September 28, 2016 Board Meetings
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Items VI - X - VI. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION
VII. ROLL CALL/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
IX. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
X. CELEBRATIONS
X.a. Authorization of the Middle Year Programme (MYP) at Inderkum High School and Natomas Middle School and the Primary Year Programme (PYP) at H. Allen Hight Elementary - IB World School Recognition
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to participate in a celebration for the authorization of the Middle Year Programme (MYP) at Inderkum High School and Natomas Middle School and the Primary Year Programme (PYP) at H. Allen Hight Elementary as part of the IB World School program.
Rationale:
In January, Inderkum High School and Natomas Middle School received authorization for the IB Middle Years Programme for students in grades 6-10. In April, H. Allen Hight received authorization for the IB Primary Years Programme for students TK-5.
Natomas Unified is the first district in the region to offer IB from TK-12, allowing our students access to the internationally renowned Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme.
We are honored to be recognizing the hard work, dedication, and commitment of the parents, staff, students, and community members who made the designation a reality.
Items VI - X
VI. RECONVENE OPEN SESSIONVII. ROLL CALL/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
VIII. ANNOUNCEMENT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
IX. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
X. CELEBRATIONS
X.a. Authorization of the Middle Year Programme (MYP) at Inderkum High School and Natomas Middle School and the Primary Year Programme (PYP) at H. Allen Hight Elementary - IB World School Recognition
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Angela Herrera, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to participate in a celebration for the authorization of the Middle Year Programme (MYP) at Inderkum High School and Natomas Middle School and the Primary Year Programme (PYP) at H. Allen Hight Elementary as part of the IB World School program.
Rationale:
In January, Inderkum High School and Natomas Middle School received authorization for the IB Middle Years Programme for students in grades 6-10. In April, H. Allen Hight received authorization for the IB Primary Years Programme for students TK-5.
Natomas Unified is the first district in the region to offer IB from TK-12, allowing our students access to the internationally renowned Primary Years Programme, Middle Years Programme, and Diploma Programme.
We are honored to be recognizing the hard work, dedication, and commitment of the parents, staff, students, and community members who made the designation a reality.
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Item XI - COMMUNICATIONS
XI.a. Board Members
XI.b. Superintendent’s Report
Item XI
COMMUNICATIONSXI.a. Board Members
XI.b. Superintendent’s Report
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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 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.
XIII.a. Approve the Consent Calendar
XIII.b. Approve the August 24, 2016 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the August 24, 2016 Regular Board Meeting minutes.
XIII.c. Approve Notice of Completion for Exterior Light Replacements at Bannon Creek Elementary
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the exterior light replacements at Bannon Creek Elementary School.
Rationale:
On July 20, 2016 a contract with ReGreen, Inc. was approved for exterior light replacements at Bannon Creek Elementary School. The contract amount was Forty Thousand Two Hundred Seventy Nine Dollars and
Twenty Six Cents ($40,279.26). Work was fully completed on September 2, 2016. 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 must be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
Notice of Completion Exterior Light Replacements BCE
XIII.d. Approve Notice of Completion for Emergency Repair Work at Witter Ranch Elementary School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for emergency repair
work at Witter Ranch Elementary School.
Rationale:
On August 3, 2016 a contract with McGuire and Hester was approved to provide emergency concrete repair work at Witter Ranch Elementary School. The contract amount was Thirty Five Thousand Dollars ($35,000).
Work was fully completed on August 8, 2016. 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 must be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
Notice of Completion Emergency Repair Work WRE
XIII.e. Approve Notice of Completion for Soffit Repairs at Natomas Charter School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for soffit repairs at Natomas Charter School.
