Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education

3 Tuesday, May 28, 2024 Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Opening the Meeting is at 4:00 p.m. in the Board Room Closed Session begins at 4:05 p.m. in the Superintendent's Conference Room Years of Service Ceremony at 5:00 p.m. in the Auditorium Years of Service Reception at 5:45 p.m. in the Lobby Reconvene to Open Session at 6:00 p.m. in the Board Room 1300 Baker Street Bakersfield, CA 93305 A. Call to Order Subject 1. Call to Order and Roll Call Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category A. Call to Order Type Procedural Dr. Chris Cruz Boone, President Anthony Fuentes, President Pro Tem Lillian Tafoya Clerk Laura Guerrero Salgado, Clerk Pro Tem Brooke Malley Ault, Member File Attachments Subject 2. Public Comments Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category A. Call to Order Type Information Bakersfield City School District Board of Trustees Public Meeting Protocol and Instructions for Providing Public Comment during Board Meetings. To provide public comments: Members of the public may attend the meeting to provide public comments in person. Prior to the start of the meeting, persons wishing to speak will, on forms provided, indicate their name and the item on which they intend to speak. If the matter is listed as an item for Board action, the Board will not take action until persons who have requested to speak have done so. During special meetings, public comment is limited to items on the agenda. Please note, the Board may exercise its discretion regarding the amount of time for each public comment depending on the number of in-person forms that are received. Consistent with Board Bylaw 100.49, the total time allotted for an individual to speak to an item shall not exceed (3) three minutes and shall not exceed fifteen (15) minutes total on any one subject. In case of numerous requests to address the same item, the Board may select representatives to speak on each side of the item. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and upon request, individuals who require appropriate alternative modification of the agenda or accommodations in order to observe or participate in Board meetings are invited to contact Superintendent’s Office at (661) 631-4611 by noon on the Monday preceding the scheduled board meeting. File Attachments Subject 3. Adjourn to Closed Session Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category A. Call to Order Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended to adjourn to closed session. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended to adjourn to closed session. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault B. Closed Session - 4:05 p.m. Subject 1. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category B. Closed Session - 4:05 p.m. Type Closed Session Item File Attachments Subject 2. Discussion of Student Matters (Administrative Hearing Panel Recommendations and Alternative School Placement), pursuant to Education Code Section 48918(c) Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category B. Closed Session - 4:05 p.m. Type Closed Session Item File Attachments C. Years of Service Celebration - 5:00 p.m. Subject 1. Certificates of Service will be presented to BCSD Employees with 25, 30, 35, and 40 Years of Service Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category C. Years of Service Celebration - 5:00 p.m. Type Prepared by: Staff Analysis: File Attachments Subject 2. A reception will be held in the Front Entrance Lobby of the Ed Center to honor BCSD Employees with 25, 30, 35, and 40 Years of Service Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category C. Years of Service Celebration - 5:00 p.m. Type Prepared by: Staff Analysis: File Attachments D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Subject 1. Reconvene to Open Session Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended to reconvene to open session. File Attachments Subject 2. Pledge to the Flag Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 3. Report of Closed Session Action Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Report The Board President will report out on action taken during its recently concluded closed session. File Attachments Subject 4. Student Recognition for the Rotary District 5240 4 Way Essay Contest Winner Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Prepared by: Natalie Rosales, Administrative Secretary III, Confidential Staff Analysis: Superintendent Mark Luque will recognize Yuneimy Cruz Cardenas, a Mt. Vernon Elementary student, for placing 2nd in the Elementary School Division of the Rotary District 5240 4 Way Essay Contest. Rotary District 5240 Executive Assistant Governor Jacque Jans will present Yuneimy with a $250.00 check. File Attachments Subject 5. Perfect Attendance Award for Students Receiving Perfect Attendance from Kindergarten through Eighth Grade Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared By: Cindy Elmore, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Luque will present a certificate of recognition to the following students for achieving perfect attendance from kindergarten through eighth grade. Giovanni Torres Cabrera - Chipman Jr. High Kevin Torres - Chipman Jr. High Jorge Nolasco-Vargas - Curran Middle School Paula Cruz Nunez - Emerson Middle School Maria Lizet Donate Valdovinos - Sequoia Jr. High File Attachments Subject 6. Recognition of Clarence Medders Award Winners from BCSD Track Meet Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared by: Cindy Elmore, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Luque, along with After School Athletics Specialist Brain Haywood, will present the Clarence Medders Awards to the top male and female students from the District-wide Track Meet for Elementary and Junior High/Middle Schools. First Name Last Name School Christopher Gibson Pauly Elementary School Hailey Godinez Horace Mann Elementary School Isabella Cisneros Cato Middle School Nick Lomas Cato Middle School Sha'Mya Draper Stella Hills Elementary School File Attachments Subject 7. Recognition of Students for First Place at the Kern County Science Fair Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared by: Natalie Rosales, Administrative Secretary