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MINUTES - BOARD OF EDUCATION REGULAR MEETING
Fresno Unified School District
December 8, 2010
Fresno, California
December 8, 2010
Office of the Board of Education, Fresno Unified School District, Education Center, 2309
Tulare Street, Fresno, California, 93721.
Regular Meeting
At a regular meeting of the Board of Education of Fresno Unified School District, held on
December 8, 2010, there were present Members Asadoorian, Johnson, Mills, Moore,
Ryan, Vang, and President Davis. Also present was Superintendent Hanson.
President Davis convened the meeting at 4:00 p.m. in the Board Room and adjourned to
Closed Session to address items 1 through 6 on the agenda. Member Asadoorian
announced at 5:30 p.m. that the Board was still in Closed Session. The Board
reconvened in Open Session at 5:45 p.m., with Student Board Members Moua and
Perkins present.
Staff Present
Deputy Superintendent/CFO Quinto, Associate Superintendents Aguilar, Evans,
Gonzalez, Mecum, Tucker, CTO Madden, CIO Arias, Assistant Superintendents,
Akhavan, Bengel, Franks, Locker, Maldonado, Martinez, Sanchez, Smits, Temple, and
Executive Officers Harris and Hanrahan.
Reporting Out of Closed Session
1. The Board was informed of the appointment of Lindsay Sanders to Vice Principal III
on Special Assignment in School Leadership.
2. The Board was informed of the appointment of Rebecca Wheeler to Vice Principal
III, Bullard High School.
3. By a vote of 7-0-0, the Board took action in Closed Session for a Workers’
Compensation settlement on Viola Riggs, Case No. 2007-0708.
President Davis announced that she has been advised that after the agenda for today’s meeting
had already been posted, the District determined that “Unscheduled Oral Communication” had
been inadvertently omitted from the text of the agenda. However, the Brown Act and
specifically, Government Code Section 54954.2, permits the Board to add an item to the agenda
under these circumstances with a two-thirds vote. President Davis called for a motion to add the
“Unscheduled Oral Communication” to the agenda. Member Mills moved for approval,
seconded by Member Johnson, which carried unanimously.
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Pledge of Allegiance
Ms. Josephina Ceja, a parent volunteer who has had a positive impact at Greenberg
Elementary School led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Reports from Student Board Representatives from Edison
Student Representative EJ Lopez provided comments/reports from Student Board
Representatives hosted by Edison High School.
Proclamation Recognizing December 3, 2010 as “Day of the Special Educator”
ADOPTED, as recommended, Proclamation recognizing December 3, 2010 as “Day of
the Special Educator” and urge all Californians to recognize the dedication and hard
work of special educators in teaching pupils with unique needs. Member Moore moved
for approval, seconded by Member Mills, which carried unanimously on a roll call vote
of 9-0-0. Special Education teachers John Mouanoutoua, Linda Nimer and Carolee
Clayton accepted the resolution on behalf all the special educators in Fresno Unified.
Report from Superintendent
• Tonight’s Video Highlighted – dedication of the Baird Amphitheater last week. This was an
outstanding event celebrating the addition of a 600 seat venue that for the first time provides
a space for the entire school and staff to come together for performances and special events.
Baird families and staff spearheaded the fundraising for the amphitheater, including a
$10,000 donation from Downtown Rotary. The dedication also provided an opportunity to
honor Diane Parrish, who was the school’s first principal and was instrumental in
establishing an excellent foundation for the campus.
• Students Shadow Business Leaders – the Joint Taskforce, a group of business and education
leaders, made it possible for 48 Bullard High School students and 39 Edison High School
students to participate in a day long job-shadowing event at local businesses earlier this
fall. This was an opportunity for students to connect career paths with the real-world skills
required at various jobs, and to learn about the educational requirements to actually land
those jobs. Students were able to interact directly with employees from different departments
to better understand the day-to-day duties. Staff will be working with the Joint Taskforce and
high school career centers to schedule two more job-shadowing events for the spring.
• Fresno High Students Win Big at Innovation Competition – students in a Marketing II class at
Fresno High School taught by Janet Sanchez came up with a great idea: The Hydration Patch.
It’s worn on the skin to capture moisture from the air as a method of providing continuous
hydration to the wearer. The patch, entirely organic and non-allergenic, would even indicate
whether a person is dehydrated – and to what extent – by changing colors. The idea took the
top award in the “Green Product or Business” category at the World Series of Innovation,
which is sponsored by the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurship. Sixty-six
classrooms from 16 cities submitted entries. The class received $1,000 and each student
received a $20 gift card. Great job!
