REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
Central USD
February 26, 2019 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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| President Cox called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. |
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| President Cox reported all members present except Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann. |
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Phillip Cervantes and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Absent Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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| Board went into closed session at 6:02 pm. |
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Case# 18-19-028 Case# 18-19-030 |
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A) Resignations (9)
B) Retirements (8)
C) Coaches (5)
D) Substitutes (3)
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Ms. Yesenia Carrillo. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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A) Assignment (3) B) Resignation (2) C) 39 Month List (2) D) Workability (2) E) Substitutes (4)
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Resignation and Settlement Agreement |
Passed with a motion by Ms. Yesenia Carrillo and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Agency designated representatives: Jack Kelejian, Assistant Superintendent - Human Resources
Employee organization: CUTA and CSEA |
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| Open session was reconvened at 7:00 pm. President Cox reported actions taken in Closed session. |
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| Dr. Tami Boatright led the flag salute. |
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West Arts Center (WAC) Guitar - Brian Garcia, Director
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| West Arts Center (WAC) Guitar, directed by Brian Garcia, performed the National Anthem. |
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| Mrs. Martinez stated there was nothing to report. |
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| Mr. Chacon stated there was nothing to report. |
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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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Tori Fosdick: Donated her minutes to Bernice Bailey.
Shannon Earl: Donated her minutes to Bernice Bailey.
Bernice Bailey: Kindergten teacher from McKinley. There was a meeting with Ketti Davis and the instructional coaches. Ms. Bailey was shocked to learn that McKinley is losing its instructional support coach. It seems there was no input from principals, teachers or instructional coaches. A couple of superintendents ago--teachers felt they had no voice, felt unappreciated. Mr. Sutton improved the staff morale. It's sad that we're headed in the same direction. A person who feels appreciated will go above and beyond. There was no input from McKinley staff. Our teachers are devastated. Our high school is losing a full time support system. McKinley has shown consistent growth. By taking the instructional support coach away, the burden will fall on our administration and staff. Has anyone asked what McKinley's instructional coach does? Here's a sampling: My first two years, Carol helped me with lesson plans and giving feedback on improving. I turn to Carol for questions and clarification. Carol kept us all in the loop with deadlines and our PLC's moving and on topic. She uplifts and empowers. When one teacher was on maternity leave, Carol ensured that the substitutes stayed on task. To lose Carol is like losing a right arm. She is a sounding board to get ideas for a class. She acts as a middle person. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. At McKinley, everything is working well.
Whitney Ankney: Representing Advanced Art from West Campus. The theme for this year is Opportunity in Art. Three students from each high school were chosen to make a piece for the event. All the pieces created by students will be on sale at ArtHop live auction on March 7. The winner will be determined by the audience. It would be great to see Board members there to vote and possibly place a bid. The event will be held on Thursday, March 7 at 5:00 pm to 8:30 pm at K-Jewel Art Gallery. There will be snacks and non-alcoholic drinks.
Gabriela Martinez: She is the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Student of the Year Candidate for CHS and she has a team of students who will compete against other high schools to raise money for this great non-profit organization. The goal is to raise $75,000. She wants help from the district and community to win both the Mission and School Spirit award and dethrone Bullard. Would like to have rally and/or spirit week to raise awareness. She said that Pennies for Patients also helps with this and it would be good to educate students around the district. Grand finale is April 6 at 7:00 pm. She will be at all the school events to raise money and awareness. She wants Central to be known for this. |
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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. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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The Low-Performing Students Block Grant is a state education funding initiative with the goal of providing grant funds to local educational agencies (LEA's) serving pupils identified as low-performing on state English language arts or mathematics assessments who are not otherwise identified for supplemental grant funding under the local control funding formula or eligible for special education services, as specified in Education Code (EC) Section 41570(d). |
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LCAP Stakeholder input, Dashboard data as well as feedback during the professional development planning process (Fall 2018) indicate a need to expand our work in mathematics, TK-6. While professional learning, resources and support continue to be necessary for students in grades 7-12, it is imperative that we invest in professional learning and in developing multi-tiered support at the elementary level. |
$1,199,477 |
Administration recommends approval of the Low Performing Block Grant.
