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2260 D 08/25/2020 San Juan Unified School District Board of Education 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California 95608 Board of Education Minutes August 11, 2020 Regular Meeting Board of Education 5:15 p.m. Call to Order (A) The August 11 regular meeting was called to order by the president, Paula Villescaz. Roll Call Present (via Zoom from separate locations): Paula Villescaz, president Michael McKibbin, Ed.D., vice president Zima Creason, clerk Pam Costa, member Saul Hernandez, member Recess: Closed Session (B) The meeting was immediately recessed, with the board convening in closed session to conference with legal counsel regarding a student grade challenge, pursuant to Education Code 49070. Reconvene Open Session/Pledge of Allegiance (C) In the interest of public health, in compliance with California Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Orders N-25-20 and N-35-20, the California State Public Health Officer’s order that included social-distancing guidelines and avoiding group gatherings, the order issued by the Sacramento County Health Officer, directing all individuals to stay at home or at their residence and prohibiting all non-essential gatherings of any number and all applicable provisions of federal and state law, the August 11 regular meeting was conducted telephonically via the Zoom video conferencing platform and also streamed to YouTube. At 6:30 p.m. the meeting was called back to order by the president, Paula Villescaz. After the Pledge of Allegiance, Ms. Villescaz explained the two methods (electronically or on Zoom) available to submit public comments for tonight’s meeting. Minutes Approved (D) It was moved by Mr. Hernandez, seconded by Ms. Creason, that the minutes of the June 23 regular meeting be approved. MOTION CARRIED UANIMOUSLY [Villescaz, McKibbin, Creason, Costa, Hernandez]. It was moved by Dr. McKibbin, seconded by Ms. Creason, that the minutes of the July 16 special meeting be approved. MOTION CARRIED UANIMOUSLY [Villescaz, McKibbin, Creason, Costa, Hernandez]. Closed Session (E-5) Ms. Villescaz stated that there were no closed session actions to report at this time. Visitor Comments (F) via Zoom: Keri Wanner inquired if the district would be applying for the in-person elementary school waiver and encouraged more communication from the district.

2261 Consent Calendar Approved (G-1/G-6) It was moved by Ms. Costa, seconded by Dr. McKibbin, that the consent calendar items G-1 through G-6 be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Villescaz, McKibbin, Creason, Costa, Hernandez]. Personnel (G-1) Appointments and separations — approved as submitted. Purchasing Report (G-2) Purchase orders and service agreements, change orders, piggyback contracts and bids/RFPs — approved as submitted. Business/Financial Report (G-3) Notices of completion, quarterly investment report and warrants and payroll — approved as submitted. Gifts (G-4) Acceptance of gifts to Mesa Verde High School and Nutrition Services. Disposal of Surplus Property (G-5) Approval to dispose of surplus property pursuant to board policy 3270 and Education Code sections 17545 and 17546. Grant: COVID-19 Emergency School Nutrition Funding Grant (G-6) Approval to implement the following grant: COVID-19 Emergency School Nutrition Funding Grant, 2020. 2020-2021 Preparing for the Start of School Update (I-1) Superintendent Kern introduced Deputy Superintendent of Schools and Student Support Melissa Bassanelli who provided a comprehensive update on the work that has taken place in order to begin the 2020-2021 school year with distance learning, TK-8 homeschool and 9-12 independent study models. Ms. Bassanelli explained that many lessons have been learned since last spring and changes are being implemented for the fall related to reducing variability, improving safety nets, strengthening home to school connections and supporting practitioner implementation. Ms. Bassanelli provided details on a new program called Care Solace, an online resource with a live 24/7 concierge line meant to assist individuals in finding local mental health related programs and counseling services. Visitor Comment: [via Zoom] JS spoke regarding high school classes, attendance and the need for transparency. After visitor comment, board members made comments and posed questions. Mr. Hernandez thanked staff for listening to parent feedback from last spring and adjusting the distance learning program, and he requested periodic updates on the number of people using the Care Solace program. Superintendent Kern confirmed that updates on Care Solace would be provided, which is a program that has received positive feedback from surrounding school districts. Ms. Costa stated that, in addition to being excited about the Care Solace program, she was also excited about the number of lessons that have been created for the lesson bank, and she thanked the staff, teachers and review team who worked to ensure that the lessons meet SJUSD standards. Ms. Costa inquired if there would be future opportunities for professional development for staff who would like more, which Ms. Bassanelli explained that professional development modules are continually being developed. Ms. Creason spoke about several topics including: special education, the elementary waiver process, stakeholder engagement, timely communication for families, Care Solace and other mental health supports, student socialization and the parent hub. Ms. Creason also acknowledged the uncertainty that the new school year brings and encouraged families to be patient. Ms. Villescaz provided detailed information about the state’s guidance on the elementary waiver for limited in- person learning for K-6 students, explaining that waiver process is currently on hold due the state’s recent technical glitch related to COVID-19 data. Superintendent Kern reiterated that many factors need to be cleared up before any waivers would be considered by the state. Dr. McKibbin asked questions related to the continuation of zero period at high schools, the implementation of a structured schedule at the secondary level, the role of instructional assistants, and the lesson bank available to teachers, which Ms. Bassanelli addressed. Dr. McKibbin stated that the remarkable new ideas that are taking place in the district will set us apart. Ms. Villescaz commented on several items including how typical support services would translate into distance learning, the mechanics of the waiting list, meal distribution including appreciation for the community and partners who have stepped up to help, and attendance guidelines, which Ms. Bassanelli and Superintendent Kern addressed. California School Employees Association Proposal for Successor Contract 2020-2021 (I-2) Assistant Superintendent of Schools and Labor Relations Jim Shoemake presented the bargaining interests of the California School Employees Association, Chapter 127, for public comment. Ms. Villescaz called for public comment.

