August 28, 2019 Board Meetings
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Items I - V - 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. Step III NTA Grievance Hearing Regarding Article XI – Transfer and
Reassignment
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Rocha, Natomas Teachers
Association
V.b. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representative: Angela
Herrera, Employee Organization: Natomas Teachers Association
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic
Officer
Items I - V
I. OPEN SESSIONII. 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. Step III NTA Grievance Hearing Regarding Article XI – Transfer and
Reassignment
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Rocha, Natomas Teachers
Association
V.b. Conference with Labor Negotiator-District Representative: Angela
Herrera, Employee Organization: Natomas Teachers Association
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic
Officer
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Items VI - VIII - VI. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
VII. ROLL CALL/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
Items VI - VIII
VI. RECONVENE OPEN SESSIONVII. ROLL CALL/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
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Item IX - APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Item IX
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA»
Item X - CELEBRATIONS
X.a. Student Board Member - Valerie Smalls
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
President Heredia will administer the Oath of Office to our new Student
Board Member, Valerie Smalls.
Item X
CELEBRATIONSX.a. Student Board Member - Valerie Smalls
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Recommended Motion:
President Heredia will administer the Oath of Office to our new Student
Board Member, Valerie Smalls.
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Item XI A - COMMUNICATIONS
Student Board Member
Item XI A
COMMUNICATIONSStudent Board Member
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Item XI B - Board Members
Item XI B
Board Members»
Item 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.
Item XII
PUBLIC COMMENTSQuick 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.
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Consent Agenda - 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 BB
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 Personnel Items
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Rationale:
Administrative Resignation: William Young, Deputy Superintendent,
Effective: August 30, 2019
Certificated New Hires: Lisa Penaska, Teacher, Inderkum High School,
Effective: August 1, 2019; Ayesha Noorani-Dara, Teacher, Inderkum High
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Cole Oliver, Teacher, Inderkum High
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Lucas Kephart, Teacher, Paso Verde
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Sonya Conner, Teacher, Bannon Creek
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Taylor Brandt, Teacher, H. Allen Hight
Elementary School, Effective: August 1, 2019; David Waters, Teacher,
Natomas Middle School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Elizabeth Hendrick,
Teacher, Inderkum High School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Evan May,
Teacher, Natomas High School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Erin Pressley,
Teacher, American Lakes School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Ashley
McLoughlin, Teacher, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August
1, 2019; Evelyn Smith, Teacher, Heron School, Effective: August 1, 2019;
Sarah Darling, Teacher, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective:
August 1, 2019; Madeline Koble, Teacher, Natomas Park Elementary
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Jaclyn Hilson, Teacher, Natomas Park
Elementary School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Julie Leporiere, Teacher,
Heron School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Brittany Valles, Teacher, Witter
Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Jessica Main,
Teacher, Bannon Creek School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Daniel Kantor,
Teacher, Discovery High School, Effective: August 7, 2019; Fernando
Salazar, Teacher, Jefferson School, Effective: August 8, 2019; Lynnice
Kantor, Teacher, Natomas Middle School, Effective: August 8, 2019; Gina
Alvaro, Teacher, American Lakes School, Effective: August 9, 2019
Certificated Resignation: Lamarkus Searcy, Teacher, Natomas High
School, Effective: August 30, 2019
District Intern Teacher: Geddy Throne, Intern Teacher (Special Education),
Inderkum High School, Effective: August 1, 2019
Classified New Hires: John Hubbard, Custodian, 8.0 hours, Natomas High
School, Effective: August 2, 2019; Ivanna Manalo, Instructional Assistant II,
6.0 hours, Natomas Park Elementary School, Effective: August 5, 2019;
Linzee Banks, Instructional Assistant II, 4.0 hours, American Lakes School,
Effective: August 5, 2019; Hina Tabassum, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5
hours, Jefferson School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Michelle Cooksey,
Health Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: August 5, 2019;
Angelica Johnson, Health Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Natomas Park Elementary
School, Effective: August 7, 2019; Hazel Castillo, Instructional Assistant II,
6.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 13, 2019;
