REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Central USD
January 09, 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, Cesar Granda at 6:00 pm. |
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| All members were present with the exception of Mr. Atkins. Mr. Atkins arrived at 6:05 pm during Closed Session. |
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Solis and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Absent 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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| Closed Session was called at 6:00 pm. |
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Case# 17-18-033
Case# 17-18-034
Case# 17-18-036
Case# 17-18-037
Case# 17-18-038 |
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A) Retirements - 1
B) Substitutes - 11
C) Coaches - 10 |
Passed with a motion by Mr. Ruben Coronado 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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A) Assignments - 8
B) Resignations - 3
C) Reclassification - 4
D) 39 Month List - 3
E) Promotion - 5
F) Transfer - 1
G) Seasonal/Other - 1
H) Student Workers - 1
I) Workability - 1
J) Substitutes - 6 |
Passed with a motion by Mr. Phillip Cervantes and a second by Mr. Richard Atkins. |
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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Agency designated representatives: Jack Kelejian, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources and Cesar Granda, President - Board of Trustees
Employee organization: CUTA and CSEA
Unrepresented Employee: Superintendent |
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CASE #RMA-001561
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| Legal and/or damage claims for Property and Liability matters are handled through the District's Self-Insurance Joint Power Association (JPA). California Risk Management Authority (CRMA). Upon receipt of a property or liability claim, the District forwards the claim to CRMA for review. CRMA makes a determination to accept or reject and provide the District its recommendation. |
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| CRMA is recommending the attached claim be denied. The subject claim in included and is on file in the District's Business Office. |
| Administration is recommending the Board deny Claim against District. |
Administration is recommending the Board deny Claim against District. Motion to deny the claim Passed with a motion by Mr. Cesar Granda and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Abstain Mr. Rama Dawar.
Yes Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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| Open Session was reconvened at 7:00 pm. Mr. Granda reported actions taken during Closed Session. |
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| Kelly Porterfield, Assistant Superintendent - Chief Business Officer |
| Mr. Porterfield led the flag salute. |
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| Central High School Choir - Jacob Bailey, Director |
| The Central High choir, led by Jacob Bailey, sang the Star Spangled Banner. |
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| Nathan Casares, ASB President - CHS-East Campus |
| Nathan Casares from Central High East shared that Holiday Joy was a great success, with CHS donating over 1000 cans. The Winter Formal is Feb 10 and the theme is "A Tale as Old as Time." Pennies for Patients collections will begin on February 1st. |
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| Laura Bolton thanked the district for putting out the message district-wide about the flu. Teledoc has been very successful and there are so many positives to it. Joyce Davis, a teacher at Herndon-Barstow, deserves kudos for being persistent the last two years for asking for "dial-a-doctor." CUTA is excited to see how much money will be saved with this service. |
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| No comments at this time. |
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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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- Bernice Bailey spoke as a concerned parent, teacher, and community member about the fact that Superintendent Mark G. Sutton's contract has not been extended and is due to expire June 30. The question is why? He is approachable, down-to-earth, visible, well-liked, and the morale among staff members is higher. He is invested in Central and loved by many. Our community, parents and teachers have more input than ever on how money is spent. It seems the Board keeps blaming Mr. Sutton for issues beyond his control. It is unrealistic to believe that every 3rd grader can and will read at grade level, which was a goal put in place by a previous superintendent before "No Child Left Behind." Speaking as a former special ed teacher of 18 years, Ms. Bailey stated 3rd graders often struggle to be at the reading level due to a number of issues, such as disabilities. Even when a child with a reading disability is making goals, he/she may not be consistently reading at grade level. That doesn't preclude any teacher from trying to help students make progress and meet goals. Every teacher is working hard to get kids at grade level. Another area that affects reading level is a child's prior education if arriving from another school district. The other issue is we have so many kids in poverty who worry about food or are in foster care, or are homeless. When you're struggling with food, clothing, shelter, or a sense of belonging, school achievement isn't always their priority. Looking at numbers only and criticizing someone is wrong when there's more to the story. If there's a reason why Mr. Sutton's contract isn't being renewed, please notify the community and be transparent. She supports Mr. Sutton as do many teachers. Allow him the opportunity to make positive changes in Central. People in Selma loved him and some members of the Board there were recalled as they weren't representing their constituents when they let Mr. Sutton go.