2262 Visitor Comment: [via Zoom] Tenille Stewart asked clarifying questions about the item. There were no further comments from the public or from board members. Presentation of the District’s Proposal With California School Employees Association for Successor Contract 2020-2021 (I-3) Item I-3 was pulled from the agenda and will be presented at a future date. Williams Complaint Report (I-4) General Counsel Linda Simlick explained that the district must report on the status of Williams-type complaints filed with the district per Education Code section 35186(d), which requires each school district to publicly report, on a quarterly basis, summarized data on the nature and resolution of all Williams-type complaints. Ms. Simlick stated that, during the time period from April through June 2020, there was one Williams-type complaint filed regarding sufficiency of textbooks at an elementary school during the school closure period in the spring, which was investigated, and it was determined that there was no education code violation, and a written response was provided to the complainant. Board Reports (J) Ms. Creason reported that she has recently spent time speaking with families and also many students, which has been inspiring, and she announced that towards the end of August there will be an online youth-led mental health event sponsored by the Mental Health Services Oversight and Accountability Commission. Dr. McKibbin shared that he observed a recent professional development session and was impressed with the way the school was addressing equity issues. Dr. McKibbin also noted the passing of two previous district employees: Mary Mastain, former reading specialist, and Jane Wise, former English teacher and principal at Casa Roble Fundamental High School. Ms. Villescaz reported that she recently attended San Juan Unified’s Smooth Start welcome meeting, the Superintendent’s Parent Advisory Committee (SPAC), and the California Association of Suburban School Districts (CALSSD) meeting. Future Agenda (K) No items were added to the future agenda. Visitor Comments (L) Visitor Comments: [via Zoom] JS commented on items related to privacy, class minutes, special education and transparency, and she also expressed her condolences. Stephanie Colbert recommended that additional medical staff be hired to assist with health screenings once students return to in-person learning. Meredith Coenen inquired if classes can be recorded and posted online for students to watch at a later time, and she also recommended students receive a tutorial on how to write effective emails. Tenille Stewart shared her concerns related to special education and technology, and she expressed support for in-person learning. Aoife Zuckerman advocated for more resources, more opportunities for student-voice and a better system to reach out to students. Visitor Comment: [received electronically during the meeting] Anna Quinonez expressed support for transitioning school resource officers into a different role on campuses. Closed Session Continued (B) At 8:33 p.m. the board returned to closed session to continue discussion on item B-1(a). Announcement of Action Taken in Closed Session Ms. Creason reported that the board voted unanimously to change a student’s grade and the board voted 4-1 to change a student’s grade from a “D” to a “C-”.