Kenzie Whitlow, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, American Lakes
School, Effective: August 13, 2019
Classified Promotions: Sarah Moffatt, Instructional Assistant II, 6.83 hours,
Natomas Middle School to Instructional Assistant III, 6.0 hours, District
Wide, Effective: August 5, 2019; Unnatiben Tandel, Food Services
Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas High School to Food Services Assistant II,
6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Natasha Edwards,
Food Services Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep
Elementary School to Food Services Assistant III 7.5 hours, Two Rivers
Elementary School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Jose Balderas, Custodian
8.0 hours, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School to 8.0 hours,
Custodial Team Leader II, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School,
Effective: August 5, 2019
Classified Resignations: Debra Hunter, Instructional Assistant II, 6.7 hours,
Two Rivers Elementary School, Effective: May 27, 2019; Kyle Madrona,
Playground Assistant, 2.58 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School,
Effective: August 20, 2019; Aibonez Shelton-Johnson, Instructional
Assistant II, 6.5 hours, Natomas Charter School - Special Education,
Effective: May 27, 2019; Debra Crosson, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0
hours, Natomas High School, Effective: May 27, 2019; Denise Joyce,
Instructional Assistant II, 6.5 hours, Natomas High School, Effective: June
28, 2019; April McGee, Instructional Assistant II, 7.25 hours, Heron School,
Effective: May 27, 2019; Elimar Alvarado, Instructional Assistant II, 6.5
hours, Heron School, Effective: August 26, 2019
Classified Transfers: Jan Duran, Instructional Assistant II, 7.0 hours,
Natomas Charter School - Special Education to 7.0 hours, Two Rivers
Elementary School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Rayna Zurkic, Instructional
Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Natomas Charter School - Special Education to 6.0
hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Monifa
Parker, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Natomas Gateways Middle
School to 6.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 5,
2019; Dondrika McGee, Student Assistant 6.0 hours, H. Allen Hight
Elementary School to 6.0 hours, American Lakes School, Effective: August
5, 2019; Sheri Placencia, Student Assistant, 6.0 hours, Natomas Park
Elementary School to 6.75 hours, Leroy Greene Academy, Effective:
August 5, 2019; Isaac Smith Jr., Campus Safety Specialist II, 8.0 hours,
Natomas Gateways Middle School to 8.0 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary
School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Isabella Nelson, Instructional Assistant II,
6.5 hours, Heron School to 6.5 hours, American Lakes School, Effective:
August 5, 2019; Olga Valencia, Instructional Assistant II, 7.0 hours,
Natomas Charter School to Instructional Assistant II, 7.0 hours, Natomas
Middle School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Laura Letscher, Instructional
Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Bannon Creek School to Instructional Assistant I, 3.5
hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Stacy
Throop, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Bannon Creek School to
Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Heron School, Effective: August 5, 2019
Classified Retirement: Roland Sapigao, Custodial Team Leader II, 8.0
hours, Leroy Greene Academy, Effective: September 30, 2019
XIII.c. Approve Audit Services with James Marta & Company LLP for
Proposition 51 Funded Project Closeouts
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve an agreement for audit services with James
Marta & Company LLP for Proposition 51 funded project closeout services.
Rationale:
Projects that receive Proposition 51 funding are required to file an
expenditure package and formal audit to the Office of Public School
Construction within twelve months of receiving funding. These services
must be performed by an independent auditor hired by the District receiving
the Proposition 51 funds. James Marta & Company LLP has experience
with these services and is the current Bond Auditor for Natomas Unified.
Natomas Unified has received Proposition 51 funding for the NP3 new
building project. James Marta & Company has provided a proposal to
prepare the expenditure package and formal audit in the amount of Eleven
Thousand Dollars ($11,000.00).
Attachments:
Natomas USD SFP EL 2019
XIII.d. Approve Change Order No. 4 with BRCO Constructors, Inc. for the
Sitework of the Natomas High School 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 Change Order No. 4 with BRCO
Constructors, Inc. for sitework of the NHS Building and Construction Trades
building.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 4 added seven items to the contract with BRCO
Constructors, Inc. Change Order No. 4 is in the amount of Five Thousand
Eight Hundred Thirty-Nine Dollars and Eight Cents ($5,839.08). With the
addition of Change Order No. 4, the full contract value is One Million Ninety
Seven Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Five Dollars and Forty Cents
($1,097,465.40).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 4 BRCO
XIII.e. Approve Notice of Completion for the Installation of All Weather
Track Surfacing at Inderkum High School
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the installation of
all weather track surfacing at Inderkum High School.