- Jaspreet Sidhu said he's a Central High alum and current student at Fresno State. He speaks as a Central Unified community member. Two of his younger brothers go to Central. From the outside, the community sees a positive vibe with an improvement in football, drug-prevention and other programs. Continuity is important in your leadership and the relationship Mr. Sutton has built with the community.
- Parmjit Dhaliwal voiced his support for Mr. Sutton as the Superintendent.
- Badhur Kang said he supports Mr. Sutton for his kindness to the community and his humility.
- Sukhdev Sidhu said he supports Mr. Sutton because he's a nice person and positive for the community.
- Sukminder Singh supports Mr. Sutton--he is humble and he has helped the Sikh community. A good leader is needed like him.
- Gurdeep Shergill said Central is his heart as a parent, teacher, and community member as he sells many homes in the area. The Central football win was very emotional for the community as it was a long time coming. He said Mr. Sutton helped Punjabi language classes become implemented. The kids feel welcomed. He asked the Board to consider a humble request. As a teacher, he has taught for 12 years and this was the 1st year the Sikh community could use the Central High School gym. He said their event was special as Mr. Sutton, Mr. Kelejian and Mr. Yovino all came to support it.
- Luvdeep Shergill, a student at Polk, said he supports Mr. Sutton. |
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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) |
| Mr. Coronado asked to pull Item J.1., Minutes of the Previous Meeting, for a separate vote. |
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| Approve Minutes of the December 12, 2017 Board Meeting. |
Approve Minutes of the December 12, 2017 Board Meeting. Passed with a motion by Mr. Rama Dawar and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
No Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
No Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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| This item was pulled from Consent for a separate vote. |
Minutes of the previous meeting
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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 request for a day field trip over 150 miles is attached: - CHS West - VAPA - Los Angeles, CA (02/23/2018)
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| CHS West - VAPA Cost to District - $1,900 |
| Administration is recommending approval of the day trip over 150 miles. |
Administration is recommending approval of the day trip over 150 miles. Passed with a motion by Mrs. Terry Cox 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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CONSENT 01-09-2018
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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: - California Association of Directors of Activities- Reno, Nevada
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- Registration, lodging, transportation and meals
- Cost $861.00 LCFF Budget
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| Administration is recommending approval of Employee Out of State travel. |
Administration is recommending approval of Employee Out of State travel. Passed with a motion by Mrs. Terry Cox 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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CADA State Convention
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Board Policy 1230 School-Connected Organizations requires that groups desiring to be recognized as a School-Connected Organization with the District shall request authorization from the Board.
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The following School-Connected Organization is requesting to be considered a certified non-profit organization. - Glacier Point Middle School PTA (New)
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None.
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| Administration is requesting the Board Approve School Connected Organizations. |
Administration is requesting the Board Approve School Connected Organizations. Passed with a motion by Mrs. Terry Cox 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) Glacier Point Middle School PTA
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Case# 17-18-033
Case# 17-18-034
Case# 17-18-036
Case# 17-18-037
Case# 17-18-038 |
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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Nomination of Mr. Rama Dawar Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Solis and a second by Mr. Ruben Coronado. |
No Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes 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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2016 Letter from Fresno County School Trustees Assoc Nomination
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| Education Code 17582 provides authorization for permanent fund transfer at the direction of the District's Governing Board. |
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| Resolution #17/18-24 authorizes District Administration to request from Fresno County Superintendent of Schools and Fresno County Treasurer to transfer funds from General Fund 01 to Special Reserve Funds for Capital Outlay Projects Fund 40. |
No fiscal impact, funds are included in the First Interim Budget Report.
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Administration is requesting the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-24 Permanent Interfund Transfer to Special Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay Projects.
