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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

DECEMBER 2, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2016 TEEN DRIVER SAFETY CONTEST

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2016 Teen Driver Safety Contest.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-101 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KENYA ZAKIYA HANDFIELD FOR HER SERVICE TO HER COMMUNITY (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-101 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Kenya Zakiya Handfield for her service to her community.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-104 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING MIAMI MUSIC PROJECT (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-104 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Miami Music Project.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-106 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CITY FURNITURE (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-106 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing City Furniture.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-107 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MOLINA HEALTHCARE (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-107 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Molina Healthcare.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-102 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JORGE PE\u00d1A, THE FOUNDER OF THE GREATER KENDALL BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-102 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Jorge Pe\u00f1a, the founder of the Greater Kendall Business Association.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-1O3 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MERCANTILE COMMERCEBANK\u2019S ZOOLENS PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-103 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Mercantile Commercebank\u2019s
Zoolens Photography Project.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-105 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING GUITARS OVER GUNS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-105 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring the Guitars Over Guns Organization.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School Chorus

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • November 3 and 12, and 19, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • November 17, 2015 School Board Organization Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • Values Matter
  • 2014-2015 Accountability
  • Governor's Budget Proposal

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-1 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2015-2016 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2015-2016 Educational Excellence School Advisory Council (EESAC) rosters.

C-2 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2015-2016 School Improvement Plans.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM OCTOBER 16, 2015 THROUGH NOVEMBER 19, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Personnel Action Listing 1078 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from October 16, 2015 through November 19, 2015.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective December 3, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item.

D-55 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for:

1. agreed upon disciplinary action; and

2. disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT, SIX CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve one (1) new charter contract with Avant Garde Academy of Florida, Inc., on behalf of Avant Garde Academy (i.) a 5-year term charter school contract, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2020, as a deferral was granted for the 2015-2016 school year; (ii.) to change the legal entity\u2019s name from Avant Garde Academy of Florida, Inc., to Virtus Education, Inc.; and (iii.) to change the school\u2019s name from Avant Garde Academy to Virtus Academy.

2. Approve six (6) charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate contracts reflecting the contents of the applications, for:

a. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., on behalf of BridgePrep Academy of Advanced Studies;

b. Advanced Learning Charter School, Inc., on behalf of Highly Inquisitive & Versatile Education (HIVE) Preparatory School \u2013 Riverside;

c. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., on behalf of:

i. Pinecrest Academy West K-8;

ii. Pinecrest Glades Academy;

iii. Pinecrest Glades Preparatory Middle High School;

d. Somerset Academy, Inc., on behalf of Somerset Gardens Academy.

D-66 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2015-2016 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into contractual agreements with the following sites for graduation rehearsals and exercises, June 1, 2016, through June 9, 2016:

  • Area Stage Company at the Riviera Theater
  • Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
  • Coral Gables Women\u2019s Club
  • Florida International University Graham Center
  • Florida International University U. S. Century Bank Arena
  • Florida International University Wertheim Center
  • Olympia Theater at the Gusman Center for Performing Arts
  • James L. Knight Center
  • Jungle Island Treetop Ballroom
  • Manuel Artime Theater
  • Miami-Dade County Auditorium
  • Shepard and Ruth K. Broad Performing Arts Center, Barry University
  • South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
  • The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
  • University of Miami BankUnited Center

2. enter into agreements for indemnification of the graduation sites listed in the agenda item; and

3. authorize payment for charges incurred to lease the facilities and to pay for ancillary services associated with graduation, e.g., stagehands, electricians, ushers, parking and parking attendants, and the rental of audio-visual equipment, plants, chairs, pianos, crowd control dividers, and the rental of caps and gowns for District and Region administrators who will attend graduations as platform guests at a total cost not to exceed $465,000.00.

The appropriation for these items are included in the General Fund of the 2015-2016 Adopted Budget.

D-67 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR:

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2016-2017, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 22, 2016

ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2016-2017, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 22, 2016

JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2016-2017, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 6, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. the Elementary and Secondary School Calendar \u2013 2016 - 2017, with a start date of August 22, 2016;

2 the Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar \u2013 2016 - 2017, with a start date of August 22, 2016; and

3. the Juvenile Justice Education School Calendar \u2013 2016 - 2017, with a start date of July 6, 2016.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending October 2015.

E-86 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT, AUDITOR\u2019S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS, MANAGEMENT LETTER AND SINGLE AUDIT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Auditor\u2019s Communication of Audit Results, Management Letter and Single Audit for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-87 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of WLRN Television and Radio Stations for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-88 AUDIT OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, JUNE 30, 2015 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Educational Facilities Impact Fee Fund, Special Purpose Financial Statements, June 30, 2015.


NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, December 2, 2015 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

  1. A. Call to Order

B. Close Agenda

  1. C. Purpose of Meeting

    1) Elections of Officers:
        Chair
        Vice Chair
        Superintendent of Schools - President and Secretary
        Chief Financial Officer - Vice President and Treasurer
        Treasurer - Assistant Secretary

    1.     2) Acceptance of Transmittal of Annual Budget and Audited Financial Statement Relating to         Foundation
  1. D. Other Business and Adjournment

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (revised)

1) EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d), FOR USE OF THE FORMER FLORAL HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FACILITY, LOCATED AT 5120 NW 24 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, WITH PROVISIONS FOR THE COUNTY TO SUB-LEASE ALL OR PORTIONS OF THE FACILITY TO ONE OR MORE QUALIFIED NOT-FOR-PROFIT ENTITIES PROVIDING COUNTY SPONSORED PROGRAMS TO THE COMMUNITY;

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AUTHORIZING SUB-LEASE AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND QUALIFIED ENTITIES, INCREASING OR DECREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY THE COUNTY, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE COUNTY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a lease agreement with Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d), for use of the former Floral Heights Elementary School facility, located at 5120 NW 24 Avenue, Miami, Florida, with provisions for the County to sub-lease all or portions of the facility to one or more qualified not-for-profit entities providing County programs to the community, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement, including authorizing sub-lease agreements between the County and qualified entities, increasing or decreasing the area occupied by the County, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the lease agreement, and placing the County in default, as may be applicable.

F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (revised)

1) EXECUTE AN AMENDED AND RESTATED LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA (\u201cDJJ\u201d), FOR USE OF THE BOARD-OWNED FACILITY, LOCATED AT 11000 SW 220 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA (\u201cFACILITY\u201d), AND REVIEW AND APPROVE A SUB-LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN DJJ AND SOUTH FLORIDA JAIL MINISTRIES, INC., DOING BUSINESS AS AGAPE NETWORK, FOR USE OF THE FACILITY; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE PROPOSED AMENDED AND RESTATED LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AUTHORIZING ANY SUB-LEASE BY DJJ, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING DJJ IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute an Amended and Restated Lease Agreement with the Department of Juvenile Justice of the State of Florida (\u201cDJJ\u201d), for use of the Board-owned facility, located at 11000 SW 220 Street, Miami, Florida (\u201cFacility\u201d), and review and approve a Sub-lease Agreement between DJJ and South Florida Jail Ministries, Inc., doing business as Agape Network, for use of the Facility, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. grant or deny all approvals required under the proposed Amended and Restated Lease Agreement, including authorizing any sub-lease by DJJ, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Amended and Restated Lease Agreement, and placing DJJ in default, as may be applicable.

F-3 ESTABLISH THE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF A PORTION OF THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (DASH) SITE LOCATED AT 4001 NE 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ISSUE AN INVITATION TO BID FOR THE POSSIBLE SALE OF SAME, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCESS SET FORTH IN SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7315 \u2013 DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS LAND AND OTHER REAL PROPERTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, establish the fair market value of a portion of the Design and Architecture Senior High School (DASH) site located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, at $53,900,000, and direct the Superintendent to issue an Invitation To Bid for the possible sale of same, in accordance with the process set forth in School Board Policy 7315 \u2013 Disposal of Surplus Land and Other Real Property.

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE:

1) A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE SCHOOL BOARD, CITY OF MIAMI BEACH AND 500 ALTON ROAD VENTURES, LLC, SOUTH BEACH HEIGHTS I, LLC, 1220 SIXTH, LLC, AND KGM EQUITIES, LLC, IN CONNECTION WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 485-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT 600-700 ALTON ROAD, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND

2) ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1) a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among the School Board, City of Miami Beach and 500 Alton Road Ventures, LLC, South Beach Heights I, LLC, 1220 Sixth, LLC, and KGM Equities, LLC, in connection with construction of a new 485-unit residential development, located at 600-700 Alton Road, City of Miami Beach, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above; and

2) any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement.

F-22 COMMISSIONING OF THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC. (d/b/a THE GORDIAN ASSOCIATES, INC.), AS JOB ORDER CONTRACTING (JOC) SYSTEM CONSULTANT FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission The Gordian Group, Inc. (d/b/a The Gordian Associates, Inc.), as Job Order Contracting System Consultant, for a four-year term, as follows:

1) A consulting fee of 2.27% of the construction value procured using the Job Order Contracting System, for the Initial 4-year Term of the Agreement; and

2) Services, fees, and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANT - STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES (FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1.0 MILLION EACH) AGREEMENTS FOR TWO (2) YEARS, UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT WITH:

1. ARVELO & ASSOCIATES, INC.; AND

2. M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent, or his designee, to extend the Special Projects Consultant - Structural Engineering Services Agreement for two (2) years, under the same fees, terms and conditions as the original Agreements with:

1. Arvelo & Associates, Inc.; and

2. M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc.

F-35 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT SHENANDOAH MIDDLE SCHOOL (PHASE I), LOCATED AT 1950 SW 19 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33145; PROJECT NO. 01339000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Thornton Construction Company, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations project at Shenandoah Middle School (Phase I) located at 1950 SW 19 Street, Miami, FL 33145, Project No. 01339000 in the amount of $4,972,144, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $238,293.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 *** v. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD \u2013 DOAH CASE NO. 15-003019

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida take one of the following actions in the case of *** v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, DOAH Case No. 15-003019:

(1) Adopt the Exceptions to the Recommended Order filed by the Superintendent and enter a Final Order consistent with those Exceptions, stating with particularity its reasons and citing to the record to justify the change in the recommendation; or

(2) Adopt the Recommended Order issued by the Administrative Law Judge and enter a Final Order consistent with his findings of fact, conclusions of law, and recommendations.

G-2 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO RETAIN PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP LEGAL COUNSEL (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to retain Holland & Knight, LLP to provide legal assistance and to represent the School Board in developing public private partnerships and to be compensated at a blended rate of $394 per hour for partners and associates. All attorney\u2019s fees and related expenditures under these matters will be within established budgets, and in accordance with Board-approved guidelines.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF A FOURTH ADDENDUM TO THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS\u2019 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, PROVIDING FOR A POSITIVE SALARY ADJUSTMENT

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair to negotiate and execute a fourth addendum to the Superintendent of Schools\u2019 employment agreement, providing for a salary adjustment not to exceed the last salary parameters approved by this Board at its March 13, 2013 meeting.

H-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE \u201c2016 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR\u201d ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2016 (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting the College Fair and direct the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in the \u201c2016 Miami National College Fair\u201d on Sunday, February 21, 2016.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

NOVEMBER 18, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-091 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING DR. OMAIDA C. VELAZQUEZ (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-091 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Dr. Omaida C. Velazquez.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-097 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CHAPMAN PARTNERSHIP (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami- Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-097 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Chapman
Partnership.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-098 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. HARRIETTE WILSON-GREENE (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-098 of The School Board of Miami- Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Harriette Wilson-Greene.

B-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING NOVEMBER AS HUNGER AND HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the Superintendent to endorse November as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-094 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE PTSA OF FRANK C. MARTIN AND VINELAND K-8 CENTER (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-094 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the PTSA of Frank C. Martin and Vineland K-8 Center.

B-14 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-092 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING FLORIDA BAR PRESIDENT RAM\u00d3N ABADIN (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-092 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Florida Bar President Ramon Abadin.

B-15 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-093 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING FIT KIDS DAY (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-093 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Fit Kids Day.

B-16 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-095 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CHILDREN\u2019S BEREAVEMENT CENTER (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-095 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Children\u2019s Bereavement Center.

B-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-096 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. EDWARD DICKSON, TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE\u2019S PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION (PTSA) & TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-096 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Edward Dickson, TERRA Environmental Research Institute\u2019s Parent Teacher Student Association (PTSA) and TERRA Environmental Research Institute.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

  • Style Saves/Rachael Russell

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Arthur & Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts Theatre Students

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • October 6, 8 and 14, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • October 14, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Values Matter
  • The National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM SEPTEMBER 11, 2015 THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2015

2. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION \u2013 DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 35

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve the Personnel Action Listing 1077 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from September 11, 2015 through October 15, 2015.

2. Accept the resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 35, as of the dates indicated in the Agenda Item.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective November 19, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item.

D-22 PPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - DR. MARTIN KARP

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, grant a personal leave of absence from teaching to Dr. Martin Karp for a one-year period, effective November 19, 2015.

D-24 CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, contractually employ Ms. Jennifer R. Suarez as Administrative Assistant to Ms. Lubby Navarro, effective October 23, 2015.

D-25 RATIFICATION OF THE 2015-2018 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2015-2018 Tentative Agreement successor contract with AFSCME effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018, subject to ratification by AFSCME unit members. If the Tentative Agreement is not ratified by a majority vote of employees voting in the AFSCME bargaining unit, the School Board's ratification will be nullified.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

3 WORKDAYS
YULANDA D. KERR-STEWART - TEACHER
RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL

10 WORKDAYS
SHELEENY A CLARK - TEACHER
SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

30 CALENDAR DAYS
VICTORIA L. ROBINSON - SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
JACK SCHEE TRANSPORTATION CENTER

10 CALENDAR DAYS
MARLON C. JINKS - HEAD CUSTODIAN
CRESTVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

20 CALENDAR DAYS
DEBORAH J. DAVIS - SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
SOUTH TRANSPORTATION CENTER

20 CALENDAR DAYS
SEVERN E. BRADWELL - CUSTODIAN
RUTH K. BROAD/BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER

20 WORKDAYS
MAVIS I. STRICKLAND - TEACHER
COCONUT PALM K-8 CENTER

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
10 WORKDAYS
PRISCILLA A. PARRIS - TEACHER
HENRY E.S. REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
VERNARD M. WHITLEY - SCHOOL SECURITY MONITOR
JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: 1)That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Ms. Yulanda D. Kerr-Stewart, Teacher, Richmond Heights Middle School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective November 19, 2015.
B)Ms. Sheleenya Clark, Teacher, South Miami Heights Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective November 19, 2015.
C)Ms. Victoria L. Robinson, School Bus Driver, Jack Schee Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective November 19, 2015.
D)Mr. Marlon C. Jinks, Head Custodian, Crestview Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten ( 10) calendar days, effective November 19, 2015.
E)Ms. Deborah J. Davis, School Bus Driver, South Transportation Center, suspension without pay for twenty
(20)calendar days, effective November 19, 2015.
F)Mr. Severn E. Bradwell, Custodian, Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center, suspension without pay for twenty (20) calendar days, effective November 19, 2015.
G)Ms. Mavis I. Strickland, Teacher, Coconut Palm K-8 Center, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective November 19, 2015.

2)That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Ms. Priscilla A. Parris, Teacher, Henry E.S. Reeves Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective November 19, 2015.
B)Mr. Vernard M. Whitley, School Security Monitor, John F. Kennedy Middle School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective November 19, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF FOUR CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve four (4) charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate contracts reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board, for:

a. AcadeMir Charter School, Inc., on behalf of AcadeMir Charter School Preparatory;

b. Florida High School for Accelerated Learning \u2013 Miami-Dade Campus, Inc., on behalf of:

i. Florida High School Accelerated Learning \u2013 Miami-Dade Campus, School II;

ii. Florida High School Accelerated Learning \u2013 Miami-Dade Campus, School III; and

c. Arts Academy of Excellence, Inc., on behalf of The Arts Academy of Excellence.

D-66 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENT TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-9 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2015-2016 school year, the 2016 summer session, and the 2016-2017 school year;

2. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion; and

3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending September 2015.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY REPORTS FOR JULY, AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 1,936 items with a depreciated cost of $228,184 and Recoveries containing 5 items with a depreciated cost of $341 to update the records for July, August and September 2015.

E-3 APPROVAL OF REVISED SECTIONS OF THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 DUE TO THE IMPLEMENTATION OF GASB STATEMENT NO. 68, ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL REPORTING FOR PENSIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the revised sections of the Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2015; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to submit the approved revised sections to the Florida Department of Education.

E-25 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive the annual report of the activities of the Treasury Advisory Committee for 2015

E-70 APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES FOR DISTRICT SELF INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2016; CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES THROUGH THE FLORIDA SCHOOLS RETIREE BENEFITS CONSORTIUM (FSRBC)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates for benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents for associations (Managerial Exempt Personnel, Confidential Exempt Personnel) and unions in agreement with plan design and contribution changes for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2016, through December 31, 2016, which appear on page 5 of the Agenda item; and

2. confirm the following composite rate structure for the District\u2019s self-funded healthcare program for calendar year 2016, with the Individual Stop Loss premium\u2019s attachment point of $1,000,000:

2016

Administrative Services Only (ASO) Fee

$ 21.46

Pharmaceutical Rebate Decrement

($ 7.00)

Individual Stop Loss (ISL) Premium

$ 7.80

Internal Service Fund Administrative Fee

$ 3.08

Total Monthly Composite Rate

$ 25.34

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* Rate includes adult children up to age 26 in compliance with 2010 Health Reform Act.

** Rate is per eligible dependent 27-30 years of age in addition to other dependent rates as shown above in compliance with Florida Statute \u00a7627.602(c)(1).

3. approve Medicare Group plan offerings and applicable premiums as referenced below with listed plans and premiums to be subject to final approval from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

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E-141 REJECT RFP NO. RFP-15-004-MT \u2013 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICE PILOT PROGRAM (withdrawn)

REJECT RFP NO. RFP-15-006-ND - COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING CONTINUING OPPORTUNITIES FOR A PURPOSEFUL EDUCATION (C.O.P.E) CENTER SOUTH

REJECT RFP NO. RFP-041-PP10 - GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE & FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. REJECT RFP NO. RFP-15-004-MT \u2013 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICE PILOT PROGRAM, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications to allow for more vendor participation.

2. REJECT RFP NO. RFP-15-006-ND - COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING CONTINUING OPPORTUNITIES FOR A PURPOSEFUL EDUCATION (C.O.P.E) CENTER SOUTH, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications to allow for more vendor participation.

3. REJECT RFP NO. RFP-041-PP10 - GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE & FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications.

E-142 AWARD RFP NO. RFP-14-023-SL \u2013 SPECIAL EDUCATION ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD RFP No. RFP-14-023-SL \u2013 SPECIAL EDUCATION ELECTRONIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, to select qualified and experienced firms to assist The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida in the development of an electronic management system for the collection and administration of exceptional student education records that include students with disabilities and students that are identified as gifted, effective November 18, 2015 through November 17, 2016, including extensions thereto, as follows:

ACCELIFY SOLUTIONS, LLC
3611 14TH AVENUE, SUITE 422
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK 11212
OWNER/OFFICER: AARON ALEX BRECHER, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,200,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,162,500, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-011-MT \u2013 STUDENT TRAVEL SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD RFP No. ITB-15-011-MT STUDENT TRAVEL SERVICES, to select preapproved vendors to provide student travel services, specifically in and out of the State of Florida, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of November 18, 2015 through November 17, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1- BLACK HISTORY TOURS.COM, INC.
16850 COLLINS AVENUE #478
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FL 33160
OWNER: ERIC ALBOHER, PRESIDENT

2- BUSINESS TRAVEL ADVISORS
8095 NW 12TH STREET, SUITE 316
DORAL, FL 33126
OWNER: YAMILLE BARRERA, VICE PRESIDENT
MBE
Hispanic-American

3- DESTINATION SERVICES UNLIMITED, INC.
3850 S. UNIVERSITY DRIVE, #291378
DAVIE, FL 33329
OWNER: CONNIE MARCUS, PRESIDENT

4- EXPLORE WITH EXCELLENCE, INC.
1010 SW 46TH AVENUE, SUITE 112
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
OWNER: JAMES THOMPSON, PRESIDENT/CEO

5- FEAT TRAVEL, INC.
2900 NW 105TH LANE
SUNRISE, FL 33322
OWNER: CHAD MURRAY, VICE PRESIDENT

6- FLAMINGO EDUCATIONAL TOURS OF FLORIDA, INC.
10049 NW 1ST COURT
PLANTATION, FL 33324
OWNER: JANEY L. HOCKENHULL, PRESIDENT

7- FLORIDA SAFARI ADVENTURES, INC. DBA BUILD-A-FIELD TRIP
3440 NE 12TH AVENUE
OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334
OWNER: GABRIELLE BOLL, PRESIDENT

8- KING'S COLLEGE TOURS, INC.
13320 NW 18TH COURT
MIAMI, FL 33167
OWNER: ANTONIO KING, PRESIDENT/CEO
MBE
African-American

9- LAKELAND TOURS, LLC DBA WORLDSTRIDES
218 WEST WATER STREET, SUITE 400
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22902
OWNER: CHRISTI CAREL, RISK MANAGER

10- MY PERSONAL ASSISTANT, DBA EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIPS (EFT)
7241 SW 168TH STREET SUITE D
PALMETTO BAY, FL 33157
OWNER: PATRICIA MUNOZ-CHIONG, PRESIDENT
SBE1
Hispanic-American

11- PROFESSIONAL VACATIONS, INC. DBA LEARNING BY TRAVEL
1171 SE 10TH AVENUE
HIALEAH, FL 33010
OWNER: GUNTHER MEYER, PRESIDENT

12- SCHOLASTIC JOURNEYS
11482 SW 109TH RD., UNIT D
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER: BRENDA STEELE, PRESIDENT

13- SHORESIDE CONNECTIONS, INC.
1565 WEEPING WILLOW WAY
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33019
OWNER: ADELE L. ZUM, PRESIDENT/CEO

14- SONSHINE EDUCATIONAL TOURS, INC.
5401 N. UNIVERSITY DR. #201
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33067
OWNER: KARIN HOFFMAN, VICE PRESIDENT

15- SPECTRUM TOURS, INC.
4808 W. COMMERCIAL BLVD.
TAMARAC, FL 33319
OWNER: GLEN MASCIARELLI, VICE PRESIDENT

16- VAGABOND TOURS, INC. DBA EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL ADVENTURES.COM
4400 ROUTE 9 SOUTH, SUITE 1000
FREEHOLD, NJ 07728
OWNER: MICHAEL HOLZER, GENERAL MANAGER/PRESIDENT

Authorize Procurement Management Services to obtain Request for Quotes from the awarded preapproved vendors for the initial term of three (3) years, which may be extended for an additional two (2) one year periods. This is a term bid which states that the Board may purchase quantities, as may be needed, but is not obligated to purchase any guaranteed amount and/or utilize any specific vendor(s).

In accordance, with the conditions of the ITB, in the event of default by any vendor, which may include, but is not limited to non-performance and/or poor performance, the District may exercise its right to terminate the award and to hold the vendor ineligible to transact business with the Board as provided by the ITB and Board policy.

MBE-Micro Business Enterprise
SBE1-Small Business Enterprise Tier1

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR FIVE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for three programs and two in-kind donations from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Downtown Miami Charter School, in the approximate amount of $430,940, for the grant period of August 1, 2015, through July 31, 2016;

b. United States Department of Homeland Security for funding under the Citizenship Instruction and Naturalization Application Services, in the approximate amount of $250,000, for the grant period of October 1, 2015, through September 30, 2017;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the District Instructional Leadership and Faculty Development Grant, in the approximate amount of $865,509, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

d. National Football League for in-kind support under the Fuel Up to Play 60 NFL FLAG Football District Program, in the approximate amount of $79,440, for the grant period of September 21, 2015, through June 10, 2016; and

e. The Mr. Holland\u2019s Opus Foundation and StubHub for in-kind support under The Mr. Holland\u2019s Opus Foundation Grant, in the approximate amount of $70,000, for the grant period of September 29, 2015, through June 9, 2016.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements:

a. Catholic Legal Services in the approximate amount of $58,000, in support of the Citizenship Instruction and Naturalization Application Services;

b. Stronge and Associates Educational Consulting, LLC in the approximate amount of $162,000, to develop and provide high-quality, research-based professional development in instructional leadership centered on IPEGS Framework of effective instruction.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grants in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

 F-1 1) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A TEMPORARY, NON-EXCLUSIVE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (\u201cFDOT\u201d) FOR THE PURPOSE OF ALLOWING FDOT TO TIE-IN AND HARMONIZE ITS PROPOSED HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS WITH EXISTING FEATURES OF THE MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (\u201cSCHOOL\u201d) CAMPUS, 2450 SW 1 STREET, MIAMI, LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE ROADWORK;

2) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A TEMPORARY, NON-EXCLUSIVE EASEMENT AGREEMENT, IN FAVOR OF AND TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, FOR THE PURPOSE OF ALLOWING FDOT TO ACCESS THE ABOVE REFERENCED ROADWAY CONSTRUCTION SITE DURING INSTALLATION OF A DRAINAGE STRUCTURE WITHIN EXISTING PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY ADJACENT TO THE SCHOOL; AND

3) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER BOTH AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING EXTENDING THE AGREEMENTS FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED 18 MONTHS, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENTS, AND PLACING FDOT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a Temporary, Non-exclusive License Agreement with the State of Florida Department of Transportation (\u201cFDOT\u201d) for the purpose of allowing FDOT to tie-in and harmonize its proposed highway improvements with existing features of the Miami Senior High School (\u201cSchool\u201d) campus, 2450 SW 1 Street, Miami, located adjacent to the roadwork, under, substantially, the terms noted in the agenda item;

2) authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and for the Chair and Secretary to execute a Temporary, Non-exclusive Easement Agreement, in favor of and to the State of Florida Department of Transportation, for the purpose of allowing FDOT to access the above referenced roadway construction site during installation of a drainage structure within existing public right-of-way adjacent to the School, under, substantially, the terms noted in the agenda item; and

3) authorize the Superintendent to grant or deny all approvals required under both agreements, including extending the agreements for a period not to exceed 18 months, canceling or terminating the agreements, and placing FDOT in default, as may be applicable.

F-2 1) RENEW THE USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH (\u201cCITY\u201d), FOR STAFF PARKING AT NORTH BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4100 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FOR THE PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 23, 2016, AND ENDING JULY 22, 2021;

2) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE USE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AND renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Agreement

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) renew the Use Agreement between the School Board and the City of Miami Beach (\u201cCity\u201d), for staff parking at North Beach Elementary School, located at 4100 Prairie Avenue, Miami Beach, for the period commencing July 23, 2016, and ending July 22, 2021, at an annual rental rate of $3,150, and under, substantially, the other terms and conditions set forth in the agenda item;

2) authorize the Superintendent to grant or deny all approvals required under the Use Agreement, including placing the City in default, and renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Agreement.

F-3 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d), TO EXTEND USE OF CALUSA CLUB ESTATES PARK, LOCATED AT 13464 SW 96 STREET, BY CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 9580 WEST CALUSA CLUB DRIVE, FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 17, 2025; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING PLACING THE COUNTY IN DEFAULT, AND renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Agreement

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d), to extend use of Calusa Club Estates Park, located at 13464 SW 96 street, by Calusa Elementary School, located at 9580 West Calusa Club Drive, for the period ending November 17, 2025, and under, substantially, the other terms and conditions set forth in the agenda item; and

2) grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including without limitation, placing the County in default, and renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Lease Agreement.

F-34 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order No. 3 on Project No. 01224800, A New Charter Elementary School in Downtown Doral, for an additional cost of $72,559.00.

B-2. Change Order No. 2 on Project No. A01018, S/S "LLL" Miami Carol City Senior High School Replacement, for a credit of $252,555.23.

F-35 AWARD TO TECTA AMERICA SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. PROJECT NO. 00390000, ROOFING TERM BID CONTRACT RTB15-O1 MAJOR REPAIRS \u2013 REROOFING VARIOUS FACILITIES, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award:

Project No. 00390000, Roofing Term Contract RTB15-O1, Various Locations, on the Basis of the low Adjustment Factor, for a not-to-exceed amount of $2,000,000.00 to:

TECTA AMERICA SOUTH FLORIDA, INC.
1431 S. W. 30 Avenue
Deerfield, Florida 33442

F-36 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS, REMODELING AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT MELROSE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 3050 NW 35 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142; PROJECT NO. 01337400

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for D. Stephenson Construction Inc., for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations, remodeling and repairs project at Melrose Elementary School located at 3050 NW 35 Street, Miami, Florida, 33142, Project No. 01337400 in the amount of $4,863,666.00, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $ 219,876.00.

F-60 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-14-057-CV \u2013 TREE, PALM AND SHRUB PRUNING/REMOVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-057-CV \u2013 TREE, PALM AND SHRUB PRUNING/REMOVAL, to establish a pool of pre-approved vendors, to furnish all labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary to perform tree, palm and shrub, trimming, pruning and stump removal for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of November 18, 2015 through November 17, 2017, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1- A NATIVE TREE SERVICE, INC.
15733 S.W. 117TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33177
OWNER: ANGELA TOMASETTI, CORPORATE OFFICER

2- ARBORCARE, INC.
63 E. 57TH STREET
HIALEAH, FL 33013
OWNER: JOE R. RODRIGUEZ, PRESIDENT
Self-declared Hispanic

3- ATLANTIC TREE CARE, LLC
22975 S.W. 182ND AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33170
OWNER: RODGER K. CROUSE, MEMBER

4- BIG RON\u2019S TREE SERVICE, LLC MBE
16221 S.W. 98TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33157
OWNER: RON VON PAULUS, MANAGING MEMBER

5- FLORIDA COAST SERVICES, INC.
6664 SWEET MAPLE LANE
BOCA RATON, FL 33433
OWNER: DONNA MULGREW, PRESIDENT

6- FLORIDA TURF AND LANDSCAPE HORTICULTURE, INC.
400 N.W. 129TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33182
OWNER: HENRY PERDOMO, PRESIDENT
Self-declared Hispanic

7- GREEN WISE GROUP, LLC
19191 S.W. 232ND STREET
MIAMI, FL 33170
OWNER: GENE SHERWOOD, MANAGING MEMBER

8- MITCHELL\u2019S LAWN MAINTENANCE CORP.
15665 S.W. 117TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33177
OWNER: ELSA GELMAN, PRESIDENT
Self-declared Hispanic

9- SFM SERVICES, INC.
9700 N.W. 79th AVENUE
HIALEAH GARDENS, FL 33016
OWNER: CHRISTIAN INFANTE, PRESIDENT
Self-declared Hispanic

10- SUPERIOR LANDSCAPING & LAWN SERVICE, INC. MBE
2200 N.W. 23RD AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33142
OWNER: ORLANDO OTERO, PRESIDENT
Hispanic-American

11- THOMAS MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC.
16205 S.W. 117TH AVENUE, #7
MIAMI, FL 33177
OWNER: MARY THOMAS, PRESIDENT
Self-declared African-American

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $400,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $200,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

MBE-Micro Business Enterprise

F-61 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-14-064-CV \u2013 DEMOLITION OF PORTABLE CLASSROOMS AND SITE RESTORATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-064-CV - DEMOLITION OF PORTABLE CLASSROOM AND SITE RESTORATION, to establish a pool of pre-approved vendors, to furnish all labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary to demolish portable classrooms and restore the sites to green space for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective November 18, 2015 through November 17, 2017, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. CRISSCROSS CONCRETE CUTTING & DRILLING, MBE
INC.
270 N. W. 193RD STREET
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER: CRISPOND BASDEN, PRESIDENT
African-American

2. CUNANO BUILDERS CORP MBE
16259 S. W. 81ST STREET
MIAMI, FL 33193
OWNER: ORLANDO FERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT
Hispanic-American

3. MAC CONSTRUCTION, INC MBE
9500 N. W. 12TH STREET, BAY 2
DORAL, FL 33172
OWNER: MARY CEAVERS, PRESIDENT

4. PIONEER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SBE1
SERVICES, INC.
540 N. W. 165TH STREET, RD 307
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER: D. RUEL MILES, PRESIDENT
African-American

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $990,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $495,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

MBE-Micro Business Enterprise
SBE1-Small Business Enterprise Tier1

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve three (3) new applications.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JAMAL D. JAMES, DOAH Case No. 15-5901

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Jamal D. James, DOAH Case No. 15-5901, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension, already served, and reinstating him to his position as a school security monitor with the School Board, under the conditions specified in the Agreement.

G-2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. FELIPE C. BONET, DOAH Case No. 15-005401TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Felipe C. Bonet, DOAH Case No. 15-005401, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension already served and reinstating him to his position as a teacher with the School Board, under the conditions specified in the Agreement.

G-3 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ARLEEN GOMEZ, DOAH Case No. 14-3005TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Arleen Gomez, DOAH Case No. 14-3005TTS, terminating Respondent\u2019s employment.

G-4 AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE LEGAL PROCEEDINGS AGAINST MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER TO SEEK RECOVERY OF FUNDS IMPROPERLY OBTAINED THROUGH MISLEADING BILLING PRACTICES (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the initiation of legal proceedings against the Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser, in his official capacity, for its improper billing practices against the School Board, and approve retention of Mr. Jorge A. Mestre, a partner with the firm of Rivero Mestre, LLP, to represent the School Board as its legal counsel in this litigation. The law firm will be compensated at $295.00 per hour for partners, $225 per hour for associates, and $75.00 per hour for paralegals

G-5 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO RETAIN PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP LEGAL COUNSEL (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to retain Greenberg Traurig and Holland & Knight to provide legal assistance and to represent the School Board in developing public private partnerships and to be compensated at a blended rate of $425 per hour for partners and associates

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-9 COLLABORATION ON REDUCING MANDATED TESTING

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore in a collaborative manner with Federal and State authorities for additional opportunities to reduce Federal and State mandated tests.

H-10 COUNCIL OF GREAT CITY SCHOOLS CONFERENCE (revised)

ACTION RECOMMEND BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County accept the Council of Great City Schools 59th Annual Fall Conference materials and update as provided by its Board appointee and Council Executive Board member.

H-12 DISSEMINATE INFORMATION TO PARENTS AND COMMUNITY AS IT RELATES TO ENROLLMENT EVENTS AND LOCATIONS, AS WELL AS HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN OPTIONS UNDER THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the Superintendent to disseminate information to parents of M-DCPS students and the community regarding the upcoming enrollment dates and events related to the 2016 Open Enrollment for the Affordable Care Act, as well as providing information where individuals may go to find specifics on coverage options and premium costs.

H-13 TELEPRESENCE VIDEO CONFERENCING (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. explore the possibility of enhancing virtual education via a telepresence mode of instruction; and,

2. determine the feasibility of the telepresence mode of instruction and the areas in which this method benefits M-DCPS students and employees.

H-17 DISTRICT EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT RECOGNITION PROGRAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore the implementation of a District Employee Retirement Recognition Program, recognizing employees who are retiring after 30 or more years of service to the District.

H-19 LIGHTNING DETECTION SENSORS/ALARMS IN SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of installing lightning detection sensors/alarms in all schools in Miami-Dade, and develop a comprehensive lightning safety plan for schools, report back to the Board by the January 2016 Board meeting.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

NOVEMBER 17, 2015 ORGANIZATION MEETING 10:00 A.M.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132, NO LATER THAN NOON, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2015.\u00a0

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Monday PM or Tuesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of changes to the Agenda click the button below.
Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes.\u00a0 \u00a0It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary.\u00a0 If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting.\u00a0 At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed.\u00a0 The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].
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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

OCTOBER 14, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

 
10:00 A.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Superintendent Presiding
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

1. Welcome - Superintendent
2. Explanation of Procedures - Board Attorney
3. Election of Chair
4. Election of Vice Chair

5. Agenda Item SP-1 - Authorization of Signature of Board Officers

MOTION: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law.

6. Agenda Item SP-2 - Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2016.

 

 

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-082 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AS A NATIONAL PTA SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-082 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Palmetto Elementary School as a
National PTA School of Excellence.

H-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-083 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S ADVISORY PANEL FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INCLUSION ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENT 2015-16 (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-083, of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hammocks Middle School
as the 2015-16 Superintendent\u2019s Advisory Panel for Students

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BULLYING PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month and encourage a year-round awareness of bullying prevention throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-081 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CLOUD9WORLD (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-081 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Cloud9World.

H-11 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-084 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FEEDING SOUTH FLORIDA FOR THEIR COLLABORATION WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 FOOD DRIVE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-084 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Feeding South Florida for their collaboration with Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 food drive.

H-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-085 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER ON ITS 10TH ANNIVERSARY, ITS EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND PACT CHAIRMAN MIKE EIDSON (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-085 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts on its 10th anniversary, its education programs and Pact Chairman Mike Eidson.

H-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-086 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KENNETH FRIEDMAN FOR HIS COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-086 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Kenneth Friedman for his commitment to community service.

H-14 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-089 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE VILARI\u00d1O FAMILY (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-089 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Vilari\u00f1o family.

H-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-087 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE JESSIE TRICE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-087 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Jessie Trice
Community Health Center.

H-17 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-088 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE METROPOLITAN DADE COUNTY SECTION OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, INC. (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-088 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Metropolitan Dade County Section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc.

H-18 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NOVEMBER 19, 2015 AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY, AND ITS GOAL OF INCREASING OVERALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH PARENT ENGAGEMENT, WITH YEAR-ROUND ENCOURAGEMENT THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse November 19, 2015 as National Parent Involvement Day and its goal of increasing overall student achievement through parent engagement, with year-round encouragement throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • South Miami Middle School Theatre Students

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • September 3, 10, 15, 22, and 24, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • September 9, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \"H\" ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised 2)

  • 2015 National Academy of Foundation Recognition
  • Let's Move! Active Schools Award
  • Values Matter Recognition

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-1 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE DISTRICT\u2019S DIGITAL CLASSROOMS PLAN TO OBTAIN FUNDING UNDER THE FLORIDA DIGITAL CLASSROOMS ALLOCATION (H.B.5101)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Digital Classrooms Plan developed by the Office of Innovation and School Choice.

C-2 REQUEST FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITH RACHEL\u2019S CHALLENGE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute a contract with Rachel\u2019s Challenge and approve its implementation at the following 18 middle schools: Andover Middle, Brownsville Middle, Carol City Middle, Citrus Grove Middle, Cutler Bay Middle, Georgia Jones-Ayers Middle, Henry H. Filer Middle, Hialeah Middle, Homestead Middle, Horace Mann Middle, Jose de Diego Middle, Madison Middle, Norland Middle, North Dade Middle, North Miami Middle, Redland Middle, Richmond Heights Middle and Thomas Jefferson Middle, at a cost not to exceed $89,900.00.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM AUGUST 7, 2015 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 10, 2015

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM JULY 14, 2015 THROUGH OCTOBER 16, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. The Personnel Action Listing 1076 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from August 7, 2015 through September 10, 2015.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from July 14, 2015 through October 16, 2015.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective October 15, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-22 APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CHONDRIA N. ESSIX AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (AFSCME), FMCS CASE NO. 150504-55393-3

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the resignation of Chondria N. Essix and approve the Settlement Agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Chondria N. Essix and The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Local 1184, to resolve in its entirety FMCS Case No. 150504-55393-3.

D-23 RATIFICATION OF THE 2015-2018 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT AND THE 2016 EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAM MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE COMMITTEE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2015-2018 Tentative Agreement successor contract with DCSMEC effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018, and the 2016 Employee Benefit Program MOU.

D-46 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF AMENDMENT TO BOARD POLICY 5511, DRESS AND GROOMING (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to School Board Policy 5511, Dress and Grooming, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 14, 2015.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised 2)

10 CALENDAR DAYS
PETER A. YOUNG - LEAD CUSTODIAN
NORTH DADE CENTER FOR MODERN LANGUAGES

5 CALENDAR DAYS
CHARLES J. MCDONALD - CUSTODIAN
NORTH DADE CENTER FOR MODERN LANGUAGES

30 CALENDAR DAYS
KENTISH D. HARVEY - CUSTODIAN
MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
JAMAL D. JAMES - SCHOOL SECURITY MONITOR
FULFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: 1)That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Mr. Peter A. Young, Lead Custodian, North Dade Center for Modern Languages, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective October 15, 2015.
B)Mr. Charles J. McDonald, Custodian, North Dade Center for Modern Languages, suspension without pay for five (5) calendar days, effective October 26, 2015.
C)Mr. Kentish D. Harvey, Custodian, Miami Northwestern Senior High School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective October 15, 2015.

2)That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Mr. Jamal D. James, School Security Monitor, Fulford Elementary School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective October 15, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO SEPARATE CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS PURSUANT TO A GRANT AWARD WITH FANM AYISYEN NAN MIYAMI, INC.; ENFAMILIA, INC.; BRANCHES FLORIDA CITY ADULT LITERACY PROGRAM; MEXICAN-AMERICAN COUNCIL, INC.; A WORTHY CAUSE, INC.; CONNECTFAMILIAS, INC.; SUNDARI FOUNDATION, INC.; READ 2 SUCCEED, INC.; FLORIDA VENTURES; THE ROCK FAMILY COMMUNITY CENTER; PIERRE TOUSSAINT LEADERSHIP AND LEARNING CENTER; MIAMI LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED, INC.; QQ RESEARCH, INC.; BLACKBOARD CONNECT, INC., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $329,000 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into separate contractual agreements pursuant to an Adult Education and Family Services grant award in the total amount of $329,000 for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016, with:

  • Fanm Ayisyen Nan Miyami, Inc., in the total amount of $24,000;
  • Read 2 Succeed, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • Florida Ventures, in the amount of $24,000;
  • The Rock Family Community Center, in the amount of $24,000;
  • Pierre Toussaint Leadership and Learning Center, in the amount of $24,000;
  • enFamilia, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • Branches Florida City Adult Literacy Program, in the amount of $24,000;
  • Mexican-American Council, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • A Worthy Cause, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • ConnectFamilias Inc.; in the of Amount of $24,000;
  • Sundari Foundation, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • Miami Lighthouse For The Blind And Visually Impaired, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • QQ Research, Inc., in the amount of $15,000;
  • Blackboard Connect, Inc., in the amount of $26,000.

2. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the programs; and

3. direct Financial Operations to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board.

D-66 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION AND DENIAL OF ONE CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the charter school application for Arts Academy of Excellence, Inc., on behalf of The Arts Academy of Excellence, and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board; and

2. deny the charter school application for Phoenix Academies of Excellence, Inc., on behalf of Phoenix Academy of Excellence.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Reports for the periods ending July and August 2015.

E-66 APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES FOR DISTRICT SELF INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2016; CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES THROUGH THE FLORIDA SCHOOLS RETIREE BENEFITS CONSORTIUM (FSRBC); AND EXPLORE THE CREATION OF THE M-DCPS RETIRED SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER HEALTHCARE PROGRAM (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates for benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents for associations (Managerial Exempt Personnel, Confidential Exempt Personnel) and unions in agreement with plan design and contribution changes for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2016, through December 31, 2016 which appear on page 6 of this item

2. confirm the following composite rate structure for the District\u2019s self-funded healthcare program for calendar year 2016, with the Individual Stop Loss premium\u2019s attachment point of $1,000,000:

 

2016

Administrative Services Only (ASO) Fee

$ 21.46

Pharmaceutical Rebate Decrement

($ 7.00)

Individual Stop Loss (ISL) Premium

$ 7.80

Internal Service Fund Administrative Fee

$ 3.08

Total Monthly Composite Rate

$ 25.34

3. authorize the Superintendent to explore the feasibility and potentially implement a program that would provide School Board Members for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida who serve at least eight (8) full years in that capacity and retire to be entitled to District-supported healthcare based upon healthcare options offered to both Medicare-eligible District employees and non-Medicare-eligible District employees consisting of currently offered programs with School Board Member retirees who are not Medicare-eligible to be enrolled in the same healthcare program in which they were enrolled as a School Board Member prior to retirement, and the ability for the retired School Board Member to enroll eligible dependents at their own expense; and

 

OAP 10

OAP 20

LOCAL PLUS

EMPLOYEE
SALARY
BANDS

MONTHLY PREMIUM

BOARD PAYS

EMPLOYEE PAYS

MONTHLY PREMIUM

BOARD PAYS

EMPLOYEE PAYS

MONTHLY PREMIUM

BOARD PAYS

EMPLOYEE PAYS

Salary Band 1(Under $34,999K)

Employee Only

$692

$574

$118

$656

$646

$10

$655

$655

$0

EE + SP

$1,669

$1,307

$362

$1,585

$1,417

$168

$1,583

$1,425

$158

EE + CH*

$1,379

$1,089

$290

$1,310

$1,188

$122

$1,308

$1,197

$111

EE + Family

$2,648

$2,041

$607

$2,514

$2,188

$326

$2,510

$2,195

$315

Salary Band 2 (Over $35K to $54,999K)

Employee Only

$692

$539

$153

$656

$636

$20

$655

$655

$0

EE + SP

$1,669

$1,174

$495

$1,585

$1,332

$253

$1,583

$1,351

$232

EE + CH*

$1,379

$986

$393

$1,310

$1,126

$184

$1,308

$1,145

$163

EE + Family

$2,648

$1,810

$838

$2,514

$2,029

$485

$2,510

$2,046

$464

Salary Band 3 (Over 55K to $69,999K)

Employee Only

$692

$518

$174

$656

$626

$30

$655

$655

$0

EE + SP

$1,669

$1,055

$614

$1,585

$1,183

$402

$1,583

$1,240

$343

EE + CH*

$1,379

$896

$483

$1,310

$1,018

$292

$1,308

$1,066

$242

EE + Family

$2,648

$1,594

$1,054

$2,514

$1,740

$774

$2,510

$1,824

$686

Salary Band 4 (Over $70K to $89,999K)

Employee Only

$692

$497

$195

$656

$616

$40

$655

$655

$0

EE + SP

$1,669

$937

$732

$1,585

$1,108

$477

$1,583

$1,147

$436

EE + CH*

$1,379

$806

$573

$1,310

$962

$348

$1,308

$1,001

$307

EE + Family

$2,648

$1,377

$1,271

$2,514

$1,600

$914

$2,510

$1,638

$872

Salary Band 5 (Over $90K)

Employee Only

$692

$475

$217

$656

$586

$70

$655

$655

$0

EE + SP

$1,669

$768

$901

$1,585

$892

$693

$1,583

$1,054

$529

EE + CH*

$1,379

$681

$698

$1,310

$801

$509

$1,308

$936

$372

EE + Family

$2,648

$1,062

$1,586

$2,514

$1,199

$1,315

$2,510

$1,453

$1,057

Adult Dependent**

$598.00

$546.00

$550.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

* Rate includes adult children up to age 26 in compliance with 2010 Health Reform Act.

** Rate is per eligible dependent 27-30 years of age in addition to other dependent rates as shown above in compliance with Florida Statute \u00a7627.602(c)(1).

4. Approve Medicare Group plan offerings and applicable premiums as referenced below with listed plans and premiums to be subject to final approval from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

Medicare Advantage -
Prescription Drug Plans

Medicare Supplement Plans

Pharmacy Part D Plans

Zero Premium

Comprehensive Plan

Premier Plan

Plan A

Plan F

Plan N

Saver
Plus

Preferred

Comprehensive

Premier

United Healthcare

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

x

Cigna Leon

x

Humana

x

x

AvMed

x

Monthly Premium Range

$0

$144.79

$338.15

Varies
by Age

Varies by Age

Varies by Age

$25-$30

$50-$55

$100.01

$249.35

E-67 RECOMMENDATION FOR AWARD OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #14-058-ND FOR RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award its contract for Risk Management and Insurance Brokerage Services, pursuant to Request For Qualifications (RFQ)# 14-058-ND, to Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc./Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., effective January 1, 2016, for an initial three-year term, with the ability to renew the contract for two additional one-year periods with the renewals based upon satisfactory services as may be determined by the sole discretion of the Board and subject to cancellation provisions whereby the Board may terminate the contract at any time without cause upon a minimum thirty days\u2019 notice; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to execute a contract for risk management and brokerage services, pursuant to the award of this contract, pursuant to Request For Qualifications (RFQ)# 14-058-ND and the proposal received in response to the RFQ from Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc./Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.

E-68 RENEWAL OF STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE FOR SECONDARY STUDENTS ENROLLED IN HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAMS WITH CLINICAL SETTINGS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: authorize purchase of Student Professional Liability insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., from Medical Protective Company (A.M. Best A++, XV) with coverage limits of $1 million per occurrence/$6 million per student and policy annual aggregate, with total premiums for such coverage of $24,063 including all state required fees with the School Board to be a named insured; with students at each participating school listed as additional insured, to cover students enrolled in a program through the Health Science Education Division of Career & Technical Education; with additional students added during the year to be at no additional cost, effective October 17, 2015 to October 16 2016 with premiums for this program to be paid from the District\u2019s liability premium budget.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS 2015 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2016 ANNUAL AUDIT PLAN AND BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Office of Management and Compliance Audits 2015 Annual Report and 2016 Annual Audit Plan and Budget.

E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report - Audit of Inventories as of June 30, 2015.

E-89 AUDIT OF SELECTED FINANCIAL, REAL ESTATE AND OPERATIONAL TRANSACTIONS AND CONTRACTUAL ARRANGEMENTS: KEYS GATE CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Selected Financial, Real Estate and Operational Transactions and Contractual Arrangements: Keys Gate Charter High School.

E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. ITB-14-065-ND \u2013 PROVIDE AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION/ TRANSLITERATION, CAPTION AND/OR COMPUTER ASSISTED TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Invitation to Bid No. ITB-14-065-ND \u2013 PROVIDE AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETATION/TRANSLITERATION, CAPTION AND/OR COMPUTER ASSISTED TRANSCRIPTION SERVICES,to provide American Sign Interpretation/Transliteration to The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY:

1. IU, LLC dba ACD
4846 UNIVERSITY DRIVE, SUITE 354
LAUDERHILL, FL 33351
SHAMUS SAYED, VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES AND MARKETING

DISTRICT WIDE

2. NATIONWIDE INTERPRETER RESOURCE, INC.
P.O. BOX 272142
BOCA RATON, FL 33427
JUNE BACKER, PRESIDENT

DISTRICT WIDE

ALTERNATE:

1. IU, LLC dba ACD
4846 UNIVERSITY DRIVE, SUITE 354
LAUDERHILL, FL 33351
SHAMUS SAYED, VICE PRESIDENT OF SALES AND MARKETING

DISTRICT WIDE

2. NATIONWIDE INTERPRETER RESOURCE, INC.
P.O. BOX 272142
BOCA RATON, FL 33427
JUNE BACKER, PRESIDENT

DISTRICT WIDE

3. TRUSTED TRANSLATIONS, INC.
66 WEST FLAGLER ST., SUITE 1200
MIAMI, FL 33130
RICHARD ESTEVEZ, CEO/PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

DISTRICT WIDE

Group 1: M-DCPS Students/Employees/Parents

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $4,800,000 initial term an amount not to exceed $4,800,000 for the subsequent two (2) year extension period.

E-142 AWARD RFP NO. RFP-14-020-MT \u2013 TEENAGE PARENT PROGRAM (TAP) CHILDCARE SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD RFP No. ITB-14-020-MT \u2013 TEENAGE PARENT PROGRAM (TAP) CHILDCARE SERVICES, to select qualified and experienced agencies to facilitate the TAP childcare services, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF MIAMI-DADE/MONROE, INC.
2555 PONCE DE LEON, SUITE 500
CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
OWNER: EVELIO C. TORRES, PRESIDENT/CEO

2. LINCOLN-MARTI COMMUNITY AGENCY, INC.
2700 S.W. 8TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33135
OWNER: ARMINDA ESPINOSA, PRESIDENT

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for the subsequent one (1) year extension periods. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR NINE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for nine programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Learning for Life, in the approximate amount of $412,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education, in the approximate amount of $2,814,113, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Adult Education and Family Literacy, English Literacy & Civics Education, in the approximate amount of $2,300,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Extended Learning Time (Liberty City Elementary School), in the approximate amount of $464,254, for the grant period of July 1, 2015 \u2013 June 30, 2016;

e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) (Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary), in the approximate amount of $343,402, for the grant period of August 1, 2015 \u2013 July 31, 2016;

f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers, Science, Engineering, Communication, and Mathematics Enhancement (SECME) Stars III, in the approximate amount of $556,418, for the grant period of August 1, 2015 \u2013 July 31, 2016;

g. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Florida Community Service Grant (WLRN-TV), in the approximate amount of $307,447, for the grant period of July 1, 2015 \u2013 June 30, 2016;

h. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, School Improvement Initiative 1003(a), in the approximate amount of $1,588,633, for the grant period of September 1, 2015 \u2013 August 31, 2016; and

i. Himan Brown Charitable Trust for funding for the Himan Brown Charitable Trust After-school Care Program, in the approximate amount of $350,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2015 \u2013 June 30, 2016.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements:

a. Learning for Life, in the approximate amount of $412,000.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grants in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH OAK PLAZA ASSOCIATES (DEL), LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cOAK PLAZA\u201d) FOR 25 PARKING SPACES WITHIN A PARKING GARAGE LOCATED AT 3800 NE 1 AVENUE, MIAMI, FOR USE BY FACULTY, STAFF, INVITEES AND GUESTS AT THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4001 NE 2 AVENUE, MIAMI; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING PLACING OAK PLAZA IN DEFAULT, AND RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute a lease agreement with Oak Plaza Associates (DEL), LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (\u201cOak Plaza\u201d), for 25 parking spaces within a parking garage located at 3800 N.E. 1 Avenue, Miami, for use by faculty, staff, invitees and guests at the Design And Architecture Senior High School, located at 4001 NE 2 Avenue, Miami, at a total monthly cost of $86.25 per space, and substantially in conformance with the other terms and conditions noted above; and

2. grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including placing Oak Plaza in default, and renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Agreement, as may be applicable

F-21 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $1,611,450;

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-22 COMMISSIONING OF ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1290 N.W. 115 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33167, PROJECT NO. 01434500 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Alleguez Architecture, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Lakeview Elementary School, located at 1290 N.W. 115 Street, Miami, Florida 33167, Project No. 01434500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $201,283 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23 COMMISSIONING OF M.C. HARRY & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1037 N.W. 81 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33150, PROJECT NO. 01432500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Arcola Lake Elementary School, located at 1037 N.W. 81 Street, Miami, Florida 33150, Project No. 01432500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $200,284 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONING OF KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 17631 N.W. 20 AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33056, PROJECT NO. 01435200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission KVH Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Parkview Elementary School, located at 17631 N.W. 20 Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida 33056, Project No. 01435200, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $195,300 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-25 COMMISSIONINGOF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FORGENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT SPRINGVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL,LOCATED AT 1122 BLUEBIRD AVENUE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33166, PROJECT NO.01435400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Springview Elementary School, located at 1122 Bluebird Avenue, Miami Springs, Florida 33166, Project No. 01435400, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $182,625 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-26 COMMISSIONINGOF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERALOBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND BUILDINGS 03, 05, 06 & 10REPLACEMENT AT SCOTT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1160 N.W. 175 STREET,MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169, PROJECT NO. 01424300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations and Buildings 03, 05, 06 & 10 Replacement at Scott Lake Elementary School, located at 1160 N.W. 175 Street, Miami, Florida 33169, Project No. 01424300, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $170,950 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF NYARKO ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT KENWOOD K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 9300 S.W. 79 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156, PROJECT NO. 01434400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Nyarko Architectural Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Kenwood K-8 Center, located at 9300 S.W. 79 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33156, Project No. 01434400, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $161,152 for A/E Basic Services; and

2. supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF LIVS ASSOCIATES AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT TOUSSAINT L\u2019OUVERTURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 120 N.E. 59 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137, PROJECT NO. 01435500(revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LIVS Associates as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Toussaint L\u2019Ouverture Elementary School, located at 120 N.E. 59 Street, Miami, Florida 33137, Project No. 01435500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $157,200 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 COMMISSIONING D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1290 N.W. 115 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33167, PROJECT NO. 01434500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Lakeview Elementary School, located at 1290 N.W. 115 Street, Miami, Florida 33167, Project No. 01434500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $24,750 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-30 COMMISSIONING THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1037 N.W. 81 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33150, PROJECT NO. 01432500 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Thornton Construction Company, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Arcola Lake Elementary School, located at 1037 N.W. 81 Street, Miami, Florida 33150, Project No. 01432500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $24,400 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-31 COMMISSIONING BDI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 17631 N.W. 20 AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33056, PROJECT NO. 01435200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission BDI Construction Company as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Parkview Elementary School, located at 17631 N.W. 20 Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida 33056, Project No. 01435200, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $23,200 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-32 COMMISSIONING LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT SPRINGVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1122 BLUEBIRD AVENUE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33166, PROJECT NO. 01435400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Link Construction Group, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Springview Elementary School, located at 1122 Bluebird Avenue, Miami Springs, Florida 33166, Project No. 01435400, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $21,200 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-33 COMMISSIONING UNITECH BUILDERS CORP. AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND BUILDINGS 03, 05, 06 & 10 REPLACEMENT AT SCOTT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; LOCATED AT 1160 N.W. 175 STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169; PROJECT NO. 01424300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Unitech Builders Corp. as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations and Buildings 03, 05, 06 & 10 Replacement at Scott Lake Elementary School; located at 1160 N.W. 175 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169; Project No. 01424300, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $20,440 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-34 COMMISSIONING VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT KENWOOD K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 9300 S.W. 79 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156, PROJECT NO. 01434400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Veitia Padron Incorporated, as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Kenwood K-8 Center, located at 9300 S.W. 79 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33156, Project No. 01434400, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $19,550 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-35 COMMISSIONING GEC ASSOCIATES, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT TOUSSAINT L\u2019OUVERTURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 120 N.E. 59 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137, PROJECT NO. 01435500 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission GEC Associates, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Toussaint L\u2019Ouverture Elementary School, located at 120 N.E. 59 Street, Miami, Florida 33137, Project No. 01435500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $19,500 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-36 COMMISSIONING STATE CONTRACTING & ENGINEERING CORPORATION TO REPLACE THE WEITZ COMPANY, LLC, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATION AT KINLOCH PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4340 N.W. 3 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33126, PROJECT NO. 01338900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission State Contracting & Engineering Corporation to replace The Weitz Company, LLC, as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovation at Kinloch Park Middle School, located at 4340 N.W. 3 Street, Miami, Florida 33126, Project No. 01338900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $30,000 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-37 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE ENVIRONMENTAL/ ASBESTOS CONSULTING AND TESTING SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR TWO YEARS, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE CURRENT AGREEMENTS, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

1. EE&G ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, L.L.C., (AS PRIMARY);

2. AIRQUEST ENVIRONMENTAL, INC., (AS PRIMARY); AND

3. FLORIDA AIR QUALITY SOLUTIONS, INC., (AS QUALITY CONTROL/ALTERNATE)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the extension the Environmental/Asbestos Consulting and Testing Services Agreements for two years, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the current Agreements with the following firms:

1. EE&G Environmental Services, L.L.C., (as primary);

2. AirQuest Environmental, Inc., (as primary); and

3. Florida Air Quality Solutions, Inc., (as Quality/Control/

Alternate).

F-38 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD AGREEMENTS TO MODIFY PAYMENT SCHEDULES WITH VARIOUS, PREVIOUSLY COMMISSIONED A/E OF RECORD FIRMS, AS LISTED IN THE BODY OF THE AGENDA ITEM, WITH ALL OTHER TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE AGREEMENTS TO REMAIN UNCHANGED

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend the Architect/Engineer (A/E) of Record Agreements to modify payment schedules with various, previously commissioned A/E of Record firms, as listed in the body of this agenda item, with all other terms and conditions of the Agreements to remain unchanged.

F-39 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT MIAMI SOUTHRIDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19355 SW 114 AVENUE MIAMI, FL 33157; PROJECT NO. 01335400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Miami Southridge Senior High School located at 19355 SW 14 Avenue Miami, Fla. 33157, Project No. 01335400 in the amount of $4,993,927, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $221,804.

F-40 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO T & G CORPORATION (D/B/A T & G CONSTRUCTORS) FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1100 NW 71 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33150; PROJECT NO. 01326900.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for T & G Constructors for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Miami Northwestern Senior High School located at 1100 NW 71 Street, Miami, FL 33150, Project No. 01326900 in the amount of $5,938,076 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $281,995.

F-60 AWARDREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-14-043-VF \u2013 Inspectionand Administrative Services For Elevators and Wheelchair Lifts

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-14-043-VF \u2013 INSPECTION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR ELEVATORS AND WHEELCHAIR LIFTS, to obtain professional services of a certified agent or agency in the specific area of elevator and wheelchair lift inspection and certification. This service will also include periodic monitoring or quality control inspections of repairs or corrections performed by the elevator maintenance provider, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

TOWER ELEVATOR CORPORATION MBE
3631 N.W. 48 TERRACE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142
OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES J. PATTERSON, PRESIDENT

Hourly rate for inspection and administrative services for elevators and wheelchair lifts @ $85.00.

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $120,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $120,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

MBE \u2013 Micro Business Enterprise

F-61 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-042-VF \u2013 AIR CONDITIONERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-042-VF \u2013 AIR CONDITIONERS, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices and discounts, for the purchase of Airedale, Bard and Marvair air conditioners and associated materials for Miami-Dade Public Schools, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. CMH SOLUTIONS, INC.
6917 VISTA PARKWAY NORTH, SUITE 2
WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA 33411
OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN SIMITSES, PRESIDENT

2. ACCUAIR, INC.
2900 W. ORANGE AVENUE, SUITE 130
APOPKA, FLORIDA 32703
OWNER/OFFICER: FRANK SURANYI, ENGINEERED PRODUCTS MANAGER

3. DESIGN CONTROLS, INC. SBE1
D.B.A. DCI SYSTEMS GROUP, INC.
4300 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, SUITE G-05
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137
OWNER/OFFICER: RODOLFO GOMEZ, VICE PRESIDENT

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $8,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $8,000,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

SBE1 - Small Business Enterprise \u2013 Tier 1

F-62 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-037-VF \u2013 FULL SERVICE PLUMBING AND GENERAL REPAIRS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-037-VF \u2013 FULL SERVICE PLUMBING AND GENERAL REPAIRS, to establish a pool of pre-approved vendors, to furnish all labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary to perform any plumbing, plumbing repairs and installations in schools and other facilities for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. BROWN PLUMBING LLC MBE
2007 OPA LOCKA BOULEVARD
OPA LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054
OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT BROWN, OWNER

2. CENTERLINE PLUMBING, INC.
1255 DOVE AVENUE
MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: TODD M. STIFF, VICE PRESIDENT

3. CHARLES E. CULPEPPER, JR.
801 BRICKELL BAY DRIVE, LOBBY SUITE 7
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: CHARLES CULPEPPER, PROJECT MANAGER

4. DOUGLAS ORR PLUMBING, INC.
301 FLAGLER DRIVE
MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: KEVIN BEROUNSKY, VICE PRESIDENT

5. GREENTEAM SERVICE CORP.
DBA GREENTEAM PLUMBING, LLC
4811 SW 28TH AVENUE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33312
OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES TERRY, PRESIDENT

6. KERNEY AND ASSOCIATES, INC.
1300 NW 65TH PLACE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33309
OWNER/OFFICER: PATRICK KERNEY, PRESIDENT

7. MAIN LINE PLUMBING, INC. MBE
17400 NW 27TH AVENUE
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33056
OWNER/OFFICER: ANDRE DESSASSAU, MANAGER

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $650,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $650,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

MBE \u2013 Micro Business Enterprise

F-63 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-038-VF \u2013 Elevator Services Contract (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-038-VF \u2013 ELEVATOR SERVICES CONTRACT, to institute a continuing program of testing, inspection, maintenance and repair to provide necessary, systematic, periodic service, maintenance and repair of all of the elevators, wheelchair lifts, and/or dumbwaiters at Miami-Dade County Public Schools locations, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PROVIDENCE ELEVATOR, INC.
13517 FOUNTAIN VIEW BOULEVARD
WELLINGTON, FLORIDA 33414
OWNER/OFFICER: FRANK GOZUKIZIL, PRESIDENT

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,200,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $600,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-64 AWARD BID NO. ITB-15-014-AC- WATER-BASED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS, INSPECTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE CONTRACT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-014-AC\u2013Water-Based Fire Protection Systems Inspections Maintenance and Service Contract, to provide all necessary labor, transportation, material and equipment to test, service, inspect, repair, correct and maintain water-based fire protection systems, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. BASS FIRE & SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
300 GATEWAY DRIVE
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069

Total Low Meeting Specifications:\u00b7

Group A - Sprinklers & fire pump systems: Items 1 through 125.
Group C - Sprinklers & deluge systems with control panels: Items 322 through 386.

2. NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION, LLC
3125 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, SUITE 200
FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33309

Total Low Meeting Specifications:

Group B - Sprinklers with no fire pump: Items 126 through 321.
Group D - Stand pipe systems: Items 387 through 452.

ALTERNATE

3. NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION, LLC
3125 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, SUITE 200
FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33309

Second Total Low Meeting Specifications:

Group A - Sprinklers & fire pump systems: Items 1 through 125
Group C - Sprinklers & deluge systems with control panels: Items 322 through 386.

4. BASS FIRE & SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
300 GATEWAY DRIVE
POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069

Second Total Low Meeting Specifications:
Group B - Sprinklers with no fire pump: Items 126 through 321.
Group D - Stand pipe systems: Items 387 through 452.

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to a total estimated amount of $3,750,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,250,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension periods. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-65 REJECT BID NO. ITB-14-044-CV \u2013 VIDEO SURVEILLANCE CAMERA SYSTEMS \u2013 FURNISH AND INSTALL

REJECT BID NO. ITB-14-049-CV \u2013 SECURITY CAMERA SYSTEMS \u2013 FURNISH AND INSTALL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Reject Bid No. ITB-14-044-CV \u2013 VIDEO SURVEILLANCE

CAMERA SYSTEMS \u2013 FURNISH and INSTALL, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications to allow for a broader selection of items.

2. Reject Bid No. ITB-14-049-CV \u2013 SECURITY CAMERA SYSTEMS \u2013 FURNISH AND INSTALL, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications to allow for a broader selection of items.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) new application and three (3) applications increasing single bid limits for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO AND MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS, AND 6320.05, LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Policies 6320.02, Small/Micro and Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs, and 6320.05, Local Vendor Preference, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 14, 2015.

G-3 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. ORENTHAL J. ADAMS, DOAH Case No. 14-5117TTS

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida enter a Final Order adopting the Administrative Law Judge\u2019s Recommended Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Orenthal J. Adams, DOAH Case No. 14-5117TTS, as the School Board\u2019s Final Order, awarding Respondent back-pay from October 8, 2014 through February 17, 2015 and make additional findings as indicated in the Final Order.

G-4 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. JANNETT PUSEY, DOAH Case No. 14-5940TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida take one of the following actions in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Jannett Pusey, DOAH Case No. 14-5940TTS:

(1) Adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order; or

(2) Adopt the Exceptions to the Recommended Order filed by the Respondent and enter a Final Order consistent with those Exceptions.

G-5 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. FELIPE C. BONET, DOAH Case No. 15-005401TTS (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Felipe C. Bonet, DOAH Case No. 15-005401, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension already served and reinstating him to his position as a teacher with the School Board, under the conditions specified in the Agreement.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-082 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PALMETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AS A NATIONAL PTA SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-082 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Palmetto Elementary School as a
National PTA School of Excellence.

H-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-083 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S ADVISORY PANEL FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INCLUSION ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENT 2015-16 (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-083, of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hammocks Middle School
as the 2015-16 Superintendent\u2019s Advisory Panel for Students

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BULLYING PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Bullying Prevention Awareness Month and encourage a year-round awareness of bullying prevention throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-7 SANDY HOOK PROMISE (revised 3)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review Sandy Hook Promise materials and training opportunities to determine feasibility of program implementation at no cost to the district and report back to the board no later than the November 2015 School Board meeting.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-081 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CLOUD9WORLD (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-081 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Cloud9World.

H-9 AVAILABILITY OF SUPPLEMENTAL RESOURCES FOR FUNDRAISING (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to centralize all available information on fundraising in the Employee and Community portal and provide any other supplemental information.

H-10 UTILIZE WLRN ASSETS TO ENHANCE M-DCPS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1). endorse the efforts of the Superintendent and WLRN Management to develop programming, initiatives, and opportunities which will enhance and support M-DCPS\u2019 educational programs; and

2.) support efforts to ensure that such programming, initiatives and opportunities are widely publicized.

H-11 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-084 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FEEDING SOUTH FLORIDA FOR THEIR COLLABORATION WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 FOOD DRIVE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-084 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Feeding South Florida for their collaboration with Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 food drive.

H-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-085 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER ON ITS 10TH ANNIVERSARY, ITS EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND PACT CHAIRMAN MIKE EIDSON (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-085 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts on its 10th anniversary, its education programs and Pact Chairman Mike Eidson.

H-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-086 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KENNETH FRIEDMAN FOR HIS COMMITMENT TO COMMUNITY SERVICE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-086 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Kenneth Friedman for his commitment to community service.

H-14 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-089 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE VILARI\u00d1O FAMILY (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-089 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Vilari\u00f1o family.

H-15 ACCOMMODATIONS ON COLLEGE BOARD, ACT AND OTHER EXAMS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES AND/OR SPECIAL NEEDS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. develop streamlined guidelines and procedures that inform staff, parents, and students regarding the process to request testing accommodations for students with documented disabilities and/or special needs for national and international standardized examinations;

2. for the District to develop and implement a joint accommodation request procedure in adherence to testing entity requirements with parents of students with disabilities and/or special needs to ensure students receive accommodations for such tests in a timely manner;

3. monitor the implementation of the procedures at all middle and high schools on an annual basis.

H-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-087 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE JESSIE TRICE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-087 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Jessie Trice
Community Health Center.

H-17 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-088 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE METROPOLITAN DADE COUNTY SECTION OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL OF NEGRO WOMEN, INC. (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-088 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Metropolitan Dade County Section of the National Council of Negro Women, Inc.

H-18 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NOVEMBER 19, 2015 AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY, AND ITS GOAL OF INCREASING OVERALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH PARENT ENGAGEMENT, WITH YEAR-ROUND ENCOURAGEMENT THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse November 19, 2015 as National Parent Involvement Day and its goal of increasing overall student achievement through parent engagement, with year-round encouragement throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

SEPTEMBER 9, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the public hearing meeting.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-079 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS LEARNING DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-079 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing October as Learning Disabilities Awareness Month.

H-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-080 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AARON B. ROSENFELD FOR HIS PARTICIPATION IN THE 57th ANNUAL STUDENT SCIENCE TRAINING PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-080 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Aaron B. Rosenfeld for his participation in the 57th Annual student science training program at the University of Florida.

H-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-076 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INC. (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-076 of The School Board of Miami- Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

H-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-077 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY,
FLORIDA, HONORING THE 100 BLACK MEN OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC. (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-077 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring the 100 Black Men of South Florida, Inc.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSEDBY CHAIRPERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-10 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 19-25, 2015, AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF YEAR-ROUND SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 19- 25, 2015, and encouragement of year-round safe driving practices at all District high schools.

H-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-072 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CONNOR CUNNINGHAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-072 recognizing Connor Cunningham

H-15 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-078 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING CUTLER BAY SENIOR HIGH AND CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS\u2019 PTSA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-078 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Cutler Bay Senior High And Coral Reef Elementary Schools\u2019 PTSA.

H-16 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-073 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND IMPACT OF EUGENIA B. THOMAS IN EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ADVOCACY (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-073 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Eugenia B. Thomas In Education and
Community Advocacy.

H-17 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-074 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING OMAYRA AMAYA (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-074 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Omayra Amaya.

H-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-075 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING CENTRO MATER AND CODELLA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-075 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Centro Mater and CODELLA

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • CoralPark Senior High School Marching Band

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • August 13 and 20, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • July 29, 2015 First Budget Public Hearing
  • August 5, 2015 School BoardMeeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \"H\" ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT'S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2015-2016 Launch of New School Year
  • Newsweek's Beating the Odds Schools' Recognition
  • Summer Outstanding Readers
  • ACT Results-Closing the Gap
  • Attendance Awareness Month      (added)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-1 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Miami-Dade County Public Schools 2015-2016 Testing Calendar.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM JULY 17, 2015 THROUGH AUGUST 6, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Personnel Action Listing 1075 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from July 17, 2015 through August 6, 2015.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective September 10, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item.

D-22 CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, contractually employ Ms. Corina V. Bethencourt as Administrative Assistant to Dr. Lawrence S. Feldman, effective August 20, 2015.

D-23 RATIFICATION OF THE 2015-2017 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify 2015-2017 Tentative Agreement successor contract with UTD effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2017.

D-24 APPROVE THE 2015-2016 COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve a compensation adjustment of 2.4% for eligible Confidential Exempt Personnel (CEP) employees, and adjust the salary range accordingly.

D-25 APPROVE THE 2015-2016 COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve a salary adjustment for eligible MEP class employees, effective July 1, 2015, for an average distribution of 2.4% and up to an additional 0.4% be set aside for distribution based on performance, upon completion of 2014-2015 evaluations.

D-26 RATIFICATION OF THE 2015-2018 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS' ASSOCIATION (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2015-2018 Tentative Agreement successor contract with DCSAA effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018, subject to ratification by DCSAA unit members. If the tentative agreement is not ratified by a majority vote of employees voting in the DCSAA bargaining unit, the School Board's ratification will be nullified.

D-40 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN'S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contractual services agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Citizen's Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County, Inc., in an amount of $71,000 for one (1) year, commencing on September 9, 2015 and ending on August 31, 2016.

D-46 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: INITIAL READING 5511, DRESS AND GROOMING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5511, Dress and Grooming.

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION \u2013 SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

5 WORKDAYS
MARITA CYRIAQUE \u2013 TEACHER
BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

10 CALENDAR DAYS
JUAN PELAEZ, JR. \u2013 CUSTODIAN
KENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2 CALENDAR DAYS
OSVALDO LORENZO \u2013 CUSTODIAN
IRVING AND BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER

3 WORKDAYS
CECILE Y. CLARIDGE \u2013 TEACHER
MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

10 WORKDAYS
ILEANA P. GUTIERREZ \u2013 TEACHER
SHENANDOAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
FELIPE C. BONET \u2013 TEACHER
KINLOCH PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: 1) That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Ms. Marita Cyriaque, Teacher, Brownsville Middle School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective September 10, 2015.
B) Mr. Juan Pelaez, Jr., Custodian, Kendale Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective September 10, 2015.
C) Mr. Osvaldo Lorenzo, Custodian, Irving and Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center, suspension without pay for two (2) calendar days, effective September 10, 2015.
D) Ms. Cecile Y. Claridge, Teacher, Miami Edison Senior High School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective September 10, 2015.
E) Ms. Ileana P. Gutierrez, Teacher, Shenandoah Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective September 10, 2015.

2) That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A) Mr. Felipe C. Bonet, Teacher, Kinloch Park Middle School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective September 10, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) amendment to the charter contract with Acting for All, Inc., on behalf of Academy of Arts and Minds, to change the school's name from Academy of Arts and Minds to BridgePrep Academy of Arts and Minds (B.A.A.M.), commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 20, 2019.

D-66 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trip to Kagoshima City, Japan, for the students at New World School of the Arts.

D-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM SEPTEMBER 10, 2015 THROUGH AUGUST 23, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools: to enter into contractual agreements with community agencies identified in this item for the Department of Food and Nutrition to provide snacks/meals for participants in their programs from September 10, 2015 through August 23, 2016, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods upon written confirmation from both parties for a maximum of three (3) years in total; and to contract with other agencies that may be recommended for contract by the Department of Food and Nutrition during this school year.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 APPROVAL OF ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AND THE FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM COST REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the Annual Financial Report for 2014-15 and the Florida Education Finance Program Cost Report for 2014-15; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to submit the approved reports to the Florida Department of Education.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY REPORTS FOR APRIL, MAY AND JUNE 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 2,428 items with a depreciated cost of $555,488 and Recoveries containing 7 fully depreciated items to update the records for April, May and June 2015.

E-14 ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2015-16

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. adopt the millage rates below:

a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .687 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.561 mills;

b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 5.165 mills; and

c) Debt Service levy of .199 mills.

2. adopt the millage resolution for FY 2015-16 for a total of 7.612 mills.

E-15 ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt the Educational Facilities Plan and the Five-Year Facilities Work Program for FY 2015-16 through FY 2019-20.

2. authorize the Superintendent to make minor budget, project and schedule adjustments, if necessary, and report in writing to the Board. (revised)

E-16 FINAL ADOPTIONOF THE FY 2015-16 BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the FY 2015-16 Annual Budget by approving changes from the Tentative Adopted Budget as enumerated on pages 2 through 13 and the revenues and appropriations delineated on the official state budget forms and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on September 9, 2015.

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2014-15 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2014-15 General Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues and appropriations by $(9,594,055); and

b. adopt Summary of Revenues and Appropriations and the Summary of Appropriations by Function.

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2014‑15 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2014-15 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $ 11,074,052 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 5.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 3, FY 2014-15 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review.

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2014-15 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 Debt Service Funds Final Budget Review, recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and increasing appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $ 4,802,978.

E-20 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2014-15 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt resolution No. 3, FY 2014-15 Contracted Programs Fund Final Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $1,783,032 and

b. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-21 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER ARRA STIMULUS FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2014-15, Special Revenue - Other ARRA Stimulus Fund Final Budget Review; and

b. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-22 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - RACE TO THE TOP (RTTT) FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2014-15 Special Revenue Funds - RTTT Funds Final Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $1,939,795 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-23 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 Food Service Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues and beginning fund balance by $6,217,000, decreasing appropriations by $12,732,494 and increasing ending fund balance by $6,515,494.

E-24 RESOLUTION NO. 1 FY 2014-15 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE - SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND AND RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2014-15 Miscellaneous Special Revenue - School Board Law Enforcement Trust Fund - Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $65,254, increasing appropriations by $115,410 and decreasing ending fund balance by $50,156 as shown on the schedule on page 3 of 4 of the agenda item; and

2. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2014-15 Miscellaneous Special Revenue - School Board Special Events Trust Fund - Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $6,061, decreasing appropriations by $67,571 and increasing ending fund balance by $61,510 as shown on the schedule on page 4 of 4 of the agenda item.

E-25 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2014-15 Internal Service Fund - FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 3, the FY 2014-15 Internal Service Fund - Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $7,169,179, decreasing expenses by $14,247,885 and increasing net position by $21,417,064 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

E-26 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 fiduciary Fund - PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2014-15 Fiduciary Fund - Pension Trust - Final Budget Review, decreasing additions, deductions and net position by $2,108,924 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2.

E-27 RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2014-15 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 2 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2014-15 Categorical Programs as shown on the attached form in the amount of $14,577,981.45.

E-28 ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1 ON THE USE OF FY 2015-16 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 1 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2015-16 Categorical Programs as shown on the attached form in the amount of $13,336,282

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)# 14-053-ND, DISTRICT MEDICARE ADVANTAGE RETIREE HEALTHCARE BENEFIT PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award its contract for additional Medicare Advantage (MA) programs, pursuant to the proposals received in response to Request For Proposal (RFP)# 14-053-ND, District Medicare Advantage Retiree Healthcare Benefit Program, to Av-Med which will offer its Low Premium Plan (HMO) for both Miami-Dade And Broward Counties, and to Humana which will offer both its Low Premium Plan (HMO) and Value Premium Plan (PPO), in addition to the other Medicare Programs offered to District Medicare eligible retirees and dependents under the Florida Schools Retiree Benefits Consortium (FSRBC), effective January 1, 2016 for a one-year period, at the following proposed rates, subject to final confirmation by the State of Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) and the Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services:

Av-Med Low Premium Plan (HMO) - Miami-Dade - $0/month
Av-Med Low Premium Plan (HMO) - Broward - $0/month
Humana Low Premium Plan (HMO) - Regional - $0/month
Humana Value Premium Plan (PPO) - National - $144.79/month; and

2. authorize renewal of the Medicare Advantage (MA) programs proposed by both Av-Med and Humana for subsequent years, including calendar year 2017 and two additional one-year periods, subject to School Board approval with plan designs and rates which have been filed and approved by the State of Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) and Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING CONTRACT WITH FBMC BENEFITS MANAGEMENT, INC. FOR A ONE-YEAR TERM; PAY A FEE FOR CREATION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A WEB-BASED DENTAL AND VISION COMPARISON TOOL; AND SEEK AUTHORIZATION TO BEGIN WORK ON A NEW REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. renew the District's existing contract with FBMC Benefits Management, Inc. (FBMC), pursuant to their proposal in response to RFP# 051-MM10, Selected Third Party Administration for Employee Benefits for Administrative Services (A-F), not including FSA Administration at the current rate of $3.86 per employee per month for a one-year period effective January 1, 2016;

2. authorize a one-time payment to FBMC Benefits Management, Inc. (FBMC) in the amount of $69,000 to be paid from the budgeted 2015-2016 Third Party Administration budget for programming and implementation of the web-based Dental and Vision Comparison Tool; and

3. authorize the Superintendent to have staff begin working on a comprehensive Request For Proposal (RFP) which would be developed to seek competitive proposals for Third Party Benefits Administration Services, including Flexible Spending Account Administrative Services with an effective date of January 1, 2017 with the RFP to be brought back to a future School Board meeting to seek authorization for release of the solicitation.

E-68 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH TSA CONSULTING GROUP, INC. TO PROVIDE PLAN ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT'S TAX SHELTERED ANNUITY IRC 403(b) PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a new contract with TSA Consulting Group, Inc. (TSACG), effective October 1, 2015 through December 8, 2017, pursuant to the terms included in their response to Request For Proposal (RFP)# 1408171 issued by The School Board of Orange County, Florida (OCPS) to provide Internal Revenue Code (IRC) \u00a7403(b) Plan Administration services to Miami-Dade County Public Schools including, but not limited to recordkeeping, provider re-evaluations, EPARS electronic transmission of data and employee contributions, and Annual Notification of Employer Sponsored Supplemental Retirement Plans, with fees for all services to be $1.00 per participant per month and paid from fees collected from investment companies pursuant to School Board Policy 6144.01, Supplemental Retirement Investment Plans, with the option to extend the contract for up to two years, but not beyond December 8, 2019, subject to successful negotiations by OCPS and TSACG, and additional authorization to be provided by the School Board at a future date.

E-69 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW THE PORTFOLIO BUILDER'S RISK INSURANCE PROGRAM FOR NEW AND EXISTING FACILITIES AS PART OF THE DISTRICT'S CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the purchase of its Portfolio Builder's Risk Insurance Program consisting of all risk, replacement cost coverage for facilities under construction, and other capital expenditures including maintenance projects from Starr Indemnity and Liability Company (AM Best A, XIV), an admitted carrier, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. through Arthur J. Gallagher International (AJGUK), a proprietary program, with limits of coverage of $100,000,000 per occurrence, subject to stated sub-limits and subject to a Named Windstorm deductible of 5% of total insured values at the time of risk and the location of loss with a $1,000,000 minimum per loss deductible and a per loss deductible of $250,000 for damage arising out of non-windstorm and a $25,000 deductible for all other perils, with premium rates of .85% of annual expenditures for new capacity construction; .495% of annual expenditures for other than new capacity construction; with 50% minimum deposit due each year based on estimated Board approved funded capital projects and the remaining premium due based on actual construction costs to reconciled at the end of the policy year to be paid from the Board's Capital Budget for the five-year period of October 12, 2015 to October 11, 2020;

2. authorize the purchase a stand-alone terrorism coverage for the Builders' Risk Program for the five year period 2015 through 2020 with Lloyds of London, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with limits of coverage of $35 million per occurrence and a $100 Million aggregate, Subject to a $10,000 deductible with total five year premium of $99,000 to be paid from the Board's capital budget.;

3. confirm the prior authorization of the outstanding minimum deposit premium based on the expiring rates as well as any additional audit premium due to expiring program;

4. authorize approval to pay a deposit premium of $251,960.00 to Starr Indemnity and Liability Company (AM Best A, XIV), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. through Arthur J. Gallagher International (AJGUK), a proprietary program, to pick up all construction for both new and renovations at the improved rates and coverage terms for any projects that are not completed as of 10/11/2015. The benefit is to take advantage of the improved program, and being audited at the improved rates of .85% of annual expenditures instead of the combined primary and excess rates of $1.3779 per $100 of annual expenditures for new construction and .495% of annual expenditures instead of $.7659 per $100 of annual expenditures for renovation and;

5. authorize consulting fees to assist in reviewing issued policies, premiums, billings, and other required professional services and advice on the program, with such fees to be paid to the District's risk management consultants at $150/hour, with annual expenditures not to exceed $50,000 per policy year to be paid by from the District's Capital Budget for the policy period 2015-2020.

E-70 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO UPDATE THE ANNUAL PREMIUM IN THE PREVIOUSLY AUTHORIZED RENEWAL OF THE CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: authorize the update of the annual premium for the previously authorized renewal of the catastrophic athletic accident insurance program with Zurich American Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+ XV), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with limits and coverages at terms, rates and conditions the same as the expiring program for a one-year period effective August 1, 2015 to July 31 2016, with a policy annual aggregate limit of $6 million dollars and a $25,000 deductible for a total premium of $76,514, including TRIA terrorism coverage.

E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-14-055-ND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FOR NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-14-055-ND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FOR NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS, to> deliver a wide range of professional development services to teachers and school-based administrators in eligible non-public schools serviced by Miami-Dade County Public Schools under provisions of the Title II, Part A, Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting Funds, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. MIND STREAMS EDUCATION, LLC
7227 N. 16 STREET, STE 190
PHOENIX, AZ 85020
DENNIS L. LITTLE, VICE PRESIDENT/CFO

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $275,000, for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $275,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period.

E-142 REJECT BID NO. ITB-14-033-SL INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT BID NO. ITB-14-033-SL IINFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANTS, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR THREE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for three programs from:

a. Florida International University for in-kind support under the Florida International University After-School All-Stars program, in the approximate amount of $1,444,786, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

b. Corporation for National and Community Service for in-kind support under the AmeriCorps Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA) Summer Associates program, in the approximate amount of $62,533, for the grant period of June 15, 2015, through August 9, 2015; and

c. National Foundation for Governors' Fitness Councils for in-kind support for Frances S. Tucker Elementary School under the National Champions Schools! Program, in the approximate amount of $100,000, for the grant period of July 31, 2015, through June 30, 2016.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

E-202 ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2016 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt the proposed 2016 State and Federal Legislative Programs; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to advocate for the best interests of the District on issues at the state and federal levels that may have fiscal, local control, and/or governance impact on Miami-Dade County Public Schools' operations, but does not have major policy implications, provided such issues are reported to the Board.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIRAND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE THE DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO CONVEY A WATER LINE ATDORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 5301 NW 84 AVENUE, DORAL, IN FAVOROF AND TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, AS WELL AS A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT FOR SAME,PROJECT NO. 01224800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute the documents necessary to convey a water line at Doral Charter Elementary, located at 5301 NW 84 Avenue, Doral, in favor of and to Miami-Dade County, as well as a Grant of Easement Agreement for same, as described above (Project No. 01224800).

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXPLORE A COLLABORATION WITH THE CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH THROUGH WHICH OPPORTUNITIES COULD BE PURSUED TO EXPAND THE NORMAN S. EDELCUP SUNNY ISLES BEACH COMMUNITY SCHOOL ("SCHOOL") ON CITY-OWNED LAND IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO THE SCHOOL, INCLUDING POSSIBLE CO-LOCATION WITH MUNICIPAL USES; AND

2. IF DISCUSSIONS WITH THE CITY ARE SUCCESSFUL, BRING BACK TO THE BOARD AN ITEM WITH PROPOSED TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT ("ILA") BETWEEN THE PARTIES

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. explore a collaboration with the City of Sunny Isles Beach through which opportunities could be pursued to expand the Norman S. Edelcup Sunny Isles Beach Community School ("School") on City-owned land in close proximity to the School, including possible co-location with municipal uses; and

2. if discussions with the City are successful, bring back to the Board an item with proposed terms and conditions of an Interlocal Agreement ("ILA") between the Parties.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $7,504,000 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts;

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-22 COMMISSIONING OF SR ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND PE SHELTER REPLACEMENT AT ROCKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2790 S.W. 93 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165, PROJECT NO. 01425200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission SR Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations and PE Shelter Replacement at Rockway Elementary School, located at 2790 S.W. 93 Court, Miami, Florida 33165, Project No. 01425200, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $267,200 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MAE M. WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 650 W. 33 STREET, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012, PROJECT NO. 01434700

(revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Mae W. Walters Elementary School, located at 650 W. 33 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project No. 01434700, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $225,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONING OF LIVS ASSOCIATES AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 3351 MATILDA STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33133, PROJECT NO. 01433000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LIVS Associates, as Architect/Engineer of Record (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations Project at Coconut Grove Elementary School, located at 3351 Matilda Street, Miami, Florida 33133, Project No. 01433000, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $189,915 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-25 COMMISSIONING OF CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND - FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT D. A. DORSEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LOCATED AT 7100 N.W. 17 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147, PROJECT NO. 01442900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Carivon Construction Company as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprises) firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at D. A. Dorsey Technical College, located at 7100 N.W. 17 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33147, Project No. 01442900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $20,520 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION CO., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND - FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT JACK D. GORDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL & OFF-SITE PRIMARY LEARNING CENTERS, LOCATED AT 14600 COUNTRY WALK DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186, PROJECT NO. 01433900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission J.R.T. Construction Co., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprises) for General Obligation Bond - funded Renovations at Jack D. Gordon Elementary School and Off-site Primary Learning Centers, located at 14600 Country Walk Drive, Miami, Florida 33186, Project No. 01433900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $18,695 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND PE SHELTER REPLACEMENT AT ROCKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2790 S.W. 93 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165, PROJECT NO. 01425200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission MAC Construction, Inc. as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond (GOB) - funded Renovations and PE Shelter Replacement at Rockway Elementary School, Project No. 01425200, located at 2790 S.W. 93 Court, Miami, Florida 33165, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $32,250 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF UNITECH BUILDERS CORP., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MAE M. WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01434700, LOCATED AT 650 W. 33 STREET, HIALEAH, FL 33012

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Unitech Builders Corp. as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Mae M. Walters Elementary School, located at 650 W. 33 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project No. 01434700, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $26,324 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND -FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 3351 MATILDA STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33133, PROJECT NO. 01433000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Veitia Padron Incorporated as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Coconut Grove Elementary School, located at 3351 Matilda Street, Miami, Florida 33133, Project No. 01433000, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $23,345 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-30 AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE VE ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, LLC, AS ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT WITH MAQUEIRA ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS, INC., IN THE AGREEMENT WITH JSA GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1 MILLION EACH, SHELTERED MARKET CATEGORY A. SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES, FOR A FOUR YEAR TERM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the replacement of VE Alvarez & Partners, LLC, as the Electrical Engineering Sub-Consultant with Maqueira Engineering Consultants, Inc., in the Agreement with JSA Group, Inc., as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (A/EPC) for Miscellaneous Projects up to $1 Million each (Sheltered Market, Category A. Small Business Enterprises).

F-31 AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE BASULTO & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT WITH LOUIS J. AGUIRRE & ASSOCIATES, P.A., IN THE AGREEMENT WITH ARCHITEKNICS, INC., AS ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH FOR A FOUR YEAR TERM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the replacement of Basulto & Associates, Inc., as the Electrical and Mechanical Engineering Sub-Consultant with Louis J. Aguirre & Associates, P.A., in the Agreement with Architeknics, Inc., as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (A/EPC) for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2.0 Million each.

F-35 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 13125 SW 72ND STREET, MIAMI, FL 33183; PROJECT NO. 01339300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Thornton Construction Company, Inc., for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Miami Sunset Senior High School located at 13125 SW 72 Street, Miami, FL 33183, Project No. 01339300 in the amount of $5,557,859, which includes owner's contingency in the amount of $259,028.

F-36 AWARD TO DI POMPEO CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED CAMPUS REPLACEMENT PROJECTS AT FREDERICK DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 314 NW 12 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33136; PROJECT NO. 01138500, AND AT BUNCHE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 16001 BUNCHE PARK DRIVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33054; PROJECT NO. 01329500.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Di Pompeo Construction Corporation, the General Obligation Bond funded campus replacement projects at Frederick Douglass Elementary School, located at 314 NW 12 Street, Miami, Florida 33136, Project No. 01138500 and Bunche Park Elementary School located at 16001 Bunche Park Drive, Miami Gardens, FL 33054, Project No. 01329500, on the basis of the lowest combined Base Bid A & B in the amount of $14,161,345.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) new application for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 ACCEPT FINDINGS OF EUQUANT, INC., AND INITIAL READING OF PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO AND MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS, AND 6320.05, LOCAL VENDOR PREFERENCE (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

(1) accept the findings and conclusions of Euquant, Inc., that there is a significant disparity in the Board's utilization of African-American construction subcontractors; and

(2) authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policies 6320.02, Small/Micro and Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs, and 6320.05, Local Vendor Preference.

G-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 6320.06, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION IN BUSINESS OPERATIONS AND PRACTICES, AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICY 6465, COMMERCIAL ANTI-DISCRIMINATION, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt new Policy 6320.06, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Business Operations and Practices, and amended Policy 6465, Commercial Anti-Discrimination, Diversity and Inclusion, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new and amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective September 9, 2015.

G-3 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 0169.1, PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN BOARD MEETINGS; 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS; AND 6325, CONE OF SILENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt to amend Policies 0169.1, Public Participation at Board Meetings; 0165, Public Meetings; and 6325, Cone of Silence, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective September 9, 2015.

G-4 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS; AND 5722, SCHOOL-SPONSORED STUDENT PUBLICATIONS, PRODUCTIONS AND PERFORMANCES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended Policies 9700, Relations with Special Interest Groups; and 5722, School-Sponsored Student Publications, Productions, and Performances, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective September 9, 2015.

G-5 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN THE FOLLOWING MATTERS: Clara Brown v. Miami-Dade County School District, Carlos Rios, Ana Rasco, Matthew Radding, and Ana Barreto; U.S. District Court Case No. 15-CV-22077-MGC; Riley Davis v. Madeleine Rodriguez and the School Board of Miami-Dade County, U.S. District Court Case No. 15-CV-23040-KMM

RECOMMENDED:That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of current and former School Board employees who are individually named as defendants in the cases of Clara Brown v. Miami-Dade County School District, Carlos Rios, Ana Rasco, Matthew Radding, Ana Barreto, Case No. 15-cv-22077-MGC, and Riley Davis v. Madeleine Rodriguez and the School Board of Miami-Dade County, U.S. District Court Case No. 15-CV-23040-KMM.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-079 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS LEARNING DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-079 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing October as Learning Disabilities Awareness Month.

H-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-080 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AARON B. ROSENFELD FOR HIS PARTICIPATION IN THE 57th ANNUAL STUDENT SCIENCE TRAINING PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-080 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Aaron B. Rosenfeld for his participation in the 57th Annual student science training program at the University of Florida.

H-5 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROMOTE THE SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM IN CONJUNCTION WITH INTERNATIONAL "WALK TO SCHOOL DAY" (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. Continue encouraging student participation in the School Breakfast Program at all Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and,

2. Encourage adult participation, if feasible, in the School Breakfast Program on October 7, 2015 in conjunction with the International "Walk to School Day."

H-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-076 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY, INC. (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-076 of The School Board of Miami- Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.

H-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-077 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY,
FLORIDA, HONORING THE 100 BLACK MEN OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC.(replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-077 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring the 100 Black Men of South Florida, Inc.

H-8 THE SCHOOL CAFETERIA: RESPECT, APPRECIATION AND RESPONSIBILITY

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Explore implementing roles for students to experience meaningful learning opportunities and experiences in elementary school cafeterias, and;

2. Provide a response by the December 2015 School Board meeting.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-10 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 19-25, 2015, AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF YEAR-ROUND SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 19- 25, 2015, and encouragement of year-round safe driving practices at all District high schools.

H-11 CALL FOR ACTION

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, explore the feasibility of WLRN partnering with Call for Action, Inc. to assist and educate our community on general consumer issues.

H-12 OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, determine best practices in educating our workforce about ovarian cancer and consider participating in a study with The University of Miami Health System (UHealth) about this type of cancer.

H-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CONNOR CUNNINGHAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-072 recognizing Connor Cunningham

H-14 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE CREATION OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SEAL OF BILITERACY TO RECOGNIZE HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES WHO HAVE ATTAINED A HIGH LEVEL OF COMPETENCY IN A WORLD LANGUAGE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Seal of Biliteracy and begin recognizing students who have attained a high level of competency in a World Language upon graduation at the end of the 2015-2016 school year.

H-15 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-078 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING CUTLER BAY SENIOR HIGH AND CORAL REEF ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS\u2019 PTSA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-078 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Cutler Bay Senior High And Coral Reef Elementary Schools\u2019 PTSA.

H-16 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-073 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND IMPACT OF EUGENIA B. THOMAS IN EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ADVOCACY (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-073 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Eugenia B. Thomas In Education and
Community Advocacy.

H-17 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-074 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING OMAYRA AMAYA (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-074 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Omayra Amaya.

H-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-075 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,
RECOGNIZING CENTRO MATER AND CODELLA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-075 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Centro Mater andCODELLA.

H-19 PROPOSED 2016 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OF THE GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL BOARDS (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the proposed draft Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards 2016 Legislative Program.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

AUGUST 5, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 3, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-064 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING U.S. WOMEN\u2019S SOCCER COACH AND M-DCPS PARENT JILLIAN ELLIS

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-064 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing U.S. Women\u2019s Soccer Coach and M-DCPS parent Jillian Ellis.

H-4 Request approval of resolution no. 15-065 OF the School board of miami-dade county, florida, RECOGNIZING Nicklaus children\u2019s hospital, the ekg screening program for athletes, and dr. anthony rossi

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-065 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Nicklaus Children\u2019s Hospital, the EKG screening program for athletes, and Dr. Anthony Rossi.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE \u201cWALKSAFE\u201d PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM, DURING THE WEEK OF THE EVENT

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2015 International \u201cWalk to School Day\u201d, and implement the \u201cWalkSafe\u201d pedestrian safety program curriculum during the week of the event.

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF \u201cETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2015\u201d IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse \u201cEthical Governance Day 2015\u201d to take place on October 22, 2015 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Commission of Ethics and Public Trust.

H-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-069 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING DR. MARISEL ELIAS MIRANDA (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-069 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Dr. Marisel Elias Miranda for her contributions to education.

H-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-070 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING JULIO MIRANDA (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-070 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Julio Miranda for his years of dedicated service to Miami- Dade County Public Schools.

H-12 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-067 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING REBECCA VAUGHNS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-067 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Rebecca Vaughns.

H-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-071 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN REMEMBRANCE OF ROBERT PARKER, FORMER DIRECTOR OF THE MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR HIS LEGACY OF PUBLIC SERVICE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT TEE HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-071 in remembrance of Robert Parker, Former Director of the Miami-Dade Police Department
for his legacy of public service.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

  • Outgoing 2014-2015 Student Advisor  (added)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Coral Reef Senior High and MAST Academy Musicians
  • New World School of the Arts Vocalists

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • June 30 and July 16, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • July 8, 2015 Attorney-Client Session
  • July 15, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2015-\u201816 MAPs

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE, INC. ON BEHALF OF ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent: to negotiate and execute a Service Agreement for Curriculum Support Services with Alpha Charter of Excellence, Inc. on behalf of Alpha Charter of Excellence.

C-2 request for approval of memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) and florida international university (FIU) to provide a bilingual education graduate certificate program at the masters level (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Florida International University (FIU) to implement the Bilingual Education Graduate Certificate Program at the Masters level in Bilingual Education.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM JUNE 19, 2015 THROUGH JULY 16, 2015

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM APRIL 28, 2015 THROUGH JULY 13, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. The Personnel Action Listing 1074 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from June 19, 2015 through July 16, 2015.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from April 28, 2015 through July 13, 2015.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective August 6, 2015.

D-22 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE CONTINUATION OF FULL SERVICE SCHOOLS PROGRAM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND TO ACCEPT FUNDING IN THE AMOUNT OF $768,000 EFFECTIVE UPON EXECUTION OF THE CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into a contractual agreement with The Florida Department of Health in Miami-Dade County for the continuation of the Full Service Schools program in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and to accept the amount of $768,000, effective upon execution of the contract.

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - DEMOTION AND SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised 2)

30 CALENDAR DAYS
URBANO DIAZ DE VILLEGAS - FOREPERSON-PAINTERS
MAINTENANCE SERVICE CENTER 1

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Mr. Urbano Diaz de Villegas, Foreperson-Painters, Maintenance Service Center 1, demotion to Painter II and suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective August 6, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) amendment to the charter contract with True North Classical Academy, Inc., on behalf of True North Classical Academy, to change the school\u2019s permanent location to a facility located at 9393 Sunset Drive, Miami, Florida 33173; Folio No. 30-4028-004-0870, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 20, 2020.

D-68 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENT TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-41 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assign to alternative school/programs for the maximum time permitted under law, which commenced on the date of the incident giving rise to the expulsion during the 2014-2015 school year and ends at the conclusion of the 2015-2016 school year;

2. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion; and

3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

D-69 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the attached list of out-of-county/out-of-state trips for the 2015-2016 school year for use in conjunction with School Board Policy 2340 \u2013 Field and Other District-Sponsored Trips.

D-70 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE SNACKS/MEALS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools:

1. to enter into contractual agreements with community agencies for the Department of Food and Nutrition to provide snacks/meals for participants in their programs from August 24, 2015 through August 23, 2016; and

2. the agreements may be renewed for two (2) additional one (1) year periods upon written confirmation from both parties for a maximum of three (3) years in total.

D-71 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trip to:

1. Auckland and Rotura, New Zealand; Sydney, Australia; Fiji, for the students at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School;

2. Vienna, Tyrol, and Salzburg, Austria; Munich and Heidelberg, Germany; Lucerne, Switzerland, for the students at George Washington Carver Middle School;

3. Berlin and Potsdam, Germany; Prague, Czech Republic; Krakow, Poland; and Budapest, Hungary, for the students at George Washington Carver Middle School;

4. Cordoba, Seville, and Madrid, Spain, for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior High School;

5. Paris, France; Florence and Rome, Italy, for the students at Ponce de Leon Middle School;

6. Athens, Delphi, Patras, Olympia, Argolida, Epidaurus, Mycenae, and Cape Sounion, Greece, for the students at South Dade Senior High School; and

7. Berlin, Germany; Prague, Czech Republic; Krakow, Poland; and Budapest, Hungary, for the students at Southwest Miami Senior High School.

D-72 ADOPTION OF EMERGENCY POLICY: 5511- EP-2015-2016, No. 1, DRESS AND GROOMING (revised good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Emergency School Board Policy 5511-EP-2015-2016, No.1, Dress Code and School Uniforms, to be effective August 5, 2015.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO PAY FOR ONE HALF OF THE COMMERCIAL PACKAGE INSURANCE POLICY AND UMBRELLA POLICY INSURING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND MIAMI-DADE COLLEGE FOR NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize reimbursement of $17,108.11, representing one half of the annual renewal premium for the commercial package and excess insurance policies for the New World School of Arts, to Miami-Dade College, covering both Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Miami-Dade College, with Philadelphia Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+, IX), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective August 13, 2015 to August 12, 2016.

E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 024-MM10, FIELD CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, renew its contracts for Field Case Management Services, pursuant to the proposals received in response to Request For Proposals (RFP) 024-MM10, Field Case Management Services to Coventry Workers\u2019 Comp Services at $80.00 per hour for the Florida Region and nationally and Claude B. Seltzer & Associates, Inc. at $80.00 per hour for the Florida Region, effective August 6, 2015 through July 31, 2016, for an additional one (1) year term at proposed rates, with the ability to renew for an additional one (1) year period, subject to successful negotiations.

E-106 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, tentatively approve for planning purposes, the following schedule of Board meeting dates for the period January-December 2016: January 13, February 10, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 22, July 13, July 27 (First Budget Public Hearing), August 10, September 7 (Regular Meeting/Second Budget Public Hearing), October 5, November 22 (Organization Meeting), November 23 (Regular Meeting), and December 14. The final listing of meeting dates for 2016 will be established by the Board at the 2015 Organization Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, 2015.

E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-14-056-ND \u2013 OUTSIDE AGENCY QUALIFIED TO OPERATE APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR POST- SECONDARY STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-14-056-ND \u2013 OUTSIDE AGENCY QUALIFIED TO OPERATE APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR POST-SECONDARY STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, to provide apprenticeship training for post-secondary students in Miami-Dade County, in accordance with the Florida Department of Education (FDOE), including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. ASBESTOS WORKERS LOCAL UNION #60 JOINT APPRENTICESHIP COMMITTEE
13000 N.W. 47 AVENUE
OPA-LOCKA, FL 33054
WILLIAM MAHONEY, JAC COORDINATOR

2. DADE COUNTY AIR CONDITIONING, REFRIGERATION AND PIPEFITTING EDUCATION COMMITTEE
13201 N.W. 45 AVENUE
OPA-LOCKA, FL 33054
PHIL RODIN, DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION

3. MIAMI JOINT ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING COMMITTEE
1601 N.W. 17 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33125
WILLIAM RILEY, DIRECTOR

4. PLUMBERS JOINT APPRENTICE & EDUCATIONAL COMMITTEE
14105 N.W. 58 COURT
MIAMI LAKES, FL 33014
PHIL TRUCKS, JR., CHAIRMAN

5. SHEET METAL WORKERS LU 32 APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING PROGRAM
20401 N.E. 15 COURT
MIAMI, FL 33179
WILLIAM R. WOOTTEN, COORDINATOR

6. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,500,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period.

E-142 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following term contracts, inasmuch as the estimated requirements, previously awarded by the Board, will be exceeded before the contracts term expires.

(1)

Contract No. 053-LL08 \u2013 SCHOOL-BUS ROUTES FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL-BUS COMPANIES, to purchase at a firm unit price, quantities, as may be required, of school-bus routes, for the Department of Transportation during the term of the contract, effective August 3, 2011, through August 2, 2013, with three (3) additional one (1) year contract extensions, and if needed, an additional ninety (90) days beyond the expiration of the current contract period. This supplemental award is requested due to an increase in usage that has resulted in an average monthly expenditure of $195,570. This supplemental award will be effective August 5, 2015 through August 2, 2016.

Fund Source

0100 - General

1. ADT TRANSPORTATION, INC.
4310 N.W. 158 STREET
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33055
OWNER: ANA D. TRUJILLO, PRESIDENT

2. AIR B SCHOOL BUS TRANSPORTATION, INC.
6241 S.W. 16 TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER: SAHILY BUSTAMANTE

3. A PLUS SCHOOL BUS USA CORP.
D.B.A. A PLUS SCHOOL BUS
8000 N.W. 56 STREET
DORAL, FL 33166
OWNER: MIGUEL IZQUIERDO, PRESIDENT

4. CARLOS & SUSANA SCHOOL BUS SERVICE
3340 S.W. 80 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER: SAHILY BUSTAMANTE

5. DEL AGUILA BUS SERVICE, INC.
7520 S.W. 57 AVENUE, SUITE D
SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143-5330
OWNER: JOSE DEL AGUILA

6. EVELIO & EDICTA JOMARRON SCHOOL BUS SERVICE
3101 S.W. 26 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33133
OWNER: EDICTA JOMARRON

7. FRANMAR CORPORATION
P. O. BOX 970783
MIAMI, FL 33197
OWNER: PETER BERMONT

8. J & A HERNANDEZ CORPORATION
9400 S.W. 15 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33174
OWNER: JORGE HERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT

9. M & M MARROQUIN SCHOOL BUS SERVICE, INC.
2930 S.W. 17 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33145
OWNER: MARLENE MARROQUIN, PRESIDENT

10. MARANATA SCHOOL BUS SERVICE CORP. (SBE\u2013Tier 1)
7161 S.W. 7 STREET (Hispanic American)
MIAMI, FL 33144
OWNER: ULISES ARIAS, PRESIDENT

11. MANOLIN & PILAR MARTINEZ, INC.
2830 S.W. 79 COURT
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER: PILAR MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT

12. MARIA GAMBOA BUS SERVICE, INC.
P. O. BOX 173286
HIALEAH, FL 33017
OWNER: MARIA GAMBOA, PRESIDENT

ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT TO DATE $9,954,375
PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL $0
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $2,346,840

E-143 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-033-SL \u2013 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANTS (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-033-SL \u2013 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANTS, to establish a list of preapproved vendors, is to provide information technology consulting services, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. 22ND CENTURY TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
1 EXECUTIVE DRIVE, SUITE 285
SOMERSET, NJ 08873
OWNER: SATVINDER SINGH, PRESIDENT

2. ARDENT TECHNOLOGIES, INC. (New Vendor)
6234 FAR HILLS AVENUE
CENTERVILLE, OH 45459
OWNER: VAS APPALANENI, PRESIDENT

3. ARYA BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, INC. (New Vendor)
21218 ST. ANDREWS BLVD., SUITE 654
BOCA RATON, FL 33433
OWNER: PREM JUVVADI, PRESIDENT

4. ASYMPTOTE SOFTWARE, INC. (New Vendor)
6506 KENDALE LAKES DRIVE, #310
MIAMI, FL 33431
OWNER: JORGE ROBAINA, PRESIDENT

5. BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS.COM, INC. DBA ABTSOLUTIONS
8529 SOUTH PARK CIRCLE, SUITE 260
ORLANDO, FL 32819
OWNER: SHERRY D. LUCKI, PRESIDENT

6. ELEGANT ENTERPRISE WIDE SOLUTIONS, INC.
25961 HARTWOOD DRIVE
CHANTILLY, VA 20152
OWNER: VIKAS ARORA, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

7. ELERT & ASSOCIATES NETWORKING DIVISION, INC.
140 THIRD STREET SOUTH
STILLWATER, MN 55082
OWNER: GARY ELERT, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

8. ELEVATE CONSULTANT, LLC (New Vendor)
1001 BRICKELL BAY DRIVE, 27TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FL 33131
OWNER: ANGELA POLANIA, PRESIDENT

9. GDKN CORPORATION OF FLORIDA (New Vendor)
1779 N. UNIVERSITY DRIVE, SUITE 102
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33024
OWNER: VIC NARANG, PRESIDENT

10. GREENLIGHT STAFFING GROUP, INC. (New Vendor)
3862 SHERIDAN STREET, SUITE B
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33021
OWNER: RON GREEN, PRESIDENT

11. INNOSOUL, INC.
24 FAIRFIELD AVENUE
ALBANY, NY 12205
OWNER: RASHI SHAMSHABAD, PRESIDENT

12. KEY TECHNICAL RESOURCES, INC.
5763 N. ANDREWS WAY
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
OWNER: KATHY GALLAGHER, PRESIDENT

13. KLC CONSULTING, INC
2239 WOODBINE DRIVE
TALLAHASSEE, FL 32309
OWNER: KEITH LEWIS CRICKS, PRESIDENT

14. KONNECT PRIME, INC. (New Vendor)
322 EAST CENTRAL BOULEVARD, SUITE 1806
ORLANDO, FL 32801
OWNER: RICHARD J. UYTDEWILLIGEN, PRESIDENT

15. L&T TECHNOLOGY, INC. (New Vendor)
433 N. ALHAMBRA AVENUE, SUITE C
MONTEREY PARK, CA 91755
OWNER: KUONG CHAN TANG, PRESIDENT

16. LECOS, LLC
17830 280TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER: DAMIAN COSTROVIEJO, MANAGER

17. MERIDIAN PARTNERS, LLC
1000 FIFTH STREET, SUITE #200
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33139
OWNER: WILBERTO MARTINEZ, MANAGER
S/MBE Hispanic- American

18. PINNACUS, LLC (New Vendor)
9100 S. DADELAND BOULEVARD, SUITE 1500
MIAMI, FL 33156
OWNER: MARK D. SQUILLANTE, PRESIDENT
S/MBE Non-Minority

19. PHOENIX BUSINESS CONSULTING, INC. (New Vendor)
5717 MADGE PLACE
HALTORN CITY, TX 76117
OWNER: HANIF SARANGI, PRESIDENT

20. PROSYS INFORMATION SYSTEMS, INC. (New Vendor)
6575 THE CORNERS PARKWAY, SUITE 300
NORCROSS, GA 30092
OWNER: MICHELLE CLERY, PRESIDENT

21. REVOLUTION TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
1000 REVOLUTION TECHNOLOGIES WAY
MELBOURNE, FL 32901
OWNER: TAYLOR SMITH, CEO

22. ROSS & BARUZZINI
6 SOUTH OLD ORCHARD
ST. LOUIS, MO 63119
OWNER: WILLIAM OVERTURF, III
SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

23. SGS TECHNOLOGIE, LLC (New Vendor)
6817 SOUTHPOINT PARKWAY, SUITE 2104
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32216
OWNER: ARUN VENKATESAN, PRESIDENT

24. SIGNATURE COMMERCIAL SOLUTIONS, LLC D.B.A. SIGNATURE CONSULTANTS
2101 WEST COMMERCIAL BOULEVARD, SUITE 3000
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
OWNER: JAY COHEN, PRESIDENT

25. SMX SERVICES & CONSULTING, INC.
1000 BRICKELL AVENUE, SUITE 900
MIAMI, FL 33131
OWNER: RICHARD J. QUEVEDO, CEO
SBE2 Hispanic-American

26. SOFTWARE INTEGRATION SERVICES, INC.
10010 CHESTER LAKE ROAD EAST
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32256
OWNER: RAVINDRA PILLI, DIRECTOR

27. SOFTWARE PEOPLE, INC.
17 COVENTRY LANE
SMITHTOWN, NY 11787-3885
OWNER: NILIMA JAIN, PRESIDENT

28. SOFTWARE RESOURCES, INC.
1325 SOUTH INTERNATIONAL PARKWAY, SUITE 2201
LAKE MARY, FL 32746
OWNER: TAMARA L. GIAIMO, C.E.O.

29. SYSTEM SOFT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
3000 BAYPORT DRIVE, SUITE 840
TAMPA, FL 33607
OWNER: SREEDHAR VURAMACHANENI, C.E.O.

30. TEKSYSTEMS MANAGEMENT, INC. (New Vendor)
7437 RACE ROAD
HANOVER, MD 21076
OWNER: KEITH BOZEMAN, PRESIDENT

31. VISIUM RESOURCES, INC. (New Vendor)
541 SOUTH ORLANDO AVENUE, SUITE 201
MAITLAND, FL 32751
OWNER: RUDOLF R. FORSTER

32. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $6,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $6,000,000 for the subsequent one (1) year extension periods. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

Legend: S/MBE \u2013 Small/Micro Business Enterprise
SBE2 \u2013 Small Business Enterprise \u2013 Tier 2

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR SEVENTEEN PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for seventeen programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged, in the approximate amount of $125,109,047, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, Part C, Education of Migratory Children, in the approximate amount of $850,627, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, Part D, Programs for Neglected and Delinquent Youth, in the approximate amount of $483,969, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016.

d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title II, Part A, Teacher and Principal Training & Recruiting Fund, in the approximate amount of $17,704,241, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners (ELLs), in the approximate amount of $7,583,770, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title III, 2015-2016 Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (IY), in the approximate amount of $3,213,210, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

g. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title III, 2014-2015 Federal Supplement for Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (IY), in the approximate amount of $769,956, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

h. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), in the approximate amount of $74,142,868, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

i. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $1,164,676, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

j. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers Part B, in the approximate amount of $1,734,521, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through August 31, 2016;

k. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers, Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $270,468, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through August 31, 2016;

l. Florida Department of Children and Families for funding under the Skills for Academic, Vocational and English Studies (SAVES) Adult Refugee Project, in the approximate amount of $12,000,000, for the grant period of August 13, 2015, through August 12, 2018;

m. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $12,107,314, for the grant period of August 1, 2015, through July 31, 2016;

n. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Early Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $2,389,157, for the grant period of August 1, 2015, through July 31, 2016;

o. Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for funding under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, in the approximate amount of $684,837, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

p. City of Hialeah Gardens for in-kind support under the City of Hialeah Gardens Educational Center, in the approximate amount of $596,982, for the grant period of July 1, 2014, through June 30, 2015; and

q. The Mr. Holland\u2019s Opus Foundation for in-kind support under The Mr. Holland\u2019s Opus Foundation Grant, in the approximate amount of $59,400, for the grant period of August 24, 2015, through June 9, 2016.

2. Enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

a. City Year, Inc., in the approximate amount of $1,924,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

b. College Summit, Inc., in the approximate amount of $450,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

c. Algebra Project, Inc., in the approximate amount of $150,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

d. Embrace Girls Foundation, in the approximate amount of $75,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

e. SEI/Overtown, Inc., in the approximate amount of $250,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

f. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami, in the approximate amount of $80,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

g. Close Up Foundation, in the approximate amount of $390,000, in support of the Title III, Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (IY) grant program;

h. Institute for Children and Family Health, Inc. in the approximate amount of $140,000, in support of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B grant program;

i. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $134,446, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers grant program;

j. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $79,536, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers, Part B Preschool grant program;

k. Skills for Academic, Vocational and English Studies (SAVES) Adult Refugee Project in the approximate amount of $12,000,000;

l. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $12,107,314, in support of the Head Start Program; and

m. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $2,389,157, in support of the Early Head Start Program.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grants in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters;

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period; and

8. negotiate and execute charter contract addenda if necessary to implement recent legislation changing the process for federal funds distribution to charter schools.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 1) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT (\u201cILA\u201d) WITH THE CITY OF DORAL (\u201cCITY\u201d) TO AMEND THAT CERTAIN MASTER DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND FLORDADE, LLC, TO PROVIDE THAT IN LIEU OF THE REQUIRED 1,926 STUDENT STATION K-12 CHARTER SCHOOL TO BE BUILT ON AN APPROXIMATE 4-ACRE SITE LOCATED ON THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF FUTURE N.W. 102 AVENUE AND THE PROPOSED N.W. 77 TERRACE RIGHT-OF-WAY, DORAL (\u201cSITE A\u201d), AN APPROXIMATE 1,200 STUDENT STATION K-8 (\u201cSCHOOL\u201d) WILL BE BUILT, OWNED AND OPERATED BY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (\u201cDISTRICT\u201d) INSTEAD; (revised)

2) IN ORDER TO FACILITATE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SCHOOL BY THE DISTRICT, ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 15-062, DESIGNATING THE SCHOOL BOARD-OWNED LAND LOCATED ON THE WEST SIDE OF S.W. 157 AVENUE BETWEEN S.W. 44 STREET AND S.W. 45 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cSITE B\u201d) TO BE UNNECESSARY FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES, SOLELY FOR THE EXPLICIT PURPOSE OF EXCHANGING WITH FLORDADE LLC, SITE B FOR SITE A, WITH ADDITIONAL CASH BACK TO THE BOARD;

3) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT AND/OR THE CHAIR, AS APPLICABLE, TO EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE SUBJECT TRANSACTIONS;

4) AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR DEVELOPER IN THIS TRANSACTION;

5) IN THE EVENT NEGOTIATIONS ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, RESCIND RESOLUTION NO. 15-062

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an Interlocal Agreement (\u201cILA\u201d) with the City of Doral (\u201cCity\u201d) to amend that certain Master Development Agreement between the City and Flordade, LLC, to provide that in lieu of the required 1,926 student station K-12 charter school to be built on an approximate 4-acre site located on the northwest corner of future N.W. 102 Avenue and the proposed N.W. 77 Terrace right-of-way, Doral (\u201cSite A\u201d), an approximate 1,200 student station K-8 (\u201cSchool\u201d) will be built, owned and operated by Miami-Dade County Public Schools (\u201cDistrict\u201d) instead; and

2) in order to facilitate construction of the School by the District, adopt Resolution no. 15-062, designating the School Board-owned land located on the west side of S.W. 157 Avenue between S.W. 44 street and S.W. 45 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County (\u201cSite B\u201d) to be unnecessary for educational purposes, solely for the explicit purpose of exchanging with Flordade LLC, Site B for Site A, with additional cash back to the Board;

3) authorize the Superintendent and/or the Chair, as applicable, to execute any other documents necessary to effectuate the subject transactions;

4) authorize the School Board Attorney to execute Waiver of Conflict Letter from Greenberg Traurig, which firm is serving solely as counsel for Developer in this transaction;

5) in the event negotiations are unsuccessful, rescind Resolution No. 15-062.

