Regular Board Meeting Centralia Elementary School District ... · Centralia Elementary School District is called on February 12, 2020 5:30 PM Centralia School District Board Room

You are hereby notified that the Regular Board Meeting

of the Governing Board of the Centralia Elementary School District is called on

February 12, 2020 5:30 PM

Centralia School District Board Room 6625 La Palma Avenue, Buena Park, California 90620

(714) 228-3100 www.cesd.us

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special assistance be required to participate in this meeting, please contact the Superintendent’s office at (714) 228-3131. Notification by noon on Mondays prior to the Board meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to assure accessibility to this meeting. Please turn all cellular telephones and electronic devices to silent mode during the meeting.

Norma E. Martinez Superintendent

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Agenda – Regular Board Meeting

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A G E N D A

February 12, 2020 Centralia School District

Mission Statement: Centralia Elementary School District is committed to meeting the diverse educational needs of all students and creating lifelong learners, by providing exceptional staff and opportunities for family and community involvement in a safe and nurturing environment. CALL TO ORDER TIME: _______ PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL ____ Mr. Henry Charoen, Board President ____ Mr. Luis Flores ____ Mrs. Elizabeth A. Gonzalez ____ Mr. Ian J. Macdonald ____ Mr. Art Montez RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION TIME: _______ Recess to Closed Session prior to and following open session as needed to consider the following matters:

1) Conference with Labor Negotiator, Mr. Darrick Garcia, to provide direction regarding Negotiations: Centralia Education Association (CEA); California School Employees Association (CSEA); Centralia Management Association (CMA); unrepresented employees; Superintendent; Assistant Superintendents; pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6 and 54954.5

2) Discuss Public Employee Matters: Appointment; Employment; Performance; Evaluation; Discipline; Dismissal; Release - Superintendent’s Mid-Year Evaluation

3) Discuss litigation and pending litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - 6:00 P.M. TIME: _________ REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION The Board President will report out from closed session as appropriate.



SCHOOL REPORT San Marino School AGENDA APPROVAL Action: Approve Board Agenda of the Regular Board Meeting of February 12, 2020. Motion: _____________ Second: ____________ Vote: _____________ MINUTES APPROVAL Action: Approve Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of January 15, 2020 and February 5, 2020. Motion: _____________ Second: ____________ Vote: _____________ PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the audience wishing to address the Board on any topic, including any item on the agenda, are invited to do so at this time, or make the request to address the Board when the item of interest is discussed during the Board Meeting. All speakers wishing to address the Board are invited to complete a Public Input Card in advance and present it to the Secretary of the Board, or simply raise a hand when the Board President asks for members of the public wishing to speak. All speakers are to wait until the Board President recognizes them before making any statements. Each speaker is allocated a maximum of three minutes. The Board reserves the right to limit the time on any single agenda item in consideration of conducting the business of the entire agenda. Board action may not legally be taken on any item not specifically listed on the agenda, however, the Board may ask that such items be placed on the next agenda for consideration. Testimony is not protected from damage claims for libel. Public charges or allegations may result in legal action. PRIORITY DISCUSSION

6.5 PRESENTATION: CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

Presentation of Centralia School District’s 2020 Classified Employee of the Year

4.1 INFORMATION: CITIZENS OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE ANNUAL REPORT Presentation of information relative to the Measure N Annual Report

5.1 INFORMATION: MEASURE N UPDATE

Presentation of Measure N Projects



SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT Information: The Superintendent will share District communications from individuals and/or organizations regarding District programs and services. DEPARTMENT REPORT Information: Maintenance & Operations

1.0 CONSENT CALENDAR Action: Items on the Consent Calendar are those in which the Governing Board has deliberated previously or which can be classified as routine items of business for the school district. Therefore, no separate discussion is scheduled on these items prior to voting. All Consent Calendar items will be accepted upon by one motion affirming the action recommended on the agenda.

Motion: _____________ Second: ____________ Vote: _____________

1.1 GIFTS TO DISTRICT

Accept donations to the District

1.2 FINANCIAL REPORTS Approve General, Cafeteria, and Child Development Fund Reports for December 2019

1.3 PURCHASE ORDERS AND CHECKS

Ratify purchase orders and checks for December 2019

1.4 TEACHER INDUCTION PROGRAM – ORANGE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

Authorize 2019/20 Memorandum of Understanding #49715 with the Orange County Department of Education

1.5 DIGITAL TRANSMISSION SERVICES – SPECTRUM ENTERPRISE Authorize agreement for E-Rate Year 23 transmission services



2.0 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT

Board Goal: Actively engage all District Stakeholders through ongoing communication. LCAP Goal 3: Engagement – Engage parents, staff, and community to promote stellar educational opportunities for all students within an inspirational environment.

2.1 PARENT ORGANIZATIONS Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Parent Teacher Student Organization (PTSO), School Site Council (SSC) English Learner Advisory (ELA) Committee

2.2 CENTRALIA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (CEA) Ms. Tera Fowler, President

2.3 CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION, CHAPTER #136 (CSEA) Ms. Erin Morinishi, President

2.4 CENTRALIA MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (CMA) Ms. Susie Estrada, President

3.0 STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT Board Goal: Foster an environment that allows students to meet/exceed state and federal academic standards and addresses the requirements of Common Core. LCAP Goal 2: Pupil Outcomes – Ensure all students, including ELs and other identified sub-groups demonstrate academic growth and proficiency to leave each grade meeting or exceeding standards to prepare all students for their journey toward college and career readiness. 3.1 ACTION: COMPREHENSIVE DISTRICT AND SCHOOL SAFETY ACTION PLANS – 2019/20

Approve the updates to the Comprehensive District and School Safety Action Plans Motion: _____________ Second: ____________ Vote: _____________

3.2 DISCUSSION/ACTION: DUAL LANGUAGE IMMERSION PROGRAM

Approve option to implement a Dual Language Immersion Program




4.0 ACCOUNTABILITY Board Goal: Maximize District resources to ensure fiscal solvency and quality instruction. LCAP Goal 1: Conditions for Learning – Align student learning to state-adopted standards supported by appropriately prepared teachers, materials, instruction and technology in a safe and clean environment to promote exemplary teaching and learning. 4.1 INFORMATION: CITIZENS OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE ANNUAL REPORT Presentation of information relative to the Measure N Annual Report

5.0 FACILITIES/ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY Board Goal: Maintain a welcoming, safe, and healthy environment for all. LCAP Goal 1: Conditions for Learning – Align student learning to state-adopted standards supported by appropriately prepared teachers, materials, instruction and technology in a safe and clean environment to promote exemplary teaching and learning. 5.1 INFORMATION: MEASURE N UPDATE

Presentation of Measure N Projects 5.2 INFORMATION: QUARTERLY REPORT - WILLIAMS COMPLAINTS

Board receipt of information for complaints reported during the fourth quarter reporting period

6.0 HUMAN RESOURCES Board Goal: Hire and maintain highly qualified and appropriately assigned

personnel who are invested in student success. LCAP Goal 1: Conditions for Learning - Align student learning to state-adopted

standards supported by appropriately prepared teachers, materials, instruction and technology in a safe and clean environment to promote exemplary teaching and learning.