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Administration is requesting the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-24 Permanent Interfund Transfer to Special Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay Projects. 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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Res. #17/18-24 Interfund Transfer from Gen Fund to Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay
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| The Board approved construction of the permanent buildings for Hanh Phan Tilley Elementary School on August 8, 2017. As part of the project, the City of Fresno requires Weldon Avenue to be constructed on the south end of the District property and re-aligned with Weldon Avenue on the west side of Valentine Avenue. |
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In order to construct Weldon Avenue, approximately, 9100 sq. ft. of land is required from Fresno City Blessing Church. With the realignment, a land remnant of approximately, 17,000 sq. ft. is left on the south side of Weldon Avenue. In lieu of a cash payment, the District will exchange the 17,000 sq. ft. remnant to Fresno City Blessing Church and will install a 6’ chain link fence on the Fresno City Blessing Church north property line.
The adoption of Resolution #17/18-23 declares the Board's intent to dedicate and convey the real property identified as APN: 442-280-14 AND APN 442-280-15 to Fresno City Blessing Church and notices that a Public Hearing will be held on January 9, 2018, for the public to ask any questions. |
| The estimated cost of the fence is to be determined. |
| Administration is recommending the Board Hold a Public Hearing Regarding Exchange and Dedicate and Convey Real Property: APN: 442-280-14 and APN: 442-280-15. |
Administration is recommending the Board Hold a Public Hearing Regarding Exchange and Dedicate and Convey Real Property: APN: 442-280-14 and APN: 442-280-15.
Motion to open a Public Hearing Passed with a motion by Mr. Phillip Cervantes 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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Motion to close the Public Hearing 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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Motion to approve Passed with a motion by Mrs. Terry Cox 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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| There were no comments from the public. Mrs. Cox had concerns about the stop sign and traffic control at the Weldon/Valentine intersection. Later in the meeting, after research, Mr. Porterfield stated that there will be 4-way stop signs with flashing beacons immediately and long term there will be stop lights. |
1) Res. #17/18-23 Declaring Intention to Exchange, Dedicate & Convey Real Property
2) Agreement for Exchange of Real Properties and Joint Escrow Instructions
3) Appraisal Report of Weldon Avenue Right of Way
4) Notice of Adoption Declaring Intention and Convey Real Property
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In 2007, the District constructed Harvest Elementary School and as part was required to procure an easement (APN 512-070-57ST) and construct a water pipeline. The easement is along the future Gettysburg Avenue between north Bryan Avenue and north Hayes Avenue. Upon completion of the pipeline, the District was required to dedicate the easement and services to the City of Fresno. The City deferred the project until the new high school was to be constructed; due to slow housing development.
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As a condition of the City’s approval of Tract Map 6056, Developer is required to improve the west Gettysburg alignment, including the construction and installation of a water main in the District’s easement (APN 512-070-57ST).
The District’s easement, together with other real property is necessary to complete the west Gettysburg Avenue improvements between north Bryan Avenue and north Hayes Avenue. The developer of tract map 6056 will construct all services in the future Gettysburg Avenue.
The adoption of Resolution #17/18-18 declares the Board's intent to dedicate and convey the real property identified as APN #512-070-57ST to the City of Fresno and notices that a Public Hearing will be held on January 23, 2018, for the public to ask any questions.
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Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-18 Regarding Dedication of Easement to City of Fresno for Development of Gettysburg Avenue – APN 512-070-57ST.
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Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #17/18-18 Regarding Dedication of Easement to City of Fresno for Development of Gettysburg Avenue – APN 512-070-57ST. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Solis 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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| Mrs. Cox asked if there will be sidewalk, curb & gutter for kids to walk? Mr. Porterfield said he didn't think this was the case, but he'll look into this and get back to the Board with the info. |
1) Resolution #17/18-18 Declaring Intent to Dedicate Real Property APN 512-070-57ST
2) Notice of Adoption of Resolution
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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 November 2017. |
Administration is recommending the Board Ratify Fund Transfers for November 2017. 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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Fund Transfers November 2017
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The warrant list for December 2017 is included. A copy of the list is also available in the Business Office for review by the general public.
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| The warrant list includes 440 warrants, valued at $3,700,041.74. |
Funds have been encumbered from appropriate budgets as listed.
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Administration is recommending the Board Ratify the Warrant List for December 2017.