III, Confidential, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Luque will recognize Owens Elementary students who placed first at the Kern County Science Fair on March 12, 2024. First Name Last Name Grade Teacher Place Award Category Nathan Ramos-Leal 4 Katherine Auffant First Place Earth and Environmental Sciences Ethan Robles Vidrio 5 Katherine Auffant First Place Food Science Tristan Tolentino 5 Katherine Auffant First Place Mammalian Biology Ellie Huynh 6 Katherine Auffant First Place Behavioral & Social Sciences File Attachments Subject 8. Recognition of Students for First Place at the Kern County Oral Language Festival Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared by: Natalie Rosales, Administrative Secretary III, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Mark Luque and Mr. Mike Stone, Coordinator II, Visual and Performing Arts, will recognize the 2024 Kern County Oral Language Festival's first-place winners. The following staff will also be recognized for coaching these students: Ms. Helen Cuevas, Ms. Kathryn Douglas-Tierney, Ms. Nicole Mailer, Ms. Becky Riggs, Ms. Cynthia Bangert, and Ms. Michelle Franetovich. Grades 4-6 Category Student Name(s) School Serious Interpretation Solo Ellie Huynh Owens Elementary School Serious Interpretation Duo Sela Kramer and Emma Sabella Fletcher Elementary School Grades 7-8 Category Student Name(s) School Serious Interpretation Duo Camille Bean and Janiece Luna Chipman Jr. High School File Attachments Subject 9. Recognition of Students for receiving the Juliet Thorner Award Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared by: Cindy Elmore, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Mark Luque, along with Kathy Kozlowski, will recognize four sixth-grade students who were awarded the Juliet Thorner Award on April 30, 2024. Harding Elementary Mirari Vargas Amaya Vega Thorner Elementary Shyann Nelson Elena Cornejo File Attachments Subject 10. Board will take a five (5) minute recess Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Procedural File Attachments Subject 11. Recognition of BCSD Classified Employees of the Year Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared by: Cindy Elmore, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Luque and Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, will recognize BCSD Classified Employees of the Year for 2023- 2024 Category Employee Job Title Location Clerical & Administration Tami Weslow Specially Funded Clerk Cato Middle School Paraprofessional Services Laura Prado Library Media Assistant Harris Elementary Custodial & Maintenance Julius Co Site Custodian Thorner Elementary Health & Student Services Molly Hamer Licensed Vocational Nurse School Health & Wellness File Attachments Subject 12. Recognition of BCSD Teachers of the Year Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared By: Cindy Elmore, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Luque along with Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources will recognize the following teachers who were selected as BCSD's Teacher of the Year for 2023-2024 Alicia Arriola Harding Aaron Blize Sierra Daniel Hernandez Cato Stephanie Holladay Chavez Cattrice Toles Rafer Johnson File Attachments Subject 13. Recognition of the 2024 Kern County Teacher of the Year and Classified Employee of the Year Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared by: Cindy Elmore, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Mark Luque will recognize the 2024 Kern County Teacher of the Year and Classfield Employee of the Year: Kern County Teacher of the Year, Cattrice Toles, Restorative classroom teacher at Rafer Johnson Community Day School Kern County Teacher of the Year, Stephanie Holladay, Transitional kindergarten teacher at Chavez Elementary Kern County Classifield Employee of the Year, Tami Weslow, Specially Funded Clerk, Cato Middle School File Attachments Subject 14. Recognition of Chipman Jr. High School and Cato Middle School as California Distinguished School for 2024 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared by: Cindy Elmore, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Luque will recognize Principal Anthony Richardson of Cato Middle School and Tomas Prieto of Chipman Jr. High for being designated a California Distinguished School for 2024. File Attachments Subject 15. Recognition of Administrative Appointment Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Recognition Prepared by: Cindy Elmore, Administrative Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Superintendent Mark Luque will recognize Melissa Mabry for her recent appointment as Principal at Eissler Elementary School. File Attachments Subject 16. Approval of Minutes of the Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, and the Special Meetings on Tuesday, May 7, 2024 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Action Recommended Action It is recommended that the minutes of the Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, and the Special Meetings on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, be approved. File Attachments April 23 Meeting Minutes.pdf (301 KB) May 7 Special Meeting Minutes - Site Visit.pdf (187 KB) May 7 Special Meeting Minutes.pdf (238 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the minutes of the Regular Meeting on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, and the Special Meetings on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, be approved. Motion by Laura Guerrero Salgado, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 17. Request to Address Classroom Walkthroughs Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Discussion Prepared by: Andrea Selvey, Executive Assistant, Office of the Superintendent Staff Analysis: Mr. Lance Jacobs has requested an item be placed on the Board Meeting Agenda to discuss Classroom Walkthroughs. File Attachments Subject 18. Public Comments Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category D. Opening Items - 6:00 p.m. Type Information To provide public comments: Members of the public may attend the meeting to provide public comments in person. Prior to the start of the meeting, persons wishing to speak will, on forms provided, indicate their name and the item on which they intend to speak. If the matter is listed as an item for Board action, the Board will not take action until persons who have requested to speak have done so. During special meetings, public comment is limited to items on the agenda. Please note, the Board may exercise its discretion regarding the amount of time for each public comment depending on the number of in-person forms that are received. Consistent with Board Bylaw 100.49, the total time allotted for an individual to speak to an item shall not exceed (3) three minutes and shall not exceed fifteen (15) minutes total on any one subject. In case of numerous requests to address the same item, the Board may select representatives to speak on each side of the item. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and upon request, individuals who require appropriate alternative modification of the agenda or accommodations in order to observe or participate in Board meetings are invited to contact Superintendent’s Office at (661) 631-4611 by noon on the Monday preceding the scheduled board meeting. We thank you for your cooperation during these unprecedented times. Main Governing Board File Attachments E. (5) Five Minute Recess Subject 1. Board will take a five (5) minute recess Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category E. (5) Five Minute Recess Type Procedural File Attachments F. Reports of District Organizations Subject 1. Classified School Employees Association (CSEA), Chapter 48, Dinah May Jimenez, President Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category F. Reports of District Organizations Type File Attachments Subject 2. Laborers' International Union of North America (LIUNA), Local 777, Bob Boyd, President Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category F. Reports of District Organizations Type File Attachments Subject 3. Bakersfield Elementary Teachers Association (BETA), Steven Comstock, President Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category F. Reports of District Organizations Type File Attachments G. Board of Education Subject 1. Board Member Comments Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category G. Board of Education Type Discussion File Attachments Subject 2. Superintendent's Report - Mark Luque, Superintendent Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category G. Board of Education Type Report A report will be provided by Mark Luque, Superintendent. File Attachments Subject 3. Administrative Hearing Panel Action Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category G. Board of Education Type Action Fiscal Impact No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Administrative Hearing Panel’s recommendations be approved. Prepared by: Amy J. Burdick, Coordinator I Staff Analysis: The Administrative Hearing Panel (“Panel”) is empowered by the governing board to conduct expulsion hearings. The Panel’s findings of facts and recommendations were based on the evidence presented at the hearing. Due process is followed in all required areas (e.g., notification, timelines). Final action to expel a pupil shall be taken by the governing board in a public session. Staff has reviewed the attached Administrative Hearing Panel action. All recommendations are in accordance with law, district policy and agreed upon county-wide procedures. File Attachments Board Report NN 5_28_24.pdf (70 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Administrative Hearing Panel’s recommendations be approved. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault H. Educational Services Subject 1. Assistant Superintendent's Report Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Educational Services Type Report Mrs. Laura Orozco, Assistant Superintendent, Education Services, will provide a brief department update. File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of the Bakersfield City School District Multilingual Master Plan Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Educational Services Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Bakersfield City School District Multilingual Master Plan be approved for the 2024-2025 school year. Prepared by: Alfonso Ceja, Executive Director, Multilingual Education Programs Staff Analysis: The BCSD Multilingual Master Plan provides guidance and direction to administrators, certificated, and classified staff regarding the options available to parents and students including the expectations the District holds for each school and classroom in the District. It offers a practical guide for all staff to ensure that consistent, coherent services, are provided to every English Learner (EL), Standard English Learner (SEL), Second Language Learner, and Dual Immersion Learners in our District. File Attachments 2024-2025 BCSD Multilingual Master Plan.pdf (10,025 KB) 05-28-24 Multilingual Master Plan Presentation.pdf (1,527 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Bakersfield City School District Multilingual Master Plan be approved for the 2024-2025 school year. Motion by Laura Guerrero Salgado, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 3. Approval of the Update to the BCSD ESSER III Expenditure Plan - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $140,075,318.00 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category H. Educational Services Type Action Preferred Date May 28, 2024 Absolute Date May 28, 2024 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $140,075,318.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source ESSER III Funds Recommended Action It is recommended that the Update to the BCSD ESSER III Expenditure Plan be approved. Prepared by: Laura Orozco, Assistant Superintendent, Educational Services Staff Analysis: In response to COVID-19, the U.S. Congress passed American Rescue Plan (ARP), which was signed into law on March 11, 2021. The main funding source for LEAs under the ARP is the ESSER III funding which provides Districts with emergency relief funds to address the impact of COVID-19 on elementary and secondary schools across the nation. In addition to the completion of a Safe Return to In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan, districts are also required to complete an Expenditure Plan for the use of ESSER III funds. File Attachments 2023-2024 Update ESSER III Plan Update - Sheet1.pdf (72 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Update to the BCSD ESSER III Expenditure Plan be approved. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Anthony Fuentes. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault I. Business Services Subject 1. Assistant Superintendent's Report Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category I. Business Services Type Report Mrs. Sherry Gladin, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services, will provide a brief department update. File Attachments Subject 2. Approval of Interfund Transfers Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category I. Business Services Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $12,000,000.00 Budgeted No Budget Source General Fund Recommended Action It is recommended that the Board authorize the interfund transfer of $12,000,000 from the General Fund to the Pupil Transportation Equipment Fund, Post-Employment Benefits Fund, and Capital Outlay Projects Fund. Prepared by: Bea Corral, Director, Fiscal Services Staff Analysis: Staff is recommending that the Board authorize the following interfund transfers to utilize one-time General Fund budget savings toward other high need district priorities: Pupil Transportation Fund (Fund 15) - the sum of $2,500,000 shall be committed for future pupil transportation needs, specifically: the replacement of aging buses; purchases of additional buses for fleet expansion; and purchase of clean fuel and zero emission buses and infrastructure. The transfer will ensure that the Transportation Department bus needs are met without interruption to home-to-school services to prepare for the upcoming state zero emission home-to-school standards proposed to begin in 2025. Post- Employment Benefits Fund (Fund 20) - the sum of $2,500,000 shall be committed for the purpose of paying future retiree benefit premiums. As of June 30, 2023 the total post-employment benefit (retiree benefit) liability was measured at $106,611,771. Currently, the district has committed $14,787,632.68 towards funding this obligation. The district has the responsibility to provide retiree health benefits to qualifying retirees as specified within the collective bargaining agreement it holds with each employee group. Capital Outlay Project Fund (Fund 40) - the sum of $7,000,000 shall be committed for the purpose of future site acquisition and district capital outlay projects. It is recommended that the proposed transfers be authorized and the financial resources transfered into the Pupil Transportation Fund (Fund 15), Post- Employment Benefits Fund (Fund 20) and Capital Outlay Project Fund (Fund 40), be committed for the purposes stated above. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Board authorize the interfund transfer of $12,000,000 from the General Fund to the Pupil Transportation Equipment Fund, Post-Employment Benefits Fund, and Capital Outlay Projects Fund. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault J. Human Resources Subject 1. Assistant Superintendent's Report Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Report Mrs. Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources, will provide a brief department update. File Attachments Subject 2. Initial Proposal of Laborers International Union of North America, Local 777 (LIUNA) for Negotiation of a Successor Agreement Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Initial Proposal submitted by the Laborers International Union of North America, Local 777 for negotiation of a Successor Agreement between the District and LIUNA be received as a matter of record in compliance with Section 3547 of the Government Code. Prepared by: Ilse Velazquez, Employer-Employee Relations/Compliance Assistant Staff Analysis: The Initial Proposal submitted by LIUNA for Negotiation of a Successor Agreement between BCSD and LIUNA is attached. The Initial Proposal should be received as a matter of record in compliance with Section 3547 of the Government Code. File Attachments 5-28-24_LIUNA Proposals to Bakerfield City School District.pdf (1,418 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Initial Proposal submitted by the Laborers International Union of North America, Local 777 for negotiation of a Successor Agreement between the District and LIUNA be received as a matter of record in compliance with Section 3547 of the Government Code. Motion by Laura Guerrero Salgado, second by Brooke Malley Ault. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 3. Presentation of Initial Proposal of the Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with the Laborers' International Union of North America, Local 777 (LiUNA) for the 2024-25 School Year Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with LiUNA for the 2024-25 School Year be approved. Prepared by: Ilse Velazquez, Employer-Employee Relations/Compliance Assistant Staff Analysis: The Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with LiUNA for the 2024-25 school year is presented for approval. File Attachments 5-28-24_LIUNA Proposals to Bakerfield City School District.pdf (1,418 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with LiUNA for the 2024-25 School Year be approved. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Anthony Fuentes. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 4. Presentation of Initial Proposal of the Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with the California School Employees Association, Chapter #48 (CSEA) for the 2024-25 School Year Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with CSEA for the 2024-25 School Year be approved. Prepared by: Ilse Velazquez, Employer-Employee Relations/Compliance Assistant Staff Analysis: The Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with CSEA for the 2024-25 school year is presented for approval. File Attachments 2024-2025 BCSD IP to CSEA(4228615.1).pdf (90 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with CSEA for the 2024-25 School Year be approved. Motion by Anthony Fuentes, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 5. Presentation of Initial Proposal of the Bakersfield City School District (BCSD) Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with the Bakersfield Elementary Teachers Association (BETA) for the 2024-25 School Year Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with BETA for the 2024-25 