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Regular Board Meeting
Natomas USD
April 10, 2019 6:00PM
EDUCATION CENTER - BOARD ROOM 1901 Arena Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95834 Closed Session: 6:00 p.m. Open Session: 6:30 p.m.

I. OPEN SESSION
II. ROLL CALL
III. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION
IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: The Board of Trustees welcomes the public's participation at Board Meetings and has devoted time in the meeting for that purpose. The Board requests that you fill out a Public Comment card and turn it in to the Superintendent's Assistant. Your name will be called under the appropriate agenda item or Public Comment section of the agenda. Presentations from the public are limited to two (2) minutes regarding any item that is within the Board's subject matter jurisdiction. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. Please note that Government Code Section 54954.2(a) limits the ability of Board Members to respond to public comments. In addition, the Board may not take action on any item which is not on this agenda except as authorized by Government Code 54954.2.
V. CLOSED SESSION
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: There are a number of exceptions to the requirement that the public business is done in public. The Legislature has articulated these exceptions because of public necessity for confidentiality or because an open disclosure would violate the privacy rights of an employee or a pupil.  
V.a. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representative: Angela Herrera, Employee Organization: Natomas Teachers AssociationConfidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
V.b. Government Code Section 54962: Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 Q Confidential agenda item.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
VI. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
VII. ROLL CALL AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
IX. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
X. CELEBRATIONS
X.a. Allocation of Extra Measure L Campaign Funds to Support Our Schools
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angelique Ashby
Recommended Motion:
City Councilwoman Angelique Ashby will speak to how the extra Measure L campaign funds will be allocated. When Measure J passed, the extra campaign funds were used for individual scholarships for NUSD students. For Measure L, the extra campaign funds will be allocated to NUSD school sites to fund/help very specific events like Safe and Sober Grad Night.
XI. COMMUNICATIONS
XI.a. California School Employees Association (CSEA)
Speaker:
Pamela Rothwell, President
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Pamela Rothwell, President
XI.b. Natomas Teachers Association (NTA)
Speaker:
Brenda Borge, President
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Brenda Borge, President
XI.c. Student Board Member
XI.d. Board Members
XI.e. Superintendent's Report
XII. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: The Board of Trustees welcomes the public's participation at Board Meetings and has devoted time in the meeting for that purpose. The Board requests that you fill out a Public Comment card and turn it in to the Superintendent's Assistant. Your name will be called under the appropriate agenda item or Public Comment section of the agenda. Presentations from the public are limited to two (2) minutes regarding any item that is within the Board's subject matter jurisdiction. The Board shall limit the total time for public input on each item to 20 minutes. Please note that Government Code Section 54954.2(a) limits the ability of Board Members to respond to public comments. In addition, the Board may not take action on any item which is not on this agenda except as authorized by Government Code 54954.2.
XIII. CONSENT ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: Generally, routine items are approved by one motion without discussion. The Superintendent or Board member may request that an item be pulled from the Consent Agenda and voted on separately. In alignment with Board Bylaw 9322, the item shall be removed and given individual consideration for action as a regular agenda item.
XIII.a. Approve the Consent Calendar
XIII.b. Approve the March 13, 2019 Regular Board Meeting Minutes and the March 20, 2019 Special Board Meeting Minutes
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the March 13, 2019 Regular Board Meeting minutes and the March 20, 2019 Special Board Meeting minutes.
XIII.c. Approve the Personnel Items
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Rationale:

Administrative Resignations: Ann Veu, K-8 Principal, Effective: June 30, 2019; Oscar Garcia, K-8 Principal, Effective: June 30, 2019; Lauren Odell, Executive Director, Effective: June 30, 2019

Temporary Admin Intern New Hire: Frank Remedios, Admin Intern (High School Assistant Principal), .2 FTE (addition to 1.0 FTE teaching position), effective March 6, 2019 through June 30, 2019

Certificated New Hires: Jennifer Merritt, Teacher, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: March 14, 2019; Jeffrey Bailey, Teacher, Natomas High School, Effective: March 18, 2019

Temporary Certificated New Hires: Jennifer Brookover, Counselor, Discovery High School, Effective: March 11, 2019 to June 30, 2019