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Administration is recommending the Board Ratify the Warrant List for December 2017. Passed with a motion by Mr. Rama Dawar 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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Warrant List December 2017
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The District is scheduled to open a new high school in the year of 2021. New high school attendance boundaries are required to establish independent comprehensive high schools.
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Discuss the following options to gather input from the community on the boundaries for the new high school. - Formal Survey by 3rd Party
- Community Meetings
- Parent Survey Sent Home
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| Proposed fee is approximately, $45,000.00 and will be funded through Developer Fees. |
| Administration is recommending the Board Discuss and Approve High School Boundary Survey Options. |
| Mr. Coronado asked for three things this formal survey will find out. Mr. Porterfield said he can't extrapolate what they would find out, but we would start with the draft questions : does this community want to split the high schools immediately or wait until the high school is constructed: All questions will go to the Board for approval. He said we also need to ask the community about time frame. High school attendance areas affect middle school attendance areas which then affect elementary school attendance. There are facility challenges. There's unlimited need with limited resources. Mrs. Cox is hesitant about the survey but she still has questions about timeline on how this can roll out. She doesn't want to rush it, but doesn't want it 3 years from now. It's important that it's rolled out right. Looking at programs, is that the community part of it? Mr. Porterfield said program drives facilities so we need to glean that info. If needed, we can have a subcommittee re: programmatic needs at those sites and looking at them holistically. Mr. Porterfield said the contract is below $50K, but everyone is invested in this issue. We want a consensus from the Board about moving forward. |
Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz & Associates Proposal
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Pursuant to Government Code 66001 and 66006, Developer Impact Fee receipts and expenditures must be reported annually.
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The attached report summarizes total fees collected, total expenditures, and fund balance for the 2016-2017 fiscal year. Fee collection for 2016-2017 was up 17.42% from 2015-2016.
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Failure to report annual fund activity will result in prohibition of collection, ultimately impacting the facility program. All funds are subject to the District's annual external audit.
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Administration is recommending the Board Approve 2016-2017 Developer Fee Collections/Expenditures Report.
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Administration is recommending the Board Approve 2016-2017 Developer Fee Collections/Expenditures Report. Passed with a motion by Mrs. Terry Cox 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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2016-2017 Developer Fee Report
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In accordance with Education Code Section 17260 and Government Code Section 65995, school districts are authorized to collect fees on new residential development for the purpose of constructing or reconstructing school facilities. The purpose of this study is to provide the information and analysis necessary to demonstrate that the Central Unified School District is justified in collecting school facilities fees in accordance with the provisions of state law.
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This study presents the information and analysis necessary to demonstrate that the Central Unified School District is justified in collecting school facilities fees for new residential and commercial/industrial development in accordance with Education Code Section 17620 and Government Code Sections 65995 and 66001.
Fee increases are implemented sixty (60) days after Board approval of Resolution #17/18-25.
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The fees for residential development show that the maximum fee of $5.25 per square foot (current fee is $4.58) can be justified. A fee on commercial and industrial development may be charged as a supplement to the residential fee if the residential fee does not cover the cost of providing school facilities to student from new development; commercial rate is currently $.56 per square foot.
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Administration is recommending the Board Hold a Public Hearing and Adopt Resolution #17/18-25 Developer Fee Justification Study for Level II Fees and Approval of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Exemption.
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Administration is recommending the Board Hold a Public Hearing and Adopt Resolution #17/18-25 Developer Fee Justification Study for Level II Fees and Approval of California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Exemption.
Motion to open a Public Hearing 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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Motion to close the Public Hearing Passed with a motion by Mr. Phillip Cervantes 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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Motion to approve Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Solis and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
No Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mr. Ruben Coronado.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Rama Dawar.
No Mr. Cesar Granda.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Mrs. Cox asked Adrienne Burns from Wathen-Castanos about the effects of the fee increase. Ms. Burns said the fee will impact the builders, both with current and future projects. Mr. Cervantes had a concern about the fee being the highest among all of the local areas, including Fresno, Clovis and other areas. Is there a way to put in a provision such as 1800+ square feet homes won't get the higher fees? Mr. Porterfield said that is not being considered right now. The statute in government code is very clear. The fee in Madera Ranchos is almost twice as high as Central because it's a developer agreement. Our enrollment continued to grow in Central many years ago even when development slowed.
