CENTRAL UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT



CENTRAL UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT

BOARD OF TRUSTEES - REGULAR MEETING

December 14, 2010 - 6:00P.M.

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CALL TO ORDER:

President Jimenez called the regular meeting of the Central Union High School District Board of Trustees to order at 6:00P.M.

SWEARING IN OF NEW BOARD MEMBER:

Dr. Budde administered the Oath of Office to newly elected board member EMMA LOU JONES.

CLOSED SESSION:

The Board of Trustees and Superintendent adjourned into closed session to discuss the following: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE MATTERS, pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.5 and 54957; PENDING/POTENTIAL LITIGATION, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (b) Subdivision (b) (1); CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR, pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6;

TRUSTEE ARRIVES:

Trustee Hindman arrived at 6:20 P.M.

OPEN SESSION:

The Board of Trustees reconvened into open session at 7:00 P.M. President Jimenez announced the following action taken in closed session:

Trustee Vogel moved to approve the request from STEVE EVANGELIST, CUHS Assistant Principal/Athletic Director for the retirement stipend and post employment retiree benefits; motion seconded by Trustee Walker.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

Trustee Hindman moved to deny in it’s entirety the Tort Claim #11182010 filed against the Central Union High School District on behalf of Student #11182010; motion seconded by Trustee Walker

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

ROLL CALL:

Present: Trustees Jeanne Vogel, Jacinto Jimenez, Lee Hindman, Steve Walker, Emma Jones. C. Thomas Budde, Sheri Hart, Maria Ambriz, Sherry Spencer, Carol Moreno, Danette Morrell, Jeff Magin, Dennis Price,

FLAG SALUTE:

Trustee Jones led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

PUBLIC SWEARING IN OF BOARD MEMBER:

C. Thomas Budde, Superintendent administered the Oath of Office to newly elected board member EMMA LOU JONES. Ms. Jones was welcomed by all.

BOARD OF TRUTEES - REGULAR MEETING

December 14, 2010 - 7:00 P.M.

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ELECTION OF PRESIDENT AND CLERK OF THE BOARD FOR 2010:

Trustee Hindman moved to elect Trustee Vogel as President of the Board for 2011; motion seconded by Trustee Walker.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

Trustee Walker moved to elect Trustee Hindman as Clerk of the Board for 2011; motion seconded by Trustee Jimenez.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

PLAQUE PRESENTATION:

Dr. Budde presented Trustee Jimenez with a plaque in recognition of his year of service as President.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA:

Trustee Hindman moved to approve the agenda as presented; motion seconded by Trustee Vogel.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

STUDENT REPRESENTATIVE REPORTS:

Nadia Mercado, CUHS Student Board Representative reported on the following student activities:

Ruby Ruiz, DOHS Student Board Representative reported on the following student activities:

Recent graduations; senior activities; CAHSEE testing; Softball game v. teachers; Second semester transfers.

Alex Hernandez, SHS Student Board Representative reported on the following student activities:

The Board of Trustees recognized the Central Spartans Football Team for a successful season. Coach Kevin Bird introduced the team and coaches. Trustee Vogel rang the bell.

PUBLIC COMMENT SESSION:

President Vogel declared a public hearing session open for the purpose of hearing comments, presentations or requests on matters not listed on this agenda.

There being no other comments, oral or written, President Jimenez declared the public hearing session closed.

CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS:

Trustee Labrada moved to approve the consent agenda items as presented; motion seconded by Trustee Acosta:

