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Regular Meeting of the Board of Education
Milpitas USD
August 23, 2016 7:00PM
1331 E. Calaveras Blvd., Milpitas, CA Building 500, Board Room Closed Session: 6:00p.m. Open Session: 7:00 p.m.

1. CALL MEETING TO ORDER
Quick Summary / Abstract:


2. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The Board may delete items from its posted agenda and may also add items to its posted agenda, pursuant to Govt. Code 54954.2, if such items to be added arise out of “emergency situations”, as defined under Govt. Code Sec. 54956.5.

Approve the August 23, 2016 Board Agenda
Motion:_____   Second: _____   Action:______





3. ROLL CALL
Quick Summary / Abstract:

_____ Gunawan Alisantosa, Board President
_____ Bob Nuñez, Vice-President
_____ Dan Bobay, Clerk of the Board
_____ Chris Norwood, Board Member
_____ Danny Lau, Board Member

_____ Alan Pham, Student Board Representative


4. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Board will hear comments from the public that are NOT on the agenda.

5. CLOSED SESSION
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The meeting will adjourn to closed session to discuss and/or to take action on the following items.  This part of the agenda is closed to the public.

PERSONNEL (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957)
      - Discipline/dismissal/release
      - Public Employment:  - Certificated Management Employee
                                               - Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development

CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code Sec.54956.8)
      - Properties:
              - 301 and 333 So. Abbott Ave., Milpitas (APNs 086-06-013 and 086-06-012, and 300, 250, 400
                 and
                 450 So. Abbott Ave., Milpitas (APNs 086-06-010; 086-06-009; 086-06-008 and 086--06-011)

              - 1500 Yosemite Drive, Milpitas (APN 0888-07-061)

     - Agency Negotiator:  Cheryl Jordan, Interim Superintendent 










6. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
Quick Summary / Abstract:

The meeting will reconvene in open session.

Flag Salute

7. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Report on action(s) taken in Closed Session, if required, pursuant to CA Govt. Code Section 54957.1, including abstentions, if any by Board members present.


8. COMMENTS FROM THE PUBLIC
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Board will hear comments from the public on items that are NOT on the agenda.


9. BOARD GROUP AGREEMENTS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Per Board Bylaw 9001, amended on 1/12/16, Board members and the Superintendent agree to

1.  Ask questions for their own understanding

2.  Be open and honest with each other

3.  Be aware that their behavior in the Milpitas community reflects on them as a team.

4.  Communicate proactively with each other about topics, questions, and challenges in advance of public board meetings in compliance with the Brown Act.




10. INTERIM SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Recognitions:

Interim Superintendent Cheryl Jordan will lead the Board in recognizing

- Milpitas High School and Silicon Valley Career Technical Education student,  Fe Lorraine Aguinaldo,  for placing 2nd in the nation in Dental Assisting at the Skills USA National Competition  held in June in Kentucky.

- Milpitas High School resident artists for their inspiring work on the building letters at their school.

- The following Milpitas service organizations for their continuing support to the students of the Milpitas Unified School District:  
          Kiwanis Club of Milpitas  
          Milpitas Rotary Club
          Milpitas Executive Lions Club, and
          St. Elizabeth Council Knights of Columbus #8747  









11. REPORTS
11.1. 2016 Summer School Report (Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Milpitas Unified School housed five summer school programs this summer. The SEAL Summer Bridge program was joined by an elementary reading intervention program to round out the district’s traditional elementary enrichment, middle and high school offerings.




 
Recommended Motion:

No Action Needed: This is an informational Item. Board is encouraged to ask questions regarding the summer program. 




Financial Impact:


STAFF:

Greg Barnes
Director of Secondary Education

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development




Attachments:
MUSD SECONDARY SUMMER SCHOOL 2015-16
SEAL Summer Bridge 2016
Summer at Sinnott
11.2. Developer Fee Annual Public Report (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services) ATTACHMENT REVISED: 08/22/16 @ 11:55 A.M.Was edited within 72 hours of the Meeting
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Under Government Code Section 66006(b), each school district that imposes developer fees must make available to the public certain specified information regarding its developer fees fund. These include but are not limited to: 

1. A brief description of the fees 
2. The amount of the fees 
3. The beginning and ending balance of the account or fund 
4. The fees collected and interest earned 

The governing board is required to review this information at a regularly scheduled meeting held not less than 15 days after the information is made available to the public.

All developer fees collected during 2015-16 were deposited in Fund 250 – Capital Facilities. The Annual Public Report on the Developer Fee Fund for 2015-16 is attached.





 
Recommended Motion:

Listen to the report and ask questions.


