RINCON VALLEY UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT

Regular Board Meeting, Board of Trustees

District Office, 1000 Yulupa Avenue

May 6, 2008

MINUTES

                                                                       

                       

Present:                 Mrs. Cynthia Evers

                                            Ms. Nancy Doherty

Mr. Mark Epstein

Mr. Chris Rafanelli

                        Mr. Tom Ford

 

Administrators:       Mrs. Diane Moresi, Superintendent

                                    Mr. Joe Pandolfo, Assistant Superintendent, Business

                                    Ms. Roxanne Gilpatric, Assistant Superintendent, Curriculum

                                   

Others:                      Interested staff and parents

                                                                                               

 

1.         OPEN SESSION:  PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE,                                              

            CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL

            Board President, Cynthia Evers, called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.

 

2.         AGENDA MODIFICATIONS

            -Add personnel item 10.5

 

3.         AGENDA AND CONSENT ITEM APPROVAL

Mr. Rafanelli moved and Mr. Ford seconded to approve the agenda and following consent items with an abstention from Cynthia Evers from warrant #388509:  Unanimous. 

 

   3.1       Minutes of April 1, 2008 Regular Board Meeting

                               Minutes of April 25, 2008, Board Retreat /Special Board Meeting

 

3.2       Directed Teaching Contract, Pacific Union College 08-09

Board of Trustees renewed the contract with Pacific Union College for RVUSD to host student teachers.

 

3.3       AR for Second Reading

Board of Trustees approved the following Administrative Regulation for second reading:

AR 1312.4, Williams Settlement Uniform Complaint Procedures

 

   3.4       Approval of Warrants:

                        3/26/08                       -           387916 – 387962

                        3/28/08                       -           388488 – 388533

                        4/02/08                       -           389115 – 389143

                        4/04/08                       -           389736 – 389787

                        4/07/08                       -           390260 – 390292

                        4/09/08                       -           390930 – 390970

                        4/11/08                       -           391775 – 391800

                        4/16/08                       -           392935 – 392965

                        4/21/08                       -           394206 – 394271

                        4/23/08                       -           394717 - 394760

 

4.          ANNOUNCEMENTS AND CALENDAR

             Mrs. Evers announced the following:

 

     District End of Year Celebration            May 29, 2008

                                                                        FountainGrove Inn, 4:00 p.m.

 

 Regular Board Meeting                           June 3, 2008

                                                                                    District Office, 7:00 p.m.

 

              Special Board Meeting                           June 17, 2008

                                                                                    District Office, 7:00 p.m.     

 

5.         PUBLIC AND EMPLOYEE REQUEST TO ADDRESS THE BOARD

            None

 

6.         SUPERINTENDENT’S COMMENTS, LEGISLATIVE UPDATE, CORRESPONDENCE

      Mrs. Moresi commented on the following:

·        West County Transportation Agency was featured in a nationwide publication,

School Bus Fleet.

 

7.         AWARDS     

                                                                                         

7.1       Mr. Rafanelli moved and Ms. Doherty seconded to approve

the Resolution for Nate Myers, Certificated Employee of the Month of May, 2008:  Unanimous.

Mr. Coleman, Principal of Spring Creek, read his letter recognizing Mr. Myers for bringing a friendly, calm, consistent, and kind approach to teaching.  His classroom is organized, his program in structured, and the interactions are always respectful and supportive.

 

            7.2       Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Rafanelli seconded to approve

the Resolution for Sandi Pettey, Classified Employee of the Month of May, 2008:  Unanimous.

Mr. Pandolfo, Assistant Superintendent of Business, read his letter commending Sandi for being a skilled bus driver, and for her love and dedication to the children.  Sandi is patient, understanding, and has a great sense of humor.

 

            7.3       Outstanding Service Award

                        Kim Kinahan and Rob Parry

The Board recognized Kim Kinahan, Matanzas parent, and Rob Parry, Matanzas PE Paraeducator, for their outstanding service organizing the district track meet held on April 18, 2008.  Mrs. Moresi presented Kim and Rob certificates for Outstanding Service.  Mrs. Gilpatric summarized the event and how it came about.  Ms. Newman presented a slide show of the track meet in honor of Kim and Rob.

 

8.         INFORMATION                                                                                                       

 

8.1       Rincon Valley Education Foundation Report

Mrs. Katie Ruppe, Chairperson, reported the following update on the Rincon Valley Education Foundation accomplishments and goals. 

·        4th year for directory

·        5th year for gala – raised the same as last year.

·        Fundraiser: May 18 -- Bruno’s Restaurant will have backyard BBQ 3:30 – 7:00, portion of proceeds will be donated to the foundation.

