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Previous MeetingJune 25, 2009 05:00 PMNext Meeting
Regular Meeting
Valmonte Administration Center
3801 Via La Selva
Palos Verdes Estates, CA 90274

 
  
(D) Discussion Item
(V) Can Vote
(C) Consent Item
Unfold A.  5: 00 pm - Call to Order   
         
1. Public Comment on Closed Session Items     
  The public will be given the opportunity to address the Board on closed session agenda items.  Remarks shall be limited to three minutes per person and a total of fifteen minutes per agenda item.
Unfold B.  Recess to Closed Session   
         
1. Conference with Labor Negotiator      (V)  
  Agency Designated Representative: William Franchini
Employee Organizations: PVFA and CSEA Chapter 123
Unrepresented Employees: Management, Confidential, Contract, and Not Eligible Employees
         
2. Public Employee Appointment; Public Employment      (V)  
  Titles:
Superintendent of Schools
Deputy Superintendent, Business Services
Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum and Instruction
         
3. Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release      (V)  
C.  Reconvene Open Session - Estimated Time 6:30 p.m.   
D.  Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag   
E.  Report of Board Action Taken in Closed Session   
Unfold F.  Approval of Agenda   
         
1. Approval of the June 25, 2009 Regular Board Meeting Agenda      (V)  
G.  Board President Announcements   
Unfold H.  Approval of Minutes   
         
1. Minutes for the Regular Meeting of May 14, 2009      (V)  
         
2. Minutes for the Regular Meeting of May 28, 2009      (V)  
         
3. Minutes for the Special Meeting of June 8, 2009      (V)  
         
4. Minutes for the Special Meeting of June 16, 2009      (V)  
Unfold I.  Report of Superintendent   
         
1. Announcement of the Peninsula Committee of Los Angeles Children’s Hospital Winners for the Portuguese Bend Horse Show Poster Contest     
         
2. Peninsula Education Foundation 2008-09 Grant Presentation     
         
3. Highlights of Consent Calendar     
Unfold J.  Public Communications   
         
1. Public Comment on Non-Agenda Items - The public will be given the opportunity to address the Board at this time on topics not listed on this agenda. Remarks shall be limited to three minutes per person and oral communications to a total of fifteen minutes. The Board cannot engage in public discussion during this portion of the agenda due to the Ralph M. Brown Act (Government Code Sections 54950 – 54963).     
         
2. Public Comment on Open Session Agenda Items - The public will be given the opportunity to address the Board during each agenda item. Remarks shall be limited to three minutes per person and a total of fifteen minutes per agenda item.     
Unfold K.  Special Report   
         
1. Update on Food Services Program     
  Presented as an information item.
Unfold L.  Facilities Construction Program   
         
1. Update on Modernization Project at Malaga Cove School Site     
  Presented as an information item.
         
2. Facilities Construction Program – Construction Status Report      (V)  
  Presented as an information item.
         
3. Change Order 3 – Modernization Project at Malaga Cove School Site – Bid No. RS004-07.24.08      (V)  
  That the Board ratify Change Order 3 (Add $38,429.00) for a total project cost of $6,211,003.00 for the Modernization Project at the Malaga Cove School Site to Great West Contractors, Inc.
Unfold M.  Budget   
         
1. Public Hearing and Adoption of Budget for 2009-10      (V)  
  Presented for discussion/direction/information.

Unfold N.  Discussion/Action   
         
1. Resolution No. 47 - 2008/09, Rescind the Reduction of Particular Kinds of Service      (V)  
  That the Board of Education adopt Resolution No. 47 - 2008/09 rescinding the Reduction of Particular Kinds of Service.
         
2. Resolution No. 48 - 2008/09, Layoff of Classified Personnel      (V)  
  That the Board of Education adopt Resolution No. 48 - 2008/09, directing staff to proceed with the layoff of classified positions.
         
3. Resolution No. 49 - 2008/09, Reduction or Discontinuance of Particular Kinds of Service      (V)  
  That the Board of Education adopt Resolution No. 49 - 2008/09, implementing the Reduction or Discontinuance of particular Kinds of Service.
Unfold O.  Consent Calendar   
         
1. Personnel Assignment Orders and Other Personnel Action      (V)  
  That the Board approve and/or ratify the Administrative, Certificated and Classified Assignment Orders, and the Curriculum & Instruction and Special Education consultants.
         