Financial Impact:

STAFF:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services




Attachments:
Public Report Dev Fee (Revised)
12. ACTION ITEMS
12.1. Adopt Resolution 2017.9 approving amendment #2 to the purchase and sale agreement between the District and the City of Milpitas (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services) Was edited within 72 hours of the Meeting
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Motion:_____     Second:_____     Action:_____


Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

On October 21, 2014, the City of Milpitas and the District entered into a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the District to purchase 6.7 acres of City owned property on McCandless Drive. The agreement was amended on October 6, 2015 as Amendment #1 formalized a one year extension of the close of escrow date to October 21, 2016.

Staff from the City and the District drafted Amendment #2, it was presented and discussed in a meeting at the City of Milpitas – Milpitas Unified School District Joint Communications Committee on August 9, 2016. 

The essence of Amendment #2 is summarized as follows: 

(1) It introduces a revised payment plan to allow for the purchase price per acre (remaining unchanged at $3,100,000/acre) to be paid in two installments over a 12 month term (50% at the close of Escrow and 50% 12 months thereafter); 

(2) It includes the requirement of a zero-interest promissory note between the District and the City secured by a secured deed of trust on the underlying subject property; 

(3) It adjusts the purchase price to the final map acceptance of 6.668 acres, or a value of $20,670,800; and 

(4) It allows for the reimbursement to the District, out of sales proceeds, for costs incurred on site remediation work performed subject to the City review of supporting cost documentation.




 
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution 2017.9 approving Amendment # 2 to the Purchase and Sale Agreement between the City of Milpitas and the District.


Financial Impact:

The anticipated proceeds of the sale, including both installments, will amount to $20,670,000 less remediation costs reimbursements to the District and resulting escrow fees.


STAFF:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent Business Services


Attachments:
Exhit A - Amendment #2 to Purchse and Sale Agreement
Promissory Note for Purchase and Sale Agreement
Resolution for Adoption - 2nd Amendment to the Purchase and Sale Agreement
12.2. Adopt Resolution 2017.8 decreasing the number of certificated employees from the Rose Child Development Center due to closure of a program (Interim Superintendent)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Motion: _____     Second:_____     Action:_____

Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Due to the closure of the Randall School Age site there is a need to decrease staffing. This will result in the loss of a two and one half hour per week Child Development Center Paraprofessional One (0.741 FTE) position.

 
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution 2016.1

Financial Impact:

This proposed elimination in FTE would result in an approximate savings to the District of $2,023.00.


STAFF:

Tabitha Kappeler-Hurley
Interim Director of Human Relations

Cheryl Jordan
Interim Superintendent






Attachments:
Board Resolution 2017.8 - CDC Classified Layoff
12.3. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between MUSD and Health Trust for a Family Resource Center to be located at Randall Elementary School (Interim Superintendent)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Motion:_____     Second: _____     Action: _____

Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Milpitas Unified School District (MUSD) and HealthTrust have an interest in providing family education and resource services to our students and families residing in the areas of Rose, Randall and the District Office. This geographical area is home to our families in greatest need of support as it is also our residential area with the lowest median income.  Per Keith Morales, HealthTrust Program Manager, 70% of our families living in this area will qualify for the services provided at our new Family Resource Center.

The attached MOU outlines the agreement between HealthTrust and the District; HealthTrust will provide services to our families living in this area and the District will provide a portable to house the Family Resource Center at Randall Elementary School.  This is an in-kind exchange in which the District provides and maintains the facilities and HealthTrust maintains services and program oversight:

Services provided:

  • Developmental Screenings
  • Referrals to preventative and remedial services
  • Evidence-based parent education (i.e. Triple P, SEEDS, Early Literacy, 24/7 Dads)
  • Oral health
  • Health and nutrition programs
  • Engagement activities and programs designed for parent and child learning

The HealthTrust will manage programs throughout the school day and into the evenings, services to be rendered are valued at approximately $360K per year.  The one time cost of a portable, located along Park Victoria in the southwest area of the Randall campus, is approximately $281K plus monthly PG&E expenses.  Additionally, we received a $35K donation for start-up costs from the Summer Hill Apartment Communities, which will be used for FRC furniture, computers, and supplies.

Typically 300+ parents with children ages birth to 5 years are served by a HealthTrust Family Resource Center.  Recent data collected at the Race St. and Burbank HealthTrust Family Resource Center sites indicate improved outcomes for children who have been supported by their services.  The Sunnyhills FRC has also been successful, but it is not located in an area that our families living in the Rose, Randall, District Office triangle can easily access on foot. We are excited to have this additional site close to our families most in need of the services to be provided. 



 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between MUSD and HealthTrust for a Family Resource Center to be located at Randall Elementary School.  The FRC will provide services to all families in Milpitas, with the targeted area being those neighborhoods between Rose, Randall, and Calaveras Hills High School. 