2263 Adjournment (M) At 9:22 p.m., there being no further business, the regular meeting was adjourned. ______________________________ ___________________________________ Paula Villescaz, President Kent Kern, Executive Secretary Approved: _________ :sc 08/25/2020

1 San Juan Unified School District Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California 95608 Paula Villescaz, President Michael McKibbin, Ed.D., Vice President Zima Creason, Clerk Pam Costa, Member Saul Hernandez, Member COVID-19 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES Please be advised the Board of Education meeting will be conducted telephonically only. NOTICE is hereby given that a telephonic meeting of the Board of Education of the San Juan Unified School District is hereby called by the board president, and will be held at 6:30 p.m., on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. The district is taking all necessary steps to prevent and mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on our community. Therefore, in the interest of public health, in compliance with California Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Orders N-25-20 and N-35-20, the California State Public Health Officer’s Order that included social-distancing guidelines and avoiding group gatherings, the Order issued by the Sacramento County Health Officer, directing all individuals to stay at home or at their residence and prohibiting all non-essential gatherings of any number, and all applicable provisions of federal and state law, this Board of Education meeting will be held telephonically. All board members, staff and others presenting at the meeting will be calling in via the Zoom video conferencing platform from separate locations. Given the above-identified orders and the need to ensure the health and safety of the staff and the public as a whole, physical attendance by the public cannot be accommodated; however, the district is making significant efforts to ensure public participation during this Board of Education meeting, and has taken the following steps to assist the public in accessing the meeting: 1. Online Submission of Public Comment. Public comments may be submitted using the comment form located on the district website at www.sanjuan.edu/august11. If you wish to submit a public comment on more than one agenda item, please submit a separate form for each item on which you are commenting. Comments received by 6:00 p.m., on August 11, 2020, will be provided to the members of the board in writing prior to the meeting. Comments received after 6:00 p.m., on August 11, 2020, may be read on the record during this meeting. All public comments will be limited to two (2) minutes or approximately 1,500 characters. Any portion of a comment extending past two (2) minutes or the approximate 1,500-character limit may not be read aloud due to time restrictions. All written comments that are not read into the record will be provided to the board members for review, provided that such comments are received prior to the end of the meeting. Please be aware that written public comments, including your name, may become public information. Under the Ralph M. Brown Act, the board is unable to respond to any individual comments or questions regarding items not on the agenda; however, the board listens carefully to all public comments and appreciates community input and participation. 2. Zoom Video Conferencing. Members of the public can make public comments via the Zoom conferencing platform. Members of the public can access Zoom from a computer, mobile device or tablet at http://www.sanjuan.edu/august11. All public comments will be limited to two (2) minutes. 3. Translation/Interpretation. Translation and interpretation services will be made available upon request with advance notice. If you wish to utilize these services, please notify the district at (916) 971-7111, or stephanie.cunningham@sanjuan.edu by noon on August 10, 2020. This allows for the scheduling of appropriate translation staff and other resources. 4. Disability Accommodations. A person with a disability may contact the Board of Education office at (916) 971-7111, or email stephanie.cunningham@sanjuan.edu at least 48 hours before the scheduled board meeting to request receipt of an agenda and other distributed writings in an appropriate alternative format or to request disability-related modifications or accommodations, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public board meeting. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Our community’s health and safety is our highest priority. The business to be considered at this board meeting is on the following agenda:

2 Board of Education Agenda August 11, 2020 A. OPEN SESSION/CALL TO ORDER/ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION TOPICS – 5:15 p.m. B. CLOSED SESSION – 5:15 p.m. 1. Conference with Legal Counsel a. Student grade/records challenge (Education Code section 49070) C. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – 6:30 p.m. D. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES – June 23, 2020, regular meeting, pages 2252-2256 and July 16, 2020, special meeting, pages 2257-2259. E. ORGANIZATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS – 6:35 p.m. 1. Staff Reports 2. Board-appointed/District Committees 3. Employee Organizations 4. Other District Organizations 5. Closed Session/Expulsion Actions (Government Code section 54957.1) F. VISITOR COMMENTS – 6:40 p.m. Board Bylaw 9323 limits visitor comments to two (2) minutes per speaker, with no more than 30 minutes per single topic. Time will be extended for any speaker who uses an interpreter. G. CONSENT CALENDAR – G-1/G-6 – 7:10 p.m. Action: The administration recommends that the consent calendar, G-1 through G-6, regarding regular business items, be approved. Any item may be removed for further discussion and separate action following consideration of remaining agenda items. 1. *Personnel – appointments and separations. 2. *Purchasing Report – purchase orders and service agreements, change orders, piggyback contracts and bids/RFPs. 3. *Business/Financial Report – notices of completion, quarterly investment report and warrants and payroll. 4. Acceptance of the following gifts: Mesa Verde High School: from CD Investments LLC – for football program: $1,000; from All Quality Graphics LLC – for football program: $250. Nutrition Services: from Carmichael Recreation and Park District Foundation – for negative meal debt: $150. 5. *Approval to dispose of surplus property pursuant to Board Policy (BP) 3270 and Education Code sections 17545 and 17546. 6. *Approval to implement the following grant: COVID-19 Emergency School Nutrition Funding Grant, 2020. *Material provided. H. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued, if necessary) Discussion and action on the items removed from the consent calendar. I. BUSINESS ITEMS 1. 2020-2021 Preparing for the Start of School Update – 7:15 p.m. (Kern) Material provided. Report: regarding an update on the opening of the 2020-2021 school year.