2. Adopt Resolution No. 45 - 2008/09 Honoring the Valuable Contributions of Retiring Certificated Employees      (V)  
  That the Board adopt Resolution No. 45 - 2008/09 saluting and thanking the 2009 Certificated Retirees of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
         
3. Adopt Resolution No. 46 - 2008/09 Honoring the Valuable Contributions of Retiring Classified Employees      (V)  
  That the Board adopt Resolution No. 46 - 2008/09 saluting and thanking the 2009 Classified Employee Retirees of the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District.
         
4. Agreement for 2008-09 Services of Nonpublic, Nonsectarian School and Agency Services for Preschool      (V)  
  That the District enter into an agreement with the designated nonpublic schools and agencies for the purpose of providing special education and related services for the 2008-09 school year because the students' special education needs cannot be met within the District.
         
5. Agreement for 2008-2009 Services of Nonpublic, Nonsectarian School and Agency Services for DK-12th Grade      (V)  
  That the District enter into an agreement with the designated nonpublic schools and agencies for the purpose of providing special education and related services for DK-12th grade students for the 2008-2009 school year because the student's special education needs cannot be met within the District.
         
6. Agreement for 2009-2010 Services of Nonpublic, Nonsectarian School and Agency Services for DK-12th Grade      (V)  
  That the District enter into an agreement with the designated nonpublic schools and agencies for the purpose of providing special education and related services for DK-12th grade students for the 2009-2010 school year because the student's special education needs cannot be met within the District.
         
7. 2009-2010 Consolidated Application for Funding Categorical Aid Programs, Part 1      (V)  
  That the Board approve the 2009-2010 Consolidated Application, Part 1.
         
8. Submission of Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Grant Application      (V)  
  That the Board approve the submission of the Future Business Leaders of American Grant application.
         
9. Authorization to Waive Qualifying Special Education Student Use of Modifications and Accommodations on the California High School Exit Examination (CAHSEE)      (V)  
  That the Board approve the waiver of thirteen identified special education students (#566478, #557419, #121163, #550504, #240747, #565032, #555393, #231133, #556492, #550612, #231279, #180931, and #555115) who qualified for a CAHSEE waiver, pursuant to Education Code Section 60851(c).
         
10. Authorization for Overnight Field Trip – PVPHS -United Spirit Association (USA) Summer Dance Team Camp, California Lutheran University, Thousand Oaks, California – July 17-19, 2009      (V)  
  That the Board approve the proposed overnight field trip to the United Spirit Association Summer Dance Team Camp at California Lutheran University from July 17-19, 2009, involving students from the Varsity Dance Drill Team at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, with the understanding that all arrangements be in strict accordance with Board Policies and Administrative Regulations 6153 and 6153.1 and Education Code Section 35330.
         
11. Authorization for Overnight Field Trip – PVPHS’ Boys Varsity Basketball -- Palm Springs Tournament – Palm Springs, California – July 23-26, 2009      (V)  
  That the Board approve the proposed overnight field trip to the Palm Springs Tournament in Palm Springs, California, from July 23-26, 2009, involving 15 Boys Varsity Basketball students from Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, with the understanding that all arrangements be in strict accordance with Board Policies and Administrative Regulations 6153 and 6153.1 and Education Code Section 35330.
         
12. Authorization for Overnight Field Trip – PVPHS - U.S. Spiritleaders Summer Camp – Soka University, Alisa Viejo, California – July 23-26, 2009      (V)  
  That the Board approve the proposed overnight field trip to the U.S. Spiritleaders Summer Camp at Soka University in Aliso Viejo, California, from July 23-26, 2009, involving students from the Song and Cheer Teams at Palos Verdes Peninsula High School, with the understanding that all arrangements be in strict accordance with Board Policies and Administrative Regulations 6153 and 6153.1 and Education Code Section 35330.
         