Rationale:
On May 8, 2019 an agreement with Beynon Sports Surfaces, Inc. was
approved in the amount of Five Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Nine
Hundred Thirteen Dollars ($526,913.00). The contract included a Forty
Thousand Dollar ($40,000.00) owner controlled allowance. The allowance
was unused and the final contract value is Four Hundred Eighty-Six
Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen Dollars ($486,913.00). In order to close
out the contract and contract payments, a Notice of Completion must be
approved for this project. As required to begin the lien period, the Notice of
Completion will be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board
approval.
Attachments:
NOC Beynon
XIII.f. Approve Notice of Completion of Installation of Synthetic Turf Field
at Inderkum High School
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the installation of
synthetic turf field at Inderkum High School.
Rationale:
On May 8, 2019 an agreement with Fieldturf USA, Inc. was approved in the
amount of Eight Hundred Seven Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Four
Dollars ($807,464.00). The agreement included an owner controlled
allowance of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00), which
was used. There was one change order in the amount of One Hundred
Forty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven Dollars ($147,567.00).
The final contract value is Nine Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Thirty-One
Dollars ($955,031.00). In order to close out the contract and contract
payments, a Notice of Completion must be approved for this project. As
required to begin the lien period, the Notice of Completion will be filed with
the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
NOC Fieldturf
XIII.g. Approve Notice of Completion for Building and Construction
Trades Modular Building at Natomas High School
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the Building and
Construction Trades modular building at Natomas High School.
Rationale:
On September 12, 2018 an agreement was approved with Meehlies
Modular Buildings, Inc. in the amount of Two Million Nine Hundred
Thousand Dollars ($2,900,000.00) inclusive of a Fifty Thousand Dollar
($50,000.00) owner controlled allowance. Four thousand Two Hundred
Twenty-One Dollars and Ninety-One Cents ($4,221.91) of the allowance
was unused. The final contract value is Two Million Eight Hundred Ninety-
Five Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Eight Dollars and Nine Cents
($2,895,778.09). In order to close out the contract and contract payments, a
Notice of Completion must be approved for this project. As required to
begin the lien period, the Notice of Completion will be filed with the County
of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
LOAD NOC Meehlies
XIII.h. Approve Notice of Completion for the Natomas High School Dance
Room
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the Natomas
High School Dance Room.
Rationale:
On May 8, 2019 an agreement with Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. was
approved in the amount of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Eight
Hundred Eighty Dollars ($131,880.00), inclusive of a Fifteen Thousand
($15,000.00) owner controlled allowance, which was unused. The final
contract value is One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty
Dollars ($116,880.00). In order to close out the contract and contract
payments, a Notice of Completion must be approved for this project. As
required to begin the lien period, the Notice of Completion will be filed with
the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
NOC Dance Room
XIII.i. Ratify North Natomas Aquatic Center Complex Project Funding
Agreement with City of Sacramento
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to ratify the Aquatic Center Complex Project Funding
Agreement with the City of Sacramento.
Rationale:
The North Natomas Aquatic Center Complex Project Funding Agreement
commits the District to a not to exceed amount of $10.6 million towards the
Aquatic Center. The agreement commits the City to transfer a surplus
parcel of land located at Via Ignolia and New Market Drive to the District.
The agreement also outlines the timeline to develop a Joint Use Agreement
for shared use of the 50-meter pool area. Inderkum High School will use the
50-meter pool area for physical education and sports.
Attachments:
Signed Aquatic Complex Funding Agmt with City of Sac
XIII.j. Approve Contract with Capitol Speech for Speech and Language
Pathologists for Vacant Positions
Speaker:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent – Student Services and
Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent - Student Services and
Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the contract with Capitol Speech for Speech
and Language Pathologists vacant positions.
Rationale:
Capitol Speech is providing coverage for unfilled vacancies at American
Lakes School, Inderkum High School, and Natomas High School. The total
contact is $355,680.00 for the 2019-2020 school year.
XIII.k. Approve Contract with Maxim Healthcare for Resource Specialist
Teacher for Special Education
Speaker:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent – Student Services and
Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent - Student Services and
Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the contract with Maxim Health care to
cover teacher on leave of absence.