3 2. California School Employees Association Proposal for Successor Contract 2020-2021 – 7:45 p.m. (Shoemake) Material provided. (Discussed: 06/23/2020). Public Comment: regarding the bargaining interests of the California School Employees Association Chapter 127, pursuant to Government Code section 3540 et seq. and district board policy 4143.1. 3. Presentation of the District’s Proposal With California School Employees Association for Successor Contract 2020-2021 – 7:50 p.m. (Shoemake) Material provided. Discussion: regarding the bargaining interests of the governing board for negotiations with the California School Employees Association Chapter 127, pursuant to Government Code section 3540 et seq. and district board policy 4243.1. Public comment/action anticipated: 08/25/2020. 4. Williams Complaint Report – 7:55 p.m. (Simlick) Material provided. Report: regarding the status of Williams-type complaints filed with the district per Education Code section 35186(d), which requires each school district to publicly report, on a quarterly basis, summarized data on the nature and resolution of all Williams-type complaints. J. BOARD REPORTS – 8:00 p.m. K. FUTURE AGENDA – 8:10 p.m. The board may wish to identify items to be discussed at future meetings and the reasons therefore. L. VISITOR COMMENTS – 8:15 p.m. B. CLOSED SESSION (continued, if necessary) Announcement of topics/announcement of actions. M. ADJOURNMENT – 8:20 p.m. The Board of Education welcomes and encourages the public’s participation at the board meetings and has devoted time throughout the meeting for that purpose. You may comment on items included on this agenda; however, we ask that you limit your comments to two (2) minutes, so that as many people as possible may be heard (Education Code section 35145.5, Government Code section 54954.3). When an item indicates “material provided,” the additional information is available prior to the meeting in the Information and Communication Office, 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, (916) 979-8281, or on the district website at www.sanjuan.edu. A person with a disability may contact the Board of Education office at (916) 971-7111, or email stephanie.cunningham@sanjuan.edu at least 48 hours before the scheduled board meeting to request receipt of an agenda and other distributed writings in an appropriate alternative format, or to request disability-related modifications or accommodations, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public board meeting. NOTE: The times indicated are approximate. Mission Statement Valuing diversity and excellence, the San Juan Unified School District’s mission is to educate and inspire each student to succeed and responsibly contribute to a radically evolving world by providing innovative, rigorous, student-focused instruction and programs in a safe, caring and collaborative learning community.

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1 San Juan Unified School District Regular Meeting of the Board of Education 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California 95608 Paula Villescaz, President Michael McKibbin, Ed.D., Vice President Zima Creason, Clerk Pam Costa, Member Saul Hernandez, Member COVID-19 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION GUIDELINES Please be advised the Board of Education meeting will be conducted telephonically only. NOTICE is hereby given that a telephonic meeting of the Board of Education of the San Juan Unified School District is hereby called by the board president, and will be held at 6:30 p.m., on Tuesday, August 11, 2020. The district is taking all necessary steps to prevent and mitigate the effects of COVID-19 on our community. Therefore, in the interest of public health, in compliance with California Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Orders N-25-20 and N-35-20, the California State Public Health Officer’s Order that included social-distancing guidelines and avoiding group gatherings, the Order issued by the Sacramento County Health Officer, directing all individuals to stay at home or at their residence and prohibiting all non-essential gatherings of any number, and all applicable provisions of federal and state law, this Board of Education meeting will be held telephonically. All board members, staff and others presenting at the meeting will be calling in via the Zoom video conferencing platform from separate locations. Given the above-identified orders and the need to ensure the health and safety of the staff and the public as a whole, physical attendance by the public cannot be accommodated; however, the district is making significant efforts to ensure public participation during this Board of Education meeting, and has taken the following steps to assist the public in accessing the meeting: 1. Online Submission of Public Comment. Public comments may be submitted using the comment form located on the district website at www.sanjuan.edu/august11. If you wish to submit a public comment on more than one agenda item, please submit a separate form for each item on which you are commenting. Comments received by 6:00 p.m., on August 11, 2020, will be provided to the members of the board in writing prior to the meeting. Comments received after 6:00 p.m., on August 11, 2020, may be read on the record during this meeting. All public comments will be limited to two (2) minutes or approximately 1,500 characters. Any portion of a comment extending past two (2) minutes or the approximate 1,500-character limit may not be read aloud due to time restrictions. All written comments that are not read into the record will be provided to the board members for review, provided that such comments are received prior to the end of the meeting. Please be aware that written public comments, including your name, may become public information. Under the Ralph M. Brown Act, the board is unable to respond to any individual comments or questions regarding items not on the agenda; however, the board listens carefully to all public comments and appreciates community input and participation. 2. Zoom Video Conferencing. Members of the public can make public comments via the Zoom conferencing platform. Members of the public can access Zoom from a computer, mobile device or tablet at http://www.sanjuan.edu/august11. All public comments will be limited to two (2) minutes. 3. Translation/Interpretation. Translation and interpretation services will be made available upon request with advance notice. If you wish to utilize these services, please notify the district at (916) 971-7111, or stephanie.cunningham@sanjuan.edu by noon on August 10, 2020. This allows for the scheduling of appropriate translation staff and other resources. 4. Disability Accommodations. A person with a disability may contact the Board of Education office at (916) 971-7111, or email stephanie.cunningham@sanjuan.edu at least 48 hours before the scheduled board meeting to request receipt of an agenda and other distributed writings in an appropriate alternative format or to request disability-related modifications or accommodations, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public board meeting. Thank you in advance for your cooperation. Our community’s health and safety is our highest priority. The business to be considered at this board meeting is on the following agenda:

