July 30, 2019 Mountain Time - Study Session and Business Meeting

Discussion on the possibility of implementing a temporary bus route to accommodate the Western Springs subdivision.

Board discussion regarding funding and construction of future projects.

Discussion on District-wide Literacy Plan for the 2019-20 school year to be considered for approval in the business meeting. Board approval of the plan is required by law.

Staff updates on TSSA (Teacher and Student Success Act) plan.

Discussion on a potential policy; review of sample policies from other districts.

Discussion on plans for the Truth in Taxation hearing which will be held on August 6, 2019 as required by law prior to a potential tax increase. 
Desired outcome: Finalize details for the Truth in Taxation hearing

Whereas, dedicated service to Jordan School District was faithfully and effectively performed;

 Whereas, they consistently and conscientiously executed their responsibilities with integrity, honesty and loyalty;

Be it Therefore Resolved: That the Jordan School District Board of Education and District Administration declare appreciation for the outstanding service that was performed in the cause of public education and hereby express our sorrow at the death of these valued friends:

• Comments must be appropriate for all ages and germane to the authority of the Board.
• The Board will not take public comment on personnel issues or statements regarding the character, professional competence, or the physical or mental health of an individual or a group whose members could be identified individually.
• Patron comment time is allotted first to residents of Jordan District, students, parents/guardians of current students, and current employees of the District. All others may address the Board if time permits.
• No more than 45 minutes will be allocated to public comments in a Board meeting.
• Both in-person and emailed comments are given up to three minutes to address the Board.
• Comments can be made either in person at the meeting or by submitting the comment via email to be read in the meeting if time permits. Comments will be heard from those attending in person prior to comments received electronically.
• To make an in-person comment, please sign up before the meeting begins with your name, address, and topic on the computer outside the meeting room.
• Patrons unable to sign up to speak prior to the start of the meeting may call the Office of the Business Administrator or Superintendent before 3:00 p.m. the day of the meeting to be placed on the sign-up sheet. 
  • Emailed comments to be read in the meeting should be submitted to boardcomments@jordandistrict.org before 3:00 pm the day of the meeting. A comment will not be read if it is not germane to the authority of the Board; regards the character, professional competence, or the physical or mental health of an individual; or is not appropriate for all ages. Comments not read in the meeting will be forwarded to the Board.
• The Board is unable, by law, to take action on items raised during the comment period that are not on the agenda.
• Silence by the Board on an issue does not suggest support or opposition to the message given.
• Persons who disrupt Board meetings with outbursts, cheers, jeering or applause may be removed from the meeting by appropriate legal means.

Administrators:

Licensed:

Classified:

It is recommended that the students whose parents have filed affidavits with the Jordan School District Department of Planning and Student Services pursuant to Utah Code 53G-6-204 be issued certificates excusing them from attending public school.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to increase the number of classrooms at Monte Vista Elementary School and add a new partition in the multipurpose room.  Total amount of recommended expenditure:  $2,469,500.00.  Source of funding: Capital Outlay. 

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide a new Transportation facility with increased room for offices, training and technical support as well as the space for service and repair bays.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $20,809,000.00.  Source of funding: Capital Outlay. 

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide the Board with a Bond Counsel to assist them with Lease Revenue Bonds should they be needed for future construction projects.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $50,000.00.  Source of funding: Capital Projects Bond Proceeds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide an online electronic school educational climate evaluation, reporting system and community engagement tool.  Total amount of recommended bid: $80,005.44.  Source of funding:  Evaluation, Research & Accountability budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve expenses for a District-wide Professional Development Day to be held for licensed and classified employees on August 13, 2019. Total amount of recommended expenditure: $150,000.00.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to increase the number of Chromebooks in every classroom to enable teachers and students to access the various digital curriculums and programs.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $63,314.16.  Source of funding: Land Trust, In Lieu of, and Digital Learning Funds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to purchase new chemistry textbooks that align with the newly adopted Next Generation Standards (NGSS) and the 9-12 SEEd Standards.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $63,855.00.  Source of funding: Textbook Funds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to purchase new science textbooks that align with the newly adopted 9-12 SEEd Standards.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $63,612.99.  Source of funding: Textbook Funds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to purchase books for the English Department at new Mountain Ridge High School.  Total amount of recommended expenditure:  $67,441.30. Source of funding:  School Start Up Textbook Funds.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to restock the white copy paper in the Central Warehouse.  Total amount of recommended expenditure: $116,970.00.  Source of funding:  Inventory.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide nursing services for the special needs students within the District.  Total amount of recommended expenditure:  $450,000.00/Year (approximate).  Source of funding:  Special Education Contracted Services Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide commodity processing for food allocated by the USDA food program for Nutrition Services.  Approximate Annual Dollar Amount:  $453,637.00.  Source of funding:  Nutrition Services Food Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide commodity processing for food allocated by the USDA food program for Nutrition Services.  Approximate Annual Dollar Amount:  $31,000.00.  Source of funding:  Nutrition Services Food Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide commodity processing for food allocated by the USDA food program for Nutrition Services.  Approximate Annual Dollar Amount:  $256,030.00.  Source of funding:  Nutrition Services Food Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide commodity processing for food allocated by the USDA food program for Nutrition Services.  Approximate Annual Dollar Amount:  $35,500.00.  Source of funding:  Nutrition Services Food Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide commodity processing for food allocated by the USDA food program for Nutrition Services.  Approximate Annual Dollar Amount:  $85,000.00.  Source of funding:  Nutrition Services Food Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide commodity processing for food allocated by the USDA food program for Nutrition Services.  Approximate Annual Dollar Amount:  $295,000.00.  Source of funding:  Nutrition Services Food Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid to provide commodity processing for food allocated by the USDA food program for Nutrition Services.  Approximate Annual Dollar Amount:  $70,000.00.  Source of funding:  Nutrition Services Food Budget.

Discussion and possible action to approve bid for the initial purchase of furniture for the Media Center at the new Mountain Creek Middle School.  Total amount of recommended bid: $57,805.72.  Source of funding: Start-up Equipment Fund.

Recommendation and possible action to approve Proposed Revisions to BSC204 Monitoring Superintendent Performance

1. Public Input Regarding Proposed Revisions to BSC204 Monitoring Superintendent Performance
2. Action by Board of Education on Proposed Revisions to BSC204 Monitoring Superintendent Performance

Recommendation and possible action to approve Jordan School District Literacy Plan as required by law.

1. Public Input Regarding Jordan School District Literacy Plan

2. Action by Board of Education on Jordan School District Literacy Plan

Recommendation and possible action to approve additional school fees.

1. Public Input Regarding Additional School Fees

2. Action by Board of Education on Additional School Fees