Main Governing Board

4 Monday, October 26, 2026 Board of Education Meeting BOARD OF EDUCATION NORWALK-LA MIRADA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12820 Pioneer Boulevard, Norwalk, CA 90650 Night Telephone Connections: (562) 210-2000 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The public may also observe the Board meeting in real-time, broadcast at www.nlmusd.org/virtual-board/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Public Comment: Members of the public may provide comments to the Board either in person by submitting a speaker card or by registering to speak virtually. To register to speak virtually, please use the following link: www.nlmusd.org/comments/. The link for virtual public comments will be sent after registration. Virtual speakers will be called upon at designated times during the meeting. Registration will close 30 minutes prior to the start of the meeting (4:30 p.m.). Speaker cards for in-person comments must be submitted no later than 15 minutes after the board meeting begins. In accordance with District Policy 9323, citizens are asked to keep their comments to three (3) minutes or less. ---------------------------------------------- Materials prepared in connection with an agenda item are available for public viewing at the District Office during regular business hours. ---------------------------------------------- Individuals needing special accommodations or translation services to participate in a Board meeting may call or email the Superintendent or her designee at (562) 210-2203 or sroberts@nlmusd.org the workweek prior to the meeting date. ---------------------------------------------- Las personas que necesiten adaptaciones especiales o servicios de traducción para participar en una reunión de la Junta pueden llamar o enviar un correo electrónico al Superintendente o su designado al (562) 210-2203 o sroberts@nlmusd.org la semana laboral anterior a la fecha de la reunión. ---------------------------------------------- 이사회 회의에 참여하기 위해 특별한 편의 시설이나 번역 서비스가 필요한 개인은 회의 날짜 이전 근무 주에 (562) 210-2203 또는 sroberts@nlmusd.org로 교육감 또는 그의 피지명인에게 전화하거나 이메일을 보낼 수 있습니다 1. OPEN SESSION - 5:00 P.M. Subject A. Call to Order Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION - 5:00 P.M. Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Attendance Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION - 5:00 P.M. Type Procedural File Attachments Subject C. Opportunity for Citizens to Address the Board on Closed Session Agenda Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 1. OPEN SESSION - 5:00 P.M. Type Information In accordance with Section 54954.3(a) of the California Government Code, members of the public are invited to directly address the Governing Board on any item within the Board's subject matter jurisdiction. Please note that no action can be taken on any item not listed on the agenda. As outlined in District Policy 9323, speakers are requested to limit their comments to three (3) minutes or less. File Attachments 2. CLOSED SESSION Subject A. Public Employee Appointment Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action (Pursuant to Government Code 54957) Position(s): - Coordinator, Student and Family Services - Program Administrator, Early Education - Supervisor, Payroll File Attachments Subject B. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release/Reassignment/Complaint Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Action, Discussion, Information (Pursuant to Government Code 54957) District Representative: Darrick S. Garcia, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources File Attachments Subject C. Conference with Labor Negotiators Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Discussion, Information (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6) District Representative: Darrick S. Garcia, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Employee Organizations: CSEA and TANLA File Attachments Subject D. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Discussion (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8) Property: 12110 East Walnut Street, Norwalk (Chavez Elementary) and 14625 Keese Dr., Whittier (El Camino) District Negotiators: Edith Florence, Director, Facilities Planning and Construction, and Jeremy Burst, Senior Counsel, Tao Rossini File Attachments Subject E. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Discussion (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8) Property: 15920 Barbata Road, La Mirada (La Mirada Adult School) and 14640 Mercado, La Mirada (Alt Ed Center) District Negotiators: Edith Florence, Director, Facilities Planning and Construction, and Gerald "Buzz" Mitchell, Director, Maintenance and Operations File Attachments Subject F. Conference with Legal Counsel, Anticipated Litigation Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 2. CLOSED SESSION Type Discussion, Information (Pursuant to Government Code 54956.9 (d)(2)): One potential case File Attachments 3. OPEN SESSION - 6:30 P.M. Subject A. Call to Order Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 3. OPEN SESSION - 6:30 P.M. Type Procedural File Attachments Subject B. Pledge of Allegiance Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 3. OPEN SESSION - 6:30 P.M. Type Procedural Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag - Avneet Sandhu, Norwalk High School Student File Attachments Subject C. Public Announcement of Actions Taken by the Board in Closed Session Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 3. OPEN SESSION - 6:30 P.M. Type Procedural File Attachments 4. ADMINISTRATIVE Subject A. Approval of the Minutes of October 12, 2026 Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 4. ADMINISTRATIVE Type Action, Procedural Recommended Action That the Minutes of October 12, 2026 be adopted as received. File Attachments Minutes October 12, 2026.pdf (212 KB) Motion & Voting That the Minutes of October 12, 2026 be adopted as received. Motion by Norma Amezcua, second by Jose Rios. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject B. Adoption of Agenda for this Meeting Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 4. ADMINISTRATIVE Type Action, Procedural Recommended Action That the Agenda for this meeting be adopted. File Attachments Motion & Voting That the Agenda for this meeting be adopted. Motion by Mark Copland, second by Espie Free. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland 5. RECOGNITIONS Subject A. Diabetes Awareness Month Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 5. RECOGNITIONS Type Action Recommended Action That the Resolution proclaiming November 2026 as Diabetes Awareness Month be adopted. Submitted and referred to the Superintendent by Jim Wood, Executive Director, Special Education File Attachments Diabetes Awareness Month 2026.pdf (20 KB) Motion & Voting That the Resolution proclaiming November 2026 as Diabetes Awareness Month be adopted. Motion by Narcis Brasov, second by Norma Amezcua. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject B. School Safety Say Something Initiative Students Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 5. RECOGNITIONS Type Recognition The Board of Education will recognize students from Norwalk High School, La Mirada High School, John Glenn High School, and Southeast Academy for partnering with the District's School Safety Department to support Sandy Hook Promise initiatives, including Say Something and Start With Hello Week. These students served as role models by helping elementary students understand the importance of speaking up, looking out for others, and promoting kindness and inclusion. File Attachments Subject C. Julie Wright – District Teacher of the Year and 2026–27 Los Angeles County Teacher of the Year Top 16 Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 5. RECOGNITIONS Type Recognition The Board of Education will recognize Julie Wright of Gardenhill Elementary School for being named the Norwalk–La Mirada Unified School District Teacher of the Year and for being selected as one of the Top 16 Los Angeles County Teachers of the Year for 2026–27. File Attachments Subject D. Education Results Partnership (ERP) Honor Roll Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 5. RECOGNITIONS Type Recognition The Board of Education will recognize Dolland, Dulles, Eastwood, Escalona, Gardenhill, Johnston, Lampton, and Morrison Elementary Schools; Hutchinson Middle School; and La Mirada High School for being named to the Education Results Partnership (ERP) Honor Roll. The ERP Honor Roll recognizes schools for strong academic performance in English Language Arts and Mathematics based on CAASPP results over the past three years, while demonstrating a commitment to improving outcomes for historically underserved students. File Attachments Subject E. Norwalk High School Esports Team Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 5. RECOGNITIONS Type Recognition The Board of Education will recognize the Norwalk High School Esports Team for winning its second consecutive Grim Cup Championship at Long Beach City College, becoming the first team in tournament history to win back-to-back titles. Competing against both high school and college teams, Norwalk High School remains the only high school to have won the championship. File Attachments 6. INTRODUCTIONS Subject A. New Management Introduction(s) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 6. INTRODUCTIONS Type Presentation Mike A. Garcia, Director, Human Resources will introduce the following new management employee(s): - Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources - Principal, Elementary School - Coordinator, Early Education ERSEA File Attachments 7. PUBLIC HEARING Subject A. District Sunshine for 2026-2027 CSEA Reopener Negotiations Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 7. PUBLIC HEARING Type Information The Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District (NLMUSD) Initial Bargaining Proposal to the California School Employee Association (CSEA) and its Chapter #404 for reopener negotiations to the Master Agreement between NLMUSD and CSEA for the 2026-2027 school year is attached. In accordance with District Policy 9323, citizens are asked to keep their comments to three (3) minutes or less. File Attachments NLMUSD to CSEA - Initial Bargaining Proposal (2026-2027) - October 2026.pdf (296 KB) Subject B. CSEA Sunshine for 2026-2027 Reopener Negotiations Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 7. PUBLIC HEARING Type Information The California School Employees Association and its Chapter #404 (CSEA) Initial Bargaining Proposal to the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District (NLMUSD) for reopener negotiations to the Master Agreement between NLMUSD and CSEA for the 2026-2027 school year is attached. In accordance with District Policy 9323, citizens are asked to keep their comments to three (3) minutes or less. File Attachments 26-27 CSEA Initial Proposal Reopener.pdf (114 KB) 8. PUBLIC COMMENT Subject A. Opportunity for Citizens to Address the Board Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 8. PUBLIC COMMENT Type Information Public comment cards must be submitted no later than 15 minutes after the board meeting begins. In accordance with Section 54954.3(a) of the California Government Code, members of the public are invited to directly address the Governing Board on any item within the Board's subject matter jurisdiction. Please note that no action can be taken on any item not listed on the agenda. As outlined in District Policy 9323, speakers are requested to limit their comments to three (3) minutes or less. File Attachments 9. EMPLOYEE/PTA REPRESENTATIVES' REPORT Subject A. Parent Teachers' Association (PTA) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 9. EMPLOYEE/PTA REPRESENTATIVES' REPORT Type Information, Report The PTA report includes announcements to the Board of Education and school district community. File Attachments Subject B. California School Employees' Association (CSEA) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 9. EMPLOYEE/PTA REPRESENTATIVES' REPORT Type Information, Report The CSEA report includes announcements to the Board of Education and school district community. File Attachments Subject C. Teachers' Association of Norwalk-La Mirada (TANLA) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 9. EMPLOYEE/PTA REPRESENTATIVES' REPORT Type Information The TANLA report includes announcements to the Board of Education and school district community. File Attachments 10. STUDENT BOARD MEMBER COMMUNICATIONS Subject A. Student Board Member Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 10. STUDENT BOARD MEMBER COMMUNICATIONS Type Information Aidan Kang, Southeast Academy Student Board Member communication is provided for the purpose of sharing school-related activities, school events, or meetings scheduled. File Attachments 11. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Subject A. Superintendent's Report Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 11. SUPERINTENDENT'S REPORT Type Information The Superintendent's Report includes announcements to the Board of Education and school district community. File Attachments 2025_Dashboard Data 10.26.26.pdf (1,005 KB) 12. ACTION ITEMS - ITEMS 13 - 14 13. COMMITTEES AND COUNCILS Subject A. Measure G Citizens’ Oversight Committee Approval to Remove Member & Declare Vacant Seat Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 13. COMMITTEES AND COUNCILS Type Action Recommended Action That the Board of Education approve the removal of Andrea Garcia, Parent/PTA Representative, from the Measure “G” Citizens’ Oversight Committee (COC), declare the seat vacant, and authorize Administration to implement the appointment process to fill such vacancy in accordance with Sections 5.4 and 5.6 of the COC Bylaws. Measure G Citizens' Oversight Committee (COC) member Andrea Garcia has resigned from the Committee, leaving the position of Parent/PTA Representative vacant. In compliance with Sections 5.4 and 5.6 of the COC Bylaws, this is to request the removal of COC Member, Andrea Garcia, declare the seat vacant, and to authorize Administration to fill such vacancy through the appointment process. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning and Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments Motion & Voting That the Board of Education approve the removal of Andrea Garcia, Parent/PTA Representative, from the Measure “G” Citizens’ Oversight Committee (COC), declare the seat vacant, and authorize Administration to implement the appointment process to fill such vacancy in accordance with Sections 5.4 and 5.6 of the COC Bylaws. Motion by Norma Amezcua, second by Espie Free. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland 14. MEASURE G (FUND 21) Subject A. Dugmore & Duncan, Inc. for the La Mirada High School Baseball, Softball, Practice Fields Project Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 14. MEASURE G (FUND 21) Type Action Dollar Amount $4,115.86 Recommended Action That the purchase and installation be approved and that a Purchase Order be issued in the amount of $4,115.86 to Dugmore & Duncan, Inc. This item is for the purchase and installation of a replacement door threshold at an exterior double door entrance to the storage room in the softball concession building as related to the La Mirada High School Baseball, Softball, Practice Fields Project. The materials and installation work will be provided by Dugmore & Duncan, Inc., for an amount not to exceed $4,115.86. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT Reported water intrusion is occurring at one double door entrance to the softball concession storage room. This service is to replace the existing door threshold to create a slope at both the interior and exterior of the door threshold in an effort to divert the water out and prevent it from entering the building. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning and Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments G1C-43-0653-260930-PRO-DUGDUN-Quote_QUO11372_1790360365721.pdf (44 KB) Motion & Voting That the purchase and installation be approved and that a Purchase Order be issued in the amount of $4,115.86 to Dugmore & Duncan, Inc. Motion by Becky Langenwalter, second by Mark Copland. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject B. OJ Specialty Contracting LLC for the La Mirada High School Baseball, Softball, Practice Fields Project Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 14. MEASURE G (FUND 21) Type Action Dollar Amount $2,370.00 Recommended Action That the repairs be approved and that a Purchase Order be issued in the amount of $2,370.00 to OJ Specialty Contracting LLC. This item is to fund the caulking replacement inside the utility room of the 2-story baseball concession building at La Mirada High School in relation to the La Mirada High School Baseball, Softball, Practice Fields Project. The work shall be completed by OJ Specialty Contracting LLC for an amount not to exceed $2,370.00. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT The existing firestop caulking around the electrical floor conduit was damaged by water due to flooding that occurred by the mop sink inside the data room. As a result, water can pass through the broken caulking and leak to the storage room downstairs whenever the utility room experiences flooding near the mop sink. This service will reapply waterproof firestop caulking to prevent any future damage. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning and Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments G1C-43-0653-261013-PRO-OJSC-REVISED.pdf (377 KB) Motion & Voting That the repairs be approved and that a Purchase Order be issued in the amount of $2,370.00 to OJ Specialty Contracting LLC. Motion by Becky Langenwalter, second by Mark Copland. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject C. Miracle Playground Sales, Inc. for the Elementary Schools Playgrounds Project Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 14. MEASURE G (FUND 21) Type Action Dollar Amount $332.93 Budget Source Measure G Bond Proceeds (65%) and ELOP (35%) Recommended Action That the purchase be approved and that Purchase Order No. 27-1114 be increased by $332.93. This item is for the purchase of Playhouse Table parts (small, shaped pieces that are used with Playhouse Tables) in relation to the Elementary Schools Playgrounds Project at various playgrounds across the District . The parts will be procured from Miracle Playground Sales, Inc. for an amount not to exceed $332.93. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT The original Playhouse Tables were defective in that the table parts would detach and fall off. Miracle, the manufacturer, replaced the tables at no cost to the District, however, the replacement tables did not come with the table parts. The original table parts were disposed of with the defective tables. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning and Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments G1D-79-0654-260923-PRO-MIRACLE-MREC 10831 Playhouse Table parts.pdf (154 KB) PO1-27-1114.pdf (24 KB) Motion & Voting That the purchase be approved and that Purchase Order No. 27-1114 be increased by $332.93. Motion by Becky Langenwalter, second by Mark Copland. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject D. Dugmore & Duncan, Inc. for the Hutchinson Middle School New Band Room Project Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 14. MEASURE G (FUND 21) Type Action Dollar Amount $8,421.49 Recommended Action That the purchase and installation be approved and that a Purchase Order be issued in the amount of $8,421.49 to Dugmore & Duncan, Inc. This item is for the purchase and installation of removable mullion at two (2) double exterior doors related to the Hutchinson Middle School New Band Room Project. The parts and installation work will be provided by Dugmore & Duncan, Inc., for an amount not to exceed $8,421.49. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT The existing exterior door has top latch, but the site and the door locksmith requested bottom latch for added security. The bottom latch cannot be added to the current panic hardware system because its addition would create a trip hazard and accessibility issue. The installation of removable mullion would allow top and bottom latching without issues. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning and Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments G1D-35-0653-260925-PRO-DUGDUN-Quote_QUO11365_1790289308450.pdf (43 KB) Motion & Voting That the purchase and installation be approved and that a Purchase Order be issued in the amount of $8,421.49 to Dugmore & Duncan, Inc. Motion by Becky Langenwalter, second by Mark Copland. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject E. Authorization to Approve Pre-Qualified Consultants for Land Surveying Consulting Services Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 14. MEASURE G (FUND 21) Type Action Recommended Action Approve List of Pre-Qualified Consultants This item is to establish a list of pre-qualified consultants to perform Land Surveying Consulting Services for various construction projects in the District. The list of pre-qualified Land Surveying consultants will allow the District to expedite the proposal process and select a pre-qualified provider as projects arise. A Request for Qualifications (RFQ No. 2627-1) was advertised on June 16, 2026 and June 23, 2026. The District's evaluation team reviewed all of the submitted Statement of Qualifications and selected the following six consultants based on experience and qualifications . All consultant contracts and appointments will continue to be presented to the Board of Education on an individual project basis. The qualifications process will be re-opened for re-establishment and/or renewal as needed. LIST OF PRE-QUALIFIED LAND SURVEYING CONSULTING SERVICES FIRMS: BKF Engineers CASC Engineering and Consulting David Beckwith and Associates, Inc. GUIDA Geospatial Solutions PSOMAS Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning & Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments Motion & Voting Approve List of Pre-Qualified Consultants Motion by Becky Langenwalter, second by Mark Copland. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject F. Change Order No. 1 to Hutchinson MS Band Room, RFP No. 2526-1 Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 14. MEASURE G (FUND 21) Type Action Recommended Action That Change Order No. 1 for RFP No. 2526-1 be approved. Change Order No. 1 with Construct 1 One Corporation, RFP No. 2526-1, is for a decrease in the contract amount of $58,718.05 for unused allowance. This will decrease the contract value from $1,249,581.51 to $1,190,863.46, with a credit going back to the District. Change Order No. 1 is also for an extension of work time for the project; which will exceed the contract time by 95 calendar days, and therefore changing the date of completion (for work) to July 24, 2026. The aforementioned change order includes the following changes: Final Deductive Change Order for the return of unused allowances, contingencies, and schedule of value line items that were not used. As part of the Lease-Leaseback delivery method that was used for this Project, the contract includes estimated amounts to cover the cost of unforeseen/unanticipated items that can occur during the course of construction. The project construction was completed successfully and efficiently. The Project did not have a lot of design changes nor building challenges, so as a result, the contract cost savings are returned to the District. Non- Compensable Time extension of 95 days (from April 20, 2026 to July 24, 2026, at no cost to the District) is requested with this change order. This is due to pending work by modular building manufacturer. Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Business Services File Attachments Change Order Sheet.pdf (357 KB) Motion & Voting That Change Order No. 1 for RFP No. 2526-1 be approved. Motion by Becky Langenwalter, second by Mark Copland. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject G. Notice of Completion for the Hutchinson MS Band Room, RFP No. 2526-1 Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 14. MEASURE G (FUND 21) Type Action Recommended Action That the Board of Education authorize the filing of the Notice of Completion for the Hutchinson MS Band Room, RFP No.2526-1 with Construct 1 One Corporation Formal approval is required for the filing of a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder’s Office for the Hutchinson MS Band Room, RFP No. 2526-1. It is recommended that the Board of Education recognize the Project for completion and accept the work that was provided by Construct 1 One Corp. Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent Business Services File Attachments Hutchinson MS Band Room LLB RFP Notice of Completion Sheet.pdf (75 KB) Motion & Voting That the Board of Education authorize the filing of the Notice of Completion for the Hutchinson MS Band Room, RFP No.2526-1 with Construct 1 One Corporation Motion by Becky Langenwalter, second by Mark Copland. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland 15. CONSENT AGENDA (CA) - ITEMS 16 - 26 Subject A. Approval of Consent Agenda (Items 16 - 26) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 15. CONSENT AGENDA (CA) - ITEMS 16 - 26 Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16 - 26) be approved. File Attachments Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland 16. ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS (CA) Subject A. Acceptance of Gifts Items Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 16. ACCEPTANCE OF GIFTS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Acceptance of gifts with letters of appreciation directed to the donors. A check in the amount of $1,000.00, donated to Escalona Elementary School, by La Mirada United Methodist Men, to be used for any educational purpose principal deems necessary; and A check in the amount of $68.09, donated to Foster Road Elementary School, by Shutterfly, LLC, to be used for any educational purpose principal deems necessary; and A check in the amount of $3,436.00, donated to Gardenhill Elementary School, by Gardenhill Elementary PTA, to be used for any educational purpose principal deems necessary; and Cash in the amount of $5,350.00, donated to Gardenhill Elementary School, by Gardenhill Elementary Parents, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and Cash in the amount of $2,230.00, donated to Gardenhill Elementary School, by Gardenhill Elementary Parents, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and Cash in the amount of $3,500.00, donated to Gardenhill Elementary School, by Gardenhill Elementary Parents, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and Cash in the amount of $3,232.00, donated to Gardenhill Elementary School, by Gardenhill Elementary Parents, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and A check in the amount of $3,180.00, donated to Gardenhill Elementary School, by Gardenhill Elementary PTA, to be used for any educational purpose principal deems necessary; and Cash in the amount of $1,866.00, donated to Glazier Elementary School, by Glazier Elementary Parents, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and Cash in the amount of $5,280.00, donated to Glazier Elementary School, by Glazier Elementary Parents, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and Cash in the amount of $5,424.00, donated to Glazier Elementary School, by Glazier Elementary Parents, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and Cash and check(s) in the amount of $3,429.00, donated to Glazier Elementary School, by Glazier Elementary Parents, to be used for field trips and/or other school needs; and A check in the amount of $569.71, donated to Glazier Elementary School, by Reading for Education, to be used for materials and/or supplies; and A check in the amount of $478.62, donated to Johnston Elementary School, by CEC Entertainment, LLC, to be used for student incentives; and A check in the amount of $200.00, donated to La Pluma Elementary School, by Advanced Network Consulting, So Cal Inc/IT Solutions for Small Business, to be used for any educational purpose principal deems necessary; and A check in the amount of $1,850.00, donated to La Pluma Elementary School, by Kiwanis Club of La Mirada Charitable Foundation, to be used for any educational purpose principal deems necessary; and A check in the amount of $77.43, donated to La Pluma Elementary School, by Shutterfly, LLC, to be used for any educational purpose principal deems necessary; and Cash in the amount of $1,578.00, donated to Moffitt Elementary School, by Moffitt 5 th grade families, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and A check in the amount of $1,030.15, donated to Moffitt Elementary School, by Helping Hands Fundraiser, to be used for 5 th grade science camp; and Cash in the amount of $25,000.00, donated to Corvallis Middle School, by Corvallis Parents, to be used for students; and A check in the amount of $1,000.00, donated to Hutchinson Middle School, by La Mirada United Methodist Men, to be used for miscellaneous site needs; and A check in the amount of $100,000.00, donated to La Mirada High School, by Michael Boulanger, to be used for Mental Health and/or discretion of the school; and A check in the amount of $4,120.00, donated to Norwalk High School, by SoCal Grad, to be used for the donations fund. Submitted and referred to the Superintendent by Alva Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Business Services File Attachments Gifts Grants 10 26 2026.pdf (6,332 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland 17. CLAIMS AND ACCOUNTS (CA) Subject A. Claims and Accounts Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 17. CLAIMS AND ACCOUNTS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That the Claims and Accounts be approved. In accordance with Board Policy 3300, all purchases are to be made by contract or purchase order. A purchase order is a formal document that authorizes the ordering of goods and services. The purchase order outlines the items or services, quantities, prices, and terms and conditions for the purchase. The specified cutoff dates are the start and end dates for which we are including payroll totals, B warrant totals, and supplemental sheet detail. B warrant registers are the system generated reports listing all payment checks issued by accounts payable. This includes all payments made to vendors for goods and services, and reimbursements made to employees for mileage or travel & conference expenditures. Purchase Order records submitted for Board approval. Cutoff Dates: 09/28/2026 to 10/11/2026. Itemized list of supplemental sheets (Pages 1 – 2) are attached. Payroll PAYROLL ID ISSUE DATE PAYROLL TOTAL RETREV 10/07/2026 $41,758.81 CLLONG 10/07/2026 $29,182.23 CLSUP 10/09/2026 $31,488.08 CLSUP2 10/09/2026 $596.77 CLSUP3 10/09/2026 $271.23 CLSUP4 10/13/2026 $35,899.34 NUTRETB 10/13/2026 $20,284.48 NUSPR 10/13/2026 $3,751.71 B Warrant Registers for the Period of 09/28/2026 – 10/09/2026 B Warrant Numbers 22950106 to 22950141 22951979 to 22952133 22954514 to 22954572 22956976 to 22956992 22958924 to 22958955 22960990 to 22961020 22966101 to 22966146 22969144 to 22969167 22975702 to 22975738 22978420 to 22978443 Fund Number B Warrant Fund Summary Totals 01.0 General $2,080,639.23 11.0 Adult 21,025.72 12.0 Child Care 191,029.65 13.0 Cafeteria 487,524.21 14.0 Deferred Maintenance 0.00 15.0 Pupil Transportation 0.00 21.0 Building 51,102.62 25.0 Capital Facilities 3,214.00 35.0 County School Facilities 0.00 40.0 Special Reserve Fund for Capital Outlay Projects 457,929.64 67.1 Benefit 283,991.12 67.2 Liability/Property 0.00 67.3 Worker’s Compensation 110,653.63 76.0 Payroll 956,498.20 GRAND TOTAL $4,643,608.02 The above purchases, payments, and/or collections were made in accordance with the adopted Purchasing Policies and meet the requirements of the Education Code. Submitted and referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent Business Services File Attachments PO Report - 10-26-2026.pdf (135 