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REGULAR MEETING of the GOVERNING BOARD
Sulphur Springs Union School District
October 25, 2017 at 7 P.M.
Mint Canyon Community School
16400 Sierra Highway Canyon Country, CA 91351
661-252-2570

I. CALL TO ORDER
II. ROLL CALL
II.A. Governing Board Members and Staff Members

Quick Summary / Abstract:
Mrs. Shelley Weinstein, President
Mr. Ken Chase, Clerk
Mr. Denis DeFigueiredo, Member
Mrs. Lori MacDonald, Member
Dr. Kerry Clegg, MemberDr. Catherine Kawaguchi, Superintendent
Mrs. Kathy Harris, Assistant Superintendent, Instructional Services
Mrs. Michele Gookins, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services
Mr. Josh Randall, Assistant Superintendent, Personnel/Pupil Services
Ms. Marie Carrillo, District Executive Secretary
III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

Quick Summary / Abstract:
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V. APPROVAL OF MINUTES 

Quick Summary / Abstract:
V.A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the October 11, 2017 REGULAR MEETING 

Quick Summary / Abstract:
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Attachments:
Regular Meeting Minutes Oct. 11
V.B. APPROVAL OF MINUTES of the October 18, 2017 SPECIAL MEETING 

Quick Summary / Abstract:
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Attachments:
Special Meeting Minutes Oct. 18
VI. HEARING SESSION
VI.A. Advance Request(s) to Address the Board
VI.B. Comments and/or Questions Regarding Agenda Items
VI.C. School Site Presentation: Mint Canyon Community School
VII. CONSENT CALENDAR
VII.A. Removal of items from Consent Calendar

Quick Summary / Abstract:
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VII.B. Approval of Consent Calendar

Quick Summary / Abstract:
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VII.C. Conference Action Report #17-18

Quick Summary / Abstract:
(Requests to attend and/or ratifications regarding workshops, conferences, and seminars. Any items submitted following the publication of the agenda will be included in an addendum.)
Attachments:
Conference Action Report #17-18
VII.D. Field Trip Action Report # 17-14

Quick Summary / Abstract:
(Requests to go on field trips not contained within the Board-approved Field Trip List. Any items submitted following the publication of the agenda will be included in an addendum.)
Attachments:
Field Trip #17-14
VII.E. Gift Action Report # 17-17

Quick Summary / Abstract:
(Donations of cash or other items which are intended to enhance the educational program. Any items submitted following the publication of the agenda will be included in an addendum.)
Attachments:
Gift Action # 17-17
VII.F. Personnel Action Report #17-20

Quick Summary / Abstract:
(Certificated and/or classified hiring, transfers, and resignations. Any items submitted following the publication of the agenda will be included in an addendum.)
Attachments:
Personnel Action Report #17-20
VII.G. License Agreement – Santa Clarita Valley YMCA 

Rationale:
The YMCA provides before and/or after-school care for students. This agreement facilitates the location of these programs.
Recommended Motion:
It is recommended that the Board of Trustees Approve the License Agreement.
Financial Impact:
None.
Attachments:
YMCA License Agreement
VII.H. Request for a Home Teacher #109305

Rationale:
A child in our district has a condition, which will require home teaching until June 14, 2018, beginning October 16, 2017.  Geneen Caskey has been recommended to provide home teaching.
Recommended Motion:
Approve the home teaching request.
VII.I. Civil Engineering Services for Temporary Construction at Pinetree Community School

Rationale:
The Sulphur Springs Union School District is in need to consult with JT Engineering to perform engineering services to prepare a plan for temporary access for the “lay down” area from the street onto the school campus. In addition, JT Engineering will conduct a field survey to mark the corners of the new administration building and mark electrical lines.
Recommended Motion:
It is recommended to the Board of Trustees to approve the contract as submitted.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
Financial Impact:
Measure CK Funds
Attachments:
Public Civil Engineering Services
VII.J. Child Development Contract Amendment – 2017-18

Rationale:
CDE has amended the Child Development Contract CSPP-7255 that the Board of Trustees approved on June 8, 2017.

This amendment includes:

1.  an increase of revenues for the State Preschool Program for the 2017-18 school  year.

*         Increase of maximum reimbursable amount from $598,898 to $677,078 for the state preschool budget for the 2017-18 school year.

*        The Maximum Rate per child day of enrollment payable pursuant to the provisions of the agreement shall be amended by deleting reference to $40.45 and inserting $45.73 in place thereof.

Recommended Motion:
Recommend the Board of Trustees approve the amended Child Development Contract for the 2017-18 school year.
Financial Impact:
Increase of maximum reimbursable amount from $598,898 to $677,078 for the state preschool budget for the 2017-18 school year.
Attachments:
Child Development Contract Amendment-2017-18
VII.K. Approval of Agreement with Stephen G. White for Appraisal Services related to CFD 2006-1

Rationale:
Appraisal services are needed to determine the District’s ability to issue bonds from CFD 2006-1.
Recommended Motion:
The District has directed the Finance Team to work towards a potential bond sale to be supported by Mello-Roos tax revenues from CFD 2006-1. The District intends to use the proceeds to reimburse Pardee Homes for certain facilities costs that they had advanced. The Team has correspondingly commenced initial proceedings towards a bond sale.

