Acton Agua Dulce Unified School District

School Board Meeting Minutes 3-23-00

PLACE AND DATE OF MEETING

Meadowlark School, 3015 W. Sacramento St., Acton, California, March 23, 2000

CALL TO ORDER

Mr. Duzick called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.

BOARD MEMBERS PRESENT

James Duzick, President

Mark Nielsen, Vice President

Steve Harbeson, Clerk

Martin Barofsky, Member

John Sisco, Member

ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION

The Board adjourned to Closed Session to discuss student, Personnel, Negotiations, and Student Matters at 6:31 p.m.

RETURN TO OPEN SESSION

The Board returned to Open Session at 7:40 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag led by Mr. Duzick

ADMINISTRATION PRESENT

Dr. Don Banderas, Superintendent

Steve Lorenze, Agua Dulce Principal

Jerry Watkins, High Desert Principal

Tracey Wegmann, Acton Principal

OTHER DISTRICT PERSONNEL

Paulette Buechner, Mike Lamb, Diana Ackley, M. Evelyn McElfresh, Jean Marie Curtiss, LaDonna Readmond, Monica Williams, Peggy Marrone

VISITORS

Joyce Burk, Stacey Nickels, Eleanor Braun, Kathy Wilmarth

ADOPT AGENDA

371. Motion that the March 23, 2000 agenda be approved as presented.

Moved by Mr. Harbeson

Seconded by Mr. Sisco

Motion carried (5/0)

CONSENT MOTION

372. Motion that the following items be approved by consent motion.

2.2 Approve the Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on March 9, 2000.

2.3 Approve Purchase Order Report #99-00.19.

2.4 Accept Warrant Register Report.

2.5 Approve Payment of Stipends.

2.6 Approve Requests to Use Facilities.

2.7 That the Board accept the resignation of Nicole Jones, Boys’ Varsity Volleyball Coach.

2.8 That the Board accept the Resignation of Michele Perez, Vasquez Office Clerk, effective March 29, 2000.

2.9 That the Board approve an agreement with the law firm of Liebert Cassidy.

Moved by Mr. Harbeson

Seconded by Mr. Barofsky

Motion carried (5/0)

CORRESPONDENCE/PROPOSALS/REPORTS

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

373. Report by the Superintendent

Dr. Banderas stated that he enjoyed the luncheon prepared by Gretchen Sandeen’s fourth grade class from Acton School. The class was transported to the central kitchen of the Santa Clarita Valley School Food Services Agency last month where the students had the opportunity to prepare lunch for their parents and other school officials. In this case, the students prepared a southwestern theme luncheon. The event was well attended and Dr. Banderas reported that the food was excellent.

On the subject of food, Dr. Banderas thanked the Meadowlark staff for the goodies delivered to the district lounge area for the classified staff. Each employee had his/her name on a bag, which was filled with a variety of goodies such as homemade cookies. The Acton staff will prepare a breakfast for the classified staff on March 30.

Dr. Banderas reported that he had visited two of Mr. Cieslik’s Vasquez senior classes where he made a presentation about the expectations of job market. His focus during the presentation was on the application and interview process. He also stated that he responded to a variety of questions ranging from the work world to specific aspects of the Vasquez campus development.

Dr. Banderas reported that the gym project was at a standstill. He indicated that the firm involved with the lease process has little experience working with schools and some difficulties arose related to wording of the contract. The attorneys are working out the details. He did indicate that the overall construction project was nearing completion. The field is prepared for hydroseeding and workmen are going through some detail cleanup work in other areas of the campus. Over spring break, while students are away from school, a thorough test of all alarm stations and electrical systems will be conducted.

Dr. Banderas again thanked the technology committee for its work on the tech plan for Meadowlark. He indicated that he will use the services of Osborn Architect to handle the contracting process in hopes that we can piggyback a bid rather than initiate the process ourselves. The goal is to have the project completed by Memorial Day.

PRINCIPAL AND STAFF REPORTS

374. Reports by Principals and Staff

Mr. Lamb, Vasquez High art and drama teacher, reported on a "Fall Art Show" and brought some art work for the Board to view. He also reported there will be two plays in the spring, "Some Like It Hot" and "The Breakfast Club."

EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS REPORTS

375. Reports by Employee Organizations

Mrs. Curtiss, AATA Co-President, complimented Mr. Lamb on the incredible work he gets from students. She announced that AATA has declared Impasse in regards to contract negotiations. She said that while many contract language issues have been resolved, AATA remains concerned that the district has made no compensation offer. Mrs. Curtiss indicated that she hoped the Board would make a decision.

CORRESPONDENCE TO BOARD

376. Correspondence to the Board

Mr. Duzick announced that he received a letter from LACOE regarding required follow up reports to the district’s audit.

REPORTS BY BOARD MEMBERS

377. Reports by Board Members

Mr. Harbeson reported that the attended a Saturday CORE curriculum meeting in Palmdale. He said it was very interesting and enlightening. Mr. Harbeson also reported that he met with Albert Chang from the County Traffic Division. The discussion centered on the possibility of installing stop signs on Sierra Highway at Red Rover. Dr. Banderas said that the county is continuing to study the stop signs and traffic patterns along Sierra Highway, Escondido Canyon Road, and Red Rover Mine Road.

Mr. Duzick reported on an Agua Dulce Town Council meeting where there was discussion pertaining to the widening of Agua Dulce Canyon Road along the playground.