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland 18. BIDS (CA) Subject A. Change Order No. 1 to Transportation & Warehouse Garage Doors Project, Bid No. 202526-2 Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That Change Order No. 1 for Bid No. 202526-2 be approved. The original contract sum for the Transportation and Warehouse Garage Doors with Eroom was approved in the amount of $232,397.00. The contract sum included the base bid of $211,270.00 plus $21,127.00 as a built-in 10% allowance for unforeseen conditions. During the construction, an Allowance Disbursement Request was approved for $10,360.51 to add panels and brush seals to prevent birds nesting in a gap between the building and new automatic overhead doors. The remaining allowance was reduced to 10,766.49 and not needed for the remainder of the Project. Change Order No. 1 also includes a decrease in the amount of $10,766.49 for unused District allowance; from a Contract Sum of $232,397.00 to $221,630.51 with the credit going back to the Special Reserves fund. Change Order No. 1 with Eroom, Inc. for the Transportation & Warehouse Garage Doors Project, Bid No. 202526-2, also includes a non-compensable time extension of sixty (60) calendar days for work performed for addition of panels and brush seals at door headers to prevent bird nesting. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT The contractor was given a standard ten percent (10%) allowance of $21,127.00 for unforeseen conditions of which $10,360.51 was used for the above mentioned work. Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Business Services File Attachments Transportation & Warehouse Garage Doors Project, Bid No. 202526-2 (Change Order No.1 Doc).pdf (365 KB) PO1-26-2172.pdf (24 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject B. Notice of Completion for the Transportation & Warehouse Garage Doors Project, Bid No. 202526-2 Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That the Board of Education authorize the filing of the Notice of Completion for the Transportation & Warehouse Garage Doors Project, Bid No. 202526-2. Formal approval is required for the filing of a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder’s Office for the Transportation & Warehouse Garage Doors Project, Bid No. 202526-2. It is recommended that the Board of Education recognize the Project for completion and accept the work that was provided by Eroom, Inc. Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent Business Services File Attachments Transportation & Warehouse Garage Doors, Bid No.202526-2 (NOC Sheet).pdf (76 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject C. Notice of Completion & Additive Change Order #3 - Ramona Windows and Flooring, Bid No. 202526-6 Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Approve the filing of the Notice of Completion and Additive Change Order #3. Formal approval is required for filing a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder's Office for the Ramona Windows and Flooring Project, Bid No. 202526-6. It is recommended that the Board of Education recognize the project for completion and accept the work that was provided by 1st California Construction, Inc. Additionally, formal approval is required to approve Additive Change Order #3: Cost to cover an unforeseen gap between the ceiling and the top interior side of the windows in Rooms 10 and 11 that became noticeable when the new windows were installed in a different manner than how the demolished windows were installed. This increases the contract amount from $461,846.61 to $465,923.70. Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Business Services File Attachments Ramona Windows & Flooring Replacement, Bid No.202526-6 (Notice of Completion Sheet).pdf (75 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject D. Award Bid for Re-Bid: Huerta Playground Modernization, Bid No. 202627-3 (Formal) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action Budget Source ELOP Recommended Action That Corner Keystone Construction, Inc be deemed non-responsive and that Bid No. 202627-3 (Formal) be awarded to R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. and that execution of the contract be authorized. Based on Bid Tabulations, Corner Keystone Construction, Inc was identified as the lowest bidder, however, the bid is deemed non-responsive (proposal that fails to comply with the mandatory material terms, conditions, or specifications of a solicitation per CA Labor Code Section 1771.1) as the subcontractor listed in the bid was not registered with the Department of Industrial Relations at the time of bid submission. Therefore, the bid shall be awarded to the next lowest responsible bidder. Award Bid No. 202627-3 Re-Bid: Huerta Playground Modernization to R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. for work consisting of but not limited to the installation of owner furnished, contractor installed play equipment, installation of rubberized surface and associated site work, and minor accessibility upgrades. Services will be provided for an amount not to exceed $323,730.00 with a District allowance in the amount of $32,373.00 allocated for as-needed, unforeseen conditions. Any unused portion of the allowance will be returned to the District as a change order. Bid No. 202627-3 (Formal) – Re-Bid: Huerta Playground Modernization Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent Business Services File Attachments Re-Bid Huerta Playground Modernization, Bid No.202627-3 (Unsigned Agreement).pdf (102 KB) Motion & Voting That Corner Keystone Construction, Inc be deemed non-responsive and that Bid No. 202627-3 (Formal) be awarded to R.E. Schultz Construction, Inc. and that execution of the contract be authorized. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject E. Change Order No. 1 to Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 (Best Contracting Services, Inc.) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That Change Order No. 1 for Bid No. 202526-4 be approved. Change Order No. 1 with Best Contracting Services, Inc. for the Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4, is for a decrease in the contract amount of $460,351.00 for unused allowance. This will decrease the contract value from $9,033,865.70 to $8,573,514.70 with a credit going back to the District. Change Order No. 1 is also for a non-compensable time extension of 13 calendar days for extensive damage to wood decking, fascia, cross beams and stucco discovered at multiple sites during demolition of the existing roof system that led to additional days to make repairs. The contractor was given a standard ten percent (10%) allowance of $757,728.70 from the base bid for unforeseen conditions. BEST Contracting Services, Inc. Location Base Bid Add Alternate 1 Add Alternate 2 Benton $308,725.00 Dulles $565,334.00 $63,215.00 Eastwood $836,027.00 $79,355.00 El Camino $310,471.00 Escalona $808,250.00 Foster Road $846,406.00 $118,360.00 John Glenn $820,975.00 La Pluma $745,731.00 $76,665.00 Lampton $618,483.00 Moffitt $839,134.00 $186,911.00 Morrison $168,287.00 Nuffer $709,464.00 $87,425.00 $86,919.00 Total(s): $7,577,287.00 $611,931.00 $86,919.00 10% Cont. on Base Bid: $757,728.70 Total Base Bids + 10%: $8,335,015.70 Total Add Alternates: $698,850.00 Total Bid Award: $9,033,865.70 Credit Back to District: $460,351.00 Total Cost of Project: $8,573,514.70 Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Business Services File Attachments Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 (CO1 Best Contracting).pdf (566 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject F. Notice of Completion for the Districtwide Roofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 (Best Contracting Services, Inc.) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That the Board of Education authorize the filing of the Notice of Completion for the Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No.202526-4 with Best Contracting Services, Inc. Formal approval is required for the filing of a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder’s Office for the Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4. It is recommended that the Board of Education recognize the Project for completion and accept the work that was provided by Best Contracting Services, Inc. Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent Business Services File Attachments Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 (Notice NOC Sheet - Best Contracting Services, Inc.pdf (75 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject G. Change Order No. 1 to Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 (AME Builders, Inc.) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That Change Order No. 1 for Bid No. 202526-4 be approved. Change Order No. 1 with AME Builders, Inc. for the Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4, is for a decrease in the contract amount of $28,691.59 for unused allowance. This will decrease the contract value from $1,064,860.00 to $1,036,168.41 with a credit going back to the District. The contractor was given a standard ten percent (10%) allowance of $74,860.00 from the base bid for unforeseen conditions. AME Builders Inc. Location Base Bid Add Alternate 1 Add Alternate 2 Gardenhill $748,600.00 $241,400.00 Total(s): $748,600.00 $241,400.00 $0.00 10% Cont. on Base Bid: $74,860.00 Total Base Bids + 10%: $823,460.00 Total Add Alternates: $241,400.00 Total Bid Award: $1,064,860.00 Credit Back to District: $28,691.59 Total Cost of Project $1,036,168.41 Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Business Services File Attachments Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 CO 1 AME Builders.pdf (583 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject H. Notice of Completion for the Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 (AME Builders, Inc.) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That the Board of Education authorize the filing of the Notice of Completion for the Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No.202526-4 with AME Builders, Inc. Formal approval is required for the filing of a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder’s Office for the Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4. It is recommended that the Board of Education recognize the Project for completion and accept the work that was provided by AME Builders, Inc. Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent Business Services File Attachments Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No.202526-4 (NOC Sheet - AME Builders).pdf (75 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject I. Change Order No. 1 to Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 (ADCO Roofing, Inc.) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That Change Order No. 1 for Bid No. 202526-4 be approved. Change Order No. 1 with ADCO Roofing, Inc. for the Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4, is for an increase in the contract amount of $23,701.44. This will increase the contract value from $1,687,200.00 to $1,710,901.44. Change Order No. 1 is also for a non-compensable time extension of 14 calendar days for extensive damage to wood decking, fascia, cross beams and stucco discovered at multiple sites during demolition of the existing roof system that led to additional days to make repairs. The aforementioned change order includes the following changes: Cost to remove and replace deteriorated roof facia boards and wood decking at Edmonson Elementary based on approved unit costs. Cost to remove and replace damaged stucco soffit at roofline of MPR building at Edmondson Elementary and cost to install a base layer of insulation over the MPR building to bring new roof system level with existing fascia detail. A non-compensable time extension to repair extensive damage to wood decking, fascia, cross beams and stucco that was discovered during demolition of the existing roof system that led to additional days to make repairs. ADCO Roofing Inc. Location Base Bid Add Alternate 1 Add Alternate 2 Edmondson $178,000.00 $95,000.00 Hutchinson $34,000.00 $72,000.00 New River $260,000.00 $88,000.00 Ramona Head Start $830,000.00 Total(s): $1,302,000.00 $255,000.00 $0.00 10% Cont. on Base Bid: $130,200.00 Total Base Bids + 10%: $1,432,200.00 Total Add Alternates: $255,000.00 Total Bid Award: $1,687,200.00 Increase of Contract: $23,701.44 Total Cost of Project $1,710,901.44 Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Business Services File Attachments Districtwide Reroofing Project, Bid No. 202526-4 (CO1 ADCO Roofing).pdf (811 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject J. Award Bid for John Glenn High School Flagpole Project, Bid No. 202627-4 (Formal) Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 18. BIDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action That John Glenn High School Flagpole Project, Bid