Rationale:
On June 22, 2016 a contract with TPA Construction, Inc. was approved for soffit repairs at Natomas Charter School. The final contract amount was One Hundred Fifty Seven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty Four Dollars ($157,224), inclusive of a Twelve Thousand Four Hundred One Dollar and Ninety Eight Cent ($12,401.98) change order. Work was fully completed on August 8, 2016. 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 must be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
Notice of Completion Soffit Repairs NCS
XIII.f. Approve Change Order No. 2 with Archer Building Company for Library Upgrades at Two Rivers Elementary School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Change Order No. 2 with Archer Building Company for the Library Upgrades at Two Rivers Elementary School.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 2 with Archer Building Company for the Library Upgrades at Two Rivers Elementary School revised two contract items in an additive change order in the amount of Three Thousand One Hundred
Forty Five Dollars and Seventy Two Cents ($3,145.72) (2.33% of the construction contract).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 2 Archer Building Company TRE Library Upgrades
XIII.g. Approve Change Order No. 1 with McGuire and Hester for the Interim Relocatable Classroom at Leroy Greene Academy
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Change Order No. 1 with McGuire and Hester for the Interim Relocatable Classroom at Leroy Greene Academy.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 1 with McGuire and Hester for the Interim Relocatable Classroom revised one contract item resulting in an additive change order in the amount of Five Hundred Seventy Dollars and Sixty Three Cents ($570.63) (less than ½ % of the construction contract).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 1 McGuire and Hester LGA
XIII.h. Approve Change Order No. 6 with Landmark Construction for Natomas Charter School STAR Academy
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Change Order No. 6 with Landmark Construction for the Natomas Charter School STAR Academy.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 6 with Landmark Construction for the STAR Academy revised fifteen (15) contract items resulting in an additive change order in the amount of Sixty Thousand One Hundred Eighty Eight Dollars and Ninety Two Cents ($60,188.92) (less than ½ % of the construction contract).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 6 Landmark Construction NCS STAR Academy
XIII.i. Approved Stipulated Expulsion No. 2016-2017 A
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Cecil Duke, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and Safety
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2016-2017 A.
Rationale:
Student No. 2016-2017 A violated the following Education Codes: 48900(c) and 48900(d).
XIII.j. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2016-2017 B
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Cecil Duke, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and Safety
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2016-2017 B.
Rationale:
Student No. 2016-2017 B violated the following Education Codes: 48900(c) and 48900(d).
XIII.k. Approve Student Expulsion No. 2016-2017 C
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Cecil Duke, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and Safety
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Student Expulsion No. 2016-2017 C.
Rationale:
Student 2016-2017 C violated the following Education Codes: 48900(c) and 48900(d).
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.
XIII.a. Approve the Consent Calendar
XIII.b. Approve the August 24, 2016 Regular Board Meeting Minutes
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Chris Evans, Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the August 24, 2016 Regular Board Meeting minutes.
XIII.c. Approve Notice of Completion for Exterior Light Replacements at Bannon Creek Elementary
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for the exterior light replacements at Bannon Creek Elementary School.
Rationale:
On July 20, 2016 a contract with ReGreen, Inc. was approved for exterior light replacements at Bannon Creek Elementary School. The contract amount was Forty Thousand Two Hundred Seventy Nine Dollars and
Twenty Six Cents ($40,279.26). Work was fully completed on September 2, 2016. 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 must be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
Notice of Completion Exterior Light Replacements BCE
XIII.d. Approve Notice of Completion for Emergency Repair Work at Witter Ranch Elementary School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for emergency repair
work at Witter Ranch Elementary School.
Rationale:
On August 3, 2016 a contract with McGuire and Hester was approved to provide emergency concrete repair work at Witter Ranch Elementary School. The contract amount was Thirty Five Thousand Dollars ($35,000).
Work was fully completed on August 8, 2016. 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 must be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
Notice of Completion Emergency Repair Work WRE
XIII.e. Approve Notice of Completion for Soffit Repairs at Natomas Charter School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve a Notice of Completion for soffit repairs at Natomas Charter School.
Rationale:
On June 22, 2016 a contract with TPA Construction, Inc. was approved for soffit repairs at Natomas Charter School. The final contract amount was One Hundred Fifty Seven Thousand Two Hundred Twenty Four Dollars ($157,224), inclusive of a Twelve Thousand Four Hundred One Dollar and Ninety Eight Cent ($12,401.98) change order. Work was fully completed on August 8, 2016. 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 must be filed with the County of Sacramento post Board approval.