Financial Impact:

Budget Impact:

FRC Furniture & Supplies:                 $  20K -

Portable Cost:                                      $200K

Annual PG&E Expenses:                    $    5K

Subtotal                                               $225K

Summer Hill Donation                           - 35K

                                    Total               $190K Impact to Building Fund     



STAFF:

Cheryl Jordan
Interim Superintendent

Attachments:
Family Resource Center MOU MUSD and HealthTrust
12.4. Conduct first reading of proposed new Board Policy BP 6152.1 Placement in Mathematics Courses (Assistant Superintendent Learning and Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

 The state of California is requiring all districts serving 9th grade students to adopt a mathematics placement policy. Board Policy 6152.1 is presented to the board for the first of three readings. A summary from the CSBA mandate is included below:

“The Governing Board of any district which serves 9th-grade students and has not adopted a mathematics placement policy is mandated pursuant to Education Code 51224.7, as added by SB 359 (Ch. 508, Statutes of 2015), to develop and, at a regularly scheduled public Board meeting, adopt a fair, objective, and transparent mathematics placement policy with specified components, before the 2016-17 school year.”

The Board of Education will need to conduct the three readings for the proposed new Board Policy 6152.1 Placement in Mathematics Courses.




 
Recommended Motion:

Conduct first reading.  No action is required at this time.  

This item will be returned for second reading at the September 13, 2016  Board meeting.  


Financial Impact:

None

                                                               

STAFF

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning & Development

Greg Barnes
Director of Secondary Education, Learning & Development

Attachments:
New BP 6152.1 Math Placement
12.5. Conduct one reading and adopt the proposed revision to existing Board Policy BP 6142.92 Mathematics Instruction (Assistant Superintendent, Learning & Development)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Motion:_____     Second:_____     Action:_____

Rationale:

BACKGROUND:        

Board Policy 6142.92 was last updated on June 23rd, 2015. This policy needs to be revised to align to state requirements mandated by Math Placement Act of 2015. A summary from the CSBA is included below.

The Governing Board of any district which serves 9th-grade students and has not adopted a mathematics placement policy is mandated pursuant to Education Code 51224.7, as added by SB 359 (Ch. 508, Statutes of 2015), to develop and, at a regularly scheduled public Board meeting, adopt a fair, objective, and transparent mathematics placement policy with specified components, before the 2016-17 school year.


 
Recommended Motion:
Review and adopt the revised Mathematics Instruction Board Policy 6142.92 Mathematics Instruction.

Financial Impact:

                                                               

STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning & Development

Greg Barnes
Director of Secondary Education, Learning & Development

Attachments:
Revised BP 6142.92 Math Instruction
12.6. Approve the contract with Blach Construction for management services re new elementary school on McCandless (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Motion:  _____     Second:_____    Action:_____

Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

On January 5, 2015, the District distributed a Request for Proposal (RFP) seeking a Builder for the new elementary school. Six firms responded. A District committee interviewed the top three firms (Blach, Kitchell and McCarthy) on February 26, 2015 and selected Blach Construction Company. In April 2015, the Board hired Blach Construction to perform pre-construction planning for the new school.

 Since the District is now moving forward to construct the new school with modular buildings with a traditional multiple prime delivery method, the District no longer needs a builder in the process.  Staff went back to the 2012 Measure E Bond pool of approved construction managers for the selection of a construction management firm. Staff recommends Blach as the construction management firm due to their familiarity with the McCandless site and their excellent performance in the current Bond program. 

Staff obtained a proposal from Blach Construction. Their services include:

  • Cost Estimate Reviews
  • Design Reviews
  • Bidding Management
  • PSA process management
  • Construction Supervision
  • Project Close out




 
Recommended Motion:

Approve Blach Construction contract for construction management services on the McCandless Elementary project.


Financial Impact:

$1,429,000 from Bond Fund 212

 

STAFF:

Joe Flatley
Director, Facilities Modernization

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services


Attachments:
Blach McCandless Agreement
12.7. Approve the contract amendment with Padre Associates for the implementation of soil removal action plan (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services) - ATTACHMENT ADDED: 08/08/2016 @ 11:55 A.M.Was edited within 72 hours of the Meeting
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Motion:______     Second:_____     Action: _____

Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

BACKGROUND:

The District's Environmental consultant for the new elementary school, Padre Associates, has been working over the summer on the bio remediation of the soil on the McCandless site. Padre has been involved from the beginning of this project with planning, testing, coordination with the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) and the performance of the bio remediation work. 

During the course of the remediation work, Padre's contractors encountered unforeseen conditions and requirements by DTSC that resulted in additional costs due to additional labor hours, testing and reporting for a total of $146,096.  

A summary of the scope of services with the detailed description is attached for your review. 




 
Recommended Motion:
Approve contract amendment #2 with Padre Associates, Inc. for the implementation of Removal Action Workplan at the McCandless school site.  


Financial Impact:

 Additional $146,096 to be paid out of our Bond Fund 211


STAFF:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services




Attachments:
Padre Contract
12.8. Consider supporting the action taken by Milpitas City Council in support of Parks and Open Space in Milpitas (Interim Superintendent)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

At its August 16th meeting, the Milpitas City Council passed a resolution for a ballot measure asking voters to adopt an ordinance that would allow families to have a voice in designating land for parks and open space.  Board Vice President Nuñez would like to hold a discussion with the Board to consider supporting the action taken by City Council.  



