Dixon public meetings in 2024
30 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will hold an organizational meeting to swear in newly elected members and elect officers. The board will also discuss and take action on a tentative agreement with the Dixon Teachers' Association for 2023/24 and 2024/25, and on the 2024-2025 First Interim Budget Report showing financial status through October 31, 2024.
- Administration of oath of office for newly elected board members Regina Espinoza and Robert Sanchez
- Election of Board President, Vice President, and Clerk
- Tentative agreement between DUSD and Dixon Teachers' Association for 2023/24 and 2024/25
- 2024-2025 First Interim Budget Report and multi-year projections
- 2023-2024 Annual Developer Fee Report
DUSD, Measure Q-Citizen's Bond Oversight Committee
The Measure Q Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee will meet to review bond project updates and expenditures for the fiscal year July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024, and discuss the committee's responsibilities. The agenda also includes public comment, adoption of minutes, and setting future agenda items.
- Discussion of CBOC responsibilities (information & discussion)
- Review of bond projects updates for FY 2023-24, including Fiscal 03 Fund 21 report and vendor report
- Public comment on non-scheduled agenda items
- Approval of un-adopted minutes from previous meeting
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will discuss the California School Dashboard results and act on two MOUs with employee unions regarding the relocation of Silveyville Preschool staff to Gretchen Higgins Elementary. The consent calendar includes contracts with Avalon Transportation, Sacramento State University, Michael's Transportation, Sacramento Public Library Authority, and Sunbelt. The board will also consider approving provisional internship permit applications for educators.
- Action on DTA-DUSD MOU for Silveyville Preschool move to Gretchen Higgins Elementary
- Action on SEIU-DUSD MOU for Silveyville Preschool move to Gretchen Higgins Elementary
- Approval of Provisional Internship Permits (PIP) applications to California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
- Contract with Avalon Transportation, LLC (consent calendar)
- Contract/MOU with Sacramento State University (consent calendar)
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board will meet on November 7, 2024, to discuss and possibly approve a grant of easement to the City of Dixon for a sewer lift station. The board will also hear updates on student performance (CAASPP and CBEDS), consider several consent contracts, and receive reports on layoffs and teacher contract mediation. The meeting includes closed session for labor negotiations and legal matters.
- Grant of Easement to City of Dixon for Sewer Lift Station (action item)
- Contract with Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud and Romo (legal services) on consent calendar
- Contract with Avalon Transportation, LLC on consent calendar
- Report on Certificated Vacant Positions Identified for Layoffs (information item)
- Approval of Provisional Internship Permits (PIP) applications submitted to California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (resolution)
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will meet on October 17, 2024, to act on several items, including a resolution to present initial contract proposals with SEIU, approval of a substitute teacher salary schedule, and a consulting contract for nutrition services. The board will also receive updates on ethnic studies implementation and federal program monitoring, and consider granting a sewer easement to the City of Dixon.
- Resolution to present DUSD and SEIU's initial contract proposals for 2024-2025
- Action on consulting contract with Brigaid for nutrition program
- Grant of easement to City of Dixon for a sewer lift station
- Update on implementation of Ethnic Studies course per state law
- Approval of multiple consent contracts with Abaton, CORE, Solano COE, SPG, and Yolo-Solano
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The board will consider a budget reduction plan (Resolution 24-6723), present an initial 'Sunshine' proposal for teacher contract negotiations for 2024-2025, and vote on appointing a Public Information Officer. Also on the agenda: approval of a revised facility rental fee schedule, a revised MOU with Dixon Youth Football & Cheer, and several contracts including speech therapy consulting and bus services. Closed session includes labor negotiations and anticipated litigation.
- Budget Reduction Plan (Resolution No. 24-6723)
- Initial 'Sunshine' proposal for Dixon Teachers' Association contract negotiations
- Appointment of Public Information Officer
- Revised DUSD Facility Rental Fee Schedule
- Contract change with Speech Therapy Consulting
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board will meet on August 1, 2024, starting with a closed session for labor negotiations and discipline. The open session includes a consent calendar with routine actions such as personnel reports, MOUs with universities, a lease amendment, and a substitute rate increase. Major action items include approval of the 2023/24 Demographics and Enrollment Projections Study, appointments of an Assistant Superintendent and Accounting Manager, a DTA-Dixon MOU on instructional minutes at Dixon High School, and several job descriptions and waivers. The board will also consider School Plans for Student Achievement for 2023-24.
- Approval of 2023/24 Demographics and Enrollment Projections Study by SchoolWorks, Inc.
