MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF EDUCATION OF THE LONG BEACH UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT A regular meeting of the Board of Education of the Long Beach Unified School District, County of Los Angeles, California, was held in the Community Room of the Administration Building at 1515 Hughes Way, Long Beach, California, on. Present: Members Craighead, Kerr, McGinnis, Meyer, and Williams Student Member Katherine Khiev, Poly HS Absent: None. Call to Order Closed Session Call to Order of Closed Session Public Hearing Call for Agenda Items/ Adopt Agenda Approval of Minutes Communications Recognition of Retirees President Kerr called the meeting to order at 2:45 p.m. in Room 464. President Kerr announced that the Board would be considering Items 4, 7, 9, 11 and 12 as listed on the Closed Session agenda. Having completed the Closed Session, President Kerr called the Open Session meeting to order in the Community Room at 5:00 p.m. with the Pledge of Allegiance, led by Student Member Khiev. President Kerr reported that the Governing Board had been meeting in Closed Session regarding matters listed on today s Closed Session agenda and wished to announce that no reportable actions were taken in Closed Session. None. President Kerr asked if Board Members had any items listed on the agenda for separate action. It was moved by Member Craighead that the agenda be adopted as published. It was moved by Member Craighead that the minutes of November 15, 2017 be approved as written. Member Meyer recognized Marianne Dexter for her 32 years of service to the district. Member Craighead recognized Teresita Valenciano for her 19 years of service to the district.
Page 2 2016-2017 Audit Yumi Takahashi, Chief Business & Financial Officer, introduced Tina Henton with CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP. Ms. Henton shared the process used for the comprehensive financial audit for the 2016-17 fiscal year, as well as the audit of Measure K and Measure E. This report is actually the culmination of a year-long process. As required by both federal and state guidelines, an unmodified opinion has been rendered, which is the best possible. There were no adjustments to the financial statements and no findings were noted. She met with the district s Audit Committee earlier in the day to share the results. 2016-2017 Audit s for Bond s Ms. Henton stated that they also performed a Financial and Performance Audit for the Measure K and Measure E Bond s for 2016-17. An unmodified opinion was rendered as well for both. They tested over 50% of the expenditures and the expenses met the requirements as stated in the bond language. Ms. Henton thanked Ms. Takahashi and all the staff involved in the audits. As always, she appreciates the collaborative support given. Ms. Takahashi shared that all these reports are available online. Superintendent Steinhauser commended both teams. He and the executive staff couldn t do their jobs without the strong support and integration from our fiscal partners. You are also part of the team in helping to close the achievement gap. Hearing of Public Testimony Staff Hearing of Public Testimony Personnel President Kerr asked if there was anyone present who wished to address the Board on matters of school district business listed on the agenda. There was no reply. None. President Kerr asked if there was anyone present who wished to address the Board on matters of school district business not listed on the agenda. There was no reply. Member Meyer presented the Certificated and Classified Recommendations, prepared by the Deputy Superintendent of Education Services, Human Resource Services, and approved and recommended by the Superintendent. It was moved by Member Meyer that the Certificated and Classified Recommendations of the Deputy Superintendent of Education Services, Human Resource Services, be approved and authorized. Board Authorizations Member Craighead moved approval of the Board Authorizations.
Page 3 Coaching Assignment Member Williams moved approval of the Coaching Assignment. Instruction Finance Business Member Craighead moved approval of the Instruction. Member Meyer moved approval of the Finance. Member Williams moved approval of the Business. President Kerr made note of the large donations in this report. Purchasing & Contract Superintendent's Items Student Discipline Member Meyer moved approval of the Purchasing & Contract. The Superintendent of Schools, presented the following recommendations: 1. That the Board of Education approve the expulsion for Student # 5052. This student would not be eligible to reapply until after the end of the 2017-18 spring semester. However, Staff recommends a suspended expulsion with an opportunity to attend another school within LBUSD. It was moved by Member Williams that the Recommendation of the Superintendent of Schools be approved and authorized. Unfinished Business New Business None. Member Craighead moved approval of the Board Meeting Schedule.