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Low Performing Block Grant
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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. |
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An email was sent to Principals on January 15, 2019, requesting that they solicit feedback from students, staff, and parents. Parents received an automated BlackBoard connect call on January 22, 2019, containing information on how to provide feedback regarding the current dress code as well as the board meeting dates when the item will be presented for information and action (February 12 and 26).
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 the dress code policy. |
BP 5132 - Dress and Grooming
Dress Code Input Spring 2019
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Board Policy 6161.1 The Board shall adopt instructional materials based on a determination that such materials are an effective learning resource to help students achieve grade-level competency and that the materials meet criteria specified in law. In the case of electives, materials are reviewed in relation to the course outline in order to determine alignment and benefit to student achievement of the course competencies.
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C.L.A.S.S. has requested a textbook for their Physical Education classes as Independent Study physical education differs from traditional high school physical education classes. The curriculum within the requested textbook will enhance instruction and student learning. Resources are to be made available at CLASS and were reviewed and recommended by the teacher of these courses, as well as by site and district administration.
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$2,727.26: Instructional Materials budget
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Administration recommends approval of the curriculum for Physical Education for C.L.A.S.S.
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Checklist and invoice for PE textbook for CLASS
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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 BSCU Leadership – Monterey, CA (03/01/2019)
- Biola Elementary School – Sonora, CA (03/04/2019)
- Houghton-Kearney Elementary - Sonora, CA (03/04/2019)
- River Bluff Elementary – Sonora, CA (03/04/2019)
- Polk Elementary – San Francisco, CA (03/04/2019)
- CHS FCCLA – Sacramento, CA (03/06/2019)
- CHS Dance – Palm Springs, CA (03/06/2019)
- CHS Boys Volleyball – San Luis Obispo, CA (03/07/2019)
- CHS Spanish Club – Anaheim, CA (03/08/2019)
- Saroyan Elementary – Sonora, CA (03/13/2019)
- CHS Swim & Dive – Walnut, CA (03/15/2019)
- CHS Robotics – Sacramento, CA (03/20/2019)
- CHS East Percussion – San Bernardino, CA (03/22/2019)
- CHS Every 15 Minutes – Fresno, CA (03/21/2019)
- Steinbeck ASP – Anaheim, CA (04/06/2019)
- CHS Boys Volleyball – Santa Cruz, CA (04/19/2019)
- Pershing FFA – Anaheim, CA (04/25/2019)
- CHS Spring Sports Playoffs – TBA
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- CHS BSCU Leadership – $3,570
- Biola Elementary School - $5,670
- Houghton-Kearney Elementary - $4,419.40
- River Bluff Elementary - $35,400
- Polk Elementary - $5,265
- CHS FCCLA - -0-
- CHS Dance - $9,688.04
- CHS Boys Volleyball – $2,840
- CHS Spanish Club – $20,620
- Saroyan Elementary School - $17,250
- CHS Swim & Dive - $3,500
- CHS Robotics - $10,930.86
- CHS East Percussion - $4,700
- CHS Every 15 Minutes – $1,100
- Steinbeck ASP - -0-
- CHS Boys Volleyball – $2,060
- Pershing FFA – $3.127.86
- CHS Spring Sports Playoffs - TBA
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Administration is recommending approval of the overnight field trips and day trips over 150 miles.
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CONSENT 2-26-19
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On, January 9, 2019, the Facilities Department opened the Statements of Qualifications for the above-referenced Request for Qualifications. Per Government Code 4529.10 et. Seq., these services shall be procured pursuant to a fair, competitive selection process.
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Based on the RFQ submissions, vendors that qualify are the following: RFQ #1819-102: Professional Construction Inspection Services: - David M. Doll
- Don Williams Inspections
- Jack K. Barkley
- TYR, Inc.
RFQ #1819-103: Material Testing Laboratory Services: - BSK Associates Engineers Laboratories
- Krazan & Associates, Inc.
