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REGULAR BOARD MEETING
Sylvan Union SD
April 17, 2018 7:00PM
SYLVAN UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT OFFICE BOARD ROOM 605 SYLVAN AVENUE, MODESTO, CA 95350

1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
2.a. EXPULSION HEARING IN THE MATTER OF STUDENT 2017/2018 - AH# 12Confidential agenda item.
Time Certain:
5:25 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

(Education Code 35149, 48918(c), 72122) Administrative Hearing Officer: Dawn Mori, Director of Student Services

2.b. EXPULSION HEARING IN THE MATTER OF STUDENT 2017/2018 - AH# 13Confidential agenda item.
Time Certain:
5:35 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

(Education Code 35149, 48918(c), 72122) Administrative Hearing Officer: Dawn Mori, Director of Student Services

2.c. EXPULSION HEARING IN THE MATTER OF STUDENT 2017/2018 - AH# 14Confidential agenda item.
Time Certain:
5:45 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

(Education Code 35149, 48918(c), 72122) Administrative Hearing Officer: Dawn Mori, Director of Student Services

2.d. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATIONConfidential agenda item.
Time Certain:
5:55 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

(Government Code 54956.95) Number of Cases: One  Name of Case: Tillman

2.e. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - POTENTIAL LITIGATIONConfidential agenda item.
Time Certain:
6:10 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of section 54956.9: (Number of Cases: Three)

2.f. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENTConfidential agenda item.
Time Certain:
6:20 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

(Education Code 54957, Education Code 44951)

Title: Administrative Assignments








2.g. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASEConfidential agenda item.
Time Certain:
6:30 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

(Education Code 54957) 

2.h. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORConfidential agenda item.
Time Certain:
6:35 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

(Education Code 54957.6) District Negotiator: Debra M. Hendricks and Sharon Roddick
 Employee Organizations: (Sylvan Educators Association; California School Employees Association, Chapter 73; and Unrepresented)



3. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Time Certain:
7:00 PM
4. BOARD PRESIDENT ANNOUNCEMENT
4.a. IN ACCORDANCE WITH BOARD POLICY, THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS TO ADVISE ALL ATTENDEES THAT TONIGHT'S BOARD MEETING IS BEING RECORDED.
4.b. PERSONS WISHING TO ADDRESS THE BOARD ON ANY AGENDA OR NON-AGENDIZED ITEM MUST FILL OUT A SPEAKER CARD.
5. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
6. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
7.a. STOCKARD COFFEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL STUDENT TO LEAD THE PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
8. RECOGNITION PRESENTATION
8.a. STOCKARD COFFEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TO BE RECOGNIZED
Time Certain:
7:05 PM
9. STUDENT DISCIPLINE ACTION ITEMS
Time Certain:
7:15 PM
9.a. STUDENT DISCIPLINE MATTER: STUDENT 2017/2018 - AH# 12
Speaker:
Dawn Mori, Director of Student Services
Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve the recommendations of the Administrative Hearing Panel in the matter of Student 2017/2018 - AH# 12.


9.b. STUDENT DISCIPLINE MATTER: STUDENT 2017/2018 - AH# 13
Speaker:
Dawn Mori, Director of Student Services
Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve the recommendations of the Administrative Hearing Panel in the matter of Student 2017/2018 - AH# 13.


9.c. STUDENT DISCIPLINE MATTER: STUDENT 2017/2018 - AH# 14
Speaker:
Dawn Mori, Director of Student Services
Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve the recommendations of the Administrative Hearing Panel in the matter of Student 2017/2018 - AH# 14.


10. COMMUNICATIONS
Time Certain:
7:20 PM
10.a. WRITTEN COMMUNICATION
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board of Trustees received two (2) forms of communication:

1. Aspire Public Schools: Notification of Aspire University Charter School Closure Action Effective June 30, 2018

2. California School Boards Association: Full and Fair Funding Resolution

Attachments:
ASPIRE PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLOSURE NOTICE
CSBA FULL AND FAIR FUNDING LETTER 3-26-18
10.b. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
11. INFORMATION AND DISCUSSION
11.a. SUPERINTENDENT'S UPDATE: FOCUS GROUPS AND SAFETY UPDATE
Time Certain:
7:50 PM
Speaker:
Debra M. Hendricks, Superintendent
11.b. RECOGNITION PRESENTATION: CALIFORNIA GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
Time Certain:
7:55 PM
Speaker:
Debra M. Hendricks, Superintendent
11.c. 2017-2018 GOVERNANCE GOALS AND 3 YEAR PLAN SPRING UPDATE
Time Certain:
8:05 PM
Speaker:
Debra M. Hendricks, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board of Trustees to receive a spring update on the 2017-2018 Governance Goals and 3 Year Plan.  Staff has also provided a copy of the Technology Plan (see attached).



