REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Alpine USD
August 13, 2019 4:30PM
Administrative Services Annex, 43 Hawkside Drive, Markleeville, CA 96120
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The Governing Board reserves the right to take items in a different order to accomplish business in the most efficient manner.
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| President Mecak called the Alpine County Unified School District meeting to order at 4:30 pm. |
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Motion to approve the agenda Passed with a motion by Ms. Nani Ellis and a second by Mr. John Baker. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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Welcome to a meeting of the Alpine County Unified School District Board of Trustees. At this time, the Board of Trustees will listen to communication from the public on any Closed Session items. Please limit comments to three minutes per person.
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| President Mecak announced the items to be discussed in Closed Session. |
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This is public's opportunity to comment on items to be discussed in closed session.
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| No public comment |
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| President Mecak adjourned to closed session at 4:33 pm. |
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| President Mecak reconvened into regular open session at 4:54 pm. |
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| President Mecak announced that there was no action taken in closed session. |
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This is public's opportunity to comment on the action taken in closed session.
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| No public comment. |
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The law allows the public to address the Governing Board on any matter, whether or not it is on the agenda, but the law prohibits action by the Governing Board on nonagenda items. Board Bylaw 9323 states that “Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board on each agenda or nonagenda item. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional person speak only if they have something new to add.”
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Jill Weggenstein, expressed appreciation to the District and Board for support of Bear Valley on behalf of the Bear Valley Education Foundation. They are in support of keeping the school open and offered assistance with fundraising and volunteering.
Katherine Rakow reintroduced herself to the Board as the Alpine County Board of Supervisors Liaison for Alpine County Schools. |
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Clerk to the Board Rachael Brothers reported to the board and public that her family is relocating to Plumas County and she will no longer be eligible to serve on the ACUSD and ACOE Board of Education. Trustee Brothers will submit her letter of resignation to County Office of Education Superintendent on August 21, 2019.
President Mecak reported that the board can make a provisional appointment to replace Trustee Brothers. Eligible persons will have to provide a letter of interest, fill out an application, and submit to an interview in open session during a special or regular board meeting. The appointment has to be made sixty (60) days from Trustee Brothers'departure date which would be by October 20, 2019.
Trustee John Baker reported that he has been tentatively hired at Alpine County Sheriff Department and will be away at training for approximately seven (7) months. At this time he is unsure if he will be able to attend remotely but does not think it likely. He is requesting a six (6) months leave of absence from the board during this time. President Mecak stated that she would research the legality and requirements of the request and report back at the next board meeting.
Trustee Amber Bill reported that she has been hired at Sacramento State University to teach Native American Studies on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Trustee Bill is hoping to work with the University and the board on schedule. She indicated that she has no plans to resign.
President Mecak asked Lia Story to share research she discovered regarding board members teleconferencing. Ms. Story reported that according to the Brown Act and Government Code 54953 when conducting a public meeting via teleconference, "at least a quorum of the members of the legislative body shall participate from locations within the boundaries of the territory over which the local agency exercises jurisdiction." Ms Story indicated that this should be taken into consideration when appointing new a board member in light of Trustee Baker and Trustee Bill's new assignments.
President Mecak reported that she had been asked to be the DVES XC coach to which she agreed to volunteer. She also indicated that the first day of school was great.
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Motion to approve consent agenda minus C Passed with a motion by Ms. Nani Ellis and a second by Mr. John Baker. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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| Information concerning the following consent items has been forwarded to each board member for study prior to this meeting. Unless a board member has a question concerning a particular item and asks that it be withdrawn from the consent list, the items are approved at one time by the Governing Board |
| Nani Ellis asked that item C be pulled for discussion. |
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Motion to approve item C, bus schedules subject to change Passed with a motion by Ms. Nani Ellis and a second by Mr. John Baker. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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Nani Ellis asked about stops and times based on current ridership and students who left.