- Moore Twining Associates, Inc.
- RMA GeoScience
- Salem Engineering Group, Inc.
- Technicon Engineering Services, Inc.
There are no subcontractors for this work.
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These services are chargeable to the Capital Facilities budget in which the project is funded (i.e. Measures B and C, Developer Fees, Deferred Maintenance Program).
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Administration is requesting Approval of RFQ #1819-102: Professional Construction Inspection Services and RFQ #1819-103: Material Testing Laboratory Services.
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1) Construction Inspection Services Qualification Summary
2) Material Testing Laboratory Services Qualification Summary
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On, June 12, 2018, the Board awarded bid number #1819-112 Central USD Relocatables for Polk Elementary in the amount of, $328,000.00.
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The project produced one (1) Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract in the amount of $18,216.64.
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The adjusted contract price for the project is $346,216.64 and was funded by Developer Fees. The Change Order is to be paid out of the contingency allocation in the Board approved budget with a remaining balance of $1,783.36.
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Administration is recommending approval of Change Order for Bid #1819-112 Central Unified School District Portables – Polk Elementary.
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Change Order #1
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On, June 12, 2018, the Board awarded bid number #1819-112 Central USD Relocatables for Polk Elementary in the amount of, $328,000.00.
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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.
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The contract amount was, $328,000.00. There was one (1) Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract in the amount of $18,216.64 for an adjusted contract price of $346,216.64.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of Authorization to File Notice of Completion For Bid #1819-112 Central Unified School District Portables – Polk Elementary.
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Notice of Completion
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On, June 12, 2018, the Board awarded Bid Number 1718-112 Central USD Relocatables for Central East and Central West High in the amount of, $465,000.00.
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The project produced one (1) Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract by the amount of $13,275.00.
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The adjusted contract price for the project is $478,275.00 and was funded by Developer Fees. The Change Order is to be paid out of the contingency allocation in the Board approved budget which will result in a remaining balance of $6,725.00.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of Change Order for Bid #1718-112 Central Unified School District Portables – Central High East and Central High West
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Change Order #1
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On, June 12, 2018, the Board awarded bid number #1718-112 Central USD Relocatables for Central East and Central West High in the amount of $465,000.00.
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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.
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The contract amount was $465,000.00. There was one (1) Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract in the amount of $13,275.00 for an adjusted contract price of $478,275.00.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of the Authorization to File a Notice of Completion for Bid #1718-112 Central Unified School District Portables - Central High East and Central High West
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Notice of Completion
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During construction of Hanh Phan Tilley Elementary School, it was discovered that existing and differing conditions, as well as District requirements, precipitated a change to the plans and specifications which resulted in additional construction costs.
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Contract Change Order No. 3 provides for an increase in contract price that is necessary for, but not limited to; enhanced school security, access control procedures and required fire/life safety systems. The changes are needed to complete the project as shown on the plans. Staff has reviewed and considers the changes to be necessary.
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Harris Construction Co., Inc. was awarded the contract in the amount of $24,183,00.00 to be funded through Measure C and State Matching Funds. Change Order #3 increases the contract amount by $144,133.78 to be paid out of the contingency allocation with a remaining balance of, $582,930.79, following Change Orders and amended contract.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of the Change Order No. 3 For Hanh Phan Tilley Elementary School Project B069.
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Change Order #3
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On May 22, 2018, the Board awarded bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Modernization Project – Bid Package #1 to Fresno Roofing Co, Inc. in the amount of $507,000.00.
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The Project was split into four separate packages. The bid package produced one (1) Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract in the amount of $4,680.50.
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The adjusted contract price for the bid package on this project is $511,680.50 and was funded by District and State funding. The Change Order is to be paid out of the contingency allocation in the Board approved budget with a remaining balance of $38,379.21; following five (5) Change Orders for this project.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of the Change Order No. 1 for Bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Project: Bid Package 1.
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Change Order #1
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On May 22, 2018, the Board awarded Bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Modernization to Fresno Roofing Co, Inc. in the amount of $507,000.00.