 
Recommended Motion:

Board to hold discussion and determine direction for staff to place a resolution on a future Board agenda.



Financial Impact:

 

STAFF:

Cheryl Jordan
Interim Superintendent

12.9. Approve the contract of employment of the Assistant Superintendent of Learning and Development (Interim Superintendent)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Motion:_____     Second: _____   Action:_____  

Rationale:




 
Recommended Motion:

The Board of Education is requested to approve the employment contract of Norma Rodriguez, Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development.  



Financial Impact:

Salary  $170,788 

Statutory Benefits $ 25,926

Health and Welfare Benefits   $ 11,000 

Total $207,714

 

STAFF:

Cheryl Jordan
Interim Superintendent

Attachments:
Norma Rodriguez's contract
13. CONSENT ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Consent items are considered routine and will be acted upon by the Board in one motion.  There is no discussion on these items prior to the motion unless members of the Board, staff, or public request that specific items be tabled, or removed for discussion or correction.

Motion: ___    Second:____   Action:___

13.1. Adopt the regular Board minutes of June 14, 2016, June 28, 2016, and July 26, 2016 (Superintendent's Office)
Recommended Motion:

Adopt the regular Board minutes of June 14, 2016, June 28, 2016, and July 26, 2016.


Attachments:
Minutes July 26, 2016
Minutes June 14, 2016
Minutes June 28, 2016
13.2. Review and approve the District's Purchase Order Report of August 23, 2016 (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:


 
Recommended Motion:

Review and approve the Purchase Order Report.

Financial Impact:



STAFF:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services


Attachments:
Purch Order Rpt 8.23.16
13.3. Approve the Personnel Report of August 23, 2016 (Interim Superintendent)
Attachments:
Personnel Report - August 23, 2016
13.4. Approve the revised clerical job descriptions based on Reclassification Recommendations (Interim Superintendent)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

During the 2015-2016 Negotiations between MUSD and CSEA Chapter 281 a side letter (Appendix E) agreement was made in the collective bargaining agreement of 2015-2018 to conduct a pilot three-year Re-classification and Compensation Study program. The study began in December 2015, to review three job classifications including clerical, health clerks, and technology services. The review of Technology Services was later moved to the 2016-2017 cycle. The classification review phase included staff surveys, job shadowing, interviewing, and analysis of work being performed compared to the current job descriptions, and reviewing the language in multiple job descriptions.  The following revised job descriptions and the one new job description for the District Office Administrative Secretary are direct results of the findings from this study.  This study was presented to the Board of Education on June 28, 2016 and after review by the Superintendent and Executive Cabinet the following recommendations have been proposed.                                    

Current Name of Job Classification

Recommended Change:

# of Employees this Will Impact:

Budgetary Impact of this Change:

Health Clerk

Change name to Health/Secretary Clerk (keeping the same work year)


7

Change pay range from 10/11 to 11/12

$10,361.00


Senior Staff Secretary

Move to Administrative Secretary classification

5

Change pay range from 17 to 21

$32,697.00


Secretary Clerk

Move to School Staff Secretary classification

17

Change pay range from 12 to 14

$35,718.00

SNS Computer Systems Operator/Secretary

Move position to a 12 month work year

This individual has been working this additional month on a timesheet in the past.

1

One additional month $6,266.30*

*this employee was already being paid this amount on a timesheet in the past.

This action will maintain and enhance the efficient operations of the District.




 
Recommended Motion:
Approve the recommended revised job descriptions as indicated on the attached drafts, and the reclassification actions as indicated in the summary background.



Financial Impact:

Approximately $85,042.00 including benefits.

 

STAFF:

Tabitha Kappeler-Hurley
Interim Director, Human Relations

Cheryl E. Jordan
Interim Superintendent





Attachments:
2015-2016 Classified Salary Schedule
Job Description - District Office Administrative Secretary - Draft
Job Description - Health Clerk/Secretary Clerk - Draft
Job Description - Secretary School, Staff - Draft
Job Description - Secretary School, Staff, 14
Job Description - Secretary Senior, 17
Job Description - SNS-Computer Systems Operator/Secretary - Draft
13.5. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Project Cornerstone for Family Engagement Projects training and support (Interim Superintendent)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Project Cornerstone has several programs focused on building the 40 Developmental Assets that children and youth need in order to be resilient and successful in realizing their potential. These programs include staff training on how staff members can create learning environments that are conducive to building students’ developmental assets.  There are three parent programs that not only teach parents and community volunteers about how they can be asset builders for our youth, but also how they can be empowered in supporting one another in a strong school and parent partnership.