6.1 ACTION: CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL

Ratify and approve employment, reclassifications, leaves of absences, terminations, resignations, job descriptions, and/or employment contracts.


6.2 ACTION: CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL

Ratify and approve employment, reclassifications, leaves of absences, terminations, resignations, job descriptions, and/or employment contracts.




6.3 ACTION: STUDENT TEACHING AGREEMENT – CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON

Ratify a Student Teaching Agreement with California State University,

effective February 12, 2020 through February 12, 2026 Motion: _____________ Second: ____________ Vote: _____________ 6.4 ACTION: TEACHING INTERNSHIP AGREEMENT – CALIFORNIA STATE

UNIVERSITY, FULLERTON Ratify a Teaching Internship Agreement with California State University,

effective February 12, 2020 through February 12, 2026 Motion: _____________ Second: ____________ Vote: _____________ 6.5 PRESENTATION: CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR

Presentation of Centralia School District’s 2020 Classified Employee of the Year

7.0 GOVERNANCE TEAM ISSUES/PLANNING The Governing Board will approve Board Policies, discuss meeting guidelines,

master calendar, future planning and general activities as noted on the Communications Board and current reports.

7.1 ACTION: RESOLUTION NO. 1621 IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 13:

PUBLIC PRESCHOOL, K-12 AND COLLEGE HEALTH AND SAFETY BOND ACT OF 2020

Adopt Resolution No. 1621 in support of Proposition 13

Motion: _____________ Second: ____________ Vote: _____________ 7.2 ACTION: BOARD BYLAW BB 9323.2 – FIRST READING

Accept for First Reading BB 9323.2 – Actions by the Board


7.3 BOARD REPORTS:

Mr. Charoen: ETC Mr. Flores: ETC; Nominating Committee Alt.; Interdistrict Transfer

Appeals Panel, Alt.



Mrs. Gonzalez: ETC; GASELPA, Interdistrict Transfer Appeals Panel Mr. Macdonald: ETC; Centralia Community Collaborative; Nominating

Committee; Audit Committee Alt.; GASELPA Alt. Mr. Montez: ETC; Audit Committee

7.4 ADVANCE PLANNING REQUESTS: Board Members may make requests for information and/or future agenda items. ADJOURNMENT TIME: _______ NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING:

March 11, 2020

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Centralia Elementary School District Administrative Center – Board Room 6625 La Palma Avenue Buena Park, California 90620 (714) 228-3100 www.cesd.us __________________________________________________________________________________________________ MINUTES – Regular Board Meeting January 15, 2020 Call to Order Trustee Charoen called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Trustee Flores led the Pledge of Allegiance. Members Present Trustee Charoen, Trustee Flores, Trustee Gonzalez, Trustee Macdonald and

Trustee Montez were present. Members Absent None. Closed Session Trustee Charoen recessed to Closed Session at 5:32 p.m. to conference with Labor

Negotiator, Mr. Darrick Garcia, to provide direction regarding Negotiations: Centralia Education Association (CEA); California School Employees Association (CSEA); Centralia Management Association (CMA); unrepresented employees; Superintendent; Assistant Superintendents; pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6 and 54954.5; discuss Public Employee Matters: Appointment; Employment; Performance; Evaluation; Discipline; Dismissal; Release; discuss litigation and pending litigation, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9. Settlement Agreement Student #8821869, Case #2019091006.

Reconvene/Report Out Trust Charoen reconvened the meeting at 6:00 p.m. and the Superintendent From Closed Session reported out as follows: On the motion of Trustee Gonzalez, seconded by Trustee

Macdonald, and by roll call vote, the Governing Board unanimously voted to approve the settlement agreement, without prejudice in case 2019091006 in the total amount of $7,700. This settlement constitutes full and final settlement of all claims through the mediation process: Student #8821869.

School Presentation Raymond Temple School Principal Dr. Estela Salas shared information about

Raymond Temple School and introduced presenters: Raymond Temple student Aissa Carvalho, who shared information about caring, connectedness, ASL, and Deaf Awareness Week; Mr. Jason Cooper representing the Anaheim Ducks Organization, who spoke about their partnership; PTA President Ms. Rebecca Pancake who shared information about PTA activities at Raymond Temple School.

Approval of Agenda Moved by Trustee Gonzalez, seconded by Trustee Macdonald and carried unanimously that the Governing Board approve the January 15, 2020 agenda.

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Approval of Minutes Moved by Trustee Gonzalez, seconded by Trustee Macdonald and carried unanimously that the Governing Board approve the December 11, 2019, Board Meeting Minutes.

Public Comment Ms. Paulette Chaffee addressed the Governing Board and stated she was running

for the Board of Education for Area 4. She shared information from the Orange County Human Relations Commission Event related to making schools feel welcome and safe. She also shared information about a high school student ambassador program called the Bridge Program, the Be Well O.C. program, and her belief that medical professionals should be made available to students in schools.

Priority Discussion There were no priority discussion items. Superintendent’s Report Superintendent Martinez made a presentation to the Board sharing good news

and activities in the Centralia Elementary School District. Department Report Dr. Stacy Chang, Director of Parent and Student Engagement, made a

presentation to the Board sharing information about department responsibilities.

1.0 Consent Calendar Moved by Trustee Macdonald, seconded by Trustee Gonzalez, and carried

unanimously that the Governing Board approve the following Consent Calendar items to:

1.1 GIFTS TO DISTRICT

Accept Donations to the District as reported for January.

1.2 FINANCIAL REPORTS Approve General, Cafeteria, and Child Development Fund Reports for November.

1.3 PURCHASE ORDERS AND CHECKS

Ratify Purchase Orders (#N12C1392 through #N12X2688) and Checks (#12064458 through #12064776).