• Holiday Break – extend his sincere best wishes to everyone for a Happy New Year. As a
reminder all district offices will be closed the week of December 20; this week includes three
approved temporarily reduction days in the work days as well as two holidays. He hopes that
over the winter break they all have the opportunity to relax and spend quality time with
family and friends.
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Resolution in the Matter of Declaring Certification of the November 2, 2010, Election
ADOPTED, as recommended, resolution in the Matter of Declaring Certification of the
November 2, 2010 Election. Adoption of this resolution officially declares certification of
the November 2, 2010 Election resulting in the re-election of Lindsay Cal Johnson, Trustee
Area 1 and Valerie F. Davis, Trustee Area 3 to the Fresno Unified School District Board of
Education for a four-year term (2010/2014). Member Vang moved for adoption, seconded by
Member Ryan, which carried on a roll call vote of 7-0-2, with Student Members Moua and
Perkins abstained from taking action on this item.
Resolution in the Matter of One Nomination in Trustee Area for Elective Office; No
Election; Seating at Annual Organizational Meeting
ADOPTED, as recommended, resolution in the Matter of One Nomination in Trustee Area
for Elective Office; No Election; Seating at Annual Organizational Meeting. Pursuant to
Education Code sections 5326 and 5328, if only one person is nominated for an elective
office and therefore, a district election is not held, the person nominated shall be seated at the
organizational meeting of the Board as if elected at a district election. Members Asadoorian
and Vang will be seated in this position by operation of law because they ran unopposed for
their trustee area. Member Johnson moved for adoption, seconded by Member Vang, which
carried on a roll call vote of 7-0-2, with Student Members Moua and Perkins abstained from
taking action on this item.
Oath of Office to Re-Elected Board of Education Members Lindsay Cal Johnson, Trustee
Area 1; Valerie F. Davis, Trustee Area 3; Tony Vang, Ed.D., Trustee Area 4; and Michelle
A. Asadoorian, Trustee Area 7.
ADMINISTERED the Oath of Office to Fresno Unified School District’s Board of Education
members in order of Trustee Area as follows:
• Dr. Jerome Jackson, Ph.D., Pastor/Professor administered the Oath of Office to Lindsay
Cal Johnson, re-elected Board Member to Trustee Area 1. Member Johnson will serve a
four-year term (2010/2014). Member Johnson has served on the Board of Education
since 2006.
• Michelle Davis Angel administered the Oath of Office to Valerie F. Davis, re-elected
Board Member to Trustee Area 3. Member Davis will serve a four-year term
(2010/2014). Member Davis has served on the Board of Education since 2004.
• Larry Powell, Fresno County Superintendent of Schools administered the Oath of Office
to Tony Vang, Ed.D., re-elected Board Member to Trustee Area 4. Member Vang will
serve a four-year term (2010/2014). Member Vang has served on the Board of Education
since 2002.
• The Honorable Judge Brian Arax, Fresno County Superior Court, administered the Oath
of Office to Michelle A. Asadoorian, re-elected Board Member to Trustee Area 7.
Member Asadoorian will serve a four-year term (2010/2014). Member Asadoorian has
served on the Board of Education since 2006.
Member Ryan announced that in honor of School Board Month in January and the re-election of
Board Members Asadoorian, Davis, Johnson, and Vang, the Board of Education will host a
public reception on January 11, 2011 at the Downtown Club from 5 to 7 pm. Further
information of the event will be forthcoming.
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President Davis RECESSED for a reception honoring the re-elected Trustees.
Organization of the Board of Education
Superintendent Hanson presided over the organizational meeting of the Board of
Education and opened the nominations for President to the Board of Education and called
each Board Member in roll call order for nominations.
NOMINATIONS FOR PRESIDENT, BOARD OF EDUCATION
Member Asadoorian
Member Davis
Member Johnson
Member Mills
Member Moore
Member Ryan
Member Vang
None
Nominated Member Asadoorian
Seconded the nomination
None
Supports the nomination
Supports the nomination
None
Superintendent Hanson hearing no other nominations, Member Davis moved to close the
nominations, seconded by Member Vang, which carried a 7-0-2 vote, with Student
Members Moua and Perkins abstained from taking action on this item. Superintendent
Hanson called for a roll call to elect Member Asadoorian as President of the Board of
Education, which carried on a roll call vote of 7-0-2, with Student Members Moua and
Perkins abstained from taking action on this item.
Newly-elected President Asadoorian accepted nominations for the position of Clerk to
the Board of Education and called each Board Member in roll call order for nominations.
