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BOARD OF TRUSTEES ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL & REGULAR MEETING
Aromas San Juan USD
December 15, 2021 6:00PM
CLOSED SESSION: 6:00 P.M. OPEN SESSION: 7:00 P.M. via Teleconference pursuant to State Assembly Bill 361 Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86024377575?pwd=eDR2NzlHUUoyOWtCbXRrTjN0dzFsdz09

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. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION
3. ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
4. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
4.1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(c)) - One Case
4.2. Conference with Labor Negotiator (Government Code 54957.6) Agency Negotiator: Superintendent Aromas/San Juan Teachers Association (CTA/NEA)
4.3. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code Section 54957[b]) *Superintendent Evaluation
4.4. Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code Section 54957[b]) *Superintendent Goal Setting
5. RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION (7:00 P.M.)
6. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
7. PUBLIC/VISITOR 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.
8. 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.

9. 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.
10. REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
10.1. Consideration and Action on Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(c)) - One Case
10.2. Consideration and Action on Conference with Labor Negotiator (Government Code 54957.6) Agency Negotiator: Superintendent Aromas/San Juan Teachers Association (CTA/NEA)
10.3. Consideration and Action on Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code Section 54957[b]) *Superintendent Evaluation
10.4. Consideration and Action on Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code Section 54957[b]) *Superintendent Goal Setting
11. ANNUAL ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING
11.1. Election of Board President - Pursuant to Education Code Section 35143
11.2. Election of Board Clerk - Pursuant to Education Code Section 35143
11.3. Approval of 2022 Board Meeting Calendar
Attachments:
2022 Proposed Board Meeting Calendar
11.4. Appoint Secretary to the Board of Trustees - Pursuant to Education Code Section 35025
11.5. Appoint Voting Representative for County Committee on School District Organization Election - Pursuant to Education Code Section 35023
11.6. Appoint Trustees to Community Schools Foundation
11.7. Appoint Trustee Representatives to Board Committees
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Per Board Bylaw 9100, Annual Organization Meeting, the Board of Trustees shall hold an annual organizational meeting within the time limits prescribed by law.  At this meeting, the Board shall appoint representatives to Board committees.
Attachments:
Board Committees 12.15.21
12. REPORTS
12.1. Student Trustee
12.2. Certificated and Classified Unions
12.3. Administration
12.3.1. San Juan Board Report
Attachments:
San Juan Board Report
12.3.2. Aromas Board Report
Attachments:
Aromas Board Report
12.4. Board Committees
12.5. Board Reports and Comments
12.6. Superintendent
13. INFORMATION/DISCUSSION ITEMS
13.1. Discussion and review of Approval of the 2020-21 Audit Report and Measure M Bond Report
Rationale:

Education Code §41020.3 requires that each governing board will review the annual audit at a regularly scheduled public meeting. The 2020-21 Audit Report was prepared and submitted by the independent certified public accounting firm of Nigro & Nigro.

The annual audit provides inspection of all district funds and recommendations are offered to school districts to assist them in complying with generally accepted accounting principles. The opinion of the auditor is that the financial statements of the District present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the District as of June 30, 2021.  This report indicates that the District conformed to all audit requirements and there were no substantive instances of noncompliance with state and federal programs.

The report is available for public inspection in the Business Office.

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

Substantiation of District fiscal condition. Stable financial conditions in support favorable District bond ratings, resulting in savings in total bond costs and other financing instruments.

 
Financial Impact:


Attachments:
2020-21 Audit Report
2020-21 Bond Report
13.2. Special Education Update (Michelle Croucher)
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Staff will present an update on the Special Education program at ASJUSD per the Governing Board's request. This update will include the period July 1, 2021 through December 3, 2021.
14. CONSENT AGENDA
Rationale:
All items appearing on the Consent Agenda are recommended action(s) that are considered to be routine and will be acted upon as one motion. Specific items may be removed for separate consideration. Any items removed will be considered immediately after the Consent Agenda motion.
 