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

Minutes - November 10, 2009 regular meeting. Warrant Orders - #111009,1-7; #111709, 1-5; #112--9, 1-2; #120109, 1-3. Personnel Report - Payroll Warrants #5B 11/30/09 - $2,000,210.93. Certificated Employment for the 2009-2010 School Year - ALLISON JAUREGUI, School Nurse/Health Services Coordinator Eff. 10/26/09. Classified Employment - ISELA SANDOVAL, Bus Attendant Eff. 11/02/09. Classified Employment Hourly - ARGELIA PEREZ, SHS Food Service Asst. I (2.0 hrs) Eff. 10/29/09; ESTEBAN MARTINEZ, SHS Stage Crew Eff. 11/16/09; Migrant Work Study Students - MARITZA ESCOBEDO, BRENDA GARCIA, MARTIN HERRERA, YESSENIA HINOJOSA, CYNTHIA HUERTA, ALMA ISABEL LIMON, AHILIN NAVARRO, RUAL SALAS, SHS; LEONEL LOPEZ-DIAZ; CUHS Eff. 11/12/09-06/03/10, JUAN FERRAES, SHS AVID Tutor Eff. 10/12/09. Classified Resignation/Separations - CHRISTINE DUARTE, Bus Driver Transportation Eff. 06/03/09. Approval of the submission of the Statement of Facts Roster of Public Agencies Filing to the State of California Secretary of State. Approved the Agreement between the Department of Social Services and the CUHSD (Central Union Adult School) in the amount of $32,761 for GED and Test preparation class exclusively for CalWORKS’s participants for FY 2009-2010; Approved the Agreement between the Department of Social Services and the CUHSD (Central

BOARD OF TRUSTEES - REGULAR MEETING

December 08, 2009 - 6:00 P.M.

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CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS: (continued)

Union Adult School) in the amount of $31,104 for English as a Second Language Immersion classes exclusively for CalWORK’s participants for FY 2009-2010. Approve the October 2009 Valenzuela/CAHSEE Lawsuit Settlement Quarterly Report on Williams Uniform Complaints pursuant to Education Code 35186(d). Approved the Medi-Cal Administrative Activities (MAA) Memorandum of Understanding between the CUHS and the County of Imperial Eff. July 1, 2009 - June 30, 2010. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding between the CUHSD and the County of Imperial Public Health Department for the distribution and administration of the H1N1 vaccine to students within the district boundaries.

Approved the Memorandum of Understanding between the CUHSD and Imperial County Office of Education for AVID Implementation Training for school site leaders. Approved the second reading of the proposed revisions to Board Policies and Administrative Regulations as presented. Approved the School Spirit Donation Program Agreement between the CUHSD and Ohiopyle Prints, Inc., MyTown Originals.

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 120809-07 AUTHORIZING THE COUNTY SUPERINTENDENT’S OFFICE TO MAKE CORRECTIONS ON COMMERCIAL AND/OR PAYROLL WARRANTS:

Trustee Vogel moved to adopt Board Resolution No. 120809-07 Authorizing the County Superintendent’s Office to Make Corrections on Commercial and/or Payroll Warrants; motion seconded by Trustee Labrada.

Motion: Carried Roll Call Vote: Ayes-5

BOARD RESOLUTION NO. 120809-08 DESIGNATING C. THOMAS BUDDE TO SIGN ANY AND ALL SCHOOL ORDERS ON BEHALF OF THE DISTRICT:

Trustee Walker moved to adopt Board Resolution No. 120809-08 Designating C. Thomas Budde, Ph.D. to sign Any and All School Orders on Behalf of the Central Union High School District; motion seconded by Trustee Acosta.

Motion: Carried Roll Call Vote: Ayes-5

APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED SCHEDULE OF BOARD MEETINGS FOR 2010:

Trustee Acosta moved to approve the proposed schedule of board meetings for 2010; motion seconded by Trustee Walker.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

ELECTION OF BOARD REPRESENTATIVE TO SERVE ON THE IMPERIAL VALLEY REGIONAL OCCUPATIONAL PROGRAM (IVROP) BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR 2010 AND 2011:

Trustee Jimenez moved to nominate RICHARD ACOSTA to serve on the Imperial Valley Regional Occupational Program (IVROP) Board of Directors for 2010 and 2011; motion seconded by Trustee Walker.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

BOARD OF TRUSTEES - REGULAR MEETING

December 08, 2009 - 6:00 P.M.