- Jacob Bailey said his previous experience, visiting various City Council meetings and learning about development, said he believes the developer fees should be firm as the Fresno boundaries are closed and both east and west become the last frontiers.
- Victor Gonzalez, a resident of Central USD and who works for Granville Homes, said a split developer fee for 1800 square feet homes would be a good idea. Future developments are being considered, but higher fees mean the almond tree orchards will remain as such instead of new homes. Mrs. Cox addressed Mr. Gonzalez and asked where Granville was planning to build in Central. Mr. Gonzalez said they're completing La Ventana track 69. There is a demand for homes out here, especially those who are purchasing their second homes. Mrs. Cox said she sees the trend of Granville building a lot of homes in Clovis. She's hoping Granville will continue to build and develop in Central. |
1) Res. #17/18-25 Adoption of Alternative School Facilities Fees & CEQA Exemption
2) School Facility Needs Analysis and Justification Study - November 2017
3) Developer Fee Comparison
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A copy of each contract to be ratified is included.
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- California Teaching Fellows Foundation - Teaching Fellows Staff (Tilley)
- California Teaching Fellows Foundation - Teaching Fellows Staff (Roosevelt)
- CSU Foundation - SpecEd and Behavioral Program (Special Education)
- Education and Leadership Found - DELAC Parent Presentation (Educational Services)
- Quad Knopf, Inc. - Labor Compliance Program for Tilley (Facilities)
- SimplexGrinnell Corporation - Koligian Stadium Riser Report (Maintenance)
- Water Dynamics, Inc. - Water Testing (Maintenance)
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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. 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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| Mr. Coronado asked about Quad Knopf--are there companies that have apprenticeships programs at Tilley? Mr. Porterfield said the labor-compliance program requires that. There are apprenticeship requirements which meet statutory requirements. Mrs. Cox asked about why we're entering in a contract with a labor compliance when it is typically done by developers. When we paid Harris Construction, didn't we conclude all of the compliance? Mr. Porterfield said the law has changed last year requiring 3rd party independent monitoring of labor compliance program itself. We were doing self-certification at one time, but can no longer do that. |
1) California Teaching Fellows Foundation
2) California Teaching Fellows Foundation
3) CSUF Foundation
4) Education and Leadership Found
5) Quad Knopf, Inc.
6) SimplexGrinnell Corporation
7) Water Dynamics, Inc.
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- Central High School West received a donation of a 12.5 Cave Classic Cassegrain Telescope, value $8,000.00 from Dr. Ron Nelson, Jason, Farris, FresYes Realty for Science Department.
- McKinley Elementary School received a donation of $176.00 from PG&E on behalf of Employee Angela Moore for Cheer.
- Saroyan Elementary School received a donation of $1,637.98 from PG&E for classroom.