Attachments:
2017-2018 - 3 YEAR PLAN UPDATE 4-17-18
2017-2018 COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECT GOAL BY SITE
2018-2021 DISTRICT TECHNOLOGY PLAN
GOVERNANCE GOALS 2017-2018 - SPRING UPDATE
11.d. 2018-19 DRAFT BUDGET ASSUMPTIONS
Time Certain:
8:10 PM
Speaker:
Cheryl Phan, Director of Fiscal Services
Rationale:

Each year, staff prepares Budget Assumptions to provide a framework within which the annual budget is developed. This document is based on current fiscal information and reflects the most current information available regarding the state budget. Budget Assumptions are primarily revenue and expenditure estimates which staff puts together in order to compile the budget. The Board was presented with an updated draft copy of the 2018-19 Budget Assumptions at the April 10, 2018, Budget Study Session Board Meeting. As discussed at the meeting, new projections for PERS contributions were released by the CalPERS board. The attached 2018-19 Draft Budget Assumptions were updated to reflect the newly released PERS rates.

The most difficult part about developing budgets for schools is that actual revenue is not known until after the fiscal year has ended. Therefore, districts have to estimate what they think their revenue will be for the budget year. Assumptions are the underlying factors used as the basis to develop the budget. Assumptions vary from year to year depending on such things as enrollment changes and the proposed state budget. It is quite common to revise the assumptions utilized during the budget development process as new information becomes available.

The assumptions presented herein are based on the current economic information available. These assumptions will be updated and revised accordingly prior to the adoption of the 2018-19 budget in June.

Budget assumptions can vary considerably depending on the economic situation and the direction outlined in the Governor’s budget proposal. Approval of this updated document will help ensure that the 2018-19 budget is prepared in a manner consistent with Board Policies and the parameters set forth in the state budget.


 
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Board of Trustees will review the Draft 2018-19 Budget Assumptions, and provide direction to staff.
Attachments:
2018-19 Draft Budget Assumptions
11.e. REVIEW BP 6142.1: SEXUAL HEALTH AND HIV AIDS PREVENTION INSTRUCTION
Time Certain:
8:15 PM
Speaker:
Laura Wharff, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction
Attachments:
BP 6142.1 - DRAFT
MEMO BP 6142.1
11.f. LCAP UPDATE
Time Certain:
8:20 PM
Speaker:
Marti Reed, Director of Categorical Programs
11.g. FACILITIES AND SAFETY UPDATE: BOARD QUESTIONS
Time Certain:
8:30 PM
Speaker:
Debra Hendricks, Superintendent and Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
12. ACTION ITEMS
12.a. RESOLUTION 2017/2018 - #24: DAY OF THE TEACHER
Time Certain:
8:35 PM
Speaker:
Sharon Roddick, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution 2017/2018 - #24 proclaiming May 9, 2018, as "Day of the Teacher".


Attachments:
RESO 2017/2018 - #24 DAY OF TEACHER
12.b. RESOLUTION 2017/2018 - #25: CLASSIFIED SCHOOL EMPLOYEES' WEEK
Time Certain:
8:40 PM
Speaker:
Sharon Roddick, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees adopt Resolution 2017/2018 - #25 proclaiming May 20-26, 2018, as "Classified School Employees' Week".



Attachments:
RESO 2017/2018 - #25 CLASSIFIED EMPLOYEES WEEK
12.c. APPROVAL OF TENTATIVE AGREEMENT WITH CALIFORNIA SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION AND ITS SYLVAN CHAPTER #73
Time Certain:
8:45 PM
Speaker:
Sharon Roddick, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Rationale:

California School Employees Association, Chapter #73 (CSEA) and the District have completed negotiations for the 2017-2018 year and resolved all issues.  CSEA has successfully completed its ratification process. The Agreement includes a 1.56% wage increase on the schedule retroactive to July 1, 2017.

This tentative agreement is presented for Board approval.



 
Recommended Motion:

Approval of the Tentative Agreement as presented.

Financial Impact:

1.56% of classified wages for the 2017-2018 budget

Attachments:
CSEA Tentative Agreement 2018-04-03
12.d. APPROVAL OF 2017-2018 REVISED MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL SALARY SCHEDULES
Time Certain:
8:50 PM
Speaker:
Sharon Roddick, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources
Rationale:

Salary schedule for the 2017-2018 school year, and ongoing, is revised to reflect a 1.56% increase to the existing schedule. 


 
Recommended Motion:

Staff is recommending approval of the 2017-2018 Management and Confidential salary schedules as presented. 


Attachments:
Certificated Management Salary Schedule Revised 2017-2018
Classified Management Salary Schedule Revised 2017-2018
Confidential Management Salary Schedule 2017-2018
Confidential Salary Schedule Revised 2017-2018
12.e. APPROVE BUDGET RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE 2018-19 FISCAL YEARWas edited within 72 hours of the Meeting
Time Certain:
8:55 PM
Speaker:
Cheryl Phan, Director of Fiscal Services
Rationale:

Budget Information was presented to the Board on April 10, 2018 (see attached) during the Special Board Meeting Budget Study Session.  In addition to the Board’s approval of staff’s recommendations, the 2018-19 budget will be built based on the Budget Assumptions Draft presented earlier as an information item.  Districts will receive final revenue targets after the Governor’s May revise is released, therefore the Budget Assumptions will be formally approved when the budget is adopted. 