Attachments:
Notice of Completion Soffit Repairs NCS
XIII.f. Approve Change Order No. 2 with Archer Building Company for Library Upgrades at Two Rivers Elementary School
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Change Order No. 2 with Archer Building Company for the Library Upgrades at Two Rivers Elementary School.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 2 with Archer Building Company for the Library Upgrades at Two Rivers Elementary School revised two contract items in an additive change order in the amount of Three Thousand One Hundred
Forty Five Dollars and Seventy Two Cents ($3,145.72) (2.33% of the construction contract).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 2 Archer Building Company TRE Library Upgrades
XIII.g. Approve Change Order No. 1 with McGuire and Hester for the Interim Relocatable Classroom at Leroy Greene Academy
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Change Order No. 1 with McGuire and Hester for the Interim Relocatable Classroom at Leroy Greene Academy.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 1 with McGuire and Hester for the Interim Relocatable Classroom revised one contract item resulting in an additive change order in the amount of Five Hundred Seventy Dollars and Sixty Three Cents ($570.63) (less than ½ % of the construction contract).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 1 McGuire and Hester LGA
XIII.h. Approve Change Order No. 6 with Landmark Construction for Natomas Charter School STAR Academy
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mark Covington, Executive Director - Facilities and Strategic Planning
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Change Order No. 6 with Landmark Construction for the Natomas Charter School STAR Academy.
Rationale:
Change Order No. 6 with Landmark Construction for the STAR Academy revised fifteen (15) contract items resulting in an additive change order in the amount of Sixty Thousand One Hundred Eighty Eight Dollars and Ninety Two Cents ($60,188.92) (less than ½ % of the construction contract).
Attachments:
Change Order No. 6 Landmark Construction NCS STAR Academy
XIII.i. Approved Stipulated Expulsion No. 2016-2017 A
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Cecil Duke, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and Safety
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2016-2017 A.
Rationale:
Student No. 2016-2017 A violated the following Education Codes: 48900(c) and 48900(d).
XIII.j. Approve Stipulated Expulsion No. 2016-2017 B
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Cecil Duke, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and Safety
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Stipulated Expulsion Agreement for Student No. 2016-2017 B.
Rationale:
Student No. 2016-2017 B violated the following Education Codes: 48900(c) and 48900(d).
XIII.k. Approve Student Expulsion No. 2016-2017 C
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Cecil Duke, Assistant Superintendent - Student Services and Safety
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Student Expulsion No. 2016-2017 C.
Rationale:
Student 2016-2017 C violated the following Education Codes: 48900(c) and 48900(d).
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Item XIV - PUBLIC HEARING
XIV.a. Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to hold a Public Hearing on the sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials for 2016-17.
Rationale:
School Leadership and Support will provide information regarding the sufficiency of K-12 textbooks and instructional materials for 2016-17, Natomas community members and Natomas Unified School Districts
employees will be able to give input regarding the sufficiency of K-12 textbooks and instructional materials for the 2016-17 school year prior to a recommendation of actions on Resolution No. 16-22.
Item XIV
PUBLIC HEARINGXIV.a. Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to hold a Public Hearing on the sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials for 2016-17.
Rationale:
School Leadership and Support will provide information regarding the sufficiency of K-12 textbooks and instructional materials for 2016-17, Natomas community members and Natomas Unified School Districts
employees will be able to give input regarding the sufficiency of K-12 textbooks and instructional materials for the 2016-17 school year prior to a recommendation of actions on Resolution No. 16-22.
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Items XV & XVI - 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.
XV.a. Approve Resolution No. 16-22 regarding the Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 16-22 regarding the Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials.
Rationale:
A public hearing was held to provide an opportunity to comment on the sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials for each K-12 student.
In grades K-6, sufficiency of materials includes the following content areas:
Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science and Foreign Language. In Grades 7-8, sufficiency of materials includes the following content areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science, Foreign Language, and Health. In Grades 9-12, sufficiency of
materials includes the following content areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science, Foreign Language, Health, and Science Lab equipment. The term "sufficient textbooks" has been defined in California Education Code 60119 as each student, including English Learners, has standards
aligned textbooks or instructional materials or both to use in class and to take home; this does not require two sets of materials. These textbooks and instructional materials must be consistent with the content cycles of curriculum frameworks adopted by the State Board of Education. This resolution attests that the District has fulfilled all prescriptions required by Education Code 60119. With approval of this resolution, the District will be eligible to receive any funds appropriated in the annual Budget Act.
Attachments:
Resolution 16-22
XV.b. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Health and Life Organization, Inc. (HALO)
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Health and Life Organization, Inc. (HALO).