Mr. Duzick said that "Make A Difference Day" was a success. He thanked the staff, and especially Tracey Wegmann for filling in for Jerry Watkins who was at a middle school conference, and Maurice Barnard. He also thanked Barbara Beaumont for organizing the day.

Mr. Barofsky reported on his visits to the K-8 campuses. At an earlier meeting, he had asked whether we were prepared as a district to meet some of the growth expectations established in the SAT-9 testing. He reported that he wanted to seek the answer on his own through the site visits. He said he was pleased with how well each site was addressing learning needs, especially with students in need of remediation. He said the staff was doing a super job and concluded his comments by saying "kudos to staff and administrators."

PUBLIC COMMENTS

378. Comments from the Public

Mr. Miller reported on the high school softball program. He thanked Mr. Sisco for his many hours of prepping the fields and presented him with a Vasquez shirt. The Varsity softball team placed second in a recent tournament.

BOARD DISCUSSION

379. Discussion by Board Members

In response to a question about the archeological findings on the Vasquez High School project, Mr. Duzick indicated that a completed report had not been received from Mr. Mark Campbell.

DISTRICT ORGANIZATION AND BOARD OPERATIONS

SECOND READING: REVISED BP 5116

380. The Board had a Second Reading of the revised Board Policy 5116: School Attendance Boundaries.

READING TO ELIMINATE BP 5116.1

381. The Board had a Second Reading regarding the elimination of Board Policy 5116.1: Intradistrict Open Enrollment.

READING TO ELIMINATE AR 5116.1

382. The Board had a Second Reading regarding the elimination of Administrative Regulation 5116.1: Enrollment Priorities.

SECOND READING: REVISED BP 5117

383. The Board had a Second Reading of revised Board Policy 5117: Interdistrict Attendance.

SECOND READING: REVISED AR 5117.1

384. The Board had a Second Reading of revised Administrative Regulation 5117.1: Interdistrict Attendance Agreement.

SECOND READING: ELIMINATE AR 5117.2

385. The Board had a Second Reading regarding the elimination of Administrative Regulation 5117.2: Alternative Interdistrict Attendance Program.

SECOND READING: NEW AR 5117.2

386. The Board had a Second Reading of proposed new language for Administrative Regulation 5117.2: Procedures for Interdistrict Permits.

INDISTRICT AGREEMENT WITH AVUHSD

387. Motion that the Board approve an Interdistrict Attendance Agreement with the Antelope Valley Union High School District from July 1, 2000 through June 30, 2004.

Moved by Mr. Nielsen

Seconded by Mr. Sisco

Motion carried (5/0)

BUSINESS AND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

RESOLUTION #99-00.11: TRANS

388. Motion that the Board adopt Resolution #99-00.11 in support of continued participation in the Los Angeles County Pooled Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes.

Moved by Mr. Barofsky

Seconded by Mr. Nielsen

Motion carried (5/0)

AUDIT SERVICES AGREEMENT

389. Motion that the Board approve a three-year agreement with the firm of Burkey, Cox, Evans & Manning to conduct our annual fiscal audit.

Moved by Mr. Barofsky

Seconded by Mr. Harbeson

Motion carried (5/0)

RESOLUTION #99-00.12: LEASE AGREEMENT

390. Motion that the Board adopt Resolution #99-00.12 to enter into a Lease Agreement with Class Leasing, Inc. for four Vasquez High School buildings described below.

One (1) 36 x 40 relocatable building to be used as the Art/Drama room

One (1) 48 x 40 relocatable building to be used as the Home Economics room

Two (2) 12 x 40 restroom/shower buildings which are attached to the boys and girls locker rooms

Moved by Mr. Harbeson

Seconded by Mr. Barofsky

Motion carried (5/0)

RESOLUTION #99-00.13: LEASE AGREEMENT

391. Motion that the Board adopt Resolution #99-00.13 to enter into a Lease Agreement with Williams Scotsman, Inc. for the Vasquez High School portable buildings described below:

Twelve (12) 24’ x 40’ classrooms

One (1) 12’ x 40’ restroom building

One (1) 12’ x 40’ office building

Moved by Mr. Harbeson

Seconded by Mr. Sisco

Motion carried (5/0)

AGREEMENT: TEAR-DOWN/TRANSPORT/SETUP AND DELIVER AND SETUP

392. Motion that the Board approve the agreement with Williams Scotsman, Inc. for tear-down/transport/setup delivery and setup of relocatable buildings on the Vasquez High School campus at a cost of $130,999.00.

Moved by Mr. Harbeson

Seconded by Mr. Nielsen

Motion carried (5/0)

RESOLUTION #99-00.14: TEMPORARY GYM

393. Motion that the Board adopt Resolution #99-00.14 for a lease agreement with Leasing Innovations for the Vasquez High School Temporary Gym.

Moved by Mr. Harbeson

Seconded by Mr. Sisco

Motion carried (5/0)

ACCEPT DONATIONS

394. Motion that the Board approve the acceptance of the donations listed below.

Moved by Mr. Harbeson

Seconded by Mr. Nielsen

Motion carried (5/0)

FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

395. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

1. Use of Facilities Rentals – Fee Structure
2. Discussion Item – Grant Writing
3. Mr. Weber report on Digital High School Grant and School-to-Work program

CALENDAR

396. CALENDAR

ADJOURNMENT

397. Motion that the Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees adjourn at 8:45 p.m., Thursday, March 23, 2000

Moved by Mr. Harbeson

Seconded by Mr. Sisco

Motion carried (5/0)

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