No. 202627-4 (Formal) be awarded to Co Brothers, LLC and that execution of the contract be authorized. Award Bid No. 202627-4 John Glenn High School Flagpole Project to Co Brothers, LLC for the installation of a 50’ flagpole, installation of concrete paving around flagpole, modifications and reconstruction of existing 6’ high chain link fencing, modifications to existing irrigation, and installation of artificial turf. Services will be provided for an amount not to exceed $119,000.00 and a District allowance in the amount of $11,900.00 is allocated for as-needed unforeseen conditions. Any unused portion of the allowance will be returned to the District as a change order. Bid No. 202627-4 (Formal) – John Glenn HS Flagpole Project Submitted by Steve Fericean, Director, Purchasing & Warehouse Referred to the Superintendent by Alva C. Diaz, Interim Assistant Superintendent, Business Services File Attachments John Glenn HS Flagpole Project, Bid No.202627-4 (Unsigned Agreement).pdf (102 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland 19. ACCEPTANCE OF FUNDS (CA) Subject A. 2025-2026 Infant Discretionary Funds Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 19. ACCEPTANCE OF FUNDS (CA) Type Action (Consent) Dollar Amount $1,279.00 Recommended Action That the resolution authorizing acceptance of the 2025–2026 Infant Discretionary Funds Grant in the amount of $1,279.00 be adopted. The California Department of Education has awarded the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District $1,279.00 in Infant Discretionary Funds for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Submitted and referred to the Superintendent by James Wood, Executive Director, Special Education File Attachments 2025 2026 Infant Discretionary Funds Resolution.pdf (55 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland 20. BUILDING PROGRAM (CA) Subject A. Notice of Exemption for the Norwalk High School Auto Lift Project Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 20. BUILDING PROGRAM (CA) Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action Authorization to file the Notice of Exemption with the Los Angeles County-Clerk Registrar Recorders Office. Per Title 14, Division 6, Chapter 3, Section 15301 (Class 1: Existing Facilities) of the California Code of Regulations, as part of the CEQA guidelines, the District may file a Notice of Exemption (NOE) for the Norwalk High School Auto Lift Project. Upon approval from the Board of Education, the District will file the attached NOE with the Los Angeles County Clerk-Registrar Recorders Office. The total filing fee for the NOE will be $25.00 that will be paid from Special Reserve Funds. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning & Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments FAC2508-45-0730-261012-NOE-NLMUSD-NHS Autolift NOE Form.pdf (839 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject B. RS Construction Service, Inc. for the Huerta Play Structure Project Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 20. BUILDING PROGRAM (CA) Type Action (Consent) Dollar Amount $29,400.00 Budget Source 01.0-26000.0-00000-85000-6280-1200000, ELOP Recommended Action That the Agreement be approved. Inspector Services Agreement with RS Construction Service, Inc. to provide Division of the State Architect (DSA) project inspection services for the Huerta Play Structure Project. This Agreement is effective October 13, 2026 through the completion of the Project. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT The DSA requires a DSA-approved inspector to be present on a project to verify that the work was completed per the plans in order for the project to receive DSA certification. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning & Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments FAC017-0637-260917-AGMNT-RS CONSTRUCTION-Inspection Services_Huerta Play Structure.pdf (520 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject C. RS Construction Service, Inc. for the John Glenn High School Flag Pole Project Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 20. BUILDING PROGRAM (CA) Type Action (Consent) Dollar Amount $33,600.00 Budget Source 40.0-00000.0-95200-85000-6280-4200000, Special Reserves Recommended Action That the Agreement be approved. Inspector Services Agreement with RS Construction Service, Inc. to provide Division of the State Architect (DSA) project inspection services for the John Glenn High School Flag Pole Project. This Agreement is effective October 27, 2026 through the completion of the Project. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT The DSA requires a DSA-approved inspector to be present on a project to verify that the work was completed per the plans in order for the project to receive DSA certification. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning & Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments FAC2502-42-0637-261007-AGMNT-RS CONSTRUCTION-Inspection Services_JGHS Flag Pole.pdf (521 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject D. MTGL, Inc. for the John Glenn High School Flag Pole Project Meeting Oct 26, 2026 - Board of Education Meeting Category 20. BUILDING PROGRAM (CA) Type Action (Consent) Dollar Amount $4,018.20 Budget Source 40.0-00000.0-95200-85000-6275-4200000, Special Reserves Recommended Action That the Agreement be approved. Consultant Services Agreement with MTGL, Inc. to provide materials testing and special inspection services for the John Glenn High School Flag Pole Project. This Agreement is effective October 27, 2026 through the completion of the Project. EXPLANATORY STATEMENT The Division of the State Architect (DSA) requires this service in order for the project to receive DSA certification. Submitted by Edith C. Florence, Director, Facilities Planning & Construction Referred to the Board of Education by Tania Magaña, Superintendent File Attachments FAC2502-42-0644-261008-AGMNT-MTGL-Spec Inspec and Testing_JGHS Flag Pole.pdf (1,070 KB) Motion & Voting That all items on the Consent Agenda (Items 16–26) be approved, with the exception of Items 18.D and 21.C, which were pulled for separate consideration and vote. Motion by Espie Free, second by Narcis Brasov. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yes: Norma Amezcua, Jose Rios, Robert Cancio, Narcis Brasov, Becky Langenwalter, Espie Free, Mark Copland Subject E. Little for the Norwalk Adult School MPR Building Structural Repair Project Meeti