Rationale:
Health and Life Organization (HALO), also known as Sacramento Community Clinic is a federally qualified health center (FQAC) and successfully operates community health clinics throughout the Sacramento
area in a non-discriminatory and cost-effective manner, serving the underserved population. HALO and the District share a vision to partner in providing qualified District students with safe and appropriate educational opportunities in the health and medical fields; and provide valuable services
to the community by allowing HALO to operate healthcare services using the existing B. Teri Burns Health Clinic. The attached MOU was approved by the HALO Board on September 19, 2016.
Attachments:
MOU - NUSD and Health and Life Organization (HALO)
XV.c. Approve Agreement with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. for Construction Management Services
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve an agreement with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. for Construction Management Services.
Rationale:
As Natomas Unified grows and with the lifting of the building moratorium just over a year ago, a series of constructions projects have been completed, are underway and in the planning stages to support the
expansion of District programs to make our schools even better. Thanks to community support and the passage of the Measure D and Measure J school facilities bonds, implementing school facility needs identified in the Facilities Master Plan over the next 15 years is well underway. Staff determined that additional project and construction monitoring support are needed. The construction management services agreement with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. is attached and includes costs associated
with each identified project. As applicable, Measure D, Measure J and Developer Fees will be used to fund this contract.
Attachments:
Vanir Construction Management, Inc. Agreement Sept 2016
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
Items XV & XVI
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.
XV.a. Approve Resolution No. 16-22 regarding the Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Kristen Coates, Assistant Superintendent - School Leadership and Support
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve Resolution No. 16-22 regarding the Sufficiency of K-12 Textbooks and Instructional Materials.
Rationale:
A public hearing was held to provide an opportunity to comment on the sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials for each K-12 student.
In grades K-6, sufficiency of materials includes the following content areas:
Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science and Foreign Language. In Grades 7-8, sufficiency of materials includes the following content areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science, Foreign Language, and Health. In Grades 9-12, sufficiency of
materials includes the following content areas: Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, History/Social Science, Foreign Language, Health, and Science Lab equipment. The term "sufficient textbooks" has been defined in California Education Code 60119 as each student, including English Learners, has standards
aligned textbooks or instructional materials or both to use in class and to take home; this does not require two sets of materials. These textbooks and instructional materials must be consistent with the content cycles of curriculum frameworks adopted by the State Board of Education. This resolution attests that the District has fulfilled all prescriptions required by Education Code 60119. With approval of this resolution, the District will be eligible to receive any funds appropriated in the annual Budget Act.
Attachments:
Resolution 16-22
XV.b. Approve Memorandum of Understanding with Health and Life Organization, Inc. (HALO)
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Health and Life Organization, Inc. (HALO).
Rationale:
Health and Life Organization (HALO), also known as Sacramento Community Clinic is a federally qualified health center (FQAC) and successfully operates community health clinics throughout the Sacramento
area in a non-discriminatory and cost-effective manner, serving the underserved population. HALO and the District share a vision to partner in providing qualified District students with safe and appropriate educational opportunities in the health and medical fields; and provide valuable services
to the community by allowing HALO to operate healthcare services using the existing B. Teri Burns Health Clinic. The attached MOU was approved by the HALO Board on September 19, 2016.
Attachments:
MOU - NUSD and Health and Life Organization (HALO)
XV.c. Approve Agreement with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. for Construction Management Services
Quick Summary / Abstract:
William Young, Deputy Superintendent
Recommended Motion:
The Board is asked to approve an agreement with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. for Construction Management Services.
Rationale:
As Natomas Unified grows and with the lifting of the building moratorium just over a year ago, a series of constructions projects have been completed, are underway and in the planning stages to support the
expansion of District programs to make our schools even better. Thanks to community support and the passage of the Measure D and Measure J school facilities bonds, implementing school facility needs identified in the Facilities Master Plan over the next 15 years is well underway. Staff determined that additional project and construction monitoring support are needed. The construction management services agreement with Vanir Construction Management, Inc. is attached and includes costs associated
with each identified project. As applicable, Measure D, Measure J and Developer Fees will be used to fund this contract.
Attachments:
Vanir Construction Management, Inc. Agreement Sept 2016
XVI. ADJOURNMENT