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| Administration is recommending the Board approve Gifts to the District. |
Administration is recommending the Board approve Gifts to the District. Passed with a motion by Mr. Phillip Cervantes 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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Gift Proposal Forms
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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 Theatre Arts – Shaver Lake, CA (01/26/2018)
- CHS West Ag – Arbuckle, CA (02/02/2018)
- CHS Sophomore AVID – Sacramento, CA (02/07/2018)
- CHS West Ag – Visalia CA (02/16/2018)
- CHS Pep & Cheer – Anaheim, CA (02/21/2018)
- CHS Wrestling – Bakersfield, CA (03/01/2018)
- CHS West Ag – Davis, CA (03/03/2018)
- Houghton-Kearney Elementary – Sonora, CA (03/05/2018)
- Glacier Point AVID - Palo Alto, CA (03/08/2018)
- Rio Vista Middle School GATE – Los Angeles, CA (03/09/2018)
- CHS West Ag – Chico, CA (03/09/2018)
- CHS Track & Field – Ventura, CA (03/10/2018)
- GATE – Various Elementary Schools – Sacramento, CA (03/13/2018)
- GATE – Various Elementary Schools – Sacramento, CA (03/15/2018)
- CHS Track & Field – Palo Alto, CA (03/31/2018)
- CHS Track & Field – Arcadia, CA (04/06/2018)
- CHS Track & Field – Sacramento, CA (04/28/2018)
- CHS West Ag – San Luis Obispo, CA (05/04/2018)
- Possible Winter Sports Playoffs - Dates & locations TBA
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- CHS Theatre Arts – ASB - Cost to District $$800 (20 students x $40)
- CHS West Ag – Ag Grant/FFA/Ag Boosters – Cost to District $1,225
- CHS Sophomore AVID - AVID Budget – Cost to District $2,500
- CHS West Ag – Ag Incentive Grant/FFA – Cost to District $1,500
- CHS Pep & Cheer – Athletics/Boosters – Cost to District $10,000
- CHS Wrestling – Athletics/Boosters – Cost to District $2,000
- CHS West Ag – Ag Incentive Grant/FFA – Cost to District $175
- H-K Elementary – H-K ASB – Cost Per Student $5,236 (28 students x $187)
- Glacier Point AVID – AVID – Cost to District $2,500 – Cost Per Student $2,600 (65 students x $40)
- Rio Vista Middle School GATE – R.V. GATE – Cost Per student $3,000 (50 students x $60)
- CHS West Ag – Ag Incentive Grant/FFA – Cost to District $1,850 – Cost Per Student $500 (20 students x $25)
- CHS Track & Field – Athletics/Boosters – Cost to District $1,500 – Cost Per Student $1,200 (60 students x $25)
- GATE – Various Elementary Schools GATE Fundraiser Acct – Cost Per Student $3,850 (154 students x $25)
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| Administration is recommending this item be placed on the January 23, 2018, Board Agenda for Action. |
| Moved to consent. |
INFO 01-09-18
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| In 2004, in what has become known as the Williams’ Lawsuit Settlement, it was acknowledged for the first time that the state has an obligation to provide California public school students a minimum level of educational necessities: (1) qualified teachers (2) clean, safe, and functional school facilities, and (3) adequate textbooks. The Williams’ Settlement has also established a standard of accountability mechanism for reporting in these three areas. All school districts are required to hold quarterly public hearings and to approve the uniform complaint procedure at that time. A report is then sent to the County Superintendent’s office. |
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| Principals and departments will compile information for the quarterly report. The information will show if there are deficiencies reported for any of the above three areas. A lack of reported deficiencies indicates that there are sufficient materials for every student, our teaching staff is highly qualified to teach where they are assigned, and our schools are safe, clean and functional. This information will be reported at the January 23rd Board Meeting. |
Administration is recommending that the Board hold a public hearing on January 23, 2018 and approve January's Quarterly Williams’ Uniform Complaint Procedure.
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| Moved to the next meeting for a Public Hearing and action. |
Notice of Public Hearing
Williams report for January
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| Since November 1988, state law has required all public schools receiving state funding to prepare and distribute School Accountability Report Cards (SARC). The purpose of the report card is to provide parents and the community with important information about each public school. The public may use a SARC to evaluate and compare schools on a variety of indicators such as: demographic data, school safety, the progress of students in achieving state academic achievement standards, fiscal data, condition of facilities, and the extent to which qualified teachers are teaching core academic subjects. |
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The Governing Board of each school district shall annually issue a School Accountability Report Card for each school in the district, publicize such reports, and notify parents or guardians of students that a copy will be provided upon request. School Accountability Report Cards must be posted on the district web site no later than February 1st.