It is suggested the Board discuss approving each item one by one or as a package.  Staff is seeking Board approval of the following budget recommendations:

  1. Redistribute the current transfer of $300,000 per year allocation to support Deferred Maintenance for Facilities Improvement as follows:
    1. $100,000 Deferred Maintenance (LCAP Action A6)
    2. $100,000 New Phone System (See  #2 below)
    3. $100,000 Technology Replacement for student device (See #6 below)

       

  2. New Phone System:  No additional budget impact.  (See #1 above).  Note:  Phone system replacement and funding options will be developed over the next fiscal year.  The reallocation of dollars will set-aside dollars to begin funding the estimated $1.5 to $2.0 million replacement cost. (LCAP Action A6)

     

  3. Fingerprinting:  $15,000 estimated to pay for volunteers to be fingerprinted before volunteering in classrooms. (LCAP Action B1 and B8)  

     

  4. New Custodian Position:  $32,291.  This will be a roving position to cover daily absences of custodial staff districtwide.  With full benefits the cost is estimated at $67,430 to be offset by reduced substitute costs of $32,291. (LCAP Action A6)

     

  5. Safety Plan Supplies:  $100,000.  Critical to provide funding for safety improvements districtwide. (LCAP Action to be added for Safety)

     

  6. Technology Budget:  No additional budget impact.  (See #1 above).  Funds will be used to replace student devices for 6th, 7th, and 8th grades.  (LCAP Actions A1, A3, A4, A7, A10, A11, B1, B4, B6)  

     

  7.  Textbook Adoption:  Continue to set aside one time dollars to fund an estimated $4.4 million need for textbooks adoptions for History/Social Sciences and Next Generation Science Standards over the next 2-3 years.  Middle School Technology Replacements will also be funded from this set aside for one year. (LCAP Actions A1, A3, A4, A7, A8, A9, A10)

As a follow-up to the April 10th Budget Study Session, additional documents are attached regarding district reserves.  The first is a board item from February 10, 2015, in which the Board provided direction to staff on Reserve Levels.  The second is the supporting document for the board item.

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends the Board of Trustees approve the budget recommendations for the 2018-19 fiscal year.




Comments:





Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Board of Trustees will consider approval of staff's 2018-19 fiscal year budget recommendations.

Financial Impact:

Fund 01 (General Fund):  $147,291

Attachments:
Board Study Session Agenda and Information April 4, 2018
FEBRUARY 10, 2015 BOARD MEETING RESERVES
GENERAL FUND RESERVE HISTORY FEB 10, 2015 BOARD MEETING
12.f. APPROVAL OF TRANSFERS BETWEEN FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017-18
Time Certain:
9:00 PM
Speaker:
Cheryl Phan, Director of Fiscal Services
Rationale:
Transfers between funds for the 2017-18 fiscal year are being brought to the Board of Trustees for formal approval and are listed below.

1. From General Fund (FD 01) to Special Reserve Fund for Other Post-Employment Benefits (FD 20):

The Board of Trustees had requested following the final payments of Golden Handshake an equal amount of the annual installment will be transferred to the Special Reserve Fund for Other Post-Employment Benefits (FD 20). The amount of the transfer is $337,000.

2. From General Fund (FD 01) to Special Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay (FD 40) for School Buses:

During the 2017-18 budget development process, the Board of Trustees approved the annual transfer of $200,000 to the Special Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay (FD 40) in order to set aside funds for replacement of school buses in anticipation of new bus requirements.

3. From General Fund (FD 01) to Special Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay (FD 40) for Equipment Replacement:

During the 2017-18 budget development process, the Board of Trustees approved the annual transfer of $25,000 to the Special Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay (FD 40) for replacement of capitalized equipment, items over $5,000, such as copy machines.


 
Recommended Motion:
It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve the transfers of funds from the General Fund (FD 01) to the Special Reserve Fund for Other Post-Employment Benefits (FD 20) and Special Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay (FD 40).
12.g. APPROVAL OF THE PURCHASE OF RADIOS AND EQUIPMENT FROM RAY'S RADIO FOR DISTRICT USE
Time Certain:
9:05 PM
Speaker:
Debra Hendricks, Superintendent
Rationale:

At the January 23, 2018, Regular Board meeting, the SUSD Incident Command Committee gave a report to the Board of Trustees as to the progress the committee has made with developing district-wide emergency response protocols.  The committee included in their update that after meeting with local first responders it was suggested that the District not rely on cell phone communication during an actual emergency.  

The SUSD Incident Command Committee met with vendors to receive options to address this concern.  The following vendors submitted proposals: Delta Wireless, Inc. Industrial Communications Sales - Ray's Radio, and Verizon.

The committee learned that the options included, purchasing equipment and paying a monthly fee for repeater fees and licensing, purchasing all the equipment upfront as well as licensing requirements, including a universal antenna, or leasing radios and paying a monthly fee for radios and service.