2 Board of Education Agenda August 11, 2020 A. OPEN SESSION/CALL TO ORDER/ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION TOPICS – 5:15 p.m. B. CLOSED SESSION – 5:15 p.m. 1. Conference with Legal Counsel a. Student grade/records challenge (Education Code section 49070) C. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION/PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – 6:30 p.m. D. APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES – June 23, 2020, regular meeting, pages 2252-2256 and July 16, 2020, special meeting, pages 2257-2259. E. ORGANIZATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS – 6:35 p.m. 1. Staff Reports 2. Board-appointed/District Committees 3. Employee Organizations 4. Other District Organizations 5. Closed Session/Expulsion Actions (Government Code section 54957.1) F. VISITOR COMMENTS – 6:40 p.m. Board Bylaw 9323 limits visitor comments to two (2) minutes per speaker, with no more than 30 minutes per single topic. Time will be extended for any speaker who uses an interpreter. G. CONSENT CALENDAR – G-1/G-6 – 7:10 p.m. Action: The administration recommends that the consent calendar, G-1 through G-6, regarding regular business items, be approved. Any item may be removed for further discussion and separate action following consideration of remaining agenda items. 1. *Personnel – appointments and separations. 2. *Purchasing Report – purchase orders and service agreements, change orders, piggyback contracts and bids/RFPs. 3. *Business/Financial Report – notices of completion, quarterly investment report and warrants and payroll. 4. Acceptance of the following gifts: Mesa Verde High School: from CD Investments LLC – for football program: $1,000; from All Quality Graphics LLC – for football program: $250. Nutrition Services: from Carmichael Recreation and Park District Foundation – for negative meal debt: $150. 5. *Approval to dispose of surplus property pursuant to Board Policy (BP) 3270 and Education Code sections 17545 and 17546. 6. *Approval to implement the following grant: COVID-19 Emergency School Nutrition Funding Grant, 2020. *Material provided. H. CONSENT CALENDAR (continued, if necessary) Discussion and action on the items removed from the consent calendar. I. BUSINESS ITEMS 1. 2020-2021 Preparing for the Start of School Update – 7:15 p.m. (Kern) Material provided. Report: regarding an update on the opening of the 2020-2021 school year.