NOMINATIONS FOR CLERK, BOARD OF EDUCATION
Member Davis
Member Johnson
Member Mills
Member Moore
Member Ryan
Member Vang
President Asadoorian
None
Nominated Member Ryan
None
Seconded the nomination
None
None
None
President Asadoorian hearing no other nominations, Member Vang moved to close the
nominations, seconded by Member Davis, which a 7-0-2 vote, with Student Members
Moua and Perkins abstained from taking action on this item. President Asadoorian called
for a roll call to elect Member Ryan for Clerk of the Board of Education, which carried
on a roll call vote of 7-0-2, with Student Members Moua and Perkins abstained from
taking action on this item.
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President Asadoorian thanked the Board for their vote of confidence and for the
opportunity to serve. Collectively the last few years, their effectiveness to work together
has been the subject of much debate and with the ability to serve and called into
questions more times than anyone of them want to recall. But they remain committed in
working through the issues at hand and this evening, she is proud to say that they have
persevered through trying times and emerged in a more cohesive, more respectful and
more supportive group. They have learned to embrace each other’s strengths. Her
promise to all is to reach out and meet with them frequently as they continue to vet out
issues and press for policy changes that will benefit all the children that they were elected
to represent and thanked them all.
On motion by Member Vang, seconded by Member Davis, the Consent Agenda, exclusive of
Agenda Item: A-3, which was pulled for further discussion, was approved on a roll call vote of
9-0-0, as follows: Student Members Moua, Perkins, Members Davis, Johnson, Mills, Moore,
Ryan, Vang, and President Asadoorian.
A.
CONSENT AGENDA
A-1,
Personnel List
APPROVED, as recommended, Personnel List, Appendix A, as submitted.
A-2,
Findings of Fact and Recommendations of District Administrative Board
ADOPTED, as recommended, the Findings of Fact and Recommendations of District
Administrative Panels resulting from hearings on expulsion and readmittance cases
conducted during the period since the November 17, 2010 Regular Board Meeting.
A-3,
Submission of Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) Competitive
Grant to the California Department of Education
PULLED for discussion.
A-4,
Resolution Certifying Measure Q Bond Election
ADOPTED, as recommended, Resolution 10-32, which certifies the results of Fresno
Unified’s general obligation bond election conducted on November 2, 2010. Measure Q,
the Quality Neighborhood Schools, Classroom Repair and Teacher Retention Measure,
was approved by 75% of the voters and has been certified by the Fresno County
Clerk/Registrar of Voters. Education Code Section 15274 requires that the Board of
Education adopt a resolution canvassing and certifying the election results. There is no
direct financial impact.
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A-5,
Award Request for Proposal (RFP) #111006, Tray Sealing Equipment
APPROVED, as recommended, award of RFP #111006 to identify a qualified vendor to
supply tray sealing equipment lines for packaging meals at the Nutrition Center and
based on extensive review and successful negotiations of the following qualified
respondent.
Platinum Packaging Group (Paramont, California)
$490,323.00
Sufficient funds of $490,323 are available as follows: a combination of $264,640
received from the California Department of Education through the National School
Lunch Program Equipment Assistance Grant; and $225,683 from the 2010/11 Cafeteria
Fund budget.
A-6,
Change Orders for the Projects Listed Below
RATIFIED, as recommended, Change Orders and backup information for the following
projects:
1. Bid #090912A, Modernization of Kratt Elementary School
Change Order #3: $24,258. The new contract amount: $1,546,198.36.
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: installing new toilet partitions in
kindergarten and unisex bathrooms; installing additional tack board in classrooms; and
deduct (credit) for flooring material provided by district.
Sufficient funds of $24,258, the amount of Change Order #3, are available in the Measure
K budget. The total original contract amount was $1,410,000. The new contract amount,
including Change Order #3, will be $1,546,198.36.
2. Bid #090912B, Modernization of Malloch Elementary School
Change Order #4: $7,622. The new contract amount: $1,410,207.82
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: replacing doors and adding panic
hardware to doors in buildings “D”, “F”, and “H”; repairing drain in multi-purpose room
and relocating drain line in administration building; connecting waterlines in the
administration building and kindergarten restrooms; and deduct (credit) for eliminating
vision lights on five classroom doors and deleting air handler replacement in the multipurpose building.
Sufficient funds of $7,622, the amount of Change Order #4, are available in the Measure
K budget. The total original contract amount was $1,314,000. The new contract amount,
including Change Order #4, will be $1,410,207.82.
3. Bid #100335A, Construct Swimming Pool Complex at Bullard High School
Change Order #2: $89,660. The new contract amount: $4,591,561.