The committee is recommending the option presented from Ray's Radio for the District to buy their own repeater, licenses for their own frequencies, and install a 30-420 foot tower for the antenna at a centrally located district building.  With the proposed antenna height we should be able to easily communicate with each school's handheld radio from the District Office.  We know the initial cost will be higher, but the monthly repeater fee is eliminated as well as the leasing fee.

Another aspect of Ray's Radio proposal is that before the District is charged any money, Ray's Radio will test the antenna and ensure it is able to have full communication capabilities to fulfill our requirements during a crisis.

The committee has obtained the following three (3) bids:

Industrial Communications Sales-Ray's Radio: $22,388.64

Delta Wireless, Inc.: $37,086.32

Verizon: Not able to provide services needed.


 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends approval of the purchase of radio equipment from Industrial Communication Sales-Ray's Radio to be used by the Sylvan Union School District.





Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board of Trustees to consider approval of the purchase of radio equipment from Industrial Communications Sales-Ray's Radio to be used by the Sylvan Union School District.








Financial Impact:

Lottery: $22,388.64



Attachments:
Delta Quote
Ray's Radio Quote
Verizon Quote
12.h. APPROVE VENDOR AWARD OF BIDS FOR ROOF REPAIRS
Time Certain:
9:10 PM
Speaker:
Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services and Jason Gales, Supervisor of Maintenance & Operations
Rationale:

The district issued a roof bid and advertised in the Modesto Bee on March 11 and March 18, 2018.  A mandatory job walk was attended by five (5) roofing contractors on March 21.  Sealed bids were due on April 9, 2018.  The district received three (3) bids.

Staff originally estimated the following project costs:

Ustach Middle School $150,000

Sylvan Elementary $1,100,000

The bid package consisted of three (3) projects: 

Project 1:  Ustach Middle School Multi Purpose Room, Shingle Roof

Project 2: Ustach Middle School Built Up Roof Restorations

Project 3: Sylvan A-F Restorations & Single Ply Roofing

The low bid was identified for each project (see attached bid record).

As part of the contractor’s submitted bid package, the district has verified the following: 

1. Bid Form 
2. Designated Subcontractors List 
3. Non-Collusion Affidavit 
4. Contractor's License 
5. Bid Bond 

Prior to finalizing the contract and before issuing the Notice to Proceed, the contractor will be required to file all required contract documents within seven (7) days of the Notice of Award.

Brazos Urethane Inc. withdrew their bid for Project 1: Ustach MPR Shingle Roof.

Kings Roofing withdrew their bid for Project 2: Ustach Built Up Roof Restorations.

Staff recommends the Board of Trustees accept the low bid and award contracts for the following projects from the specified roof contractor which includes:

Project 1: Best Contracting.:  Ustach MPR Shingle Roof:  $204,000

Project 2: Ustach Built Up Roof Restorations:  Reject

Project 3: Brazos Urethane Inc.:  Sylvan A-F Restoration & Single Ply Roofing:   $748,245

Project 2: There are twenty-nine (29) of the entryway areas that are original to the school.  Ustach was built twenty-five (25) years ago.  Leaks are occurring and the twenty-nine (29) areas need to be replaced along with flashing replacement. The Board Subcommittee needs to continue working on a recommendation for modernization scope for the school and specify a funding plan before moving forward with Project 2. 

It is requested that a 10% contingency be added for both Project 1 and Project 2 for unforeseen conditions.  As with past projects, the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services will have authority to authorize changes during each project up to $25,000 per change request. All change requests that fall within the authority will be bundled and presented to the Board as one change order upon completion of the project for board approval. 

If an individual change request exceeds $25,000, Board approval will be required prior to authorization.


 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends the Board of Trustees to accept the low bid and award a contract for the following projects from the specified roof contractor which includes:

Project 1: Best Contracting:  Ustach MPR Shingle Roof:  $204,000

Project 2: Reject all bids

Project 3: Brazos Urethane Inc.:  Sylvan A-F Restoration & Single Ply Roofing:   $748,245






Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Board of Trustees will consider awarding a contract for roof repairs to the lowest responsive bidder. 

Financial Impact:

Project 1:  Fund 14 (Deferred Maintenance):  $204,000 + 20,400 (10% contingency) = $224,400

Project 3:  Fund 21 (Building Fund):  $748,245 + $74,824 (10% contingency) = $823,069





Attachments:
Affidavit
Bid Tally
Bid-Best Contracting
Bid-Brazos
Bid-King's
12.i. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH MERIDITH HOLLOWAY FOR INSPECTOR OF RECORD SERVICES SYLVAN ELEMENTARY AND USTACH MIDDLE SCHOOL ROOF REPLACEMENTS
Time Certain:
9:15 PM
Speaker:
Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Rationale:

The District is required to secure the services of a DSA Certified Inspector of Record for construction projects. Staff solicited quotes from qualified DSA Inspectors in May 2016 and received the following rates:  

  1. B & R Enterprises - $70.00/hr; Full-time Monthly Rate: $11,760; 
  2. Iomlan Construction Services: $71.37/hr (avg);  Full-Time Monthly Rate: $13,304;
  3. Meridith Holloway: $65.00/hr:  Full Time Monthly Rate: 10,500;  

The roof projects do not require inspector services, and city inspection does not occur on school projects.  Therefore staff recommends inspection services for both projects.

