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REGULAR MEETING - February 10, 2016
Piedmont City USD
February 10, 2016 7:00PM
Council Chambers, City Hall 120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont Closed Session: 6:00 p.m. Regular Session:7:00 p.m.

Mission Statement:
We are committed to cultivate a learning community where students are engaged in their learning, strive for excellence, and are supported to achieve to their potential.
I. CALL TO ORDER
Time Certain:
6:00 PM
Minutes:
Meeting called to order at 6:00 p.m.
II. ESTABLISHMENT OF QUORUM
Quick Summary / Abstract:
A majority of the Governing Board must be present in order to establish a quorum, allowing the Board to conduct business.
III. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
Time Certain:
6:01 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Members of the public may speak to any Closed Session item on the agenda. The Board President may limit speaker time.
Minutes:
The Board adjourned to Closed Session at 6:00pm.
III.A. Conference with District Labor Negotiator Randall Booker Regarding Negotiations with Association of Piedmont Teachers (APT) (Government Code Section 54956.6)
III.B. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation- Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Paragraphs (2) and (3) of Subdivision (D) and Paragraph (4) of Subdivision (E) of Section 54956.9 of the Government Code. (1 Case) Paragraphs (2) and (3) of Subdivision (D) and Paragraph (5) of Subdivision (E) (1 case).
IV. REGULAR OPEN SESSION
Time Certain:
7:00 PM
IV.A. Call to Order
Minutes:
Regular Meeting called to order at 7:01 p.m.
IV.B. Pledge of Allegiance
IV.C. Report of Action Taken in Closed Session
Minutes:
None taken.
IV.D. Agenda Adjustments
Minutes:
Remove Item VII. A. Approve Revised 2016-17 Board Meeting Schedule
V. COMMUNICATIONS / ANNOUNCEMENTS (COMMUNITY)
Time Certain:
7:03 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The comments are informational only, covering items of interest to the Board, staff and community.
V.A. Association of Piedmont Teachers (APT)
Minutes:
None present
V.B. California School Employees Association (CSEA)
Minutes:
None present
V.C. Parent Clubs
Minutes:
None present
V.D. Student Representative to the Board
Minutes:
Cerina Smit reported on Millennium High School's (MHS) March 20th Fundraiser to help fund Camp Augusta trip. MHS will perform a beautification project. Reminded the community to support the basketball and soccer teams.
V.E. Persons Wishing to Speak to Any Item Not Listed on the Agenda
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Board members or staff may not discuss or take action on any item that does not appear on the posted agenda. Board members and staff may briefly respond to statements or answer questions.
Minutes:
None present
V.F. Superintendent Announcements
Minutes:
None
V.G. Board President Announcements - The Board will conduct a Board Workshop on Friday, February 12, 2016, from 10:45 am -12:45 pm in the District Office Conference Room.
VI. PRESENTATION
Time Certain:
7:10 PM
VI.A. The Facilities Master Plan process combines the goals of PUSD’s Education Specifications and the information collected by the design team (including facility assessments) into a comprehensive plan for the schools of the Piedmont Unified School District. District staff and Quattrocchi Kwok Architects will present the PUSD Facilities Master Plan for review by the Board of Education.
Speaker:
Quattrocchi Kwok Architects
Minutes:
Superintendent Booker introduced Quattrocchi Kwok Architects Mark Quattrocchi and Debra McGuire and Pete Palmer, PUSD Director of Facilities who presented a comprehensive Facilities Master Plan.
Attachments:
Background on Facilities Master Plan
VII. REVIEW AND ACTION ITEMS
Time Certain:
8:10 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:
(The Board President may limit speaker time)
VII.A. Approve Revised 2016-17 Board Meeting Schedule
Speaker:
Randall Booker, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board is asked to approve the Revised Regular Board Meeting Schedule for 2016-17, which was presented at the January 26, 2016 meeting.