3 2. California School Employees Association Proposal for Successor Contract 2020-2021 – 7:45 p.m. (Shoemake) Material provided. (Discussed: 06/23/2020). Public Comment: regarding the bargaining interests of the California School Employees Association Chapter 127, pursuant to Government Code section 3540 et seq. and district board policy 4143.1. 3. Presentation of the District’s Proposal With California School Employees Association for Successor Contract 2020-2021 – 7:50 p.m. (Shoemake) Material provided. Discussion: regarding the bargaining interests of the governing board for negotiations with the California School Employees Association Chapter 127, pursuant to Government Code section 3540 et seq. and district board policy 4243.1. Public comment/action anticipated: 08/25/2020. 4. Williams Complaint Report – 7:55 p.m. (Simlick) Material provided. Report: regarding the status of Williams-type complaints filed with the district per Education Code section 35186(d), which requires each school district to publicly report, on a quarterly basis, summarized data on the nature and resolution of all Williams-type complaints. J. BOARD REPORTS – 8:00 p.m. K. FUTURE AGENDA – 8:10 p.m. The board may wish to identify items to be discussed at future meetings and the reasons therefore. L. VISITOR COMMENTS – 8:15 p.m. B. CLOSED SESSION (continued, if necessary) Announcement of topics/announcement of actions. M. ADJOURNMENT – 8:20 p.m. The Board of Education welcomes and encourages the public’s participation at the board meetings and has devoted time throughout the meeting for that purpose. You may comment on items included on this agenda; however, we ask that you limit your comments to two (2) minutes, so that as many people as possible may be heard (Education Code section 35145.5, Government Code section 54954.3). When an item indicates “material provided,” the additional information is available prior to the meeting in the Information and Communication Office, 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, (916) 979-8281, or on the district website at www.sanjuan.edu. A person with a disability may contact the Board of Education office at (916) 971-7111, or email stephanie.cunningham@sanjuan.edu at least 48 hours before the scheduled board meeting to request receipt of an agenda and other distributed writings in an appropriate alternative format, or to request disability-related modifications or accommodations, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public board meeting. NOTE: The times indicated are approximate. Mission Statement Valuing diversity and excellence, the San Juan Unified School District’s mission is to educate and inspire each student to succeed and responsibly contribute to a radically evolving world by providing innovative, rigorous, student-focused instruction and programs in a safe, caring and collaborative learning community.

2252 D 08/11/2020 San Juan Unified School District Board of Education 3738 Walnut Avenue, Carmichael, California 95608 Board of Education Minutes June 23, 2020 Regular Meeting Board of Education 6:30 p.m. Call to Order/Open Session/Pledge of Allegiance (A) The June 23 regular meeting was called to order by the president, Paula Villescaz. In the interest of public health, in compliance with California Governor Gavin Newsom’s Executive Orders N-25-20 and N-35-20, the California State Public Health Officer’s order that included social-distancing guidelines and avoiding group gatherings, the order issued by the Sacramento County Health Officer, directing all individuals to stay at home or at their residence and prohibiting all non- essential gatherings of any number and all applicable provisions of federal and state law, the June 23 regular meeting was conducted telephonically via the Zoom video conferencing platform. After the Pledge of Allegiance, Ms. Villescaz explained the two methods (electronically or on Zoom) available to submit public comments for tonight’s meeting. Roll Call Present (via Zoom from separate locations): Paula Villescaz, president Michael McKibbin, Ed.D., vice president Zima Creason, clerk Pam Costa, member Saul Hernandez, member Minutes Approved (B) It was moved by Mr. Hernandez, seconded by Ms. Creason, that the minutes of the June 9 regular meeting be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Villescaz, McKibbin, Creason, Costa, Hernandez]. Staff Reports (C-1) Director of Equity and Student Achievement Diana Marshall provided an update on the recent work of the equity department. Board members made comments and Ms. Marshall answered questions from the board. Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Education Rick Messer shared information regarding the reopening of summer athletic conditioning programs. Board members made comments and Mr. Messer answered questions from the board. Board-appointed/district committees (C-2) Vice chair of the Bond Oversight Committee David Wolfe provided an update on the work of the committee during the 2019-2020 school year. Board members thanked Mr. Wolfe for his service, and Mr. Wolfe answered questions from the board. Visitor Comments (D) Visitor Comments: [via Zoom] Kasey Muraoka expressed support for giving families a choice of learning options in the fall. Jeffrey Massey stated that he appreciates the district taking a cautious approach to reopening. Lauren Leporini spoke regarding the families of incoming kindergarteners.