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| SARC's are a requirement for schools receiving state and federal funding. |
| Administration is recommending this item be placed on the January 23, 2018 Board Agenda for Action. |
| Mr. Coronado was looking at last year's SARCs which had a lot of information--will that be the case this year and when will all of the information be available? Mrs. Davis said the template is similar to last year. He noticed some teachers are without full credentials. Do you know which subjects they're teaching? Mr. Kelejian shared that, of the stated instructors, many will be done in spring 2018. The teachers in question are between special ed, math, science and foreign language. There are about 10 at the elementary level. Mr. Coronado asked what grades are they teaching? Mr. Kelejian said he will research and provide the specific information later. Mr. Kelejian clarified that when referring to non-credentialed, they have credentials but are in provisional internship permits or short-term staff permits, doing internships. Moved to action. |
Biola-Pershing - DRAFT
Central High - DRAFT
CLASS - DRAFT
El Capitan - DRAFT
Glacier Point - DRAFT
Harvest - DRAFT
Herndon-Barstow - DRAFT
Houghton-Kearney - DRAFT
Liddell - DRAFT
Madison - DRAFT
McKinley - DRAFT
Pathway Comm Day - DRAFT
Pathway Elem Comm Day - DRAFT
Pershing Continuation - DRAFT
Polk - DRAFT
Rio Vista - DRAFT
River Bluff - DRAFT
Roosevelt - DRAFT
Saroyan - DRAFT
Steinbeck - DRAFT
Teague - DRAFT
Tilley - DRAFT
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| The LCAP is a three-year plan that describes the goals, actions, services, and expenditures to support positive student outcomes that address state and local priorities. The LCAP provides an opportunity for local educational agencies (LEAs) to share their stories of how, what, and why programs and services are selected to meet their local needs. |
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| The LCAP and Annual Update Template must be completed by all LEAs each year. A timeline for the annual update and the development of an LCAP Guidance Committee to increase parent engagement and collective participation will be presented to the Board of Trustees for input and discussion. |
| This item is provided for information only. |
| Mr. Coronado said in the LCAP under demographics, he had a problem with the data from the state for the Spanish demographic--it seems low at 19%. Mrs. Davis agreed the number is low and she will research and make the necessary corrections since this is a working draft. He asked when the meetings are for LCAP in February--Mrs. Davis said they're looking at late February and will get the dates, times and locations to the Board ASAP. Ms. Bolton noticed there are only 3 teachers on the committee yet there are 6 students on the committee--it seems there should be as many teachers as students represented. Mrs. Davis said she heard that concern from Mrs. Judee Martinez and is waiting to receive more teacher names. |
2017 LCAP Guidance Committee
Calendar CUSD LCAP 2017-18 Timeline
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Public school districts are required to submit an independent financial audit to the Fresno County Office of Education (FCOE) and the State Controller's Office following each fiscal year. No action is necessary. Findings in the audit will be corrected and presented to the Board.
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Included is a copy of the annual independent auditor's report for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017. A representative of the audit firm of Crowe Horwath, LLP is present to comment on the audit findings and respond to questions.
The auditor's report has been completed and submitted to the FCOE and State Controller's office. |
Audit findings will be presented at the Board Meeting.
The annual audit services are budgeted and have been expended from the 2017-2018 General Fund. |
Administration is recommending that the Board receive the independent audit report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2017.
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| Mr. Porterfield stated the independent audit is provided for the Board to review, and he introduced Mr. Jeff Jensen with Crowe Horwath. Mr. Jensen gave an overview of the audit and findings, recommended corrections and last year's findings. He also stated he appreciated the entire staff of Central Unified school sites and Fiscal Services for their cooperation with the process. Mrs. Cox commented that this is one of the cleanest audits she's seen over the years, and appreciated the work done by Ms. Balladares and Mr. Porterfield and their staff. It shows that we cleaned up old stuff that has lingered for several years and it's a testament to the good shape the district is in financially. Mr. Coronado said, for the record, this is a Board audit, right? Mr. Porterfield said it is not a Board audit, it is a state-mandated audit that is required per Ed Code. Mr. Coronado recounted his time at a CSBA Board workshop about audits and he was told this is a Board audit, this is your baby. He also asked, for the record, how much is Central Unified paying for the audit? Mr. Jensen stated he thinks the contract is for approximately $50K. Mr. Jensen reminded Mr. Coronado that, as part of the bid process, this Board approved the firm as auditors; therefore, the Board hired them to work with management to provide the information to the State of California. Mr. Coronado asked, What year is this audit? In other