Rationale:
A special education teacher at Natomas High School is on a leave of
absence. Maxim Healthcare is providing coverage for the total of
$100,800.00 for the 2019-2020 school year.
Consent Agenda
CONSENT ITEMSQuick 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 BB
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 Personnel Items
Speaker:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Chief Academic Officer
Rationale:
Administrative Resignation: William Young, Deputy Superintendent,
Effective: August 30, 2019
Certificated New Hires: Lisa Penaska, Teacher, Inderkum High School,
Effective: August 1, 2019; Ayesha Noorani-Dara, Teacher, Inderkum High
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Cole Oliver, Teacher, Inderkum High
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Lucas Kephart, Teacher, Paso Verde
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Sonya Conner, Teacher, Bannon Creek
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Taylor Brandt, Teacher, H. Allen Hight
Elementary School, Effective: August 1, 2019; David Waters, Teacher,
Natomas Middle School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Elizabeth Hendrick,
Teacher, Inderkum High School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Evan May,
Teacher, Natomas High School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Erin Pressley,
Teacher, American Lakes School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Ashley
McLoughlin, Teacher, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August
1, 2019; Evelyn Smith, Teacher, Heron School, Effective: August 1, 2019;
Sarah Darling, Teacher, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective:
August 1, 2019; Madeline Koble, Teacher, Natomas Park Elementary
School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Jaclyn Hilson, Teacher, Natomas Park
Elementary School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Julie Leporiere, Teacher,
Heron School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Brittany Valles, Teacher, Witter
Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Jessica Main,
Teacher, Bannon Creek School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Daniel Kantor,
Teacher, Discovery High School, Effective: August 7, 2019; Fernando
Salazar, Teacher, Jefferson School, Effective: August 8, 2019; Lynnice
Kantor, Teacher, Natomas Middle School, Effective: August 8, 2019; Gina
Alvaro, Teacher, American Lakes School, Effective: August 9, 2019
Certificated Resignation: Lamarkus Searcy, Teacher, Natomas High
School, Effective: August 30, 2019
District Intern Teacher: Geddy Throne, Intern Teacher (Special Education),
Inderkum High School, Effective: August 1, 2019
Classified New Hires: John Hubbard, Custodian, 8.0 hours, Natomas High
School, Effective: August 2, 2019; Ivanna Manalo, Instructional Assistant II,
6.0 hours, Natomas Park Elementary School, Effective: August 5, 2019;
Linzee Banks, Instructional Assistant II, 4.0 hours, American Lakes School,
Effective: August 5, 2019; Hina Tabassum, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5
hours, Jefferson School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Michelle Cooksey,
Health Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: August 5, 2019;
Angelica Johnson, Health Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Natomas Park Elementary
School, Effective: August 7, 2019; Hazel Castillo, Instructional Assistant II,
6.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 13, 2019;
Kenzie Whitlow, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, American Lakes
School, Effective: August 13, 2019
Classified Promotions: Sarah Moffatt, Instructional Assistant II, 6.83 hours,
Natomas Middle School to Instructional Assistant III, 6.0 hours, District
Wide, Effective: August 5, 2019; Unnatiben Tandel, Food Services
Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas High School to Food Services Assistant II,
6.0 hours, Heron School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Natasha Edwards,
Food Services Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep
Elementary School to Food Services Assistant III 7.5 hours, Two Rivers
Elementary School, Effective: August 1, 2019; Jose Balderas, Custodian
8.0 hours, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School to 8.0 hours,
Custodial Team Leader II, Natomas Pacific Pathways Prep Middle School,
Effective: August 5, 2019
Classified Resignations: Debra Hunter, Instructional Assistant II, 6.7 hours,
Two Rivers Elementary School, Effective: May 27, 2019; Kyle Madrona,
Playground Assistant, 2.58 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School,
Effective: August 20, 2019; Aibonez Shelton-Johnson, Instructional
Assistant II, 6.5 hours, Natomas Charter School - Special Education,
Effective: May 27, 2019; Debra Crosson, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0
hours, Natomas High School, Effective: May 27, 2019; Denise Joyce,