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: increasing the size of new storm
drain system to accommodate and tie in existing storm drain line south of the tennis
courts; modifying steel components at snack bar overhangs and steel canopies; expanding
capability of irrigation main line at pool area; relocating utility point of connections and
revising routing of electrical conduits and infrastructure; and deduct (credit) for decreasing
scope of work related to concrete paving, gates/fencing system, fire main system and
water valves.
Sufficient funds of $89,660, the amount of Change Order #2, are available in the
Unrestricted General Fund (high priority athletic facilities set-aside), Special Reserve and
Measure K budgets. The total original contract amount was $4,501,901. The new
contract amount, including Change Order #2, will be $4,591,561.
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A-6,
Change Orders for the Projects Listed Below - continued
4. Bid #100436, Modernization of Forkner Elementary School
Change Order #1: $31,776.31. The new contract amount: $1,900,754.31
This change order includes, but may not be limited to: furnishing and installing “Geo Tile”
carpet at exterior doors of 22 classrooms; replacing corroded water pipes and installing
new control valves on ten unit ventilators; and replacing deteriorated sanitary pipes and
installing concrete patch and ceramic tile floor finishes in one pair of student restrooms.
Sufficient funds of $31,776.31, the amount of Change Order #1, are available in the
Measure A budget. The total original contract amount was $1,868,978. The new contract
amount, including Change Order #1, will be $1,900,754.31
A-7,
Filing of the Notice of Completion for the Project Listed Below
RATIFIED, as recommended, the Notice of Completion for the following project, which
has been completed according to plans and specifications:
Bid #090912A, B: Modernization of Kratt and Malloch Elementary Schools
The 10% retention will be released after ratification of the Notice of Completion.
Sufficient funds are available in the 2010/11 Measure K budget.
A-8,
Award of Bid #111005, Exterior Painting at Kratt and Malloch Elementary
Schools
APPROVED, as recommended, award of Bid #111005 to paint the exterior of Kratt and
Malloch Elementary Schools to the lowest responsive, responsible bidders:
Site A (Kratt)
Site B (Malloch)
Wm. B. Saleh Co.
Ro’s Precise Painting
(Fresno, California) $39,286
(Sanger, California) $39,000
Sufficient funds of $78,286 are available in the 2010/11 Measure K budget.
A-9,
Award of Bid #110903, Modernization of McCardle and Slater Elementary Schools
APPROVED, as recommended, award of Bid #110903 to include the modernization of
classrooms, administration offices, and restrooms at McCardle and Slater Elementary
Schools to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder:
Durham Construction
(Clovis, California)
$4,156,200
Sufficient funds of $4,156,200 are available in the 2010/11 Measure K budget.
A-10, Purchase Orders from September 23, 2010, through October 29, 2010
RATIFIED, as recommended, the Purchase Orders in excess of $10,000 submitted for
ratification by the Board. Purchase Orders/contracts that are required by law to be
competitively bid will be submitted as separate agenda items. Funding is noted on the
attached pages.
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President Asadoorian stated that the Brown Act requires the public be given an opportunity to speak
on matters relating to the school district’s business during Board meetings and this Board welcomes
public comment as designated on the agenda. Matters presented during Public Comment will be
referred to the Superintendent for appropriate follow up. The Board recognizes that Public comment
speakers often have very strong feelings regarding school district issues, which may involve
individual school district employees or other persons. However, the Board expects all speakers to
appreciate the rights of others by conducting themselves in a civil and respectful manner at all times.
As Board President, she cannot permit any speaker to discuss confidential information regarding a
particular student or employee and must ensure that speakers abide by their obligation to respect the
rights of others. The Board appreciates their observance of these principles of civility, respect and
order, which will best ensure that the right of public comment is safeguarded without compromising
the efficient and effective conduct of Board meetings.
UNSCHEDULED ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Andrew Fabela
Expressed Concerns with the ongoing Malloch modernization project and stated that the
flooring issues and with the manner in which they were laid; tiles are coming apart and this
attributes to the lack of an oversight from the district; air conditioning not properly working
at the beginning of the school year. Many parents contributed to the renovation for a new
computer lab and computers and it looks great, because Measure K funds were only going
towards a new classroom. The lab does not have Smartboards and the projectors were not
properly installed by the contractor. The teachers and parents are all pulling together, but
they feel the school district is not supporting the school.
Debbie Darden
Addressed the members of the Board on behalf of the Golden Westside Planning Committee,
community, residence, and parents of Edison High School and expressed concerns with the
poor lack of leadership with the Edison’s football team; the bar that was once raised to high
standards is no longer there for students to achieve; practice time has been extended to 8 pm
with no transportation available for the students; practice running so late, leaving no time for
study time is unacceptable; awards banquet was not fully participated by many of the players,
because many of the students are not looking forward to next year’s football season. She
stated that under the previous leadership, 27 of the Edison high graduates who participated on
the football team were accepted to several prestigious colleges throughout the nation. She
concluded by stating that this is a very serious matter taking place in their community high
school and requested the Board look into this matter.