 

Tom Ford thanked Mrs. Ruppe for all of her hard work.  It is a year’s worth of work that looks so easy when you arrive—great effort—5th year.  Katie is stepping down as chair but will stay on the board. 

 

8.2       Student Services Update

Ms. Gilpatric reported on the following current curriculum and instruction activities:

·        Testing:  STAR completed today, May 6th.

·        Distinguised School Celebration luncheons took place at Whited and Binkley

·        5th and 6th grade track meet – very successful

·        Special Education--save all testing protocols for 3 years

·        April 21st  Professional Development

·        Last leadership – May 8 and June 10

 

Spring School

Mrs. Gilpatric presented data reflecting Spring School results.   

Forty-nine students participated.  There was a gain of 46.6% in student performance at the 5th grade level and a 36.2% gain in student performance at the 4th grade level.  Staff will look at how these students do at the end of this current year.

8.3       GASB 45, Retiree Health Liabilities, Update

            Mr. Pandolfo presented the RVUSD Actuarial Study of Retiree Health Benefits.

The study analyzes our liability in several ways.  The actuarial accrued liability for the district is $2,531,455.  This represents the amount that the district would have accumulated if it had begun accruing retiree health benefits at the time the employee was hired. 

 

            8.4       Rincon Valley Union School District Budget Reductions 2008-2009

            Board of Trustees discussed reductions in the Rincon Valley Union School District’s budget for 2008-2009 in order to reduce deficit spending in a manner that will not deplete our reserves.  Mrs. Moresi met and discussed the budget reductions with the leadership of both associations, the liaison groups for both associations, the Superintendent’s Advisory Council, and the teachers that attended each grade level curriculum meeting.  She presented a list of non-personnel and personnel reductions.  Reductions involving personnel are pending the completion of successful negotiations with CSEA  and will not be final until an agreement is reached. 

 

            The 2008-2009 budget reductions are estimated to be $700,000.  This leaves a balance of approximately $390,000.  Mr. Pandolfo presented a draft budget with these cuts included. 

 

8.5       Rincon Valley Union Teachers’ Association’s Initial Collective Bargaining Agreement proposal with the Rincon Valley Union School District, 2008-2009.

Mr. Herfurth, RVUTA President, submitted and summarized RVUTA’s proposal. 

         1.  Extra duties that require members to work beyond contract hours.

2.  Develop a sick leave bank.

 

            8.6       Principal Selection Timeline

Mrs. Moresi presented the principal selection timeline to fill the district’s vacancy.

At this time, we have received a number of applicants.   Mrs. Moresi asked for  a board member to serve on the principal interview team. Tom Ford is available both dates, May 29 and 30.     If possible, the Board will start their meeting at 5:00 on June 3rd.    The closing date is May 23rd. 

 

9.         ACTION                                                                                                                    

           

9.1       Safe Schools Plan

Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Rafanelli  seconded to  approve  the Safe Schools Plan for each site with the exception of  Whited:  Unanimous.

                        Mark would like a copy of the Healthy Kids Surveys used for these plans.

Mrs. Moresi described the programs that have been implemented at many of the sites to support safe schools--Safe and Civil Schools, Foundations, Peaceful Playgrounds.  The Healthy Kids Survey summary will be presented at  the June  3rd Board meeting.

 

            9.2       SISC III JPA Agreement and Bylaws

Mr. Rafanelli moved and Mr. Epstein seconded to approve the SISC III JPA Agreement and Bylaws: Unanimous.

 

9.3       Tentative Agreement between Rincon Valley Union School District and Rincon Valley Union Teachers’ Association

Mr. Rafanelli moved and Mr. Epstein seconded to approve the Tentative Agreement between Rincon Valley Union School District and Rincon Valley Union Teachers’ Association dated March 5, 2008:  Unanimous.

 

9.4       Tentative Agreement between Rincon Valley Union School District and California School Employees’ Association Chapter 284 for 2007-2008 and 2008-2009

Mr. Rafanelli moved and Mr. Ford seconded to approve  the Tentative Agreement between Rincon Valley Union School District and CSEA Chapter 284 to resolve negotiations for the 2007-2008 and 2008-2009 school years: Unanimous.

 

9.5       Tax and Revenue Anticipation Note (TRANS), Resolution #05-08-24

Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Rafanelli seconded to adopt Resolution #05-08-24 to issue a TRANS for 2008-2009 through Kelling, Northcross and Nobriga: Unanimous.

 

            9.6       Rincon Valley Union School District Program Fees

Mr. Epstein  moved and Mr. Rafanelli  seconded to approve an increase in program fees for after school day care, transportation, and food service:  Unanimous.

 

            9.7       Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators

Mr. Rafenelli moved and Mr. Ford seconded to approve a Declaration of Need for Fully Qualified Educators for 2008-2009: Unanimous.

