June 25, 2026 at 4:00 PM - Regular Board Meeting

Description:  Please Note: The Board reserves the right to (1) take items in a different order, (2) combine two or more Agenda items for consideration, and (3) to remove an item from the Agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the Agenda at any time, in order to accomplish the business on the Agenda in the most efficient manner.

Description:  Comments will be accepted in person, or through virtual participation via email; suptoffice@dcsd.k12.nv.us no later than 12:30 p.m. the day of the meeting. Email for public comment must include the submitting party’s full name. Email for public comment will be posted as a supplemental document and copies will be provided to the board members. The names of those who have provided virtual public comment will be read during public comment and the emails will be included in the record, but the virtual public comment will not be read during the meeting. Comments may be made by members of the public on any matter within the authority of this Board. Please note that public comment will be taken on items marked "for possible action" before action is taken on such items, and members of the public are encouraged to comment on such items at the time they are being considered. Although members of the Board may respond to questions and discuss issues raised during public comment, no action may be taken on such a matter until the matter is placed on an agenda for action at a meeting of the Board. In making public comment, speakers are asked to come to the table or podium, sign in, speak into the microphone, and identify themselves for the record. Commenters are instructed to limit their comments to no more than three (3) minutes, and not simply repeat comments made by others.

Description:  The Board would like to acknowledge the 2025-26 Student Board Representatives, Prairie Jackson and Jocelyn Crow.

Description:  The Board will recess to closed session in order to discuss matters with its management representatives pursuant to NRS 288.220(4). No action will be taken during closed session.

Description:  Information concerning the following consent items has been forwarded to each Board Member for study prior to this meeting.  Unless a Trustee or individual organization interested in one or more consent items has any questions concerning a particular item, the items are approved at one time by the Board of Trustees.  The Board President may defer action on such a particular matter or matters at his or her discretion, and may choose to place the same at the end of the regular agenda for separate consideration. 

Description:  Attached are Minutes of the Regular Board Meeting of May 19, 2026, and Special Board Meeting of June 3,2026, for review and approval.

Description:  A complete list of payments contained in Accounts Payable Special Vouchers Numbers 8873, 8874, 8875, 8876, 8877, 8878, 8879, 8880, and Regular Run Voucher Numbers 8871 and 8872 are attached. Vouchers have been prepared in accordance to state law and copies of the Vouchers are available for review by the public at the Superintendent's office prior to the meeting.

Description:  A complete list of budget adjustments made by the Director of Business Services during the recent course of business is provided for review and approval by the Board of Trustees as required by NRS 354.598005.

Description:  Listed on the Personnel Report No. 26-06 are personnel actions presented for consideration by the Board of Trustees. Salaries for individuals employed will be determined in accordance with salary regulations of the District.

Description:  Approve, Modify, or Deny the Interlocal Agreement to transfer Assessor's Parcel Number 1320-32-110-005 to the Town of Minden. Approval of this item includes a waiver of any conflict of interest in the legal representation of the District and the Town.

Financial Impact: The Town of Minden will pay a purchase price of $420,000.00 to the School District and assumes responsibility for all associated title, escrow, and recording costs.

Intended Use: Upon transfer, the Town of Minden will utilize and maintain the property as a dog park open to the general public. 

Legal Authority: This property transfer is facilitated under Nevada Revised Statutes 277.180, which authorizes public agencies to enter into contracts for governmental activities. 

Description:  In accordance with Nevada Revised Statutes, Nevada Administrative Code and Department of Taxation Regulations, it is necessary to consider adoption of the following resolutions in order to make final amendments and augmentations to the District's 2025-2026 budgets: 
No. 26-08 "Resolution to Augment/Amend the General Fund for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026"
No. 26-09 "Resolution to Augment/Amend Certain Funds (to which ad valorem taxes are not allocated) for Fiscal Year 2025-2026"
All budget amendments and augmentations, both revenues and expenditures, included in the Resolutions are adjustments made to reflect financial events that have occurred after February 2026 - the last time that the District amended District budgets. These amendments are intended as final budget adjustments for fiscal year 2025-2026, and action is required to make them effective in accordance with Nevada Revised Statutes.

Description: 

• Review, discussion, and potential action regarding the marketing results and competitive proposals for the 2027 health insurance plan year, managed by LP Insurance Services. As part of our ongoing fiduciary review, a comprehensive Request for Proposal (RFP) was executed to benchmark our current self-funded plan against both alternative self-funded administrators and fully funded market options. The Board will review the comparative findings focusing on member benefit structures, network disruption, administrative cost efficiencies, and total risk exposure to ensure the optimal plan design remains in place for our members.

Description:  The Board is presented with this Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) which sets forth the terms, conditions and understanding between  {Sub-Recipient} and the {Receiving Jurisdiction/Agency} in regard to transferring and receiving equipment purchased with State and/or Federal grant funds.

Description:  The Board will consider approval of the Tentative Agreement reached between the District and the Douglas County Support Staff Organization (DCSSO) following collective bargaining negotiations. The Agreement establishes terms and conditions of employment for the designated bargaining unit for the period of July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. Key provisions include negotiated adjustments to compensation, benefits, and working conditions as mutually agreed upon by both parties. The Tentative Agreement has been ratified by the Association and is now presented to the Board for final approval. Approval of this item will authorize implementation of all terms effective upon Board action.