1.4 NONPUBLIC AGENCY SERVICES (ACCOUNTABLE HEALTHCARE STAFFING)

Ratify a Nonpublic, Nonsectarian School/Agency Services Master Contract with Accountable healthcare Staffing to provide Speech/Language Therapy Consultations and Assessments effective January 1, 2020 through January 31, 2020 in amount not to exceed $14,000 funded by Special Education Fund budget 01.142.50.60.5801.

2.0 Stakeholder Engagement 2.1 Parent Organizations – Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Parent

Teacher Student Organization (PTSO), School Site Council (SSC) and English Learner Advisory Committee (ELAC) – Mrs. Rebecca Pancake, PTA President of Raymond Temple School provided a report to the Board under School Presentation.


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2.2 CENTRALIA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (CEA) CEA President, Ms. Tera Fowler, addressed the Board on behalf of CEA.

She welcomed everyone back and thanked the Board for the long-term goals and vision they are providing. She congratulated Buena Terra and Miller Schools for being named California Distinguished Schools and everyone for working together for that recognition. She shared that teachers are working on assessments for parent/teacher conferences next week, completing Benchmarks and preparing for report cards.

2.3 California School Employees Association, Chapter #136 – no report was

given. 2.4 Centralia Management Association (CMA) – no report was given.

3.0 Student Achievement

3.1 INFORMATION: 2018/19 CAASPP SUBGROUP AND DASHBOARD DATA Dr. Kristine Cvar, Assistant Superintendent of Education Services,

presented an overview of subgroup data from the 2018/19 California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress (CAASPP) test scores and a review of the California School Dashboard as required by the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) to show progress in closing the achievement gap, and answered questions posed by Trustees.

3.2 ACTION: MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING – SYSTEM

MANAGEMENT GROUP Moved by Trustee Flores, seconded by Trustee Montez and carried

unanimously that the Governing Board approve a 2020 memorandum of Understanding (MOU) Agreement with System Management Group, effective February 1, 2020 through May 31, 2020.

4.0 Accountability 4.1 INFORMATION: CALPADS DEMOGRAPHIC DATA

Mr. Martin, Assistant Superintendent of Business and Administrative Services, presented information from the California Longitudinal Pupil Achievement Data System (CALPADS) and answered questions posed by Board members.

5.0 Facilities/Environment/Safety 5.1 INFORMATION: DISTRICT WATER USAGE

At the request of Trustee Montez, information was shared with the Governing Board relative to the District’s water usage. Trustees held a discussion about water consumption, draught issues, availability of fields for student use, the age of existing water pipes, funds available through deferred maintenance and routine restricted maintenance and a possible assessment for reducing our consumption.


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6.0 Human Resources

6.1 ACTION: CERTIFICATED PERSONNEL

Moved by Trustee Macdonald, seconded by Trustee Gonzalez and carried unanimously that the Governing Board approve the following actions:

Ratify the employment of the following substitute teachers for the 2019/20 school year on an as needed basis:

Marlene Kohn eff. 12/02/19

Kim Miller eff. 12/05/19

Patricia Purnell eff. 12/06/19

Vanessa Romero eff. 12/20/19

Lisa Tharp eff. 12/04/19

Ratify the extra duty assignment for the following approved Miller teachers to teach after school intervention from December 1, 2019 through May 30, 2020, and paid at the certificated hourly rate not to exceed 61 hours total, funded by the Miller School Budget 01.003.99.07.1120 at a cost not to exceed $3,000 including statutory benefits. This is a budgeted expense.

Maria Conferti Geof Fairchild Angela Larzo

Lydia Mena Vivian Shin Shandra Pickler

Denise Welbourne

Ratify the extra duty assignment for the following approved Los Coyotes teachers to attend professional development from August 7, 2019 through May 21, 2020, and paid at the certificated hourly rate not to exceed 27 hours total, funded by the Los Coyotes School Budget 01.004.99.06.1120 at a cost not to exceed $1320.00, including statutory benefits. This is a budgeted expense.

Harriet Booke Rebecca Croff Leigh Dominguez

Robin St. Hilaire Heidi Kim Pat Luft

Anna Merino Kerry Mills Denise VandenRaadt


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Ratify the extra duty assignment for the following approved Danbrook teachers to provide support for after school intervention program from October 1, 2019 through May 13, 2020, and paid at the certificated hourly rate, funded by the Danbrook Title 1 Budget and funded and approved in LCAP 01.212.03.03.1120 and 01-003.99.03.1120  at a cost not to exceed $16,000 including statutory benefits. This is a budgeted expense

Soraya Flores Sandra Patrick Deena Parmar

Theresa Ogawa Joan Barnes Traci Woodford

Matt Gott Aimee Valle Gina Ramseyer

Bekki Adair Larissa Hughes Amruta Singh

Sally Snyder Susanne Shapiro Michele Shanahan

Liza Bernard Gloria Begley Lissa Mirand

Chrissie Brooks Veronica Bandzeladze Jamie Malchak

Agueda Veloz

Ratify the extra duty assignment for the following approved Los Coyotes teachers to provide support for interventions from December 1, 2019 through May 21, 2020, and paid at the certificated hourly rate not to exceed 61 hours total, funded by the Los Coyotes School Budget 01.003.99.06.1120 at a cost not to exceed $3,000 including statutory benefits. This is a budgeted expense.

Denise Vanden Raadt Kerry Mills Amy Choi

Linda Laszlo Rebecca Croff Robin St. Hilaire

Leigh Dominguez

6.2 ACTION: CLASSIFIED PERSONNEL

Moved by Trustee Flores, seconded by Trustee Macdonald and carried unanimously that the Governing Board approve the following actions:

Approve/Ratify the employment of the following substitute employee, on an as needed basis effective for the 2019/20 school year at the appropriate substitute rate of pay funded by the General Fund Budget. This is a budgeted position.

Tony Tran Substitute Custodian eff. 12/10/19


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Ratify the employment of the following classified personnel, due to a resignation, funded by the Special Education Budget with the employee placed on the Classified Hourly Salary Schedule. This is a budgeted expense.