School Year be approved. Prepared by: Ilse Velazquez, Employer-Employee Relations/Compliance Assistant Staff Analysis: The Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with BETA for the 2024-25 school year is presented for approval. File Attachments 2024-2025 BCSD IP to BETA.pdf (23 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Initial Proposal of the BCSD Board of Education for Reopener Negotiations with BETA for the 2024-25 School Year be approved. Motion by Laura Guerrero Salgado, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 6. Approval of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Bakersfield City School District and the Bakersfield Elementary Teachers Association (BETA) regarding the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 Intervention Tutoring Support Program Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Recommended Action It is recommended that the MOU between the District and BETA regarding the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 Intervention Tutoring Support Program be approved. Prepared by: Ilse Velazquez, Employer-Employee Relations/Compliance Assistant Staff Analysis: The District received the Learning Recovery Grant which is part of a learning recovery initiative intended to improve student outcomes. Education Code section 32526, subdivision (c)(2)(A-E) specifies the allowable uses of the funds including providing supplemental instructional services to students. To that end, the District provided advance written notice to BETA of its interest in establishing a tutoring Program outside of regular school hours to provide intensive, intervention services to students. The District and BETA agree to the following: The Intervention Tutoring Support Program shall be offered during the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 school years. The Program shall be offered to students for 14 weeks in the fall from September 3, 2024 through December 13, 2024 and from September 2, 2025 through December 12, 2025. The Program shall consist of 14 hours total of tutoring to occur outside regular student instructional hours, in minimum increments of fifteen (15) minutes, and shall be in support of the core curriculum based on the needs of the students and upon mutual agreement of the unit member and site administrator. Tutoring can be scheduled at the teacher's convenience on any workday except Wednesdays between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. All unit members excluding nurses are eligible to participate; participation is on a voluntary basis. Unit members who provide at least 14 hours of tutoring by the conclusion of the 14-week Program shall receive a one-time stipend in the gross amount of two thousand dollars ($2,000); ordinary payroll taxes and withholdings shall be made. Unit members who work less than the expected 14 hours of tutoring by the conclusion of the Program shall not receive the stipend and, instead, shall be paid at the project pay rate of $44/hour for all hours actually worked. Unit members who provide more than 14 hours of tutoring during the 14 weeks of the Program shall be paid at the project pay rate of $44/hour. The stipend and/or accumulated project pay shall be paid by January 10 of each school year during the term of this MOU. For the 2024/2025 school year only, the District will continue to provide up to 40 hours of paid planning time at the rate of $44/hour; such time may be used to prepare for Program tutoring sessions. Upon request by either party, the parties agree to meet and negotiate any revisions to this MOU for the 2025/2026 school year including the possible extension of paid planning time. This MOU shall automatically expire at the conclusion of the 2025/2026 school year unless extended by written mutual agreement. Please refer to MOU for complete language. File Attachments 5-28-24_MOU Intervention Tutoring Support.pdf (3,256 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the MOU between the District and BETA regarding the 2024/2025 and 2025/2026 Intervention Tutoring Support Program be approved. Motion by Laura Guerrero Salgado, second by Brooke Malley Ault. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 7. Declaration of need for fully qualified educators in accordance with the provisions of Education Code section 44225 (d) and (g), and 44300 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Declaration of Need for fully qualified educators in accordance with the provisions of Education Code section 44225 (d) and (g), and 44300, be adopted. Prepared by: Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Staff Analysis: If qualified and credentialed teachers are unavailable for employment, it is necessary to employ teachers in long-term positions with a lesser level of certification on an emergency basis; in order to maintain appropriate staffing and class size ratios. To enable the district to employ such teachers on an emergency basis for the 2024-25 school year, the attached declaration must be adopted by the Board of Education. File Attachments Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators 05-28-24.pdf (212 KB) J.7 Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators - Fully Executed.pdf (7,867 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Declaration of Need for fully qualified educators in accordance with the provisions of Education Code section 44225 (d) and (g), and 44300, be adopted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 8. Approval of the Certificated Human Resources Report Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Certificated Human Resources Report be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Staff Analysis: Employments; Employment of Substitutes; Changes; Resignations, Retirements, Separations; Non-Reelects File Attachments AMENDED Certificated HR Board Report 05-28-24.pdf (204 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the amended Certificated Human Resources Report be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Brooke Malley Ault. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 9. Approval of the Classified Human Resources Report Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category J. Human Resources Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the Classified Human Resources Report be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Christine Cornejo, Assistant Superintendent, Human Resources Staff Analysis: Employments; Employment of Substitute/Hourly Non-Certificated Employees; Changes; Resignations, Retirements, Separations; Dismissals, Terminations File Attachments Classified HR Board Report 05-28-24.pdf (136 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Classified Human Resources Report be approved as submitted. Motion by Anthony Fuentes, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault K. Board Policies Subject 1. Addition to Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 300.72, Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) (Second Reading) Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category K. Board Policies Type Action Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the revision to the Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 300.72, Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) (Second Reading) be approved. Prepared by: Tim Fulenwider, Ed. D., Executive Director, Instructional Support Services Staff Analysis: Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a burgeoning technology that has the potential for positive impact in enhancing the District's educational program and operations. In order to address responsible use of AI technologies and prioritize student, parent/guardian and staff safety, a policy authorizing the development of District guidance is needed. The new policy establishes: a) Governing Board vision regarding the use of AI technology including prioritization of human relationships and alignment with other District policies and administrative regulations; b) Authorization for the Superintendent or designee to develop guidelines regarding the transparent, safe, secure, ethical and legal use of AI technology in the District's instructional program and operations; and c) Direction related to use of District technology, academic integrity, prohibited uses, internet safety, and discipline. File Attachments BP 300.72 - Use of Artificial Inteligence (AI) - Second Reading.pdf (105 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the revision to the Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 300.72, Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) (Second Reading) be brought back for a third reading. Motion by Laura Guerrero Salgado, second by Lillian Tafoya. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 2. Revision to Board Policies and Procedures of the Bakersfield City School District, Section 400.28. Education for English Language Learners (Administrative Regulation - First Reading) Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category K. Board Policies Type Discussion Prepared by: Alfonso Ceja, Executive Director, Multilingual Education Programs Staff Analysis: State and federal law require the District establish procedures based on law for the identification, placement, and education of English Language Learners. The recommended revision to the existing Administrative Regulation identifies the Observations Protocol for Teachers of English Learners (OPTEL) as a criteria for reclassification. File Attachments AR 400.28 Education for English Learners - First Reading.pdf (199 KB) L. Consent Agenda Subject 1. Approval of the Consent Agenda Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. File Attachments Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 2. Interdistrict transfer for attendance - Fiscal Impact: No Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action The Interdistrict transfer agreements for attendance have been reviewed by staff. It is recommended that the Interdistrict agreements for attendance be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Amy Burdick, Coordinator I, Student Services Staff Analysis: When an Interdistrict transfer permit meets criteria established by the governing board, the permits are recommended for approval. The criteria established are consistent with applicable law and the policy for the governing board. The permits not meeting criteria are listed on a separate sheet. File Attachments Approve Incoming 05-28-23 B.D.pdf (54 KB) Approve Incoming 05-28-23 (1) B.D.pdf (62 KB) Deny Incoming 05-28-24 B.D.pdf (67 KB) Deny Incoming 05-28-24 (1) B.D.pdf (69 KB) Approve Outgoing 05-28-24 B.D..pdf (247 KB) Approve Outgoing 05-28-24 (1) B.D.pdf (81 KB) DENY OUTGOING 05-28-2024 (1) B.D.pdf (66 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 3. Educational Study Trips, Out-of-Town - Fiscal Impact: No Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact No Budgeted No Recommended Action It is recommended that the field trip be approved as submitted. Prepared by: Monica Naranjo, Clerk VIII , Instructional Support Services Division Staff Analysis: The attached field trip extends ten miles or more beyond District boundaries and require the approval of the governing board. These field trips have been reviewed and meet the requirements set forth in Board Policy. File Attachments Board Docs May 2024.pdf (104 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 4. Consultant Services - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $55,793.00 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $55,793.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Various Recommended Action It is recommended that the agreements for personal consulting services be approved. Prepared by: Sherry Gladin, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services Staff Analysis: It is requested that the Board of Education approve the agreements for personal consulting services between the District and named consultants and authorizes execution by the District's administrative officer. File Attachments Consultant Service Board Listings - 5_28_2024.pdf (106 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 5. District Financial Summary for April 30, 2024 - Fiscal Impact: No Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Recommended Action It is recommended that the District Financial Summary for April 30, 2024 be received as a matter of record. Prepared by: Bea Corral, Director, Fiscal Services Staff Analysis: Attached for the Board's information is the financial summary for the month ending April 30, 2024. The financial summary is presented by fund and includes a balance