F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d), FOR THE COUNTY\u2019S INTERIM USE OF A PORTION OF THE PLAYFIELD AT SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (\u201cSCHOOL\u201d), LOCATED AT 10655 S.W. 4 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR THE TEMPORARY OPERATION OF A FIRE STATION;

2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE ABOVE TRANSACTION; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE COUNTY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute a lease agreement with Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d), for the County\u2019s interim use of a portion of the playfield at Sweetwater Elementary School (\u201cSchool\u201d), located at 10655 S.W. 4 Street, Miami, Florida, for the temporary operation of a fire station; and

2. execute any other documents or agreements necessary to effectuate the above transaction; and

3. grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the agreement, and placing the County in default, as may be applicable.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $46,740 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) take the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-22 1) COMMISSIONING OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS THE ARCHITECT/ ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED PARTIAL REPLACEMENT & RENOVATION PROJECT AT CUTLER BAY ACADEMY FOR ADVANCED STUDIES, CUTLER RIDGE CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 19400 GULFSTREAM ROAD, CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA 33157, PROJECT NO. 01339200;

2) AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE SRS ENGINEERING, INC., AS STRUCTURAL ENGINEERIING SUB-CONSULTANT WITH M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC., IN THE AGREEMENT WITH LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR CUTLER BAY ACADEMY FOR ADVANCED STUDIES, CUTLER RIDGE CAMPUS LOCATED AT 19400 GULFSTREAM ROAD, CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA 33157, PROJECT NO. 01339200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond (GOB)-funded Partial Replacement & Renovations Project at Cutler Bay Academy For Advanced Studies, Cutler Ridge Campus, located at 19400 Gulfstream Road, Cutler Bay, Florida 33157, Project No. 01339200, as follows:

a) a lump sum fee of $622,500 for A/E Basic Services;

b) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

2) authorize the replacement of SRS Engineering, Inc., as the Structural Engineering Sub-Consultant with M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc., in the Agreement with Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., for the Partial Replacement & Renovations Project at Cutler Bay Academy For Advanced Studies, Cutler Ridge Campus, located at 19400 Gulfstream Road, Cutler Bay, Florida 33157, Project No. 01339200.

F-23 COMMISSIONING OF UNITECH BUILDERS CORP., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT HENRY M. FLAGLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01433800, LOCATED AT 5222 N.W. 1 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33126

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Unitech Builders Corp. as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Henry M. Flagler Elementary School, Project No. 01433800, located at 5222 N.W. 1 Street, Miami, Fl 33126, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $21,616 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONING OF VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND BUILDING 07 REPLACEMENT AT HIBISCUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01424100, LOCATED AT 18701 N.W. 1 AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33169

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Veitia Padron Incorporated as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small/Micro Business Enterprises) for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations and Building 07 Replacement at Hibiscus Elementary School, Project No. 01424100, located at 18701 N.W. 1 Avenue, Miami, Fl 33169, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $20,767 for Pre-construction Services;

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-35 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNUAL SAFETY-TO-LIFE INSPECTION DOCUMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Annual Safety-to-Life Inspection Documents.

F-60 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. 008-PP10 \u2013 GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND \u2013 INFORMATION EXCHANGE, REPORTING AND ACCOUNTABILITY TOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Reject Request For Proposals No. 008-PP10 \u2013 GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND \u2013 INFORMATION EXCHANGE, REPORTING AND ACCOUNTABILITY TOOL, to permit rebidding.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve two (2) new applications for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS

RECOMMEND: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt amended Policy 6835, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective August 5, 2015.

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED PROMULGATION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 6320.06, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION IN BUSINESS OPERATIONS AND PRACTICES, AND TO AMEND POLICY 6465, COMMERCIAL ANTI-DISCRIMINATION, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to promulgate new Policy 6320.06, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Business Operations and Practices, and amend Policy 6465, Commercial Anti-Discrimination, Diversity and Inclusion.

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 0169.1, PUBLIC PARTICIPATION IN BOARD MEETINGS; 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS; AND 6325, CONE OF SILENCE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policies 0169.1, Public Participation at Board Meetings; 0165, Public Meetings; and 6325, Cone of Silence.

G-5 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. ANTERSHELE HIGGS, DOAH CASE NO. 15-2718

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida accept the resignation of Antershele Higgs effective as of July 10, 2015.

G-6 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. LUZ MORALES, DOAH Case No. 14-4175TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Luz M. Morales, DOAH Case No. 14-4175TTS, reinstating Respondent and providing her a portion of back pay for the period of her suspension.

G-9 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS; AND 5722, SCHOOL-SPONSORED STUDENT PUBLICATIONS, PRODUCTIONS AND PERFORMANCES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policies 9700, Relations with Special Interest Groups; and 5722, School-Sponsored Student Publications, Productions, and Performances.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO.15-066 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MEMBERS OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DURING THE 2015 AND 2015A LEGISLATIVE SESSIONS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 15-066, of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Members of the Miami-Dade County Legislative Delegation for their support of Miami-Dade County Public Schools during the 2015 and 2015A Legislative Sessions.

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-064 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING U.S. WOMEN\u2019S SOCCER COACH AND M-DCPS PARENT JILLIAN ELLIS

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-064 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing U.S. Women\u2019s Soccer Coach and M-DCPS parent Jillian Ellis.

H-4 Request approval of resolution no. 15-065 OF the School board of miami-dade county, florida, RECOGNIZING Nicklaus children\u2019s hospital, the ekg screening program for athletes, and dr. anthony rossi

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-065 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Nicklaus Children\u2019s Hospital, the EKG screening program for athletes, and Dr. Anthony Rossi.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2015 INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE \u201cWALKSAFE\u201d PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM, DURING THE WEEK OF THE EVENT

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2015 International \u201cWalk to School Day\u201d, and implement the \u201cWalkSafe\u201d pedestrian safety program curriculum during the week of the event.

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF \u201cETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2015\u201d IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse \u201cEthical Governance Day 2015\u201d to take place on October 22, 2015 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Commission of Ethics and Public Trust.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2015

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Hispanic Heritage Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools from September 15 through October 15, 2015.

H-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-069 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING DR. MARISEL ELIAS MIRANDA (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-069 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Dr. Marisel Elias Miranda for her contributions to education.

H-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-070 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING JULIO MIRANDA (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-070 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Julio Miranda for his years of dedicated service to Miami- Dade County Public Schools.

H-12 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-067 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING REBECCA VAUGHNS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-067 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Rebecca Vaughns.

H-13 PERISCOPE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, explore the possible use of and best practices regarding integrating the live streaming app Periscope to the District\u2019s parent outreach events and in Professional Development program/outreach.

H-14 WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES IN MARITIME TRADES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of developing workforce educational training programs for the maritime trades through the District\u2019s Adult and Vocational Programs.

H-16 REVIEW OF ALL STATUTORILY MANDATED PAYMENTS AND RECEIVABLES REQUIRED BY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the Superintendent School Board Attorney and Chief Auditor to create:

1. an electronic master list of any and all statutorily mandated payments and receivables to/from local, state and/or federal governmental entities (i.e. Value Adjustment Board, etc.);

2. a comprehensive review system (annual, bi-annual, etc.) specifically targeted towards the list of statutorily mandated payments and receivables that is created.

3. conduct a review and provide additional recommendations, if any, that would improve and/or enhance the comprehensive review system created specifically targeting the list of statutorily mandated payments and receivables that will be created.

H-17 CONDUCT REVIEW OF INFORMATION TO BE DISSEMINATED AS IT RELATES TO ENROLLMENT EVENTS AND LOCATIONS, AS WELL AS HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN OPTIONS UNDER THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT. (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the:

(1) School Board Attorney\u2019s Office to review for legal sufficiency e-flyers, commit cards, handouts, pamphlets, as well as other information (see documentation attached), to determine whether same can be distributed throughout the various M-DCPS communication systems/ platforms, including but not limited to, the parent portal, within schools site locations, M-DCPS website(s), etc.

(2) School Board Attorney\u2019s Office to determine the legal sufficiency of allowing navigators (individuals that help people enroll in coverage that fits their needs and budget) in designated locations on and/or within M-DCPS properties, including but not limited to, school sites, the School Board Administration Building, etc. for the purposes of disseminating information and signing individuals up for healthcare coverage under the Affordable Healthcare Act.

(3) School Board Attorney\u2019s Office to determine the legal sufficiency as to whether a policy to annually disseminate information to parents, students, and the community regarding healthcare coverage under the Affordable Healthcare Act can be created based on current school board policy.

(4) The Superintendent to create a detailed plan to disseminate all information approved by the School Board Attorney\u2019s Office as a result of this Agenda Item for each voter member district during the open enrollment period. For coverage starting in 2016, the Open Enrollment Period is November 1, 2015\u2013January 31, 2016. The dissemination plan should include the use of the various M-DCPS communication systems/platforms, including but not limited to, the parent portal, designated locations on and/or within M-DCPS, M-DCPS website(s), etc.

H-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-071 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN REMEMBRANCE OF ROBERT PARKER, FORMER DIRECTOR OF THE MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR HIS LEGACY OF PUBLIC SERVICE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT TEE HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-071 in remembrance of Robert Parker, Former Director of the Miami-Dade Police Department
for his legacy of public service.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

JULY 29, 2015 FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING 6:00 P.M.
SBAB AUDITORIUM

The agenda for regular meetings is published on the Wednesday prior to the Board meeting. The summary agenda will normally be posted here on the Thursday preceding the meeting. Revisions will generally be posted on Friday, and Tuesday PM prior to the meeting.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AT THE FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132, NO LATER THAN 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

AGENDA ITEMS

SP-1 TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2015-16

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. 1) tentatively adopt the millage rates below:
  3. a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .687 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.561 mills;
    b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 5.165 mills; and
    c) Debt Service levy of .199 mills.
  5. 2)tentatively adopt the millage resolution for FY 2015-16 for a total of 7.612 mills.

SP-2\u00a0TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2015-16 BUDGET

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. 1. tentatively adopt the FY 2015-16 Annual Budget, which consists of the budget approved for advertising on July 15, 2015, as shown on Attachment A in the agenda item, and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on July 29, 2015; and

  2. 2. approve the FY 2015-16 School Allocation Plan.

SP-3\u00a0\u00a0ADOPTION OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR USE OF DISTRICT DISCRETIONARY LOTTERY FUNDS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the above policies and procedures and approve the use of District Discretionary Lottery Funds appropriated by the Legislature to fund the Educational Excellence School Advisory Council.

NOTE:\u00a0AGENDA ITEMS SP-1, SP-2 AND SP-3 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

ADJOURNMENT

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JULY 15, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 13, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-060 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SYBRINA FULTON (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-060 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Sybrina Fulton.

H-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-XXX OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI ALUMNI OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY INCORPORATED (withdrawn)

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF SIXTEEN SCHOOLS AWARDED CERTIFICATES FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE 5-E SCHOOL ASSESSMENT TOOL, DEVELOPED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI WALKSAFE\u00ae AND BIKESAFE\u00ae PROGRAMS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize 16 schools, which were awarded certificates for their participation in the 5-E School Assessment Tool, developed by the University of Miami WalkSafe\u00ae and BikeSafe\u00ae Programs to promote Walk and Bike friendly schools.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-059 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KiDZ NEUROSCIENCE CENTER (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-059 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing KiDZ Neuroscience Center.

H-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-063 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MARVIN DUNN (revised good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County,
Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-063 of The School Board of Miami-Dade

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Dr. Manuel C. Barreiro Elementary School Chorus

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • June 11, 16, 18, 23 and June 30, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • June 15, 2015 Special School Board Meeting
  • June 17, 2015 School BoardMeeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

A-2 ADOPT VISION 20/20 - THE 2015-2020 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS STRATEGIC BLUEPRINT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Vision 20/20 \u2013 the 2015-2020 Strategic Blueprint for Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH FIVE COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, BIRTH THROUGH AGE TWO, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,765,557 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2015, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2015-2016 DISTRICT BUDGET (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. enter into contractual agreements with five community agencies to operate programs for children with disabilities, birth through age two, in an amount not to exceed $3,765,557, effective August 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016, contingent upon approval of the 2015-2016 District Budget, as follows:

  • Association for Retarded Citizens of South Florida, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,440,886;
  • Easter Seals South Florida, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $933,154;
  • University of Miami Debbie Institute, in an amount not exceed $672,026;
  • University of Miami, Linda Ray Intervention Center/Department of Psychology, in an amount not to exceed $478,157;
  • United Cerebral Palsy Association of Miami, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $241,334; and
2. utilize an exception stated within School Board Policy 6320, based on the provision of educational and health related services to support students with significant disabilities.

The appropriation for this item will be included in the General Fund of the 2015-2016 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2015, contingent upon approval of the 2015-2016 District Budget.

C-2 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS WITH THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES TO PROVIDE SPECIALIZED SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES FOR THE CONTINUATION OF COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS, EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2015, THROUGH JULY 31, 2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into cooperative agreements with the following agencies for the continuation of collaborative programs to provide services for students with disabilities effective August 1, 2015, through July 31, 2016:

a. Children\u2019s Rehab Network
b. Jackson Pediatric Center
c. PEDI PEC
d. Pediatric Alternative Treatment, Care, Housing, and Evaluation Services (PATCHES)

2. extend these cooperative agreements annually for up to two additional one-year periods.

There is no exchange of funds.

C-3 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS WITH SELECTED BUSINESS ENTITIES TO FACILITATE THE OPERATION OF PROJECT SEARCH AND PROJECT VICTORY SCHOOL-TO-WORK PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES, EFFECTIVE JULY 16, 2015, THROUGH JULY 31, 2018 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into cooperative agreements with selected business entities to facilitate the operation of the Project SEARCH and Project Victory school-to-work programs for students with disabilities, effective July 16, 2015, through July 31, 2018, and add additional sites as needed.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM MAY 15, 2015 THROUGH JUNE 18, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Personnel Action Listing 1073 for instructional and non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from May 15, 2015 through June 18, 2015.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective July 16, 2015.

D-22 CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, contractually employ Ms. Andreina Espina, effective July 1, 2015, as Administrative Assistant to Board Member, Ms. Susie V. Castillo.

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION \u2013 SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

15 CALENDAR DAYS
CLARENCE A. DOTSON \u2013 CUSTODIAN
LIBERTY CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10 WORKDAYS
RENEE D. ISHMAEL \u2013 TEACHER
HAMMOCKS MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED:That the School Board approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Mr. Clarence A. Dotson, Custodian, Liberty City Elementary School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective July 16, 2015.
B) Ms. Renee D. Ishmael, Teacher, Hammocks Middle School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective August 31, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve one (1) new charter contract with Somerset Academy, Inc., on behalf of Somerset Preparatory Academy Sunset, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 20, 2020.

2. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending May 2015.

E-14 AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2015-16

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to advertise a 2015-16 Total Millage Levy that is less than the 2014-15 Final Total Millage Levy.

E-25 APPROVE RESOLUTION 15-054 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $25,000,000 QUALIFIED ZONE ACADEMY BONDS IN THE FORM OF CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION SERIES 2015-QZAB

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approves Resolution 15-054 authorizing issuance of up to $25,000,000 of Qualified Zone Academy Bonds in the form of Series 2015-QZAB Certificates

E-66 RECOMMENDATION FOR AWARD FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) # 14-028-ND, TRANSPARENCY TOOLS FOR M-DCPS HEALTHCARE PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award Healthcare Bluebook the Transparency Tools for M-DCPS Healthcare Plan contract, pursuant to Request For Proposal (RFP) #14-028-ND, for an initial contract period of 9/1/2015 through 12/31/2018 at the annual flat rate of $1.25 PEPM with an estimated initial 40-month cost of $1,600,000; implementation fee of $50,000; and a per employee RX Implementation/Conversion fee of $2,500, subject to cancellation provisions which provide for the ability for the District to cancel the contract at any time, with or without cause with a 30-day advance written notice, and the ability to renew for two additional one-year periods subject to subsequent negotiation and Board action; and

2. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute a contract with Healthcare Bluebook to provide Transparency Tools for M-DCPS Healthcare plan pursuant to the provisions of RFP# 14-028-ND, Transparency Tools for M-DCPS Healthcare Plan.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE LAST 12 OF 126 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for the Last 12 of 126 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014.

E-88 AUDIT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD (VAB) APPEALS PROCESS PHASE 2 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Miami-Dade County Value Adjustment Board (VAB) Appeals Process Phase 2.

E-141AWARDREQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-14-027-VF \u2013ComprehensiveOn-site Health Care Services for Students Attending Continuing Opportunitiesfor a Purposeful Education (C.O.P.E.) Center North

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Request For Proposal No. RFP-14-027-VF \u2013 COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING CONTINUING OPPORTUNITIES FOR A PURPOSEFUL EDUCATION (C.O.P.E.) CENTER NORTH, to provide on-site comprehensive healthcare services to approximately 165 teen parents and their infants/toddlers at COPE Center North, located at 9950 N.W. 19 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33147, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. ROZALYN H. PASCHAL M.D. P.A.
P.O. BOX 370608
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137
OWNER: ROZALYN H. PASCHAL M.D. P.A.

Monthly rate for medical on-site services at COPE Center North @$11,000.00

ALTERNATE

2. JESSIE TRICE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER, INC.
5607 N.W. 27 AVENUE, SUITE #1
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142
OWNER: ANNIE R. NEASMAN, RN, MS

Monthly rate for medical on-site services at COPE Center North @$19,056.83.

3. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $220,000, for the initial contract term, and not to exceed $110,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-016-CV \u2013 REMANUFACTURED ENGINES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD ITB-14-016-CV \u2013 Remanufactured Engines to establish contracts, at firm unit prices, quantities, as may be required, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. JASPER ENGINE EXCHANGE, INC.
815 WERNSING ROAD
JASPER, IN 47547
OWNER: ZACHERY BAWEL, PRESIDENT

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $100,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $100,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143REQUESTAPPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACTS (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following term contracts, inasmuch as the estimated requirements, previously awarded by the Board, will be exceeded before the contracts term expires.

(1)

Contract No. 023-LL10 \u2013 TEENAGE PREGNANCY PROGRAM (TAPP) CHILD-CARE SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WHO MEET LEGISLATIVE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENT FOR THE 2010-2011 SCHOOL YEAR, is to provide child care services for approximately 200 to 800 at-risk children, birth to 3 years old, who are children of students seeking a high school diploma, during the term of the contract, effective January 1, 2011, through December 31, 2012, with three (3) additional one (1) year contract extensions, and if needed, an additional ninety (90) days beyond the expiration of the current contract period. This supplemental award is requested due to an increase in usage that has resulted in an average monthly expenditure of $83,577.68. This supplemental award will be effective July 15, 2015 through December 31, 2015.

1. EARLY LEARNING COALITION OF MIAMI-DADE/MONROE, INC.
2555 PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD, #500
CORAL GABLES, FL 33144
OWNER: EVELIO C. TORRES, MPA, PRESIDENT/C.EO.

2. LINCOLN-MARTI COMMUNITY AGENCY, INC.
2700 S.W. 8 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33135
OWNER: DR. ARMINDA ESPINOSA, PRESIDENT

3. MCDONALD\u2019S PLAYWORLD, INC.
6375 N.W. 2 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33150
OWNER: MARCIA G. CARTY, PRESIDENT

ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT TO DATE $10,150,000.00
PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL $0
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $501,466.05

(2)

Contract No. 053-LL08 \u2013 SCHOOL-BUS ROUTES FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL-BUS COMPANIES, to purchase at a firm unit price, quantities, as may be required, of school-bus routes, for the Department of Transportation during the term of the contract, effective August 3, 2011, through August 2, 2013, with three (3) additional one (1) year contract extensions, and if needed, an additional ninety (90) days beyond the expiration of the current contract period. This supplemental award is requested due to an increase in usage that has resulted in an average monthly expenditure of $195,570. This supplemental award will be effective August 3, 2015 through August 2, 2016.

1. ADT TRANSPORTATION, INC.
4310 N.W. 158 STREET
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33055
OWNER: ANA D. TRUJILLO, PRESIDENT

2. AIR B SCHOOL BUS TRANSPORTATION, INC.
6241 S.W. 16 TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER: SAHILY BUSTAMANTE

3. A PLUS SCHOOL BUS USA CORP.
D.B.A. A PLUS SCHOOL BUS
8000 N.W. 56 STREET
DORAL, FL 33166
OWNER: MIGUEL IZQUIERDO, PRESIDENT

4. CARLOS & SUSANA SCHOOL BUS SERVICE
3340 S.W. 80 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER: SAHILY BUSTAMANTE

5. DEL AGUILA BUS SERVICE, INC.
7520 S.W. 57 AVENUE, SUITE D
SOUTH MIAMI, FL 33143-5330
OWNER: JOSE DEL AGUILA

6. EVELIO & EDICTA JOMARRON SCHOOL BUS SERVICE
3101 S.W. 26 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33133
OWNER: EDICTA JOMARRON

7. FRANMAR CORPORATION
P. O. BOX 970783
MIAMI, FL 33197
OWNER: PETER BERMONT

8. J & A HERNANDEZ CORPORATION
9400 S.W. 15 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33174
OWNER: JORGE HERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT

9. M & M MARROQUIN SCHOOL BUS SERVICE, INC.
2930 S.W. 17 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33145
OWNER: MARLENE MARROQUIN, PRESIDENT

10. MARANATA SCHOOL BUS SERVICE CORP. (SBE)
7161 S.W. 7 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33144
OWNER: ULISES ARIAS, PRESIDENT

11. MANOLIN & PILAR MARTINEZ, INC.
2830 S.W. 79 COURT
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER: PILAR MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT

12. MARIA GAMBOA BUS SERVICE, INC.
P. O. BOX 173286
HIALEAH, FL 33017
OWNER: MARIA GAMBOA, PRESIDENT

ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT TO DATE $10,501,240.00
PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL $0
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $2,346,840.00

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD FOR ONE PROGRAM FROM A FUNDING SOURCE AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH THE AGENCY PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept a grant award for a program from:

a. KiDZ Neuroscience Center for in-kind services, in the approximate amount of $75,000 for the grant period of July 16, 2015, through July 15, 2020;

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements; 3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (the “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, July 15, 2015 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

A. Call to Order

B. Close Agenda

C. Purpose of Meeting

    1) Consideration of Resolution 15-054 authorizing issuance of Qualified Zone Academy Bonds in the form of Certificates of Participation Series 2015-QZAB in a principal amount not to exceed $25,000,000.

D. Other Business and Adjournment

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE LBA CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FOUNDATION, INC. (\u201cLBA\u201d), TO EXTEND THE TERM FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2015 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2015, for the operation of a District-managed charter school, LOCATED AT 13835 N.W. 97 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING EXTENDING THE LEASE AGREEMENT FOR AN ADDITIONAL SIX-MONTH PERIOD, INCREASING OR DECREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY LBA, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING LBA IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an amendment to the lease agreement between the School Board and the LBA Children and Families Foundation, Inc. (\u201cLBA\u201d), to extend the term for the period of July 1, 2015 through December 31, 2015, for the operation of a District-managed charter school, located at 13835 N.W. 97 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above; and

2) grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement, including extending the lease agreement for an additional six-month period, increasing or decreasing the area occupied by LBA, canceling or terminating the lease agreement, and placing LBA in default.

F-3 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO FACILITATE VACATION AND CLOSURE OF AN UNDEVELOPED PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY CONTAINING APPROXIMATELY 0.62 ACRES, ADJACENT TO OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (\u201cSCHOOL\u201d) LOCATED AT 15640 N.E. 8 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AT THE REQUEST OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY ROAD CLOSURE PETITION\u201d) WITH ANY ASSOCIATED COSTS TO BE BORNE BY THE COUNTY; AND

2) EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY, TO ALLOW ITS USE OF THE CLOSED RIGHT-OF-WAY FOR PUBLIC PARK PURPOSES AT THE ADJACENT OAK GROVE PARK (\u201cPARK\u201d), AND ALLOW THE SCHOOL TO USE A PORTION OF THE PARK FOR THE SCHOOL\u2019S PARENT DROP-OFF/PICK-UP AREA; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE ROAD CLOSURE PETITION AND JOINT USE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENTS, AND PLACING THE COUNTY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute the required documents to facilitate vacation and closure of an undeveloped public right-of-way containing approximately 0.62 acres, adjacent to Oak Grove Elementary School (\u201cSchool\u201d) located at 15640 N.E. 8 Avenue, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida, at the request of Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty Road Closure Petition\u201d) with any associated costs to be borne by the County; and

2) execute a Joint Use Agreement with the County to allow its use of the closed right-of-way for public park purposes at the adjacent Oak Grove Park (\u201cPark\u201d), and allow the School to use a portion of the Park for the School\u2019s parent drop-off/pick-up area; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Road Closure Petition and Joint Use Agreement, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the agreements, and placing the County in default, as may be applicable.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $275,293 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) take the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-21 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $391,000;

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-23 COMMISSIONING OF ZYSCOVICH, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR NEW K-8 CENTER IN DORAL (PHASE I \u2013 REUSE OF THE DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), LOCATED AT N.W. 90 STREET AND N.W. 114 AVENUE, DORAL, FL 33178, PROJECT NO. 01439300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Zyscovich, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for New K-8 Center at Doral (Phase I \u2013 Re-Use of the Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School), located at N.W. 90 Street and N.W. 114 Avenue, Doral, Florida 33178, Project No. 01439300, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $408,000 for A/E Re-Use Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONING D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) - FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND P.E. SHELTER REPLACEMENT AT NORLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01439500, LOCATED AT 19340 N.W. 8 COURT, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33169

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations and P.E. Shelter Replacement at Norland Elementary School, Project No. 01439500, located at 19340 N.W. 8 Court, Miami Gardens, FL 33169, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $19,550 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-25 COMMISSIONING THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED ADDITION TO REPLACE PORTABLES AT GULFSTREAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01442700, LOCATED AT 20900 S.W. 97 AVENUE, CUTLER BAY, FL 33189

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Thornton Construction Company, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Addition to Replace Portables at Gulfstream Elementary School, Project No. 01442700, located at 20900 S.W. 97 Avenue, Cutler Bay, FL 33189, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $18,540 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-26 COMMISSIONING VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT CHARLES R. HADLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER (PLC)-A, PROJECT NO. 01432900, LOCATED AT 8400 N.W. 7 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33126

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Veitia Padron Incorporated as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Charles R. Hadley Elementary School and Primary Learning Center-A, Project No. 01432900, located at 8400 N.W. 7 Street, Miami, FL 33126, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $18,475 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT JESSE J. MCCRARY, JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01434000, LOCATED AT 514 N.W. 77 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33150

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Link Construction Group, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Jesse J. McCrary, Jr. Elementary School, Project No. 01434000, located at 514 N.W. 77 Street, Miami, FL 33150, as follows:

3) a lump sum fee of $17,630 for Pre-construction Services; and

4) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING STOBS BROS. CONSTRUCTION CO. AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT HENRY H. FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01433700, LOCATED AT 531 WEST 29 STREET, HIALEAH, FL 33012

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Stobs Bros. Construction Co. as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Henry H. Filer Middle School, Project No. 01433700, located at 531 West 29 Street, Hialeah, FL 33012, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $17,440 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-34CHANGE CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm B-1, Change Order No. 2 on Project No. 01224800, A New Charter Elementary in Downtown Doral, Doral, Florida for an additional cost of $37,352.

F-35 AWARD TO LONG LASTING ROOFING CORP. PROJECT NO. 01407700 (MICRO) ROOFING TERM BID CONTRACT RTB15-M1 MINOR REPAIRS \u2013 REROOFING VARIOUS FACILITIES, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award:

Project No. 01407700, Roofing Term Contract RTB15-M1, Various Locations, on the Basis of the low Adjustment Factor, for a not-to-exceed amount of $200,000 to:

LONG LASTING ROOFING CORPORATION
7600 N.W. 74 STREET SUITE 200
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33166

F-61 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-013-SL \u2013 PAINTING AND INCIDENTAL WORK

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-013-SL \u2013 PAINTING AND INCIDENTAL WORK, to establish a list of preapproved vendors, to furnish all labor, supervision, equipment, and materials necessary, to perform painting and incidental work for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. BON ART PAINT, INC.   SMBE
2811 N.W. SIXTH STREET   HA
MIAMI, FL 33125
OWNER: JULIO BERNAL, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

2. CONSTRUCTION AFFAIRS, INC.   SMBE
14041 S.W. 54 STREET   AA
MIRAMAR, FL 33027
OWNER: JOHN KENNEDY, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

3. CURTIS PAINTING AND WATERPROOFING, CO.   SBE
19115 N.W. 11 AVENUE   AA
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER: CURTIS MORROW, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

4. D\u2019UNIVERSAL BUILDERS, INC.   SMBE
11385 S.W. 58 TERRACE   HA
MIAMI, FL 33173
OWNER: EVA DOTRES, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

5. DE LA ROSA PAINTING CORPORATION   SMBE
9002 N.W. 177 TERRACE   HA
MIAMI, FL 33018
OWNER: JOSE NU\u00d1EZ, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

6. EVERETT PAINTING COMPANY, INC.   SMBE
2531 N.W. 79 STREET   AA
MIAMI, FL 33147
OWNER: SHIRLEY EVERETT, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

7. INCLAN PAINTING AND WATERPROOFING    SMBE
CORP.     HA
12252 S.W. 128 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER: LUIS INCLAN, PRESIDENT

8. JASPER ENTERPRISES, INC.   SBE
1366 N.W. 54 STREET   AA
MIAMI, FL 33142
OWNER: ERIC SWEET, PRESIDENT

9. JIS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, INC.   SBE
12100 S.W. 132 COURT, SUITE 113    HA
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER: JAVIER CANTENS, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

10. KASAS CONSTRUCTION, INC. SMBE 2560 BASS WAY   HA
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33026
OWNER: KAMI OKHOVAT, PRESIDENT

11. LEGO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY   SMBE
280 S.W. 20 ROAD   HA
MIAMI, FL 33129
OWNER: LUIS GARCIA, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

12. M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC.   SMBE
9500 N.W. 12 STREET, BAY 2   W
DORAL, FL 33172
OWNER: MARY CEAVERS, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

13. OAC ACTION CONSTRUCTION CORP.   SBE
12540 S.W. 130 STREET, #2-3   NM
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER: OSVALDO CRUZ, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

14. PAINT CITY SERVICE CORP.   SMBE
1815 N.E. 155 STREET   AA
MIAMI, FL 33162
OWNER: BERRY ST. VIL, VICE PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

15. SA CONSULTANTS, LLC   SMBE
12550 BISCAYNE BLVD., SUITE 218   W
MIAMI, FL 33181
OWNER: FARAH SALEHI, PRESIDENT (New Vendor)

16. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $200,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $200,000 for the subsequent one (1) year extension periods. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) application increasing the single bid limit for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-2 TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT FOR CONVENIENCE WITH KALEX CONSTRUCTION & DEVELOPMENT, INC. (KALEX) AND SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS (Associated with Projects at Robert Renick Educational Center, Fulford Elementary, W.J. Bryan Elementary and Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(i) terminate for convenience, the Agreement with Kalex Construction & Development, Inc.; and

(ii) authorize the Superintendent or his designee to approve and execute the Settlement Agreement with Kalex Construction & Development, Inc.

G-3 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida accept the July 2015 Annual Report of the School Board Attorney.

G-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 15-061 ASSOCIATED WITH THE SETTLEMENT IN MATTER KNOWN AS: In Re: Oil Spill by the Oil Rig "Deepwater Horizon" in the Gulf of Mexico, on April 20, 2010, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, MDL Case Number 2179-CJB-SS. (revised good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve proposed settlement and accept up to $2.5 million (minus attorney's contingency fees and expenses) in full and complete settlement and resolution of its claims in the matter known as ln Re: Oil Spill by the Oil Rig "Deepwater Horizon" in the Gulf of Mexico, on April 20. 2010, United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana, MDL Case Number 2179-CJB-SS, adopt Resolution 15-061, indicating the Board\u2019s acceptance of the settlement, and authorize the School Board Attorney and the Board's outside counsel in this matter to execute and file all necessary documents to finalize the acceptance of the settlement offer.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-060 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SYBRINA FULTON (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-060 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Sybrina Fulton.

H-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-XXX OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI ALUMNI OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY INCORPORATED (withdrawn)

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2015 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY FLYER FOR DISTRIBUTION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2015 Welcome Back to School Safety Flyer for distribution during the first week of school.

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF SIXTEEN SCHOOLS AWARDED CERTIFICATES FOR PARTICIPATING IN THE 5-E SCHOOL ASSESSMENT TOOL, DEVELOPED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI WALKSAFE\u00ae AND BIKESAFE\u00ae PROGRAMS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize 16 schools, which were awarded certificates for their participation in the 5-E School Assessment Tool, developed by the University of Miami WalkSafe\u00ae and BikeSafe\u00ae Programs to promote Walk and Bike friendly schools.

H-7 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT\u2019S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA\u2019S SALES TAX HOLIDAY

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to utilize the District\u2019s communication resources to raise community awareness of Florida\u2019s upcoming sales tax holiday scheduled for August 7-16, 2015.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-059 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KiDZ NEUROSCIENCE CENTER (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-059 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing KiDZ Neuroscience Center.

H-10 ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAM OPTIONS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of skills programs, including water-related activities, for alternative education program options.

H-11 EXPAND CHOICE OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS THROUGH A CONTINUOUS ENROLLMENT OPTION (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Direct the Superintendent to explore the feasibility to expand choice opportunities for students through a Continuous Choice Enrollment Option for select choice schools.

H-12 WATER BOTTLE REFILL STATIONS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of installing and/or retrofitting existing water fountains that provide for and encourage water bottle refilling, develop a promotional campaign or curricular component to promote increasing student water consumption and report findings to the Board by the December 2015 School Board meeting.

H-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-063 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MARVIN DUNN (revised good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County,
Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-063 of The School Board of Miami-Dade

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JUNE 17, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

*The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the public hearing meeting.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-057 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TERI WILLIAMS, PRESIDENT OF ONEUNITED BANK (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-057 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Teri Williams, President of OneUnited Bank.

H-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-058 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COUNTY ATTORNEY ABIGAIL PRICE-WILLIAMS (replacement)

PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-058 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams.

H-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-055 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF MIAMI

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-055 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Junior League of Miami.

H-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-056 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING JUAN CARLOS AND TRUDY QUINTANA OF KYAN\u2019S KAUSE FOUNDATION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-056 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Juan Carlos and Trudy Quintana for receiving the President's Council Community Leadership Award of 2015.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

  • Adult Education Scholarship Donation
  • Outgoing 2014-2015 Student Advisor
  • Seniors with Perfect Attendance

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • New World School of the Arts Musician

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • May 12, 19, and 21, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • May 13, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • Legislative Update

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE RENEWAL CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH (1) MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC., ON BEHALF OF ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION CHARTER SCHOOL, AND (2) LBA CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FOUNDATION, INC., ON BEHALF OF LBA CONSTRUCTION AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ACADEMY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. negotiate and execute a Renewal Management Agreement with Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., a Florida Not-for-Profit Corporation, on behalf of Academy for International Education Charter School.

2. negotiate and execute a Renewal Management Agreement with LBA Children and Families Foundation, Inc., a Florida Not-for-Profit Corporation, on behalf of LBA Construction and Business Management Academy.

C-2 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATION OF MIAMI, INC., TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL AND RELATED SERVICES TO STUDENTS WITH SEVERE INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $204,720 EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2015, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2016, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2015-2016 DISTRICT BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. enter into a contractual agreement with United Cerebral Palsy Association of Miami, Inc., to provide educational and related services to students with severe intellectual disabilities, in an amount not to exceed $204,720, effective July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2015, contingent upon approval of the 2015-2016 District budget; and

2. grant an exception to School Board Policy 6320, based on UCP\u2019s provision of health related services to support students with severe intellectual disabilities who have complex medical conditions.

The appropriation for this Item will be included in the General Fund of the 2015 -2016 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2015, contingent upon approval of the 2015-2016 District Budget.

C-100 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 2460, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt amended School Board Policy 2460, Exceptional Student Education, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective June 17, 2015; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to submit the document, Exceptional Student Education Policies and Procedures (SP&P) Effective Dates: 2014-2015 through 2016-2017, to the Florida Department of Education.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM APRIL 17, 2015 THROUGH MAY 14, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Personnel Action Listing 1072 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from April 17, 2015 through May 14, 2015.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2014-2015 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective June 18, 2015, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-22 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN WAIVERS AND SECONDARY SCHOOL REFORM INITIATIVE WAIVERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed M-DCPS/UTD Memorandum of Understanding authorizing School Improvement Plan waivers and Secondary School Reform Initiative waivers on June 17, 2015, effective for the 2015-2016 School Year.

D-23 APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016

RECOMMENDED: That, pursuant to Florida Statute 1012.22, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve nominations of personnel for 2015-2016, subject to the provisions set forth in their respective collective bargaining agreements or other applicable agreements and in accordance with state statutes and rules of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

D-24 APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT- THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND BERNARD HOPE and THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME), LOCAL 1184 \u2013 FMCS CASE No. 150515-55666-3

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Bernard Hope, FMCS Case No. 150515-55666-3, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension already served and reinstating him to his position as a Custodian with the School Board, under the conditions specified in the Settlement Agreement.

D-40 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECEIVE THE STATE-MANDATED ANNUAL \u201cSAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES\u201d SELF-ASSESSMENT, AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO REPORT THE SELF-ASSESSMENT RESULTS AND SCHOOL BOARD ACTION TO THE COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. receive the \u201cSafety and Security Best Practices\u201d assessment results; and

2. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to report the self-assessment results and School Board action to the Commissioner of Education.

D-45 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: FINAL READING 5120, ASSIGNMENT WITHIN DISTRICT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended School Board Policy 5120, Assignment Within District and the document, Attendance Zone Recommendations and Related Administrative Actions 2015-2016, which is incorporated by reference and is part of this policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective July 1, 2015.

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION \u2013 SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

20 WORKDAYS
THERESA L. WOODS \u2013 COMMUNITY SCHOOL SPECIALIST
LUDLAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
ROXANA B. HERNANDEZ \u2013 TEACHER
SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

3 WORKDAYS
APRIL S. DANESE \u2013 TEACHER
ARVIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL

5 CALENDAR DAYS
MICHAEL O. FOXX \u2013 CUSTODIAN
GLORIA FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
ELIZABETH FERNANDEZ \u2013 ELEMENTARY COUNSELOR
MADIE IVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10 WORKDAYS
HELAINE M. MICHELSON \u2013 TEACHER
MADIE IVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

20 WORKDAYS
LYNNE L. SHAPIRO \u2013 TEACHER
RUTH K. BROAD/BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER

3 CALENDAR DAYS
TOSHIBA BRYANT \u2013 CUSTODIAN
IRVING AND BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER

7 CALENDAR DAYS
RAYMOND SCOTT \u2013 HEAD CUSTODIAN
IRVING AND BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER

30 WORKDAYS
ALEJANDRO A. GONZALEZ \u2013 TEACHER
BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

10 WORKDAYS
CHRYSTAL D. BLUE \u2013 SECRETARY/TREASURER
EDISON PARK K-8 CENTER

30 WORKDAYS
MARIO MARTINEZ \u2013 TEACHER
SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

25 WORKDAYS
SHARI COOPER \u2013 SCHOOL SECURITY MONITOR
LILLIE C. EVANS K-8 CENTER

15 WORKDAYS
PAULA A. GOOD \u2013 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
MADIE IVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10 CALENDAR DAYS
KENTISH D. HARVEY \u2013 CUSTODIAN
MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

30 WORKDAYS
JANET P. OLIVERA \u2013 PRINCIPAL
SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

3 WORKDAYS
GREGORY MINGO \u2013 SENIOR NETWORK ANALYST
DATA SECURITY & TECHNICAL SERVICE

3 WORKDAYS
ANGEL R. HERRERA \u2013 TEACHER
MIAMI KILLIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
WOODY B. TILLMAN \u2013 CUSTODIAN
MIAMI JACKSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: 1) That the School Board approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Ms. Theresa L. Woods, Community School Specialist, Ludlam Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective June 18, 2015.
B) Ms. Roxana B. Hernandez, Teacher, South Dade Senior High School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective September 3, 2015.
C) Ms. April S. Danese, Teacher, Arvida Middle School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective September 3, 2015.
D) Mr. Michael O. Foxx, Custodian, Gloria Floyd Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) calendar days, effective June 18, 2015.
E) Ms. Elizabeth Fernandez, Elementary Counselor, Madie Ives Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective August 31, 2015.
F) Ms. Helaine M. Michelson, Teacher, Madie Ives Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective August 31, 2015.
G) Ms. Lynne L. Shapiro, Teacher, Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective August 31, 2015.
H) Ms. Toshiba Bryant, Custodian, Irving and Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective June 25, 2015.
I) Mr. Raymond Scott, Head Custodian, Irving and Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center, suspension without pay for seven (7) calendar days, effective June 18, 2015.
J) Mr. Alejandro A. Gonzalez, Teacher, Booker T. Washington Senior High School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective August 20, 2015.
K) Ms. Chrystal D. Blue, Secretary/Treasurer, Edison Park K-8 Center, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective June 18, 2015.
L) Mr. Mario Martinez, Teacher, South Miami Heights Elementary School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective August 20, 2015.
M) Ms. Shari Cooper, School Security Monitor, Lillie C. Evans K-8 Center, suspension without pay for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective August 20, 2015.
N) Ms. Paula A. Good, Assistant Principal, Madie Ives Elementary School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) workdays, effective August 13, 2015.
O) Mr. Kentish D. Harvey, Custodian, Miami Northwestern Senior High School, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective June 18, 2015.
P) Ms. Janet P. Olivera, Principal, Sweetwater Elementary School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective June 18, 2015.
Q) Mr. Gregory Mingo, Senior Network Analyst, Data Security & Technical Service, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective June 18, 2015.
R) Mr. Angel R. Herrera, Teacher, Miami Killian Senior High School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective August 31, 2015.

2) That the School Board approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A) Mr. Woody B. Tillman, Custodian, Miami Jackson Senior High School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective June 18, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF SEVENTEEN CHARTER SCHOOL RENEWALS AND FOUR AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve seventeen (17) charter school contract renewals with:

a. ASPIRA of Florida, Inc., on behalf of ASPIRA Leadership & College Preparatory Academy, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2020;

b. The National Ben Gamla Charter School Foundation, Inc., on behalf of Ben Gamla Charter School, under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2030;

c. The Doral Academy, Inc., on behalf of Doral Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy, under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2030;

d. United Cerebral Palsy of South Florida Charter School, Inc., on behalf of Early Beginnings Civic Center, (i.) for a 10-year term, (ii.) change the school\u2019s name from Early Beginnings Civic Center to Early Beginnings Academy, and (iii.) adjust the school\u2019s schedule, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2025;

e. Renaissance Charter School, Inc., on behalf of Keys Gate Charter High School, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2020;

f. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of Mater Academy East Middle School, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020;

g. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of Mater Grove Academy, (i.) for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020; and (ii.) increase student enrollment as follows: (a) 2016-2017 SY, a maximum of 1,100 students; (b) 2017-2018 SY, a maximum of 1,300 students; and (c) 2018-2020 SY, a maximum of 1,400 students;

h. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of Mater Academy (Miami Beach), (i.) for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020; and (ii.) to consolidate the charter with Mater Academy High School (Miami Beach) \u2013 WL7025 into one charter servicing Kindergarten through grade nine;

i. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of Mater Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy, under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2030;

j. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., on behalf of Pinecrest Cove Academy, (i.) under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 15-year term; and (ii.) increase student enrollment from 900 students to a maximum of 1,100 students, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2030;

k. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., on behalf of Pinecrest Academy (North Campus), (i.) under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2030; and (ii.) to consolidate the charter with Pinecrest Academy Middle School (North Campus) \u2013 WL6003 into one charter servicing Kindergarten through grade eight;

l. Renaissance Charter School, Inc., on behalf of Renaissance Middle Charter School, under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2030;

m. Somerset Academy, Inc., on behalf of Somerset Oaks Academy, (i.) for a 5-year term; and (ii.) increase the grade levels from Kindergarten through grade six to Kindergarten through grade eight, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020;

n. Somerset Academy, Inc., on behalf of Somerset Academy at Silver Palms, under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2030;

o. Somerset Academy, Inc., on behalf of Somerset Academy Charter High School (South Homestead), for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020;

p. Sports Leadership & Management Foundation, Inc., on behalf of Sports Leadership Academy of Miami Charter High School, (i.) for a 5-year term; and (ii.) add a facility located in the intersection of N.W. 5th Street and N.W. 12th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136 (Folio Nos.: 01-4102-005-6410, 01-4102-005-6420, 01-4102-005-6200, 01-4102-005-6210, 01-4102-005-6230 and 01-4102-005-6390), commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020; and

q. Stellar Leadership Academy, Inc., on behalf of Stellar Leadership Academy, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020.

2. Approve four (4) amended charter school contracts with:

a. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of Mater Brickell Preparatory Academy, to (i.) extend the original contract for a 2-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2017; and (ii.) temporarily remain at the current facility located at 2805 S.W. 32nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33133 (Folio No. 01-4116-036-0010);

b. Miami Arts, Inc., on behalf of Miami Arts Charter School, to add a permanent facility located at 95 N.W. 23rd Street, Miami, Florida 33127 (Folio No. 01-3125-037-0360), commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2024; and (ii.) temporarily remain at their current facility located at 3900 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, Florida 33137 (Folio No. 01-3219-026-0010), until completion of the permanent site;

c. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., on behalf of Pinecrest Academy (South Campus), to consolidate the charter with Pinecrest Palms Academy \u2013 WL4634 into one charter servicing grades Kindergarten through grade five, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year; and

d. South Florida Autism Charter School, Inc., on behalf of South Florida Autism Charter School, to change the school\u2019s location to a facility located at 18305 N.W. 75th Place, Hialeah, Florida 33015; Folio No. 30-2011-077-2550, subject to approval of a lease by the School Board, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2019.

3. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-67 YEAR END REPORT OF SCHOOL BOARD AUCTIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the report of the auctions of surplus/obsolete equipment and vehicles.

D-68 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trip to Greece, for the students at G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School.

D-69 PROPOSED RENAMING OF ALLAPATTAH MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, rename Allapattah Middle School, Georgia Jones-Ayers Middle School.

D-70 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ACCEPT A DONATION, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,000.00 FROM THE MIAMI HEAT, TO CONTINUE OPERATING AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM ENTITLED THE HEAT ACADEMY AT PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER, JESSE J. MCCRARY, JR., AND RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS DURING THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a donation, in an amount not to exceed $250,000.00, from The Miami HEAT to continue operating an after-school academic program, entitled, The HEAT Academy, at Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center, Jesse J. McCrary, Jr., and Riverside Elementary Schools during the 2015-2016 school year.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending April 2015.

E-14 AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2015 UNTIL THE FY 2015-16 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the FY 2014-15 fiscal year budget, as amended, to be used as a continuation budget for FY 2015-16, effective July 1, 2015 until such time as the FY 2015-16 tentative budget becomes official.

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) #14-058-ND FOR RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) # 14-058-ND for Risk Management and Insurance Broker Services; and

2. approve the composition of the Ad-Hoc Committee.

E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) #032-MM10, STUDENT ACCIDENT AND ATHLETIC ACCIDENT INSURANCE COVERAGES AND HEAD START/EARLY START ACCIDENT COVERAGE

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. confirm the prior authorization of the Student Accident Insurance coverage pursuant to the terms of Request for Proposals (RFP) #032-MM10, Student Accident and Athletic Accident Insurance Coverages, with Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+ XV), through Insurance for Students, Inc. & Health Special Risk, Inc.(HSR)., effective August 1, 2015 through July 31, 2016 and authorize the renewal based on terms, rates and conditions at the same as the expiring program for an additional one-year period effective August 1, 2016-July 31, 2017, at the following rates per student for the two-year renewal term:

School Time Pre-K to 6th                $ 16.00
School Time 7th to 12th                  $ 18.00
24-Hour Pre-K to 12th                    $ 79.00
Fall Football Insurance                  $265.00
Spring Football Insurance               $ 59.00
Interscholastic Athletic Insurance   $ 59.00

2. confirm the prior 2015-2016 authorization for expenditures for the Board subsidy for the Fall and Spring Football season\u2019s insurance premiums with the District paying $189.00 and the athlete paying $76.00 for a total Fall Football premium of $265.00 and a total Spring Football premium of $59.00 with the District paying $36.00 and the athlete paying $23.00 and authorize expenditures for the Board subsidy for the Fall and Spring Football for the 2016-2017 school year at terms, rates and conditions the same as the expiring program for an additional one-year period effective August 1, 2016 through July 31, 2017;

3. confirm the prior authorization of expenditures for the Board subsidy for Interscholastic Sports Insurance premiums with the District paying $29.00 and the student paying $30.00 for a total premium of $59.00 for the 2015-2016 school year and authorize the expenditures for the Board subsidy for an additional one-year period effective August 1, 2016 through July 31, 2017; and

4. authorize the renewal of Head Start/Early Start Accident Insurance coverage with Markel Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+ XIII) through Insurance for Students, Inc. & Health Special Risk, Inc.(HSR) for a one-year period with a rate of $2.89 per enrolled student with limits of $2,000 per child effective August 20, 2015 to August 19, 2016.

E-68 REQUEST FOR RENEWAL OF EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING FACILITIES USE INSURANCE COVERAGE, CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, POLICE PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION, GENERAL/ AUTOMOBILE/ PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE AND CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize renewal terms of the Facilities Use insurance coverage effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016, with Mesa Underwriters Specialty (A.M. Best A+ XII) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., subject to a total deposit premium of $13,348.03, inclusive of TRIA terrorism coverage with a maximum not to exceed threshold of $15,000, including all State of Florida fees;

2. authorize renewal terms of the Catastrophic Athletic Accident insurance with Zurich American Insurance Company, (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one- year period effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016, with a policy annual aggregate limit of $6 million dollars and a $25,000 deductible for a total premium of $75,514, inclusive of TRIA terrorism coverage;

3. authorize the renewal of the Law Enforcement and Professional Liability Insurance coverage with Lexington Insurance Company (AIG) (A.M. Best A XV), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016, with an annual premium of $187,500, with a per wrongful act self-insured retention of $200,000;

4. authorize renewal of the District\u2019s Excess Workers\u2019 Compensation Insurance coverage with Safety National Casualty Corporation (AM Best A XI) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one-year term, effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016, at a rate of $.0661 per $100 of annual payroll with a deposit premium of $1,187,431 including State of Florida fees subject to a per claim, self-insured retention of $1,500,000;

5. authorize the second year renewal of the five-year one-year terms of its General/Automobile/Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions coverage with United Educators Risk Retention Group (United Educators) (A.M. Best A VIII) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. (AJG) subject to annual re-rate and cancellation provisions with the second year\u2019s premium totaling $303,739 effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016; subject to a self-insured retention for the General/Automobile coverage, commensurate with the current levels of limited Sovereign Immunity of $200,000 per claim/$300,000 per accident and a flat, per wrongful act self- insurance retention of $200,000 for Professional Liability claims;

6. authorize renewal of the Boiler and Machinery coverage with Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance and Inspection Company (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. (AJG) for the second year of the three-year term, effective September 13, 2015. This program will include a rate agreement through 2017, subject to the loss ratio of 30% or less, with policy limits of $100 million per loss at a rate of .002219 per $100 total insured values, subject to a base of $7.8 billion with the annual premium for 2015-2016 being $179,498; and

7. authorize the renewal of the Cyber Liability coverage with Brit-Lloyd\u2019s (A.M. Best A, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one year period effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2016, for a total premium of $139,500 (the 1.3% Florida Hurricane Assessment Fee is no longer required) with coverage limits of $10 million per claim/annual aggregate subject to a $250,000 self-insured retention.

E-69 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH BENCOR, INC. FOR ADMINISTRATION OF THE TERMINAL LEAVE RETIREMENT PLAN (TLRP)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, contract with Bencor, Inc. as the district's Terminal Leave Retirement Plan Administrator (TLRP), pursuant to the provisions of School Board Policy 6320 - Purchasing, wherein Miami-Dade County Public Schools is purchasing such administrative services pursuant to the provisions of Broward County Public Schools RFP #16-005V, and Bencor, Inc.'s proposal as proposed on February 6, 2015, and approved at its meeting of May 19, 2015, inclusive of all terms, conditions, fees and administrative support costs, including both the IRS 401(a) and 403(b) plan options for new participants, effective July 1, 2015 to December 31, 2018.

E-70 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE DISTRICT\u2019S CURRENT CONTRACT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI (UHEALTH) FOR EXPANSION OF SCHOOL BOARD BASED CLINIC SERVICES AT NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL AND EXPLORE FUTURE SITES FOR EXPANSION IN THE SOUTH AND WESTERN AREAS OF THE COUNTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize an amendment to the existing contract for School Board Clinic Services with University of Miami (UHealth) for services to be provided at North Miami Senior High School; and

2. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the potential for expansion of District-provided medical services at specific school sites located in the south and western areas of the county.

E-86 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUDIT PLAN AND SAS 114 COMMUNICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida Audit Plan and SAS 114 Communication for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2015.

E-87 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AGENCY FUNDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORT SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Educational Facilities Impact Fees Agency Funds of Miami-Dade County, Florida - Financial Report September 30, 2014.

E-88 THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR\u2019S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the The Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. and Independent Auditor\u2019s Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2014.

E-89 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-90 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 25 OF THE 126 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 25 of the 126 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014.

E-141 AWARDBID NO. \u2013 ITB-14-009-DD TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-009-DD \u2013 TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS, to purchase, at afirm unit price, quantities, as may be required, of transportation services for special needs students, the homeless and students in foster care, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extension thereto, as follows:

1. AMERICAN LOGISTICS COMPANY, LLC
901 CALLE AMANECER, SUITE 260
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
OWNER: CRAIG PUCKETT, PRESIDENT

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $450,000, for the initial contract term, and not to exceed $450,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-026-SLY \u2013 PAPER; LASER-PRINTER ROLL SUPPLIES (ITS)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-026-SLY \u2013 PAPER, LASER-PRINTER ROLL SUPPLIES, (ITS), to establish a contract, to purchase, at firm unit prices, paper, laser-printer roll supplies including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. BEST FORMS & LABEL PRINTING, INC.
8962 TAFT STREET
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33024
OWNER: JAMES OLDER, PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE

2. DABOTER, INC.
1009 S 21 AVENUE
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33020
OWNER: DAVID LEVY, PRESIDENT

Second Total Low Unit Price Meeting Specifications: Item 1.

Item 1- Paper, roll for laser-printer @ $575 per roll.

3. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $74,750 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $74,750 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-036-AC \u2013 FRESH PRODUCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-036-AC \u2013 FRESH PRODUCE, to provide fresh, high-quality, seasonal and local produce, for the Department of Food and Nutrition, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. MAC EDWARDS PRODUCE & CO., INC.
830 N.W. 22 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33127
OWNER: MILDRED EDWARDS, PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE

2. THE PRODUCE CONNECTION, INC
2200 N.W. 23 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33142
OWNER: BRUCE FISHBEIN, PRESIDENT

3. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to a total estimated amount of $8.5 million, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $8.5 million, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-144 REJECT BID NO. ITB-14-017-CV \u2013 TRANSMISSIONS \u2013 FACTORY REBUILT

REJECT BID NO. ITB-14-024-SLY \u2013 PAPER: MULTIPURPOSE, XEROGRAPHIC, PURCHASE

REJECT BID NO. ITB-14-031-CV \u2013 REFRIGERANT GASES

REJECT BID NO. ITB-14-025-SLY \u2013 PLASTIC CAN LINERS: PURCHASE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Reject Bid No. ITB-14-017-CV \u2013 TRANSMISSION \u2013 FACTORY REBUILT, to permit rebidding;

2. Reject Bid No. ITB-14-024-SLY \u2013 PAPER: MULTIPURPOSE, XEROGRAPHIC, PURCHASES, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications;

3. Reject Bid No. ITB-14-031-CV \u2013 REFRIGERANT GASES, to permit rebidding, using revised award methodology; and

4. Reject Bid No. ITB-14-025-SLY \u2013 PLASTIC CAN LINERS: PURCHASE, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications.

E-145 TERMINATE AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP-14-021-MT \u2013 TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES TO BUSINESS TRAVEL ADVISORS, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, TERMINATE award for the Request for Proposals No. RFP-14-021-MT \u2013 TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES to Business Travel Advisors, Inc., for student travel services.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR THREE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for three programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Secondary Programs, Section 131, in the approximate amount of $3,980,164, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Public Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Post- Secondary, Section 132, in the approximate amount of $1,057,279, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016; and

c. United States Department of Education (USDOE) for funding under the Creating Community Change: Student Services-Data Driven Project, in the approximate amount of $970,013, for the grant period of May 1, 2015, through April 30, 2018.

d. United Way of Miami-Dade for funding under the Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership (EHS-CCP), in the approximate amount of $195,000, and in-kind support in the approximate amount of $55,000, for the grant period of June 1, 2015, through July 31, 2019.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH UNITED WAY OF MIAMI-DADE, INC. (\u201cUNITED WAY\u201d), FOR USE OF SPACE AT THE ETHEL F. BECKFORD/RICHMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 16929 S.W. 104 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE UNITED WAY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Lease Agreement with United Way of Miami-Dade, Inc. (\u201cUnited Way\u201d), for use of space at the Ethel F. Beckford/Richmond Elementary School campus, located at 16929 S.W. 104 Avenue, Miami, Florida, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including cancelling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing the United Way in default, as may be applicable.

F-3 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOLS, INC. (\u201cSFACS\u201d), TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE LEASE FOR ONE MONTH FOR THE OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 13835 N.W. 97 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA; AND

2. EXECUTE A NEW LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SFACS, TO ALLOW FOR ITS RELOCATION TO A PORTION OF THE COUNTRY CLUB MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 18305 N.W. 75 PLACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL; AND

3. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER BOTH LEASE AGREEMENTS REFERENCED ABOVE, INCREASING OR DECREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY SFACS, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENTS, AND PLACING SFACS IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute an amendment to the existing lease agreement between the School Board and South Florida Autism Charter Schools, Inc. (\u201cSFACS\u201d), to extend the term of the lease for one month for the operation of a District-managed charter school, located at 13835 N.W. 97 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2. execute a new lease agreement with SFACS, to allow for its relocation to a portion of the Country Club Middle School campus, located at 18305 N.W. 75 Place, Miami, Florida, for the continued operation of a District-managed charter school under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

3. grant or deny all approvals required under both lease agreements referenced above, including increasing or decreasing the area occupied by SFACS, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the lease agreements, and placing SFACS in default, as may be applicable.

F-4 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE A NEW LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI (\u201cCITY\u201d), FOR USE OF SPACE BY THE CITY AT LINDSEY HOPKINS TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LOCATED AT 750 N.W. 20 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, TO OPERATE A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER; AND

2. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING INCREASING OR DECREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY THE CITY, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute a new lease agreement with the City of Miami (\u201cCity\u201d), for use of space by the City at Lindsey Hopkins Technical College, located at 750 N.W. 20 Street, Miami, Florida, to operate a Workforce Development Center, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including increasing or decreasing the area occupied by the City, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the lease agreement and placing the City in default, as may be applicable.

F-5 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE CITY OF DORAL (\u201cCITY\u201d), FOR JOINT USE OF ALL PARK AND SCHOOL SITES LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY; AND

2. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AMENDING EXHIBIT \u201cA\u201d TO THE AGREEMENT, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute an amendment to the Joint Use Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) between the School Board and the City of Doral (\u201cCity\u201d) for joint use by the City and School Board of all park and school sites located within the City, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. grant or deny all approvals required under the Agreement, including modifying Exhibit \u201cA\u201d to the Agreement, and renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Agreement, and placing the City in default, as may be applicable.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $347,287 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-22 COMMISSIONINGOF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERALOBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS & PE SHELTER REPLACEMENT PROJECTAT NORLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19340 NW 8 COURT, MIAMI GARDENS,FLORIDA 33169, PROJECT NO. 01439500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded Renovations & PE Shelter Replacement Project at Norland Elementary School, located at 19340 NW 8 Court, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169, Project No. 01439500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $158,400 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23COMMISSIONINGOF LIVS ASSOCIATES AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND(GOB) FUNDED ADDITION TO REPLACE PORTABLES PROJECT AT GULFSTREAM ELEMENTARYSCHOOL, LOCATED AT 20900 SW 97 AVENUE, CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA 33189, PROJECT NO.01442700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LIVS Associates as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded Addition to Replace Portables project at Gulfstream Elementary School, located at 20900 SW 97 Avenue, Cutler Bay, Florida 33189, Project No. 01442700, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $146,088 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONINGOF ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERALOBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT CHARLES R. HADLEYELEMENTARY SCHOOL & PLC-A, LOCATED AT 8400 NW 7 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA33126, PROJECT NO. 01432900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Ana Alleguez Architecture, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded Renovations project at Charles R. Hadley Elementary School, located at 8400 NW 7 Street, Miami, Florida 33126, Project No. 01432900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $149,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-25 COMMISSIONINGOF NYARKO ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FORGENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT JESSE J. McCRARY,JR., ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 514 NW 77 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33150,PROJECT NO. 01434000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Nyarko Architectural Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded Renovations project at Jesse J. McCrary, Jr., Elementary School, located at 514 NW 77 Street, Miami, Florida 33150, Project No. 01434000, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $140,750 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-26 COMMISSIONINGOF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FORGENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT HENRY H. FILERMIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 531 WEST 29 STREET, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012, PROJECTNO. 01433700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded Renovations Project at Henry H. Filer Middle School, located at 531 West 29 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project No. 01433700, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $141,924 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONINGOF KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD SHELTERED MARKET FORSMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDEDRENOVATIONS PROJECT AT HENRY M. FLAGLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 5222 NW 1STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33126, PROJECT NO. 01433800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission KVH Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record Sheltered Market for Small/Micro Business Enterprises for General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded Renovations Project at Henry M. Flagler Elementary School, located at 5222 NW 1 Street, Miami, Florida 33126, Project No. 01433800, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $170,660 for A/E Basic Services; and

2. supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONINGOF CARTY ARCHITECTURE, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD SHELTERED MARKETFOR SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDEDRENOVATIONS & BUILDING 07 REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT HIBISCUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL,LOCATED AT 18701 NW 1 AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169, PROJECT NO.01424100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Carty Architecture, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record Sheltered Market for Small/Micro Business Enterprises for General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded Renovations & Building 07 Replacement Project at Hibiscus Elementary School, located at 18701 NW 1 Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169, Project No. 01424100, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $163,957 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD SHELTERED MARKET FOR SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT D.A. DORSEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LOCATED AT 7100 NW 17 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147, PROJECT NO. 01442900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record Sheltered Market for Small/Micro Business Enterprises for General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded Renovations Project at D.A. Dorsey Technical College, located at 7100 NW 17 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33147, Project No. 01442900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $165,904 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-30 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD SHELTERED MARKET FOR SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT JACK D. GORDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND OFF-SITE PLCs, LOCATED AT 14600 COUNTRY WALK DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186, PROJECT NO. 01433900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record Sheltered Market for Small/Micro Business Enterprises for General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded Renovations Project at Jack D. Gordon Elementary School and Off-Site PLCs, located at 14600 Country Walk Drive, Miami, Florida 33186, Project No. 01433900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $153,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-31 COMMISSIONING OF THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 13125 SW 72 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33183, PROJECT NO. 01339300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Thornton Construction Company, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for Pre-construction Services related to a General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations and Repairs Project at Miami Sunset Senior High School, located at 13125 SW 72 Street, Miami, Florida 33183, Project No. 01339300, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $14,850 for Pre-construction Services; and

2. the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-32 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE GEOTECHNICAL, CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR TWO YEARS WITH AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC., NUTTING ENGINEERS OF FLORIDA, INC., AND PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC.; AND

AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE GEOTECHNICAL, CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC., TO REFLECT THE FIRM\u2019S NAME CHANGE TO AMEC FOSTER WHEELER ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize:

1. the extension of the Geotechnical, Construction Materials Testing and Environmental Assessment Consulting Services Agreements for two years with AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc., Nutting Engineers of Florida, Inc., and Professional Services Industries, Inc., and

2. an amendment to the Geotechnical, Construction Materials Testing and Environmental Assessment Consulting Services Agreement with AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc., to reflect the firm\u2019s name change to Amec Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.

F-33 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 15640 N.E. 8 AVENUE, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162; PROJECT NO. 1337300 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for D. Stephenson Construction, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Oak Grove Elementary School located at 15640 N.E. 8 Avenue, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162, Project No. 01337300 in the amount of $2,942,144, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $140,102.

F-35 AWARD TO ATLAS-APEX ROOFING, LLC. PROJECT NO. 00390000 ROOFING TERM BID CONTRACT RTB15-O1 MAJOR REPAIRS \u2013 REROOFING VARIOUS FACILITIES, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA (withdrawn)

AWARD TO LONG LASTING ROOFING CORP. PROJECT NO. 01407700 (MICRO) ROOFING TERM BID CONTRACT RTB15-M1 MINOR REPAIRS \u2013 REROOFING VARIOUS FACILITIES, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

RECOMMENDED: That The School board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award:

Project No. 00390000, Roofing Term Contract RTB15-O1, Various Locations, on the Basis of the low Adjustment Factor, for a not-to-exceed amount of $2,000,000.00 to:

ATLAS-APEX ROOFING, LLC.
281 NE 32nd STREET
FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33334

Project No. 01407700, Roofing Term Contract RTB15-M1, Various Locations, on the Basis of the low Adjustment Factor, for a not-to-exceed amount of $200,000 to:

LONG LASTING ROOFING CORPORATION
7600 N.W. 74TH STREET SUITE 200
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33166

F-60 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-011-CV \u2013 SECURITY SYSTEMS SERVICES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-011-CV \u2013 SECURITY SYSTEMS SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, to maintain a fully operational security system, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. ATCi COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1270 N.W. 165 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER: VINCENT VENTO, PRESIDENT

Low Unit Price: Items 1 through 7.

Item 1 - Elementary Schools@ $2.97 per camera.
Item 2 - Kindergarten to Eight Grade@ $2.97 per camera. Item 3 - Middle Schools @ $2.97 per camera.
Item 4 - Senior High Schools@ $2.97 per camera.
Item 5 - Vocational and Specialized Centers @ $2.97 per camera.
Item 6 - Alternative Education Facilities@ $2.97 per camera.
Item 7 -Ancillary Facilities@ $2.97 per camera.

3. ADDITIONAL SERVICES NOT USED FOR BID CALCULATION
ATCi COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1270 N.W. 165 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER: VINCENT VENTO, PRESIDENT

Low Unit Prices: Items 8 through 26.
Item 8 - Licensed/certified journeyperson foreperson @ $65 per hour.
Item 9 - Licensed/certified journeyperson @ $55 per hour.
Item 10 - Apprentice/Junior Mechanic @ $55 per hour
Item 11 - Laborer/helper @ $55 per hour.
Item 12 - Percentage off OEM parts@ 30% discount
Item 13 - Percentage of miscellaneous materials @ 30% discount.
Item 14 through 20 - Additional cameras at all locations@ $2.97 per camera.
Item 21- Card Access System w/2 doors@ $125.76 per month.
Item 22 - Card Access System w/4 doors@ $25'1.52 per month.
Item 23 - Card Access System w/16 doors @ $377 .28 per month.
Item 24 - Card Access System w/32 doors@ $365.92 per month.
Item 25 - Card Access System w/64 doors @ $848.88 per month.
Item 26 - Card Access System w/80 doors @ $1 ,273.32 per month.

4. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $800,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $800,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-61 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-032-CV \u2013 FERTILIZERS, SPECIAL MIX

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD ITB-14-032-CV \u2013 FERTILIZERS, SPECIAL MIX, to establish a contract, to purchase, at firm unit prices, fertilizers, special mix, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. DIAMOND R. FERTILIZER CO., INC.
18378 S.W. 260 STREET
HOMESTEAD, FL 33031
OWNER: MICHAEL HUDSON, PRESIDENT

2. HARRELL\u2019S LLC
720 KRAFT ROAD
LAKELAND, FL 33815
OWNER: JACK R. HARRELL, JR, C.E.O.

ALTERNATE

3. JOHN DEERE LANDSCAPES
11970 S.W. 12 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER: JDA HOLDING LLC

4. DIAMOND R. FERTILIZER CO., INC.
18378 S.W. 260 STREET
HOMESTEAD, FL 33031
OWNER: MICHAEL HUDSON, PRESIDENT

5. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $65,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $65,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve three (3) new applications and two (2) applications increasing single bid limits for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO VARIOUS SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES REPEAL OF CERTAIN POLICIES AND PROMULGATION OF NEW POLICIES RELATED TO HUMAN CAPITAL, RISK MANAGEMENT, ACADEMICS, AND RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, PURSUANT TO SECTION 120.74, F.S.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, pursuant to Chapter 120.74, F.S., adopt the various policy amendments, repeal certain policies, and promulgate new policies related to human capital, risk management, academics, and responsible use of technology as set forth in this Item, and authorize the Superintendent to file them with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective June 17, 2015.

G-2 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. JOSE R. BUSTOS, DOAH Case No. 14-6002

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida enter a Final Order adopting the Administrative Law Judge\u2019s Recommended Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Jose R. Bustos, DOAH Case No. 14-6002, as the School Board\u2019s Final Order, dismissing Respondent from further employment with the School Board.

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policy 6835, Office of Management and Compliance Audits.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-057 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TERI WILLIAMS, PRESIDENT OF ONEUNITED BANK (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-057 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Teri Williams, President of OneUnited Bank.

H-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-058 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COUNTY ATTORNEY ABIGAIL PRICE-WILLIAMS (replacement)

PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-058 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing County Attorney Abigail Price-Williams.

H-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-055 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF MIAMI

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-055 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Junior League of Miami.

H-6 SNIPS FOR AUTISM AND SMILES FOR AUTISM COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, disseminate information to parents and caregivers about the availability of two free community programs for children with autism: Snips for Autism and Smiles for Autism.

H-7 ANIMAL DISSECTION IN SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, ban the use of actual cats as specimens for dissections in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and explore the feasibility of banning the use of all real animal specimens in dissections throughout the District.

H-8 PORTAL FOR RETIREES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to review the feasibility of establishing a portal for retired employees.

H-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-056 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING JUAN CARLOS AND TRUDY QUINTANA OF KYAN\u2019S KAUSE FOUNDATION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-056 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Juan Carlos and Trudy Quintana for receiving the President's Council Community Leadership Award of 2015.

H-10 ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, observe a moment of silence in remembrance of the employees and students of Miami-Dade County Public Schools who have passed away during the year, and accept the donations of highly-acclaimed books in Miami-Dade County Public School media centers with a bookplate signifying their collective memory.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 15, 2015 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING 2:00 P.M.
SBAB - Auditorium

PURPOSE: To discuss the Superintendent’s reorganization recommendation. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 An agenda will be available at 2:00 p.m., on June 11, 2015.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center, Room 158, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, by noon on Friday, June 12, 2015.\u00a0 For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center 305-995-1128.

Speakers Supplemental List

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].
 
2:00 P.M.   School Board Administration Building, Auditorium
CALL TO ORDER     
Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION
SP-1

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SUPERINTENDENT’S REALIGNMENT, RESTRUCTURING, REORGANIZATION, AND DEMAND-DRIVEN, STRATEGIC REDUCTION-IN-FORCE OF SELECT POSITIONS

  1. 1. APPROVE THE PROPOSED REORGANIZATION AND RESTRUCTURING OF SELECT DISTRICT OFFICES
  2. 2. APPROVE THE CLASSIFICATION AND/OR ESTABLISHMENT OF SELECT MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (MEP) AND DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS’ ASSOCIATION (DCSAA) POSITIONS
  3. 3. APPROVE THE DELETION OF SELECT MEP POSITIONS
  4. 4. APPROVE CHANGES TO THE TITLE, PAY GRADE, AND/OR MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR SELECT MEP AND DCSAA POSITIONS
  5. 5. APPOINT, ASSIGN, AND/OR RECLASSIFY MEP AND DCSAA PERSONNEL
  6. 6. APPROVE A STRATEGIC DOWNGRADE/REDUCTION-IN-FORCE BASED ON CURRENT MARKET DRIVERS FOR COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNITS AND EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATIONS
  7. 7. AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO IMPLEMENT A RE-ABSORPTION PLAN AND SEPARATION PLAN TO ALL IMPACTED EMPLOYEES
  8. 8. AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO PROVIDE APPROPRIATE TERMINAL\u00a0 PAY TO ALL IMPACTED EMPLOYEES, AND
9. AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO MAKE MINOR PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS TO EFFECTUATE THIS REORGANIZATION

RECOMMENDED:That effective June 16, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.\u00a0Approve the proposed reorganization and restructuring of select district offices;
2.\u00a0Approve the classification and/or establishment of select Managerial Exempt Personnel (MEP) and Dade County School Administrators’ Association (DCSAA) positions:

  1. a. Assistant Superintendent, Construction Management, Office of School Facilities, MEP, pay grade 25
  2. b. Administrative Director, Intergovernmental Affairs and Grants Administration, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs and Grants Administration, MEP, pay grade 24
  3. c. District Director, Budget Management, Office of Budget Management, MEP, pay grade 23
  4. d. District Director, Risk & Benefits, Office of Risk & Benefits Management, MEP, pay grade 23
  5. e. Executive Director, Internal Communications, Office of Communications, MEP, pay grade 22
  6. f. Director, Transportation Planning, School Facilities, MEP, pay grade 21
  7. g. District Supervisor, Financial Operations, MEP, pay grade 21
  8. h. District Supervisor, School Audits, MEP, pay grade 21
  9. i. District Supervisor, Talent Management, MEP, pay grade 21
  10. j. Supervisor, Budget Management, Office of Budget Management, MEP, pay grade 20
  11. k. Supervisor, IT Audits, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, MEP, pay grade 20
  12. l. Audit Specialist, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, MEP, pay grade 19
  13. m. Charter School Audit Coordinator, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, MEP, pay grade 19
  14. n. Coordinator, Student Services, MEP, pay grade 19
  15. o. District Coordinator, MEP, pay grade 19
  16. p. Staff Specialist, Procurement, Procurement Management Services, MEP, pay grade 18
  17. q. Student Funding Specialist, Office of Federal and State Compliance, MEP, pay grade 18
  18. r. District Analyst, MEP, pay grade 17
  19. s. Procurement Analyst, Procurement Management Services, MEP, pay grade 17
  20. t. Procurement Specialist, Procurement Management Services, DCSAA, pay grade 33

3.\u00a0Approve the deletion of the following MEP positions:
a.\u00a0Police Captain, MEP, pay grade S2
b.\u00a0Police Commander, MEP, pay grade S1
4.\u00a0Approve changes to the title, pay grade, and/or minimum qualifications for the following MEP and DCSAA positions:
a.\u00a0Chief of Police, School Police, MEP, pay grade 25
b.\u00a0Deputy Chief of Police, School Police, MEP, pay grade 24
c. District Director, Procurement Management Services, MEP, pay grade 23
d.\u00a0Police Major, School Police, MEP, pay grade S3
e.\u00a0Director, Procurement Management Services, MEP, pay grade 21
f.\u00a0Police Commander, School Police, MEP, pay grade 18 to pay grade S2
g. Audit Coordinator II, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, DCSAA, pay grade 41 to pay grade 42
h.\u00a0Senior Auditor, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, DCSAA, pay grade 40 to pay grade 41
i. Staff Auditor II, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, DCSAA, pay grade 39 to pay grade 40
5. Appoint, assign, and/or reclassify MEP and DCSAA personnel;
6. Approve a strategic downgrade/reduction-in-force based on current market drivers for collective bargaining units and employee organizations;
7. Authorize the Superintendent to implement a re-absorption plan and separation plan to all impacted employees;
8. Authorize the Superintendent to provide appropriate terminal pay to all impacted employees, and
9. Authorize the Superintendent to make personnel adjustments to effectuate this reorganization

SP-2AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXPLORE AND PURSUE MONETIZATION OPPORTUNITIES RELATED TO THE APPROXIMATE 10-ACRE PROPERTY ASSEMBLY, COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE SCHOOL BOARD ADMINISTRATION COMPLEX (SBAB);

  1. 2. ESTABLISH\u00a0 THE EXPERT 20-1500 BLUE RIBBON TASKFORCE (TASKFORCE) TO ADVISE THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF AN ACTION PLAN FOR THE LEASING, SALE AND/OR (RE)DEVELOPMENT OF THE SBAB;
  2. 3. BRING BACK A FOLLOW-UP ITEM TO THE BOARD WITH SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS FOR ACTION;
  2. 4. IMPLEMENT THE ACTION PLAN INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ISSUANCE OF REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS AND/OR INVITATIONS TO NEGOTIATE; AND

5. IF THE RECOMMENDATIONS ARE APPROVED, CONSTITUTE AN ENTITY TO STRATEGIZE AND OVERSEE THE LONG-TERM DISBURSEMENT OF REVENUES GENERATED BASED ON PRIORITIES ESTABLISHED BY THE BOARD

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. 1. explore and pursue monetization opportunities related to the approximate 10-acre property assembly, commonly referred to as the School Board Administration Complex (SBAB);

2. establish the expert 20-1500 Blue Ribbon Taskforce (Taskforce) to advise the development and implementation of an action plan for the leasing, sale and/or (re)development of the SBAB;

  1. 3. bring back a follow-up item to the Board with specific recommendations for action;

4. implement the action plan including but not limited to issuance of Request for Qualifications/Proposals and/or Invitations to Negotiate; and

  1. 5. if the recommendations are approved, constitute an entity to strategize and oversee the long-term disbursement of revenues generated based on priorities established by the Board.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

MAY 13, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 11, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 20TH ANNUAL H.O.P.E CONTEST WINNERS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-052 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 20th annual H.O.P.E. Contest winners.

H-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK MAY 16-22, 2015 (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-049 of The School Board of Miami- Dade County, Florida, recognizing National Safe Boating Week May 16-22, 2015.

H-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-044 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING READ CONMIGO AND BILINGUAL LITERACY MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-044 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Read Conmigo and Bilingual Literacy Month.

H-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAY 2015 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND AUTHORIZING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS TO FOSTER RELATED ACTIVITIES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-043 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing May 2015 as Haitian Heritage Month and authorizing administrative actions to foster related activities.

H-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HAMMOCKS MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER MS. SUSAN RYAN (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-050 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hammocks Middle School teacher Ms. Susan Ryan.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH WRESTLING TEAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-045 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the South Dade Senior High Wrestling Team.

H-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE STUDENT WINNERS OF THE YOUTH CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE POSTER AND ESSAY CONTEST

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-046 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the student winners of the Youth Crime Watch of Miami-Dade Poster and Essay Contest.

H-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-047 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE ASSOCIATION OF CUBAN HOME ECONOMICS TEACHERS IN EXILE

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-047 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Association of Cuban Home Economics Teachers in Exile.

H-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JUSTINE PADR\u00d3N OF JOS\u00c9 MART\u00cd MAST 6-12 ACADEMY AS THE WINNER OF ZOO MIAMI\u2019S & LOCAL10\u2019S ECO-HERO CONTEST

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-051 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Justine Padr\u00f3n of Jos\u00e9 Mart\u00ed Mast 6-12 Academy as the winner of Zoo Miami\u2019s & Local10\u2019s Eco-Hero Contest.

H-15 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 2015 AS WATER SAFETY MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse May 2015 as Water Safety Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-18 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-053 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SYBRINA FULTON (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-053 of The School Board of Miami\u00adDade County, Florida, recognizing Sybrina Fulton.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

  • Social Media Awareness Contest

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL PRESENTATION:

  • Employee Recognition for Years of Service

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Morningside K-8 Academy Chorus

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • April 6, 9, and 14, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • April 15, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • Human Trafficking Public Service Announcement Poster Contest with State Attorney\u2019s Office Katherine Fernandez Rundle
  • Wells Fargo Check Presentation
  • Pathways for Biliteracy
  • 20-1500

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-100 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: INITIAL READING: POLICY 2460, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policy 2460, Exceptional Student Education, by repealing the document, Exceptional Student Education Policies and Procedures (SP&P) Effective Dates: 2013-2014 through 2015-2016, and promulgating the document Exceptional Student Education Policies and Procedures (SP&P) Effective Dates: 2014-2015 through 2016-2017, which is incorporated by reference and a part of this policy.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM MARCH 20, 2015 \u2013 APRIL 16, 2015

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM MARCH 31, 2015 THROUGH APRIL 27, 2015

3. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATIONS - DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 34

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve the Personnel Action Listing 1071 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from March 20, 2015\u2013April 16, 2015.

2. Approve Instructional Personnel Assigned to Teach Out-of-Field from March 31, 2015 through April 27, 2015.

3. Accept resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 34, as of the dates indicated.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2014-2015 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations as set forth above for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective May 14, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item.

D-23 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A CONTINUATION OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) MASTER PLAN FOR INSERVICE EDUCATION 2015-2016 TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR APPROVAL AND REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO UPDATE THE DISTRICT MASTER PLAN FOR IN-SERVICE EDUCATION 2014-2019 BY ADDING THREE NEW COMPONENTS.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to update the Master Plan for In-service Education 2014-2019 and submit a continuation of the Master Plan for In-service Education to the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) for approval, as required annually in accordance with State Board Rule 6A-5.071 (FAC).

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

8 WORKDAYS
LOIS LAX - TEACHER
RUTH K. BROAD/BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER

3 WORKDAYS
ANDRE C. MCNEAL - TEACHER
MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL

17 WORKDAYS
MARIA R. CATALANO-TEACHER
HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL

17 WORKDAYS
MAXIMINA N. GARCIA - TEACHER
HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL

15 WORKDAYS
PATRICIA A. RYAN -TEACHER
SOUTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
EFRAIN R. OLIVERO - TEACHER
G.W. CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL

3 CALENDAR DAYS
ATHEN 8. BUNYAN-CUSTODIAN
BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

5 CALENDAR DAYS
TERRELL HART - LEAD CUSTODIAN
BROWNSVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 WORKDAYS
RICHTER FLAMBERT - TEACHER
NORTH DADE MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: 1) That the School Board approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Ms. Lois Lax, Teacher, Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center, suspension without pay for eight (8) workdays, effective May 14, 2015.
B) Mr. Andre C. McNeal, Teacher, Madison Middle School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective May 14, 2015.
C) Ms. Maria R. Catalano, Teacher, Hialeah Middle School, suspension without pay for seventeen ( 17) workdays, effective May 14, 2015.
D) Ms. Maximina N. Garcia, Teacher, Hialeah Middle School, suspension without pay for seventeen ( 17) workdays, effective May 14, 2015.
E) Ms. Patricia A. Ryan, Teacher, South Hialeah Elementary School, suspension without pay for fifteen ( 15) workdays, effective May 14, 2015.
F) Mr. Efrain R. Olivero, Teacher, G.W. Carver Middle School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective May 14, 2015.
G) Mr. Athen B. Bunyan, Custodian, Brownsville Middle School, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective May 14, 2015.
H) Mr. Terrell Hart, Lead Custodian, Brownsville Middle School, suspension without pay for five (5) calendar days, effective May 14, 2015.

2) That the School Board approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:
A) Mr. Richter Flambert, Teacher, North Dade Middle School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective May 14, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT, SEVEN CHARTER SCHOOL RENEWALS AND SEVEN AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve one (1) new charter contract with True North Classical Academy, Inc., on behalf of True North Classical Academy, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 20, 2020.

2. Approve seven (7) charter school contract renewals with:

a. Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., on behalf of Academy of International Education Charter School, for a 10-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2025;

b. Advantage Academy of Miami, Inc., on behalf of Advantage Academy Santa Fe, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2020;

c. Archimedean Academy, Inc., on behalf of Archimedean Middle Conservatory, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2030;

d. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., on behalf of BridgePrep Academy South, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 10-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2025;

e. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., on behalf of BridgePrep Academy of Greater Miami, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020;

f. Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools, Inc., on behalf of Lincoln-Marti Charter School (International Campus), (i.) for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2020; and (ii.) increase the student enrollment as follows: (a) 2015-2016 SY: a maximum of 400 students; (b) 2016-2017 SY: a maximum of 500 students; (c) 2017-2018 SY: a maximum of 650 students; and (d) 2018-2020 SY: a maximum of 800 students;

g. Miami Community Charter School, Inc., on behalf of Miami Community Charter School, (i.) for a 2-year term; (ii.) to add Appendix V \u2013 Corrective Action Plan to the charter school; and (iii.) implement a Pilot Bilingual Program, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2017.

3. Approve seven (7) amended charter school contracts with:

a. Advantage Academy of Miami, Inc., on behalf of Advantage Academy of Math and Science at Summerville, to (i.) change the school's name from Advantage Academy of Math and Science at Summerville to Doral International Academy of Math and Science; (ii.) change the school\u2019s location to a permanent facility located at 6700 N.W. 104th Avenue, Doral, Florida 33178; Folio No. 35-3017-001-0265, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year; and (iii.) decrease enrollment from 998 students to a maximum of 900 students, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020;

b. Archimedean Academy, Inc., on behalf of Archimedean Upper Conservatory, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to increase enrollment from 320 students to a maximum of 336 students, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2018;

c. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., on behalf of BridgePrep Academy of Village Green, to increase enrollment from 600 students to a maximum of 828 students, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2016;

d. Miami Shores Village CSI Authority, on behalf of Doctor\u2019s Charter of Miami Shores, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to increase enrollment from 600 students to a maximum of 690 students, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020;

e. Excelsior Academies, Inc., on behalf of Excelsior Charter Academy, to change the school's location to a permanent facility located at 18200 N.W. 22nd Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida 33056; Folio No. 34-2110-002-0010, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2017;

f. The Miami Boarding School, Inc., d/b/a The SEED School of Miami, to (i.) add a temporary facility located at 111 N.W. 183rd Street, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169; Folio No. 34-2101-000-0110; and (ii.) modify Section 2A)4) of the charter school contract, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2021; and

g. Youth Co-Op, Inc., on behalf of Youth Co-Op Charter School, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to increase enrollment from 850 students to a maximum of 1,000 students, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2023.

4. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-66 2014-2015 SCHOOL YEAR DISMISSAL TIMES FOR THE LAST THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL, (JUNE 2, 3 AND 4, 2015); AND 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve dismissal times for the last three days of school (June 2, 3, and 4, 2015);
2. authorize the Superintendent to make any special adjustments necessary due to unique circumstances in particular schools; and
3. approves the opening and closing hours of schools for the 2015-2016 school year and accept the listed exceptions to those hours.

D-67 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENT TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-36 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2014-2015 school year, the 2015 summer session, and the 2015-2016 school year;

2. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion; and

3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

D-68 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

1. out-of-country field trip to Paris, Loire Valley, Saint Malo and Normandy, France, for the students at International Studies Preparatory Academy at Gables;

2. out-of-country field trip to Berlin, Germany, for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior High School;

3. out-of-country field trip to Athens, Patras, Argolida, Greece, for the students at Maritime and Science Technology High School; and

4. out-of-country field trip to Rome and Florence, Italy, for the students at W.R. Thomas Middle School.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending March 2015.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY REPORTS FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 2,158 items with a depreciated cost of $742,515 and Recoveries containing 13 items with a depreciated cost of $4,784 to update the records for January, February and March 2015.

E-3 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to remove from the accounting records the outstanding accounts receivable balances totaling $103,858.42 owed by 46 former employees.

E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2014-15 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 General Fund Spring Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by $1,380,552; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the agenda item).

E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2014‑15 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $10,242,705 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 6 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review.

E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 Special Revenue - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $8,640,967 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 RACE TO THE TOP (RTTT) FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 Special Revenue Funds \u2013 RTTT Funds Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $666,667; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2014-15 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

3. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 Internal Service (Health Insurance) Fund Spring Budget Review, decreasing revenues, net position and expenses by $7,944,329; and

4. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 OTHER ARRA STIMULUS GRANTS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2014-15 Special Revenue Funds \u2013 Other ARRA Stimulus Grants Spring Budget Review, shifting budget out of Purchased Services and Other Expenses to Salary and Fringes.

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-25 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 15-048 PROVIDING FOR ISSUANCE OF UP TO $310 MILLION TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 15-048 providing for issuance of up to $310 million of Tax Anticipation Notes, Series 2015.

E-26 APPROVE RESOLUTION 15-049 AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF UP TO $200,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS SERIES 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 15-049 authorizing issuance of up to $200,000,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2015.

E-66 PROPERTY INSURANCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. confirm placement of its excess, all risk, replacement cost property insurance program, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2015 to May 1, 2016 consisting of total insurance limits of $300,000,000, per occurrence with the following insurers and annual premiums, inclusive of all state-required fees and assessments:

Carrier                                                Premium incl. Fees/Taxes

Allied World Assurance Co / (Amwins)                      $ 252,183.80
Alterra Excess & Surplus Ins. Co / (RPS)                   $ 273,045.40
Arch Specialty Ins. Company / (Amwins)                   $ 345,856.30
Ascot Syndicate (Lloyd\u2019s)(AJGUK)                            $ 436,603.80
Aspen Specialty Insurance Company (RPS)                $ 113,429.00
Axis Surplus Insurance Company / (AJGUK)               $ 619,260.30
Axis Surplus Insurance Company/(RPS)                     $ 336,243.10
Brit Syndicate (Lloyd\u2019s)/(RPS)                                 $ 173,623.00
Chubb Custom Insurance Company                          $ 183,167.50
Colony Insurance Company / (Amwins)                     $ 391,598.00
General Security Indemnity Company of AZ              $ 183,167.50
Great Lakes Reinsurance / (AJGUK)                         $ 477,063.30
Ironshore Specialty Insurance Co. / (RPS)               $1,172,301.80
Landmark American Ins. Company / (RPS)                $1,453,211.20
Lexington Insurance Company / (AJGUK)                 $2,494,519.10
Liberty Surplus Ins. Co. / (RPS)                                $ 540,912.50
Hiscox Syndicate (Lloyds)/(Amwins)                          $ 172,930.10
Lloyds of London various syndicates/ (AJGUK)          $6,792,760.60
National Fire & Marine (Berkshire)                            $ 631,244.90
Scottsdale Surplus Lines Ins. / (RP$)                         $ 441,782.00
Starr Surplus Lines Insurance Co.                             $ 183,167.50
Westport Insurance Co. (Swiss Re)                          $4,337,764.16
Westchester Surplus Lines Ins. / (RPS)                      $ 503,162.70
Zurich Steadfast Ins. Co./(RPS)                                  $ 79,541.50
TOTAL                                                             $22,588,539.06

2. confirm purchase of terrorism coverage, including domestic and foreign (T-3 form), subject to an aggregate limit of $50,000,000 property damage, $10,000,000 bodily injury from Lloyd\u2019s of London, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2015 to May 1, 2016, with an annual premium of $97,500;

3. authorize renewal of flood insurance coverage with National Flood Insurance Program, (NFIP), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for all properties required by the Federal Government to be covered with estimated premiums not to exceed $2.5 million for coverages effective for the 12-month period of May 1, 2015 to May 1, 2016

4. authorize consulting expenses to be paid to Siver Insurance Consultants to assist in policy review and issuance, preparation of the annual consultant\u2019s report to The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, NA, and other required technical services with such fees to be paid at $150/hour, in an amount not to exceed $75,000 for the policy year with funding for such expenses to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund;

5. authorize renewal of the adjusting services performed by Cunningham Lindsey for property adjusting services to be used on an as-needed basis when a loss would result in a liability to the District\u2019s self-insured property program, with adjusting expenses to be as follows with expenses to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund:

Hourly Rate

Adjuster

$92.00

Branch General Adjuster

$114.00

Regional General Adjuster

$133.00

Prot\u00e9g\u00e9 Adjuster

$160.00

National General Adjuster

$185.00

Executive General Adjuster

$221.00

Senior Executive General Adjuster

$245.00

6. authorize the use of any of the Special Projects Consultants (SPC) firms under contract to the District, with associated fees, to access firms to produce sealed elevation certificates, pursuant to NFIP guidelines, subject to these firms\u2019 current contracts with the District with expenditures for these services not to exceed $50,000 to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund; and

7. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to seek a letter of reasonableness of its current property insurance program from the State of Florida, Department of Insurance Regulation, or designee, pursuant to the requirements of Section 406 of the Federal Stafford Act.

E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) # 14-053-ND, DISTRICT MEDICARE ADVANTAGE RETIREE HEALTHCARE BENEFIT PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to issue a Request For Proposals (RFP) #14-053-ND, District Medicare Advantage Retiree Healthcare Benefit Program; and

2. approve the composition of Ad-Hoc Committee.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR THREE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for three programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Digital Learning Support grant, in the approximate amount of $1,495,181, for the grant period of March 20, 2015, through June 30, 2015;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Public Charter School Program 2013-16 -- iMater Academy Middle School, in the approximate amount of $255,000, for the grant period of April 1, 2013, through March 31, 2015; and

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Public Charter School Program 2013-16 -- iMater Academy High School, in the approximate amount of $255,000, for the grant period of April 1, 2013, through March 31, 2015;

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (revised)

1) EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES (\u201cCITY\u201d), FOR INTERIM USE OF A PORTION OF THE CENTRAL EAST TRANSPORTATION CENTER, LOCATED AT 7011 S.W. 4 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA (\u201cSITE\u201d), FOR THE STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE OF CITY TROLLEYS;

2) ACCEPT A ONE-TIME CONTRIBUTION FROM THE CITY OF $200,000, AS CONSIDERATION FOR INTERIM USE OF THE SITE BY THE CITY, TO BE USED TO FUND THE REPLACEMENT OF THE SEATING IN THE CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AND RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING, OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a lease agreement with the City of Coral Gables (\u201cCity\u201d), for interim use of a portion of the Central East Transportation Center, located at 7011 S.W. 4 Street, Miami, Florida (\u201cSite\u201d), for the storage and maintenance of City trolleys, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above;

2) accept a one-time contribution from the City of $200,000, as consideration for interim use of the Site by the City, to be used to fund the replacement of the seating in the Coral Gables Senior High School auditorium; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including placing the City in default, and renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Agreement.

F-2 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION (\u201cMDFEI\u201d), FOR THE OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL AT 1080 LA BARON DRIVE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA; AND

2. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING PLACING MDFEI IN DEFAULT, AND RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute an amendment to the agreement between the School Board and Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation (\u201cMDFEI\u201d), for the operation of a District-managed Charter School at 1080 La Baron Drive, Miami Springs, to extend the term for the period of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2025, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including placing MDFEI in default, and renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Agreement.

F-3 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH CONSTRUCTION OF THE DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 8390 NW 53 STREET, DORAL, FLORIDA

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement with Florida Power and Light Company for electrical service requirements associated with the construction of the Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, as described in the agenda item.

F-21 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $4,790,862;

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-24 AWARD TO MAC CONSTRUCTION
JOB ORDER CONTRACT/15 Open Market
CONTRACT # JOC15O-A1

AWARD TO GEC ASSOCIATES
JOB ORDER CONTRACT/15 Open Market
CONTRACT # JOC15O-A2

RECOMMENDED: That The School board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award for Facilities Operations, Maintenance on the basis of the weighted factor to the low bidders as follows:

Contract/Project No. JOC15O-A1 on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.8450 to the low bidder:

M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC.
9500 NW 12 STREET, BAY 2
DORAL, FLORIDA 33172

Contract/Project No. JOC 15O-A2 on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.8459 to the low bidder:

GEC ASSOCIATES, INC.
9487 N.W. 12 STREET
DORAL, FLORIDA 33172

F-34 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve Change Order No. 1 onProject No. 01224800, a new charter elementary school in Downtown Doral, for an additional cost of $133,974.00.

F-61 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-022-SLY \u2013 PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION (RETROFIT) OF LED TROFFERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-022-SLY \u2013 PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION (RETROFIT) OF LED TROFFERS, to establish contracts, at firm unit prices, for (a) the purchase of LED Troffers, to be provided by M-DCPS, and (b) the installation (retrofit) of LED Troffers, to be provided by the awardees, which will include supervision and provision of all labor, miscellaneous supplies and materials necessary for the installation, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PURCHASE OF LED TROFFERS

PRIMARY

1. LED ARE US, LLC SBE/MBE (NM-Non_Minority)
9840 N.W. 77 AVENUE
HIALEAH GARDENS, FL 33016
OWNER: JAMES KNIPS, PRESIDENT

Transaction Price is as follows:
(a) CREE CR22-32L-40K-S@ $159.90 per unit.
(b) CREE CR24-40L-40K-S@ $186.90 per unit.
(c) CREE ZR22-32L-40K-10V@ $97.90 per unit.
(d) CREE CR24-40L-40K-10V@ $112.90 per unit.

ALTERNATE

2. RK ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS, INC. SBE/MBE (Hispanic)
7750 W. 24 AVENUE, #26
HIALEAH, FL 33016
OWNER: RAFAEL SANCHEZ, PRESIDENT

Transaction Price is as follows:
(a) CREE CR22-32L-40K-S@ $164 per unit.
(b) CREE CR24-40L-40K-S@ $192 per unit.
(c) CREE ZR22-32L-40K-10V@$98 per unit.
(d) CREE CR24-40L-40K-10V@ $113 per unit.

INSTALLATION OF LED TROFFERS

PRIMARY

3. METRO CONTRACTORS, INC. SBE (Hispanic)
7854 N.W. 165 STREET
MIAMI LAKES, FL 33016
OWNER: AMAT FERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT

Transaction Price of Installation is as follows:
Installation price @ $38.33 per unit.

ALTERNATE

4. J. P. MORAN, INC. SBE/MBE (White-Female or Non-Minority Female)
13288 S.W. 120 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER: SUSAN C. MORAN, PRESIDENT

Installation price @ $39.85 per unit.

5. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,555,458 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,333,250 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS: MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. MARGARETTE PIERRE-LOUIS, DOAH Case No. 15-0976; MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JOSEPH CHIU, DOAH Case No. 15-1531; MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. MARIA G. ALONSO, DOAH Case No. 15-1769TTS

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the following cases:

a) Miami-Dade County School Board, Florida v. Margarette Pierre-Louis, DOAH Case No. 15-0976, rescinding Respondent\u2019s thirty (30) day suspension and awarding her back pay for the time of her suspension;

b) Miami-Dade County School Board, Florida v. Joseph Chiu, DOAH Case No. 15-1531, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension already served and reinstating him to his position as an ERP Analyst with the School Board, under the conditions specified in the settlement agreement; and

c) Miami-Dade County School Board, Florida v. Maria G. Alonso, DOAH Case No. 15-1769TTS, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of her suspension already served and reinstating her to her position as a school teacher with the School Board, under the conditions specified in the settlement agreement.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 20TH ANNUAL H.O.P.E CONTEST WINNERS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-052 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 20th annual H.O.P.E. Contest winners.

H-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK MAY 16-22, 2015 (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-049 of The School Board of Miami- Dade County, Florida, recognizing National Safe Boating Week May 16-22, 2015.

H-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-044 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING READ CONMIGO AND BILINGUAL LITERACY MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-044 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Read Conmigo and Bilingual Literacy Month.

H-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAY 2015 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND AUTHORIZING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS TO FOSTER RELATED ACTIVITIES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-043 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing May 2015 as Haitian Heritage Month and authorizing administrative actions to foster related activities.

H-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HAMMOCKS MIDDLE SCHOOL TEACHER MS. SUSAN RYAN (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-050 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hammocks Middle School teacher Ms. Susan Ryan.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH WRESTLING TEAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-045 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the South Dade Senior High Wrestling Team.

H-9 BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE \u201cCLICK IT OR TICKET\u201d NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT SAFETY CAMPAIGN, MAY 18 THROUGH MAY 31, 2015

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s \u201cClick It or Ticket\u201d National Seat Belt Enforcement Safety Campaign, May 18 through May 31, 2015, and encourage a year-round habit for students, parents and District employees to always buckle up when in a vehicle.

H-10 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING MAY 2015 AS VISION HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of May 2015 as Vision Health Awareness Month.

H-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE STUDENT WINNERS OF THE YOUTH CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE POSTER AND ESSAY CONTEST

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-046 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the student winners of the Youth Crime Watch of Miami-Dade Poster and Essay Contest.

H-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-047 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE ASSOCIATION OF CUBAN HOME ECONOMICS TEACHERS IN EXILE

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-047 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Association of Cuban Home Economics Teachers in Exile.

H-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JUSTINE PADR\u00d3N OF JOS\u00c9 MART\u00cd MAST 6-12 ACADEMY AS THE WINNER OF ZOO MIAMI\u2019S & LOCAL10\u2019S ECO-HERO CONTEST

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-051 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Justine Padr\u00f3n of Jos\u00e9 Mart\u00ed Mast 6-12 Academy as the winner of Zoo Miami\u2019s & Local10\u2019s Eco-Hero Contest.

H-14 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE ALTERNATIVE WAYS TO INCREASE COST-SAVINGS AND GREATER EFFICIENCIES IN THE DELIVERY METHOD OF SAVINGS REGARDING HEALTHCARE FOR ALL THE DISTRICT\u2019S NON-FULL TIME EMPLOYEES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore alternative ways to increase cost-savings and greater efficiencies in the delivery methods of savings regarding healthcare for all the District\u2019s non-full-time employees.

H-15 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 2015 AS WATER SAFETY MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse May 2015 as Water Safety Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-16 COMPUTER LITERACY SKILLS FOR RETIRED EMPLOYEES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, explore ways to provide computer literacy skills to retired employees and report back to the Board by the July 15, 2015 School Board Meeting.

H-17 PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT BOARD MEETINGS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, consider providing a statement to the public during the commencement of the Board\u2019s public hearing that would adequately inform the public of what is not considered protected speech, the Board\u2019s decorum policies, and provide an admonition against violation of these policies.

H-18 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-053 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SYBRINA FULTON (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-053 of The School Board of Miami\u00adDade County, Florida, recognizing Sybrina Fulton.

H-19 FOR THE DISTRICT TO EXPLORE WAYS TO PROMOTE SUMMER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEACHERS AS PART OF THE DISTRICT\u2019S DIGITAL CONVERGENCE PLAN

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore ways to promote summer professional development opportunities for teachers as part of the District\u2019s Digital Convergence Plan.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison, and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

APRIL 15, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 13, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CORAL GABLES MUSEUM (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-033 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Coral Gables Museum.

H-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAY 5, 2015 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-030 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing May 5, 2015 as National Teacher Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2015 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SAFETY CAMPAIGN CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2015 Senior High School Safety Campaign Contest.

H-8 Request approval of resolution no. 15-031 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida, RECOGNIZING BILLY JOEL FOR HIS OUTSTANDING WORK THROUGH THE AVENTURA MARKETING COUNCIL\u2019S ANCHORS AWAY FOUNDATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised 5)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-031 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Billy Joel for his outstanding work through the Aventura Marketing Council\u2019s Anchors Away Foundation in partnership with Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-035 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING VASUNDARA GOVINDARAJAN (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-035 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Ms. Vasundara Govindarajan of Archimedean Academy.

H-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING APRIL AS WATER SAFETY MONTH (withdrawn)

H-11 Request approval of resolution no. 15-032 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida, recognizing academic scholarship signing day in miami-dade county public schools

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-032 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing April 14, 2015 as Academic Scholarship Signing Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-12 Request approval of resolution no. 15-034 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida, recognizing the miami norland senior high school basketball team for winning the fhsaa Boys class 6a VARSITY STATE championship

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-034 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami Norland Senior High School boys\u2019 basketball team for winning the FHSAA Class 6A state championship.

H-13 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-XXX OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK MAY 16-22, 2015 (withdrawn)

H-14 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-036 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. AILEEN M. MARTY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-036 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Aileen M. Marty.

H-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-038 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COUNCILWOMAN, MARIE ERLANDE STERIL (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-038 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Councilwoman, Marie Erlande Steril.

H-17 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-039 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KAREN A. TYNES (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-039 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Karen A. Tynes.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

  • Social Media Awareness Campaign
  • AdvancED SACS CASI Accreditation Anniversary Recognition

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

  • Special Presentation

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • West Hialeah Gardens ElementarySchool Music Student

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • March 18, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • Partnership with the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health/Centers for Disease Control (NIOSH/CDC)
  • Legislative Update

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM FEBRUARY 13, 2015 - MARCH 19, 2015

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM FEBRUARY 14, 2015 THROUGH MARCH 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. The Personnel Action Listing 1070 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from February 13, 2015 \u2013 March 19, 2015.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from February 14, 2015 through March 30, 2015.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2014-2015 (revised)

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations as set forth above for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective April 16, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-22 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE 2015 GLAZER AND LORTON WRITING INSTITUTE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $75,000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into a contractual agreement with the University of Miami for the delivery of the 2015 Glazer and Lorton Writing Institute in an amount not to exceed $75,000.

D-23 RATIFICATION 2014-2015 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT MIAMICOUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND FLORIDA ST ATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2014-2015 Tentative Agreement reopener contract with FOP effective July 1, 2014 through June 30, 2015.

D-45 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: INITIAL READING 5120, ASSIGNMENT WITHIN DISTRICT (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5120, Assignment Within District.

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

10 WORKDAYS
GREG A. COX - PARAPROFESSIONAL II
IRVING AND BEATRICE PESKOE K-8 CENTER

8 CALENDAR DAYS
LORETTA JACKSON - PART-TIME FOOD SERVICE WORKER I
WILLIAM H. TURNER TECHNICAL ARTS HIGH SCHOOL

3 WORKDAYS
JONATHAN HYPPOLITE - TEACHER
CITRUS GROVE MIDDLE SCHOOL

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS
RAMON R. WAITE - SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
JACK SCHEE TRANSPORTATION CENTER

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
ANTERSHELE D. HIGGS - PART-TIME FOOD SERVICE WORKER I
LORAH PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
BERNARD HOPE - CUSTODIAN
ROBERT MORGAN EDUCATIONAL CENTER AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE

RECOMMENDED: 1) That the School Board approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Mr. Greg A Cox, Paraprofessional II, Irving and Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective April 16, 2015.
B) Ms. Loretta Jackson, Part-Time Food Service Worker I, William H. Turner Technical Arts High School, suspension without pay for eight (8) calendar days, effective April 16, 2015.
C) Mr. Jonathan Hyppolite, Teacher, Citrus Grove Middle School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective April 16, 2015.

2) That the School Board approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A) Mr. Ramon R. Waite, School Bus Driver, Jack Schee Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective April 16, 2015.
B) Ms. Antershele D. Higgs, Part-Time Food Service Worker I, Lorah Park Elementary School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective April 16, 2015.
C) Mr. Bernard Hope, Custodian, Robert Morgan Educational Center and Technical College, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective April 16, 2015.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending February 2015.

E-25 APPROVAL OF (A) RESOLUTION 15-026 AUTHORIZING THE REFUNDING ON AN ADVANCE BASIS OF UP TO $500 MILLION CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION IN ONE OR MORE SERIES AT ONE OR MORE TIMES TO REFUND ALL OR A PORTION OF SERIES 2008B CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION; (B) RESOLUTION 15-027 AUTHORIZING THE REFUNDING ON AN ADVANCE BASIS OF UP TO $265 MILLION CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION IN ONE OR MORE SERIES AT ONE OR MORE TIMES TO REFUND SERIES 2009A CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATIO

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve (a) Resolution 15-026 authorizing the issuance in one or more series at one or more times of up to $500,000,000 refunding Certificates of Participation to refund on an advance basis all or a portion of Series 2008B COPs and (b) Resolution 15-027 authorizing the issuance in one or more series at one or more times of up to $265,000,000 refunding Certificates of Participation to refund on an advance basis all or a portion of Series 2009A COPs.

E-26 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 15-028 AMENDING RESOLUTION 15-010 TO PROVIDE FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $135,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF SERIES 2016 CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION TO REFUND SERIES 2011B CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION, AND SERIES 2012A CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION, WITHOUT A MINIMUM TOTAL SAVINGS CONDITION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 15-028 amending Resolution 15-010 authorizing the issuance of up to $135,000,000 aggregate principal amount of refunding COPs to refund on a forward basis $70,000,000 Series 2011B COPs, and $58,780,000 Series 2012A COPs, respectively, without a required total savings condition.

E-27 APPROVE RESOLUTION 15-029 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF AN ADDITIONAL SCHEDULE TO THE MASTER LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH BANC OF AMERICA PUBLIC CAPITAL CORP, OF UP TO $5,000,000 FOR THE PURCHASE OF VEHICLES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 15-029 authorizing the execution and delivery of an additional schedule to the Master Lease Agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp. of up to $5,000,000 for the purchase of vehicles.

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) # 14-028-ND, TRANSPARENCY TOOLS FOR M-DCPS HEALTHCARE PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to issue a Request For Proposals (RFP) #14-028 ND, Transparency Tools For M-DCPS Healthcare Plan; and

2. approve the composition of Ad-Hoc Committee.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD AND A DONATION FOR TWO PROGRAMS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept a grant award and a donation from:

a. Florida Department of Transportation for funding under the Transportation Alternatives Cycle (TAP) grant in the approximate amount of $639,958, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2018; and

b. Friends of Public Education for funding for North Beach Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $62,296, for the period of August 14, 2014, through June 5, 2015.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements:

a. University of Miami, in the approximate amount of $600,000, to support the Transportation Alternatives Cycle (TAP) grant;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

NOTICE

MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (the \u201cFoundation\u201d) will be held on Wednesday, April 15, 2015 immediately following the \u201cE\u201d items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

A. Call to Order

B. Close Agenda

C. Purpose of Meeting

1) Consideration of Resolution 15-026 with respect to the issuance of Certificates of Participation, Series 2015 in a principal amount not to exceed $500,000,000, authorizing execution of Amended and Restated Schedules 2008B-1, and 2008B-2, to the Master Lease Purchase Agreement and related documents in connection with the advance refunding of all or a portion of Series 2008B Certificates of Participation.

2) Consideration of Resolution 15-027 with respect to the issuance of Certificates of Participation, Series 2015 in a principal amount not to exceed $265,000,000, authorizing execution of Amended and Restated Schedules 2009A-1, and 2009A-2 to the Master Lease Purchase Agreement and related documents in connection with the advance refunding of all or a portion of Series 2009A Certificates of Participation.

3) Consideration of Resolution 15-028 amending Resolution 15-010 to provide for the issuance of up to $135,000,000 aggregate principal amount of Series 2016 Certificates of Participation to refund Series 2011B Certificates of Participation, and Series 2012A Certificates of Participation, without a minimum total savings condition.

D. Other Business and Adjournment

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE:

1. PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS BY AND AMONG THE SCHOOL BOARD, CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH AND TWO DEVELOPERS IN CONNECTION WITH TWO PROPOSED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENTS, AS PROVIDED UNDER THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND

2. ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF EACH AGREEMENT

F-2 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (withdrawn)

1. FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, FOR THE OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL AT 1080 LA BARON DRIVE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA; AND

2. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the agreement between Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation for the operation of a District-managed charter school at 1080 La Baron Drive, Miami Springs, to extend the term for the period of July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2025, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

2. grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Agreement.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1) public school concurrency proportionate share mitigation development agreements by and among the School Board, City of Sunny Isles Beach and two developers in connection with two proposed residential developments, as provided under the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

2) any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of each Agreement.

F-3 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (revised)

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH TEACH FOR AMERICA, INC., FOR USE OF SPACE AT THE JOSE DE DIEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 3100 N.W. 5 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute a lease agreement with Teach for America, Inc., for use of space at the Jose De Diego Middle School campus, located at 3100 N.W. 5 Avenue, Miami, Florida, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

2. grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement, including renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the lease agreement.

F-4 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (withdrawn)

1. FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A NEW LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI (\u201cCITY\u201d), FOR USE OF SPACE BY THE CITY AT LINDSEY HOPKINS TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LOCATED AT 750 N.W. 20 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, TO OPERATE A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER; AND

2. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute a new lease agreement with the City of Miami (\u201cCity\u201d), for use of space by the City at Lindsey Hopkins Technical College, located at 750 N.W. 20 Street, Miami, Florida, to operate a Workforce Development Center, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item

2. grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement, including renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the lease agreement.

F-5 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A NEW LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOLS, INC. (\u201cSFACS\u201d), FOR THE OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL ON A PORTION OF THE COUNTRY CLUB MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 18305 N.W. 75 PLACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA; AND

2. FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND SFACS, FOR THE OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL AT 13835 N.W. 97 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA; AND

3. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER BOTH LEASE AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute a new lease agreement with South Florida Autism Charter Schools, Inc. (\u201cSFACS\u201d), for the operation of a District-managed charter school on a portion of the Country Club Middle School campus, located at 18305 N.W. 75 Place, Miami, Florida, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above; and

2. finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the existing lease agreement between the School Board and SFACS, for the operation of a District-managed charter school at 13835 N.W. 97 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

3. grant or deny all approvals required under both lease agreements referenced above, including renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the lease agreements.

F-6 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXPLORE WITH THE CITY OF DORAL (\u201cCITY\u201d) AND FLORDADE, LLC (\u201cDEVELOPER\u201d), ITS SUCCESSORS OR ASSIGNS, A PARTNERSHIP THROUGH WHICH THE SCHOOL BOARD WOULD BUILD AND SUBSEQUENTLY OWN AND OPERATE A K-8 FACILITY ON AN APPROXIMATE 4-ACRE SITE (\u201cSCHOOL SITE\u201d) LOCATED WITHIN THE GRAND BAY SOUTH DEVELOPMENT, UNDER AN AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND DEVELOPER;

2. EXPLORE WITH DEVELOPER A POSSIBLE PROPERTY TRADE, THROUGH WHICH THE SCHOOL SITE WOULD BE EXCHANGED FOR PROPERTY OWNED BY THE BOARD WITH ADDITIONAL CASH TO THE BOARD, ALL PURSUANT TO THE GOVERNING BOARD POLICY; AND

3. BRING BACK TO THE BOARD A FOLLOW-UP ITEM FOR FINAL ACTION, SHOULD NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE CITY AND DEVELOPER BE FOUND TO BE IN THE BOARD\u2019S BEST INTERESTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. explore with the City of Doral (\u201cCity\u201d) and Flordade, LLC (\u201cDeveloper\u201d), its successors or assigns, a partnership through which the School Board would build and subsequently own and operate a K-8 facility on an approximate 4-acre site (\u201cschool site\u201d) located within the Grand Bay South development, under an Amended and Restated Master Development Agreement between the City and Developer;

2. explore with Developer a possible property trade, through which the school site would be exchanged for property owned by the Board with additional cash to the Board, all pursuant to the governing board policy; and

3. bring back to the Board a follow-up item for final action, should negotiations with the City and Developer be found to be in the Board\u2019s best interests

F-7 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (revised 2)

1. EXPLORE FUNDING PARTNERSHIPS WITH PUBLIC AND PRIVATE NOT-FOR-PROFIT ENTITIES FOR THE POSSIBLE REDEVELOPMENT OF THE HENRY S. WEST LABORATORY SCHOOL SITE LOCATED AT 5300 CARILLO STREET, CORAL GABLES, ITS POSSIBLE RECONFIGURATION, EXPANSION AND OTHER CAMPUS REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOCUSING ON FUTURE JOINT USE OF FACILITIES, INCLUDING ISSUANCE OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS, AS NEEDED; AND

2. BRING BACK TO THE BOARD A FOLLOW-UP ITEM WITH ALL PERTINENT DETAILS FOR FURTHER ACTION, SHOULD SUCH PARTNERSHIPS PROVE FEASIBLE AND IN THE BOARD\u2019S BEST INTERESTS

RECOMMENDED ACTION: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) explore funding partnerships with public and private not-for-profit entities for the possible redevelopment of the Henry S. West Laboratory School site located at 5300 Carillo Street, Coral Gables, its possible reconfiguration, expansion and other campus redevelopment opportunities focusing on future joint use of facilities, including the issuance of a Request for Proposals, as needed; and

2) bring back to the Board a follow-up item with all pertinent details for further action, should such partnerships prove feasible and in the Board\u2019s best interests.

F-8 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FURTHER EXPLORE COLLABORATIVE OPTIONS FOR SCHOOL CAPACITY AMPLIFICATION WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI AND THE BRICKELL DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY, AND REPORT BACK TO THE BOARD WITH SPECIFIC RECOMMENDATIONS (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to further explore collaborative options for school capacity amplification with the Ciity of Miami and the Brickell development community, and report back to the Board with specific recommendations.

F-9 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO (good cause)

1. EXPLORE THE SALE OR LONG TERM GROUND LEASE OF A PORTION OF THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (DASH) SITE LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, AND REDEVELOPMENT OF THE BALANCE WITH AN EXPANDED DASH FACILITY;

OBTAIN THE REQUISITE PROPERTY APPRAISALS AND ISSUE A REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS/PROPOSALS SEEKING TO:

a. MAXIMIZE THE VALUE OF THE SITE FOR A PARTIAL SALE AND/OR LONG-TERM GROUND LEASE.

b. MONETIZE THAT VALUE TO FUND THE SCHOOL'S EXPANSION AT THE SAME LOCATION,

c. CREATE ON SITE POST SECONDARY DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SCHOLASTIC OPPORTUNITIES FOR DASH STUDENTS THROUGH A PARTNERSHIP WITH A COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY

BRING BACK TO THE BOARD A FOLLOW-UP ITEM FOR FINAL CONSIDERATION SHOULD A PROPOSAL THAT MEETS OR EXCEEDS ESTABLISHED PARAMETERS BE SUBMITTED

RECOMMENDED: That \u00a0The \u00a0School \u00a0Board \u00a0of \u00a0Miami-Dade \u00a0County, \u00a0Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. 1. explore the sale or long term ground lease of a portion of the Design and Architecture Senior High School (DASH) site located at 4001 N.E 2 Avenue, Miami, and redevelopment of the balance with an expanded DASH facility;
  1. 2. obtain the requisite property appraisals and issue a Request for Qualifications/Proposals\u00a0seeking to:
    1. a. maximize the value of the site for a partial sale and/or long-term ground lease,
    1. b. monetize that value to fund the school's expansion at the same location,
    1. c. create on site post secondary design and architecture scholastic opportunities for DASH students through a partnership with a college or university
    2. 3. bring back to the Board a follow-up item for final consideration should a proposal that meets or exceeds established parameters be submitted.

F-23 AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE BRILL, RODRIGUEZ, SALAS & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS CIVIL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT WITH STEARNS, CONRAD AND SCHMIDT CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC., IN THE AGREEMENT WITH GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, LLP, AS ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the replacement of Brill, Rodriguez, Salas & Associates, Inc., as the Civil Engineering Sub-Consultant with Stearns, Conrad & Schmidt Consulting Engineers, Inc., in the Agreement with Gili-McGraw Architects, LLP, as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (A/EPC) for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2 Million each.

F-25 AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE JOHNSON, AVEDANO, LOPEZ, RODRIGUEZ & WALEWSKI ENGINEERING GROUP, INC., AS THE MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING ALTERNATE SUB-CONSULTANTS WITH TWR ENGINEERS, INC., IN THE AGREEMENT WITH SBLM ARCHITECTS, PC, AS ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the replacement of Johnson, Avedano, Lopez, Rodriguez & Walewski Engineering Group, Inc., as the Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Alternate Sub-Consultants, with TWR Engineers, Inc., in the Agreement with SBLM Architects, PC, as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (A/EPC) for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2 Million each.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST; 0167, VOTING; 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS; 5130, WITHDRAWAL FROM SCHOOL; 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS; 5200, ATTENDANCE; 5230, LATE ARRIVAL AND EARLY DISMISSAL; 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE; 5517.01, BULLYING AND HARASSMENT; 5772, WEAPONS; AND 8462, STUDENT ABUSE AND NEGLECT.

RECOMMEND That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended School Board Policies 0141.2, Conflict of Interest; 0167, Voting; 5112, Entrance Requirements; 5130, Withdrawal from School; 5131, Student Transfers; 5200, Attendance; 5230, Late Arrival and Early Dismissal; 5500, Student Conduct and Discipline; 5517.01, Bullying and Harassment; 5772, Weapons; and 8462, Student Abuse and Neglect, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 15, 2015.

