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Special Board Meeting
Aromas San Juan USD
September 29, 2021 6:30PM
AGENDA AROMAS-SAN JUAN UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF TRUSTEES SPECIAL MEETING Thursday, September 29, 2021 REGULAR SESSION: 6:30 p.m. via Teleconference pursuant to State of California Executive Orders N-29-30 and N-33-20 Join Webinar at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89040832468?pwd=UEYzRHNFYXoxdGN6OFQwWjJEMWRtQT09

Mission Statement:
Mission: In partnership with our families and culturally rich community, Aromas-San Juan Unified School District empowers students to be self-directed learners, effective communicators, and global critical thinkers. We achieve academic success through real-world problem solving, learning to learn, and habits of mind. Vision: Commitment to equity and excellence
1. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
Quick Summary / Abstract:
The ASJUSD Board of Trustees welcomes you to our meeting. The Board of Trustees may not engage in in-depth discussion regarding public comments on non-agenda items per California law. Therefore, you are encouraged to contact the Superintendent and/or Trustees prior to board meetings to answer questions or discuss issues (contact information is located at www.asjusd.k12.ca.us). Personnel matters and pending litigation may not be discussed during public comments. You are welcome to offer public comments at designated times during meetings. Speakers are limited to 3 minutes each with a 15 minute per item limit. Comments may be offered on non-agenda items during General Public Comments and/or on agenda items, after the Board President opens public comment and before board discussion/deliberation begins. In all instances, please complete a Public Comment Request Card and give it to the Executive Assistant.
4. APPROVAL AND ORDER OF AGENDA
Quick Summary / Abstract:

Items coming to the District's attention after the agenda was posted may be presented by members of the Governing Board and the Administration upon determination by a majority vote that an emergency exists.

Any changes in the order of the agenda must be presented at this time, including changes concerning the Consent Agenda.

5. BOARD NORMS
Quick Summary / Abstract:
In order to make meetings positive and productive experiences for all, we make the following collective commitments to each other. -We will start and end meetings on time as published in the agendas. -We will prepare for meetings by researching topics and asking questions in advance. -We will stay on topic. -We will refrain from emailing and text messaging during meeting. -We will trust the expertise of District employees in implementing the mission and board policy. -We will treat everyone in a respectful and fair manner and be open-minded to all points of view. -We will not interrupt while others are speaking or monopolize a discussion. -We will request information in a non-interrogating manner. -We will create an environment where communication is accessible and audible for all. -We will collectively support the authority of the Board as a whole, not as individuals.
6. CONSENT AGENDA
6.1. Consideration and Approval of Financial Items
6.1.1. Consideration and Action on Approval of Various Contracts
Rationale:

It is recommended to the Board of Trustees to approve the contracts as presented.

Contracts in excess of $50,000 are presented to the Board for approval. Contracts less than $50,000 are presented to the Board for ratification. 

This item aligns with Board Goal 1 – Provide students with quality educational instruction and curriculum.

 
Attachments:
Contract Services Action Report
6.2. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ITEMS
Rationale:

 It is recommended to the Board of Trustees to approve the contracts as presented


 PERSONNEL INVOLVEMENT AND MONITORING: Ariane Zamudio, Director of Human Resources

 
6.2.1. CLASSIFIED SEPARATIONS
Rationale:
  • Orozco, Carolina, Instructional Paraprofessional - Preschool, Mi Escuelita, 4.0 hrs/day, Resignation date 9.7.2021
  • Meza, Krystal, Preschool Master Teacher, Mi Escuelita, 5.0 hrs/day, Resignation date 9.22.2021
 
6.2.2. CLASSIFIED NEW HIRES
Rationale:
  • Levesque, Kate, Executive Assistant to the Superintendent, District Office, 8.0 hrs/day, effective 9.9.2021
  • Ponce, Lucy, Yard Duty Supervisor, San Juan School, 1.5 hrs/day, effective 8.16.2021
  • Ramirez, Evangelina “Angie”, Yard Duty Supervisor, San Juan School, 3.25 hrs/day, effective 9.23.2021
  • Prado, Paulina, Technology Support Intern, District Office, 4.0 hrs/day, effective 10.4.2021
 
6.2.3. CLASSIFIED RETIREMENTS
Rationale:

CLASSIFIED RETIREMENT

• Pensotti, Pippa, Student Service Supervisor, District Office, 8.0 hours effective 10.8.2021.

 
7. ACTION ITEMS
7.1. PUBLIC HEARING - SUFFICIENCY OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR 2021-2022
7.1.1. Call to Order
7.1.2. Public Comments
7.1.3. Adjourn Public Hearing
7.1.4. Consideration and Action on Approval of Resolution #2122-16 Sufficiency of Instructional Materials in K-8 Schools
Rationale:
The Pubic Hearing is to determine the sufficiency of textbooks/instructional materials for the District. Based on the attached textbook inventory, both K-8 school sites have sufficient materials to operate the District's structural programs and comply with code requirements.
 
Financial Impact:
No fiscal impact related to this item.
Attachments:
Aromas Textbook Sufficiency Inventory
Resolution #2122-16
San Juan Textbook Sufficiency Inventory 2021-2022
7.1.5. Consideration and Action on Approval of Resolution #2122-17 Sufficiency of Instructional Materials in High School
Rationale:
This Public Hearing is to determine the sufficiency of textbooks/instructional materials for the District. Based on the attached inventory sheets, Anzar High School (grades 9-12) has sufficient materials to operate the District's structural program and comply with code requirements.
 
Financial Impact:
No fiscal impact related to this item.
Attachments:
Anzar Textbook Sufficiency 2021-2022
Resolution #2122-17
7.2. Consideration and Action on Approval of Mower Purchase
Rationale:

The District has one, large profile, riding mower that is used to mow all district fields on a weekly basis.  This mower was purchase five years ago, currently has 4,000 hours on it and is down on a regular basis for maintenance.  Recently it was down for an entire month for an electrical problem

After researching replacement mowers from various companies, staff is proposing to purchase the same model, new from Turf Star.  The purchase will be for a new mower which will ensure that only regular maintenance will be needed for the first several years.  Authorization on this purchase now will result in delivery in approximately March, in time for spring field work.

This purchase aligns with Board Goal 3 - Ensure safe, fair, and respectful environments.

 
Financial Impact:

$79,975 from one-time unrestricted funding.

8. ADJOURNMENT

Published: September 24, 2021, 4:59 PM

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