- Appointment of Assistant Superintendent of Education Services
- Appointment of Accounting Manager
- DTA-Dixon MOU regarding Dixon High School Instructional Minutes
- Increase of DUSD Substitute Rates
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The board will first meet in closed session on labor negotiations, employee discipline, and anticipated litigation, then hold an open session. Key action items include three items on the Anderson Elementary School Modernization Project: an accounting change order separating the kitchen ($449,110), Change Order #3 providing a $457,866 credit (bringing the total contract to $4,669,457), and a Partial Notice of Completion. The board will also conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution on Williams Act instructional materials compliance, approve multiple consent contracts (including First Student, Pan Pacific Environmental, and others), and act on an MOU between DUSD and SEIU for a Network Systems Engineer position.
- Accounting change order #1 for Anderson Elementary kitchen ($449,110) — no net cost change
- Change Order #3 for Anderson Elementary modernization — $457,866 credit, total contract now $4,669,457
- Partial Notice of Completion for Anderson Elementary project (except HVAC, kitchen equipment, and electrical testing)
- Williams Act public hearing and Resolution No. 24-6729 on instructional materials compliance
- Approval of DUSD-SEIU Memorandum of Understanding for a Network Systems Engineer
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will meet in closed session for labor negotiations and anticipated litigation, then hold a public business meeting. The board will consider action items to appoint a Pupil Services Coordinator and an English Learner Coordinator, and receive an update on enrollment, attendance, and back-to-school forms. Consent items include approval of contracts and routine reports.
- Appointment of Pupil Services Coordinator (action item)
- Appointment of English Learner Coordinator (action item)
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators and anticipated litigation (1 case)
- Contract with Aeries (student information system) on consent calendar
- Contract with ATX Learning (special education services) on consent calendar
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board will hold a special meeting to consider action on two memoranda of understanding (MOUs) with the Dixon Teachers Association (DTA) and SEIU regarding the return of staff and students to Anderson Elementary School. The board will also vote on a revised 2024-2025 student calendar to facilitate this return. Additionally, the board will meet in closed session to discuss labor negotiations and anticipated litigation.
- Approval of MOU with DTA for teacher return to Anderson Elementary
- Approval of MOU with SEIU for staff return to Anderson Elementary
- Revision of 2024-2025 student calendar to support Anderson Elementary return
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators (Gov. Code §54957.6)
- Closed session: anticipated litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9(d)(2) - 1 case)
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting on Saturday, August 24, 2024. The agenda consists entirely of closed session items: conference with labor negotiators and conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. No open-session action items are scheduled.
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators (Brett Barley, Dan Scudero) per Gov. Code 54957.6
- Closed session: conference with legal counsel re anticipated litigation (1 case) per Gov. Code 54956.9(d)(2)
- One board member participating electronically from Atlanta Marriott Marquis
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will receive updates on Measure Q facility projects, student attendance, and i-Ready results, and take action on appointing a Chief Business Officer, approving a memorandum of understanding with the Dixon Teachers Association, and a 3% salary increase for confidential employees retroactive to July 2022. Also on the agenda are consent items including contracts for transportation and healthcare services.
- Appointment and contract of Chief Business Officer (action)
- Memorandum of Understanding with Dixon Teachers Association on release time (action)
- 3% salary increase for Confidential employees retroactive to July 1, 2022 (action)
- Submission of Provisional Internship Permits for 4 educators to California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (action)
- Contract with Michael's Transportation (consent)
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board holds a special meeting with a closed session for labor negotiations and a public session to act on a memorandum of understanding with the Dixon Teachers Association to relocate Anderson Elementary teachers to Tremont and Gretchen Higgins Elementary for the start of the school year. The board will also hold a workshop on superintendent transition, governance, team development, and goal setting.
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators regarding personnel negotiations
- Action item: DTA MOU to continue Anderson teachers at Tremont and Gretchen Higgins Elementary Schools
- Workshop on Dixon superintendent transition and governance
- Upcoming events: August 1 board meeting, August 3 Back to School Festival, August 5 Back to School Breakfast, August 7 first day of school
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will consider a resolution to submit Provisional Internship Permit applications for six educators to the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. The board will also welcome new Assistant Superintendent of Personnel Daniel Scudero and discuss a third-party financial audit aimed at identifying cost savings and revenue opportunities. Consent items include personnel actions, purchase orders, accounts payable, and several service agreements for therapy and speech services.
- Resolution to submit Provisional Internship Permits for 6 educators
- Changes to paraprofessional job descriptions
- Third-party financial audit for savings and revenue opportunities
- Service agreements with ATX Learning, SPG Therapy, Speech Therapy Consulting, ProCare, and Soliant
- Placement of Manager of Child Nutrition position
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board will vote on adopting the 2024-2025 budget and multi-year projections, as well as the 2024-25 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). Other action items include approving a tentative salary agreement with SEIU Local 1021 for 2023-2024, approving the SEIU salary schedule, and renewing the facility lease for Dixon Montessori Charter School. The board will also consider a resolution supporting a state application for Anderson Elementary School modernization funding.