Page 4 Board Meeting Schedule 2017-2018 First Interim Financial Member Williams moved approval of the First Interim Financial for 2107-2018. Yumi Takahashi, CBFO, stated that this is the first look at expenditures and revenues received as of October 31, 2017. The district has a healthy ending balance of $169.2 million in the unrestricted funds. Of concern are the declining enrollment, flattening revenues and increased expenditures. We will have more information when the Governor releases his budget for 2018-19 in mid-january. She commended Renee Arkus, Executive Director of Fiscal Services, and her entire team. This is a very busy time for them. Browning HS Jordan HS Millikan HS Sato Academy Res. 120617-A, Poly HS Athletic Field Member Meyer moved to approve the Submittal of Career and Technical Education Facilities Browning High School. Member Craighead moved to approve the Submittal of Career and Technical Education Facilities Applications for Jordan High School. Member Craighead moved to approve the Submittal of Career and Technical Education Facilities Applications for Millikan High School. Member Meyer moved to approve the Submittal of Career and Technical Education Facilities Sato Academy. Member Williams moved approval of Resolution 120617-A, Approving Proposed Project and Adopting Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Polytechnic High School Athletic Field Improvements Project. President Kerr asked Alan Reising, Facilities Branch Director, to share information regarding Resolutions 120617-A and 120617-B. Mr. Reising shared that Resolution 120617-A is for the athletic field at Poly HS. The resolution calls for a mitigated negative declaration, mostly for small noise and
Page 5 construction related activities. This project is part of the Measure E Bond and will include a new football field and running track, the relocation of some portables and a new pool. Resolution 120617-B is for the interim housing at Webster ES. The resolution calls for a negative declaration. 19 portables will be installed to house roving students coming from other schools, during the work on their HVAC projects. Member Williams inquired about the bleachers at Poly, and Mr. Reising responded that they are not included in this resolution and that there is a separate study for them. Superintendent Steinhauser clarified that even once the project is completed, the varsity football games will not be played at Poly, as there is not enough capacity for the spectators. Res. 120617-B, Webster ES Interim Housing Member Craighead moved approval of Resolution 120617-B, Approving Proposed Project and Adopting the Initial Study and Negative Declaration for Webster Elementary School Interim Housing Project. Res. 120617-C, Annual & Five- Year able Fees for FY 2016-2017 Member Meyer moved approval of Resolution 120617-C, Relating to Information Made Available to the Public in the Form of an Annual and Five-year able Fees for Fiscal Year 2016-2017, in Conjunction with Government Code Sections 66006 and 66001. of Board Members Student Member Khiev thanked the Board for the new intercom system and the rebuild of the auditorium, which looks amazing. She shared information on an upcoming event called Holiday Project, which is for low income students from Roosevelt and two other elementary schools. She recognized the Student Commissioners who were present at the meeting. Member Craighead attended several events, such as the Port of Long Beach Women in Trade Luncheon, Lakewood Education Foundation Holiday event, where over $50,000 in grants was given to Lakewood teachers, Ukleja Center for Ethical studies at CSULB, and the grand opening for Browning HS. Member Williams recognized Jeff Williams, Executive Director for Leadership Long Beach, who was in attendance.
Page 6 Dr. Williams thanked the Multimedia Office staff for their assistance in his presentation for the CA School Boards Association Conference. He also appreciated Dr. Chris Lund for clarifying certain data and Superintendent Steinhauser for being at the presentation and answering some of the questions. Member Williams wished everyone a safe and productive holiday season. Member Meyer stated that the tours of the new Browning HS were magnificent. Thanks to former board member Eveland and Mr. Richard Browning for this great facility. Mr. Meyer recently visited School for Adults and Beach HS, where there is a great climate and uplifting spirit. Kudos to Principal Troy Bennett, Assistant Principal Debbie Broadway, and teacher Karen Connelly. At Wilson HS, they are having the Bruins Spreading Kindness Teacher Challenge. It s the kind of thing happening at our schools that makes them personalized, helping to make students feel self-worth and leads to success. President Kerr added that they can follow the challenge on Twitter, under the hashtag, ProudToBeLBUSD. Wilson, Millikan and Cabrillo are capturing some of those moments. Ms. Kerr stated that the grand opening at Browning was fantastic, with a great sense of community. Ms. Kerr took a moment to remind everyone regarding traffic safety around the schools, which seems to be more challenging this year. Please slow down and pay more attention to street signs, it s our responsibility as parents and adults. Superintendent s Superintendent Steinhauser added that we all need to be more aware of those students on bike and walking to school, and we will be distributing information on safety soon. Mr. Steinhauser stated that we are working very hard to close the achievement gap, and he is very proud of everyone s work. Sometimes this is taken for granted, but we all need to take a step back and share the kindness and appreciation with one another. Announcements President Kerr announced the Poly Instrumental Holiday concert on December 19, in the newly remodeled auditorium. She also extended an invitation to the fundraiser for Harmony Project on December 13. Member Meyer thanked all the staff for a great year. ADJOURNMENT President Kerr adjourned the meeting at 5:50 p.m. in honor of Ethan Briggs, a Millikan student who recently passed away.
Page 7 The next regular meeting of the Board of Education will be held on Wednesday, January 17, 2018 in the Administration Building, 1515 Hughes Way, at 5:00 p.m. Leticia Rodriguez Assistant Secretary