Certificated Resignations: Cheyenne Lyon, Teacher, Jefferson School, Effective: May 24, 2019; Jason Lloyd, School Psychologist, Effective: June 30, 2019

Unrepresented Specialists Retirement: Lynn Carr, Behavior Specialist, Effective: May 23, 2019

Classified New Hires: Martha Andrade, Instructional Assistant II, 6.5 hours, American Lakes School, Effective: March 1, 2019; Patrick Robinson, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: February 25, 2019; Channon Reed, Custodian, 8.0 hours, Education Center, Effective: March 4, 2019; Gloria Franklin, Food Services Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas High School, Effective: March 12, 2019; Chelsey Lara, Licensed Vocational Nurse, 7.0 hours, Effective: March 13, 2019;  Kirsten Casey, Speech-Language Pathology Assistant, 8.0 hours, Effective: April 1, 2019

Classified Transfers: Martha Manzo, Custodian, 8.0 hours, Education Center to Custodian 8.0 hours, Natomas High School, Effective: March 7, 2019; Martha Erlank, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Paso Verde School to Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Heron School, Effective: March, 19, 2019

Classified Resignations: Sylvia Gutierrez, Playground Assistant, 2.5 hours, Jefferson School, Effective: April 30, 2019; Michaela Williams, Playground Assistant, 2.5 hours, Heron School, Effective: March 4, 2019; Kristine Bryant, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: March 15, 2019; Autumn Hudson, Instructional Assistant III, 6.0 hours, District Wide, Effective: March 29, 2019; Brooke Lavell, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, American Lakes School, Effective: March 22, 2019

Classified Increase in Hours: Nudshour Yang, Bus Driver, 6.25 hours to 7.0 hours, Transportation Department, Effective: March 14, 2019

Classified Probationary Releases: Employee No. 7248, Effective: March 6, 2019; Employee No. 6734, Effective March 14, 2019; Employee No. 8428, Effective: March 18, 2019

Certificated Substitute New Hires: Lofong John Saelee, Effective: February 22, 2019; Haley Iversen, Effective: March 1, 2019; William Carson-Quevedo, Effective: March 1, 2019; Amanda Phillips, Effective: March 1, 2019; Joel Leong, Effective: March 5, 2019; Jason Medici, Effective: March 7, 2019; Carissa Aleman, Effective: March 8. 2019; Jessica Faust, Effective: March 11, 2019; Anthony Cochrane, Effective: March 11, 2019

Certificated Substitute Resignations: Mauricio Camarena, Effective: February 28, 2019; Regina Gemignani, Effective: March 11, 2019

Certificated Substitute Release: Employee No. 6455, Effective: March 11, 2019

Classified Substitute New Hires: Michelle Pascual, Effective: February 22, 2019, Gallia Mccann, Effective: March 6, 2019; Barbara Lopez, Effective: March 8, 2019; Raheim Hamilton, Effective: March 11, 2019; Omar Guevara Hermosillo, Effective: March 11, 2019

Classified Substitute Resignation: Syed Saleeha, Effective: March 11, 2019
 
XIII.d. Approve Payroll and Claims for February 2019
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Payroll and Claims for February 2019.
Rationale:
This item appears regularly and shows the total payroll and warrants issued. The individual funds’ warrant registers and expenditure summaries are attached.
 
Attachments:
February 2019 Fund Report
February 2019 Warrant Registers
XIII.e. Approve Acceptance of Donations as Submitted
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to accept donations as submitted.
Rationale:
The District strongly advocates educational partnerships. We appreciate and recognize the following individuals for being part of our team and thank them for their generosity. American Lakes School received an Amscope Dissecting Microscope valued at $300 from Bill Krause. Jefferson School received a $98 donation through the Wells Fargo Foundation Matching Gifts Program. Two Rivers Elementary School received games, puzzles, yarn and office supplies valued at $480 from Mychalene Black. Inderkum High School received a couch and studio set backdrops valued at $2,000 from KXTV-ABC10 Sacramento.
 
