Minutes: The regular session was called to order at 5:14 p.m. by the president, Dr. Collatos.

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1 Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District Minutes Board of Education Regular Meeting March 08, 2017, 5:00 PM Malaga Cove Administration Center 375 Via Almar Palos Verdes Estates, CA Closed Session - 5:00 p.m. Open Session - 6:30 p.m. Members Present Anthony Collatos, President Linda Reid, Vice President Suzanne Seymour, Clerk Barbara Lucky, Member Malcolm S. Sharp, Member Lauren Oseas, Student Member Joshua Paik, Student Member Administrators Present Donald B. Austin, Superintendent of Schools Trent Bahadursingh, Deputy Superintendent Keith Butler, Associate Superintendent/Business Services Kimberly Fricker, Assistant Superintendent/Educational Services A. Call to Order The regular session was called to order at 5:14 p.m. by the president, Dr. Collatos. A.1. Public Comment on Closed Session Items None B. Recess to Closed Session President Collatos announced that the Board would recess to Closed Session to discuss the following items: B.1. Conference with Labor Negotiator B.2. Public Employee Appointment; Public Employment B.3. Public Employee Performance Evaluation B.4. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release B.5. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Page 1 of 13

2 C. Reconvene to Open Session The open session was reconvened at 6:58 p.m. D. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag E. Report of Board Action Taken in Closed Session President Collatos announced that in Closed Session the Board took the following action: The Board approved the settlement agreement for OAH Case No by a roll call vote as follows: Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Dr. Anthony Collatos Ms. Barbara Lucky Ms. Linda Reid Ms. Suzanne Seymour Mr. Malcolm Sharp The District will provide Student related services and Student waived all claims against the District. F. Approval of Agenda F.1. Approval of the Regular Board of Education Meeting Agenda for March 8, 2017 Motion Passed: That the Board approve the agenda for the Regular Board of Education Meeting of March 8, G. Public Communications G.1. Public Comment on Open Session Agenda Items President Collatos announced that the public would be given the opportunity to address the Board during each agenda item and that remarks would be limited to three minutes per person. Page 2 of 13

3 H. Approval of Minutes H.1. Approval of the Special Board of Education Meeting Minutes for February 16, 2017 Motion Passed: That the Board approve the minutes for the Special Meeting of February 16, 2017, as presented. Passed with a motion by Ms. Barbara Lucky and a second by Ms. Linda Reid. H.2. Approval of the Regular Board of Education Meeting Minutes for February 22, 2017 Motion Passed: That the Board approve the minutes for the Regular Meeting of February 22, 2017, as presented. Passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Reid and a second by Ms. Suzanne Seymour. Abstain Mr. Malcolm Sharp I. Board President Announcements President Collatos made the following announcements: PVPUSD is currently enrolling new students for the school year. Parents can view information about enrollment on the District The Community is invited to join us at upcoming meetings to provide feedback on the development of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District's Facility Master Plan on March 29th, April 12th, and May 3rd. A complete list of meeting dates, times and locations is available on the back table and on the District website at On Wednesday, April 12, 2017, the Peninsula Education Foundation will once again sponsor the Science Technology Engineering and Math Symposium, a showcase for the STEM and engineering programs in the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District. This special event allows 4th-12th grade students and budding engineers and inventors to share with one another the challenges faced, knowledge gained and exhilaration they experienced in the process of inventing. The symposium is a free event open to the public. It will be held at the Peninsula Center from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Page 3 of 13

4 Dr. Austin, introduced the following recommended candidates for the leadership transition: Brent Kuykendall - Principal, Palos Verdes Peninsula High School Frank Califano - Principal, Miraleste Intermediate School Micah Farrell - Principal, Rancho del Mar High School Trista Ramirez - Principal, Palos Verdes Intermediate School Kelly Keller - Executive Director, Curriculum and Instruction Matthew Horvath - Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources J. Discussion/Action J.1. Personnel Assignment Orders and Other Personnel Action Motion Passed: That the Board of Education approve and/or ratify the Administrative, Certificated and Classified Assignment Orders, PV Kids' Corner consultant, Palos Verdes Peninsula High consultants and Rancho del Mar High consultant. Passed with a motion by Mr. Malcolm Sharp and a second by Ms. Suzanne Seymour. No Ms. Barbara Lucky J.2. Approve Contract for Employment of the Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Motion Passed: That the Board of Education approve the employment contract with the Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, for the period of April 24, 2017 through June 30, Passed with a motion by Ms. Barbara Lucky and a second by Ms. Suzanne Seymour. Page 4 of 13