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ELECTION OF BOARD REPRESENTATIVE TO SERVE ON THE EL CENTRO EDUCATION FOUNDATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR 2010 AND 2011:

Trustee Vogel moved to elect RICARDO LABRADA to serve on the El Centro Education Foundation Board of Directors for 2010 and 2011; motion seconded by Trustee Jimenez.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

NOMINATION FOR CSBA 2010 DELEGATE ASSEMBLY REPRESENTATIVE:

Trustee Walker moved to nominate Calexico Unified School District Trustee SALVADOR PACHECO as a representative to CSBA’s Delegate Assembly for Subregion 18B Imperial County; motion seconded by Trustee Labrada.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

APPROVAL OF THE APPLICATION FOR A CALIFORNIA PARTNERSHIP GREEN ACADEMY GRANT:

Trustee Vogel moved to approve the Central Union High School application for a California Partnership GREEN Academy Grant; motion seconded by Trustee Acosta.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

PUBLIC HEARING ON THE FLEXIBILITY TRANSFERS OF TIER III CATEGORICAL PROGRAM FUNDS:

President Jimenez declared a public hearing open for the purpose of receiving testimony in regards to the transfer of Tier III categorical program funds.

Dennis Price expressed concern over adult education funding received and not used for intended purpose.

There being no other comments, oral or written, President Jimenez declared the public hearing session closed.

APPROVAL OF THE PROPOSED USE OF PREVIOUSLY RESTRICTED PROGRAM (TIER III) FUNDS FOR ANY EDUCATIONAL PURPOSE:

Trustee Walker moved to approve the proposed use of previously restricted program (Tier III) funds for any educational purpose; motion seconded by Trustee Acosta.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

ADOPTION OF BOARD RESOLUTION #120809-06 OF THE CENTRAL UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT APPROVING THE 2009-2010 CASH TRANSFERS:

Trustee Vogel moved to adopt board resolution #120809-06 approving the Cash Transfers as proposed for the 2009-2010 fiscal year; motion seconded by Trustee Walker.

Motion: Carried Roll Call Vote: Ayes-5

APPROVAL OF THE 2009-2010 FIRST PERIOD INTERIM REPORT:

Trustee Vogel moved to approve the 2009-2010 First Period Interim Report as presented; motion seconded by Trustee Labrada.

Motion: Carried Vote: Ayes-5

BOARD OF TRUSTEES - REGULAR MEETING

December 08, 2009 - 6:00 P.M.

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AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CUHSD AND THE CITY OF EL CENTRO FOR USE OF FACILITIES :

Tabled to a future meeting. Staff was requested to meet with City of El Centro staff to review contract language. No action taken.

INFORMATION ITEMS:

Monthly budget and cash flow report was presented for the information of the board.

Letter of Acknowledgement from the ICOE regarding the submission of the 2008-2009 Unaudited Actuals Report.

SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT:

Dr. Budde provided an update on the meetings of the Strategic Budget Committee and reported that recommendations on budget reductions would be forthcoming in January 2010. Their next meeting is scheduled for December 15, 2009,

Dr. Budde reported that he had researched the issue of a parcel tax with the district’s consultants and would have additional information at a later date.

Dr. Budde reviewed the evaluation report on the Central Union High School pool recirculation and filtration system.

ECSTA AND CSEA COMMENTS:

Dennis Price, ECSTA President stated that the board just approved board polices that states counseling will be provided to student relating to hate motivated behaviors.

Patrick Strobel, ECSTA Vice President requested a copy of the criteria used to evaluate the Superintendent as well as any policies and procedures.

Dennis Price stated that as part of the Strategic Budget Committee many proposals are under consideration and some are unacceptable. He requested the board take a humanistic look and consider the appropriateness of targeting any one particular group. He reported that he would have the results of the survey conducted by ECSTA and respectfully requested the board consider these results.

Diane Richmond, CSEA President reported that she has also been involved in the Strategic Budget Committee meetings and had concerns over no students and community members being involved in the process. The parents involved are parents of senior students who will not be affected by the budget cuts. She stated that it has been a very complicated process.

BOARD COMMENTS:

Trustee Acosta stated that it was his wish that all groups work together cohesively during this budget crisis.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES - REGULAR MEETING

December 08, 2009 - 6:00 P.M.

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BOARD COMMENTS:

Trustee Labrada announced that he is available anytime either at home or work and he is prepared to listen to all sides.

Trustee Vogel expressed concern over the school uniforms/colors being changed without board knowledge or approval. She requested that a policy or administrative regulation be drafted for the board’s consideration and agendized at a future meeting.

ADJOURNMENT:

President Jimenez adjourned the meeting at 9:55P.M.

CERTIFIED MINUTES:

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Superintendent & Secretary to the Board of Trustees Date

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