Instructional Assistant II, 6.5 hours, Natomas High School, Effective: June
28, 2019; April McGee, Instructional Assistant II, 7.25 hours, Heron School,
Effective: May 27, 2019; Elimar Alvarado, Instructional Assistant II, 6.5
hours, Heron School, Effective: August 26, 2019
Classified Transfers: Jan Duran, Instructional Assistant II, 7.0 hours,
Natomas Charter School - Special Education to 7.0 hours, Two Rivers
Elementary School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Rayna Zurkic, Instructional
Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Natomas Charter School - Special Education to 6.0
hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Monifa
Parker, Instructional Assistant II, 6.0 hours, Natomas Gateways Middle
School to 6.0 hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 5,
2019; Dondrika McGee, Student Assistant 6.0 hours, H. Allen Hight
Elementary School to 6.0 hours, American Lakes School, Effective: August
5, 2019; Sheri Placencia, Student Assistant, 6.0 hours, Natomas Park
Elementary School to 6.75 hours, Leroy Greene Academy, Effective:
August 5, 2019; Isaac Smith Jr., Campus Safety Specialist II, 8.0 hours,
Natomas Gateways Middle School to 8.0 hours, H. Allen Hight Elementary
School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Isabella Nelson, Instructional Assistant II,
6.5 hours, Heron School to 6.5 hours, American Lakes School, Effective:
August 5, 2019; Olga Valencia, Instructional Assistant II, 7.0 hours,
Natomas Charter School to Instructional Assistant II, 7.0 hours, Natomas
Middle School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Laura Letscher, Instructional
Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Bannon Creek School to Instructional Assistant I, 3.5
hours, Witter Ranch Elementary School, Effective: August 5, 2019; Stacy
Throop, Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Bannon Creek School to
Instructional Assistant I, 3.5 hours, Heron School, Effective: August 5, 2019
Classified Retirement: Roland Sapigao, Custodial Team Leader II, 8.0
hours, Leroy Greene Academy, Effective: September 30, 2019
XIII.c. Approve Audit Services with James Marta & Company LLP for
Proposition 51 Funded Project Closeouts
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve an agreement for audit services with James
Marta & Company LLP for Proposition 51 funded project closeout services.
Rationale:
Projects that receive Proposition 51 funding are required to file an
expenditure package and formal audit to the Office of Public School
Construction within twelve months of receiving funding. These services
must be performed by an independent auditor hired by the District receiving
the Proposition 51 funds. James Marta & Company LLP has experience
with these services and is the current Bond Auditor for Natomas Unified.
Natomas Unified has received Proposition 51 funding for the NP3 new
building project. James Marta & Company has provided a proposal to
prepare the expenditure package and formal audit in the amount of Eleven
Thousand Dollars ($11,000.00).
Attachments:
Natomas USD SFP EL 2019
XIII.d. Approve Change Order No. 4 with BRCO Constructors, Inc. for the
Sitework of the Natomas High School 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 Change Order No. 4 with BRCO
Constructors, Inc. for sitework of the NHS Building and Construction Trades
building.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 4 added seven items to the contract with BRCO
Constructors, Inc. Change Order No. 4 is in the amount of Five Thousand
Eight Hundred Thirty-Nine Dollars and Eight Cents ($5,839.08). With the
addition of Change Order No. 4, the full contract value is One Million Ninety
Seven Thousand Four Hundred Sixty Five Dollars and Forty Cents
($1,097,465.40).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 4 BRCO
XIII.e. Approve Notice of Completion for the Installation of All Weather
Track Surfacing at Inderkum High School
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the installation of
all weather track surfacing at Inderkum High School.
Rationale:
On May 8, 2019 an agreement with Beynon Sports Surfaces, Inc. was
approved in the amount of Five Hundred Twenty-Six Thousand Nine
Hundred Thirteen Dollars ($526,913.00). The contract included a Forty
Thousand Dollar ($40,000.00) owner controlled allowance. The allowance
was unused and the final contract value is Four Hundred Eighty-Six
Thousand Nine Hundred Thirteen Dollars ($486,913.00). In order to close
out the contract and contract payments, a Notice of Completion must be
approved for this project. As required to begin the lien period, the Notice of
Completion will be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board
approval.
Attachments:
NOC Beynon
XIII.f. Approve Notice of Completion of Installation of Synthetic Turf Field
at Inderkum High School
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the installation of
synthetic turf field at Inderkum High School.