One key step in the issuance of bonds supported by the tax revenues from a similar CFD is the valuation of properties within the CFD, which is typically completed by a third-party appraiser. This provides information about the value of the property securing the bonds that investors may wish to purchase. On that basis, the District has secured a proposal from an appraiser that is familiar with the area and is available to complete the work within the next 60 days. The cost of the appraisal is estimated at $18,000, and Pardee Homes has agreed to fund this cost.

The Team is also working to establish other required parameters for the bond sale. Once a structure is established and the appraisal is complete, the Team will bring bond issuance documents to the Board for their consideration at a future meeting.

Quick Summary / Abstract:
Financial Impact:
Restricted Developer Fees $18,000
Attachments:
Appraisal Agreement CFD 2006-1
VII.L. Items removed from Consent Calendar

Quick Summary / Abstract:
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VIII. CONFERENCE CALENDAR
VIII.A. PFMG Solar Presentation

Rationale:
The Board of Trustees will be presented an update by PFMG Staff on the impact of the first year of operation of the Solar Energy System. The presentation will provide a summary of the system installed, solar usage compared to estimated usage, and cost savings for the first year.
VIII.B. Update on Division of State Architects (DSA) Close-outs Status

Rationale:
District staff will provide the Board with an update on the status of the Division of State Architects (DSA) Close-outs of District projects.
VIII.C. First Reading: Board Policy and Administrative Regulation 1330 – Community Relations

Rationale:
First reading of proposed updated Board Policy 1330.
Attachments:
AR 1330
BP 1330
Current AR1330
Current BP1330
IX. ACTION CALENDAR
IX.A. Business Services Report #18-08

Recommended Motion:
It is recommended that the Board of Trustees approve the Business Services Report.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
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Attachments:
PO Listing
Warrant Listing
IX.B. License Agreement – Sunshine Day Camp, Inc. at Pinetree

Rationale:
The Sunshine Day Camp, Inc. provides before and/or after-school care for students. This agreement facilitates the location of these programs.
Recommended Motion:
It is recommended that the Board of Trustees Approve the License Agreement.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
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Attachments:
Sunshine License Pinetree
IX.C. Board Policy 4117.2

Rationale:
This change in board policy updates language to the current CSBA sample policy.
Recommended Motion:
Approve Board Policy 4117.2 as submitted.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
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Attachments:
Current BP 4117.2
Proposed BP 4117.2
IX.D. Board Policy 4217.2 

Rationale:
This change in board policy updates language to the current CSBA sample policy.
Recommended Motion:
Approve Board Policy 4217.2 as submitted.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
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Attachments:
Current BP 4217.2
Proposed BP 4217.2
IX.E. Board Policy 4317.2

Rationale:
This change in board policy updates language to the current CSBA sample policy.
Recommended Motion:
Approve Board Policy 4317.2 as submitted.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
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Attachments:
Current BP 4317.2
Proposed BP 4317.2
IX.F. Transportation Manager Job Description

Rationale:
This updated job description incorporates changes to reflect the duties of the position.
Quick Summary / Abstract:
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Financial Impact:
N/A
Attachments:
Transportation Manager Job Description
X. CORRESPONDENCE AND BOARD INFORMATION
X.A. LACSTA – Voting

Quick Summary / Abstract:
Board Members will discuss which members to elect to the County Committee.
Attachments:
LACSTA – Voting
XI. ITEMS FOR THE November 8, 2017 REGULAR MEETING AT Pinetree Community School
XII. CLOSED SESSION

Quick Summary / Abstract:
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XII.A. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant to Section 54956.9 (i.e., potential litigation).

Quick Summary / Abstract:
Potential Litigation
XII.B. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant to Section 54957 (i.e., personnel).

Quick Summary / Abstract:
Personnel
XII.C. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant to Section 54957.6 (i.e., labor negotiations).

Quick Summary / Abstract:
Labor Negotiations
XII.D. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in Closed Session pursuant to Section 54957.8 (i.e., property negotiations).

Quick Summary / Abstract:
Property Negotiations
XIII. ADJOURNMENT

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Disability Information:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Superintendent’s Office (661-252-5131). Notifications 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. —— Public records related to the public session agenda, that are distributed to the Governing Board less than 72 hours before a regular meeting, may be inspected by the public at the District’s administrative offices, located at 27000 Weyerhaeuser Way, Canyon Country, California 91351 during regular business hours (8:00 AM to 4:30 PM). —— A “Request to Address the Board” form must be completed and filed with the Superintendent prior to the start of the meeting. Twenty minutes will be allocated for each subject; no one shall speak longer than five minutes. Your request must contain your name, address, phone number, the organization you represent, and a brief statement of the information to be covered. Request forms are located in the back of the room.

Published: October 20, 2017, 2:03 PM

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