Yumise Ross, Special Education Instructional Assistant eff. 01/06/20 Range 12, Step 1

Ratify the extra duty assignment for Payroll Specialists, Linda Cowgill and Erin Morinishi to provide extra support for payroll duties as needed, for the 2019/20 school year, not to exceed 50 hours each and paid at their current rate of pay not to exceed $5,000 including statutory benefits funded by the Fiscal Services Budget 01.532.50.70.2420. This is a budgeted expense.

Ratify the extra duty assignment for Lisa Pellicano, School Office Manager to provide extra support for California Basic Educational Data System (CBEDS) data base changes, from November 20, 2019 through December 6, 2019, not to exceed 6 hours total and paid at her current rate of pay not to exceed $350 including statutory benefits funded by the Buena Terra Budget 01.532.50.70.2420. This is a budgeted expense.

Ratify the extra duty assignment for Special Education Instructional Assistants-Behavioral Intervention, Patricia Gamez and Carol Lopp to provide Zones of self-regulation parent and staff trainings from October 1, 2019 through May 30, 2020, not to exceed 40 hours total and paid at their current rate of pay not to exceed $1,288 including statutory benefits, and funded and approved in the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). This is a budgeted expense.

Ratify the extra duty assignment for Web Digital Media Developer, Shannon Hankinson, to provide administrative support to the Superintendent on an as needed basis, for the 2019/20 school year, not to exceed 50 hours, paid at her current rate of pay not to exceed $2,100 including statutory benefits funded by the Superintendent’s Budget 01.531.50.35.2442. This is a budgeted expense.

Ratify an Honorarium for Dispatcher, Debbie Van Gessel, to perform additional duties within the Transportation Department, while the Transportation Supervisor position is vacant, in an amount not to exceed $299 per month until position is filled, funded by the Transportation Department’s Budget 01.535.5030.2268.

Ratify the 2019/20 substitute assignment for retired Executive Assistant to the Superintendent, Ruth Ann McMillen, from January 6, 2020 through June 30, 2020, not to exceed 320 hours funded by the General Fund, 01.503.02.99.2410, not to exceed $18,600.


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Approve/ratify the Superintendent’s acceptance of letters of resignation from the following classified staff:

Griselda Marin Para Educator eff. 12/23/19

Casey Multhaupt Instructional Assistant eff. 12/20/19

Ivan Perez Substitute Instructional eff. 01/10/20 Assistant-Special Education

Vanessa Wilson Noon Recreation Supervisor eff. 01/03/20 7.0 Governance Team Issues/Planning

7.1 ACTION: CENTRALIA COMMUNITY COLLABORATIVE

Moved by Trustee Macdonald, seconded by Trustee Flores and carried unanimously that the Governing Board revoke the requirement to have a Board representative and alternate on the Centralia Community Collaborative for this year and that the Governing Board revisit this requirement next year.

7.2 ACTION: POLICY REVIEW TEAM - BULLYING Moved by Trustee Macdonald, seconded by Trustee Montez and carried unanimously that the Governing Board appoint Trustees Flores and Montez to serve on a Policy Review Team with the Superintendent, Assistant Superintendent of Education Services, and the Director of Parent and Student Engagement to address the District’s Policies regarding bullying.

7.3 BOARD REPORTS

Trustees shared information from events as follows: Trustee Gonzalez

• Glee Choir Performance at Buena Terra School • Holiday Shopping Spree • Albert Robles Center for Water Recycling & Environmental

Learning regarding possible future student field trips

Trustee Macdonald • Meeting with California Secretary of State relative to voting

centers and the California Census • Dysinger Kitchen tour • Meeting with Buena Park Mayor Pro Tem, Connor Traut relative

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Trustee Flores • Meeting with a company that focuses on bullying and suicide

prevention

Trustee Montez • Toy giveaway event • Meetings with elected officials relative to water usage and

health issues • Dysinger Kitchen tour • Parenting Program graduation

7.4 ADVANCE PLANNING REQUESTS:

Trustee Charoen requested that testing schedules be shared with Trustees when they have been set. Trustees Charoen and Montez requested that staff focus on socio-economic determinates including referrals to Cal Optima to improve absenteeism. Trustee Flores offered to work with Trustee Gonzalez on a Kindness Program. Trustee Gonzalez stated that programs are already in place and expressed concern about additional work for staff in exploring additional programs when the programs already in place are working. Trustee Montez requested the following:

• A study of our current water consumption be completed, and that an action plan be prepared based on the results of the study to reduce our water consumption by 40% - 60%.

• Data from CalPads be placed on GPS mapping. • Requests made for the last four months be reviewed. • Assess what we have in data, resources, and assets in all areas to

determine the efficiency of our current practices and programs at all sites.

ADJOURNMENT President Charoen adjourned the meeting at 7:33 PM. ______________________________________ Norma E. Martinez, Superintendent Secretary to the Board

NEXT SCHEDULED MEETINGS Special Board Meeting February 5, 2020 Regular Board Meeting February 12, 2020

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Centralia Elementary School District Administrative Center – Board Room 6625 La Palma Avenue Buena Park, California 90620 (714) 228-3100 www.cesd.us __________________________________________________________________________________________________ MINUTES – Special Board Meeting February 5, 2020 Call to Order Trustee Charoen called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Trustee Montez led the Pledge of Allegiance. Members Present Trustee Charoen, Trustee Flores, Trustee Gonzalez, Trustee Macdonald and

Trustee Montez were present. Members Absent None. Closed Session Trustee Charoen recessed to Closed Session at 5:31 p.m. to discuss Public

Employee Matters: Appointment; Employment; Performance; Evaluation; Discipline; Dismissal; Release – Superintendent Mid-Year Evaluation.

Reconvene/Report Out Trust Charoen reconvened the meeting at 6:01 p.m. There was no reporting out. From Closed Session

Approval of Agenda Moved by Trustee Gonzalez, seconded by Trustee Flores and carried unanimously

that the Governing Board approve the February 5, 2020 agenda. Public Comment CEA President, Ms. Tera Fowler, addressed the Board on behalf of CEA. She

asked to make her comments prior to item 1.3 – Classroom Technology. Ms. Fowler stated that teachers use many technology programs in the classroom, but when you research jobs that can be replaced by robots in the future, you will not find teachers. She shared that the success of the District is evidence that our instruction is effective and that teachers are preparing students to be college and career ready by giving developing their abilities and skills and discussed the pros and cons of technology in the classroom. Further, she stated that it is important that all ramifications be considered prior to adding more technology programs in the classroom and what we would have to give up.

