Board Member Alan Fernandes will lead those attending the meeting in a patriotic observance.

In the interest of conducting the business of public education in a timely manner, there is a two or three-minute limit per individual speaker which, at the discretion of the board president, may be modified depending on the number of speakers.  A maximum of thirty (30) minutes for the comment period may be imposed.

In order to maintain a respectful public forum, members of the audience will please limit applause to occasions of student performance, employee recognition, and significant community contributions which are celebrated by everyone present.

During this public comment period, the law does not allow the Board of Education to take action on any item not explicitly posted on the agenda in advance.  However, Board members may ask for clarification, refer concerns to staff, and/or request that an item be placed on a future agenda. 

Certificated Personnel Report No. 08-19 covers 1 Temporary FTE Increase, 1 Leave of Absence, 1 Retirement and 2 Coaching Variable Services Agreements.

The personnel actions are budgeted for in the Davis Joint Unified School District Adopted Budget or expressly approved by the Board of Education in open session. 

Classified Personnel Report No. 07-19 covers 2 Employments, 1 FTE Increase, 2 Resignations, 1 Retirement, 1 Transfer and possible addendum covering 5 Employments and 10 Coaching Variable Services Agreements.

Approve the recommended Certificated Substitute Pay Schedule.

Following an in-depth analysis of regional certificated substitute pay and substitute utilization,staff recommends the following changes be made to the Certificated Substitute Pay Schedule effective November 1, 2018;

1. Day to Day Substitutes (30 Day Credential) - $130 per day

2. Day to Day Substitutes (Full Credential) - $140 per day

3. Day to Day Substitutes (DJUSD retiree) - $165 per day

4. Day to Day (Current DJUSD Teacher) - $176 per day

5. Long Term Substitutes (more than 20 consecutive days in the same assignment) - $190 retroactive to the first day in that assignment.

Approve the following changes to the Confidential Employee Compensation and Benefits structure.

In the Spring of 2018 all employee groups received a 3.5% on-going salary increase and a 2% one-time payment for the Fall of 2018.  Additionally, each group received other salary, benefits or other contractual enhancements of .25% with the exception of Confidential Employees. Currently there are six confidential employees and due to recent changes in the groups’ demographics, staff is recommending the following changes be made retroactive to July 1, 2018 in order to remain aligned to the CSEA pay structure;

1. Change the benefits allocation for Confidential Employees to be equivalent to the CSEA bargaining group.

2. Increase longevity steps from 2.5% to 3%.

3. Add longevity steps at  15, 18 and  21 years.

Adopt the CEQA Notice of Exemption for the Domestic Water Well Treatment Project for Fairfield Elementary School

The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code Sections 21080 et seq. requires the District, as the project proponent, to prepare a Notice of Exemption if the proposed “project” is determined not to have a significant effect on the environment.

The District is applying for California Department of Water Resources Chapter 6(b) grant funds to conduct a pilot test to evaluate two potential new treatment methods, stannous chloride and stannous tin, to treat Hexavalent Chromium from the Fairfield Elementary School drinking water/irrigation well as described in Resolution 28-19.  The pilot test will treat the water to determine the effectiveness as a lower cost Hexavalent Chromium treatment alternative than the current more expensive State of California approved Hexavalent Chromium treatment systems for future application at the school well.

The project has been determined to fall into the “Categorically Exempted” (Class 1, Section 15301(c) - PRC 21084) category as defined in the California Environmental Quality Act. 

Approve Resolution 28-19 to apply for the California Department of Water Resources Chapter 6(b) grant funds to conduct a Hexavalent Chromium (CR6) treatment pilot test at the Fairfield Elementary School.

As a requirement of the grant, staff recommends the Board of Education approve Resolution 28-19 to apply for the California Department of Water Resources Chapter 6(b) grant funds to conduct a Hexavalent Chromium treatment pilot test at the Fairfield Elementary School water system.  This grant resolution authorizes the Davis Joint Unified School District Superintendent to sign the application.

The District is committed to providing safe and healthy facilities for optimal learning conditions.

This commitment is included in the District’s Strategic Plan (Strategy 2) and the Local Control Accountability Plan (Goal 2).

Adopt the CEQA Notice of Exemption for the Kindergarten Yard Fencing Project Phase 1

The California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Public Resources Code Sections 21080 et seq. requires the District, as the project proponent, to prepare a Notice of Exemption if the proposed project is determined not to have a significant effect on the environment.

The District’s objective is to raise the existing kindergarten yard fences from four (4) feet to six (6) feet, install new gates, and install ADA compliant paths of travel at Birch Lane Elementary, North Davis Elementary and Pioneer Elementary Schools.