- Adoption of 2024-2025 budget and multi-year projections
- Approval of 2024-25 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
- Public hearing and tentative salary agreement with SEIU Local 1021 for 2023-2024
- 24-25 facility lease renewal for Dixon Montessori Charter School
- Board resolution supporting state funding application for Anderson Elementary School modernization
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will hold a public hearing on the 2024-2025 proposed budget and consider a resolution for budget reductions in 2026/27. A separate public hearing will be held on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP). The board will also vote on several personnel appointments including Assistant Superintendent of Personnel, Principal of Dixon High School, and an assistant principal at John Knight Middle School, as well as a consultant services agreement with Superintendent Brett Barley.
- Public hearing on the 2024-2025 Proposed Budget
- Consideration and approval of Resolution No. 24-6723 regarding budget reductions in 2026/27
- Public hearing on the 2024-25 Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP)
- Appointment of Assistant Superintendent of Personnel, Principal of Dixon High School, and Assistant Principal of John Knight Middle School
- Approval of Consultant Services Agreement with Superintendent Brett Barley
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board will vote on appointing a principal for Anderson Elementary School and an assistant principal for Dixon High School. The board will also consider adopting high school science textbooks aligned with Next Generation Science Standards, hold a public hearing on a tentative salary agreement for non-represented and confidential employees, and approve related salary schedules. A resolution ordering a consolidated board member election for two seats in the November general election is on the agenda.
- Appointment of Principal for Anderson Elementary School
- Appointment of Assistant Principal for Dixon High School
- Approval of high school science textbook adoption
- Public hearing on AB 1200 disclosure for tentative salary agreement with non-represented and confidential employees
- Resolution No. 24-6720 ordering consolidated board member election for two seats in November
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will meet on May 2, 2024, starting with a closed session for labor negotiations and a superintendent evaluation. The open session includes a consent calendar with routine items such as new job classifications on the salary schedule and a contract for a field trip. Information items include a presentation on the Brigaid Child Nutrition program assessment and updates to board policies from the California School Boards Association.
- Consent: Adding job classifications to the salary schedule
- Consent: Memorandum of Understanding with WestEd for the California Healthy Kids Climate Survey
- Consent: Anderson Elementary bus contract to Marshall Gold State Park
- Information: Brigaid program assessment presentation for the Child Nutrition department
- Information: Review of recommended updates to Board Policies and Administrative Regulations from CSBA
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Board will hold a public hearing on a proposed developer fee increase and consider adopting the Long-Range Facilities Master Plan. Action items include a $195,335 change order for the Anderson Elementary modernization project, appointment of a Manager of Maintenance and Operations, and approval of a governance team workshop. The board will also discuss the Dixon Teen Center, a new elective course at DHS, and adjust the meeting calendar.
- Anderson Elementary modernization Change Order #2: $195,335 increase, new total $5,127,323, deadline extended to July 6, 2024
- Public hearing and resolution to adopt Level 1 Developer Fee Justification Study and increase fees on new construction
- Draft Long-Range Facilities Master Plan presented for adoption
- Appointment of recommended candidate for Manager of Maintenance and Operations
- New elective course at Dixon High School for 2024-2025 school year
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board will consider approving a 2024-2027 employment contract for new Superintendent Brett Barley and a resolution to waive credential requirements. The board will also discuss a draft Long-Range Facilities Master Plan and act on a cash advance resolution for the 2024-2025 fiscal year.
- Action to approve 2024-2027 employment contract for new Superintendent Brett Barley
- Resolution No. 2023-2024-24-6719 waiving credential requirements for Superintendent Brett Barley
- Resolution No. 24-6716 authorizing a Constitutional Cash Advance from Solano County Treasurer for 2024-2025 cash flow
- Request for Allowance of Attendance Due to Emergency Conditions for January 8-10 closure at Anderson Elementary
- Discussion of Draft Long-Range Facilities Master Plan, with final approval scheduled for April 18
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will meet on March 14, 2024, in closed session at 5:00 PM for personnel and labor negotiations, followed by a public business meeting at 6:00 PM. The board will hear the 2023-2024 Second Interim Budget Report with projections through 2025-2026, and consider adopting the 2024-2025 Transportation Plan. Action items include resolutions to eliminate or reduce short-term employee services and certificated positions for the current school year, and a change order for the Anderson Elementary Modernization Project. Additionally, the board will discuss the draft Long-Range Facilities Master Plan.