Rationale:
On May 8, 2019 an agreement with Fieldturf USA, Inc. was approved in the
amount of Eight Hundred Seven Thousand Four Hundred Sixty-Four
Dollars ($807,464.00). The agreement included an owner controlled
allowance of One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000.00), which
was used. There was one change order in the amount of One Hundred
Forty-Seven Thousand Five Hundred Sixty-Seven Dollars ($147,567.00).
The final contract value is Nine Hundred Fifty-Five Thousand Thirty-One
Dollars ($955,031.00). In order to close out the contract and contract
payments, a Notice of Completion must be approved for this project. As
required to begin the lien period, the Notice of Completion will be filed with
the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
NOC Fieldturf
XIII.g. Approve Notice of Completion for Building and Construction
Trades Modular Building at Natomas High School
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the Building and
Construction Trades modular building at Natomas High School.
Rationale:
On September 12, 2018 an agreement was approved with Meehlies
Modular Buildings, Inc. in the amount of Two Million Nine Hundred
Thousand Dollars ($2,900,000.00) inclusive of a Fifty Thousand Dollar
($50,000.00) owner controlled allowance. Four thousand Two Hundred
Twenty-One Dollars and Ninety-One Cents ($4,221.91) of the allowance
was unused. The final contract value is Two Million Eight Hundred Ninety-
Five Thousand Seven Hundred Seventy-Eight Dollars and Nine Cents
($2,895,778.09). In order to close out the contract and contract payments, a
Notice of Completion must be approved for this project. As required to
begin the lien period, the Notice of Completion will be filed with the County
of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
LOAD NOC Meehlies
XIII.h. Approve Notice of Completion for the Natomas High School Dance
Room
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the Natomas
High School Dance Room.
Rationale:
On May 8, 2019 an agreement with Roebbelen Contracting, Inc. was
approved in the amount of One Hundred Thirty-One Thousand Eight
Hundred Eighty Dollars ($131,880.00), inclusive of a Fifteen Thousand
($15,000.00) owner controlled allowance, which was unused. The final
contract value is One Hundred Sixteen Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty
Dollars ($116,880.00). In order to close out the contract and contract
payments, a Notice of Completion must be approved for this project. As
required to begin the lien period, the Notice of Completion will be filed with
the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
NOC Dance Room
XIII.i. Ratify North Natomas Aquatic Center Complex Project Funding
Agreement with City of Sacramento
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to ratify the Aquatic Center Complex Project Funding
Agreement with the City of Sacramento.
Rationale:
The North Natomas Aquatic Center Complex Project Funding Agreement
commits the District to a not to exceed amount of $10.6 million towards the
Aquatic Center. The agreement commits the City to transfer a surplus
parcel of land located at Via Ignolia and New Market Drive to the District.
The agreement also outlines the timeline to develop a Joint Use Agreement
for shared use of the 50-meter pool area. Inderkum High School will use the
50-meter pool area for physical education and sports.
Attachments:
Signed Aquatic Complex Funding Agmt with City of Sac
XIII.j. Approve Contract with Capitol Speech for Speech and Language
Pathologists for Vacant Positions
Speaker:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent – Student Services and
Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent - Student Services and
Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the contract with Capitol Speech for Speech
and Language Pathologists vacant positions.
Rationale:
Capitol Speech is providing coverage for unfilled vacancies at American
Lakes School, Inderkum High School, and Natomas High School. The total
contact is $355,680.00 for the 2019-2020 school year.
XIII.k. Approve Contract with Maxim Healthcare for Resource Specialist
Teacher for Special Education
Speaker:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent – Student Services and
Support
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent - Student Services and
Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the contract with Maxim Health care to
cover teacher on leave of absence.
Rationale:
A special education teacher at Natomas High School is on a leave of
absence. Maxim Healthcare is providing coverage for the total of
$100,800.00 for the 2019-2020 school year.
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Item XIV A - 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.
Approve Employment Agreement with Tom Anderson
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board will be asked to approve the employment agreement with Tom
Anderson.
Rationale:
This position is not new FTE to the Ed Center. Mr. Anderson will be
assuming new responsibilities as a Deputy Superintendent departs NUSD.
The Deputy Superintendent position will not be replaced.