1.0 Student Achievement

3.1 PRESENTATION: SPECIAL EDUCATION PLAN At the request of Trustee Montez, Dr. Kristine Cvar, Assistant

Superintendent of Education Services, presented an overview of the District’s Special Education Program including student identification, litigation, funding, and student safety training provided to staff, and answered questions posed by Trustees.

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3.2 PRESENTATION: DUAL LANGUAGE IMMERSION PROGRAM Superintendent Norma Martinez, presented information outlining

options and steps necessary to develop a Dual Language Immersion Program, and answered questions posed by Trustees.

At the direction of the Board President, the Superintendent will

agendize this item for the February 12, 2020 meeting with estimated program costs and possible cost benefits.

3.3 PRESENTATION: CLASSROOM TECHNOLOGY At the request of Trustees Charoen and Macdonald, Dr. Kristine Cvar,

Assistant Superintendent of Education Services, presented information on the current use of instructional technology, student use of technology tools in the classroom, teacher training and preparing students for college and career readiness, and answered questions posed by Trustees.

At the direction of the Board President, the Superintendent will

determine if there is an interest by the schools to add 3-D printers to their instructional program, and bring that information back to the Board for discussion and/or action relative to funding.

1.4 PRESENTATION: VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS (VAPA) At the request of Trustees Gonzalez and Macdonald, Dr. Kristine Cvar,

Assistant Superintendent of Education Services, presented information on modifications to the current Visual and Performing Arts program and the fiscal impact, gathered input from Board members as to their wishes relative to VAPA program offerings, and answered questions posed by Trustees.

ADJOURNMENT

President Charoen adjourned the meeting at 9:16 p.m. ______________________________________ Norma E. Martinez, Superintendent Secretary to the Board

NEXT SCHEDULED MEETING Regular Board Meeting March 11, 2020

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TO: Governing Board FROM: Superintendent Norma E. Martinez

AGENDA ITEM: CONSENT CALENDAR TITLE: Gifts to District

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board accept the following donations:

FROM TO FOR ITEM AMOUNT Guidestone

Church San Marino Instructional supplies

Cash donation

$500

Shutterbug Express School

Portraits San Marino Instructional

supplies Cash donation $280

Chipotle Miller 6th Grade Camp Cash donation $445.43

Northgate Market Food Services NRC and Family Expo Cereal and canned items

Background Information It is District Policy that that all gifts donated to the District be submitted to the Governing Board. The Governing Board may accept any gift, grant, or bequest of money, property, or service to the District from any individual, organization, foundation, or public or private agency that desires to support the District's educational program.

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AGENDA ITEM: CONSENT CALENDAR TITLE: Financial Reports

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the following financial reports: December • General Fund report • Cafeteria Fund report • Child Development Fund report Background Information Each month, standard financial reports are generated by the Business Department for the purposes of Governing Board review and fiscal monitoring. SRM:nma

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AGENDA ITEM: CONSENT CALENDAR TITLE: Purchase Orders and Checks

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board ratify December purchase orders issued in accordance with the District’s Purchasing Policy and that purchase orders be approved and payment authorized upon delivery and acceptance of items ordered. December 12064777 - 12065022 Background Information The purchase order report is submitted to the Governing Board on a monthly basis for the approval of District expenditures.

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Legend Abbreviation Definition BO Business Office BT Buena Terra CC Child Care CN Centralia DN Danbrook DY Dysinger ED.SVC. Ed. Services FS Fiscal Services HR Human Resources IT Informational Technology KIT Kitchen LC Los Coyotes ML Miller MNB Measure N Bond MOT Maintenance, Operations & Transportation RT Raymond Temple SM San Marino SP.ED. Special Education SUPT Superintendent WHSE Warehouse

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TO: Governing Board FROM : Superintendent Norma E. Martinez AGENDA ITEM: HUMAN RESOURCES TITLE: Teacher Induction Program - Orange County Department of

Education Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board authorize the 2019/20 Memorandum of Understanding #49715 with the Orange County Department of Education (OCDE) for participation in the Teacher Induction Program. OCDE will reimburse the District for stipends issued to the mentor teachers. Background Information The Consortium’s goal is to provide quality professional development and support to candidates required by the Commission on Teacher Credentialing to clear their preliminary credentials through an Induction Program. DG:jj

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AGENDA ITEM: CONSENT CALENDAR TITLE: Digital Transmission Services – Spectrum Enterprise

Recommendation It is recommended that Governing Board award the bid and authorize staff to enter into a contract with Spectrum Enterprise for High Speed Wide Area Network (WAN) Services per guidelines established through the E-Rate program of the Schools and Libraries Division (SLD). The monthly recurring cost before the E-rate and California Teleconnect Fund (CTF) discounts is approximately $7,091.20 after the estimated 80% E-Rate and CTF discounts are applied. The District’s portion is anticipated to be $1,418.24 per month and will be funded by the General Fund Telephone Budget 01.533.99.99.5540. Background Information In order to comply with E-Rate program rules, the District must solicit quotations from vendors for specified products and services for a period of 28 days. The District solicited vendors for E-Rate Funding Year 23 projects by placing an advertisement in the Orange County Register, filing Form 470 on the SLD website and issuing a Request for Proposals which was posted on the District’s website on December 18, 2019. The E-Rate reimbursement for this system is applicable under the Category One discount tier at approximately 80%. The District’s percentage is based on the previous year’s free and reduced meal program percentages. Spectrum Enterprise was the awarded bidder under E-Rate guidelines. SRM:cwn

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AGENDA ITEM: STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT TITLE: Comprehensive District and School Safety Action Plans – 2019/20

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board approve the updates to the Comprehensive District and School Safety Action Plans. Information The Comprehensive District and School Safety Action Plans have been developed and are reviewed annually and updated as needed to reflect necessary changes to maintain school safety. Each site adheres to this comprehensive plan and updates their individual School Action Plan annually, modifying activities to reflect new needs and bring data and input from the School Safety Committee, local law enforcement agencies, and School Site Councils. The School Safety Action Plans will be available for the public on February 13, 2020. The plans will be posted on each site’s webpage under “School Policies.” KC:sm

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AGENDA ITEM: GOVERNANCE TEAM ISSUES/PLANNING

TITLE: Dual Language Immersion Program

Recommendation At the request of Trustee Charoen, it is recommended that the Governing Board review and discuss proposed options for a Dual Language Immersion Program. Background Information At the Special Board Meeting of February 5, 2020, the Board reviewed four options for the implementation of a Dual Language Immersion Program in the District. Trustee Charoen requested that the Superintendent provide cost information on two options selected by the Board for further discussion and action. The Superintendent will provide estimated program costs for each option and proposed timelines. NM:rmc