Meridith Holloway is willing to extend her rate of $65.00 not to exceed $14,900. Staff recommends approval of a contract with Meridith Holloway for inspection services. 

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends the approval of a contract with Meridith Holloway for inspection services during roof replacement projects at Ustach Middle School and Sylvan Elementary School.




Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board of Trustees will consider approval of a contract with Meridith Holloway, DSA Inspector of Record to provide inspection services for roof projects at Sylvan Elementary School and Ustach Middle School.






Financial Impact:

Sylvan Elementary Project:  Fund 21 (Building):  $65/hr

Ustach MPR Project: Fund 14 (Deferred Maintenance):  $65/hr

Services for both projects will not exceed $14,900



Attachments:
Proposal
12.j. APPROVE PROPOSAL FROM SKW & ASSOCIATES FOR ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR A WINDOW REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT SYLVAN ELEMENTARY
Time Certain:
9:20 PM
Speaker:
Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Rationale:

Sylvan Elementary is uniquely different than other schools in the district.  It was built with one (1) wall in almost every room consisting of mostly single pane glass.  This design is not conducive to encompassing an energy efficient building envelope. Several years ago, as the scope of work was being defined by staff and a subcommittee of the Board, replacing windows with double pane glass and a solid panel on one (1) row of the window system was identified and bid as an alternate bid to the project.  Due to funding issues and higher than expected bids, the alternate was not accepted, and the Board decided to only replace the windows on the front of the school for aesthetic purposes.  As explained previously the problem with a wall of windows is much greater than simply an aesthetic purpose. 

Through the Board approved Energy plan, temperature set points throughout the district are sixty-eight (68) heat and seventy-six (76) cooling.  We allow adjustment at the thermostat to go up to seventy-one (71) heating or down to seventy-three (73) cooling (3 degrees either direction).  It doesn’t eliminate every complaint, but for the most part been sufficient, as it has been at every single metasys controlled site in the district for many years, until we got to Sylvan Elementary.

At the end of the last school year, we were receiving numerous complaints from Sylvan staff that the rooms were not cool.  We had at least three (3) meetings with all the players (about 10 individuals including staff, architect, engineer, and HVAC sub) to troubleshoot the issue.  At Sylvan Elementary, it was determined that until we can seal the thermal envelope with better windows, we will need to make adjustments to the set point and dead bands to achieve comfort in the classrooms.

From a security issue, the almost full pane of windows on the Rumble Road side of the building is a concern, and replacing windows with a solid panel on one (1) row is needed.  We cannot, however, replace only one (1) row, the entire wall of window would need to be replaced.

At this point, staff is recommending replacing the window system on the Rumble Road side of the school and continue to consider replacing the window system in every building on the campus.

The quote from SKW & Associates is for the Rumble Side only and is mostly to support DSA submission and project monitoring.  The window system replacement was already designed.  SKW & Associates has also indicated that plan review at DSA is considerably slower than in the past, so this project may not be ready to bid for several months.

SKW & Associates has provided a not to exceed fee of $23,800 on a time and material bases billed at their attached fee schedule to architectural services for a limited scope of work as described at Sylvan Elementary School.



 
Recommended Motion:

Approve proposal submitted by SKW & Associates to provide architectural services for window replacement at Sylvan Elementary School on a time and material basis, not to exceed $23,800.




Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board of Trustees will consider approval of a proposal submitted by SKW & Associates for architectural services.



Financial Impact:

Fund 21 (Building Fund):  Not to Exceed $23,800

Attachments:
Proposal
12.k. APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO.1 WITH BOYER CONSTRUCTION FOR THE ORCHARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHILLER REPLACEMENT AND ADA UPGRADES
Time Certain:
9:25 PM
Speaker:
Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Rationale:

This change order is comprised of items listed on the attachment. 

This change order will affect the contract as follows: 

Original Contract Amount: $2,864,583.00

Previous Change Orders: $      -

This Change Order:  ($7,396.00)

Revised Contract Amount: $2,857,187.00

Reason for Change Order: See detail of change order.

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends the approval of Change Order No. 1 with Boyer Construction in the amount of $(7,396.00) for the Orchard Elementary School Chiller Replacement & ADA Upgrades.


Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board of Trustees to consider approval of Change Order No. 1 with Boyer Construction for the Orchard Elementary School Chiller Replacement & ADA Upgrades.


Financial Impact:

($7,396.00)

Attachments:
Change Order #1
12.l. APPROVAL OF THE 2018-19 CAPITAL OUTLAY PLAN
Time Certain:
9:30 PM
Speaker:
Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Rationale:

Over the last year, maintenance staff have worked to complete projects approved by the Board of Trustees in 2017.  All projects are not yet complete, but many will be completed by June 30, 2018.  Projects not completed will be carried over to the 2018-19 fiscal year budget.

