Meeting 
ALBANY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
BOARD OF EDUCATION
Regular Meeting
City Hall Council Chambers
1000 San Pablo Avenue, Albany, CA 94706
Tuesday, March 11, 2025

REGULAR MEETING: AGENDA PACKET
Tuesday, March 11, 2025
Closed Session: 6:00 PM;  Open Session: 7:00 PM
https://ausdk12-org.zoom.us/j/92912804708
PUBLIC MEETING GUIDELINES: Albany Unified School District Board meetings are conducted in person and the public is invited to attend. Seating is limited, and masking is strongly recommended.  As a courtesy, and technology permitting, members of the public may continue to participate virtually. However, AUSD cannot guarantee that the public’s access to teleconferencing technology will be uninterrupted and technical difficulties may occur from time to time.
 
CLOSED SESSION (6:00 PM)
1.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2.
DISCLOSURE OF ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION / ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
The Board will adjourn to Closed Session under the authority of the Brown Act including, but not limited to, Government Code sections 11126(a)1; 35146; 54954.4; 54956.8; 54956.9; 54957; and 54957.6.  The Board will hear public comment on Closed Session agenda items before adjourning to Closed Session (Govt Code section 54954.3). Comments may be limited to two minutes per speaker.  
2‑A.
Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation
Gov. Code section 54956.9 subd. (d)(1)
A minor, through his Guardian Ad Litem Ana Talos v. Albany USD, Anna Mansker
Alameda County Superior Court Case No. 22CV010199
2‑B.
Potential Litigation (Gov. Code § 54956.9)
2‑C.
Personnel Matters (Govt. Code §54957)
3.
ADJOURNMENT OF CLOSED SESSION
OPEN SESSION (7:00 PM)
Depending upon completion of Closed Session items, the Board of Education intends to convene to Open Session at 7:00 p.m., reserving the right to return to Closed Session at any time.
1.
CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
2.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3.
READING OF AUSD MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT AND MEETING NORMS
MISSION AND VISION STATEMENT:
The mission of Albany Unified School District is to provide excellent public education that empowers all to achieve their fullest potential as productive citizens. AUSD is committed to creating comprehensive learning opportunities in a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, addressing the individual needs of each student. 
 