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO VARIOUS SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES, REPEAL OF CERTAIN POLICIES AND PROMULGATION OF NEW POLICIES RELATED TO HUMAN CAPITAL, RISK MANAGEMENT, ACADEMICS, AND RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, PURSUANT TO SECTION 120.74, F.S. (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, pursuant to Chapter 120, F.S., authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend various policies, repeal certain policies, and promulgate new policies related to human capital, risk management, academics, and responsible use of technology, as set forth in this item.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 FINANCIAL LITERACY

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to review the tools and resources available by the office of Florida Chief Financial Officer Jeff Atwater, as well as other free programs; and report back to the Board on the best means by which to disseminate the information to teachers, parents and students and the feasibility of incorporating these materials in some aspect of our curriculum.

H-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CORAL GABLES MUSEUM (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-033 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Coral Gables Museum.

H-5 ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 113th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA - MAY 20, 2015

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Cuban-American community as it commemorates May 20, 2015 as the 113th anniversary of the Independence of Cuba from Spain.

H-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAY 5, 2015 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-030 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing May 5, 2015 as National Teacher Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2015 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SAFETY CAMPAIGN CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2015 Senior High School Safety Campaign Contest.

H-8 Request approval of resolution no. 15-031 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida, RECOGNIZING BILLY JOEL FOR HIS OUTSTANDING WORK THROUGH THE AVENTURA MARKETING COUNCIL\u2019S ANCHORS AWAY FOUNDATION IN PARTNERSHIP WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised 4)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-031 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Billy Joel for his outstanding work through the Aventura Marketing Council\u2019s Anchors Away Foundation in partnership with Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-035 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING VASUNDARA GOVINDARAJAN (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-035 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Ms. Vasundara Govindarajan of Archimedean Academy.

H-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING APRIL AS WATER SAFETY MONTH (withdrawn)

H-11 Request approval of resolution no. 15-032 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida, recognizing academic scholarship signing day in miami-dade county public schools

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-032 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing April 14, 2015 as Academic Scholarship Signing Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-12 Request approval of resolution no. 15-034 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida, recognizing the miami norland senior high school basketball team for winning the fhsaa Boys class 6a VARSITY STATE championship

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-034 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami Norland Senior High School boys\u2019 basketball team for winning the FHSAA Class 6A state championship.

H-13 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-XXX OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK MAY 16-22, 2015 (withdrawn)

H-14 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-036 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. AILEEN M. MARTY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-036 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Aileen M. Marty.

H-15 EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY AND COST ASSOCIATED WITH INCREASING FEMALE STUDENT PARTICIPATION IN S.T.E.M. (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS) RELATED ACTIVITIES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Conduct a study determining the feasibility and cost associated with increasing female student participation in
STEM related activities at the elementary school level with a focus on Engineering/Robotics and Coding/Programming; and

2. Report the results and recommendations of the study to the Board by the July 2015 Meeting.

H-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-038 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COUNCILWOMAN, MARIE ERLANDE STERIL (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-038 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Councilwoman, Marie Erlande Steril.

H-17 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-039 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KAREN A. TYNES (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-039 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Karen A. Tynes.

H-18 ENHANCED BUSINESS PRACTICES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The Miami-Dade County Public School Board direct the Superintendent to explore efficiency opportunities in the Web-based collection processes offered by ACELO, as well as other options, such as allowing students and families to utilize web-based payment options directly from point of sale, bonded vendors, who will assume credit card processing fees and liabilities, while still ensuring fiscal accountability and bring back a report to the board at its July School Board Meeting. Recommendations should specifically address the:

a. school secretary/treasurer (as applicable) roles, audit responsibilities, and work load in the ACELO Web-based collection system for student payment of services and products;

b. practices in use throughout the State by school districts who offer Web-based collections directly from bonded and approved vendors of popular school site services and products (e.g. school pictures, field trips, yearbooks, etc.) and explain the point of sale, bonded vendor\u2019s role, auditing responsibilities and accountability features as contracted throughout school districts in Florida, with an emphasis on those auditing and accountability features; and

c. district General Fund, and school-site projected credit card processing costs and liability exposure associated with utilizing the ACELO Web-based format versus district and/or school site projected credit card processing costs and liability exposure associated with direct point of sale purchases from bonded vendor\u2019s web site.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison, and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

MARCH 18, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-022 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE APRIL 12 THROUGH APRIL 19, 2015 INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, APRIL 16, 2015, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY\u2019S PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-022 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust to be April 12 through April 19, 2015 including the Day of Remembrance known as Yom Hashoah, April 16, 2015, to be observed in all of Miami-Dade County\u2019s public schools.

H-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING APRIL 2015 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-016 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming April 2015 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2014 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2014 WalkSafe Statewide Poster Contest.

H-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING LEADERSHIP MIAMI (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-018 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Leadership Miami.

H-11 Request approval of resolution NO. 15-019 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida recognizing the Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the year and rookie teacher of the year (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-019 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year.

H-12 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING IRA D. HALL FOR HIS SUPPORT OF INCREASING STUDENTS' KNOWLEDGE OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT "TEE" HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-020 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ira Hall for his support of
increasing students' knowledge of African-American history in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-13 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RADIO CARACOL FOR SPONSORING PREMIOS COPA DORADA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-021 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Radio Caracci for sponsoring Premios Copa Dorada.

H-15 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. ROSA JONES (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MlNDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-023 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Rosa Jones.

H-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. VALERIE RILES (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-024 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Valerie Riles.

H-17 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RUTH A. KARP

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-025 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ruth A. Karp for her contributions.

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Madie Ives Elementary School Music Students
  • South Miami K-8 Center Music Students

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • February 3 and 24, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • February 11, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised 2)

  • The Miami City Ballet
  • Magnet Schools of America (MSA) Awards Recognition
  • FY 2016 State Budget Scenario

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS: JANUARY 16, 2015 \u2013 FEBRUARY 12, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the instructional and non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations as included in Personnel Action Listing 1069.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2014-2015 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations as set forth above for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective March 19, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item.

D-22 CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, contractually employ Ms. Kenasha Paul, effective March 19, 2015, as Administrative Assistant to Board Member, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall; and Ms. Maloy Castro Morales, effective February 19, 2015 and Ms. Fanny Fiero, effective March 2, 2015 as Administrative Assistants to Board Member, Ms. Lubby Navarro.

D-23 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COLLABORATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND TEACH FOR AMERICA, INC. FOR THE TEACH FOR AMERICA PROGRAM FOR THE 2015-2016 SCHOOL YEAR WITH ANNUAL RENEWALS FOR THE 2016-2017 AND 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEARS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Extend the exception previously granted to Teach For America, Inc., for specific expertise in field, in accordance with School Board Policy 6320 and under the Board\u2019s authority to make further exceptions on a case-by-case basis;

2. Enter into a contractual agreement between Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Teach For America, Inc., for the 2015-2016 school year not to exceed $765,000;

3. Renew this contractual agreement annually for up to two additional years, at a cost not to exceed:

a. $680,000 for the 2016-2017 school year;

b. $680,000 for the 2017-2018 school year; and

4. Negotiate and present to the Board, for approval at a subsequent meeting, a lease agreement to provide District space to Teach For America, Inc., under mutually agreeable terms and conditions for the duration of the contract.

D-55 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (revised)

1)\u00a0\u00a0 RECOMMENDED\u00a0 ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION \u2013 SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY

30 WORKDAYS
MANIE B. HANNAH \u2013 TEACHER
HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL\u00a0

5 WORKDAYS
RINNA I. DICKSON \u2013 PARAPROFESSIONAL III
GULFSTREAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL \u00a0

7 WORKDAYS
SARAHYD RODRIGUEZ \u00a0\u2013 TEACHER
SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

20 WORKDAYS
KAREN D. WILLIAMS \u2013 TEACHER
RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL

30 CALENDAR DAYS
MICHAEL A. JOHNSON \u2013 CUSTODIAN
NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
RACHEL ST. FORT \u2013 TEACHER
PINECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

20 CALENDAR DAYS
JUAN M. ACEVEDO \u2013 MATERIAL DISTRIBUTION SPECIALIST
STORES AND MAIL DISTRIBUTION \u00a0

3 CALENDAR DAYS
TAVARIS C. JACKSON \u2013 CUSTODIAN
POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

7 CALENDAR DAYS
MARGARET O. LLOYD \u2013 LEAD CUSTODIAN
POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

30 CALENDAR DAYS
BALBINA F. QUISPE \u2013 LEAD CUSTODIAN
VIRGINIA A. BOONE/HIGHLAND OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2)\u00a0\u00a0 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL\u00a0

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS\u00a0
NICHOLAS N. FORBES \u2013 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
NORTHEAST TRANSPORTATION CENTER\u00a0

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS\u00a0
RAYNALD VALBRUN \u2013 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
NORTHEAST TRANSPORTATION CENTER\u00a0

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS
ARDEBREOYN D. JOHNSON \u2013 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
NORTH TRANSPORTATION CENTER\u00a0

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS
NINA M. COOPER \u2013 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
CENTRAL WEST TRANSPORTATION CENTER\u00a0

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS
MARCELLA E. PALMER-KEYS \u2013 BUS AIDE
JACK SCHEE TRANSPORTATION CENTER\u00a0

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
MARIA G. ALONSO \u2013 TEACHER
SHENANDOAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for:

1. agreed upon disciplinary action; and

2. disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding.

RECOMMENDED: 1) \u00a0 That the School Board approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

  1. A)\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Manie B. Hannah, Teacher, Hialeah Gardens Elementary School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective March 19, 2015.
  2. B)\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Rinna I. Dickson, Paraprofessional III, Gulfstream Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective March 19, 2015.
  3. C)\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Sarahyd Rodriguez, Teacher, Southwest Miami Senior High School, suspension without pay for seven (7) workdays, effective March 19, 2015.
  4. D)\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Karen D. Williams, Teacher, Richmond Heights Middle School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective March 31, 2015.
  5. E)\u00a0\u00a0 Mr. Michael A. Johnson, Custodian, North Miami Senior High School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  6. F)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Rachel St. Fort, Teacher, Pinecrest Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective March 23, 2015.
  7. G)\u00a0\u00a0 Mr. Juan M. Acevedo, Material Distribution Specialist, Stores and Mail Distribution, suspension without pay for twenty (20) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  8. H)\u00a0\u00a0 Mr. Tavaris C. Jackson, Custodian, Poinciana Park Elementary School, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  9. I)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Margaret O. Lloyd, Lead Custodian, Poinciana Park Elementary School, suspension without pay for seven (7) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  10. J)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Balbina F. Quispe, Lead Custodian, Virginia A. Boone/Highland Oaks Elementary School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.

2) \u00a0 That the School Board approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

  1. A)\u00a0\u00a0 Mr. Nicholas N. Forbes, School Bus Driver, Northeast Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  2. B)\u00a0\u00a0 Mr. Raynald Valbrun, School Bus Driver, Northeast Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  3. C)\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Ardebreoyn D. Johnson, School Bus Driver, North Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  4. D)\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Nina M. Cooper, School Bus Driver, Central West Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  5. E)\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Marcella E. Palmer-Keys, Bus Aide, Jack Schee Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective March 19, 2015.
  6. F)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Ms. Maria G. Alonso, Teacher, Shenandoah Elementary School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective March 19, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS AND TWO AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve three (3) new charter contracts with:

a. AcadeMir Charter Schools, Inc., on behalf of AcadeMir Preparatory Academy, for a term of five years, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020, and

b. Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc., on behalf of:

i. Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) High School \u2013 North Campus, (i.) for a term of five years; (ii.) to share a permanent facility located at 18300 N.W. 89th Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018; Folio Nos. 30-2009-001-0140 & 30-2009-001-0150, with Mater Academy West and Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Middle School \u2013 North Campus, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2021;

ii. Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Middle School \u2013 North Campus, (i.) for a term of five years; (ii.) to share a permanent facility located at 18300 N.W. 89th Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018; Folio Nos. 30-2009-001-0140 & 30-2009-001-0150, with Mater Academy West and Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) High School \u2013 North Campus commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2021.

2. Approve two (2) amended charter school contracts with:

a. Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, Inc., on behalf of Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, to increase enrollment from 360 students to a maximum of 378 students in its first year of operation of its charter school contract, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2020; and

b. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of Mater Virtual Academy Charter Middle/High, to change the administrative office address to conduct business at Mater Lakes Middle/High School, located at 17300 N.W. 87th Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33015, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2018.

3. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-66 PROPOSED RENAMING OF SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, ZELDA GLAZER MIDDLE SCHOOL, CUTLER BAY ACADEMY OF ADVANCED STUDIES - CUTLER RIDGE CAMPUS AND CUTLER BAY ACADEMY OF ADVANCED STUDIES \u2013 CENTENNIAL CAMPUS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, rename:

1. Skyway Elementary School to Dr. Frederica S. Wilson/Skyway Elementary School.

2. Zelda Glazer Middle School to Miami Arts Studio 6-12 @ Zelda Glazer.

3. Cutler Bay Academy of Advanced Studies - Cutler Ridge Campus to Cutler Bay Middle School.

4. Cutler Bay Academy of Advanced Studies - Centennial Campus to Cutler Bay Senior High School.

D-67 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-22 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2014-2015 school year, the 2015 summer session, and the 2015-2016 school year;

2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-31 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2014-2015 school year, the 2015 summer session, and the 2015-2016 school year;

3. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion; and

4. following the term of the expulsions, permit the students to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENT RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending January 2015.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 36 OF 126 CHARTER SCHOOLS AND TWO COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 36 of 126 Charter Schools and Two Community Based Organizations Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014.

E-88 STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT NO. 2015-089 - MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OPERATIONAL AUDIT (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the State of Florida Auditor General Report No. 2015-089 \u2013 Miami-Dade County District School Board Operational Audit.

E-89 AUDIT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD (VAB) APPEALS PROCESS (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Miami-Dade County Value Adjustment Board (VAB) Appeals Process.

E-141 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following contract, inasmuch as the estimated requirements, previously awarded by the Board, will be exceeded before the contract term expires.

Approve the supplemental award increase of $253,000 and amend the total contract award to $553,000, on Contract No. 009-LL08 \u2013 TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS, to purchase, at firm unit prices, transportation for special needs students from various locations within Miami-Dade County, during the term of the contract, effective January 12, 2015 through January 11, 2016. This supplemental award is necessary to facilitate the transportation of additional special needs students as the need arises. This supplemental amount requested is based on the next five (5) months anticipated usage.

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520 WEST DYER ROAD
SANTA ANA, CA 92707
OWNER: CRAIG PUCKETT, PRESIDENT

ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT $300,000
PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL $30,510
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $253,000

E-142 REJECT BID NO. 053-NN09 \u2013 INTERCOM, MASTER CLOCK AND PA SOUND SYSTEMS \u2013 TURNKEY INSTALL AND REPAIR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT Bid No. 053-NN09 \u2013 INTERCOM, MASTER CLOCK AND PA SOUND SYSTEMS \u2013 TURNKEY INSTALL AND REPAIR, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications.

E-143 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-14-006-MT \u2013 ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT FIRM SERVICES

REJECTREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-14-007-MT \u2013 BRANDING AND MARKETING CONSULTINGSERVICESREJECTREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-14-014-VF \u2013 STANDARDIZED ASSESSMENTS FOR K-3

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. reject Request For Proposals No. RFP-14-006-MT \u2013 ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT FIRM SERVICES, to permit rebidding at a later date, which may include revised specifications;

2. reject Request For Proposals No. RFP-14-007-MT \u2013 BRANDING AND MARKETING CONSULTING SERVICES, to permit rebidding at a later date, which may include revised specifications; and

3. reject Request For Proposals No. RFP-14-014-VF \u2013 STANDARDIZED ASSESSMENTS FOR K-3, to permit rebidding at a later date, which may include revised specifications.

E-146AWARDREQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-14-021-MT \u2013 TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-14-021-MT\u2013 TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES, to provide qualified and experienced travel agency services for District staff and/or student travel event services, during the term of the RFP, effective March 18, 2015, through March 17, 2018, including the above-referenced contract options to renew for two (2) one year periods, as follows:

1. CLOSE UP FOUNDATION
1330 BRADDOCK PLACE, SUITE 400
ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
OWNER/OFFICER: ERIC ADYDAN

2. BUSINESS TRAVEL ADVISORS
8095 N.W. 12 STREET, SUITE 316
DORAL, FLORIDA 33126
OWNER/OFFICER: SERGIO L. BARRERA

3. EF CULTURAL TRAVEL, LTD AND ITS AFFILIATE
EF INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL EXCHANGE, INC.
8 EDUCATION STREET
CAMBRIDGE, MA 02141
OWNER/OFFICER: ALINA PUENTES

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY TO IMPLEMENT SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS AT JOHN A. FERGUSON AND MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS, AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute Agreements with Florida Power & Light Company to implement Solar Photovoltaic demonstration projects at John A. Ferguson and Miami Springs Senior High Schools, at no cost to the District.

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:
1) PROTECT THE SYSTEM'S FINANCIAL INTEREST IN ANY AND ALL TRANSACTIONS BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE STATE OF FLORIDA, SPECIFIC TO ITS LEASEHOLD INTEREST IN STATE-OWNED LAND;
2) AS NEEDED EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ACCEPTING PAYMENT OF $7,250,000 FROM THE COUNTY, TO TERMINATE THE SCHOOL BOARD'S LEASEHOLD INTEREST ON APPROXIMATELY 44.5 ACRES OF LAND LEASED FROM THE STATE OF FLORIDA;
3) ACCEPT CONTRIBUTION OF $1,000,000 SPREAD EQUALLY OVER FIVE YEARS TO SUPPORT INTERNSHIPS IN A NUMBER OF
ACADEMIES FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS;
4) TERMINATE THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE UPON RECEIPT OF PAYMENT OF $7 ,250,000 FROM THE COUNTY; AND
5) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE ABOVE THE TRANSACTIONS (revised good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:
1. protect the System's financial interest in any and all transactions betvveen Miami-Dade County and the State of Florida, specific to its leasehold interest in State-owned !and;
2. as needed, execute an agreement with Miami-Dade County accepting payment of $7,250,000 from the County, to terminate the School Board's leasehold interest on approximately 44.5 acres of land leased from the State of Florida;
3. accept a contribution of $1,000,000 spread equally over five years to support internships in a number of academies for senior high school students;
4. terminate the lease agreement with the State upon receipt of payment of $7,250,000 from the County; and
5. execute any other documents or agreements necessary to effectuate the above transactions.

F-22 TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT FOR CONVENIENCE WITH PADRON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, terminate for convenience the Agreement with Padron Construction, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm, pursuant to the conditions stipulated in the body of the Agenda item.

F-23 AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE JOHNSON, AVEDANO, LOPEZ, RODRIGUEZ & WALEWSKI ENGINEERING GROUP, INC., AS THE MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT WITH LOUIS J. AGUIRRE & ASSOCIATES, INC., IN THE AGREEMENT WITH ACAI ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the replacement of Johnson, Avedano, Lopez, Rodriguez & Walewski Engineering Group, Inc., as the Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Sub-Consultant with Louis J. Aguirre & Associates, Inc., in the Agreement with ACAI & Associates, Inc., as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (A/EPC) for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2 Million each.

F-60 REJECT BID NO. 064-PP09 \u2013 BARD AND MARVAIR AIR CONDITIONERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT Bid No. 064-PP09 \u2013 BARD AND MARVAIR AIR CONDITIONERS, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications.

F-61 REJECT BID NO. 060-PP10 \u2013 SALE OF BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT S.W. 74 AVENUE AND THEORETICAL S.W. 43 STREET

REJECT BID NO. 069-PP10 \u2013 SALE OF BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT S.W. 157 AVENUE AND S.W. 45 STREET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Reject Bid No. 060-PP10 \u2013 SALE OF BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT S.W. 74 AVENUE AND THEORETICAL S.W. 43 STREET, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications.

2. Reject Bid No. 069-PP10 \u2013 SALE OF BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT S.W. 157 AVENUE AND S.W. 45 STREET, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PRE-QUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve three (3) new applications for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-022 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE APRIL 12 THROUGH APRIL 19, 2015 INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, APRIL 16, 2015, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY\u2019S PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-022 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust to be April 12 through April 19, 2015 including the Day of Remembrance known as Yom Hashoah, April 16, 2015, to be observed in all of Miami-Dade County\u2019s public schools.

H-4 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the implementation of a promotional campaign that raise awareness in our community about social work and personalize the contribution that M-DCPS social workers bring to our students and families.

H-5 UPDATE OF PROCEDURES AND POLICIES TO PERMIT STUDENT PAYMENTS ONLINE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to initiate rulemaking proceedings, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, amending applicable School Board Polices to permit all students to pay for such products as school pictures, field trips, and yearbooks online or through other electronic means.

H-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING APRIL 2015 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-016 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming April 2015 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 19-25, 2015 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRIL22, 2015 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of April 19-25, 2015 as Administrative Professionals Week and April 22, 2015 as Administrative Professionals Day.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2014 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2014 WalkSafe Statewide Poster Contest.

H-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING LEADERSHIP MIAMI (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-018 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Leadership Miami.

H-11 Request approval of resolution NO. 15-019 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida recognizing the Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the year and rookie teacher of the year (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-019 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year and Rookie Teacher of the Year.

H-12 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING IRA D. HALL FOR HIS SUPPORT OF INCREASING STUDENTS' KNOWLEDGE OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT "TEE" HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-020 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ira Hall for his support of
increasing students' knowledge of African-American history in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-13 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RADIO CARACOL FOR SPONSORING PREMIOS COPA DORADA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-021 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Radio Caracci for sponsoring Premios Copa Dorada.

H-14 JUVENILE DIABETES (TYPE 1) AWARENESS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, create an awareness plan with partnerships of community based organizations to inform students, parents, teachers, employees and our community about the symptoms of Juvenile Diabetes (Type 1).

H-15 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. ROSA JONES (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MlNDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-023 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Rosa Jones.

H-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. VALERIE RILES (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-024 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Valerie Riles.

H-17 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING RUTH A. KARP

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-025 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ruth A. Karp for her contributions.

H-18 EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY AND COST ASSOCIATED WITH IMPLEMENTING A MANAGEMENT SYSTEM AND DATABASE FOR APPLICABLE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL DOCUMENTS AND/OR FORMS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. (deleted)

2. Explore the cost and feasibility of incorporating a centralized management system for documents and/or forms,
including but not limited to, affiliating agreements and facility use agreements, that will allow M-DCPS documents and/or forms to be fillable on line, extract information provided, form useful databases and/or tracking systems, improve storage/retention, as well as any other applicable/necessary functions that will allow for increased
efficiency and effectiveness with current and future systems; and
3 Create a gradual implementation plan to include but not limited to, a timetable for completion, documents and/or forms to be included in each phase of the plan, key data that will be capable of being retrieved, and costs associated with each phase. This plan should allow for the gradual increase of documents and/or forms that can be filled out and
submitted online, which will allow for information to be collected, as well as properly centralized, tracked, cataloged
and stored. In addition, the plan should include method(s) for individuals without computer access to have their
information inputted into the system.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison, and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

FEBRUARY 11, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KAREN D. COHN (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-006 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Karen D. Cohn.

H-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RON MAGILL AND THE ECO HERO CONTEST (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-007 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ron Magill and the Eco Hero contest.

H-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING MR. FRANK SILVA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-012 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Mr. Frank Silva for his contributions to the Ethics Advisory Committee.

H-6REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-008 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2015 WILSON SCHOLARS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-008 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Class of 2015 Wilson Scholars.

H-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESIGNATING MARCH 2015 AS WOMEN\u2019S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 15-009 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, designating March 2015 as Women\u2019s History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NAMI OF MIAMI FOR ITS SPONSORSHIP OF \u201cSTOP THE STIGMA,\u201d A MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT

ACTION PROPOSED BY RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 15-002 recognizing NAMI of Miami for its sponsorship of \u201cSTOP THE STIGMA,\u201d A Mental Health Summit.

H-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORJDA, RECOGNIZING CONGRESSWOMAN CARRIE P. MEEK. (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-015 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Congresswoman Carrie P. Meek.

H-11 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FELECIA HATCHER

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-011 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Felecia Hatcher.

H-14 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING APRIL22, 2015, AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse April 22, 2015, as Earth Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-15 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD PROMOTE MARCH 2015 AS FLORIDA BIKE MONTH, ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY FESTIVITIES, AND RECOGNIZE THE BIKESAFE PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, promote March 2015 as Florida Bike Month, encourage participation in the National Bike to School Day festivities, and recognize the BikeSafe Program for its efforts in improving bicycle safety at middle schools.

H-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING REN CUMMINS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-013 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ren Cummins.

H-19 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING LOCAL TUSKEGEE AIRMEN (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-014 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing local Tuskegee Airmen.

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • NORTH DADE CENTER FOR MODERN LANGUAGES CHORAL STUDENTS
  • MIAMI CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC STUDENTS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • January 20, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • January 14, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • Health Information Project (HIP)
  • Wallet HUB Report
  • Highlights of the STEM Expo
  • Governor's 2015 - 2016 Budget

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM DECEMBER 12, 2014 THROUGH JANUARY 15, 2015

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM NOVEMBER 19, 2014 THROUGH FEBRUARY 13, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. The Personnel Action Listing 1068 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from December 12, 2014 through January 15, 2015.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from November 19, 2014 through February 13, 2015.

D-21 1. ESTABLISH AND CLASSIFY MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (MEP) AND DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS' ASSOCIATION (DCSAA) POSITIONS; (revised)

2. APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2014-2015

RECOMMENDED: That effective February 12, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
1. Establish and classify the following MEP and DCSAA positions:
a. Marketing Supervisor, Office of Public Information, MEP, pay grade 19
b. Digital Communications Specialist, Office of Public Information, DCSAA, pay grade 32
c. Visual Media Manager, Office of Public Information, DCSAA, pay grade 32
2. Approve the recommendations as set forth above for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective February 12, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item.

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

7 WORKDAYS
TYRONE HENRY - PARAPROFESSIONAL II
SCOTT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
DONALD W. WILLIAMS - TEACHER
CAROL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Mr. Tyrone Henry, Paraprofessional 11, Scott Lake Elementary School, suspension without pay for seven (7) workdays, effective February 12, 2015.

B) Mr. Donald W. Williams, Teacher, Carol City Middle School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective February 12, 2015.

D-65 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE SNACKS/MEALS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into contractual agreements with community agencies for the Department of Food and Nutrition to provide snacks/meals for participants in their programs.

D-67 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, TWO NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS AND ONE AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve two (2) charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by The School Board for:

a. Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc. on behalf of:

i. Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) High School-North Campus;

ii. Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Middle School-North Campus.

2. Approve two (2) new charter contracts, Section 1002.331, F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools with:

a. Mater Academy, Inc. on behalf of:

i. Mater Academy West, for a term of five years, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2021; and

ii. Mater International Academy, for a term of five years, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year and ending on June 30, 2020.

3. Approve one (1) amended charter school contract with BridgePrep Academy Inc., on behalf of BridgePrep Academy of Village Green, to (i.) add a permanent facility located at 13300 S.W. 120th Street, Miami, Florida 33186; Folio No. 30-5914-000-0040; (ii) increase enrollment from 550 students to a maximum of 600 students, commencing with the 2015-2016 school year, and ending on June 30, 2016.

4. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2014

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending December 2014.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY REPORTS FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2014

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 1,587 items with a depreciated cost of $344,206 and Recoveries containing 14 items with a depreciated cost of $1,240 to update the records for October, November and December 2014.

E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15 General Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by ($55,519,628); and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the agenda item).

E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014‑15 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-year Budget Review, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $27,908,340 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 6 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review.

E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15 Debt Service Funds Mid-Year Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations.

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15, Food Service Fund Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $(5,843,546), appropriations by $(401,716) and decreasing ending fund balance by $(5,441,830).

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $57,257,416 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 OTHER ARRA STIMULUS GRANTS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15 Special Revenue Funds \u2013 Other ARRA Stimulus Grants Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $693,438 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-20 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 RACE TO THE TOP (RTTT) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15 Special Revenue Funds \u2013 Race To The Top Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $95,948 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-21 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2014-15 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2014-15 Internal Service Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues net position and expenses by $2,473,462; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-25 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 15-010 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $135,000,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION SERIES 2015B AND SERIES 2015C TO REFUND ON A FORWARD BASIS $70,000,000 TERM CERTIFICATES SERIES 2011B & $58,780,000 TERM CERTIFICATES SERIES 2012A, RESPECTIVELY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 15-010 authorizing the issuance of up to $135,000,000 aggregate principal amount of COPs Series 2015B and Series 2015C to refund on a forward basis $70,000,000 Term Certificates, Series 2011B, and $58,780,000 Term Certificates, Series 2012A, respectively.

E-26 APPROVAL OF EXTENSION OF TIME TO USE THE MASTER LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH BANC OF AMERICA CAPITAL CORP. FOR THE PURCHASE OF DIGITAL DEVICES APPROVED BY THE BOARD AS PART OF THE 21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY UPGRADE AND DIGITAL CONVERGENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) authorize the Superintendent to extend the execution date of the Master Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp. through April 30, 2015 to purchase up to $27,461,140 of digital devices not to exceed the original approved $63,450,000 total.

2) hereby declare its official intent to reimburse itself from the proceeds of tax exempt lease obligations for expenses incurred with respect to the Plan to the extent permitted by Treasury Regulation 1.150-2. The reimbursement obligations intended to finance the Plan are expected not to exceed $63,450,000.

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW THE CONTRACT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI FOR SCHOOL BOARD BASED CLINIC SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida renew its contract for clinic services with the University of Miami, pursuant to the terms of Request For Proposal (RFP)# 039-LL10, School Board Based Clinic Services, for two one-year periods, effective February 16, 2015 through February 15, 2017.

E-67 RENEWAL OF DISTRICT\u2019S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Authorize staff, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., to secure and bind maximum available limits of all-risk, replacement cost property insurance coverage in anticipation of renewing the existing $300 million in coverage limits, with annual premiums for all property insurance premiums and associated fees not to exceed $23.0 million, effective May 1, 2015, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District\u2019s property insurance budget, with a full report including confirmation of coverages, carriers, deductibles, costs and terms to be submitted to the Board its meeting of May 13, 2015;

2. Authorize staff, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., to secure and bind terrorism coverage in the amount of $50 million property damage/$10 million bodily injury, effective May 1, 2015 with an annual premium not to exceed $110,000, including state fees, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District\u2019s property insurance budget; and

3. Authorize renewal of flood insurance coverage with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for all properties required by the Federal Government to be covered with estimated premiums not to exceed $2.8 million for coverages effective for the 12-month period of May 1, 2015 to May 1, 2016.

E-68 RECOMMENDATION FOR AWARD FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) #065-PP10, THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION (TPA) SERVICES FOR THE SELF-FUNDED WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. the Third Party Administration (TPA) Services for The Self-Funded Workers\u2019 Compensation and Liability Program contract, pursuant to Request For Proposal (RFP) #065-PP10, effective July 1, 2015, for a three-year term at the annual flat rate for each of the three fiscal years of July 1, 2016 \u2013 June 30, 2016; July 1, 2016 \u2013 June 30, 2017; July 1, 2017 \u2013 June 30, 2018 at $5,275,000, subject to cancellation provisions which provide for the ability for the District to cancel the contract at any time, requiring only notification of cancellation; with the ability to renew for two additional one-year periods subject to successful audit outcomes and subsequent negotiation and Board action; and

2. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute a contract with Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. to provide Third Party Administration (TPA) Services for The Self-Funded Workers\u2019 Compensation and Liability Program pursuant to the provisions of RFP# 065-PP10.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 MCGLADREY LLP\u2019S AUDIT REPORT: THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SINGLE AUDIT REPORTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH OMB CIRCULAR A-133, JUNE 30, 2014

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the McGladrey LLP\u2019s Audit Report: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Single Audit Reports in Accordance with OMB Circular A-133, June 30, 2014.

E-88 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 33 OF 126 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 33 of 126 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014.

E-141 DENY REINSTATEMENT OF VENDOR SERVICES FOR KING\u2019S COLLEGE TOURS, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, DENY the reinstatement request to transact new business with the Board, pursuant to School Board Policy 6320, Purchasing, effective February 11, 2015, as follows:

KING\u2019S COLLEGE TOURS, INC.
13320 N.W. 18 COURT
MIAMI, FL 33167
OWNER: ANTONIO KING, C.E.O.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD FOR ONE PROGRAM FROM A FUNDING SOURCE AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept a grant award for a program from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the District-Charter Collaborative Compacts, in the approximate amount of $3,300,000, for the grant period of January 1, 2015, through June 30, 2018;

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements:

a. National Association of Charter School Authorizers, in the approximate amount of $300,000, to support the District-Charter Collaborative Compacts program;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

E-202 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FORM AN EDUCATION COMPACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to form an Education Compact between the Town of Miami Lakes and Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

E-203 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FORM AN EDUCATION COMPACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to form an Education Compact between the Village of Key Biscayne and Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. adjust the capital budget in the amount of $1,592,984;

2. make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments

F-22 COMMISSIONINGOF SILVA ARCHITECTS, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERALOBLIGATION BOND FUNDED K-8 CONVERSION ADDITION AND RENOVATION PROJECT AT MADIEIVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 20770 NE 14 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33179, PROJECTNO. 01337500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, LLC, as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded K-8 Conversion Addition and Renovations at Madie Ives Elementary School, located at 20770 NE 14 Avenue, Miami, FL 33179, Project No. 01337500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $743,716 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting Services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23 COMMISSIONING OF MCM AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK (CMR) FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED K-8 CONVERSION ADDITION & RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MADIE IVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 20770 NE 14 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33179, PROJECT #01337500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission MCM as the Construction Manager at-Risk, for General Obligation Bond funded K-8 Conversion Addition and Renovations at Madie Ives Elementary School, located at 20770 NE 14 Avenue, Miami, FL 33179, Project No. 01337500, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $81,360 for Pre-Construction Services; and

2. the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONING OF TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATIONS BOND (GOB) FUNDED PARTIAL REPLACEMENT & RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT CUTLER BAY ACADEMY FOR ADVANCED STUDIES, CUTLER RIDGE CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 19400 GULFSTREAM ROAD, CUTLER BAY, FL 33157, PROJECT #01339200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Turner Construction Company as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded K-8 Conversion Addition and Renovations at Cutler Bay Academy for Advanced Studies, Cutler Ridge Campus, located at 19400 Gulfstream Road, Cutler Bay Florida 33157, Project No. 01339200, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $67,324 for Pre-Construction Services; and

2. the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-25 COMMISSIONING OF MCM AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED K-8 CONVERSION ADDITION, REMODELING & RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1550 SW 6 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FL 33030, PROJECT NO. 01336300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission MCM as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded K-8 Conversion Addition, Remodeling & Renovations project at West Homestead K-8 Center, Homestead, Florida 33030, Project No. 01336300, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $55,000 for Pre-construction Services; and

2. the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT AMERICAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 18350 NW 67 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33015, PROJECT NO. 01419100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations project at American Senior High School, located at 18350 NW 67 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33015, Project No. 01419100, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $44,500 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-34 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve: B-1. Change Order No. 10 Project No. 00708400, Selective Buildings Replacement; Florida City ES for an additional cost of $4,644.00.

F-60 AWARD BID NO. ITB-14-012-SL \u2013 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS (MRO) MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD ITB-14-012-SL \u2013 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS (MRO) MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES, to establish a pool of preapproved distributors and manufacturers, to purchase Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO) materials, equipment, supplies, parts, and tools, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. A AFFORDABLE CARPET MAINTENANCE SBE/M/WBE
247 N.W. 23 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33127
OWNER: IVETTE NARANJO, PRESIDENT

2. AMERICAN BACKFLOW PRODUCTS COMPANY
P.O. BOX 37025
TALLAHASSEE, FL 32315
OWNER: INMAN M. STEWART, PRESIDENT

3. AMERICAN FASTENERS CORP.
7323 N.W. 66 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER: MANUEL BENITEZ, PRESIDENT

4. B & R ELECTRONICS SUPPLY, INC. SBE/MBE/MWBE
8786 S.W. 129 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER: JANET E. ROACH, PRESIDENT

5. CONSOLIDATED PARTS AND SUPPLIES, INC.
16233 N.W. 84 PLACE
MIAMI LAKES, FL 33016
OWNER: OMAR FLECHES, PRESIDENT

6. CONTINENTAL FLOORING COMPANY
9319 N. 94 WAY, SUITE 1000
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85258
OWNER: CHRISTOPHER L. COLEMAN, PRESIDENT

7. CRAFTMASTER HARDWARE CO., INC.
190 VETERANS DRIVE
NORTHVALE, NJ 07647
OWNER: MICHAEL SPINGELD, PRESIDENT

8. DADE PUMP AND SUPPLY COMPANY
14261 S. DIXIE HIGHWAY
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER: JOHN K. DELANEY, PRESIDENT

9. DADE RESTAURANT REPAIR SHOP, INC.
14042 N.W. 82 AVENUE
MIAMI LAKES, FL 33016
OWNER: ANTONIO E. FLECHES, JR., PRESIDENT

10. DOUGLAS EQUIPMENT COMPANY
7124 N.W. 72 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNDER: DANTE N. FONDA, PRESIDENT

11. ELECTRONIC ACESS SPECIALISTS, INC.
D.B.A. SOUTHERN LOCK AND SUPPLY CO.
P.O. BOX 1980
PINELLAS PARK, FL 33780
OWNER: DAVID F. MATTHIES, PRESIDENT

12. FASTENAL COMPANY
2001 THEURER BOULEVARD
WINONA, MN 55987
OWNER: WILLARD OBERTON, C.E.O./DIRECTOR

13. FLORIDA HARDWARE, LLC
436 CASSAT AVENUE
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32254
OWNER: DONALD THIEMAN, PRESIDENT

14. GLOBAL ELECTRICAL & LIGHTING SUPPLIES, INC.
13751 S.W. 143 COURT, #101
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER: ROLANDO PEREZ, PRESIDENT

15. GOLD COAST CRANE SERVICE, INC.
4450 N. 29 AVENUE
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33020
OWNER: LINDA SHORT, PRESIDENT

16. GRAYBAR ELECTRIC
11250 N.W. 91 STREET
MEDLEY, FL 33178
OWNER: KATHLEEN M. MAZZARELLA
C.E.O./PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR

17. HD SUPPLY FACILITIES MAINTENANCE, LTD.
16041 SCRIPPS SUMMIT COURT
SAN DIEGO, CA 92131
OWNER: ROBERT T. BAUTER, JR.
DIRECTOR STRATEGIC BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

18. HD SUPPLY POWER SOLUTIONS, LTD.
7584 N.W. 74 AVENUE
MEDLEY, FL 33166
OWNER: ALAN WESTOR, ACCOUNT MANAGER

19. HILTI, INC.
5400 SOUTH 122 EAST AVENUE
TULSA, OK 74146
OWNER: CARY EVERT, C.E.O./PRESIDENT

20. INTERFACE AMERICAS, INC.
1503 ORCHARD HILL ROAD
LAGRANGE, GA 30240
OWNER: JOHN R. WELLS, PRESIDENT

21. INTERLINE BRANDS, INC.
D.B.A. SEXAUER
701 SAN MARCO BLVD.
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32207
OWNER: MICHAEL J. GREBE, C.E.O./CHAIRMAN

22. INTERSTATE SCREW CORP.
D.B.A. ALLIED SCREW OF DIXIE
475 WEST 18 STREET
HIALEAH, FL 33010
OWNER: HERMINA J. SEIDEN, PRESIDENT

23. JOBBERS EQUIPMENT WAREHOUSE
5440 N.W. 78 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER: RONALD M. AHEARN, PRESIDENT

24. LEHMAN PIPE AND PLUMBING SUPPLY, INC.
230 N.W. 29 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33127
OWNER: DENNIS LEHMAN, PRESIDENT

25. LION PLUMBING SUPPLY, INC
P.O. BOX 680730
MIAMI, FL 33168
OWNER: PAUL L. GENTILE, PRESIDENT

26. MSC INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY CO.
75 MAXESS ROAD
MELVILLE, NY 11747
OWNER: CHARLES HERRMANN, SR. DIRECTOR

27. MIAMI WATER HEATER
1324 N.W. 29 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33142
OWNER: CARLOS E. SANCHEZ, JR.
PRESIDENT/EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

28. NATIONAL TOOL SUPPLY, INC.
5725 HALLANDALE BLVD.
WEST PARK, FL 33023
OWNER: LAWRENCE WEINER, PRESIDENT

29. NEFF RENTAL, LLC
6501 N.W. 77 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER: ROBERT VEAZEY
GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTS MANAGER

30. QUIGAR ELECTRIC, INC.
D.B.A. ACE PUMP AND SUPPLY
16600 N.W. 54 AVENUE, BAY 1
MIAMI, FL 33014
OWNER: JOSE QUIJANO, PRESIDENT

31. REXEL, INC.
5201 N.W. 77 AVENUE, SUITE 100
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER: DANIEL MARK
SR. VICE PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER

32. ROBERT DAVIS CONSTRUCTION, INC.
4770 BISCAYNE BLVD, #1250
MIAMI, FL 33137
OWNER: ROBERT DAVIS, PRESIDENT

33. SNAP-ON INDUSTRIAL
A DIVISION OF IDSC HOLDINGS, LLC
2801-80 STREET
KENOSHA, WI 53143
OWNER: ANDREW R. GINGER
PRESIDENT INDUSTRIAL DIVISION

34. SOUTHEAST FLORIDA PARTS
D.B.A. JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
5620 N.W. 12 AVENUE
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
OWNER: ORAL L. GOBLE, C.E.O./CHAIRMAN

35. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $5,300,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $5,300,000 for the subsequent one (1) year extension periods. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve two (2) new applications for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1INITIALREADING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0141.2, CONFLICT OFINTEREST; 0167, VOTING; 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS; 5130, WITHDRAWAL FROMSCHOOL; 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS; 5200, ATTENDANCE; 5230, LATE ARRIVAL AND EARLYDISMISSAL; 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE; 5517.01, BULLYING ANDHARASSMENT; 5772, WEAPONS; AND 8462, STUDENT ABUSE AND NEGLECT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policies 0141.2, Conflict of Interest; 0167, Voting; 5112, Entrance Requirements; 5130, Withdrawal from School; 5131, Student Transfers; 5200, Attendance; 5230, Late Arrival and Early Dismissal; 5500, Student Conduct and Discipline; 5517.01, Bullying and Harassment; 5772, Weapons; and 8462, Student Abuse and Neglect.

G-2 APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT (AGREED ORDER OF TAKING AND STIPULATED FINAL JUDGMENT) IN THE CASE OF: STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION v. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, et al., Circuit Court Case No. 14-26240-CA 31 (EMINENT DOMAIN ACTION AT SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL) (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to seek court approval of the "Agreed Order of Taking and Stipulated Final Judgment" in the matter of State of Florida Department of Transportation v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, et al., Circuit Court Case No. 1
26240-CA 31, approving the settlement of the eminent domain action at Sweetwater Elementary School, vesting fee simple title to "Parcel 118" as described herein, and in the attached proposed, Agreed Order, in the Florida Department of Transportation and awarding full compensation to the School Board for the Department's acquisition of the Subject Parcel.

G-3 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Jose Yeyille v. The School Board Of Miami-Dade County, Alberto Carvalho, Lisa Robertson, Armandina Acosta-Leon, Asuncion Valdes, and Egna Rivas; U.S. District Court Case No. 14-24624-CIV-ALTONAGA/O\u2019Sullivan

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the Superintendent and current School Board employees who are individually named as defendants in the case of Jose Yeyille v. Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Alberto Carvalho; Lisa Robertson; Armandina Acosta-Leon; Asuncion Valdes; and Egna Rivas, Case No. 14-24624-CIV-ALTONAGA/O\u2019Sullivan.

G-4 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. INOCENTE LARIOSA, DOAH Case No. 14-2997TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida enter a Final Order adopting the Administrative Law Judge\u2019s Recommended Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Inocente Lariosa, DOAH Case No. 14-2997TTS, as the School Board\u2019s Final Order, reinstating Respondent to his teaching position and awarding Respondent back pay for the period of his suspension.

G-5 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. SHARON EADDY, DOAH Case No. 14-3006TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida enter a Final Order adopting the Administrative Law Judge\u2019s Recommended Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Sharon Eaddy, DOAH Case No. 14-3006TTS, as The School Board\u2019s Final Order, suspending Respondent without pay and dismissing Respondent from further employment with the School Board.

G-6 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. GERRY R. LATSON, DOAH Case No. 14-3000TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of Miami-Dade County School Board, Florida v. Gerry R. Latson, DOAH Case Nos. 14-3000TTS, suspending Respondent without pay from the date of his suspension through his reinstatement and reinstating him to his position as a school teacher as of February 12, 2015.

G-7 AUTHORIZATION TO FILE A LAWSUIT AGAINST PREP SPORTSWEAR, INC. AND ITS AFFILIATED COMPANIES TO PROHIBIT THE UNAUTHORIZED SALE OF SCHOOL MERCHANDISE AND TO SEEK RECOVERY OF MONETARY DAMAGES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the School Board Attorney to:

1. File a lawsuit against Prep Sportswear, Inc. and/or its affiliated Companies for the purposes of prohibiting the unauthorized advertisement, sale and distribution of merchandise bearing the names, mascots, logos and trademarks of public schools in Miami-Dade County; and

2. Retain the law firm of Espinosa Treuba PL to provide legal counsel for the Board in intellectual property matters at the hourly rate of $395.00 per hour blended rate for partners and senior level attorneys, and $125.00 for paralegals, a substantial reduction of their typical hourly rates for intellectual property matters.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE CHANGE (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,
approve, in accordance with School Board Policy 0165, a change in the date of its regular monthly Board meeting from March 11, 2015, to March 18, 2015.

H-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KAREN D. COHN (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-006 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Karen D. Cohn.

H-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RON MAGILL AND THE ECO HERO CONTEST (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-007 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ron Magill and the Eco Hero contest.

H-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING MR. FRANK SILVA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-012 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Mr. Frank Silva for his contributions to the Ethics Advisory Committee.

H-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-008 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2015 WILSON SCHOLARS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-008 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Class of 2015 Wilson Scholars.

H-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESIGNATING MARCH 2015 AS WOMEN\u2019S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 15-009 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, designating March 2015 as Women\u2019s History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NAMI OF MIAMI FOR ITS SPONSORSHIP OF \u201cSTOP THE STIGMA,\u201d A MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT

ACTION PROPOSED BY RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 15-002 recognizing NAMI of Miami for its sponsorship of \u201cSTOP THE STIGMA,\u201d A Mental Health Summit.

H-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORJDA, RECOGNIZING CONGRESSWOMAN CARRIE P. MEEK. (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-015 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Congresswoman Carrie P. Meek.

H-10 CREATE OPTIMAL ANONYMOUS REPORTING SYSTEM FOR HEALTH AND PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERNS (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board Of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, explore how to provide our students with an easily accessible reporting system via which they can submit health and public safety information, adhering to the District\u2019s codes of student conduct and social media policy; and establish appropriate staffing to receive, review and follow up on these submissions.

H-11 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FELECIA HATCHER

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-011 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Felecia Hatcher.

H-13 RECOMMENDATIONS OF ETHICS ADVISORY COMMITTEE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the School Board Attorney to enter into rulemaking procedures to amend School Board Policy No. 0158, Ethics Advisory Committee, to change the terms of the members of the Ethics Advisory Committee from four years to six years, with one additional six-year term at the discretion of the appointing entity.

H-14 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING APRIL22, 2015, AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse April 22, 2015, as Earth Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-15 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD PROMOTE MARCH 2015 AS FLORIDA BIKE MONTH, ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY FESTIVITIES, AND RECOGNIZE THE BIKESAFE PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, promote March 2015 as Florida Bike Month, encourage participation in the National Bike to School Day festivities, and recognize the BikeSafe Program for its efforts in improving bicycle safety at middle schools.

H-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING REN CUMMINS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-013 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ren Cummins.

H-19 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING LOCAL TUSKEGEE AIRMEN (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-014 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing local Tuskegee Airmen.

H-20 integration OF LOCAL AFRICAN-AMERICAN, HISPANIC AND JEWISH HISTORY INTO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BY UTILIZING, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, LOCAL PUBLICATIONS, ARCHIVES AND HISTORICAL SITES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

(1) Derive methods to increase local African-American, Hispanic and Jewish history (including, but not limited to, local historical figures, sites, publications and events) and ensuring same is aligned with curriculum and instruction, as well as any Florida and State Board of Education testing requirements and/or standards into Miami-Dade County Public School pacing guides, social science instructional resources packets and guides, as well as increase online resources for members of our instructional staff;

(2) Derive methods to increase the utilization of local publications, archives, and historical sites to enhance our students\u2019 knowledge of local African-American, Hispanic and Jewish history; and

(3) Determine methods to increase parental access to information and/or resources related to local African-American, Hispanic and Jewish history through, including but not limited to, the parent portal; and

(4) Develop a strategic plan to increase funding and/or instructional materials/resources through, including but not limited to, grants, educational compacts, and interlocal agreements, to effectively implement the actions proposed in the agenda item.

H-21 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF "ETHICS IN EDUCATION: A TO Z CONFERENCE" SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse "Ethics in Education: A to Z Conference" presented by the Miami-Dade County Commission of Ethics and Public Trust, the University of Miami, and the Miami-Dade County Public Schools on May 1 and 2 at the University of Miami, Bank United Center.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison, and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JANUARY 14, 2015 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2015.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

H-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15‑001 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Take Stock in Children.

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL SLAVERY AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse January 2015 as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2015 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2015 as Arts in Our Schools Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING NICHOLAS MESA OF JOHN A. FERGUSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PEREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-003 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Nicholas Mesa of John A. Ferguson Sr. High School.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse additional schools for submittal under the Safe Routes to School infrastructure grant program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and request the Superintendent to formalize the grant applications accordingly.

H-12 school board ENDORSEMENT OF FEBRUARY 2015 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-002 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorsing February 2015 as National Black History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-15 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COUNTY COMMISSIONER JEAN MONESTIME, FIRST HAITIAN-AMERICAN ELECTED TO THE COUNTY COMMISSION AND AS CHAIRMAN (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-005 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Jean Monestime, first Haitian-American elected to the County Commission and as Chairman.

H-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE BOARD MEMBERS OF HAMPTON HOUSE TRUST, INC. (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-004 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hampton House Trust, Inc.

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • South Miami Middle Theatre Students

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • December 11, 2014

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • December 10, 2014 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS (ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-30 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE AMENDED CHARTER CONTRACT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one amended charter school contract with Beacon College Prep, Inc., on behalf of Beacon College Prep to change the school\u2019s location and share a facility located at 13400 N.W. 28th Avenue, Opa-Locka, Florida 33054; Folio No. 08-2128-012-0010, effective immediately and ending on June 30, 2019.

C-50 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENT TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-11 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2014-2015 school year, the 2015 summer session, and the 2015-2016 school year;

2. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion; and

3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

C-70 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Out-of-country field trip to Rome, Florence, and Assisi, Italy, for the students at South Miami Senior High School.

C-71 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CERTIFY THE 2015-2016 CLASS SIZE COMPLIANCE PLAN (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, certify the 2015-2016 Class Size Compliance Plan.

C-100 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: FINAL READING: POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt School Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan 2014-2015, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective January 14, 2015.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS: NOVEMBER 21, 2014 \u2013 DECEMBER 11, 2014 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the instructional and non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, and separations as included in Personnel Action Listing 1067.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2014-2015 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations as set forth in the agenda item for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective January 15, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item.

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

3 CALENDAR DAYS
GUADALUPE PORTELA - CUSTODIAN
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

5 CALENDAR DAYS
BLAS FRAGOSO - LEAD CUSTODIAN
CALUSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

3 CALENDAR DAYS
TOMAS C. VALDES - CUSTODIAN
DAVID FAIRCHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

7 CALENDAR DAYS
FREDDY SARDINAS - LEAD CUSTODIAN
DAVID FAIRCHILD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

30 WORKDAYS
MERCORY MURPHY - SCHOOL SECURITY MONITOR
ALLAPATTAH MIDDLE SCHOOL

3 WORKDAYS
BARBARA M. RIOS - TEACHER
MIAMI KILLIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS
SYREETA S. NELOMS - SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
NORTHEAST TRANSPORTATION CENTER

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS
MARGARETTE PIERRE-LOUIS - SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
NORTH TRANSPORTATION CENTER

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 CALENDAR DAYS
JACQUES V. BENJAMIN - SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
JACK SCHEE TRANSPORTATION CENTER

SUSPENSION WITHOUT AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
CHONDRIA N. ESSIX - BUS AIDE
NORTHWEST TRANSPORTATION CENTER

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
JOSEPH CHIU - ERP ANALYST
SYSTEMS AND PROGRAMMING SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: 1) That the School Board approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Ms. Guadalupe Portela, Custodian, Calusa Elementary School, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective January 16, 2015.

B) Mr. Blas Fragoso, Lead Custodian, Calusa Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) calendar days, effective January 19, 2015.

C) Mr. Tomas C. Valdes, Custodian, David Fairchild Elementary School, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective January 15, 2015.

D) Mr. Freddy Sardinas, Lead Custodian, David Fairchild Elementary School, suspension without pay for seven (7) calendar days, effective January 15, 2015.

E) Mr. Mercory Murphy, School Security Monitor, Allapattah Middle School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective January 15, 2015.

F) Ms. Barbara M. Rios, Teacher, Miami Killian Senior High School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective January 15, 2015.

2) That the School Board approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A) Ms. Syreeta S. Neloms, School Bus Driver, Northeast Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30)
calendar days, effective January 15, 2015.

B) Ms. Margarette Pierre-Louis, School Bus Driver, North Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30)
calendar days, effective January 15, 2015.

C) Mr. Jacques V. Benjamin, School Bus Driver, Jack Schee Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective January 15, 2015.

D) Ms. Chondria N. Essix, Bus Aide, Northwest Transportation Center, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal
proceedings, effective January 15, 2015.

E) Mr. Joseph Chiu, ERP Analyst, Systems and Programming Services, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal
proceedings, effective January 15, 2015

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2014 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending November 2014.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools.

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT - AUDIT OF INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2014 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report - Audit of Inventories as of June 30, 2014.

E-88 AUDIT OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, JUNE 30, 2014 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Educational Facilities Impact Fee Fund, Special Purpose Financial Statements, June 30, 2014.

E-89 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of WLRN Television and Radio Stations for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014.

E-90 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF TWENTY CHARTER SCHOOLS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements of Twenty Charter Schools for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014.

E-91 AUDITOR\u2019S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS AND MANAGEMENT LETTER FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2014 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Auditor\u2019s Communication of Audit Results and Management Letter for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2014.

E-141 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following contract, inasmuch as the estimated requirements, previously awarded by the Board, will be exceeded before the contract term expires.

Approve the supplemental award by $67,639 and amend the total contract award to $824,076, on Contract No. 016-KK11 \u2013 SECURITY-SYSTEMS SERVICES CONTRACT, to purchase, at firm unit prices, emergency on-site service response, video retrieval, repairs, labor, training, written reports and associated accessories for security systems, at Miami-Dade County Public Schools locations, during the term of the contract, effective February 10, 2014 through February 9, 2015. This supplemental award is necessary to facilitate new or Capital Construction projects with expired warranty services and also additional services required under this contract throughout the District. The supplemental amount requested is based on the next two (2) months anticipated usage.

Fund Source

0100 General

PRIMARY

1. ATCi COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1270 N.W. 165 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER: VINCENT J. VENTO, C.E.O.

ALTERNATE

2 QUALITY WIRING, INC.
10300 S.W. 72 STREET, SUITE 414
M IAMI, FL 33173
OWNER: SOPHIA DANDRINOS, PRESIDENT

ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT $661,882
PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL $94,555
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $67,639

E-200 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 8510, WELLNESS POLICY (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt and amend Board Policy 8510, Wellness Policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective on January 14, 2015.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 AUTHORIZATION TO DEDICATE LAND TO THE CITY OF MIAMI FOR RIGHT-OF-WAY PURPOSES, ADJACENT TO KENSINGTON PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 711 NW 30 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33125 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute the necessary documents to dedicate land to the City of Miami for right-of-way purposes adjacent to Kensington Park Elementary School, located at 711 NW 30 Avenue, Miami, Florida.

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE: (revised)

1. A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE SCHOOL BOARD, CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH AND PMG-S2 SUNNY ISLES, LLC, IN CONNECTION WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 68-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT 17141 COLLINS AVENUE, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND

2. ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1) a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among the School Board, City of Sunny Isles Beach and PMG-S2 Sunny Isles, LLC, in connection with construction of a new 68-unit residential development, located at 17141 Collins Avenue, City of Sunny Isles Beach, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County; and

2) any other documentation that may be required to effectuate the implementation of the Agreement.

F-3 AUTHORIZATION: (revised)

1) TO DONATE TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE, AT NO COST, THREE BOARD-OWNED PORTABLE UNITS THAT ARE VACANT AND NO LONGER REQUIRED BY THE DISTRICT, BEARING FISH NUMBERS 61-0024, 61-0025 and 62-0027; AND

2) FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY, AS MAY BE NECESSARY, TO EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE THE DONATION OF THE PORTABLE UNITS TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE, INCLUDING A BILL OF SALE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize:

1) the donation to the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, at no cost, of three Board-owned portable units that are vacant and no longer required by the District, bearing FISH numbers 61-0024, 61-0025 and 62-0027, under, substantially, the terms and conditions as noted in the agenda item; and

2) the Chair and Secretary, as may be necessary, to execute any other documents that may be required to effectuate the donation of the portable units to the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, including a Bill of Sale.

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (revised)

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD, FLORIDA MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY (\u201cFMU\u201d) AND THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS (\u201cCITY\u201d), FOR THE JOINT DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF A PORTION OF THE JAN MANN OPPORTUNITY SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 16101 NW 44 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33054, AND ADJACENT LAND OWNED BY FMU, TO CONSTRUCT AND OPERATE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES FOR THE JOINT USE OF THE DISTRICT, CITY AND FMU; AND

2) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE PARTIES, FOR THE JOINT USE OF THE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE DEVELOPMENT AND JOINT USE AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENTS; AND

4) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE ABOVE TRANSACTIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) Finalize negotiations and execute and Amended and Restated Lease Agreement by and between The School Board and Florida Memorial University (FMU\u201d), for joint development and use of a portion of the Jann Mann Opportunity School campus, located at 16101 NW 44 Court, Miami Florida 33054, and adjacent land owned by FMU, to construct and operate recreational facilities for the joint use of the District and FMU, under, substantially, the terms and conditions as noted in the agenda item; and

2) Finalize negotiations and execute a Joint Use Agreement by and between the parties, for the joint use of recreational facilities, with provisions for FMU to allow the City of Miami Gardens to jointly use the recreational facilities, under substantially, the terms and conditions as noted in the agenda item; and

3) Grant or deny all approvals required under the Amended and Restated Lease and Joint Use Agreements, including renewing extending, assigning, cancelling or terminating the Agreements; and

4) Finalize negotiations and execute any other documents or agreements necessary to effectuate the terms as noted in the agenda item.

F-22 COMMISSIONING OF M.C. HARRY AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT AMERICAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 18350 NW 67 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33015, PROJECT NO. 01419100 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M. C. Harry and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded-Renovations Project at American Senior High School, located at 18350 NW 67 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33015, Project No. 0141900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $391,900 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting Services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23 COMMISSIONING OF SALTZ MICHELSON ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT SHENANDOAH MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1950 SW 19 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33145, PROJECT NO. 01339000 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations project at Shenandoah Middle School, located at 1950 SW 19 Street, Miami, Florida 33145, Project No. 01339000, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $367,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting Services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONING OF PIRTLE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR PRE-CONSTRUCTION SERVICES RELATED TO A GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED REMODEL/RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 251 EAST 47 STREET, HIALEAH, FL 33013, PROJECT NO. 01337800 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Pirtle Construction Company as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for Pre-construction Services related to a General Obligation Bond funded Remodel/Renovations project at Hialeah Senior High School, located at 251 East 47 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project No. 01337800, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $ 85,000 for Pre-construction Services; and

2. the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-25 COMMISSIONING OF MCM AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED K-8 CONVERSION ADDITION, REMODELING & RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1550 SW 6 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FL 33030, PROJECT NO. 01336300 (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission MCM as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded K-8 Conversion Addition, Remodeling & Renovations project at West Homestead K-8 Center, Homestead, Florida 33030, Project No. 01336300, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $55,000 for Pre-construction Services; and

2. the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT AMERICAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 18350 NW 67 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33015, PROJECT NO. 01419100 (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations project at American Senior High School, located at 18350 NW 67 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33015, Project No. 01419100, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $44,500 for Pre-construction Services; and

2. the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT SHENANDOAH MIDDLE SCHOOL, (PHASE I), LOCATED AT 1950 SW 19 STREET, MIAMI, FL 33145, PROJECT NO. 01339000 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Thornton Construction Company, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations project at Shenandoah Middle School, located at 1950 SW 19 Street, Miami, Florida 33145, Project No. 01339000, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $43,000 for Pre-construction Services; and

2. the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANT - STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ONE (1) YEAR, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT WITH: (revised)

1. M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC.; AND

2. ARVELO & ASSOCIATES, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent, or his designee, to extend the Special Projects Consultant - Structural Engineering Services Agreement for one (1) year, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the original Agreement with:

1. M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc.; and

2. Arvelo & Associates, Inc.

F-30 AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE HUFSEY-NICOLAIDES-GARCIA-SUAREZ ASSOCIATES, INC., WITH MAQUEIRA ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS, INC., AS THE MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING ENGINEER SUB-CONSULTANT IN THE AGREEMENT WITH FANJUL & ASSOCIATES, LLC, AS ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC), SHELTERED MARKET FOR MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $200,000 EACH (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the replacement of Hufsey-Nicolaides-Garcia-Suarez Associates, Inc., with Maqueira Engineering Consultants, Inc., as the Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Engineering Sub-Consultant in the Agreement with Fanjul & Associates, LLC, as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (A/EPC), Sheltered Market for Micro Business Enterprises, for Miscellaneous Projects up to $200,000 each.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM AND MINORITY/WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE CERTIFICATION (revised 3)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(1) adopt amended Policy 6320.02 Small/Micro Business Enterprise Program and Minority/Women Business Enterprise Certification and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective January 14, 2015;

(2) direct the School Board Attorney to (a) seek and receive a report from EuQuant, Inc., regarding possible construction subcontracting disparities, (b) to consider community and stakeholder concerns and input, (c) to propose recommended policy amendments and administrative procedures based on the study results and community
and stakeholder input, and ( d) to propose any other policy amendments necessary to improve and enhance this policy.

G-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 8351, ELECTRONIC DATA SECURITY BREACH NOTICE REQUIREMENTS, AND AMENDED BOARD POLICIES 8332, BIOMETRIC INFORMATION RESTRICTION AND PRIVACY PROTECTIONS, AND 2430.01, SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt new Board policy 8351, Electronic Data Security Breach Notice Requirements, and amend Board Policies 8332, Biometric Information Restriction and Privacy Protections, and 2430.01, School Volunteers and authorize the Superintendent to file the new and amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective January 14, 2015.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15‑001 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Take Stock in Children.

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL SLAVERY AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse January 2015 as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-5 SCHOOL CAFETERIA ENVIRONMENT (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. evaluate current levels of supervision and the environment for elementary grades in school cafeterias; and,

2. explore ways to improve upon the supervision and environment for elementary grades in school cafeterias and examine the feasibility of such efforts; and,

3. provide a response by the March 2015 School Board meeting.

H-6 RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE ETHICS ADVISORY TASK FORCE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the recommendations of the Ethics Advisory Committee Task Force listed above and appoint the School Board Attorney's Office to serve as administrative liaison.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2015 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2015 as Arts in Our Schools Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING NICHOLAS MESA OF JOHN A. FERGUSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PEREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-003 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Nicholas Mesa of John A. Ferguson Sr. High School.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse additional schools for submittal under the Safe Routes to School infrastructure grant program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and request the Superintendent to formalize the grant applications accordingly.

H-11 PET EDUCATION AND RESPONSIBILITY TRAINING PROGRAM FOR M-DCPS STUDENTS (revised 4)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent explore the feasibility of working with appropriate entities, including PTM, on the production of a pet welfare video that may be aired in Miami-Dade County Public Schools during Be Kind to Animals Week.

H-12 school board ENDORSEMENT OF FEBRUARY 2015 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-002 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorsing February 2015 as National Black History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-13 LITIGATION FILED BY UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Pursue action as follows: (a) Continue to seek appropriate legislative remedies, especially the elimination of the 1 % per month interest provision; (b) Seek remedies to close loopholes that allow continuing delays in the VAB hearing process; (c) Seek legislative change permitting school districts to budget at 95% of expected tax revenue rather
than 96%; and (d) Seek to eliminate the two-year delay in the closeout of the final certification of the tax roll; (e) forge an agenda to ensure that a backlog is not recreated once the current one is cleared; (f) negotiate and enter into a contractual agreement with the necessary parties for the collection of property taxes which will set measurable expectations and consequences for failure to meet the same in the future.
2. Seek legal action as appropriate to expedite a lasting resolution to this matter. If legal course is recommended, the Board should be notified and legal representation from outside counsel considered.

H-14 SCHOOL BOARD CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE MIAMI-DADE VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm the Chair\u2019s new appointments and elect: Ms. Raquel A. Regalado to represent the School Board on the Value Adjustment Board and Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman as the alternate representative of the School Board on the Value Adjustment Board.

H-15 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COUNTY COMMISSIONER JEAN MONESTIME, FIRST HAITIAN-AMERICAN ELECTED TO THE COUNTY COMMISSION AND AS CHAIRMAN (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-005 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Jean Monestime, first Haitian-American elected to the County Commission and as Chairman.

H-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE BOARD MEMBERS OF HAMPTON HOUSE TRUST, INC. (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 15-004 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hampton House Trust, Inc.

H-17 DISSEMINATE INFORMATION AS IT RELATES TO ENROLLMENT EVENTS AND LOCATIONS, AS WELL AS HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN OPTIONS UNDER THE AFFORDABLE CARE ACT (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

Gather and disseminate detailed information prepared for each School District within the Miami-Dade County Public School system, specifically as it relates to health insurance plan options under the affordable care act, as well as enrollment events and locations in each District.

H-19 EFFECTIVENESS OF THE TRAUNCY INTERVENTION PROGRAM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Determine the effectiveness of the truancy intervention program by providing information including but not limited to the following: (a) demographic information of the students in the program; (b) the effect on student dropout rates and suspensions; (c) breakdown of truancy complaints filed per District; and (d) the level of parental involvement in the intervention program; and

2. Provide specific recommendations and methods that administrators within individual Districts and/or schools that are experiencing high truancy rates can implement to reduce these incidents

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison, and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

DECEMBER 14, 2016 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-113 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FRANK MARION III

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 16-113 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Frank Marion III as the Special Olympics Coach of the Year as designated by The Special Olympics of Miami-Dade County.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-114 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING STUDENTS PAOLO CESTI AND STARLA SANTANA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 16-1143 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing students Paolo Cesti and Starla Santana.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-112 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JESSICA SINKFIELD

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-112 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Jessica Sinkfield.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-115 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CHARLENE BOUIE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-115 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida recognizing Charlene Bouie.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-111 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING LOURDES GIMENEZ (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-111 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Lourdes Gimenez.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-116 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI SOUTHRIDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM AND HEAD COACH WILLIAM \u201cBILLY\u201d ROLLE (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-116 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Miami Southridge Senior High School

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • New World School of the Arts Concert Choir

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

  • Five Star School Award
  • Memorial Tribute to Susan Miller

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • November 22, 2016 School Board Organization Meeting
  • November 23, 2016 SchoolBoard Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2016 STEM Designation
  • LabelFranc\u00c9ducation Accreditation

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2016-2017 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2016-2017 Educational Excellence School Advisory Council (EESAC) rosters.

C-2 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS (SIPs) (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2016-2017 School Improvement Plans.

C-100 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: INITIAL READING: POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM OCTOBER 7, 2016 THROUGH NOVEMBER 24, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1090 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from October 7, 2016 through November 24, 2016.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective December 15, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED:1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Ms. Chrystal D. Blue, Secretary/Treasurer, Dr. Henry W. Mack/West Little River K-8 Center, suspension without pay
for five (5) workdays, effective December 26, 2016.
B)Mr. Luciano Domech, Custodian, Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective December 26, 2016.
C)Mr. Osdany Hernandez, Custodian, Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective December 26, 2016.
D)Ms. Maura Lopez, Custodian, Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective December 26, 2016.
E)Mr. Hermes Martinez, Lead Custodian, Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center, suspension without pay for seven (7) calendar days, effective December 26, 2016.
F)Mr. Wisler Monestime, Lead Custodian, North Miami Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10)
calendar days, effective December 15, 2016.
G-Mr. Ivan Rojas, Custodian, Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective December 26, 2016.
H)Mr. Felix Trujillo, Custodian, Eugenia B. Thomas K-8 Center, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective December 26, 2016.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:
A)Ms. Rose G. Davidson, Teacher, Rainbow Park Elementary School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective December 15, 2016.

D-67 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENT TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-20 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year;

2. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion; and

3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

D-68 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR:

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2017-2018, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 21, 2017

ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2017-2018, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 21, 2017

JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2017-2018, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 7, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. the Elementary and Secondary School Calendar \u2013 2017 -2018, with a start date of August 21, 2017;

2. the Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar \u2013 2017 -2018, with a start date of August 21, 2017; and

3. the Juvenile Justice Center School Calendar \u2013 2017 - 2018, with a start date of July 7, 2017.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending October 2016

E-35 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-110 AUTHORIZING DIRECT PLACEMENT OF UP TO $50,700,000 AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF THE SERIES 2008C COPS IN A FIVE-YEAR FLOATING RATE PERIOD WITH BANK OF AMERICA, N.A. OR AN AFFILIATE OF BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 16-110 authorizing the Direct Placement of up to $50,700,000 aggregate principal amount of the Series 2008C COPs in an Index Floating Rate Period of five years with Bank of America, N.A. or an affiliate of Bank of America Corporation.

E-36 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive the annual report of the activities of the Treasury Advisory Committee for 2016 (Attachment A)

E-37 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PFM FINANCIAL ADVISORS LLC, PURSUANT TO REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP16-028-MT \u2013 FINANCIAL ADVISOR (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to negotiate and enter into a contractual services agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and PFM Financial Advisors LLC, pursuant to Request For Proposals No. RFP16-028-MT \u2013 FINANCIAL ADVISOR, to provide long term financial advisory services based on the ability to meet the needs of the District in connection with the financing for the District\u2019s ongoing Capital Construction Program and other needs, effective January 1, 2017, through December 31, 2019, with two (2) one-year renewal options, as follows:

Highest Rated Financial Advisor Proposal

PFM FINANCIAL ADVISORS LLC
255 ALHAMBRA CIRCLE, SUITE 404
CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
SERGIO MASVIDAL, MANAGING DIRECTOR

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase services as per the attached fee schedule (Exhibit A \u2013 Fee Schedule).

E-38 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND GREENBERG TRAURIG, P.A. AND EDWARDS & FEANNY, P.A., JOINTLY, AND NABORS, GIBLIN & NICKERSON, P.A., PURSUANT TO REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NUMBER RFP16-029-MT \u2013 DEBT COUNSEL SERVICES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent or designee, to enter into contractual services agreements between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Greenberg Traurig, P.A. and Edwards & Feanny, P.A., jointly, and Nabors, Giblin & Nickerson, P.A. and Moreira IP Law, P.A., jointly, pursuant to Request For Proposal No. RFP16-029-MT \u2013 DEBT COUNSEL, to provide legal advice and all necessary legal services related to debt issuance, including bond/special tax counsel services and/or disclosure counsel services, for the Office of Treasury Management, effective March 1, 2017, through February 28, 2020, with two (2) one-year renewal options, as follows:

a. GREENBERG TRAURIG, P.A.
333 S.E. 2ND AVENUE, SUITE 4400
MIAMI, FL 33131
ROBERT C. GANG, SHAREHOLDER
BOND COUNSEL

b. EDWARDS & FEANNY, P.A. (M/WBE)
9580 SW 107TH AVENUE, SUITE 204B
MIAMI, FL 33176
DEBORAH A. MORDECAI EDWARDS, SHAREHOLDER
CO-BOND COUNSEL

c. NABORS, GIBLIN & NICKERSON, P.A.
2502 ROCKY POINT DRIVE, SUITE 1060
TAMPA, FL 33607
RITESH S. PATEL, SHAREHOLDER
DISCLOSURE COUNSEL

d. MOREIRA IP LAW, P.A. (M/WBE)
9822 NE 2ND AVENUE, SUITE 7
MIAMI SHORES, FL 33138
JANET C. MOREIRA, PRESIDENT/OWNER
CO-DISCLOSURE COUNSEL

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase services as per the attached fee schedules (Exhibit A and B \u2013 Fee Schedule).

E-51 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve twelve (12) new applications for contractor prequalification of which one (1) company received triple license prequalification and one (1) company received dual license prequalification.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve seven (7) new applications for contractor prequalification of which one (1) company received triple license prequalification.

E-66 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-041-PP10 GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE & FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Reject Request for Proposal No. RFP 041-PP10 - Group Term Life Insurance & Flexible Benefits Program, Long Term Care (LTC) component.

E-86 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT, AUDITOR\u2019S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS AND MANAGEMENT LETTER FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Auditor\u2019s Communication of Audit Results and Management Letter for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2016.

E-87 AUDIT OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, JUNE 30, 2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Educational Facilities Impact Fee Fund, Special- Purpose Financial Statements, June 30, 2016.

E-88 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of Magnet Educational Choice Association (MECA), Inc., for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2016.

E-89 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-90 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Construction Program Management Support Services Contract

E-91 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 43 OF 126 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 43_of 126 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2016.

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-025-AC \u2013 RECYCLING COLLECTION SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-025-AC \u2013 RECYCLING COLLECTION SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, to provide recycling collection services, for the Miami-Dade County Public School District, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of December 14, 2016, through December 13, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a) GREEN TEAM RECYCING, LLC.
7410 WEST 18TH LANE
HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: REGLA GOMEZ, MANAGER MEMBER

ALTERNATE

b) THOROUGHBRED WASTE SERVICES, LLC.
6574 N STATE ROAD 7, SUITE 229
COCONUT CREEK, FLORIDA 33073
OWNER/OFFICER: JILLIANN H LOPAPA, MANAGER MEMBER

c) WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA
1001 FANNIN STREET
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77002
OWNER/OFFICER: TIMOTHY HAWKINS, DIRECTOR

Highest charge for Groups 1- 7 Combined 397 locations: Items 8A and 8C.

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to the primary and alternate vendor(s) offering the lowest charges and largest rebate, as may be required for recycling services in Groups 1-8, for the initial contract term, and for two (2) additional one (1) year extension period(s).

E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-017-CV \u2013 AIR CONDITIONERS \u2013 WINDOW AND WALL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation to Bid No. ITB-16-017-CV \u2013 AIR CONDITIONERS - WINDOW AND WALL to purchase, at firm unit prices, quantities, as may be required, for stock items for the Maintenance Materials Management department with an initial effective date of December 14, 2016 through December 13, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

A. FRIEDRICH AIR CONDITIONING CO., LTD
10001 REUNION PLACE, SUITE 500
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78216-413
OWNER: CHUCK CAMPBELL, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $850,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $425,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-144AWARD DECEMBER INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-021-AC \u2013 SOLID WASTE COLLECTIONSERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-021-AC \u2013 SOLID WASTE COLLECTION SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, to provide solid waste collection services, for the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of December 14, 2016, through December 13, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a) GREAT WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES, LLC
3051 NW 129 STREET
OPA LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054
OWNER/OFFICER:CARLOS PICCINONNA, MANAGING MEMBER

b) WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA
1001 FANNIN STREET
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77002
OWNER: TIMOTHY HAWKINS, PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE

c) WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA
1001 FANNIN STREET
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77002
OWNER: TIMOTHY HAWKINS, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required of solid waste collection services, for up to the total estimated amount of $14,082,447, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $5,277,572 for two (2) additional one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-145 AWARD DECEMBER INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-020-AC \u2013 REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE; REPAIR, REPLACE, REFIT, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-020-AC \u2013 REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE; REPAIR, REPLACE, REFIT, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL, to establish a list of preapproved vendors to provide labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary to replace and/or repair refrigeration equipment and related components, for the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of March 1, 2017 through February 28, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a) ADVANCE CASE PARTS, INC.
12489 NW 44TH STREET
CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33065
OWNER/OFFICER: PAUL PODHURST, PRESIDENT

b) AIR CONTRACTING & REFRIGERATION, INC. MBE
10710 SW 125TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: ALDO ROMEU HERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

c) MB AIR SYSTEM CORP. MBE
1640 NW 135 STREET
NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33167
OWNER/OFFICER: MARTIN A. BODDEN, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

d) MIAMI RESTAURANTS REPAIRS, INC.
7150 NW 77TH TERRACE
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: ALBERTO RAMIREZ, PRESIDENT

e) PREMIER AIRCONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION, INC. SBE Tier 1
2165 WEST 10TH COURT
HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33010
OWNER/OFFICER: JOSE L. HERNANDEZ JR., PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

f) TEMPROL AIR CONDITIONING, INC. SBE Tier 1
7169 SW 42ND TERRACE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: RAYMOND LOPEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required of labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary to replace and/or repair refrigeration equipment and related components, for up to the total estimated amount of $3,500,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount >not to exceed $1,750,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-146 AWARD DECEMBER INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-026-AC \u2013 HEALTHY VENDING PROGRAM (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-026-AC, HEALTHY VENDING PROGRAM, to establish a revenue generating contract, to provide healthy snack and beverage vending machines, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, at school sites and at designated non-school site locations, during the term of the bid, effective March 1, 2017 through February 28, 2019, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. BETTOLI TRADING CORPORATION
D.B.A. BETTOLI VENDING
6095 N.W. 167th STREET, UNIT D-4
HIALEAH, FL 33015
OWNER: MAURIZIO BETTOLI, PRESIDENT

b. RIGHT CHOICE VENDING/COFFEE, LLC
1440 SW 31ST STREET
POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA 33069
OWNER/OFFICER: NICHOLAS DEPASQUALE, AUTHORIZED MEMBER

ALTERNATE

c. BETTOLI TRADING CORPORATION
D.B.A. BETTOLI VENDING
6095 N.W. 167th STREET, UNIT D-4
HIALEAH, FL 33015
OWNER: MAURIZIO BETTOLI, PRESIDENT

d. RIGHT CHOICE VENDING /COFFEE, LLC
1440 SW 31ST STREET
POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA 33069
OWNER/OFFICER: NICHOLAS DEPASQUALE, AUTHORIZED MEMBER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to the vendors offering the highest student access and non-student access, as may be required of healthy vending services, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s).

E-147 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-015-AC - SANITATION AND CLEANING SUPPLY PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT Invitation to Bid No. ITB-16-015-AC \u2013 Sanitation and Cleaning Supply Program, to permit rebidding, as only one bid proposal was submitted for the solicited services.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR FIVE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept two grant awards and three donations for five programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the District Instructional Leadership and Faculty Development Grant, in the approximate amount of $862,879, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, 2016-2017 School Improvement Initiative 1003(a), in the approximate amount of $2,908,899, for the grant period of October 1, 2016, through September 30, 2017;

National Institute of School Leadership for in-kind support in the approximate amount of $811,000, for the period of November 9, 2016, through March 13, 2018;

d. CATCH Global Foundation for in-kind support under the Coordinated Approach to Child Health (CATCH) program, in the approximate amount of $79,401, for the period of January 9, 2017, through June 30, 2017; and

e. Florida Panthers Youth Hockey School Program for in-kind support under the National Hockey League and the Florida Panthers Foundation, in the approximate amount of $50,864, for the period of January 9, 2017, through June 30, 2017.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements:

a. Stronge and Associates Educational Consulting, LLC, in the approximate amount of amount of $100,000; and

b. College of William and Mary School of Education, in the approximate amount of $334,841.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the Florida Department of Education;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A USE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH (\u201cCITY\u201d), A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, FOR USE OF THE FLAMINGO PARK BASEBALL STADIUM BY MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2231 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE USE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AMENDING ANY EXHIBITS, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE USE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) finalize negotiations and execute a Use Agreement with the City of Miami Beach (\u201cCity\u201d), a Municipal Corporation of the State of Florida, for use of the Flamingo Park Baseball Stadium by Miami Beach Senior High School, located at 2231 Prairie Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) grant or deny all approvals required under the Use Agreement, including amending any exhibits, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Use Agreement, and placing the City in default, as may be applicable.

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS, AND FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT AND CHAIR TO EXECUTE, AS NECESSARY: (withdrawn)

1) AN AMENDMENT TO THE GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, TO FACILITATE CAPACITY EXPANSION OF THE DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (\u201cSCHOOL\u201d), LOCATED AT 8390 N.W. 53 STREET, DORAL, FLORIDA 33166; AND

2) AN AMENDMENT TO THE DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS IN FAVOR OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND

3) ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO FACILITATE EXPANSION OF THE SCHOOL, WITH ANY AND ALL COSTS, FEES OR EXPENDITURES RELATED TO SAID EXPANSION TO BE COVERED BY THE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations, and for the Superintendent and Chair to execute, as necessary:

1) an Amendment to the Ground Lease Agreement with Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, to facilitate capacity expansion of the Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School (\u201cSchool\u201d), located at 8390 N.W. 53 Street, Doral, Florida 33166; and

2) an Amendment to the Declaration Of Restrictions In Favor Of The School Board Of Miami-Dade County, Florida; and

3) any other documents that may be required to facilitate expansion of the School, with any and all costs, fees or expenditures related to said expansion to be covered by the School.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, L.L.P., AS THE ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR BUILDING 04 REPLACEMENT - PHASE I AT MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2231 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139, PROJECT NUMBER 01339400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Gili-McGraw Architects, L.L.P., as Architect/Engineer of Record Sheltered Market - Micro Business Enterprises for Building 04 Replacement - Phase I at Miami Beach Senior High School, located at 2231 Prairie Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, Project Number 01339400, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $169,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF UNITECH BUILDERS CORP., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR BUILDING 04 REPLACEMENT \u2013 PHASE 1 AT MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2231 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139, PROJECT NUMBER 01339400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Unitech Builders Corp., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market Small Business Enterprise) for Building 04 Replacement - Phase 1 at Miami Beach Senior High School, located at 2231 Prairie Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, Project Number 01339400, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $18,200 for Pre-Construction Services; and

2) The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 TERMINATION (WITHOUT CAUSE) OF R.J. HEISENBOTTLE ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), SHELTERED MARKET FOR SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES, FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS, PROJECT NUMBER 01433400, AND NON-GOB FUNDED ADDITION, REMODELING AND RENOVATIONS, PROJECT NUMBER 01436100, AT DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, terminate (without cause) R.J. Heisenbottle Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record, Sheltered Market for Small Business Enterprises, for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations, Project Number 01433400, and Non-GOB funded Addition, Remodeling and Renovations, Project Number 01436100, at Design and Architecture Senior High School, located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33137.

F-29 AUTHORIZATION TO CANCEL REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) 132 AND REJECT ALL RFQ RESPONSES RECEIVED FROM ARCHITECT/ ENGINEERS FOR A SCHOOL REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137, PROJECT NUMBER 01612200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the cancellation of Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 132 and reject all RFQ Responses received from Architect/Engineers for a School Replacement project at Design and Architecture Senior High School, located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33137, Project Number 01612200.

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B.-1 Final Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01216100, General Obligation Bond funded addition of New Grade 6-12 Facility, Maritime & Science Technology Academy for a credit of $33,468.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED NEW POLICY 6327, PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS AND UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS, AND CONFORMING AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 0166, NONPUBLIC MEETINGS; 6320, PURCHASING, 6320.03, BIDS AND AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS; 6330, ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING,
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, AND
INSPECTION SERVICES; AND 6325, CONE OF SILENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to promulgate new Policy 6327, Public-Private Partnerships and Unsolicited Proposals, and to amend Policies 0166, Non-Public Meetings; 6320, Purchasing; 6320.03, Bids and Award of Construction Contract Procedures and Regulations; 6330, Architectural, Engineering, Landscape Architectural, Land Surveying, Construction Management, Program
Management, and Inspection Services, and 6325, Cone of Silence.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-4 ENDORSEMENT OF JANUARY AS NATIONAL SLAVERY AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse January 2017 as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-5 STATUS UPDATE ON FRAGILE SCHOOLS (revised 5)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Provide a status update on the District\u2019s fragile schools that includes information regarding school improvement
planning, intervention and support, leadership, teacher quality and support, professional development, curriculum, resource allocation, technology, and parental and community partnerships no later than February 15, 2017; and

2. Provide a status update on fragile schools regarding same to the Board on a monthly basis; and

3. Explore the establishment of a District Advisory Board to provide input and support to fragile schools and present
same no later than February 15, 2017.

H-6 YOUTH PROGRAMMING (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, encourage the Superintendent to seek out opportunities to collaborate with entities that can deliver, free of charge to the children, high quality and engaging youth programming during out of school times.

H-7 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE \u201c2017 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR\u201d ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2017 (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting the College Fair and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in the \u201c2017 Miami National College Fair\u201d on Sunday, February 26, 2017.

H-8 BOARD MEMBER ITEMS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida pilot a practice for a period of six (6) months requiring that all School Board Member action items or Resolutions seeking a call to action be reviewed and approved by the School Board Attorney as to form and legal sufficiency, prior to presentation of these items at the appropriate School Board Committee meetings, and that if - upon its completion - the pilot is deemed successful, direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to formalize the practice.

H-9 IMPLEMENTATION OF MEDICAL MARIJUANA LAW AS IT PERTAINS TO STUDENTS AND EMPLOYEES (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Request that the Superintendent collaborates with the Florida Association of District School Superintendents for the creation of a task force including professionals from the medical field to develop recommendations and added protections related to the implementation of Amendment 2; and

2. Amend its 2017 State Legislative Platform to include the prohibition of (1) medical marijuana dispensaries within 2,500 feet of a school excluding dispensaries where the sole product is medical marijuana, (2) medical marijuana products that look like and are packaged as candy or other enticing food or drink items, and (3) medical marijuana products on school property without administrative supervision as deemed appropriate by the Superintendent of Schools.

H-10 STUDENT BEHAVIOR \u2013 DISCIPLINE OF DISCRIMINATORY BEHAVIOR (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, directs the Superintendent as part of the Code of Student Conduct review process to provide corrective actions that address various acts of discrimination or discriminatory behavior.

H-11 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse additional schools for submittal under the Safe Routes to School infrastructure grant program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and request the Superintendent to formalize the grant applications accordingly.

H-12 SCHOOL BOARD CONFIRMATION AND ELECTION OF REPRESENTATIVES TO THE MIAMI-DADE VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, elect Dr. Marta Perez, Vice Chair of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, as the Board\u2019s representative and Ms. Lubby Navarro, School Board Member, as the Board\u2019s alternate representative to the Miami-Dade County Value Adjustment Board.

H-13 RECORDS MANAGEMENT AND RETENTION \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER OFFICES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Provide guidelines offering training, guidance and support related to records management and retention for Board Members and their staff, in compliance with Florida State Statutes and Board Policy; and

2. Report such guidelines to the Board by the February 15, 2017 School Board Meeting.

H-14 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS)/ AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME), LOCAL 1184 SUPPORT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR PROGRAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to report to the Board on the selection of the M-DCPS/AFSCME, Local 1184, Support Employee of the Year Program for 2016-2017, and provide recommendations for the implementation of a recognition program, in consultation with AFSCME Local 1184. Report back to the Board by the January 25, 2017, School Board Meeting.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

NOVEMBER 23, 2016 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-104 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING M. GARY NEUMAN

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-104 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing M. Gary Neuman.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION N). 16-108 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING WHITNEY UNTIEDT ( revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-108 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Whitney Untiedt.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-105 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. PANDWE ALETHA GIBSON (revised 3)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-105 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Pandwe Aletha Gibson.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-106 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BROWNSVILLE CIVIC NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-106 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Brownsville Civic Neighborhood Association.

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-107 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HON. BETSY KAPLAN (revised 3)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-107 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hon. Betsy Kaplan.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-109 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JOSEPH CORTESE (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-109 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Joseph A. Cortese.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Miami Norland Senior High School Chamber Wind Ensemble

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • October 13, 25, and 27, 2016
  • November 1 and 3, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • October 5, 2016 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • 2016 NAF Academy Assessment Results

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM SEPTEMBER 9, 2016 THROUGH OCTOBER 6, 2016

2. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION \u2013 DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 37

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the Personnel Action Listing 1089 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from September 9, 2016 through October 6, 2016

2. accept the resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 37, as of the dates indicated.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective November 24, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the item.

D-22 REQUEST BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL TO CONTRACT PERSONNEL FOR OPEN BUDGETED POSITION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, grant the request by the Inspector General to hire Mr. Jorge R. Gonzalez as OIG Special Agent on a contractual basis.

D-23 APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - DR. MARTIN KARP

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, grant a personal leave of absence from teaching to Dr. Martin Karp for a one-year period, effective November 21, 2016.

D-24 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5511, DRESS CODE AND SCHOOL UNIFORMS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend School Board Policy 5511, Dress Code and School Uniforms, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective November 23, 2016.

D-25 RATIFICATION OF THE 2016-2017 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ADDENDUM TO THE 2015-2018 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS\u2019 ASSOCIATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2016-2017 Tentative Agreement Addendum to the DCSAA labor contract effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018.

D-26 RATIFICATION OF THE 2016-2017 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ADDENDUM TO THE 2015-2018 LABOR CONTRACT AND THE 2017 EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAM MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2016-2017 Tentative Agreement Addendum to the DCSMEC labor contract effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018, and the 2017 Employee Benefit Program MOU with DCSMEC.

D-27 APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND SEVERN E. BRADWELL AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184, FMCS CASE NO. 160926-58229-3

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the resignation of Severn E. Bradwell and approve the Settlement Agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Severn E. Bradwell and The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Local 1184, to resolve in its entirety FMCS Case No. 160926-58229-3.

D-28 RATIFICATION OF THE 2016-2017 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ADDENDUM TO THE 2015-2018 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2016-2017 Tentative Agreement Addendum to the AFSCME labor contract effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018, if ratified by AFSCME bargaining unit members.

D-29 REQUEST APPROVAL OF AMENDED IO AND GO SALARY SCHEDULES TO COMPLY WITH NEW STATE MINIMUM WAGE FOR AFFECTED POSITIONS AND PROVIDE SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR AFFECTED EMPLOYEES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the amended IO and GO Salary Schedules to comply with new State minimum wage for affected positions and provide salary adjustments for affected employees effective January 1, 2017.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Ms. Shalon T. Anderson, Paraprofessional I, Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center, suspension without pay for ten ( 10) workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
B)Ms. Percide Belony, Bus Aide, Northwest Transportation, suspension without pay for five (5) calendar days, effective November 24, 2016.
C)Mr. Derrick A Buchanan, Custodian, Homestead Senior High School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective November 24, 2016.
D)Mr. Christopher A Castro, Teacher, Cutler Bay Middle School, suspension without pay for two (2) workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
E)Ms. Gladys Deslauriers, School Bus Driver, Northwest Transportation, suspension without pay for five (5) calendar days, effective November 24, 2016.
F)Mr. Alvin J. Garvin, Custodian, Scott Lake Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) calendar days, effective November 24, 2016.
G)Mr. John A Germain, Teacher, Design & Architecture Senior High School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
H)Mr. Davin J. Granberry, Teacher, Redland Middle School, suspension without pay for two (2) workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
I)Mr. Tyrone R. Henry, Paraprofessional 11, North County K-8 Center, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) workdays, effective November 28, 2016.
J)Ms. Colette James, Teacher, Holmes Elementary School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
K)Mr. Gabriel Lazo, School Security Monitor II, John A Ferguson Senior High School, suspension without pay for five
(5)workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
L)Mr. Joshua C. Paolino, Teacher, South Miami Middle School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
M)Ms. Dorothy F. Robertson-Taylor, Teacher, Riverside Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
N)Ms. Martha A Ross, Paraprofessional I, Miami Springs Middle School, suspension without pay for fifteen ( 15) workdays, effective November 24, 2016.
2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:
A)Mr. Samuel P. Payne, Teacher, Brownsville Middle School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective November 24, 2016.
B)Ms. Stephany Toledo, Teacher, Miami Southridge Senior High School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective November 24, 2016.

D-65 PROPOSED RENAMING OF PLC AT FORMER MACARTHUR NORTH (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, rename PLC at Former MacArthur North, located in the North Regional Center at 13835 N.W. 97th Avenue, Hialeah, Florida, 33018, to West Lakes Preparatory Academy.

D-66 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS AND ONE AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve two (2) charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board for:

1. Mater Academy, Inc. d/b/a Mater Academy Cutler Bay Middle School; and,

2. Mater Academy, Inc. d/b/a Mater High South.

B. Approve one (1) amended charter school contract for Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, Inc. on behalf of Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, (MSID 3002) to increase student enrollment capacity to 798 students for the 2017-2018 school year, an increase of 96 students; and increase student enrollment capacity to 950 students for the remaining term of the charter (the 2018-2019 and 2019-2020 school years), which is an increase of 204 and 182 students respectively.

C. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-67 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2016-2017 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into contractual agreements with the following sites for graduation rehearsals and exercises, May 31, 2017, through June 8, 2017:

  • Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
  • Area Stage Company at the Riviera Theater
  • Coral Gables Women\u2019s Club
  • Florida International University Arena
  • Florida International University Graham Center
  • Florida International University The Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center
  • James L. Knight Center
  • Jungle Island Treetop Ballroom
  • Manuel Artime Theater
  • Miami Dade College North Campus \u2013 Lehman Theater
  • Miami-Dade County Auditorium
  • Olympia Theater
  • Seminole Theater
  • Shepard and Ruth K. Broad Performing Arts Center, Barry University
  • South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
  • The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
  • University of Miami Maurice Gusman Concert Hall
  • University of Miami Watsco Center

2. enter into agreements for indemnification of the graduation sites listed in the agenda item; and

3. authorize payment for charges incurred to lease the facilities and to pay for ancillary services associated with graduation, e.g., stagehands, electricians, ushers, parking and parking attendants, the rental of audio-visual equipment, plants, chairs, pianos, crowd control dividers, and the rental of caps and gowns for District and Region administrators who will attend graduations as platform guests, at a total cost not to exceed $465,000.00.

The appropriation for these items is included in the General Fund of the 2016-2017 Adopted Budget.

D-68 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENT TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-13 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year;

2. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion; and

3. following the term of the expulsion, permit the student to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

D-69 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trips to:

1. Beijing, Xi\u2019an, and Shanghai, China for the students at Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School;

2. Paris, France and Barcelona, Spain for the students at Coral Reef Senior High School;

3. Venice, Rome and Florence, Italy for the students at Felix Varela Senior High School;

4. Venice, Rome and Florence, Italy for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior High School;

5. London, England for the students at Miami Art Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer;

6. Geneva and Lucerne, Switzerland; Frankfurt and Munich, Germany; and Salzburg, Austria for the students at Miami Beach Senior High School;

7. London, England; and Paris, France for the students at Miami Lakes Educational Center;

8. Johannesburg, Kruger National Park, and Cape Town, South Africa for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School;

9. Paris, Provence, and Nice, France; and Florence, Rome, Italy for the students at Ponce de Leon Middle School; and

10. Berlin, Dresden and Munich, Germany; Prague, Czech Republic; and Lucerne, Switzerland for the students at South Miami Senior High School.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending September 2016.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY REPORTS FOR JULY, AUGUST, AND SEPTEMBER 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 1,990 items with a depreciated cost of $429,204 and recoveries containing 11 items with a depreciated cost of $16,647 to update the records for July, August and September 2016.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AMENDMENT WITH FDG FLAGLER STATION II LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cFDG\u201d), TO MODIFY THE DEMISED AREA EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 18, 2015, AND EXTEND THE LEASE TERM FOR THE PERIOD OF DECEMBER 18, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 17, 2017, FOR USE BY THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33132

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a Lease Amendment with FDG Flagler Station II LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (\u201cFDG\u201d), to modify the demised area effective September 18, 2015, and extend the lease term for the period of December 18, 2016 through December 17, 2017, for use by the Design and Architecture Senior High School, located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, with rental payments due totaling $11,331.90, and under, substantially, the other terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $13,870,211 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF ZYSCOVICH, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR STATE SCHOOL \u201cM-1\u201d, NEW K-8 CENTER, PHASE I, (A REUSE OF K-8 CENTER IN DORAL, PHASE I), LOCATED AT S.W. 167 AVENUE AND S.W. 95 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33196, PROJECT NUMBER 01534700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Zyscovich, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for State School \u201cM-1\u201d, New K-8 Center, Phase I, (a reuse of Doral K-8 Center in Doral, Phase I), located at S.W. 167 Avenue and S.W. 95 Street, Miami, Florida 33196, Project Number 01534700, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $440,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2. supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and in the body of the agenda item.

F-29 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT AGREEMENT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH, WITH RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS FOLLOWS:

1) EXTEND THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT FOR ONE YEAR;

2) ADD AVI\u00d1O & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS AN ALTERNATE CIVIL ENGINEER; AND

3) ALL OTHER FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS SHALL REMAIN THE SAME AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to amend the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant Agreement for miscellaneous projects up to $2 million each, with Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as follows:

1) extend the term of the Agreement for one year;

2) add Avi\u00f1o & Associates, Inc., as an alternate Civil Engineer; and

3) all fees, terms and conditions shall remain the same as in the original Agreement.

F-30 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENT WITH D2 CONSTRUCTION, INC., TO REFLECT THE COMPANY\u2019S GRADUATION FROM MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE TO SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE STATUS AS A SHELTERED MARKET CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1 MILLION EACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize Amendment to the Agreement with D2 Construction, Inc., to reflect the company\u2019s <>graduation to Small Business Enterprise status as a Sheltered Market Construction Management at-Risk firm for Miscellaneous Projects up to $1 million each.

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order No. 2 on Project No. 01329500, GOB funded campus replacement, Bunche Park Elementary for an additional cost of $62,530.00.

B-2. Change Order No.4 on Project No. 01138500, GOB funded campus replacement Frederick Douglass Elementary for an additional cost of $20,767.55

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT ROCKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2790 S.W. 93 COURT MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165; PROJECT NUMBER 01425200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract to M.A.C. Construction, Incorporated, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Rockway Elementary School, located at 2790 S.W. 93 Court, Miami, Florida 33165; Project Number 01425200, in the amount of $4,718,013 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $157,544.

F-42 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT SPRINGVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1122 BLUEBIRD AVENUE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33166; PROJECT NUMBER 01435400 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract to Link Construction Group, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Springview Elementary School, located at 1122 Bluebird Avenue, Miami Springs, Florida 33166; Project Number 01435400, in the amount of $3,265,058, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $112,401.

F-44 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO STOBS BROS. CONSTRUCTION CO., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT HENRY H. FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 531 WEST 29 STREET, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012, PROJECT NUMBER 01433700.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract to Stobs Bros. Construction Co. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Henry H. Filer Middle School, located at 531 West 29 Street, Hialeah, Florida, 33012; Project Number 01433700, in the amount of $2,210,882, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $111,922.

F-60 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-048-HR \u2013 MAINTENANCE INSPECTION DEFICIENCIES REPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-048-HR \u2013 MAINTENANCE INSPECTION DEFICIENCIES REPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS, to establish a list of preapproved vendors to address reactive and proactive health and safety-to-life deficiencies, and miscellaneous building repair/renovation work for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of November 23, 2016 through November 22, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. CANSECO ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS, MBE/MWBE INC.
7175 SW 43RD STREET
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: BARBARA CANSECO, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

b. D\u2019UNIVERSAL BUILDERS, INC. MBE/MWBE
11385 SW 58 TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33173
OWNER/OFFICER: EVA DOTRES, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

c. IGWT CONSTRUCTION, INC. MBE/MWBE
5931 NW 173 DRIVE, SUITE 1
MIAMI, FL 33015
OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT L. TAYLOR, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN

d. KASAS CONSTRUCTION, INC. MBE
2560 BASS WAY
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33026
OWNER/OFFICER: KAMRAN OKHOVAT, PRESIDENT

e. METRO CONTRACTOR, INC. MBE/MWBE
5301 NW 158 TERRACE, UNIT 301
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: AMAT FERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

f. MEXAL CORPORATION SBE Tier 1/MWBE
7424 SW 48 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: FRANCISCO LLAMOZAS, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $5,800,000 for the initial contract term, and at an amount not to exceed $2,900,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-61 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-057-HR\u2013HVAC AND CONTROLS: REPAIR,REPLACE, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-057-HR \u2013 HVAC AND CONTROLS: REPAIR, REPLACE, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL, to establish a list of preapproved vendors, to furnish labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary, to repair/replace HVAC equipment, controls and related components for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of November 23, 2016 through November 22, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. AIR CONTRACTING & MBE/MWBE
REFRIGERATION, INC
10710 SW 125 AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: ALDO J. ROMEU, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

b. BLIZZARD AIR CONDITIONING, LLC MBE
14346 SW 157 STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33177
OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT VILLAVERDE, OWNER
HISPANIC AMERICAN

c. CLARK CONTRACTING SOLUTIONS, LLC
DBA FORAIR
13701 SW 143 COURT, SUITE 101
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: HECTOR SANTINI, ACCOUNT MANAGER

d. COLTEC ENGINEERING, INC. MWBE
12169 SW 131 AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: LORENZO FERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

e. COOL-BREEZE AIR CONDITIONING CORP.
13120 SW 130 TERRACE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: FRANK CRAWLEY, PRESIDENT f. COOL WATER AIR CONDITIONING, INC. SBE
760 SOUTH SHORE DRIVE
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33141
OWNER/OFFICER: STEPHEN KERNEY, PRESIDENT

g. D.A.C. AIR CONDITIONING CORP. MWBE/SBE
12440 SW 128 STREET, # 6
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
OWNER: MARIO L. DIAZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

h. DAIKIN APPLIED AMERICAS INC.
DBA DAIKIN APPLIED
15712 SW 41 STREET, SUITE 6
DAVIE, FLORIDA 33331
OWNER/OFFICER: GUILLERMO FERIA, DISTRICT MGR.

i. EARL HAGOOD, INC.
897 SW 67 AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33144
OWNER/OFFICER: ROGER WHITE, PRESIDENT

j. FXP CORPORATION MWBE/SBE
7400 SW 50 TERRACE, SUITE 103
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: FRANCISCO PEREZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

k. JASCKO CORP.
13200 SW 128 STREET, # B-1
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: WILLIAM ANNON, CFO

l. KOLDAIRE, INC.
11955 NW 37 STREET
CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33065
OWNER/OFFICER: FRANK O. MONTI JR., PRESIDENT

m. MRSE LLC
DBA ROTH SOUTHEAST
2260 SW 66 TERRACE
DAVIE, FLORIDA 33317
OWNER/OFFICER: NEIL CAPORALE, V.P. OPERATIONS

n. PREMIER AIR CONDITIONING MWBE/SBE
& REFRIGERATION, INC.
2165 WEST 10 COURT
HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33010
OWNER/OFFICER: JOSE HERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

o. SIEMENS INDUSTRY, INC.
3021 NORTH COMMERCE PARWAY
MIRAMAR, FLORIDA 33025
OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID SANTO, AREA MANAGER

p. SOUTHEASTERN CHILLER OF MIAMI, INC.
3800 NW 126 AVENUE
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
OWNER/OFFICER: PHIL LaROCHE, OWNER

q. TEMPTROL AIR CONDITIONING, INC. MWBE/SBE
7169 SW 42 TERRACE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: RAYMOND LOPEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

r. THERMO AIR, INC.
2875 NORTH 29 AVENUE
HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA 33020
OWNER/OFFICER: C. RENI DEWIT, PRESIDENT

s. TRANE U.S. INC.
2884 CORPORATE WAY
MIRAMAR, FLORIDA 33025
OWNER/OFFICER: FERNANDO LAGOMASINO,
FLORIDA DISTRICT MANAGER

t. WEATHERTROL MAINTENANCE CORP. MWBE
7250 NE 4 AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33138
OWNER/OFFICER: CARLOS BORJA, VICE PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $7,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $3,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

3. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to release an additional Invitation to Bid specifically targeting local small/micro/minority businesses that are new to providing services for the District.

F-62REJECT INVITATION TO BID ITB NO. ITB-15-91-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKINGFACILITIES, LOCATED AT NE 14TH STREET AND NE 2ND AVENUE

REJECT INVITATION TO BID ITB NO. ITB-16-004-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES, LOCATED AT J.W. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 735 WEST 23RD STREET, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33010

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. REJECT Invitation to Bid No. ITB-15-91-YWP \u2013 Commercial Leasing of Paved-Parking Facilities, located at NE 14th Street and NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132, to permit rebidding.

2. REJECT Invitation to Bid No. ITB-16-004-YWP \u2013 Commercial Leasing of Paved-Parking Facilities, located at J.W. Johnson Elementary School, 735 West 23rd Street, Hialeah, Florida, 33010, to permit rebidding.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve six (6) new applications for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. LEONEL MARRERO, DOAH Case No. 16-2074TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Leonel Marrero, DOAH Case No. 16-2074TTS, terminating Respondent\u2019s employment.

G-2 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN THE CASE OF N.E.O., a minor, and Sandra Martinez, as guardian and individually v. Miami-Dade County Public School Board, Jesse J. McCrary Jr. Elementary School, Maria Calvet-Cuba, and JOHN DOE 1 and JANE DOE 2, Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court Case No. 16-019958 CA 01.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current Board employee who has been individually named as a Defendant in the case of N.E.O, a minor, and Sandra Martinez, as guardian and individually v. Miami-Dade County Public School Board, Jesse J. McCrary Jr. Elementary School, Maria Calvet-Cuba, and JOHN DOE 1 and JANE DOE 2, Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court Case No. 16-019958 CA 01

G-3 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. HOPE SMITH, DOAH Case No. 14-2147 (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA v. HOPE SMITH, DOAH Case No. 14-2147, reinstating Respondent to her position as a paraprofessional, without any compensation or back pay for the period of her suspension through the date of her reinstatement.

G-4 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. KATHY E. DAVIS, DOAH Case No. 16-3757

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. KATHY E. DAVIS, DOAH Case No. 16-3757, reinstating Respondent to her position as a School Clerk l, without any compensation or back pay for the period of her suspension through the date of her reinstatement.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 INTERPRETATION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to review State Statute and School Board Policy and provide his interpretation of the appropriateness and practicality of developing a procedure to rotate Board leadership positions.

H-3 HOMEWORK

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore measures that will: empower educators by increasing their awareness of the District\u2019s homework policy, improve compliance with the same, consider the individual academic needs of each student, and parent input on what is best for their child. Report such measures back to the Board by the January 2017 School Board meeting.

H-5 FLAG RAISING PROTOCOL (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. review current processes regarding the raising, lowering and maintenance of the United States flag at each school; and

2. explore the implementation of a training program so each school has designated students responsible for the proper use and maintenance of the United States flag; and

3. provide a response by the February 2017 School Board meeting.

H-6 REVIEW SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES AND INITIATE CHANGES CONSISTENT WITH BEST PRACTICES (revised 4)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Review School Board Policy 0169.1 Public Participation at Board Meetings and bring forth recommendations, based on best practices and guidance as provided by the School Board Attorney and Richard J. Ovelmen, Esq., for discussion and revision at the February 2017 School Board meeting.

2. Review School Board Policy 7540.05 Staff Electronic Email language and bring forth recommendations that ensure policy compliance by and application to all authorized users to include, and specifically denote, School Board Members by the February 2017 School Board meeting for discussion and revision.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD CHAIRMANSHIP (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend School Board Policy 0150, Organization, to provide for two consecutive one-year term limits on the positions of Chair and Vice-Chair.

H-8 BUDGET OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS OFFICE (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request a recommendation from the Superintendent of Schools to review School Board Policy 6233, District Budgets, and bring forth recommendations that ensure uniform budgetary practices for School Board Members offices fund balance, including carryover funds remaining upon the separation by a School Board Member from their office, by the February 2017 School Board meeting for discussion and review.

H-9 REVIEW AND CLARIFICATION OF SCHOOL BOARD DECORUM POLICY, 0169.1 (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the School Board Attorney to conduct a thorough review and deliver a written report to the Board providing a clear and concise clarification of what is and what is not permitted under School Board Decorum Policy, 0169.1, no later than December 14, 2016.

H-10 COUNCIL OF GREAT CITY SCHOOLS 60TH ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE UPDATE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the Council of Great City Schools 60th Annual Fall Conference update.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION (revised)

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

NOVEMBER 22, 2016 INSTALLATION CEREMONY 10:00 A.M.
ORGANIZATION MEETING

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132, NO LATER THAN NOON, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2016.\u00a0

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Monday PM or Tuesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of changes to the Agenda click here.
Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes.\u00a0 \u00a0It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary.\u00a0 If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting.\u00a0 At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed.\u00a0 The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].
 
10:00 A.M.
INSTALLATION CEREMONYSchool Board Administration Building Auditorium
WELCOME 
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION 
OATH OF OFFICE 
ORGANIZATION MEETINGSchool Board Administration Building Auditorium
CALL TO ORDER
Superintendent Presiding

1. Welcome - Superintendent
2. Explanation of Procedures - Board Attorney
3. Election of Chair
4. Election of Vice Chair

5. Agenda Item SP-1 - Authorization of Signature of Board Officers

MOTION: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law.

6. Agenda Item SP-2 - Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2017.

 

 

 

 

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

OCTOBER 5, 2016 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-096 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JUDGE STANFORD BLAKE (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-096 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Judge Stanford Blake for his public service and commitment to the citizens of Miami-Dade County.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-099 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COX MEDIA GROUP (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-099 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Cox Media Group.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-100 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AARP NW MIAMI CHAPTER 4686 (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County,
Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-100 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing AARP NW MIAMI CHAPTER 4686.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-095 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NORTH MIAMI SR. HIGH NAF ACADEMY OF HEALTH SCIENCE FOR THEIR COLLABORATION WITH THE BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS SCHOOLS TO WORK PROGRAM WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No, 16-095 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing North Miami Sr. High NAF Academy of Health Science for their collaboration with the Big Brothers Big Sisters Schools to Work Program with Miami Dade County Public Schools.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-097 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SUPERINTENDENT ADVISORY PANEL INCLUSION AWARD WINNERS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-097 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Winston Park K-8 Center as the 2016-2017 Superintendent\u2019s District Advisory Panel for Students with Disabilities Inclusion Achievement Award recipient.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-098 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THEATRE PROJECT \u201cTHE R+J EFFECT\u201d

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-098 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing theatre project \u201cThe R+J Effect\u201d.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF NO. 16-102 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PARENT TO PARENT OF MIAMI (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-102 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Parent to Parent of Miami.

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-103 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICE DEPARTMENT, CITIZENS\u2019 CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY YOUTH CRIME WATCH DIVISION, AND THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR MISSING & EXPLOITED CHILDREN FOR THEIR PARTNERSHIP IN THE DISTRICT\u2019S KINDERGARTEN COP PROGRAM (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-103 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Miami-Dade County Public Schools Police Department, Citizens\u2019 Crime Watch Of Miami-Dade County Youth Crime Watch Division, And The National Center For Missing & Exploited Children For Their Partnership In The District\u2019s Kindergarten Cop Program.

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-101 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING COLONEL JOSIE FERNANDEZ (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-101 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Colonel Josie Fernandez.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Palm Springs Elementary School Chorus

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • September 1, 8, and 22, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • September 7, 2016 School Board Meeting
  • September 7, 2016 SecondBudget Public Hearing

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2016 STEM Designation
  • FAFSA Recognition
  • 2016 NAF Academy Assessment Results

A-2 REQUEST TO WAIVE AND SUSPEND PROHIBITIONS SET FORTH IN SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5830, STUDENT FUNDRA/SING IN ORDER TO ALLOW FOR FUNDRAISING AND/OR OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES IN SUPPORT OF RELIEF EFFORTS IN RESPONSE TO HURRICANE MATTHEW (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Waive and suspend prohibitions outline in School Board School Board Policy 5830, Student Fundraising in order to allow for fundraising and/or other charitable activities in support of relief efforts in response to Hurricane Matthew.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE DISTRICT\u2019S DIGITAL CLASSROOMS PLAN TO OBTAIN FUNDING UNDER THE FLORIDA DIGITAL CLASSROOMS ALLOCATION (H.B.5101)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Digital Classrooms Plan developed by the Office of Innovation and School Choice.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM AUGUST 12, 2016 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM JUNE 28, 2016 THROUGH OCTOBER 14, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

The Personnel Action Listing 1088 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from August 12, 2016 through September 8, 2016.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from June 28, 2016 through October 14, 2016.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approves the recommendations for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective October 6, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

15 WORKDAYS
RUBEN E. ASENCIO - TEACHER
NORMAN S. EDELCUP/SUNNY ISLES BEACH K-8 CENTER

15 WORKDAYS
ANNA M. COHENS- HEAD START ASSISTANT
CHARLES R. DREW K-8 CENTER

20 WORKDAYS
RONALD A. DENNIS - TEACHER
GRATIGNY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

15 WORKDAYS
YESSENIA GARCIA- HEAD ST ART EDUCATOR 2
CHARLES R. DREW K-8 CENTER

5 WORKDAYS
MARY L. HOBBS - PARAPROFESSIONAL II
MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

DEMOTION
KEVIN G. TILLMAN - HEAD CUSTODIAN
DR. ROLANDO ESPINOSA K-8 CENT

RECOMMENDED: 1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Mr. Ruben E. Asencio, Teacher, Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8 Center, suspension without pay for fifteen (15)workdays, effective October 6, 2016.
B)Ms. Anna M. Cohens, Head Start Assistant, Charles R. Drew K-8 Center, suspension without pay for fifteen ( 15) workdays, effective October 27, 2016.
C)Mr. Ronald A. Dennis, Teacher, Gratigny Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective October 6, 2016.
D)Ms. Yessenia Garcia, Head Start Educator 2, Charles R. Drew K-8 Center, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) workdays, effective October 6, 2016.
E)Ms. Mary L. Hobbs, Paraprofessional II, Miami Beach Senior High School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective October 6, 2016.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Mr. Kevin G. Tillman, Head Custodian, Dr. Rolando Espinosa K-8 Center, demotion to Lead Custodian, effective October 6, 2016.

D-66 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION AND THREE AMENDMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve one (1) charter school application and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the application as approved by the School Board for KIPP Miami, Inc. d/b/a KIPP Miami School.

2. Approve three (3) charter school amendments for:

A. True North Classical, Inc., d/b/a True North Classical Academy (MSID 1000) to increase student enrollment in year 2 by 34 students from 246 students to a maximum of 280 students for the school year 2016-2017 only, effective August 22, 2016;

B. Somerset Virtual Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Virtual Academy Middle/High (MSID 6016) to move the administrative office to Somerset Academy Charter High School (South Homestead) located at 305 NE 2 Rd., Homestead, FL 33030 (Folio No. 10-7918-008-1230); and,

C. Pinecrest Preparatory Academy, Inc., d/b/a Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School (MSID 7053) to remove the 15250 SW 8 Street, Miami, FL 33194 (Folio No. 30-4904-000-0090), and keep their current location at 14901 SW 42 Street, Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4916-052-0010).

3. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-67 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO SEPARATE CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS PURSUANT TO A GRANT AWARD WITH FANM AYISYEN NAN MIYAMI, INC.; enFamilia, Inc.; Mexican-American Council, Inc.; ConnectFamilias, Inc.; Sundari Foundation, Inc.; READ 2 SUCCEED, Inc.; FLORIDA VENTURES; THE ROCK FAMILY COMMUNITY CENTER; PIERRE TOUSSaiNT LEADERSHIP AND LEARNING CENTER; Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc.; Blackboard Connect, inc., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $266,000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into separate contractual agreements pursuant to an Adult Education and Family Services grant award in the total amount of $266,000 for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017, with:

  • Fanm Ayisyen Nan Miyami, Inc., in the total amount of $24,000;
  • enFamilia, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • Mexican-American Council, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • ConnectFamilias Inc.; in the of amount of $24,000;
  • Sundari Foundation, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • Read 2 Succeed, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • Florida Ventures, in the amount of $24,000;
  • The Rock Family Community Center, in the amount of $24,000;
  • Pierre Toussaint Leadership and Learning Center, in the amount of $24,000;
  • Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc., in the amount of $24,000;
  • Blackboard Connect, Inc., in the amount of $26,000.

2. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the programs; and

3. direct Financial Operations to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency, such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board.

D-68 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM OCTOBER 6, 2016 THROUGH AUGUST 19, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into contractual agreements with additional community agencies for the Department of Food and Nutrition to provide meals/snacks for participants in their programs from October 6, 2016 through August 19, 2017, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods upon written confirmation from both parties for a maximum of three (3) years in total; and to contract with other agencies that may be recommended for contract by the Department of Food and Nutrition during this school year.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Reports for the periods ending July and August 2016.

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-088-AG, WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION CLAIMS SERVICES: SURVEILLANCE AND INVESTIGATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Authorize the Superintendent of Schools to issue Request for Proposals No. RFP-16-088-AG, Workers\u2019 Compensation Claims Services: Surveillance and Investigation; and

2. Approve the composition of the Ad-Hoc Committee.

E-67 RENEWAL OF STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE FOR SECONDARY STUDENTS ENROLLED IN HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAMS WITH CLINICAL SETTINGS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize purchase of Student Professional Liability insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., from Medical Protective Company (A.M. Best A++, XV) with coverage limits of $1 million per occurrence/$6 million per student and policy annual aggregate, with total premiums for such coverage of $27,757; with additional students to be added during the year at no additional cost, effective October 17, 2016 through October 16, 2017, with premiums for this program to be paid from the District\u2019s liability premium budget.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS 2016 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2017 ANNUAL AUDIT PLAN AND BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Office of Management and Compliance Audits 2016 Annual Report and 2017 Annual Audit Plan and Budget.

E-88 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND STUDENT TRANSPORTATION FOR THE FYE JUNE 30, 2015 \u2013 REPORT NO. 2017-011

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive and file the Miami-Dade County District School Board Florida Education Finance Program Full-Time Equivalent Student Enrollment and Student Transportation for the FYE June 30, 2015 \u2013 Report No. 2017-011.

E-89 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF SECURITY CONTROLS \u2013 CERTAIN DISTRICT-ISSUED MOBILE DEVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Security Controls \u2013 Certain District-Issued Mobile Devices

E-141 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-036-YWP \u2013 ART AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION SUPPLIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: REJECT ITB-15-036-YWP \u2013 ART AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION SUPPLIES, to permit rebidding using revised specifications to allow for more diverse vendor participation.