Attachments:
Anderson, Tom Contract Amendment 8-28-19
Item XIV A
ACTION ITEMSQuick Summary / Abstract:
PROCEDURE: Formal action is required on each item which frequently includes
discussion prior to the motion. Time is given for public comments.
Approve Employment Agreement with Tom Anderson
Speaker:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board will be asked to approve the employment agreement with Tom
Anderson.
Rationale:
This position is not new FTE to the Ed Center. Mr. Anderson will be
assuming new responsibilities as a Deputy Superintendent departs NUSD.
The Deputy Superintendent position will not be replaced.
Attachments:
Anderson, Tom Contract Amendment 8-28-19
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Item XIV B - Approve Multi-Year Lease Agreement for East Commerce Way
Facility with PW Fund B, LP
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Multi-Year Lease Agreement for the
East Commerce Way facility with PW Fund B, LP (Buzz Oates
Management Services).
Rationale:
The attached lease agreement between PW Fund, B, LP (Buzz Oates
Management Services) and Natomas USD will commence October 1, 2020
and allows the District to lease a non-district facility to serve students for 5
years. The facility located at 4400 East Commerce Way has been used by
the District since 2007 serving students from Natomas Charter, Westlake
Charter and NP3 Charter schools over the years.
Attachments:
4400 E Commerce Lease Agreement (Buzz Oates)
Item XIV B
Approve Multi-Year Lease Agreement for East Commerce WayFacility with PW Fund B, LP
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Multi-Year Lease Agreement for the
East Commerce Way facility with PW Fund B, LP (Buzz Oates
Management Services).
Rationale:
The attached lease agreement between PW Fund, B, LP (Buzz Oates
Management Services) and Natomas USD will commence October 1, 2020
and allows the District to lease a non-district facility to serve students for 5
years. The facility located at 4400 East Commerce Way has been used by
the District since 2007 serving students from Natomas Charter, Westlake
Charter and NP3 Charter schools over the years.
Attachments:
4400 E Commerce Lease Agreement (Buzz Oates)
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Item XIV C - Approve Second Amendment to Exhibit A to the Facilities Lease
with The Boldt Company for the Paso Verde K-8 Project
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Second Amendment to Exhibit A to the
Facilities Lease with The Boldt Company for the Paso Verde K-8 project.
Rationale:
On September 13, 2017 the Board of Trustees awarded Site/Facilities
Leases with The Boldt Company for the Paso Verde K-8 project. It was
stated in the Facilities Lease that at such time DSA approval was obtained
and a price and schedule were finalized with the contractor, an amendment
to the contract would be brought to the Board for review and approval. The
First Amendment was approved by the Board on March 27, 2019, in the
amount of Five Million Three Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Five Hundred
Ninety-Nine Dollars ($5,391,599.00). The Second Amendment scope of
work received DSA approval on June 18, 2019. This scope of work includes
DSA #02-117125 approved plans, the off-site improvement package and
ASI 002. The Guaranteed Maximum Price is in the amount of Fifty-Four
Million Eight Hundred and Thirty-Three Thousand, Three Hundred and Four
Dollars ($54,833,304.00), inclusive of a One Million Three Hundred Sixty-
Six Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Two Dollar ($1,366,642.00) contingency
and a Two Million One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollar ($2,150,000.00)
owner controlled allowance. The owner controlled allowance will cover
additions to the scope of work and unknown scope of utility work, roof
canopy work, the connection to Egret Park and Builder’s Risk Insurance.
Attachments:
ASI 002
Facilities Lease - Paso Verde School Site
Paso Verde Off-Site Plans
Second Amendment to the Facilities Lease Paso Verde
Site Lease - Paso Verde School Site
Item XIV C
Approve Second Amendment to Exhibit A to the Facilities Leasewith The Boldt Company for the Paso Verde K-8 Project
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Second Amendment to Exhibit A to the
Facilities Lease with The Boldt Company for the Paso Verde K-8 project.