Accept the gifts totaling $13,260 for this period presented for use in the District's programs.

The Board of Education gratefully accepts donations totaling $13,260 which have been received by the District since the Board of Education meeting held on October 18, 2018. A summary of gifts received is included in the Board packet.

Acknowledge the community of Measure M supporters. Approve the staff recommendations to begin planning and procurement activities to complete Series 1 funded projects including hydration stations, safety projects, construction of two elementary multi-purpose rooms, construction of science labs at Emerson Junior High School and any other additional Group 1 projects as funds allow.

Following the successful passage of the Measure M facilities bond the Board would like to thank the community of supports.

The Board will receive a report from staff regarding the planning for the Measure M Program of facilities projects, which upon completion will include approximately $200 million in construction projects within DJUSD. Staff will provide the Board with projected financial information from the Bond and other revenue sources, a project process overview and request approval for Series 1 funded projects.

Series 1 projects will cost the district approximately $50 million from Measure M Bond revenue.

Trustees will discuss placing a Parcel Tax for Employee Compensation Resolution (slated for the November 3, 2020 ballot) item for the December 20, 2018 Board Meeting agenda.

In order to close the compensation gap for all employees, the Board of Education and District staff are committed to the following actions:

1. Improving efficient operations

2. Maximizing state funding (i.e. improving attendance, exploring state funding increases, etc)

3. Committed to making Strategic Reductions

4. Looking for ways to increase the amount of take-home dollars for employees

5. Raising local revenue

No financial impact at this time.

Hear the final presentation of the DJUSD World Language Task Force, including a report of actions based on Task Force recommendations. 

On October 5th, 2017, the DJUSD Board of Education passed a motion to create a World Language Task Force, which was tasked with examining the following:

• Current barriers to student participation 
• Current funding support, predicted funding support needed for committee-proposed options, future funding opportunities and cost-neutral opportunities
• Additional immersion opportunities 
• Potential collaboration with community groups, local community colleges, and UCD
• The District's existing program in light of high school graduation requirements along with University of California and California State University language requirements
• Innovative programs offered by other school districts

This is the final presentation of the World Language Task Force work, inclusive of current and planned actions of DJUSD staff, which were informed by the research and recommendations of the World Language Task Force committees. The presentation is accompanied by a detailed report that includes staff actions, committee recommendations, and related resources. 

DJUSD is appreciative of all the World Language Task Force members, including parents, students and staff, for their work and contribution to this important project.

None at this time

Approve the employment contract extension between the Davis Joint Unified School District and John Bowes, Superintendent.

The Board will continue its contract discussion in Closed Session and the final contract will be available prior to Open Session Thursday evening.  It is anticipated the contract will extend the term of employment of Superintendent John Bowes to June 30, 2023.

The contract will not change the financial impact to the District at this time. 

Approve the employment contract extension between the Davis Joint Unified School District and Matt Best, Deputy Superintendent.

The Board will continue its contract discussion in Closed Session and the final contract will be available prior to Open Session Thursday evening.  It is anticipated the contract will extend the term of employment of Deputy Superintendent Matt Best to June 30, 2023.

The contract will not change the financial impact to the District at this time.

Approve the employment contract extension between the Davis Joint Unified School District and Rody Boonchouy, Associate Superintendent.

The Board will continue its contract discussion in Closed Session and the final contract will be available prior to Open Session Thursday evening.  It is anticipated the contract will extend the term of employment of Associate Superintendent Rody Boonchouy to June 30, 2023.

The calendar is a fluid, working document used by the Board President and Superintendent in support of the Board conducting efficient and effective Board meetings. Changes in the date of future agenda items occur frequently to best fit Board items into the time parameters of Board meetings and District priorities.  

The purpose of this item is to set the Board of Education's Annual Organization Meeting on December 20, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.                         

Under the provisions of Education Code section 35143 and Board Bylaw 9100, the governing board is required to set the day and time of its annual organization meeting at its regular meeting held immediately prior to the first Friday in December; that meeting falls on November 15, 2018.   The annual organization meeting shall be conducted within a 15-day period beginning with the same first Friday in December (December 7-22, 2018).  This year's annual organization meeting will be held on December 20, 2018.
 

In compliance with the Brown Act regulations, Monica Roque legally posted this agenda on November 9, 2018.

In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to access the Board meeting room or to otherwise participate during this meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, please contact the Superintendent's Office at (530) 757-5300 ext. 142. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the District to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the Board meeting.

Agenda Packets are available for review at the Davis Joint Unified School District office, 526 B Street (530-757-5300 x 142); or online at https://davis.agendaonline.net/public/davis.