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-038-MT \u2013 PRINTER CONSUMABLES \u2013 OEM, COMPATIBLE AND RE-MANUFACTURED

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation to Bid No. ITB-15-038-MT \u2013 PRINTER CONSUMABLES \u2013 OEM, COMPATIABLE AND REMANUFACTURED, to purchase, at catalog discount, quantities, as may be required, for various departments servicing Miami-Dade County Public Schools, with an initial effective date of October 5, 2016 through October 4, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

CATEGORY A: ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER (OEM)

A. INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS, INC. MBE
100 SOUTH BISCAYNE BOULEVARD
MIAMI, FL 33132
OWNER/OFFICER: KARELINE DUVERGE, OFFICE MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

B. MONARCH ELECTRONICS, INC. SBE - TIER I
1666 79TH STREET CAUSEWAY, SUITE 504
NORTH BAY VILLAGE, FL 33141
OWNER/OFFICER: SUSAN STUART, PRESIDENT
M/WBE - WOMEN

C. RASIX COMPUTER CENTER, INC.
DBA ACADEMIC SUPPLIER
3519 MAIN STREET, SUITE 401
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
OWNER/OFFICER:JEFFREY KOZMA, CONTRACT MANAGER

CATEGORY B: COMPATIBLE

D. INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS, INC. MBE
100 SOUTH BISCAYNE BOULEVARD
MIAMI, FL 33132
OWNER/OFFICER: KARELINE DUVERGE, OFFICE MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

E. RASIX COMPUTER CENTER, INC.
DBA ACADEMIC SUPPLIER
3519 MAIN STREET, SUITE 401
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
OWNER/OFFICER: JEFFREY KOZMA, CONTRACT MANAGER

CATEGORY C: REMANUFACTURED

F. RASIX COMPUTER CENTER, INC.
DBA ACADEMIC SUPPLIER
3519 MAIN STREET, SUITE 401
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
OWNER/OFFICER: JEFFREY KOZMA, CONTRACT MANAGER

ALTERNATE:

CATEGORY A: ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER (OEM)

I. CORNERSTONE PRINTER SUPPLIES, INC.
8950 SW 74TH COURT, SUITE 2201
MIAMI, FL 33156
OWNER/OFFICER:BLAS PRIETO, ACCOUNT MANAGER

II. INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS, INC. MBE
100 SOUTH BISCAYNE BOULEVARD
MIAMI, FL 33132
OWNER/OFFICER: KARELINE DUVERGE, OFFICE MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

II. RASIX COMPUTER CENTER, INC.
DBA ACADEMIC SUPPLIER
3519 MAIN STREET, SUITE 401
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
OWNER/OFFICER: JEFFREY KOZMA, CONTRACT MANAGER

CATEGORY B: COMPATIBLE

IV. EIS OFFICE SOLUTIONS, INC.
2030 W. SAM HOUSTON PARKWAY N
HOUSTON, TX 77043
OWNER/OFFICER: MERRILL CHANCE, NATIONAL SALES MANAGER

V. INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS, INC. MBE
100 SOUTH BISCAYNE BOULEVARD
MIAMI, FL 33132
OWNER/OFFICER: KARELINE DUVERGE, OFFICE MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

VI. RASIX COMPUTER CENTER, INC.
DBA ACADEMIC SUPPLIER
3519 MAIN STREET, SUITE 401
CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
OWNER/OFFICER: JEFFREY KOZMA, CONTRACT MANAGER

CATEGORY C: REMANUFACTURED

VII. EIS OFFICE SOLUTIONS, INC.
2030 W. SAM HOUSTON PARKWAY N
HOUSTON, TX 77043
OWNER/OFFICER: MERRILL CHANCE, NATIONAL SALES MANAGER

VIII. INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE SOLUTIONS, INC. MBE
100 SOUTH BISCAYNE BOULEVARD
MIAMI, FL 33132
OWNER/OFFICER: KARELINE DUVERGE, OFFICE MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at catalog discount, quantities for printer in three different categories: OEM, Compatible and Remanufactured, for up to the total estimated amount of $4,000,000, for the initial contract term, and at an amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown in the agenda item will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR EIGHT PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for eight programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Adults with Disabilities Grant Program, in the approximate amount of $1,125,208, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education, in the approximate amount of $2,814,113, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Adult Education and Family Literacy, English Literacy & Civics Education, in the approximate amount of $2,300,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $343,402, for the grant period of August 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017;

e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Downtown Miami Charter School, in the approximate amount of $430,940, for the grant period of August 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017;

f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Golden Glades Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $408,240, for the grant period of August 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017;

g. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Liberty City Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $345,842, for the grant period of August 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017; and

h. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Science, Engineering, Communication, and Mathematics Enhancement (SECME) Stars III, in the approximate amount of $494,018, for the grant period of August 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the Florida Department of Education;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

E-202 ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2017 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt the proposed 2017 State and Federal Legislative Programs; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to advocate for the best interests of the District on issues at the state and federal levels that may have fiscal, local control, and/or governance impact on Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 operations, but do not have major policy implications, provided such issues are reported to the Board.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE: (withdrawn)

1. A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE SCHOOL BOARD, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND CENTURY HOMEBUILDERS GROUP, LLC (\u201cDEVELOPER\u201d), IN CONNECTION WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 131-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT S.W. 92 AVENUE AND S.W. 4 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; AND

2. ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1) a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among the School Board, Miami-Dade County and Century Homebuilders Group, LLC (\u201cdeveloper\u201d), in connection with construction of a new 131-unit residential development, located at S.W. 92 Avenue and S.W. 4 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and

2) any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement.

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE PURSUING A COLLABORATION WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (THE \u201cCOUNTY\u201d) UNDER WHICH THE COUNTY COULD PURCHASE THE VACANT SCHOOL BOARD-OWNED PROPERTIES LOCATED AT S.W. 132 AVENUE AND S.W. 272 STREET, AND S.W. 197 AVENUE AND S.W. 324 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE (COLLECTIVELY THE \u2018PROPERTIES\u201d), FOR PRESERVATION PURPOSES PURSUANT TO ITS ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS (\u201cE.E.L.\u201d) PROGRAM, AND AUTHORIZE THE DISTRICT TO OBTAIN APPRAISALS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ITS DISCUSSIONS WITH THE COUNTY IN THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PROPERTY VALUES AND FORMULATION OF A SUBSEQUENT RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize pursuing a collaboration with Miami-Dade County (the \u201cCounty\u201d) under which the County could purchase the vacant School Board-owned properties located at S.W. 132 Avenue and S.W. 272 Street, and S.W. 197 Avenue and S.W. 324 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade (collectively the \u2018Properties\u201d), for preservation purposes pursuant to its Environmentally Endangered Lands (\u201cE.E.L.\u201d) program, and authorize the District to obtain appraisals for the purpose of its discussions with the County in the establishment of property values and formulation of a subsequent recommendation

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO PURSUE THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES ALIGNED WITH THE FASHION INDUSTRY THROUGH A POSSIBLE PARTNERSHIP WITH NKMIA, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED FASHION AND DESIGN COMPLEX TO BE LOCATED ON COUNTY-OWNED LAND, AT 1175 N.W. SOUTH RIVER DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to pursue the development of additional educational opportunities aligned with the fashion industry through a possible partnership with NKMIA, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, in connection with a proposed fashion and design complex to be located on County-owned land, at 1175 N.W. South River Drive, Miami, Florida 33136.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF ZYSCOVICH, INC. AS THE ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR PARTIAL REPLACEMENT AND RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7460 SOUTHWEST 118 STREET, PINECREST, FLORIDA 33156, PROJECT NUMBER 01516900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Zyscovich, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Partial Replacement & Renovations at Miami Palmetto Senior High School, located at 7460 Southwest 118 Street, Pinecrest, Florida 33156, Project Number 01516900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $1,800,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF MUNILLA CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, L.L.C., D/B/A MCM, AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR A PARTIAL REPLACEMENT AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL LOCATED AT 7460 S.W. 118 STREET, PINECREST, FLORIDA 33156; PROJECT NUMBER 01516900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Munilla Construction Management, L.L.C., d/b/a MCM, as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for a Partial Replacement and Renovations Project at Miami Palmetto Senior High School at 7460 S.W. 118 Street, Pinecrest, Florida 33156; Project Number 01516900, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $132,500 for Pre-Construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR THE PARTIALLY GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW SECONDARY FACILITY IN N.E. MIAMI-DADE ON THE DR. MICHAEL M. KROP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SITE, LOCATED AT 1410 N.E. 215 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33179 (A REUSE OF MADIE IVES CLASSROOM ADDITION), PROJECT NUMBER 01649000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record for the partially General Obligation Bond funded New Secondary Facility in N.E. Miami-Dade on the Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School Site, located at 1410 N.E. 215 Street, Miami, Florida 33179 (a reuse of Madie Ives Classroom Addition), Project Number 01649000, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $365,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 TERMINATION, WITH CAUSE, OF URS CORPORATION SOUTHERN, INC. AS ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2M, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM, COMMISSIONED APRIL 17, 2013

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, terminate URS Corporation Southern, Inc. as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2 Million each, as follows:

1) with cause; and

2) conditions as listed in the body of the item.

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order No. 1 on Project No. 01329500, GOB funded campus replacement at Bunche Park Elementary for an additional cost of $10,196.05

B-2. Change Order No. 3 on Project No. 01138500, GOB funded campus replacement at Frederick Douglass Elementary for an additional cost of $46,451.99

F-41 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (COUNTY) FOR THE WASTEWATER FACILITIES CONSTRUCTED BY THE COUNTY ON BOARD-OWNED LAND TO SERVE ARCOLA LAKES PARK, LOCATED AT 8300 N.W. 12 PLACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33150; AND TO CONVEY THE SUBJECT UTILITY LINE IN FAVOR OF AND TO THE COUNTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement to Miami-Dade County for the wastewater facilities constructed by the County on Board-owned land to serve the Arcola Lakes Park, located at 8300 N.W. 12 Place, Miami, Florida, 33150, and to convey the subject utility line in favor of and to the County.

F-43 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT HIBISCUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 18701 N.W. 1 AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169; PROJECT NUMBER 01424100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Veitia Padron Incorporated, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Hibiscus Elementary School, located at 18701 N.W. 1 Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169; Project Number 01424100, in the amount of $2,844,017 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $109,305.

F-60 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-092-DW - TELEVISION PRODUCTION STUDIO EQUIPMENT, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-092-DW \u2013 TELEVISION PRODUCTION STUDIO EQUIPMENT, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION, to establish a contract for the installation of television production studios for several elementary, middle & K-8 schools, for the Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of October 5, 2016 through October 4, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, may be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. PRO SOUND, INC
1375 NE 123RD STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33161
OWNER/OFFICER:ROD SINTOW, CEO

ALTERNATE

b. MIDTOWN VIDEO, INC. MWBE
4824 SW 74TH COURT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: KENNETH MILLER, PRESIDENT
WOMAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,152,000, for the initial contract term, and at an amount not to exceed $576,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve ten (10) new applications for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 TO REQUEST THAT THE BOARD (1) APPROVE ON FINAL READING PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICY 6110, GRANT FUNDS; PROMULGATION OF NEW POLICIES 6111, INTERNAL CONTROLS, 6112, CASH MANAGEMENT OF GRANTS, 6114, COST PRINCIPLES FOR FEDERAL FUNDS; AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 6550, TRAVEL AND PER DIEM, 7310, DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY, AND 7450, PROPERTY INVENTORY; (2) APPROVE REVISIONS TO THE TRAVEL PROCEDURES MANUAL, AND TO (3) APPROVE SUBSTANTIAL REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF THE MANUAL OF PROPERTY CONTROL PROCEDURES (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(1) amend Policy 6110, Grant Funds, adopt Policies 6111, Internal Controls, 6112, Cash Management of Grants, 6114, Cost Principles for Federal Funds, and amend Policies 6550, Travel and Per Diem, 7310, Disposition of Surplus Property, and 7450, Property Inventory, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new and amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 5, 2016;

(2) approve revisions to the Travel Procedures Manual; and

(3) approve substantial repeal and replacement of the Manual of Property Control Procedures.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-1 APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE PROVISION OF INSPECTOR GENERAL SERVICES THROUGH THE OFFICE OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY INSPECTOR GENERAL, EXTENDING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE (3) YEAR PERIOD

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Third Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with Miami-Dade County, Florida for Inspector General Services through the Office of the Miami-Dade County Inspector General to renew and extend the Interlocal Agreement for an additional three (3) year period and authorizing the Chair to submit the Amendment to the Board of County Commissioners of Miami-Dade County for its consideration and approval.

H-3 EXPLORE PARTNERSHIPS AND AVAILABLE RESOURCES TO INCREASE THE FUNDING OF HEAD START AND EARLY START PROGRAMS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore partnerships and review available resources that will increase the funding and improve the quality of head start programs and facilities.

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NOVEMBER 17, 2016 AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY, AND ITS GOAL OF INCREASING OVERALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH PARENT ENGAGEMENT, WITH YEAR-ROUND ENCOURAGEMENT THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse November 17, 2016 as National Parent Involvement Day and its goal of increasing overall student achievement through parent engagement, with year-round encouragement throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-5 PROPOSED 2017 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OF THE GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL BOARDS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the proposed draft Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards 2017 Legislative Program.

H-6 HOMEWORK (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to pilot a \u2018no homework\u2019 policy during the 2016-2017 school year.

H-7 Coalition to Support Grieving Students (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of incorporating materials and resources from the Coalition to Support Grieving Students into professional development opportunities for staff, and report back to the Board by the December 14, 2016 School Board meeting.

H-8 PUBLIC HEALTH INTERACTIVE GAMING INITIATIVE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, determine the feasibility and best practices to have M-DCPS students participate in a public health interactive gaming and video production initiative that will help to advance countywide prevention knowledge about the Zika virus.

H-9 AMENDMENT 2

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Convene an emergency meeting of stakeholders to discuss and obtain factual information related to Amendment 2 for the purpose of providing information to the community, and;

2. Create a plan and take any necessary actions.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the public hearing meeting.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-087 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE INTERNATIONAL LONGSHOREMEN\u2019S ASSOCIATION LOCAL #1416

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-087 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The International Longshoremen\u2019s Association Local #1416.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-088 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NU CHAPTER OF CHI ETA PHI NURSING SORORITY, INC. (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-088 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Nu Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Nursing Sorority, Inc.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-089 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DEPUTY CHIEF OF POLICE GERALD D. KITCHELL

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-089 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Deputy Chief of Police Gerald D. Kitchell.

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-090 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION FOR WOMEN (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-090 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami-Dade County Commission for Women.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-091 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF M IAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE LATIN GRAMMY CULTURAL FOUNDATION

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-091 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Latin GRAMMY Cultural Foundation.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-092 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE YMCA YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT STUDENTS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-092 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the YMCA Youth in Government students.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-093 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING OLYMPIC ATHLETE ROBIN PRENDES OF THE UNITED STATES ROWING TEAM (revised good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-093 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Olympic athlete Robin Prendes of the United States Rowing Team.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Coral Gables Senior High School Vocal Group

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • August 23, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • August 9, 2016 Attorney-Client Session
  • August 10, 2016 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • Summer Reading and Mathematics Challenge
  • JP Morgan Chase Check Presentation
  • Together for Children Coalition

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Miami-Dade County Public Schools 2016-2017 Testing Calendar.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM JULY 15, 2016 THROUGH AUGUST 11, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Personnel Action Listing 1087 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from July 15, 2016 through August 11, 2016.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective September 8, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-22 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ADD POSITION TO THE SENIOR MANAGEMENT SERVICE CLASS (SMSC) OF THE FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the inclusion of the following positions in the SMSC of FRS effective October 1, 2016: District Compliance Office and Assistant Superintendent, Facilities Operations.

D-23 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN\u2019S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contractual services agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Citizen\u2019s Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County, Inc., in an amount of $71,000 for one (1) year, commencing on September 1, 2016 and ending on August 31, 2017.

D-24 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5511, DRESS CODE AND SCHOOL UNIFORMS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policy 5511, Dress Code and School Uniforms, to be effective November 23, 2016.

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION \u2013 SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

20 WORKDAYS
JANINA E. ABREU \u2013 TEACHER
JOE HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10 WORKDAYS
ANDREW D. BLOODSAW \u2013 SCHOOL SECURITY MONITOR
MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2 WORKDAYS
PHILLIP W. GREEN \u2013 TEACHER
FRANCES S. TUCKER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

23 WORKDAYS
FRANCISCO N. MENDEZ \u2013 TEACHER
MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

9 WORKDAYS
RAYMOND D. SUITS \u2013 TEACHER
SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

25 WORKDAYS
ANTHONY A. SYMONS \u2013 TEACHER
REDLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

9 WORKDAYS
JULIA M. YAPELL \u2013 TEACHER
SOUTH DADE MIDDLE SCHOOL

2)\u00a0RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
SEVERN E. BRADWELL \u2013 CUSTODIAN
RUTH K. BROAD/BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
DALLAS BYNUM \u2013 LEAD CUSTODIAN
NORMA BUTLER BOSSARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

30 CALENDAR DAYS
JOSEPH WHITE \u2013 SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
SOUTHWEST TRANSPORTATION CENTER

RECOMMENDED: 1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Ms. Janina E. Abreu, Teacher, Joe Hall Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective September 8, 2016.

B) Mr. Andrew D. Bloodsaw, School Security Monitor, Miami Beach Senior High School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective September 8, 2016.

C) Mr. Phillip W. Green, Teacher, Frances S. Tucker, Elementary School, suspension without pay for two (2) workdays, effective September 8, 2016.

D) Mr. Francisco N. Mendez, Teacher, Miami Senior High School, suspension without pay for twenty-three (23) workdays, effective September 8, 2016.

E) Mr. Raymond D. Suits, Teacher, South Dade Senior High School, suspension without pay for nine (9) workdays, effective September 8, 2016.

F) Mr. Anthony A. Symons, Teacher, Redland Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective September 8, 2016.

G) Ms. Julia M. Yapell, Teacher, South Dade Middle School, suspension without pay for nine (9) workdays, effective September 8, 2016.

2. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A) Mr. Severn E. Bradwell, Custodian, Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective September 8, 2016.

B) Mr. Dallas Bynum, Lead Custodian, Norma Butler Bossard Elementary School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective September 8, 2016.

C) Mr. Joseph White, School Bus Driver, Southwest Transportation Center, suspension without pay for thirty (30) calendar days, effective September 8, 2016.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 APPROVAL OF ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AND THE FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM COST REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the Annual Financial Report for 2015-16 and the Florida Education Finance Program Cost Report for 2015-16; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to submit the approved reports to the Florida Department of Education.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY REPORTS FOR APRIL, MAY, AND JUNE 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 2,048 items with a depreciated cost of $212,156 and recoveries containing 13 items with a depreciated cost of $6,961 to update the records for April, May and June 2016.

E-14 ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2016-17

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. adopt the millage rates below:

a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;

b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 4.890 mills; and

c) Debt Service levy of .184 mills.

2. adopt the millage rates for FY 2016-17 for a total of 7.322 mills.

E-15 ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt the Educational Facilities Plan and the Five-Year Facilities Work Program for FY 2016-17 through FY 2020-21.

2. authorize the Superintendent to make minor budget, project and schedule adjustments, if necessary, and report in writing to the Board.

E-16 FINALADOPTION OF THE FY 2016-17 BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the FY 2016-17 Annual Budget by approving changes from the Tentative Adopted Budget as enumerated on pages 2 through 13 and the revenues and appropriations delineated on the official state budget forms and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on September 7, 2016.

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2015-16 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2015-16 General Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues and appropriations by $(21,317,043); and

b. adopt Summary of Revenues and Appropriations and the Summary of Appropriations by Function.

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2015‑16 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2015-16 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $4,020,686 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described in the agenda item and summarized on page 6 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 3, FY 2015-16 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review.

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2015-16 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 3, FY 2015-16 Debt Service Funds Final Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $ (6,046,251).

E-20 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2015-16 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt resolution No. 3, FY 2015-16 Contracted Programs Fund Final Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $1,054,391 and

b. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-21 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 OTHER ARRA STIMULUS FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16, Special Revenue \u2013 Other ARRA Stimulus Fund Final Budget Review; and

b. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-22 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2015-16 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 RACE TO THE TOP (RTTT) FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2015-16 Special Revenue Funds \u2013 RTTT Funds Final Budget Review; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-23 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2015-16 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 3, FY 2015-16 Food Service Fund Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $419,873, decreasing appropriations by $6,103,009 and increasing ending fund balance by $6,522,882.

E-24 RESOLUTION NO. 1 FY 2015-16 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND AND RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2015-16 Miscellaneous Special Revenue \u2013 School Board Law Enforcement Trust Fund \u2013 Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $3,676, increasing appropriations by $87,853 and decreasing ending fund balance by $91,529 as shown on the schedule on page 3 of 4 of the agenda item; and

2. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2015-16 Miscellaneous Special Revenue \u2013 School Board Special Events Trust Fund - Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $20,176, decreasing appropriations by $38,857 and increasing ending fund balance by $18,681 as shown on the schedule on page 4 of 4 of the agenda item.

E-25 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2015-16 Internal Service Fund FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 3, the FY 2015-16 Internal Service Fund Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $13,723,218, decreasing expenses by $5,161,547 and increasing net position by $18,884,765 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

E-26 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 fiduciary Fund \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2015-16 Fiduciary Fund - Pension Trust - Final Budget Review, decreasing additions, deductions and net position by $3,447,797 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

E-27 RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2015-16 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 2 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2015-16 Categorical Program as shown on the attached form in the amount of $11,562,075.33.

E-28 ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1 ON THE USE OF FY 2016-17 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 1 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2016-17 Categorical Programs as shown on the attached form in the amount of $13,058,984.

E-29 AWARD THE EQUIPMENT LEASE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL TO BANC OF AMERICA PUBLIC CAPITAL CORP. AND APPROVE RESOLUTION 16-084 AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF ADDITIONAL SCHEDULES TO THE MASTER LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR UP TO $78,900,000 FOR DIGITAL DEVICES AS PART OF THE 21ST CENTURY TECHNOLOGY UPGRADE AND DIGITAL CONVERGENCE INITIATIVE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) award the equipment lease request for proposal to Banc of America Public Capital Corp. and approve Resolution No. 16-084 authorizing the execution of additional schedules to the Master Lease Purchase Agreement with Banc of America Public Capital Corp. for digital devices and related equipment totaling up to $78,900,000 as needed, with the first financing of up to $27,900,000 to take place immediately; and

2) hereby declare its official intent to reimburse itself from the proceeds of tax exempt lease obligations for expenses incurred with respect to the Plan to the extent permitted by Treasury Regulation 1.150-2. The reimbursement obligations intended to finance the Plan are expected not to exceed $78,900,000.

E-66 RECOMMENDATION FOR AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) #15-066-YP, SELECTED THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Award (RFP) #15-066-YP, Selected Third Party Administration of Employee Benefits - On & Off-Site Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Plan Administration Services (Component D) to Total Administrative Services Corporation (TASC), at a rate of $3.95 per participant per month (PPPM) effective January 1, 2017, for a three-year period with the ability to renew for two additional one-year periods; and

2. Award RFP # 15-066-YP, Selected Third Party Administration for Employee Benefits (Components A, B, C, E, F & G) to FBMC Benefits Management, Inc. for administrative services at a rate of $3.86 per employee per month PEPM) effective January 1, 2017, for a three-year period with the ability to renew for two additional one-year (1) periods.

E-67 APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES FOR THE DISTRICT\u2019S SELF INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2017; CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES THROUGH THE FLORIDA SCHOOLS RETIREE BENEFITS CONSORTIUM (FSRBC); AND APPROVAL OF THE M-DCPS RETIRED SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER MEDICARE SUPPLEMENT HEALTHCARE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates for benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents for associations (Managerial Exempt Personnel, Confidential Exempt Personnel) and unions in agreement with plan design and contribution changes for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2017 through December 31, 2017 which appears on page 3 of this item; and

2. approve the following composite rate structure for the District\u2019s self-funded healthcare program for calendar year 2017, with the Individual Stop Loss premium\u2019s attachment point of $1,000,000; and

2017

Administrative Services Only (ASO) Fee

$ 22.32

Pharmaceutical Rebate Decrement

($ 11.00)

Individual Stop Loss (ISL) Premium

$ 8.74

Internal Service Fund Administrative Fee

$ 3.08

Health Care Blue Book Admin Fee

$ 1.25

Total Monthly Composite Rate

$ 24.39

3. approve Medicare Group plan offerings and applicable premiums as referenced below with listed plans and premiums to be subject to final approval from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS); and

Medicare Advantage -
Prescription Drug Plans

Medicare
Supplement Plans

Pharmacy
Part D Plans

Zero Premium

Comprehensive Plan

Premier Plan

Plan
A

Plan
F

Plan
N

Saver
Plus

Preferred

Comprehensive

Premier

United
Healthcare

\u00fc

 

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

Cigna Leon

\u00fc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Humana

\u00fc

\u00fc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AvMed

\u00fc

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Monthly
Premium
Range

$0

$144.79

$338.15

Varies
by
Age

Varies
by
Age

Varies by
Age

$27.50

$63.80

$100.01

$249.35

4. implement a District-sponsored Retired School Board Member Medicare Supplement plan for members who have served at least twelve (12) consecutive years and are enrolled in Medicare Part B Coverage prior to separation from service.

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-086-YWP \u2013 PROGRAM EVALUATION CONSULTANT SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-086-YWP \u2013 PROGRAM EVALUATION CONSULTANT SERVICES, to develop a pool of approved consultants to conduct needs assessments; develop evaluation plans and research designs; collect and analyze data; interpret results; and prepare recommendations and reports, on an as-needed basis., with an effective date of September 7, 2016 through September 6, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. ADELAIDE SERVICES, INC.
DBA ARROYO RESEARCH SERVICES
639 PENNSYLVANIA ROAD
ARDEN, NC 28704
OWNER/OFFICER: KIRK VANDERSALL, MANAGING DIRECTOR

b. ADVANCED RESEARCH CONSULTING, LLC.
1580 SWEETBAY WAY
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33019
OWNER/OFFICER: JEROME L LEVITT, MANAGING DIRECTOR

c. AMERICAN INSTITUTES FOR RESEARCH IN THE BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES
1000 THOMAS JEFFERSON STREET, NW
WASHINGTON, DC 20007
OWNER/OFFICER: NILVA DA SILVA, SENIOR CONTRACT OFFICER

d. CENTER FOR ASSESSMENT, STRATEGIC PLANNING, EVALUATION AND RESEARCH, LLC.
DBA CASPER
4110 NW 64TH STREET
GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA 32606
OWNER/OFFICER: CHARLES E. BYRD, PH.D. MANAGER

e. DR. DEB\u2019S EDUCATION CONSULTING, LLC.
1630 ROYAL FOREST CT.
WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA 33406
OWNER/OFFICER: DR. DEBORAH MAZZEO, OWNER

f. ESCOFFERY CONSULTING COLLABORATIVE, INC.
7310 SW 96TH STREET
PINECREST, FLORIDA 33156
OWNER/OFFICER: LORNA ESCOFFERY, PRESIDENT\\

g. EVERGREEN SOLUTIONS, LLC.
2878 REMINGTON GREEN CIRCLE
TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA 32303
OWNER/OFFICER: DR. LINDA RECIO, PRESIDENT

h. HEZEL ASSOCIATES, LLC.
731 JAMES STREET, SUITE 410
SYRACUSE, NY 13203
OWNER/OFFICER: KIRK KNESTIS, CEO

i. LEONARD FONTANA AND ADELA BECKERMAN FONTANA, INC.
4613 NORTH UNIVERSITY DRIVE, UNIT 429
CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33067
OWNER/OFFICER: DR. LEONARD FONTANA, INDEPENDENT EVALUATOR

j. MARZANO RESEARCH LABORATORY, LLC.
555 NORTH MORTON STREET
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47404
OWNER/OFFICER: JENNIFER S. NORFORD, VICE PRESIDENT OF DEVELOPMENT AND INNOVATION

k. MCREL INTERNATIONAL
4601 DTC BOULEVARD, SUITE 500
DENVER, CO 80237
OWNER/OFFICER: SUE DESCH, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

l. MEASUREMENT INCORPORATED
423 MORRIS STREET
DURHAM, NC 27701
OWNER/OFFICER: THOMAS KELSH, VICE PRESIDENT

m. PRISMATIC SERVICES, INCORPORATED
20460 CHARTWELL CENTER DRIVE, SUITE 1
CORNELIUS, NC 28031
OWNER/OFFICER: TATIA PRIETO, PRESIDENT

n. Q-Q RESEARCH CONSULTANTS, LLC. MBE
1444 BISCAYNE BLVD., #115-24
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33132
OWNER/OFFICER: SANDRA WILLIAMS, PH.D., CEO
AFRICAN AMERICAN

o. RMC RESEARCH CORPORATION
3550 BUSCHWOOD PARK DRIVE, SUITE 130
TAMPA, FLORIDA 33618
OWNER/OFFICER: TRUDY HENSLEY, VICE PRESIDENT

p. THE CNA CORPORATION
3003 WASHINGTON BOULEVARD
ARLINGTON, VA 22201
OWNER/OFFICER: NICHOLAS W. HUNTER, DIRECTOR

q. THOMAS P. MILLLER & ASSOCIATES, LLC.
1630 NORTH MERIDIAN STREET, SUITE 430
INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46202
OWNER/OFFICER: THOMAS MILLER, PRESIDENT & CEO

r. TRUSTEES OF INDIANA UNIVERSITY
(CENTER FOR EVALUATION AND EDUCATION POLICY)
509 EAST THIRD STREET
BLOOMINGTON, IN 47401-3654
OWNER/OFFICER: STEVEN A. MARTIN, ASSOCIATE VP FOR RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION

s. WESTED
730 HARRISON STREET
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94107
OWNER/OFFICER: VIRGILIO F. TRINO, JR. CONTRACTS MANAGER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to obtain Request for Quotes from the preapproved vendors, up to the total estimated amount of $2,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $667,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-013-YWP \u2013 CHARTER BUS SERVICES, IN AND OUT OF COUNTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-013-YWP \u2013 CHARTER BUS SERVICES, IN AND OUT OF COUNTY, to obtain preapproved vendors to provide charter bus services, in and out of county travel, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of September 7, 2016 through September 6, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. ACADEMY BUS, LLC.
124 VIA FLORENZA
PALM BEACH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33418
OWNER/OFFICER: BRET T. BRITTENUM, GENERAL MANAGER

b. ACE TOURS AND TRANSPORTATION, INC.
5944 CORAL RIDGE DRIVE, SUITE 122
CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33076
OWNER/OFFICER: MAURICIO CHACON,
VP/GENERAL MANAGER

c. AMERICAN COACH, INC.
17332 SW 149TH COURT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33187
OWNER/OFFICER: MIRIAM PEREZ DE CAMINO, PRESIDENT

d. ATLANTIC CHARTERS, INC.
5440 NORTH STATE ROAD 7, SUITE 205
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33319
OWNER/OFFICER: BARRINGTON SAMUELS, PRESIDENT

e. CLASSIC BUS LINES, INC.
1900 PRESTON TRAIL
CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33071
OWNER/OFFICER: JOYCE LAPOINTE, PRESIDENT

f. EMPIRE COACH LINE, INC.
1161 SPRUCE AVENUE
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32824
OWNER/OFFICER: EDDIE SERRANO, VP/GENERAL MANAGER

g. EXPRESS TRANSPORTATION, INC.s
9572 SIDNEY HAYES ROAD, SUITE 103
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32821
OWNER/OFFICER: MARCELO MACHADO, PRESIDENT

h. FLORIDATOURS.COM, LLC.
6278 NORTH FEDERAL HIGHWAY, SUITE 287
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33308
OWNER/OFFICER: STEPHEN C. GLADDING, PRESIDENT

i. FLORIDA TRAILS, INC.
DBA ANNETT BUS LINES
130 MADRID DRIVE
SEBRING, FLORIDA 33876
OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID ANNETT, VICE PRESIDENT

j. HEAVENLY CHARTER, INC. MBE/MWBE
PO BOX 470881
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33247
OWNER/OFFICER: DANIEL F. GRIFFIN, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE

k. J&A BUS SERVICES CORP. MBE/MWBE
4591 SW 137TH COURT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33175
OWNER/OFFICER: JADIRAH GUERRA, OPERATIONS MANAGER
HISPANIC AMERICAN MALE

l. KING\u2019S COLLEGE TOURS, INC. MBE/MWBE
13320 NW 18TH COURT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33167
OWNER/OFFICER: ANTONIO KING, PRESIDENT/CEO
AFRICAN AMERICAN MALE

m. MIAMI JET TOURS, INC.
12805 NW 42ND AVENUE
OPA LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054
OWNER/OFFICER: RAFAEL MULKAY, PRESIDENT

n. MOTORCOACH CLASS \u201cA\u201d TRANSPORTATION, INC.
8245 NW 93RD STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: ERNESTO PEREZ, GENERAL MANAGER

o. SAFEGUARD AMERICA, INC.
DBA AMERICAS TRANSPORTATION
PO BOX 143977
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33114
OWNER/OFFICER: STEVEN MASDEU, DIRECTOR

p. TRANSTAR TRANSPORTATION GROUP, INC.
404 ZELL DRIVE
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32824
OWNER/OFFICER: GAYE ROBERT, PRESIDENT

q. TRAVEL BY BUS!, LLC.
1171 SE 10TH AVENUE
HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33010
OWNER/OFFICER: GUNTHER MEYER, PRESIDENT

r. UNIQUE CHARTERS, INC.
160 NW 176TH STREET, SUITE 200-1
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169
OWNER/OFFICER: RANDY SMITH, OWNER

s. VIP\u2019S JET TOURS, CORP.
DBA PEGASUS TRANSPORTATION
10747 ROCKET BLVD.
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32827
OWNER/OFFICER: MENEZES CLAUDIA, VICE PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to obtain Request for Quotes from the preapproved vendors, for the initial term and for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board may purchase quantities, as may be needed, but is not obligated to purchase any guaranteed amount and/or utilize any specific vendor (s).

E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-024-MT - AUDIO VISUAL, TELEVISION, PHOTOGRAPHIC, MISC. EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES & INSTALLATION SERVICES CATALOG DISCOUNT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation to Bid No. ITB-15-024-MT \u2013 AUDIO VISUAL, TELEVISIONS, PHOTOGRAPHIC, MISC. EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES & INSTALLATION SERVICES, to purchase, at catalog discount, quantities, as may be required, for various departments servicing Miami-Dade County Public School District, with an initial effective date of September 7, 2016 through September 6, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

A. AUDIO ENHANCEMENT, INC.
14241 SOUTH REDWOOD ROAD
BLUFFDALE, UTAH 84065
OWNER/OFFICER: JEFF ANDERSON, CEO

B. AUDIO VISUAL INNOVATIONS, INC. DBA AVI-SPL
6301 BENJAMIN ROAD, SUITE 101
TAMPA, FLORIDA 33634
OWNER/OFFICER: RAJ DANI, CFO

C. ATCI COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1270 NW 165TH STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33169
OWNER/OFFICER: VINCENT VENTO, PRESIDENT

D. CAMCOR, INC.
2273 SOUTH CHURCH STREET
BURLINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 27215
OWNER/OFFICER: RAYMOND BAILEY, PRESIDENT

E. CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC.
200 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE
VERNON HILLS, ILLINOIS 60061
OWNER/OFFICER: THOMAS RICHARDS, MANAGER

F. EMTEC FEDERAL, INC.
2355 DULLES CORNER BOULEVARD, SUITE 600
HERNDON, VIRGINIA 20171
OWNER/OFFICER: BARRY CULMAN, CEO

G. GLOBALXNET TECHNOLOGIES, LLC MBE/MWBE
9101 NW 7TH AVENUE, SUITE B21
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33150
OWNER/OFFICER: MACK SAMUEL, MANAGERAFRICAN-AMERICAN MALE

H. IMAGE PRO INTERNATIONAL, INC.
7640 NW 25TH STREET, UNIT 113
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33122
OWNER/OFFICER: FREDERIC FRIEDMANN, PRESIDENT

I. IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC. SBE/MWBE
18149 NE 19TH AVENUE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MANAGER
AFRICAN-AMERICAN MALE

J. MIDTOWN VIDEO, INC.
4824 SW 74TH COURT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: KENNETH MILLER, PRESIDENT

K. PRO SOUND, INC.
1375 NE 123RD STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33161
OWNER/OFFICER: ROD SINTOW, CEO

L. RICOH USA, INC.
1200 SOUTH PINE ISLAND ROAD
PLANTATION, FLORIDA 33324
OWNER/OFFICER: MARTIN BRODIGAN, PRESIDENT

M. SILMAR ELECTRONICS, INC.
3405 NW 113TH COURT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER/OFFICER: JORGE SMITH, PRESIDENT

N. SMILEY\u2019S AUDIO-VISUAL, INC.
2415 FINGER LANE
BARTOW, FLORIDA 33830
OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES SMILEY, VICE PRESIDENT

O. TROXELL COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
4675 EAST COTTON CENTER BLVD, SUITE 155
PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85040
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL RUPRICH, PRESIDENT

P. VISIONWORX, LLC
5530 FLORIDA MINING BOULEVARD SOUTH
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA 32257
OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN DOSTER, PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE:

I. AUDIO VISUAL INNOVATIONS, INC.
6301 BENJAMIN ROAD, SUITE 101
TAMPA, FLORIDA 33634
OWNER/OFFICER: RAJ DANI, CFO

II. ATCI COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1270 NW 165TH STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33169
OWNER/OFFICER: VINCENT VENTO, PRESIDENT

III. CAMCOR, INC.
2273 SOUTH CHURCH STREET
BURLINGTON, NORTH CAROLINA 27215
OWNER/OFFICER: RAYMOND BAILEY, PRESIDENT

IV. CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC
200 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE
VERNON HILLS, ILLINOUIS 60061
OWNER/OFFICER: THOMAS RICHARD, MANAGER

V. EMTEC FEDERAL, INC.
2355 DULLES CORNER BOULEVARD, SUITE 600
HERNDON, VIRGINIA 20171
OWNER/OFFICER: BARRY CULMAN, CEO

VI. GLOBALXNET TECHNOLOGIES, LLC MBE/MWBE
9101 NW 7TH AVENUE, B21
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33150
OWNER/OFFICER: MACK SAMUEL, MANAGER
AFRICAN-AMERICAN MALE

VII. IMAGE PRO INTERNATIONAL, INC.
7640 NW 25th STREET, UNIT 113
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33122
OWNER/OFFICER: FREDERIC FRIEDMANN, PRESIDENT

VIII. IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC. SBE/MWBE
18149 NE 19th AVENUE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MANAGER
AFRICAN-AMERICAN MALE

IX. MIDTOWN VIDEO, INC.
4824 SW 74th COURT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: KENNETH MILLER, PRESIDENT

X. PRO SOUND, INC.
1375 NE 123rd STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33161
OWNER/OFFICER: ROD SINTOW, CEO

XI. SILMAR ELECTRONICS, INC.
3405 NW 113th COURT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER/OFFICER: JORGE SMITH, PRESIDENT

XII. SMILEY\u2019S AUDIO VISUAL
2415 FINGER LANE
BARTOW, FLORIDA 33830
OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES SMILEY, VICE PRESIDENT

XIII. TROXELL COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
4675 EAST COTTON CENTER BOULEVARD, SUITE 155
PHOENIX, ARIZONA 85040
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL RUPRICH, PRESIDENT

XIV. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC. MWBE
8825 NW 21ST TERRACE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: ENRIQUE FLETCHES, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN MALE

XV. VISIONWORX, LLC
5530 FLORIDA MINING BOULEVARD SOUTH
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA 32257
OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN DOSTER, PRESIDEN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at catalog discount, quantities, for audio visual, television, photographic, misc. equipment, supplies and installation services, for up to the total estimated amount of $10,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $5,000,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-144AWARDINVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-051-MT \u2013 STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES

AWARDINVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-009-MT \u2013 STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES FOR CERTIFIEDSMALL BUSINESSES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-051-MT- STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES, to establish a list of preapproved vendors to provide student and class picture services, for The School of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of September 7, 2016 through September 6, 2019, as follows:

a. FOX-MAR PHOTOGRAPHY, INC.
10535 SW 109TH COURT
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER/OFFICER: IRA A. FOX, PRESIDENT

b. GRADUATE SERVICES MIAMI, INC.
DBA HJ MIAMI PHOTO
7640 NW 25TH STREET, SUITE 107
MIAMI, FL 33122
OWNER/OFFICER: MAXIM NIETO, OWNER

c. ICONIC GROUP (FLORIDA), INC.
DBA GRADIMAGES
3490 MARTIN HURST ROAD
TALLAHASSEE, FL 32301
OWNER/OFFICER: CAROLINA SUMMERS, CONTRACT AND BID MANAGER

d. LIFETOUCH NATIONAL SCHOOL STUDIOS, INC.
11000 VIKING DRIVE
EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344
OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN ANTOLINI, AREA SALES MANAGER

e. STRAWBRIDGE STUDIOS, INC.
3616 HILLSBOROUGH ROAD
DURHAM, NC 27705
OWNER/OFFICER: KENNETH S. STRAWBRIDGE, PRESIDENT

f. TWOMATOS, INC.
16260 SW 81ST STREET
MIAMI, FL 33193
OWNER/OFFICER: ARMANDO MATO, DIRECTOR

2. AWARD Invitation to Bid ITB-16-009-MT, STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES FOR CERTIFIED SMALL BUSINESSES, to establish a list of preapproved certified small businesses to provide student and class picture services, for The School of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of September 7, 2016 through September 6, 2019, as follows:

a. EMS PHOTO CORP. SBE Tier 1
6055 SW 8TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33144
OWNER/OFFICER: ENRIQUE MUNOZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

b. NICK\u2019S PHOTO STUDIO OF MIAMI, INC. MBE
10940 NW 7TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33168
OWNER/OFFICER: EDUARDO MENDEZ, MANAGER
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

3. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to obtain Request for Quotes from the awarded preapproved vendors for the initial term of three (3) years, which may be extended for an additional two (2) one-year period.

E-146 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-15-078-YWP - EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES FOR WLRN/TV AND RADIO, AND DIRECT SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request for Proposals No. RFP-15-078-YWP, EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES FOR WLRN/TV AND RADIO, AND DIRECT SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS, to obtain the services of a public accounting firm whose partners or officers are independent certified public accountants and are duly licensed to practice in the State of Florida, to perform audits of the records of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, relating to three direct-support organizations operated by the School Board: Magnet Educational Choice Association, Inc., The Miami Dade Coalition for Community Education, Inc., and Dade Athletic Foundation, Inc., and television and radio stations operated by the Board: WLRN \u2013 TV and WLRN \u2013 Radio, effective September 7, 2016, through September 6, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

C BORDERS-BYRD, CPA LLC MBE
1221 BRICKELL AVENUE, 9TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: CYNTHIA BORDERS-BYRD, MANAGING MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

3. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $283,500 for the initial contract term, and not to exceed $94,500 for each subsequent one (1) year period. Board approval of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-147 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-15-079-YWP - EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request for Proposals No. RFP-15-079-YWP, EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES, to obtain the services of a public accounting firm whose partners or officers are independent certified public accountants and are duly licensed to practice in the State of Florida, to perform an audit of the records of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, relating to the Educational Facilities Impact Fees established by the Interlocal Agreement between Miami-Dade County and The School Board, effective September 7, 2016, through September 6, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

C BORDERS-BYRD, CPA LLC MBE
1221 BRICKELL AVENUE, 9TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: CYNTHIA BORDERS-BYRD, MANAGING MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $80,100 for the initial contract term, and not to exceed $26,700 for each subsequent one (1) year period. Board approval of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/ DONATIONS FOR FOUR PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS AS APPROPRIATE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept three grant awards and one donation for four programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Florida Community Service Grant (WLRN-TV), in the approximate amount of $307,447, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

b. Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for funding under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, in the approximate amount of $741,600, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Learning for Life, in the approximate amount of $607,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017; and

d. Florida International University for in-kind support under the Florida International University After-School All-Stars program, in the approximate amount of $1,929,483, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements:

a. Learning for Life, in the approximate amount of $580,072.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the Florida Department of Education;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MT. ZION EVANGELICAL BAPTIST CHURCH, INC. (\u201cMT. ZION\u201d) FOR THE USE OF A PARKING LOT LOCATED AT 6720 N.E. 5 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33138, FOR STAFF AT MORNINGSIDE K-8 ACADEMY; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AMENDING ANY EXHIBITS TO THE AGREEMENT, AND RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING MT. ZION IN DEFAULT, AS APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Lease Agreement with Mt. Zion Evangelical Baptist Church, Inc. (\u201cMt. Zion\u201d), for the use of a parking lot located at 6720 N.E. 5 Avenue, Miami 33138, for staff at Morningside K-8 Academy at an annual rental rate of $5,304, and under, substantially, the other terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2)grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including amending any exhibits to the Agreement, and renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing Mt. Zion in default, as applicable.

F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF SOUTH MIAMI (\u201cCITY\u201d), A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, FOR USE OF THE BASKETBALL COURT AT THE FORMER J.R.E. LEE EDUCATIONAL CENTER, LOCATED AT 6521 S.W. 62 AVENUE, SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33143; AND

2) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, AMENDING ANY EXHIBITS, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Joint Use Agreement with the City of South Miami (\u201cCity\u201d), a Municipal Corporation of the State of Florida, for use of the basketball court at the former J.R.E. Lee Educational Center, located at 6521 S.W. 62 Avenue, South Miami, Florida 33143, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2) finalize negotiations and execute any other documents that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Joint Use Agreement; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Joint Use Agreement, including amending any exhibits, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Joint Use Agreement, and placing the City in default, as may be applicable.

F-4 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF BROWARD COUNTY FOR AN APPROXIMATE 13-ACRE SITE LOCATED IN BROWARD COUNTY AND UTILIZED AS MCTYRE PARK, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 10, 2050, IN ORDER TO FACILITATE FUTURE EXPENDITURES WITHIN THE PARK

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and the Board of County Commissioners of Broward County for an approximate 13-acre site located in Broward County and utilized as McTyre Park, to extend the term of the Agreement for the period ending September 10, 2050, in order to facilitate future expenditures within the Park, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-5 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE SITE ACCESS AGREEMENTS TO ALLOW GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES AND THEIR AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES TO CONDUCT ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENTS ON BOARD-OWNED LAND AND ANY SUBSEQUENT REQUIRED REMEDIATION OR RESTORATION ACTIVITIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute site access agreements to allow governmental entities and their authorized representatives to conduct environmental assessments on Board-owned land and any subsequent required remediation or restoration activities.

F-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (\u201cMOU\u201d) BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD (\u201cBOARD\u201d) AND THE CITY OF MIAMI (\u201cCITY\u201d), COLLECTIVELY THE PARTIES, TO PROVIDE A GENERAL FRAMEWORK UNDER WHICH A COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE BOARD COULD BE FURTHER FORMULATED TO CO-DEVELOP AND CO-LOCATE A NEW, EXPANDED FIRE STATION AND A FUTURE EDUCATIONAL FACILITY ON THE CITY-OWNED FIRE STATION NO. 4 SITE (1105-1133 S.W. 2 AVENUE) ALL UNDER MUTUALLY ACCEPTABLE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a Memorandum of Understanding (\u201cMOU\u201d) between the School Board (\u201cBoard\u201d) and the City of Miami (\u201cCity\u201d), collectively the Parties, to provide a general framework under which a collaboration between the City and the Board could be further formulated to co-develop and co-locate a new, expanded fire station and a future educational facility on the City-owned fire station no. 4 site (1105-1133 S.W. 2 Avenue) all under mutually acceptable terms and conditions as noted in the agenda item.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR NEW CLASSROOM AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE) SHELTER ADDITIONS AT CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, (A REUSE OF PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEW CLASSROOM AND PE SHELTER BUILDINGS), LOCATED AT 1225 SOUTHWEST 97 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33174, PROJECT NUMBER 01542800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for New Classroom and Physical Education (PE) Shelter Additions at Coral Park Elementary School, (a reuse of Palm Springs North Elementary School New Classroom and PE Shelter Buildings), located at 1225 Southwest 97 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33174, Project Number 01542800, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $145,000 for Reuse Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANT (STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING \u2013 TIER 2) AGREEMENT WITH AVART AMMANN & WHITNEY, INC. (FORMERLY BERGER AVART, INC.), AS FOLLOWS:

1) AMEND FIRM\u2019S NAME TO AMMANN & WHITNEY, INC.

2) REPLACE MR. JORGE CANALES, PE, WITH MR. ERNESTO POLO, PE, AS FIRM\u2019S AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD; AND

3) AMEND FIRM\u2019S ADDRESS TO 7270 N.W. 12 STREET, SUITE 860, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33126

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the amendments to the Special Projects Consultant (Structural) Agreement with Avart, Ammann & Whitney, Inc. (formerly Berger Avart, Inc.), as follows:

1) Amend firm\u2019s name to Ammann & Whitney, Inc.;

2) Replace Mr. Jorge Canales, PE., with Mr. Ernesto Polo, PE, as firm\u2019s authorized representative to the Board; and

3) Amend firm\u2019s address to 7270 N.W. 12 Street, Suite 860, Miami, Florida 33126.

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INCORPORATED, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT JESSE J. MCCRARY, JR. ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 514 N.W. 77 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33150; PROJECT NUMBER 01434000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Link Construction Group, Incorporated for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Jesse J. McCrary, Jr. Elementary School, located at 514 N.W. 77 Street, Miami, Florida 33150; Project Number 01434000, in the amount of $2,236,999 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $171,545.

F-43 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO BDI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT PARKVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 17631 N.W. 20 AVENUE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33056; PROJECT NUMBER 01435200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for BDI Construction Company, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Parkview Elementary School, located at 17631 N.W. 20 Avenue, Miami Gardens, Florida 33056; Project Number 01435200, in the amount of $2,503,499 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $161,288.

F-60 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-088-AC \u2013 FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERVICE CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-088-AC \u2013 FIRE EXTINGUISHER SERVICE CONTRACT, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, to provide all necessary labor, transportation, material and equipment to service, test, inspect, repair and maintain fire extinguishers during the term of the bid, with an effective date of September 7, 2016 through September 6, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. TRIANGLE FIRE, INC. SBE TIER 2
7720 NW 53rd STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33166
OWNER/OFFICER:ORLANDO ALFONSO, VICE PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE

b. CITY FIRE, INC. M/WMBE
5708 SW 25th STREET
WEST PARK, FLORIDA 33023
OWNER/OFFICER:LARRAINE M. STRUMM, PRESIDENT
WOMAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required of fire extinguisher tests, inspections, repairs and maintenance services, for up to the total estimated amount of $2,007,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,003,500 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-61 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-91-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Award Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-91-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES, located at NE 14th Street and NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, with an effective date of September 7, 2016 through September 6, 2017, as may be required, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PARK AVENUE OF MIAMI, INC.
10 SW SOUTH RIVER DRIVE APARTMENT 1602
MIAMI, FL 33130
OWNER/OFFICER: JEAN-CLAUDE CAHEN, OWNER

2. Authorize the Superintendent of Schools to grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement with Park Avenue of Miami, Inc., including amending any of the exhibits to the lease agreement, renewing, extending, cancelling and/or terminating the lease agreement and placing Park Avenue of Miami, Inc., in default, as may be applicable.

3. Authorize the Superintendent of Schools to award the contract to the vendor offering the next highest annual rental rate in the event the District is unable to consummate lease agreement with the awarded vendor and.

4. Direct that the rental income generated by the lease agreement be distributed to schools.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve three (3) new applications for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 5830, STUDENT FUNDRAISING (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend Policy 5830, Student Fundraising, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective September 7, 2016.

G-2 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN THE CASE OF: Michael Arrington v. Miami-Dade County Public School District, Alberto Carvalho, Sean Gallagan, George W. Sands, et. al., U.S. District Court Case No. 15-24141-CIV-MARTINEZ-GOODMAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current and former School Board employees who are individually named as Defendants in the case of Michael Arrington v. Miami-Dade County Public School District, et. al., U.S. District Court Case No. 15-24141-CIV-MARTINEZ-GOODMAN.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROMOTE THE SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM IN CONJUNCTION WITH INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. Continue encouraging student participation in the School Breakfast Program at all Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and,

2. Encourage adult participation, if feasible, in the School Breakfast Program on October 4, 2016 in conjunction with the International \u201cWalk to School Day.\u201d

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 16-22, 2016, AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF YEAR-ROUND SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 16- 22, 2016, and encouragement of year-round safe driving practices at all District high schools.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-6 RETAKE OPPORTUNITIES TO ALLOW STUDENTS TO EARN SCHOLARS DESIGNATION FOR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to develop a campaign to encourage students to avail themselves of the retake opportunities for the State EOCs especially in those courses that exceed the requirements of the standard diploma designation (Algebra II, Geometry, Biology, and US History), so that they might earn a Scholar designation diploma.

H-7 PROPOSAL TO ENGAGE M-DCPS SCIENCE TEACHERS AND STUDENTS IN A DATA COLLECTION EFFORT TO ASSIST MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR SCIENCE-BASED MOSQUITO MONITORING PROGRAM (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, determine the feasibility and best practices to engage science teachers and students in a data collection effort that will identify where the Zika-transmitting mosquitoes are prevalent in Miami-Dade County.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

AUGUST 10, 2016 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 8, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-080 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures\u00ae PROGRAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-080 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures\u00ae Program.

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-080 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures\u00ae Program.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-081 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE IRIE FOUNDATION (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-081 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Irie Foundation.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-082 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE NAACP ACT-SO 2016 WINNERS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-082 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the NAACP ACT-SO.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-085 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSING AUGUST 2016, AS CHILDREN\u2019S VISION AND LEARNING MONTH (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-085 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing August 2016, as Children\u2019s Vision and Learning Month.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-086 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AUGUST AS NATIONAL IMMUNIZATION AWARENESS MONTH (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-086 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing August as National Immunization Awareness Month.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-083 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. LOUIS ALGAZE (replacement)

PROPOSED BY MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-083 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Louis Algaze as a recipient of the Janet Linton Leadership Award.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles K-8 Musician

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • July 5, 12, 14, 19, and 26, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • July 6, 2016 Special School Board Meeting
  • July 13, 2016 School BoardMeeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • 2016-2017 MAPs
  • Recess
  • Zika

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM JUNE 24, 2016 THROUGH JULY 14, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Personnel Action Listing 1086 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from June 24, 2016 through July 14, 2016.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective August 11, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-22 APPROVE THE 2016-2017 COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve a compensation adjustment of 2.4% for eligible Confidential Exempt Personnel (CEP) employees, and adjust the salary range accordingly.

D-23 APPROVE THE 2016-2017 COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve salary adjustments for eligible MEP class employees, effective July 1, 2016 for an average distribution of 2.4% and are inclusive of up to .4%, based on performance upon completion of 2015-2016 evaluations.

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION \u2013 SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

THERON A. CLARK
EDUCATIONAL ALTERNATIVE OUTREACH PROGRAM

GREGORY V. SOUTHWOOD-SMITH
WESTLAND HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Theron A. Clark, Educational Alternative Outreach Program, suspension without pay for thirty workdays, effective August 11, 2016.

B) Gregory V. Southwood-Smith, Westland Hialeah Senior High School, suspension without pay for twenty workdays, effective August 18, 2016.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION, TWO AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS AND ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve a charter school application for Somerset Academy, Inc., on behalf of Somerset Palms Academy, for a high performing replication of Somerset Preparatory Academy at Silver Palms (WL 0332).

2. Approve two (2) amended charter school contracts:

A. Somerset Academy, Inc. on behalf of Somerset Academy to (i.) add a permanent second campus at 19701 S.W. 127 Avenue, 19850 S.W. 125 Avenue, 19850 S.W. 125 Avenue and 19655 S.W. 127 AVE Miami, FL 33177 (Folio Nos.: 30-6901-004-0150, 30-6901-004-0130, 30-6901-004-0190, 30-6901-004-0210, 30-6901-004-0140, and 30-6901-004-0180); and (ii.) limit the second campus student enrollment to 105 Kindergarten students only, thereby increasing the total maximum enrollment from 700 students to 805 students, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2028; and

B. Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc. on behalf of Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Middle School \u2013 North Campus to (i.) grant a second, and last, one-year deferral, designating the 2016-2017 school year as a planning year and the 2017-2018 school year as the first year of operation; (ii.) decrease maximum student enrollment from 750 students to a maximum of 450 students; (iii.) add a permanent facility located at 16601 N.E. 15 Avenue and 1601 N.E. 165 Street, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162 (Folio Nos.: 07-2217-003-0440, 07-2217-003-0010 and 07-2217-003-0011); and (iv.) delete the original location at the intersection of N.W. 183 Street and N.W. 89 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33015, commencing with the 2017-18 school year and ending on June 30, 2021.

3. Approve a renewal charter school contract for ASPIRA of Florida, Inc. on behalf of ASPIRA Arts DECO to (i.) renew the contract for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2021; (ii.) add a permanent campus located at 50 N.E. 19 Terrace and 61 N.E. 19 Terrace, Miami, Florida 33132 (Folio Nos.: 01-3136-002-0330 and 01-3136-02-0320); (iii.) remain at the current facility located at One N.E. 19 Street, Miami, Florida 33132 (a/k/a 1900 N.E. Miami Court) until completion of construction at the permanent site; and (iv.) delete the reference to the unused facility located at 1851 Palm Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33010.

4. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-66 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the attached list of out-of-county/out-of-state trips for the 2016-2017 school year for use in conjunction with School Board Policy 2340 \u2013 Field and Other District-Sponsored Trips.

D-67 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY AND FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ACCEPT A DONATION OF 46 SCHOLARSHIPS FOR A TRIP TO MILAN AND CINQUE TERRE, ITALY, MONACO, FRENCH RIVIERA, FRANCE AND BARCELONA, SPAIN FROM EF EDUCATIONAL TOURS AND AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trips to:

1. Milan and Cinque Terre, Italy, Monaco, French Riviera, France and Barcelona, Spain for the students at Booker T. Washington Senior High School, John A. Ferguson Senior High School, Miami Southridge Senior High School, South Dade Senior High School, and South Miami Senior High School;

2. Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, Venice, Florence, Assisi and Rome, Italy for the students at G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School;

3. Vienna, Tyrol and Saltzburg, Austria Munich and Hidelburg, Germany Lucerne, Switzerland for the students at Coral Gables Senior High School;

4. Beijing, Xi\u2019an, and Shanghai, China for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior High School;

5. Athens, Greece for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior High School;

6. Auckland and Rotorua, New Zealand for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior High School;

7. Paris, France; Florence and Rome, Italy for the students at International Studies Preparatory Academy;

8. Beijing, Xi\u2019an, and Shanghai, and Hong Kong China for the students at Maritime and Science Technology Academy;

9. London, England, Paris, France, and Rome, Italy for the students at Howard D. McMillan Middle School; and

10. Edinburgh, Yorkshire and Warwick, Scotland, Stratford and London, England for the students at South Dade Senior High School.

D-68 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH CATAPULT LEARNING, LLC TO OPEN CATAPULT ACADEMY AS AN ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION OPTION FOR DROPOUT PREVENTION AND RECOVERY OF STUDENTS AGES 16-22, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED 90 PERCENT OF FTE/FEFP FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS EFFECTIVE AUGUST 11, 2016, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2019 (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contractual agreement with Catapult Learning, LLC to open Catapult Academy as an alternative education option for dropout prevention and recovery of students ages 16-22, in an amount not to exceed 90 percent of received FTE/FEEP for eligible students, effective August 11, 2016, through June 30, 2019.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-25 SCHOOL BOARD DESIGNATED BANK DEPOSITORY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the designation of BankUnited, N.A. as a Board approved depository in accordance with, and as provided by law.

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO REIMBURSE MIAMI DADE COLLEGE FOR ONE HALF OF THE COMMERCIAL PACKAGE POLICY AND EXCESS LIABILITY POLICY INSURING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND MIAMI DADE COLLEGE FOR NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize reimbursement of $17,427.61, representing one half of the annual renewal premiums for the commercial package and excess liability policies for the New World School of the Arts, to Miami Dade College, covering both Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Miami Dade College, with Philadelphia Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+, IX), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective August 13, 2016 through August 12, 2017.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED ADULT EDUCATION CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Adult Education Centers.

E-88 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE LAST 3 OF 125 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for the Last 3 of 125 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-89 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUDIT PLAN AND AU 260 COMMUNICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida Audit Plan and AU 260 Communication for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2016.

E-90 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT SERVICES CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Instructional Support Services Contracts and Agreements.

E-106 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, tentatively approve for planning purposes, the following schedule of Board meeting dates for the period January-December 2017: January 25, February 15, March 15, April 26, May 24 (Instructional Material Public Hearing/Regular Meeting), June 28, July 19, July 26 (First Budget Public Hearing), August 9, September 6 (Regular Meeting/Second Budget Public Hearing), October 11, November 14 (Organization Meeting), November 15 (Regular Meeting), and December 13. The final listing of meeting dates for 2017 will be established by the Board at the 2016 Organization Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 22, 2016.

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-084-CV \u2013 PEST CONTROL SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-084-CV \u2013 PEST CONTROL SERVICES to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, for an integrated pest management (IPM) program in specified areas of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of August 10, 2016 through August 9, 2018, as may be required, including extensions thereto, as follows:

TOWER PEST CONTROL, INC.
7760 WEST 20TH AVENUE
HIALEAH, FL 33016
OWNER: FRANCISCO J. TORRE, PRESIDENT

NORTH AND CENTRAL LOCATIONS

SOUTH LOCATIONS

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $400,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $200,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 PARTIAL AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-023-MM \u2013 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SERVICES AND SPECIALIZED REPAIRS FOR SCHOOL BOARD VEHICLES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. PARTIAL AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-023-MM \u2013 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SERVICES AND SPECIALIZED REPAIRS FOR SCHOOL BOARD VEHICLES, to establish a contract at firm unit prices for automotive repair and specialized repair services for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of August 10, 2016 through August 9, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

Category A - Automotive Truck and Bus Repair Service

PRIMARY

a. ELIO\u2019S AUTO ELECTRIC, INC. MBE/MWBE
3251 NW 28 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33142
OWNER: JESUS AVILA, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

Item A1 - Labor rate @ $45 per hour
Item A2 - Discount parts @ 30%
Item A3 - Cost-Plus, Consumables and Materials @ catalog price

b. SMUTNY & ROSS TRANSMISSION MBE
AND BODY SPECIALISTS
9970 BANYAN STREET
MIAMI, FL 33157
OWNER: WILLIAM SMUTNY, OWNER

Item A1 - Labor rate @ $55 per hour
Item A2 - Discount parts @ 10%
Item A3 - Cost-Plus, Consumables and Materials @ 10%

c. R & J AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE, INC. MBE/MWBE
10375 SW 187TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33157
OWNER: RODERICK SMILEY, VICE PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN

ALTERNATE

JACK LYONS TRUCK PARTS, INC.
8482 NW 96 STREET
MEDLEY, FL 33166
OWNER: JOHN L. LYONS JR., PRESIDENT

PRIMARY

a. ELIO\u2019S AUTO ELECTRIC, INC. MBE/MWBE
3251 NW 28 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33142
OWNER: JESUS AVILA, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

b. JACK LYONS TRUCK PARTS, INC.
8482 NW 96 STREET
MEDLEY, FL 33166
OWNER: JOHN L. LYONS JR., PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE

i. SMUTNY & ROSS TRANSMISSION MBE
AND BODY SPECIALISTS
9970 BANYAN STREET
MIAMI, FL 33157
OWNER: WILLIAM SMUTNY, OWNER

ii. BEACON AUTOCARE, INC. SBE/MWBE
8701 NW 13 TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33172
OWNER: DAVID PEREZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

Category B, Items B1, B2 and B3 for Specialized Repairs

PRIMARY

JACK LYONS TRUCK PARTS, INC.
8482 NW 96 STREET
MEDLEY, FL 33166
OWNER: JOHN L. LYONS JR., PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE

ARMSTRONG FORD
30725 S. FEDERAL HIGHWAY
HOMESTEAD, FL 33030
OWNER: WILLIAM ARMSTRONG, OWNER

Category D - Specialized Radiator Repairs

(ITEMS D1, D2 and D3 for Radiator Repairs (multiple radiator sizes)

PRIMARY

3 STAR ATLANTIC RADIATOR, INC.
4358 N. DIXIE HIGHWAY
OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334
OWNER: MICHAEL CROSS, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,500,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $750,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-15-080-YWP - OUTSIDE AGENCIES QUALIFIED TO OPERATE ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AT-RISK STUDENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request for Proposals No. RFP-15-080-YWP, OUTSIDE AGENCIES QUALIFIED TO OPERATE ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR AT-RISK STUDENTS, to provide educational and wrap-around services which address critical areas for the education of at-risk and/or adjudicated school-age youth, in grades 6-12 within the Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective August 10, 2016, through August 9, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS
1400 NW 36th STREET, SUITE 200
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER: SHERRY THOMPSON GIORDANO,
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (MIAMI)

b. AMIKIDS MIAMI DADE, INC.
1820 ARTHUR LAMB JR. ROAD
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33149
OWNER: TERRANCE LEVELL,
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

c. RICHMOND-PERRINE OPTIMISTIC CLUB, INC. OF MIAMI, FLORIDA
18055 HOMESTEAD AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33157
OWNER: DENNIS C. MOSS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $4,648,594 for the initial contract term, and not to exceed $1,549,531 for each subsequent one (1) year period. Board approval of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-144 WITHDRAWAL OF AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-051-MT \u2013 STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-051-MT, STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES to establish a list of preapproved vendors to provide student and class picture services, for The School of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of August 10, 2016 through August 9, 2019, as follows:

a. FOX-MAR PHOTOGRAPHY, INC.
10535 SW 109TH COURT
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER/OFFICER: IRA A. FOX, PRESIDENT

b. GRADUATE SERVICES MIAMI, INC.
DBA HJ MIAMI PHOTO
7640 NW 25TH STREET, SUITE 107
MIAMI, FL 33122
OWNER/OFFICER: MAXIM NIETO, OWNER

c. ICONIC GROUP (FLORIDA), INC.
DBA GRADIMAGES
3490 MARTIN HURST ROAD
TALLAHASSEE, FL 32301
OWNER/OFFICER: CAROLINA SUMMERS, CONTRACT AND BID MANAGER

d. LIFETOUCH NATIONAL SCHOOL STUDIOS, INC.
11000 VIKING DRIVE
EDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344
OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN ANTOLINI, AREA SALES MANAGER

e. STRAWBRIDGE STUDIOS, INC.
3616 HILLSBOROUGH ROAD
DURHAM, NC 27705
OWNER/OFFICER: KENNETH S. STRAWBRIDGE, PRESIDENT

f. TWOMATOS, INC.
16260 SW 81ST STREET
MIAMI, FL 33193
OWNER/OFFICER: ARMANDO MATO, DIRECTOR

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to obtain Request for Quotes from the awarded preapproved vendors for the initial term of three (3) years, which may be extended for an additional two (2) one year periods.

E-145 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-15-082-YWP - COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING DOROTHY M. WALLACE CONTINUING OPPORTUNITIES FOR A PURPOSEFUL EDUCATION (C.O.P.E) CENTER SOUTH (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-15-082-YWP, COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING DOROTHY M. WALLACE CONTINUING EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR A PURPOSEFUL EDUCATION AT (C.O.P.E.) CENTER SOUTH, to provide on-site comprehensive healthcare services to approximately 112 teen parents and their infants/toddlers at COPE Center South, effective August 10, 2016, through August 9, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

COMMUNITY HEALTH OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC.
10300 S.W. 216 STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33190
OWNER: BRODES H. HARTLEY, JR., PRESIDENT/CEO

Monthly rate for medical on-site services at COPE Center South @ $13,500.

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $324,000 for the initial contract term, and not to exceed $162,000 for each subsequent one (1) year period. Board approval of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-146 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-083-YWP \u2013 SCHOOL BUS ROUTES FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL BUS COMPANIES (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD ITB No. ITB-15-083-YWP \u2013 SCHOOL ROUTES FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL BUS COMPANIES, is to purchase, at firm unit prices, quantities, as may be required, for school-bus routes, for the Department of Transportation, effective August 10, 2016 through August 09, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder(s) be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto as follows:

a. M & M MARROQUIN SCHOOL BUS SERVICE, INC.
2930S.W. 17 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33145
OWNER: MARLENE MARROQUIN, PRESIDENT

Unit Price: Items 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 18 and 19

Item 5 Route 3605 @ $197 per bus per day
Item 6 Route 3606 @ $197 per bus per day
Item 7 Route 3607 @ $197 per bus per day
Item 8 Route 3608 @ $196 per bus per day
Item 9 Route 3609 @ $196 per bus per day
Item 10 Route 3610 @ $196 per bus per day
Item 11 Route 3611 @ $197 per bus per day
Item 12 Route 3612 @ $197 per bus per day
Item 18 Route 3618 @ $197 per bus per day
Item 19 Route 3619 @ $198 per bus per day

b. MANOLIN & PILAR MARTINEZ, INC. MWBE
2830 S.W. 79 COURT
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER: PILAR MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

Unit Price: Items 27, 28, 29 and 30

Item 27 Route 7602 @ $220 per bus per day
Item 28 Route 7603 @ $220 per bus per day
Item 29 Route 7604 @ $220 per bus per day
Item 30 Route 7605 @ $220 per bus per day

c. A. OLIVEROS INC.
3114 WEST 69 PLACE
HIALEAH, FL 33018
OWNER: VANESSA OLIVEROS, PRESIDENT

Unit Price: Items 24, 31, 32, 37, 38, 481, 42, 43, 45 and 51

Item 24 Route 5604 @ $223.99 per bus per day
Item 31 Route 7606 @ $243.99 per bus per day
Item 32 Route 7607 @ $210 per bus per day
Item 37 Route 7612 @ $218.99 per bus per day
Item 38 Route 7613 @ $214.99 per bus per day
Item 41 Route 7616 @ $248.99 per bus per day
Item 42 Route 7617 @ $238.99 per bus per day
Item 43 Route 7618 @ $238.99 per bus per day
Item 45 Route 7620 @ $238.99 per bus per day
Item 51 Route 7626 @ $238.99 per bus per day

d. AIR B SCHOOL BUS TRANSPORTATION, INC. SBE TIER1
6241 S.W.16 TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER: SAHILY BUSTAMANTE, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

Unit Price: Items 1, 2, 13, 17, 22, 25, 26, 53, 56, 57, 58, 59 and 60

Item 1 Route 3601 @ $270 per bus per day
Item 2 Route 3602 @ $239 per bus per day
Item 13 Route 3613 @ $340 per bus per day
Item 17 Route 3617 @ $305 per bus per day
Item 22 Route 5602 @ $215 per bus per day
Item 25 Route 5605 @ $215 per bus per day
Item 36 Route 7611 @ $225 per bus per day
Item 53 Route 7628 @ $235 per bus per day
Item 56 Route 4601 @ $205 per bus per day
Item 57 Route 4602 @ $ 205 per bus per day
Item 58 Route 4603 @ $ 205 per bus per day
Item 59 Route 4604 @ $325 per bus per day
Item 60 Route 4605 @ $295 per bus per day

e. FRANMAR CORPORATION
P. O. BOX 970783
MIAMI, FL 33197
OWNER: FRAN MARTINELLI, CEO

Unit Price: Items 3, 4, 14, 15, 16, 20, 21, 23 and 49

Item 3 Route 3603 @ $295 per bus per day
Item 4 Route 3604 @ $295 per bus per day
Item 14 Route 3614 @ $355 per bus per day
Item 15 Route 3615 @ $355 per bus per day
Item 16 Route 3616 @ $355 per bus per day
Item 20 Route 3620 @ $375 per bus per day
Item 21 Route 5601 @ $355 per bus per day
Item 23 Route 5603 @ $300 per bus per day
Item 49 Route 7624 @ $370 per bus per day

f. MARIA GAMBOA BUS SERVICE, INC.
P. O. BOX 173286
HIALEAH, FL 33017
OWNER: MARIA GAMBOA, PRESIDENT

Unit Price: Items 26, 33, 34, 39, 40 and 52

Item 26 Route 7601 @ $214 per bus per day
Item 33 Route 7608 @ $222 per bus per day
Item 34 Route 7609 @ $233 per bus per day
Item 39 Route 7614 @ $223 per bus per day
Item 40 Route 7615 @ $220 per bus per day
Item 52 Route 7627 @ $219 per bus per day

g. MARANATA SCHOOL BUS SERVICE MWBE/SBE Tier 1
CORPORATION
7161 S.W. 7 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33144
OWNER: ULISES ARIAS, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

Unit Price: Items 35, 44, 54 and 55

Item 35 Route 7610 @ $224 per bus per day
Item 44 Route 7619 @ $259 per bus per day
Item 54 Route 7629 @ $292 per bus per day
Item 55 Route 7630 @ $290 per bus per day

h. A PLUS BUS USA CORP.
D.B.A. A PLUS SCHOOL BUS
8010 N.W. 56 STREET
DORAL, FL 33166
OWNER: MIGUEL IZQUIERDO, PRESIDENT

Unit Price: Items 46, 47 and 48

Item 46 Route 7621 @ $370 per bus per day
Item 47 Route 7622 @ $370 per bus per day
Item 48 Route 7623 @ $370 per bus per day

i. MUNOZ SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC. MWBE
2838 VILLAGE GREEN DR
MIAMI, FL 33175
OWNER: RADAMES MUNOZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

Low Unit Price: Item 50
Item 50 Route 7625 @ $335 per bus per day

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $8,283,551, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $2,761,184, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD FOR ONE PROGRAM FROM A FUNDING SOURCE AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH THE AGENCY PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept a grant award for a program from:

a. North Bay Village for funding under the International Baccalaureate at Treasure Island Elementary, in the approximate amount of $390,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2019;

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the Florida Department of Education;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD:

A. EXERCISE ITS OPTION TO PURCHASE THE YOUNG WOMEN\u2019S PREPARATORY ACADEMY, LOCATED AT 1150 S.W. 1 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130 (\u201cPROPERTY\u201d), FOR $15,000,000, PLUS CLOSING COSTS, AS PROVIDED FOR UNDER THE FEBRUARY 13, 2006 LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN 1150 ASSOCIATES, LTD (\u201cLANDLORD\u201d) AND THE BOARD, BY EXTRAORDINARY VOTE; AND

B. AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) ISSUE AN OPTION NOTICE TO THE LANDLORD, EXERCISING THE PURCHASE OPTION, ACCOMPANIED BY A GOOD FAITH DEPOSIT PAYABLE TO THE LANDLORD IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,500,000; AND

2) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A PURCHASE AND SALE AGREEMENT FOR THE ACQUISITION OF THE PROPERTY; AND

3) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE CLOSING ON THE PROPERTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. exercise its Option to Purchase the Young Women\u2019s Preparatory Academy, located at 1150 S.W. 1 Street, Miami, Florida 33130 (\u201cProperty\u201d), for $15,000,000, plus closing costs, as provided for under the February 13, 2006 Lease Agreement between 1150 Associates, LTD (\u201cLandlord\u201d) and the Board, by extraordinary vote; and

B. authorize the Superintendent to:

1) issue an Option Notice to the Landlord, exercising the Purchase Option, accompanied by a good faith deposit payable to the Landlord in the amount of $1,500,000; and

2) finalize negotiations and execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement for the acquisition of the Property; and

3) finalize negotiations and execute any other documents or agreements necessary to effectuate the closing on the Property.

F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF BROWARD COUNTY FOR AN APPROXIMATE 13-ACRE SITE LOCATED IN BROWARD COUNTY AND UTILIZED AS MCTYRE PARK, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 10, 2050, IN ORDER TO FACILITATE FUTURE EXPENDITURES WITHIN THE PARK

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and the Board of County Commissioners of Broward County for an approximate 13-acre site located in Broward County and utilized as McTyre Park, to extend the term of the Agreement for the period ending September 10, 2050, in order to facilitate future expenditures within the Park, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-4 A) THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE: (revised)

1) A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE SCHOOL BOARD, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND KARIS VILLAGE, LLC (\u201cDEVELOPER\u201d), JOINED BY THE PROPERTY OWNERS, IN CONNECTION WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 88-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT S.W. 119 AVENUE AND S.W. 216 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND

2) ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT

B) THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE DEVELOPER IN THIS TRANSACTION

RECOMMENDED: A) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1) a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among the School Board, Miami-Dade County and Karis Village, LLC (\u201cdeveloper\u201d), joined by the property owners, in connection with construction of a new 88-unit residential development, located at S.W. 119 Avenue and S.W. 216 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County; and

2) any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement.

B) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to execute the waiver of conflict letter from Greenberg Traurig, which firm is serving solely as counsel for the developer in this transaction.

F-26 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) AGREEMENTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2.0 MILLION CONSTRUCTION BUDGET EACH, FOR ONE YEAR, UNDER THE SAME OTHER TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS WITH:

  • LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC.;
  • M. C. HARRY & ASSOCIATES, INC.; AND
  • LIVS ASSOCIATES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent, or his designee, to extend the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant Agreements for one year, under the same other terms, conditions and fees as the original Agreement with:

  • Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc.;
  • M.C. Harry & Associates, Inc.; and
  • LIVS Associates

F-35 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNUAL SAFETY-TO-LIFE INSPECTION DOCUMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Annual Safety-to-Life Inspection Documents.

F-41 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVE THE NEW DORAL K-8 CENTER SCHOOL SITE, LOCATED AT N.W. 90 STREET AND N.W. 114 AVENUE, DORAL, FLORIDA 33178; PROJECT NUMBER 01439300 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to serve the New Doral K-8 Center School site, located at N.W. 90 Street and N.W. 114 Avenue, Doral, Florida 33178; Project Number 01439300.

F-42 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO UNITECH BUILDERS CORPORATION, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT MAE M. WALTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 650 WEST 33 STREET, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012; PROJECT NUMBER 01434700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Unitech Builders Corporation, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Mae M. Walters Elementary School, located at 650 West 33 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project Number 01434700, in the amount of $3,765,448 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $165,374.

F-45 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO UNITECH BUILDERS CORPORATION, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT HENRY M. FLAGLER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 5222 N.W. 1 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33126; PROJECT NUMBER 01433800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Unitech Builders Corporation, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Henry M. Flagler Elementary School, located at 5222 N.W. 1 Street, Miami, Florida 33126; Project Number 01433800, in the amount of $2,850,319 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $113,772.

F-60 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO.ITB-15-075-AC - KITCHEN EQUIPMENT REPAIRS AND/OR INSTALL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-075-AC \u2013 KITCHEN EQUIPMENT REPAIRS AND/OR INSTALL, to establish a list of preapproved vendors to provide kitchen equipment maintenance, components, incidental materials and repairs, replace, retrofit, supplies and/or installation services, for the Miami-Dade County Public School District, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of August 10, 2016 through August 9, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. TWC SERVICES, INC.
14042 NW 82 AVE
MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33016
OWNER/OFFICER: JORGE FERNANDEZ, OPERATIONS
MANAGER

ALTERNATE

b. ADVANCE CASE PARTS, INC
12489 NW 44 STREET
CORAL SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33065
OWNER/OFFICER:GEORGE E. HUDE JR., VICE
PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required of kitchen equipment maintenance, components, incidental materials and repairs, replace, retrofit, supplies and/or installation services, for up to the total estimated amount of $1,500,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $750,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s).Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) new application for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICY 6110, GRANT FUNDS; PROMULGATION OF NEW POLICIES 6111, INTERNAL CONTROLS, 6112, CASH MANAGEMENT OF GRANTS, 6114, COST PRINCIPLES FOR FEDERAL FUNDS; AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 6550, TRAVEL AND PER DIEM, 7310, DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY, AND 7450, PROPERTY INVENTORY.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Policy 6110, Grant Funds; promulgate new Policies 6111, Internal Controls, 6112, Cash Management of Grants, 6114, Cost Principles for Federal Funds; and to amend Policies 6550, Travel and Per Diem, 7310, Disposition of Surplus Property, and 7450, Property Inventory.

G-4 AUTHORIZATION TO FILE LAWSUIT AGAINST ABC THERAPY CENTER CORP., UNIVERSAL MEDICAL & THERAPY GROUP, INC., OSVALDO A. GARCIA, AND OSMANI GONZALEZ TO SEEK RECOVERY OF DISTRICT FUNDS ISSUED IN PAYMENT OF SUSPECTED FRAUDULENT INSURANCE CLAIMS SUBMITTED TO THE DISTRICT (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the School Board Attorney to file a lawsuit against ABC Therapy Center Corp., Universal Medical & Therapy Group, Inc., Osvaldo A. Garcia, and Osmani Gonzalez for recovery of funds paid as a result of suspected fraudulent health insurance claims submitted to the District\u2019s self-funded insurance plan.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2016

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Hispanic Heritage Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools from September 15 through October 15, 2016.

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF \u201cETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2016\u201d IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse \u201cEthical Governance Day 2016\u201d to take place on October 20, 2016 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Commission of Ethics and Public Trust.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 28, 2016, AS \u201cDADS TAKE YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse September 28, 2016, as \u201cDads Take Your Child to School Day\u201d throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-6 RETAKE OPPORTUNITIES TO ALLOW STUDENTS TO EARN SCHOLARS DESIGNATION FOR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to develop a campaign to encourage students to avail themselves of the retake opportunities for the State EOCs (Algebra 1, Biology, and U.S. History) so that they might earn a Scholar\u2019s Designation.

H-7 COUNCIL OF GREAT CITY SCHOOLS CONFERENCE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida accept the Council of Great City Schools Executive Committee meeting update.

H-8 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO INFORM PARENTS AND STUDENTS OF CHANGES TO THE FREE APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID (FAFSA) PROCESS

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to promote changes to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) process in order to encourage parents and students to apply.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

JULY 27, 2016 FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING 6:00 P.M.
SBAB AUDITORIUM

The agenda for regular meetings is published on the Wednesday prior to the Board meeting. The summary agenda will normally be posted here on the Thursday preceding the meeting. Revisions will generally be posted on Friday, and Tuesday PM prior to the meeting.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AT THE FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132, NO LATER THAN 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

AGENDA ITEMS

SP-1 TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2016-17

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. 1) tentatively adopt the millage rates below:
  3. a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;
    b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 4.890 mills; and
  4. c) Debt Service levy of .184 mills.
  6. 2)tentatively adopt the millage resolution for FY 2016-17 for a total of 7.322 mills.

SP-2\u00a0TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2016-17 BUDGET

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. 1. tentatively adopt the FY 2016-17 Annual Budget, which consists of the budget approved for advertising on July 13, 2016, as well as the adjustments shown on Attachment A of the agenda item, and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on July 27, 2016; and

  2. 2. approve the FY 2016-17 School Allocation Plan.

NOTE:\u00a0AGENDA ITEMS SP-1 AND SP-2 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JULY 13, 2016 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 11, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-071 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FUTURE SOLDIERS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 16-071 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Future Soldiers.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-072 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING CITIZENS\u2019 CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 16-072 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Citizens\u2019 Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-073 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING WELLS FARGO FOR THEIR SUPPORT IN OUR COMMUNITY AND CONTRIBUTIONS TO OUR SCHOOLS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-073 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Wells Fargo for their support in our community and contributions to our schools.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-074 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 16-074 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida recognizing The Boys Scouts of America South Florida Council.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-075 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MDPD ASSISTANT DIRECTOR STEPHANIE DANIELS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-075 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing MDPD Assistant Director Stephanie Daniels.

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-078 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BEACH TOWING FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-078 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Beach Towing for their support of education programs for students in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-076 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CITY OF MIAMI, THE MIAMI BAYSIDE FOUNDATION, AND THE MIAMI RIVER COMMISSION (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-076 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the City of Miami, the Miami Bayside Foundation, and the Miami River Commission.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-077 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAJOR GENERAL MICHAEL T. PLEHN AND BEVERLY PLEHN ROY (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-077 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Major General Michael T. Plehn and Beverly Plehn Roy.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • June 6, 14, and 28, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • June 22, 2016 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • 2015-2016 School Performance Grades (added)

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED, INC., IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $355,307.36 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2016, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2017, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2016-2017 DISTRICT BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. enter into a contractual agreement with Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc. to operate educational programs for visually impaired children, in an amount not to exceed $355,307.36, effective August 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017, contingent upon approval of the 2016-2017 District Budget.

2. utilize an exception stated within School Board Policy 6320, based on the provision of educational and health related services to support students with significant disabilities.

The appropriation for this item will be included in the General Fund of the 2016-2017 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2016, contingent upon approval of the 2016-2017 District Budget.

C-2 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH FIVE COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, BIRTH THROUGH AGE TWO, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $3,662,633 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2016, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2017, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2016-2017 DISTRICT BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. enter into contractual agreements with five community agencies to operate programs for children with disabilities, birth through age two, in an amount not to exceed $3,662,633, effective August 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017, contingent upon approval of the 2016-2017 District Budget, as follows:

  • Association for Retarded Citizens of South Florida, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,506,775;
  • Easter Seals South Florida, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $757,448;
  • University of Miami Debbie Institute, in an amount not exceed $674,126;
  • University of Miami, Linda Ray Intervention Center/Department of Psychology, in an amount not to exceed $473,525;
  • United Cerebral Palsy Association of Miami, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $250,759; and

2. utilize an exception stated within School Board Policy 6320, based on the provision of educational and health related services to support students with significant disabilities.

The appropriation for this item will be included in the General Fund of the 2016-2017 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2016, contingent upon approval of the 2016-2017 District Budget.

C-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 DISTRICT ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (ELL) PLAN AND AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF THE PLAN TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve the Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 District English Language Learners (ELLs) Plan; and,

2. Authorize the Superintendent to submit the Plan to the Florida Department of Education.

C-4 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY ASSOCIATION OF MIAMI, INC., TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL AND RELATED SERVICES TO STUDENTS WITH SEVERE INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $181,088 EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2016, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2017, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2016-2017 DISTRICT BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. enter into a contractual agreement with United Cerebral Palsy Association of Miami, Inc., to provide educational and related services to students with severe intellectual disabilities, in an amount not to exceed $181,088, effective July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017, contingent upon approval of the 2016-2017 District budget; and

2. grant an exception to School Board Policy 6320, based on UCP\u2019s provision of health related services to support students with severe intellectual disabilities who have complex medical conditions.

The appropriation for this Item will be included in the General Fund of the 2016 -2017 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2016, contingent upon approval of the 2016-2017 District Budget.

C-5 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE (1) A RENEWAL CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH LBA CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FOUNDATION, INC., ON BEHALF OF LBA CONSTRUCTION AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ACADEMY AND (2) A RENEWAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE, INC. ON BEHALF OF ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent:

1. to negotiate and execute a renewal management agreement with LBA Children and Families Foundation, Inc., a Florida Not-for-Profit Corporation, on behalf of LBA Construction and Business Management Academy, to provide strategic planning, staffing recommendations, human resource coordination, facilities development, regulatory compliance, corporate records maintenance, accounting, budgeting, cash management and financial reporting services for the term of the charter school contract, with an option to renew, and

2. to negotiate and execute a renewal services agreement for curriculum support services with Alpha Charter of Excellence, Inc. on behalf of Alpha Charter of Excellence with an option to renew

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM MAY 13, 2016 THROUGH JUNE 23, 2016

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM MAY 24, 2016 THROUGH JUNE 27, 2016

3. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION \u2013 DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 36

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve Personnel Action Listing 1085 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from May 13, 2016 through June 23, 2016.

2. Approve instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from May 24, 2016 through June 27, 2016.

3. Accept the resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 36, as of the dates indicated.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective July 14, 2016.

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION \u2013 SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

20 CALENDAR DAYS
MICHAEL O. FOXX \u2013 CUSTODIAN
GOULDS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

7 WORKDAYS
KENNARD MOORE \u2013 SCHOOL SECURITY MONITOR
MORNINGSIDE K-8 CENTER

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Mr. Michael O. Foxx, Custodian, Goulds Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) calendar days, effective July 14, 2016.

B) Mr. Kennard Moore, School Security Monitor, Morningside K-8 Center, suspension without pay for seven (7) workdays, effective August 18, 2016.

D-64 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS AT MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY TO COMPETE IN THE NORTH AMERICAN ENVIROTHON COMPETITION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trip to Niagara Falls, Canada, Toronto, Canada and Peterborough, Canada, for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS AND FIVE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWALS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve two (2) amended charter school contracts with:

A. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of Mater Academy West, to (i.) change the school\u2019s name to Mater Academy Bay
Elementary; (ii.) change the school\u2019s location to 22025 S.W. 87th Avenue, Cutler Bay, Florida 33190 (Folio No. 36-
6015-000-0040), commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2021; and (iii.) increase the
student enrollment as follows: (a) from 450 students to a maximum of 600 students for the 2016-2017 school year;
(b) from 575 students to a maximum of 685 students for the 2017-2018 school year; (c) from 650 students to a
maximum of 815 students for the 2018-2019 school year; (d) from 715 students to a maximum of 875 students for
the 2019-2020 school year; and (e) from 750 students to a maximum of 875 students for the 2020-2021 school year;
and,

B. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of iMater Preparatory Academy High School, to (i.) add a permanent facility
located at 701 W. 20th Street, Hialeah, Florida 33010 (Folio No. 04-3013-034-0122, commencing with the 2017-2018
school year; and (ii.) increase student enrollment from 750 students to a maximum of 850 students, commencing with
the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2017.

2. Approve five (5) renewal charter school contracts, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for:

A. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of:

i. Mater Academy Lakes Middle School, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year,
and ending on June 30, 2031;

ii. Mater Academy Lakes High School, for a 15-year term, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year,
and ending on June 30, 2031;

iii. Mater Gardens Academy, for a 15-year term renewal, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year, and ending on June 30, 2031;

iv. Mater Gardens Academy Middle School, for a 15-year term renewal, commencing with the 2016-
2017 school year, and ending on June 30, 2031; and,

B. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., on behalf of Pinecrest Academy (South Campus), for a 15-year term renewal, commencing
with the 2016-2017 school year, and ending on June 30, 2031.

3. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending May 2016.

E-14 AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2016-17

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to advertise a 2016-17 Total Millage Levy that is less than the 2015-16 Final Total Millage Levy.

E-141 AWARD RFP NO. RFP-15-035-MT \u2013 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICE PILOT PROGRAM SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD RFP No. RFP-15-035-MT \u2013 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICE PILOT PROGRAM SERVICES, to select qualified and experienced individuals and/or organizations for the development and implementation of a restorative practices pilot program services for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective July 13, 2016 through July 12, 2017, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

ERADICATING THE SCHOOL-TO-PRISON PIPELINE FOUNDATION, INC
9235 SW 144TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER/OFFICER: DEBRA MAYES PANES, Ph.D., PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $96,000, for the initial contract term of one year, and an amount not to exceed $96,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amounts shown will be expended.

E-142 PARTIAL AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-067-AC- MISCELLANEOUS STOCK ITEMS

(revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. PARTIAL AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-067-AC \u2013 MISCELLANEOUS STOCK ITEMS, to purchase, at firm unit price, quantities, as may be required, miscellaneous items warehoused at Stores and Mail Distribution for various departments servicing Miami-Dade County Public School District, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of July 13, 2016 through July 12, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Floridaful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

Furniture Items

a. GLOCECOL, LLC MBE/M/WBE
10302 NW SOUTH RIVER DRIVE, BAY #23
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER/OFFICER:CECITH LONDONO, MANAGING MEMBER
Hispanic-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 6 - BOOKSHELF, MAPLE, 36x13Dx57-1/8H, EACH @ $316.90
Item 7 - CHAIR, STACKING, 18", BLACK, EACH @ $60.20
Item 9 - CABINET, FILE, 2DR LGL, GRAY, EACH @ $367.00
Item 10 - CABINET, FILE, 2DR LGL, PUTTY, EACH @ $367.00
Item 11 - CABINET, FILE, 4DR LGL, GRAY, EACH @ $450.00
Item 12 - CABINET, FILE, 4DR LGL, PUTTY, EACH @ $450.00
Item 13 - HAND TRUCK, CAST ALUMINUM STRAIGHT BACK FRAME @ $290.00.

Apparel Items

b. GLOCECOL, LLC MBE/M/WBE
10302 NW SOUTH RIVER DRIVE, BAY #23
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER/OFFICER:CECITH LONDONO, MANAGING MEMBER
Hispanic-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 17 - GLOVES, CLEAN, FLOCKLIND, XLGE, 1DZ/PACK @ $13.05
Item 18 - GLOVES, CLEAN, FLOCKLINED, LGE, 1DZ/PACK @ $13.05
Item 19 - GLOVES, CLEAN, FLOCKLINED, MED, 1DZ/PACK @ $13.05
Item 29 - RAIN COAT WITH HOOD Large, EACH @ $6.25
Item 30 - RAIN COAT WITH HOOD MEDIUM, EACH @ $6.25
Item 31 - RAIN COAT WITH HOOD SMALL, EACH @ $6.25
Item 32 - RAIN COAT WITH HOOD XLARGE, EACH @ $6.25
Item 33 - RAINCOAT WITH HOOD XXL, 1 LB CONTAINER @ $6.25
Item 34 - RAINCOAT WITH HOOD XXXL, 1 LB CONTAINER @ $6.66
Item 47 - BACK SUPPORT BELT LARGE, EACH @ $9.50
Item 48 - BACK SUPPORT BELT MEDIUM, EACH @ $10.50
Item 49 - BACK SUPPORT BELT SMALL, EACH @ $9.50
Item 50 - BACK SUPPORT BELT XL, EACH @10.50
Item 57 - GLOVE, WHITE-COTTON 8 OZ, PAIR @ $.40
Item 58 - GLOVE, LEATHER PALM, FINGER TIPS, PAIR @ $1.69
Item 60 - GLOVE, DRIVER SPLIT LEATHER ONLY, PAIR @2.40
Item 61 - GLOVE, LEATHER 3/4 BACK GAUNTLE, PAIR @ $2.45

c. IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC MBE/M/WBE
18149 NE 19 AVENUE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MANAGER
African-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 23 - JACKET, SCH SECURITY, SMALL, EACH @ $27.99
Item 24 - JACKET, SCH SECURITY, LARGE @ $27.99
Item 25 - JACKET, SCH SECURITY, XLGE @ $25.47
Item 28 - JACKET, SCH SECURITY, XXXLGE, 12TB/BX @ $29.99
Item 46 - INK, LINOLEUM, ORANGE, 12TB/BX @ $23.40
Item 51 - BACK SUPPORT BELT, XXL, EACH @ $38.00
Item 52 - BACK SUPPORT BELT, XXXL, EACH @ $38.00
Item 53 - BELT, SUPPORT, BACK, BLACK, LARGE, EACH@ $45.00
Item 54 - BELT, SUPPORT, BACK, BLACK, X-LARGE EACH $48.00
Item 55 - BELT, SUPPORT, BACK, BLACK, MED. EACH @ $46.00
Item 56 - BELT, SUPPORT, BACK, BLACK, SMALL EACH @ $42.00
Item 59 - GLOVE, TIG, WELDING, LIGHT WEIGHT, PAIR @ $27.99

d. HOLSEN, INC SBE/M/WBE
655 N. BISCAYNE RIVER DRIVE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33169
OWNER/OFFICER: DARRYL HOLSENDOLPH, PRESIDENT
African-American

Item 27 - JACKET, SCHOOL SECURITY, MEDIUM, EACH @ $27.50
Item 35 - COAT, RAIN, DETACHABLE HOOD, LARGE, EACH @ $18.00
Item 36 - COAT, RAIN, DETACHABLE HOOD, XXXLARGE, EACH @ $22.00
Item 37 - COAT, RAIN, DETACHABLE HOOD, XL, EACH @ $18.00
Item 38 - COAT, RAIN, DETACHABLE HOOD, MEDIUM, EACH @18.00
Item 39 - SHIRT, SCH SECURITY, GREEN, LARGE, EACH @ 7.00
Item 40 - SHIRT, SCH SECURITY, GREEN, MEDIUM, EACH @ 7.00
Item 41 - SHIRT, SCH SECURITY, GREEN, SMALL, EACH @ 7.00
Item 42 - SHIRT, SCH SECURITY, GREEN, XLARGE, EACH @ 7.00
Item 43 - SHIRT, SCH SECURITY, GREEN, XXLARGE, EACH @ $9.00
Item 44 - SHIRT, SCH SECURITY, GREEN, XXXLARGE, EACH @ $11.00
Item 45 - SHIRT, SCH SECURITY, GREEN, XXXXLARGE, EACH @ $13.00
Item 46 - SHIRT, SCH SECURITY, GREEN, XXXXXLARGE, EACH @ $15.00

Tissue Paper Paper Towels and Dispensers

e. EMF ENTERPRISES CORPORATION MBE/M/WBE
10490 NW 26 STREET, SUITE A
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: FERNANDEZ,ELIZABETHDIRECTOR
Hispanic-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 62 - TISSUE, TOILET, PAPER, 80-96 ROLLS, CASE @ $39.74
Item 63 - TOWELS, PAPER, BATH, CASE @ $49.59
Item 64 - TOWELS, PAPER, HAND, CASE @ $15.87

Can Liners and Compactor Bags*
*Contingent upon product testing. Should the product pass M-DCPS Product Testing the next lowest bidder with an approved product will be utilized.

f. GLOCECOL, LLC MBE/M/WBE
10302 NW SOUTH RIVER DRIVE, BAY #23
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER/OFFICER:CECITH LONDONO, MANAGING MEMBER
Hispanic-American

Low Unit Prices:

*Item 67 - BAG, COMPACTOR, 43 X 47 100, CASE @ $13.95
*Item 70 - BAG, PLASTIC, 36" X 60" 100, CASE @ $13.95

g. EMF ENTERPRISES CORPORATION MBE/M/WBE
10490 NW 26 STREET, SUITE A
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: ELIZABETH FERNANDEZ, DIRECTOR
Hispanic-American

Low Unit Prices:

*Item 68 - BAG, PLASTIC, 24" X 24", 500, CASE @ $9.69
*Item 69 - BAG, PLASTIC, 30 X 37" CAN LINER 250, CASE @ $22.77
*Item 71 - BAG, PLASTIC, 40 X 46", CAN LINER 100, CASE @ $14.92

First Aid, Safety and Medical Supplies

h. MORPH MEDICAL, LLC MBE/M/WBE
407 LINCOLN ROAD SUITE #702
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
OWNER/OFFICER: MUNESHWAR MAHARAJ, CEO
Asian-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 107 - ALCOHOL, 16 OZ BOTTLE, 12/CS @ $20.48
Item 109 - APPLICATOR, WOODEN, 6" X 1000/BOX @ $4.01
Item 115 - COLD PACK, INSTANT, DISPOSABLE, CASE @ $11.05
Item 117 - CPR KIT, NON-RESEALABLE POLY BAG, EACH @ $5.20
Item 118 - GAUZE PADS, 2" X 2" WIDE, BOX/25 EACH @ $1.51
Item 119 - GAUZE PADS, 4" X 4" WIDE, BOX/25 EACH @ $2.21
Item 122 - PAPER, EXAM TABLE, 24"X260', 8 RL/ CASE @ $34.45
Item 124 - SOAP, LIQ, ANTISEPTIC, 8 OZ, 12BL/CS @ $73.84
Item 127 - TISSUE, WHITE, 2 PLY, 36 BOX/ CASE @ $29.40
Item 128 - TONGUE DEPRESSORS, WOODEN, 500/BOX @ $3.75
Item 132 - GLASSES, SAFETY, STANDARD, EACH @ $0.97
Item 134 - GLASSES - SAFETY ANTI-FOG, EACH @ $1.03
Item 137 - GLASSES - SAFETY OVER-THE-GLASS, EACH @ $1.03
Item 138 - EARMUFF, EACH @ $15.11
Item 142 - WASH, EYE, EACH @ $4.41
Item 144 \u2013 BANDAGE, EACH @ $1.45

i. IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC MBE/M/WBE
18149 NE 19 AVENUE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MANAGER
African-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 108 - ANTISEPTIC CLEANER, 24 OZ CANS, 12/CASE @ $48.92
Item 110 - BAND-AIDS, 1" X 3" WIDE, BOX @ $2.96
Item 111 - BAND-AIDS, 1-1/2" X 1-1/2" BOX/100 @ $4.11
Item 112 - BAND-AIDS, 3/4" X 3" WIDE, BOX/100 @ $2.64
Item 114 - CLEANUP KIT, BIOHAZ, 24/BOX @ $5.53
Item 116 - COTTON, BALLS, BOX/4000 @ $13.55
Item 123 - PINS, SAFETY, ASST. SIZES PACK/50 @ $2.45
Item 125 - TAPE, ADHESIVE, 1" WIDE, 12ROLL/COUNT @ $10.00

j. AGNI ENTERPRISES, LLC MBE/M/WBE
8530 SW 124TH AVENUE SUITE 103-307
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33183
OWNER/OFFICER: POCHI, SUBBARAYAN R, AMBR
Asian-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 121 - GOGGLE, SAFETY, CLEAR LENS @ $1.94
Item 126 - THERMOMETER, CLINICL, 1-USE, 100/BOX @ $18.39
Item 143 - FILTER RESPIRATOR, PACKAGE @ $20.96

k. GLOCECOL, LLC MBE/M/WBE
10302 NW SOUTH RIVER DRIVE, BAY #23
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER/OFFICER: CECITH LONDONO, MANAGING MEMBER
Hispanic-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 129 - MASK, RESPIRATOR, DUST, BOX @ $7.84
Item 130 - MASK, RESPIRATOR, DUST, BOX @ $0.50
Item 131 - COVERALL - TYVEK SUIT, EACH @ $4.68
Item 135 - GLASSES, PROTECTIVE EYEWEAR, EACH @ $1.05
Item 136 - KIT - FIRSTAID, EACH @ $19.30
Item 139 - GLOVE, NEOPRENE/LATEX, DOZEN @ $13.95
Item 140 - KIT - FIRST AID TEN (10) PERSON KIT, EACH @ $10.95
Item 141 - EARPLUG DISPOSABLE, BOX @ $22.00

Paper Items

l. GLOCECOL, LLC MBE/M/WBE
10302 NW SOUTH RIVER DRIVE, BAY #23
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER/OFFICER:CECITH LONDONO, MANAGING MEMBER
Hispanic-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 146 - BOX, FOR PACKAGING, EACH @ $0.69
Item 147 - FOLDERS, FILE, LEGAL SIZE, CASE @ $48.50
Item 149 - PAPER, LEGAL, 8-1/2 X 14, BOX @ $44.00
Item 162 - PAPER, ART, ROLL, WHITE, ROLL @ $88.00
Item 163 - PAPER, ART, ROLL, YELLOW, ROLL @ $107.00
Item 164 - PAPER, CONST, BLUE, 12X18, 25PACK/CASE @ $52.90
Item 176 - PAPER, DRAWING, WHITE, 12X18, CASE @ $105.25
Item 186 - PAPER, WRAPPING, NATURAL, ROLL @ $27.54
Item 187 - PAPER, CONST, ASSORTD, 12X18, 25 PK/ CASE @ $98.90
Item 188 - PAPER, CONST, ASSORTD, 18X24, 15 PK/ CASE @ $124.00
Item 192 - PAPER, CONST, LT RED, 12X18, 25 PK/ CASE @ $131.00
Item 198 - PAPER, TAGBOARD, WHITE, 18X24, 1PK/ CASE @ $8.18
Item 199 - PAPER, TISSUE, ASSTCLRS, 20X30, 6PACK/ CASE @ 65.40

m. IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC MBE/M/WBE
18149 NE 19 AVENUE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MANAGER
African-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 148 - FOLDERS, FILE, LETTER SIZE, CASE @ $25.99
Item 150 - PAPER, LETTER, 8 1/2 X 11, BOX @ $25.89
Item 157 - PAPER, ART, ROLL, AQUA, ROLL @ $81.00
Item 158 - PAPER, ART, ROLL, BLACK, ROLL @ $85.90
Item 159 - PAPER, ART, ROLL, GREEN, ROLL @ $90.61
Item 160 - PAPER, ART, ROLL, ORANGE, ROLL @ $85.09
Item 161 - PAPER, ART, ROLL, RED, ROLL @ $90.61
Item 165 - PAPER, CONST, BLUE, 18X24, 15PK, CASE @ $95.53
Item 166 - PAPER, CONST, GOLD, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $42.18
Item 167 - PAPER, CONST, GRAY, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $83.09
Item 168 - PAPER, CONST, LIME, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $79.07
Item 169 - PAPER, CONST, PINK, 18X24, 15PK/ CASE @ $25.71
Item 170 - PAPER, CONST, TURQ, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $42.18
Item 171 - PAPER, CONST, BLACK, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $81.48
Item 172 - PAPER, CONST, SH PINK, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $80.95
Item 173 - PAPER, CONST, WHITE, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $81.48
Item 174 - PAPER, DRAWING, MANILA, 12X18, 4RM/ CASE @ $50.24
Item 177 - PAPER, DRAWING, WHITE, 18X24, CASE @ $47.15
Item 179 - PAPER, NEWSPRINT, 12X18, 5RM/ CASE @ $33.46
Item 184 - PAPER, RR BOARD, WHITE, CASE @ $36.87
Item 189 - PAPER, CONST, DKBROWN, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $42.18
Item 190 - PAPER, CONST, FESTGRN, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $42.18
Item 191 - PAPER, CONST, FESTRED, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $83.09
Item 193 - PAPER, CONST, LTYELLOW, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $41.11
Item 194 - PAPER, CONST, ORANGE, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $40.57
Item 195 - PAPER, CONST, SKYBLUE, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $41.18
Item 196 - PAPER, CONST, VIOLET, 12X18, 25PK/ CASE @ $80.49
Item 197 - PAPER, TAGBOARD, WHITE, 12X18, 6PK/ CASE @ $52.02

Electronics Items

n. IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC MBE/M/WBE
18149 NE 19 AVENUE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MANAGER
African-American

Low Unit Prices:

Item 201 - SWITCH, EACH @ $54.00
Item 202 - SPEAKER, EACH @ $75.00
Item 203 - SPEAKER, EACH @ $50.00
Item 204 - SWITCH, EACH @ $57.00
Item 205 - BOARD, EACH @ $80.00

REJECTED ITEMS BY CATEGORY

Furniture Items Rejected

Item 1 - STOOL, WOOD, 24"
Item 2 - STOOL, WOOD, 30"
Item 3 - STOOL, NEW STYLE CAFETERIA SEAT
Item 4 - STOOL, 4 BOLT CAFETERIA SEAT
Item 5 - STOOL, CAFETERIA
Item 8 - DESK, ZUMA, FUSION MAPLE TOP

Apparel Items Rejected

Item 14 - BOOT, OVERSHOE, SIZE 11, BLK, PVC
Item 15 - BOOT, OVERSHOE, SIZE 13, BLK, PVC
Item 16 - BOOT, OVERSHOE, SIZE 9, BLK, PVC
Item 20 - GLOVES, CLEAN, KNIT LINED, LARGE, DOZEN/PACK
Item 21 - GLOVES, CLEAN, KNIT LINED, MEDIUM, DOZEN/PACK
Item 22 - GLOVES, CLEAN, KNITLINED, X-LARGE, DOZEN/PACK

Tissue Paper, Paper Towels and Dispensers

Item 65 - DISPENSER, PAPER TOWEL, METAL
Item 66 - DISPENSER, TOILET TISSUE, ROUND ROLL ALUMINUM

Specialty Printing and Specialty Paper Items Rejected

Item 72 - ADMISSION TO CLASS, PACK /1000
Item 73 - CASH REG CORRECTION REQUEST, PACK /100
Item 74 - CENTRALIZED FEE COLLECTION, PACK /250
Item 75 - CHECK REQ FOR AUTOMATED SYS, PACK /200
Item 76 - CUMULATIVE RECORDS FOLDER, PACK /200
Item 77 - FOLDER, EXCEPTIONL STUDENT REC, PACK /50
Item 78 - INCOMING CONTROLLED EQUIP, PACK /100
Item 79 - INTERNAL FUND PURCHASE ORDR, PACK /100
Item 80 - MATERIAL TICKETS, $10.00, PACK /100
Item 81 - MATERIAL TICKETS, $20.00, PACK /100
Item 82 - MATERIAL TICKETS, $5.00, PACK /100
Item 83 - NOTICE OF WITHDRAW/TRANSFER, PACK /2OO
Item 84 - NUMBERS, BOOK, ROLL/500
Item 85 - OFFICIAL TEA RECEIPTS, PACK /10 BKS
Item 86 - OUTGOING CONTROLLED EQUIPMENT, PACK /100
Item 87 - PERSONNEL FILE FOLDER, BOX/25
Item 88 - RECAP OF COLLECTIONS, 2-PT, PACK /200
Item 89 - STUDENT CASE MGT REF. FORM, CASE/1000
Item 90 - STUDENT CASE MGT ST SRVFRM, CASE/1000
Item 91 - STUDENT VOL. RECEIPT BOOKS, PACK /10BK
Item 92 - WORK ORD/RECEIPT, AUTO-A/C, PACK/5 PD
Item 93 - WORK ORD/RECEIPT, COSMO, PACK/ 5 BKS
Item 94 - YEARBOOK SALES RECEIPTS, PACK/300
Item 95 - STUDENT DATA CARD, ENG, PACK/250
Item 96 - STUDENT DATA CARD, SPANISH, PK/250
Item 97 - BOX, FOR COMPUTER RECORDS
Item 98 - PAPER, FOR STUDENT DATA CARD, ITS ONLY
Item 99 - REPORT CARD FORM, ELEMENTARY
Item 100 - REPORT CARD FORM, MIDDLE
Item 101 - REPORT CARD FORM, SENIOR
Item 102 - SUBJ. SELECTION, (FOR OIT USE ONLY)

Miscellaneous Paper Items Rejected

Item 103 - CARDS, POST, CONTINOUS FORM FEED
Item 104 - PAPER, BLANK CONT FOR LUNCH CARD
Item 105 - PAPER, LASER PRINTER, 8-1/2 X 12, OIT ONLY
Item 106 - FILM, LAMINATING

First Aid, Safety, and Medical Supplies Rejected

Item 113 - BIOHAZARD FLUID SOLIDIFIER, 5 OZ, 24/CS
Item 120 - GOGGLE, SAFETY, GREY LENS
Item 133 - GLOVE, PVC

Paper (classroom, art, etc.), Folders, and Boxes Rejected

Item 145 - BOX, RECORD STORAGE, PACK/25
Item 151 - FILM, STRETCH, 18" X 1500' CASS/4 RL
Item 152 - BOARD, MAT, 4 PLY, 30"X40", 25SH/PK
Item 153 - MANUSCRIPT, 1ST GR, RED BASELINE ZB
Item 154 - MANUSCRIPT, 1ST GRADE
Item 155 - MANUSCRIPT, 2ND GR, RED BASELINE ZB
Item 156 - MANUSCRIPT, K, RED BASELINE ZB
Item 175 - PAPER, DRAWING, MANILA, 18X24, CASE
Item 178 - PAPER, DRAWING, WHITE, 24X36, 1RM/CS
Item 180 - PAPER, NEWSPRT, PICSTORY, 8X10-1/2
Item 181 - PAPER, PENMANSHIP, 3/8" RULED
Item 182 - PAPER, RR BOARD, BLACK, CASE
Item 183 - PAPER, RR BOARD, CANARY, CASE
Item 185 - PAPER, WATER COLOR, WHITE, 25/PACK

Electronic Items Rejected

Item 200 - SPEAKER
Item 206 - BAFFLE, W/O SPEAKER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at firm unit prices, quantities, as may be required of art and physical supplies for up to the total estimated amount of $4,400,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $2,200,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 REJECT ITB NO. ITB-15-041-YWP \u2013 POLICE PROMOTIONAL SERVICES

REJECT ITB NO. ITB-14-047-AC \u2013 CUTLERY SUPPLIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. REJECT ITB-15-041-YWP \u2013 POLICE PROMOTIONAL SERVICES, the responsive bidder is a government entity and staff has determined that it would be in the best interest of the District to reject this bid.

2. REJECT ITB-14-047-AC \u2013 CUTLERY SUPPLIES, due to lack of responsive bidders to this solicitation as well as increased cost to the District.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR TWELVE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for twelve programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged, in the approximate amount of $134,268,461, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part C, Education of Migratory Children, in the approximate amount of $850,627, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part D, Programs for Neglected and Delinquent Youth, in the approximate amount of $472,502, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title II, Part A, Teacher and Principal Training & Recruiting Fund, in the approximate amount of $17,664,160, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners (ELLs), in the approximate amount of $9,191,527, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title III, Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (IY), in the approximate amount of $2,589,594, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

g. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, Part B, (IDEA), in the approximate amount of $76,565,039, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

h. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $1,262,582, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

i. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers, Part B, in the approximate amount of $1,746,887, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

j. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under FDLRS Associate Centers, Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $270,468, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

k. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $12,325,246, for the grant period of August 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017; and

l. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Early Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $2,431,471, for the grant period of August 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017.

2. Enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

a. City Year, Inc., in the approximate amount of $1,924,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

b. College Summit, Inc., in the approximate amount of $172,500, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

c. Central Florida Parent Center, Inc., in the approximate amount of $240,400, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

d. Embrace Girls Foundation, in the approximate amount of $75,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

e. SEI/Overtown, Inc., in the approximate amount of $240,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

f. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami, in the approximate amount of $80,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

g. Girl Power Rocks/World Literacy Crusade of Florida, Inc., in the approximate amount of $50,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

h. Agile Mind, Inc., in the approximate amount of $131,050, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

i. Ellevation, in the approximate amount of $660,000, in support of the Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners grant program;

j. Close Up, in the approximate amount of $559,000, in support of the Title III, Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (IY) grant program;

k. Institute for Children and Family Health, Inc., in the approximate amount of $140,000, in support of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B grant program;

l. Florida International University/Residential Electrical Wiring Program in the approximate amount of $77,000, in support of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B grant program;

m. JKM Training, Inc., in the approximate amount of $5,000, in support of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B grant program;

n. Best Buddies International, Inc., in the approximate amount of $46,400, in support of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B grant program.

o. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $134,446, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers grant program;

p. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $79,536, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers, Part B, Preschool grant program;

q. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $12,325,246, in support of the Head Start Program; and

r. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $2,931,471, in support of the Early Head Start Program.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grants in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $394,889 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2)make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF M. C. HARRY AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED NEW K-8 CENTER (FACILITY CONVERSION), LOCATED AT 13835 N.W. 97 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33018, PHASE 2A PROJECT NUMBER 01439703 AND PHASE 2B PROJECT NUMBER 01439704 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded New K-8 Center (Facility Conversion), Located at 13835 N.W. 97 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018, Phase 2A Project Number 01439703 and Phase 2B Project Number 01439704 as follows:

1) a lump sum fee for Phase 2A of $78,700 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) a lump sum fee for Phase 2B $225,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

3) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED FACILITY CONVERSION PROJECT FOR A NEW K-8 CENTER, PHASES 2A AND 2B AT 13835 N.W. 97 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33018, PHASE 2A PROJECT NUMBER 01439703 AND PHASE 2B PROJECT NUMBER 01439704 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Facility Conversion project for a New K-8 Center, Phases 2A and 2B, at 13835 N.W. 97 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018; Phase 2A Project Number 01439703 and Phase 2B Project Number 001439704, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $19,150 for Phase 2A Pre-construction Services;

2) Lump sum fee of $26,900 for Phase 2B Pre-construction Services; and

3) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF M. C. HARRY & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED CLASSROOM ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS AT BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 13100 N.W. 12 AVENUE, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33168, PROJECT NUMBER 01432700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Classroom Addition and Renovations at Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center, located at 13100 N.W. 12 Avenue, North Miami, Florida 33168, Project Number 01432700, as follows:

1. a lump sum fee of $346,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2. Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (CMR) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED CLASSROOM ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS AT BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 13100 N.W. 12 AVENUE, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33168, PROJECT NUMBER, 01432700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Classroom Addition and Renovations at Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center, located at 13100 N.W. 12 Avenue, North Miami, Florida 33168, Project Number, 01432700, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $41,000 for Pre-Construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-30 COMMISSIONING OF SALTZ MICHELSON ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER REPLACEMENT AT MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LOCATED AT 4280 WEST 8 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012, PROJECT NUMBER 01434800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and P.E. Shelter Replacement at Meadowlane Elementary School, located at 4280 West 8 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project Number 01434800, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $322,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-31 COMMISSIONING OF LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (CMR) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER REPLACEMENT AT MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4280 WEST 8 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012, PROJECT NUMBER, 01434800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Link Construction Group, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and P.E. Shelter Replacement at Meadowlane Elementary School, located at 4280 West 8 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project Number, 01434800, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $38,000 for Preconstruction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-32 AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. (THORNTON) FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW K-8 SCHOOL, LOCATED AT N.W. 90 STREET AND N.W. 114 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33178; PROJECT NUMBER 01439300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Thornton Construction Company, Inc. the General Obligation Bond funded New K-8 School located at N.W. 90 Street and N.W. 114 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33178; Project Number 01439300, on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $10,761,101.

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order No. 2 on Project No. 01138500, School Replacement, Frederick Douglass Elementary for an additional cost of $50,855.52 and a time extension of 14 days.

F-41 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE THE GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVE THE MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1050 N.W. 195 STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, 33169, PROJECT NUMBER 00223200; AND TO CONVEY THE SUBJECT UTILITY LINES IN FAVOR OF AND TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute the Grant of Easement Agreement to the City of North Miami Beach for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to serve the Miami Norland Senior High School located at 1050 N.W. 195 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida, 33169, Project Number 00223200; and to convey the subject utility lines in favor of and to the City of North Miami Beach

F-42 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY (CARIVON), FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT D.A. DORSEY TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LOCATED AT 7100 N.W. 17 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147; PROJECT NUMBER 01442900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Carivon Construction Company (Carivon) for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at D.A. Dorsey Technical College, located at 7100 N.W. 17 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33147, Project Number 01442900, in the amount of $2,495,639 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $180,775.

F-60 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-073-CV \u2013 SECURITY SYSTEM SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-073-CV \u2013 SECURITY SYSTEMS SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, to maintain a fully operational security system, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of July 13, 2016 through July 13, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

NORTH AND CENTRAL REGIONS

STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS MBE
5632 N. W. 161ST STREET
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
OWNER: SYED A. SHAH, PRESIDENT

ASIAN AMERICAN

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $3,000,000 for the initial contract term of two (2) years, and an amount not to exceed $1,500,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 5830, STUDENT FUND-RAISING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policy 5830, Student Fundraising.

G-2 REVIEW OF SCHOOL BOARD DECORUM POLICY, 0169.1 (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize further review of School Board Policies involving decorum at School Board meetings, and if recommended, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend these policies at its August 10, 2016 School Board meeting.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 5-E SCHOOL ASSESSMENT TOOL DEVELOPED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI WALKSAFE\u00ae AND BIKESAFE\u00ae PROGRAMS TO PROMOTE WALK AND BIKE FRIENDLY SCHOOLS, AND RECOGNITION OF ELEVEN SCHOOLS AWARDED CERTIFICATES FOR THEIR PARTICIPATION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 5-E School Assessment Tool developed by the University of Miami WalkSafe\u00ae and BikeSafe\u00ae Programs to promote Walk and Bike safety at schools, and recognize eleven (11) Miami-Dade County Public Schools which were awarded certificates for their participation.

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2016 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY FLYER FOR DISTRIBUTION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2016 Welcome Back to School Safety Flyer for distribution during the first week of school.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2016 INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE \u201cWALKSAFE\u201d PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM, DURING THE WEEK OF THE EVENT (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2016 International \u201cWalk to School Day\u201d, and implement the \u201cWalkSafe\u201d pedestrian safety program curriculum during the week of the event.

H-6 DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS AND EDUCATION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, request the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of partnering with Miami-Dade County Board of County Commissioners to address the issue of domestic violence awareness, education, and resources in our schools.

H-7 IMPROVING STUDENT HEALTH INFORMATION THROUGH ELECTRONIC HEALTH RECORDS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. Establish a deeper collaboration with the Children\u2019s Trust\u2019s Health Initiative \u2013 Health Connect in Our Schools and their health care providers to explore the feasibility of a centralized health record system to improve student health at no additional cost to the District; and

2. Review District contracted in-school nursing healthcare services and explore the feasibility of the establishment of a centralized health record system for students through the District\u2019s contracted health service providers; and

3. Ensure that the physical and digital collection, use, and storage of the personal information of our students are safeguarded.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

JULY 6, 2016 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING 4:00 P.M.
SBAB - Auditorium

PURPOSE: To discuss the Superintendent’s reorganization recommendation. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 An agenda will be available at 4:00 p.m., on June 30, 2016.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, by noon on Tuesday, July 5, 2016.\u00a0 For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center 305-995-1128.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click here.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].
 