5 J.3. Parcel Tax Exemption for Eligible Senior Residents District legal counsel, Sue Ann Evans (Dannis Woliver Kelley), reviewed proposed changes to the application process and associated forms for senior parcel tax exemptions. Motion Passed: That the Board approve the notices to eligible senior residents and adopt the New Filer Application, as presented. Passed with a motion by Ms. Suzanne Seymour and a second by Ms. Barbara Lucky. K. Report of Student Board Members Departure of Student Board Members, Lauren Oseas and Joshua Paik, at 7:40 p.m. L. Special Reports L.1. Presentation on Palos Verdes Peninsula High School Student Supports and Wellness Initiative Micah Farrell, Associate Principal of Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, reported on the support measures for students at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School and the school's wellness initiative. M. Consent Calendar M.1. Educational Services M.1.a. Agreement for Services of Nonpublic, Nonsectarian School and Agency Services for TK-12th Grade Motion Passed: That the District enter into an agreement with the designated nonpublic schools and agencies for the purpose of providing special education and related services for TK-12th grade students for the school year because the student's special education needs cannot be met within the District. Page 5 of 13

6 M.1.b. Approval of Two (2) New High School Course Descriptions: AP Seminar and AP Research Motion Passed: That the Board approve the two (2) new high school course descriptions: AP Seminar, beginning in and AP Research, beginning in M.1.c. Approval of One (1) New High School Course Description: Korean 3 Honors Motion Passed: That the Board approve the new high school course description, Korean 3 Honors, beginning in M.1.d. Authorization for Overnight Field Trip - PVPHS - Varsity Boys Golf - Champions Invitational Golf Tournament - Golf Club at Terra Lago - Indio, California - March 30-April 1, 2017 Motion Passed: That the Board approve the proposed overnight field trip to the Champions Invitational Golf Tournament in Indio, California, from March 30-April 1, 2017, involving students from the Varsity Boys Golf team at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School. Page 6 of 13

7 M.1.e. Authorization for Overnight/Out-of-State Field Trip - PVPHS - StellarXplorer Space Program III Competition - Colorado Spring, Colorado - April 4-9, 2017 Motion Passed: That the Board approve the proposed overnight/out-of-state field trip to the StellarXplorer III Competition in Colorado Springs, Colorado, from April 4-9, 2017, involving the one (1) team of six (6) finalists from Palos Verdes Peninsula High School. M.1.f. Authorization for Out-Of-State Conference Attendance - University of South Carolina Counselor Advisory Board - Columbia, South Carolina - March 22-25, 2017 Motion Passed: That the Board approve the out-of-state counselor visit for Terri Lewallen, PVPHS College and Career Center Specialist, to attend the University of South Carolina Counselor Advisory Board in Columbia, South Carolina, from March 22-25, M.2. Business Services M.2.a. Purchase Order Report Motion Passed: That Purchase Order numbers through issued from the General Fund; Adult Education; Miraleste Early Learning Academy (MELA), Valmonte Early Learning Academy (VELA) and Sunrise, PV Kids' Corner; Print Shop and Special Reserve for Capital Outlay in the total amount of $249, be approved and/or ratified. Page 7 of 13

8 M.3. Fiscal Services M.3.a. Acceptance of Gifts N. Report of Superintendent Motion Passed: That the gifts of materials, supplies and $17, in cash received February 14, 2017 through February 23, 2017, be accepted, as presented. The following individuals addressed the Board: Judy Chang (Rancho Palos Verdes) and Scott Burack (Rolling Hills Estates). Dr. Austin updated the Board on the District's gopher abatement procedures and answered questions from the Board. O. Report of Southern California Regional Occupational Center Representative P. Report of PVPUSD Technology Advisory Committee Representatives Q. Report of the PVPUSD Curriculum Advisory Committee Meeting R. Report on Facility Master Plan Progress S. Public Communications T. Budget S.1. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items None T.1. Second Interim Report as of January 31, 2017 Kathy Ueunten (Director, Fiscal Services) presented a summary of the Second Interim Report and answered questions from the Board. After discussion, the following motion was made: Motion Passed: That the Board certify that the District will be able to meet its financial obligations for the fiscal year and subsequent two (2) fiscal years. Passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Reid and a second by Ms. Suzanne Seymour. Page 8 of 13

9 T Budget Revision - Unrestricted General Fund 01.1 (BA008) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA008, and related cash transfers, for the Unrestricted General Fund 01.1 by decreasing budgeted revenues and transfers in by $48,649 and by decreasing budgeted expenses and transfers out by $196,942, for an increase to the ending fund balance of $148,293. T Budget Revision - Restricted General Fund 01.3 (BA009) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA009, and related cash transfers, for the Restricted General Fund 01.3 by decreasing budgeted revenues and transfers in by $15,408 and by decreasing budgeted expenses and transfers out by $111,538, for an increase to the ending fund balance of $96,130. T Budget Revision - Adult Education Fund 11.0 (BA010) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA010, and related cash transfers, for the Adult Education Fund 11.0 by decreasing budgeted revenues and transfers in by $1,950 and by decreasing budgeted expenses and transfers out by $139, for a decrease to the ending fund balance of $2,089. T Budget Revision - Cafeteria Fund 13.0 (BA011) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA011, and related cash transfers, for the Cafeteria Fund 13.0 by increasing budgeted revenues and transfers in by $136,985 and by increasing budgeted expenses and transfers out by $166,216, for a decrease to the ending fund balance of $29,231. Page 9 of 13