2253 Tenille Stewart expressed support for in-person learning rather than distance learning. Sabrina Bernardo expressed support for giving parents the ability to choose the learning model they prefer. Missy Pieri expressed support for high school students returning to in-person learning and also sports. Dena Maynor shared that she supports students going back to school in-person and participating in sports. Jen shared information regarding her students and distance learning. Visitor Comments: [received electronically before/during the meeting] Carrie Hutchings proposes a full opening of sports for student-athletes. Pepper Woern supports reopening athletics. Missy Pieri supports students returning to school full-time with all activities. Natalie Turner supports the traditional school year in the fall. Carol Nicita supports high school sports. Millie Burns would like full-time, on-campus learning to be considered. Emily Lewis supports in-person school and all activities without restrictions. Sharon Kelley commented on school sports and activities. Taja Ferrarini inquired when the plan for next school year will be announced. Lauren Leporini expressed concerns regarding lack of communication for incoming kindergarten families. Andrea Manning supports choice for learning in the fall. Rheane Gonzales supports the return of sports in the fall. Tracy Kliewer shared concerns regarding distance learning. Melissa Levering-Clark supports having student athletic programs in the fall Krissie Jones supports having a traditional school schedule as an option for the fall. Kristy Elder supports the reopening of sports. Keith Woods supports a traditional school setting and sports. Consent Calendar Approved (E-1/E-22) It was moved by Dr. McKibbin, seconded by Ms. Creason, that the consent calendar items E-1 through E-22 be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Villescaz, McKibbin, Creason, Costa, Hernandez]. Personnel (E-1) Appointments and separations — approved as submitted. Purchasing Report (E-2) Purchase orders and service agreements, change orders, piggyback contract and bids/RFPs — approved as submitted. Business/Financial Report (E-3) Notices of completion and warrants and payroll — approved as submitted. Gifts (E-4) Acceptance of gifts to Camp Winthers, Encina Preparatory High School and Northridge Elementary School.

2254 Disposal of Surplus Property (E-5) Approval to dispose of surplus property pursuant to Board Policy (BP) 3270 and Education Code sections 17545 and 17546. Actuarial Report (OPEB – Other Post-Employment Benefits) (E-6) Approval of 2019-2020 Actuarial Report (OPEB – other post-employment benefits). California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) and Children’s Center (CCTR) contracts and resolutions (E-7) Approval of the California State Preschool Programs (CSPP) and Children’s Center (CCTR) contracts and adoption of Resolution No. 2998 (CSPP-0415) and Resolution No. 2999 (CCTR-0190) for fiscal year 2020-2021. 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Aspire Alexander Twilight Secondary Academy and Aspire Alexander Twilight College Preparatory Academy (E-8) Acceptance of the 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Aspire Alexander Twilight Secondary Academy and Aspire Alexander Twilight College Prep Academy. 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for California Montessori Project (E-9) Acceptance of the 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for California Montessori Project. 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Gateway International School (E-10) Acceptance of the 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Gateway International School. 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Golden Valley Orchard Charter and Golden Valley River Charter (E-11) Acceptance of the 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Golden Valley Orchard Charter and Golden Valley River Charter. 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Options For Youth (E-12) Acceptance of the 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Options For Youth. 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Visions In Education (E-13) Acceptance of the 2018-2019 Annual Independent Financial Audit Report for Visions In Education. Capital Adult Education Regional Consortium Membership (E-14) Approval of the official designation of new members Richard Judge and Angela Rodriguez, and the removal of Lynn Bartlett, to the Capital Adult Education Regional Consortium (CAERC). Lease Amendments: Golden Valley Charter and Gateway Community Charter (E-15) Approval of the amendments to the lease agreements for Golden Valley Charter Schools at the Palisades and Filbert Avenue campuses and Gateway Community Charter at the Winterstein campus effective July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2025. Lease Amendments: California Montessori Project (E-16) Approval of the amendments to the lease agreements for California Montessori Project at the Coleman and Littlejohn campuses, effective July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021. Lease Amendments: Orange Grove (E-17) Approval of the amendments to the lease agreements for Aim Higher Inc. and United Cerebral Palsy of Sacramento and Northern California at 4640 Orange Grove Avenue, Sacramento, California 95841, effective July 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021. Resolution 3000: Second Lease Amendment for Arden Middle School New Construction Project (E-18) Adoption of Resolution No. 3000, approving the second amendment to the lease agreement for the Arden Middle School new construction project No. 002-9512-P1. Resolution 3001: Watt Avenue Property and Business Improvement District (E-19) Adoption of Resolution No. 3001, authorizing and directing the superintendent to sign a renewal petition and assessment ballots for the Watt Avenue Property and Business Improvement District. Grant: Indian Education Formula Grant Program (E-20) Approval to implement, if funded, the following grant: Indian Education Formula Grant Program 2020-2021.