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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 attached.
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The contract amount was $507,000.00. There was one (1) Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract amount of $4,680.50 for an adjusted contract price of $511,681.00.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of Authorization to File Notice of Completion for Bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Modernization: Bid Package #1.
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Notice of Completion
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On May 22, 2018, the Board awarded Bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Modernization Project – Bid Package #4 to GC Builders in the amount of $999,786.00.
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The Project was split into four (4) separate packages. Bid Package #4 Restroom & Building Alternates produced an additional Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract amount in the amount of $80,104.81.
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The additional costs will be funded by District and State Funding through the Board approve budget contingency allocation; with a remaining balance of $38,379.21 following five (5) Change Orders for this project.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of Change Order No. 3 for Bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Project: Bid Package #4
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Roosevelt Elem Change Order 3 Project 1718-105 Package 4
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On May 22, 2018, the Board awarded Bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Modernization Project - Bid Package #4 to GC Builders in the amount of $999,786.00.
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The project was split into four (4) separate bid packages. Bid Package #4 Restroom & Building Alternates produced an additional Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract amount in the amount of $36,652.35.
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The additional costs will be funded by District and State Funding through the Board approve budget contingency allocation; with a remaining balance of $38,379.21 following five (5) Change Orders for this project.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of Change Order No. 4 For Bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Project: Bid Package #4.
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Change Order #4 Roosevelt Elementary Project #1718-105
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On May 22, 2018, the Board awarded bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Modernization to GC Builders in the amount of $999,786.00.
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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 attached.
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The contract amount was $999,786.00. There were four (4) Change Orders that resulted in a net increase to the contract amount in the amount of $321,996.49, for an adjusted contract price of, $1,321,782.49.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of the Authorization to File Notice of Completion for Bid #1718-105 Roosevelt Elementary School Modernization: Bid Package 4
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Notice of Completion
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On May 22, 2018, the Board awarded Bid #1415-105C Central High School West Campus Water System Improvements Project to Emmett’s Excavation in the amount of $569,045.00.
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Contract Change Order No. 1 provides for an increase in contract price. During construction, it was discovered that unforeseen conditions prompted essential changes. The changes are needed to complete the project as shown on the plans. Staff has reviewed and considers the changes to be necessary.
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Change Order No. 1 is in the amount of $48,457.17. The project is funded by the State Water Resource Control Board Grant the District has been awarded.
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Administration is Recommending Approval of the Change Order No. 1 for Bid #1415-105C Central High School West Campus Water System Improvements Project.
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Change Order Water System Project #1415-105C
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On May 22, 2018, the Board awarded Bid Number 1415-105C, Central High School West Campus Water System Improvements Project to Emmett's Excavation in the amount of $569,045.00.
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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 attached.
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The contract amount was $569,045.00. There was one (1) Change Order that resulted in a net increase to the contract amount; the Change Order is in the amount of $48,457.17. The total amount paid will be $617,502.17. The project is funded by the State Water Resource Control Board Grant, which the District was awarded.
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Administration is recommending Approval of the Authorization to File Notice of Completion for Bid #1415-105C Central High School West Campus Water System Improvements Project.
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Notice of Completion
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School Project for Utility Rate Reduction, a California Joint Powers Authority (SPURR) to be able to receive the least costly price for natural gas utilities. The district has been using SPURR since 2009. SPURR negotiates for a large pool and thus has significant purchasing power.
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This agreement will allow the District to continue to benefit from the significant power of SPURR.
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Has been budgeted for the school year.
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Administration is recommending approval of the SPURR Renewal Agreement for Natural Gas Services.
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SPURR Renewal Agreement
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Case# 18-19-028 Case# 18-19-030
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Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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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 #18/19-25 declaring March 2019 as Youth Art Month.
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Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #18/19-25 declaring March 2019 as Youth Art Month.
Passed with a motion by Ms. Yesenia Carrillo and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Arts Education Month 2019
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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. Schools throughout Central will have guest readers in classrooms celebrating a love of reading.
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Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #18/19-26 declaring March 1, 2019, as Read Across America Day.