10 T Budget Revision - Deferred Maintenance Fund 14.0 (BA012) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA012, and related cash transfers, for the Deferred Maintenance Fund 14.0 by increasing budgeted expenses and transfers out by $560,619, for a decrease to the ending fund balance of $560,619. T Budget Revision - Special Reserve for Postemployment Benefits Fund 20.0 (BA013) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA013, and related cash transfers, for the Special Reserve for Postemployment Benefits Fund 20.0 by increasing budgeted revenues and transfers in by $209,934, for an increase to the ending fund balance of $209,934. T Budget Revision - Capital Facilities Fund 25.0 (BA014) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA014, and related cash transfers, for the Capital Facilities Fund 25.0 by increasing budgeted expenditures and transfers out by $764,499, for a decrease to the ending fund balance of $764,499. T Budget Revision - Special Reserve for Capital Outlay Fund 40.0 (BA015) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA015, and related cash transfers, for the Special Reserve for Capital Outlay Fund 40.0 by increasing budgeted expenditures and transfers out by $33,429, for a decrease to the ending fund balance of $33,429. Page 10 of 13

11 T Budget Revision - Other Enterprise Fund 63.0 (Child Care) (BA016) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA016, and related cash transfers, for the Other Enterprise Fund 63.0 (Child Care) by decreasing budgeted revenues and transfers in by $23,072 and by increasing budgeted expenses and transfers out by $29,535, for a decrease to the ending fund balance of $52,607. T Budget Revision - Other Enterprise Fund 63.2 (Early Learning Academies) (BA017) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA017, and related cash transfers, for the Other Enterprise Fund 63.2 (Early Learning Academies) by decreasing budgeted revenues and transfers in by $62,512 and by decreasing budgeted expenses and transfers out by $59,880, for a decrease to the ending fund balance of $2,632. T Budget Revision Other Enterprise Fund 63.4 (Print Shop) (BA018) Motion Passed: That the Board approve Budget Summary BA018, and related cash transfers, for the Other Enterprise Fund 63.4 (Print Shop) by increasing budgeted revenues and transfers in by $10,800 and by increasing budgeted expenses and transfers out by $13,804, for a decrease to the ending fund balance of $2,284. Page 11 of 13

12 T.13. Resolution No /17, Reduction or Discontinuance of Particular Kinds of Service (Certificated Personnel) Motion Passed: That the Board of Education adopt Resolution No /17, implementing the Reduction or Discontinuance of Particular Kinds of Service. Passed with a motion by Mr. Malcolm Sharp and a second by Ms. Suzanne Seymour. U. Discussion/Action U.1. Resolution No /17, Approve Use of Piggyback Bid Procured by Bakersfield City School District with IVS Computer Systems, Inc. to Purchase Smart Brand Technology and Related Equipment and Services Motion Passed: That the Board of Education approve Resolution No /17, to approve Use of Piggyback Bid Procured by Bakersfield City School District with IVS Computer Systems, Inc. to Purchase Smart Brand Technology and Related Equipment and Services. Passed with a motion by Ms. Linda Reid and a second by Mr. Malcolm Sharp. U.2. CSBA Delegate Assembly Election Motion Passed: That the Board cast its vote for Micah Ali, Craig Foster, Monique Ehsan, Vivian Hansen, Gabriel Orosco and Susanne Robins, for the vacant seats in Region 24 (Southwest Crescent-Los Angeles County) of the CSBA Delegate Assembly. Page 12 of 13

13 U.3. Board Member Participation in 2017 Commencement Exercises By Board consensus, it was agreed that Board Member participation in the 2017 commencement exercises at the intermediate and high schools be designated, as follows: V. Information Miraleste Intermediate - Malcom Sharp Palos Verdes Intermediate - Anthony Collatos, Suzanne Seymour Ridgecrest Intermediate - Barbara Lucky, Linda Reid Palos Verdes High - Anthony Collatos, Malcolm Sharp Palos Verdes Peninsula High - Barbara Lucky, Linda Reid, Suzanne Seymour, Rancho del Mar High - All Board Members V.1. Sale and/or Disposal of Surplus Property Presented as an information item. W. Reports of Board Members X. Adjournment There being no further business to come before the Board, the meeting was adjourned at 9:09 p.m. Donald B. Austin, Ed.D. Superintendent of Schools and Secretary of the Board of Education Page 13 of 13