Minutes:
Item to be held over to March 9, 2016.
Attachments:
2016-17 Revised Meeting Schedule
VIII. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION
IX. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Time Certain:
8:15 PM
IX.A. Elementary Enrollment (K-5th Grade) Day to be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at Ellen Driscoll Theater from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Speaker:
Randall Booker, Superintendent
Minutes:
Superintendent Booker reminded the community of the Enrollment Event. Item should read TK-5th Grade.
IX.B. 2016 Arthur Hecht Volunteer of the Year Award - Nominations are now being accepted through March 14th. More information, including the nomination form can be found on the District website.
Speaker:
Randall Booker, Superintendent
Minutes:
Superintendent Booker reminded the community that nominations will be accepted until March 14, 2016.
IX.C. LCAP Parent Engagement Night is scheduled for Thursday, February 25th in the Piedmont High School Student Center.
Speaker:
Randall Booker, Superintendent
Minutes:
Superintendent Booker encouraged the community to attend the LCAP Parent Engagement Night on February 25th at 7:00 p.m.
X. CORRESPONDENCE
Time Certain:
8:20 PM
Minutes:
Board Member Smith received a letter from Piedmont Makers regarding the Facilities Master Plan.
XI. BOARD REPORTS
Time Certain:
8:25 PM
Minutes:
1.Board Member Raushenbush attended the Steering Committee meeting.
2.Board Member Ireland attended the PEF welcome reception for Susan Terrill, school tours at Wildwood, Havens and PMS, Steering Committee meeting and Oakland Promise.
3.Board Member Smith attended the PEF welcome reception for Susan Terrill, Stowe Fundraiser on Bullying, MHS Parent Club meeting, PHS production of Sound of Music, PHS Athletics Hall of Fame and a presentation on Take 10 app.
4. Vice President Pearson attended a mandatory Spring Sports meeting, PHS counseling staff small group meeting for 9th and 10th grade parents, ALPS meeting, PMS Parent Club meeting, City/School Liaison meeting and a the Boy Scout speaker presentation. Reminded community on Education Speaker Series on Raising Resilient Girls.
5. President Swenson attended the City/School Liaison meeting, ALPS meeting, MLK Jr. event in January and had a one-on-one meeting with Susan Terrill of PEF.
XII. CONSENT CALENDAR: ACTION ITEMS
Time Certain:
8:35 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The following items are considered routine and can be handled with one action since it is recommended that all items be approved unanimously.

Board members may request any item(s) be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.
Actions:
Motion
Move to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. Passed with a motion by Amal Smith and a second by Doug Ireland.
Vote:
Yes Doug Ireland.
Yes Sarah Pearson.
Yes Rick Raushenbush.
Yes Amal Smith.
Yes Andrea Swenson.
XII.A. Approve Minutes of Board of Education Meeting for January 26, 2016
Attachments:
01-26-16 Board Meeting Minutes
XII.B. January Budget Report
Attachments:
January 2016 Budget Report
XII.C. Personnel Action Report
Attachments:
Personnel Action Report
XII.D. Contracts and Agreements - Business Services
Attachments:
Contracts and Agreements - Business Services
XII.E. Contracts and Agreements - Special Education
Attachments:
Contracts and Agreements - Special Education
XII.F. Accept Donation of $20,000 from Piedmont Turkey Trot to be used as follows: $10,000 to PHS Cross Country and $10,000 to PHS Track Team.
XII.G. Field Trip Request by Piedmont High School Journalism/Yearbook for 25 students to attend the Columbia Press Association Annual Convention at Columbia University, March 15-18, 2016. Cost: $800 Funding Source: Parent Donations
Attachments:
Field Trip Request
XIII. FUTURE BOARD AGENDA ITEMS
Time Certain:
8:40 PM
Minutes:
President Swenson requested that we add the 2016-17 Board Meeting Calendar as an action item at the next Board Meeting.

Mr. Raushenbush requested that we add PHS/MHS PE Credits Policy on April Board Meeting.

XIII.A. Board Workshop (February 12)
XIII.B. Second Interim Budget Report (March)
XIII.C. LCAP Update (TBD)
XIII.D. Evaluation Process (TBD)
XIII.E. Testing Schedule for Secondary Students (Spring 2016)
XIV. ADJOURNMENT
Time Certain:
8:45 PM
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Next Regular Board of Education Meeting:

March 9, 2016  

City Hall, Council Chambers, 120 Vista Avenue, Piedmont

Please be advised that any communication sent to the Board of Education is subject to the Freedom of Information Act and can be viewed by the public, unless is is of a confidential issue covered under the Brown Act.



Minutes:
Meeting adjourned 9:39pm.
Disability Information:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Superintendent's Office at (510) 594-2614. Notification by Monday noon preceding the meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
2/10/2016 6:00:00 PM ( Original )
PresentRandall Booker
AbsentSong Chin-Bendib
PresentDoug Ireland
PresentSarah Pearson
PresentRick Raushenbush
PresentAmal Smith
PresentAndrea Swenson
2/10/2016 7:00:00 PM
PresentSong Chin-Bendib

The resubmit was successful.