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Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #18/19-26 declaring March 1, 2019, as Read Across America Day.
Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Ms. Yesenia Carrillo. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Read Across America 2019
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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 the 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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Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #18/19-27 declaring March 4-8, 2019 as Teen Tech Week.
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Administration is recommending the Board Adopt Resolution #18/19-27 declaring March 4-8, 2019 as Teen Tech Week.
Passed with a motion by Ms. Yesenia Carrillo and a second by Mr. Richard Atkins. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Teen Tech Week 2019
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The current design of the New High School Gymnasium is one large gym with three full sized basketball courts. It has been requested that the design of the new high school gym be redesigned for two separate gyms.
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After discussions in Cabinet and with the Athletic Department it has been determined that two separate gyms will better serve the needs of the athletic program. Challenges of a single gym limit the functional use of the gym, no practices can be held while games or matches are taking place, and practices will need to be scheduled early before school or later into the night. Two separate gyms will allow for practices and events to take place simultaneously, better scheduling for athletic programs, and eliminate the need for early and late practices. Changing the current gym layout to represent two separate gyms will decrease the main gym seating capacity from 2,498 to 1,228. The practice gym would have a seating capacity of 206. The school is master planned to house between 2,500 to 2,800 students. As a reference, Central East Gym can seat 1,778. The design team have consulted with the Division of State Architect (DSA) and the changes to the gym can be accomplished, as attached, without compromising the project timeline and bid dates.
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Costs to alter the design and construct two separate gyms are estimated to offset each other. Our architects on this project, SIM-PBK has waived their fees for redesign, however other engineering consultants may request fees for their expedited services on the changes.
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Administration is recommending approval of the revised gym layout for the new high school.
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Administration is recommending approval of the revised gym layout for the new high school.
Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Solis and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Alternate Gym Layout - 2 Gyms
Current Gym Layout
New High School Budget
New High School Timeline
Seating Capacity & Ticket Sales Summary
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- Central High School West Campus received a donation of $200.00 from David Piasecki; a donation of $100.00 from Richard Atkins; a donation of a drill, bits and various clamps valued at $166.82 from Tom Gravette; a donation of A Husky 46 inch 9 drawer tool chest valued at $398.00 from Charles Warnes; a donation of a Makita Battery valued at $78.99 from Naindeep Singh for the Robotics Department.
- Rio Vista Middle School received a mini grant of $500.00 from Directing Change Program & Film Contest Inc. to support students in submitting "Directing Change" Film submissions.
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Administration is recommending the Board Accept Gifts to the District.
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Administration is recommending the Board Accept Gifts to the District.
Passed with a motion by Ms. Yesenia Carrillo and a second by Mr. Richard Atkins. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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Gifts to District
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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 2019. |
Administration is recommending the Board Ratify Fund Transfers for January 2019. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Phillip Cervantes. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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January Fund Transfer
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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: - Daniel Babshoff (Kerman USD)
- William (Bill) Johnson (Clay Joint USD)
- Connie Kee Schlaefer (Sierra USD)
- Kathy Spate (Caruthers USD)
- G. Brandon Vang (Sanger 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 this item be placed on the February 26, 2019, Board Meeting for Action.
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CSBA Delegate Information
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Board Policies are brought to the Board of Trustees for review, and/or revision, and adoption as necessary
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Attached are copies of revised Board Policies: 1. BP 3290 - Gifts, Grants and Bequests (Revised) 2. BP 3320 - Claims and Actions Against the District (Revised)
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There are no direct financial implications
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Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 12, 2019, Board Agenda for Action
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Mr. Atkins asked if there's any supervision for online donations. Mr. Porterfield said if we have a teacher who does it without the site administrator, then that's lacking the accountability that is needed. Mr. Atkins asked how this pertains to ASB accounts and school organizations. Mr. Porterfield said the school organizations would work with the site administrator. If a teacher creates a fund account they must go through the site administrator and submit for Board approval but the end result should be to benefit students and schools. Mr. Atkins expressed his concern of misuse of GoFund me accounts.