MEETING NORMS: 
1. Maintain a focus on what is best for our students.
2. Ensure a safe environment for all views to be expressed, treating each other, staff, and the public respectfully. 
3. Endeavor to find common solutions to issues through collaboration without sacrificing one’s beliefs in what is best for students.
4. Make a commitment to effective deliberation, each one listening with an open mind while others are allowed to express their own points of view even if one disagrees.
4.
REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
5.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
6.
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
The Presiding Officer will invite the public to speak on items that are not on the agenda. The Brown Act limits the Board's ability to discuss or act on items which are not on the agenda; therefore, such items may be referred to staff for comment or for consideration on a future agenda. Board practice limits each speaker to no more than two (2) minutes. If there are many speakers, this time may be decreased to allow more to be heard. 
7.
APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent Calendar items are considered to be routine items by the Board and may be handled with one motion. By approval of the Consent Calendar, the staff recommendations will be adopted unless otherwise modified by the Board. Board Members may request any item be removed from the Consent Calendar, without formal action, to be tabled, discussed, and/or voted on separately.
7‑A.
Approve Minutes: January 14, 2025 Board Of Education Regular Meeting
7‑B.
Approve Minutes: January 28, 2025 Board Of Education Regular Meeting
7‑C.
Approve Adoption Of Albany Unified School District Board Policy Updates
7‑D.
Approve Resolution No. 2024-25-15: Adopting Conflict Of Interest Code (Board Bylaw 9270-E(1) Conflict Of Interest)
7‑E.
Approve Amendment To 2024-25 Master Contract Between Albany Unified School District And The Phillips Academy
7‑F.
Approve Amendment #2 To 2024-25 Independent Contractor Services Agreement Between Albany Unified School District And SPG Therapy & Education
7‑G.
Approve Overnight Out Of State Field Trip: Albany High School Young Men And Women Of Color Mentoring And Advisory Program College/University Tour In Baltimore, MD And Washington, D.C.
7‑H.
Approve Overnight Field Trip: Albany High School Environmental Design Science Engineering And Technology Program (EDSET) To Pinnacles National Park Group Campsite In Pacines, California
7‑I.
Approve Overnight Out Of State Field Trip: Albany High School To Attend The Spring National High School Journalism Convention In Seattle, Washington
7‑J.
Approve Personnel Report, 3.11.2025
7‑K.
Approve Salary Amendment For Mental Health Interns
7‑L.
Approve Donation Report: February 2025
7‑M.
Approve Warrant Report: February 2025
7‑N.
Approve Annual Updated Home To School Transportation Plan
7‑O.
Approve Independent Contractor Services Agreement Between Albany Unified School District And Calco Fence, Inc.
8.
REVIEW AND ACTION
8‑A.
Employment Contract For The Chief Business Official Of Albany Unified School District
Recommendation: Approve the employment contract for the new CBO
9.
STUDENT BOARD MEMBER REPORT
9‑A.
Active Shooter Safety Presentation
10.
STAFF REPORTS
10‑A.
Fostering A Safe And Inclusive School Environment
Recommendation: Receive the staff report
11.
REVIEW AND ACTION
11‑A.
Independent Contractor Services Agreement Between Albany Unified School District And Guidepost Solutions, LLC For Security Camera Systems Upgrade Consultation And Design Services At Secondary Schools
Recommendation: Approve contract with Guidepost Solutions, LLC
11‑B.
Cornell Elementary Restroom Renovations
Recommendation: Review, discuss, and provide direction to Staff for the Cornell Elementary restroom renovation projects
11‑C.
Certificated Management Salary Schedule For 2024-2025 And 2025-2026
Recommendation: Approve
11‑D.
Resolution No. 2024-25-16: Reduction Or Discontinuance Of Certain Certificated Particular Kinds Of Services For The 2025-26 School Year
Recommendation: Approve and Adopt Resolution No. 2024-25-16
11‑E.
Resolution No. 2024-25-17: Reduction Of Classified Services
Recommendation: Approve and Adopt Resolution No. 2024-25-17
11‑F.
Approval Of The Second Interim Report And Budget Revision #2 For The 2024-2025 Fiscal Year With A Positive Certification
Recommendation: Approve the Second Interim Report and Budget Revision #2 for FY 2024-25
11‑G.
2023-24 Albany Unified School District Annual Financial Audit Report And Bond Measures B And E Financial And Performance Audit Reports
Recommendation: Accept the Reports
11‑H.
Appointments To The Albany Unified School District Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee
Recommendation: Appoint New Members to the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee
11‑I.
Agreement With Orbach Huff & Henderson LLP For Legal Services
Recommendation: Approve the Agreement
12.
SUPERINTENDENT AND BOARD MEMBERS REPORTS
13.
MATTERS INTRODUCED BY THE BOARD / FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
14.
ADJOURNMENT OF MEETING
The Board believes that late night meetings deter public participation, can affect the Board's decision-making ability, and can be a burden to staff. Regular Board meetings shall be adjourned by 10:00 p.m. unless extended to a specific time determined by a majority of the Board.  
FUTURE BOARD MEETINGS:
1. Tuesday, March 25 2025; 7:00 PM, Albany City Hall
2. Tuesday, April 8, 2025; 7:00 PM, Albany City Hall
NOTICE: PLEASE READ
The Board of Education agenda is posted for public inspection in advance of meetings at the Albany Unified School District Office, 1216 Solano Ave., Albany, CA, and at the location of the meeting as indicated on the agenda. Agendas and supporting documents (agenda packet) can also be found online at www.ausdk12.org.  In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Office of the Superintendent at 510-558-3766. Notification must be given at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting to make reasonable arrangements for accessibility (28 CFR 35.102.104 ADA Title II). 
 
HOW TO WATCH OR LISTEN TO THE MEETING VIRTUALLY:
1. Join Zoom webinar by video: https://ausdk12-org.zoom.us/j/92912804708 (Webinar ID: 92912804708)
2. Join Zoom webinar by phone: call 1-669-444-9171 or 1-669-900-6833 then enter Webinar ID: 92912804708#
3. Regular Meetings held at City Hall are streamed live and recorded on the City of Albany’s YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/albanykalb. Recordings of these meetings are available on the AUSD School Board website within 5 business days after the meeting.

HOW TO SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENT:
Members of the public may attend the Board of Education meetings and request to speak during “Public Comment on Matters Not on the Agenda” as well as on any item listed on the agenda during the time of that item. Board practice limits each speaker to no more than two (2) minutes, and speakers will not be permitted to cede their time to others. If there are many speakers, this time may be decreased to allow more members to be heard. Please note: if you provide your name and/or address when speaking before the Board of Education, that information will become a part of the official public record, which will be posted online and subject to disclosure, and the official minutes will be published on the Internet. 
1. In Person: You may approach the podium to comment on items. To ensure accurate information is captured in the Board meeting minutes, you may complete the “Speaker Slip” provided on the table and hand it to the clerk when speaking.
2. On Video Conference: Log in to the webinar and click the “Raise Your Hand” button to request to speak when Public Comment is being taken on an Agenda Item. You will be unmuted when it is your turn to comment. After the allotted time, you will be re-muted.
3. On Phone: Join the webinar, then you will be prompted to “Raise Your Hand” by pressing *9 to request to speak when public comment is being taken on an Agenda item. You will be unmuted when it is your turn to comment. After the allotted time, you will be re-muted.