Fiscal Impact: Savings of approximately $144,451

Description:  The Board will consider approval of the Tentative Agreement reached between the District and the Douglas County  Professional Education Association (DCPEA) following collective bargaining negotiations. The Agreement establishes terms and conditions of employment for the designated bargaining unit for the period of July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2027. Key provisions include negotiated adjustments to compensation, benefits, and working conditions as mutually agreed upon by both parties. The Tentative Agreement has been ratified by the Association and is now presented to the Board for final approval. Approval of this item will authorize implementation of all terms effective upon Board action.

Fiscal Impact: Savings of approximately $392,589

Description:  The Board is presented with the Distance Education course offering changes for review and approval. The DCSD online platform, Edmentum, now has additional courses that will count for both elective and content course credit that DCSD would like to offer students.

Description:  The Board will consider approval of the Fiber Optic Outside Plant Management and Dark Fiber Agreement between the District and Digital Technology Solutions, Inc. (DTS Fiber). Under the Agreement, DTS will design, install, operate, maintain, and restore the District's fiber optic outside plant system at no cost to the District. The Agreement also provides the District with a dedicated dark fiber path and required optical equipment while granting DTS limited use of spare conduit and fiber capacity. All installed infrastructure will become the sole property of the District.

Description:  The Board is presented with the proposed Finance Committee Policy and the authorization for the establishment of a Finance Committee effective immediately to replace the existing Budget Committee.

Description: 

The following items are required to be submitted by the District to the Department on an ongoing basis, along with proof of submission to this Board and their approval and acceptance of the items.

• Monthly Bank Reconciliations

• Monthly Treasurer’s Report

• Cash Balances of All Funds

• Written status report on how fiscal practices or budgetary conditions have been corrected and/or improved.

Description:  The Board is presented with the request to authorize the Chief Financial Officer to conduct an assessment of current procurement policies, processes and procedures and return to the Board at their September 2026 meeting with recommendations.

Description:   District staff have determined that the real property located at APN 1220-15-310-052; 1220-15-
310-051; 1220-15-310-049 (1446 Muir Drive, Gardnerville, NV
89460) are no longer needed for current or future educational or operational purposes. Under NRS 393, the Board may declare the property surplus as the first step in the formal disposition process. This designation allows staff to proceed with required actions such as appraisal, public notice, and evaluation of potential sale or transfer options. Declaring the property surplus does not obligate the District to sell it but enables further analysis and recommendations. Staff recommends approval of the surplus designation so the District can explore appropriate next steps.

Description:  This item requests a formal Letter of Approval from the Board of Trustees to submit a Special Attendance Area (SAA) designation application to the Nevada Department of Education prior to the June 30, 2026, deadline. The application cites "Extenuating Circumstances" to demonstrate an operational necessity, rather than administrative convenience, due to the severe environmental and community safety barriers isolating the proposed sites. Applying for this SAA status represents the most fiscally responsible use of District resources. This application requires legislative action in order to allow the site to receive a Pupil-Centered Funding Plan (PCFP) adjustment to be integrated into the upcoming biennial budget build process.

Description:  Brief updates from the Board regarding District committees to which they are assigned. 

Description:  Superintendent, Frankie Alvarado, will report to the Board regarding activities of the past month and upcoming District events that may be of interest to them.

Description:  ALL MATTERS LISTED UNDER INFORMATIONAL ITEMS ARE CONSIDERED ROUTINE NON-ACTION ITEMS.  ANY MEMBER OF THE BOARD OR ANY CITIZEN MAY REQUEST THAT AN ITEM BE TAKEN FROM INFORMATIONAL ITEMS AND DISCUSSED DURING THIS MEETING.

Description:  Donations received by school sites over the last month.  The District wishes to acknowledge and thank the generosity of all donors on behalf of the students we serve;

Donations:

• Patrick Schmid donated a 2005 Jeep Liberty valued at $800 to the DHS Automotive Program
• Tami Anderson of MCA Mechanical Inc. donated goods and services valued at $1231.65 to the DHS Welding Program.

Description:  Monthly update on enrollment numbers for each school site is provided to the Board.

Description:  Future Agenda Items will provide trustees an opportunity to identify topics for upcoming board meetings that support strategic planning, policy review, and district improvement efforts. This item allows board members to request reports, propose new initiatives, or flag emerging issues that may require discussion or action. Suggested items will be prioritized by the Board Officers and Superintendent based on urgency, alignment with district goals, and available resources. No action will be taken during this meeting, as this item is intended solely for planning and direction-setting.

Description:  (*) Times are estimated.  Items on the Agenda may be taken out of order.  The Board of Trustees may combine two or more agenda items for consideration, and may remove an item from the agenda or delay discussion relating to an item on the agenda at any time. Generally speaking, the item will be heard no earlier than the time indicated.

If copies of the complete agenda (and supporting materials) are desired in advance, they may be obtained at the District Office on the Monday preceding a regular meeting of the Board.  Please contact the District Office at 775-782-5134 or Suptoffice@dcsd.k12.nv.us.

Notice to Individuals with Disabilities: Members of the public who require special assistance or accommodations are asked to notify the District Administration at 1638 Mono Avenue, Minden, Nevada, 89423, or by calling 782-5134, so that such notification is received at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the meeting. In conformance with the Open Meeting Law, it is hereby noted that the agenda for the meeting of the Douglas County School Board of Trustees has been posted at the following locations:

Douglas County School District, Minden, NV
District website: www.dcsd.k12.nv.us
State of Nevada website: https://notice.nv.gov