Mr. Alvarado stated that this is a new process and began at the beginning of the school year. The Governing Board may request financial records for organizations at any time.
Mr. Porterfield stated that this policy is addressing fundraisers that are not associated with a 501c3.
Mr. Naindeep stated that this will become more prevalent in the future. Mr. Porterfield stated the main purpose of the policy is to reemphasize the relationship of the fundraising and entity who will be benefiting and ownership of the funds. In this instance the District is the owner not the individual teacher.
Ms. Carrillo if any of the current fundraising is being accounted for. Mr. Porterfield stated that he will need to check with staff and report back. Ms. Carrillo asked if we have a plan to inform or train staff to make sure they're in compliance. Mr. Porterfield said administrators and staff will be provided training and a handbook. Periodically staff will hold brown bag trainings.
Mrs. Cox said it's good to indicate or reference if there's an AR or not with board policies.
Moved to action. |
0. Policy Summary
1. BP 3290 (Revised)
2. BP 3320 (Revised)
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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 League of School Conference
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Administration is recommending that this item be placed on the March 12, 2019, agenda for approval.
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| Moved to consent. |
Out of State Travel Request
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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: - CWHS Ag – Corning, CA (03/15/2019)
- CHS – Riverside, CA (03/23/2019)
- CHS – Thespian Society – Upland, CA (03/27/2019)
- CHS ROP – Anaheim, CA (04/05/2019)
- CHS ROP – San Francisco, CA (04/09/2019)
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See attached Field Trip forms.
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Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 12, 2019, Board Agenda for action.
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| Moved to consent. |
INFO 2-26-2019
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Summer Programs will continue to be offered during the Summer of 2019 in order to support the needs of at-risk students. LCAP Goal 1, Action 4: Central USD will provide supplemental staff, instruction, and materials to support the MTSS-Academic Tiers 2-3 via Intervention, before/after school tutoring, Saturday School and Summer School to address the academic needs of unduplicated students. |
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Summer School is held to support students at-risk in early literacy, intermediate grades and for high school credit retrieval as well as to provide transitional opportunities for students entering kindergarten and support for students with disabilities. In addition to academic programming, Central opens select libraries to promote and support summer reading and our food services staff continues to offer a Community Food program for breakfast and lunch serving centers at five school locations throughout the district. An overview of the improvements to our summer offerings will be provided during the meeting in preparation for advertising and recruitment which begins in March 2019. |
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Mr. Atkins asked which campuses will summer school courses be offered. Mrs. Davis said McKinley will do Kindercamp and extended year, River Bluff will do literacy, Rio Vista will do STEM, and the high school will have credit retrieval.
Ms. Carrillo asked if the high school offers original credit in the summer? Mrs. Davis said the summer is more for credit retrieval for those who wish to improve a grade not to get an advance class.
Information only. |
Summer School General Info Flyer 2019
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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 11, 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 will be presented at the March 12, 2019, Board meeting for discussion and action.
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The Second Interim is a status report.
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Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 12, 2019, Board Agenda for Action.
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Mr. Solis asked if projected retirement cost is included. Mr. Porterfield stated yes, that it is included.
Moved to consent. |
PowerPoint 2018-2019 Second Interim Report
Second Interim Budget Report 3-12-19
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The District is in the last contracted year with FCSS/FCOE for Internet Services.
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Technology Services has received multiple proposals and is recommending to continue with FCSS/FCOE as the district’s Internet Service Provider.
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Annual cost of $36,000 with an estimate annual E-Rate eligible discount of $28,800 at an estimated annual District Cost of $7,200.
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Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 12, 2019, Board Agenda for Action.
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Mrs. Cox asked on the length of the contract. for. Mr. Porterfield stated that this contract returns to the Board every year, but will provide clarification on the length of the contract.
Moved to consent. |
Proposal
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The District is in the last contracted year with AT&T and Sebastian for Wide Area Network (WAN) services connecting all school sites to the district Network Operations Center (NOC).