4:00 P.M.   School Board Administration Building, Auditorium
CALL TO ORDER     
Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION
SP-1 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SUPERINTENDENT’S REALIGNMENT, RESTRUCTURING, REORGANIZATION (revised)

  1. 1.
APPROVE THE PROPOSED REORGANIZATION AND RESTRUCTURING OF SELECT DISTRICT OFFICES
2.APPROVE THE CLASSIFICATION AND/OR ESTABLISHMENT OF SELECT MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (MEP) AND DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS’ ASSOCIATION (DCSAA) POSITIONS
3.APPROVE CHANGES TO THE TITLE, PAY GRADE, AND/OR MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR SELECT MEP AND DCSAA POSITIONS
4.APPOINT, ASSIGN, AND/OR RECLASSIFY MEP AND DCSAA PERSONNEL, AND
5.AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO MAKE MINOR PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS TO EFFECTUATE THIS REORGANIZATION
RECOMMENDED: That effective July 7, 2015, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:
 1.Approve the proposed reorganization and restructuring of select district offices;
 2.Approve the classification and/or establishment of select Managerial Exempt Personnel (MEP) and Dade County School Administrators’ Association (DCSAA) positions:
  a.
  1. District Compliance Officer, MEP, pay grade 25
  b.District Director, Charter Schools, MEP, pay grade 23
  c.Family Liaison Officer, MEP, pay grade 23
  d.Executive Director, Charter Schools, MEP, pay grade 22
  e.Executive Director, External Communications, MEP, pay grade 22
  f.District Supervisor, Charter Schools, MEP, pay grade 21
  g.Fiscal Supervisor-Charter Schools, MEP, pay grade 20
  h.Supervisor, Centralized School Bus Routing, MEP, pay grade 20
  i.Supervisor, Civilian Investigative Unit (CIU), MEP, pay grade 19
  j.Audit Coordinator II, DCSAA, pay grade 42
  k.Property Auditor Manager, DCSAA, pay grade 35
  l.FTE Staff Auditor, DCSAA, pay grade 35
  m.FTE Support Specialist, DCSAA, pay grade 33
  n.Property Audit Specialist, DCSAA, pay grade 33
  o.Video Editor/Videographer, DCSAA, pay grade 33
 3.Approve changes to the title, pay grade, and/or minimum qualifications for the following MEP and DCSAA positions:
  a.Assistant Superintendent, Charter Schools, MEP pay grade 25 to Assistant Superintendent, Compliance & Support, MEP, pay grade 25
  b.Chief of Staff, MEP, pay grade 26 to Chief of Staff, MEP, pay grade 25
  c.Administrative Director, Facilities Operations & Legislative Support, MEP, pay grade 24 to Administrative Director, Facilities Operations & Legislative Support-Charter Schools, MEP, pay grade 24
  d.Deputy Risk & Benefits Officer, MEP, pay grade 24 to Administrative Director, Risk & Benefits, MEP, pay grade 24
  e.Executive Director, Retirement/Leave, MEP, pay grade 22 to District Director, Retirement/Leave, MEP, pay grade 23
  f.Executive Director, Civilian Investigative Unit, MEP, pay grade 22
  g.Executive Director, Data Security & Technical Services, MEP Pay grade 22 to District Director, Data Security & Technical Services, MEP Pay grade 23
  h.Director, M/WBE & Related Services, MEP, pay grade 21, to Director, Contract Compliance, MEP pay grade 21
  i.Supervisor, Police Support Operations, MEP, pay grade 20 to Director, Police Support Operations, MEP, pay grade 21
  j.Supervisor, Vocational Fiscal Services, MEP, pay grade 19 to Supervisor, Vocational Fiscal Services, MEP, pay grade 20
  k.Supervisor, Asbestos Abatement, DCSAA pay grade 43 to Coordinator III, Environmental Remediation, DCSAA, pay grade 40
 4.Appoint, assign, and/or reclassify MEP and DCSAA personnel; and
 5.Authorize the Superintendent to make personnel adjustments to effectuate this reorganization.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JUNE 22, 2016 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JUNE 20, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-060 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE YMCA YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT STUDENTS (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-060 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the YMCA Youth in Government students.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO.16-059 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MEMBERS OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DURING THE 2016 LEGISLATIVE SESSION

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-059 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Members of the Miami-Dade County Legislative Delegation for their support of Miami-Dade County Public Schools during the 2016 Legislative Session.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-064 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING MR. SCOTT B. CLARK (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-064 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Mr. Scott B. Clark for his years of dedicated service to Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-066 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THOMAS V. GAMMON (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-066 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Thomas V. Gammon.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-061 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BILZIN SUMBERG FOR THEIR COMMUNITY WORK WITH THE SCHOOLS IN DISTRICT 1

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-061 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Bilzin Sumberg for their community work.

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-062 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. JENNIFER ADAMS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-062 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Jennifer Adams.

B-10 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-070 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HAMILTON, MILLER & BIRTHISEL LAW FIRM (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-070 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hamilton, Miller & Birthisel Law Firm.

B-11 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-XXX OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE POLICE DEPARTMENT ASST. DIRECTOR STEPHANIE DANIELS (withdrawn)

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-067 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING CITY ATTORNEY FOR CORAL GABLES CRAIG E. LEEN

ACTION PROPOSED BY RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-067 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Mr. Craig E. Leen, City Attorney for Coral Gables.

B-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-068 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE GREATER MIAMI CHAPTER OF CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-068 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Greater Miami Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

  • FBI Presentation

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS:

  • Perfect Attendance

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Ronald W. Reagan/Doral Senior High School Singers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • May 3, 5, 12, 17 and 26, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • May 11, 2016 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Values Matter Recognition
  • Financial Literacy
  • 2016 Florida Standards Assessment Results
  • Village of Key Biscayne Appreciation Ceremony

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS WITH THE FOLLOWING AGENCIES TO PROVIDE SPECIALIZED SERVICES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH COLLABORATIVE PROGRAMS, EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2016, THROUGH JULY 31, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into cooperative agreements with the following agencies to provide specialized services for students with disabilities through collaborative programs, effective August 1, 2016, through July 31, 2017:

a. Blessed Pediatric Care

b. Helping Hands Extended Care

2. extend these cooperative agreements, annually, for up to one additional one-year period.

There is no exchange of funds.

C-2 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR WORLD LANGUAGES, ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS, AND MATHEMATICS FOR 2016-17 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and adopt recommended instructional materials for World Languages, English Language Arts, and Mathematics for the 2016-2017 school year.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM APRIL 15, 2016 THROUGH MAY 12, 2016

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM APRIL 26, 2016 THROUGH MAY 23, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve:

1. Personnel Action Listing 1084 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from April 15, 2016 through May 12, 2016; and

2. instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from April 26, 2016 through May 23, 2016.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective June 23, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-22 APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, pursuant to Florida Statute 1012.22, approve nominations of personnel for 2016-2017, subject to the provisions set forth in their respective collective bargaining agreements or other applicable agreements and in accordance with state statutes and policies of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

D-23 RATIFICATION OF THE 2016-2017 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2016-2017 Tentative Agreement reopener contract with UTD effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, if ratified by UTD bargaining unit members.

D-45 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: FINAL READING 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended School Board Policy 5120, Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee and the document, Attendance Zone Recommendations and Related Administrative Actions 2016-2017, which is incorporated by reference and is part of this policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective July 1, 2016.

D-46 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 8510, WELLNESS POLICY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended Board Policy 8510, Wellness Policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective on June 22, 2016.

D-55 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (revised)

1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY

25 WORKDAYS
GARVEY M. ERVILUS - TEACHER
VIRGINIA A. BOONE/HIGHLAND OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

20 WORKDAYS
ROXANA B. HERNANDEZ - TEACHER
SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2 CALENDAR DAYS
VERNON E. MALOY - GROUNDS LEADPERSON
FACILITIES OPERATIONS - MAINTENANCE

4 WORKDAYS
MICHAEL PHILYAW - TEACHER
WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER

25 WORKDAYS
RYAN S. RAPOSO - TEACHER
JOHN A. FERGUSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
INGRID L. ARENAS - TEACHER
JORGE MAS CANOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
KATHY E. DAVIS - SCHOOL CLERK I
MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: 1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Mr. Garvey M. Ervilus, Teacher, Virginia A. Boone/Highland Oaks Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty\u00adfive (25) workdays, effective August 29, 2016.

B)Ms. Roxana B. Hernandez, Teacher, South Dade Senior High School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective August 29, 2016.

C)Mr. Vernon E. Maloy, Grounds Leadperson, Facilities Operations - Maintenance, suspension without pay for two
(2)calendar days, effective June 23, 2016.

D)Mr. Michael Philyaw, Teacher, West Homestead K-8 Center, suspension without pay for four (4) workdays, effective August 29, 2016.

E)Mr. Ryan S. Raposo, Teacher, John A. Ferguson Senior High School, suspension without pay for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective August 29, 2016.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Ms. Ingrid L. Arenas, Teacher, Jorge Mas Canosa Middle School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective June 23, 2016.

B)Ms. Kathy E. Davis, School Clerk I, Miami Norland Senior High School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective June 23, 2016.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, FOUR CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS, TEN AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS AND FIVE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve two (2) charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board for:

1. Larkin Community Hospital Foundation, Inc., on behalf of Larkin School for the Health Sciences; and,

2. True North Classical Academy, Inc., on behalf of True North Classical Academy South.

B. Approve four (4) new charter school contracts with:

1. AcadeMir Charter Schools, Inc., on behalf of AcadeMir Charter School Preparatory, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2021;

2. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., on behalf of BridgePrep Academy of Advanced Studies, for a 4-year term commencing with the 2017-2018 school year and ending on June 30, 2021 as a deferral was granted for one year; and,

3. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., on behalf of:

a. Pinecrest Glades Academy, for a 5-year term commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2021; and

b. Pinecrest Glades Preparatory Academy Middle High School, for a 5-year term commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2021.

C. Approve ten (10) amended charter school contracts with:

1. ASPIRA of Florida, Inc., on behalf of ASPIRA Arts DECO Charter, to extend the original contract ending on June 30, 2016 for one (1) additional month until July 31, 2016, until such time that the Contract Renewal process is complete;

2. Advanced Learning Charter School, Inc., on behalf of Highly Inquisitive & Versatile Education (HIVE) Preparatory School, to change the school\u2019s name to HIVE Preparatory School, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2028;

3. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., on behalf of BridgePrep Academy South, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to (i.) increase student enrollment from 550 students to a maximum of 760 students; and (ii.) add a facility located at 10601 S.W. 48th Street, Miami, Florida 33165; Folio No. 30-4020-000-0120, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2025;

4. International Studies Charter High School, Inc., on behalf of International Studies Virtual Academy, to change the administrative office address to conduct business at International Studies Charter High School, located at 805 S.W. 25th Avenue (a.k.a., 2480 S.W. Eighth Street) Miami, Florida 33135; Folio No. 01-4110-062-0010, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2018;

5. Mater Academy, Inc., on behalf of:

a. Mater Academy Lakes Middle School, to extend the original contract ending on June 30, 2016 for two (2) additional months until August 30, 2016, until such time that the Contract Renewal process is complete;

b. Mater Academy Lakes High School, to extend the original contract ending on June 30, 2016 for two (2) additional months until August 30, 2016, until such time that the Contract Renewal process is complete;

c. Mater Gardens Academy, to extend the original contract ending on June 30, 2016 for two (2) additional months until August 30, 2016, until such time that the Contract Renewal process is complete;

d. Mater Gardens Academy Middle School, to extend the original contract ending on June 30, 2016 for two (2) additional months until August 30, 2016, until such time that the Contract Renewal process is complete;

6. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., on behalf of Pinecrest Academy (South Campus), to extend the original contract ending on June 30, 2016 for two (2) additional months until August 30, 2016, until such time that the Contract Renewal process is complete; and,

7. Youth Co-Op, Inc., on behalf of Youth Co-Op Charter School, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to increase student\u2019s enrollment from 1,000 students to a maximum of 1,200 students, commencing with 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2023.

D. Approve five (5) charter school contract renewals with:

1. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., on behalf of BridgePrep Academy of Village Green, for a 5-year term, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year, and ending on June 30, 2021;

2. Florida High School for Accelerated Learning \u2013 Miami Campus, Inc., d/b/a Green Springs High School, (i.) for a 10-year term; and (ii.) to increase student enrollment from 350 students to a maximum of 500 students, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year, and ending on June 30, 2026;

3. Latin Builder\u2019s Association Children\u2019s and Family Foundation, on behalf of Latin Builder\u2019s Association Construction and Business Management Academy, under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, for a 10-year term, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year, and ending on June 30, 2026; (ii.) to delete the facility located at 13835 N.W. 97th Ave., Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018; (iii.) add a permanent facility located at 11093 N.W. 138th St., Hialeah Gardens, FL 33018 (Folio No. 27-2030-015-0110), effective immediately; and (iv.) to relocate to the former Westview Middle School located at 1901 N.W. 127th St., Miami, FL 33167, until their permanent facility is completed;

4. Florida High School for Accelerated Learning \u2013 Greater Miami Campus, Inc., d/b/a North Gardens High School, (i.) for a 10-year term; and (ii.) to increase student enrollment from 350 students to a maximum of 500 students, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2026; and

5. Florida High School for Accelerated Learning \u2013 Miami-Dade Campus, Inc., d/b/a North Park High School, (i.) for a 10-year term; and (ii.) to increase student enrollment from 350 students to a maximum of 500 students, commencing with the 2016-2017 school year and ending on June 30, 2026.

E. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-66 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ACCEPT A DONATION, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,000, FROM THE MIAMI HEAT TO CONTINUE OPERATING AN AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM ENTITLED THE HEAT ACADEMY AT PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER, JESSE J. MCCRARY, JR., AND RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS DURING THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a donation, in an amount not to exceed $250,000 from The Miami Heat to continue operating an after-school academic program entitled The HEAT Academy, at Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center, Jesse J. McCrary, Jr., and Riverside Elementary Schools during the 2016-2017 school year.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending April 2016.

E-14 AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2016 UNTIL THE FY 2016-17 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the FY 2015-16 fiscal year budget, as amended, to be used as a continuation budget for FY 2016-17, effective July 1, 2016, until such time as the FY 2016-17 tentative budget becomes official.

E-25 APPROVE RESOLUTION 16-065 AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF UP TO $200,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS SERIES 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 16-065 authorizing issuance of up to $200,000,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2016.

E-66 INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE (ITN) # 15-060-MT FOR INVESTMENT PROVIDERS FOR M-DCPS 403(b) PLAN (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the proposed changes to the 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan effective September 1, 2016, as outlined below:

Model Plan providers:

  • American Century Services, LLC
  • AXA Equitable Life Insurance Company
  • PlanMember Services
  • Security Benefit Group
  • VALIC

    • Grandfathered providers:

  • Foresters Financial (First Investors)
  • Great American-Annuity Investors Life
  • Investacorp \u2013 FTJ Fund Choice \u2013 Princeton Financial
  • National Life Group (Life Insurance Company of the SW \u2013 LSW)
  • Metropolitan Life Insurance Company
  • ReliaStar Life Insurance Co /Voya Financial

Run Off status:

  • Waddell & Reed, Inc.
  • TIAA-CREF
  • Americo Financial Life and Annuity
  • Ameriprise Financial
  • New York Life Insurance and Annuity Corp
  • PFS Investments

2. authorize the Board\u2019s plan administrator, TSA Consulting Group, Inc, to review the current plan offerings by provider, in order to analyze and possibly consolidate the current number of offered plans by company to ensure said plans would best provide investment options at the lowest fee structures and report their recommendations to a subcommittee to include members of labor organizations for implementation; and

3. authorize the providers adhere to all Board Policies including but not limited to Policy 9150, School Visitors \u2013 Outside Vendors, except where labor contract provisions provide access to union members.

E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW HEAD START/EARLY START ACCIDENT COVERAGE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the renewal of Head Start/Early Start Accident Insurance coverage with Markel Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+ XIII) through Insurance for Students, Inc. & Health Special Risk, Inc. (HSR) for a one-year period with a rate of $2.85 per enrolled student with limits of $2,000 per child effective August 20, 2016 to August 19, 2017.

E-68 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE AND AUTHORIZE THE RENEWAL OF EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING FACILITIES USE INSURANCE COVERAGE, CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, POLICE PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION, GENERAL/AUTOMOBILE/PROFESSIONAL LIABIL-ITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE AND CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize renewal terms of the Facilities Use insurance coverage effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, with Mesa Underwriters Specialty (A.M. Best A+ XII) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., subject to a total deposit premium of $13,160, inclusive of TRIA terrorism coverage with a maximum not to exceed threshold of $15,000, including all fees;

2. authorize renewal terms of the Catastrophic Athletic Accident insurance with Zurich American Insurance Company, (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one-year period effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, with a policy annual aggregate limit of $6 million and a $25,000 deductible for a total premium of $76,514, inclusive of TRIA terrorism coverage;

3. authorize the renewal of the Law Enforcement and Professional Liability Insurance coverage with Lexington Insurance Company (AIG) (A.M. Best A XV), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, with an annual premium of $198,000, with a per wrongful act self-insured retention of $200,000;

4. authorize renewal of the District\u2019s Excess Workers\u2019 Compensation Insurance coverage with Safety National Casualty Corporation (AM Best A XI) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one-year term, effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, at a rate of $.0745 per $100 of annual payroll with a deposit premium of $1,304,220 subject to a per claim, self-insured retention of $1,500,000;

5. authorize the second year renewal of the five-year one-year terms of its General/Automobile/Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions coverage with United Educators Risk Retention Group (United Educators) (A.M. Best A VIII) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. (AJG) subject to annual re-rate and cancellation provisions with the second year\u2019s premium totaling $306,776 effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, subject to a self-insured retention for the General/Automobile coverage, commensurate with the current levels of limited Sovereign Immunity of $200,000 per claim/$300,000 per accident and a flat, per wrongful act self-insurance retention of $200,000 for Professional Liability claims;

6. authorize renewal of the Boiler and Machinery coverage with Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance and Inspection Company (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. (AJG) for the third year of the three-year term, effective September 13, 2016 through September 12, 2017, with policy limits of $100 million per loss at a rate of .00219 per $100 total insured values, subject to a base of $9.9 billion with the annual premium for 2016-2017 being $203,321;

7. authorize the renewal of the Cyber Liability coverage with Brit-Lloyd\u2019s (A.M. Best A, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one-year period effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, for a total premium of $139,500 with coverage limits of $10 million per claim/annual aggregate subject to a $250,000 self-insured retention; and

8. authorize the purchase of Media Liability coverage with Atlantic Specialty Insurance (A.M. Best A, X) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with coverage limits of $1 million per claim and $5 million annual aggregate subject to a self-insured retention of $10,000 with an annual premium of $7,164 for a one-year period effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017.

E-86 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AGENCY FUNDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORT SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Educational Facilities Impact Fees Agency Funds of Miami-Dade County, Florida - Financial Report September 30, 2015.

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-88 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 39 OF 125 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 39 of 125 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-142 PARTIALAWARD BID NO. ITB-14-029-AC \u2013 FOOD SERVICE PAPER PRODUCTS AND CONTAINERS

(revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. PARTIAL AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-029-AC FOOD SERVICE PAPER PRODUCTS AND CONTAINERS to purchase, at
firm unit prices, food service paper products, and preapprove a list of eligible vendors to quote additional items under these categories, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, effective June 22, 2016, through June 21, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

a. SOUTHEASTERN PAPER GROUP OF FLORIDA, INC.
50 OLD BLACKSTOCK ROAD
SPARTANBURG, SC 29301
OWNER/ OFFICER: E. LEWIS MILLER JR., CEO

Low Unit Price: Items 1, 3, 4, 5, 15, 30, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 53, 62, 66, 68, 71, 72, 75, 76, 77, 78 and 80.
Item 1 - Container, oblong sandwich @ $22.37 per case.
Item 3 - Two pocket dipping container @ $37.70 per case.
Item 4 - Paper box container medium @ $38.41 per case.
Item 5 - Paper box container large @ $40.78 per case.
Item 15 - Sandwich container @ $22.88 per case.
Item 30 - Food pail @ $32.91 per case.
Item 34 - Parfait Cup Plastic 16oz cup, clear @ $48.90 per case.
Item 35 - Parfait Insert Plastic to fit Item#34 @ $28.90 per case.
Item 36 - Parfait Lid Dome to fit items #34 and #35 @ $35.90 per case.
Item 37 - Parfait Lid Flat to fit item #34 @ $28.90 per case.
Item 38 - Cup, beverage, 16 oz. @ $43.49 per case.
Item 39 - Lid to fit Item #38 @ $30.87 per case.
Item 40 - Cup for Hot drinks 8oz @ $33.01 per case.
Item 53 - Sandwich wrap @ $60.50 per case.
Item 62 - Bags, foil, sandwich @ $23.89 per case.
Item 66 - Paper, Deli @ $45.00 per case.
Item 68 - Wrap, Foil, Bag, Insulated @ $37.81 per case.
Item 71 - Cover, disposable bun rack @ $4.75 per case.
Item 72 - Cloth, towel, reusable @ $13.72 per case.
Item 75 - Tray, 1 compartment @ $24.76 per case.
Item 76 - Tray, 3 compartment @ $24.76 per case.
Item 77 - Lid, to fit Items #75 and #76 @ $34.94 per case.
Item 78 - Tray, 5 compartment tray @ $17.02 per case.
Item 80 - Breakfast tray @ $26.18 per case.

b. H.M.A. OF MIAMI
240 WEST 27 STREET
HIALEAH, FL 33010
OWNER: GROSELL MUTTER, PRESIDENT

Low Unit Price: Items 2, 6, 14, 16, 17, 18,19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 29, 31, 32, 33, 41, 42, 64, 65, 69, and 79.
Item 2 - Container, square sandwich @ $25.19 per case
Item 6 - Medium hoagie clear container @ $20.99 per case
Item 14 - Container, one compartment with hinged lid @ $14.15 per case.
Item 16 - Salad container @ $26.55 per case.
Item 17 - Corrugated Transport Container @ $1.59 per each.
Item 18 - 12 ounce container @ $41.49 per case.
Item 19 - Lid to fit item #18 @ $24.15 per case.
Item 20 - Pan Liner, Regular @ $25.50 per case.
Item 21 - Pan, oblong 1.5 lb @ $33.87 per case.
Item 22 - Pan, oblong 2.25 lb @ $14.25 per case.
Item 23 - Pan, Oblong, 2 1/4 lb @ $30.99 per case.
Item 24 - 3 Compartment Round Plate- Medium @ $22.40 per case.
Item 29 - Container / Tray: 3-Well @ $11.49 per case.
Item 31 - Container, no compartment @ $9.50 per case.
Item 32 - Pan, Oblong, 2.25LB cap @ $33.38 per case.
Item 33 - Lid, Heavy board to fit Item #31 @ $12.99 per case.
Item 41 - Cup, Souffl\u00e9 2oz @ $20.19 per case.
Item 42 - Lid, Clear to fit Item # 41@ $18.15 per case.
Item 64 - Plastic wrap, 18\u201d x 2000\u201d @ $10.19 per roll.
Item 65 - Plastic wrap, 12" x 2000" @ $6.99 per roll.
Item 69 - Cover, disposable bun rack @ $8.90 per case.
Item 79 - Tray, 3 compartments with hinged lid @ $11.49 per case of 200.

c. BIOPLANET CORPORATION
1773 WESTBOROUGH DRIVE
KATY, TX 77449
OWNER: BERNARDO HERRERO, PRESIDENT

Low Unit Price: Items 10, 11, 12, 13, 43, 44, 45, 46, and 47.
Item 10 - 4 ounce container @ $58.35 per case.
Item 11 - Lid to fit Item #10 @ $11.50 per case.
Item 12 - 5 ounce container @ $29.01 per case.
Item 13 - Lid to fit Item #12 @ $11.50 per case.
Item 43 - Cup 8oz. clear @ $28.00 per case.
Item 44 - Flat Lid to fit Item #43 @ $24.50 per case.
Item 45 - 10oz. cup, Breakfast Parfait @ $36.50 per case.
Item 46 - Lid Dome without hole to fit Item #45 @ $16.65 per case.
Item 47 - Spork Packet @ $10.15 per case.

d. DAXWELL, LLC
2825 WILCREST, #500
HOUSTON, TX 77042
OWNER: SAM ZHANG, PRESIDENT

Low Unit Price: Items 48, 49, 50, 51, 52, 60, 61, 73 and 74.
Item 48 - Spoon: Plastic @ $6.58 per case.
Item 49 - Fork: Plastic @ $6.58 per case.
Item 50 - Knife: Plastic @ $6.58 per case.
Item 51 - Straw @ $27.00 per case.
Item 52 - Straw Packet @ $6.38 per case.
Item 60 - Napkin, small, one ply @ $20.00 per case.
Item 61 - Foil, Aluminum, 18" x 1000" x .007, standard, @ $18.83 per single roll carton.
Item 73 - Gloves, plastic, medium size @ $9.50 per case.
Item 74 - Gloves, plastic, large size @ $9.50 per case.

e. INTERBORO PACKAGING CORPORATION
114 BRACKEN ROAD
MONTGOMERY, NY 12549
PRESIDENT: EDITH JEREMIAS

Low Unit Price: Item 54.
Item 54 - Food storage bags for vending machine @ $22.00 per case.

f. MINMAR INDUSTRIES
6010 EARLE BROWN DRIVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55430
OWNER: JOSEPH MORRIS, MANAGER

Low Unit Price: Items 57, 58 and 59.
Item 57 - Plastic snack plus bag @ $26.50 per case.
Item 58 - Bag, breakfast bag @ $30.00 per case.
Item 59 - Bag, 6" x 11.25" h x 3.5" @ $30.00 per case.

g. SERV-PAK CORPORATION
5844 DAWSON STREET
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33023
OWNER: JOEL MAHLER, PRESIDENT

Low Unit Price: Items 56, 63 and 67.
Item 56 - Bag, packaging @ $47.65 per case.
Item 63 - Tape, sealing tape for bags @ $205.90 per case.
Item 67 - Wrap, triangle shape @ $123.50 per case.

2. AWARD the following preapproved vendors for future competitive solicitations of additional items exceeding the $1,000 quotation threshold:

a. BIOPLANET CORPORATION
1773 WESTBOROUGH DRIVE
KATY, TX 77449
OWNER: BERNARDO HERRERO, PRESIDENT

b. CALICO INDUSTRIES OF FLORIDA, LLC
1609 CHERRYWOOD LANE
LONGWOOD, FL 32750
OWNER: CYNTHIA L. WIERSMA, MANAGING MEMBER

c. CENTRAL POLY-BAG CORPORATION
2400 BEDLE PLACE
LINDEN, NJ 07036
OWNER: ANDREW HOFFER, PRESIDENT

d. DAXWELL, LLC
825 WILCREST, SUITE 500
HOUSTON, TX 77042
OWNER: SAM ZHANG, PRESIDENT

e. EDWARD DON
9801 ADAM DON PARKWAY
WOODRIDGE, IL 55430
OWNER: STEVEN DON, PRESIDENT

f. H.M.A. OF MIAMI
240 WEST 27 STREET
HIALEAH, FL 33010
OWNER: GROSELL MUTTER, PRESIDENT

g. INTERBORO PACKAGING CORPORATION
114 BRACKEN ROAD
MONTGOMERY, NY 12549
PRESIDENT: EDITH JEREMIAS

h. MINMAR INDUSTRIES
6010 EARLE BROWN DRIVE
MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55430
OWNER: JOSEPH MORRIS, MANAGER

i. PENINSULA PAPER COMPANY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
5101 HANNA AVENUE
TAMPA, FL 33610
OWNER: RICHARD CLARKE, PRESIDENT, DIRECTOR

j. SERV-PAK CORPORATION
5844 DAWSON STREET
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33023
OWNER: JOEL MAHLER, PRESIDENT

k. SOUTHEASTERN PAPER GROUP OF FLORIDA, INC.
50 OLD BLACKSTOCK ROAD
SPARTANBURG, SC 29301
OWNER: E. LEWIS MILLER JR., CEO

l. WALLACE PACKAGING, LLC
820 E 47TH STREET, SUITE B6
TUCSON, AZ 85713
OWNER: PAUL TOMEH, PRESIDENT

3. Reject Items 7, 8, 9, 25, 26, 27, 28, 55 and 70.

4. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $10,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $5,000,000, for each additional one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-061-AC \u2013 POUCH BEVERAGES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-061-AC, POUCH BEVERAGES to purchase, at a firm unit price, pouch beverages, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, effective July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2018, as follows:

a. M & B PRODUCTS INC.
8601 HARNEY ROAD
TAMPA, FL 33637
OWNER/OFFICER: DALE MC CLELLAN, PRESIDENT

b. FOOD FANTASIES INC., DBA FROZEN TREATS
1877 NE 6 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33179
OWNER/OFFICER: JIM CRAVEN, PRESIDENT

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $6,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $3,000,000 for each additional one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-144 AWARD BID NO. ITB-15-044-CV \u2013 REMANUFACTURED ENGINES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-14-044-CV \u2013 REMANUFACTURED ENGINES to purchase, at firm unit prices, OEM Remanufactured Engines, as may be required, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective June 22, 2016, through June 21, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

JASPER ENGINES EXCHANGE, INC.
815 WERNSING ROAD
JASPER, IN 47547
OWNER/OFFICER: ZACHERY BAWEL, PRESIDENT

Low Unit Price: Items 1 through 8
Item 1 \u2013 Remanufactured engine @ $7,403.00
Core charge \u2013 Caterpillar 175-1997 @ $1,200.00
Item 2 \u2013 Remanufactured engine @ $5,520.00
Core charge \u2013 International DT466 @ $1,200.00
Item 3 \u2013 Remanufactured engine @ $2,786.00
Core charge - 4.6 liter Crown Victoria @ $800.00
Item 4 \u2013 Remanufactured engine @ $2,663.00
Core charge \u2013 Dodge 5.9 liter @ $660.00
Item 5 \u2013 Remanufactured engine @ $4,171.00
Core charge \u2013 GM 6.5 liter @ $750.00
Item 6 \u2013 Remanufactured engine @ $7,423.00
Core charge \u2013 Cummins ISB-10 @ $2,200.00
Item 7 \u2013 Remanufactured engine @ $7,403.00
Core charge \u2013 Caterpillar 05C7 @ $1,500.00
Item 8 \u2013 Remanufactured engine @ $7,403.00
Core charge \u2013 Caterpillar 07C7 @ $1,500.00

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $700,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $350,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-145 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-049-CV \u2013 CUSTODIAL CLEANING EQUIPMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD ITB No. ITB-15-049-CV \u2013 CUSTODIAL CLEANING EQUIPMENT, to provide custodial cleaning equipment, at firm fixed prices for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective June 22, 2016 through June 21, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. ALLIED PAPER CO. DBA ALLIED PAPER & CHEMICAL CO.
13741 SW 147TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33196
OWNER/OFFICER: RAYMOND J. PRICE, VICE PRESIDENT

b. CYPRESS SUPPLY, INC.
668 FL CENTRAL PARKWAY
LONGWOOD, FL 32750
OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES STREICH, PRESIDENT

c. EAST CONTINENTAL SUPPLIES, LLC.
7655 W 20TH AVENUE
HIALEAH, FL 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: CLAUDIA CARBONELL, MANAGING MEMBER

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $6,000,000, for the initial contract term of three years, and an amount not to exceed $2,000,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period (s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amounts shown will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR FOUR PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for four programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Secondary Programs, Section 131, in the approximate amount of $4,168,074, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Postsecondary Programs, Section 132, in the approximate amount of $986,175, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

c. Himan Brown Charitable Trust for funding under the Himan Brown Charitable Trust After-school Care Program, in the approximate amount of $350,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017; and

d. Village of Key Biscayne for funding under the Village of Key Biscayne, in the approximate amount of $60,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

E-202 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FORM AN EDUCATION COMPACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND NORTH BAY VILLAGE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to form an Education Compact between Miami-Dade County Public Schools and North Bay Village.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d) FOR AN APPROXIMATE 14-ACRE BOARD-OWNED SITE UTILIZED BY THE COUNTY AS RON EHMANN PARK (\u201cPARK\u201d), LOCATED ADJACENT TO MIAMI KILLIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, 10655 S.W. 97 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33176, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2, 2049, IN ORDER TO FACILITATE FUTURE EXPENDITURES BY THE COUNTY WITHIN THE PARK

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the Joint Use Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) with Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d) for an approximate 14-acre Board-owned site utilized by the County as Ron Ehmann Park (\u201cPark\u201d), located adjacent to Miami Killian Senior High School, 10655 S.W. 97 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33176, to extend the term of the Agreement for the period ending March 2, 2049, in order to facilitate future expenditures by the County within the Park, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE CITY OF HIALEAH (\u201cCITY\u201d) TO EXTEND THE TERM THROUGH AUGUST 25, 2021, FOR CONTINUED USE OF BRIGHT PARK BY FLAMINGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 701 EAST 33 STREET, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33013, FOR RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AS APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and the City of Hialeah (\u201cCity\u201d) to extend the term through August 25, 2021, for continued use of Bright Park by Flamingo Elementary School, located at 701 East 33 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33013, for recreational activities, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing the City in Default, as applicable.

F-3 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE LBA CHILDREN & FAMILIES FOUNDATION, INC. (\u201cLBA\u201d), TO EXTEND THE TERM OF THE LEASE FOR ONE MONTH FOR THE OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 13835 N.W. 97 AVENUE, HIALEAH 33018, FLORIDA; AND

2) EXECUTE A NEW LEASE AGREEMENT WITH LBA, TO ALLOW FOR ITS RELOCATION TO A PORTION OF THE FORMER WESTVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 1901 N.W. 127 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33167, FOR THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER BOTH LEASE AGREEMENTS REFERENCED ABOVE, INCLUDING INCREASING OR DECREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY LBA, AND RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENTS, AND PLACING LBA IN DEFAULT, AS APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an amendment to the Existing Lease Agreement between the School Board and the LBA Children & Families Foundation, Inc. (\u201cLBA\u201d), to extend the term of the lease for one month for the operation of a District-managed charter school, located at 13835 N.W. 97 Avenue, Miami 33018, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item,

2) execute a New Lease Agreement with LBA, to allow for its relocation to a portion of the former Westview Middle School campus, located at 1901 N.W. 127 Street, Miami 33167, for the continued operation of a District-managed charter school under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under both Lease Agreements referenced above, including increasing or decreasing the area occupied by LBA, and renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreements, and placing LBA in default, as applicable.

F-4 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE AN OWNERSHIP AFFIDAVIT ATTESTING TO OWNERSHIP BY THE BOARD OF THE FLORAL HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROPERTY (\u201cPROPERTY\u201d), LOCATED AT 5120 N.W. 24 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142, AND AUTHORIZING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND NEIGHBORS AND NEIGHBORS ASSOCIATION, INC. (\u201cNANA\u201d), AS PROSPECTIVE TENANT AND SUB-TENANT, RESPECTIVELY, ON THE PROPERTY, TO FILE AN APPLICATION FOR PUBLIC HEARING ON BEHALF OF THE SCHOOL BOARD, FOR THE SPECIFIC AND LIMITED PURPOSE OF INCLUDING THE PROPERTY WITHIN THE MODEL CITY URBAN CENTER DISTRICT, IN ORDER TO ALLOW NANA TO SECURE THE NECESSARY LICENSES TO OPERATE AT THIS LOCATION; AND

2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO FACILITATE INCLUSION OF THE PROPERTY WITHIN THE MODEL CITY URBAN CENTER DISTRICT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an Ownership Affidavit attesting to ownership by the Board of the Floral Heights Elementary School property (\u201cProperty\u201d), located at 5120 N.W. 24 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33142, and authorizing Miami-Dade County and Neighbors and Neighbors Association, Inc. (\u201cNANA\u201d), as prospective tenant and subtenant, respectively, on the Property, to file an application for public hearing on behalf of the School Board, for the specific and limited purpose of including the Property within the Model City Urban Center District, in order to allow NANA to secure the necessary licenses to operate at this location; and

2) execute any other documents that may be required to facilitate inclusion of the Property within the Model City Urban Center District.

F-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BOARD AND 1150 ASSOCIATES, LTD, FOR THE YOUNG WOMEN\u2019S PREPARATORY ACADEMY, LOCATED AT 1150 SW 1 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130, IN ORDER TO EXTEND THE PURCHASE OPTION DATE, AND TO MODIFY THE CANCELLATION PROVISION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an Amendment to the Lease Agreement between the Board and 1150 Associates, LTD, for the Young Women\u2019s Preparatory Academy, located at 1150 SW 1 Street, Miami, Florida 33130, in order to extend the Purchase Option date, and to modify the cancellation provision under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-7 ESTABLISH THE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF A PORTION OF THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (\u201cDASH\u201d) SITE LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137, AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ISSUE AN INVITATION TO BID FOR THE POSSIBLE SALE OF SAME, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCESS SET FORTH IN SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7315 \u2013 DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS LAND AND OTHER REAL PROPERTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, establish the fair market value of a portion of the Design and Architecture Senior High School (\u201cDASH\u201d) site located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33137, at or above $27,000,000, and direct the Superintendent to issue an Invitation To Bid for the possible sale of same, in accordance with the process set forth in School Board Policy 7315 \u2013 Disposal of Surplus Land and Other Real Property.

F-22 COMMISSIONINGOF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORDFOR AUDITORIUM AND CLASSROOM ADDITION AT MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 AT ZELDAGLAZER, LOCATED AT 15015 S.W. 24 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33185, PROJECT NUMBER01543800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Auditorium & Classroom Addition at Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer, located at 15015 S.W. 24 Street, Miami, Florida, 33185, Project Number 01543800, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $521,555 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting Services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENTS WITH TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, TO REFLECT THE COMPANY\u2019S CHANGE IN PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLE TO THE BOARD FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK SERVICES FOR VARIOUS COMMISSIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize Amendments to the Agreements with Turner Construction Company, to reflect the company\u2019s change in Principal responsible to the Board for Construction Management at-Risk Services for various commissions.

F-36 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE THE ABSOLUTE BILL OF SALE AGREEMENT TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVE THE MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1050 N.W. 195 STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, 33169, PROJECT NUMBER 00223200; AND TO CONVEY THE SUBJECT UTILITY LINES IN FAVOR OF AND TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute the Absolute Bill of Sale Agreement for the water and wastewater facilities to serve the Miami Norland Senior High School located at 1050 N.W. 195 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida, 33169, Project Number 00223200; and to convey the subject utility lines in favor of and to the City of North Miami Beach.

F-37 AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. (THORNTON) FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW K-8 SCHOOL, LOCATED AT N.W. 90 STREET AND N.W. 114 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33178; PROJECT NUMBER 01439300 (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Thornton Construction Company, Inc. the General Obligation Bond funded New K-8 School located at N.W. 90 Street and N.W. 114 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33178; Project Number 01439300, on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $10,761,101.

F-38 AWARD JOB ORDER CONTRACTS TO:

1) CAMI-AXLE CONSTRUCTION, INC.
MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE 1 CONTRACT # JOC16M-A1

2) IGWT CONSTRUCTION, INC.
MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE 2 CONTRACT # JOC16M-A2

3) JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE 1 CONTRACT # JOC16SB-A3

4) J.R.T. CONTRUCTION COMPANY
SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE 2 CONTRACT # JOC16SB-A4

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award Job Order Contracts on the basis of the weighted factor to:

Contract # JOC16M-A1
Cami-Axle Construction, Inc.
1618 N.W. 38 Street, No. 4
Miami, Florida 33142
Weighted factor: 0.8256
MBE & MWBE (African American)

Contract # JOC16M-A2
IGWT Construction, Inc.
5931 N.W. 173 Drive, Suite 1
Hialeah, Florida 33015
Weighted factor of 0.9724
MBE & MWBE (African American)

Contract # JOC16SB-A3
JCI International, Inc.
12315 S.W. 132 Court
Miami, Florida 33186
Weighted factor of 0.8149
SBE Tier 2 & MWBE (Hispanic American)

Contract # JOC16SB-A4
J.R.T. Construction Company
8857 N.W. 117 Street
Hialeah Gardens, Florida 33018
Weighted factor of 0.8170
SBE Tier 1 & MWBE (Hispanic American)

F-60 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-055-HR \u2013 WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES \u2013 OPERATE AND MAINTAIN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-055-HR \u2013 WASTEWATER TREATMENT FACILITIES, to establish a contract at firm unit prices for the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment plants for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of June 22, 2016 through June 21, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. HAND UTILITIES, INC.
8179 S.W. 190 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33157
OWNER: JAMES HAND, PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE

b. US WATER SERVICES CORPORATION
4939 CROSS BAYOU BOULEVARD
NEW PORT RICHEY, FL 34652
OWNER: GARY DEREMER, PRESIDENT

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $256,520 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $129,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-61 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-056-HR \u2013 GREASE TRAP, SEPTIC TANK AND STORM DRAIN PUMP-OUT AND REPAIR SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-056-HR \u2013 GREASE TRAP, SEPTIC TANK AND STORM DRAIN PUMP-OUT AND REPAIR SERVICES to establish a contract at firm unit prices for all labor, supervision, materials, equipment and transportation necessary to pump-out and repair grease traps, septic tanks and storm drains, North and South of Flagler Street for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of June 22, 2016 through June 21, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

CARLOS RIVERO PLUMBING AND SBE Tier 1
SEPTIC TANK CONTRACTOR, INC.
757 N.W. 21 TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33127
OWNER: JAVIER RIVERO, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $322,150 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $162,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-62 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-079-CV \u2013 TELEVISION PRODUCTION STUDIO EQUIPMENT, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-079-CV \u2013 TELEVISION PRODUCTION STUDIO EQUIPMENT, SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION, to establish a contract at firm unit prices for the installation of television production studio equipment at several schools throughout The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of June 22, 2016 through June 21, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. MIDTOWN VIDEO, INC.
4824 S. W. 74TH COURT
MIAMI, FL 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: KENNETH MILLER, PRESIDENT

ALTERNATE

b. PRO SOUND, INC.
1375 N. E. 123RD STREET
MIAMI, FL 33161
OWNER/OFFICER: JON EVANS,VICE PRESIDENT

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $2,341,833, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,170,916, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-63AWARDITB NO. ITB-15-064-AC- FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS SERVICES CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-064-AC\u2013Fire Suppression System, Service Contract, to provide all necessary labor, transportation, material and equipment to test, service, inspect, repair, and maintain the fire suppression systems, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. TRIANGLE FIRE, INC. SBE
7720 NW 53RD STREET
MIAMI, FLorida 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: ORLANDO ALFONSO, VICE PRESIDENT

PRIMARY

b. CITY FIRE, INC. M/WBE
5708 SW 25TH STREET
HOLLYWOOD, FLORIDA 33023
OWNER/OFFICER: GERARD STUMM, PRESIDENT

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to a total estimated amount of $1,500,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $750,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension periods. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-64 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-026-CV \u2013 TWO-WAY RADIOS, ACCESSORIES AND REPAIR/REPLACEMENT PARTS, CATALOG DISCOUNT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-026-CV \u2013 Two-Way Radios, Accessories and Repair/Replacement Parts, Catalog Discount, to purchase, at firm percentage discounts off the Manufacturer\u2019s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) list, quantities, as may be required, of two-way radios, accessories and repair/replacement parts, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of June 22, 2016 through June 21, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. COOPER-GENERAL CORPORATION MBE
1785 N. W. 79TH AVENUE
DORAL, FL 33126
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL FRESCO, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

b. ENLIGHT COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
10111 N. W. 53RD STREET
SUNRISE, FL 33351
OWNER/OFFICER: ALAN RABIN, PRESIDENT

c. INDUSTRIAL COMMUNICATIONS & ELECTRONIC, INC.
350 N. W. 215th STREET
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL J. UMANO, PRESIDENT

d. RELM WIRELESS CORPORATION
7100 TECHNOLOGY DRIVE
MELBOURNE, FL 32904
OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID P. STOREY, C.E.O.

ALTERNATE

a. CONTROL COMMUNICATIONS, INC. M/WBE
3650 HACIENDA BOULEVARD, SUITE C
DAVIE, FL 33314
OWNER/OFFICER: SIGILFREDO RODRIGUEZ, JR., PRESIDENT

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,500,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $750,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-65 WITHDRAWAL OF AGENDA ITEM F-65, AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-073-CV \u2013 SECURITY SYSTEM SERVICES (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-073-CV \u2013 SECURITY SYSTEMS SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, to maintain a fully operational security system, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of June 22, 2016 through June 21, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

NORTH AND CENTRAL REGIONS

a. STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS MBE
5632 N. W. 161ST STREET
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
OWNER: SYED A. SHAH, PRESIDENT
ASIAN AMERICAN

SOUTH REGION

b. JLS SECURITY PLUS LLC. MBE
18300 N. W. 62ND AVENUE
MIAMI LAKES, FL 33013
OWNER: JASPER BRIGGS, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $3,000,000 for the initial contract term of two (2) years, and an amount not to exceed $1,500,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) new application for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. PRISCILLA PARRIS DOAH Case No. 15-6758TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Priscilla Parris, DOAH Case No. 15-6758TTS, sustaining her ten (10) day suspension without pay.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 FLORIDA BAR APP

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, determine best communication method to inform all M-DCPS high school students about The Florida Bar\u2019s JustAdulting app.

H-5 STUDENT FUNDRAISING (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking procedures to amend School Board Policy 5830 \u2013 Student Fund-Raising, and any other applicable policies, by removing any mention of candy sales and encouraging club sponsors to seek alternative fund-raising options.

H-6 POSTHUMOUS CONFERRING OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS TO PARENTS OF DECEASED STUDENTS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to create an official procedure by which the parents or guardians of deceased M-DCPS students can participate in the commencement ceremony of their child\u2019s school and receive a posthumous diploma on behalf of their child.

H-7 YOUTH SAFETY

ACTION PROPOSED BY THE CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support the Superintendent in his efforts to explore the feasibility of the District entering into an interlocal agreement with Miami-Dade County, the City of Miami, the Children\u2019s Trust, and other municipalities as may be appropriate.

H-8 SUPPORTING STUDENT SUCCESS

ACTION PROPOSED BY THE CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to work with the School Board Attorney to research and provide recommendations regarding the creation of a School Board of Miami-Dade County Scholarship program and report back to the Board no later than September 2016, as a mechanism to further support student success.

H-9 EFFECTIVE AND SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS PRACTICES (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, officially oppose the FPL\u2019s rate increase so that our District can properly serve our students and pay our employees.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

MAY 11, 2016 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 9, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-2 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL PRINCIPAL, DR. MANUEL SANCHEZ III, AS THE DISTRICT\u2019S 2016 PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-052 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami Lakes Middle School Principal, Dr. Manuel Sanchez III, as the District\u2019s Principal of the Year.

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. ANA M. RASCO (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No.16-046 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Ana M. Rasco.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RANSOM EVERGLADES U.S. GOVERNMENT TEACHER AND STUDENTS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-045 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ransom

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-053 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NELSON SOBRINO (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-053 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Nelson Sobrino.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-057 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING YOUTH CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY 2015-2016 "POSTER & ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS" (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-057 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Youth Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County 2015-2016 "Poster & Essay Contest Winners"

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING DR. WIL BLECHMAN

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-049 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Dr. Wil Blechman.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-056 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAY AS NATIONAL FOSTER CARE AWARENESS MONTH (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-056 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Recognizing May As National Foster Care Awareness Month.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-048 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAY 2016 AS OSTEOGENESIS IMPERFECTA MONTH (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-048 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida recognizing May 2016 as Osteogenesis Imperfecta Month.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI DADE COUNTY YOUTH COMMISSION (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-054 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami-Dade County Youth Commission.

B-11 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 2016 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND AUTHORIZING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS TO FOSTER RELATED ACTIVITIES (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida endorse May 2016 as Haitian Heritage Month and authorize administrative actions to foster related activities.

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JOSEPH EDISON GEBARA FOR HIS SERVICE AS PRESIDENT OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COUNCIL PTA/PTSA (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-051 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Joseph Edison Gebara for his service as President

B-13 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KENWOOD K-8 CENTER ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, DR. GABRIEL P. QUINTERO, AS THE DISTRICT\u2019S 2016 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-055 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Kenwood K-8 Center Assistant Principal, Dr. Gabriel P. Quintero, as the District\u2019s 2016 Assistant Principal of the Year.

B-14 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-058 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GRADUATING SENIORS OF WILLIAM H. TURNER TECHNICAL ARTS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOR BREAKING THE SCHOOL\u2019S HISTORY OF THE AMOUNT EARNED IN COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS (replacement)

PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-058 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the William H. Turner Technical Arts Senior High School graduating seniors for their record-breaking number of college scholarships earned.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

  • Honoring Retiring Employees with Highest Years of Service

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Miami Norland Senior High School Freedom Writers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • April 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, and 28, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • April 13, 2016 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Values Matter Recognition
  • Digital Citizenship Video Contest
  • Magnet Schools of America
  • Student Life Savers

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM MARCH 11, 2016 THROUGH APRIL 14, 2016

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM FEBRUARY 15, 2016 THROUGH APRIL 25, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

Approve the Personnel Action Listing 1083 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from March 11, 2016 through April 14, 2016.

Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from February 15, 2016 through April 25, 2016.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective May 12, 2016.

D-22 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN WAIVERS AND SECONDARY SCHOOL REFORM INITIATIVES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed M-DCPS/UTD Memorandum of Understanding authorizing School Improvement Plan waivers and Secondary School Reform Initiatives on May 11, 2016, effective for the 2016-2017 School Year.

D-40 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 8510, WELLNESS POLICY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 8510, Wellness Policy.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION -SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

S WORKDAYS
VANESSA A. DAILEY - TEACHER
VIRGINIA A. BOONE/HIGHLAND OAKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

22 WORKDAYS
CECILY C. RICHBURG - TEACHER
WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER

22 WORKDAYS
JENNY H. RIERA - TEACHER
WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER

15 CALENDAR DAYS
LYZA SANCHEZ - BUS AIDE
NORTH TRANSPORTATION CENTER

22 WORKDAYS
DERRICK D. TATE - TEACHER
CUTLER BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL

15 WORKDAYS
PENELOPE A. TAYLOR - TEACHER
HENRY E.S. REEVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10 WORKDAYS
SAMUEL P. WATTS - TEACHER
WESTLAND HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
30 WORKDAYS
STEVEN N. HANKINS - TEACHER
COUNTRY CLUB MIDDLE SCHOOL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
SANDRA L. HOOD - PARAPROFESSIONAL III
MARITIME AND SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
RICHTER FLAMBERT - TEACHER
NORTH DADE MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED:1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Ms. Vanessa A. Dailey, Teacher, Virginia A. Boone/Highland Oaks Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective May 12, 2016.

B)Ms. Cecily C. Richburg, Teacher, West Homestead K-8 Center, suspension without pay for twenty-two (22) workdays, effective May 12, 2016.

C)Ms. Jenny H. Riera, Teacher, West Homestead K-8 Center, suspension without pay for twenty-two (22) workdays, effective May 12, 2016.

D)Ms. Lyza Sanchez, Bus Aide, North Transportation Center, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective May 12, 2016.

E)Mr. Derrick D. Tate, Teacher, Cutler Bay Middle School, suspension without pay for twenty-two (22) workdays, effective May 12, 2016.

F)Ms. Penelope A. Taylor, Teacher, Henry E.S. Reeves Elementary School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) workdays, effective May 12, 2016.

G)Mr. Samuel P. Watts, Teacher, Westland Hialeah Senior High School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective May 12, 2016.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Mr. Steven N. Hankins, Teacher, Country Club Middle School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective May 12, 2016.

B)Ms. Sandra L. Hood, Paraprofessional Ill, Maritime and Science Technology Academy, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective May 12, 2016.

C)Mr. Richter Flambert, Teacher, North Dade Middle School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective May 12, 2016.

D-66 2016-2017 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approves the opening and closing hours of schools for the 2016-2017 school year and accept the listed exceptions to those hours.

D-67 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-48, furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2015-2016 school year, the 2016 summer session, and the 2016-2017 school year;

2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-55, furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2015-2016 school year, the 2016 summer session, and the 2016-2017 school year;

3. provide educational services in an alternative school/programs during the term of the expulsion; and

4. following the term of the expulsions, permit the students to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

D-68 2016 SUMMER SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2016 Summer Services

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending March 2016.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY REPORTS FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY, AND MARCH 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 1,782 items with a depreciated cost of $505,319 and recoveries containing 3 items with a depreciated cost of $3,396 to update the records for January, February and March 2016.

E-3 ACCOUNTSRECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to remove from the accounting records the outstanding accounts receivable balances totaling $90,948.16 owed by 40 former employees.

E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2015-16 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2015-16 General Fund Spring Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by $12,462,651; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the agenda item).

E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2015‑16 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2015-16 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $4,666,782 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 5 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 2, FY 2015-16 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review.

E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2015-16 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2015-16 Debt Service Funds Spring Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $237,726,874.

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2015-16 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2015-16 Special Revenue - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $8,690,840 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2015-16 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2015-16, Food Service Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues by $2,413,000, decreasing appropriations by $(1,799,459) and increasing ending fund balance by $4,212,459.

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2015-16 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2015-16 Internal Service (Health Insurance) Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues, net position and expenses by $1,917,000; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-25 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 16-047 PROVIDING FOR ISSUANCE OF UP TO $300 MILLION TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 16-047 providing for issuance of up to $300 million of Tax Anticipation Notes, Series 2016.

E-26 AUTHORIZATION TO ADD ESTRADA HINOJOSA & COMPANY TO APPROVED LIST OF UNDERWRITERS AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND ESTRADA HINOJOSA & COMPANY PURSUANT TO INVITATION TO BID NO. 15-031-YWP \u2013 UNDERWRITING SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to add Estrada Hinojosa & Company to the authorized Underwriters List approved by the School Board at the February 3, 2016 Board Meeting and enter into contractual services agreements with the following firms, pursuant to Invitation to Bid No. 15-031-YWP \u2013 Underwriting Services to underwrite either Certificates of Participation under the District\u2019s Master Lease Program or other planned financings, for the Office of Treasury Management, effective February 3, 2016, through February 3, 2018 that may be extended for one additional year:

APPROVED UNDERWRITERS LIST

LEAD/SENIOR MANAGERS:

1. BANK OF AMERICA/MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH, INC.
355 ALHAMBRA CIRCLE, SUITE 1360
CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
MATTHEW J. WILLIAMS, DIRECTOR

2. CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKETS, INC.
200 SOUTH ORANGE AVENUE, SUITE 217
0RLANDO, FL 32801
MICHAEL BALDWIN, DIRECTOR

3. J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES, LLC
1450 BRICKELL AVENUE, 33RD FLOOR
MIAMI, FL 33131
THOMAS J. WHITEHOUSE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

4. MORGAN STANLEY & COMPANY, LLC
1585 BROADWAY
NEW YORK, NY 10036
JAMES HOWARD, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

5. RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC
100 SECOND AVENUE SOUTH, SUITE 800
ST. PETERSBERG, FL 33701
JULIE SANTAMARIA, DIRECTOR

6. WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. MUNICIPAL PRODUCTS GROUP
2363 GULF-TO-BAY BOULEVARD, SUITE 200
CLEARWATER, FL 33765
J. MICHAEL OLLIFF, VICE PRESIDENT

CO-MANAGERS:

7. BLAYLOCK ROBERT VAN, LLC (M/WBE self-declared)
600 LEXINGTON AVENUE, 3RD FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10022
BERNARD B. BEAL, CHAIRMAN

8. LOOP CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC (M/WBE self-declared)
111 WEST JACKSON BLVD., SUITE 1901
CHICAGO, IL 60604
DEBORAH KNOX, VICE PRESIDENT

9. PNC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC
420 S. ORANGE AVE., SUITE 300
ORLANDO, FL 32801
JOHN MARTINEZ, DIRECTOR

10. RAYMOND JAMES & ASSOCIATES, INC
880 CARILLON PARKWAY
ST. PETERSBURG, FL 33716
NATALIE SIDOR, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

11. SAMUEL A. RAMIREZ & COMPANY, INC. (M/WBE self-declared)
61 BROADWAY, SUITE 2924
NEW YORK, NY 10803
LINDA VANDEPERRE, MANAGING DIRECTOR

12. SIEBERT BRANDFORD SHANK & COMPANY LLC (M/WBE self-declared)
1025 CONNECTICUT AVE. NW. SUITE 1202
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
SARAH SNYDER, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

13. STIFEL NICOLAUS & COMPANY, INC
111 N. MAGNOLIA AVE, SUITE 1175
ORLANDO, FL 32801
ALEX BUGALLO, MANAGING DIRECTOR

14. ESTRADA HINOJOS & COMPANY (Added 5/11/16) (M/WBE self-declared)
2937 SW 27th AVENUE, SUITE 200B
MIAMI, FL 33133
LOURDES ABADIN, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT

E-66 PROPERTY INSURANCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. confirm placement of its excess, all risk, replacement cost property insurance program, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2016 to May 1, 2017 consisting of total insurance limits of $300,000,000, per occurrence with the following insurers and annual premiums, inclusive of all state-required fees and assessments:

Allied World Assurance Company / (Amwins)

$209,254.00

Arch Specialty Ins. Company/ (Amwins)

$308,754.00

ASCOT Syndicate (Lloyds) / (AJGUK)

$496,154.45

Axis Surplus Ins. Co./ (AJGUK)

$554,254.00

Axis Surplus Insurance Company/ (RPS)

$300,004.00

BRIT Synd 2987 (Lloyds of London)/ (RPS)

$155,879.00

Chubb Custom Insurance Co./ (CVStarr

$163,170.00

Colony Insurance Company/ (Amwins)

$278,220.00

Evanston Insurance Company/ (RPS)

$243,754.00

General Security Indemnity Co. of AZ/ (CVStarr)

$163,171.00

Great Lakes Reinsurance (UK) SE / (AJGUK)

$425,629.00

Hiscox Syndicate (Lloyds) / (Amwins)

$154,379.00

Interstate Fire & Casualty / (Amwins)

$29,004.00

Ironshore Specialty Insurance Co/ (RPS)

$847,325.00

Landmark American Ins. Co. / (RPS)

$1,112,258.00

Lexington Insurance Company/ (AJGUK)

$2,557,023.85

Liberty Surplus Ins. Corporation / (RPS)

$446,012.00

Lloyds of London various syndicates / (AJGUK)

$5,586,840.00

National Fire & Marine Ins. Co / (Berkshire)

$641,373.40

Scottsdale Surplus Lines Ins. Co/ (RPS)

$451,270.00

Starr Surplus Lines Ins Co./ (CVStarr)

$163,170.00

United Specialty Insurance Company/ (Amwins)

$29,000.00

Westchester Surplus Lines Ins Co/ (RPS)

$471,958.00

Westport Insurance Corp/ (Swiss RE)

$3,355,029.00

Miami-Dade County Public Schools

$0.00

TOTAL

$19,142,885.70

2. authorize the District\u2019s 50% participation as co-insurer in the $50M excess of $250M limit of coverage;

3. confirm purchase of terrorism coverage, including domestic and foreign (T-3 form), subject to an aggregate limit of $50,000,000 property damage, $10,000,000 bodily injury from Lloyd\u2019s of London, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2016 to May 1, 2017, with an annual premium of $94,000;

4. authorize renewal of flood insurance coverage with National Flood Insurance Program, (NFIP), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for all properties required by the Federal Government to be covered with estimated premiums not to exceed $2.5 million for coverages effective for the 12-month period of July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017;

5. authorize the purchase of the \u201cSTORM\u201d Parametric Property Insurance Policy, for a three-year period effective May 1, 2016 through May 1, 2019, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with North American Capacity Insurance Company (Swiss Re), with a total insured premium of $2,400,000 inclusive of state fees and surcharges to be paid in three annual installments of $800,000;

6. authorize consulting expenses to be paid to Siver Insurance Consultants to assist in policy review and issuance, preparation of the annual consultant\u2019s report to The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, NA, and other required technical services with such fees to be paid at $150/hour, in an amount not to exceed $75,000 for the policy year with funding for such expenses to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund;

7. authorize renewal of the adjusting services performed by Cunningham Lindsey for property adjusting services to be used on an as-needed basis when a loss would result in a liability to the District\u2019s self-insured property program, with adjusting expenses to be as follows with expenses to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund:

Hourly Rate

Adjuster

$92.00

Branch General Adjuster

$114.00

Regional General Adjuster

$133.00

Prot\u00e9g\u00e9 Adjuster

$160.00

National General Adjuster

$185.00

Executive General Adjuster

$221.00

Senior Executive General Adjuster

$245.00

8. authorize the use of any of the Special Projects Consultants (SPC) firms under contract to the District, with associated fees, to access firms to produce sealed elevation certificates, pursuant to NFIP guidelines, subject to these firms\u2019 current contracts with the District with expenditures for these services not to exceed $50,000 to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund; and

9. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to seek a letter from the State of Florida, Office of Insurance Regulation to provide written clarification, including cites to relevant FEMA documentation, which forms the basis of their position with respect to M-DCPS\u2019s compliance with the FEMA Insurance Requirements pursuant to Section 406 of the Federal Stafford Act.

E-141 REJECT ITB NO. ITB-15-021-ND \u2013 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT ITB NO. ITB-15-021-ND \u2013 INFORMATION TECHONOLOGY CONSULTANT, to permit rebidding using revised specifications to allow for more diverse vendor participation.

E-142 AWARD RFP NO. RFP-15-034-MT \u2013 DISPARITY STUDY SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD RFP No. RFP-15-034-MT \u2013 DISPARITY STUDY SERVICES, to select qualified and experienced individuals and/or organizations for the development and implementation of Disparity Study Services for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective May 11, 2016 through May 10, 2017, and may, by mutual agreement between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for one (1) additional one (1) year extension period thereto, as follows:

MILLER3 CONSULTING, INC.
400 PRYOR STREET, #4068
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30302
OWNER/OFFICER: LAUREN MILLER, DIRECTOR,
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $193,296, for the initial contract term of one year, and an amount not to exceed $193,296, for the subsequent one (1) year extension period (s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amounts shown will be expended.

E-143 AWARDRFP NO. RFP-15-017-YWP \u2013 ONLINE BACKGROUND SCREENING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD RFP No. RFP-15-017-YWP \u2013 ONLINE BACKGROUND SCREENING, to select qualified and experienced vendor(s) to perform background screenings for volunteers located at all schools and district locations, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

VERIFIED VOLUNTEERS
113 SOUTH COLLEGE AVENUE
FT. COLLINS, CO 80524
OWNER/OFFICER: KATIE ZWETZIG, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase on-line background screenings for volunteers located at all schools and district locations, for up to the total estimated amount of $100,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $100,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-144 AWARD RFP NO. RFP-15-047-MT \u2013 EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD RFP No. RFP-15-047-MT \u2013 EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES to obtain the services of a public accounting firm whose partners or officers are independent certified public accountants and are duly licensed to practice in the State of Florida, to perform an audit of the financial statements and record in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards promulgated by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants; and to perform the financial and compliance audit of all federal financial assistance (Single Audit). The Single Audit will be performed in accordance with the Federal Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996, and the Uniform Guidance, as well as other applicable Federal laws, and the Rules of the Auditor General of the State of Florida, effective May 11, 2016 through May 10, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

RSM US LLP
801 BRICKELL AVENUE, SUITE 1050
MIAMI, FL 33141
OWNER/OFFICER: DONNOVAN MAGINLEY, PARTNER

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $975,000 for the initial contract term of three years, and an amount not to exceed $295,000 for the audit of financial records and $45,000 for the Federal Single Audit, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period (s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amounts shown will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR TWO PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for two programs from:

a. City of Miami Beach for funding under the City of Miami Beach Voluntary Prekindergarten Program, in the approximate amount of $487,362, for the grant period of March 11, 2016 through June 30, 2019; and

b. New Teacher Center for funding under the Investing in Innovation Scale-up Grants, in the approximate amount of $956,917, and in-kind support valued at $1,664,265, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2019.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grants in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

E-202 APPROVAL OF INTER-LOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA FOR THE PLACEMENT OF FM TRANSLATOR STATIONS ON COUNTY COMMUNICATIONS TOWERS

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to execute an Inter-Local Agreement with the Board of County Commissioners of Monroe County, Florida, providing for a twenty (20) year lease agreement for the placement of WLRN translators on Monroe County communications towers, and to execute all other necessary ancillary documents in support of the Inter-Local Agreement.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND ARBAS REALTY TRUST, FORMERLY KNOWN AS R.K. ASSOCIATES, FOR CLASSROOM SPACE USED AS AN ANNEX TO AVENTURA WATERWAYS K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 850 IVES DAIRY ROAD, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33179

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and Arbas Realty Trust, formerly known as R.K. Associates, for classroom space used as an annex to Aventura Waterways K-8 Center, located at 850 Ives Dairy Road, Miami, Florida 33179, to extend the term of the Lease Agreement from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2019, including an annual rental rate of $945,000 for the period of July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017, $992,250 for the period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, and $1,041,862 for the period of July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A SUBLEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE JUSTICE (\u201cDJJ\u201d), SUCCESSOR IN INTEREST TO THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND REHABILITATIVE SERVICES (\u201cSUBLEASE\u201d), FOR USE OF APPROXIMATELY 50,000 SQUARE FEET OF OFFICE SPACE AT THE FORMER MIAMI-DADE REGIONAL JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER FACILITY, LOCATED AT 3300 NW 27 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142 (\u201cFACILITY\u201d), FOR SCHOOL POLICE OPERATIONS; AND

2) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SUBLEASE; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE SUBLEASE, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE SUBLEASE, AND PLACING DJJ IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute a Sublease Agreement with the State of Florida, Department of Juvenile Justice (\u201cDJJ\u201d), successor in interest to the State of Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services (\u201cSublease\u201d), for use of approximately 50,000 square feet of office space at the former Miami-Dade Regional Juvenile Detention Center facility, located at 3300 NW 27 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33142 (\u201cFacility\u201d), for School Police operations, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. finalize negotiations and execute any other documents that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Sublease; and

3. grant or deny all approvals required under the Sublease, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Sublease, and placing DJJ in default, as may be applicable.

F-3 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH NORTH BAY VILLAGE (\u201cVILLAGE\u201d), A POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, FOR USE OF THE BASKETBALL COURT AT TREASURE ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7540 EAST TREASURE DRIVE, NORTH BAY VILLAGE, FLORIDA 33141; AND

2) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE VILLAGE IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute a Joint Use Agreement with North Bay Village, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, for use of the basketball court at Treasure Island Elementary School, located at 7540 East Treasure Drive, North Bay Village, Florida 33141, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2. finalize negotiations and execute any other documents that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Joint Use Agreement; and

3. grant or deny all approvals required under the Joint Use Agreement, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Joint Use Agreement, and placing the Village in default, as may be applicable.

F-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (\u201cMOU\u201d) BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD (\u201cBOARD\u201d) AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d), COLLECTIVELY THE PARTIES, TO PROVIDE A COLLABORATIVE FRAMEWORK UNDER WHICH THE FOLLOWING OUTCOMES MIGHT BE ACHIEVED:

1) BOARD TO MAKE AVAILABLE TO THE COUNTY UNDER MUTUALLY ACCEPTABLE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OFF-STREET PARKING BUILT ON THE BOARD-OWNED PARCEL LOCATED ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF N.E. 2 AVENUE AND N.E. 14 STREET (THE \u201cPARCEL\u201d) BY A PRIVATE ENTITY, PURSUANT TO A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ISSUED BY THE BOARD FOR THE SALE AND/OR DEVELOPMENT OF THE PARCEL; AND

2) COUNTY TO MAKE AVAILABLE COUNTY-OWNED PROPERTY ACCEPTABLE TO THE BOARD TO LOCATE A FUTURE EDUCATIONAL FACILITY IN THE DOWNTOWN MIAMI AREA

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a Memorandum of Understanding (\u201cMOU\u201d) between the School Board (\u201cBoard\u201d) and Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d), collectively the Parties, to provide a collaborative framework under which the following outcomes might be achieved:

1) Board to make available to the County under mutually acceptable terms and conditions off-street parking built on the Board-owned parcel located on the southwest corner of N.E. 2 Avenue and N.E. 14 Street (the \u201cParcel\u201d) by a private entity, pursuant to a Request for Proposals issued by the Board for the sale and/or development of the Parcel; and

2) County to make available County-owned property acceptable to the Board to locate a future educational facility in the Downtown Miami area.

F-34 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1 Change Order No. 1 on Project Number 01138500, School Replacement, Frederick Douglass Elementary School for an additional cost of $20,436.74 and a time extension of 17 days.

B-2 Final Change Order, Change Order No. 1 on Project Number 01216100, Addition of New 6-12 Facility, Maritime and Science Technology Academy for a credit of $226,076.84 and a time extension of 28 days.

F-35 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, (COUNTY) AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI- DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, (M-DCPS) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE PROPOSED FACILITY AT CUTLER BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19400 GULFSTREAM ROAD, CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA 33157; PROJECT NUMBER 01339200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida, (County) and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, (M-DCPS) for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the proposed facility at Cutler Bay Middle School, 19400 Gulfstream Road, Cutler Bay, Florida 33157; Project Number 01339200

F-36 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, (COUNTY) AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, (M-DCPS) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE PROPOSED FACILITY AT MADIE IVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 20770 N.E. 14 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33179; PROJECT NUMBER 01337500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida, (County) and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, (M-DCPS) for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the proposed facility at Madie Ives Elementary School, located at 20770 N.E. 14 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33179; Project Number 01337500

F-37 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION CO. (J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION), FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT JACK D. GORDON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND OFF-SITE PRIMARY LEARNING CENTERS, LOCATED AT 14600 COUNTRY WALK DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186; PROJECT NUMBER 01433900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for J.R.T. Construction Co., for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Jack D. Gordon Elementary School and Off-site Primary Learning Centers, located at 14600 Country Walk Drive, Miami, Florida 33186, Project Number 01433900, in the amount of $2,334,717.48 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $103,247

F-38 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC. (STEPHENSON) FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED ADDITION, RENOVATIONS, AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT NORLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19340 N.W. 8 COURT, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169; PROJECT NUMBER 01439500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for D. Stephenson Construction Inc., (Stephenson) for the General Obligation Bond funded addition, renovations and repairs project at Norland Elementary School, located at 19340 N.W. 8 Court, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169, Project Number 01439500, in the amount of $2,492,886 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $108,609.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) new application for contractor prequalification and three (3) single bid limit increase applications for contractor prequalification

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. VERNARD M. WHITLEY - DOAH CASE NO. 15-6759TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Vernard Whitley, DOAH Case No. 15-6759TTS, thereby dismissing the charges against Respondent and reinstating Respondent\u2019s employment as a security monitor, and award Respondent back pay for the period of his suspension.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 ENHANCEMENTS TO THE ONLINE CHECK REGISTER

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of enhancing the District\u2019s online checkbook register tool by adding a sort function, refining search capabilities, as well as any other improvements that may be available now or become available in the future.

H-4 BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE \u201cCLICK IT OR TICKET\u201d NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT SAFETY CAMPAIGN, MAY 23 THROUGH JUNE 5, 2016

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s \u201cClick It or Ticket\u201d National Seat Belt Enforcement Safety Campaign, May 23 through June 5, 2016, and encourage a year-round habit for students, parents and District employees to always buckle up when in a vehicle.

H-5 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT\u2019S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA\u2019S SALES TAX HOLIDAY

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to utilize the District\u2019s communication resources to raise community awareness of Florida\u2019s upcoming sales tax holiday scheduled for August 5-7, 2016.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

APRIL 13, 2016 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE MAY 1 THROUGH MAY 8, 2016 INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, MAY 5, 2016, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY\u2019S PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-033 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust to be May 1 through May 8, 2016 including the Day of Remembrance known as Yom Hashoah, May 5, 2016, to be observed in all of Miami-Dade County\u2019s public schools.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-039 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING VABHOE\u2019S 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF CULTURAL ARTS DAY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-039 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing VABHOE’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION OF CULTURAL ARTS DAY.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-034 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP SIGNING DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-034 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing April 19, 2016 as Academic Scholarship Signing Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-038 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS RETIREES (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No.16-038 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami-Dade County Public School Employees Mr. William A. Richards, III and Ms. Isora Castro.

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-040 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT (FPL) (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-040 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Florida Power & Light (FPL).

B-9 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2016 SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SAFETY CAMPAIGN CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2016 Senior High School Safety Campaign Contest.

B-10 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-035 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAY 3, 2016 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-035 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing May 3, 2016 as National Teacher Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-036 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI CHAPTER, BLACK NURSES ASSOCIATION (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-036 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami Chapter, Black Nurses Association.

B-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-037 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MICHAEL ALESSANDRI (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-037 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Michael Alessandri.

B-14 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-042 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CHILDREN\u2019S MOVEMENT OF FLORIDA, AND ITS FOUNDER, DAVID LAWRENCE, JR. (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-042 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Children\u2019s Movement of Florida, and its Founder, David Lawrence, Jr.

B-15 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 2016 AS WATER SAFETY MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse April 2016 as Water Safety Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-041 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BLACK TECH WEEK (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-041of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Blacktech Week.

B-17 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 9TH ANNUAL MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURE, HORSE & CATTLE SHOW

B-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HEALTHY WEST KENDALL COALITION (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-043 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Recognizing Healthy West Kendall (HWK) Coalition.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Robert Morgan Senior High School Dancers
  • Miami Norland Senior High School Freedom Writers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • March 1, 15, 17, and 31, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • March 9, 2016 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Values Matter Recognition
  • Digital Citizenship Video Contest
  • Magnet Schools of America
  • Student Life Savers

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM FEBRUARY 5, 2016 THROUGH MARCH 10, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Personnel Action Listing 1082 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from February 5, 2016 through March 10, 2016.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective April 14, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-22 CONTRACTUAL EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT TO INDIVIDUAL SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, contractually employ Ms. Gina M. Rimar! as Administrative Assistant, to Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, effective April 18, 2016.

D-23 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE 2016 GLAZER AND LORTON WRITING INSTITUTE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $75,000.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into a contractual agreement with the University of Miami for the delivery of the 2016 Glazer and Lorton Writing Institute in an amount not to exceed $75,000.

D-24 REQUEST BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL TO CONTRACT PERSONNEL FOR OPEN BUDGETED POSITION (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, grant the request by the Inspector General to hire Mr. Francisco M. Trujillo as OIG Special Agent on a contractual basis.

D-46 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 9142, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended School Board Policy 9142, Diversity, Equity and Excellence Advisory Committee, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 13, 2016.

D-47 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: INITIAL READING 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5120, Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION-SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

12 CALENDAR DAYS
DONNA M. BLATCH -SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
NORTHEAST TRANSPORTATION CENTER

30 CALENDAR DAYS
TEMEKA S. BROWN-PART-TIME FOOD SERVICE WORKER I
MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
ILEANA M. DIEGUEZ -TEACHER
MANDARIN LAKES K-8 CENTER

10 CALENDAR DAYS
MELINDA M. FELTON -SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
NORTH TRANSPORTATION CENTER

20 WORKDAYS
TESSIE A. JONES -SCHOOL SECURITY MONITOR II
NORTH DADE MIDDLE SCHOOL

10 CALENDAR DAYS
JORGE L. LOPEZ -LEAD CUSTODIAN
HENRY H. FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
ORLY G. SIERRA-PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
PALM LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
RAY A. VENTO-PHYSICAL EDUCATION TEACHER
TWIN LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

5 WORKDAYS
GEORGE D. WARD -TEACHER
CUTLER BAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANGE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
LEONEL MARRERO -TEACHER
MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: 1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Ms. Donna M. Blatch, School Bus Driver, Northeast Transportation Center, suspension without pay for twelve ( 12) calendar days, effective April 14, 2016.

B)Ms. Temeka S. Brown, Part-Time Food Service Worker I, Miami Palmetto Senior High School, suspension without pay for thirty (30)calendar days, effective April 14, 2016.

C)Ms. Ileana M. Dieguez, Teacher, Mandarin Lakes K-8 Center, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective April 14, 2016.

D)Ms. Melinda M. Felton, School Bus Driver, North Transportation Center, suspension without pay for ten ( 10) calendar days, effective April 14, 2016.

E)Ms. Tessie A. Jones, School Security Monitor II, North Dade Middle School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective April 14, 2016.

F)Mr. Jorge L. Lopez, Lead Custodian, Henry H. Filer Middle School, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective April 14, 2016.

G)Mr. Orly G. Sierra, Physical Education Teacher, Palm Lakes Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective April 14, 2016.

H)Mr. Ray A. Vento, Physical Education Teacher, Twin Lakes Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective April 14, 2016.

I)Mr. George D. Ward, Teacher, Cutler Bay Senior High School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective May 9, 2016.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Mr. Leonel Marrero, Teacher, Miami Coral Park Senior High School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective April 14, 2016.

D-66 DISMISSAL TIMES FOR THE LAST THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL, (JUNE 7, 8, AND 9, 2016)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve dismissal times for the last three days of school (June 7, 8, and 9, 2016)

2. authorize the Superintendent to make any special adjustments necessary due to unique circumstances in particular schools.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending February 2016.

E-25 SCHOOL BOARD DESIGNATED BANK DEPOSITORY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the designation of CenterState Bank of Florida, N.A. as Board approved depository in accordance with and as provided by law.

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) #15-066-YP, SELECTED THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to issue Request for Proposals (RFP) # 15-066-YP, Selected Third Party Administration of Employee Benefits; and

2. approve the composition of the Ad-Hoc Committee.

E-86 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of Magnet Educational Choice Association (MECA), Inc., for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-87 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR\u2019S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of The Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. and Independent Auditor\u2019s Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-89 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 27 OF 125 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 27 of 125 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-141 AWARDRFP NO. RFP-15-008-MT \u2013 CHARTER SCHOOL MONITORING SYSTEM

(revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award RFP No. RFP-15-008-MT \u2013 CHARTER SCHOOL MONITORING SYSTEM, to select qualified and experienced firms to assist The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida in the development and implementation of charter school system services sponsored by Miami-Dade County Public Schools, effective April 13, 2016 through April 12, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

CRITICAL ELEMENTS, LLC
16808 N.E 106TH STREET
REDMOND, WASHINGTON 98052
OWNER/OFFICER: YEHUDA ROMANO,
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $160,000, for the initial contract term of two years, and an amount not to exceed $80,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period (s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amounts shown will be expended.

E-142 AWARDBID NO. ITB-15-040-AC \u2013 REFRIGERATED DELIVERY OF SUMMER MEALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award Bid No. ITB-15-040-AC, REFRIGERATED DELIVERY OF SUMMER MEALS to purchase, at a firm unit price, delivery services, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools locations, during the term of the bid, effective April 13, 2016 through April 12, 2018, as follows:

FOOD FANTASIES, INC.
18770 N.E. 6 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33179
OWNER: JAMES P. CRAVEN, VICE PRESIDENT

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $502,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $251,000, for each additional one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 AWARD REQEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-15-020-YWP, EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIOEMOTIONAL SERVICES FOR AT-RISK STUDENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award Request For Proposal No. RFP-15-020-YWP, EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIOEMOTIONAL SERVICES TO AT-RISK STUDENTS, to provide educational and socioemotional services to at-risk students for grades 3-12 within the Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective April 13, 2016, through April 12, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful proposer, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods, and if needed, ninety (90) days beyond the expiration date of the current contract period thereto, as follows:

SPECIALIZED EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, INC.
2 AQUARIUM DRIVE, SUITE 100
CAMDEN, NJ 08103
OWNER: ANDREA VARGAS, PRESIDENT
SCHOOLS DIVISION

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $840,000 for the initial contract term, and not to exceed $420,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period.

E-144 REJECT ITB NO. ITB-14-066-YWP \u2013 PROGRAM EVALUATION CONSULTANT SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT ITB NO. ITB-14-066-YWP \u2013 PROGRAM EVALUATION CONSULTANT SERVICES, to permit rebidding using revised specifications to allow for more vendor participation.

E-145 APPROVE AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-059-MT, STUDENT UNIFORM VOUCHER PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award ITB No. ITB-15-059-MT \u2013 STUDENT UNIFORM VOUCHER PROGRAM, is to establish a list of preapproved vendors to provide student uniforms for Miami-Dade County Public Schools locations, effective April 13, 2016 through April 12, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. HOLSEN, INC.     SBE-Tier 1
655 N. BISCAYNE RIVER DRIVE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33169
OWNER/OFFICER: DARRYL HOLSENDOLPH, PRESIDENT/CEO
African-American

b. IBILEY UNIFORM, INC.
11530 SW 120TH STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33176
OWNER/OFFICER: EDUARDO BAREA, PRESIDENT

c. MONICA MANUFACTURING CORP., DBA ALL UNIFORM WEAR
2605 W. 8TH AVENUE
HIALEAH, FL 33010
OWNER/OFFICER: ELIZABETH BALTODANO,
VICE-PRESIDENT

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $731,000, for the initial contract term of two years, and an amount not to exceed $365,500, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period (s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amounts shown will be expended.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A COVENANT RUNNING WITH THE LAND IN FAVOR OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE REPLACEMENT MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1050 N.W. 195 STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Covenant Running with The Land In Favor Of Miami-Dade County in connection with the construction of the replacement of Miami Norland Senior High School, located at 1050 N.W. 195 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169, as described in the agenda item.

F-2 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH CONSTRUCTION OF THE REPLACEMENT MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1050 NW 195 STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement with Florida Power and Light Company for electrical service requirements associated with construction of the replacement Miami Norland Senior High School, located at 1050 NW 195 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169, as described in the agenda item.

F-3 RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d) FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOLLOWING HOUSING PROJECTS FOR THE ELDERLY:

A) SMATHERS PHASE TWO, LOCATED AT 1025 S.W. 30 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33135;

B) STIRRUP PLAZA PHASE TWO, LOCATED AT 3160 MUNDY STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33133; AND

C) RUDG\u2014THE COMMONS, LLC, LOCATED AT 2744 N.W. 207 STREET, MIAMI. FLORIDA 33180

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recommend approval to Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d) for exemption from Educational Facilities Impact Fees in connection with the following housing projects for the elderly:

A) Smathers Phase Two, located at 1025 S.W. 30 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33135;

B) Stirrup Plaza Phase Two, located at 3160 Mundy Street Miami, Florida 33133 and

C) RUDG\u2014The Commons, LLC, located at 2744 N.W. 207 Street, Miami, Florida 33180.

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE:

1) A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE SCHOOL BOARD, CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH AND 18555 DEVELOPERS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, IN CONNECTION WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 132-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT 18555 COLLINS AVENUE, CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA 33160 (AKA PORSCHE DESIGN TOWERS MIAMI) PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND

2) ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1) a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among the School Board, City of Sunny Isles Beach and 18555 Developers, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability company, in connection with construction of a new 132-unit residential development, located at 18555 Collins Avenue, Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160 (aka Porsche Design Towers Miami), providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County; and

2) any other documentation that may be required to effectuate the implementation of the Agreement.

F-5 1) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A TEMPORARY NON-EXCLUSIVE CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT AGREEMENT (\u201cCONSTRUCTION EASEMENT\u201d) WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d) IN ORDER TO ALLOW THE COUNTY TO ACCESS A PORTION OF THE ERNEST R GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY PLAYFIELD, LOCATED AT 7330 WEST 32 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33018, TO PROVIDE IMPROVEMENTS TO AN EXISTING ADJACENT COUNTY PUMP STATION; AND

2) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT, INCLUDING EXTENDING THE CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED 18 MONTHS, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE CONSTRUCTION EASEMENT, AND PLACING THE COUNTY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and for the Chair and Secretary to execute a Temporary Non-exclusive Construction Easement Agreement (\u201cConstruction Easement\u201d) with Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d) in order to allow the County to access a portion the of Ernest R Graham K-8 Academy playfield, located at 7330 West 32 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018, to provide improvements to an existing adjacent County pump station, under, substantially, the terms noted in the agenda item; and

2) authorize the Superintendent to grant or deny all approvals required under the Construction Easement, including extending the Construction Easement for a period not-to-exceed 18 months, canceling or terminating the Construction Easement, and placing the County in default, as may be applicable.

F-8 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A CONSTRUCTION ACCESS AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d) TO FACILITATE THE COUNTY\u2019S CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN AND ADJACENT TO MIAMI MACARTHUR SOUTH, LOCATED AT 13990 S.W. 264 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33032; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE CONSTRUCTION ACCESS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING MODIFYING THE EXHIBITS TO THE CONSTRUCTION ACCESS AGREEMENT, EXTENDING THE CONSTRUCTION ACCESS AGREEMENT FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED SIX MONTHS, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE CONSTRUCTION ACCESS AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE COUNTY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Construction Access Agreement with Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d) to facilitate the County\u2019s construction of improvements within and adjacent to Miami MacArthur South, located at 13990 S.W. 264 Street, Miami, Florida 33032, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above; and

2) grant or deny all approvals required under the Construction Access Agreement, including modifying the exhibits to the Construction Access Agreement, extending the Construction Access Agreement for a period not to exceed six months, cancelling or terminating the Construction Access Agreement, and placing the County in default, as may be applicable.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $545,400 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-22 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED PHASE I \u2013 CLASSROOM ADDITION, REMODELING & RENOVATIONS AT AIR BASE K-8 CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION, LOCATED AT 12829 S.W. 272 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33032, PROJECT NUMBER 01442800 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer (A/E) of Record (Sheltered Market \u2013 Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded Phase I \u2013 Classroom Addition, Remodeling & Renovations at Air Base K-8 Center for International Education, located at 12829 S.W. 272 Street, Miami, Florida 33032, Project Number 01442800, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $395,250 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23 COMMISSIONING OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED CLASSROOM ADDITION & RENOVATIONS AT BEN SHEPPARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 5700 WEST 24 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33016, PROJECT NUMBER 01423500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer (A/E) of Record (Sheltered Market \u2013 Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded Classroom Addition & Renovations at Ben Sheppard Elementary School, located at 5700 West 24 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33016, Project Number 01423500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $327,500 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONING OF CARTY ARCHITECTURE, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED CLASSROOM ADDITION (FOR K-8 CONVERSION) & MINOR RENOVATIONS AT ETHEL KOGER BECKHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4702 S.W. 143 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33175, PROJECT NUMBER 01426100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Carty Architecture, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer (A/E) of Record (Sheltered Market \u2013 Micro Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded Classroom Addition (for K-8 conversion) & Minor Renovations at Ethel Koger Beckham Elementary School, located at 4702 S.W. 143 Court, Miami, Florida 33175, Project Number 01426100, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $322,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-25 COMMISSIONING OF GURRI MATUTE, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED CLASSROOM ADDITION AT RUTH K. BROAD/BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1155 93 STREET, BEL HARBOR ISLANDS, FLORIDA 33154, PROJECT NUMBER 01439400 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Gurri Matute, P.A., as Architect/Engineer (A/E) of Record (Sheltered Market \u2013 Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded Classroom Addition at Ruth K. Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center, located at 1155 93 Street, Bay Harbor Islands, Florida 33154, Project Number 01439400, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $311,250 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-35 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO MUNILLA CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, LLC, D.B.A. MCM, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED K-8 CONVERSION, ADDITION AND RENOVATION PROJECT AT MADIE IVES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 20770 N.E. 14 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33179; PROJECT NUMBER 01337500.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Munilla Construction Management, LLC., d.b.a. MCM, for the General Obligation Bond funded K-8 conversion, renovation and repair project at Madie Ives Elementary School, located at 20770 N.E. 14 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33179, Project Number 01337500, in the amount of $13,123,902 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $549,112.

F-36 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE AN ABSOLUTE BILL OF SALE AGREEMENT TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE ARTHUR AND POLLY MAYS CONSERVATORY OF THE ARTS SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 11700 S.W. 216 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33170, PROJECT NUMBER 00976300; AND TO CONVEY THE SUBJECT UTILITY LINES IN FAVOR OF AND TO THE COUNTY.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute an Absolute Bill of Sale Agreement to Miami-Dade County for the construction of the water and wastewater facilities to service the Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts School, located at 11700 S.W. 216 Street, Miami, Florida 33170, Project Number 00976300; and to convey the subject utility lines in favor of and to the County.

F-37 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED (VPI) FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION AND REPAIR PROJECT AT CHARLES R. HADLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER (PLC) A, LOCATED AT 8400 N.W. 7 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33126; PROJECT NUMBER 01432900.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Veitia Padron Incorporated (VPI), for the General Obligation Bond funded construction, renovation and repair project at Charles R. Hadley Elementary School and Primary Learning Center (PLC) A, located at 8400 N.W. 7 Street, Miami, Florida 33126, Project Number 01432900, in the amount of $2,063,734 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $100,629.

F-60 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-025-CV \u2013 SECURITY CAMERA/VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS \u2013 FURNISH AND INSTALL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award Bid No. ITB-15-025-CV \u2013 Security Camera/Video Surveillance systems \u2013 Furnish and Install, to establish a pool of pre-qualified vendors, to furnish and install security cameras systems/video surveillance system throughout The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of April 13, 2016 through April 12, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. ATCI COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
1270 N. W. 165TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER: VINCENT J. VENTO, PRESIDENT

2. ADVANCE SECURITY GROUP
6135 N. W. 167TH STREET, SUITE E-17
MIAMI, FL 33015
OWNER: ODALYS MENEGIA, PRESIDENT

3. INTRALOGIC SOLUTIONS, INC
500 EAST BROWARD BLVD., SUITE 1710
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33394
OWNER: MANDEL LEE, PRESIDENT

4. JLS SECURITY PLUS LLC. MBE
18300 N. W. 62ND AVENUE
MIAMI LAKES, FL 33013
OWNER: JASPER BRIGGS, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

5. METRO CONTRACTOR, INC. MBE
5301 N. W. 158 TERRACE UNIT, UNIT 301
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
OWNER: AMAT FERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

6. MUNWAY TECHNOLOGY, INC SBE
7214 N. W. 56TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER: MIGUEL MUNDARAIN, MANAGER
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

7. STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS MBE
5632 N. W. 161ST STREET
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
OWNER: SYED A. SHAH, PRESIDENT
ASIAN-AMERICAN

2. authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $10,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $3,500,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-61 REJECT ITB NO. ITB-15-050-MT \u2013 SALE OF A PORTION OF BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT N.E. 2nd AVENUE AND N.E. 40th STREET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT ITB-15-050-MT \u2013 SALE OF A PORTION OF BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT N.E. 2nd AVENUE AND N.E. 40th STREET, due to lack of responsive bidders to this solicitation.

F-62AWARDBID NO. ITB-15-042-YWP - COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES ATFIENBERG/FISHER K-8 CENTER

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Award Bid No. ITB-15-042-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES AT FIENBERG FISHER K-8 CENTER, located at 1420 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, consisting of three (3) separate parking lots, containing a total of ninety-seven (97) parking spaces, effective for one (1) year, with two (2) one (1) year options to renew. The contract will commence upon the awardee satisfying all preconditions of the lease agreement, including, without limitation, obtaining any and all necessary licenses, permits, insurance, use approvals or others approvals, as required, for the use of the demised premises by the local government or other governmental agencies, as follows:

AMERICAN CAR PARKS, INC.
501 N.E. 1 AVENUE, SUITE 101
MIAMI, FL 33132
OWNER: RICARDO A. METRAL, PRESIDENT

Fienberg Fisher K-8 Center Highest Annual Rate Offered @ $204,000.00 per year.

2. Authorize the Superintendent of Schools to grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement with American Car Parks, Inc., including amending any of the exhibits to the lease agreement, renewing, extending, cancelling and/or terminating the lease agreement, and placing American Car Parks, Inc. in default, as may be applicable;

3. Authorize the Superintendent of Schools to re-issue the Bid, in the event the District is unable to consummate a lease agreement with American Car Parks, Inc.; and

4. Direct that the rental income generated by the lease agreements be distributed to schools.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve two (2) new applications for contractor prequalification and one (1) single bid limit increase application for contractor prequalification.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD AND REQUEST TO EMPLOY PERSONNEL ATTORNEY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(1) accept the April 2016 Annual Report of the School Board Attorney; and

(2) approve the employment contract for Ms. Kim Lucasto the position of Assistant School Board Attorney.

G-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 1129, 3129, AND 4129, CONFLICT OF INTEREST; 1210, 3210, AND 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT; 1362, 3362, AND 4362, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT; 1362.02, 3362.02, AND 4362.02, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARRASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended Policies 1129, 3129, and 4129, Conflict of Interest; 1210, 3210 and 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 1362, 3362, and 4362, Anti-Discrimination/Harassment; and 1362.02, 3362.02, and 4362.02, Anti-Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedures and file these amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective on April 13, 2016.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 2016 AS NATIONAL MELANOMA SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorses May 2016 as National Melanoma Skin Cancer Awareness Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and authorizes the Superintendent to:

1. Provide students and employees with information and safety tips regarding screening and long-term behaviors
which may help prevent skin cancer; and, (revised)
2. (deleted)
3. Encourage the use of protective wear for students, and for employees especially those who work in the outdoors. (revised)
4. (deleted)

H-4 HOVERBOARDS

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, determine best method to prohibit the use of hoverboards and similar machines in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools premises.

H-7 ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 114th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA - MAY 20, 2016

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Cuban-American community as it commemorates May 20, 2016 as the 114th anniversary of the Independence of Cuba from Spain.

H-8 CUSTOMER SERVICE PARTNERSHIP

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the possibility of creating a customer service partnership with a local business entity, and report back to the Board by the June 22, 2016 School Board Meeting.

H-9 TEACH MIAMI FELLOWSHIP

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the possibility of creating a teaching fellowship program in collaboration with local institutions of higher education, and report back to the Board by the June22, 2016 School Board meeting.

H-10 DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

a) expand a deeply powerful and deliberate Digital Citizenship Awareness Campaign to educate all students, parents, and guardians of their rights, responsibilities, and available resources as digital citizens as outlined in School Board Policy 7540.03, The Code of Student Conduct and the M-DCPS Vision 20/20 Strategic Plan to begin with the 2016-17 school year; and

b) explore for sustainability and long-term consistency available reputable, non-profit, no-cost Digital Citizenship school certification programs; determine the feasibility of an implementation process at all school sites as applicable, and report back to the School Board at its July 2016 School Board Meeting.

H-12 AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN ADDENDUM TO THE CHIEF AUDITOR\u2019S EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, PROVIDING FOR A SALARY ADJUSTMENT (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair to negotiate and execute an addendum to the Chief Auditor\u2019s employment agreement, providing for a positive salary adjustment, not to exceed $160,000.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

MARCH 9, 2016 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE BIG BLUE & YOU AND THE ARTSEA EVENT ON APRIL 23, 2016

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-024 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Big Blue & You and the ARTSEA event on April 23, 2016.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING APRIL 2016 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-025 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming April 2016 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-026 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-026 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami Central Senior High School Football Team.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-027 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-027 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Booker T. Washington Senior High School Football Team.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-028 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CODE ART MIAMI

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-028 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Code Art Miami.

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-029 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DUTCH WAVE ENVIRONMENTAL FESTIVAL

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-029 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Dutch Wave Environmental Festival.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MARIA DE ARMAS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-030 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Maria de Armas.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-032 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. LOLISA M. WALLACE, MISS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, A TEACHER AT FELIX VARELA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (replacement)

That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-032 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Lolisa M. Wallace, Miss Miami-Dade County, a teacher at Felix Varela Senior High School.

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-031 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AIR BASE K-8 CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION PTSA (revised replacement 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-031 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the PTSA of Air Base K-8 Center for International Education.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

  • Community Recognition

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Hialeah Senior High School Concert Jazz Band

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • February 4, 11, 23, and 25, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • February 3, 2016 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • Values Matter Recognition
  • 2015 Advanced Placement Student Recognition
  • 2015-2016 Paraprofessional/School Support Personnel of the Year
  • 2015-2016 Office Employee of the Year
  • Legislative Update
  • Community Violence

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-100 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: FINAL READING: POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt School Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan 2015-2016, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective March 9, 2016.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM JANUARY 15, 2016 THROUGH FEBRUARY 4, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Personnel Action Listing 1081 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from January 15, 2016 through February 4, 2016.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective March 10, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-22 RATIFICATION OF THE 2015-2018 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FLORIDA STATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2015-2018 Tentative Agreement successor contract with FOP effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018.

D-46 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 9142, DIVERSITY EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 9142, Diversity Equity and Excellence Advisory Committee

D-55 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for:

1. agreed upon disciplinary action; and

2. disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve three (3) charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate contracts reflecting the contents of the applications, for:

1. Phoenix Academies of Excellence, Inc., on behalf of Phoenix Academy of Excellence;

2. Phoenix Academy of Excellence-North on behalf of Phoenix Academy of Excellence; and

3. True North Classical Academy, Inc., on behalf of True North Classical Academy High School.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending January 2016.

E-141 REJECT ITB NO. ITB-14-067-ND \u2013 DISTRIBUTION OF FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

REJECT ITB NO. ITB-14-067-ND \u2013 DISTRIBUTION OF FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications to allow for more vendor participation.

E-142 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-032-MT \u2013 AUCTION SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-032-MT, AUCTION SERVICES to purchase, at a firm unit prices, auction services, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools locations, during the term of the bid, effective March 9, 2016, through March 8, 2019, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. BIDERA, LLC
4995 NE 72ND AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: ARMANDO PERERA, PRESIDENT

Buyer\u2019s Premium for On-Site Auction Services \u2013 4.95% Buyer\u2019s Premium for Online Auction Services \u2013 4.95%

SECONDARY

2. GOVDEALS, INC.


100 CAPITOL COMMERCE BLVD., SUITE 110
MONTGOMERY, AL 36117
OWNER/OFFICER: ROGER GRAVLEY, PRESIDENT

Buyer\u2019s Premium for Online Auction Services \u2013 7.5%

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $150,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $50,000 for each additional one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD FOR ONE PROGRAM FROM A FUNDING SOURCE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept a grant award for a program from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under The Florida Best and Brightest Teacher Scholarship Program, in the approximate amount of $2,105,349, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE:

1. A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE SCHOOL BOARD, CITY OF MIAMI BEACH AND 3425 COLLINS, LLC, IN CONNECTION WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 67-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT 3425 COLLINS AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33140, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND

2. ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1) a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among the School Board, City of Miami Beach and 3425 Collins, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, in connection with construction of a new 67-unit residential development, located at 3425 Collins Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33140, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County, substantially in conformance with the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement.

F-2 1) RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d) FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH THE FOLLOWING HOUSING PROJECTS FOR THE ELDERLY:

A) METRO SOUTH SENIOR APARTMENTS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, LOCATED AT 6101 SUNSET DRIVE, SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33143; AND

B) THEODORE ROOSEVELT GIBSON MEMORIAL FUND, INCORPORATED, LOCATED AT 3634 GRAND AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33133

2) AUTHORIZE REIMBURSEMENT TO BOTH APPLICANTS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES ALREADY COLLECTED, FROM THE PROCEEDS OF FUTURE EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES COLLECTED BY THE COUNTY WITHIN THE EAST BENEFIT DISTRICT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) recommend approval to Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d) for exemption from Educational Facilities Impact Fees in connection with the following housing projects for the elderly:

A) Metro South Senior Apartments Limited Partnership, located at 6101 Sunset Drive, South Miami, Florida 33143; and

B) Theodore Roosevelt Gibson Memorial Fund, Incorporated, located at 3634 Grand Avenue, Miami, Florida 33133

2) authorize reimbursement to both applicants for Educational Facilities Impact Fees already collected, from the proceeds of future Educational Facilities Impact Fees collected by the County within the East Benefit District.

F-3 AUTHORIZATION:

1) FOR THE DONATION TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d), AT NO COST, OF THREE BOARD-OWNED PORTABLE CLASSROOMS, CURRENTLY HOUSED AT THE ZOO MIAMI FACILITY (\u201cZOO\u201d), LOCATED AT 12400 S.W. 152 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33177,BEARING FISH NUMBERS 32-021, 35-047 AND 35-048, FOR USE BY THE COUNTY FOR ZOO MIAMI PROGRAMS; AND

2) FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY, AS MAY BE NECESSARY, TO EXECUTE A NEW TEMPORARY USE PERMIT WITH THE COUNTY TO ALLOW CONTINUED USE OF THE PORTABLE CLASSROOMS AT THE ZOO UNTIL SUCH TIME AS THE UNITS ARE VACATED BY THE DISTRICT, AS WELL AS ANY DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE THE DONATION OF THE PORTABLE CLASSROOMS TO THE COUNTY, INCLUDING A BILL OF SALE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize:

1) the donation to Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d), at no cost, of three Board-owned portable classrooms, currently housed at the Zoo Miami facility (\u201cZoo\u201d), located at 12400 S.W. 152 Street, Miami, Florida, 33177, bearing FISH numbers 32-021, 35-047 and 35-048, for use by the County for Zoo Miami programs, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) the Chair and Secretary, as may be necessary, to execute a new Temporary Use Permit with the County to allow continued use of the portable classrooms at the Zoo until such time as the units are vacated by the District, as well as any documents that may be required to effectuate the donation of the portable classrooms to the County, including a Bill of Sale.

F-22 COMMISSIONINGOF M.C. HARRY AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD FORGENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT HIALEAH-MIAMI LAKES SENIORHIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7977 WEST 12 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA, 33014, PROJECTNO. 01326600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, located at 7977 West 12 Avenue Hialeah, Florida, 33014, Project No. 01326600, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $310,350 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-23 COMMISSIONING OF JORGE A. GUTIERREZ ARCHITECT, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 150 SOUTH ROYAL POINCIANA BOULEVARD, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA, 33166, PROJECT NO. 01434900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Jorge A. Gutierrez Architect, LLC., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Miami Springs Middle School, located at 150 South Royal Poinciana Boulevard, Miami Springs, Florida, 33166, Project No. 01434900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $257,461 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-24 COMMISSIONINGOF KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD FOR GENERALOBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GRATIGNY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATEDAT 11905 NORTH MIAMI AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33168, PROJECT NO. 01433600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission KVH Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and Physical Education (PE) Shelter Replacement at Gratigny Elementary School, located at 11905 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33168, Project No. 01433600, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $230,800 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-25 COMMISSIONING OF LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK (CMR) FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT HIALEAH-MIAMI LAKES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7977 WEST 12 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33014, PROJECT NO. 01326600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Link Construction Group, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, located at 7977 West 12 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33014, Project No. 01326600, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $38,000 for Preconstruction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK (CMR) FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 150 SOUTH ROYAL POINCIANA BLVD., MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33166, PROJECT NO. 01434900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Turner Construction Company, as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Miami Springs Middle School, located at 150 South Royal Poinciana Blvd., Miami Springs, Florida 33166, Project No. 01434900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $31,000 for Preconstruction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK (CMR) FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (PE) SHELTER REPLACEMENT AT GRATIGNY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 11905 NORTH MIAMI AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33168, PROJECT NO. 01433600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Thornton Construction Company, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and Physical Education (PE) Shelter Replacement at Gratigny Elementary School, located at 11905 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33168, Project No. 01433600, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $28,300 for Preconstruction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT WITH R.J. HEISENBOTTLE ARCHITECTS, P.A. AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD, SHELTERED MARKET FOR SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES, FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT NO. 01433400, AND NON GOB FUNDED ADDITION, REMODELING AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT NO. 01436100 AT DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (DASH), LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137 (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, terminate the Agreement with R.J. Heisenbottle Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer (A/E) of Record, Sheltered Market for Small Business Enterprises, for General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded Project No. 01433400, and Non GOB Project No. 01436100 at Design and Architecture Senior High School (DASH), located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33137, as follows:

1) without cause; and

2) with no further compensation due to the A/E.

F-29 TERMINATION OF CIMA ENGINEERING CORP., (dba CIMA) AS ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1 MILLION EACH, CATEGORY A. SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, terminate CIMA Engineering Corp. (dba CIMA) as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant Agreement for Miscellaneous Projects up to $1 Million each, Category A. Small Business Enterprises, as follows:

1) with cause;

2) with the completion of four open Work Orders listed in the body of the agenda item; and

3) with no other compensation due to the firm.

F-30 AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE THE MECHANICAL ENGINEER, HECTOR VERGARA, P.E., PRINCIPAL, WITH L. TRIANA & ASSOCIATES, INC., AND SDM CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. (ALTERNATE), IN THE AGREEMENT WITH LIVS ASSOCIATES AS ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the replacement of inhouse Mechanical Engineer, Hector Vergara, P.E., Principal, in the Agreement with LIVS Associates, as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant, for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2 Million each, for a four year term, as follows:

1) with Subconsultant L. Triana & Associates, Inc., and Subconsultant SDM Consulting Engineering, Inc., (as an Alternate) to provide Mechanical Engineering services for the duration of the Agreement; and

2) with all other terms and conditions of the Agreement to remain unchanged.

F-31 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENTS WITH VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, TO REFLECT THE COMPANY\u2019S CHANGE IN OWNERSHIP AND CHANGE IN PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLE TO THE BOARD FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK SERVICES FOR VARIOUS COMMISSIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to the Agreements with Veitia Padron Incorporated, to reflect the company\u2019s change in ownership and change in Principal Responsible to the Board for Construction Management at-Risk Services for various commissions.

F-34 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Final Change Order, Change Order No. 2 on Project No. A0101303, Phase IV; Renovation of Auditorium and Science, Demolition of Building # 14, Miami Central Senior High School for a credit of $106,808.91.

F-35 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO MUNILLA CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, LLC., D.B.A. MCM, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION AND REPAIR PROJECT AT WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER LOCATED AT 1550 S.W. 6 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33030; PROJECT NO. 01336300. (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Munilla Construction Management, LLC, d.b.a. MCM, for the General Obligation Bond funded construction, renovation and repair project at West Homestead K-8 Center located at 1550 S.W. 6 Street, Homestead, Florida, 33030, Project No. 01336300 in the amount of $8,086,766 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $343,724.

F-36 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO STATE CONTRACTING AND ENGINEERING CORPORATION; FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT KINLOCH PARK MIDDLE SCHOOL LOCATED AT 4340 N.W. 3 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33126, PROJECT NO. 01338900.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for State Contracting and Engineering Corporation, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Kinloch Park Middle School located at 4340 N.W. 3 Street, Miami, Florida, 33126, Project No. 01338900 in the amount of $5,334,561, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $425,173.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF NEW POLICY 2431.05, ATHLETIC TRAINERS, AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS, AND 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt new Policy 2431.05, Athletic Trainers, and amend Policies 5112, Entrance Requirements, and 5131, Student Transfers, and to file these new and amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 9, 2016.

G-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 0133, QUASI-JUDICIAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to amend Policy 0133, Quasi-Judicial, and file it with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 9, 2016.

G-3 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 6320, PURCHASING; 6320.04, CONTRACTOR DEBARMENT PROCEDURES; 6334, PRE-QUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION; AND 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO AND MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to amend Policies 6320, Purchasing, 6320.04, Contractor Debarment Procedures, and 6334, Pre-Qualification of Contractors for Educational Facilities Construction, and Policy 6320.02, Small/Micro And Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs, and file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 9, 2016.

G-4 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF NEW POLICY 9701, TRADEMARK LICENSING, PROTECTION AND USE; AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 9700.01, ADVERTISING AND COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES; AND 2531, COPYRIGHTED WORKS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to adopt new Policy 9701, Trademark Licensing, Protection and Use, and amend Policies 9700.01, Advertising and Commercial Activities, and 2531, Copyrighted Works, and file these new and amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective on March 9, 2016.

G-5 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 1129, 3129, AND 4129, CONFLICT OF INTEREST; 1210, 3210, AND 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT; 1362, 3362, AND 4362, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT; 1362.02, 3362.02, AND 4362.02, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARRASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policies1129, 3129, and 4129, Conflict of Interest; 1210, 3210 and 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 1362, 3362, and 4362, Anti-Discrimination/Harassment; and 1362.02, 3362.02, and 4362.02, Anti-Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedures.

G-6 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Susan Khoury v. The Miami-Dade County School Board and Gregory Williams, Case No. 16-cv-20680-RNS (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employee who is individually named as a Defendant in Susan Khoury v. The Miami-Dade County School Board, Case 16-cv-20680-RNS.

G-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT IN MATTER KNOWN AS: PENDING CLAIMS \u2013 The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, against Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the tentative settlement and accept $325,000.00 in full and complete settlement and resolution of its claims against Maxim Healthcare Services, Inc. and authorize the School Board Attorney to execute and file all necessary documents to finalize the settlement.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 EXPLORE THE CREATION OF A COMMUNITY TRANSPORTATION PARTNERSHIP PLAN (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support the Superintendent in his efforts to explore the creation of a Community Transportation Partnership Plan.

H-3 STRENGTHENING COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM), UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMIES AND OTHER RELATED PROGRAMS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of strengthening college and career pathways for students interested in STEM, United States Service Academies and other related programs.

H-4 PEDIATRICIAN, THERAPIST AND DISTRICT COMMUNICATION

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. provide pediatricians and therapists with contact information of District personnel who can assist in answering questions or making recommendations for them to share with their M-DCPS patients; and,

2. explore hosting a summit for pediatricians and therapists to learn more about services for students and procedures in M-DCPS; and,

3. transmit an update on the actions above by the June22, 2016 School Board meeting.

H-5 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN SUPPORTING FATHERS IN EDUCATION DAY, MAY 12, 2016 AND FATHERS IN ACTION & ADVOCACY WEEK, MAY 9-15, 2016

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in supporting Fathers in Education Day, May 12, 2016 and Fathers in Action & Advocacy Week, May 9-15, 2016.

H-6 STAND-UP DESKS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Explore on a limited basis the feasibility of using stand- up school desks; and,

2. Provide a response before the July 13, 2016 Miami-Dade School Board Meeting.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse additional schools for submittal under the Safe Routes to School Infrastructure Grant Program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and request the Superintendent to formalize the grant applications accordingly.

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 24-30, 2016 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRIL 27, 2016 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of April 24-30, 2016 as Administrative Professionals Week and April 27, 2016 as Administrative Professionals Day.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

FEBRUARY 3, 2016 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-5 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2015 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2015 WalkSafe Statewide Poster Contest.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DESIGNATING MARCH 2016 AS WOMEN\u2019S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 16-012 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, designating March 2016 as Women\u2019s History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2016 WILSON SCHOLARS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approves Resolution No. 16-013 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Class of 2016 Wilson Scholars.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING LOUIS CONFESSORE (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-018 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Louis Confessore.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-019 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING RITA RODRIGUEZ FOR HER WORK IN OUR COMMUNITY (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ WURTZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-019 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Ms. Rita Rodriguez for her work in our community.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FEBRUARY AS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION MONTH (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-015 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing February as Career and Technical Education Month.

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PTA OF KEY BISCAYNE K-8 CENTER (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-016 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Key Biscayne Community School PTA.

B-13 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SWITCHBOARD OF MIAMI (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-020 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Switchboard of Miami, Inc.

B-14 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE OF MIAMI AND THE FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE OF MIAMI BEACH AND NORTH DADE (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-023 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Friendship Circles of Miami, Miami Beach and North Dade.

B-15 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PALMETTO ELEMENTARY ROARBOTS

B-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. ROSALYN CLARK-ARTIS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-021 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Rosalyn Clark-Artis.

B-17 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-022 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PENELOPE TOWNSLEY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-022 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Penelope Townsley

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Miami Northwestern Senior High School Dance Students
  • Miami Arts Studio @ Zelda Glazer Chorus

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • January 7, 19, and 21, 2016

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • January 13, 2016 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Values Matter
  • Legislative Update

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE, BY AND THROUGH THE MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE CHARTER SCHOOL AUTHORITY, ON BEHALF OF DOCTORS CHARTER SCHOOL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute a management agreement with Miami Shores Village, by and through the Miami Shores Village Charter School Authority, on behalf of Doctors Charter School, to provide strategic planning, staffing recommendations, human resource coordination, facilities development, regulatory compliance, corporate records maintenance, accounting, budgeting, cash management and financial reporting services for the remainder of the term of the charter school contract, with an option to renew, and for a fee up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year. Additional services, including but not limited to food services and transportation, may be provided under separate contract at cost.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM DECEMBER 4, 2015 THROUGH JANUARY 14, 2016

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM OCTOBER 19, 2015 THROUGH FEBRUARY 12, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. The Personnel Action Listing 1080 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from December 4, 2015 through January 14, 2016.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from October 19, 2015 through February 12, 2016.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective February 4, 2016, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item.

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

7 CALENDAR DAYS
LOWITZ LAURORE - SCHOOL BUS DRIVER
NORTH TRANSPORTATION CENTER

10 CALENDAR DAYS
JOSIEU ST. FLEUR - CUSTODIAN
NORTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Mr. Lowitz Laurore, School Bus Driver, North Transportation Center, suspension without pay for seven (7) calendar days, effective February 4, 2016; and

B)Mr. Josieu St. Fleur, Custodian, North Miami Senior High School, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective February 4, 2016.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending December 2015.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY REPORTS FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, AND DECEMBER 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 2,113 items with a depreciated cost of $308,956 and Recoveries containing 6 items with a depreciated cost of $724 to update the records for October, November and December 2015.

E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16 General Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by ($27,293,034); and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the agenda item).

E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015‑16 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $ 1,973,878 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 5.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review.

E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS Mid-Year BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16 Debt Service Funds Mid-Year Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $389,823,283.

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 FOOD SERVICE FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16 Special Revenue Food Service Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues by $2,579,546, appropriations by $1,156,359 and increasing ending fund balance by $1,423,187.

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $37,757,086 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 RACE TO THE TOP (RTTT) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

3. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16 Special Revenue Funds \u2013 Race To The Top Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, shifting Salaries, Employee Benefits, Purchased Services, and Other Expenses to Materials and Supplies and Capital Outlay.

4. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-20 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2015-16 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

3. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2015-16 Internal Service Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues net position and expenses by $2,145,033; and

4. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-25 APPROVAL OF (A) RESOLUTION 16-010 AUTHORIZING THE REFUNDING ON AN ADVANCE BASIS OF UP TO $97.5 MILLION TO REFUND ALL OR A PORTION OF SERIES 2008B CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION AND UP TO $12.5 MILLION TO REFUND ALL OR A PORTION OF SERIES 2009A CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION IN ONE OR MORE SERIES AT ONE OR MORE TIMES; AND (B) RESOLUTION 16-011 AUTHORIZING THE AMENDMENT OF THE MASTER LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT TO REVISE THE INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS AND PERMIT THAT ONE OR MORE FACILITIES MAY BE RELEASED FROM A LEASE IF THE VALUE OF THE REMAINING FACILITIES LEASE-PURCHASED WOULD EXCEED THE PRINCIPAL BALANCE DUE UNDER SUCH LEASE.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve (a) Resolution 16-010 authorizing the issuance in one or more series at one or more times of up to $97,500,000 refunding Certificates of Participation to refund on an advance basis all or a portion of Series 2008B COPs and up to $12,500,000 refunding Certificates of Participation to refund on an advance basis all or a portion of Series 2009A COPs; and (b) Resolution 16-011 to amend the Master Lease Purchase Agreement revising the insurance requirements, and permitting the release of one or more facilities from a lease when the value of the remaining facilities lease-purchased under such lease exceeds the outstanding principal balance due.

E-26 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS, BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND BANK OF AMERICA/MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH, INC.; BLAYLOCK ROBERT VAN, LLC; CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKETS, INC.; J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES, LLC; LOOP CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC; MORGAN STANLEY & COMPANY, LLC; PNC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC; RAYMOND JAMES & ASSOCIATES, INC.; RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC; SAMUEL A. RAMIREZ & COMPANY, INC.; SIEBERT BRANDFORD SHANK & COMPANY, LLC; STIEFEL NICOLAUS & COMPANY INC.; AND WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. MUNICIPAL PRODUCTS, PURSUANT TO INVITATION TO BID NO. 15-031-YWP \u2013 UNDERWRITING SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AUTHORIZE the Superintendent of Schools to enter into contractual services agreements with the following firms, pursuant to Invitation to Bid No. 15-031-YWP \u2013 Underwriting Services to identify and select an Authorized Underwriter\u2019s List, to underwrite either Certificates of Participation under the District\u2019s Master Lease Program or other planned financings, for the Office of Treasury Management, effective February 3, 2016, through February 3, 2018 that may be extended for one additional year as follows:

LEAD/SENIOR MANAGERS:

1. BANK OF AMERICA/MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH, INC.
355 ALHAMBRA CIRCLE, SUITE 1360
CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
MATTHEW J. WILLIAMS, DIRECTOR

2. CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKETS, INC.
200 SOUTH ORANGE AVENUE, SUITE 2170
ORLANDO, FL 32801
MICHAEL BALDWIN, DIRECTOR

3. J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES, LLC
1450 BRICKELL AVENUE, 33RD FLOOR
MIAMI, FL 33131
THOMAS J. WHITEHOUSE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

4. MORGAN STANLEY & COMPANY, LLC
1585 BROADWAY
NEW YORK, NY 10036
JAMES HOWARD, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

5. RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC
100 SECOND AVENUE SOUTH, SUITE 800
ST. PETERSBERG, FL 33701
JULIE SANTAMARIA, DIRECTOR

6. WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A. MUNICIPAL PRODUCTS GROUP
2363 GULF-TO-BAY BOULEVARD, SUITE 200
CLEARWATER, FL 33765
J. MICHAEL OLLIFF, VICE PRESIDENT

CO-MANAGERS:

7. BLAYLOCK ROBERT VAN, LLC (M/WBE)
600 LEXINGTON AVENUE, 3RD FLOOR
NEW YORK, NY 10022
BERNARD B. BEAL, CHAIRMAN

8. LOOP CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC (M/WBE)
111 WEST JACKSON BLVD., SUITE 1901
CHICAGO, IL 60604
DEBORAH KNOX, VICE PRESIDENT

9. PNC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC
420 S. ORANGE AVE., SUITE 300
ORLANDO, FL 32801
JOHN MARTINEZ, DIRECTOR

10. RAYMOND JAMES & ASSOCIATES, INC
880 CARILLON PARKWAY
ST. PETERSBURG, FL 33716
NATALIE SIDOR, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

11. SAMUEL A. RAMIREZ & COMPANY, INC. (M/WBE)
61 BROADWAY, SUITE 2924
NEW YORK, NY 10803
LINDA VANDEPERRE, MANAGING DIRECTOR

12. SIEBERT BRANDFORD SHANK & COMPANY LLC (M/WBE)
1025 CONNECTICUT AVE. NW. SUITE 1202
WASHINGTON, DC 20036
SARAH SNYDER, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

13. STIFEL NICOLAUS & COMPANY, INC
111 N. MAGNOLIA AVE, SUITE 1175
ORLANDO, FL 32801
ALEX BUGALLO, MANAGING DIRECTOR

E-66 RENEWAL OF DISTRICT\u2019S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Authorize staff, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., to enter into negotiations and secure and bind existing 300 million in coverage limits, inclusive of increasing the percentage of the primary 100M layer with multi-year capacity/premium commitments not to exceed 60M; potential changes in coverage terms to include a deductible buy down, and/or additional coverage for properties deemed ineligible by FEMA for further loss reimbursement, with annual premiums for all property insurance premiums and associated fees not to exceed $20.5 million, excluding 2015-2016 MYSIP NCB reimbursements/premium credits and state required surcharges and assessments, effective May 1, 2016, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District\u2019s property insurance budget, with a full report including confirmation of coverages, carriers, deductibles, costs and terms to be submitted to the Board its meeting of May 11, 2016;

2. Authorize staff, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., to secure and bind terrorism coverage in the amount of 50 million property damage/10 million bodily injury, effective May 1, 2016 with an annual premium not to exceed $100,000, including state fees, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District\u2019s property insurance budget; and

3. Authorize renewal of flood insurance coverage with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for all properties required by the Federal Government to be covered with estimated premiums not to exceed $2.5 million for coverages effective for the 12-month period of May 1, 2016 to May 1, 2017.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 HOSPITALITY SERVICES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Hospitality Services.

E-88 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 22 OF 125 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 22 of 125 Charter Schools and three Community Based Organizations (CBO\u2019s) Operating during the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-89 THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY INAUGURAL REPORT COVERING FISCAL YEARS 2013-2014 AND 2014-2015 AND INDEPENDENT INTERNAL AUDITOR\u2019S AGREED-UPON PROCEDURES REPORT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Office of Economic Opportunity Inaugural Report Covering Fiscal Years 2013-2014 and 2014-2015 and Independent Internal Auditor\u2019s Agreed-Upon Procedures Report.

E-141 PARTIALAWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-052-AC \u2013 FRESH DELIVERED BREAD AND SPECIALTY BREADPRODUCTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, PARTIAL AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-052-AC, FRESH DELIVERED BREAD AND SPECIALITY BREAD PRODUCTS to purchase, at a firm unit price, bread and bread products, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools locations, during the term of the bid, effective February 3, 2016, through February 2, 2018, as follows:

1. GOURMET VENTURES, INC. DBA OUTRAGEOUS BAGEL CO. SBE
8843 SW 107 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT SANDLER, PRESIDENT

2. THE BAGEL EXPRESS INTERNATIONAL INC. SBE
11616 SW 88 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER/OFFICER: MARIA HERZBRUN, PRESIDENT

3. Reject Group 1. Fresh Bread and Rolls.

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $500,000 for each additional one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 AWARD RFP NO. RFP-14-054-MT \u2013 DIVERSITY TRAINING SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD RFP No. RFP-14-054-MT \u2013 DIVERSITY TRAINING SERVICES, to the selected qualified and experienced firm to assist The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida in providing Diversity Training services for District staff, effective February 3, 2016 through February 2, 2017, and may, by mutual agreement between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

THE CHAMPION SERVICES GROUP, INC. MBE
6501 NW 36TH Street, Suite 300
Miami, Florida 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: James A. Champion, President
African-American

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase training services for up to the total estimated amount of $100,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $100,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following term contract, inasmuch as the estimated requirements, previously awarded by the Board, will be exceeded before the contracts term expires.

Contract No. ITB-14-009-DD \u2013 TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS, to purchase at a firm unit price, quantities, as may be required, transportation services for special needs students, the homeless and students in foster care, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, during the term of the contract, effective July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016, with three (3) additional one (1) year contract extensions. This supplemental award is requested to ensure the continuation of services for the remainder of the contract year, due to an increase of student participation. This supplemental award will be effective February 3, 2016 through June 30, 2016.