Project Cornerstone staff will provide training and support to our school staff and parents as outlined in the MOU.  As this is the initial year for our partnership with Project Cornerstone, the amount is not to exceed $5,000.  An evaluation of the impact of the services on family engagement and student assets will determine if this partnership will continue in future years. The results of Project Cornerstone’s work in other school communities can be found at this link:  http://www.projectcornerstone.org/html/aroundsiliconvalley.html










 
Recommended Motion:
Approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Project Cornerstone for Family Engagement Projects training and support
Financial Impact:

$5,000 (The LCAP approved by the Board in June 2016 includes a budget allotment of $10,000 for Project Cornerstone)

STAFF:

Cheryl Jordan
Interim Superintendent

Attachments:
MOU with Project Cornerstone
13.6. Review the attached agreement for Incident Command Training with ICS4Schools, LLC, and authorize staff to enter into the agreement from August 1, 2016 to August 1, 2017. (Interim Superintendent)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

ICS4Schools, LLC, will provide Incident Command System training services to the Milpitas Unified School District effective August 1, 2016. 

 
Recommended Motion:

It is recommended that the Board of Education review the attached Agreement for Incident Command Training with ICS4Schools, LLC,   and authorize staff to enter into the agreement from August 1, 2016 - August 1, 2017.



Financial Impact:

Rate range beginning August 1, 2016 through June 1, 2017

  $850.00 per site  

  $850.00 for table top exercises, functional exercises

 

 

STAFF:                                                 

Tabitha Kappeler-Hurley
Director, Human Resources

Cheryl Jordan
Interim Superintendent



Attachments:
ICS4Schools, LLC, Statement of Work Agreement For Incident Command Training
13.7. Approve the agreement with Santa Clara Swim Club for Use of Milpitas High School’s Aquatic Center (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Santa Clara Swim Club (SCSC) has been leasing the Milpitas High School Aquatic Center this past year with over 100 students. The District would like to continue the agreement through December 31, 2016.

SCSC will be able to use the pools after Milpitas High School’s water polo and swim practice and all day Saturday.

The agreement term is from August 24, 2016 through December 31, 2016. The income will be:

  • $100/hour with a max of $500/day
  • 10% profit sharing at the end of SCSC’s auditing year
  • Provide free lifeguarding during Milpitas High School’s physical education swim classes and swim/water polo practices and meets


 
Recommended Motion:
Approve the agreement with Santa Clara Swim Club.

Financial Impact:

Estimate $13,000 + 10% profit sharing

 

STAFF:

Kelly Ng
Purchasing/Contracts/Bond Budget Manager

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services



Attachments:
SCSC Agreement
13.8. Adopt Resolution #2017.7 Year-End Budget Expenditures (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

The proposed resolution would provide the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services with the authority to make the necessary budget adjustments in order to close out the 2015-16 Fiscal Year in a timely manner and avoid delays in payment of District liabilities.


 
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution 2017.7 as presented.
Financial Impact:

STAFF:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services




Attachments:
Resolution for Year-End Budget Expenditures
13.9. Adopt Resolution #2017.6 Year-End Budget Revenues (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

The proposed resolution would give the authority to and direct the Assistant Superintendent of Business Services to establish, increase, or decrease budgeted revenue amounts as may be needed in order to avoid delays in recording and accounting for unanticipated revenues and changes in the amounts of budgeted revenues for each revenue budget change to close-out the 2015-16 Fiscal Year.


 
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution 2017.6 as presented.
Financial Impact:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services




Attachments:
Resolution for Year-End Budget Revenues
13.10. Adopt Resolution 2017.5 Inter-Fund Borrowing for Fiscal Year 2016-17 (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Education Code Section 42603 states that the governing board of any school district may direct that moneys held in any fund or account may be temporarily transferred to another fund or account of the district for payment of obligations. Amounts transferred are required to be repaid within the same fiscal year or in the following fiscal year if the transfer takes place within the final 120 calendar days of a fiscal year. Board approval is required before making these transfers.


 
Recommended Motion:
Adopt Resolution 2017.5 authorizing temporary transfers between District accounts for fiscal year 2016-17 as presented.
Financial Impact:

STAFF:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services





Attachments:
Resolution for Interfund Borrowing
13.11. Adopt Resolution 2017.4 listing authorized staff to sign orders drawn upon the funds of the district (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

This resolution will designate the following as authorized staff to sign orders drawn upon the funds of the Milpitas Unified School District:

Cheryl Jordan, Interim Superintendent
Wendy Zhang, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services
Norma Rodriguez, Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development
Gunawan Alisantosa, Board President
Daniel Bobay, Board Clerk







 
Recommended Motion:

Adopt Resolution 2017.4 designating authorized signers as presented.


Financial Impact:

STAFF:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services





Attachments:
Resolution for Authorized Signatures
13.12. Review and adopt the 2016-17 Budget Calendar (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

The Business Office has established a budget calendar for the smooth flow of operations in the department. The budget calendar will give the Board information about the timelines and process of the 2016-17 Budget.