sheet showing assets, liabilities and year-to-date fund balance for the District as of the first of the month and the same information as of the close of the month. In addition, an income and expenditure statement is included showing the budgeted income and expenses for the current period, year-to-date actuals, as well as the remaining available balance. For comparative purposes, a financial summary for the month ending April 30, 2023 are attached behind the financial summary for the month ending April 30, 2024. File Attachments BOARD ITEM 05_28_24 FINANCIAL SUMMARY APRIL 2024.pdf (1,291 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 6. Payment of Warrants to Vendors for the period of May 28, 2024 to June 11, 2024 and Ratification of Accounts Payable Register for the period of April 10, 2024 to May 14, 2024 - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $19,436,145.52 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $19,436,145.52 Recommended Action It is recommended that the payment of warrants to vendors tof the period of May 28, 2024 to June 11, 2024 and Ratification of Accounts Payable Register for the period of April 10, 2024 to May 14, 2024, be approved. Prepared by: Bea Corral, Director, Fiscal Services Staff Analysis: Due to the length of time between Board meetings, it is necessary to release payment to vendors prior to June 11, 2024. The Accounts Payable Register for payments released prior to June 11, 2024 will be submitted to the Board of Education for ratification at the June 11, 2024 Board meeting. The attached Accounts Payable Register, in the amount of $19,436,145.52, lists all payments issued to vendors from April 10, 2024 to May 14, 2024. The authorization to release payments to vendors during this time frame was previously approved by the Board of Education and is now presented for ratification. File Attachments BOARD ITEM 05_28_24 PAYMENT OF WARRANTS.pdf (778 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 7. CSUB Kern Urban Teacher Residency 2024-2024 LOU - Fiscal Impact: Yes, TBD Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source LCFF and Teacher Residency Expansion Grant Recommended Action It is recommended that the Service Agreement with CSU Bakersfield be approved. Prepared by: Evanjelina Martinez, Administrative Secretary II, New Teacher Development Staff Analysis: The renewal of this LOU will set forth the terms and understanding in which the District will enhance and expand cooperative efforts between the California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) on the innovative teacher residency program, known as, Kern Urban Teacher Residency (KUTR) students (Residents) in the program and the District. The District will work in conjunction with the KUTR residents, mentor teachers and residency faculty in providing development and support surrounding the preparation of the teachers and students. Term of this LOU is from July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. File Attachments LOU between CSUB & BCSD (TED) 5.28.24 (10627).pdf (539 KB) L.7 CSUB Kern Urban Teacher Residency LOU - Fully Executed.pdf (18,375 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 8. Renewal Agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC to provide Enrollment Projections, Residential Development Research, Web-Based Student View System and School Locator - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $33,007.25 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $33,007.25 Budgeted Yes Recommended Action It is recommended that the renewal agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC, be approved. Prepared by: Sherry Gladin, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services Staff Analysis: The District has successfully contracted with PowerSchool Group LLC, formerly known as DecisionInsite, for assistance with school boundary planning, enrollment projections, residential development research and access to PowerSchool Group's web-based student view system. Our agreement also provides access to the My School Locator application which is made accessible on BCSD's website as a useful tool for parents to determine their school of residence. The district's agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC expires at the end of the current fiscal year. It is recommended that the agreement be renewed for an additional one-year term based on PowerSchool's successful performance over the past ten years and the district's need for continued services in the areas of boundary and enrollment planning. The renewal rate includes a 7% increase in fees from the previous agreement amount. File Attachments Agreement with PowerSchool and BCSD 5.28.24.pdf (51 KB) L.8 Renewal Agreement with PowerSchool Group LLC - Fully Executed.pdf (5,005 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 9. Renewal Agreement for Professional Services with Dannis Woliver Kelley - Fiscal Impact: Yes, Cost Based on Usage Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Budgeted Yes Budget Source General Fund Recommended Action It is recommended that the Renewal Agreement with Dannis Woliver Kelley, for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, be approved. Prepared by: Sherry Gladin, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services Staff Analysis: This renewal agreement with Dannis Woliver Kelley (DWK) will provide general counsel legal services to Bakersfield City School District and allow continuity of counsel on pending legal matters. The term of this agreement is July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. Services will be provided at the rates shown on the attached agreement. File Attachments Agreement between DWK legal Services 2024-2025 - 5.28.24.pdf (454 KB) L.9 Renewal Agreement for Professional Services with Dannis Woliver Kelley - Fully Executed.pdf (7,801 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 10. Renewal Agreement for Administration of School Crossing Guard Program - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $1,868,521.00 annually Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $1,868,521.