Currently, we have $17.5 million of projects identified, with an anticipated budget for new projects of approximately $3.4 million.  Staff have reviewed the project list and identified high priority projects to be considered for funding for the 2018-19 fiscal year. (See FY 2018-19 Capital Outlay Plan)

The plan is approved a year in advance but must remain somewhat fluid.  Throughout the year unanticipated projects occur that rise to a higher priority than the projects identified on the list. 

Staff will move forward with scheduling the projects once Board approval for the overall plan is approved.  Staff will seek competitive pricing on all projects and request individual approval for each project before awarding contracts for work exceeding $45,000.




 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends Board of Trustees approve the 2018-19 Capital Outlay Plan.




Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board of Trustees will consider approval of the 2018-19 Capital Outlay Plan.



Financial Impact:

Fund 01.8150 (Routine Repair and Maintenance:  $1,060,699

Fund 63 (Child Care):  $20,000

Fund 14 (Deferred Maintenance):  $1,288,891

Fund 21 (Building Fund):  $1,073,069

Total:  $3,442,659


Attachments:
Capital Outlay Plan FY 18-19
Capital Outlay Plan Remaining Projects
Capital Outlay Plan Replacement Schedule
12.m. APPROVAL OF CITIZENS' BOND OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (CBOC) MEMBER APPOINTMENT
Time Certain:
9:35 PM
Speaker:
Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Rationale:

There are three (3) seats on the Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee, which have become vacant and/or have expired.  

Below are the vacant categories: 

1) Business Representative

2) Community Resident

3) Taxpayers' Representative

Staff advertised in the Modesto Bee to fill the vacant positions and received no interested applicants.  Staff then reached out to Principals to post the notice of vacancies and to active parents of their schools.  We also posted on our District Newsletter and on Peachjar.  As a result, the district received one (1) letter of intent and application from an applicant volunteering to serve on the committee.

Business Representative:  Brian Stacey, a former parent.

We are actively seeking to fill the open Taxpayers' Representative and the Community Resident position.



 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends the appointment of one (1) new member to fill vacant/expired terms on the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee as presented.


Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees appoint one (1) new member to fill vacant/expired terms on the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) as presented.



Financial Impact:

None

Attachments:
Brian Stacey Application
12.n. APPROVAL OF MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS FOR FREEDOM, ORCHARD, AND WOODROW ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS 2018-2019
Time Certain:
9:40 PM
Speaker:
Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Rationale:

During the 2016-17 budget planning, the Board of Trustees approved an on-going annual allocation of $50,000 to support the instrumental music programs (grades 5-8).  Funds were designated to be used to purchase, maintain, or lease instruments.  In consultation with music teachers and evaluating the status of instrument inventory at each site, the following multiple year plan to replace instruments at each school was developed.

2016-17: Sylvan and C.F. Brown Elementary

2017-18: Somerset and Ustach Middle School

2018-19: Woodrow, Orchard, and Freedom Elementary

2019-20: Standiford, Sherwood, and Stockard Coffee Elementary

2020-21: Mary Ann Sanders Elementary, Crossroads Elementary, and Savage Middle School

Due to the fact that there is a lead time on instruments, we learned that it is necessary to order the instruments before the summer in order to receive all instruments by August 1.  Freedom, Orchard, and Woodrow Elementary Schools are scheduled to purchase instruments for the 2018-19 school year.  The following quotes were received for Freedom and Orchard:


Tim's Music $25,651.60

Gottschalk Music Center $30,825.28

Ingram & Brauns Musik Shoppe $31,187.74

Tim's Music provided the low-cost quote (see attached) and has agreed to a delivery date after July 1, to align with the district’s new fiscal year.


For Woodrow Instruments:

Tim's Music $15,576.93 (This quote had four (4) items that were not available)

Ingram & Brauns Musik Shoppe $20,316.21

Musiciansfriend.com $42,996.59

Ingram & Brauns Music Shoppe provided the low-cost quote (see attached) and has agreed to a delivery date after July 1, to align with the district’s new fiscal year.  This quote lists all the instruments that were needed.  Tim's Music, although lower, was missing four (4) different instruments.


For Woodrow String Instruments:

Tim's Music $3,997.85

Ingram & Brauns Musik Shoppe $4,226.54

Kennedy Violins $4,268.89

Tim's Music provided the low-cost quote (see attached) and has agreed to a delivery date after July 1, to align with the district’s new fiscal year.


Staff recommends purchasing musical instruments through Tim's Music for Freedom and Orchard Elementary Schools for $25,651.60, and for Woodrow String Instruments for $3,997.85.  The purchase of musical instruments from Ingram & Brauns Musik Shoppe for $20,316.21 for Woodrow Elementary School.


 
Recommended Motion:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve the purchase of musical instruments through Tim's Music for Freedom and Orchard Elementary Schools for $25,651.60, and for Woodrow String Instruments for $3,997.85.  The purchase of musical instruments from Ingram & Brauns Musik Shoppe for $20,316.21 for Woodrow Elementary School.  








Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board of Trustees to approve the purchase of musical instruments for Orchard, Woodrow, and Freedom Elementary School.





Financial Impact:

General Fund LCFF Supplemental Resource:  $49,965.65



Attachments:
Music Quote
12.o. APPROVAL OF VISION TO LEARN MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
Time Certain:
9:45 PM
Speaker:
Dawn Mori, Director of Student Services
Rationale:

Staff is concerned that students may not be getting their vision concerns addressed by an eye doctor after a school vision referral is mailed to their home.  Therefore, students are learning in school with poor vision acuity.  This problem is documented nation-wide.  

To address the lack of vision follow-up and bridge the disparity gap, the district would like to form a memorandum of understanding with Vision to Learn.  Vision to Learn is a mobile clinic that comes to schools, provides an eye exam to all students that are referred, and brings free glasses to students three (3) weeks after their eye exam.

Staff brought forward the memorandum of understanding at the March 6, 2018, Board meeting as information and discussion.  Staff is recommending approval of the Vision to Learn MOU at the April 17, 2018, Regular Board meeting.


 
Recommended Motion:

Staff is recommending approval of the memorandum of understanding with Vision to Learn.

Financial Impact:

None


Attachments:
Vision to Learn MOU
12.p. ADOPT REVISIONS TO BP 6142.1 -- SEXUAL HEALTH AND HIV/AIDS PREVENTION INSTRUCTIONWas edited within 72 hours of the Meeting
Time Certain:
9:50 PM
Speaker:
Laura Wharff, Assistant Superintendent Curriculum and Instruction
Rationale:

Board Policy 6142.1: Sexual Health and HIV/AIDS Prevention Instruction came before the Board for updates on October 10, 2017.  Prior to that meeting, I contacted legal counsel to ascertain the legality of the phrase "The curriculum on human sexuality shall promote abstinence prior to marriage".  In a phone call regarding that issue, I was advised that this statement would not be contradictory to Ed Code.  Subsequent to the Board approving the policy with this language I received written communication from counsel following deeper research into this matter.  In light of the updated information, I recommended the deletion of the sentence, "The curriculum on human sexuality shall promote abstinence prior to marriage", from Board Policy 6142.1 to comply with Education Code. This item was agendized for the February 20, 2018, Board Meeting.

In advance of the February 20, 2018, meeting I was asked to confer with counsel regarding the removal of “prior to marriage” from the policy as to whether that would comply with Education Code. It was further requested that I inquire as to potential liability to the District if the Board chose to keep in place the phrase in question. A memo dated March 23, 2018, regarding counsel’s opinion is attached.


 
Recommended Motion:

Staff is recommending Board approval of the revision to Board Policy 6142.1: Sexual Health and HIV/AIDS Prevention Instruction by:

1. Deleting the sentence, “The curriculum on human sexuality shall promote abstinence prior to marriage”, from Board Policy 6142.1 to comply with Education Code, and,

2. Inserting the following sentence: The law permits the use of medically accurate statements that abstinence is the only way to prevent unintended pregnancy, as well as one means of preventing sexually transmitted infections.

Quick Summary / Abstract:

Staff is recommending Board approval of the revision to Board Policy 6142.1: Sexual Health and HIV/AIDS Prevention Instruction by:

1. Deleting the sentence, “The curriculum on human sexuality shall promote abstinence prior to marriage”, from Board Policy 6142.1 to comply with Education Code, and,

2. Inserting the following sentence: The law permits the use of medically accurate statements that abstinence is the only way to prevent unintended pregnancy, as well as one means of preventing sexually transmitted infections. 











Financial Impact:

None

Attachments:
BP 6142.1 Memo
DRAFT BP 6142.1 INDICATING REVISIONS
FINAL FOR ADOPTION: BP 6142.1 - SEXUAL HEALTH AND HIV AIDS PREVENTION INSTRUCTION
12.q. APPROVE EXPENDITURE OF CONSTRUCTION FUNDS
Time Certain:
9:55 PM
Speaker:
Cheryl Phan, Director of Fiscal Services
Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve the expenditure of construction funds as listed for Child Care and Orchard Elementary HVAC projects.

Attachments:
CHILD CARE PROJECT
ORCHARD HVAC
13. CONSENT AGENDA
Time Certain:
10:00 PM
13.a. APPROVE BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Speaker:
Debra M. Hendricks, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended that Board of Trustees approve the minutes of the March 6, 2018, Regular Board Meeting and the March 20, 2018, Special Board Meeting.

Attachments:
MINUTES 3-20-18 SP BD MEETING
MINUTES 3-6-18
13.b. RATIFICATION OF PERSONNEL ITEMSConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
It is recommended the Board of Trustees ratify the personnel actions as listed.
13.c. RATIFICATION OF CHECKS
Speaker:
Cheryl Phan, Director of Fiscal Services
Quick Summary / Abstract:
It is recommended the Board of Trustees ratify the list of checks as presented.
Attachments:
CHECKS
13.d. RATIFY AGREEMENT WITH ARDOR HEALTH SOLUTIONS
Speaker:
Didi Peterson, Director of Human Resources
Rationale:

This agreement allows for the extension of current SLPA services through Special Education's Extended School Year (ESY) for this June. 