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AGENDA ITEM: ACCOUNTABILITY

TITLE: Citizens Oversight Committee Annual Report Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board receive information presented by the Citizens Oversight Committee (COC), regarding the status of the committee and activities relative to the oversight of Measure N fund utilization and modernization expenditures. Background Information Pursuant to COC Bylaws, the Committee shall present a written annual report to the Governing Board on Measure N in public session following each fiscal year. The report shall include a statement indicating whether the District is in compliance with the requirements of Article XIIIA, Section 1(b)(3) of the California Constitution and a summary of the Committee’s proceedings and activities. Presentation (10 mins)

1. Update (5 mins) 2. Questions (5 mins)

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AGENDA ITEM: FACILITIES/ENVIRONMENT/SAFETY

TITLE: Measure N Update Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board receive an update regarding items and projects related to the Measure N Bond program. Background Information The information presented, will include budget, status and timelines for current and upcoming projects. Presentation (30 mins)

1. Update (15 mins) 2. Questions (15 mins)

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AGENDA ITEM: HUMAN RESOURCES

TITLE: Quarterly Report – Williams Complaint

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board receive information that there were no complaints reported during the second quarter reporting period for the Centralia Elementary School District (October 1 through December 31, 2019) Background Information The Orange County Department of Education implemented a reporting procedure for all Orange County school districts to meet Uniform Complaint Reporting requirements per Education Code section 35186(d). Quarterly reports must be submitted to the Orange County Superintendent of Schools summarizing data on the nature and resolution of all complaints received pursuant to the Williams Settlement. DG:jj

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TITLE: Certificated Personnel

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board: Employment

• Ratify the employment of the following substitute teachers for the 2019/20 school year on an as needed basis:

Effective Aimee Aguilar 10/04/19 Ron Alarcon 12/26/19 Michelle Arredondo 12/16/19 Tiffany Benavides 09/06/19 Amy Cohen 08/27/19 Joe Duran 10/04/19 John Gregory 12/12/19 Keara Hurff 12/13/19 Kim LaTorre 12/09/19 Jose Nunez 09/18/19 Brittany Taylor Davis 09/18/19 Marleen Zavala 09/26/19

• Ratify the extra duty assignment for Eric Ramirez, teacher at Buena Terra, to

provide support for the Lego Robotics program, from January 8, 2020, through February 19, 2020, and paid at the certificated hourly rate, funded and approved in the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 01.001.0135.1120 with the cost not to exceed $400, including statutory benefits. This is a budgeted expense.

• Ratify the extra duty assignment for Shandra Pickler, teacher at Miller, to provide enrichment science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) instruction before school and on one Saturday, from January 21, 2020, through May 2, 2020, and paid at the certificated hourly rate, funded and approved in the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 01.001.07.35.1120 with the cost not to exceed $1,350, including statutory benefits. This is a budgeted expense.

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• Ratify the extra duty assignment for the following approved teachers to attend

summer follow-up Cognitive Guided Instruction (CGI) training, on January 8, 2020, and paid at the certificated hourly rate not to exceed 1.5 hours each, funded and approved in the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 01.004.50.65.1120 with the cost not to exceed $1,900 including statutory benefits. This is a budgeted expense.

Joan Barnes Natalie Lazar Tracy Sariana Raquel Brown Amanda Lenhart Chelsie Steinert Kelly Calvert Suzanne Lusar Robin St. Hilaire Judy Chhouk Trista Matthews Jessica Torres Becky Daileda Roxanne McGraw Shannon Vey Pamela Guinn Silvia Meade Jeralynn Yanes Stephanie Jacobsen Lydia Mena Jeanne Kwon Yoon Linda Koning Jazmin Montgomery Angela Larzo Shandra Pickler

• Ratify the extra duty assignment for the following approved teachers to attend Year

One follow-up Cognitive Guided Instruction (CGI) training, on January 28, 2020, and paid at the certificated hourly rate not to exceed 1.5 hours each, funded and approved in the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) 01.004.50.65.1120 with a cost not to exceed $1,900 including statutory benefits. This is a budgeted expense. Joan Barnes Natalie Lazar Tracy Sariana Raquel Brown Amanda Lenhart Chelsie Steinert Kelly Calvert Suzanne Lusar Robin St. Hilaire Judy Chhouk Trista Matthews Jessica Torres Becky Daileda Roxanne McGraw Shannon Vey Pamela Guinn Silvia Meade Jeralynn Yanes Stephanie Jacobsen Lydia Mena Jeanne Kwon Yoon Linda Koning Jazmin Montgomery Angela Larzo Shandra Pickler

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Temporary Certificated Employees It is recommended that the Governing Board release the following certificated employees who are under Temporary contracts for the 2019/20 school year, effective May 21, 2020 pursuant to Education Code 44954: 012522390 012689868 012735495 012608091 012977668 012037716 012051590 012877485 012953293 012781278 012960801 (0.5 FTE) 012743511 012540788 012868960 012460239 012756043

Resignation/Retirement

It is recommended that the Governing Board approve/ratify the Superintendent’s acceptance of a letter of resignation from the following certificated staff:

Effective Anamarie Ballan Social Worker 06/05/20 Patricia Brinkman Teacher 05/21/20 Nicole Diederich Nurse 02/17/20 DG:jj

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TITLE: Classified Personnel

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board: Employment

• Ratify the employment of the following classified personnel, due to resignations, funded by the Special Education Budget. The employees will be placed on the Classified Hourly Salary Schedule. This is a budgeted expense.

Range Step Effective Alissa Brooks Special Education 12 1 01/14/20 Instructional Assistant Jessica Jackson Special Education 12 1 01/14/20 Instructional Assistant

• Ratify the employment of the following classified personnel, due to a resignation, funded by the Child Development Services Budget. The employee will be placed on the Classified Hourly Salary Schedule. This is a budgeted expense.

Range Step Effective

Jessica Daniel ASES Assistant 10 1 01/22/20

• Approve/Ratify the employment of the following substitute employees, on an as needed basis effective for the 2019/20 school year at the appropriate substitute rate of pay funded by the General Fund Budget. These are budgeted positions.