Fund Source

0100 - General

AMERICAN LOGISTICS COMPANY, LLC.
901 CALLE AMANECER, SUITE 260
SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
OWNER/OFFICER: CRAIG PUCKETT, PRESIDENT

ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT TO DATE $450,000
PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL $0
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $450,000
TOTAL AMOUNT AWARDED TO DATE $900,000

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AMENDMENT WITH OAK PLAZA ASSOCIATES (DEL), LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR 25 ADDITIONAL PARKING SPACES WITHIN A PARKING GARAGE LOCATED AT 3800 N.E. 1 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137, FOR USE BY FACULTY, STAFF, INVITEES AND GUESTS AT THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (DASH), LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLA 33137

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a lease amendment with Oak Plaza Associates (DEL), LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, for 25 additional parking spaces within a parking garage located at 3800 N.E. 1 Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33137, for use by faculty, staff, invitees and guests at the Design and Architecture Senior High School (DASH), located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, at a total monthly cost of $86.25 per parking space, and substantially in conformance with the other terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-2 1) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AMENDMENT WITH FDG FLAGLER STATION II LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cFDG\u201d), TO REINSTATE THE LEASE AGREEMENT AND MODIFY THE DEMISED PREMISES EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 14, 2015, AND EXTEND THE LEASE TERM FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 17, 2016, FOR USE BY THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (DASH), LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33132; AND

2) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING PLACING FDG IN DEFAULT, AND renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Agreement

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a Lease Amendment with FDG Flagler Station II LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (\u201cFDG\u201d), to reinstate the Lease Agreement and modify the Demised Premises effective September 14, 2015, and extend the lease term for the period ending December 17, 2016, for use by the Design and Architecture Senior High School (DASH), located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132; and

2) authorize the Superintendent to grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including placing FDG in default, and renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Lease Agreement.

F-3 AUTHORIZATION: (withdrawn)

1) FOR THE DONATION TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d), AT NO COST, OF THREE BOARD-OWNED PORTABLE CLASSROOMS, CURRENTLY HOUSED AT THE ZOO MIAMI FACILITY (\u201cZOO\u201d), LOCATED AT 12400 S.W. 152 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33177, BEARING FISH NUMBERS 32-021, 35-047 AND 35-048, FOR USE BY THE COUNTY FOR ZOO MIAMI PROGRAMS; AND

2) FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY, AS MAY BE NECESSARY, TO EXECUTE ANY DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE THE DONATION OF THE PORTABLE CLASSROOMS TO THE COUNTY, INCLUDING A BILL OF SALE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize:

1) the donation to Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d), at no cost, of three Board-owned portable classrooms, currently housed at the Zoo Miami facility (\u201cZoo\u201d), located at 12400 S.W. 152 Street, Miami, Florida, 33177, bearing FISH numbers 32-021, 35-047 and 35-048, for use by the County for Zoo Miami programs, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) the Chair and Secretary, as may be necessary, to execute any documents that may be required to effectuate the donation of the portable classrooms to the County, including a Bill of Sale.

F-4 1) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE PARKING PERMIT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI PARKING AUTHORITY (\u201cMPA\u201d), FOR USE OF A PARKING GARAGE, LOCATED AT 40 N.W. 3 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33128, TO PROVIDE STAFF PARKING FOR NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, LOCATED AT 25 N.E. 2 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33132, FOR THE PERIOD COMMENCING JULY 1, 2016, AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2017; AND

2) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE PARKING PERMIT AGREEMENT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, PLACING MPA IN DEFAULT, AND RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE PARKING PERMIT AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an Amendment to the Parking Permit Agreement between the School Board and Miami Parking Authority (\u201cMPA\u201d), for use of a parking garage, located at 40 N.W. 3 Street, Miami, Florida 33128, to provide staff parking for New World School of the Arts, located at 25 N.E. 2 Street, Miami, Florida 33132, for the period commencing July 1, 2016 and ending June 30, 2017, at a rate of $89.99 per parking space per month, and under, substantially, the other terms and conditions set forth in the agenda item; and

2) authorize the Superintendent to grant or deny all approvals required under the Parking Permit Agreement, including without limitation, placing MPA in default, and renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Parking Permit Agreement.

F-22 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT (BCC) AGREEMENTS FOR TWO YEARS WITH:

  • BERMELLO AJAMIL & PARTNERS, INC.;
  • C.A.P. GOVERNMENT, INC.; AND
  • ARCHITECTS INTERNATIONAL, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the extension of the Building Code Consultant Agreements for two years with:

  • Bermello Ajamil & Partners,Inc.;
  • C.A.P. Government, Inc.; and
  • Architects International, Inc.; as follows:

1) with changes to specific information for each firm as noted in the body of the agenda item;

2) under the same fees, terms and conditions as the current Agreements.

F-23 AUTHORIZATION TO REJECT ALL RESPONSES RECEIVED FOR REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) NUMBER 118 FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK (CMR) FIRMS FOR A GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATION PROJECT NUMBER 01433400 AND A NON GOB-FUNDED ADDITION/REMODEL/RENOVATION PROJECT NUMBER 01436100 AT DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (DASH), LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33137

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize rejection of all responses received for Request for Qualifications No. 118 for Construction Management at-Risk firms for a GOB-funded Renovation Project No. 01433400 and a Non GOB-funded Addition/Remodel/Renovation Project No. 01436100 at Design and Architecture Senior High School, located at 4001 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, FL 33137.

F-60 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-015-CV \u2013 VACANT LOT MAINTENANCE: MOWING AND FENCE LINE CLEARING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-015-CV \u2013 VACANT LOT MAINTENANCE: MOWING AND FENCE LINE CLEARING, to establish a contract at firm unit prices for the maintenance of vacant lots and fence lines for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of February 3, 2016 through February 2, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. THOMAS MAINTENANCE SERVICES, INC. MBE/M/WBE
16205 S. W. 117TH AVENUE, UNIT 7
MIAMI, FL 33177
OWNER: MARY K. THOMAS, PRESIDENT
African American

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $320,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $160,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve three (3) applications for increase to single bid limits.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 1129, 3129, AND 4129, CONFLICT OF INTEREST; 1210, 3210, AND 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT; AND 1362.02, 3362.02, AND 4362.02, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARRASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policies1129, 3129, and 4129, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 1210, 3210 and 4210, Conflict of Interest; and 1362.02, 4362.02, and 3362.02, Anti-Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedures.

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 6320, PURCHASING; 6320.04, CONTRACTOR DEBARMENT PROCEDURES; 6334, PRE-QUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION; 6320.02, AND SMALL/MICRO AND MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policies 6320, Purchasing, 6320.04, Contractor Debarment Procedures, and 6334, Pre-Qualification of Contractors for Educational Facilities Construction, and Policy 6320.02, Small/Micro And Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED NEW POLICY 9701, TRADEMARK LICENSING, PROTECTION AND USE; AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 9700.01, ADVERTISING AND COMMERCIAL ACTIVITIES; AND 2531, COPYRIGHTED WORKS, AND TO REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN COUNSEL FOR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY MATTERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(1) authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to promulgate new Policy 9701, Trademark Licensing, Protection and Use, and to amend Policies 9700.01, Advertising and Commercial Activities, and 2531, Copyrighted Works; and

(2) authorize the School Board Attorney to retain the law firm of Allen, Dyer, Doppelt, Milbrath & Gilchrist, P.A., to assist the Board with virtual, copyright and intellectual property matters at a blended rate of $345 per hour for attorneys and $75 per hour for paralegals.

G-4 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTERS: Marcela Dona, as Guardian and Natural Mother of F.L., a minor, and Marcela Dona, individually, v. The School Board and Susan Omil, Case No. 15-027214 CA 02, and Theanie Hajarie, as Parent and Natural Guardian of Tyler Dacres, a minor v. The School Board and Thompson Gray, Case No. 16-000218 CA 01 (revised 3)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employees who are individually named as a Defendant in the following cases: Marcela Dona, as Guardian and Natural Mother of F.L., a minor, and Marcela Dona, individually, v. The School Board and Susan Omil, Case No. 15-027214 CA 02 and Theanie Hajarie, as Parent and Natural Guardian of Tyler Dacres, a minor v. The School Board and Thompson Gray (also
known as Timothy Gray), Case No. 16-000218 CA 01.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING FEBRUARY 2016 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting February 2016 as National Black History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD PROMOTE MARCH 2016 AS FLORIDA BIKE MONTH, ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY FESTIVITIES, AND RECOGNIZE THE BIKESAFE PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, promote March 2016 as Florida Bike Month, encourage participation in the National Bike to School Day festivities, and recognize the BikeSafe Program for its efforts in improving bicycle safety at middle schools.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD JOIN IN PROMOTING APRIL 22, 2016, AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting April 22, 2016, as Earth Day and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in this celebration.

H-6 PG-RATED MOVIES (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, determine best practices in allowing all students to view PG-rated films/videos for educational purposes without requiring written parental/guardian permission

H-7 TWITTER IN THE CLASSROOM (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, through the Superintendent, explore the feasibility of integrating the free social site Twitter to the English language arts curriculum to increase student participation than can lead to optimal academic achievement.

H-8 STRENGHTENING COLLEGE AND CAREER PATHWAYS FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY,
ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM), UNITED STATES SERVICE ACADEMIES AND OTHER RELATED PROGRAMS(withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of strengthening college and career pathways for students interested in STEM, United States Service Academies and other related programs.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

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AGENDA SECTIONS

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JANUARY 13, 2016 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2016.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH AND TAKE STOCK IN CHILDREN (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY VICE CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,
approve Resolution No. 16-005 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing National Mentoring Month and Take Stock In Children.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KENYA ZAKIYA HANDFIELD FOR HER SERVICE TO HER COMMUNITY

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-001 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Kenya Zakiya Handfield for her service to her community.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. BARBARA JOHNSON FOR HER LEADERSHIP IN EDUCATION AT CHARLES D. WYCHE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. WILBERT \u201cTEE\u201d HOLLOWAY: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-002 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Barbara Johnson for her leadership in education at Charles D. Wyche Elementary School.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-006 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GREATER MIAMI LINKS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-006 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Greater Miami Links.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING LOTUS HOUSE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BYDR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-007 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Lotus House.

B-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2016 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2016 as Arts in Our Schools Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PASTRY CHEF TAYLOR MOXEY

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-003 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing pastry chef Taylor Moxey.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING EDUCATOR KRIS GROBINS

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. RAQUEL REGALADO: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-004 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring educator Kris Grobins.

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-008 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2015 FLORIDA EXEMPLARY MIGRANT SCHOLARS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-008 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2015 Florida Exemplary Migrant Scholars.

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 16-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI WATERCOLOR SOCIETY (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 16-009 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami Watercolor Society, Inc.

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL RECOGNITION:

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • E.W.F. Stirrup Elementary School Chorus and Music Students

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • December 17, 2015

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • November 18, 2015 School Board Meeting
  • December 2, 2015 School Board Meeting

BOARD MEMBER RESOLUTIONS AND RECOGNITIONS (11:00 A.M.)

SUPERINTENDENT'S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)
  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Values Matter
  • 2014-2015 Simulated School Performance Grades

A-2 REQUEST THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT PROVIDE RESOURCES, LOGISTICS, AND FUNDING NECESSARY TO ADDRESS THE PENDING INFLUX OF CUBAN REFUGEES. (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MR. ALBERTO M. CARVALHO: That Miami-Dade County Public Schools join with Miami-Dade's Congressional delegation in calling on the federal government to provide resources, logistics, and funding necessary to address the pending influx of Cuban refugees.

B. BOARD MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. INSTRUCTIONAL EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

C-100 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: INITIAL READING: POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan.

D. SCHOOL SUPPORT ACCOUNTABILITY

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM NOVEMBER 20, 2015 THROUGH DECEMBER 3, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Personnel Action Listing 1079 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from November 20, 2015 through December 3, 2015.

D-21 APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2015-2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective January 13, 2016.

D-45 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 9800, Charter Schools.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION - SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY (revised)

20 WORKDAYS
RONALD JEAN - TEACHER
ALONZO AND TRACY MOURNING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

15 WORKDAYS
BARBARA M. RIOS - TEACHER
MIAMI KILLIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

30 WORKDAYS
JEFFREY S. SCHMUTZLER - TEACHER
MIAMI KILLIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

15 CALENDAR DAYS
LUIS G. PUERTA- HEAD CUSTODIAN
SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10 CALENDAR DAYS
YUGSIMY PENA - CUSTODIAN
SOUTH MIAMI HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

10 CALENDAR DAYS
DOLLESTER 8. COVINGTON - CUSTODIAN
COUNTRY CLUB MIDDLE SCHOOL

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY AND INITIATION OF DISMISSAL PROCEEDINGS
LIGIA PIACENTI - PT FOOD SERVICE WORKER I
PONCE DE LEON MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: 1)That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Mr. Ronald Jean, Teacher, Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective January 14, 2016.
B)Ms. Barbara M. Rios, Teacher, Miami Killian Senior High School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) workdays, effective January 14, 2016.
C)Mr. Jeffrey S. Schmutzler, Teacher, Miami Killian Senior High School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective January 14, 2016.
D)Mr. Luis G. Puerta, Head Custodian, South Miami Heights Elementary School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective January 14, 2016.
E)Ms. Yugsimy Pena, Custodian, South Miami Heights Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective January 14, 2016.
F)Ms. Dollester B. Covington, Custodian, Country Club Middle School, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective January 14, 2016.

2)That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Ms. Ligia Piacenti, Part-time Food Service Worker I, Ponce De Leon Middle School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective January 14, 2016.

D-65 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trip to:

1. London, England, and Paris, France for the students at Coral Reef Senior High;

2.       (deleted)

3. London, England; Paris, France; Florence and Rome, Italy for the students at Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School;

4. Madrid, Cordoba, and Seville, Spain for the students at Lamar Louise Curry Middle School;

5. London, England; Paris, France; Lake Lucerne, Switzerland; Neuschwansteins, Liechtenstein; and Munich Germany for the students at Miami Beach Senior High School;

6. Venice, and Cinque Terre, Italy; French Rivera, France; Barcelona, and Madrid, Spain for the students at Miami Beach Senior High School;

7. London, England; Paris, France; Amsterdam, Netherlands; and Brussels, Belgium, for the students at Miami Beach Senior High School;

8. Berlin, Germany; Prague, Czech Republic; Krakow, Poland; and Budapest, Hungary for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School;

9. Bordeaux, Cognac, and Paris, France for the students at Miami Palmetto Middle School;

10. Dublin, Galway, Killarney, and Cork, Ireland for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School;

11. Tokyo, and Kyoto, Japan for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School; and

12. London, England, and Paris, France for the students at Miami Springs Senior High School.

D-66 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-18 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2015-2016 school year, the 2016 summer session, and the 2016-2017 school year;

2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-19 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2015-2016 school year, the 2016 summer session, and the 2016-2017 school year;

3. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion; and

4. following the term of the expulsion, permit the students to be returned to regular school programs in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, if approved by School Operations.

D-67 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CERTIFY THE 2016-2017 CLASS SIZE COMPLIANCE PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, certify the 2016-2017 Class Size Compliance Plan.

E. INNOVATION, EFFICIENCY AND GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending November 2015.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 34 OF 125 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 34 of 125 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2015.

E-88 AUDIT OF DISTRICT\u2019S SURPLUS EQUIPMENT AND VEHICLE AUCTIONS FOR FY 2014-2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of District\u2019s Surplus Equipment and Vehicle Auctions for FY 2014-2015.

E-141 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-016-AC - ARMORED CAR SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-016-AC, ARMORED CAR SERVICES to purchase, at a firm unit price, armored car services, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools locations, during the term of the bid, effective January 13, 2016, through January 12, 2018, as follows:

BRINK\u2019S INCORPORATED
555 DIVIDEND DRIVE SUITE 100
COPPELL, TX 75019
OWNER/OFFICER: DANIEL MIRANDA, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $700,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $350,000 for each additional one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 REJECT RFP NO. RFP-15-004-MT \u2013 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICE PILOT PROGRAM

REJECT RFP NO. RFP-15-006-ND - COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING CONTINUING OPPORTUNITIES FOR A PURPOSEFUL EDUCATION (C.O.P.E) CENTER SOUTH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. REJECT RFP NO. RFP-15-004-MT \u2013 RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICE PILOT PROGRAM, to permit rebidding using revised specifications to allow for more vendor participation.

2. REJECT RFP NO. RFP-15-006-ND - COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE HEALTH CARE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING CONTINUING OPPORTUNITIES FOR A PURPOSEFUL EDUCATION (C.O.P.E) CENTER SOUTH, to permit rebidding using revised specifications to allow for more vendor participation.

E-143 DEFAULT VENDOR MASTER CLEAN CLEANING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES, INC.

DEFAULT VENDOR NATIONAL AUCTION COMPANY, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. DEFAULT VENDOR MASTER CLEAN CLEANING EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES, INC., to lose eligibility to transact new business with the Board for a period of fourteen (14) months from the date of termination of award by the Board, pursuant to Board Policy 6320, Purchasing, effective January 13, 2016.

2. DEFAULT VENDOR NATIONAL AUCTION COMPANY, INC., to lose eligibility to transact new business with the Board for a period of fourteen (14) months from the date of termination of award by the Board, pursuant to Board Policy 6320, Purchasing, effective January 13, 2016.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR THREE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for three programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education for funding under the Standard Student Attire Incentive Fund, in the approximate amount of $2,179,990, for the grant period of July 1, 2015, through June 30, 2016;

b. Corporation for Public Broadcasting for funding under the Radio Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $508,432, for the grant period of October 1, 2015, through September 30, 2017; and

c. Corporation for Public Broadcasting for funding under the Television Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $1,184,280, for the grant period of October 1, 2015, through September 30, 2017.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION REFORM

F-21 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $1,261,179.

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-22 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE AGREEMENTS WITH EIGHT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK (CMR) FIRMS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION VALUES UP TO $2 MILLION EACH FOR TWO YEARS, UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS:

  • VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED;
  • BDI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY;
  • D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC.;
  • TURNER CONSTRUCTION COMPANY;
  • THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.;
  • STOBS BROS. CONSTRUCTION COMPANY;
  • LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC.; AND
  • MCM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent, or his designee, to extend the Construction Management at-Risk Agreements for miscellaneous projects with construction values up to $2 million each for two (2) years, under the same fees, terms and conditions as the original Agreements, with:

  • Veitia Padron Incorporated;
  • BDI Construction Company;
  • D. Stephenson Construction, Inc.;
  • Turner Construction Company ;
  • Thornton Construction Company, Inc.;
  • Stobs Bros. Construction Company;
  • Link Construction Group, Inc.; and
  • MCM

F-23 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICES, INC., REPLACING JAVIER SALMAN WITH JONATHAN CARDELLO AS ARCHITECT OF RECORD AND DESIGNATED PERSON RESPONSIBLE TO THE BOARD FOR THE REMAINING TERM OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant Agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. replacing Javier Salman with Jonathan Cardello as the Architect of Record and designated person directly responsible to the Board, for the remaining term of the Agreement.

F-34 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1 . Change Order No. 3 on Project No. A01018, S/S "LLL" Miami Carol City Senior High School Replacement, Miami Carol City SHS for a credit of $83,509.05.

F-35 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT AMERICAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL LOCATED AT 18350 N.W. 67 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33015; PROJECT NO. 01419100.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for D. Stephenson Construction, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at American Senior High School located at 18350 N.W. 67 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33015, Project No. 01419100 in the amount of $5,522,655, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $279,659.00

F-36 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE (GMP) TO JAMES B. PIRTLE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., D.B.A. PIRTLE CONSTRUCTION, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL LOCATED AT 251 EAST 47 STREET, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33013; PROJECT NO. 01337800.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for James B. Pirtle Construction Company, Inc., d.b.a. Pirtle Construction, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Hialeah Senior High School located at 251 East 47 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project No. 01337800 in the amount of $9,469,011, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $476,069.00

F-37 AUTHORIZATION FOR THESUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES,AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THESCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER ANDWASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE FREDERICK DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE,LOCATED AT 314 N.W. 12 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136; PROJECT NO. 01138500 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the Frederick Douglass Elementary School site. located at 314 N.W. 12 Street, Miami, Florida 33136; Project No. 01138500.

F-60 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-007-CV \u2013 REFRIGERANT GASES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-007-CV \u2013 REFRIGERANT GASES, to establish a pool of pre-approved vendors, to purchase refrigerant gases for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of January 13, 2016 through January 12, 2018, including extensions thereto, as follows:

1. AIRGAS REFRIGERANTS, INC.
38-18 33 STREET
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
OWNER: JAY KESTENBAUM, SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT

2. AMERICAN REFRIGERANTS, INC
6441 19TH STREET EAST, BUILDING C
SARASOTA, FL 34243
OWNER: WAYNE MURRAY, PRESIDENT

3. COOLGAS, INC.
D.B.A. A-GAS AMERICAS
30045 FM 2978
MAGNOLIA, TEXAS 77354
OWNER: JASON CRAWFORD, PRESIDENT

4. RTR SUPPLIERS, INC.
6124 HANGING MOSS ROAD, SUITE 360
ORLANDO, FL 32807
OWNER: RICHARD KOWALSKI, PRESIDENT

5. SOUTHEAST FLORIDA PARTS, INC.
D.B.A. JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
5620 N. W. 12TH AVENUE
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
OWNER: ORAL L. GOBLE, PRESIDENT

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $600,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $300,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-61 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-010-YWP \u2013 RELOCATION, ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF LOGISTICS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD bid No. ITB-15-010-YWP \u2013 RELOCATION, ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF LOGISTICS, to purchase, at firm unit prices, services to furnish the relocation, assembly, installation and set-up of existing offices, heavy machine shop equipment, commercial kitchen equipment, media centers, classroom furniture and specified fixtures and equipment, as required for Capital Improvements and various locations, during the term of the bid, effective, January 13, 2016, through January 12, 2018, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. BELTMANN RELOCATION GROUP
3039 NORTH ANDREWS AVENUE EXTENSION
POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA 33064
OWNER: STEVE BUNCH, COMMERCIAL RELOCATION CONSULTANT

ALTERNATE

1. MILLENNIUM RELOCATION SERVICES, INC.
9332 NW 101 STREET
MEDLEY, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER: JULIO MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT

2. VENTURE LOGISTICS, LLC.
11825 NW 100 ROAD SUITE 5
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33178
OWNER: JAVIER SALAZAR, PRESIDENT

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,300,000.00 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $433,300.00 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period.

F-62 AWARD ITB NO. ITB-15-019-AC- FIRE ALARM SERVICES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, AWARD Bid No. ITB-15-019-AC\u2013Fire Alarm Services, to provide all necessary labor, transportation, material and equipment to test, service, inspect, repair, and maintain the fire alarm systems, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of March 1, 2016, through February 28, 2019, including extensions thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

1. BASS FIRE & SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
300 GATEWAY DRIVE
POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA 33069
OWNER/OFFICER: BRAD HIGDON, PRESIDENT

Total Low: Groups 1, 2, 4, 5, 6 and 7 (See attached pricing table).

Group 1: Items 1 through 130 - Cerberus pyrotronics systems.

Group 2: Items 131 through 288 - Simplex Grinnell systems.

Group 4: Items 351 through 414 - Notifier systems.

Group 5: Items 415 through 454 - Faraday systems.

Group 6: Items 455 through 502 - Multiple system locations.

Group 7: Items 503 through 540 - Miscellaneous systems.

PRIMARY

2. ENGINEERING SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY, INC.
2400 WEST 84TH STREET, UNIT 9
HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33016
OWNER/OFFICER: ENRIQUE E. BORJA, VICE PRESIDENT

Total Low: Group 3 (See attached pricing table).

Group 3: Items 289 through 350 - Edwards Systems.

ALTERNATE

BASS FIRE & SECURITY SYSTEMS, INC.
300 GATEWAY DRIVE
POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA 33069
OWNER/OFFICER: BRAD HIGDON, PRESIDENT

Second Total Low Meeting Specifications Group 3 (See attached pricing table):

Group 3: Items 289 through 350 - Edwards Systems.

Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to a total estimated amount of $13,785,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $4,595,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension periods. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

F-63 REJECT ITB NO. 15-012-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PAVED PARKING FACILITIES

REJECT ITB NO. 15-018-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF FIENBERG FISHER K-8 PAVED PARKING FACILITIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. REJECT ITB NO. ITB-15-012-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PAVED PARKING FACILITIES, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications to allow for more vendor participation.

2. REJECT ITB NO. ITB-15-018-YWP \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF FIENBERG FISHER K-8 PAVED PARKING FACILITIES, to permit rebidding, using revised specifications to allow for more vendor participation.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve one (1) new application.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 0133, QUASI-JUDICIAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policy 0133, Quasi-Judicial.

G-4 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED NEW POLICY 2431.05, ATHLETIC TRAINERS, AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS, AND 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to promulgate new Policy 2431.05, Athletic Trainers, and amend Policies 5112, Entrance Requirements, and 5131, Student Transfers.

G-5 AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT TO RECOVER FUNDS IMPROPERLY BILLED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PROPERTY APPRAISER, TO INVALIDATE OUTSTANDING INVOICES FOR EXPENSES RELATED TO PROPERTY APPRAISER\u2019S VALUE ADJUSTMENT PROCESS, AND TO PROHIBIT FUTURE BILLING FOR RELATED EXPENSES OF THE PROPERTY APPRAISER

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the execution of the proposed Settlement Agreement between the School Board, Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser, providing for the payment in the amount of Four Million Four Hundred Thousand Dollars ($4,400,000) to be paid in installments as described herein to the School Board by Miami-Dade County.

G-6 APPROVAL OF FINAL CHANGE ORDER NO. 20 AND SETTLEMENT OF AGREEMENT WITH MUNILLA CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, D.B.A. MCM CORP., FOR SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS Associated with the new additions, renovations and historic restorations Project at MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NO. 00176800.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve final Change Order No. 20 on Project No. 00176800, Miami Senior High School, new additions, renovations and historical restoration project; and

2. authorize the Superintendent or his designee to approve and execute the Settlement Agreement with MCM Corp.

G-7 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. RICHTER FLAMBERT, DOAH Case No. 15-2800TTS2014-2015

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Richter Flambert, DOAH Case No. 15-2800TTS, upholding his thirty (30) day suspension, without pay, and placing him on probation for a period of one year.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE \u201c2016 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR\u201d ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2016

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting the College Fair and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in the \u201c2016 Miami National College Fair\u201d on Sunday, February 21, 2016.

H-7 METAL DETECTORS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to conduct a comprehensive review of existing security measures in place district-wide, examining the feasibility of incorporating the daily use of metal detectors in schools, and report back to the Board findings and
recommendations by the March 2016 Board Meeting.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JANUARY 25, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 23, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a target=\"_blank\">written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION CHAIRMAN ESTEBAN L. BOVO, JR. (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-001 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami-Dade County Commission Chairman Esteban L. Bovo, Jr.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-010 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FRANK C. MARTIN K8 CENTER AND MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL AS NATIONAL PTSA SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE AWARD RECIPIENTS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 17-010 of The School Board of Miami\u00adDade County, Florida, recognizing Frank C. Martin K-8 Center and Miami Palmetto Senior High School as PTA National Schools of Excellence.

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HOMESTEAD SENIOR HIGH (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 17-011 of The School Board of Miami\u00adDade County, Florida, recognizing the Diplomas Now program at Homestead Senior High School.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL DRAMA STUDENTS ALEX HIBBERT AND JADEN PINER AND THEIR DRAMA TEACHER TANISHA CIDEL, AS WELL AS, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ALUMNI BARRY JENKINS, TARELL ALVIN MCCRANEY AND ANDREW HEVIA FOR CREATING, PRODUCING AND APPEARING IN THE CRITICALLY-ACCLAIMED FILM MOONLIGHT (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-003 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami Norland Middle School Drama Students Alex Hibbert and Jaden Piner and their drama teacher Tanisha Cidel, as well as, Miami-Dade County Public Schools alumni Barry Jenkins, Tarell Alvin McCraney and Andrew Hevia for their roles in creating, producing and appearing in the film Moonlight.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI CAROL CITY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-004 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Miami Carol City Senior High School Football Team.

B-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-008 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GREENSPOON MARDER LAW FIRM (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-008 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida recognizing Greenspoon Marder.

B-10 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TERRY WRIGHT

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-002 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida recognizing Terry Wright.

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE ENGINEERING, ROBOTICS, ARCHITECTURE AND CONSTRUCTION PROGRAM AT MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MART A PEREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-005 of The School Board of Miami\u00adDade County, Florida, recognizing the Engineering, Robotics, Architecture and Construction Magnet Program at Miami Coral Park Senior High School.

B-12 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-0012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SOUTH FLORIDA DIGITAL ALLIANCE AND MR. JAMES E. OSTEEN, JR. (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-012 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing South Florida Digital Alliance and Mr. James E. Osteen, Jr.

B-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-006 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING RODOLFO DIAZ, 2018 FRANCISCO R. WALKER TEACHER OF THE YEAR FINALIST (CENTRAL REGION)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-006 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Rodolfo Diaz, 2018 Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year Finalist (Central Region).

B-14 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING MS. DAVALYN SUAREZ, 2018 CENTRAL REGION ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-007 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Davalyn Suarez, 2018 Central Region Rookie Teacher of the Year.

B-15 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COURTNEY EINHORN (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-009 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Courtney Einhorn.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Palm Springs Elementary School Chorus

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • December 6, 2016 and December 20, 2016
  • December 14, 2016 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2017 Posse Scholarship Recognition
  • Graduation Rates

A-2 REQUEST SUPPORT FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO RESEARCH STUDENT GROWTH MEASURE MODELS

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County provide support for the Superintendent to:

1) research student performance growth measure models from across the nation;

2) share research outcomes with the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards and seek joint agreement on best approach; and

3) Provide recommended legislative solutions that modify or replace the current Florida VAM model

A-3 CALLING ON SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS TO DEVELOP MORE RESPONSIBLE POLICIES TO COMBAT CYBER BULLYING, SWIFTER CONTENT REVIEW, INVESTMENT IN EDUCATION AND AWARENESS PROGRAMS RELATED TO BULLYING PREVENTION AND MENTAL HEAL TH SUPPORT (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve and endorse the Superintendent's call to social media platforms to develop more responsible policies to combat cyber bullying, swifter content review, and to engage in significant investments in education and awareness programs related to bullying prevention and mental health support.

A-4 AMEND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA'S STATE LEGISLATURE PROGRAM TO INCLUDE A REQUEST FOR AN INCREASE OF DISCRETIONARY LOTTERY FUNDS TO THE SUBSTANTIAL LEVELS THAT WERE ALLOCATED TO K-12 PRIOR TO THE GREAT RECESSION (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida amend its State Legislative Program to include a request for an increase of discretionary lottery funds to the substantial levels that were allocated to K-12 prior to the Great Recession.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2016-2017 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS (SIPs)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2016-2017 School Improvement Plans.

C-100 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: FINAL READING: POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt School Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan 2016-2017, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective January 25, 2017.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM NOVEMBER 25, 2016 THROUGH DECEMBER 15, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1091 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from November 25, 2016 through December 15, 2016.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective January 26, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION -SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: 1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Ms. Daisy Carlo, Part-Time Food Service Worker II, South Dade Middle School, suspension without pay for eighteen
(18)calendar days, effective January 26, 2017.
B)Ms. Ana L. Delgado, Food Service Manager Ill, Henry H. Filer Middle School, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective January 26, 2017.
C)Mr. Sebastian Sanchez, Teacher, Miami Jackson Senior High School, suspension without pay for ten ( 10) workdays, effective January 26, 2017.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:
A)Mr. Chevas V. Clements, Teacher, Homestead Middle School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective January 26, 2017.

D-65 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policy 9800, Charter Schools.

D-67 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CERTIFY THE 2017-2018 CLASS SIZE COMPLIANCE PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, certify the 2017-2018 Class Size Compliance Plan.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending November 2016.

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) NO. 16-014-AG, FIELD CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to issue Request for Proposals (RFP) # 16-014-AG, Field Case Management Services; and

2. approve the composition of the Ad-Hoc Committee.

E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE CONTRACT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI FOR SCHOOL BOARD BASED CLINIC SERVICES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the extension of the Contract with the University of Miami for School Board Based Clinic Services for two additional (1) one year periods, effective February 16, 2017, subject to mutual agreement between the Board and the University of Miami in order to fulfill the term of the initial agreement approved by the Board on February 15, 2012.

E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-022-AC \u2013 ROLL-OFF (OPEN TOP) WASTECONTAINER COLLECTION SERVICES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-022-AC \u2013 ROLL-OFF (OPEN TOP) WASTE CONTAINER COLLECTION SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, to provide roll-off (open top) waste container collection services, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of January 25, 2017, through January 24, 2020, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2)additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

a) GREAT WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES, LLC
3051 NW 129 STREET
OPA LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054
OWNER/OFFICER: CARLOS PICCINONNA, MANAGING MEMBER

Section I
Lowest amount per container delivery and pick up: Items 1, 3, 5 and 7.

Item 1 - Group 1 - 70 locations@ $274.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 3 - Group 2 - 54 locations @ $27 4.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 5 - Group 3 - 59 locations @ $27 4.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 7 - Group 4 - 54 locations@ $274.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.

b) PROGRESSIVE WASTE SOLUTIONS of FLORIDA DBA WASTE SOLUTIONS OF FLORIDA
3 WATERWAY SQUARE PLACE, SUITE 110
THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS 77380
OWNER: RONALD J. MITTELSTAEDT, PRESIDENT

Section I
Lowest amount per container per cubic yard per pick up: Items 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13 and 14.

Item 2 - Group 1 - 70 locations@ $325.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 4 - Group 2 - 54 locations@ $325.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 6 - Group 3 - 59 locations@ $325.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 8 - Group 4 - 54 locations@ $325.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 9 - Group 5 - 53 locations@ $295.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 10 - Group 5 - 53 locations @ $325.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 11 - Group 6 - 56 locations@ $295.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 12 - Group 6 - 56 locations@ $325.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 13 - Group 7 - 43 locations@ $295.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 14 - Group 7 - 43 locations @ $325.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.

Section lll:
Lowest amount per container per cubic yard per pick up: Items 1 and 2.

Item 1 - Construction Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined 389 locations @ $371.34 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.
Item 2 - Construction Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined 389 locations @ $401.34 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.

c) WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA
1001 FANNIN STREET
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77002
OWNER: TIMOTHY HAWKINS, PRESIDENT

Section II
Lowest amount per cubic yard per pick up: Items 17 through 18.

Item 17 - Asbestos Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined 389 locations @ $900.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.
Item 18 - Asbestos Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined 389 locations @ $1,200.00 30 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.

d) WORLD WASTE RECYCLING, INC.
4701 NW 35 AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142
OWNER: EILEEN DAMASO, VICE PRESIDENT

Section II
Lowest amount per cubic yard per pick up: Item 19.

Item 19 - Asbestos Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined, 389 locations@ $1400 per 40 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.

ALTERNATE

e) GREAT WASTE AND RECYCLING SERVICES, LLC
3051 NW 129 STREET
OPA LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054
OWNER/OFFICER: CARLOS PICCINONNA, MANAGING MEMBER

Section I
Second Lowest amount per container delivery and pick up: Items 2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12.

Item 2 - Group 1 - 70 locations@ $374.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 4 - Group 2 - 54 locations@$374.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 6 - Group 3 - 59 locations @$374.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 8 - Group 4 - 54 locations@ $374.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 9 - Group 5 - 53 locations@ $315.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 10 - Group 5 - 53 locations@$374.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 11 - Group 6 - 56 locations@ $315.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 12 - Group 6 - 56 locations@ $374.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.

Section Ill
Second Lowest amount per container per cubic yard per pick up: Items 1 and 2.

Item 1 - Construction Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined 389 locations @ $375.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.
Item 2 - Construction Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined 389 locations@ $525.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.

f) PROGRESSIVE WASTE SOLUTIONS of FLORIDA DBA WASTE SOLUTIONS OF FLORIDA
3 WATERWAY SQUARE PLACE, SUITE 110
THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS 77380
OWNER: RONALD J. MITTELSTAEDT, PRESIDENT

Section I
Second Lowest amount per container per cubic yard per pick up: Items i, 3, 5 and 7.

Item 1 - Group 1 - 70 locations @ $295.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 3 - Group 2 - 54 locations @ $295.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 5 - Group 3- 59 locations @ $295.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 7 - Group 4 - 54 locations @ $295.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.

g) WASTE MANAGEMENT INC. OF FLORIDA
1001 FANNIN STREET
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77002
OWNER: TIMOTHY HAWKINS, PRESIDENT

Section II
Second lowest amount per cubic yard per pick up: Item 19.

Item 19 - Asbestos Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined, 389 locations @ $1500 per 40 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.

h) WORLD WASTE RECYCLING, INC.
4701 NW 35 AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142
OWNER: EILEEN DAMASO, VICE PRESIDENT

Section I
Second Lowest amount per cubic yard per pick up: Items 13 and 14.

Item 13 - Group 7 - 43 locations @ $420.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.
Item 14 - Group 7 - 43 locations @ $575.00 per 30 cubic yard, volume delivery and pick up.

Section II
Second Lowest amount per cubic yard per pick up: Items 17 and 18.

Item 17 - Asbestos Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined 389 locations @ $1,400.00 per 20 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.
Item 18 - Asbestos Roll-Off: Groups 1 through 7 combined 389 locations @ $1,400.00 30 cubic yard, volume delivery per pick up.

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required of roll-off (open top) waste container collection services, for up to the total estimated amount of $1,050,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $350,000 for two (2) additional one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-202 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FORM AN EDUCATION COMPACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND MIAMI SHORES VILLAGE

RECOMMEND: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to form an Education Compact between Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Miami Shores Village.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE PURSUING A SALE TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (COUNTY) OF A VACANT SCHOOL BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT N.W. 136 AVENUE AND N.W. 12 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (PROPERTY), FOR PUBLIC PARK PURPOSES, AND AUTHORIZE THE DISTRICT TO OBTAIN APPRAISALS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ITS DISCUSSIONS WITH THE COUNTY IN THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE PROPERTY VALUE AND FORMULATION OF A SUBSEQUENT RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize pursuing a sale to Miami-Dade County (County) of a vacant School Board-owned property located at N.W. 136 Avenue and N.W. 12 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County (Property), for public park purposes, and authorize the District to obtain appraisals for the purpose of its discussions with the County in the establishment of a Property value and formulation of a subsequent recommendation to the Board.

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. CONDUCT NEGOTIATIONS WITH THE OMNI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA), TO PROVIDE A COLLABORATIVE FRAMEWORK UNDER WHICH THE FOLLOWING OUTCOMES MIGHT BE ACHIEVED:

a) BOARD TO MAKE AVAILABLE TO THE CRA UNDER MUTUALLY ACCEPTABLE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OFF-STREET PARKING ON BOARD-OWNED LOTS WITHIN THE CRA BOUNDARIES;

b) CRA TO PROVIDE FUNDING TO THE BOARD FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITY CAPACITY AMPLIFICATION TO SERVE THE DOWNTOWN MIAMI RESIDENTS; AND

c) CRA TO PROVIDE TAX INCENTIVES AND CREDITS FOR POTENTIAL DEVELOPMENT ON BOARD-OWNED PROPERTIES WITHIN THE OMNI CRA BOUNDARIES

2. BRING BACK TO THE BOARD A FOLLOW-UP ITEM WITH IMPLEMENTING RECOMMENDATIONS AND DOCUMENTS FOR FURTHER BOARD ACTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Conduct negotiations with the Omni Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), to provide a collaborative framework under which the following outcomes might be achieved:

a) Board to make available to the CRA under mutually acceptable terms and conditions off-street parking on Board-owned lots within the CRA boundaries;

b) CRA to provide funding to the Board for educational facility capacity amplification to serve the Downtown Miami residents; and

c) CRA to provide tax incentives and credits for potential development on Board-owned properties within the CRA boundaries.

2. Bring back to the Board a follow-up item with implementing recommendations and documents for further Board action.

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (revised)

1.PURSUE A PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD ("BOARD"), THE RELATED URBAN DEVELOPMENT GROUP ("DEVELOPER"), THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT ("COUNTY"), AND THE CITY OF MIAMI ("CITY"), TO PROVIDE A FRAMEWORK FOR DEVELOPMENT OF A FUTURE EDUCATIONAL FACILITY AT THE SITE OF THE AFFORDABLE AND WORKFORCE HOUSING PROJECT THE GALLERY AT WEST BRICKELL LOCATED AT THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF S.W. 2 AVENUE AND S.W. 10 STREET, AND UNDER WHICH THE FOLLOWING OUTCOMES WOULD BE ACHIEVED:

A.EDUCATIONAL FACILITY CAPACITY AMPLIFICATION TO SERVE THE BRICKELL AREA, GENERALLY SOUTH OF THE MIAMI RIVER;

B.USE OF THE SOUTHSIDE PARK FACILITIES BY STUDENTS ATTENDING DISTRICT SCHOOLS IN THE BRICKELL AREA; AND

C.AFFORDABLE AND WORKFORCE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES FOR DISTRICT EMPLOYEES AT THE GALLERY AT WEST BRICKELL

2.BRING BACK AN ITEM WITH FINAL RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD FOR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1.pursue a partnership \u00b7 between the School Board ("Board"), the Related Urban Development Group ("developer"), the Miami-Dade County Public Housing and Community Development Department ("County"), and the City of Miami ("City"), to provide a framework for development of a future educational facility at the site of the affordable and workforce housing project The Gallery at West Brickell located at the northwest corner of S.W. 2 Avenue and S.W. 10 Street, and under which the following outcomes would be achieved:

A.educational facility capacity amplification to serve the Brickell area, generally south of the Miami River;

B.use of the Southside Park facilities by students attending district schools in the Brickell area; and

C.affordable and workforce housing opportunities for district employees at The Gallery at West Brickell

2.bring back an item with final recommendations to the Board for approval

F-5 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO PURSUE THE DEVELOPMENT OF ADDITIONAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES ALIGNED WITH THE HIGH-END AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR, MAINTENANCE AND RESTORATION INDUSTRY THROUGH A POSSIBLE PARTNERSHIP WITH 13 PISTA, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED AUTOMOTIVE/HOTEL/BICYCLE TRAINING FACILITY COMPLEX TO BE LOCATED ON COUNTY-OWNED LAND, AT N.W. 47 AVENUE AND COUNTY LINE ROAD

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to pursue the development of additional educational opportunities aligned with the high-end automotive repair, maintenance and restoration industry through a possible partnership with 13 Pista, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, in connection with a proposed automotive/hotel/bicycle training facility complex to be located on County-owned land, at N.W. 47 Avenue and County Line Road.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF M. C. HARRY AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS THE ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR RENOVATIONS AT SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 8855 S.W. 50 TERRACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165, PROJECT NUMBER 01425600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Renovations at Southwest Miami Senior High School, located at 8855 S.W. 50 Terrace, Miami, Florida 33165, Project Number 001425600, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $657,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF OHL BUILDING, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR A RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL LOCATED AT 8855 S.W. 50 TERRACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165, PROJECT NUMBER 01425600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission OHL Building, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for a Renovations Project at Southwest Miami Senior High School at 8855 S.W. 50 Terrace, Miami, Florida 33165; Project Number 01425600, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $75,000 for Pre-Construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF LIVS ASSOCIATES AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION CLASSROOM ADDITION (REUSE OF GULFSTREAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ADDITION) AT CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 2121 N.W. 5 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33125, PROJECT NUMBER 01509200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LIVS Associates as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Exceptional Student Education Classroom Addition (Reuse of Gulfstream Elementary School Addition) at Citrus Grove Elementary School, 2121 N.W. 5 Street, Miami, Florida, 33125, Project Number 01509200, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $170,000 for A/E Reuse Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT LAKEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1290 N.W. 115 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33167; PROJECT NUMBER 01434500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Lakeview Elementary School, located at 1290 N.W. 115 Street, Miami, Florida 33167; Project Number 01434500, in the amount of $2,992,094.00, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $133,080.00.

F-42 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY (FORMERLY KNOWN AS NEW K-8 CENTER) PHASE 2A, LOCATED AT 13835 N.W. 97 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33018; PROJECT NUMBER 01439703

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for D. Stephenson Construction, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at West Lakes Preparatory Academy (formerly known as New K-8 Center) Phase 2A, located at 13835 N.W. 97 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018; Project Number 01439703, in the amount of $1,991,228.20 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $94,820.

F-43 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 3351 MATILDA STREET MIAMI, FLORIDA 33133; PROJECT NUMBER 01433000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract to Veitia Padron Incorporated, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Coconut Grove Elementary School, located at 3351 Matilda Street, Miami, Florida 33133; Project Number 01433000, in the amount of $2,663,660 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $126,879.

F-44 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITION PROJECT AT GULFSTREAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 20900 S.W. 97 AVENUE, CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA 33189; PROJECT NUMBER 01442700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Thornton Construction Company, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Gulfstream Elementary School, located at 20900 S.W. 97 Avenue, Cutler Bay, Florida, 33189; Project Number 01442700, in the amount of $3,427,235 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $97,350

F-45 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO GEC ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT TOUSSAINT L\u2019OUVERTURE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 120 N.E. 59 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137; PROJECT NUMBER 01435500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract to GEC Associates, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Toussaint L\u2019ouverture Elementary School, located at 120 N.E. 59 Street, Miami, Florida 33137; Project Number 01435500, in the amount of $2,664,353, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $124,865.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED NEW POLICY 6327, PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS AND UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS, AND CONFORMING AMENDMENTS TO BOARD BYLAW 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS; BOARD POLICIES 6320, PURCHASING; 6320.03, BIDS AND AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT PROCEDURES AND REGULATIONS; 6330, ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, AND INSPECTION SERVICES; AND 6325, CONE OF SILENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt new policy new Policy 6327, Public-Private Partnerships and Unsolicited Proposals, amendments to Board Bylaw 0166, Non-Public Meetings; Board Policies 6320, Purchasing, 6320.03, Bids and Award of Construction Contract Procedures and Regulations; 6330, Architectural, Engineering, Landscape Architectural, Land Surveying, Construction Management, Program Management, and Inspection Services, and 6325, Cone of Silence, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new and amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective January 25, 2017.

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 8475, CRIMINAL BACKGROUND SCREENING OF VENDORS, INDIVIDUALS, OR ENTITIES UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE SCHOOL BOARD; 7540.02, DISTRICT WEB PAGE; 7540.04, STAFF RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS, 7540.05, STAFF ELECTRONIC MAIL; BYLAWS 0167.1, USE OF ELECTRONIC MAIL; 0171 REVIEW OF POLICY (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board policies 8475, Criminal Background Screening of Vendors, Individuals, or Entities Under Contract with the
School Board; 7540.02, District Web Page; 7540.04, Staff Responsible Use of Technology, Social Media, and District Network Systems; 7540.05, Staff Electronic Mail; Bylaws 0167.1, Use of Electronic Mail; and 0171, Review of Policy.

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2215, PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION; 2260.01, SECTION 504 PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES; 5465, GENERAL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT (GED) TESTS; 8330, STUDENT RECORDS; AND TO PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 2370.01, VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board policies 2215, Program of Instruction; 2260.01, Section 504 Procedures for Students with Disabilities; 5465, General Education Development (GED) Tests; 8330, Student Records; and to promulgate new Policy 2370.01, Virtual Instruction.

G-4 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED PROMULGATION OF NEW POLICY 6605, CROWDFUNDING, AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS; 5830, STUDENT FUNDRAISING; 2430.01, SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS; 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS; 7540.03, STUDENT RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS; 8810, THE AMERICAN FLAG; AND 5771, SEARCH AND SEIZURE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to adopt new Policy 6605, Crowdfunding, and to amend Board Policies 9700, Relations with Special Interest Groups; 5830, Student Fundraising; 2430.01, School Volunteers; 2431, Interscholastic Athletics; 7540.03, Student Responsible Use of Technology, Social Media, and District Network Systems; 8810, The American Flag; and 5771, Search and Seizure.

G-5 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD AND REQUEST TO EMPLOY ADDITIONAL ATTORNEY (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(1) accept the January 2017 Report of the School Board Attorney; and

(2) approve Michele L. Jones' employment contract for an Assistant School Board Attorney \u2013 General Litigation I.

G-6 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. RICHTER FLAMBERT - DOAH CASE NO. 16-2679TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Richter Flambert, DOAH Case No. 16-2679TTS, thereby dismissing the charges against Respondent and reinstating Respondent\u2019s employment as a teacher, and award Respondent back pay for the period of his suspension.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2017 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2017 as Arts in Our Schools Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-5 SUPPORT FOR REASONABLE IMMIGRATION RELIEF FOR UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS WHO HAVE GROWN UP IN THE UNITED STATES (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: authorize the Superintendent to engage in dialogue with the new federal administration in support of reasonable immigration relief for undocumented students who have grown up in the United States, have good moral character, and are enlisted in the military or pursuing a college education.

H-6 FEBRUARY 2017 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize February 2017 as National Black History Month and join in promoting National Black History Month in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-7 REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO RECOGNIZE SEPTEMBER 2017 AS GUN VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize September 2017 as Gun Violence Awareness Month.

H-8 TRANSPORTATION SAFETY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to conduct a feasibility study to consider the:

1. implementation of a student bus boarding and exiting tracking system featuring real time reporting to District and parents/guardians on all current M-DCPS GPS monitored busses; and

2. feasibility of installing GPS monitoring systems and student tracking systems on all remaining currently non-monitored M-DCPS busses and all future purchased busses; and

3. exploration of pilot programs featuring the trial of aforementioned systems and report back by the March 2017 School Board Meeting.

H-9 RECRUITING AND RETAINING TEMPORARY INSTRUCTORS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to provide a status report about the District\u2019s plan to recruit and retain temporary instructors by the March 15, 2017, School Board Meeting.

H-13 REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO RECOGNIZE FEBRUARY 2017 AS CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize February 2017 as Career And Technical Education Month.

H-14 AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7250 \u2013 COMMEMORATION OF SCHOOL FACILITIES (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend School Board Policy 7250 for non-school site district facilities and/or offices and direct the Superintendent to establish a process for the naming/renaming of non-school site district facilities and/or district irrespective of the facilities\u2019 voting district location.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

FEBRUARY 15, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, HONORING ZOE\u2019S DOLLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-015 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Zoe\u2019s Dolls.

B-4 REQUEST FOR THE APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, DESIGNATING MARCH 2017 AS WOMEN\u2019S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 17-013 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida designating March 2017 as Women\u2019s History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES MAYOR MANNY CID (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-014 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Town of Miami Lakes Mayor Manny Cid.

B-6 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2016 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2016 WalkSafe Statewide Poster Contest.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-017 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING UPPAC (UNREPRESENTED PEOPLE\u2019S POSITIVE ACTION COUNCIL)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-017 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing UPPAC (Unrepresented People\u2019s Positive Action Council).

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CHARLENE BURKS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-020 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Charlene Burks.

B-10 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING A SAFE HAVEN FOR NEWBORNS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-016 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing A Safe Haven for Newborns.

B-11 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-019 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SABRINA COHEN AND THE SABRINA COHEN FOUNDATION (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-019 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Sabrina Cohen and the Sabrina Cohen Foundation.

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CUTLER BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT NOAH LAFLEUR (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 17-021 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing student and Cutler Bay resident Noah LaFleur.

B-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, COMMENDING CORAL GABLES PREPARATORY ACADEMY AND THE CORAL GABLES PREPARATORY ACADEMY PTSA FOR BEING RECOGNIZED AS A NATIONAL PTA\u00ae SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 17-018 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commending Coral Gables Preparatory Academy and the Coral Gables Preparatory PTSA for being recognized as a National PTA\u00ae School of Excellence.

B-14 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING MS. MARTHA CHANG, 2017 CENTRAL REGION PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-023 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Martha C. Chang, 2017 Central Region Principal of the Year.

B-15 ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2, 2017 AS READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2, 2017 as Read Across America Day.

B-16 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING VINELAND K-8 CENTER STUDENT CHRISTOPHER RAMOS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 17-022 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Christopher, Paul Michael, and Ryan Ramos.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer Theatre Group
  • Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts Chorus

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • January 26, 2017
  • January 25, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Advanced Placement Update
  • Career and Technical Programs\u2019 Report
  • 2016-2017 Paraprofessional/School Support Personnel of the Year
  • 2016-2017 Office Employee of the Year

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM DECEMBER 16, 2016 THROUGH JANUARY 26, 2017

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM OCTOBER 15, 2016 THROUGH FEBRUARY 10, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. The Personnel Action Listing 1092 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from December 16, 2016 through January 26, 2017.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from October 15, 2016 through February 10, 2017.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective February 16, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

D-22 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE 2017 GLAZER AND LORTON WRITING INSTITUTE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $75,000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into a contractual agreement with the University of Miami for the delivery of the 2017 Glazer and Lorton Writing Institute in an amount not to exceed $75,000.

D-55 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Ms. Olive D. Anderson, Teacher, Gratigny Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective February 16, 2017.
B)Mr. Edward J. Doskow, Teacher, Miami Southridge Senior High School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective February 16, 2017.
C)Ms. Penelope A. Taylor, Teacher, Henry E.S. Reeves Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty-five
(25)workdays, effective February 16, 2017.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending December 2016.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, AND DECEMBER 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions containing 1,507 items with a depreciated cost of $211,349 and recoveries containing 78 items with a depreciated cost of $29,395 to update the records for October, November and December 2016.

E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2016-17 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2016-17 General Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by ($58,956,416); and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the Agenda Item)

E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2016‑17 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2016-17 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review, accepting donations, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $30,904,832 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 6 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No.1, FY 2016-17 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review.

E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2016-17 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS Mid-Year BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2016-17 Debt Service Funds Mid-Year Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $53,644,349.

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2016-17 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2016-17 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $32,305,402 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2016-17 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2016-17 Internal Service Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues net position and expenses by $16,602,500; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-46 REPORT OF SCHOOL BOARD AUCTION (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the report of the July, 2016 auction surplus/obsolete vehicles results.

E-66 RENEWAL OF DISTRICT\u2019S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize staff to enter into negotiations through its broker and secure and bind $250M in coverage limits, with annual premiums for all property insurance premiums and associated fees not to exceed $19 million, inclusive of the second year renewal of the STORM Parametric Property Insurance Policy and excluding 2016-2017 MYSIP NCB reimbursements/ premium credits and state required surcharges and assessments, effective May 1, 2017, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District\u2019s property insurance budget, with a full report including confirmation of coverages, carriers, deductibles, costs and terms to be submitted to the Board its meeting of May 24, 2017;

2. authorize staff to secure and bind terrorism coverage, through its broker in the amount of $50M property damage $10M bodily injury, effective May 1, 2017 with an annual premium not to exceed $100,000, including state fees, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District\u2019s property insurance budget; and

3. authorize renewal of flood insurance coverage, through its broker with the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP), for all properties required by the Federal Government to be covered with estimated premiums not to exceed $2.5 million for coverages effective for the 12-month period of May 1, 2017 to April 30, 2018.

E-68 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-008-AG - WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION CLAIMS SERVICES: SURVEILLANCE AND INVESTIGATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Reject Request for Proposals No. RFP-16-008-AG - Workers\u2019 Compensation Claims Services: Surveillance and Investigation to permit rebidding.

E-69 SUPPORT THE SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S LOSS PREVENTION INITIATIVE TO REDUCE THE FREQUENCY AND SEVERITY OF WORKPLACE INJURIES, REDUCE WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION COSTS AND INSTITUTE A CULTURE OF SAFETY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support the Superintendent\u2019s loss prevention initiative to reduce the frequency and severity of workplace injuries, reduce workers\u2019 compensation costs and institute a culture of safety.

E-70 SUPPORT THE SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INITIATIVE TO INCREASE EMPLOYEE AWARENESS AND ACCESS TO HIGH QUALITY HEALTHCARE AT AFFORDABLE PRICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support the Superintendent\u2019s initiative to create employee awareness and access to high quality healthcare at affordable prices.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI DADE COUNTY (COUNTY) TO EXTEND THE TERM FROM AUGUST 31, 2017 THROUGH AUGUST 30, 2022, FOR CONTINUED USE OF THE KENDALL COMPLEX CAFETERIA BUILDING, LOCATED AT 8500 S.W. 107 AVE, #61, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33173, AND TO REFLECT ITS CURRENT USE BY THE DISTRICT FOR TRAINING OF GROUNDS MAINTENANCE AND CUSTODIAL STAFF, AND BY THE DEPARTMENT OF SAFETY/EMERGENCY OPERATIONS FOR STOCKPILING OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and the Miami Dade County (County) to extend the term from August 31, 2017 through August 30, 2022, for continued use of the Kendall Complex Cafeteria Building, located at 8500 S.W. 107 Avenue, #61, Miami, Florida 33173, and to reflect its current use by the District for training of Grounds Maintenance and Custodial staff, and by the Department of Safety/Emergency Operations for stockpiling of emergency management equipment and supplies.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF LAURA M. PEREZ AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD TO PROVIDE PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAMMING AND MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED BUILDING 01 REPLACEMENT AND RENOVATIONS AT COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2420 N.W. 18 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142, PROJECT NUMBER 01433100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record to provide Part 1 services (programming and master plan) for Building 01 Replacement and Renovations at Comstock Elementary School, located at 2420 N.W. 18 Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33142, Project Number 01433100, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $32,500 for Part 1; and

2) Supporting Services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF T&G CORPORATION (DBA T&G CONSTRUCTORS) AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED BUILDING 01 REPLACEMENT AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2420 N.W. 18 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142; PROJECT NUMBER 01433100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission T&G Constructors (dba T&G Corporation), as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligated Bond Funded Building 01 Replacement and Renovations Project at Comstock Elementary School, located at 2420 N.W. 18 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33142; Project Number 01433100, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $74,614 for Pre-Construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF M. C. HARRY AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD TO PROVIDE PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAMMING AND MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS, AT CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 450 BIRD ROAD, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33146, PROJECT NUMBER 01433200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M. C. Harry and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record to provide Part 1 Services (programming and master plan) for Renovations at Coral Gables Senior High School, located at 450 Bird Road, Coral Gables, Florida 33146, Project Number 01433200, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $27,000 for Part 1; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF OHL BUILDING, INC. AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 450 BIRD ROAD, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33146; PROJECT NUMBER 01433200 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission OHL Building, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations Project at Coral Gables Senior High School, located at 450 Bird Road, Miami, Florida 33146; Project Number 01433200, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $69,250 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-30 COMMISSIONING OF KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD FOR RENOVATIONS AND NEW ADDITION AT DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 2450 N.W. 84 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147, PROJECT NUMBER 01443200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission KVH Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Renovations and New Addition at Dr. Henry W. Mack/West Little River K-8 Center, located at 2450 N.W. 84 Street, Miami, Florida 33147, Project Number 01433200, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $520,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-31 COMMISSIONING OF UNITECH BUILDERS CORP., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW ADDITION PROJECT AT DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 2450 N.W. 84 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147; PROJECT NUMBER 01443200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Unitech Builders Corp., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations and New Addition Project at Dr. Henry W. Mack/West Little River K-8 Center, located at 2450 N.W. 84 Street, Miami, Florida 33147; Project Number 01443200, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $61,000 for Pre-Construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW ADDITION, RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT ARCOLA LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1037 N.W. 81 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33150; PROJECT NUMBER 01432500 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Thornton Construction Company, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded new addition, renovations and repairs project at Arcola Lake Elementary School, located at 1037 N.W. 81 Street; Miami, Florida 33150; Project Number 01432500; in the amount of $3,343,811, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $142,684.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD PROMOTE MARCH 2017 AS FLORIDA BIKE MONTH, ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY FESTIVITIES, AND RECOGNIZE THE BIKESAFE PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, promote March 2017 as Florida Bike Month, encourage participation in the National Bike to School Day festivities, and recognize the BikeSafe Program for its efforts in improving bicycle safety at middle schools.

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD JOIN IN PROMOTING APRIL22, 2017, AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY: PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting April 22, 2017, as Earth Day and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in this celebration.

H-5 COMPUTER-RELATED INFRACTIONS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to review and propose any recommendations for appropriate revisions to the Code of Student Conduct and existing Schools Board Policies reference computer-related infractions.

H-6 ENHANCEMENTS TO NETWORK SECURITY SYSTEMS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, provide support for the Superintendent to explore the feasibility and associated costs of enhancing M-DCPS\u2019 data security and privacy measures to further protect our systems and our staff and student data.

H-7 STUDENT BEHAVIOR: OUT-OF-SCHOOL SUSPENSIONS AND STUDENT SUCCESS CENTERS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, directs the Superintendent to:

1. Provide an update to the Board on the implementation of Student Success Centers including measurable impact outcomes and financial and human resources allocated; and

2. Establish a Task Force comprised of principals, teachers, counselors, students, and parents, to provide feedback on implementation and recommendations for improvement; and

3. Ensure alignment of District practice of elimination of out-of-school suspensions to the Board Policies governing student discipline; and

4. Ensure alignment of Board Policy regarding student discipline with subsequent contracts negotiated with UTD and any related bargaining units; and

5. Present a status update at the Board Meeting of May 24, 2017.

H-8 DISTRICTWIDE SAFETY AND SECURITY COMMITTEE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to provide a status report with recommendations to formalize a Districtwide Safety and Security Committee by the April 5, 2017, School Board meeting.

H-9 BODY-WORN CAMERAS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to conduct a feasibility study to consider the:

1. implementation of police body-worn cameras for M-DSPD; and
2. exploration of implementing a pilot program for the 2017-2018 school year, providing a report by the May 24, 2017 School Board Meeting.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

FEBRUARY 12, 2020 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

MARCH 15, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 13, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-032 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ANNIE FARRELL, OF CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL WINNER OF THE PRUDENTIAL FINANCIAL 2017 SPIRIT OF COMMUNITY AWARD

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-032 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Annie Farrell, of Coral Gables Senior High School, Florida high school winner of the Prudential Financial 2017 Spirit of Community Award.

B-5 REQUEST FOR THE APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-027 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, HONORING ST. ARTHUR\u2019S LODGE #488 (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-027 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida honoring St. Arthur\u2019s Lodge #488.

B-6 REQUEST THE APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-028 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, HONORING THE 90TH ANNIVERSARY OF BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (revised)

PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 17-028 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida honoring the 90th anniversary of Booker T. Washington Senior High School.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. PABLO G. ORTIZ (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No., 17-033 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Pablo G. Ortiz.

B-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING APRIL 2017 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-024 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming April 2017 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-029 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE EDGE FOUNDATION (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-029 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The EDGE Foundation for their efforts and advocacy on behalf of women, children and families.

B-11 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2017 WILSON SCHOLARS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-025 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Class of 2017 Wilson Scholars.

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-031 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKERS AND MARCH AS NATIONAL SOCIAL WORKERS MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-031 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing School Social Workers and March as National Social Workers Month.

B-13 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. ROY RIPAK (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-030 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Roy Ripak for his outstanding contributions to community well-being.

B-14 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-026 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE APRIL 24 THROUGH APRIL 28, 2017 INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, APRIL 24, 2017, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY\u2019S PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-026 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust to be April 24 through April 28, 2017 including the Day of Remembrance known as Yom Hashoah, April 24, 2017, to be observed in all of Miami-Dade County\u2019s public schools.

B-15 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. LILLIAN RIVERA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-036 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Lillian Rivera.

B-16 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BETTY FONSECA, OF SOUTH MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, NATIONAL FINALIST IN THE 2017 DOODLE 4 GOOGLE CONTEST

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution recognizing Betty Fonseca, of South Miami Senior High School, national finalist in the 2017 Doodle 4 Google contest.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Charles R. Drew K-8 Center Drumline

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • February 2 and March 2, 2017

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • February 15, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)
  • 2016-2017 Office Employee of the Year
  • 2016-2017 Paraprofessional/School Support Personnel of the Year
  • Digital Citizenship Video Contest
  • Career and Technical Programs\u2019 Report
  • 2017 Magnet Schools of America Recognition

A-2 EXPLORE THE CREATION OF STUDENT TRAUMA SUPPORT MECHANISMS TO PROVIDE THERAPEUTIC AND COUNSELING SERVICES TO STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE OR WHO HAVE BEEN WITNESSES TO VIOLENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Superintendent\u2019s exploration of the establishment of student trauma support mechanisms to provide therapeutic and counseling services to students who have been victims of violence or who have been witnesses to violence.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM JANUARY 27, 2017 THROUGH FEBRUARY 16, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1093 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from January 27, 2017 through February 16, 2017.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective March 16, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION- SUSPENSION WITHOUT PAY
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for:

1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:
A)Mr. Marco A. Aguero, Teacher, Greynolds Park Elementary School, suspension without pay for five (5) workdays, effective March 16, 2017.
B)Mr. David A. Dooley, Custodian, Dr. Rolando Espinosa K-8 Center, suspension without pay for seven (7) calendar days, effective March 16, 2017
C)Ms. Karmen Duran, Teacher, South Dade Senior High School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) workdays, effective March 16, 2017.
D)Mr. Bernard Hope, Custodian, Robert Morgan Educational Center and Technical College, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective March 16, 2017.
E)Mr. Ryan S. Raposo, Teacher, John A. Ferguson Senior High School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays,
effective March 16, 2017.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:
A)Mr. Rodolfo Leal, Teacher, Aventura Waterways K-8 Center, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal
proceedings, effective March 16, 2017.
B)Dr. Elton L. Lewis, Teacher, Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective March 16, 2017.

D-67 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AND TWO AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. approve one (1) charter school contract for Advanced Learning Charter School, Inc., d/b/a HIVE Preparatory Academy-Riverside for a five (5) year term, commencing with the 2018-2019 school year (2016 and 2017 as planning years) and ending on June 30, 2021; and,

B. approve two (2) amended charter school contracts for:

1. United Cerebral Palsy of South Florida Charter School, Inc. d/b/a Early Beginnings Academy (MSID 4070) to add United Community Options of South Florida Charter Schools as a d/b/a to the legal entity name of United Cerebral Palsy of South Florida Charter School, Inc.; and,

2. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep Academy of Greater Miami (MSID 2013) to (i) add a location at 18801 NE 22 Ave., Miami, FL 33180 (Folio No. 30-2003-000-0170), for one (1) year commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2018; (ii) include language pertaining to private school prohibitions in the following sections: good cause, enrollment and employment; (iii) increase enrollment capacity from 550 students to 850 students for the 2017-2018 school year only; (iv) require payment of an administrative fee for the second campus to account for additional district oversight and monitoring; and, (v) require each campus to maintain documentation of daily attendance.

C. approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-68 PROPOSED NAMING OF NEW K-8 SCHOOL LOCATED AT N.W. 90 STREET AND N.W. 114 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33178; PROJECT NUMBER 014393900 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

1. approve the naming of the New K-8 School located at N.W. 90 Street and N.W. 114 Avenue (Project 01439300), located in the Central Region, Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy.

D-70 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trip to: Florence, Rome and Venice, Italy for the students at North Miami Beach Senior High School.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending January 2017.

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 57 OF 126 CHARTER SCHOOLS AND THREE COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 57 of 126 Charter Schools And Three Community Based Organizations Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2016.

E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF YEAR END INVENTORIES \u2013 JUNE 30, 2016 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Year End Inventories \u2013 June 30, 2016

E-89 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF ESE & RISK BENEFITS (IDEA & HIPAA) COMPLIANCE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of ESE & Risk Benefits (IDEA & HIPAA) Compliance

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-026-AC \u2013 HEALTHY VENDING PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-026-AC - HEALTHY VENDING PROGRAM, to establish a revenue generating contract, to provide healthy snack and beverage vending machines, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, at school sites and at designated non-school site locations, during the term of the bid, effective April 1, 2017 through March 31, 2019, as follows:

PRIMARY

a. BETTOLI TRADING CORPORATION
D.B.A. BETTOLI VENDING
6095 N.W. 167th STREET, UNIT D-4
HIALEAH, FL 33015
OWNER: MAURIZIO BETTOLI, PRESIDENT

b. RIGHT CHOICE VENDING/COFFEE, LLC
1440 SW 31ST STREET
POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA 33069
OWNER/OFFICER: NICHOLAS DEPASQUALE, AUTHORIZED MEMBER

ALTERNATE

c. BETTOLI TRADING CORPORATION
D.B.A. BETTOLI VENDING
6095 N.W. 167th STREET, UNIT D-4
HIALEAH, FL 33015
OWNER: MAURIZIO BETTOLI, PRESIDENT

d. RIGHT CHOICE VENDING /COFFEE, LLC
1440 SW 31ST STREET
POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA 33069
OWNER/OFFICER: NICHOLAS DEPASQUALE, AUTHORIZED MEMBER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to the vendors offering the highest student access and non-student access, as may be required of healthy vending services, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s).

E-144 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-090-DW \u2013 IT HARDWAREEQUIPMENT, ACCESSORIES, PERIPHERALS & INSTALLATION SERVICE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-090-DW \u2013 It Hardware Equipment, Accessories, Peripherals & Installation Service, to permit rebidding.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR FOUR PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept two grant awards and two donations for four programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education for funding under The Florida Best and Brightest Teacher Scholarship Program, in the approximate amount of $1,513,354, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

b. Florida Department of Education for funding under the Students Attired for Education (SAFE) Act Incentive Fund, in the approximate amount of $2,082,890, for the grant period of July 1, 2016, through June 30, 2017;

c. Sunset Elementary Parent Teacher Association for funding under the Sunset Elementary School Physical Education Playfield Program, in the approximate amount of $100,000, for the period of January 1, 2017, through December 31, 2017; and

d. Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) Florida Foundation at the Miami Foundation for funding under the Sunset Elementary School Physical Education Playfield Program, in the approximate amount of $100,000, for the period of January 1, 2017, through December 31, 2017.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the Florida Department of Education;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) BY AND AMONG CENTURY HOMEBUILDERS GROUP, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 122-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT S.W. 92 AVENUE AND S.W. 4 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS;

2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) by and among Century Homebuilders Group, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (\u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with construction of a new 122-unit residential development, located at S.W. 92 Avenue and S.W. 4 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County And Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG ANGELICA BROWN, A SINGLE WOMAN AND ORLANDO FERNANDEZ, A SINGLE MAN (COLLECTIVELY, THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 20-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT S.W. 224 STREET AND S.W. 125 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; AND

2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among Angelica Brown, a single woman and Orlando Fernandez, a single man (collectively, the \u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 20-unit residential development located at S.W. 224 Street and S.W. 125 Avenue, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, as provided under the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County And Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED, PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAMMING AND MASTER PLAN), FOR RENOVATIONS AND P.E. SHELTER REPLACEMENT (PHASE I) AT M. A. MILAM K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 6020 W. 16 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012, PROJECT NUMBER 01423600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record to provide Part 1 Services (programming and master plan) for Renovations and P.E. Shelter Replacement (Phase I) at M. A. Milam K-8 Center, located at 6020 W. 16 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project Number 01423600, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $19,000 for Part 1 services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND P.E. SHELTER REPLACEMENT PROJECT (PHASE I) AT M. A. MILAM K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 6020 W. 16 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012, PROJECT NUMBER 01423600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.A.C. Construction, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations and P. E. Shelter Replacement Project (Phase I) at M. A. Milam K-8 Center, located at 6020 W. 16 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project Number 01423600, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $37,000 for CMR Pre-Construction Services and; and

2) Project scope, support fee of $4,100 during programming, and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 1. COMMISSIONING OF HKS ARCHITECTS, INC. AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR A NEW SMALL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PROTOTYPE (PART 1 SERVICES) FOR MARINE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (MAST) AT FIU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS (PHASE I), PROJECT NUMBER 01654500; AND

2. AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A SITE ACCESS AGREEMENT WITH FIU TO PROVIDE FOR THE BOARD, ITS AGENTS, EMPLOYEES AND REPRESENTATIVES, TO ACCESS DESIGNATED PORTIONS OF THE FIU BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 3000 N.E. 151 STREET, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, TO CONDUCT DUE DILIGENCE ACTIVITIES RELATED TO THE PROJECT

RECOMMENDED: 1. That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission HKS Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record to provide Part 1 Services (programming and master plan) for new Small Senior High School Prototype (Part 1 Services) for Marine Academy of Science and Technology (MAST) at FIU Senior High School Biscayne Bay Campus, located in North Miami, Florida 33181, Project Number 01654500, as follows:

a) a lump sum fee of $24,000 for Part 1; and

b) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

2. Authorize the superintendent to execute a site access agreement with FIU to provide for the Board, its agents, employees and representatives to access designated portions of the FIU Biscayne Bay Campus, located at 3000 N.E. 151 street, North Miami, Florida, to conduct due diligence activities related to the project.

F-29 1. AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE AGREEMENT WITH DESIGN2FORM, L.L.C., AS AN ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT, SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1,000,000 EACH, BY ADDING BASULTO & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS AN ADDITIONAL MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR THE REMAINING TERM OF THE AGREEMENT

2. AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE AGREEMENT WITH SCHINDLER ARCHITECTS, INC., AS AN ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT, MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $200,000 EACH, TO REPLACE THE RC GROUP, INC., WITH LOUIS J. AGUIRRE & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR THE REMAINING TERM OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize an amendment to the Agreement with Design2Form, L.L.C., as an Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant, Small Business Enterprise, for Miscellaneous Projects up to $1,000,000 each, by adding Basulto & Associates, Inc., as an additional Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Sub-consultant, for the remaining term of the Agreement and with all other terms and conditions of the Agreement to remain unchanged

2. authorize an amendment to the Agreement with Schindler Architects, Inc., as an Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant, Micro Business Enterprise, for Miscellaneous Projects up to $200,000 each, to replace The RC Group, Inc., with Louis J. Aguirre & Associates, Inc., as Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Sub-consultant, for the remaining term of the Agreement, and with all other terms and conditions of the Agreement to remain unchanged.

F-31 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE AGREEMENT WITH PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC., FOR GEOTECHNICAL, MATERIALS TESTING AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SERVICES, TO REPLACE THE PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLE TO THE BOARD FOR THE REMAINING TERM OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to the Agreement with Professional Service Industries, Inc., for Geotechnical, Materials Testing and Environmental Assessment Services, to replace John Pulsifer the Principal in Article II, paragraph B of the Agreement with Juan D Villegas responsible to the Board for the remaining term of the Agreement. All other terms and conditions of the Agreement will remain unchanged.

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order No. 3 on Project Number 01329500, General Obligation Bond funded school replacement, Bunche Park Elementary for an additional cost of $39,535.71

B-2. Change Order No. 5 on Project Number 01138500, General Obligation Bond funded school replacement, Frederick Douglass Elementary for an additional cost of $41,578.82

B-3. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 4 on Project Number A01018, State School "LLL" school replacement, for a credit of $438,019.62

B-4. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01439300, General Obligation Bond funded, New K-8 Center in Doral (Phase 1) for an additional cost of $68,392.17

F-49 AWARD TO MEXAL CORPORATION. (withdrawn)
JOB ORDER FOR ALL REGIONS OF THE M-DCPS MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
CONTRACT # JOC17O-A1

AWARD TO UNITECH BUILDERS CORPORATION
JOB ORDER FOR ALL REGIONS OF THE M-DCPS MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
CONTRACT # JOC17O-A1

AWARD TO GEC ASSOCIATES, INC.
JOB ORDER FOR ALL REGIONS OF THE M-DCPS MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
CONTRACT # JOC17O-A2

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award for Facilities Operations, Maintenance, on the basis of the weighted factor to the low bidders as follows:

Contract/Project No. JOC17O-A1 on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.8000 to the low bidder:

Mexal Corporation
7424 SW 48th Street
Miami, FL 33155

Contract/Project No. JOC17O-A1 on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.8112 to the low bidder:

Unitech Builders Corporation
16115 SW 117th Avenue, Suite 23
Miami, FL 33177

Contract/Project No. JOC17O-A2 on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.8049 to the low bidder:

GEC Associates, Inc.
9487 NW 12th Street
Miami, FL 33172

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve the five (5) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year

2. Approve the Single Bid Limit increase for Team Contracting, Inc. from $3,923,441 to $12,000,000

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 8475, CRIMINAL BACKGROUND SCREENING OF VENDORS, INDIVIDUALS, OR ENTITIES UNDER CONTRACT WITH THE SCHOOL BOARD; 7540.02, DISTRICT WEB PAGE; 7540.04, STAFF RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS, 7540.05, STAFF ELECTRONIC MAIL; BYLAWS 0167.1, USE OF ELECTRONIC MAIL; AND 0171 REVIEW OF POLICY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board policies 8475, Criminal Background Screening of Vendors, Individuals, or Entities Under Contract with the School Board; 7540.02, District Web Page; 7540.04, Staff Responsible Use of Technology, Social Media, and District Network Systems; 7540.05, Staff Electronic Mail; Bylaws 0167.1; Use of Electronic Mail; and 0171, Review of Policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 15, 2017.

G-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2215, PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION; 2260.01, SECTION 504 PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES; 5465, GENERAL EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT (GED) TESTS; 8330, STUDENT RECORDS; AND TO PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 2370.01, VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board policies 2215, Program of Instruction; 2260.01, Section 504 Procedures for Students with Disabilities; 5465, General Education Development (GED) Tests; 8330, Student Records; and new Policy 2370.01, Virtual Instruction, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new and amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 15, 2017.

G-3 FINAL READING: PROPOSED PROMULGATION OF NEW POLICY 6605, CROWDFUNDING, AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS; 5830, STUDENT FUNDRAISING; 2430.01, SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS; 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS; 7540.03, STUDENT RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS; 8810, THE AMERICAN FLAG; AND 5771, SEARCH AND SEIZURE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt new Policy 6605, Crowdfunding, and the amendments to Board Policies 9700, Relations with Special Interest Groups; 5830, Student Fundraising; 2430.01, School Volunteers; 2431, Interscholastic Athletics; 7540.03, Student Responsible Use of Technology, Social Media, and District Network Systems; 8810, The American Flag; and 5771, Search and Seizure, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new and amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 15, 2017.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 SUPPORT FOR TEACHER RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION INITIATIVES

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. reaffirm its support of teacher recruitment and retention initiatives as outlined in the 2017 State Legislative Package, the 2017 Florida Governor\u2019s Recommended Budget, and the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Item A-2, Board meeting of January 25, 2017; and

2. direct the Superintendent to develop and present recommendations to the Board on ways to improve teacher recruitment and retention no later than May 31, 2017.

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 23-29, 2017 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRIL26, 2017 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of April 23-29, 2017 as Administrative Professionals Week and April 26, 2017 as Administrative Professionals Day.

H-5 REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO RECOGNIZE APRIL 2017 AS NATIONAL AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize April 2017 as National Autism Awareness Month.

H-6 BOARD CHAIR APPOINTMENTS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking to incorporate a process in Bylaw 0153 in which the Board Clerk would maintain an accessible list of the Board Chair\u2019s appointments.

H-7 CONTINUED ADVOCACY AND PROTECTIONS FOR UNDOCUMENTED IMMIGRANT STUDENTS FROM FEDERAL IMMIGRATION AUTHORITIES AND OTHER LAW ENFORCEMENT AUTHORITIES ON SCHOOL GROUNDS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida reaffirm the Board\u2019s and Superintendent\u2019s work over the last several years, advocating for the rights of undocumented students and their families and request that the Superintendent, with the assistance of the School Board Attorney:

1. continue to ensure that the District and all school sites are safe havens for all students, particularly undocumented children, whose immigration status or that of their parents\u2019 makes them uniquely vulnerable, and

2. review current local, state, and federal policies and protocols pertaining to immigration and law enforcement authorities on school grounds to ascertain what additional actions, if any, the District may advocate for at all levels of government to safeguard undocumented immigrant students\u2019 right to a free public education, and

3. continue to distribute guidelines to parents, students, and employees, by appropriate means of communication, and

4. collaborate with community organizations on joint advocacy efforts.

H-8 PURPOSE OF THE ETHICS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, engage the assistance of the Ethics Advisory Committee if necessary and warranted.

H-9 INTERACTIVE WHITEBOARD (IWB) TECHNOLOGY (revised 3)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, requests that the Superintendent:

1. explore and identify strategies for expediting the repair or replacement process of non-functioning interactive whiteboard systems; and,

2. report back to the School Board on or before the July 2017 School Board meeting any recommendations, which may include guidelines of a cost analysis regarding repairs versus replacing interactive whiteboards, and a maximum amount of time teachers should be without the use of interactive boards in their classroom.

H-10 IMMIGRATION AND REFUGEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend its 2017 State Legislative Platform to specifically oppose any legislation that eliminates funding that allows M-DCPS to assist refugee and immigrant students and their families or negatively impacts our students\u2019 ability to obtain an education in Florida.

H-11 SCHOOL BUS TRANSPORTATION CRISIS MANAGEMENT (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

1. convene a Task Force comprised of district and school-site administrators, school bus drivers and related transportation supervisors and district staff, AFSCME representatives, parents, and other governmental entities to review and assess the District\u2019s current school bus transportation and crisis management plan; and

2. develop, revise, and/or update the school bus transportation and crisis management plan, as recommended by Task Force as needed; and

3. formulate Board Policy recommendations and/or amendments, if needed; and

4. provide comprehensive training on school bus transportation and crisis management to all school bus drivers and school bus transportation related administrators and staff; and

5. finalize and codify a school bus transportation and crisis management plan, inclusive of related training, prior to the opening of the 2017-2018 school year; and

6. explore contractual requirements for independent contractors that operate bus routes to ensure alignment with district comprehensive training on school bus Transportation and crisis management.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

APRIL 5, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 3, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST THE APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-041 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, HONORING THE YMCA OF SOUTH FLORIDA \u2013 AFTER SCHOOL CARE (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-041 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida honoring The YMCA of South Florida \u2013 After School Care.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-042 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, HONORING THE JONATHAN SPIKES FOUNDATION

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-042 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida honoring The Jonathan Spikes Foundation.

B-5 Request approval of resolution no. 17-039 OF the school board of miami-dade county, florida, recognizing academic scholarship signing day in miami-dade county public schools

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-039 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing April 18, 2017 as Academic Scholarship Signing Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-040 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAY 9, 2017 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-040 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing May 9, 2017 as National Teacher Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE VETERINARY SCIENCE MAGNET PROGRAM AT JOHN A. FERGUSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-051 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Veterinary Science Magnet Program at John A. Ferguson Senior High School.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING VASUNDARA GOVINDARAJAN (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-052 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Vasundara Govindarajan for winning the 77th Miami Herald Spelling Bee.

B-10 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. SOLOMON C. STINSON (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-046 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Solomon C. Stinson.

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-044 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COACH LOUIE BING JR.

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-044 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Coach Louie Bing Jr.

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NORWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CHESS TEAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-045 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Norwood Elementary School Chess Team.

B-13 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SOUTH DADE WRESTLING TEAM AS STATE TITLE CHAMPIONS (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-043 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the South Dade Senior High Wrestling Team as State Title Champions.

B-14 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI MILITARY MUSEUM & MEMORIAL AND DR. ANTHONY D. ATWOOD (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-050 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Miami Military Museum and Memorial and Dr. Antony D. Atwood.

B-15 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-054 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GENERATION TECHNOLOGY (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-054 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Generation Technology.

B-16 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MARIA T. RIESTRA-QUINTERO (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-049 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Maria T. Riestra-Quintero.

B-17 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-047 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HEALTH INFORMATION PROJECT (HIP) (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-047 recognizing Health Information Project (HIP).

B-18 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-048 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ALPHA XI DELTA FRATERNITY'S THETA XI CHAPTER (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-048 recognizing Alpha Xi Delta Fraternity\u2019s Theta Xi Chapter.

B-19 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-053 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL BAND ( revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-053 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Glades Middle School Band.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Palmetto Middle School Theater Students

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • March 16, 2017

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • March 15, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • Excellence in Early Childhood
  • Art Awards Recognition
  • Safe and Healthy Schools Equality Florida
  • Fragile Schools Presentation

A-2 EXPLORE THE CREATION OF STUDENT TRAUMA SUPPORT MECHANISMS TO PROVIDE THERAPEUTIC AND COUNSELING SERVICES TO STUDENTS WHO HAVE BEEN VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE, WITNESSES TO VIOLENCE, OR WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED SOME OTHER TRAUMATIC EVENT. (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Superintendent\u2019s exploration of the establishment of student trauma support mechanisms to provide therapeutic and counseling services to students who have been victims of violence, witnesses to violence, or who have experienced some other traumatic event.

A-3 IMPLEMENTATION OF YOUTH SAFETY INITIATIVE \u2013 TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorizes the Superintendent to:

1. Collaborate with intergovernmental agencies, community organizations, and other stakeholders including parents and students to finalize and implement Together for Children Neighborhood Action Plans;

2. Execute Cooperative Agreement to include the Foundation for New Education Initiatives and Miami-Dade County to implement the evidence-based referral and family engagement system, as well as amendments, extensions, and renewals of such agreements and documents to implement the program; and exercise termination, waiver, and other provisions set forth therein; and

3. Provide an annual report on the progress of the Together for Children Initiative.

A-4 RESIDENTIAL COMPONENT FOR COLLEGE PREPARATORY PUBLIC BOARDING SCHOOL FOR AT RISK YOUTH (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. APPROVE staff\u2019s recommendation that (a) there is an educational benefit to be derived from the unsolicited proposal submitted by The SEED School of Miami (SEED Miami) to establish a residential facility for a college preparatory public charter boarding school for at-risk youth on the campus of the former Westview Middle School (Project) , (b) the estimated cost of the Project is reasonable and beneficial to The Board, and (c) SEED Miami\u2019s plans will result in the timely design, construction, and operation of the Project;

2. APPROVE staff\u2019s recommendation, based on the foregoing findings in Paragraph 1, that a portion of the unsolicited proposal submitted by SEED Miami is a qualifying project under Policy 6327, Public-Private Partnerships and Unsolicited Proposals;

3. AWARD qualifying project to The SEED School of Miami; and

4. AUTHORIZE the Superintendent to negotiate a Comprehensive Agreement/Ground Lease with awardee in accordance with Policy 6327, along with any other agreements that are necessary to effectuate the Project to be brought back to the Board for final approval.

A-5 2017 SUMMER SERVICES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed 2017 Summer Services.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM FEBRUARY 17, 2017 THROUGH MARCH 16, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1094 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from February 17, 2017 through March 16, 2017.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective April 6, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (revised)
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

RECOMMENDED: 1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:
A)Mr. Nathan A. Greene, Paraprofessional I, North Miami Senior High School, suspension without pay for ten ( 10) workdays, effective April 6, 2017.
B)Mr. Marlon C. Jinks, Head Custodian, Crestview Elementary School, demotion to Custodian, effective April 6, 2017.
C)Mr. Kori J. Jones, Custodian, Hialeah Senior High School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) calendar days, effective April 6, 2017.
D)Mr. James A. Monsanto, Head Custodian, Frederick Douglass Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten
(10)calendar days, effective April 6, 2017.
E)Mr. Michael H. Plummer, Teacher, Miami Springs Middle School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective April 6, 2017.
F)Mr. Abner Reyes, Teacher, South Miami Community Middle School, suspension without pay for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective April 6, 2017.
G)Mr. John C. Sacca, Teacher, G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective April 6, 2017.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:
A)Ms. Marta L. Zayas, Teacher, Emerson Elementary School, suspension without pay for fifteen ( 15) workdays, effective April 6, 2017.

D-66 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: INITIAL READING 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5120, Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee.

D-68 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-26 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year;

2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-32 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year;

3. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-34 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year;

4. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-57 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year

5. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion.

D-69 DISMISSAL TIMES FOR THE LAST THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL (JUNE 6, 7, AND 8, 2017)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve dismissal times for the last three days of school (June 6, 7, and 8, 2017);

2. authorize the Superintendent to make any special adjustments necessary due to unique circumstances in particular schools.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending February 2017.

E-35 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATEAND ENTER CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENTS WITH THE BANK OF AMERICA, N.A.;BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON TRUST COMPANY, N.A.; JP MORGAN CHASE BANK, N.A.; USBANK, N.A.; AND WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.; PURSUANT TO REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 16-037-MT \u2013 BANKING SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to negotiate and enter into a contractual services agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Bank of America, N.A.; Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A.; JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.; US Bank, N.A.; and Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., pursuant to Request For Proposals No. 16-037-MT \u2013 BANKING SERVICES, to provide banking and financial services as stipulated in the RFP for an initial term of three (3) years, effective on or about September 1, 2017, through August 31, 2020, with one additional three (3) years renewal option, as follows:

Highest Rated Banking Services Proposals

1. Bank of America, N.A.
222 Lakeview Ave., Suite 600
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Stephen B. Lenehan, Senior Vice President
(Merchant Services-Florida State Contract)

2. Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A.
10161 Centurion Parkway, 2nd Floor
Jacksonville, FL 32256
Sheila S. Papelbon, Vice President
(SERP Custody and Disbursements)

3. JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A.
1450 Brickell Ave. Floor 33
Miami, FL 33131
Ralph Hildevert, Relationship Executive
(Purchasing Credit Cards)

4. US Bank, N.A.
200 South Sixth Street
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Peter L. Klukken, Senior Vice President
(Payroll Pay Cards)

5. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
350 E. Las Olas Blvd.
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
Jacqueline Kobialko, Vice President
(Core Banking, Custody and ATM Services)

E-36 APPROVE RESOLUTION 17-035 AUTHORIZING ISSUANCE OF UP TO $250,000,000 GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS SERIES 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 17-035 authorizing issuance of up to $250,000,000 General Obligation Bonds Series 2017.

E-37 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 17-037 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $122 MILLION OF REFUNDING CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION TO REFUND ON A FORWARD BASIS ALL OR A PORTION OF SERIES 2008A CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 17-037 authorizing the issuance of up to $122,000,000 of refunding Certificates of Participation to refund on a forward basis all or a portion of the Series 2008A COPs.

E-51 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICY 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5131, Student Transfers.

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-006-CV \u2013 PEST CONTROL EXTERMINATION AND REMOVAL SERVICE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-006-CV \u2013 PEST CONTROL EXTERMINATION AND REMOVAL SERVICE, to establish a list of preapproved vendors, to furnish all labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary to perform pest control extermination and removal service for the Department of Safety and Emergency Management with an initial effective date of April 5, 2017 through April 4, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. BEACH ENVIRONMENTAL EXTERMINATING INC.
6911 GARDEN ROAD
RIVERA BEACH, FL 33404
OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID N. SPRAGUE, DIRECTOR

b. EL TORO EXTERMINATOR OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC.
D.B.A. TORO PEST MANAGEMENT M/WBE
1460 N. W. 107TH AVENUE, UNIT 1
MIAMI, FL 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: ALEJANDRO PEREZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

c. SOUTHERN SERVICE SOLUTIONS MBE/ M/WBE
16878 S. W. 97TH TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33196
OWNER/OFFICER: JESUS MARTINEZ
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

d. TOWER PEST CONTROL, INC.
7760 W. 20TH AVENUE, BAY #14
HIALEAH, FL 33016
OWNER/OFFICER: FRANCISCO TORRE, PRESIDENT

e. VANWAL INC,
B.A. VANWAL ENVIRONMENTAL
5475 ST. JAMES DRIVE, #401
PORT SAINT LUCIE, FL 34983
OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERTA VAN MOORLEGHEM

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required of labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary to perform pest control extermination and removal service, for up to the total estimated amount of $400,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $200,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-052-HR\u2013 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS (MRO) MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-052-HR \u2013 Maintenance and Repair Operations (MRO) Materials, Equipment and Supplies, to permit rebidding.

E-143 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) NO. RFP-15-035-MT - RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICE PILOT PROGRAM SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-15-035-MT - RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICE PILOT PROGRAM SERVICES, to permit rebidding, as the committee was unable to agree to terms to finalize a contract.

E-145 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-012-MT\u2013 WIRELESS NETWORKS TELECOMMUNICATIONS (MAINTENANCE, REPAIR & NEW INSTALLATION) (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-012-MT WIRELESS NETWORKS TELECOMMUNICATIONS (MAINTENANCE, REPAIR & NEW INSTALLATION), to establish a list of preapproved vendors to furnish wireless networking technology, for the Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 sites, with an effective date of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. CDW GOVERNMENT LLC
230 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE
VERNON HILLS, ILLINOIS 60061
OWNER/OFFICER: THOMAS RICHARDS

b. ELECTRONACA INC.
7000 WEST PALMETTO PARK ROAD, SUITE 210
BOCA RATON, FLORIDA 33433
OWNER/OFFICER: IRENE SULBARAN, PRESIDENT

c. PC SOLUTIONS & INTEGRATION, INC.
4937 S.W. 75TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHELLE RUDNICK, PRESIDENT

d. IPHONE & IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC. MBE/M/WBE
18149 N.E. 19TH AVENUE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MANAGER
AFRICAN-AMERICAN MALE

e. STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS INC. M/WBE
5632 N.W. 161ST STREET
MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: SYED A. SHAH, CEO
ASIAN AMERICAN

f. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES INC. M/WBE
8825 N.W. 21 TERRACE
DORAL, FLORIDA 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: ENRIQUE FLECHES, CEO
HISPANIC-AMERICAN MALE

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $3,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-146 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-013-MT \u2013 WIRING, TELECOMMUNICATIONS(FURNISH, INSTALL, VOICE & DATA) (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-013-MT - WIRING, TELECOMMUNICATIONS (FURNISH, INSTALL, VOICE & DATA), to establish a list of preapproved vendors to provide wiring services for voice and data systems and to provide underground conduit and raceways in schools and other buildings for Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 (M-DCPS), with an effective date of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Floida, and the successful bidders, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. EXTENSYS INC.
1110 BRICKELL AVENUE #430
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: MIKE TOOMER

b. MIAMI BUSINESS TELEPHONE CORPORATION
4933 S.W. 74TH CT
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: MARIA COLLANTES, PRESIDENT

c. QUALITY CABLE CONTRACTORS, INC.
207 NORTH GOLDENROD ROAD, SUITE 600
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32807
OWNER/OFFICER: JORGE DEL RIO, PRESIDENT

d. QUALITY WIRING, INC. SBE
10055 N.W. 19TH STREET
DORAL, FLORIDA 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: DENNIS G. DANDRINOS, PRESIDENT

e. STRIKE INDUSTRIES, INC.
3446 S.W. 15TH STREET
DEERFIELD, FLORIDA 33442
OWNER/OFFICER: CHRISTOPHER SELLAT

f. STRUCTURING CABLE SOLUTIONS M/WBE
2300 WEST 80TH STREET, SUITE 3
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33016
OWNER/OFFICER: SYED A. SHAH, CEO
ASIAN AMERICA

g. SYTEC USA, INC.
7141 NORTH WATERWAY DRIVE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155
OWNER/OFFICER: ARMANDO GARCIA

h. TROPICAL COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
6937 N.W. 82ND AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: WILLIAM F. DEVIERNO

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $8,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $4,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-147 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-16-036-AC \u2013 MAINLINE FOOD ANDDISTRIBUTION SERVICE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-16-036-AC \u2013 MAINLINE FOOD AND DISTRIBUTION SERVICES, seek qualified distributors to purchase and deliver food and food supply products, including, but not limited to, main entr\u00e9e, beverages, grocery/staple items, commodity processed items, and paper products for use in the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective July, 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020, and may, by mutual agreement between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension period thereto, as follows:

US FOODS, INC.
7598 N.W. 6TH AVENUE
BOCA RATON, FLORIDA 33487
OWNER/OFFICER: CRAIG KEPPEN, REGIONAL DIRECTOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

Fixed Delivery Fee Per Case - $1.17

Fixed Storage Fee Per Case - $.29 \u2013 For USDA direct ship items only, after sixty (60) days of receipt of order

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $165,000,000, for the initial contract term of three years, and an amount not to exceed $60,000,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period (s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amounts shown will be expended.

NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2017 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

 A. Call to Order
 B. Close Agenda
 C. Purpose of Meeting
  1.Consideration of Resolution 17-037 with respect to the issuance of Certificates of Participation, Series 2018 (series to be designated) in a principal amount not to exceed $122,000,000, authorizing execution of Amended and Restated Schedules 1996A-1 and Schedule 1996B-1 to the Master Lease Purchase Agreement and related documents in connection with the refunding on a forward basis of all or a portion of the Certificates of Participation Series 2008A.
 D. Other Business and Adjournment

FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 A. THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS, AND FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT AND/OR CHAIR TO EXECUTE, AS NECESSARY:

1) AN AMENDMENT TO THE GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT WITH DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, TO FACILITATE CAPACITY EXPANSION OF THE DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (\u201cCHARTER SCHOOL\u201d), LOCATED AT 8390 N.W. 53 STREET, DORAL, FLORIDA 33166; AND

2) A TRI-PARTY AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE SCHOOL BOARD, THE CHARTER SCHOOL, AND DORAL Q1 PHASE LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cQ1) (COLLECTIVELY \u201cTHE PARTIES\u201d); AND

3) ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO FACILITATE EXPANSION OF THE CHARTER SCHOOL, INCLUDING CONVEYANCE AND CLOSING DOCUMENTS, WITH ANY AND ALL COSTS, FEES OR EXPENDITURES RELATED TO SAID EXPANSION TO BE COVERED BY THE CHARTER SCHOOL; AND

B. THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING AS SPECIAL COUNSEL FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD AND BOND COUNSEL FOR THE CHARTER SCHOOL IN THIS TRANSACTION

RECOMMENDED: A. That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations, and for the Superintendent and/or Chair to execute, as necessary:

1. an Amendment to the Ground Lease Agreement with Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, Inc., a Florida not-for-profit corporation, to facilitate capacity expansion of the Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School (\u201cCharter School\u201d), located at 8390 N.W. 53 Street, Doral, Florida 33166; and

2. a Tri-Party Agreement by and among the School Board, the Charter School, and Doral Q1 Phase LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (\u201cQ1) (collectively \u201cthe Parties\u201d); and

3. any other documents that may be required to facilitate expansion of the Charter School, including conveyance and closing documents, with any and all costs, fees or expenditures related to said expansion to be covered by the Charter School; and

B. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to execute the Waiver of Conflict Letter from Greenberg Traurig, which firm is serving as special counsel for the School Board and bond counsel for the Charter School in this transaction.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF PALENZUELA & HEVIA DESIGN GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM / MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GREYNOLDS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1536 N.E. 179 STREET, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162, PROJECT NUMBER 01423700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Palenzuela & Hevia Design Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 services (Program / Master Plan) for Renovations at Greynolds Park Elementary School, located at 1536 N.E. 179 Street, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162, Project Number 01423700, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $13,200 for Part 1; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT GREYNOLDS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1536 N.E. 179 STREET, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162, PROJECT NUMBER 01423700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Carivon Construction Company, as Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations Project at Greynolds Park Elementary School, located at 1536 N.E. 179 Street, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162, Project Number 01423700, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $18,900 for CMR Pre-construction Services and; and

2) Project scope, support fee of $2,800 during programming, and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF JORGE A. GUTIERREZ, ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM / MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT REDLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 16001 S.W. 248 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33031, PROJECT NUMBER 01440100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Jorge A. Gutierrez, Architect, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program / Master Plan) for Renovations at Redland Middle School, located at 16001 S.W. 248 Street, Homestead, Florida 33031, Project Number 01440100, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $11,900 for Part 1 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT REDLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 16001 S.W. 248 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33031, PROJECT NUMBER 01440100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Veitia Padron Incorporated, as Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations Project at Redland Middle School, 16001 S.W. 248 Street, Homestead, Florida 33031, Project Number 01440100, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $18,300 for CMR Pre-construction Services and; and

2) Project scope, support fee of $2,600 during programming, and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-30 COMMISSIONING OF GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, L.L.P., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM / MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT CORAL WAY K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1950 S.W. 13 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33145, PROJECT NUMBER 01528300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Gili-McGraw Architects, L.L.P., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program / Master Plan) for Renovations at Coral Way K-8 Center, located at 1950 S.W. 13 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33145, Project Number 01528300, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $15,000 for Part 1 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-31 COMMISSIONING OF M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT CORAL WAY K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1950 S.W. 13 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33145, PROJECT NUMBER 01528300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.A.C. Construction, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations Project at Coral Way K-8 Center, located at 1950 S.W. 13 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33145, Project Number 01528300, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $21,500 for CMR Pre-construction Services and; and

2) Project scope, support fee of $3,000 during programming, and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-32 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHIECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM / MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT SOUTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6750 S.W. 60 STREET, SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33143, PROJECT NUMBER 01530300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 services (Program / Master Plan) for Renovations at South Miami Middle School, located at 6750 S.W. 60 Street, South Miami, Florida 33143, Project Number 01530300, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $13,300 for Part 1; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-33 COMMISSIONING OF LEGO CONSTRUCTION CO., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT SOUTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6750 S.W. 60 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33143, PROJECT NUMBER 01530300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LEGO Construction Co., as Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations Project at South Miami Middle School, 6750 S.W. 60 Street, South Miami, Florida 33143, Project Number 01530300, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $19,700 for CMR Pre-construction Services and; and

2) Project scope, support fee of $2,825 during programming, and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-34 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) AGREEMENTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2.0 MILLION CONSTRUCTION BUDGET EACH, FOR SIX MONTHS, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, AS AMENDED, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS: (revised)

  • ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC.
  • ARCHITEKNICS, INC.
  • M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC.
  • PROCON ENGINEERING, INC.
  • ROBERT E. CHISHOLM ARCHITECTS, INC.
  • SALTZ MICHELSON ARCHITECTS, INC.
  • SBLM ARCHITECTS, P.C.
  • SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an extension of the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant Agreements for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2.0 Million Construction Budget each, for six months, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the original Agreements, as amended, with the following firms:

  • Alleguez Architecture, Inc.
  • Architeknics, Inc.
  • M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc.
  • ProCon Engineering, Inc.
  • Robert E. Chisholm Architects, Inc.
  • Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc.
  • SBLM Architects, P.C.
  • Silva Architects, L.L.C.

F-35 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK AGREEMENTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2.0 MILLION CONSTRUCTION BUDGET EACH, FOR SIX MONTHS, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, AS AMENDED, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS: (revised)

  • G.E.C. ASSOCIATES, INC.
  • H.A. CONTRACTING CORP.
  • MEXAL CORP.
  • T&G CORPORATION (d/b/a T&G CONSTRUCTORS)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an extension of the Construction Manager at-Risk Agreement for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2.0 Million Construction Budget each, for six months, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the original Agreements, as amended, with the following firms:

  • G.E.C. Associates, Inc.
  • H.A. Contracting Corp
  • Mexal Corp
  • T&G Corporation (d/b/a T&G Constructors)

F-36 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE AGREEMENT WITH MARTIN A. D. YABOR & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS AN ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1.0 MILLION EACH, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM, BY ADDING PMM CONSULTING ENGINEERS, CORP., AS AN ALTERNATE STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR THE REMAINING TERM OF THE AGREEMENT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend the Agreement with Martin A. D. Yabor & Associates, Inc., as an Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (Small Business Enterprise) for Miscellaneous Projects up to $1.0 Million each, for a four-year term, as follows:

1) the addition of PMM Consulting Engineers, Corp., as an alternate Structural Engineering Sub-consultant for the remaining term of the Agreement;

2) with no changes to the terms, conditions and fees of the current Agreement; and

3) at no additional cost to the Board.

F-41 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE AIR BASE K-8 CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL SITE, PROJECT NUMBER 01442800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the proposed facility at the Air Base K-8 Center for International Education School, Project Number 01442800

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve the seven (7) delineated applications for a contractor prequalification period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Single Bid Limit Increase for Avante Quality Corporation (General Contractor) from $136,000 to $242,400.

3. Approve the Single Bid Limit Increase for Avante Quality Corporation (Roofing Contractor) from $200,000 to $224,550.

4. Approve the Single Bid Limit Increase for J.R.T. Construction Company (General Contractor) from $12,273,450 to $16,349,706.

5. Approve the Single Bid Limit Increase for Votum Construction, LLC (General Contractor) from $472,658 to $1,000,000.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. SAMUEL PAYNE, DOAH CASE NO. 16-7150TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida accept the resignation of Samuel Payne effective as of March 14, 2017.

G-2 AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE A LAWSUIT AGAINST GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY AND AUTHORIZE OUTSIDE COUNSEL TO REPRESENT THE SCHOOL BOARD ON A CONTINGENCY BASIS

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the School Board Attorney to:

1. Initiate a lawsuit against Great American Insurance Company for breach of contract for damages stemming from a construction contract entered with Zurqui Construction Service, Inc. on May 11, 2011, for construction at Bob Graham Education Center, Project No. 00731700.

2. Retain the law firm of Taylor, Espino, Vega & Touron, P.A. on a contingency basis and on a previously approved hourly rate of $295 per hour for partners and $75 per hour for paralegals.

G-3 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. STEPHANY TOLEDO, DOAH Case No. 16-7151TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Stephany Toledo, DOAH Case No. 16-7151TTS, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of her suspension already served and reinstating her to her position as a teacher with the School Board, under the conditions specified in the Agreement.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE FATHERS IN EDUCATION DAY, MAY 11, 2017 AND FATHERS IN ACTION & ADVOCACY WEEK, MAY 6-12, 2017 (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Fathers in Education Day, May 11, 2017 and Fathers in Action & Advocacy Week, May 6-12, 2017 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-4 ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 115th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA - MAY 20, 2017 (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Cuban-American community as it commemorates May 20, 2017 as the 115th anniversary of the Independence of Cuba from Spain.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 23-29, 2017, AS NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of April 23-29, 2017, as National Volunteer Week in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-6 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS REGIONAL CENTERS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to review, analyze, and present to the Board any restructuring, organizational, operational and financial options, as may be needed, for the District\u2019s Regional Centers and report back to the School Board by May 24, 2017.

H-7 RANDOM SELECTION PROCESS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to provide a report to the Board on the random selection process, with recommendations for improvements, to include district and charter schools.

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 10TH ANNUAL MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURE, HORSE & CATTLE SHOW ON APRIL 14-16, 2017 (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida Endorse The 10th Annual Miami International Agriculture, Horse & Cattle Show on April 14-16, 2017.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 24-28, 2017, AS THE WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida Endorse The Week of the Young Child, on April 24-28, 2017.

H-10 STATE ASSESSMENT TESTING CALENDAR (revised good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida amend its 2017 State Legislative Platform to request that the Florida Department of Education establish the State Assessment Testing Calendar two school years in advance of the commencement of the spring testing period.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

MAY 18, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 22, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-056 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING SHARRON HENLEY

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-056 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida honoring Sharron Henley.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17- 057 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, HONORING PEACEFUL ZION MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-057 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida honoring Peaceful Zion Missionary Baptist Church.

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-072 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY\u2019S 2017 GOLDEN PROMISE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-072 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Florida International University\u2019s 2017 Golden Promise.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-062 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE ENGINEERING PROGRAM AT MIAMI SUNSET SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-062 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Engineering Program at Miami Sunset Senior High School.

B-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING MAY 2017 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH (withdrawn)

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-063 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2016-2017 DADE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (DASA) PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR, MS. MARITZA D. JIMENEZ (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-063 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2016-2017 Dade Association of School Administrators (DASA) Principal of the Year, Ms. Maritza D. Jimenez.

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-073 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING WINSTON PARK K-8 CENTER ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, MR. CARL ROBINSON AS THE DISTRICT\u2019S 2017 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR RUNNER - UP

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-073 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Winston Park K-8 Center Assistant Principal, Mr. Carl Robinson as the District\u2019s 2017 Assistant Principal Of The Year Runner \u2013 Up

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-061 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING SUSAN KAIRALLA (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-061 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Ms. Susan Kairalla for her many years of service to Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the community.

B-13 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. JAYNE GREENBERG (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,
approve Resolution No. 17-068 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Jayne
Greenberg.

B-15 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-066 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2017 YOUTH CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY POSTER AND ESSAY CONTEST WINNERS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-066 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2017 Youth Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County Poster and Essay Contest Winners.

B-16 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-071 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RSM US VOLUNTEER DAY

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-071 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing RSM US Volunteer Day.

B-17 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-067 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) BUS DRIVERS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-067 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami-Dade County Public Schools Bus Drivers.

B-18 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-059 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ASSOCIATION OF HAITIAN EDUCATORS OF DADE, INC. (AHED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-059 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Association of Haitian Educators of Dade, Inc. (AHED).

B-19 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-060 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE VIKING FREEDOM WRITERS AND FLORIDA FREEDOM WRITERS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-060 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Viking Freedom Writers and Florida Freedom Writers.

B-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-069 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2016-2017 DADE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (DASA) PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR RUNNER UP, MIGUEL VELOSO (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-069 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2016-2017 Dade Association of School Administrators (DASA) Principal of the Year Runner-Up, Miguel Veloso.

B-21 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-064 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. DORCAS L. WILCOX

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-064 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Dorcas L. Wilcox.

B-22 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-065 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NORTH MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL JROTC PROGRAM TAKING FIRST PLACE OVERALL IN THE 2017 U.S. ARMY NATIONAL DRILL COMPETITION - FEMALE UNARMED DIVISION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-065 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the North Miami Beach Senior High School JROTC Program taking first place overall in the 2017 U.S. Army National Drill Competition - Female Unarmed Division.

B-23 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-070 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THALIA RODRIGUEZ, A STUDENT FROM WESTLAND HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-070 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Thalia Rodriguez, a student at Westland Hialeah Senior High School.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE:

  • Claude Pepper Elementary School Guitar Ensemble

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

  • Retiree Recognition

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • March 23 and 28, 2017
  • April 6 and 27, 2017
  • May 2, 9 and 11, 2017

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • April 5, 2017 ABC Conference Session
  • April 5, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • 2017 FSA Grade 3 Results
  • District Award for Magnet Sustainability

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM MARCH 17, 2017 THROUGH APRIL 6, 2017

2. ACCEPTANCE OF RESIGNATION \u2013 DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 38

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve the Personnel Action Listing 1095 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from March 17, 2017 through April 6, 2017.

2. Accept the resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 38, as of the dates indicated in the agenda item.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective May 25, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

D-22 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN WAIVERS AND SECONDARY SCHOOL REFORM INITIATIVES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed M-DCPS/UTD Memorandum of Understanding authorizing School Improvement Plan Waivers and Secondary School Reform Initiatives on May 24, 2017, effective for the 2017-2018 School Year.

D-24 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A RENEWAL OF THE M-DCPS ADD-ON CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR THE ENGLISH FOR SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL) ENDORSEMENT TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to submit a renewal of the Add-on Certification Program for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement to the Florida Department of Education for approval and include the amended program as part of the District\u2019s Master Plan for In-service, 2014-2019.

D-30 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, RECEIVE THE STATE-MANDATED ANNUAL \u201cSAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES\u201d SELF-ASSESSMENT, AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO REPORT THE SELF-ASSESSMENT RESULTS AND SCHOOL BOARD ACTION TO THE COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. receive the \u201cSafety and Security Best Practices\u201d assessment results; and

2. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to report the self-assessment results and School Board to action to the Commissioner of Education.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: 1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A)Ms. Ramona L. King, Bus Aide, Central West Transportation Center, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective May 25, 2017.
B)Ms. Audrey McGuire, School Bus Driver, Central West Transportation Center, suspension without pay for ten (10)
calendar days, effective May 25, 2017.
C)Mr. Ronnie E. Nelson, Custodian, North Dade Middle School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) calendar days,
effective May 25, 2017.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Ms. Theresa J. Brown, Paraprofessional I, Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School, suspension without pay and
initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective May 25, 2017.
B)Mr. Daniel Garcia, Teacher, Hialeah Gardens Senior High School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal
proceedings, effective May 25, 2017.
C)Ms. Toni R. Gillespie-Boykin, Teacher, Caribbean K-8 Center, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal
proceedings, effective May 25, 2017.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE APPLICATION, AND AMEND TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve one (1) charter school application for Downtown Doral Charter Upper School, Inc., (Downtown Doral Charter Upper School) and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the application as approved by the School Board.

B. Approve two (2) amended charter school contracts for:

1. Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, Inc. (Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School) (MSID 3002) to increase enrollment in year 2 of the contract by 58 students from 556 students to 614 students for the 2016-2017 school year; and,

2. Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc., d/b/a Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Middle School \u2013 North Campus (MSID 6024) to change its legal entity name from Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc., to Sports Leadership and Management, Inc.

D-66 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: FINAL READING 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended School Board Policy 5120, Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee and the document, Attendance Zone Recommendations and Related Administrative Actions 2017-2018, which is incorporated by reference and is part of this policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective July 1, 2017.

D-67 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approves the opening and closing hours of schools for the 2017-2018 school year and accept the listed exceptions to those hours.

D-68 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 7250, Commemoration of School Facilities

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend School Board Policy 7250, Commemoration of School Facilities

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending March 2017.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR January, February and March 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,630 deletions with a depreciated cost of $248,502 and 21 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $4,378 to update the records for January, February and March 2017.

E-3 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to remove from the accounting records the outstanding accounts receivable balances totaling $71,767.68 owed by 28 former employees.

E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2016-17 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2016-17 General Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by $10,205,653; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the agenda item).

E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2016‑17 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2016-17 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review, accepting donations, amending revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $(34,827,427) and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 5 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 2, FY 2016-17 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review.

E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2016-17 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2016-17 Debt Service Funds Spring Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $(2,572,000).

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2016-17 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2016-17 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $1,946,431 and

2.adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2016-17 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2016-17, Food Service Fund Spring Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $456,781, increasing appropriations by $739,702 and decreasing ending fund balance by $1,196,483.

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2016-17 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2016-17 Internal Service Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues net position and expenses by $6,086,000; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-20 ADOPTION OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR USE OF DISTRICT DISCRETIONARY LOTTERY FUNDS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the above policies and procedures and approve the use of District Discretionary Lottery Funds appropriated by the Legislature to fund the designated portion of the Educational Excellence School Advisory Council and the balance of the allocation be used to fund elementary counselors.

E-35 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 17-055 AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $270 MILLION TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 17-055 authorizing and providing for issuance of up to $270 million of Tax Anticipation Notes, Series 2017.

E-36 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 17-058 AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A FIRST AMENDMENT TO SERIES 2014C AND THE MASTER LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT TO EFFECTUATE THE RELEASE OF DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL AS, AND THE SUBSTITUTION OF A PORTION OF MADIE IVES COMMUNITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE SERIES 2014C FACILITY AND FACILITY SITE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 17-058 authorizing execution of a First Amendment to Series 2014C Ground Lease and an Amended and Restated Schedule 2014C to the Master Lease Purchase Agreement, to effectuate the release of Design and Architecture Senior High School as, and the substitution of a portion of Madie Ives Community Elementary School for the Series 2014C Facility and Series 2014C Facility Site.

E-51 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICY 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amendments to Board Policy 5131, Student Transfers and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective May 24, 2017.

E-66 COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida:

1. authorize renewal of the expiring Blanket Employee Dishonesty Bond Program with coverage provided by Fidelity Deposit Company of Maryland (A.M. Best A+, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for a three-year term effective June 1, 2017 through May 31, 2020 with limits of $25 Million per occurrence and a $100,000 deductible with annual premium of $100,367 including all fees subject to an annual re-rate or non-renewal if any losses are incurred. with any changes in premiums, terms or conditions to be brought back to the Board for further authorization

2. authorize the renewal of the named Position Bond Program at the expiring rates with coverage provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company (AM Best A+, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc.; covering up to Five (5) stipulated employees in the Office of Treasury Management, with limits of $15 million per occurrence and a $0 deductible with an annual premium of $180,803 including all fees, with coverage provided for a one-year term, effective June 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018.

3. authorize renewal of the following ancillary Public Official Bonds: Notary Bonds, Board Member Bonds, Superintendent\u2019s Bond and JROTC Bonds, at expiring rates of $100 per bond plus applicable state fees and surcharges, with coverage provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company (AM Best A+, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for a one-year term effective June 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018.

E-67 PROPERTY INSURANCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. confirm placement of its excess, all risk, replacement cost property insurance program, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2017 to May 1, 2018 consisting of total insurance limits of $250,000,000, per occurrence with the following insurers and annual premiums, inclusive of all state-required fees and assessments:

Allied World Assurance Company | (Amwins)

$194,606.50

Arch Specialty Ins. Company | (Amwins)

$287,141

Axis Specialty (Lloyds) | (AJGUK)

$458,145

Axis Surplus Insurance Company | (RPS)

$279,004

BRIT Synd 2987 (Lloyds) | (RPS)

$69,789

Chubb Custom Insurance Co. | (CV Starr)

$151,750

Colony Insurance Company | (Amwins)

$258,746

Endurance (Lloyds) | (AJGUK)

$252,440

Evanston Ins. Co. | (RPS)

$226,691

General Security Indemnity Co. of AZ | (CV Starr)

$151,748

Great Lakes Reinsurance (UK) SE / AJGUK | (AJGUK)

$395,835

Hiscox Syndicate (Lloyds) | (Amwins)

$143,573

Ironshore Specialty Insurance Co | (RPS)

$730,639

Landmark American Ins. Co. | (RPS)

$1,034,401

Lexington Insurance Company | (AJGUK)

$2,047,867

Liberty Surplus Ins. Corporation | (RPS)

$353,179

Lloyds of London (Various Syndicates) | (AJGUK)

$5,028,629

National Fire & Marine Ins. Co. | (Berkshire)

$584,062

Scottsdale Surplus Lines Ins. Co | (RPS)

$419,682

Starr Surplus Lines Ins Co. | (CV Starr)

$151,748

Westchester Surplus Lines Ins. Co. | (RPS)

$439,235.50

Westport Insurance Corp | (Swiss Re)

$3,404,263.16

$17,063,174.16

2. confirm purchase of terrorism coverage, including domestic and foreign (T-3 form), subject to an aggregate limit of $50,000,000 property damage, $10,000,000 bodily injury from Lloyd\u2019s of London, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2017 to May 1, 2018, with an annual premium of $87,420;

3. confirm renewal of flood insurance coverage with National Flood Insurance Program, (NFIP), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for all properties required by the Federal Government to be covered with estimated premiums not to exceed $2.1 million for coverages effective for the 12-month period of July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2018;

4. confirm the payment of the annual installment (2 of 3) for the \u201cSTORM\u201d Parametric Property Insurance Policy, bound for three-year period effective May 1, 2016 through May 1, 2019, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with North American Capacity Insurance Company (Swiss Re)., annual installment of $800,000, part of the total insured premium of $2,400,000 inclusive of state fees and surcharges;

5. authorize consulting expenses to be paid to Siver Insurance Consultants to assist in policy review and issuance, preparation of the annual consultant\u2019s report to The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, NA, and other required technical services with such fees to be paid at $150/hour, in an amount not to exceed $75,000 for the policy year with funding for such expenses to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund;

6. authorize renewal of the adjusting services performed by Cunningham Lindsey for property adjusting services to be used on an as-needed basis when a loss would result in a liability to the District\u2019s self-insured property program, with adjusting expenses to be as follows with expenses to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund:

Hourly Rate

Adjuster

$92

Branch General Adjuster

$114

Regional General Adjuster

$133

Prot\u00e9g\u00e9 Adjuster

$160

National General Adjuster

$185

Executive General Adjuster

$221

Senior Executive General Adjuster

$245

7. authorize the use of any of the SPC/AEPC firms under contract to the District, with associated fees, to access firms to produce sealed elevation certificates, pursuant to NFIP guidelines, with expenditures for these services not to exceed $50,000 to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund.

E-86 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE LAST 26 OF 126 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for the last 26 of 126 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2016.

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF CERTAIN RISK ELEMENTS OF THE FEDERAL CHARTER SCHOOL PROGRAM START-UP AND CONTINUATION GRANTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Certain Risk Elements of the Federal Charter School Program Start-Up and Continuation Grants.

E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-89 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTERS/TECHNICAL COLLEGES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Adult and Community Education Centers/Technical Colleges.

E-90 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 FOLLOW-UP AUDIT OF INTERNAL CONTROLS OVER M-DCPS P-CARD FOR NON-SCHOOL SITE LOCATIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Follow-Up Audit of Internal Controls Over M-DCPS P-card for Non-School Site Locations.

E-91 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AGENCY FUNDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORT SEPTEMBER 30, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Educational Facilities Impact Fees Agency Funds of Miami-Dade County, Florida - Financial Report September 30, 2016.

E-92 STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT NO. 2017-194 \u2013 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD FINANCIAL AND FEDERAL SINGLE AUDIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the State of Florida Auditor General Report No. 2017-194 - Miami-Dade County District School Board Financial and Federal Single Audit for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2016.