words, is this the 3rd, 4th, 5th year? How many audits have we done with this firm? Mr. Porterfield said this is the 1st year of the new contract. Mr. Coronado asked, prior to that, how many audits have we done? Mr. Coronado said the reason I ask, another thing I learned at CSBA, I was taking notes, according CA Ed Code, one firm can only do 6 years. Mr. Jensen said that's actually incorrect. He clarified that the Migden Bill requires auditor-partner rotation every 6 years, not audit-firm rotation every 6 years. Mr. Jensen stated that's part of our professional standards that we monitor very closely. Steve Wescoatt was the prior partner on this engagement prior to me stepping on 2 years ago, so in 3 years I will step off and you will have the opportunity work with other partners that specialize in K-12 education to ensure that we satisfy the requirements of the Migden bill. Mr. Coronado said, so Ed Code 41020f2 when it talks about 6 years, doesn't apply to your company? Mr. Jensen said it applies to the partner rotation, it does not apply to the firm rotation. Mr. Coronado said, the other question I had, according to your summary, Mr. Porterfield, it says the audit has been completed and the audit goes to Fresno County of Ed and the State's Controller. Is that correct? Mr. Porterfield said that's correct. Mr. Coronado asked all to turn to p. 73. He pointed out that Richard Atkins is noted as clerk and I notice that Mr. Leonard Ramirez has replaced Mr. Dawar. Mr. Porterfield said we will make that correction. Mr. Coronado said, according to your notes, this was already submitted. Mr. Porterfield said this audit has been submitted per the requirements of Government Code and Ed Code, but it will be corrected. Mr. Coronado asked for clarification on page 83 and at the end of page 84, regarding Central Unified's compliance it states, "our audit doesn't provide a legal determination of Central USD's compliance." He felt that was a contradiction in conclusions. Mr. Jensen said his firm audits according to the State's compliance guide; they can't render a legal opinion, but based on evidence from the audit, can provide an opinion about how Central complied with the State's requirements. Mr. Coronado asked about p. 83 under procedures performed, and what were the findings re: LCAP? Mr. Jensen said they are required to audit a sample of expenditures related to the LCAP plan to make sure they complied with the plan that was approved. They completed the State's requirements. Mr. Coronado asked about p. 84 on "educator effectiveness", saying he didn't understand this. Mr. Jensen said there were no expenditures related to that program so there wasn't anything to audit. Mr. Porterfield said there were expenditures related to the educator effectiveness, so he will get clarification. Mr. Coronado asked the auditor if there's information they'd like to share that's not in the report as he learned at a workshop that sometimes the auditor has info that's not in the report. Mr. Jensen stated everything was presented to and shared with administration and the Board and that they had an exit interview with management. |
Audit Report for Year Ending June 30, 2017
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The playcourt at Herndon-Barstow School was in need of major repair and required reconstruction to prevent potential risk to student safety.
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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 County is attached. |
The contract amount was $277,500.00. The project was funded through Deferred Maintenance.
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Administration is recommending this item be placed on the January 23, 2018 Board Agenda for Action.
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| Moved to consent. |
Notice of Completion - H-B Playcourt Reconstruction
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Mrs. Davis spoke to Mr. Coronado about where the student data for the SARCs. The template prints a draft to attach for the Board to preview, but what is seen is not final. The input from the Board will be in the final version, which will be included at the next meeting.
Mr. Sutton shared that on Thursday morning, the CHS Football and Volleyball teams will be recognized by the Fresno City Council at their meeting. A week from Thursday on January 18 is the Educator of the Year ceremonies and the Board should arrive at 5:45 pm, if possible. Mr. Sutton showed the Education Matters piece on Brian Garcia's Flamenco guitar program at Central High.
Mr. Cervantes said he also appreciated the piece on our partnership with Bitwise. |
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| Mrs. Judee Martinez said that story on the guitar class was amazing. Her daughter took guitar in Middle School with Mr. Garcia but couldn't take Spanish. We need to expand our electives for all of our schools, and we need to consider an option such as the zero period, suggested earlier by Ms. Bolton. |
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| The next regular board meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 23, 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. Richard Solis 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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| The meeting was adjourned at 8:45 pm |
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| Absent | Mr. Richard Atkins |
| Present | 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. Richard Atkins |
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