Effective

Jose Arellano Substitute Custodian 01/27/20 Raul Carranza Substitute Custodian 01/27/20 Francisco Mendez Substitute Custodian 01/27/20 Juan D. Sanchez Substitute Custodian 01/06/20

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• Ratify the extra duty assignment for Danielle Amaya-Martinez, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent to provide extra support and preparation for Board Meetings, from June 1, 2019 through December 5, 2019, not to exceed 50 hours total and paid at her current rate of pay not to exceed $2650 including statutory benefits funded by the Superintendent’s Office Budget 01.531.50.35.2320. This is a budgeted expense.

Resignation/Retirement

• Ratify/Approve the Superintendent’s acceptance of letters of resignation from the following classified staff:

Effective Adriana Fischer Special Education Instructional 01/28/20 Assistant Deanna Lee Substitute Health Clerk/Aide 01/20/20 Julissa Jacquez Administrative Assistant 02/19/20 DG:jj

ITEM 6.3 02/12/20




TITLE: Student Teaching Agreement California State University Fullerton

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board authorize a Student Teaching Agreement for students enrolled at California State University Fullerton, effective February 12, 2020, through February 12, 2026. Background Information This Agreement will allow the District to utilize college student assistance while providing the enrolled college student with fieldwork practice experiences through observation, participation, and guided practice for the students’ credential program, school counseling program and/or school psychology training programs through California State University Fullerton. DG:jj

ITEM 6.4 02/12/20




TITLE: Teaching Internship Agreement California State University Fullerton

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board authorize a Teaching Internship Agreement with California State University Fullerton, effective February 12, 2020, through February 12, 2026. Background Information A Teaching Internship Agreement allows for an internship program through California State University Fullerton for teachers to work with qualified interns. This Agreement allows enrolled college students to complete necessary class requirements. DG:jj

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TITLE: Presentation of Classified Employee of the Year

Presentation The Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources will present Centralia Elementary School District’s Classified Employee of the Year, Angelica Burger, Bilingual Instructional Assistant at Danbrook Elementary. Background Information Each year Centralia Elementary School District employees anonymously nominate classified employees for Classified Employee of the year. A committee is formed to screen all paperwork and select the Classified Employee of the Year. DG:jj

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AGENDA ITEM: GOVERNANCE TEAM ISSUES/PLANNING

TITLE: Resolution No. 1621 in Support of Proposition 13: Public Preschool, K-12 and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020

Recommendation At the request of Trustee Montez, it is recommended that the Governing Board adopt Resolution No. 1621 in support of Proposition 13: Public Preschool, K-12 and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 – Assembly Bill 48 (O’Donnell, Glazer). Background Information The California School Boards Association supports Proposition 13 on the March ballot. If passed, the measure would provide $15 billion for facilities at the state’s preschools, K-12 schools, community colleges and four-year colleges and universities. Specifically for K-12 schools it would provide $2.8 billion for new construction, $5.2 billion for modernization, and $150 million for lead in water testing and remediation. NM:rmc

Resolution No. 1621

Resolution in Support of Proposition 13: Public Preschool, K-12 and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020

Assembly Bill 48 (O’Donnell, Glazer) WHEREAS, all students deserve safe, welcoming, and stimulating learning environments that support personal well-being and academic success; and WHEREAS, school bond funds help schools provide safe facilities that offer the learning opportunities required for a high-quality 21st-century education; and WHEREAS, normal wear and tear and new technologies have rendered a substantial number of California’s classrooms insufficient to meet the 21st-century educational needs of students and provide environmental efficiencies; and WHEREAS, Proposition 13, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020, provides resources for the renovation and upgrade of existing classrooms, for campuses that increase student and staff safety, for classrooms and laboratories that enhance teaching and learning, for the construction and expansion of schools to accommodate growth, and for career technical education facilities to improve job and career training; and WHEREAS, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 will provide state matching funds that are prioritized for schools with pressing health and safety concerns; and WHEREAS, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 will provide career technical education facilities for job training to meet the workforce needs of California’s employers and help ensure successful futures for our state’s students; and WHEREAS, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 will help ensure clean drinking water for our students through testing and remediation of lead levels in water at school sites; and WHEREAS, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 will provide disaster assistance in times of critical need; and WHEREAS, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 will provide additional funding for energy efficiency, earthquake safety, removal of hazardous materials, and more; and WHEREAS, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 will provide a fair and equitable distribution of funds to schools where they are most needed and provide specific assistance to small school districts throughout the state; and

Resolution No. 1621

WHEREAS, the State of California has committed funds from all previous bond measures and is currently facing an increasing backlog of unfunded needs; and WHEREAS, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 will appear on the March 3, 2020 ballot and become operative only if approved by voters; and WHEREAS, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020 will provide $15 billion for facilities at the state’s preschools, K-12 schools, community colleges, and four-year colleges and universities; and WHEREAS, 13,000 jobs are created for each $1 billion in school facility infrastructure investment;1 and WHEREAS, Proposition 98 and the Local Control Funding Formula, which provide general fund operational revenues for schools, do not provide dedicated facilities funding; and

WHEREAS, quality 21st-century school facilities designed to meet student need enhance academic achievement and further the state’s scholastic and economic goals; and

WHEREAS, investments in modern school facilities are investments in our youth, our communities, our economy, and our shared future; and WHEREAS, the California School Boards Association and a large public–private coalition supports the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020; NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Centralia School District supports Proposition 13, the Public Preschool, K-12, and College Health and Safety Bond Act of 2020, on the March 3, 2020 statewide ballot. Adopted by the Governing Board of the Centralia School District on February 12, 2020.