XIII.f. Approve the January 1, 2019 through March 31, 2019 Quarterly Williams Act Report
Speaker:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the January 1, 2019 through March 31, 2019 Quarterly Williams Act Report.
Rationale:
As a result of the Williams vs. State of California case in 2000, districts are required to report to the local county office of education: the overall condition of school facilities, the number of teacher misassignments and the availability of textbooks or instructional materials. Our district is required to submit quarterly reports to the Sacramento County Office of Education on the number of Williams Uniform Complaints filed with our District in the three areas previously listed. For the period of January 1, 2019 through March 31, 2019, there were no compliance issues in the following areas:
  • Sufficiency of textbooks
  • Emergency of school facilities issues
  • Vacancy or misassignments of teachers
 
XIII.g. Approve New Course Descriptions
Speaker:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to review and approve various new courses for our secondary school sites.
Rationale:

The Board is asked to approve new secondary school site courses. An in-depth description regarding each course is attached as part of this Board item. These courses may be offered at one or all secondary sites; however, course approval does not guarantee additional FTE or fund allocation. The following courses will be submitted to the Board for review and approval:

CTE:

Health Science Academy 

Elective

Pre-AP Visual Arts

English

Pre-AP English 1

Science

Pre-AP Biology
 
Attachments:
Health Science Academy New Course Approval
Pre-AP Biology New Course Approval
Pre-AP English 1 New Course Approval
Pre-AP Visual Arts New Course Approval
XIII.h. Approve the Sale and Disposal of Books, Equipment and Supplies
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the sale and disposal of books, equipment and supplies.
Rationale:
The items shown on the attached surplus list will be sold or disposed of per Board Policy 3270. Every effort is made to reuse "extra" books, equipment and supplies prior to recommending sale or disposal through Board action. The District contracts with Bay City Surplus who provides an auction model designed to assist districts with surplus disposal by finding buyers for valuable assets through the eBay marketplace. Bay City Surplus manages the auction process in compliance with Education Code and Board Policy. All items are currently stored at the District warehouse and yard.
 
Attachments:
Sale and Disposal List. April 10, 2019
XIII.i. Approve Agreement for DSA Inspection Services on the NHS Building and Construction Trades Building
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve an agreement for DSA Inspection Services on the NHS Building and Construction Trades Building.
Rationale:
Inspection services are required by the Division of the State Architect (DSA). The DSA inspector of record will monitor the installation of all materials and labor performed to assure it is in compliance with the DSA approved documents. This contract provides DSA inspection services for the installation of the modular building onto the building foundation. A.P Construction Services was contracted to perform DSA inspection services on sitework through a separate contract. A.P. Construction Services has provided a proposal in the amount of Thirty Six Thousand Five Hundred Fifty Dollars ($36,550) to perform the DSA Inspection services.
 
Attachments:
NHS Increment #2 Agreement
XIII.j. Approve Amendment # 1 to Agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Entitlement Assistance at the Paso Verde Permanent Campus
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Amendment # 1 to the agreement with AECOM Technical Services, Inc. for Entitlement Assistance at the Paso Verde permanent campus.
Rationale:
On August 23, 2017, an agreement with AECOM was approved for entitlement assistance with the County and City of Sacramento. AECOM has provided essential assistance during the planning process for the Paso Verde site. Ongoing assistance with City and County entitlements and permitting is anticipated throughout the course of the project. With the approval of Amendment #1, the project schedule is extended through December 31, 2020 and the agreement amount is increased by Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) to a total value of Seventy-Eight Thousand Nine Hundred Thirty-Five Dollars ($78,935).
 
Attachments:
Entitlement Asst Amendment
XIII.k. Approve Special Inspection Agreement for Paso Verde Permanent Site, Sitework, with Geocon Consultants, Inc.
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Special Inspection Agreement for the Paso Verde permanent site, Sitework, with Geocon Consultants, Inc.
Rationale:
Special inspection services are required by the Division of State Architect. The Paso Verde construction will occur in two phases, sitework and buildings. As part of the construction of sitework, a special inspector is required to test for compaction, utility connections and certification of pads. Geocon Consultants, Inc. has agreed to perform these services for the amount of One Hundred Forty Four Thousand Five Hundred Forty Dollars ($144,540).
 