William Wright
Expressed concerns with the Edison football team’s leadership and with the article in the
Fresno Bee by Coach Jim O’Brian on October 28, 2010. He also stated there is a lot of
segregation taking place at the football games and this is not the type of role model they want
in their community from their leadership team. The coach’s comments to the media and to
students are unacceptable and they would like to see change take place from the top to the
bottom.
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UNSCHEDULED ORAL COMMUNICATIONS – continued
Lashandra Washington
Expressed concerns that her three sons are on the Edison High football team and are starting
school at 7 am in the study hall; however, no oversight by administration in the classroom
and is not enforced. Her children are struggling with their academics and have lost
confidence in their coach. The community needs a better coach for their students and the
Board needs to seriously look into this matter.
DeJanee Curry
Expressed concerns with the unprofessional conduct of one of the Edison’s assistant football
coach and the manner in which he addressed her brother for misplacing his football jersey in
front of all his teammates using vulgarity is unacceptable. Coaches need to show respect to
their players as much as they try to demand respect from their players. And by the assistant
coach’s conduct does nothing but demolish the team’s spirit and lowers their self-esteem. If
these coaches are to instill the Five Pillars of Character, which one of them is Respect; such
actions should not be tolerated.
Arogeanae Brown
Expressed concerns with the lack of African-American studies in the district and
questioned if it’s being thought in the middle schools. Requested the district respond to
her concern.
President Asadoorian stated that Associate Superintendent Tucker will address the
concerns of Ms. Brown.
B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA
A-3,
Submission of Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) Competitive
Grant to the California Department of Education
APPROVED, as recommended, the submission of the Enhancing Education Through
Technology (EETT) Competitive grant application to the California Department of
Education.
• Professional learning and classroom instruction will focus on the use of
technology as an instructional tool to address History/Social Science and English
Language Arts content standards and implement writing across the curriculum.
• The purpose of the EETT Competitive grant is to assist high poverty/low
performing schools in implementing a comprehensive research-based education
technology program.
• Only students in grades 4-8 are eligible to receive services.
• Maximum funds available to FUSD for the two-year grant will be about $300,000.
• Anticipated application due date is December 17, 2010.
Grant funds will cover all program costs.
Member Johnson expressed concerns with mathematics not included in this competitive
grant. He stated that the reading and math go together and if students cannot read; they
cannot grasp concepts. Also the number of students that will participate in this program,
because there are many students failing in those areas, particularly in the low-performing
schools. They need to look at the academic language for students.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
A-3,
Submission of Enhancing Education Through Technology (EETT) Competitive
Grant to the California Department of Education – continued
Associate Superintendent Tucker concurred with Member Johnson and stated that they will
obviously not overlook those areas. She stated this particular grant will build on work that is
already started at middle schools and the academic language is build into that and will be
incorporated into the work; they fully agree with the need with an emphasis in mathematics.
Member Johnson stated that this is important that the district move forward in this area,
because there are many students that are failing, especially in his trustee area that he
represents. Member Moore requested a copy of the grant with the funding source. Associate
Superintendent Tucker stated that she will provide the Board with the information. Member
Johnson moved for approval, seconded by Member Davis, which carried unanimously.
B-11, Facilities Update and 2009/10 Measure K Annual Report
PRESENTED information regarding the district’s facilities improvement and planning
activities including Facilities Master Plan implementation. The Measure K Annual Report for
the period July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010. The Annual Report is required by the Measure K
Oversight Committee bylaws, and includes a statement of compliance with Proposition 39,
Measure K project activity, and Measure K financial update/forecast.
Assistant Superintendent Temple provided the members of the Board with an update to the
Facilities Master Plan implementation and the 2009/10 Measure K Annual Report and
introduced and thanked some of the members of the committee that were present and the
local voters for supporting this critical funding source in March of 2001. She stated for the
record that the district’s annual financial audit includes the Measure K financial audit report.
Quarterly performance audits are conducted and presented to the Oversight Committee by the
district’s external auditor. The audits test a sampling of Measure K expenditures to determine
if they were properly expended and accounted for. The audits performed during 2009/10
concluded that each expenditure selected for testing was expended on a Meausre K project as
per the ballot; was a valid bond expenditure (project related costs), properly charged to the
location indicated; and, a properly coded as to the type of expenditure. The Measure K
Oversight Committee has affirmed that Fresno Unified is in compliance with each
requirement of Article XIIIA, Section 1(b)(3) of the California Consititution.