           

            9.8       Bid Authorization for Summer Maintenance Work

Mr. Epstein moved and Mr. Ford seconded to authorize the district to go to bid for summer maintenance work:  Unanimous.

 

            9.9       Rincon Valley Union School District Budget Reductions 2008-2009

            Mr. Rafanelli moved and Ms. Doherty seconded to approve non-personnel budget reductions 2008-2009:  Unanimous.

 

9.10    Certificated Employee of the Year for 2008 – Resolution #05-08-21

Mr. Ford moved and Ms. Doherty seconded to approve Resolution #05-08-21, Certificated Employee of the Year 2008 – Gael Reed:  Unanimous.

 

9.11    Classified Employee of the Year for 2008 – Resolution #05-08-22

Mr. Ford moved and Ms. Doherty seconded to approve Resolution #05-08-22, Classified Employee of the Year 2008 – Heather Bracewell:  Unanimous.

 

9.12    Resolution 05-08-23, Specifications of Election Order

Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Epstein seconded to approve Resolution #05-08-23, Specifications of Election Order, November 4, 2008: 4- ayes, 1-noe,

1- abstention (Ms. Doherty).

           

10.       PERSONNEL                                                                                                          

Mr. Rafanelli moved and Ms. Doherty seconded to approve personnel items 10.1, 10.3, 10.4, and 10.5 :  Unanimous

10.1    Classified – Resignations

Ø      Asia Halloran, Food Service I, effective June 4, 2008

 

10.2         Certificated Management – Retirements

Ms. Doherty moved and Mr. Ford seconded to approve item 10.2:  Unanimous.

Thank you to Peggy Christiansen for 24 years of service and contributions to the district.

Ø      Peggy Christiansen, Principal, Binkley, effective June 30, 2008

 

10.3    Certificated – Leave of Absence Request

Ø      Erika Hill, Teacher, Matanzas, August 11, 2008 – June 4, 2009

Ø      DiAnne Ismail, Teacher, Madrone, August 11, 2008 – June 4, 2009

Ø      Celene Schaefer, Teacher, Binkley, August 11, 2008 – June 4, 2009

Ø      Robin Graefen, Teacher, Binkley, April 22, 2008 – January 31, 2009

 

10.4    Classified – Leave of Absence Request

Ø      Angelica Luna, Special Ed Instruct. Asst., RCSS, Aug. 18 – Nov. 28, 2008

 

10.5    Certificated Management -Resignation

Ø      Heidi Adler, Program Manager, Student Services, effective July 1, 2008.

 

11.       CSEA / RVUTA COMMENTS                                                                  

Lisa Maxwell – CSEA President, thanked the Board for including them and is looking forward to negotiations tomorrow.  Lisa attended the CSEA conference last week in Manhattan Beach.

 

12.       BOARD OF TRUSTEE COMMENTS/COMMITTEE REPORTS

·        Mr. Epstein – The Santa Rosa Area Trustees met for last time on May 1st.  The participating districts found it to be beneficial and helped to build trust amongst districts.  In the future, the districts will meet a couple times a year when they have big issues to discuss.

·        Spring Gala was very good – hope someone will take over chairing –would like to see a broader range of participation in the community.

Superintendent Evaluation –Board members were asked to bring their evaluations to the June 3rd Board meeting.  Cynthia will compile them for the Superintendent’s evaluation to be held on June 13th – 9:00 a.m., Mrs. Evers home.

 

13.       FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

·        GATE Report

·        District Goals - June

·        Superintendent’s Evaluation

·        Board Meeting Schedule for 08-09

·        Technology Plan

·        Resolution – Transfers between Fund Balances & Expenditures

·        Safe School – Healthy Survey Results

 

14.       REQUEST FOR INFORMATION

            None

 

15.       CLOSED SESSION                                                                                                           

Mr. Rafanelli moved and Mr. Ford seconded to adjourn to closed session at 9:06 p.m. to discuss the following:  Unanimous.

 

15.1    Collective Bargaining Session

           

15.1 (a)  CTA

         15.1 (b)  CSEA

 

15.2    Personnel Issues Ed.  Code 54957

 

            15.3    Superintendent’s Self-Evaluation

 

16.       OPEN SESSION

Mr. Rafanelli moved and Mr. Epstein seconded to adjourn closed session and return to open session at 9:42 p.m.:  Unanimous.

 

17.       ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION

      Mrs. Evers announced that no action was taken in closed session.

 

18.       ADJOURN

Mr. Ford moved and Mr. Epstein seconded to adjourn the meeting at 9:43 p.m.:  Unanimous.

 

 

Mrs. Diane Moresi

Superintendent

Secretary to the Board of Trustees