Attachments:
Paso Verde Increment #1 Sitework Agreement
XIII.l. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2018-2019 Q
Speaker:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Shea Borges, Executive Director - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2018-2019 Q.
Rationale:
Student No. 2018-2019 Q violated the following Education Codes: 48900.4, 48900(a)(1), 48900(i) and 48900(k).
 
XIV. ACTION ITEMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: Formal action is required on each item which frequently includes discussion prior to the motion. Time is given for public comments.
XIV.a. Approve Resolution 19-09, Recognizing the Opportunity for the Most Diverse Board of Trustees in NUSD History Leading the Second Most Diverse School District in the Nation
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 19-09, recognizing the opportunity for the most diverse Board of Trustees in NUSD history leading the second most diverse school district in the nation.
Rationale:
This resolution recognizes the opportunity for the most diverse Board of Trustees in Natomas Unified history to lead the second most diverse school district in the nation. It recognizes facts and provides Trustees and staff with guidance and/or direction for continuing actions, taking new ones, and "modeling the way" for the broader Natomas Unified community and our students.
 
Attachments:
Resolution 19-09 Recognizing the opportunity for the most diverse Board of Trustees
XIV.b. Approve Resolution No. 19-10, Designating May 8, 2019 as Day of the Teacher
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 19-10, designating May 8, 2019 as Day of the Teacher.
Rationale:
The certificated employees of the Natomas Unified School District perform services which are vital to the educational process and are recognized in the attached resolution.
 
Attachments:
Resolution 19-10 re: Day of the Teacher
XIV.c. Approve Resolution No. 19-11, Designating May 19-25, 2019 as Classified School Employee Week
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Angela Herrera, Associate Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Board Resolution No. 19-11, designating May 19-25, 2019 as Classified School Employee Week.
Rationale:
The classified employees of the Natomas Unified School District perform services which are vital to the educational process and are recognized in the attached resolution.
 
Attachments:
Resolutions 19-11 - Classified School Employee Week
XIV.d. Approve Resolution No. 19-12, Designating May 8, 2019 as National School Nurse Day
Speaker:
Tom Anderson, Assistant Superintendent – Student Services and Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Tom Anderson, Assistant Superintendent - School Services and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Board Resolution No. 19-12, designating May 8, 2019 as National School Nurse Day.
Rationale:
The school nurses perform services which are vital to the educational process and are recognized in the attached resolution.
 
Attachments:
Resolution 19-12 Day of the Nurse
XIV.e. Approve Resolution No. 19-13, Reinforcing Current Policies on Non Discrimination in District Programs and Activities
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution 19-13, reinforcing current policies on non discrimination in district programs and activities.
Rationale:
This resolution focuses on reinforcing current policies on non discrimination in district programs and activities. In particular, it expresses the need for tolerance of the views of others and reinforces the expectation that there is not discrimination against anyone for a religious viewpoint or lack of a religious viewpoint.
 
Attachments:
Resolution 19-13, Reinforcing Current Policies in Non Discrimination is District Programs and Activities
XIV.f. Approve Agreement for New Market Drive Expansion with the City of Sacramento
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve an Agreement for expansion of New Market Drive with the City of Sacramento.
Rationale:
The City of Sacramento and Natomas Unified are partnering to expand New Market Drive at the intersection of Via Ingoglia. NUSD’s 2014 and 2017 Facilities Master Plans note that there are traffic and parking issues at Inderkum High School. An expansion of New Market Drive will significantly improve traffic at Inderkum High School as well as serve as access to the future joint use Aquatic and Community Center Complex. Potential future development of IHS facilities will also be served by the road expansion. The cost to the District is One Million Seven Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Six Dollars ($1,007,456). The agreement is subject to minor revisions. The City and Los Rios Community College will also enter into an agreement in which the cost to Los Rios Community College is One Million Seven Thousand Four Hundred Fifty Six Dollars ($1,007,456).
 
Attachments:
Joint Use Agreement for New Market Drive Expansion
XV. ADJOURNMENT

Published: April 5, 2019, 6:08 PM

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