation Act: FAST Act.
Administration is requesting the use of a competitively-bid cooperative (“piggyback”) purchase agreement between A-Z Bus Sales and the Waterford Unified School District of Stanislaus County. |
| The total cost of this project is $739,861.58. The CMAQ grant is for $654,999.48 and the District will provide $84,862.12 from General Fund. |
| Administration is requesting this item be placed on the March 13, 2018, Board Agenda for action. |
| Moved to consent |
1) Resolution #17-18-32 FAST Act AB102
2) CMAQ Grant
3) Waterford Piggyback Bid
4) A-Z Vehicle Quote
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Due to the increasing cost of security services Request for Proposal (RFP) was conducted.
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| RFP #1969-1972-3 Security Guard and Patrol Services closed on November 8, 2017. Three proposals were submitted and Alltech Industries, Inc. was the lowest responsible bidder. |
| The cost of security services will be approximately $78,768.88 and will be funded by General Fund. The District will see a savings of $12,867.44. |
| Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 13, 2018, Board Agenda for Action. |
| Moved to action |
1) RFP No. 1969-1972-3 Security Guard and Patrol Services Bid Tally
2) Alltech Industries, Inc. Proposal
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Each year, school districts must revise their adopted budget to reflect changes attributable to the State's adopted budget and changes to revenue and expenditures through the course of the year. The Fresno County Superintendent of Schools (FCSS) is required to review and report to the State regarding school districts fiscal solvency. The four milestones are the 45 day adoption, First and Second Interim reports, and June 30 budget adoption. The next required budget analysis and certification is state regulated by AB1200 requiring school districts to take a snapshot of budget and financial activity as of January 31st of each year (Second Interim Budget Report) and to report how well the District is performing relative to its budgeted revenue and expenditure assumptions. The First Interim Report was presented and approved on December 12, 2018. The District has received a letter concurring with the District’s Positive Certification at First Interim from Fresno County Office of Education.
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The Second Interim is being prepared and will be presented at the March 13, 2018, Board meeting for discussion and action.
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| The Second Interim is a status report. |
| Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 13, 2018, Board Agenda for Action. |
| Moved to action |
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| The next regular board meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. for Closed Session and 7:00 p.m. for Public Session in the Central High School-East Campus Performing Arts Center. |
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Phillip Cervantes and a second by Mr. Rama Dawar. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Absent Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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| The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 pm. |
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| Present | Mr. Richard Atkins |
| Absent | Mr. Phillip Cervantes |
| Present | Mr. Ruben Coronado |
| Present | Mrs. Terry Cox |
| Present | Mr. Rama Dawar |
| Present | Mr. Cesar Granda |
| Present | Mr. Richard Solis |
| Present | Mr. Mark Sutton |
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| Present | Mr. Phillip Cervantes |
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