E-93 STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT NO. 2017-196 - MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OPERATIONAL AUDIT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the State of Florida Auditor General Report No. 2017-196 - Miami-Dade County District School Board Operational Audit.

E-94 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR\u2019S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of The Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. and Independent Auditor\u2019s Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2016.

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-15-053-HR \u2013 LIFT STATION REPAIR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-15-053-HR \u2013 LIFT STATION REPAIR, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, to furnish labor, supervision, materials equipment and transportation necessary to repair lift stations and related structures for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of May 24, 2017 through May 23, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

BISCAYNE ELECTRIC MOTOR & PUMP, INC MBE
830 N.W. 144 STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33168
OWNER: PETER ROSS, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $180,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $90,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 AWAR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-16-046-MT \u2013 TITLE I EQUITABLESUPPLEMENTARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (ESES) FOR NON-PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS ANDSUBJECT TO THEIR SELECTION BY A PARTICIPATING NON-PUBLIC SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request for Proposal No. RFP-16-046-MT \u2013 Title I Equitable Supplementary Educational Services (ESES) for Non-Public School Students and Subject to their selection by a participating non-public school is to deliver equitable supplementary educational services (ESES) in the areas of reading, mathematics, science or social studies to Title I students enrolled in non-public schools, as well as professional development and parental involvement activities in support of these students, their teachers, and families, with an initial effective date of August 1, 2017 through July 31, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. CATAPULT LEARNING
TWO AQUARIUM DRIVE, SUITE 100
CAMDEN, NJ 08103
OWNER/OFFICER: ANNETTE CHARLES, TERRITORY VICE PRESIDENT

SUBCONTRACTOR(S):

i. STAR GRAPHICS, INC. MBE/MWBE
12276 SW 131 AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33186-6483
OWNER/OFFICER: MIGUEL GONZALEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

ii. THE CHAMPION SERVICES GROUP, INC. MBE/MWBE
6501 NW 36TH STREET SUITE 300
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES CHAMPION, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

b. LEARN-IT SYSTEMS, LLC
3600 CLIPPER MILL ROAD, SUITE 330
BALTIMORE, MD 21211
OWNER/OFFICER: MARYBETH JONES, VICE PRESIDENT

SUBCONTRACTOR(S):

i. MC2 SOLUTIONS, INC. MBE/MWBE
7600 COLLINS AVENUE, #1201
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33141
OWNER/OFFICER: PABLO URQUIAGA, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

c. FLORIDA EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP COUNCIL, INC.
15175 EAGLE NEST LANE, SUITE 103
MIAMI LAKES, FL 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: ALEJANDRO RIZO, MANAGING PARTNER

d. ONE ON ONE LEARNING CORPORATION
8900 SW 117 AVENUE, SUITE C-103
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: MARCEL MONNAR, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $7,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $3,600,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB16-061-MT \u2013 STUDENT UNIFORMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-061-MT \u2013 STUDENT UNIFORMS, to establish a contract, for a list of pre-approved vendors to provide student uniform services for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of May 24, 2017 through May 23, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful pre-approved bidders, be extended for (4) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. HOLSEN, INC. SBE
655 N BISCAYNE RIVER DRIVE
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER/OFFICER: DARRYL HOLSENDOLPH, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

b. IBILEY UNIFORM, INC.
2263 SW 12TH ST
MIAMI, FL 33135
OWNER/OFFICER: LELANY BAREA, VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING

c. MONICA MANUFACTURING CORP.
dba ALL UNIFORM WEAR
2605 W 8 AVENUE
HIALEAH, FL 33010
OWNER/OFFICER: ELIZABETH BALTODANO, VICE-PRESIDENT

d. PROUD CUSTOM APPAREL COMPANY, LLC.
1951 NW 141 STREET #24
MIAMI, FL 33054
OWNER/OFFICER: GUEVENY STGEORGES, OWNER

e. TIFDEL & COMPANY, LLC MBE
1830 N. UNIVERSITY DRIVE, #177
PLANTATION, FL 33322
OWNER/OFFICER: ARDELL DANIELS, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $748,947.74, for the initial contract term of one (1) year, and an amount not to exceed $748, 947.74 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period (s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amounts shown will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR FIVE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept four grant awards and one donation for five programs from:

a. Corporation for Public Broadcasting for funding under the Television Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $1,031,346, for the grant period of October 1, 2016, through September 30, 2018;

b. Corporation for Public Broadcasting for funding under the Radio Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $655,416, for the grant period of October 1, 2016, through September 30, 2018;

c. Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities at the University of Central Florida under the Florida Federal Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program Enhancement Grant, in the approximate amount of $300,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2019;

d. CareerSource South Florida for funding under the Summer Youth Internship Program, in the approximate amount of $581,000, for the grant period of April 20, 2017, through August 20, 2017; and

e. City of Sweetwater for in-kind support under the Allison Model 250 Turbine Engines, in the approximate amount of $60,000.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements:

a. Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. in the approximate amount of $581,000.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the Florida Department of Education;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The \u201cFoundation\u201d) will be held on Wednesday, May 24, 2017 immediately following the \u201cE\u201d items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

 A. Call to Order
 B. Close Agenda
 C. Purpose of Meeting
  1.Consideration of Resolution 17-058 authorizing execution of a first Amendment to Series 2014C Ground Lease and an Amended and Restated Schedule 2014C to the Master Lease Purchase Agreement, to effectuate the release of Design and Architecture Senior High School as, and the substitution of a portion of Madie Ives Community Elementary School for the Series 2014C Facility and Series 2014C Facility Site.
 D. Other Business and Adjournment

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) BY AND AMONG ASCEND BLUE LAGOON, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW 272-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT APPROXIMATELY 6746 N.W. 7 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS;

2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) by and among Ascend Blue Lagoon, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (\u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with construction of a new 272-unit residential development, located at approximately 6746 N.W. 7 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County And Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-2 AUTHORIZETHE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A RIGHT OF WAY DEED WITH THE STATE OFFLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (\u201cFDOT\u201d) TO CONVEY BOARD-OWNED LANDLOCATED ADJACENT TO RON EHMANN PARK, AT THE INTERSECTION OF S.W. 97 AVENUE ANDS.W. 112 STREET, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FOR IMPROVEMENT BY FDOT FOR TRANSPORTATIONPURPOSES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Right Of Way Deed with the State of Florida Department of Transportation (\u201cFDOT\u201d), to convey Board-owned land located adjacent to Ron Ehmann Park, at the intersection of S.W. 97 Avenue and S.W. 112 Street, Miami-Dade County, for improvement by FDOT for transportation purposes.

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE:

1) A GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT (\u201cLEASE AGREEMENT\u201d) BETWEEN THE MIAMI BOARDING SCHOOL, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION, DOING BUSINESS AS THE SEED SCHOOL OF MIAMI (\u201cSEED\u201d), AND THE SCHOOL BOARD, IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF THE RESIDENTIAL COMPONENT OF A COLLEGE-PREPARATORY, PUBLIC BOARDING SCHOOL FOR AT-RISK YOUTH (\u201cRESIDENTIAL PROGRAM\u201d), LOCATED ON THE CAMPUS OF WESTVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL, AT 1901 N.W. 127 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33167, WITH THE RENTAL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT CARRIE P. MEEK/ WESTVIEW K-8 CENTER; AND

2) A CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT (\u201cCONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT\u201d) TO ALLOW THE DISTRICT TO PROCURE AND MANAGE THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERVICES TO CONSTRUCT THE RESIDENTIAL AND RECREATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS NECESSARY FOR SEED TO OPERATE THE RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM; AND

3) ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SEED\u2019S RESIDENTIAL PROGRAM; AND

4) GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT AND CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENTS, AND PLACING SEED IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1. a Ground Lease Agreement (\u201cLease Agreement\u201d) between the Miami Boarding School, Inc., a Florida not for profit corporation, doing business as the SEED School of Miami (\u201cSEED\u201d), and the School Board, in connection with the construction and operation of the residential component of a college-preparatory, public boarding school for at-risk youth (\u201cResidential Program\u201d), located on the campus of Westview Middle School, at 1901 N.W. 127 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33167, with the rental proceeds to benefit Carrie P. Meek/Westview K-8 Center, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above; and

2. a Construction Agreement (\u201cConstruction Agreement\u201d) to allow the District to procure and manage the design and construction services to construct the residential and recreational improvements necessary for SEED to operate the residential program; and

3. any other documents or agreements necessary to effectuate the implementation of SEED\u2019s residential program; and

4. grant or deny any approvals required under the Lease Agreement and Construction Agreement, including, without limitation, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the agreements, and placing SEED in default, as may be applicable.

F-5 PROVIDE RELIEF EFFORTS FOR THE REPUBLIC OF SURINAME AND DONATE SURPLUS MATERIALS, AS MAY BE AVAILABLE; COORDINATE TRANSPORT OF DONATED MATERIALS WITH OTHER WILLING AGENCIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) provide relief efforts for the Republic of Suriname and donate surplus materials, as may be available; and

2) coordinate transport of donated items with other willing agencies.

F-6 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH DACRA DESIGN 4141, LLC, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF USE BY THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (\u201cDASH\u201d) OF LEASE SPACE LOCATED ADJACENT TO DASH AT 4141 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the lease agreement with Dacra Design 4141, LLC, to extend the term of use by the Design and Architecture Senior High School (\u201cDASH\u201d) of lease space located at 4141 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33137, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $679,378 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-21 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $991,087 and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF STOBS BROS. CONSTRUCTION CO., AS THE REPLACEMENT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK (CMR) FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 150 SOUTH ROYAL POINCIANA BLVD., MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33166, PROJECT NO. 01434900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Stobs Bros. Construction Co., as the replacement Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded Renovations at Miami Springs Middle School, located at 150 South Royal Poinciana Blvd., Miami Springs, Florida 33166, Project No. 01434900, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $10,000 for Partial Preconstruction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF UNITECH BUILDERS CORP., AS A CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM, SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, RENOVATIONS AND NEW ADDITION AT DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 2450 N.W. 84 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147, PROJECT NUMBER 01443200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Terminate for Convenience Unitech Builders Corp., as Construction Management at-Risk firm, Small Business Enterprise, Renovations and New Addition at Dr. Henry W. Mack/West Little River K-8 Center, located at 2450 N.W. 84 Street, Miami, Florida 33147, Project Number 01443200, pursuant to the conditions stipulated in the body of the agenda item.

F-28 ERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE OF UNITECH BUILDERS CORP., AS A CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM, SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, FOR BUILDING 04 REPLACEMENT \u2013 PHASE 1 AT MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2231 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139, PROJECT NUMBER 01339400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Terminate for Convenience Unitech Builders Corp., as Construction Management at-Risk firm, Small Business Enterprise, for Building 04 Replacement \u2013 Phase 1 at Miami Beach Senior High School, located at 2231 Prairie Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, Project Number 01339400, pursuant to the conditions stipulated in the body of the agenda item.

F-41 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 ADDITION AT ZELDA GLAZER SCHOOL SITE, PROJECT NUMBER 01543800

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the Miami Arts Studio 6-12 Addition at Zelda Glazer School site, Project Number 01543800

F-42 AWARD TO LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC. (LINK), FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITIONS, RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT CUTLER BAY MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19400 GULFSTREAM ROAD, CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA 33157; PROJECT NUMBER 01339200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Link Construction Group, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded additions, renovations and repairs project at Cutler Bay Middle School, located at 19400 Gulfstream Road Cutler Bay, Florida 33157; Project Number 01339200, on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $10,152,800.

F-59 AWARD TO MEXAL CORPORATION
JOB ORDER FOR ALL REGIONS OF THE M-DCPS
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
CONTRACT # JOC17O-A1

AWARD TO GEC ASSOCIATES, INC.
JOB ORDER FOR ALL REGIONS OF THE M-DCPS
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
CONTRACT # JOC17O-A2 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award for Facilities Operations, Maintenance, on the basis of the weighted factor to the low bidders as follows:

Contract/Project No. JOC17O-A1 on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.8000 to the low bidder:

Mexal Corporation
7424 SW 48th Street
Miami, FL 33155

Certified SBE & M/WBE (Hispanic American)

Contract/Project No. JOC17O-A2 on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.8049 to the low bidder:

GEC Associates, Inc.
9487 NW 12th Street
Miami, FL 33172

Certified SBE & M/WBE (Hispanic American)

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve the four (4) delineated applications for contractor prequalification, for a period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Single Bid Limit increase for Burke Construction Group, Inc. General Contractor license from $20,000,000 to $26,771,224.

3. Approve the Single Bid Limit increase for MRSE, LLC dba Roth Southeastern Mechanical Contractor license from $321,516 to $700,000.

4. Approve the Single Bid Limit increase for SSE & Associates, Inc. dba Southeastern Surfaces & Equipment, Inc. General Contractor license from $126,800 to $1,469,304.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAW 0153, APPOINTEES

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Bylaw 0153, Appointees.

G-2 PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT - SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AGAINST URS Corporation Southern and AECOM Technical Services, Inc.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and execute the Settlement Agreement with URS Corporation Southern and AECOM Technical Services, Inc.

G-3 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. HOPE SMITH, DOAH Case No. 17-1485

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA v. HOPE SMITH, DOAH Case No. 17-1485, reinstating Respondent to her position and providing back pay for the period of May 8, 2014 through September 24, 2014.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 BOARD MEMBER PRESENTATIONS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board Policy 0165, Pubic Meetings, to:

1) limit the time allotted for each Board Member presentation to a maximum of five (5) minutes per presentation, and/or a maximum of ten (10) minutes total per Board Member at School Board Meetings, as set forth in this item; and

2) provide an exception for special circumstances in which Board members may request additional time for the presentation items, to be approved by the Board Chair at the beginning of the meeting.

H-5 GOB PROGRESS AND ACCOUNTABILITY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, request the Superintendent to:

1. Provide a comprehensive report detailing small and minority business participation and local workforce hiring on General Obligation Bond projects completed between January 2013 and December 2016;

2. Present comprehensive report to School Board Members at the July 12, 2017 Board Meeting; and

3. Disseminate the report to community stakeholders.

H-6 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT\u2019S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA\u2019S SALES TAX HOLIDAY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to utilize the District\u2019s communication resources to raise community awareness of Florida\u2019s upcoming sales tax holiday scheduled for August 4-6, 2017.

H-7 BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE \u201cCLICK IT OR TICKET\u201d NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT SAFETY CAMPAIGN, MAY 15 THROUGH JUNE 4, 2017 (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s \u201cClick It or Ticket\u201d National Seat Belt Enforcement Safety Campaign, May 15 through June 4, 2017, and encourage a year-round habit for students, parents and District employees to always buckle up when in a vehicle.

H-8 EXPANSION OF INNOVATIVE SCHOOLS AND IN-DISTRICT CHOICE PROGRAMS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, directs the Superintendent to:

1. review the current allocation of innovative schools and educational program models offered by the District;

2. conduct an analysis of those innovative schools and program models to determine the \u201csupply and demand\u201d relationship based on quantitative choice application and waiting list data;

3. review school facility capacity and enrollment trend data to assess which schools and related neighborhoods would be best suited, based on all related data, for the allocation of an innovative school and/or educational program model;

4. consider any and all factors that may result from proposed legislation governing the expansion of school choice including but not limited to those proposing to serve underperforming schools and/or underserved communities; and

5. present findings and plans for the 2017-2018 program expansions, funding permitted, at the School Board Meeting of August 9, 2017.

H-9 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE MAY AS BILINGUAL LITERACY MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Floridaendorse the month of May as Bilingual Literacy Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-10 POSTHUMOUS CONFERRING OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS TO PARENTS OF DECEASED STUDENTS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to incorporate the previously established procedures for the conferring of high school diplomas to the parent(s)/ guardian(s) of deceased students into a policy to be approved by the Board.

H-12 REVIEWOF CUSTODIAL ALLOCATIONS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, directs the Superintendent to:

1. Review the current custodial allocations for schools and educational facilities; and

2. Analyze and determine the impact of the base custodial allocation established and implemented in 2012-2013 on the upkeep and maintenance of schools and educational facilities and custodial staff performance; and

3. Identify and review national trends and best practices for determining the allocation of custodial staff for schools and educational facilities include but are not limited to a facilities\u2019 square footage; and

4. Review with school principals and related staff, the actual utilization of square footage considering shifts in student enrollment; and

5. Work with AFSCME Union leadership to discuss and explore ways to improve the cleanliness and maintenance of schools and educational facilities; and

6. Consider and identify any recommendations for improvement to be included in the 2017-2018 proposed budget; and

7. Provide an update to the Board upon presentation of the proposed budget for the 2017-2018 school year.

H-13 ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 63RD ANNIVERSARY OF THE BROWN V. BOARD OF EDUCATION OF TOPEKA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 63rd Anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court decision in Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka.

H-14 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) COLLABORATION WITH COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES FOR THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHOOLS (PDS) (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review the concept of establishing Professional Development Schools in collaboration with colleges and universities and report back to the Board by August 9, 2017.

H-16 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO REVIEW, ANALYZE, CONSIDER POLICY ISSUES, AND REPORT TO THE BOARD THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING THE SCHOOL CHOICE CONCEPT OF DISTRICTWIDE CENTERS FOR AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. review and analyze the feasibility of establishing the school choice concept of Districtwide Centers for Autism Spectrum Disorder;

2. determine if the concept can be implemented within existing resources or if additional funds may be necessary;

3. recommend any Board policy changes and/or amendments, if needed; and

4. provide a report to the Board by October 11, 2017.

H-17 ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. observe a moment of silence at the June Board meeting, in remembrance of the employees and students of Miami-Dade County Public Schools who have passed away during the year; and,

2. accept the donations of highly-acclaimed books in Miami-Dade County Public School media centers with a bookplate signifying their collective memory.

H-18URGEPRESIDENT DONALD TRUMP AND THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY TOEXTEND TEMPORARY PROTECTED STATUS FOR HAITIAN NATIONALS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to urge President Donald Trump and Secretary of Homeland Security John F. Kelly to extend Temporary Protected Status for Haitian nationals for at least another 18-month period.

H-19 SCHOOL BOARD CONFIRMATION AND ELECTION OF CITIZEN REPRESENTATIVE TO THE MIAMI-DADE VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, elect Mr. Jose Rene Infante as the citizen representative to the Miami-Dade County Value Adjustment Board.

H-20 RECOGNITION OF HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS ENTERING MILITARY SERVICE (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to initiate a uniform procedure to recognize, in a manner consistent across all high schools, graduating seniors who have enlisted in the military.

H-21 BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING MAY 2017 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida endorse May 2017 as Haitian Heritage Month and authorize administrative actions to foster related activities.

H-22 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA URGE FLORIDA GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT TO VETO HB 7069 AND LINE-ITEM VETO THE FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM (FEFP) COMPONENT OF THE PROPOSED STATE BUDGET (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida urge, by appropriate means, Florida Governor Rick Scott to veto HB 7069 and line-item veto the Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP) component of the proposed state budget.

Board Member DiscussionIssues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JUNE 21, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JUNE 19, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-077 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, HONORING CISELY SCOTT, 2016-2017 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR, LENORA B. SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-077 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida honoring Cisely Scott, 2016-2017 Assistant Principal of the Year, Lenora B. Smith Elementary School.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-076 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, HONORING TINA BROWN

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-076 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida honoring Tina Brown.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-079 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JEANNETTE ACEVEDO-ISENBERG (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-079 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Jeannette Acevedo-Isenberg.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-080 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HANI JARDACK (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-080 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Hani Jardack.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-074 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI MUSIC PROJECT (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-074 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami Music Project for improving and nurturing children\u2019s social-emotional well-being, promoting social progress through music, and building pride within the communities served.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-075 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. SHANE WHITE, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, THE HOMESTEAD HOUSING AUTHORITY, THE HOMESTEAD HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND THE CITY OF HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-075 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Shane White, Executive Director, Homestead Housing Authority, The Homestead Housing Authority Board Of Directors and The City Of Homestead, Florida for their steadfast commitment and support of the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Title I Migrant Education Program.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-078 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SOUTH FLORIDA EDUCATIONAL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION (SFEFCU)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-078 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the South Florida Educational Federal Credit Union.

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-081 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. CHERYL E. JOHNSON, PRINCIPAL AT GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-081 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Cheryl E. Johnson, Principal, George Washington Carver Elementary School.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

  • Perfect Attendance

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • May 23, 2017 and June 8, 2017

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • Revised April 5, 2017 School Board Meeting
  • May 24, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

  • FSA Scores
  • 2017-2018 Budget Update

B.OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH SHAKE-A LEG MIAMI, INC. TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL AND VOCATIONAL EXPERIENCES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2017, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into a cooperative agreement with Shake-A-Leg Miami, Inc. to facilitate the provision of educational and vocational experiences for students with disabilities as part of a collaborative program, effective July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018; and

2. extend the cooperative agreement for a maximum of 2 additional one-year periods.

There is no exchange of funds.

C-2 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A RENEWAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE, INC. ON BEHALF OF ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute a renewal services agreement for curriculum support services with Alpha Charter of Excellence, Inc. on behalf of Alpha Charter of Excellence with an option to renew.

C-3 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH THE MIAMI BOARDING SCHOOL, INC., ON BEHALF OF THE SEED SCHOOL OF MIAMI

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute a management agreement with The Miami Boarding School, Inc., a Florida Not-for-Profit Corporation, on behalf of The SEED School of Miami to provide strategic planning, staffing recommendations, human resource coordination, facilities development, regulatory compliance, corporate records maintenance, accounting, budgeting, cash management and financial reporting services for the remainder of the term of the charter school contract, with an option to renew and for a fee of up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year. Additional services, including but not limited to food services and transportation, may be provided under separate contract at cost.

C-4 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR K-12 SOCIAL STUDIES FOR THE 2017-18 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and adopt recommended instructional materials for K-12 Social Studies for the 2017-18 school year.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM APRIL 7, 2017 THROUGH MAY 25, 2017

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM FEBRUARY 11, 2017 THROUGH JUNE 5, 2017

3. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve:

1. Personnel Action Listing 1096 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from April 7, 2017 through May 25, 2017.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from February 11, 2017 through June 5, 2017.

3. Pursuant to Florida Statute 1012.22, nominations of personnel for 2017-2018, subject to the provisions set forth in their respective collective bargaining agreements or other applicable agreements and in accordance with state statutes and policies of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2016-2017 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective June 22, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

D-22 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A CONTINUATION OF THE M-DCPS MASTER PLAN FOR INSERVICE EDUCATION 2017-2018 TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION FOR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to submit a continuation letter of the current Master Plan for Inservice Education 2014-2019 to the Florida Department of Education.

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED:1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Mr. Willie B. Carr, Trades Helper, Maintenance Service Center 1, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective June 22, 2017.
B) Ms. Gina S. Ferrandiz, Secretary/Treasurer, Ada Merritt K-8 Center, suspension without pay for two (2) workdays, effective June 22, 2017.

2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:
A) Ms. Ileana Cordero, Part-Time Food Service Worker I, Charles R. Hadley Elementary School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective June 22, 2017.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER APPLICATION, SIXTEEN RENEWAL CHARTER CONTRACTS, ONE NEW CHARTER CONTRACT, FOUR CHARTER CONTRACT AMENDMENTS AND ONE CHARTER CONSOLIDATION (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve one charter school application and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the application as approved by the School Board for BridgePrep Academy, Inc. on behalf of BridgePrep Academy of North Miami Beach.

B. Approve renewal charter contracts with:

1. Theodore R. & Thelma A. Gibson Charter School, Inc., (Theodore R. & Thelma A. Gibson Charter School) (MSID 2060), to (i) renew the charter contract for a 5 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022 and, (ii) implement an Action Plan to address progress Monitoring and Response to Intervention;

2. Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Just Arts and Management Charter Middle School (MSID 6083), under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2032;

3. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a:

a. iMater Academy (MSID 5384), to (i) renew the charter contract for a 5 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022, and, (ii) amend the grade level configuration from grades K-8 to grades K-5;

b. iMater Preparatory Academy High School (MSID 7090), to renew the charter contract for a 5 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022;

c. Mater Academy at Mount Sinai (MSID 5054), to (i) renew the charter contract for a 5 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022, (ii) amend the grade level configuration from grades K-8 to grades K-5, and, (iii) align the student enrollment capacity with the current facility capacity of 208 students;

d. Mater Brickell Preparatory Academy (MSID 5046), under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to (i) renew the charter contract for a 15 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2032, (ii) allow the school to remain at their current facility until June 30, 2019, and, (iii) require consolidation of the school with Mater Grove Academy (MSID 5045) if relocation to its permanent facility does not take place by June 30, 2019; and,

e. Mater Academy East Charter High School (MSID 7037), under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2032.

4. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a:

a. Somerset Academy Bay (MSID 5062), under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2032;

b. Somerset Academy Bay Middle School (MSID 6128), under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2032;

c. Somerset Academy Charter Elementary School (South Homestead) (MSID 0339), to renew the charter contract for a 5 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022;

d. Somerset Academy (Silver Palms) (MSID 0332), under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2032.

5. AcadeMir Charter Schools, Inc., d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School Middle (MSID 6082), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022;

6. Alpha Charter of Excellence, Inc., d/b/a Alpha Charter of Excellence (MSID 5410), to (i) renew the charter contract for a 5-year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022 and, (ii) implement an Action Plan to address Progress Monitoring and Response to Intervention;

7. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep Academy Interamerican Campus (MSID 5020), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022;

8. Lincoln-Marti Charter School, Inc., d/b/a Charter High School of the Americas (MSID 7080), under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term commencing with the 2017-18 school year and ending June 30, 2032; and,

9. Excelsior Academies, Inc., d/b/a Excelsior Charter Academy (5032), to (i) renew the charter contract for a 5 year term commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022, (ii) amend the school grade level configuration from grades K-9 to grades K-8, and, (iii) implement an Action Plan to address Progress Monitoring and Response to Intervention.

C. Approve a new charter school contract with Arts Academy of Excellence, Inc. (The Arts Academy of Excellence), for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2016, and ending June 30, 2021, which includes a one year deferral for planning making the 2017-18 SY the first year of operation.

D. Approve six (6) amended charter school contracts for:

1. Miami Community Charter School, Inc., (Miami Community Charter School) (MSID 0102), to (i) extend the charter contract for 13 months, until July 31, 2018, and, (ii) implement a Corrective Action Plan;

2. Miami Community Charter Middle School, Inc., (Miami Community Charter Middle School) (MSID 6048), to (i) extend the charter contract for 13 months, until July 31, 2018, and, (ii) implement a Corrective Action Plan;

3. ASPIRA of Florida, Inc., d/b/a ASPIRA Raul Arnaldo Martinez Charter School (MSID 6020), to (i) extend the charter contract for 2 years, until June 30, 2019, (ii) implement a Corrective Action Plan, and (iii) implement voluntary surrender option if the school does not meet the performance measures outlined in the Corrective Action Plan;

4. The Miami Boarding School, Inc., d/b/a The SEED School of Miami (MSID 6018), to (i) delete the campuses located at 15800 NW 42 Ave., Miami Gardens, Florida 33054; Folio No. 34-2117-024-0010; 11025 SW 84 Street, Cottage 1, 2, 3, 4, Miami, Florida, 33173; Folio No. 30-4031-000-0170 (unoccupied); and, 111 NW 183 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida, 33169; Folio No. 34-2101-000-0110; and, (ii) add a campus located at 1901 NW 127 Street, Miami, Florida, 33167; Folio No. 30-2127-000-0140, subject to approval of a lease by the School Board, commencing July 1, 2017, and ending on June 30, 2021;

5. The City of Hialeah, Florida d/b/a City of Hialeah Educational Academy (MSID 7262) under Section 1002.331(3), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to increase student enrollment from 800 students to a maximum of 920 students, commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2028; and,

6. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep Academy of Advanced Studies (MSID 7040), to correct student enrollment from 1,200 students to a maximum of 1,400 students commencing with SY 2018-2019 as the school has opted to utilize SY 2016-2017 and 2017-2018 as planning years.

E. Approve for Somerset Academy, Inc., a charter school consolidation, under Section 1002.33(7)(b)(2)(c), High Performing Charter Schools, of Somerset Academy Charter Middle School (Country Palms) (MSID 6043) and Somerset Arts Academy (MSID 2012) for a maximum enrollment capacity of 750 students in grades K-6.

F. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss (Table 6), in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-67 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-68 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year;

2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-84 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year;

3. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-85 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year; and

4. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending April 2017.

E-14 AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2017 UNTIL THE FY 2017-18 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the FY 2016-17 budget, as amended, to be used as a continuation budget for FY 2017-18, effective July 1, 2017 until such time as the FY 2017-18 tentative budget becomes official.

E-46 REPORT OF SCHOOL BOARD AUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the report of the February - April, 2017 auction of surplus/obsolete vehicles results.

E-66 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE, FACILITIES USE INSURANCE COVERAGE, CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, POLICE PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION, GENERAL/ AUTOMOBILE/ PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE AND CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the replacement of the traditional facilities use program with the online program for facilities use insurance coverage with limits of $1 million per occurrence, with zero deductible with Atlantic Specialty Insurance Company (A.M. Best A X) through the District\u2019s Broker, Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. at no cost to the Board inclusive of TRIA terrorism coverage;

2. authorize renewal terms of the Catastrophic Athletic Accident insurance with Zurich American Insurance Company, (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc for a one- year period effective August 1, 2017 through July 31 2018, with a policy annual aggregate limit of $6 million dollars and a $25,000 deductible for a total premium of $73,361;

3. authorize the renewal of the Law Enforcement and Professional Liability Insurance coverage with Lexington Insurance Company (AIG) (A.M. Best A XV), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, with an annual premium of $234,310, with a per wrongful act and a self-insured retention of $200,000;

4. authorize renewal of the District\u2019s Excess Workers\u2019 Compensation Insurance coverage with Safety National Casualty Corporation (A.M. Best A XI) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one-year term, effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, at a rate of $.0745 per $100 of annual payroll with a deposit premium of $1,305,364 subject to a per claim, self-insured retention of $1,500,000;

5. authorize the fourth year renewal of the five-year one-year terms of its General/Automobile/Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions coverage with United Educators Risk Retention Group (United Educators) (A.M. Best A VIII) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc (AJG) subject to annual re-rate and cancellation provisions with the second year\u2019s premium totaling $306,776 effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, subject to a self-insured retention for the General/Automobile coverage, commensurate with the current levels of limited Sovereign Immunity of $200,000 per claim/$300,000 per accident and a flat, per wrongful act self- insurance retention of $200,000 for Professional Liability claims;

6. authorize renewal of the Boiler and Machinery coverage with Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance and Inspection Company (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc effective September 13, 2017 through September 12, 2018, with policy limits of $100 million per loss at a rate of .00167 per $100 total insured values, subject to a base of $9.44 billion with the annual premium for 2017-2018 being $157,860;

7. authorize the renewal of the Cyber Liability coverage with Brit-Lloyd\u2019s (A.M. Best A, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc for a one year period effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, for a total premium of $139,000 with coverage limits of $10 million per claim/annual aggregate subject to a $250,000 self-insured retention; and

8. authorize the purchase of Media Liability coverage with Atlantic Specialty Insurance (A.M. Best A, X) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with coverage limits of $1 million per claim and $5 million annual aggregate subject to a self-insured retention of $10,000 with an annual premium of $6,358 for a one-year period effective July 1, 2017 thru June 30, 2018.

E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) #16-309-AG, STUDENT AND ATHLETIC ACCIDENT INSURANCE COVERAGE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award Request for Proposals (RFP) #16-309-AG Student and Athletic Accident Insurance Coverage to Starr Indemnity & Liability Company (A.M. Best A XIV), through Insurance for Students, Inc. & Health Special Risk, Inc.(HSR). for a guaranteed three year period with the option to renew for two additional one year periods with any changes in terms or conditions to be brought back to the Board for approval, effective August 1, 2017 through July 31, 2020 with the policy to be renewed on an annual basis, at the following rates; and

 

Expiring Rates/

School Year

New/Recommended Rates/School Year

Difference

School Time Pre-K to 6th

$16

$15

-$1

School Time 7th to 12th

$18

$16

-$2

24-Hour Pre-K to 12th

$79

$73

-$6

Fall Football Insurance

$265

$254

-$11

Spring Football Insurance

$59

$54

-$5

Interscholastic Athletic Insurance

$59

$42

-$17

Head Start/Early Start

$2.85

$2.66

-$0.19

2. approve student athlete contributions to both the football insurance and interscholastic insurance premiums as well as subsidies to be paid by the Board.

 

Total Premium

Per School Year

Student Athlete Pays Per School Year

District Pays Per School Year

Fall Football:

$254

$74(29%)

$180(71%)

Spring Football

$54

$21(39%)

$33(61%)

Interscholastic/Athletics

$42

$21(50%)

$21(50%)

E-68 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) 16-056-AG, WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION SERVICES: SURVEILLANCE AND INVESTIGATION

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

Authorize the Superintendent to enter into contracts with the following firms at the set pricing pursuant to the terms of Request For Proposals (RFP) 16-056-AG, Workers\u2019 Compensation Services: Surveillance and Investigation, for a three-year period, with the ability to renew for two additional one-year periods subject to mutual agreement between the parties, effective August 1, 2017. The cost of these services will be paid as allocated claims expenses.

a. Claims Investigation Agency (MBE)

Service

Field Surveillance

Daily: $550

Hourly: $69

Background Checks

Flat: $50

Activity Checks

Flat: $350

Hourly: $69

Alive and Well Check

Flat: $140

Hourly: $69

Social Media Check

Flat: $150

Medical Canvass

Flat: $150

Expert Testimony

Hourly Rate: $69

Mileage Rate (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Per Mile Rate: No Mileage

Charged

Travel Time (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Hourly Rate: No Travel Charged

b. G4S Compliance & Investigation, Inc.

Service

Field Surveillance

Daily: N/A

Hourly: $80

Background Checks

Flat: $100

Activity Checks

Hourly: $80

Alive and Well Check

Flat: $285

Social Media Check

Profile Report $395

Full Investigation $325

Express Search $175

Basic Investigation $45

Medical Canvass

1-10 facilities: $135

11-20 facilities: $275

21-30 facilities: $375

Expert Testimony

Hourly Rate: $80

Mileage Rate (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Per Mile Rate: No Mileage

Charged

Travel Time (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Hourly Rate: No Travel Charged

c. Jurney and Associates, Inc. (MBE)

Service

Field Surveillance

Daily: $450

Hourly: $68

Background Checks

Flat: $35

Activity Checks

Flat: $120

Hourly: $68

Alive and Well Check

Flat: $120

Hourly: $68

Social Media Check

Flat: $35

Medical Canvass

Flat: $68

Expert Testimony

Hourly Rate: $68

Mileage Rate (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Per Mile Rate: $0.51

 

Travel Time (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Hourly Rate: $68.00

d. SIU Central Inc.

Service

Field Surveillance

Daily: $440.00

Hourly: $55.00

Background Checks

Flat: $225.00

Activity Checks

Flat: $247.50

Hourly: $55.00

Alive and Well Check

Flat: $247.50

Hourly: $55.00

Social Media Check

Flat: $125

Medical Canvass

Flat: $247.50

Expert Testimony

Hourly Rate: $55.00

Mileage Rate (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Per Mile Rate: $0.00

Travel Time (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Hourly Rate: $55.00

e. S.K.I. Investigations (SBE \u2013 Tier 1)

Service

Field Surveillance

Daily: $525.00

Hourly: $65.63

Background Checks

Flat: $250.00

Activity Checks

Flat: $262.50

Hourly: $65.63

Alive and Well Check

Flat: $262.50

Hourly: $65.63

Social Media Check

Flat: $195.00

Medical Canvass

Flat: $175.00

Expert Testimony

Hourly Rate: N/A

Mileage Rate (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Per Mile Rate: $0.00

Travel Time (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Hourly Rate: $0.00

f. Veracity Research Co.

Service

Field Surveillance

Hourly: $67

Background Checks

Database search: $50

Pre-Surveillance: 118

Civil/Criminal: 175

Activity Checks

Hourly: $67

Alive and Well Check

Hourly: $67

Social Media Check

Basic: $150

Enhanced: $220

Comprehensive: $350

Medical Canvass

Up to 10 locations: $200

11-20 locations: $300

21-30 locations: $400

Each addt\u2019l location: $ 12

Expert Testimony

Hourly Rate: $67

Mileage Rate (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Per Mile Rate: Federal

Rate

Travel Time (outside of

Tri-County area only)

Hourly Rate: $67

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-010-MT\u2013 ONSITE SERVICES FORTELEPHONE REPAIRS AND EQUIPMENT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation to Bid No. ITB-16-010-MT ON-SITE SERVICE FOR TELEPHONEREPAIRS AND EQUIPMENT, to establisha contract, for a list of pre-approved vendors to provide equipment, materials,installation and service for telephone equipment, for The School Board ofMiami-Dade County, Florida during the term of the bid, with an effective dateof July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful pre-approved bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. ANCOM SYSTEMS, INC.
9408 ROBERTS ROAD
ODESSA, FLORIDA 33556
OWNER/OPERATOR: LISA ROBERTS, VICE PRESIDENT

b. ARROW SYSTEMS INTEGRATION, INC.
2425 GATEWAY DRIVE
IRVING, TEXAS 75063
OWNER/OPERATOR: MICHAEL BEVILACQUA, PRESIDENT

c. TELNET SOLUTIONS GROUP, INC.
18459 PINES BOULEVARD, SUITE 490
PEMBROKE PINES, FL 33029
OWNER/OPERATOR: ROBERT ROBAYNA, PRESIDENT

d. WINDSTREAM COMMUNICATIONS, LLC
4001 RODNEY PARHAM ROAD
LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS 72212
OWNER/OPERATOR: ANTHONY THOMAS, MANAGER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $10,000,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $5,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-011-DW \u2013 NETWORK CONNECTIVITY (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD InvitationTo Bid No. ITB-16-011-DW \u2013 NETWORK CONNECTIVITY, to establish a contract, fora list of pre-approved vendors to provide, network connectivity devices,which includes internetworking devices and network adapter cards for TheSchool Board of Miami-Dade County during the term of the bid, with an initialeffective date of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2019 and may, by mutualagreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and thesuccessful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extensionperiods thereto, as follows:

A. CDW GOVERNMENT LLC
230 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE
VERNON HILLS, ILLINOIS 60061
OWNER/OPERATOR: THOMAS RICHARDS

B. DADE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC. SBE Tier 2 MWBE
4805 NW 79 AVE, SUITE #10
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: ALEXIS PEREZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

C. ELECTRONACA, INC.
7000 W. PALMETTO PARK ROAD, SUITE 210
BOCA RATON, FL 33433
OWNER/OFFICER: IRENE SULBARAN, PRESIDENT

D. GLOBALXNET TECHOLOGIES, LLC MBE
9101 NW 7TH AVENUE, B21
MIAMI, FL 33150
OWNER/OFFICER: MACK SAMUEL, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

E. SHI INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
290 DAVIDSON AVENUE
SOMERSET, NJ 08873
OWNER/OFFICER: TED GOROSPE, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

F. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
8825 NW 21ST TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: JOE MONTESINOS, ACCOUNT MANAGER
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

G. STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS, INC. MWBE
5632 NW 161 STREET
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: SYED SHAH, PRESIDENT
ASIAN-AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $30,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $15,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-143 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-043-MT \u2013 MILLION DOLLAR COMMUNITY LITERACY CHALLENGE \u2013 ADULT LITERACY SERVICES (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request for Proposal No. RFP-16-043-MT \u2013 Million Dollar Community Literacy Challenge \u2013 Adult Literacy Services is to select preapproved vendors to provide adult educational programs in conjunction with grant requirements, with an initial effective date of June 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. CONNECTFAMILIAS, INC
1111 SW 8 TH STREET, SUITE 207
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130
OWNER/OFFICER: BEATRIZ ALONSO, PRESIDENT/CEO

b. ENFAMILIA, INC
16090 SW 293RD DRIVE
HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33033
OWNER/OFFICER: CARLOS SALGADO, DIRECTOR

c. FLORIDA VENTURE FOUNDATION
13501 NW 107 AVENUE
HIALEAH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33018
OWNER/OFFICER: ALINA C. DELGADO, PRESIDENT/CEO

d. MIAMI LIGHTHOUSE FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED, INC.
601 SW 8TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130-3209
OWNER/OFFICER: VIRGINIA JACKO, PRESIDENT/CEO

e. MEXICAN AMERICAN COUNCIL, INC
546 SW 2ND STREET
FLORIDA CITY, FLORIDA 33034
OWNER/OFFICER: CIPRIANO GARZA, JR., CEO

f. PIERRE TOUSSAINT LEADERSHIP AND LEARNING CENTER, INC
130 NE 62ND STREET, 2ND FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33138
OWNER/OFFICER: REGINALD JEAN-MARY, PRESIDENT

g. READ2SUCCEED, INC
9020 SW 137TH AVENUE, SUITE 225
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID CASTRILLON

h. SBC COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF RICHMOND HEIGHTS, INC.
11111 PINKSTON DRIVE
MIAMI, FL 33176 UN
OWNER/OFFICER: TWILA PAYNE, CHAIRMAN

i. THE ROCK FAMILY COMMUNITY CENTER, INC.
10601 SW 48TH STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165
OWNER/OFFICER: DAMARIS VALERIANO, PRESIDENT

j. THE SUNDARI FOUNDATION, INC.
DBA LOTUS HOUSE
1540 NW 1ST PLACE, #1
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136
OWNER/OFFICER: ANNA FRUSICANTE

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $240,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $240,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-145 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-063-MT \u2013 FEDERAL LOBBYIST SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP16-063-MT \u2013 FEDERAL LOBBYIST SERVICES, to provide federal legislative consulting services to assist in advocating the Board\u2019s interest before the South Florida Congressional Delegation, federal legislative committees, and the Executive Branch, including the Secretaries of Education, Commerce, Health and Human Services and Justices, as well as pertinent regulatory agencies with an initial effective date of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year extension period thereto, as follows:

BALLARD PARTNERS, INC.
2 ALHAMABRA PLAZA, SUITE 102
CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN D. BALLARD, PRESIDENT
MONTHLY RETAINER: $9,000.00

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $324,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $216,000 for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR FOUR PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept grant awards for four programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Secondary Programs, Section 131, in the approximate amount of $4,194,900, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Postsecondary Programs, Section 132, in the approximate amount of $1,078,314, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

c. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $12,325,246, for the grant period of August 1, 2017, through July 31, 2018; and

d. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Early Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $2,431,471, for the grant period of August 1, 2017, through July 31, 2018.

2. Enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements;

a. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $12,325,246, in support of the Head Start Program; and

b. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $2,431,471, in support of the Early Head Start Program.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the Florida Department of Education;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOLS, INC. (\u201cSFACS\u201d), FOR USE BY SFACS OF A PORTION OF THE COUNTRY CLUB MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 18305 N.W. 75 PLACE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33015, FOR THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL; AND

2) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING INCREASING OR DECREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY SFACS, AND RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING SFACS IN DEFAULT, AS APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Lease Agreement between the School Board and South Florida Autism Charter Schools, Inc. (\u201cSFACS\u201d), for use by SFACS of a portion of the Country Club Middle School campus, located at 18305 N.W. 75 Place, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33015, for the continued operation of a District-managed charter school under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including increasing or decreasing the area occupied by SFACS, and renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing SFACS in default, as applicable.

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE:

1) A LEASE AGREEMENT (\u201cLEASE AGREEMENT\u201d) BETWEEN THE MIAMI BOARDING SCHOOL, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION, DOING BUSINESS AS THE SEED SCHOOL OF MIAMI (\u201cSEED\u201d), AND THE SCHOOL BOARD, FOR USE OF CLASSROOM, OFFICE AND ANCILLARY SPACE AT THE FORMER WESTVIEW MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1901 N.W. 127 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33167, FOR THE OPERATION OF THE EDUCATIONAL COMPONENT OF SEED\u2019S COLLEGE-PREPARATORY, PUBLIC BOARDING CHARTER SCHOOL FOR AT-RISK YOUTH; AND

2) ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE LEASE AGREEMENT; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, INCREASING OR DECREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY SEED, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING SEED IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1. a lease agreement (\u201cLease Agreement\u201d) between the Miami Boarding School, Inc., a Florida not for profit corporation, doing business as the SEED School of Miami (\u201cSEED\u201d), and the School Board, for use of classroom, office and ancillary space at the former Westview Middle School, located at 1901 N.W. 127 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33167, for the operation of the educational component of SEED\u2019S college-preparatory, public boarding charter school for at-risk youth, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. any other documents or agreements necessary to effectuate the Lease Agreement; and

3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including, without limitation, increasing or decreasing the area occupied by SEED, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing SEED in default, as may be applicable.

F-5 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH DACRA DESIGN 4141, LLC, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF USE BY THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (\u201cDASH\u201d) OF LEASE SPACE LOCATED ADJACENT TO DASH AT 4141 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the lease agreement with Dacra Design 4141, LLC, to extend the term of use by the Design and Architecture Senior High School (\u201cDASH\u201d) of lease space located at 4141 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33137, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1. adjust the capital budget in the amount of $760,682 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2. make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6161 N.W. 5 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33127, PROJECT NUMBER 01508400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for Renovations at Miami Edison Senior High School, located at 6161 N.W. 5 Court, Miami, Florida 33127, Project Number 01508400, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $8,100 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF H.A. CONTRACTING CORP. AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6161 N.W. 5 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33127, PROJECT NUMBER 01508400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission H.A. Contracting Corp. as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond- funded Renovations Project at Miami Edison Senior High School, located at 6161 N.W. 5 Court, Miami, Florida 33127, Project Number 01508400, as follows:

1. Lump sum fee of $26,000 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2. Project scope, support fee of $2,800 during programming; and

3. all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 655 N.E. 145 STREET, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33161, PROJECT NUMBER 01509000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Alleguez Architecture, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for Renovations at North Miami Elementary School, located at 655 N.E. 145 Street, North Miami, Florida 33161, Project Number 01509000, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $16,000 for Part 1 services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 655 N.E. 145 STREET, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33161, PROJECT NUMBER 01509000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Veitia Padron Incorporated as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond- funded Renovations Project at North Miami Elementary School, located at 655 N.E. 145 Street, North Miami, Florida 33161, Project Number 01509000, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $24,500 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2) Project scope, support fee of $2,600 during programming; and

3) all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-30 COMMISSIONING OF SALTZ MICHELSON ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS & NEW P.E. SHELTER AT GEORGIA JONES-AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1331 N.W. 46 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142, PROJECT NUMBER 01423900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for Renovations & New P.E. Shelter at Georgia Jones-Ayers Middle School, located at 1331 N.W. 46 Street, Miami, Florida 33142, Project Number 01423900, as follows:

1. A lump sum fee of $15,500 for Part 1 services; and

2. Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-31 COMMISSIONING OF LEGO CONSTRUCTION CO. AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW P.E. SHELTER PROJECT AT GEORGIA JONES-AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1331 N.W. 46 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142, PROJECT NUMBER 01423900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LEGO Construction Co. as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond- funded Renovations and New P.E. Shelter Project at Georgia Jones-Ayers Middle School, located at 1331 N.W. 46 Street, Miami, Florida 33142, Project Number 01423900, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $22,000 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2) Project scope, support fee of $2,850 during programming; and

3) all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-32 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PINECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 10250 S.W. 57 AVENUE, PINECREST, FLORIDA 33156, PROJECT NUMBER 01530100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for Renovations at Pinecrest Elementary School, located at 10250 S.W. 57 Avenue, Pinecrest, Florida 33156, Project Number 01530100, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $14,200 for Part 1 services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-33 COMMISSIONING OF GEC ASSOCIATES, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT PINECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 10250 S.W. 57 AVENUE, PINECREST, FLORIDA 33156, PROJECT NUMBER 01530100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission GEC Associates, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond- funded Renovations Project at Pinecrest Elementary School, located at 10250 S.W. 57 Avenue, Pinecrest, Florida 33156, Project Number 01530100, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $22,400 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2) Project scope, support fee of $2,850 during programming; and

3) all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-35 COMMISSIONING OF D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION INC., AS THE REPLACEMENT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW ADDITION PROJECT AT DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 2450 N.W. 84 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147; PROJECT NUMBER 01443200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., as the replacement Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations and New Addition Project at Dr. Henry W. Mack/West Little River K-8 Center, located at 2450 N.W. 84 Street, Miami, Florida 33147; Project Number 01443200, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $47,363 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT KENWOOD K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 9300 S.W. 79 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156; PROJECT NUMBER 01434400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price contract for Veitia Padron Incorporated for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Kenwood K-8 Center, located at 9300 S.W. 79 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33156; Project Number 01434400 in the amount of $3,122,313, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $106,197.

F-42 AWARD TO T & G CONSTRUCTORS, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITIONS AND RENOVATIONS PROJECTS AT: (revised 2)

SCOTT LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1160 N.W. 175 STREET, MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33169; PROJECT NUMBER 01424300

PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 17615 N.W. 82 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33015; PROJECT NUMBER 01529800

CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1225 S.W. 97 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33174; PROJECT NUMBER 01542800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to T & G Constructors for the General Obligation Bond funded additions and renovations projects; on the basis of the lowest sum total Base Bid in the amount of $9,579,500; at:

Scott Lake Elementary School, located at 1160 N.W. 175 Street, Miami Gardens, FL 33169; Project Number 01424300.

Palm Springs North Elementary School, located at 17615 N.W. 82 Avenue, Miami, FL 33015; Project Number 01529800.

Coral Park Elementary School, located at 1225 S.W. 97 Avenue, Miami, FL 33174; Project Number 01542800.

F-43 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE A NEW K-8 CENTER SCHOOL SITE, LOCATED AT S.W. 167 AVENUE AND S.W. 95 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33196; PROJECT NUMBER 01534700

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the New K-8 Center School site located at S.W. 167 Avenue and S.W. 95 Street in Miami, Florida; Project Number 01534700

F-44 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE DR. MICHAEL KROP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SITE PROJECT NUMBER 01649000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the proposed facility at the Dr. Michael Krop Senior High School Project Number 01649000.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve two (2) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Proposed Single Bid Limit increase for five (5) delineated applications listed in the agenda item.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. ELTON LEWIS, DOAH CASE NO. 17-1972TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida accept the resignation of Elton Lewis effective as of May 23, 2017.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-1 HB 7069 FISCAL IMPACT AND CONSTITUTIONAL IMPLICATIONS (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County authorize the Superintendent to convene a special meeting to:

a) outline the projected five-year fiscal impact of HB 7069 prior to the initial budget hearing; and further
b) authorize the School Board Attorney to provide The School Board of Miami-Dade County with any legal options available in response to HB 7069 prior to the next Board Committee meetings on July 6, 2017.

H-3 BOARD MEMBER PRESENTATIONS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, conduct a three (3) month pilot that would:
1) waive the relevant provisions of School Board Policy 0165, Public Meetings, to limit the number of presentations by each Board member to one (1) presentation per Board Meeting; and
2) limit the presentation to comments from the presenting Board member and one (1) speaker on behalf of those being recognized; and
3) when determining the order of presentations, give priority to those involving students.

H-4 COUNSELOR ALLOCATION (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1) Review and identify any recommendations for an improvement in student-to-counselor ratios underlying the School Support Pool at all grade levels in our Student Allocation Plan; and
2)
3) Encourage Principals to purchase their counselor allocations; and
4) Report back to the Board by the November 2017 Board Meeting.

H-6 REVIEW OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND EXCELLENCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE AND COMPLIANCE REPORTING (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, directs the Superintendent, in consultation and collaboration with the School Board Attorney, to:

1. Review the requisite elements of Policy 9142 to determine status of School Board compliance regarding same;

2. Review the organization and oversight of, and assistance and support provided to the Diversity, Equity, and Excellence Advisory Committee (DEEAC);

3. Engage the DEEAC members in a workshop to review policy provisions and expectations, discuss and clarify annual committee reporting deliverables, and solicit feedback and recommendations about ways to improve committee organization, assistance, support, engagement, and work; and

4. Provide status update to the Board inclusive of recommendations for enhancement to policy, practice, and/or personnel that will improve the organization and oversight of, and assistance and support provided to the DEEAC that will ensure compliance with Policy 9142 and related annual reporting requirements by the School Board Meeting of October 11, 2017.

H-7 DEVELOPMENT OF A COMPREHENSIVE STUDENT AND EDUCATOR ARTS SHOWCASE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to develop a comprehensive student and educator arts showcase.

H-8 DIGITAL ADDICTION (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1) review and analyze the feasibility of establishing a digital addiction support program for students and addiction support program for students and employees;

2) determine if the concept can be implemented within existing resources or if additional funds may be necessary; and

3) provide a report to the Board by September 6, 2017.

H-9 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) MENTORING AND INDUCTION FOR NEW TEACHERS (MINT) PROGRAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking to incorporate the Mentoring and Induction for New Teachers (MINT) Program in Board policy.

H-10 GREATER TRANSPARENCY IN RANDOM SELECTION PROCESS IN CHOICE PROGRAMS AND SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to conduct a review of the random selection process employed by both the school district, and within the limits of School Board authority, in charter schools, and to provide the Board with recommendations, if any, on how to improve the overall transparency of these processes.

H-11 BOARD MEMBER ITEMS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, to formalize the review and approval by the School Board Attorney, as to form and legal sufficiency, of all School Board member action items and/or Resolutions seeking a call to action, prior to presentation of these items at the appropriate School Board Committee meetings.

H-12 GIFTED EDUCATION EVALUATION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Evaluate current gifted services and the level of differentiation in the curriculum, which would include surveying students, parents, teachers and administrators about such services; and

2. Determine if a special magnet or school curriculum, or type of training needs to be added or given for the purposes of educating gifted children with dual exceptionalities; and,

3. Explore reinstating the District Parent Advisory Committee for Gifted Education; and,

4. Provide a report by the October 2017 Miami-Dade County School Board meeting.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JULY 12, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 10, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-083 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GO LATINOS MAGAZINE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Public Schools approve Resolution No. 17-083 of The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida recognizing Go Latinos magazine for exemplary journalism positively impacting the community and for their unwavering support of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and its students.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-082 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. CAROLE WALDMAN (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-082 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Carole Waldman.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-084 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CARIBBEAN K-8 CENTER FOR RECEIVING FIRST PLACE IN THE DREAM IN GREEN, GREEN SCHOOLS CHALLENGE AND SECOND PLACE IN THE UNIVISION 23 MIAMI AND BRANDSMART USA 2017 "PREMIO VERDE ESCOLAR" AWARD (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-084 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Caribbean K-8 Center.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • May 2 and May 16, 2017
  • June 13, June 22 and June 29, 2017

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • June 21, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • School Grades

A-2 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, SUPPORT LEGISLATION AND/OR REGULATIONS THAT PROVIDE FOR A HIGHER DEGREE OF SCRUTINY BY THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF STATE RELATED TO ENTITIES THAT ARE APPROVED TO COORDINATE STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMS AS WELL AS TO ENHANCE BACKGROUND SCREENINGS OF HOST FAMILIES TO INCLUDE FINGERPRINT-BASED CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support legislation and/or regulations that provide for a higher degree of scrutiny by the United States Department of State related to entities that are approved to coordinate student exchange programs, as well as to enhance background screenings of host families to include fingerprint-based criminal background checks.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

-Board Member Announcements *

-Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH SIX COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $4,465,476 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2017, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2018, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2017-2018 DISTRICT BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into contractual agreements with six community agencies to operate programs for children with disabilities in an amount not to exceed $4,465,476 effective August 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018, contingent upon approval of the 2017-2018 District Budget, as follows:

  • Association for Retarded Citizens of South Florida, Inc., dba The ARC of South Florida in an amount not to exceed $1,509,701;
  • Easter Seals South Florida, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,088,556;
  • Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $356,543;
  • University of Miami Debbie Institute, in an amount not exceed $672,280;
  • University of Miami, Linda Ray Intervention Center/Department of Psychology, in an amount not to exceed $476,072;
  • United Cerebral Palsy Association of Miami, Inc., dba United Community Options, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $362,324 (K-12 contract in an amount not to exceed $96,000 and B-2 contract in an amount not to exceed $266,324); and

2. utilize an exception stated within School Board Policy 6320, based on the provision of educational and health related services to support students with significant disabilities.

The appropriations for this item will be included in the General Fund of the 2017-2018 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2017, contingent upon approval of the 2017-2018 District Budget.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM MAY 26, 2017 THROUGH JUNE 22, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1097 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from May 26, 2017 through June 22, 2017.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective July 13, 2017.

D-22 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S REALIGNMENT, RESTRUCTURING, AND REORGANIZATION (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the realignment, restructuring, and reorganization to be effective July 13, 2017.

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

  1. A. Mr. Johnny Durham, Lead Custodian, Young Men's Preparatory Academy, suspension without pay for ten (10) calendar days, effective July 13, 2017.
  2. B. Ms. Maydel Fernandez, Teacher, Henry S. West Laboratory School, suspension without pay for seven (7) workdays, effective August 17, 2017.
  3. C. Mr. Marco A. Sierra, Custodian, Young Men's Preparatory Academy, suspension without pay for three (3) calendar days, effective July 13, 2017.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER CONTRACT, AND ELEVEN AMENDED CHARTER CONTRACTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve a new charter school contract with Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy Bay Middle School, for a 5 year term, commencing July 1, 2017, and ending June 30, 2022; and change the school\u2019s name as indicated in the approved application from Mater Academy Cutler Bay Middle Schools to Mater Academy Bay Middle School.

B. Approve eleven (11) amended charter school contracts with:

1. AcadeMir Charter School, Inc., d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School Preparatory (MSID 1015), to increase student enrollment by 200 students from 600 students to a maximum enrollment of 800 students, commencing with the 2017-2018 school year;

2. AcadeMir Charter School, Inc., d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School West (MSID 0410), to add the following addresses and associated folios to their contract to be used for parking and playground facilities: 2710 SW 149 Ave., Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4916-056-0010); 2721 SW 149 Ave., Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4916-056-0020); 2741 SW 149 Ave., Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4916-056-0030); 2761 SW 149 Ave., Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4961-056-0040); 2781 SW 149 Ave., Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4961-056-0050); 2782 SW 149 Ave., Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4961-056-0060); 2762 SW 148 Path, Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4961-056-0070); 2742 SW 148 Path, Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4961-056-0080); 2722 SW 148 Path, Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4961-056-0090); and, 2710 SW 148 Path, Miami, FL 33185 (Folio No. 30-4961-056-0100), commencing the 2017-2018 school year;

3. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy Lakes Middle School (MSID 6033), to add an additional land parcel located at 17200 NW 87th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33015 (Partial use of Folio No.30-2009-001-0540) to be used as a 50-foot pedestrian walkway to connect the two existing addresses in the current charter contract, commencing the 2017-2018 school year;

4. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy Lakes High School (MSID 7018), to add an additional land parcel located at 17200 NW 87th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33015 (Partial use of Folio No.: 30-2009-001-0540) to be used as a 50-foot pedestrian walkway to connect the two existing addresses in the current charter contract, commencing the 2017-2018 school year;

5. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a iMater Academy Middle School (MSID 6014), to add 701 W 20th Street, Hialeah, Florida 33010 (Folio No. 04-3013-034-0122), as an additional adjacent location to the contract to be used as supplemental classrooms and an auditorium, commencing the 2017-2018 school year;

6. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Preparatory Academy Sunset (MSID 5002), to designate the current temporary facility/location, at 11155 SW 112th Avenue, Miami, FL 33174 (Folio No. 30-5007-069-0010) as the permanent location, commencing the 2017-2018 school year;

7. Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc., d/b/a Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Charter Middle School (MSID 6015), commencing the 2017-2018 school year, to:

(i) restrict the current location, 604 NW 12th Avenue, Miami FL, 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-5290), to serve grades 7 and 8 only;

(ii) add the following addresses and associated folio numbers to serve grades 7 and 8 only: 542 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6200); 1220 NW 6 Street, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6210); 534 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6220); 528 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6230); 520 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6390); and 1221 NW 5 Street, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6410);

(iii) add the following addresses and associated folio numbers to serve grade 6 students only: 601 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0170); 1175 NW 6 St., Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0180); and, 619 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0190);

(iv) increase student enrollment by 200 students from 700 students to a maximum enrollment of 900 students, only if the school earns a school accountability grade greater than a \u201cC\u201d; and,

(v) change the legal entity name from Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc., to Sports Leadership and Management, Inc.;

8. Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc., d/b/a Sports Leadership Academy of Miami Charter High School (MSID 7016), commencing the 2017-2018 school year, to:

(i) increase student enrollment by 100 students from 1,000 students to a maximum enrollment of 1,100 students, only if the school earns a school accountability grade greater than a \u201cC\u201d;

(ii) change the legal entity name from Sports Leadership and Management Foundation, Inc., to Sports Leadership and Management, Inc.; and,

(iii) change the name of the school from Sports Leadership Academy of Miami Charter High School to Sports Leadership and Management Charter High School;

9. South Florida Autism Charter Schools, Inc., on behalf of South Florida Autism Charter School (MSID 1070), to receive Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) funds, on a reimbursement basis instead of services, pursuant to s. 1002.33(17) F.S., providing all requirements for accessing these funds are satisfied pursuant to federal and state law and School Board Policy 9800, Charter Schools, commencing the 2017-2018 school year;

10. New Alternative Education High School of Miami-Dade County, Inc., d/b/a Mavericks High of North Miami-Dade County (MSID 7062), to change the name of the school from Mavericks High of North Miami-Dade County to C. G. Bethel High School, commencing the 2017-2018 school year; and,

11. New Alternative Education High School of Miami-Dade County, Inc. d/b/a Mavericks High of South Miami-Dade County (MSID 7065), to change the name of the school from Mavericks High of South Miami-Dade County to Chambers High School commencing the 2017-2018 school year.

C. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

D-66 PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD RULE: INITIAL READING 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5500, Student Conduct and Discipline, and pages to the documents, Code of Student Conduct Elementary and Code of Student Conduct Secondary, which are incorporated by reference and made part of this policy.

D-68 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 7250, Commemoration of School Facilities

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amendments to Board Policy 7250, Commemoration of School Facilities and District Facilities and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective July 12, 2017.

D-69 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 5200, ATTENDANCE; 5511, STUDENT DRESS CODE AND UNIFORMS; 5610, SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION OF STUDENTS; 5845, STUDENT ACTIVITIES; AND 2260.01, SECTION 504 PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend School Board Policies 5200, Attendance; 5511, Student Dress Code and Uniforms; 5610, Suspension and Expulsion of Students; 5845, Student Activities; and 2260.01, Section 504 Procedures for Students with Disabilities, to reflect current District practices with regard to assigning students to Alternative Educational Settings.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending May 2017.

E-14 AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2017-18

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to advertise a 2017-18 Total Millage Levy that is less than the 2016-17 Final Total Millage Levy.

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-019-CV \u2013 CUSTODIAL CHEMICALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-019-CV \u2013 CUSTODIAL CHEMICALS to establish a contract, at firm fixed prices, for the Office of Facilities, with an initial effective date of July 12, 2017 through July 11, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. BUCKEYE CLEANING CENTER, MIAMI
9101 N. W.105 WAY
MEDLEY, FL 33178
OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN H. EHRHARD, DIRECTOR

d. CLEARWATER DISTRIBUTION, INC.
D.B.A. GULFSTAR SUPPLY COMPANY
6450 126TH AVENUE N.
LARGO, FL 33773
OWNER/OFFICER: NICK JURY, PRESIDENT

c. EAST CONTINENTAL SUPPLIES, LLC M/WBE
7955 W. 20TH AVENUE
HIALEAH, FL 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: CLAUDIA CARBONELL, MANAGING MEMBER
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

d. NATIONAL CHEMICAL LABORATORIES, INC.
401 N. 10TH STREET
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19123
OWNER/OFFICER: HARRY POLLACK, PRESIDENT

e. SOUTHEASTERN PAPER GROUP
3850 PORT JACKSONVILLE PARKWAY
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32225
OWNER/OFFICER: E. LEWIS MILLER

f. REJECTED ITEM

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required, for up to the total estimated amount of $4,012,408 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $2,006,204, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-144 AWARD NO. RFP-16-058-MT \u2013 MOBILE DEVICES AND SERVICES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-16-058-MT \u2013 MOBILE DEVICES AND SERVICES, is to select vendor(s) from three (3) manufacturers (Dell, Hewlett Packard (HP), and Lenovo) for mobile device equipment, accessories, peripherals, supplies, maintenance, and support for Miami-Dade County Public Schools students in support of the Digital Convergence initiative, with an initial effective date of July 12, 2017 through July 11, 2020, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension period thereto, as follows:

a. AREY JONES EDUCATIONAL SOLUTIONS
1055 6TH AVENUE, #101
SAN DIEGO, CA 92101
OWNER/OFFICER: PETER SCARPELLA, VP SALES AND MARKETING

SUB-CONTRACTOR:
DADE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, LLC.
SBE Tier 2/MWBE
4805 NW 79th AVENUE #10
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: SANDRA BOHORQUEZ, VP/CONTROLLER
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

b. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC., DBT UDT
8825 NW 21ST TERRACE
DORAL, FL 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: JOE MONTESINOS, SR. ACCOUNT MANAGER

SUB-CONTRACTOR:
IPAD AND IPHONE WAREHOUSE, LLC MBE/MWBE
18149 NE19th AVENUE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FERRELL, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase educational mobile devices and services, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR EIGHT PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept six grant awards and two donations for eight programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners (ELLs), in the approximate amount of $ 8,839,442, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title III, Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (IY), in the approximate amount of $2,435,706, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, in the approximate amount of $76,298,596, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $1,261,580, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers, Part B, in the approximate amount of $1,746,887, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers, Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $270,468, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

g. ECHOS: Science from the Start for in-kind support under the Museum of Science, Inc., in the approximate amount of $228,028, for the period of May 1, 2017 through April 30, 2019; and

h. 1Million Project for in-kind support under Sprint, in the approximate amount of $116,543,125, for the period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2025.

2. Enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

a. Ellevation, in the approximate amount of $867,168, in support of the Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners grant program;

b. Close Up, in the approximate amount of $589,000, in support of the Title III, Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (IY) grant program;

c. Florida International University/Residential Electrical Wiring Program in the approximate amount of $77,000, in support of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B grant program;

d. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $134,446, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers grant program; and

e. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $79,536, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System (FDLRS) Associate Centers, Part B, Preschool grant program.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grants in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A COVENANT RUNNING WITH THE LAND IN FAVOR OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF DR. TONI BILBAO PREPARATORY ACADEMY, LOCATED AT 8905 N.W. 114 AVENUE, DORAL, FLORIDA 33178

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Covenant Running With The Land In Favor Of Miami-Dade County, in connection with the construction of Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy, located at 8905 N.W. 114 Avenue, Doral, Florida 33178, as described in the agenda item.

F-2 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT ON THE CAMPUS OF ROCKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2790 S.W. 93 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement with Florida Power and Light Company for the electrical service requirements associated with distribution equipment on the campus of Rockway Elementary School, located at 2790 S.W. 93 Court, Miami, Florida 33165, as described in the agenda item.

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS BY AND AMONG SOUTHERN ESTATE HOMES, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, FOR:

  • SOUTHERN COVE RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (\u201cSOUTHERN COVE\u201d), 96 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNITS, LOCATED AT 13251 S.W. 232 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND
  • VENTURE HOMES RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (\u201cVENTURE HOMES\u201d), 21 SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL UNITS, LOCATED AT S.W. 226 STREET AND S.W. 129 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA; AND

2. EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE SOUTHERN COVE AND VENTURE HOMES AGREEMENTS; AND

3. GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE SOUTHERN COVE AND VENTURE HOMES AGREEMENTS, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreements by and among Southern Estate Homes, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (\u201capplicant\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, providing for Monetary Proportionate Share Mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, for:

  • Southern Cove Residential Development (\u201cSouthern Cove\u201d), 96 single family residential units, located at 13251 S.W. 232 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida; and
  • Venture Homes Residential Development (\u201cVenture Homes\u201d), 21 single family residential units, located at S.W. 226 Street and S.W. 129 Avenue, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida; and

2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Southern Cove and Venture Homes Agreements; and

3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Southern Cove and Venture Homes Agreements, including, without limitation, issuance of reports and releases, and placing the applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-26 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENT WITH CANYON CONSTRUCTION, INC., TO REFLECT THE COMPANY\u2019S GRADUATION FROM MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE TO SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE STATUS AS A SHELTERED MARKET CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1 MILLION EACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize Amendment to the Agreement with Canyon Construction, Inc., to reflect the company\u2019s graduation to Small Business Enterprise status as a Sheltered Market Construction Management at-Risk firm for Miscellaneous Projects up to $1 million each.

F-40 CHANGE NFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 00223200, General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded school replacement, Miami Norland Senior High School for an additional cost of $59,243.67.

B-2. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01435400, GOB funded renovation project, Springview Elementary for an additional cost of $179,562.24.

F-41 AWARD TO LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC. (LINK), FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW K-8 SCHOOL, LOCATED AT S.W. 167 AVENUE AND S.W. 95 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33196; PROJECT NUMBER 01534700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Link Construction Group, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded New K-8 School, located at S.W. 167 Avenue and S.W. 95 Street, Miami, Florida 33196; Project Number 01534700, on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $11,802,140.

F-58 AWARD TO CAMI-AXLE CONSTRUCTION CORP.
JOB ORDER FOR ALL REGIONS OF THE M-DCPS
SHELTERED MIRCO MARKET CONTRACT MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
CONTRACT # JOC17O-B2

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award for Facilities Operations, Maintenance, on the basis of the weighted factor to the low bidders as follows:

Contract/Project No. JOC17O-B2 on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.8944 to the low bidder:

Cami Axle Construction Corp.
12355 N.E 13 Avenue
Suite 200
Miami, FL 33142

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve three (3) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Proposed Single Bid Limit increase for three (3) delineated applications.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAW 0153, APPOINTEES

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed amendment to Board Bylaw 0153, Appointees, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new and amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective July 12, 2017.

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAW 0165.1, AGENDAS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Bylaw 0165.1, Agendas, and that the pilot program continue through the duration of the rulemaking process.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2017 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY FLYER FOR DISTRIBUTION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2017 Welcome Back to School Safety Flyer for distribution during the first week of school.

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2017 INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE \u201cWALKSAFE\u201d PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM, DURING THE WEEK OF THE EVENT (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2017 International \u201cWalk to School Day\u201d, and implement the \u201cWalkSafe\u201d pedestrian safety program curriculum during the week of the event.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS MOBILE \u201cAPP\u201d (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of developing a School Board member icon within the M-DCPS mobile application that will give the user direct access to School Board members individual websites which include information from their respective districts, and report back to the Board by the September 6, 2017 School Board Meeting.

H-6 LEGAL UPDATES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the School Board Attorney to provide regular updates to the Board on any ongoing cases, at the state and/or national level, that may have a future impact on education policy.

H-7 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2017 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October 2017 as National Principals Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-8 SOCIAL ISOLATION PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. research possible social isolation professional development programs offered throughout the United States that may be implemented in Miami-Dade County Public Schools starting in the elementary grades, particularly those that may be offered at no-cost; and

2. report back to the Board by October 11, 2017.

H-9 TRANSITWAY ACCESS (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Public Schools support Miami-Dade County Legislative Item File Number 171452 and authorize the Superintendent to provide assistance, as necessary and appropriate, to the County for the purpose of this analysis.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

JULY 26, 2017 FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING 6:00 P.M.
SBAB AUDITORIUM

The agenda for regular meetings is published on the Wednesday prior to the Board meeting. The summary agenda will normally be posted here on the Thursday preceding the meeting. Revisions will generally be posted on Friday, and Tuesday PM prior to the meeting.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AT THE FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132, NO LATER THAN 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, JULY 25, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

AGENDA ITEMS

SP-1 TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2017-18

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. tentatively adopt the millage rates below:

  a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;

  b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 4.526 mills; and Debt Service levy of .220 mills.

\u00a02. tentatively adopt the millage resolution for FY 2017-18 for a total of 6.994 mills.

SP-2 TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2017-18 BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. tentatively adopt the FY 2017-18 Annual Budget, which consists of the budget approved for advertising on July 12, 2017, as well as the adjustments shown on Attachment A, and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on July 26, 2017; and

2. approve the FY 2017-18 School Allocation Plan.

SP-3 ADOPTION OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR USE OF DISTRICT DISCRETIONARY LOTTERY FUNDS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the above policies and procedures and approve the use of District Discretionary Lottery Funds appropriated by the Legislature to fund the designated portion of the Educational Excellence School Advisory Council and the balance of the allocation be used to fund elementary counselors.

NOTE: AGENDA ITEMS SP-1, SP-2 AND SP-3 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

AUGUST 9, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 7, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-087 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE KENDALL FEDERATION OF HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-087 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Kendall Federation of Homeowner Associations.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-085 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. CAROL CORTES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-085 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Carol Cortes.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO.17-086 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND WOMEN\u2019S EQUALITY DAY, AUGUST 26, 2017 (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-086 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County recognizing The League of Women Voters of Miami-Dade County and Women\u2019s Equality Day, August 26, 2017.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-089 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GIRL POWER, INC. (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County,
Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-089 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Girl Power, Inc.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • July 20 and 27, 2017

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • July 12, 2017 School Board Meeting
  • July 26, 2017 First Budget Public Hearing

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM JUNE 23, 2017 THROUGH JULY 13, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1098 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from June 23, 2017 through July 13, 2017.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective August 10, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

D-22 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN\u2019S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contractual services agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Citizen\u2019s Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County, Inc., in an amount of $71,000 for one (1) year, commencing on September 1, 2017 and ending on August 31, 2018.

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Mr. Stephen D. Greer, Teacher, South Dade Senior High School, suspension without pay for two (2) workdays; effective August 10, 2017.

D-67 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the attached list of out-of-county/out-of-state trips for the 2017-2018 school year for use in conjunction with School Board Policy 2340 \u2013 Field and Other District-Sponsored Trips.

D-68 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ACCEPT A DONATION, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,000 FROM THE MIAMI HEAT, TO CONTINUE OPERATING AN AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM ENTITLED THE HEAT ACADEMY AT PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER, JESSE J. MCCRARY, JR., AND RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS DURING THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a donation, in an amount not to exceed $250,000 from The Miami HEAT to continue operating an after-school academic program, entitled, The HEAT Academy, at Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center, Jesse J. McCrary, Jr., and Riverside Elementary Schools during the 2017-2018 school year.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED ADULT AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION CENTERS/TECHNICAL COLLEGES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Adult and Community Education Centers/Technical Colleges.

E-88 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUDIT PLAN AND AU 260 COMMUNICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING JUNE 30, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida Audit Plan and AU 260 Communication for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2017.

E-106 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2018 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, tentatively approve for planning purposes, the following schedule of Board meeting dates for the period January-December 2018: January 17, February 21, March 21, April 25, May 16 (Instructional Material Public Hearing/Regular Meeting), June 20, July 18, July 25 (First Budget Public Hearing), August 15, September 5 (Regular Meeting/Second Budget Public Hearing), October 10, November 20 (Organization Meeting/Regular Meeting), and December 19. The final listing of meeting dates for 2018 will be established by the Board at the 2017 Organization Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 14, 2017.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept a grant award from:

a. United Way of Miami-Dade for funding under the Early Head Start-Child Care Partnership, in the approximate amount of $312,500, for the grant period of June 1, 2017, through July 31, 2021.

2. enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements, as authorized, through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grants in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the Florida Department of Education;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE LEASE AGREEMENTS WITH UNITED WAY OF MIAMI-DADE, INC. (\u201cUNITED WAY\u201d), FOR USE OF SPACE AT THE LILLIE C. EVANS K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1895 N.W. 75 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33147; AND CAROL CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4375 N.W. 173 DRIVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33055, TO OPERATE EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS;

2) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AMENDMENT WITH UNITED WAY FOR USE OF SPACE AT THE ETHEL F. BECKFORD/RICHMOND PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 16929 S.W. 104 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33157, TO EXPAND ITS EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENTS AND LEASE AMENDMENT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, INCREASING OR DECREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY UNITED WAY, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENTS, AND PLACING UNITED WAY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) finalize negotiations and execute Lease Agreements with United Way of Miami-Dade, Inc. (\u201cUnited Way\u201d), for use of space at the Lillie C. Evans K-8 Center, located at 1895 N.W. 75 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33147; and Carol City Elementary School, located at 4375 N.W. 173 Drive, Miami Gardens, Florida 33055, to operate early Head Start programs;

2) finalize negotiations and execute a Lease Amendment with United Way for use of space at the Ethel F. Beckford/Richmond Primary Learning Center campus, located at 16929 S.W. 104 Avenue, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33157, to expand its early Head Start program; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreements and Lease Amendment, including without limitation, increasing or decreasing the area occupied by United Way, renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Agreements, and placing United Way in default, as may be applicable.

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OFMIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 193 STREET LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 32-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 2560 NE 193 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS;

2. EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND

3. GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among 193 Street LLC, a Florida limited liability company (\u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 32-unit residential development located at 2560 NE 193 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County And Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF JORGE A. GUTIERREZ, ARCHITECT, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 2 SERVICES (FULL A/E SERVICES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT REDLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 16001 S.W. 248 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33031, PROJECT NUMBER 01440100 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Jorge A. Gutierrez, Architect, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for Part 2 Services (Full A/E Services) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Redland Middle School, located at 16001 S.W. 248 Street, Homestead, Florida 33031, Project Number 01440100, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $149,000 for Part 2 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-35 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNUAL SAFETY-TO-LIFE INSPECTION DOCUMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Annual Safety-to-Life Inspection Documents.

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL(revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1 Change Order No. 4 on Project Number 01329500, General Obligation Bond funded School Replacement, Bunche Park Elementary for an additional cost of $135,933.00

B-2 Change Order No. 6 on Project Number 01138500, General Obligation Bond funded School Replacement, Frederick Douglass Elementary for an additional cost of $134,020.00

F-41 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE THE ABSOLUTE BILL OF SALE AGREEMENT TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVE THE BUNCHE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 16001 BUNCHE PARK DRIVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, 33054, PROJECT NUMBER 01329500; AND TO CONVEY THE SUBJECT UTILITY LINES IN FAVOR OF AND TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH (revised)

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize for the Chair and Secretary to execute the Absolute Bill of Sale Agreement to the City of North Miami Beach for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to serve the Bunche Park Elementary School, located at 16001 Bunche Park Drive, Miami Gardens, Florida, 33054, Project Number 01329500; and to convey the subject utility lines in favor of and to the City of North Miami Beach

F-42 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT MEADOWLANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4280 WEST 8 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012; PROJECT NUMBER 01434800 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award Guaranteed Maximum Price to Link Construction Group, Inc., for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Meadowlane Elementary School, located at 4280 West 8 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33012; Project Number 01434800 in the amount of $4,823,153.00 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $215,688.00

F-44 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY, PHASE 2B, LOCATED AT 13835 N.W. 97 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33018; PROJECT NUMBER 01439704 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award Guaranteed Maximum Price to D. Stephenson Construction, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at West Lakes Preparatory Academy Phase 2B, located at 13835 N.W. 97 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018; Project Number 01439704, in the amount of $5,330,683.00 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $ 265,347.00

F-46 AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW SECONDARY FACILITY AT THE DR. MICHAEL M. KROP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 1410 N.E. 215 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33179; PROJECT NUMBER 01649000 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Thornton Construction Company, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded New Secondary Facility at the Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School Site at 1410 N.E. 215 Street, Miami, Florida 33179; Project Number 01649000, on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $6,837,189.00.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve three (3) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Proposed Single Bid Limit increase for two (2) delineated applications.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. CHEVAS CLEMENTS - DOAH CASE NO. 17-0663TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Chevas Clements, DOAH Case No. 17-0663TTS, and awarding Respondent back pay for his thirty (30) workday suspension.

G-2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. DANIEL GARCIA, DOAH Case No. 17-3230TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of Miami-Dade County School Board v. Daniel Garcia, DOAH Case No. 17-3230TTS, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension already served and reinstating him to his position as a teacher with the School Board, under the conditions specified in the Settlement Agreement.

G-3 AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE OR JOIN LITIGATION REGARDING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF HB 7069 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize:

(1) the School Board Attorney to join litigation challenging those specific provisions of HB 7069 that raise constitutional and legal issues as soon as practicable;

(2) funding for the litigation to be allocated from non-public funds, such as funds received through the settlement of the BP oil litigation, which shall not exceed $30,000, without additional School Board approval;

(3) with regard to the potential or active litigation, the Board Attorney is to provide the Board with monthly updates to ensure that the Board is fully informed and engaged;

(4) notwithstanding the power of the School Board Attorney to join litigation, all elements of negotiation that would provide a reprieve shall be envisioned, explored, and exhausted by the Superintendent and the School Board Attorney; and

(5) when appropriate request approval from the School Board to initiate any individual litigation on behalf of the School Board.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROMOTE THE SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM IN CONJUNCTION WITH \u201cWALK OUR CHILDREN TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

1. Continue encouraging student participation in the School Breakfast Program at all Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and,

2. Encourage adult participation, if feasible, in the School Breakfast Program on October 4, 2017 in conjunction with the International \u201cWalk Our Children to School Day.\u201d

H-4 ONLINE AND SOCIAL MEDIA COMMUNICATION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Review current policy regarding acceptable use of communication to see where protections can be implemented; and,

2. Provide a report no later than the November 2017 School Board meeting.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2017 THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2017 (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Hispanic Heritage Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools from September 15th through October 15, 2017.

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 27, 2017, AS \u201cDADS TAKE YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse September 27, 2017, as \u201cDads Take Your Child to School Day\u201d throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF \u201cETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2017\u201d IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse \u201cEthical Governance Day 2017\u201d to take place on October 19, 2017 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Commission on Ethics and Public Trust.

H-8 PROCEDURES FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT BOARD MEETINGS

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policy 0169.1(D), Public Participation at Board Meetings, to require persons wishing to address the Board to provide their legal name on the District authorized speaker form.

H-10 WATER ON EVERY PLATE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of providing our students drinking water on every plate during meals as part of the National School Lunch Program.

H-11 ENDORSE THE CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT AND THE DISTRICT\u2019S ONGOING EFFORTS TOWARDS PROTECTING OUR YOUTH BY RAISING AWARENESS OF FENTANYL AND OTHER DANGEROUS NARCOTICS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the law related educational program titled \u201cYouth Exposure of Opioids and Drugs\u201d which will be taught by the City of Miami Police Department and Miami-Dade Schools Police Department. This program supports the District\u2019s ongoing efforts towards protecting our youth by raising awareness of fentanyl and other dangerous narcotics.

H-12 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND DISTRICT JOINT USE AGREEMENT OF DEVON AIRE PARK (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent:

1. to notify Miami-Dade County, municipalities, and other jurisdictional entities with whom the District currently has a
JUA, that they shall provide notification to the District in a expeditious manner of any environmental contamination
findings and or other findings and also proposed closures of areas under a JUA, including any and all pertinent
documentation supporting such closures; and

2. verify that there is no contamination on the property under consideration for a JUA.

H-13 HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA DESIGNATION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida encourage the Superintendent to:

1. acquaint parents and students with the District\u2019s Diploma Pathways materials as early as middle school to ensure proper academic planning;

2. promote to the community the availability of the various high school diploma designations as a mechanism to raise awareness of the rigorous academic offerings provided in our public schools; and

3. to provide a letter of recognition to the parent or guardian of students achieving a diploma designation, including a brief explanation of the achievement; and

4. to implement the aforementioned process no later than January 2018 to facilitate graduation orientation and related activities.

H-14 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) ENERGY COST CONTAINMENT PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to:

1. review the current energy management practices in Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2. proffer any additional initiatives and/or appropriate Board policy revisions;

3. determine if any of the proposed recommendations can be implemented within existing budgets or if additional funds may be necessary; and

4. provide a report to the Board with recommendations and potential cost avoidance opportunities by November 15, 2017.

H-15 REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO ENDORSE SEPTEMBER 2017 AS NATIONAL CHILDHOOD OBESITY AWARENESS MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida endorse September 2017 as National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-16 STATE LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM 2018- AMEND FLORIDA STATE STATUTES 200.065 (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, include in its 2018 State Legislative Platform amending Florida State Statutes 200.065 stipulating that a tax increase is advertised if the tax rate levied exceeds the prior year\u2019s total tax rate levy.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 REGULARBOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
BUDGETPUBLIC HEARING 6:00 P.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M.,TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AT THE 6:00 P.M. BUDGET PUBLICHEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools,1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-095 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PAPA KEITH (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County,
Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-095 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Papa Keith.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-096 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING OMAR BLANCO AND THE METRO-DADE IAFF LOCAL 1403 FIREFIGHTERS (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-096 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Omar Blanco and the Metro-Dade IAFF Local 1403 Firefighters.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-093 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TELETONUSA FOUNDATION (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-093 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing TeletonUSA Foundation.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-090 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AIR BASE K-8 CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AS A U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION GREEN RIBBON SCHOOL (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-090 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County recognizing Air Base K‑8 Center for International Education for their designation as a Green Ribbon School award recipient by the U.S. Department of Education.

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-091 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING \u201cTOPICAL CURRENTS\u201d CREATOR AND HOST JOSEPH COOPER AND CO-HOST BONNIE BERMAN FOR THEIR YEARS OF SERVICE TO WLRN AND OUR COMMUNITY (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-091 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing \u201cTopical Currents\u201d Creator and Host Joseph Cooper and Co-Host Bonnie Berman For Their Years of Service to WLRN and Our Community.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-092 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GLORIA AND EMILIO ESTEFAN (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-092 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Gloria and Emilio Estefan.

B-10 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-094 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CELEBRATING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF DIANDRE INCERA AND RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER AS LEARNING DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH (replacement)

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Miami Senior High School Flutist

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • August 9, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

NOTE: AGENDA ITEMS E-14, E-15 and E-16 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (revised)

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2370, MAGNET PROGRAMS / SCHOOLS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend School Board Policy 2370, Magnet Programs / Schools, to reflect current District practices with regard to application and selection of students, as well as operational procedures pertaining to magnet programs /schools.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM JULY 14, 2017 THROUGH AUGUST 10, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1099 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from July 14, 2017 through August 10, 2017.

D-21 1. REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PER&ONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (revised)

2. CHANGE/UPDATE THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO A MANAGERIAL EXEMPT JOB DESCRIPTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

1. recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective September 7, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item; and

2. change/update the minimum qualifications to the job description of Controller, MEP, pay grade 25, Office of the Controller.

D-22 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1242 AND 3242, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (revised)

RECOMMEND: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policies 1242 and 3242, Professional Development.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

RECOMMENDED: 1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:

A) Mr. Raul Amores, Teacher, West Miami Middle School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) workdays, effective September 7, 2017.
B)Mr. Edwin A. Bonilla, Teacher, Alonzo and Tracy Mourning Senior High School, suspension without pay for twenty-five (25)workdays, effective September 7, 2017.
C)Mr. Miguel D. Castineira, Teacher, Kinloch Park Middle School, suspension without pay for seven (7) workdays, effective September 7, 2017.
D)Mr. Leon E. Dixon, Teacher, Holmes Elementary School, suspension wilhout pay for three (3) workdays, effective September 7, 2017.
E)Mr. Windora D. Joyce, School Security Monitor, suspension without pay for twenty (20) workdays, effective September 7, 2017.
F)Mr. Brian M. Lewis, Teacher, Citrus Grove Middle School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective September 7, 2017.
G)Mr. Jeffrey K. Morris, School Security Monitor, suspension without pay for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective September 7, 2017.
H)Ms. Shanikqua M. Murray, Teacher, Crestview Elementary School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective September 7, 2017.
I)Mr. James A. Pringle, Part-Time Food Service Worker I, Poinciana Park Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10) qilendar days, effective September 7, 2017.
J)Mr. Mario Rodriguez, Teacher, Riverside Elementary School, suspension without pay for three (3) workdays, effective September 7, 2017.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:

A)Mr. David A. Dooley, Custodian, Dr. Rolando Espinosa K-8 Center, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective September 7, 2017.
B)Ms. Silvia T. Jardines, Teacher, William H. Turner Technical Arts High School, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective September 7, 2017.
C)Mr. David S. Loeffler, Teacher, Irving & Beatrice Peskoe K-8 Center, suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings, effective September 7, 2017.
D)Mr. Willie D. Mack, Head Custodian, North Miami Beach Senior High School, demotion to Lead Custodian, effective September 7, 2017.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE AMENDED CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve an amendment to the charter school contract for BridgePrep Academy, Inc. on behalf of BridgePrep Academy of Village Green (MSID 3034), to change the location of the school\u2019s second campus to a permanent facility located at 12001 SW 72 Street, Miami, Florida 33183 (Folio No. 30-4925-000-0850) due to safety-to-life issues for students and staff, retroactive to the beginning of the 2017-18 school year and ending June 30, 2021.

D-66 PROPOSED RENAMING OF ACADEMY FOR COMMUNITY EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the renaming of Academy for Community Education located at 8950 N.W. 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33150, to Dr. Marvin Dunn Academy for Community Education.

D-67 PROPOSED RENAMING OF JAN MANN OPPORTUNITY SCHOOL MADIE IVES COMMUNITY SCHOOL AND MIAMI MACARTHUR SOUTH (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. waive the School Facilities Naming/Renaming Committee process; and

2. accept the recommendation of the Superintendent to rename Jan Mann Opportunity School located at 16101 N.W. 44th Court, Miami Gardens, FL 33054, to Jan Mann Educational Center.

3. accept the recommendation of the Superintendent to rename Madie Ives Community Elementary School located at 20770 N.E. 14th Avenue, Miami, FL 33179, to Madie Ives K-8 Preparatory Academy.

4. accept the recommendation of the Superintendent to rename Miami MacArthur South located at 13990 S.W. 264th Street, Miami, FL 33032, to Miami MacArthur Educational Center.

D-68 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM AUGUST 18, 2017 THROUGH AUGUST 17, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into contractual agreements with community agencies for the Department of Food and Nutrition to provide meals/snacks for participants in their programs from August 18, 2017 through August 17, 2018, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods upon written confirmation from both parties for a maximum of three (3) years in total; and to contract with other agencies that may be recommended for contract by the Department of Food and Nutrition during this school year.

D-69 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trips to:

1. Dublin, Ireland; London, England; and Paris, France for the students at Coral Gables Senior High School;

2. Emerald Isle, Dublin, Galway, Killarney, Cork, Kilkenny, Ireland for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior School;

3. Amsterdam, Netherlands; Brussels, Belgium; Paris, France; and London, England for the students at G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School;

4. Madrid, Cordoba, and Seville, Spain for the students at International Studies Preparatory Academy;

5. Athens, Corinth, Olympia, and Delphi, Greece for the students at Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer;

6. Rome and Florence, Italy; Delphi, Igoumenitsa, and Athens, Greece for the students at Miami Beach Senior High School;

7. Madrid, Cordova, and Seville, Spain for the students at Miami Coral Park Senior High School;

8. Paris and Versailles, France for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School;

9. Venice, Florence, and Rome, Italy for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School;

10. Madrid, Zaragoza, and Barcelona, Spain for the students at Southwest Miami Senior High School.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 APPROVAL OF ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AND THE FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM COST REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the Annual Financial Report for 2016-17 and the Florida Education Finance Program Cost Report for 2016-17; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to submit the approved reports to the Florida Department of Education.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR APRIL, MAY and JUNE 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,602 deletions with a depreciated cost of $868,533 and 97 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $106,189 to update the records for April, May and June 2017.

E-14 ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2017-18

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. adopt the millage rates below:

a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;

b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 4.526 mills; and

c) Debt Service levy of .220 mills.

2. adopt the millage rates for FY 2017-18 for a total of 6.994 mills which represents a decrease of .328 mills compared to FY 2016-17.

E-15 ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt the Educational Facilities Plan and the Five-Year Facilities Work Program for FY 2017-18 through FY 2021-22.

2. authorize the Superintendent to make minor budget, project and schedule adjustments, if necessary, and report in writing to the Board.

E-16 FINAL ADOPTION OFTHE FY 2017-18 BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the FY 2017-18 Annual Budget by approving changes from the Tentative Adopted Budget as enumerated on pages 2 through 11 and the revenues and appropriations delineated on the official state budget forms and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on September 6, 2017.

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2016-17 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2016-17 General Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues and appropriations by $(32,330,507); and

b. adopt Summary of Revenues and Appropriations and the Summary of Appropriations by Function.

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2016-17 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2016-17 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review, accepting donations, amending revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $7,617,974 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described in the agenda item and summarized on page 5 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 3, FY 2016-17 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review.

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2016-17 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 3, FY 2016-17 Debt Service Funds Final Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $ 2,222,047.

E-20 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2016-17 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt resolution No. 3, FY 2016-17 Contracted Programs Fund Final Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $4,746,415 and

b. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-21 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2016-17 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2016-17 Food Service Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $2,838,959 decreasing appropriations by $3,766,782 and increasing ending fund balance by $927,823.

E-22 RESOLUTION NO. 1 FY 2016-17 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND AND RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2016-17 SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2016-17 Miscellaneous Special Revenue \u2013 School Board Law Enforcement Trust Fund \u2013 Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $291,148, increasing appropriations by $150,343 and increasing ending fund balance by $140,805 as shown on the schedule on page 3 of 4 of the agenda item; and

2. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2016-17 Miscellaneous Special Revenue \u2013 School Board Special Events Trust Fund - Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $20,392, decreasing appropriations by $60,564 and increasing ending fund balance by $40,172 as shown on the schedule on page 4 of 4 of the agenda item.

E-23 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2016-17 Internal Service Fund FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 3, the FY 2016-17 Internal Service Fund Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $7,180,919, decreasing expenses by $25,579,376 and increasing net position by $32,760,295 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

E-24 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2016-17 fiduciary Fund \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2016-17 Fiduciary Fund - Pension Trust - Final Budget Review, increasing additions, deductions and net position by $1,917,338 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

E-25 RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2016-17 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 2 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2016-17 Categorical Program as shown on the attached form in the amount of $16,904,107.90.

E-26 ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1 ON THE USE OF FY 2017-18 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 1 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2017-18 Categorical Programs as shown on the attached form in the amount of $12,014,407.

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO REIMBURSE MIAMI DADE COLLEGE FOR ONE HALF OF THE COMMERCIAL PACKAGE POLICY AND EXCESS LIABILITY POLICY INSURING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND MIAMI DADE COLLEGE FOR NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize reimbursement of $18,447.09, representing one half of the annual renewal premiums for the commercial package and excess liability policies for the New World School of the Arts, to Miami Dade College, covering both Miami-Dade County Public Schools and Miami Dade College, with Philadelphia Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+, IX), effective August 13, 2017 through August 12, 2018.

E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO APPOINT ONE REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD 401(K) ADVISORY COUNCIL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida appoint Mr. Ron Steiger, Chief Financial Officer, as one of the two official representatives of the Board to serve on the Vista Management Company 401(k) Advisory Council, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute the included agreement on behalf of the Board, indemnifying Mr. Ron Steiger from personal liability while serving as one of the Board\u2019s duly authorized representatives on the Vista Management Company 401(k) Advisory Council.

E-143AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-16-065-CH - SERVICES FOR AN ALTERNATIVE DROPOUT PREVENTION SCHOOL (EDUCATIONAL SERVICES FOR AT-RISK STUDENTS)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request for Proposal No. RFP-16-065-CH \u2013 Services for an Alternative Dropout Prevention School (Educational Services for At-Risk Students) is to select preapproved vendors to provide adult educational programs, with an initial effective date of September 6, 2017 through September 5, 2020, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. ACCELERATION ACADEMIES, LLC
910 WEST VAN BUREN, SUITE 315
CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60607
OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID SUNDSTROM, MANAGING MEMBER

b. CATAPULT LEARNING, LLC
TWO AQUARIUM DRIVE, SUITE 100
CAMDEN, NJ 08103
OWNER/OFFICER: CATAPULT HOLDINGS, INC, TITLE MANAGER

SUBCONTRACTOR:

SPECIALIZED EDUCATION OF FLORIDA, INC.
1450 BRICKELL AVENUE, SUITE 1900
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: ANDREA VARGAS, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to the preapproved vendors providing income generating services for an alternative dropout prevention school and educational services for at-risk students, as may be required of these services, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s).

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR SEVEN PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept six grant awards and one donation for seven programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged, in the approximate amount of $138,246,735, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part C, Education of Migratory Children, in the approximate amount of $1,245,376, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part D, Programs for Neglected and Delinquent Youth, in the approximate amount of $475,054, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title II, Part A, Teacher and Principal Training & Recruiting Fund, in the approximate amount of $12,148,493, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Adults with Disabilities Grant Program, in the approximate amount of $1,125,208, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

f. Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. for funding under the King Carter Academy of Trade & Logistics, in the approximate amount of $883,500, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2019; and

g. Florida International University for in-kind support under the Florida International University After-School All-Stars program, in the approximate amount of $1,924,845, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018.

2. Enter into contractual services agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grants, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

a. City Year, Inc., in the approximate amount of $1,568,479, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

b. Embrace Girls Foundation, in the approximate amount of $75,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

c. Overtown Youth Center, Inc., in the approximate amount of $250,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program;

d. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Miami, in the approximate amount of $80,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program; and

e. Cloud9World, in the approximate amount of $200,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving the Academic Achievement of the Disadvantaged grant program.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grants in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amounts approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. upon cessation of the grant funds, any grant-funded position will be eliminated, and the impacted employee(s) will be placed on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

E-202 ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2018 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt the proposed 2018 State and Federal Legislative Programs; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to use District resources and to advocate for the best interest of the District on issues at the state and federal levels that may have fiscal, local control, and/or governance impact on Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 operations, but does not have major policy implications, provided such issues are reported to the Board.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF:

1. A REQUEST FROM MARTIN FINE VILLAS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY KNOWN AS MARTIN FINE VILLAS, LOCATED AT 780 N.W. 13 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33125; AND

2. A REQUEST FROM TALCOCY TUSCONY COVE I, LLLP, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY KNOWN AS TUSCANY COVE I, LOCATED AT 5900 N.W. 7 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33127

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recommend approval to Miami-Dade County of the following:

1) a request from Martin Fine Villas, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company, for exemption from educational facilities impact fees in connection with a proposed housing project for the elderly known as Martin Fine Villas, located at 780 N.W. 13 Court, Miami, Florida 33125; and

2) a request from Talcocy Tuscony Cove I, LLLP, a Florida Limited Liability Limited Partnership, for exemption from educational facilities impact fees in connection with a proposed housing project for the elderly known as Tuscany Cove I, located at 5900 N.W. 7 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127.

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (revised)

1. NEGOTIATE WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d) AND DEVELOP APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTS FOR CONSIDERATION BY THE BOARD AT A FUTURE MEETING, TO ACHIEVE THE FOLLOWING:

A. SCHOOL CAPACITY AMPLIFICATION TO SERVE THE BRICKELL AREA GENERALLY SOUTH OF THE MIAMI RIVER THROUGH CONSTRUCTION BY THE BOARD OF AN EDUCATIONAL FACILITY ON THE COUNTY-OWNED PUBLIC HOUSING SITE LOCATED AT 945 S.W. 3RD AVENUE, MIAMI, FL, 33130 (THE \u201cSITE\u201d) ADJACENT TO THE GALLERY AT WEST BRICKELL;

B. AFFORDABLE AND/OR WORKFORCE HOUSING OPPORTUNITITES FOR DISTRICT EMPLOYEES THROUGH CONSTRUCTION BY THE BOARD AND FUNDING BY THE COUNTY OF APARTMENTS ON THE SITE ;

2. PURSUE WITH THE COUNTY, THE OMNI CRA (THE \u201cCRA\u201d) A PARTNERSHIP WHICH WOULD INCLUDE EDUCATIONAL FACILITY ENHANCEMENTS AT PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ADJACENT OVERTOWN COMMUNITY AND STAKEHOLDERS, IN EXCHANGE FOR DEVELOPMENT BY THE COUNTY OF A PORTION OF THE SITE FOR AFFORDABLE AND/OR WORKFORCE HOUSING AND RELATED AMENITIES, AND REPORT BACK TO THE BOARD AT A FUTURE MEETING WITH THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTS FOR ITS CONSIDERATION

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. negotiate with Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d) and develop appropriate documents for consideration by the Board at a future meeting, to achieve the following:

A. school capacity amplification to serve the Brickell area generally south of the Miami River through construction by the Board of an educational facility on the County-owned public housing site located at 945 S.W. 3rd Avenue, Miami, FL, 33130 (the \u201cSite\u201d) adjacent to The Gallery at West Brickell;

B. affordable and/or workforce housing opportunities for District employees through construction by the Board and funding by the County of apartments on the site;

2. pursue with the County, and the Omni CRA (the \u201cCRA\u201d) a partnership which would include educational facility enhancements at Phillis Wheatley Elementary School for the benefit of the adjacent Overtown community and stakeholders, in exchange for development by the County of a portion of the site for affordable and/or workforce housing and related amenities, and report back to the Board at a future meeting with the appropriate documents for its consideration.

F-5 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A NON-BINDING MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE OMNI COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (CRA), THAT ADDRESSES THE FOLLOWING FRAMEWORK:

A. COLLABORATION AMONG THE DISTRICT, CRA AND CITY OF MIAMI TO IDENTIFY FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITY ENHANCEMENT AND CAPACITY AMPLIFICATION FOR iPREP AND PHILLIS WHEATLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AS WELL AS AFFORDABLE AND/OR WORKFORCE HOUSING CO-LOCATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR LOCAL COMMUNITY AND DISTRICT EMPLOYEES; AND

B. POSSIBLE CRA CREATED TAX INCENTIVES AND/OR CREDITS FOR BOARD-OWNED PROPERTIES WITHIN THE OMNI CRA BOUNDARIES, NAMELY THE 9-ACRE SBAB PORTFOLIO FOR POTENTIAL FUTURE DEVELOPMENT, SHOULD THE CRA\u2019S LIFE BE EXTENDED, AND SHOULD THE BOARD DECIDE TO SURPLUS A PORTION OR ALL OF SAID PORTFOLIO IN THE FUTURE

2. IF DISCUSSIONS PROVE SUCCESSFUL, BRING AN ITEM BACK TO THE BOARD WITH ADDITIONAL DETAILS, INCLUDING ANY RECOMMENDED STEPS OR REQUIRED DOCUMENTS, FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. negotiate and execute a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding with the Omni Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA), that addresses the following framework:

A. collaboration among the District, CRA and City of Miami to identify funding opportunities for educational facility enhancement and capacity amplification for iPrep and Phillis Wheatley Elementary School, as well as affordable and/or workforce housing co-location opportunities for local community and District employees; and

B. possible CRA created tax incentives and/or credits for Board-owned properties within the Omni CRA boundaries, namely the 9-acre SBAB portfolio for potential future development, should the CRA\u2019s life be extended, and should the Board decide to surplus a portion or all of said portfolio in the future.

2. if discussions prove successful, bring an item back to the Board with additional details, including any recommended steps or required documents, for Board consideration.

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $2,206,501 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-21 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $13,862,557 and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF PALENZUELA & HEVIA DESIGN GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 2 SERVICES (FULL A/E SERVICES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GREYNOLDS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1536 N.E. 179 STREET, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162, PROJECT NUMBER 01423700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Palenzuela & Hevia Design Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (Sheltered Market - Micro Business Enterprise) for Part 2 Services (Full A/E Services) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Greynolds Park Elementary School, located at 1536 N.E. 179 Street, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162, Project Number 01423700, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $170,000 for Part 2 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE AGREEMENT WITH MAX WOLFE STURMAN ARCHITECT, INC., AS AN ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT, SHELTERED MARKET, SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $1 MILLION EACH, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM, BY THE ADDITION OF YOUSSEF HACHEM CONSULTING ENGINEERING, INC., AS A STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR THE REMAINING TERM OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to the Agreement with Max Wolfe Sturman Architect, Inc., as an Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant, Sheltered Market, Small Business Enterprise, for miscellaneous projects with construction budgets up to $1 million, for a four-year term, by the addition of Youssef Hachem Consulting Engineering, Inc., as a Structural Engineering sub-consultant for the remaining term of the Agreement, as follows:

1) At no additional cost to the Board; and

2) With no other changes to the original Agreement.

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order No. 5 on Project Number 01329500, General Obligation Bond funded replacement, Bunche Park Elementary for an additional cost of $37,804.76.

B- 2. Change Order No. 2 on Project Number 01439300, General Obligation Bond funded, New K-8 Center in Doral (Phase 1), Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy for an additional cost of $133,559.00.

B-3. Change Order No. 7 on Project Number 01138500, General Obligation Bond funded school replacement, Frederick Douglass Elementary for an additional cost of $93,510.81.

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT HIALEAH-MIAMI LAKES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7977 WEST 12 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33014; PROJECT NUMBER 01326600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to Link Construction Group, Inc., for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, located at 7977 West 12 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33014; Project Number 01326600, in the amount of $5,165,622.00 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $211,672.00

F-42 AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITIONS, RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT AIR BASE K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 12829 S.W. 272 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33032; PROJECT NUMBER 01442800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Thornton Construction Company, Inc., for the General Obligation Bond funded additions, renovations and repairs project at Air Base K-8 Center, located at 12829 S.W. 272 Street, Miami, Florida 33032; Project Number 01442800; on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $6,014,922.48.

F-43 AWARD TO LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW K-8 SCHOOL, LOCATED AT S.W. 167 AVENUE & S.W. 95 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33196; PROJECT NUMBER 01534700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Link Construction Group, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded New K-8 School, located at S.W. 167 Avenue and S.W. 95 Street, Miami, Florida 33196; Project Number 01534700, on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $11,802,140.

F-56 AWARD ROOFING TERM BID - SHELTERED MARKET (MICRO AND SMALL BUSINESS) TO THE LOW BIDDERS, AS FOLLOWS:

1) PRECAD, INC. d/b/a PRUDENTIS ROOFING

2) G-7 HOLDINGS, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award Roofing Term Bid Sheltered Market (Micro and Small Business) on the basis of the adjustment factor to the low bidders as follows:

1. Precad, Inc. d/b/a Prudentis Roofing
7003 N. Waterway Drive #202
Miami, FL 33155

Adjustment factor 1.095

2. G-7 Holdings, Inc.
1602 Alton Road #602
Miami Beach, FL 33139

Adjustment factor 1.150

F-57 AWARD ROOFING TERM BID OPEN MARKET TO THE LOW BIDDERS, AS FOLLOWS:

1) ATLAS-APEX ROOFING, LLC.

2) A-1 DURAN ROOFING, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award Roofing Term Bid Open Market, on the basis of the adjustment factor to the low bidders as follows:

1. Atlas-Apex Roofing, LLC.
271 N.E. 32 Street
Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33334

Project No. 01729100-B Open Market Contract on the basis of the adjustment factor 0.8952

2. A-1 Duran Roofing, Inc.
8095 N.W. 64 Street
Miami, FL 33166

Project No. 01729100-B Open Market Contract on the basis of the adjustment factor 1.150

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAW 0165.1, AGENDAS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendment to Board Bylaw 0165.1, Agendas, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective September 6, 2017.

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAW 0155, SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEES (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Bylaw 0155, School Board Committees.

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAW 0169.1, PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT BOARD MEETINGS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Bylaw 0169.1, Public Participation at Board Meetings.

G-4 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTERS: ELSWITH LEVY, INDIVIDUALLY AND AS A NATURAL PARENT AND LEGAL GUARDIAN OF A.H. A MINOR V. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD AND JELEAN L. WEARY, CIRCUIT COURT CASE NO. 17-068001-CA-01; ESPERANZA POCURULL V. EDWARD SMITH, COUNTY COURT CASE NO. 17-000964-SP-21

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employees who are individually named as a Defendants in the following cases: Elswith Levy v. Miami-Dade County School Board and Jelean L. Weary, Circuit Case No. 17-068001-CA-01, and Esperanza Pocurull v. Edward Smith, County Court Case No. 17-000964-SP-21.

G-5 AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL IN THE CASE OF NATASHA ALVAREZ, ET AL. V. SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, U.S. DISTRICT COURT CASE NO. 17-CV.22556-JEM (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to retain Mr. David C. Miller, a shareholder with the firm of Bryant Miller Olive P.A., to represent the School Board as its legal counsel in this litigation. Attorneys will be compensated at the rate of $205.00 per hour and paralegals will be paid an hourly fee of $95.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-4 REVIEW OF EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION PROGRAM AND RELATED SERVICES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

1. convene a Task Force comprised of district and region administrators, principals, regular and exceptional student education teachers, counselors, school psychologists, parents, and community members to review, discuss, as well as solicit input from the Superintendent\u2019s District Advisory Panel for Students with Disabilities and make recommendations regarding ways to improve the educational program for exceptional students in M-DCPS;

2. conduct a review of the educational program for exceptional students in M-DCPS to ensure compliance with all federal and state requirements, and those reflected in the 2015-2016 through 2017-2018 SP&P;

3. conduct an instructional program audit of the educational program for exceptional students in M-DCPS to ensure that all programs are provided with highly qualified, certified, and professional trained and dedicated teachers and support staff, as well as adequate and appropriate educational and related resources and coordinate with the offices of Human Capital and Budget Management regarding same;

4. provide a written status update to the Board, with recommendations for policy changes and/or allocation requests, where determined, by the Board Meeting of February 2018; and

5. incorporate any recommended and/or adopted changes into the SP&P to be submitted to the FDOE for the 2018-2019 through 2020-2021 school year cycles.

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 15-21, 2017, AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF YEAR-ROUND SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 15- 21, 2017, and encouragement of year-round safe driving practices at all District high schools.

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and request that the Superintendent distribute educational information throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-8 REVIEW AND EVALUATE THE INITIAL CONTRACT IMPLEMENTATION WITH ACCELIFY SOLUTIONS, LLC. (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review and evaluate the initial contract implementation with Accelify Solutions, LLC, and provide a report to the Board by October 11, 2017.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH DURING THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Childhood Cancer Awareness Month during the month of September in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-10 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 9140 \u2013 CITIZENS\u2019 ADVISORY COMMITTEES TO INCLUDE THE APPOINTMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD ALTERNATE MEMBERS TO ADVISORY COMMITTEES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review and, as appropriate, initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policy 9140 \u2013 Citizens Advisory Committees to include the appointment of School Board alternate members to any and all applicable advisory committees, and eliminate term limits governing same, thereby authorizing each board member the power to appoint who he or she determines, in the best interest of his or her constituent group.

H-11 REVIEW OF BILINGUAL SPEAKERS IN SCHOOLS, REGIONS AND DISTRICT OFFICES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. conduct an assessment of bilingual staff, specifically, administrators, counselors, or office staff members at schools and region and district offices for the languages of Spanish and Haitian-Creole;

2. review and analyze the demographic and Home Language Survey data at schools where there is a high percentage of parents and community stakeholders whose home language is not English;

3. determine the availability of bilingual staff, specifically, administrators, counselors, or office staff members at schools that speak Spanish and Haitian-Creole, based on established percentage thresholds of students whose home language is not English and is Spanish or Haitian-Creole;

4. explore strategies to ensure the hiring, assignment, training, and/or recruitment of bilingual staff for schools and region and district offices, where needed, and take appropriate action that do not include additional bilingual requirements for applicants seeking employment with M-DCPS; and

5. provide update to the Board no later than the Board Meeting of December 6, 2017.

H-12 PROPOSED 2018 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OF THE GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL BOARDS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the proposed draft Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards 2018 Legislative Program.

H-13 TRANSITWAY ACCESS (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Public

Schools support Miami-Dade County Legislative Item File Number 171452 and authorize the Superintendent to provide data, as necessary and appropriate, to the County for the purpose of this analysis.

H-14 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) STUDENT IMMIGRATION INFLUX PLAN UPDATE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) re-evaluate and update Miami-Dade County Public Schools Student Immigration Influx Plan and provide a copy of the plan to the Board; and

2) review School Board policies which may be impacted by an influx of immigrant, including those related to student seating capacity, busing, fiscal impact, transportation, and others as recommended by the Superintendent of Schools and report back to the Board by October 11, 2017.

H-15 HURRICANE HARVEY RELIEF EFFORTS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Public Schools authorize the Superintendent to provide assistance, as appropriate, to school districts affected by Hurricane Harvey.

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

OCTOBER 11, 2017 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-098 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING M-DCPS ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL WHO WERE CALLED BACK TO WORK OR VOLUNTEER TO PROVIDE EMERGENCY RELIEF DURING HURRICANE IRMA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-098 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing M-DCPS essential personnel who were called back to work or volunteer to provide emergency relief during Hurricane Irma.

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-097 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING \u201cTOPICAL CURRENTS\u201d CREATOR AND HOST JOSEPH COOPER AND CO-HOST BONNIE BERMAN FOR THEIR YEARS OF SERVICE TO WLRN AND OUR COMMUNITY

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-097 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing \u201cTopical Currents\u201d Creator and Host Joseph Cooper and Co-Host Bonnie Berman For Their Years of Service to WLRN and Our Community.

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-102 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JUAN BORGES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-102 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Juan Borges.

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-101 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE UNSELFISH DEDICATION AND COMMITMENT OF THE FIRST RESPONDERS DURING HURRICANE IRMA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-101 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the unselfish dedication and commitment of the first responders during Hurricane Irma.

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-XXX OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JASON TAYLOR (withdrawn)

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-099 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. IRA HALL (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-099 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Ira Hall.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-103 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MARJORIE WESSEL (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-103 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Marjorie P. Wessel for her years of service.

B-10 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-104 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ARK OF THE CITY, INC. (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-104 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ark of the City, Inc.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

  • Five Star School Award

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Arvida Middle School Orchestra

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • September 6, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Designation)
  • ETO (Education Transformation Office)
  • RAMP (Recognition of ASCA Model Program)
  • Magnet Schools of America National Schools' Recognition

A-2 SUPPORT HURRICANE RECOVERY EFFORTS AND WAIVE AND/OR SUSPEND PROHIBITIONS OUTLINED IN BOARD POLICIES 5830, STUDENT FUNDRAISING, AND 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, IN ORDER TO ALLOW FUNDRAISING AND/OR OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES IN SUPPORT OF RELIEF EFFORTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, waive and suspend prohibitions outlined in Board Policies 5830, Student Fundraising, and 9700, Relations with Special Interest Groups, in order to allow fundraising and/or other charitable activities in support of relief efforts in response to Hurricane Harvey and Hurricane Irma, and Hurricane Maria.

A-3 AUTHORIZATION OF A ONE-TIME PAYMENT FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL AND TEACHERS WHO PROVIDED SHELTER SERVICES DURING HURRICANE IRMA

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) provide a one-time payment managerial exempt personnel and teachers who provided shelter services during Hurricane Irma in a total amount allocated amount not to exceed $250,000; and

2) amend the MEP manual and other documents as may be necessary, to provide for the compensation of shelter-assigned and other essential personnel during future declared emergencies.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2370, MAGNET PROGRAMS / SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amendments to Board Policy 2370, Magnet Programs / Schools and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 11, 2017.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL APPOINTMENTS, REASSIGNMENTS, LEAVES AND SEPARATIONS FROM AUGUST 11, 2017 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 7, 2017 (revised)

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM JUNE 6, 2017 THROUGH OCTOBER 13, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

1. Personnel Action Listing 1100 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves and separations from August 11, 2017 through September 7, 2017.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from June 6, 2017 through October 13, 2017.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective October 12, 2017.

D-22 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1242 AND 3242, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended School Board Policies 1242 and 3242, Professional Development, which is incorporated by reference and is part of this policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 11, 2017.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: 1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to in the following manner:
A)Mr. Luis B. Gutierrez, Lead Custodian, David Lawrence Jr. K- 8 Center, suspension without pay for twelve (12) calendar days, effective October 12, 2017.
B)Mr. Matthew J. Williams, Head Custodian, Nathan B. Young Elementary School, suspension without pay for twenty (20) calendar days and demotion to Lead Custodian, effective October 12, 2017.
2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested, in the following manner:
A)Mr. Harcourt I. Clark, Teacher, Shenandoah Middle School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective October 12, 2017.
B)Ms. Maria M. Herrera, Teacher, Miami Senior High School, suspension without pay for fifteen (15) workdays, effective October 12, 2017.
C)Ms. Kia Parker, Teacher, Kelsey L. Pharr Elementary School, suspension without pay for ten (10) workdays, effective October 12, 2017.
D)Ms. Mary E. Quaint, Teacher, Cutler Bay Middle School, suspension without pay for thirty (30) workdays, effective October 12, 2017.

D-66 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FORM A CHARTER COLLABORATION PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND THE KNOWLEDGE IS POWER PROGRAM (KIPP) (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the District Charter Collaboration Partnership between the School Board and KIPP Miami, Inc., as described in the Agenda Item.

D-67 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF REVISED SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR:

REVISED ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2017-2018, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 21, 2017

REVISED ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2017-2018, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 21, 2017

REVISED JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2017-2018, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 7, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. the REVISED Elementary and Secondary School Calendar \u2013 2017 - 2018, with a start date of August 21, 2017;

2. the REVISED Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar \u2013 2017 - 2018, with a start date of August 21, 2017; and

3. the REVISED Juvenile Justice Center School Calendar \u2013 2017 - 2018, with a start date of July 7, 2017

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Reports for the periods ending July and August 2017.

E-66 RENEWAL OF STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE FOR SECONDARY STUDENTS ENROLLED IN HEALTH SCIENCE PROGRAMS WITH CLINICAL SETTINGS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize purchase of Student Professional Liability insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., from Medical Protective Company (A.M. Best A++, XV) with coverage limits of $1 million per occurrence/$6 million aggregate, with a $0 deductible, with total premiums for such coverage of $28,442; with the ability to add students during the year, effective October 17, 2017 through July 1, 2018, with premiums for this program to be paid from the District\u2019s liability premium budget.

E-67 RENEWAL OF GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE AND FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Renew contracts for group term life insurance and flexible benefits with the following companies, pursuant to the provisions of Request For Proposals (RFP) #041-PP10, Group Term Life Insurance and Flexible Benefits Program, for benefit eligible employees, retirees and their eligible dependents for the following monthly premiums:

a. Core Life Insurance and AD&D; Voluntary Life and AD&D; and Blanket Accident Policy for Police Officers: Metropolitan Life Insurance Company (MetLife), at the following monthly premiums per $1,000 coverage:

Effective January 1, 2018, through December 2019:

2018

2019

CORE LIFE INSURANCE

 

 

Board-Paid Basic Life-Actives

$ .117

$ .126

 

 

 

Core Optional Life-Employee

 

 

Under 25 years

$ .037

$ .037

25-29 years

$ .037

$ .037

30-34 years

$ .051

$ .051

35-39 years

$ .072

$ .072

40-44 years

$ .072

$ .072

45-49 years

$ .142

$ .142

50-54 years

$ .205

$ .205

55-59 years

$ .395

$ .395

60-64 years

$ .457

$ .457

65-69 years

$ .895

$ .895

70-74 years

$ 1.435

$1.435

75+ years

$ 2.207

$2.207

 

2018

2019

Core Optional Life-Spouse

 

 

Under 35 years

$ .063

$ .063

35-44 years

$ .132

$ .132

45-54 years

$ .377

$ .377

55-59 years

$ .741

$ .741

60-64 years

$ 1.143

$1.143

65-69 years

$ 1.805

$1.805

70-74 years

$ 2.797

$2.797

75+ years

$ 5.471

$5.471

 

 

 

Core Optional Life-Child

 

 

Under 35 years

$ .198

$.198

35-44 years

$ .214

$.214

45-54 years

$ .091

$.091

55-59 years

$ .076

$.076

60-64 years

$ .042

$.042

65-69 years

$ .030

$.030

70-74 years

$ .030

$.030

75+ years

$ .030

$.030

 

 

2018

2019

Core Optional Life - Retiree

 

 

2,000 Basic Life

$ 6.22

$ 7.47

$5,000 Basic Life

$ 15.57

$18.69

$10,000 Basic Life

$ 31.15

$37.38

 

 

 

Core AD&D

 

 

AD&D Basic

$ .010

$ .010

AD&D Optional (Employee)

$ .020

$ .020

AD&D Dependent (spouse)

$ .020

$ .020

 

 

 

OPTIONAL LIFE and AD&D INSURANCE

 

 

Optional Group Life

$ .138

$ .138

Optional AD&D \u2013 Employee

$ .013

$ .013

Optional AD&D \u2013 Family

$ .026

$ .026

Optional Life \u2013 Retiree

$ .360

$ .432

Optional AD&D \u2013 Retiree

$ .013

$ .013

Optional AD&D \u2013 Family

$ .026

$ .026

 

 

 

CORE Part Timer Life Insurance

 

 

AFSCME $10K

$ .122

$ .122

UTD $5K

$ .122

$ .122

 

 

 

Blanket Police Officer Accident Policy

$ .009

$ .009

b. DeltaCare USA Dental- Managed Care Dental (DHMO) coverage effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 with monthly premiums as follows:

                      Standard   High

Employee Only $ 7.91   $13.31

Employee & Family $20.14   $33.98

c. Delta Dental- PPO Plans coverage effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 with monthly premiums as follows:

                      Standard   High

Employee Only $ 17.24   $ 40.63

Employee & Family $ 52.90   $121.48

d. UnitedHealthcare Dental- Managed Care Dental (DHMO) coverage effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 with monthly premiums as follows:

                      Standard   High

Employee Only $ 8.33   $10.86

Employee & Family $21.20   $27.70

e. UnitedHealthcare- PPO Plans coverage effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 with monthly premiums as follows:

                      Standard   High

Employee Only $ 18.15   $ 37.16

Employee & Family $ 55.68   $111.09

f. Davis Vision- Vision coverage effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018 with monthly premiums of $5.06 employee and $12.21 for employee & family

g. UnitedHealthcare \u2013 Vision coverage effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018 with monthly premiums of $5.30 employee and $13.26 for employee and family;

h. ARAG Group \u2013 Pre-paid legal coverage effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 at monthly premiums of $14.76/employee and eligible dependent(s);

i. ARAG Group \u2013 Senior Advocate Plan effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 at a monthly premium of $7.76/employee and eligible dependents;

j. MetLife- MetLaw- Hyatt Legal - Pre-paid legal coverage effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 at monthly premiums of $15.95/employee and eligible dependent(s)

k. MetLife- Senior Advocate Plan effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 at a monthly premium of $6.35/employee and eligible dependents;

l. Cigna HealthCare \u2013 Hospital Income Protection (HIP) effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 with monthly premiums as follows:

$50/day

$100/day

$150/ day

Employee

$ 2.48

$ 4.96

$7.44

Emp & Fam.