Lia Story indicated it is a work in progress and that Kim and herself are working with Sheila at DHS District and working through stops and emergency cards. |
2019-2020 Douglas Route Bus Schedule
2019-2020 DVES School Bus Schedule
2019-2020 STHS Suburban Route Schedule
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| Superintendent Strahl shared updates on Bear Valley, Diamond Valley and District activity. The detailed report is attached to the agenda item. |
Superintendent's Report
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| Principal Eleanor Moore provided updates on staff development and the first days of school. |
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| Business Manager, Klaus Leitenbauer, provided updates and information regarding the various committees (Safety, Budget and Facilities) and reported on activities of Transportation and Maintenance and Business Services. His detailed report is attached to the agenda item. |
Business Manager's Report
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Motion to approve authorized agents Passed with a motion by Ms. Nani Ellis and a second by Mr. John Baker. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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2019-2020 Authorized Agents
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Motion to approve Lauren Wennstrom as upper grade teacher Passed with a motion by Ms. Nani Ellis and a second by Ms. Amber Bill. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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This is a budgeted and approved position for 2019-2020 funded by the General Fund.
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Motion to approve Temandra "Jackie" Springer as Expanded Learning Program Coordinator Passed with a motion by Ms. Rachael Brothers and a second by Ms. Nani Ellis. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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This is an approved and budgeted position funded by the ASES grant, Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention (CBCAP) contract (HHS), Healthy Hawks After School contract (Alpine County Tobacco Control), and General fund.
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Motion to ratify request to advertise and hire for instructional aide Passed with a motion by Ms. Nani Ellis and a second by Ms. Rachael Brothers. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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This is a budgeted position replacing vacancy left by Jackie Springer and is funded by Title I.
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Motion to approve William Simpson as Community / Native Liaison pending backround check and fingerprints Passed with a motion by Ms. Rachael Brothers and a second by Ms. Nani Ellis. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Abstain Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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This is an approved and budgeted position funded by the Impact Aid Grant.
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| Trustee Amber Bill shared that there is Community concern over the hiring of this person. Trustee Bill wants to ensure that the background check is complete. |
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Motion to ratify Passed with a motion by Mr. John Baker and a second by Ms. Amber Bill. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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This is an approved and budgeted position for 2019-2020 funded by the General Fund. The position will be vacant as of 8/19/2019.
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Wave second reading and approve A - P Passed with a motion by Ms. Rachael Brothers and a second by Ms. Nani Ellis. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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| It was recommended that the Board approve items A through P and that Q and R be removed and submitted for a second reading. |
Executive Summary with Admin Notes
Full CSBA Recommended Policies Packet
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Celebrate more than 88 years of continued commitment to student achievement and learning at the most robust professional development event you’ll attend this year. Invest in your students and schools by attending the Annual Education Conference and Trade Show where you’ll network with colleagues from across the state, share insights, and explore ways to raise student achievement levels.
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| Superintendent Strahl is planning to attend and possibly the new board appointee would want to attend. |
CSBA AEC Registration Form
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The District has not received any communication regarding our LCAP submission yet, but the Business Office has received fiscal LCAP feedback from the CDE. Klaus presented the feedback to the Budget Advisory Committee on 8/8/19 and is currently preparing a response to the CDE. In regards to our new LCAP planning, the Superintendent is awaiting the formatting changes from the state and is currently planning a more robust plan for community engagement and feedback in 2019-2020.
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The law allows the public to address the Governing Board on any matter, whether or not it is on the agenda, but the law prohibits action by the Governing Board on nonagenda items. Board Bylaw 9323 states that “Individual speakers shall be allowed three minutes to address the Board on each agenda or nonagenda item. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. With Board consent, the president may increase or decrease the time allowed for public presentation, depending on the topic and the number of persons wishing to be heard. The president may take a poll of speakers for or against a particular issue and may ask that additional person speak only if they have something new to add.”
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| No Public comment |
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| President Mecak requested a special meeting to bring back info on filing a Board member vacancy and report on Trustee Baker's Leave of Absence. |
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Motion to adjourn at 5:52 pm Passed with a motion by Ms. Rachael Brothers and a second by Ms. Nani Ellis. |
Yes Mr. John Baker.
Yes Ms. Amber Bill.
Yes Ms. Rachael Brothers.
Yes Ms. Nani Ellis.
Yes Ms. Amy Mecak.
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| Present | Mr. John Baker |
| Present | Ms. Amber Bill |
| Present | Ms. Rachael Brothers |
| Present | Ms. Nani Ellis |
| Present | Ms. Amy Mecak |
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