 
Recommended Motion:
Review and adopt the 2016-17 budget calendar.
Financial Impact:

 STAFF:

Wendy Zhang, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services




Attachments:
2016-17 Budget Operation Calendar
13.13. Ratify the contract with Ciari Plumbing and Heating for fire hydrant installation at a Rose Elementary portable – (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

To add an additional portable at Rose Elementary, the Milpitas Fire Department required a fire hydrant to be installed. On behalf of the District, Strawn Construction obtained quotes and received two complete bids ranging from $122,973 (Ciari Plumbing & Heating) to $160,446 (MK Pipelines, Inc.)

The project was awarded to Ciari Plumbing and Heating.

The ratification of this contract follows Board approval to delegate the Superintendent’s authority to execute contracts on June 28, 2016.



 
Recommended Motion:

Ratify the contract with  Ciari Plumbing & Heating.



Financial Impact:

$122,973 from Bond Fund

 

STAFF:

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services

Joe Flatley
Director, Facility & Bond Program



Attachments:
Ciari Agreement
13.14. Approve the 2016-17 Grant Award Notification for California Partnership Academies at Milpitas High School - Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education (CTE) (Assistant Superintendent, Learning & Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

The Grant Award Notification (GAN) for California Partnership Academies (CPA) at Milpitas High School has been received from the California Department of Education.




 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the continued funding through the Carl Perkins Grant by accepting the Grant Award Notifications (GAN) for 2016-17 for the California Partnership Academies (CPA). 


Financial Impact:

Positive grant funding:

$46,586           Carl Perkins Grant 2016-17

 

STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
 Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development

Phil Morales
Principal, Milpitas High School                                    

Andrea Hutchison
California Partnership Academies, CTE Lead


Attachments:
Perkins Grant - Application Status
13.15. Approve the acceptance of the After School Education and Safety Program (ASES) Grant Award (Assistant Superintendent, Learning & Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND                                      

The Milpitas Unified School District was awarded the ASES grant to provide an after-school program for both Randall and Rose Elementary Schools. The grant in the amount of $216,000 will be extended through June 30, 2017. We will continue to partner with the YMCA Silicon Valley to operate the ASES program.



 
Recommended Motion:
Approve acceptance of the grant monies in the amount of $216,000.

Financial Impact:

District receives $216,000 to continue the after-school program at both Randall and Rose for the 2016-17 school year.

                                               

STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning & Development


Attachments:
ASES Grant Award Notification (GAN) 2016-17
13.16. Approve the agreement with NEAT (Neuropsychology, Education, Assessment, Treatment) - (Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

NEAT provides licensed psychologists who perform independent education evaluation services as request by school districts. From time to time the District has needed to consult with and contract with licensed/credentialed psychologists to conduct independent education evaluations per District and parent agreement.

The agreement is for the term August 11, 2016, to October 31, 2016.


 
Recommended Motion:
Approve the contract between Milpitas Unified School District and NEAT

Financial Impact:

Projected cost not to exceed $5,000.00.

 

STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development

Carla Crenshaw
Director, Student Services


Attachments:
NEAT CONSULTANT AGREEMENT
13.17. Approve the acceptance of the Milpitas High School Digital Business Academy's membership into the National Academy Foundation (NAF) in the Industry Sector of Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT) (Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

National Academy Foundation (NAF) provides tools, resources, materials, curriculum, selected assessments, professional development, and selected scholarships for academy programs.


 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the acceptance of the Milpitas High School Digital Business Academy membership into the National Academy Foundation (NAF) in the Industry Sector of Information, Communication, and Technology (ICT).




Financial Impact:

Membership Agreement Fee - $2,000.00

                                      

STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development

Phil Morales
Principal, Milpitas High School                                              

Andrea Hutchison
California Partnership Academies, CTE Lead



Attachments:
NAF Membership Agreement
13.18. Approve the contract with non-public school, AchieveKids, for Student A (Assistant Superintendent, Learning & Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

AchieveKids provides a structured learning environment for students with significant learning and behavioral needs.  The educational setting has a therapeutic component which addresses the student’s specific learning and social/behavioral needs.  Instruction in a small structured special day classroom with no more than 12 students while receiving individualized academic and behavioral support is a key part of the program.  The students’ IEP determine that this level of service is necessary and appropriate for the student at this time. 


 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the contract between Milpitas Unified School District and AchieveKids for Student A.



Financial Impact:

The cost for the 2016/2017 school year shall not exceed $103,546.65.

 

STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development

Carla Crenshaw
Director, Student Services

                                            


Attachments:
Contract - NPS AchieveKids Student A - for Bd Mtg
13.19. Approve the contract with nonpublic School, AchieveKids, for Student B (Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

AchieveKids provides a structured learning environment for students with significant learning and behavioral needs.  The educational setting has a therapeutic component which addresses the student’s specific learning and social/behavioral needs.  Instruction in a small structured special day classroom with no more than 12 students while receiving individualized academic and behavioral support is a key part of the program.  The students’ IEP determine that this level of service is necessary and appropriate for the student at this time. 


