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Call to Order |
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Recess to Closed Session (Conference Room A) 5:30 p.m. |
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Anyone wishing to address the Board regarding Closed Session items may do so at this time. |
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Items listed below may be discussed in closed session. Items [√] marked are scheduled for discussion at this meeting. All proceedings are reported to the public in open session where action is taken or staff is given direction.
[ ] 1. Employee Evaluation pursuant to Government Code §54957
[√] 2. Employee Appointment/Employment pursuant to Government Code §54957 - Management
[ ] 3. Liability Claims pursuant to Government Code §54961
[√] 4. Conference with Labor Negotiator, Dr. Scott Bowers, regarding PAEA, CSEA, and Non-represented groups pursuant to Government Code §54957.6
[ ] 5. Conference with Real Property Negotiator pursuant to Government Code §54956.8
[ ] 6. Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release pursuant to Government Code §54957
[ ] 7. Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code §54956.9
[√] 8. Student Waiver pursuant to Government Code §54957.7a |
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Reconvene in Open Session (Board Room) 6:30 p.m. |
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D. |
Approval of Agenda Order |
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REPORTS |
Information |
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Student and Staff Successes |
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Student Board Member Reports |
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Superintendent’s Report |
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APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR |
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These items are considered routine and will be approved in one action without discussion. If a Board member requests an item be removed from the Calendar or a citizen wishes to speak to an item, it will be considered under Action Items. |
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Certificated Personnel Actions |
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It is recommended the Board approve the certificated personnel actions as presented. |
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Classified Personnel Actions |
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It is recommended the Board approve the classified personnel actions as presented. |
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Approval of Warrants |
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It is recommended the Board approve the warrants of April 2008. |
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Approval of Minutes |
Consent |
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It is recommended the Board approve the minutes of April 22, 2008. |
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Memorandum of Understanding Among Basic Aid School Districts in San Mateo and Santa Clara Counties for the 2007-08 and 2008-09 School Years |
Consent |
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In order to share the financial burden equitably among basic aid districts with district-sponsored charter schools, it is recommended the Superintendent sign this MOU. |
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Appointment of Independent Auditor for 2007-08 |
Consent |
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It is recommended the Board appoint the firm of Vavrinek, Trine, Day & Co. as the PAUSD independent auditor for 2007-08. |
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Contract with Miller, Brown & Dannis for Legal Services |
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It is recommended the Board authorize staff to enter into a contract for the balance of the 2007-08 fiscal year for legal services in the areas of construction, facilities, and real property in an amount not to exceed $30,000. |
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ACTION / DISCUSSION / INFORMATION ITEMS |
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Update on School District Construction |
Information |
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Staff will provide an update on the various construction projects which are at various stages throughout the District. |
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Strategic Plan |
Discussion |
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The Board will discuss the proposed strategic plan. An update PowerPoint will be posted to the web site on May 13 following the May 9 working group meeting. Action is planned for the May 27, 2008, regular meeting. |
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Palo Alto Adult School – WASC Third-Year Progress Report |
Information |
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The Western Association of Schools and Colleges requires a mid-term (3 year) written progress report as follow-up on major recommendations within the school-wide action plan. |
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Proposed Student Nutrition Services Plan for 2008-09 |
Discussion |
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Staff will present proposed program changes, budget, and a staffing plan for next school year.
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College Bound Program at Barron Park School |
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It is recommended the Board approve a College Bound Program—extended school day and school year—for 10-20 fifth grade students at Barron Park, to begin in August 2008. |
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Health Council Update |
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As part of the Wellness Policy, the Board approved formation of a Health Council. Staff will present an update on their meetings, goals, and action steps. |
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Palo Alto Drug and Alcohol Community Collaborative (PADCC) |
Information |
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Staff will present an update on the activities and accomplishments of this collaborative. |
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Authorization to Award Contract for Installation of Two Modular Classrooms at Ohlone Elementary School |
Action |
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It is recommended the Board approve award of a contract to ESR Construction in the amount of $230,000, with a contingency of $23,000, for installation of two modular buildings at Ohlone Elementary School. |
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Award of Contract to American Asphalt for Paving Services at Escondido Elementary School |
Action |
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It is recommended the Board approve award of a contract to American Asphalt for $117,777, with a contingency of $11, 777, for replacement of the main playground and main parking lot at Escondido Elementary School. |
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OPEN FORUM |
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Anyone wishing to address the Board on non-agenda items may do so at this time. Comments are taken as close to 8:30 p.m. as possible. Community members wishing to address the Board are allotted THREE minutes per speaker. Should more than 20 people wish to address any one topic, the Board may elect to allot TWO minutes per speaker. Additional instructions are listed on the back page of this agenda. |
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BOARD MEMBERS’ REPORTS / CORRESPONDENCE / BOARD OPERATIONS / RECOGNITION |
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This is an opportunity for Board members to address activities, correspondence, and operations and to acknowledge or recognize specific programs, activities, or personnel. |
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Reports |
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Correspondence |
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Operations |
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Possible Future Board Agenda Items
Board members may suggest items for placement on future agendas. |
Consensus |
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D. |
Acknowledgements and Recognition |
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E. |
Board Calendar |
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The next regular Board meeting will be held May 27, 2008.
Topics may include:
Report on Governor’s May Revise Budget
Proposed Board Meeting Calendar for 2008-09
Stellar Coaches Fund
Summer Maintenance Projects
GATE
Student Nutrition Services Plan
Strategic Plan
Increased Academic Achievement for Students of Color (IAASC) |
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RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION (continued) |
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If the Board did not complete Closed Session items as listed in I.B., they will recess to closed session to do so at this time. |
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VIII. |
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ADJOURN |
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