Bakersfield City School District public meetings in 2023
16 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to elect officers, approve minutes, and act on administrative hearing panel recommendations for student expulsions. The board will also hear reports on student achievement and attendance, and recognize staff and students. Closed session items include labor negotiations and a liability claim.
- Election of Board President, President Pro-Tem, Clerk, and Clerk Pro-Tem
- Approval of Administrative Hearing Panel recommendations (expulsions), fiscal impact: No
- Election of trustee representative and alternate to Kern County Committee on School District Organization
- Recognition of Nik Crapo as Director I of Information Technology
- Public hearing on general waiver request for extended school year schedule
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education held a special meeting to interview candidates for a provisional appointment to fill a vacancy in Trustee Area Five. After interviews, the board voted unanimously to appoint Brooke Malley Ault to the seat. The meeting also included public comment and the administration of the oath of office.
- Interviews with two candidates for provisional appointment to Trustee Area Five: Bethany Bachman and Brooke Malley Ault
- Unanimous vote to appoint Brooke Malley Ault to fill the Board vacancy in Trustee Area Five
- Oath of office administered to the newly selected board member
- Public comment period limited to agenda items, with 3-minute individual and 15-minute total limits per subject
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education will meet to handle routine business, including approving minutes, recognizing students and employees, and receiving reports. The board voted to fill the vacancy left by Shannon Zimmerman's resignation through a provisional appointment rather than a special election. A report on school boundary committee recommendations was presented, with a vote expected at the December 19 meeting.
- Approved provisional appointment to fill board vacancy (Trustee Area Five)
- Nominated Anthony Fuentes to CSBA Delegate Assembly
- Approved Administrative Hearing Panel expulsion recommendations
- Report on School Boundary Committee recommendations for 2024-25 school year
- Recognized 5 students selected for ACDA Western Region Honor Choir
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to discuss the process and timeline for filling a vacancy on the Board for Trustee Area 5. The board will consider options including a special election or a provisional appointment. The meeting includes public comment and adjournment.
- Discussion of timeline to fill vacant Board seat for Trustee Area 5
- Options include special election or provisional appointment
- Public comment limited to agenda items, 3 minutes per speaker
- Meeting adjourned at 5:01 p.m.
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to consider several action items, primarily approving contracts for extended learning programs funded by ELOP, including a $3.4 million afterschool sports agreement, a $1.29 million book bag program, and a $427,533 intersession services agreement with the Boys and Girls Club. The board will also hear reports on student achievement and attendance, recognize employees, and handle routine procedural items.
- Approve $3,410,100 agreement with Coast to Coast Coaching (Elevo) for afterschool sports at all 33 elementary sites
- Approve $1,294,864.60 agreement with Teacher Created Materials for quarterly book bags for TK-2nd grade
- Approve $427,533 agreement with Boys and Girls Club of Kern County for intersession services
- Recognize Tami Rowell as Director of Transportation and honor Native American History Month
- Closed session items include labor negotiations, student matters, and a liability claim
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to approve routine financial reports and resolutions, including committing $14,202,237 in unspent LCFF Supplemental and Concentration Grant funds for future use, approving the 2022-23 Unaudited Actuals, and seeking an exemption from the 60% classroom teacher salary expenditure requirement. The board also recognizes employees and observes Filipino American History Month and Red Ribbon Week.
- Resolution committing $14,202,237 unspent LCFF Supplemental and Concentration Grant funds (GASB 54)
- Approval of 2022-23 Unaudited Actuals Financial Report
- Application for exemption from 60% classroom teacher salary expenditure requirement (55.07% met)
- Resolution supporting National Red Ribbon Campaign (Oct 23-27, 2023)
- Recognition of Filipino American History Month
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to handle routine business, including approving a budget revision, receiving a California Highway Patrol notice, and adopting a resolution on instructional materials. The board will also discuss vaping deterrent systems and hear presentations on summer programs. The agenda includes closed session items on employee discipline and labor negotiations.
- Approval of 2023-2024 Budget Revision #1
- Discussion of Vaping Deterrent Systems
- Resolution to Declare Sufficient Instructional Materials for 2023-24
- Received California Highway Patrol Carrier Rating Notice (unsatisfactory rating)
- Public hearing on Pupil Textbook and Instructional Materials Incentive Program Act
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to approve several fiscal and personnel items, including a $7.5 million transfer to fund future retiree benefits, a 45-day budget revision, health insurance premium changes, and a temporary substitute teacher pay increase. The board also enters closed session for legal, labor, and student matters.
- Approved transfer of $7,500,000 from General Fund to Special Reserve Fund for Post-Employment Benefits
- Approved 45-Day Revise Update to align with state adopted budget, including LCFF Equity Multiplier and reduced one-time grants
- Approved health insurance premiums for Oct 2023-Sep 2024 with net 3.81% increase
- Approved temporary substitute teacher pay increase to $250/day (daily) and $325/day (long-term) plus $400 bonus per 20 days worked
- Approved MOU with CSEA regarding ELOP Intersession Program
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to take action on several key items, including adopting the 2023-24 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and its federal addendum, approving the SELPA special education plan, and amending the superintendent's employment agreement. The board also held a closed session to discuss personnel, litigation, and real property negotiations. All listed action items were approved unanimously.