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source General Fund Recommended Action It is recommended that the renewal of the Agreement for Administration of the School Crossing Guard Program with Gordon Special Services, Inc. from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027, be approved., Prepared by: Sherry Gladin, Assistant Superintendent, Business Services Staff Analysis: The district provides contracted crossing guard services at various elementary and middle school crossing locations for the safety of our school community. Our current contract with Gordon Special Services, Inc. for crossing guard services will expire on June 30, 2024. The district issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Crossing Guard Services which closed on April 30, 2024. Five proposals were received in response to our RFP. Staff is recommending Gordon Special Services, Inc. be awarded a contract for a term of three years beginning July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027, wth two 1-year renewable options, at the discretion of the district, for a total length of up to five years. Staff's recommendation is based on Gordon Special Services, Inc. submitting the lowest cost proposal, in addition to their past satisfactory performance of crossing guard services within the district. File Attachments Gordon Specialized Services - Crossing Guard Agreement 2024 - 5.28.24.pdf (590 KB) BCSD Crossing Guard Proposal Worksheet.pdf (119 KB) L.10 Renewal Agreement for Administration of School Crossing Guard Program - Fully Executed.pdf (49,227 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 11. Renewal Agreement for Services with School Facility Consultants - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $58,800.00 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $58,800.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source General Fund Recommended Action It is recommended that the Contract for Services with School Facility Consultants renewal, for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, be approved. Prepared by: Sherry Gladin , Assistant Superintendent, Business Services Staff Analysis: The District wishes to renew the contract for services with School Facility Consultants of Sacramento to represent the District with pertinent State regulatory agencies regarding the following matters: To assist the District in determining and maximizing eligibility for State funding of new school construction and/or modernization of school facilities under the State School Facility Program. To assist the District with the preparation and submittal of State applications required for eligible new construction, modernization, and/or seismic projects. To work closely with the District, architect, and all applicable State agency staff to make certain all projects are moving through the approval process in a timely manner. To monitor meetings of the State Allocation Board and the Office of Public School Construction and Legislative Committees on issues affecting the District's applications. To assist the District with School Facility Program project close-out issues. To assist the District with planning services, as requested by the District and accepted by School Facility Consultants. The monthly fee for these services increased by 3% from the previous year's rate which was $4,750 per month. Any services requested in excess of 25 hours per month will be billed as outlined in the attached contract. File Attachments Agreement with School Facility Consultants 5.28.24.pdf (286 KB) L.11 Renewal Agreement for Services with School Facility Consultants - Executed.pdf (3,639 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 12. Facility Agreements with California State University Bakersfield - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $5,720.00 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $5,720.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source LCAP Recommended Action It is recommended that the Facility Agreement between Bakersfield City School District and California State University Bakersfield for the use of the Dezember Leadership (DLDC) and Tejon Ranch Plaza to be approved. Prepared by: Michael Stone, Coordinator, Visual and Performing Arts Staff Analysis: This agreement is for the use of the Dezember Leadership (DLDC) and Tejon Ranch Plaza for the following event. Elementary Oral Language Festival on December 14, 2024. File Attachments Facility Use Agreeement between CSUB and BCSD 5.28.24.pdf (583 KB) L.12 Facility Agreemets with California State University Bakersfield - Executed.pdf (14,828 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended that the Consent Agenda be approved as submitted. Motion by Lillian Tafoya, second by Laura Guerrero Salgado. Final Resolution: Motion Carries Yea: Lillian Tafoya, Laura Guerrero Salgado, Chris Cruz Boone, Anthony Fuentes, Brooke Malley Ault Subject 13. Renewal Licensing Agreement for Document Tracking Services web-based application to support the development of School Plans for Student Achievement and School Accountability Report Cards - Fiscal Impact: Yes, $12,375.00 Meeting May 28, 2024 - Meeting of the Bakersfield City School District Board of Education Category L. Consent Agenda Type Action (Consent) Preferred Date May 28, 2024 Fiscal Impact Yes Dollar Amount $12,375.00 Budgeted Yes Budget Source Title I and Unrestricted Recommended Action It is recommended that the renewal of the Licensing Agreement for Document Tracking Services web-based application to support the development of School Plans for Student Achievement and School Accountability Report Cards from June 1, 2024 through June 1, 2025 be approved. Prepared by: Rocio Ramos, Administrative Secretary II, State & Federal Programs Staff Analysis: The current licensing agreement for Document Tracking Services web-based application to support the development of School Plans for Student Achievement and School Accountability Report Cards, is due to expire on May 31, 2024. The term of the new agreement is June 1, 2024 through June 1, 2025. BCSD has contracted with Document Tracking Services for 14 years to provide these services. The license fee for the School Plans for Student Achievement is $9,900. The license fee for the School Accountability Report Cards (SARC) is $2,475.00. File Attachments Agreement with Document Tracking Services and BCSD 5_28_24.pdf (994 KB) L.13 Renewal Licensing Agreement for Document Tracking Services - Fully Executed.pdf (8,284 KB) Motion & Voting It is recommended t