 
Attachments:
Ardor Health Solutions
13.e. APPROVAL OF 2018-2019 PORTRAIT AGREEMENT FOR SAVAGE MIDDLE SCHOOL
Speaker:
Debra M. Hendricks, Superintendent
Rationale:



 
Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve the portrait agreement with Banks & Co. Photography for Savage Middle School for the 2018-2019 school year.






Attachments:
BANKS AND CO - SAVAGE 2018-19
13.f. RATIFY AGREEMENT FOR IMPACT INTERN AGREEMENT WITH TEACHERS COLLEGE OF SAN JOAQUIN (TCSJ)
Speaker:
Didi Peterson, Director of Human Resources
Rationale:

Teachers College of San Joaquin (TCSJ) is a leading institution in our area for the preparation of certificated (teacher) candidates.  The District recruits and hires intern teacher candidates from TCSJ's program and therefore must support the new intern teacher in partnership with TCSJ and in compliance with requirements set by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.

The IMPACT Intern Program partnership provides terms for the support of the intern teacher through a District identified peer/coach mentor.  This agreement details the requirements of the peer/coach mentor and the intern teacher.

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends that the Board approve the Teachers College of San Joaquin (TCSJ) agreement for the IMPACT Intern Program for the 2018-2020 Academic Years.


Financial Impact:

The financial impact varies depending on the number of intern candidates hired through Teachers College of San Joaquin (TCSJ) and the resulting need for peer/coach mentors.  Mentors are paid a stipend for the extra work required to support the intern to completion of their program.


Attachments:
TCSJ MOU 4-17-18
13.g. APPROVE WILLIAMS ACT QUARTERLY REPORT
Speaker:
Yvonne Perez, Assistant Superintendent of Business Services
Rationale:
Education Code Section 35186 requires the District to publicly report complaints to the Board of Trustees on a quarterly basis at a regularly scheduled meeting. 

 
Recommended Motion:

Staff recommends the acceptance of the Quarterly Report on Williams Complaints, Subject Area of Complaints, and Resolution of Complaints for quarter ending March 31, 2018. 


Comments:

Effective January 1, 2005, pursuant to the Williams vs. State of California litigation settlement and as defined in Education Code 35186, Sylvan Union School District posted in every classroom a statement that students have the right to sufficient textbooks and instructional materials, that school facilities are clean, safe, and maintained in good repair and that there are no teacher vacancies or teacher misassignments.  Summaries of complaints must be publicly reported to the Board on a quarterly basis at a regularly scheduled meeting and forwarded to the County Superintendent of Schools. 

As of March 31, 2018, Sylvan Union School District has not received any complaints. 


Quick Summary / Abstract:

It is recommended the Board of Trustees accept the Quarterly Report on Williams Complaints, Subject Area of Complaints, and Resolution of Complaints for the Quarter Ending March 31, 2018.


Financial Impact:

None

Attachments:
Quarterly Report - 1st 2018
13.h. APPROVE DONATIONS
Speaker:
Debra M. Hendricks, Superintendent
Rationale:
The District has received donations as follows: 

1. The donation of $10,112.00 from Crossroads Parent Teacher Association to Crossroads Elementary School for the purchase of chromebooks for students to use in the classroom.

2. The donation of 50 (fifty) library books from Library of Congress and multiple reading levels from U.S. Representative Jeff Denham to Crossroads Elementary School for the student library at Crossroads Elementary School.

3. The donation of $3,432.87 from Crossroads PTA to Crossroads Elementary School to purchase iPads for Kindergarten classrooms.

4. The donation of $10.00 from YourCause Corporate Employee Giving Programs to Freedom Elementary School for student recognition and school supplies.

5. The donation of $30.78 from Standiford Elementary PTSA to Standiford Elementary School for school supplies.

6. The donation of $1,950.00 from YourCause. LLC Trustee for Wells Fargo Community Support Campaign to Stockard Coffee Elementary School for student recognition and supplies. 

7. The donation of library books in the value of $673.00 from various donors through Donors Choose Project submitted by Carrie Munroe, LMA to Sylvan STEAM Academy Elementary School for the library. 

8. The donation of $300.00 from Leslie M. Kazas to Woodrow Elementary School for supplies for Mrs. Stone, Mrs. Long/Tejeda, and Mrs. Dancy's classroom.






 
Quick Summary / Abstract:
It is recommended the Board of Trustees approve the donations as listed.
14. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Speaker:
Debra M. Hendricks, Superintendent
15. BOARD REPORTS
16. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Time Certain:
10:05 PM
16.a. NEXT REGULAR BOARD MEETING - MAY 1, 2018
16.b. GOVERNANCE SPRING RETREAT - MAY 15, 2018 AT TBD (LOCATION TBD)
17. FINAL ADJOURNMENT
Time Certain:
10:05 PM

Published: April 13, 2018, 2:44 PM

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