The presentation covered the following items:
• Measure K Annual Report for 2009/10
o Approved by the Measure K Oversight Committee on October 26, 2010
• Measure K Project Updates
• Measure K Expenditure Updates – through June 30, 3010
• Measure K Financial Forecast – as of December 2010
• Facilities Update
She stated that in early 2011, staff will present to the Board a recommendation to adopt a
resolution declaring Priority 1 Measure K completed for the funding earmarked. This action
will allow expenditure of Measure K funds on Priority II projects and will provide the Board
with more specific information that will be forthcoming.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-11, Facilities Update and 2009/10 Measure K Annual Report – continued
Staff will come before the Board in January to specifically discuss Measure Q projects and to
begin a series of discussions on recommendations for the bond oversight committee; school
and community input and engagement and the ad hoc facilities advisory committee; facilities
staff/organization to implement the projects; and alternative delivery methods. Information
will be forthcoming in the weeks to come.
An opportunity was provided to hear questions/concerns from members of the Board and
staff was available to respond.
Member Moore personally thanked the Board, community and voters for passing this school
bond and gave recognition to all the employees of Fresno Unified represented by the labor
groups of CESA, FTA, SEUI, and Building Trades, because without their efforts, this bond
would not have passed. He requested the Board compose a letter to all the employees
acknowledging their role and how much they appreciated their contributions. Assistant
Superintendent Temple referred the request to the Communications Office. President
Asadoorian stated that she will follow through with the request.
Member Mills stated that when staff comes back to the Board in January requesting approval
in acknowledging the completion of Priority I projects and funds can shift to Priority II, she
continued to express concerns that Priority 1 projects were for elementary schools, and when
Measure K was established, there was a determination that there was a need for more
elementary schools. Now, the district is not building as many as Measure K called for.
Assistant Superintendent Temple stated that when they develop the resolution for the Board’s
consideration, they can include a provision in the resolution to return to Priority I in the
future should that need be demonstrated. Member Mills expressed concerns with large
student population in the elementary sites in the central Fresno area. Under the adopted
Master Plan, it called for a maximum of 750 for the sites south of Shaw and 650 for sites
north of Shaw, with many of the school sites exceeding that number. Assistant
Superintendent Temple stated that when the Facilities Master Plan is fully implemented,
there will be a series of boundary changes for the better student balance population and will
continue to look into this. Member Moore stated that when staff returns to the Board with
recommendations, he would like to see an expansion of community participation, because he
values their input. President Asadoorian concurred with Member Moore’s comments.
Comments/questions were made by Moore, Mills, and President Asadoorian.
A copy of the PowerPoint is available in the Board Office upon request.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-12, 2009/10 Audited Financial Statements Prepared by Perry-Smith, LLP
DISCUSSED and APPROVED, as recommended, the 2009/10 Annual Financial Audit
Report as prepared by the district’s external auditors, Perry-Smith, LLP. The audit report has
been completed for submission to the State Department of Education. Each year the District
is required to have its financial statements audited by an independent accounting firm. We
are pleased to report that Fresno Unified School District has received an “Unqualified
Opinion” for the 2009/10 Audit, which is the best outcome available. In addition, the audit
resulted in no findings for Average Daily Attendance, no findings related to internal controls
(financial or compliance), no audit adjustments, and no findings related to Federal and State
awards.
Deputy Superintendent Quinto presented the members of the Board with the 2009/10 Audited
Financial Statements as prepared by the district’s external auditors, Perry-Smith, LLP for the
Board’s consideration. They are pleased to report that Fresno Unified has received an
unqualified opinion for the 2009/2010 audit and this is the best outcome available.
Mr. Steve Wescoatt from Perry-Smith pointed out a couple of items from the audit process
that involved three areas: financial statements; the audit of compliance with State laws and
regulations; and with Federal laws and regulations. The financial statements, the compliance
on the State and Federal indicate that Fresno Unified has received an unqualified opinion and
that the financial statements do present fairly the conditions of the district. The opinion on the
State compliance is that the district complied with all the State law regulations that were
required to audit. The opinion on the Federal compliance is that the district complied with all
the Federal requirements for all the programs that were required to test.
However, one finding related to Associated Student Body funds regarding cash and
reconciliation control procedures and district staff continue to work on with reviewing the
sites in making sure on how to improve on total control at the school sites. In conclusion, he
thanked all the staff in the district for all their support, but especially Executive Director
Canfield and Director Kelstrom.
An opportunity was provided to hear questions/concerns from members of the Board and
staff was available to respond.