13. Authorization for Overnight Field Trip – PVHS – College Preview Tour Guide -- San Francisco, California – September 24-26, 2009      (V)  
  That the Board approve the proposed overnight field trip to San Francisco, California, September 24-26, 2009, involving approximately 44 Palos Verdes High School AVID students (grades 10-12), participating in the College Visit to San Francisco Bay Area, with the understanding that all arrangements be in strict accordance with Board Policies and Administrative Regulations 6153 and 6153.1 and Education Code Section 35330.
         
14. Authorization for Overnight/Out-of-State Field Trips – PVHS’ Varsity Cross Country Team: Nike Pre-Nationals; Portland, Oregon (September 25-28, 2009) and CIF California State Championship, Fresno, California (November 27-28, 2009)      (V)  
  That the Board approve the proposed overnight/out-of-state field trips to the (1) Nike Pre-Nationals in Portland, Oregon, from September 25-28, 2009, involving approximately 20 PVHS; Cross Country students, and (2) CIF California State Championship in Fresno, California, from November 27-28, 2009, involving 14 PVHS’ Varsity Cross Country students, with the understanding that all arrangements be in strict accordance with Board Policies and Administrative Regulations 6153 and 6153.1 and Education Code Section 35330.
         
15. Agreement with School Services of California, Inc.      (V)  
  That the agreement with School Services of California, Inc. be approved for 2009-10 for a total cost of $3,720, plus out-of-pocket expenses.
         
16. Agreement to Provide Legal and Consultant Services - Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud and Romo A Professional Law Corporation      (V)  
  That the Board authorize staff to enter into an agreement for legal services with the law firm of Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud and Romo, a Professional Law Corporation, for the 2009-10, 2010-11 and 2011-12 school years.
         
17. Amendment No. 6 – Transportation of Students for Special Education – Bid No. 045-07.24.03      (V)  
  That the Board approve Amendment No. 6 – Transportation of Students for Special Education – Bid No. 045-07.24.03 to Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc.
         
18. Authorization to Increase Meal Prices      (V)  
  That the Board authorize the administration to increase student meals as follows:  Elementary - $3.00, Intermediate - $3.50 and High School - $3.75.
         
19. Resolution No. 43 - 2008/09 Liability Coverage for Volunteer Personnel Resolution No. 44 - 2008/09 Workers’ Compensation Coverage for Volunteer Personnel      (V)  
  That Resolution No. 43 – 2008/09, Liability Coverage for Volunteer Personnel and Resolution No. 44 – 2008/09 Workers’ Compensation Coverage for Volunteer Personnel for District volunteers be adopted.
         
20. Purchase Order Report      (V)  
  That Purchase Order numbers 77462 through 77544, issued from the General Fund, Building Fund, Measure S Fund, Miraleste Early Learning Academy (MELA), and PV Kids’ Corner funds in the total amount of $1,606,483.36 be approved and/or ratified.
         
21. Agreement with Los Angeles County Office of Education for PeopleSoft Financial Systems for Fiscal Year 2009-10      (V)  
  That the Board approve the agreement with the Los Angeles County Office of Education for PeopleSoft Financial Systems for 2009-10 at an estimated cost of $62,781.68.

         
22. Year End Appropriation Transfers      (V)  
  That the Board authorize the County Superintendent of Schools to make appropriation transfers necessary at the close of the school year 2008-09, to permit payment of obligations of the District incurred during such school year and that the sources of such transfers be made in the following order: between major objects of expenditure, from designated fund balances, and from unappropriated fund balances.
         
23. Acceptance of Gifts      (V)  
  That the gifts of materials, supplies, and $1,833,846.89 in cash be accepted, as presented.
         
24. Warrant Report      (V)  
  That the Board approve the warrants issued from the various funds in the amount of $10,976,781.28, as presented.
Unfold P.  Information   
         
1. Citizens’ Oversight Committee for Measure P – Minutes from the Meetings of January 14, 2009 and March 18, 2009     
  Presented as an information item.
         
2. Sale and/or Disposal of Surplus Property     
  Presented as an information item.
Q.  Reports of Board Members   
R.  Adjournment   

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