Rationale:
On September 13, 2017 the Board of Trustees awarded Site/Facilities
Leases with The Boldt Company for the Paso Verde K-8 project. It was
stated in the Facilities Lease that at such time DSA approval was obtained
and a price and schedule were finalized with the contractor, an amendment
to the contract would be brought to the Board for review and approval. The
First Amendment was approved by the Board on March 27, 2019, in the
amount of Five Million Three Hundred Ninety-One Thousand Five Hundred
Ninety-Nine Dollars ($5,391,599.00). The Second Amendment scope of
work received DSA approval on June 18, 2019. This scope of work includes
DSA #02-117125 approved plans, the off-site improvement package and
ASI 002. The Guaranteed Maximum Price is in the amount of Fifty-Four
Million Eight Hundred and Thirty-Three Thousand, Three Hundred and Four
Dollars ($54,833,304.00), inclusive of a One Million Three Hundred Sixty-
Six Thousand Six Hundred Forty-Two Dollar ($1,366,642.00) contingency
and a Two Million One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollar ($2,150,000.00)
owner controlled allowance. The owner controlled allowance will cover
additions to the scope of work and unknown scope of utility work, roof
canopy work, the connection to Egret Park and Builder’s Risk Insurance.
Attachments:
ASI 002
Facilities Lease - Paso Verde School Site
Paso Verde Off-Site Plans
Second Amendment to the Facilities Lease Paso Verde
Site Lease - Paso Verde School Site
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Item XIV D - Ratify Access Road and Utility Easement Agreements for Paso
Verde K-8 School Permanent Site
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to ratify the Access Road and Utility Easement
Agreements for the Paso Verde K-8 permanent site.
Rationale:
Easement agreements for the main access road, secondary access road
and utilities were required with neighboring property owner for access to the
Paso Verde K-8 permanent site. There are two easement agreements,
Access Road and Utility Systems Easement Agreement and Main Access
Road Easement Agreement. Both agreements were signed by the
collective parties on August 1, 2019.
Attachments:
Signed Access Road & Utility Easement Agreement
Signed Main Access Road Easement Agreement
Item XIV D
Ratify Access Road and Utility Easement Agreements for PasoVerde K-8 School Permanent Site
Speaker:
Javetta Cleveland, Deputy Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Superintendent Recommends Approval Javetta Cleveland, Deputy
Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to ratify the Access Road and Utility Easement
Agreements for the Paso Verde K-8 permanent site.
Rationale:
Easement agreements for the main access road, secondary access road
and utilities were required with neighboring property owner for access to the
Paso Verde K-8 permanent site. There are two easement agreements,
Access Road and Utility Systems Easement Agreement and Main Access
Road Easement Agreement. Both agreements were signed by the
collective parties on August 1, 2019.
Attachments:
Signed Access Road & Utility Easement Agreement
Signed Main Access Road Easement Agreement
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Item XV - PRESENTATIONS
a. Start of Schools Update - Part 3
Speaker:
Doug Orr - Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Rationale:
The review being presented will include the actions implemented for the
successful start of the 2019-20 school year and the operational plans for
the remainder of the year.
Item XV
PRESENTATIONSa. Start of Schools Update - Part 3
Speaker:
Doug Orr - Associate Superintendent
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent
Rationale:
The review being presented will include the actions implemented for the
successful start of the 2019-20 school year and the operational plans for
the remainder of the year.
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Items XVI & XVII - XVI. STUDY SESSION
XVI.a. Student Services and Support: Year of Vision, Part 1
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent - Student Services and
Support Josh Harris, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and
Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to receive information regarding the year of vision for
Student Services and Support.
Rationale:
After becoming its own single-district SELPA, during the 2019-2020 school
year NUSD will gather input from stakeholder groups regarding enhancing
programs and services (Year of Vision). Information gathered during this
time will be used to develop the Natomas Unified SELPA's Strategic Plan.
This presentation gives an overview of special education, NUSD data about
students and programs, and next steps to take for the Year of Vision.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
Items XVI & XVII
XVI. STUDY SESSIONXVI.a. Student Services and Support: Year of Vision, Part 1
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Tom Anderson, Acting Associate Superintendent - Student Services and
Support Josh Harris, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and
Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to receive information regarding the year of vision for
Student Services and Support.
Rationale:
After becoming its own single-district SELPA, during the 2019-2020 school
year NUSD will gather input from stakeholder groups regarding enhancing
programs and services (Year of Vision). Information gathered during this
time will be used to develop the Natomas Unified SELPA's Strategic Plan.
This presentation gives an overview of special education, NUSD data about
students and programs, and next steps to take for the Year of Vision.
XVII. ADJOURNMENT
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