 
Recommended Motion:
Approve the contract between Milpitas Unified School District and AchieveKids

Financial Impact:

The cost for the 2016/2017 school year shall not exceed $128,410.93.

                                           

STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development

Carla Crenshaw
Director, Student Services


Attachments:
Contract - NPS AchieveKids Student B - for Bd Mtg
13.20. Approve the contract with non-public school, AchieveKids, for Student C (Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND: 

AchieveKids provides a structured learning environment for students with significant learning and behavioral needs.  The educational setting has a therapeutic component which addresses the student’s specific learning and social/behavioral needs.  Instruction in a small structured special day classroom with no more than 12 students while receiving individualized academic and behavioral support is a key part of the program.  The students’ IEP determine that this level of service is necessary and appropriate for the student at this time. 


 
Recommended Motion:

Approve the contract between Milpitas Unified School District and AchieveKids for Student C.



Financial Impact:

The cost for the 2016/2017 school year shall not exceed $72,542.95.


STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development

Carla Crenshaw
Director, Student Services



Attachments:
Contract - NPS AchieveKids Student C - for Bd Mtg
13.21. Approve the contract with non-public school, Second Start Pine Hill (Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Second Start Pine Hill School provides a therapeutic learning environment for students with emotional and behavioral needs. The educational setting has a therapeutic component which addresses the student’s specific learning and social/behavioral needs. Instruction in a therapeutic special day classroom with no more than 12 students while receiving individualized and group therapy is an essential part of the program. The student’s IEP determines that this level of service is necessary and appropriate for the student at this time.  


 
Recommended Motion:
Approve the contract between Milpitas Unified School District and Second Start Pine Hill

Financial Impact:

The cost for services to be rendered for the 2016/2017 school year will not exceed $102,600.00.

 

STAFF:

Norma Rodriguez
Assistant Superintendent, Learning and Development

Carla Crenshaw
Director, Student Services


Attachments:
Contract - NPS Pine Hill - for Bd Mtg
13.22. Declare the items listed in the attached report as obsolete (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Attached is a list of items which have been identified by sites and departments as non-operable, stolen, broken, damaged, or are beyond repair.


            Total Items to Obsolete:  68

            Total Dollar Amount to Obsolete:  $63,518



 
Recommended Motion:

Classify the items on the attached list as obsolete.

 

STAFF:

Kelly Ng
Purchasing/Contracts/Bond Budget Manager

Wendy Zhang
 Assistant Superintendent, Business Services



Attachments:
Obsolete Inventory
13.23. Appoint Citizens Bond Oversight Committee members Margaret Hoyt, Nancy Mendizabal, Thomas Valore and Joseph Weinstein for a third term through December 2018 (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

The Citizens Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) bylaws, Section 5.4-5.5, state five members shall serve a term of two (2) years, commencing on the date of the first meeting of the committee. Once a term expires, the District Board may grant a third term of two years by foregoing the appointment process.  A member cannot serve for more than three consecutive terms.

Following members’ term will expire in December 2016:

  • Margaret Hoyt
  • W. Dan Manassau
  • Nancy Mendizabal
  • Thomas Valore
  • Joseph Weinstein

Four members expressed their interest to continue serving on the committee. Mr. Manassau is unable to continue for another term. Staff recommends that the Board appoint all the other members, except for Mr. Manassau and advertise the open position for someone that would represent a bona fide taxpayer's association.





 
Recommended Motion:

Appoint CBOC members Margaret Hoyt, W. Nancy Mendizabal, Thomas Valore and Joseph Weinstein for a third term through December 2018.


STAFF:

Joe Flatley
Director, Facilities Modernization

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services




13.24. Approve the new job description of College and Career Technician (Interim Superintendent)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

During the 2015-2016 Negotiations between MUSD and CSEA Chapter 281 a side letter (Appendix E) agreement was made in the collective bargaining agreement of 2015-2018 to conduct a pilot three-year Classification and Compensation Study program. The study began in December 2015, to review three job classifications including clerical, health clerks, and technology services. The review of Technology Services was later moved to the 2016-2017 cycle. The classification review phase included staff surveys, job shadowing, interviewing, and analysis of work being performed compared to the current job descriptions, and reviewing the language in multiple job descriptions.  The following new job description is a direct result of the findings from this study regarding the Staff Secretary position that created and maintained the MHS College and Career Center.  This study was presented to the Board of Education on June 28, 2016 and after review by the Superintendent and Executive Cabinet the following recommendation is being proposed.