14.1. Consideration and Approval of Minutes
14.1.1. Board of Trustees Regular Meeting, November 10, 2021 Minutes
Attachments:
Board Meeting Minutes from 11.10.21
14.2. Consideration and Approval of Miscellaneous Items
14.2.1. Enrollment - November 2021
Attachments:
Enrollment as of November 30, 2021
14.2.2. MOU between Alliant Int'l Univ. Inc. and Aromas-San Juan USD
Attachments:
Alliant University and ASJUSD MOU
14.3. Consideration and Approval of Financial Items
14.3.1. District Warrant Report November 2021
Attachments:
Warrant Report
14.3.2. Consideration and Action on Approval of Change Orders – A Plus Roofing
Rationale:

A Plus Roofing is working on the gutter repair at Anzar High School. Change Order #1 is required to install new gutters on two buildings which were believed to only need minor repairs at the time the project was bid. 

Original contract price

$ 154,800

Change Order #1

15,000

Revised contract price

$ 169,800


 
Quick Summary / Abstract:
We have a change order for the work that A Plus Painting is doing on the gutters at Anzar High.  When we first put the job out to bid, buildings 100 and 300 appeared to be in good shape.  When we cleaned the gutters and pressure washed them, we found rust and holes.  Therefore, we are submitting this change order from A Plus Painting.  They will fix as they finish the work at the school.
Financial Impact:

Change orders are within the budget for this Measure M project.

Attachments:
Change Order
14.3.3. Resolution 2122-28 Authorize District Signatories in the State of California's CAL-Card Program
Attachments:
Resolution 2122-28 CAL-Card Signatories
14.3.4. Resolution 2122-29 Authorization of District Signatories for District Bank Accounts
Attachments:
Resolution 2122-29 Bank Signatories
14.3.5. Resolution 2122-31 District Representatives to JPA
Attachments:
Resolution No. 2122-31 District Representatives to JPA
14.3.6. California State Preschool Program Continued Funding
Attachments:
California Civil Rights Laws Certification
California State Preschool Program Continued Funding
14.4. Consideration and Approval of Personnel Items
14.4.1. Certificated New Hires
14.4.1.1. Moran, Maria, 1.0 FTE, Chemistry Teacher, effective 11.29.2021
14.4.2. Certificated Substitutes
14.4.2.1. Rayburn, Craig, Aromas Site, effective 11.18.2021
14.4.2.2. Geiger, Jessica, All Sites effective 12.6.2021
14.4.3. Certificated Management Separations
14.4.3.1. Mata, Jorge, 1.0 FTE, School Psychologist, Resignation, effective 12.17.2021
14.4.4. Classified New Hires
14.4.4.1. Castaneda, Ruben, 1.0 FTE, Custodian, All sites, effective 12.6.2021
14.4.5. Classified Separations
14.4.5.1. Clark, Della, 0.75 FTE, Instructional Paraprofessional, Resignation, effective 1.7.2022
14.4.6. Retirement
14.4.6.1. Zuniga, Robert, 0.1875 FTE, Preschool Custodian, Retirement, effective 12.17.2021
14.5. Consideration and Approval of Resolution 2122-27 AB361
Attachments:
Resolution 2122-27 AB361
14.6. Out of State Travel - Colorado for mandatory Link Crew training per Board Policy 3350
15. ACTION ITEMS
15.1. Consideration and Action on Approval of the 2021-22 1st Interim Report and Resolution #2122-30 Budget Appropriation Transfers
Rationale:

In compliance with the provisions of Education Code §1240, 42130 and 42131, the Board of Education is presented with the First Interim Report in order to conduct a review of the budget and to certify the District’s ability to meet its financial obligations.  This report covers the accounting period from July 1, 2021 through October 31, 2021.

The interim report consists of analysis of the following components of the District’s General Fund financial statements:

  • 2021-22 1st Interim Report
  • Projected Average Daily Attendance
  • Multi-Year Projections
  • Cash Flow Projections

The report is available for public inspection in the Business Office.

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

 
Financial Impact:

Maintain financial stability through positive budget certifications

Attachments:
1st Interim Report
Resolution for budget transfers
15.2. Adoption of Educator Effectiveness Grant
Attachments:
Educator Effectiveness Block Grant Plan
16. RECOMMENDATIONS FOR FUTURE MEETINGS
17. UPCOMING MEETING DATE(S)
Quick Summary / Abstract:

January Board Meeting - TBD

February Board Retreat - TBD

February Board Meeting - TBD

18. FEEDBACK BY MEETING OBSERVER - Oren Beske
19. ADJOURNMENT

Published: December 11, 2021, 8:31 AM

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