_______________________________________ Date: ______________________ Norma E. Martinez, Governing Board Secretary

1 “Accelerating Job Creation in California Through Infrastructure Investment,” Bay Area Council Economic Institute, 2012

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AGENDA ITEM: GOVERNANCE TEAM ISSUES/PLANNING TITLE: Board Bylaw BB 9323.2 – First Reading

Recommendation It is recommended that the Governing Board accept for First Reading, the following (revised) Centralia School District Board Bylaw:

• BB 9323.2 – Actions by the Board

Background Information The Governing Board adopted BB 9323.2 at the October 16, 2019 Regular Board meeting. At the request of Trustee Macdonald, BB 9323.2 is being brought back to the Board for further modifications as noted on Exhibit 7.1E. Centralia School District adopted all Board Policies recommended by the California School Board Association (CSBA) on April 7, 2009. The District regularly reviews all Board Policies and Administrative Regulations in an on-going effort to ensure that it is in full compliance. Regular modifications are provided by CSBA to keep current with changing laws for the District’s review and adoption. NEM:rmc


Board Bylaw Actions By The Board BB 9323.2 Board Bylaws The Governing Board shall act by a majority vote of all of the membership constituting the Board, unless otherwise required by law. (Education Code 35164) (cf. 9000 - Role of the Board) (cf. 9005 - Governance Standards) (cf. 9012 - Board Member Electronic Communications) (cf. 9200 - Limits of Board Member Authority) An "action" by the Board means: (Government Code 54952.6) 1. A collective decision by a majority of the Board members 2. A collective commitment or promise by a majority of the Board members to make a positive or negative decision 3. A vote by a majority of the Board members when sitting as the Board upon a motion, proposal, or resolution, order, or ordinance The Board shall not take action by secret ballot, whether preliminary or final. (Government Code 54953) Actions taken by the Board in open session shall be recorded in the Board minutes. (Education Code 35145) (cf. 9324 - Minutes and Recordings) Action on Non-Agenda Items After publicly identifying the item, the Board may take action on a subject not appearing on the posted meeting agenda under any of the following conditions: (Government Code 54954.2) 1. When a majority of the Board determines that an emergency situation exists, as defined for emergency meetings pursuant to Government Code 54956.5 2. When two-thirds of the members present, or if less than two-thirds of the members are present then by a unanimous vote of all members present, determine that the need to take immediate action came to the district's attention after the agenda was posted

3. When an item appeared on the agenda of, and was continued from, a meeting that occurred not more than five days earlier (cf. 9320 - Meetings and Notices) (cf. 9322 - Agenda/Meeting Materials) Challenging Board Actions The district attorney's office or any interested person may file an action in court for the purpose of: (Government Code 54960, 54960.2) 1. Stopping or preventing the Board's violation or threatened violation of the Brown Act 2. Determining the applicability of the Brown Act to ongoing or future threatened Board actions 3. Determining the applicability of the Brown Act to a past action of the Board that is not specified in Government Code 54960.1, provided that: a. Within nine months of the alleged violation, a cease and desist letter is submitted to the Board, clearly describing the past Board action and the nature of the alleged violation. b. The time for the Board to respond has expired and the Board has not provided an unconditional commitment to cease and desist from and not repeat the past action alleged to have violated the Brown Act. c. The action is brought within the time required by Government Code 54960.2. 4. Determining the validity, under state or federal law, of any Board rule or action which penalizes any of its members or otherwise discourages their expression 5. Compelling the Board to audio record its closed sessions because of a court's finding of the Board's violation of any applicable Government Code provision The district attorney or any interested person may file an action in court to nullify a Board action which is alleged to be in violation of law regarding any of the following: (Government Code 54960.1) 1. Open meeting and teleconferencing (Government Code 54953) 2. Agenda posting (Government Code 54954.2) 3. Closed session item descriptions (Government Code 54954.5) 4. New or increased tax assessments (Government Code 54954.6)

5. Special meetings (Government Code 54956) 6. Emergency meetings (Government Code 54956.5) Prior to bringing any action to nullify a Board action, the district attorney or other interested person shall present a demand to "cure and correct" the alleged violation. The demand shall clearly describe the challenged action and the nature of the alleged violation and shall be presented to the Board in writing within 90 days of the date when the action was taken. If the alleged violation concerns action taken in an open session but in violation of Government Code 54954.2 (agenda posting), the written demand must be made within 30 days of the date when the alleged action took place. (Government Code 54960.1) Within 30 days of receiving the demand, the Board shall do one of the following: (Government Code 54960.1) 1. Cure or correct the challenged action and inform the demanding party in writing of its actions to cure or correct. 2. Determine not to cure or correct the alleged violation and inform the demanding party in writing of its decision to not cure or correct. 3. Take no action. If the Board takes no action within the 30-day period, its inaction shall be considered a decision not to cure or correct the challenged action. Legal Reference: EDUCATION CODE 15266 School construction bonds 17466 Declaration of intent to sell or lease real property 17481 Lease of property with residence for nondistrict purposes 17510-17512 Leasing for production of gas, resolution requiring unanimous vote 17546 Private sale of personal property 17556-17561 Dedication of real property 35140-35149 Meetings 35160-35178.4 Powers and duties 48660-48661 Community day schools, establishment and restrictions CODE OF CIVIL PROCEDURE 425.16 Special motion to strike in connection with a public issue 1245.240 Eminent domain vote requirements 1245.245 Eminent domain, resolution adopting different use GOVERNMENT CODE 53090-53097.5 Regulation of local agencies by counties and cities 53724 Parcel tax resolution requirements 53790-53792 Exceeding the budget

53820-53833 Temporary borrowing 53850-53858 Temporary borrowing 54950-54963 The Ralph M. Brown Act, especially: 54952.6 Action taken, definition 54953 Meetings to be open and public; attendance; prohibition against secret ballots 54960-54960.5 Actions to prevent violations 65352.2 Coordination with planning agency PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE 3400 Bid specifications 20111 Contracts over $50,000; contracts for construction; award to lowest responsible bidder 20113 Emergencies, award of contracts without bids 20114 Repairs, maintenance, and improvements to district facilities by day labor or force account 22034 Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act informal bidding ordinance 22035 Repair or replacement of facilities in case of emergency 22050 Emergency contracting procedures COURT DECISIONS Los Angeles Times Communications LLC v. Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors (2003) 112 Cal.App.4th 1313 McKee v. Orange Unified School District (2003) 110 Cal.App.4th 1310 Bell v. Vista Unified School District (2002) 82 Cal.App.4th 672 Boyle v. City of Redondo Beach (1999) 70 Cal.App.4th 1109 Management Resources: CSBA PUBLICATIONS The Brown Act: School Boards and Open Meeting Laws, 2014 ATTORNEY GENERAL PUBLICATIONS The Brown Act: Open Meetings for Local Legislative Bodies, 2003 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES PUBLICATIONS Open and Public IV: A Guide to the Ralph M. Brown Act 2nd Edition, rev. July 2010 WEB SITES CSBA: http://www.csba.org Institute for Local Government: http://www.ca-ilg.org Office of the Attorney General: http://www.oag.ca.gov (3/11 11/12) 3/19

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