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Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees
Los Altos ESD
September 10, 2018 7:00PM
District Office Board Room 201 Covington Road, Los Altos Closed Session - 5:30 PM -- Open Session - 7:00 PM

A. CALL TO ORDER
B. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Anyone wishing to address the Board of Trustees regarding the closed session agenda may do so at this time.
C. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSIONConfidential agenda item.
C.1. Conference with Real Property NegotiatorsConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Property: Approximately 9.57 gross acres comprising all or portions of APNs: 148-22-009, 148-22-010, 148-22-012, 148-22-013, and 148-22-011 Agency Negotiators: Jeffrey Baier, Superintendent and Randall Kenyon, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services Negotiating Parties: Los Altos School District and San Antonio Center II LLC Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment (Discussion)
C.2. Anticipated LitigationConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation. Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2)(3)(two cases). (Discussion)
D. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
D.1. Pledge of Allegiance
D.2. Agenda Approval
D.3. Closed Session Report
D.4. Superintendent's Update
E. CONSENT
Quick Summary / Abstract:
All matters listed under Consent are considered to be routine and will be approved in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is required, items may be removed for separate consideration.
E.1. Minutes of the August 29, 2018 Regular Meeting
Attachments:
A. Board Minutes - 08/29/18
B. Board Minutes - 08/29/18 (Approved)
E.2. Purchase Orders
Attachments:
A. Purchase Orders
E.3. Resolution #18/19-01, Adopting the Gann Limit
Attachments:
A. Resolution #18/19-01
B. Gann Limit Background
E.4. Resolution #18/19-02, Single Subject Teaching Credential
Attachments:
A. Resolution #18/19-02
E.5. Resolution #18/19-03, Multiple Subject Teaching Credential
Attachments:
A. Resolution #18/19-03
E.6. Denial of Interdistrict Transfer Request 18/19-09, Does Not Meet Criteria of BP/AR 5117
Attachments:
A. Interdistrict Transfer Denial
E.7. Personnel Actions
Attachments:
A. Personnel Actions
F. EMPLOYEE REQUESTS TO ADDRESS THE BOARD
F.1. Mr. Ricky Hu, Los Altos Teachers Association
F.2. Mrs. Suzanne Lowe, California School Employees Association
G. COMMUNITY COMMENTS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
This time is reserved for citizens and employees to address the board on items that are not on the agenda. Community members wishing to address the board are allotted up to three (3) minutes per speaker. The board and administration welcome this opportunity to listen; however, the board is not permitted to discuss or take action on non-agenda items, except to instruct the superintendent to review the matter further, report back to the board at a subsequent meeting or place the matter on a future agenda. The board may make a brief comment or ask clarifying questions. (Government Code section 54954.2)
H. ACTION/DISCUSSION ITEMS
H.1. Summer School Report
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mrs. McGonagle will report on the 2018 LASD summer school programs. (Mrs. McGonagle) [20 minutes - Discussion]
Attachments:
A. Presentation - Summer School
H.2. ThoughtExchange Final Report
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Los Altos School District engaged with Thoughtexchange to gather additional community thoughts regarding the use of a tenth school site. This information will be considered by the Board of Trustees along with input from previous community groups from the past several years. (Mr. Baier) [45 minutes - Discussion]
Attachments:
A. Presentation - 10th Site Community Input Update
B. Presentation - ThoughtExchange Final Report
H.3. 10th Site Task Force Final Report
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Los Altos School District engaged with Manny Barbara of Silicon Valley Education Foundation to facilitate our Tenth Site Task Force. The goal was to provide an analysis and recommendation for the use of an additional school site. This information will be considered by the Board of Trustees along with input from previous community groups from the past several years. (Mr. Baier) [45 minutes - Discussion]
Attachments:
A. Presentation - 10th Site Task Force Final Report
B. 10th Site Task Force Final Report
C. All Options - Plus/Delta
D. All Options - Impacts
E. Background Information
F. Enrollment Growth Task Force Final Report
G. Facilities Advisory Committee Final Report
H. LASD Strategy Engine Project
I. Facilities Master Plan Committee Interim Report
J. Demographic Findings
K. Ethnic Make-Up of LASD and BCS
L. Master Facility Planning Direction
M. New Housing and Its Impacts on Housing
N. The Century Foundation - School Integration
O. Requested Data - 8/27/18 Meeting
H.4. Financial Update
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mr. Kenyon will present the 2017-18 unaudited revenue and expenditures for approval. (Mr. Kenyon) [15 minutes - Action]
Attachments:
A. Presentation - Financial Update
B. 2017-18 Unaudited Actuals
H.5. Annual Developer Fee Report
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mr. Kenyon will review last year's expenditure of developer fees. (Mr. Kenyon) [10 minutes - Discussion]
Attachments:
A. Developer Fee Report
H.6. Consideration of Approval of Findings Regarding Joint Use Agreements; Consideration of Approval and Renewal of Joint Use Agreements
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Board of Trustees will consider approving the findings and renewal of lease agreements with 5 childcare providers. (Mr. Kenyon) [10 minutes - Action]
Rationale:
The District has Joint Use Agreements with various preschools and childcare providers at each of the District's elementary schools. The Joint Use Agreements for: (1) Los Altos Parent Preschool (Covington); (2) KU Champions (Covington); (3) Children's House (Gardner Bullis); (4) Abracadabra (Springer); and (5) KU Champions (Santa Rita) are up for renewal. Prior to approving/renewing the Joint Use Agreements, the Board of Trustees will consider approving the following findings: The proposed Joint Use Agreements and Amendments to Joint Use Agreements will not: (a)interfere with the educational program or activities of any District school or class conducted on the property; (b)unduly disrupt the residents of the surrounding neighborhood; and (c)jeopardize the safety of the children at the property.
 
Attachments:
A. Los Altos Parent Preschool (Covington)
B. KU Champions (Covington)
C. Children's House (Gardner Bullis)
D. Abracadabra (Springer)
E. KU Champions (Santa Rita)
H.7. Resolution #18/19-04, Opposing Measure C
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The Board of Trustees will consider approving a resolution in opposition of Measure C, Voter Approval for Changes to Parks, Open Space, and Public Land. (Mr. Baier) [5 minutes - Action]
Attachments:
A. Resolution #18/19-04
I. BOARD AND ADMINISTRATION COMMENTS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
This time is for the administration and board to report on non-agenda items such as committee reports, school activities, legislation and future agendas.
J. ADJOURN
K. AGENDA ITEMS FOR FUTURE REGULAR BOARD MEETINGS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
• Public Hearing: Textbook Certification
Disability Information:
Individuals with disabilities attending this meeting who are in need of special accommodations should call the Superintendent’s Office (650-947-1152) at least two days prior to the meeting date to make special arrangements.

Published: September 7, 2018, 4:50 PM

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