Ojai Unified School District

Action/Discussion

Action

Action

Approval of Regular Board Meeting Minutes for June 7, 2023 and June 28, 2023 and Special Board Meeting Minutes for June 21, 2023.

Information

On July 7, 2023, the District received communication that the Historic Preservation Commission, during their July 13, 2023 meeting, will have an agenda item to discuss use of Ojai Unified School District properties as offered to the Community for public input by Ojai Unified School District.

Any individual attending the meeting in person who wishes to address the Board may do so at this time by completing a Speaker Card.

Public comments related to a specific item on the agenda will be held until that item is discussed.

Information

Board Members have the opportunity to present information regarding items of current interest.

Information

Consent

It is the recommendation of the District Administration that the Board of Trustees approve the piggyback Contracts with Gold Star Foods for grocery products, and with Imperial Dade Paper and Individual Foodservice for paper supplies for School Year 2023-24.

Consent

The County Superintendent of Schools is required by California Education Code Section 1240 to report on a quarterly basis the results of Williams Lawsuit settlement visits to the school district governing board. Pursuant to Assembly Bill (AB) 599 (Chapter 667, Statutes of 2021) effective on January 1, 2022, the most recent criteria for schools eligible for monitoring under the Williams settlement legislation. As outlined in AB 599, schools that meet the criteria are eligible for monitoring under the Williams settlement legislation.

Action/Public Hearing

On June 28, 2023, the Board approved the Tentative Agreement between the District and the Ojai Federation of Teachers.; however, the Board did not agendize the AB 1200 disclosure although AB 1200 disclosure forms were made available to the public, before public comment and before the Board took action. Out of an abundance of caution,  The Board is being asked to again review the AB 1200 Disclosure form and to Re-approve the ratified Tentative Agreement between Ojai Unified School District and the Ojai Federation of Teachers. 

Action/Public Hearing

On June 28, 2023, the Board approved the Tentative Agreement between the District and the Classified School Employees Association and Its Ojai Valley Chapter #333; however, the Board did not agendize the AB 1200 disclosure although AB 1200 disclosure forms were made available to the public, before public comment and before the Board took action. Out of an abundance of caution,  The Board is being asked to again review the AB 1200 Disclosure form and to Re-approve the ratified Tentative Agreement between Ojai Unified School District and the Classified School Employees Association and Its Ojai Valley Chapter #333.

Action

In accordance with past practice, staff recommends increasing the salaries of management and unrepresented staff at the same percentages approved for Ojai Federation of  Teachers Local #2119 and Classified School Employees Association and It’s Ojai Valley Chapter #333. The offer that was ratified for both unions was 4% retroactive to July 1, 2022 and 3% effective July 1, 2023.

Information

This matter is held in open session at a regular meeting of this Board in accordance with the Brown Act. Government Code section 54953, subdivision (c)(3), states that prior to taking final action on executive compensation, the Board must orally summarize the recommendation for final action on the salary, compensation, and/or fringe benefits that will be considered. The Board President will provide a summary of the compensation provisions in the Superintendent’s Contract. Copies of the Superintendent’s Contract will be provided prior to any Board discussion and vote. After public comment, this Board will consider and take action on the item.

Action

Recommendation that the Board Approve the Superintendent's Contract.

Action

On June 28, 2023, Bond Managers presented information regarding the proposed field and quad restoration for Topa Topa Elementary School, Project 2023-1514. Seven contractors attended the mandatory job walk with two submitting bids for the project. This proposal will include: new irrigated turf play field, decomposed granite track, compacted softball field, new ADA access to track & field, quad concrete seat walls, and modifying existing retaining wall for emergency access. 

Action

On June 28, 2023, Bond Managers presented information regarding the proposed Building C HVAC Replacement for Nordhoff High School, Project 2023-1747. Five contractors attended the mandatory job walk with ultimately only one submitting a bid for the project. This proposal will include: replacement of seven split system HVAC units from 1997, installing new package roof top units, new Pelican thermostats, new electrical sub-panel, and minor structural upgrades per DSA approved plans.   

Action

On June 28, 2023, Bond Managers presented information regarding the proposed stadium improvements project for Nordhoff High School, Project 2023-1741. The scope of the Stadium Improvements will include: new home bleachers for a capacity of 1500 occupants, new press box, new stadium lighting, new scoreboard/track timing systems, fencing, and DSA required restroom upgrades. The proposal from PJHM Architects includes: Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Landscape Architect and Professional Renderings.

Action

On June 28, 2023, Bond Managers presented information regarding the proposed installation of six (6) new tennis courts at Nordhoff High School, Project 2023-1742. This proposal will include: installing six (6) new competition tennis courts, lighting, and an accessible drop-off/ loading zone.