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Technology Services received multiple proposals and are recommending to continue with AT&T for Option 2 (urban) and Audeamus/Sebastian for Option 3 (rural) as the most cost-effective in a new contracted term of 4 years with 1 year option.
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Annual cost of $288,623.52 with an estimate annual E-Rate eligible discount of $230,898.82 at an estimated annual District Cost of $57,724.70 from the General Fund.
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Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 12, 2019 Board Agenda for Action.
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Mrs. Cox asked what areas are covered by AT&T and Sebastian. Mr. Porterfield stated that AT&T covers all areas except Biola which is covered by Sebastian.
Mr. Atkins asked what two areas were not covered by AT&T. Mr. Porterfield stated that one area was Biola but will let the Board now the area.
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Wide Area Network Agreement
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In an effort to support academic excellence and mission-critical systems, the Technology Services department has identified district wide aging and obsolete wireless network equipment that need to be replaced along with implementing new hardware to support higher density of client devices, instructional Cloud based services, online testing, and IT hardware. |
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Technology Services received multiple proposals and are recommending to award AMS.net as an accurate and lowest cost proposal. |
Total cost of $914,552.02 with an estimated E-Rate eligible discount of $710,423.22 at an estimated District cost of $204,128.80. |
Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 12, 2019, Board Agenda for Action.
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Mrs. Cox asked how are sites decided? Mr. Porterfield said it's dependent on the age of equipment. Mrs. Cox asked if we're able to keep all of our sites at the same service level and speeds? Mr. Porterfield said that's the goal. Newer sites have the better technology and there's a sequential method on how to bring the older sites up to the same levels. Mrs. Cox asked if the Board can get a list of the timeline for the upgrades. Mr. Porterfield said he'll provide that information.
Moved to consent. |
Proposal
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Hanh Phan Tilley Elementary School is approaching completion, the network infrastructure equipment will be need to be ordered. |
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Technology Services has received proposals for the requested network equipment and is recommending the lowest response with CDWG utilizing the Board approved CalSAVE Technology Contract #527683. |
The total cost is $80,885.16 to be paid out of the General Fund. |
Administration is recommending this item be placed on the March 12, 2019 Board Agenda for Action. |
| Moved to consent. |
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| Mr. Alvarado stated that on April 2nd a Special Board Workshop will be held on Facilities and April 30th on Suspensions, Expulsion and Intervention and workshops will begin at 6 PM in room 4 at the District office. April 27 and 28 will be the Governance Workshop and information will be provided once finalized. |
13-Month Board Calendar
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Mr. Alvarado spoke on the Read Across America day is happening this Friday and throughout the week. Congratulations to our boys soccer team for being our Valley Champions and for winning the first of state playoff games tonight. Kudos to our girls basketball for playing tonight. Central Cheer squads performed at the National Championships and placed high on a national level.
Mr. Cervantes commended the Central USD administrators, Mr. Kelejian and parents for handling the situation at the Friday night soccer game because it was on the brink of getting ugly quickly and our people intervened in a positive way and our students stayed clear of the chaos. We conducted ourselves with control.
Mrs. Cox said on March 12, CSBA has its Legislative Action Day in Sacramento with discussion on LCFF and COLA. Home to School Transportation Bill will also be discussed. She will be attending and invited other Board members to attend. |
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The next regular board meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 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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| The next regular board meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2019, 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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Adjourned at 8:19 pm. Passed with a motion by Mr. Richard Atkins and a second by Mr. Richard Solis. |
Yes Mr. Richard Atkins.
Yes Ms. Yesenia Carrillo.
Yes Mr. Phillip Cervantes.
Yes Mrs. Terry Cox.
Yes Mr. Jason Paul.
Yes Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann.
Yes Mr. Richard Solis.
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| Present | Mr. Richard Atkins |
| Present | Ms. Yesenia Carrillo |
| Present | Mr. Phillip Cervantes |
| Present | Mrs. Terry Cox |
| Present | Mr. Jason Paul |
| Absent | Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann |
| Present | Mr. Richard Solis |
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| Present | Mr. Naindeep Singh Chann |
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