Member Ryan stated that as chair of the Audit committee, she wanted to inform the public of
the fabulous job the external auditors are doing and ever since they have consulted with this
firm, they have never been late presenting a report to the state and on behalf of the Board,
thanked everyone for their hard work. Member Moore thanked the hard work of
Administrator Canfield.
Member Ryan moved for approval, seconded by Member Johnson, which carried
unanimously.
Comments/questions were made by Ryan, Mills, and Moore.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-13, 2010/11 First Interim Financial Report with a Positive Certification
DISCUSSED and APPROVED, as recommended, the 2010/11 First Interim Financial
Report. California school districts are required to approve the interim financial reports twice
each fiscal year. Presented for approval is the 2010/11 First Interim Financial Report, which
reflects a positive certification of the district’s financial condition.
Deputy Superintendent Quinto presented the members of the Board with the First Interim
Report for fiscal year 2010/11 with a positive certification. She reviewed the Financial
Reporting Timelines for the State and Local reports, provided an update to the 2010/11
finances, as well as provided the multi-year projections for the next two years.
The presentation covered the following items:
• Financial Reporting Timelines
• First Interim Report for 2010/2011
• Multi-Year Projections for 2011/2012 and 2012/2013
• Positive Certification
In conclusion, the First Interim Financial Report reflects the District’s year-to-date activity
through October 31, 2010, projecting out the current budget year and two subsequent fiscal
years as required. Those projections include updated revenues and expenses for major
changes since the Board adopted the 2010/11 budget.
An opportunity was provided to hear questions/concerns from members of the Board and
staff was available to respond.
Member Moore requested the Board receive copies of the School Services reports when
appropriate. Deputy Superintendent Quinto will provide copies when appropriate.
Member Davis questioned if the district has ever had a taskforce to track the reason families
are leaving the district, because the district needs to find a way to best serve the communities.
Superintendent Hanson stated that they had a report, but there was never a taskforce; only a
series on attendance and enrollment reports. He concurred with the Board and will certainly
revisit those reports. He will also provide the Board the information, as it relates to the
Governor state’s budget plan and will have a much clearer picture of what is before the
district. Member Davis requested information by grade level of students leaving the district.
President Asadoorian concurred with Member Davis and supports the need of a taskforce to
track ADA trends in the district.
Member Vang moved for approval, seconded by Member Davis, which carried unanimously.
Comments/questions were made by Moore, Mills, Davis, Vang, Johnson, Ryan, President
Asadoorian, and Superintendent Hanson.
A copy of the PowerPoint is available in the Board Office upon request.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
President Asadoorian RECESSED for a Break.
B-14, Academic Calendars for 2011-2012 and 2012-13.
DISCUSSED an overview of the process leading up to a final board adoption of the academic
calendar for 2011-12 and 2012-13 school years.
Public Information Officer Bedi and retired administrator Watts presented the members of
the Board with the work that has been completed up to now related to the academic calendars
for the next two school years. She stated that this year they expanded participation from the
community by posting two surveys online. By all counts, community participation has
increased, but differences of opinion continue. In the presentation, they discussed the
requirements of the academic calendar, the results of the surveys, and the areas of agreement
and disagreement.
The presentation covered the following items:
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Importance of the Calendar
Other Considerations
Results of All Surveys
Summary of Three Options
District Advisory Committees
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Mandates
Community Outreach: First Calendar Survey
Winter Break Preferences
Response to the Three Calendar Options
In conclusion, Ms. Watts informed the Board that the academic calendar for the next two
school years will return in January for the Board’s consideration.
An opportunity was provided to hear questions/concerns from members of the Board and
staff was available to respond.
Comments/questions were made by Ryan, Moore, Mills, Vang, President Asadoorian, and
Superintendent Hanson.
A copy of the PowerPoint is available in the Board Office upon request.
B-15,
Public Hearing on the Charter School Petition for Mid-Cal Entrepreneurial and
Mathematics Charter
HELD Public Hearing and DISCUSSED the Mid-Cal Entrepreneurial and Mathematics
Charter Petition (MID-CAL) submitted by Maureen Moore, the applicant’s designated
representative. The charter petition to establish Mid-Cal was received by the Board on
November 17, 2010 and is presented this evening for the public hearing.
• The charter developer proposes to offer a middle school educational program in the
West Fresno area, at 1825 S. Delno Avenue.
• MID-CAL intends to initially serve 75 underserved and academically low-achieving
students in grades 6; adding an additional grade each year to reach a projected student
enrollment of 225 students by year 2013.
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B-15,
Public Hearing on the Charter School Petition for Mid-Cal Entrepreneurial and
Mathematics Charter – continued
• The charter plans to provide a small middle school environment utilizing
entrepreneurial education and economic literacy enabling students to become lifelong
learners.