The College and Career Center Technician plays a critical role in assisting students, parents, staff  and community members with gaining important information and facilitating individual and group college and career planning.  This role also provides structures and supports for students, parents and staff members to learn about such things as scholarships, potential careers and the necessary post-secondary education and experience needed for success in those areas.                                    

Current Name of Job Classification

Recommended Change:

# of Employees this Will Impact:

Budgetary Impact of this Change:

School Staff Secretary

Change name to College and Career Technician Clerk

Change work year to 11 months

Change pay range from 14 to 16

1

Change pay range from 14 to 16 is $2,487.00


This action benefits the MHS student body, staff, and community tremendously.


 
Recommended Motion:
Approve the recommended job description as drafted. 

Financial Impact:

Approximately $2,487.00 including benefits

 

STAFF:

Tabitha Kappeler-Hurley
Interim Director, Human Relations

Cheryl E. Jordan
Interim Superintendent




Attachments:
2015-2016 Classified Salary Schedule
Job Description - College and Career Technician - Draft
Secretary, Staff
13.25. Approve the agreement between Pomeroy Elementary School and Exploring New Horizons Science Camp (Assistant Superintendent, Business Services)
Rationale:

BACKGROUND:

Each year, elementary sites schedule overnight field trips for sixth graders to attend an outdoor science camp.  Board approval is required.  Attached is the agreement  between Pomeroy Elementary School and Exploring New Horizons for the Board's approval.

Exploring New Horizons outdoor science camp  will be held at Sempervirens Camp in Boulder Creek on October 24-28, 2016.  Approximately 110 students, 3 teachers and 11 counselors will attend.  It is $322/student.



 
Recommended Motion:

Approve agreement the agreement  for outdoor science camp with Exploring New Horizons



Financial Impact:

General Fund, Principal’s Fundraiser - $31,878

 

STAFF:

Kelly Ng
Purchasing/Contracts/Bond Budget Manager

Wendy Zhang
Assistant Superintendent, Business Services



Attachments:
Exploring New Horizons Agreement
13.26. Approve the following field trip requests:
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Sinnott Elementary School - 95 students to attend Walden West Outdoor School in Cupertino, CA from October 25 to October 28, 2016.  The group will use a district-approved bus.

Milpitas High School -  38 students to visit Angel Island, CA, leaving on September 20, 2016, returning on the same day.  The group will use a district approved bus.  Part of this trip is over water.  

Milpitas High School
- 150 students to participate in a band competition at Del Oro High School in Loomis, CA.  The group will leave on October 15, 2016, returning on the same day.  The group will use a district-approved bus.

Milpitas High School - 150 students to participate in a band competition at Fairfield High School in Fairfield, CA.  The group will leave on November 19, 2016, returning on the same day.  The group will use a district-approved bus.

Milpitas High School - 100 students to participate in a band competition, orchestra festival, and clinics at San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, CA.  The group will leave on March 9, 2017 returning on the same day.  The group will use a district-approved bus.

Milpitas High School - 200 students to participate in a band competition, at San Joaquin Delta College in Stockton, CA.  The group will leave on March 10, 2017 returning on the same day.  The group will use a district-approved bus




Attachments:
Field Trip - Various 8.23.16
14. BOARD COMMUNICATIONS/REQUESTS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
This part of the agenda provides School Board members the opportunity to report on their activities as elected representatives.  School Board members may request the placement of items in future Board agenda, relay information from the community, or request information from staff.  The student Board representative reports on school and student activities.

15. DATES OF FUTURE BOARD MEETINGS
Quick Summary / Abstract:

August 27, 2016 - Open Session:  8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Board Goal Setting and Self Evaluation Workshop with the California School Boards Association
Special Board Meeting - 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500

September 13, 2016 - Closed Session: TBD   Open Session: 7:00 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting - 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500

September 27, 2016 - Closed Session: TBD   Open Session: 7:00 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting - 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500

October  11, 2016- Closed Session: TBD   Open Session: 7:00 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting - 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., Board Room, Bldg. 500

October 25, 2016  - Open Session: TBD   
Special Meeting:  Joint meeting with San Jose/Evergreen Com
munity College District
Place:  TBD   

October 25, 2016- Closed Session: TBD   Open Session: 7:00 p.m.
Regular Board Meeting - Place:  TBD





16. ANNOUNCEMENTS/REMINDERS
17. ADJOURNMENT
Disability Information:
Individuals who require special accommodation should contact the Superintendent’s Office at (408) 635-2600 ext 6013 at least two business days before the meeting date. All disclosable public records related to an agenda item for discussion in open session of a regular meeting of the Board of Education and distributed to all or majority of the Board members less than 72 hours prior to that meeting, shall be made available for public inspection at the same time the writing is distributed to all or majority of the Board members. Any such writings will be made available for public inspection during business hours in the Superintendent’s Office Bldg. 100, 1331 East Calaveras Blvd., between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Barring technical difficulties, such writings will also be posted on the District’s web site at www.musd.org.

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