- Adoption of LCFF Budget Overview for Parents and Local Control and Accountability Plan: 2023-24
- Approval of LCAP Federal Addendum (funded by Title I, II, III, IV Part A)
- Approval of SELPA Local Plan, Annual Budget, and Annual Service Plan for 2023-2024
- Approval of Amendment to Superintendent Employment Agreement (no fiscal impact)
- Closed session: real property negotiation for APNs 178-680-07 through 178-680-10 off E. Brundage Lane with ADR United Group LLC
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education held a special meeting retreat to discuss board self-evaluation, district values, and the 2023-24 strategic plan and priorities. The board also reviewed the Portrait of a Graduate and board stipends. The meeting was called to order and adjourned with votes.
- Board self-evaluation conducted
- Review of district values, vision, and mission
- Overview of Portrait of a Graduate by Superintendent Luque
- Discussion of 2023-24 Strategic Plan development
- Review of board stipends
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to hold public hearings on the proposed 2023-24 budget, the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), and the Special Education Local Plan Area (SELPA) annual service plan and budget. The board will also consider approving several memoranda of understanding (MOUs) and a resolution aimed at recruiting and retaining school bus drivers, including referral bonuses. The meeting includes closed session items on personnel and student matters, followed by reports and routine approvals.
- Public hearing on proposed 2023-2024 budget and balances in excess of minimum reserve
- Public hearing on LCFF Budget Overview for Parents and Local Control and Accountability Plan: 2021-24 LCAP and Budget for 2022-23
- Public hearing on 2023-2024 Special Education Annual Service Plan and Annual Budget Plan
- Approval of MOUs with LiUNA Local 777 and CSEA Chapter #48 for bus driver referral and recruitment bonuses
- Approval of resolution for recruitment and retention of school bus drivers
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on May 9, 2023, and approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) that increases salary schedules by 5% for California School Employees Association (CSEA) Chapter #48 unit members, effective July 1, 2023. The board also approved the Certificated Human Resources Report and adjourned to closed session to discuss a principal appointment. Public comment was limited to agenda items, and the board reported on closed session actions.
- Approved MOU for 5% salary increase for CSEA unit members, effective July 1, 2023
- Public disclosure under AB 1200 for proposed wage and benefit adjustment for CSEA
- Approved Certificated Human Resources Report
- Closed session item: Public Employee Appointment, Title: Principal
- Adjourned to closed session and reported on actions taken
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education met on April 25, 2023, and took action on several resolutions, including designating May as Mental Health Awareness Month, May 10 as "Day of the Teacher," May 22-26 as "Classified School Employee Week," and adopting a resolution to promote responsible firearm storage. The board also recognized employees and students, approved prior meeting minutes, and heard public comments. All votes were unanimous among the four members present.
- Adopted resolution to designate May as Mental Health Awareness Month
- Adopted resolution designating May 10, 2023 as "Day of the Teacher"
- Adopted resolution designating May 22-26, 2023 as "Classified School Employee Week"
- Adopted resolution to promote responsible firearm storage (per CA SB 906)
- Approved minutes of March 6 and March 28, 2023 meetings
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education is meeting to take action on several items, including approving a budget revision for the 2022-2023 school year and the 2022-23 and 2023-24 Home-to-School Transportation Plan, which has a fiscal impact of $5,832,660. The board will also decide on the format for the April 25, 2023 meeting, and will receive reports on the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and Visual and Performing Arts programs. The meeting includes recognitions for employees, the Downtown School Robotics Team, Chipman Jr. High, and the Communications Team.
- Approval of Budget Revision for 2022-2023 school year
- Approval of 2022-23 and 2023-24 Home-to-School Transportation Plan ($5,832,660)
- Decision on April 25, 2023 Board meeting format (in-person with virtual option)
- Recognition of Downtown School Robotics Team for advancing to World Championships
- Discussion of LCAP Educational Partner Mid-Year Review Feedback
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education held a special meeting on March 6, 2023, to consider and approve several employee compensation items. The board approved a tentative 2022-2025 successor contract with the Bakersfield Elementary Teachers Association (BETA), including an 8.5% salary increase for 2022-23 and a 5% increase for 2023-24, along with related wage adjustments for other employee groups. All actions were approved unanimously.
- Approved 2022-2025 successor contract with BETA: 8.5% salary increase for 2022-23, 5% for 2023-24, and $21,406.80 health benefit contribution per full-time member
- Approved 8.35% salary increase for CSEA Chapter #48 for 2022-23, plus 15% increase to uniform allowance and aide stipends
- Adopted resolution increasing CPAL (Cafeteria/Playground Activity Leader) salary schedules by 8.5% for 2022-23 and 5% for 2023-24
- Adopted resolution increasing Confidential and Supervisory employee salary schedules by 8.5% for 2022-23 and 5% for 2023-24
- Public disclosure under AB 1200 for proposed wage and benefit adjustments for BETA, CSEA, CPAL, Supervisory, and Confidential groups
BoardDocs Imported Meetings 2011- 2025
The Bakersfield City School District Board of Education held a special study session with no action items, focusing on discussions. Topics included reviewing governance protocols, an update on the Portrait of a Graduate, developing the next strategic plan, and reviewing policies on the Downtown School and graduation. The meeting adjourned with a motion that failed due to lack of a quorum.
- Review of Board Governance Protocols for possible changes
- Update on Portrait of a Graduate progress
- Discussion on developing the next Strategic Plan
- Review of Board Policy 602.16 on Downtown School and open enrollment
- Review of Board Policy 400.23 on Graduation