2255 Grant: Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act Grant (E-21) Approval to implement, if funded, the following grant: Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Improvement Act Grant 2020-2021. Grant: Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Title II: Adult Education and Family Literacy Grant (E-22) Approval to implement, if funded, the following grant: Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Title II: Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Grant 2020-2021. Facilities Update for the 2020-2021 School Year (G-1) Assistant Superintendent of Operations, Facilities and Transportation Frank Camarda introduced Maintenance and Operations Manager Chris Ralston who provided an update on the current facility safety protocols related to the COVID- 19 response for the 2020-2021 school year, including how the Maintenance and Operations department will support all anticipated educational changes at district facilities. Mr. Ralston shared detailed information regarding the three-phase approach that is being implemented, and he also provided a PPE overview and inventory update as well as a list of pending action items. Visitor Comments: [via Zoom] Tenille Stewart inquired when parent groups would be able to return to campus to finish approved projects. Debbie Pelucca posed questions regarding the reopening of the early learning academy preschool. Tracy Kliewer expressed her thoughts regarding the need to get students back to school full time, prior to allowing outside third parties to use campus facilities. Mary Beth Barber commented about the importance of hand washing and a wearing mask. After visitor comments, board members made comments and staff answered questions from the board. Mr. Hernandez thanked staff for their efforts. Ms. Costa thanked staff and inquired about third-party users using the facilities, which Mr. Camarda explained. Ms. Creason thanked staff and expressed support as a parent regarding the safety and communication efforts. Dr. McKibbin expressed appreciation for being able to fabricate much of the supplies in-house and for considering the social-emotional well-being of staff. Dr. McKibbin inquired about face masks versus face shields, which Mr. Ralston explained that a variety of face coverings will be available in order to meet the different needs of staff and students. Ms. Villescaz supports the idea of peer-to-peer messaging at high schools via the student body, in order to help get messages out to students, and she also inquired about HVAC and water systems as well as the availability of supplies from the county health department, which Mr. Ralston addressed. Public Hearing: Increase in Statutory Developer Fees (G-2) Assistant Superintendent of Operations, Facilities and Transportation Frank Camarda presented a proposal for an increase in developer fees. Mr. Camarda explained that SchoolWorks Inc. was retained by the district to prepare a Developer Fee Justification Study which identified that the district met the nexus tests necessary to levy the current State of California maximum developer fee rates of $4.08 per square foot on residential development; $0.66 per square foot on commercial/industrial development; and $0.04 per square foot for rental self-storage. Ms. Villescaz declared the increase in statutory developer fees a public hearing and invited the public to speak. There being no comments or questions from the public, Ms. Villescaz declared the public hearing closed and invited board members to speak. Mr. Hernandez stated that at the recent the Facilities Committee meeting there was support for the item, however there was no formal vote taken due to the lack of quorum. It was moved by Ms. Costa, seconded by Mr. Hernandez, to adopt Resolution No. 2996 accepting the 2020 Level I Developer Fee Justification Study, updating the district’s statutory developer fees pursuant to Education Code section 17620 and declaring the change in fees as exempt from the provisions of CEQA. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY [Villescaz, McKibbin, Creason, Costa, Hernandez]. Presentation of the California School Employees Association Initial Proposal for Successor Contract 2020-2021 (G-3) Assistant Superintendent of Schools and Labor Relations Jim Shoemake presented the bargaining interests of the California School Employees Association, Chapter #127, for discussion, pursuant to Government Code section 3540 et seq. and district board policy 4143.1. Public comment was scheduled for August 11.

2256 Nomination for Sacramento County Treasury Oversight Committee (G-4) Ms. Villescaz presented the topic. It was moved by Ms. Villescaz, seconded by Ms. Costa, to submit a nomination for Mary Beth Barber for the School and Community College District Representative to the Sacramento County Treasury Oversight Committee. MOTION CARRIED UANIMOUSLY [Villescaz, McKibbin, Creason, Costa, Hernandez]. Board Reports (H) Ms. Costa shared that she was the district representative at the recent California Labor Management Initiative Virtual Summit, where she and other members of the Labor Management Initiative Committee participated in discussions related to COVID-19 and the reopening of schools. Dr. McKibbin stated that he was impressed with the recent listening and action sessions facilitated by the Equity Department, in conjunction with numerous community partners, in an effort to support students, staff and community members impacted by recent events surrounding racism; Dr. McKibbin said that although there is much work to be done, he feels the sessions will result in opportunities that will make a great difference. Also, Dr. McKibbin shared that he watched the Improve Your Tomorrow graduation ceremony and was touched by the many heart-warming stories. Ms. Villescaz thanked everyone who has emailed and/or spoken during public comment and acknowledged that the board hears

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