• District Charter Review Team members are currently reviewing the document to ensure
compliance with charter laws.
The petition is scheduled to return for a decision by the Board on January 12, 2011. For the
2011/12 school year, based on the assumption that all students reside within Fresno Unified
boundaries, it is estimated that the fiscal impact of the Mid-Cal Charter would be $188,232.
District Coordinator Odom presented the members of the Board with the Charter School
Petition for Mid-Cal Entrepreneurial and Mathematics Charter. The petition was received by
the Board on November 17, 2010 and is before the Board this evening for a public hearing.
An opportunity was provided to hear questions/concerns from members of the Board and
staff was available to respond.
President Asadoorian opened the public hearing. Superintendent Hanson requested staff call
out the status of the application for the Board.
District Manager Odom stated during the public hearing is the opportunity for the
community to provide their comments regarding the petition for the Mid-Cal Charter
School. The petition has been reviewed by district’s charter review team and at this time,
the completed report of findings has not been completed; however, they have started to
assemble the initial findings. After the team reviewed the report of findings, there were
some areas of concerns, which they have discussed with the Mid-Cal and meetings have
taken place to address the concerns. She stated that this is the fourth submission to the
district by Mid-Cal group. Initially, the petition was for an elementary program, but the
current petition before the Board is for a middle program; starting with 6 grade.
The areas of concern by the district’s charter review team are as follows:
• The areas of curriculum
• Contingency plan; if funds are not readily available
She stated that she will provide the Board with the report of findings by December 15, 2010
and the petition will return for the Board’s decision in January.
In hearing no other comments from the public or the Board, President Asadoorian closed the
public hearing.
Comments/questions were made by Moore, Ryan, Davis, Vang, President Asadoorian, and
Superintendent Hanson.
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B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA – continued
B-16, Delegates for the CSBA Delegate Assembly for Subregion 10-B
NOMINATED, as recommended, the elected members of CSBA’s Delegate Assembly for
Subregion 10-B. Delegates serve two-year terms: beginning April 1, 2011 through March
31, 2013. There are two required Delegate Assembly meetings each year, one in May in
Sacramento and on preceding the CSBA Annual Education Conference in
November/December. CSBA’s Delegate Assembly is a vital link in the association’s
governance structure. Working with local districts, county offices, the Board of Directors and
Executive Committee, Delegates ensure that the association reflects the interests of school
districts and county offices of education throughout the state.
Nominations for Subregion 10-B:
• James Karle (Sanger USD)
• Kathy Spate (Caruthers USD)
• Randel M. Yano (Clay Joint ESD)
Member Vang moved for approval of the three nominations for Subregion 10-B,
seconded by Member Davis, which carried unanimously.
C. RECEIVE INFORMATION & REPORTS
There were no items for receive.
BOARD/SUPERINTENDENT COMMUNICATIONS
Member Mills
• Informed the Board that the CSBA delegate assembly elected two new officers to the
executive board.
o President-elect Jill Wynns, a board member from San Francisco County Unified
School District; from a large urban district; and
o Vice President-elect Cindy Marks, a board member in the Modesto City School
District in Stanislaus County.
• Informed the Board that the CSBA delegate assembly adopted a platform item that calls
for CSBA to advocate for equity in the Title 1 funding that will impact the district in a
positive way.
• Received an email request from the Japanese American Citizens League to place an item
on the Board agenda to adopt a resolution recognizing Fred Korematsu’s Day - (AB
1775). She requested the resolution be placed on the January agenda for adoption and the
league will provide material for the classroom teachers.
Member Moore
• Requested a presentation on the district’s organizational chart, before they get into the
budget discussions and would like to see the administration by division and salary.
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Member Ryan
• Requested a copy of the resolution addressed by Member Mills prior to placing on the
agenda.
• Reminded the Board to hold the date of January 11, 2011 from 5 to 7 pm for the
reception at the Downtown Club.
Superintendent Hanson
• Informed the Board that binders for the January 12 meeting will be delivered December
17, but if they have other plans, please contact Joanne Hernandez.
Member Vang
• Extended an invitation to the members of the Board, Superintendent Hanson, staff and
teachers to the following events:
o ‘Visitors Day’ is scheduled for December 27, for Hmong New Year Day activities
at the Fresno Fairgrounds.
o December 31, his re-election committee will be hosting a reception in his honor.
D. ADJOURNMENT
Meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m.
With no further business to come before the Board of Education at this time, President
Asadoorian declared the meeting adjourned at 9:31 p.m.
MICHAEL E. HANSON, Secretary to the
Board of Education
Board Approved: February 23, 2011
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