- Second Interim Budget Report (financial status as of Jan 31, 2024, with budget projections through 2025-2026)
- Resolution #24-6715 to eliminate/reduce short-term employee services
- Resolution to eliminate or reduce certificated positions for 2023-24
- Change Order #1 ($71,988) for Anderson Elementary Modernization Project, increasing contract from $4,860,000 to $4,931,988
- Adoption of 2024-2025 Transportation Plan
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting on March 6, 2024. The main agenda item is a closed session to discuss the appointment/employment of a new superintendent, with consultants from Education Support Services Group. The meeting also includes procedural items such as the pledge of allegiance, roll call, and adjournment.
- Closed session to discuss new superintendent appointment/employment with consultants ESS, Dr. Marylou Wilson, and Mr. Jose Banda
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board is holding a special meeting to adjourn to closed session for two student expulsion hearings (cases 23.24.1 and 23.24.2) under Education Code 48900. The meeting includes pledge, roll call, and public notice, followed by announcements from closed session and adjournment. No other action items are on the agenda.
- Consideration of student discipline – Expulsion Hearing case #23.24.1
- Consideration of student discipline – Expulsion Hearing case #23.24.2
- Closed session under Education Code 48900 et seq.
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
This is a special meeting of the Dixon Unified School District Governing Board. The board will adjourn to closed session to discuss the appointment or employment of a new superintendent, with support from consultants. No other action items are on the agenda; the remainder is procedural.
- Closed session discussion on new superintendent appointment, with Education Support Services Group consultants Dr. Marylou Wilson and Mr. Jose Banda
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting at Dixon High School. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the appointment or employment of a new superintendent.
- Closed session: Public employee appointment/employment regarding a new superintendent
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
The Dixon Unified School District Governing Board is holding a special meeting that begins with a closed session to discuss the appointment and employment of a new superintendent. The board will consider candidates with assistance from the Education Support Services Group (ESS), including Dr. Marylou Wilson and Mr. Jose Banda. Following the closed session, the board will announce any decisions. Public comment is permitted on agenda items.
- Closed session under Gov. Code § 54957 for public employee appointment: new superintendent
- Board engaging ESS consultants Dr. Marylou Wilson and Mr. Jose Banda
- Special meeting called for February 22, 2024 at 5:00 pm
- Public may speak on agenda items upon written request (3-minute limit)
- Announcements from closed session scheduled after adjournment
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The board will discuss and take action on the Anderson Elementary School relocation project, including an update on transportation, a revision to the 2023-24 student calendar, and memoranda of understanding with unions. Also up for a vote is a resolution to eliminate or reduce short-term classified employee services. The board will hear a midyear update on the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) and consider three options for the 2024-2025 student calendar.
- Anderson Elementary relocation project update and action on transportation
- Revision to 2023-24 student calendar to facilitate Anderson relocation
- Memoranda of understanding with teachers and SEIU on relocation working conditions
- Resolution #23-6715 to eliminate/reduce short-term classified employee services
- Presentation of three proposed 2024-2025 student attendance calendars
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will discuss and act on several items, including an update on the Anderson Elementary relocation project and approval of moving services due to a January 5 electrical panel failure. In open session, the board will also review the 2023 California School Dashboard, consider three proposed 2024-2025 school year calendars, approve a revised Student Wellness Policy, and select board representatives. The consent agenda includes a Chromebook award and contract renewals. A closed session precedes the public meeting for employee appointments and labor negotiations.
- Anderson Elementary temporary move: approval of moving services quote (main electrical panel failure on Jan. 5, 2024)
- RFP24-0001 Chromebook Award (consent calendar)
- Review of DUSD's 2023 California School Dashboard performance
- Three proposed student attendance calendars for 2024-2025
- Revised Student Wellness Policy for Dixon USD
Dixon USD Special Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Governing Board will receive a progress report on the relocation of Anderson Elementary School students and staff, with discussion and possible action. The meeting also includes procedural items such as public comment and adjournment.
- Progress report and possible action on relocating Anderson Elementary School students and staff
Dixon USD Board Meeting
The Dixon USD Board will hear a presentation on the leadership profile from the superintendent search engagement phase, accept the external audit and bond audit reports for FY 2022-2023, review the 2023 CA School Dashboard, and discuss preliminary findings for the 10-Year Facilities Master Plan. Action items include approving additional architect services for Anderson Elementary ($89,371) and new services for Maine Prairie High ($25,000), as well as an employment contract for an Administrator on Special Assignment.
- Leadership profile presentation from Education Support Services for superintendent search
- Acceptance of external audit report for FY 2022-2023 and bond audit for Measure Q
- Review of DUSD's 2023 California School Dashboard performance
- Anderson ES Modernization additional architect services agreement, $89,371 lump sum
- Maine Prairie HS hydration station and MDF power project architect services, $25,000 lump sum