$ 6.20

$12.40

$18.60

 

 

 

 

PTime Emp.

$ 2.48

$ 4.96

$7.44

Emp & Fam.

$ 6.20

$12.40

$18.60

 

Retiree Only

$ 2.48

$ 4.96

$7.44

Ret. & Fam.

$ 6.20

$12.40

$18.60

m. ID Watchdog Inc. \u2013 Identity Theft Protection effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2019 with monthly premiums as follows:

Employee Only $ 7.95
Employee & Family $13.95

n. Short Term Disability effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018 with monthly premiums as follows:

Standard Plan - $ 9.84
Standard Upgrade - $ 15.83
High Plan - $ 12.38
High Plan Upgrade - $ 19.18

o. Long Term Disability effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018 with monthly premiums as follows:

Level 1 - $ 19.88
Level 2 - $ 25.47
Level 3 - $ 38.40
Level 4 - $ 0.873 per $100

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-011-DW \u2013 NETWORK CONNECTIVITY (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-011- DW \u2013 NETWORK CONNECTIVITY, to establish a contract, for a list of pre-approved vendors to provide, network connectivity devices, which includes internetworking devices and network adapter cards for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of October 11, 2017 through October 10, 2019 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

A. CDW GOVERNMENT LLC
230 NORTH MILWAUKEE AVENUE
VERNON HILLS, ILLINOIS 60061
OWNER/OPERATOR: THOMAS RICHARDS

B. DADE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, INC. SBE Tier 2
4805 NW 79 AVE, SUITE #10 M/WBE
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: ALEXIS PEREZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC-AMERICAN

C. ELECTRONACA, INC.
7000 W. PALMETTO PARK ROAD, SUITE 210
BOCA RATON, FL 33433
OWNER/OFFICER: IRENE SULBARAN, PRESIDENT

D. GLOBALXNET TECHOLOGIES, LLC. MBE
9101 NW 7TH AVENUE, B21
MIAMI, FL 33150
OWNER/OFFICER: MACK SAMUEL, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN-AMERICAN

E. SHI INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION
290 DAVIDSON AVENUE
SOMERSET, NJ 08873
OWNER/OFFICER: TED GOROSPE, ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

F. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
8825 NW 21ST TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: JOE MONTESINOS, ACCOUNT MANAGER

G. STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS, INC.
5632 NW 161 STREET
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: SYED SHAH, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $14,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $7,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-060-HR \u2013 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS (MRO) MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-060-HR \u2013 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS (MRO) MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES to establish a contract, with preapproved vendors, for the Maintenance Material Management (MMM) warehouse, with an initial effective date of October 11, 2017 through October 10, 2018, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for four (4) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

A. AMERICAN PLUMBING SUPPLY CO. INC.
1735 ALTON ROAD
MIAMI BEACH, FL 33139
OWNER/OFFICER: HOWARD GROSS, OWNER

B. APPLE SPECIALTIES, INC.
6 OLD DOCK ROAD
YAPHANK, NY 11980
OWNER/OFFICER: GERARD TILTON, V.P.

C. BEST PLUMBING SPECIALTIES, INC.
3039 VENTRIE COURT
MYERSVILLE, MD 21773
OWNER/OFFICER: WILLIAM BREEN, PRESIDENT

D. B & R ELECTRONICS SUPPLY, INC. M/WBE
8786 SW 129TH STREET MBE
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER/OFFICER: JANET E. ROACH, PRESIDENT

E. CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY
6827 NORTH ORANGE BLOSSOM TRAIL, SUITE 2
 ORLANDO, FL 32810
OWNER/OFFICER: GILBERT AVILA, INDUSTRIAL BRANCH MANAGER

F. CLASSROOM OUTFITTERS, LLC MBE
19301 SW 106th AVENUE, SUITE 11
MIAMI, FL 33157
OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD A. BREWER, MANAGER
SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN

G. CONDO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY, INC
3746 E 10TH COURT
HIALEAH, FL 330133
OWNER/OFFICER: JOSE G. ESPINOLA, PRESIDENT

H. CONTINENTAL FLOORING
9319 NORTH 94TH WAY; SUITE 1000
SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85258
OFFICER: CHRISTOPHER COLEMAN, PRESIDENT

I. DAN ENTERPRISES TEAM LLC MBE
6995 NW 82 AVENUE, BAY 31
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: MARY T. MONTESANO, PARTNER
HISPANIC AMERICAN

J. ECONOMIC ELECTRIC MOTORS, INC.
4075 NW 79TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33166
LARGO, FL 33777
OWNER/OFFICER: ALLEN ALAVI, PRESIDENT

K. ELECTRONIC ACCESS SPECIALISTS INC.,
DBA SOUTHERN LOCK & SUPPLY CO.
10910 ENDEAVOR WAY
LARGO, FL 33777
OWNER/OFFICER: GEORGE MCNEILL, SALES REP.

L. FERGUSON ENTERPRISES, INC.
12500 JEFFERSON AVENUE
NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23602
OWNER/OFFICER: FRANK W. ROACH, PRESIDENT

M. FRANKLIN FLOORING, INC.
5275 NW 36TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33142
OWNER/OFFICER: ROZZIE FRANKLIN III, PRESIDENT

N. GLOBALXNET TECHNOLOGIES LLC MBE
660 NW 119 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33168
OWNER/OFFICER: MACK SAMUEL, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN

O. GRAYBAR ELECTRIC COMPANY, INC.
34 NORTH MERAMEC AVENUE
CLAYTON, MO 63105
OWNER/OFFICER: ERNESTO FERNANDEZ, SALES REP.

P. HILTI, INC.
7250 DALLAS PARKWAY, SUITE 1000
PLANO, TEXAS 75024
OWNER/OFFICER: PETER ANDERSEN, V.P.

Q. HD SUPPLY FACILITIES MAINTENANCE, LTD.
3100 CUMBERLAND BOULEVARD; SUITE 1700
ATLANTA, GA 30339
OWNER/OFFICER: ROBIN SOEHI, V.P.

R. INNOVATIVE SOFTWARE SOLUTION, INC. SBE TIER I
3762 NW 124th AVENUE
CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
OWNER/OFFICER: KASHONDA BURTON, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN

S. INTERLINE BRANDS, INC. DBA SUPPLYWORKS
701 SAN MARCO BOULEVARD
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32207
OWNER/OFFICER: KENNETH D. SWEDER, CEO

T. JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC. SBE TIER II
12315 SW 132 COURT
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER/OFFICER: JULIO E. MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

U. JJAS DOOR INSTALLATIONS, INC.
7302 NW 70TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: SORAYA MARLES, PRESIDENT

V. JOBBERS EQUIPMENT WAREHOUSE, INC.
5440 NW 78TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: MARIA J AHEARN, C.F.O.

W. LAWSON PRODUCTS, INC.
8770 WEST BRYN MAWR AVENUE; SUITE 900
CHICAGO, IL 60631
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL G. DECATA, PRESIDENT

X. LEHMAN PIPE AND PLUMBING SUPPLY, INC.
230 NW 29TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33127
OWNER/OFFICER: JOSH ABERMAN, EXECUTIVE V. P.

Y. MIAMI BREAKER INC. SBE TIER I
7060 NW 52ND STREET
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: FEDERICO ANSELMETTI, DIRECTOR
HISPANIC AMERICAN

Z. PARAMOUNT ELECTRIC & LIGHTING, INC. M/WBE
8510 NW 66TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: DARREN M. BORGES, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

AA. REXEL, INC.
14951 DALLAS PARKWAY
DALLAS, TX 75254
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN MCNALLY, PRESIDENT

BB. SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC
300 COLONIAL CENTER PARKWAY, SUITE 600
ROSWELL, GA 30076
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL J. GREBE, MANAGER

CC. SNAP-ON INDUSTRIAL
A DIVISION OF IDSC HOLDINGS, LLC,
2801 80TH STREET
KENOSHA, WI 53143
OWNER/OFFICER: GERALD J. HEINZ, SECRETARY

DD. SOUTH DADE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY, INC.
13100 SW 87TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33176
OWNER/OFFICER: DONALD C. ELLIOTT, CEO

EE. THE WARE GROUP DBA JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
11710 CENTRAL PARKWAY
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32224
OWNER/OFFICER: PETE MITCHELL, SALES MANAGER

FF. UNITED REFRIGERATION, INC.
11401 ROOSEVELT BOULEVARD
PHILADELPHIA, PA 19154
OWNER/OFFICER: CARMEN CAROSELLA, SECRETARY

GG. W.W. GRAINGER INC.
100 GRAINGER PARKWAY
TAX DEPT B3.E40
LAKE FOREST, IL 60045-5201
OWNER/OFFICER: GEORGE JOSEPH, SALES REP.

HH. WATER BOY WATER INC. MBE
6824 NW 6TH COURT
MIAMI, FL 33150
OWNER/OFFICER: KAMAU FULGER, CEO
AFRICAN AMERICAN

II. WOOL WHOLESALE PLUMBING SUPPLY INC.
1321 NE 12TH AVENUE
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33304
OWNER/OFFICER: RANDY WOOL, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required, for up to the total estimated amount of $5,300,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $5,300,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

MBE=MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
M/WBE=MINORITY/WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
SBE I=SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE TIER I
SBE 2=SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE TIER II

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR FIVE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept three grant awards and two donations for the following programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Florida Community Service Grant (WLRN TV), in the approximate amount of $307,447, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education, in the approximate amount of $3,413,976, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Adult Education and Family Literacy, English Literacy and Civics Education, in the approximate amount of $2,300,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

d. General Services Administration (GSA) for in-kind support valued in the approximate amount of $190,817; and

e. Early Learning Coalition of Miami-Dade/Monroe for in-kind support valued in the approximate amount of $120,000.

2. enter into contractual service agreement with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FURTHER EXPLORE A POSSIBLE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE BOARD AND THE CITY OF HIALEAH, COLLECTIVELY THE PARTIES, THROUGH WHICH A BOARD-OWNED ASSET COULD BE MONETIZED FOR THE PARTIES\u2019 MUTUAL BENEFIT AND BRING BACK AN ITEM TO THE BOARD AT THE APPROPRIATE TIME

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA:

1. AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ACCEPT A GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF APPROXIMATELY $9.8 MILLION FROM THE STATE OF FLORIDA, UNDER THE SECTION 16 LANDS PROVISION (\u201cGRANT\u201d), TO BE USED TOWARD THE PREVIOUSLY BOARD-APPROVED ACQUISITION OF THE YOUNG WOMEN\u2019S PREPARATORY ACADEMY LOCATED AT 1150 S.W. 1 STREET, MIAMI, FL; AND

2. AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT FOR INTERGOVERNMENTAL CONVEYANCE OF PROPERTY BY AND BETWEEN THE BOARD AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201dAGREEMENT\u201d); AND

3. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 17-100, DESIGNATING AN APPROXIMATE 1.4-ACRE BOARD-OWNED SITE LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF N.W. 12 STREET AND 136 AVENUE UNNECESSARY FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES, AND APPROVING ITS CONVEYANCE TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR PUBLIC USE, CONTINGENT ON APPROVAL OF THE GRANT BY THE STATE OF FLORIDA, WHICH RESOLUTION SHALL BE AUTOMATICALLY RESCINDED IN THE EVENT THE GRANT IS NOT APPROVED, OR ANY OF THE PRE-CONDITIONS TO CLOSING OF THE AGREEMENT ARE NOT MET; AND

4. AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENT(S) REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE RECEIPT OF THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent to accept a Grant in the amount of approximately $9.8 million from the State of Florida, under the Section 16 Lands provision (\u201cGrant\u201d), to be used toward the previously Board-approved acquisition of the Young Women\u2019s Preparatory Academy located at 1150 S.W. 1 Street, Miami, FL; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute the Agreement For Intergovernmental Conveyance of Property By and Between the Board and County (\u201cAgreement\u201d); and

3. adopt Resolution No. 17-100, designating an approximate 1.4-acre Board-owned site located at the Southwest corner of N.W. 12 Street and 136 Avenue unnecessary for educational purposes, and approving its conveyance to Miami-Dade County for public use, contingent on approval of the Grant by the State of Florida, which Resolution shall be automatically rescinded in the event the Grant is not approved, or any of the pre-conditions to Closing of the Agreement are not met; and

4. authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute any other document(s) required to effectuate receipt of the Grant.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to further explore a possible collaboration between the Board and the City of Hialeah, collectively the Parties, through which a Board-owned asset could be monetized for the Parties\u2019 mutual benefit and bring back an item to the Board at the appropriate time.

F-26 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE DISTRICT\u2019S PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PARSONS BRINCKERHOFF, INC., TO REFLECT THE FIRM\u2019S NAME CHANGE TO WSP USA INC., FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to the District\u2019s Program Management Support Services Agreement with Parsons Brinckerhoff, Inc., for the remainder of the term of the Agreement, as follows:

1) Change the name of the firm to WSP USA INC.;

2) Change the location of the local office to 7650 Corporate Center Drive, Suite 300, Miami, Florida 33126;

3) at no additional cost to the Board; and

4) all other terms and conditions of the Agreement remain unchanged.

F-27 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE ENVIRONMENTAL/ ASBESTOS CONSULTING AND TESTING SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR ONE YEAR, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE CURRENT AGREEMENTS, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

1. EE&G ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, L.L.C. (AS PRIMARY);

2. AIRQUEST ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. (AS PRIMARY); AND

3. FLORIDA AIR QUALITY SOLUTIONS, INC. (AS QUALITY CONTROL/ALTERNATE)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the extension of the Environmental/Asbestos Consulting and Testing Services Agreements for one year, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the current Agreements with the following firms:

1. EE&G Environmental Services, L.L.C. (as primary);

2. AirQuest Environmental, Inc. (as primary); and

3. Florida Air Quality Solutions, Inc. (as Quality/Control/Alternate).

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW P.E. SHELTER AT EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4750 N.W. 22 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142, PROJECT NUMBER 01423200

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer (Sheltered Market Small Business Enterprise) for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and New P.E. Shelter at Earlington Heights Elementary School, located at 4750 N.W. 22 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33142, Project Number 01423200, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $16,000 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW P.E. SHELTER AT EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4750 N.W. 22 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142; PROJECT NUMBER 01423200 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Veitia Padron Incorporated, as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and New P.E. Shelter at Earlington Heights Elementary School, located at 4750 N.W. 22 Avenue, Miami, FL 33142; Project Number 01423200, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $24,750 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-30 COMMISSIONING OF NYARKO ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4700 N.W. 12 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33127, PROJECT NUMBER 01529200 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Nyarko Architectural Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer (Sheltered Market Micro Business Enterprise) for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School, located at 4700 N.W. 12 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127, Project Number 01529200, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $16,000 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-31 COMMISSIONING OF JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4700 N.W. 12 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33127, PROJECT NUMBER 01529200 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission JCI International, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School, located at 4700 N.W. 12 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33127, Project Number 01529200, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $22,300 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-32 COMMISSIONING OF PALENZUELA & HEVIA DESIGN GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT NORTH MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1247 N.E. 167 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33162, PROJECT NUMBER 01327000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Palenzuela & Hevia Design Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer (Sheltered Market Micro Business Enterprises) for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at North Miami Beach Senior High School, located at 1247 N.E. 167 Street, Miami, Florida 33162, Project Number 01327000, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $14,750 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-33 COMMISSIONING OF GEC ASSOCIATES, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT NORTH MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1247 N.E. 167 STREET, NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162, PROJECT NUMBER 01327000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission GEC Associates, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligated Bond funded Renovations at North Miami Beach Senior High School, located at 1247 N.E. 167 Street, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162, Project Number 01327000, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $18,750 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) the project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-34 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENTS WITH OHL BUILDING, INC., TO REFLECT THE COMPANY\u2019S CHANGE IN PRINCIPAL DIRECTLY RESPONSIBLE TO THE BOARD FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK SERVICES FOR THE FOLLOWING COMMISSIONS:

  • RENOVATIONS AT SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01425600
  • RENOVATIONS AT CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01433200

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to the Agreements with OHL Building, Inc., to reflect the company\u2019s change in Principal Directly Responsible to the Board for construction management at-risk services for the following commissions:

  • Renovations at Southwest Miami Senior High School, Project Number 01425600
  • Renovations at Coral Gables Senior High School, Project Number 01433200

as follows;

1) Bernardo Perez to replace Frank Vilar in Article III, of the Agreement;

2) with no additional cost to the Board; and

3) with all other terms and conditions of the Agreements to remain unchanged.

F-35 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) AGREEMENTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2.0 MILLION CONSTRUCTION BUDGET EACH, FOR SIX MONTHS, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, AS AMENDED, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS: (revised)

  • ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC.
  • M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC.
  • PROCON ENGINEERING, INC.
  • ROBERT E. CHISHOLM ARCHITECTS, INC.
  • SALTZ MICHELSON ARCHITECTS, INC.
  • SBLM ARCHITECTS, P.C.
  • SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an extension of the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (A/EPC) Agreements for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2.0 Million Construction Budget each, for six months, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the original Agreements, as amended, with the following firms:

  • Alleguez Architecture, Inc.
  • M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc.
  • ProCon Engineering, Inc.
  • Robert E. Chisholm Architects, Inc.
  • Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc.
  • SBLM Architects, P.C.Silva Architects, L.L.C.

F-36 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK AGREEMENTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $2.0 MILLION CONSTRUCTION BUDGET EACH, FOR SIX MONTHS, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, AS AMENDED, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

  • G.E.C. ASSOCIATES, INC.
  • H.A. CONTRACTING CORP.
  • MEXAL CORP.
  • T&G CORPORATION (d/b/a T&G CONSTRUCTORS)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an extension of the Construction Manager at-Risk Agreement for Miscellaneous Projects up to $2.0 Million Construction Budget each, for six months, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the original Agreements, as amended, with the following firms:

  • G.E.C. Associates, Inc.
  • H.A. Contracting Corp.
  • Mexal Corp.
  • T&G Corporation (d/b/a T&G Constructors)

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0Change Order No. 6 on Project Number 01329500, General Obligation Bond funded replacement, Bunche Park \u00a0Elementary, for an additional cost of $11,231.00.

B-2.\u00a0Change Order No. 1 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/ renovations, Cutler Bay Middle, for an additional cost of $11,118.95.

B-3.\u00a0Change Order No. 8 on Project Number 01138500, General Obligation Bond funded school replacement, Frederick Douglass Elementary, for an additional cost of $11,231.00.

F-59 AWARD TO EPIC CONSTRUCTION, INC., JOB ORDER CONTRACT FOR ALL REGIONS FACILITIES MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS CONTRACT NUMBER JOC17O-B1

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Epic Construction, Inc., Job Order Contract for all Regions Facilities Maintenance Operations Contract Number JOC170-B1, on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.7941 to the low bidder:

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve eight (8) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Proposed Single Bid Limit increase for three (3) delineated applications.

3. To correct the Discipline of Superior Electrical Contractors, Inc.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAW 0155, SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendment to Board Bylaw 0155, School Board Committees, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 11, 2017.

G-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO BYLAW 0169.1, PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT BOARD MEETINGS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendment to Board Bylaw 0169.1, Public Participation at Board Meetings, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 11, 2017.

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 9140, CITIZEN\u2019S ADVISORY COMMITTEES; 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO AND MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS; AND 6840, AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 9140, Citizen Advisory Committees, 6320.02, Small/Micro and Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs, and 6840, Audit and Budget Advisory Committee.

G-4 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ROSE DAVIDSON, DOAH Case No. 16-7495TTS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of Miami-Dade County School Board v. Rose Davidson, DOAH Case No. 16-7495TTS, suspending Respondent without pay from the date of her suspension until the date of her reinstatement to her position as a school teacher on January 8, 2018.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-1 EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT POLICY (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent:

1. To initiate rulemaking proceedings to require that all manuals and procedures concerning preparation and administration of District resources and services related to emergencies and severe weather events are:

a. specifically identified in Board Policy,

b. updated on an annual basis, and

c. transmitted to the School Board, appropriate District personnel and relevant agencies and partners prior to June 1 of each year.

2. To provide that an updated copy of the manual(s) be available upon request at the Citizen Information Center.

H-4 M-DCPS SCHOOL SITES DESIGNATED AS COUNTY SHELTERS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent, with the assistance of the School Board Attorney, to review the current contract with Miami-Dade County for the operation of school facilities as hurricane shelters and recommend any appropriate amendments, if any, to ensure that our schools, our personnel, and our community are properly protected and provided under the existing agreement.

H-6 DEVELOP PARTNERSHIPS WITH COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATONS TO HELP MOBILIZE AND DEPLOY ADDITIONAL VOLUNTEERS TO ASSIST WITH THE EFFECTS OF HURRICANE IMPACTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review the feasibility of establishing partnerships with community-based organizations to help mobilize and deploy additional volunteers to assist with the effects of hurricane impacts in Miami-Dade County.

H-7 POST HURRICANE RECOVERY AND CLEANUP EFFORT COMPACTS WITH MUNICIPALITIES IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorizes the Superintendent to explore means of greater collaboration with local governmental entities to assist in post- hurricane recovery and cleanup efforts and report back to the Board no later than the December 6, 2017, School Board meeting.

H-9 ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

a. develop a complete set of administrative organizational charts;

b. provide annually a complete set of organizational charts to the Board; and

c. maintain a current and accurate organizational chart on the District\u2019s website.

H-10 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY AND THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO REVIEW THE FEDERAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY (FEMA) PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAM TO DETERMINE IF FEMA WILL REIMBURSE THE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR SUPPLEMENTAL COMPENSATION BASED ON ADDITIONAL DUTIES PERFORMED BY ESSENTIAL EXEMPT EMPLOYEES DURING THE DECLARED EMERGENCY PERIOD FOR HURRICANE IRMA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney and the Superintendent of Schools to:

1) review the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Public Assistance Program to determine if FEMA will reimburse the school district for supplemental compensation based on additional duties performed by essential exempt employees during the declared emergency period; and

2) recommend, if appropriate, any policy changes to the Manual of Procedures for Managerial Exempt Personnel (MEP); and

3) report their findings back to the School Board by November 15, 2017.

H-11 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO COMMUNICATE WITH THE FLORIDA COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION REQUESTING CERTAIN RELIEF FROM THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 2018 FLORIDA STUDENT ASSESSMENT PROGRAM DUE TO THE STATEWIDE IMPACT OF HURRICANE IRMA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent, on behalf of the School Board, to communicate with the Florida Commissioner of Education, by October 13, 2017, requesting certain relief from the implementation of the 2018 Florida Student Assessment Program due to the statewide impact of Hurricane Irma.

H-12 PROVISION OF MEALS FOR CHILDREN DURING MANDATED EMERGENCY SCHOOL CLOSURES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. Review School Board Policies governing Emergency Closure of Schools (8420), Critical Incidence/Emergency Response (8410), and Free and Reduced Meals (8531) and their applicability to pre/post-hurricane plans, protocols, and procedures;

2. Examine, in consultation with the School Board Attorney\u2019s Office, all legalities and related liabilities governing M-DCPS\u2019 role in the provision and distribution of meals to students during a state and/or district mandated emergency school closure;

3. Develop a plan, where legally practical and permissible, and with the input of district and school food service staff, to provide and distribute meals to students during a state and/or district mandated emergency school closure;

4. Identify potential corporate and community-based partners and collaborators to include in plans, protocols, and procedures to provide and distribute meals to students during a state and/or district mandated emergency school closure;

5. Make recommendations for any newly proposed policies and/or changes to existing School Board Policy that may be required to adopt and implement plans, protocols, and procedures to provide and distribute meals to students during a state and/or district mandated emergency school closure; and

6. provide update to the Board no later than the Board Meeting of January 17, 2018 and which is to be included in any revisions and/or updates to the District\u2019 Critical Incident Response Plan (CIRP)/Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) for all schools and the District.

H-13 SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS FOLLOWING A DECLARATION OF A STATE OF EMERGENCY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent, with the assistance of the School Board Attorney, to review School Board Policy 0165(D), Regular Meeting, and recommend a process, and any necessary amendment of said policy or policies, to permit the Board, upon the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation, to cancel and reschedule a Board meeting that is scheduled to take place during or after a declaration of a state of emergency, when holding such a meeting may adversely impact the health, safety, and welfare of our employees and of the public.

H-14 FREE LEGAL SERVICES FOR EMPLOYEES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of disseminating information to all our employees on the services provided by Florida Free Legal Answers.

H-15 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NOVEMBER 9, 2017, AS HOMELESS AWARENESS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Homeless Awareness Day, sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust on November 9, 2018.

H-16 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NOVEMBER 16, 2017 AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY, AND ITS GOAL OF INCREASING OVERALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH PARENT ENGAGEMENT, WITH YEAR-ROUND ENCOURAGEMENT THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse November 16, 2017 as National Parent Involvement Day and its goal of increasing overall student achievement through parent engagement, with year-round encouragement throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-17 OFFICE OF THE SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS SUPPORT STAFF (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to develop and distribute to each Board Office protocol guidelines for non-Board Member support staff duties and assignments no later than December 1, 2017.

H-18 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) HURRICANE MARIA RELIEF EFFORTS FOR THE PEOPLE OF PUERTO RICO AND THE U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to provide any assistance or humanitarian aid, as deemed appropriate, to the commonwealth of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands.

H-19 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO PROVIDE THE BOARD WITH AN UPDATED SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (MEP) PAY GRADES 22 AND ABOVE, PRINCIPALS, AND ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. provide an updated Succession Management Plan for Managerial Exempt Personnel (MEP) Pay Grade 22 and Above, Principals and Assistant Principals by December 6, 2017; and
2. initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to establish a Board policy for Succession Management.

H-20 REQUEST FOR ENDORSEMENT BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE OCTOBER 2017 AS NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of October 2017 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools As National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

H-21 TRANSITWAY ACCESS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to provide data, as necessary and appropriate, to Miami-Dade County for the purpose of this analysis.

H-22 BOARD MEMBER PRESENTATIONS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(1) direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Bylaw 0165, Public Meetings, to reduce the number of Board presentations from two (2) to one (1) and waive the voting and quorum requirements for recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations during the 11:00 a.m. portion of the regular meeting; and

(2) approve continuation of the pilot program through the duration of the rulemaking process.

H-23 STUDENT ATTIRE AND PERFORMANCES (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, request the Superintendent to:

1. Initiate rulemaking proceedings concerning relevant School Board Policies to reference standards and procedures by which students and advisors must adhere to for appropriate student attire to be worn during school-sponsored performances,
2. Provide the recommendations for Policy and/or Procedure revisions for Board approval by the December 6, 2017 board meeting, and
3. Communicate revised set of standards to District personnel to ensure compliance and disseminate the new standards through appropriate and cost-effective means to community stakeholders.

H-24 PROVIDE RELIEF EFFORTS FOR THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS BY DONATING SURPLUS CLASSROOM CHAIRS AND/OR ANY SCHOOL FURNITURE AVAILABLE (good cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:
1) provide relief efforts for the British Virgin Islands by donating surplus classroom chairs and/or any school furniture, as may be available; and
2) coordinate transport of donated classroom chairs and/or any school furniture, as may be available, with identified willing agencies, at no cost to the District.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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NOVEMBER 14, 2017 ORGANIZATION MEETING 10:00 A.M.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132, NO LATER THAN NOON, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2017.\u00a0

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Monday PM or Tuesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of changes to the Agenda click on button below.
Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes.\u00a0 \u00a0It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary.\u00a0 If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting.\u00a0 At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed.\u00a0 The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].
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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

NOVEMBER 20, 2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0REGULAR BOARD MEETING\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a011:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.


CALL TO ORDER


PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE


MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-058 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ROLANDO GONZALEZ (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-058 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Rolando Gonzalez.

 

B-5\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-061 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CHRIST FELLOWSHIP, HOMESTEAD HOUSING AUTHORITY AND THE TITLE I ADMINISTRATION MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM, SHARE YOUR HEART, MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL POLICE EXPLORERS, AND THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ADULT AND CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM (REPLACED)

 

B-6\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-059 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING STEPHEN O. MORRIS, O. D., F. A. A. O.

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.19-059 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Stephen O. Morris, O. D., F. A. A. O.

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI DOLPHINS FOOTBALL UNITESTM

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL:\u00a0That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami Dolphins FOOTBALL UNITESTM

 

B-8\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-062 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA \u2013 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY 2019 ANA MARIA MIYARES FAMILY OF THE YEAR AWARD RECIPIENTS: EDUARDO ALVAREZ, JODI ENGLISH, LOGAN ALVAREZ, AND MAYA ALVAREZ (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-062 of The School Board Of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Special Olympics Florida \u2013 Miami-Dade County’s 2019 Ana Maria Miyares Family of The Year Award recipients: Eduardo Alvarez, Jodi English, Logan Alvarez, and Maya Alvarez.

 

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-060 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CAREER SOURCE SOUTH FLORIDA (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY\u00a0DR. STEVE GALLON III:\u00a0The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-060 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Career Source South Florida for their partnership, years of service, and commitment to the Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

 

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Hialeah Gardens Middle School Jaguar Dancers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 September 24, 2019
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0October 1,10, and 22, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 October 2, 2019


B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.
THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • \u00a0The Parent Academy 2.0
  • \u00a0Energy Conservation Champion Awards
  • \u00a02019 TUDA NAEP Results for Miami-Dade

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-100 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt School Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan 2019-2020, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective November 20, 2019.

C-101\u00a0INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2370, MAGNET PROGRAMS/SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 2370, Magnet Programs/Schools.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 \u00a0 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING
  2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 43

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

  1. Personnel Action Listing 1125 for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from September 6, 2019 through October 3, 2019.
  2. Resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 43, as of the dates indicated.

D-21\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective November 21, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated inthis item.


D-22\u00a0\u00a0APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - DR. MARTIN KARP

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, grant a personal leave of absence from teaching to Dr. Martin Karp for a one-year period, effective November 21, 2019.


D-23\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF AMENDED I0 AND G0 SALARY SCHEDULES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the amended I0 and G0 Salary Schedules to comply with new State minimum wage for affected positions and provide salary adjustments for affected employees effective January 1, 2020.



D-55 (REVISED)

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0

1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees:

  1. Jean C. Altenor: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at Hubert O. Sibley K-8 Academy, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  2. Pasha M. Cardin: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Coral Reef Elementary School, for five (5) workdays, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC
  3. Jose De la Pera: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at Olympia Heights Elementary School, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  4. William B. Johnson: suspension without pay from his position as School Bus Driver at Northeast Transportation Center, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  5. Aleah E. Shroyer: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at North Miami Middle School, for three (3) workdays, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics.\u00a0 This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  6. Ananias Suero: suspension without pay from her position as Paraprofessional III at Hialeah Gardens Elementary School, for thirty (30) workdays, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 5630, Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  7. Samantha K. Whimley: suspension without pay from her position as Custodian at Carol City Middle School, for ten (10) calendar days, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4430, Leaves of Absence. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.67, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  8. Katrina M. Williams: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Riviera Middle School, for twenty (20) workdays, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  1. Vally J. Bastien: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at Miami Southridge Senior High School, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare.\u00a0 This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and\u00a06A-10.081, FAC.
  2. Blucher Menelas: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Teacher at Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 5630, Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force.\u00a0 This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  3. Carlos M. Sanjurjo: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at E.W.F. Stirrup Elementary School, for ten (10) workdays, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  4. Vernard M. Whitley: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as School Security Monitor at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, effective November 21, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: continued gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.40, and 447.209, Florida Statutes.

 

D-66\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trip to:

  1. Milan, Venice, Florence, Rome, Italy for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior High School; and
  2. Dublin and Belfast, Ireland and Edinburgh, Scotland for the students at Miami Beach Senior High School.

 

D-67\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR:\u00a0 (WITHDRAWN)

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2020-2021 WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 17, 2020

ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2020-2021, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 17, 2020

JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2020-2021, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 6, 2020

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

  1. the Elementary and Secondary School Calendar \u2013 2020 - 2021, with a start date of August 17, 2020;
  2. the Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar \u2013 2020 -\u00a02021, with a start date of August 17, 2020; and
  3. the Juvenile Justice Education School Calendar \u2013 2020 - 2021, with a start date of July 6, 2020.

 

D-68\u00a0REQUEST FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE AND PURSUE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF LATER SCHOOL START TIMES (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of implementing later school start times and provide a comprehensive recommendation to the Board no later than the School Board meeting of April 2020.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1\u00a0MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending September 2019.

 

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JULY, AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2019

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 2,422 deletions with a depreciated cost of $334,880 and 32 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $12,969 to update the records for July, August and September 2019.

 

E-56\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO UTILIZE SCHOOLS AS GENERAL POPULATION, PET FRIENDLY, MEDICAL AND FIRST RESPONDER EVACUATION CENTERS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contractual agreement with Miami-Dade County to utilize schools as General Population, Medical, Pet Friendly and First Responder Emergency Evacuation Centers.

 

E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-081-CM - EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIOEMOTIONAL SERVICES FOR AT-RISK STUDENTS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-081-CM - EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIOEMOTIONAL SERVICES FOR AT-RISK STUDENTS, to provide high performing, high impact educational and wrap-around services which address critical areas for the education of at-risk students, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of November 20, 2019, through November 19, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

      SPECIALIZED EDUCATION OF FLORIDA, INC.
      TWO AQUARIUM DRIVE, SUITE 100
      CAMDEN, NJ 08103
      OWNER/OFFICER: JEFFREY COHEN, CEO

      LOCAL ADDRESS PER LOCAL BUSINESS TAX RECEIPT:
      1450 BRICKELL AVENUE, SUITE 1900
      MIAMI, FL 33131
    2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $5,400,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $1,800,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-142 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-072-CM \u2013 PROGRAM EVALUATION CONSULTANTS

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-072-CM \u2013 PROGRAM EVALUATION CONSULTANTS, to permit rebidding for an expanded pool of vendor responses and modification of the scope of services to include a more defined outline of potential projects and products.

E-144 \u00a0REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-026-TR- REINFORCED CONCRETE AND RELATED SERVICES: SUPPLY AND INSTALL

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-026-TR - REINFORCED CONCRETE AND RELATED SERVICES: SUPPLY AND INSTALL, to permit rebidding.

 

E-145\u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-069-HR \u2013 KITCHEN EQUIPMENT REPAIR, REPLACE AND/OR INSTALL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.\u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO.\u00a0 ITB-18-069-HR \u2013 KITCHEN EQUIPMENT REPAIR, REPLACE AND/ OR INSTALL, to establish a pre-approved vendor list for kitchen equipment maintenance, components, incidental materials and repairs, replace, retrofit, supplies and/or installation services, as needed, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of November 20, 2019 through November 21, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  1. \u00a0ADVANCE CASE PARTS, INC.\u00a0
    12489 NW 44TH STREET
    CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
    OWNER/OPERATOR: GEORGE E. HUDE,
    VICE PRESIDENT
  2. HERITAGE FOOD SERVICE GROUP, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ,
    5130 EXECUTIVE BOULEVARD
    FORT WAYNE, IN 46808
    OWNER/OPERATOR: JOHN MCDONOUGH, \u00a0PRESIDENT
  3. TWC SERVICES, INC.\u00a0\u00a0
    150 MARITIME DRIVE
    SANFORD, FL 32771
    OWNER/OPERATOR: PAUL MORRISON, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $1,500,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-146 CORRECTION OF AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. \u00a0ITB-18-032-CM - TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. CORRECT AWARD OF INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-032-CM - TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES by including additional bidders prior to the anniversary of each extension period to the pool of eligible providers, as stipulated in the solicitation.
  2. AWARD additional bidders as follows:
  1. BUSINESS TRAVEL ADVISORS, INC. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 M/WBE, SBE

    8095 NW 12TH STREET, SUITE 316
    DORAL, FL 33126
    OWNER/OFFICER: SERGIO L. BARRERA, PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

  2. BLACKHISTORYTOURS.COM, INC.

    6574 N State Road 7, SUITE #383
    COCONUT CREEK, FL 33073
    OWNER/OFFICER: ERIC ALBOHER, PRESIDENT

 

E-147 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-068-CM - SIGN LANGUAGE AND TRANSLITERATION SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-068-CM - SIGN LANGUAGE AND TRANSLITERATION SERVICES, to permit rebidding and change in procurement methodology.

 

E-148 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-075-CM - LEGISLATIVE CONSULTANT SERVICES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.\u00a0AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-075-CM - LEGISLATIVE CONSULTANT SERVICES, to solicit proposals from qualified individuals and/or firms for state legislative consulting services, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of November 20, 2019, through November 19, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  1. BECKER & POLIAKOFF, P.A.
    1 EAST BROWARD BOULEVARD, SUITE 1800
    FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33301
    OWNER/OFFICER: GARY C. ROSEN, PRESIDENT
  2. FLORIDA SCHOOL SERVICES, INC.
    208 S. MONROE STREET, SUITE 103
    TALLAHASSEE, FL 32301
    OWNER/OFFICER: THOMAS A. CERRA, MANAGER
  3. RONALD L. BOOK, P.A.
    18851 NE 29TH AVENUE, SUITE 1010
    AVENTURA, FL 33180
    OWNER/OFFICER: RONALD L. BOOK, MANAGER
  4. SUN CITY STRATEGIES, LLC

    7625 WEST 14TH COURT
    HIALEAH, FL 33014
    OWNER/OFFICER: EDUARDO GONZALEZ, MANAGER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contracts for legislative consulting services, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR FOUR PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. accept four grant awards and two donations for programs from:
    1. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the District Instructional Leadership and Faculty Development Grant, in the approximate amount of $775,182, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020.
    2. United States Department of Education (USDOE) for funding under the Perkins Innovation and Modernization Grant Program, in the approximate amount of $500,000, for the grant period of October 1, 2019, through September 30, 2022; and
    3. North Bay Village for funding under the International Baccalaureate at Treasure Island Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $390,000, for the grant period of July 22, 2019, through June 30, 2022.
    4. Adidas America, Inc., for funding under the Miami Edison Senior High School Field and Football Team Project, in the approximate amount of $25,000, and for in-kind services valued at $1,270,000, for the grant period of January 1, 2020, through December 31, 2029.
  2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;
  3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
  4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
  5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
  6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
  7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1\u00a0

A) THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 5 PLAZA LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 1042-UNIT\u00a0 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 501 NORTH MIAMI AVENUE, CITY OF MIAMI, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

B)\u00a0THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

RECOMMENDED:

A)\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among 5 Plaza, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (the “Applicant”), the School Board, and the City of Miami, in connection with a new 1042-unit residential development located at 501 North Miami Avenue, City of Miami, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;
  2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
  3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

B) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to execute the waiver of conflict letter from Greenberg Traurig, which firm is serving solely as counsel for the Applicant in this transaction.

F-2\u00a0ESTABLISH THE COMBINED FAIR MARKET VALUE FOR TWO VACANT BOARD-OWNED PARCELS LOCATED ADJACENT TO FLORIDA CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, 364 N.W. 6 AVENUE, FLORIDA CITY, 33034, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCESS SET FORTH IN SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7315 \u2013 DISPOSAL OF SURPLUS LAND AND OTHER REAL PROPERTY

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, establish the combined fair market value for two vacant Board-owned parcels located adjacent to Florida City Elementary School, 364 N.W. 6 Avenue, Florida City, 33034, at $210,000, and direct the Superintendent to issue an Invitation To Bid for the possible sale of same, in accordance with the process set forth in School Board Policy 7315 \u2013 Disposal of Surplus Land and Other Real Property.

 

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. adjust the capital budget in the amount of $474,953, or the actual amounts remaining at the time of the transfer, with any difference to be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and
  2. make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

 

F-21\u00a0AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $1,014,388; and
  2. make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

 

F-26\u00a0COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PALM SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529700

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Palm Springs Elementary School, located at 6304 East First Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project Number 01529700, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $351,310 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27\u00a0COMMISSION OF LIVS ASSOCIATES, L.L.C. AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & CLASSROOM ADDITION AT MIAMI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529500

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LIVS Associates, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations & Classroom Addition at Miami Shores Elementary School, located at 10351 N.E. 5 Avenue, Miami Shores, Florida 33138, Project Number 01529500, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $364,500 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE JOB ORDER CONTRACTING SYSTEM CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC., D/B/A THE GORDIAN ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR ONE (1) EXTENSION YEAR, UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE CURRENT AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize a one (1) extension to the Job Order Contracting System Consultant Services Agreement with The Gordian Group, Inc., d/b/a The Gordian Associates, Inc., under the same fees, terms and conditions as the current Agreement.

 

F-40\u00a0CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01509200, General Obligation Bond funded ESE building addition (Phase 1), Citrus Grove Elementary School for an additional cost of $27,662.39.

B-2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 5 on Project Number 01543800, General Obligation Bond funded auditorium addition, Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer for an additional cost of $19,709.84.

B-3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 6 on Project Number 01509506, General Obligation Bond funded, pull out to expedite black box theatre, PE & Dining shelter, parking, Norland Middle School for an additional cost of $4,100.41.

B-4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 6 on Project Number 01439400, General Obligation Bond funded addition, Ruth K Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center for an additional cost of $23,470.93.

 

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED (VPI), FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01509000

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to Veitia Padron Incorporated, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at North Miami Elementary School; Project Number 01509000; in the amount of $2,521,628, which includes owner’s contingency in the amount of $148,121.

 

F-42\u00a0AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED (VPI), FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT REDLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01440100

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to Veitia Padron Incorporated, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Redland Middle School; Project Number 01440100; in the amount of $2,110,435, which includes owner’s contingency in the amount of $117,136.

 

F-59\u00a0AWARD ROOFING TERM BID PROJECT NO. 01989300-C OPEN MARKET CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. Award Roofing Term Bid Project No. 01989300-C Contract to:
    1. T&G Corporation dba T&G Constructors M/WBE
      8348 NW 56th Street
      Doral, FL 33166
      Hispanic American
    2. Salomon Construction and Roofing Corp M/WBE
      dba Salomon Roofing and Waterproofing
      15310 NW 33rd Place
      Miami Gardens, FL 33054-2444
      Hispanic American
    3. A-1 Duran Roofing, Inc.
      8095 NW 64th Street
      Miami, FL 33166-2747

F-80\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for six (6) new applications and one (1) increase to single bid limit application for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A”.


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1\u00a0\u00a0PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Ernesto Aguila, as father of Ryle Aguila v. Garibaldy Sanchez and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Circuit Court Case No. 19-17334 CA 01

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employee who is individually named as a Defendant in the case of Ernesto Aguila, as father of Ryle Aguila v. Garibaldy Sanchez and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Circuit Court Case No. 19-17334-CA01.

 

G-2 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Milagros Rodriguez v. Griselda Stanfield, Miami Dade County School Board, Miami-Dade County Police School, Christian Lascano, Dania Guevara \u2013 (Dubraska Guevarra), Bryan Diaz, Ernesto Garcia, Adrian Barazal, Eduard Torrens \u2013 (Edward Torrens), Circuit Court Case No. 18-41945-CA-02

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employees who are individually named as a Defendants in the case of Milagros Rodriguez vs. Griselda Stanfield et al., Circuit Court Case No 18-41945 CA 02.

 

G-3 FINAL READING: PROMULGATION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1135, 3135, AND 4135, PERSONNEL INVESTIGATIONS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed new Policies 1135, 3135, and 4135, Personnel Investigations, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective November 20, 2019.


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3\u00a0AMENDMENT TO BOARD POLICY 6332 TO INCLUDE UNION REPRESENTATION ON SELECTION COMMITTEES FOR HEALTH AND FLEXIBLE BENEFITS (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking to amend School Board Policy 6332 Professional SeNices Contracts for Insurance or Risk Management Programs to ensure the formal representation and participation, in the form of both voice and vote, of union representatives in matters that involve the selection of healthcare, fringe benefits, and related risk management professional services, and those required by and subject to collective bargaining for all contracts that exceed $50,000.00 annually.

 

H-5\u00a0MONITORING SOCIAL MEDIA THREATS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

  1. direct the School Board Attorney to review and determine if there may be any legal issues related to the monitoring of social media threats and report to the Board by January 8, 2020; and
  2. direct the Superintendent of Schools to assess current local and state initiatives to determine if there is a need for additional enhancement in our efforts to successfully monitor social media threats in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and provide a report to the Board, pursuant to Florida law, by January 31, 2020.

 

H-6\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE “IT’S NO JOKE CAMPAIGN” (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Department of Juvenile Justices’ #ItsNoJoke awareness campaign; the District’s participation in it; and the inclusion of the #ItsNoJoke message at parent attended events and on the Parent Portal.

 

H-7\u00a0SPORTS PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to provide the Board a report by January 31, 2020, outlining those sport activities and programs available for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, including potential collaborations with other municipalities and the County, and any recommendations for possible enhancements and/or expansion of the delivery of activities and/or programs during school hours or after school.

 

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK, NOVEMBER 24-30, 2019 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Family Week, November 24-30, 2019, in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-9\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD SUPPORT FOR GOVERNOR DESANTIS’ PROPOSED RECOMMENDATION TO THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE TO INCREASE TEACHER SALARIES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support Governor Ron DeSantis 2020 proposed budget recommendation to increase teacher salaries in Florida, and authorize the School Board Chair, on behalf of the Board, to submit correspondence to the Governor supporting his recommendation.

 

H-10\u00a0HOLIDAY OPT-IN LEARNING (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. Explore the possibility of a holiday opt-in program on a limited basis which would provide educational experiences for students during national holidays; and
  2. Provide a response to the School Board no later than the January 2020 School Board meeting.

 

H-11\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD PARTICIPATION IN PERSONNEL ISSUES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PEREZ:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking procedures to include \u00a0language in Board policy that expressly limits Board Members involvement in personnel matters, including limiting letters of recommendation for District employment from Board members to those instances where the individual being recommended worked with or was previously under the supervision of the Board member, or where the Board member has direct personal knowledge of the individual’s work performance.

 

H-12\u00a0WATER SAFETY CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

  1. review existing M-DCPS curriculum and programs that focus on the teaching and learning of swimming and water safety in grades PK-12;
  2. research and identify best practices in the delivery of PK-12 swimming and water safety instruction;
  3. determine the feasibility of adopting, revising, and/or developing PK-12 curriculum and programs that teaches awareness of activities that lead to drowning and/or symptoms of \u201cdry drowning\u201d, as well as swimming and water safety instruction;
  4. seek both financial and programmatic partners to support the PK-12 swimming and water safety instruction;
  5. amend the Board’s 2020 legislative platform to support the programs and the provision of funding for PK-12 swimming and water safety instruction; and
  6. provide an update, inclusive of any policy, program, partnership, and curriculum recommendations to the School Board no later than the School Board Meeting of March 2020.

 

H-14\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDROSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER AS MILITARY FAMILY APPRECIATION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of November as Military Family Appreciation Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-15\u00a0INTERGENERATIONAL LEARNING (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. Explore the implementation of intergenerational learning programs at senior activity centers and/or living facilities for the purpose of supporting the current pre-K initiatives; and,
  2. Provide a response by the April 2020 School Board meeting.

 

H-16\u00a0SCHEDULED SCHOOL DAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

  1. limit mandatory school closures to those required by declarations of emergencies usually from hurricanes and/or other natural incidents that may jeopardize the safety of children and/or adults and in a manner stipulated in School Board Policy 8420;
  2. issue directives regarding same as appropriate; and
  3. initiate rulemaking to establish and/or amend School Board Policy, where necessary. 

 

H-17\u00a0\u00a0COMPETITIVE CHEERLEADING (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

  1. to establish a process and platform, such as a Task Force inclusive of relevant school leaders, athletic directors, cheerleading sponsors, parents, GMAC Representatives, and students to further discuss and provide relevant insight, information, and perspective on the establishment of cheerleading as a competitive sport;
  2. take appropriate action to establish cheerleading as a competitive sport in Miami-Dade County Public Schools for the 2020-2021 school year;
  3. initiate rulemaking to establish and/or amend School Board Policy, where necessary; and 
  4. provide an update to the School Board regarding planned 2020-2021 implementation no later than the School Board Meeting of March 2020.

 

H-18 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER TRAVEL (IN-STATE AND OUTSIDE OF THE STATE) (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve travel by a Board member, as delineated in this item, which is incorporated herein by reference, for in-state travel outside of the School District; and find that said travel by the Board member is for the official business of the school district and complies with rules of the State Board of Education.


Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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10:00 A.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Superintendent Presiding
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION 
1. Welcome - Superintendent
2. Explanation of Procedures - Board Attorney
3. Election of Chair
4. Election of Vice Chair

5. Agenda Item SP-1 - Authorization of Signature of Board Officers

MOTION: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law.

6. Agenda Item SP-2 - Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2018.

 

 

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

NOVEMBER 15, 2017 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-105 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CELEBRATING THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF DIANDRE INCERA (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-105 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, celebrating the accomplishments of Diandre Incera.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-106 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AIR BASE K-8 CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION AS A U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION GREEN RIBBON SCHOOL (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-106 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Air Base K‑8 Center for International Education for their designation as a Green Ribbon School award recipient by the U.S. Department of Education.

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-107 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE LISTENERS/OYENTES PROGRAM (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-107 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Listeners/Oyentes Program for over forty years of outstanding commitment to the students of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-110 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MRS. BESSIE LEGRANT (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-110 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Bessie Legrant for her outstanding career as an educator in M-DCPS.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-109 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING THE JOS\u00c9 MILTON FOUNDATION (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-109 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring The Jos\u00e9 Milton Foundation for its contributions to our community.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-108 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. VIRGINIA A. JACK (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-108 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Virginia A. Jacko.

B-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-111 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ANGELINA GREEN (replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-111 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Angelina Green.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Miami Senior High School Flutist

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • October 5, 10, 12, and 26, 2017

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • October 11, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Newly arrived students from hurricane affected areas

A-2 PROVIDE RELIEF TO THE MUNICIPALITY OF IGUALA IN THE COUNTRY OF HONDURAS AND TO OTHER COMMUNITIES IN THE CARIBBEAN BASIN IMPACTED BY RECENT NATURAL AND ECONOMIC DISASTERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1) provide a school bus identified as surplus inventory, as may be available, to the municipality of Iguala, Lempira, Honduras, and

2) provide additional items, such as surplus buses and furniture, to other countries in the Caribbean Basin, as the need arises, with notification to be provided to the Board when such action occurs; and

3) coordinate transport of the donated items with identified willing agencies at no cost to the District.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-2 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Miami-Dade County Public Schools 2017-2018 Testing Calendar.

C-100 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL FROM SEPTEMBER 8, 2017 THROUGH OCTOBER 12, 2017

2. ACCEPTANCE OF DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) PARTICIPANTS - LISTING 39

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the Personnel Action Listing 1101 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from September 8, 2017 through October 12, 2017.

2. accept the resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 39, as of the dates indicated.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (revised 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective November 16, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

D-22 REQUEST BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL TO CONTRACT PERSONNEL FOR OPEN BUDGETED POSITION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, grant the request by the Inspector General to hire Mr. David Hernandez as OIG Special Agent on a contractual basis.

D-23 APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - DR. MARTIN KARP

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, grant a personal leave of absence from teaching to Dr. Martin Karp for a one-year period, effective November 16, 2017.

D-24 REQUEST APPROVAL OF AMENDED I0 AND G0 SALARY SCHEDULES TO COMPLY WITH NEW STATE MINIMUM WAGE FOR AFFECTED POSITIONS AND PROVIDE SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR AFFECTED EMPLOYEES EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the amended I0 and G0 Salary Schedules to comply with new State minimum wage for affected positions and provide salary adjustments for affected employees effective January 1, 2018.

D-25 REALIGNMENT OF THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That effective November 16, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the realignment of the Office of Economic Opportunity.

D-26 APPROVE THE 2017-2018 COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL AND CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.Approve a salary adjustment for eligible MEP class employees, effective July 1, 2017, for an average distribution of 2.0% and up to an additional 0.4% be set aside for distribution based on performance, upon completion of the 2016-2017 evaluations.

2.Approve a compensation adjustment of 2.0% for eligible CEP employees, and adjust the salary range accordingly, effective July 1, 2017.

D-27 RATIFCATION OF THE 2017-2020 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2017-2020 Tentative Agreement Successor Contract with UTD effective July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020.

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for:

1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

A)Carol Y. Johnson: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Linda Lentin K-8 Center, for three (3) workdays, effective November 16, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A- 5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

A)Kamla C. Bhagwandin: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at South Dade Middle School, effective November 16, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.0-1, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 5630, Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

8) Fannye M. Hills: suspension without pay from her position as Bus Aide at Northeast Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective November 16, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; 8600, Transportation; and 8670, Post Trip Inspections of School Buses. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 44 7 .209, Florida Statutes; and Articles 11 and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

C) Luis F. Salazar: suspension without pay from his position as School Bus Driver at Central West Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective November 16, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; 8600, Transportation; and 8670, Post Trip Inspections of School Buses. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

D) Ricardo A. Salomon: suspension without pay from his position as School Bus Driver at Southwest Transportation Center, for five (5) calendar days, effective November 16, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

E) Darlene G. Taylor: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Paraprofessional II at South Dade Middle School, effective November 16, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 5630, Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes.

D-66 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF FOUR NEW CHARTER APPLICATIONS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve six new charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board with:

1.      deleted

2.      deleted

3. Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral School of the Arts (High Performing Replication of Doral Performing Arts and Entertainment Academy, MSID 7009);

4. International Studies Charter High School, Inc., d/b/a International Studies Academy (ISA) High School (High Performing Replication of International Studies Charter High School, MSID 7007);

5. International Studies Charter High School, Inc., d/b/a International Studies Academy (ISA) Middle School (High Performing Replication of International Studies Charter Middle School, MSID 6045); and,

6. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy Brickell Preparatory High School.

D-67 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-95 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2016-2017 school year, the 2017 summer session, and the 2017-2018 school year;

2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-03 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2017-2018 school year, the 2018 summer session, and the 2018-2019 school year;

3. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-06 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2017-2018 school year, the 2018 summer session, and the 2018-2019 school year; and

4. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion.

D-68 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2017-2018 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into contractual agreements with the following sites for graduation rehearsals and exercises, May 30, 2018, through June 7, 2018:

  • Area Stage Company at the Riviera Theater
  • Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
  • Coral Gables Women\u2019s Club
  • Florida International University Graham Center
  • Florida International University The Herbert and Nicole Wertheim Performing Arts Center
  • Ocean Bank Convocation Center at FIU
  • Olympia Theater
  • James L. Knight Center
  • Jungle Island Treetop Ballroom
  • Manuel Artime Theater
  • Miami-Dade County Auditorium
  • Miami Dade College North Campus - Lehman Theater
  • Shepard and Ruth K. Broad Performing Arts Center, Barry University
  • South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
  • The Fillmore Miami Beach at Jackie Gleason Theater
  • University of Miami Maurice Gusman Concert Hall
  • Watsco Center at the University of Miami

2. enter into agreements permitting waiver of the School Board\u2019s traditional termination clause, indemnification and hold harmless clauses with the graduation sites listed above; and

3. authorize payment for charges incurred to lease the facilities and to pay for ancillary services associated with graduation, e.g., stagehands, electricians, ushers, parking and parking attendants, the rental of audio-visual equipment, plants, chairs, pianos, crowd control dividers, and the rental of caps and gowns for District and Region administrators who will attend graduations as platform guests, at a total cost not to exceed $556,600.00.

The appropriation for these items is included in the General Fund of the 2017-2018 Adopted Budget.

D-69 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trips to:

1. Barcelona and Madrid, Spain for the students at Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, Miami Central Senior High School, Young Men\u2019s Preparatory Academy, Ronald W. Reagan/Doral Senior High School and Law Enforcement Officers Memorial High School;

2. Dublin, Ireland; London, England; and Paris, France for the students at Coral Gables Senior High School;

3. Emerald Isle, Dublin, Galway, Killarney, Cork, and Kailkenny, Ireland for the students at John A. Ferguson Senior School;

4. Amsterdam, Netherlands; Brussels, Belgium; Paris, France; and London, England for the students at G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School;

5. Madrid, Cordoba, and Seville, Spain for the students at International Studies Preparatory Academy;

6. Athens, Corinth, Olympia, and Delphi, Greece for the students at Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer;

7. Rome and Florence, Italy; Delphi, Igoumenitsa, and Athens, Greece for the students at Miami Beach Senior High School;

8. Madrid, Cordova, and Seville, Spain for the students at Miami Coral Park Senior High School;

9. Paris and Versailles, France for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School;

10. Venice, Florence, and Rome, Italy for the students at Miami Palmetto Senior High School;

11. Athens, Corinth, Epidaurus, Olympia, and Delphi, Greece for the students at South Miami Senior High School;

12. Madrid, Zaragoza, and Barcelona, Spain for the students at Southwest Miami Senior High School.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending September 2017.

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JULY, AUGUST and September 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,969 deletions with a depreciated cost of $278,591 and 9 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $11,858 to update the records for July, August and September 2017.

E-35 SCHOOL BOARD DESIGNATED BANK DEPOSITORY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the designation of IberiaBank, as a Board-approved depository in accordance with and as provided by law.

E-66 APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES AND COMPOSITE RATE FOR THE DISTRICT\u2019S SELF INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2018; AND CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES THROUGH THE FLORIDA SCHOOLS RETIREE BENEFITS CONSORTIUM (FSRBC)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates for all current benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents for associations (Managerial Exempt Personnel, Confidential Exempt Personnel) and unions in agreement with plan design and contribution changes for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018, which appears on page 3 of the agenda item; and

2. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates for employees hired on and after January 1, 2018, benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents for associations (Managerial Exempt Personnel, Confidential Exempt Personnel) and unions in agreement with plan design and contribution changes for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2018 through December 31, 2018, which appears on page 4 of the agenda item; and

3. approve the following composite rate structure for the District\u2019s self-funded healthcare program for calendar year 2018, with the Individual Stop Loss premium\u2019s attachment point of $1,000,000; and

2018

Administrative Services Only (ASO) Fee

$ 22.32

Pharmaceutical Rebate Decrement

      ($ 11.00)

Individual Stop Loss (ISL) Premium

$ 9.62

Internal Service Fund Administrative Fee

$ 3.08

Health Care Blue Book Admin Fee

$ 1.25

Total Monthly Composite Rate

$ 25.27

4. approve Medicare Group plan offerings and applicable premiums as referenced below with listed plans and premiums to be subject to final approval from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS);

Medicare Advantage Plan - Prescription Drug Plans

Medicare Supplement Plans

Pharmacy Part D Plans

Zero Premium

Group National PPO

Comprehensive Plan

Premier Premium PPO

Plan A

Plan F

Plan N

Saver Plus

Preferred

Comprehensive

Premier

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E-86 AUDIT OF SELECTED DATA RELATED TO 65 FINANCIALLY CLOSED PROJECTS FROM YEAR 1 & YEAR 2 OF THE GOB PROGRAM AND MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Selected Data related to 65 Financially Closed Projects from Year 1 & Year 2 of the GOB Program and Miami Norland Senior High School.

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

E-88 SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OPERATION OF WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS AS OF AND FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2016

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Special-Purpose Financial Statements and Independent Certified Public Accountants Operation of WLRN Television and Radio Stations As of and for the Year Ended June 30, 2016.

E-89 EVALUATION OF WLRN-TV/FM\u2019S RESTATEMENT OF ITS UNDERWRITING REVENUE SPLIT BETWEEN TELEVISION AND RADIO FOR THE PERIOD JULY 1, 2007 THROUGH JUNE30, 2015, REPORT NO. ESJ1708-1710

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Evaluation of WLRN-TV/FM\u2019s Restatement of its Underwriting Revenue Split between Television and Radio for the period July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2015, Report No. ESJ1708-1710.

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-048-CV \u2013 LAWN EQUIPMENT, POWER

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-048-CV \u2013 LAWN EQUIPMENT, POWER to establish a contract, at firm fixed prices, for the Office of Facilities, with an initial effective date of November 15, 2017 through November 14, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

a. ALLIED PAPER COMPANY SBE/MBE
D.B.A. ALLIED PAPER & COMPANY
13741 S. W. 147TH AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33196
OWNER/OFFICER: LORRAINE PRICE, PRESIDENT

b. JOE BLAIR GARDEN SUPPLY, INC. SBE
320 N. E. 79TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33138
OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID SHOAF, PRESIDENT

c. REJECTED ITEM

Item 19 - Electric Pressure Washer \u2013 This item did not comply with specifications.

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required, for up to the total estimated amount of $1,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $500,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-051-AC - COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-051-AC COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING located at Coconut Grove Elementary School, at 3351 >Matilda Street, Miami, FL 33133, for a period of one (1) year, including two possible one-year renewal periods, at the sole option of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, as follows:

PRIMARY

OMNI VALET SERVICES, INC.
1100 SOUTHEAST 14TH STREET
DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33441
OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN DANIELS, PRESIDENT
ANNUAL RENTAL AMOUNT: $72,015.00

ALTERNATE

AMERICAN CAR PARKS, INC.
25 WEST FLAGLER STREET SUITE 1010
MIAMI, FL 33130
OWNER/OFFICER: RICARDO A. METRAL, PRESIDENT
ANNUAL RENTAL AMOUNT: $69,000.00

2. Request authorization for the Superintendent of Schools to grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement with the awarded vendors including amending any of the exhibits to the lease agreement, renewing, extending, cancelling and /or terminating the lease agreement and placing the awarded vendor in default, as may be applicable; and

3. Request authorization for the Superintendent of Schools to award the contract to American Car Parks, Inc., which is the vendor offering the next highest annual rental rate, in the event the District is unable to consummate lease agreement with the awarded primary vendor.

E-143 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-023-MT \u2013 SALE OF A PORTION OF BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT N.E. 2nd AVENUE AND N.E. 40th STREET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-023-MT \u2013 SALE OF A PORTION OF BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT N.E. 2nd AVENUE AND N.E. 40th STREET, due to no Bid responses to this solicitation and permit future re-bidding.

E-144 AUTHORIZE NEGOTIATIONS FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-16-027-MT \u2013 SALE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1370 N.E. SECOND AVENUE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-16-027-MT \u2013 SALE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1370 N.E. SECOND AVENUE, to offer for sale and/or development an existing parking lot (with a lot size of approximately 49,075 square feet) owned by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida (\u201cBoard\u201d) with the highest ranked proposer, as follows:

1370 NE 2nd, LLC
2200 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD
MIAMI, FL 33137
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL SHEITELMAN, VICE PRESIDENT

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR ELEVEN PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept eleven grant awards for the following programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Earlington Heights Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $273,996, for the grant period of July 17, 2017, through July 31, 2018;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Golden Glades Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $337,586, for the grant period of August 1, 2017, through July 31, 2018;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Liberty City Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $334,214, for the grant period of August 1, 2017, through July 31, 2018;

d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $274,722, for the grant period of August 1, 2017, through July 31, 2018;

e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Jose de Diego Middle School, in the approximate amount of $266,250, for the grant period of July 17, 2017, through July 31, 2018;

f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Downtown Miami Charter School, in the approximate amount of $316,174, for the grant period of August 4, 2017, through July 31, 2018;

g. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics (STEAM) through Science, Engineering, Communication and Mathematics Enhancement (SECME) Stars IV, in the approximate amount of $699,720, for the grant period of July 17, 2017, through July 31, 2018;

h. United States Department of Homeland Security for funding under the Citizenship and Assimilation Grant Program, in the approximate amount of $250,000, for the grant period of October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2019;

i. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, 2017-2018 Unified School Improvement Grant (UniSIG), in the approximate amount of $4,490,580, for the grant period of October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2018;

j. Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for funding under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, in the approximate amount of $345,950, for the grant period of October 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018; and

k. United States Department of Education (USDOE) for funding under the Magnet Schools Assistance Program, in the approximate amount of $15,000,000, for the grant period of October 1, 2017 through September 30, 2022.

2. enter into contractual service agreement with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

a. Q-Q Research Consultants, in the approximate amount of $340,000, in support of the Magnet Schools Assistance Program;

b. Florida International University, in the approximate amount of $240,000, in support of the Magnet Schools Assistance Program;

c. Miami Dade College, in the approximate amount of $380,000, in support of the Magnet Schools Assistance Program;

d. Elam Leadership Institute, in the approximate amount of $155,000, in support of the Magnet Schools Assistance Program; and

e. Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, in the approximate amount of $405,000, in support of the Magnet Schools Assistance Program.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXPLORE WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d) ITS POSSIBLE ACQUISITION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2780 N.W. 87 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33147 (\u201cPROPERTY\u201d), FOR USE BY THE COUNTY\u2019S FIRE RESCUE DEPARTMENT AS A FLEET MAINTENANCE FACILITY;

2. OBTAIN APPRAISALS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ITS DISCUSSIONS WITH THE COUNTY; AND

3. FORMULATE AND PRESENT ADDITIONAL DETAILS WITH RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE BOARD AT A SUBSEQUENT MEETING, SHOULD DISCUSSIONS WITH THE COUNTY BE SUCCESSFUL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Explore with Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d) its possible acquisition of the School Board-Owned Property located at 2780 N.W. 87 Street, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33147 (\u201cProperty\u201d), for use by the County\u2019s Fire Rescue Department as a fleet maintenance facility;

2. Obtain appraisals for the purpose of its discussions with the County; and

3. Formulate and present additional details with recommendations to the Board at a subsequent meeting,

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, MODIFY THE TERM OF THE LEASE AGREEMENTS WITH UNITED WAY OF MIAMI-DADE, INC. (\u201cUNITED WAY\u201d), FOR USE OF SPACE AT LILLIE C. EVANS K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1895 N.W. 75 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33147; CAROL CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4375 N.W. 173 DRIVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33055; AND ETHEL F. BECKFORD/RICHMOND PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 16929 S.W. 104 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33157 TO OPERATE EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, modify the term of the lease agreements with United Way of Miami-Dade, Inc. (\u201cUnited Way\u201d), for use of space at Lillie C. Evans K-8 Center, located at 1895 N.W. 75 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33147; Carol City Elementary School, located at 4375 N.W. 173 Drive, Miami Gardens, Florida 33055; and Ethel F. Beckford/Richmond Primary Learning Center campus, located at 16929 S.W. 104 Avenue, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33157 to operate Early Head Start programs.

F-5 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FURTHER EXPLORE A POSSIBLE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE BOARD AND THE CITY OF AVENTURA, THROUGH WHICH A TWO-ACRE VACANT PARCEL COULD BE MADE AVAILABLE TO THE BOARD FOR THE DEVELOPMENT BY THE BOARD OF A NEW DISTRICT OPERATED HIGH SCHOOL FACILITY, AND BRING BACK AN ITEM TO THE BOARD AT THE APPROPRIATE TIME (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to further explore a possible collaboration between the Board and the City of Aventura, through which a two-acre vacant parcel could be made available to the Board for the development by the Board of a new District operated high school facility, and bring back an item to the Board at the appropriate time.

F-26 APPROVAL OF UPDATED \u201cPROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (A/EPC) AND SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (SPC)\u201d (RELATED TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6330 \u2013 ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the updated \u201cProcedures for the Selection of Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultants (A/EPC) and Special Projects Consultants (SPC)\u201d (related to School Board Policy 6330 - Architectural, Engineering, Landscape Architectural, Land Surveying, Construction Management, Program Management and Inspection Services).

F-27 APPROVAL OF UPDATED \u201cPROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (CM), CM AT-RISK AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES\u201d (RELATED TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6330 \u2013 ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the updated \u201cProcedures for the Selection of \u201cConstruction Management (CM), CM at-Risk, and Program Management Services\u201d (related to School Board Policy 6330 - Architectural, Engineering, Landscape Architectural, Land Surveying, Construction Management, Program Management and Inspection Services).

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01432900, General Obligation Bond funded renovation project at Charles R. Hadley Elementary for a credit of $32,403.02

B-2. Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01337300, General Obligation Bond funded replacement/renovation project at Oak Grove Elementary School for a credit of $117,659.12

F-41 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED BUILDING ADDITION AT ETHEL KOGER BECKHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01426100

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the proposed facility at the General Obligation Bond funded building addition at Ethel Koger Beckham Elementary School, Project Number 01426100

F-42 AWARD TO J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION COMPANY THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITIONS, RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT BEN SHEPPARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 5700 WEST 24 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33016; PROJECT NUMBER 01423500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to J.R.T. Construction Company, the General Obligation Bond funded additions, renovations and repairs project at Ben Sheppard Elementary School, located at 5700 West 24 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33016; Project Number 01423500; on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $5,055,897.42.

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve four (4) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Proposed Single Bid Limit increase for seven (7) delineated applications.

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 9140, CITIZENS\u2019 ADVISORY COMMITTEES; 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO AND MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS; AND 6840, AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Policies 9140, Citizens\u2019 Advisory Committees, 6320.02, Small/Micro and Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs, and 6840, Audit and Budget Advisory Committee, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective November 15, 2017.

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD BYLAWS 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS, AND 0164, NOTICE OF MEETINGS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Bylaws 0165, Public Meetings, and 0164, Notice of Meetings.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-1 EXHAUSTING ALL ELEMENTS OF NEGOTIATION AND JOIN LITIGATION CHALLENGING SPECIFIC PROVISIONS OF HB 7069 THAT RAISE CONSTITUTIONAL AND LEGAL ISSUES (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(1) continue to explore and exhaust all avenues for negotiation to address the constitutional violations of HB 7069 which undermine local control of public education, as outlined in Agenda Item G-3 of the August 9, 2017 School Board Meeting; and

(2) direct the Attorney to join by January 16, 2018, the Coalition of thirteen Florida School Boards who have filed litigation, if, no concrete, substantive and documented legislative solutions have been attained which corrects the constitutional infringements on School Board Authority.

H-3 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD TO APPROVE THE PROCESS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN INDEPENDENT AUDIT/REVIEW OF THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

1. approve the process for the development of a mid-point independent audit/review of the General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded School Improvement Program;

2. authorize the Chief Auditor to define the scope, timelines, and final cost estimate not to exceed $200,000, allowable under the GOB, for the selection of an independent auditing firm, pursuant to School Board Policy 6320 in a manner consistent with the selection of external independent auditors;

3. authorize the Chief Auditor to present to the School Board Audit and Budget Committee the scope of the proposal, and to present said scope to the School Board for approval;

4. present the award of the selected firm to the Audit and Budget Committee and to the School Board for final approval, pursuant to School Board Policy 6320, following the competitive solicitation process; and

5. after final School Board approval, direct the Chief Auditor to provide quarterly progress reports to the School Board starting January 17, 2018, and thereafter.

H-4 COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF WHITE FLEET (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

a. conduct an assessment of the SBAB Motor Pool and SBAB Administration Vehicles;

b. create a schedule of maintenance for the vehicles; and

c. report all information to the Board no later than January 2018.

H-5 DELINEATION OF STAFF WITHIN THE OFFICE OF THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY AND THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the School Board Attorney and Chief Auditor to:

a. develop and provide annually a complete set of administrative organizational charts for their respective offices to the Board; and
b.
c. provide a copy to the Superintendent for the purpose of making them available for public view via the main page of the District\u2019s website.

H-6 ELECTION OF SCHOOL BOARD VICE CHAIR (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent initiate rulemaking proceedings, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, to amend relevant Board policies regarding the election of a Vice-Chair to mirror current state law in the manner specified herein, with said amendments to take effect at the November 2018 regular Board meeting.

H-7 PILOT FOR SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, establish a three month pilot program beginning in January, 2018, to schedule Board Committee meetings beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesdays with each Committee meeting advertised with a start time and end time.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING NOVEMBER AS HUNGER AND HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, authorize the Superintendent to endorse November as Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Month.

H-10 ACCOUNTING, REPORTING, AUDITING AND TRANSPARENCY OF GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND EXPENDITURES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. establish a system and structure for quarterly reporting of GOB expenditures to the Board by each cost category and related project;

2. provide an expenditure report for all GOB expenditures to date by each category, school board voting district, and school name, and provide same to Board on a quarterly basis;

3. establish and implement a process and system to report all GOB expenditures by each category and related projects for public access and review on the District and specific school location website to be updated quarterly and in alignment with the timeline that the Board receives the same;

4. provide a summary report of the names and amounts paid to each vendor/contractor and sub-contractor to date and a subsequent quarterly report regarding same to the Board. This information is also to be made available for public access and review on the District website;

5. continue to work with the Chief Auditor to ensure and facilitate the conducting of an audit of GOB expenditures to date by each cost category and related projects and subsequent annual audits through the expenditure of all remaining GOB funds; and

6. provide an update on the status and/or completion of the above actions to the Board at the School Board Meeting of February 21, 2018.

H-11 SUPPORTING SAFE ENVIRONMENTS FOR STUDENTS AND ENCOURAGING POSITIVE INTERACTIONS AND A HARMONIOUS SCHOOL CLIMATE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorizes the Superintendent to create an awareness campaign that provides easy access to the necessary information parents and students need in situations involving bullying, harassment, and all other types of trauma.

H-12 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING NOVEMBER AS NATIONAL ADOPTION MONTH (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse November as National Adoption Month.

H-13 STATE LEGISLATIVE LOBBYING CONTRACTS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to provide the Board with any recommendations on additional State Legislative lobbying team members and bring back any contracts for additional lobbyists to work in conjunction with the three Board approved legislative lobbying firms by no later than the December 6, 2017 School Board Meeting.

H-14 ESOL PARENT GUIDE FOR THE ENGLISH LEARNER\u2019S PATHWAY TO EDUCATION IN M-DCPS

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Develop a guide for parents of English Learners to facilitate access to information.

2. Provide an update to the Board no later than the Board Meeting of January, 2018.

H-15 COUNCIL OF GREAT CITY SCHOOLS 61ST ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the Council of Great City Schools 61st Annual Fall Conference update

H-16 FOODS RICH IN FIBER (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent review Policy 8510, Wellness Policy, and, in consultation with the Wellness Advisory Committee, make any recommendations deemed necessary to strengthen the policy as it refers to fiber content of the food served in our cafeterias for breakfast and lunch, as well as items sold in the vending machines.

H-18 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO EXPLORE AND INITIATE COLLABORATIONS AND EXECUTE NEGOTIATIONS, AS APPROPRIATE, WITH FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY (FIU) FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF TEACHING ACADEMIES WITH AN EMPHASIS ON STEM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. explore and initiate collaborations and execute negotiations, as appropriate, with Florida International University for the development and implementation of Teaching Academies with an emphasis on STEM; and

2. report back to the School Board by February 21, 2018.

H-19 SCHOOLSITE TECHNOLOGY SERVICES AND SUPPORT (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. review the current processes, procedures, and personnel structures that provide technology service and support to schools;

2. identify efficiency and effectiveness levels of the processes and procedures that are designed to service and support technology at schools; and

3. provide an update on technology, service and support provided to schools, to the Board no later than February 21, 2018.

H-20 \u201cNO USE OF CELLPHONES WHILE DRIVING\u201d SIGNS IN SCHOOL ZONES (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent to explore a collaboration with Miami-Dade County, that would provide for the installation of \u201cNo Use of Cellphones While Driving\u201d signs in school zones with a report back to the Board at the January 2018 School Board Meeting; and

2. to include as part of the School Board\u2019s 2018 Legislative Priorities a recommendation to amend \u00a7316.305, Florida Statutes, by making it a primary offense that a person may not operate a motor vehicle while manually typing or entering multiple letters, numbers, symbols, or other characters into a wireless communications device for the purpose of non-voice interpersonal communication, including, but not limited to, communication methods known as texting, e-mailing, and instant messaging.

H-21 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse additional schools for submittal under the Safe Routes to School infrastructure grant program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and request the Superintendent to formalize the grant applications accordingly.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

DECEMBER 6, 2017 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*
(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 4, 2017.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click on button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediatelyfollowing the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not concludebefore 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present andhave been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-113 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE PUBLC DEFENDER CARLOS J. MARTINEZ (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-113 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami-Dade County Public Defender Carlos J. Martinez.

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. MARIO J. ARTECONA AND HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF GREATER MIAMI (replacement)

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-114 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE GIRLS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM AT G. HOLMES BRADDOCK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-114 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the achievements of the Girls Cross Country Team at G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School.

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-115 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CHEVRON\u2019S FUEL YOUR SCHOOL PROGRAM (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-115 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Chevron\u2019s Fuel Your School Program.

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-112 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2017-2018 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S DISTRICT ADVISORY PANEL FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES INCLUSION ACHIEVEMENT AWARD RECIPIENTS (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 17-112 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Devon Aire K-8 Center, Fienberg Fisher K-8 Center and Ruben Dario Middle School as the recipients of the 2017-2018 Superintendent\u2019s District Advisory Panel for Students with Disabilities Inclusion Achievement Award.

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 17-116 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MARILYN NEFF (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.17-116 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Marilyn Neff.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer Chorus

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • November 15, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS,EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENTAND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATIONGOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE\u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2017-2018 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2017-2018 Educational Excellence School Advisory Council (EESAC) rosters.

C-2 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2017-2018 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS (SIPs) (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2017-2018 School Improvement Plans.

C-3 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC., D/B/A KIPP MIAMI SUNRISE ACADEMY (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute a management agreement with KIPP Miami, Inc., a Florida Not-for-Profit Corporation, d/b/a KIPP Miami Sunrise Academy to provide localized support, strategic planning, staffing recommendations, human resource coordination, facilities development, regulatory compliance, corporate records maintenance, accounting, budgeting, cash management and financial reporting services for the remainder of the term of the charter school contract, with an option to renew and for a fee of up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year. Additional services, including but not limited to food services and transportation, may be provided under separate contract at cost.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL FROM OCTOBER 13, 2017 THROUGH NOVEMBER 16, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1102 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from October 13, 2017 through November 16, 2017.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective December 7, 2017, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

D-22 RATIFICATION OF THE 2017-2018 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ADDENDUM TO THE 2015-2018 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS' ASSOCIATION (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2017-2018 Tentative Agreement Addendum to the DCSAA labor contract effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018.

D-23 RATIFICATION OF THE 2017-2018 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ADDENDUM TO THE 2015-2018 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE COMMITTEE (good cause)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2017-2018 Tentative Agreement Addendum to the DCSMEC labor contract effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018.

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF D ISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (revised)

RECOMMENDED: 1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

A) Christopher C. Harvin: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at Jesse J. Mccrary, Jr.
Elementary School, for seven (7) calendar days, effective December 7, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the
Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and
Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

B) Charles S. Richardson: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Jesse J. Mccrary, Jr. Elementary
School, for three (3) calendar days, effective December 7, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in
accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the
Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and
Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

A)Kenia Hernandez: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Satellite Assistant at Ronald W. Reagan/Doral Senior High School, effective December 7, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(1), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06 and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

B)Derrick Pittman: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Custodian at Carrie P. Meek/Westview K-8 Center, effective December 7, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(1), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06 and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

C)Yaima C. Rodriguez: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Part-Time Food Service Worker I at Miami Springs Middle School, effective December 7, 2017, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(1), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06 and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF SEVEN NEW CHARTER APPLICATIONS, TWO NEW CHARTER CONTRACTS AND ONE CHARTER CONTRACT AMENDMENT (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve seven new charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board with:

1. (deleted)

2. AcadeMir Charter Schools, Inc., d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School of Math and Science;

3. The City of Aventura (Aventura Charter High School);

4. Beacon College Prep, Inc., d/b/a Beacon College Prep Middle School;

5. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep Academy of Miami Dade;

6. Somerset Academy, Inc. d/b/a Somerset Academy Sunset, (High Performing Replication of Somerset Academy Elementary School - South Miami Campus, MSID 2007);

7. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Sunset Middle School, (High Performing Replication of Somerset Academy Middle School - South Miami Campus, MSID 6053); and,

8. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Sunset High School, (High Performing Replication of Somerset High School, (MSID 7042).

B. Approve two new charter school contracts with:

1. Downtown Doral Charter Upper School, Inc., (Downtown Doral Charter Upper School), (a) for a 5 year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023; and (b) to share the facility located at 8390 NW 53 Street, Doral, FL 33166 (Folio No. 35-3022-007-0090) with Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School (MSID 3002), until their permanent facility is completed.

2. KIPP Miami, Inc., d/b/a KIPP Miami Sunrise Academy, (a) for a 5 year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023, subject to approval of a lease by the School Board; and (b) to change the name of the school from KIPP Miami School to KIPP Miami Sunrise Academy.

C. Approve one amended charter contract with AcadeMir Charter Schools, Inc., d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School Middle to increase student enrollment by 145 students from 255 to 400 students commencing July 1, 2017.

D. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending October 2017.

E-35 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the Annual Report of the activities of the Treasury Advisory Committee for 2017 (Attachment A as shown in the item).

E-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) #17-001-AG, CONSULTING SERVICES, EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAM (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. award its contract for employee benefit consulting services to Aon Consulting, Inc., pursuant to RFP 17-001-AG, Consulting Services, Employee Benefit Program, effective February 1, 2018 for a three-year period with the ability to extend for two additional one-year periods with any changes in fees, terms or conditions to be brought back to the Board for approval at the following hourly rate structure:

Position

Current

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Lead Consultant

$300

$297

$297

$297

Senior Consultant

$275

$272

$272

$272

Consultant

$225

$223

$223

$223

Fellow Actuary

$275

$272

$272

$272

Associate Actuary

$225

$223

$223

$223

Legal Consultant

$360

$356

$356

$356

Clerical

$0

$0

$0

$0

2. approve firm fixed prices for specific actuarial services, audits and development and analysis of RFP projects, effective February 1, 2018 for a three-year period with the ability to extend for two additional one-year periods with any changes in fees, terms or conditions to be brought back to the Board for approval:

Project Description

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

A

State Filing for the Self-Insured Plan (annual)

$8,300

$8,500

$8,700

B

GASB OPEB Valuation Report (annual)

$18,700

$19,300

$19,800

C

GASB Valuation Report for SERP (annual)

$13,500

$13,900

$14,300

D

Quarterly IBNR Valuation Report

$12,800

$13,200

$13,500

E

Quarterly Financial Projections

$64,100

$66,100

$68,000

Project Description

One Time Projects

F

Employee Benefit Related RFP's

$174,400

G

Long Term Care RFP

$40,000

H

Voluntary Flexible Benefits RFP

$75,000

I

Medical Claims Audit

$0*

J

Pharmacy (Rx) Audit

$0*

* Paid directly by Cigna

3. authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contact with Aon Consulting, Inc. for services to be performed, pursuant to RFP 17-001-AG, Consulting Services, Employee Benefit Program.

E-86 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT, AUDITOR\u2019S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS, MANAGEMENT LETTER AND SINGLE AUDIT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Auditor\u2019s Communication of Audit Results, Management Letter and Single Audit for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017.

E-87 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS 2017 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2018 ANNUAL AUDIT PLAN AND BUDGET (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Office of Management and Compliance Audits 2017 Annual Report and 2018 Annual Audit Plan and Budget.

E-88 SCOPE OF PROPOSAL FOR AN INDEPENDENT AUDIT/REVIEW OF THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (withdrawn)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and file the ABAC\u2019s recommendation for the Scope of Proposal For An Independent Audit/Review of The General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded School Improvement Program.

E-89 AUDIT OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, JUNE 30, 2017 (revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Educational Facilities Impact Fee Fund, Special- Purpose Financial Statements, June 30, 2017.

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-068-CV \u2013 DEMOLITION OF PORTABLE CLASSROOMS AND SITE RESTORATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-068-CV \u2013 DEMOLITION OF PORTABLE CLASSROOMS AND SITE RESTORATION to establish a contract, with preapproved vendors, for the demolition of portable classrooms and site restoration with an initial effective date of December 6, 2017 through December 5, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

A. AFT BUILDERS, INC.
6625 MIAMI LAKES DRIVE, SUITE # 427
MIAMI LAKES, FL 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: CARLOS REY VALENTI, PRESIDENT

B. KASAS CONSTRUCTION, INC. MBE
2560 BASE WAY
HOLLYWOOD, FL 33026
OWNER/OFFICER: KAMRAN OKHOVAT, PRESIDENT

C. LEGO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY M/WBE/SBE
1011 SUNNY BROOK ROAD, SUITE # 905
MIAMI, FL 33136
OWNER/OFFICER: LUIS GARCIA, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

D. PIONEER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT M/WBE
SERVICES, INC. SBE TIER 2
540 N. W. 165TH STREET ROAD, SUITE # 307
MIAMI, FL 33169
OWNER/OFFICER: D. RUEL MILES, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN

E. THE BG GROUP, LLC
1140 HOLLAND DRIVE, SUITE # 19
BOCA RATON, FL 33487
OWNER/OFFICER: IVY FRADIN, MANAGING MEMBER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, at quantities, as may be required, for up to the total estimated amount of $2,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,000,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

MBE=MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

SBE=SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

M/WBE=MINORITY/WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-032-HR \u2013 HVAC PARTS AND SUPPLIES, MANUFACTURER DISCOUNT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-032-HR HVAC PARTS AND SUPPLIES, MANUFACTURER DISCOUNT to secure single, fixed, percentage discounts from the Manufacturer\u2019s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) list, to purchase HVAC equipment, parts, and supplies for Maintenance Operations for The School Board of Miami-County, Florida, with an effective date of December 6, 2017 through December 5, 2019, including extensions thereto, as follows:

CATERGORY 1: MISCELLANEOUS PARTS & SUPPLIES

A. ALLIED CONTROLS INCORPORATED
1706 EAST SEMORAN BOULEVARD, SUITE #128
APOPKA, FL 32703
OWNER/OFFICER: KATHLEEN JOHNSON, PRESIDENT

B. CENTURY AAA LTD d/b/a AAA SUPPLY

590 W. 84 STREET
HIALEAH, FL 33014
OWNER/OFFICER: PEDRO DEDESMA, PRESIDENT

C. CMH SOLUTIONS, INC
6917 VISTA PARKWAY NORTH, SUITE 2
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33411
OWNER: JEFF STANO, SALES ENGINEER

D. DESIGN CONTROLS, INC. d/b/a DCI SYSTEMS GROUP
4300 BISCAYNE BLVD., SUITE G05
MIAMI, FL 33137
OWNER/OFFICER: RAYMOND LIOTTA, PRESIDENT

E. ECONOMIC ELECTRIC MOTORS
4075 N.W. 79 AVENUE
DORAL, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: ALAN ALAVI, PRESIDENT

F. P.E.C.O. ENTERPRISES, INC. M/WBE/SBE TIER1
2400 WEST 84 STREET, SUITE 12
HIALEAH, FL 33016
OWNER/OFFICER: MERCEDES HERMIDA, PRESIDENT

G. STROMQUIST & COMPANY, INC.
3032-B MERCY DRIVE
ORLANDO, FL 32808
OWNER/OFFICER: SAM LINDLEY, PRESIDENT

H. THE WARE GROUP LLC d/b/a JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
11710 CENTRAL PARKWAY
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32244
OWNER: CHRISTOPHER WARE, CEO

I. TRANE US, INC.
2660 NW 89 COURT
MIAMI, FL 33172
OWNER/OFFICER: CARLOS DIAZ \u2013 AREA REPRESENTATIVE

J. WACO FILTERS CORPORATION
11701 N.W. 100 ROAD, SUITE 1
MEDLEY, FL 33178
OWNER/OFFICER: JUDY UNDERCUFFLER, VICE PRESIDENT

CATERGORY 2: EQUIPMENT

K. ALLIED CONTROLS INCORPORATED
1706 EAST SEMORAN BOULEVARD, SUITE #128
APOPKA, FL 32703
OWNER/OFFICER: KATHLEEN JOHNSON, PRESIDENT

L. CMH SOLUTIONS, INC
6917 VISTA PARKWAY NORTH, SUITE 2
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33411
OWNER/OFFICER: JEFF STANO, SALES ENGINEER

M. CONDO ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY, INC. M/WBE
3746 E. 10TH COURT
HIALEAH, FL 33013
OWNER/OFFICER: JORGE G. ESPINOLA, PRESIDENT

N. DESIGN CONTROLS, INC. d/b/a DCI SYSTEMS GROUP
4300 BISCAYNE BLVD., SUITE G05
MIAMI, FL 33137
OWNER/OFFICER: RAYMOND LIOTTA, PRESIDENT

O. ECONOMIC ELECTRIC MOTORS
4075 N.W. 79 AVENUE
DORAL, FL 33166
OWNER/OFFICER: ALAN ALAVI, PRESIDENT

P. P.E.C.O. ENTERPRISES, INC. M/WBE/SBE TIER1
2400 WEST 84 STREET, SUITE 12
HIALEAH, FL 33016
OWNER/OFFICER: MERCEDES HERMIDA, PRESIDENT

Q. STROMQUIST & COMPANY, INC.
3032-B MERCY DRIVE
ORLANDO, FL 32808
OWNER/OFFICER: SAM LINDLEY, PRESIDENT

R. THE WARE GROUP LLC d/b/a JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
11710 CENTRAL PARKWAY
JACKSONVILLE, FL 32244
OWNER/OFFICER: CHRISTOPHER WARE, CEO

S. UNITED REFRIGERATION, INC.
2400 NW 23RD STREET
MIAMI, FL 33142
OWNER/OFFICER: ANDREA DEVONPORT \u2013 AREA REP

2. Reject the following Equipment items due to no Bid: 3, 4, 12, 21, 22, 24, 37, 38, 40-42, 49, 54-55, 56, 58, 59, 64, 69, 75, 78, 81, 84, 85, 86, 90, 94, 102, 107, 108, 113, 114, 117, 118, and 120.

3. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $6,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $3,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

MBE=MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

SBE=SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

M/WBE=MINORITY/WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR SIX PROGRAMS FROM ONE FUNDING SOURCE AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept six grant awards from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the District Instructional Leadership and Faculty Development Grant, in the approximate amount of $799,788, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Schools of Hope \u2013 Whole School Transformation Model \u2013 Lorah Park Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $798,000, for the grant period of August 15, 2017, through June 30, 2019;

c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Schools of Hope \u2013 Whole School Transformation Model \u2013 Toussaint L\u2019Ouverture Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $880,000, for the grant period of August 15, 2017, through June 30, 2019;

d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Schools of Hope \u2013 Whole School Transformation Model \u2013 West Homestead K-8 Center, in the approximate amount of $1,508,000, for the grant period of August 15, 2017, through June 30, 2019;

e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Schools of Hope \u2013 Whole School Transformation Model \u2013 Homestead Middle School, in the approximate amount of $1,284,000, for the grant period of August 15, 2017, through June 30, 2019; and

f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Schools of Hope \u2013 Whole School Transformation Model \u2013 Miami Carol City Senior High School, in the approximate amount of $2,432,000, for the grant period of August 15, 2017, through June 30, 2019.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

a. College of William and Mary School of Education in the approximate amount of $334,841, in support of the District Instructional Leadership and Faculty Development Grant.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION INC.
A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The "Foundation") will be held on Wednesday, December 6, 2017 immediately following the "E" items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

A. Call to Order

B. Close Agenda

C. Purpose of Meeting

1) Elections of Officers:
    Chair
    Vice Chair
    Superintendent of Schools - President and Secretary
    Chief Financial Officer- Vice President and Treasurer
    Treasurer - Assistant Secretary
2) Acceptance of

D. Othe Business and Adjournment

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT (\u201cLEASE AGREEMENT\u201d) BETWEEN KIPP MIAMI, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION D/B/A KIPP MIAMI SUNRISE ACADEMY (\u201cKIPP MIAMI\u201d), AND THE SCHOOL BOARD, FOR USE OF CLASSROOM AND ANCILLARY SPACE AT POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (\u201cSCHOOL\u201d), LOCATED AT 6745 N.W. 23 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33147, FOR THE OPERATION OF A COLLEGE-PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL. THE TERM OF THE LEASE AGREEMENT SHALL BE FOR A ONE YEAR INITIAL PERIOD, WITH KIPP MIAMI TO HAVE FOUR ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR EXTENSION PERIODS AT ITS SOLE OPTION;

2) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS OR AGREEMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND TO EXECUTE AMENDMENTS TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE SCHOOL BOARD; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, AUTHORIZING CONSTRUCTION, ALTERATIONS OR MODIFICATIONS WITHIN THE DEMISED PREMISES OR SCHOOL, INCLUDING ADDITIONAL MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES, REDUCING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY KIPP MIAMI IN ANY AMOUNT, INCREASING THE AREA OCCUPIED BY KIPP MIAMI UP TO FIFTY PERCENT OF THE ENTIRE SCHOOL, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING KIPP MIAMI IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute a lease agreement (\u201cLease Agreement\u201d) between KIPP Miami, Inc., a Florida not for profit corporation d/b/a KIPP Miami Sunrise Academy (\u201cKIPP Miami\u201d), and the School Board, for use of classroom and ancillary space at Poinciana Park Elementary School (\u201cSchool\u201d), located at 6745 N.W. 23 Avenue, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33147, for the operation of a college-preparatory public charter school. The term of the Lease Agreement shall be for a one year initial period, with KIPP Miami to have four additional one-year extension periods at its sole option, all under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. finalize negotiations and execute any other documents or agreements necessary to effectuate the Lease Agreement, and to execute amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the School Board; and

3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including, without limitation, authorizing construction, alterations or modifications within the Demised Premises or School, including additional maintenance activities, reducing the area occupied by KIPP Miami in any amount, increasing the area occupied by KIPP Miami up to fifty percent of the entire School, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing KIPP Miami in default, as may be applicable.

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), SHELTERED MARKET SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE FOR PART 2 SERVICES (FULL A/E SERVICES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT SOUTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6750 S.W. 60 STREET, SOUTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33143, PROJECT NUMBER 01530300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), Sheltered Market Small Business Enterprise, for Part 2 services (Full A/E Services) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at South Miami Middle School, located at 6750 S.W. 60 Street, South Miami, Florida 33143, Project Number 01530300, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $170,000 for Part 2 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27 AUTHORIZATION TO ADD THE FOLLOWING GEOTECHNICAL AND CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING & ENVIRONMENTAL ASSESSMENT SERVICES SUB-CONSULTANTS TO THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE AGREEMENT:

  • AMEC FOSTER WHEELER ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.
  • NUTTING ENGINEERS OF FLORIDA, INC.
  • PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the addition of the following Geotechnical and Construction Materials Testing & Environmental Assessment Services Sub-consultants to the Program Management Support Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc., in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement:

  • AMEC Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.
  • Nutting Engineers of Florida, Inc.
  • Professional Service Industries, Inc.

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order No. 7 on Project No. 01329500, General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded replacement, Bunche Park Elementary for an additional cost of $6,545.55.

B-2. Change Order No. 3 on Project No. 01439300, GOB funded, New K-8 Center in Doral (Phase 1), Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy for an additional cost of $9,524.00.

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT GRATIGNY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 11905 NORTH MIAMI AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33168; PROJECT NUMBER 01433600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to Thornton Construction Company, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Gratigny Elementary School, located at 11905 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33168; Project Number 01433600, in the amount of $4,604,933.00 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $176,409.00

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT

SETTLEMENT OF SUFFOLK CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. V. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CIRCUIT CASE NO. 2017-008709 CA 24

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and execute the Settlement Agreement with Suffolk Construction Company Inc.

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-8 WORKSHOP TO REVIEW OPTIONS FOR ENHANCED EFFICIENCY AT COMMITTEE AND BOARD MEETINGS (withdrawn)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to conduct a workshop to discuss options that would increase the efficiency of our committee and School Board Meetings.

H-10 COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF WHITE FLEET (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorizes the Superintendent to:

a. conduct an assessment of the SBAB Motor Pool and SBAB Administration Vehicles;

b. create a schedule of maintenance for the vehicles; and

c. report all information to the Board no later than March 2018.

H-11 PREVENTING, EDUCATING, AND RAISING AWARENESS OF HOW TO PROTECT AGAINST SEXUAL PREDATORS/SEXUAL MOLESTATION (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, directs the Superintendent to:

1. explore the best mechanism to implement a program where students at the elementary, middle and high school grade levels receive instruction on identifying warning signs of inappropriate adult behavior that can lead to sexual molestation, and recognizing, stopping, and reporting sexual misconduct; and,

2. institute a districtwide campaign on the importance of speaking out should one become or suspect someone is a victim of an act of sexual molestation;

3. review, and as legally appropriate, revise adult/child communication protocols;

4. explore creating a class in The Parent Academy where parents are taught how to help their children identify signs of inappropriate adult behaviors, use evasion techniques, and recognize changes in children\u2019s behavior which would result from victimization; and

5. provide a report to the School Board no later than February 21, 2018.

H-12 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE \u201c2018 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR\u201d ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 2018 (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting the College Fair and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in the \u201c2018 Miami National College Fair\u201d on Sunday, February 25, 2018.

H-13 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CAMPAIGN TO ENCOURAGE READING THROUGHOUT THE COUNTY (revised)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) explore the development and implementation of a Miami-Dade County Public Schools Reading Campaign; and

2) report back to the School Board by February 21, 2018.

H-14 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO ENDORSE JANUARY 2018 AS NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH (revised 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse January 2018 as National Mentoring Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-15 FOSTERING INCLUSION IN THE DISTRICT\u2019S GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

a. Explore the feasibility and legality of implementing additional programs that may foster increased participation by SBE/MBE and M/WBE in M-DCPS business opportunities;

b. Provide a report to the Board delineating the progress made as it relates to increasing participation by SBE/MBE and M/WBE businesses as part of the GOB Program within the past 5 years, including a detailed report on the proceeds received by SBE/MBE and M/WBE firms as a result of District inclusion efforts; and

c. Report on the aforementioned items to the Board by the April 25, 2018 Board Meeting.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

DECEMBER 19, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.\u2060

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-082 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE HONORABLE CARLOS LOPEZ-CANTERA, LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-082 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Honorable Carlos Lopez-Cantera, Lieutenant Governor of the State of Florida.

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION No. 18-084 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE NATIONAL EDUCATION PROJECT AND THE BILL OF RIGHTS BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION (REPLACED)

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-079 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DARREN BUCKNER AND DARREN BUCKNER’S MARTIAL ARTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-079 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Darren Buckner and Darren Buckner’s Martial Arts

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-080 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JOSÉ CIL, PRESIDENT, BURGER KING CORPORATION

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-080 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. José Cil.

 

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-086 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BAL HARBOUR VILLAGE CHIEF OF POLICE RALEIGH M. FLOWERS, JR. (REPLACED)

 

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO.18-085 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS (REVISED)

 

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-081 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLORIDA STATE SENATOR RENE GARCIA (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-081 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Florida State Senator Rene Garcia.

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

Dr. Manuel C. Barreiro Elementary School Chorus

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • November 8 and 20, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • November 20, 2018 Organization Meeting
  • November 20, 2018 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Board Member Announcements *

Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT / FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

 

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

  

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

 

A-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED PROMULGATION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 9143, SECURE OUR FUTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Board Policy 9143, Secure Our Future Advisory Committee and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective December 19, 2018.

 

B.OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-101 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 2460, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt amended School Board Policy 2460, Exceptional Student Education, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective December 19, 2018; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to submit the document, Exceptional Student Education Policies and Procedures (SP&P) Effective Dates: 2017-2018 through 2019-2020, to the Florida Department of Education.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1114 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from October 12, 2018 through November 21, 2018.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019 (REVISED) 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, reclassifications, and lateral transfers to be effective December 20, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

 

D-23 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF POLICY 1120, EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATORS 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendment to Board Policy 1120, Employment of Administrators, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, effective December 19, 2018.

 

D-55 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for:

1. agreed upon disciplinary action; and

2. disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending October 2018.

 

E-86 AUDIT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL- PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AS OF JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Educational Facilities Impact Fee Fund, Special-Purpose Financial Statements as of June 30, 2018

 

E-87 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of Magnet Educational Choice Association (MECA), Inc., for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT – SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report – Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-89 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT – AUDIT OF YEAR END INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report – Audit of Year End Inventories as of June 30, 2018.

 

E-90 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 57 OF 130 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 57_of 130 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018

 

E-91 LIMITED SCOPE REVIEW OF CERTAIN EXPENDITURES AND PAYROLL ACTIVITIES OF THE MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS POLICE DEPARTMENT (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Limited Scope Review of Certain Expenditures and Payroll Activities of the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department.

 

E-92 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT, AUDITOR’S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS AND MANAGEMENT LETTER AUDIT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Auditor’s Communication of Audit Results, and Management Letter for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-93 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA SINGLE AUDIT REPORTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE UNIFORM GUIDANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida Single Audit Reports in Accordance with the Uniform Guidance For Fiscal Year Ended June30, 2018.

 

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-037-MJ – FENCE AND GATES, FURNISH AND INSTALL DISTRICT WIDE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-037-MJ – FENCE AND GATES, FURNISH AND INSTALL DISTRICT WIDE, to provide chain link fences, gates, accessories, and related services, with an initial effective date of December 19, 2018 through December 18, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • GOMEZ AND SON FENCE CORP. SBE/MWBE
    10805 NW 22ND STREET
    DORAL, FL 33172
    OWNER/OFFICER: CARIDAD GOMEZ, PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN
  • 2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $3,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,000,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-042-DP – INTERCOM, MASTER CLOCK, AND PA SOUND SYSTEMS

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID No. ITB-17-042-DP – INTERCOM, MASTERCLOCK, AND PA SOUND SYSTEMS, to establish a contract with preapproved vendors for a complete turnkey installation, upgrade and repair, including labor, design, engineering, supervision, equipment, and materials necessary to provide intercom, master clock and PA sound systems at Miami-Dade County Public Schools and other facilities, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of December 19, 2018, through December 18, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • A. AUDIO ENHANCEMENT, INC.
    14241 SOUTH REDWOOD ROAD
    BLUFFDALE, UT 84065
    OWNER/OFFICER: JEFF ANDERSON, CEO
  • B. MUSIC ARTS ENTERPRISES, INC.
    3301 DAVIE BOULEVARD
    FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
    OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL S. KATZ, CEO
  • C. NDR CORPORATION
    3250 NE 112TH AVENUE
    FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33334
    OWNER/OFFICER: RONALD BOENDER, PRESIDENT
  • D. RAULAND-BORG CORPORATION OF FLORIDA
    620 DOUGLAS AVENUE, SUITE 1316
    ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL 32714
    OWNER/OFFICER: NARDO BOSQUE, PRESIDENT
  • SUB-CONTRACTOR:
    POWER ELECTRIC OF SOUTH FL, INC.
    8003 W 6TH AVENUE, UNIT L
    HIALEAH, FL 33014
    OWNER/OFFICER: DIEGO LARA, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $4,500,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-039-DP – BLEACHER REPAIR & REPLACEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID No. ITB-17-039-DP – BLEACHER REPAIR & REPLACEMENT, to establish a contract with preapproved vendors to furnish labor, supervision, equipment, and materials necessary to repair and/or replace bleachers at Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ facilities, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of December 19, 2018, through December 18, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • A. LYLE BLEACHERS, INC.
    5817 LYNN ROAD
    TAMPA, FL 33624
    OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID A. LYLE, PRESIDENT
  • B. MIAMI GRANDSTAND ENTERTAINMENT CORP
    2330 W 79TH STREET
    HIALEAH, FL 33016
    OWNER/OFFICER: FELIPE A. PERDOMO, PRESIDENT
  • C. SOUTHEASTERN SURFACES & EQUIPMENT
    569 CANAL STREET
    NEW SMYRNA BEACH, FL 32168
    OWNER/OFFICER: TRACIE WARD, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $2,550,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $850,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-144 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-005-CV – AIR CONDITIONERS – WINDOWS AND WALL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-005-CV – AIR CONDITIONERS – WINDOWS AND WALL, to establish a contract, for firm-fixed unit prices, for the purchase of air conditioners – windows and wall for the Maintenance Materials Management department with an initial effective date of December 19, 2018 through December 18, 2021 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • THE WARE GROUP LLC
    DBA JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
    14350 N. W. 56TH COURT
    MIAMI LAKES, FL 33054
    OWNER/OPERATOR: CHRISTOPHER WARE, CEO

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $2,100,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $700,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-145 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-18-003-CH MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-003-CH – MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, to obtain comprehensive community based mental health services to support the District’s Mental Health Assistance Plan, initial effective date of January 7, 2019 through January 6, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • A. AYUDA, INC.
    7144 BYRON AVENUE MIAMI BEACH, FL 33141
    OWNER/OFFICER: DIANA SUSI, PRESIDENT
  • B. CHRYSALIS HEALTH, INC.
    • 3800 W. BROWARD BOULEVARD, SUITE 100 FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33312
    OWNER/OFFICER: MANUEL MENENDEZ, PRESIDENT
  • C. CITRUS HEALTH NETWORK, INC.
    4175 W 20TH AVENUE HIALEAH, FL 33012
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARIO JARDON, PRESIDENT
  • D. DTT COACHING SERVICES LLC
    9245 SW 157 STREET, SUITE 209 PALMETTO BAY, FL 33157
    OWNER/OFFICER: DAMARYS CLEMENT, MANAGER
    SBE/MWBE
    Hispanic American
  • E. EMPOWERING YOUTH, INC.
    1031 IVES DAIRY ROAD, SUITE 228 MIAMI, FL 33179
    OWNER/OFFICER: ANDREA WANZA, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
  • F. THE FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES
    11200 SW 8TH STREET, MARC 430
    MIAMI, FL 33199
    OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT GUTIERREZ, ASSISTANT VICE PRESIDENT FOR RESEARCH
  • G. HEALTHY CONNECTIONS CMHC, INC.
    2780 SW 37TH AVENUE, SUITE 206
    MIAMI, FL 33133
    OWNER/OFFICER: BEATRIZ MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT
    SBE/MWBE
    HISPANIC AMERICAN
  • H. INVO HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES, LLC
    1780 KENDARBREN DRIVE JAMISON, PA 18929
    OWNER/OFFICER: JASON T. RALPH, MANAGER
  • I. JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC.
    735 NE 125TH STREET
    NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161
    OWNER/OFFICER: ABE RUDMAN, CHAIRMAN
  • J. NEUROHEALTH PROFESSIONALS OF FLORIDA, LLC
    2455 HOLLYWOOD BOULEVARD, SUITE 208 HOLLYWOOD, FL 33020
    OWNER/OFFICER: KAREEM EDWARDS, MANAGER
    MBE/MWBE
    AFRICAN AMERICAN
  • K. PROSPERITY SOCIAL & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT GROUP, INC.
    1175 NE 125TH STREET, SUITE 206
    NORTH MIAMI, FL 33161
    OWNER/OFFICER: NADEGE VILSAINT, CEO
  • L. THE VILLAGE SOUTH, INC.
    169 E FLAGLER STREET, SUITE 1300
    MIAMI, FL 33131
    OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD E. STEINBERG, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $6,000,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-146 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-071-HR– RENTAL OF CAPS AND GOWNS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-071-HR– RENTAL OF CAPS AND GOWNS, to establish a contract, for firm-fixed unit prices, for the Rental of Caps and Gowns for various Miami-Dade County Public School locations during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of December 19, 2018 through December 18, 2020 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • HERFF JONES, LLC
    4501 W 62ND STREET
    INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46268
    OWNER/OPERATOR: JOHN M. NEWBY, PRESIDENT
  • SUB-CONTRACTOR:
    GRADUATE SERVICES MIAMI, INC.
    7640 NW 25TH STREET, UNIT 107
    MIAMI, FL 33122
    OWNER/OPERATOR: EDWARD JONES, VICE PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $600,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $300,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-147 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-040-CV– ELECTRONIC MARQUEE SIGNAGE AND SCOREBOARD

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-040-CV – ELECTRONIC MARQUEE SIGNAGE AND SCOREBOARD, to establish a contract, with an approved pool of vendors to furnish labor, supervision, equipment and materials necessary to install, replace and/or repair any component of electrical signage, including exterior marquee signs at Miami-Dade County Public School facilities during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of December 19, 2018 through December 18,2020 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • A. ECONOMY SIGN CORP. MBE/WMBE
    7220 N. W. 1ST COURT
    MIAMI, FL 33150
    OWNER/OPERATOR: ROLDAN ISERN JR., PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN
  • B. TIGO INC.
    D.B.A EXPOSE YOURSELF
    5967 N. W. 31st AVENUE
    FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
    OWNER: CHERYL TIAPAGO, PRESIDENT
  • C. WILCO ELECTRICAL LLC
    8292 N. W. 64TH STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33166
    OWNER: THOMAS NEMIC, MANAGER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $3,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-148 DEBARMENT PROCEDURES, PURSUANT TO BOARD POLICY 6320.04 - CONTRACTOR DISCIPLINE, FOR THE FOLLOWING VENDOR: GREEN TEAM RECYCLING, LLC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida SUSPEND, pursuant to Board Policy 6320.04, Contractor Discipline, for fourteen (14) months, Green Team Recycling, LLC.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR SEVEN PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept six grant awards and one donation for seven programs from:

  • a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants, Title IV, Part A, in the approximate amount of $10,070,430, for the grant period of August 30, 2018, through August 30, 2019;
  • b. Corporation for Public Broadcasting for funding under the Radio Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $515,549, for the grant period of October 1, 2018, through September 30, 2020;
  • c. Corporation for Public Broadcasting for funding under the Television Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $622,544, for the grant period of October 1, 2018, through September 30, 2020;
  • d. Florida Department of Education for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) – Miami Community Charter School, in the approximate amount of $311,400, for the grant period of September 1, 2018, through August 31, 2019;
  • e. Florida Department of Education for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) – Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STREAMing) in Action, in the approximate amount of $699,900, for the grant period of September 1, 2018, through August 31, 2019;
  • f. New Teacher Center for funding under Supporting Effective Educator Development, in the approximate amount of $2,211,579, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2022; and
  • g. Prologis for funding under the Prologis Trade and Logistics Lab at Miami Springs Senior High School, in the approximate amount of $356,863, for the period of January 1, 2019, through December 31, 2021.
  • 2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 – Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:
  • a. International Institute for Restorative Practices, in the approximate amount of $168,800, in support of the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants;
  • b. City Year, in the approximate amount of $594,000, in support of the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants;
  • c. Scholastic, in the approximate amount of $179,995, in support of the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants; and
  • d. Quaver Music, in the approximate amount of $196,000, in support of the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG GRANITE AVENTURA, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF AVENTURA, IN CONNECTION WITH A 204-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT N.E. 28 COURT AND N.E. 185 STREET, CITY OF AVENTURA, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among Granite Aventura, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (“Applicant”), the School Board, and City of Aventura, in connection with a 204-unit residential development located at N.E. 28 Court and N.E. 185 Street, City of Aventura, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;

2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-26 APPROVAL OF “PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) SERVICES FIRMS” (RELATED TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6330) 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the “Procedures for the Selection of Guaranteed Energy Performance Contracting (GEPC) Services Firms” (related to School Board Policy 6330 - Architectural, Engineering, Landscape Architectural, Land Surveying, Construction Management, Program Management and Inspection Services).

 

F-27 COMMISSION OF M.C. HARRY & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR A CLASSROOM ADDITION AT SHENANDOAH MIDDLE SCHOOL (A REUSE OF BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 CENTER CLASSROOM ADDITION), PROJECT NUMBER 01893000 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Classroom Addition at Shenandoah Middle School (a reuse of Benjamin Franklin K-8 Center Classroom Addition) located at 1950 S.W. 19 Street, Miami, Florida 33145, Project Number 01893000, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $112,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01426100, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovation Project (K-8 Conversion), Ethel Koger Beckham Elementary School for an additional cost of $60,063.45 and a time extension of 87 days.

B-2. Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01339400, General Obligation Bond funded addition (replacement of building 4), Miami Beach Senior High School for an additional cost of $28,738.41.

B-3. Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01439400, General Obligation Bond funded addition., Ruth K Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center for an additional cost of $5,850.74.

 

F-41 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (COUNTY) AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE NEW K8 AT DORAL (GRAND BAY)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County (County), and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the New K8 at Doral (Grand Bay)

 

F-42 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT CITRUS GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01509200.

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Florida Lemark Corporation, The General obligation Bond funded building addition and renovations project at Citrus Grove Elementary School, located at 2121 N.W. 5 Street, Miami Florida 33125; project Number 01509200; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $4,253,238.22.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

  

G-1 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. HUGO GARCIA, DOAH Case No. 18-4556

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of Miami-Dade County School Board v. Hugo Garcia, DOAH Case No. 18-4556, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension already served and reinstating him to his position as a Staff Auditor II with the School Board under the conditions specified in the Settlement Agreement.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-3 DESIGNATION OF SAFE SPACES IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) CLASSROOMS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to designate safe spaces, as appropriate, in Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) classrooms and report back to the Board by March 15, 2019.

 

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF JANUARY 2019 AS NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse January 2019 as National Mentoring Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools

 

H-5 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE “2019 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR” ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2019 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting the College Fair and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in the “2019 Miami National College Fair” on Sunday, February 24, 2019.

 

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HUMAN RIGHTS DAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, endorse Human Rights Day.

 

H-7 INFORMATIONAL PACKAGE FOR PARENTS OF ENGLISH LEARNERS (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to develop an informational package for parents of English Learners to receive as part of the registration process at Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-8 OFFICE OF URBAN AFFAIRS AND OPPORTUNITY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

1. provide an update in the form of a presentation to the Board on the mission, scope, goals, objectives, lines of authority, defined positions, work plan, activities to date, and current and/or expected impact and desired outcomes of the Office of Urban Affairs and Opportunity, as well as relevant information regarding the same at the Board Committee Meeting of March 6, 2019; and

2. make any policy, program, and/or personnel recommendations and/or amendments, as appropriate.

 

H-9 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ESTABLISH A SAFETY AND SECURITY TASK FORCE TO REVIEW THE FINDINGS OF THE MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION INITIAL REPORT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. establish a Safety and Security Task Force to review the findings of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety initial report, comprised of School Board Member appointees, district administrators, principals, teachers, representatives from the labor unions, mental health specialists, law enforcement officers, parents, students, community and business leaders, and other stakeholders, as appropriate;

2. present to the Task Force the initial report of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Public Safety Commission for their review, discussion, and recommendations;

3. present finding, recommendations, and possible solutions identified by the Task Force to the Board by April 15, 2019; and

4. schedule a Board Workshop to review the Task Force Report by May 15, 2019.

 

H-10 RESOLUTION NO. 18-083, OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GEORGE HERBERT WALKER BUSH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-083 recognizing George Hebert Walker Bush

 

H-11 REVIEW OF FHSAA CLASSIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC PROGRAMS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

1. review compliance and alignment with FHSAA by-laws and guidelines for classification of member schools;

2. establish a Task Force comprised of principals, athletic directors, and coaches, as well as members of the District Athletic Advisory Committee and Greater Miami Athletic Conference to review and discuss findings and solicit input and recommendation;

3. provide guidance and direction, based on findings and recommendations, to ensure appropriate alignment with School Board Policy and related guidelines stipulated in FHSAA;

4. implement procedures, where appropriate, to reclassify schools in accordance with FHSAA Policy 12.2;

5. establish guidelines and procedures to conduct an annual review regarding the classification of schools in accordance with FHSAA Policy 12.2 and any other related guidelines;

6. make any policy recommendations, as appropriate; and

7. provide an update to the Board no later than March 30, 2019.

 

H-12  LAW ENFORCEMENT ACCESS TO SCHOOL FACILITIES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review current procedures during school lockdowns to ensure appropriate school-site access for law enforcement officers.

 

H-13 PROPOSED 2019 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OF THE GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL BOARDS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the proposed draft of the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards 2019 Legislative Program

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-071 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING VALENCIA GUNDER

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-071 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Valencia Gunder.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-075 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RAYMOND AND SHANNAH RODRIGUEZ-TORRES (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-075 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Recognizing Raymond and Shannah Rodriguez-Torres.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-073 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE PROJECTS BY MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH STUDENTS (REPLACED)

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-072 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CONGRESSWOMAN ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-072 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Congresswoman Ileana Ros-Lehtinen

 

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-074 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLORIDA STATE SENATOR RENE GARCIA (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-074 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Florida State Senator Rene Garcia.

 

B-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-076 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. LAURIE WEISS NUELL (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-076 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Laurie Weiss Nuell for her contributions to our community.

 

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-078 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. SAMUEL JOHNSON FOR HIS 33 YEARS OF COMMITMENT AND DEDICATION TO M-DCPS

 

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-077 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NISSIM BLACK

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-077 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Nissim Black.


 

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • South Miami Middle School Performers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • August 23, 2018
  • September 18 and 25, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: September 5, 2018 School Board Meeting and September 5, 2018 Second Budget Public Hearing

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

· Energy Conservation Champion Awards

 

A-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED PROMULGATION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 9143, SECURE OUR FUTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Board Policy 9143, Secure Our Future Advisory Committee and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective November 20, 2018.

 

A-3 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE AND PURSUE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A CHILDREN’S EDUCATION SAVINGS ACCOUNT PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to explore and pursue the establishment of a Children’s Savings Account Program.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC., D/B/A ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION UPPER SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute a management agreement with Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., a Florida Not-for-Profit Corporation, on behalf of Academy for International Education Upper School for Science and Technology to provide regulatory compliance and support, administrative consulting and support, school operation services, financial management services, and governance and human resource coordination as required by the charter school board through the term of the charter school contract, with an option to renew, and for a fee of up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year. Additional services may be provided under separate contract at cost.

 

C-100 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt School Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan 2018-2019, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective November 20, 2018.

 

C-101 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 2460, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policy 2460, Exceptional Student Education, by repealing the document, ExceptionalStudent Education Policies and Procedures (SP&P) Effective Date: 2016-2017 through 2018-2019, and promulgating the document Exceptional Student Education Policies and Procedures (SP&P) Effective Dates: 2017-2018 through 2019-2020, which are incorporated by reference.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 41

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve Personnel Action Listing 1113 for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from September 7, 2018 through October 11, 2018.

2. Accept the resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 41, as of the dates indicated.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF: (REVISED)

1. ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019

2. ESTABLISH AND CLASSIFY JOB DESCRIPTIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

1. recommendation for appointments, reclassifications, and lateral transfers to be effective November 21, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

2. establishment and classification of the following MEP and DCSAA positions:

  • a. Executive Director, HS/EHS, MEP, pay grade 22, Department of Early Childhood Programs
  • b. District Supervisor, HS/EHS, MEP, pay grade 21, Department of Early Childhood Programs
  • c. Coordinator II, HS/EHS, DCSAA, pay grade 41, Department of Early Childhood Programs

 

D-22 APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - DR. MARTIN KARP

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, grant a personal leave of absence from teaching to Dr. Martin Karp for a one-year period, effective November 21, 2018.

 

D-23 REQUEST APPROVAL OF AMENDED I0 AND G0 SALARY SCHEDULES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the amended I0 and G0 Salary Schedules to comply with new State minimum wage for affected positions and provide salary adjustments for affected employees effective January 1, 2019.

 

D-24 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF POLICY 1120, EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATORS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 1120, Employment of Administrators.

 

D-55 (REVISED)

1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

RECOMMENDED:

1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

 

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS AND TWO AMENDED CONTRACTS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve three new charter school contracts with:

  • 1. Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., d/b/a/ Academy for International Education Upper School for Science and Technology (MSID 6093), to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024;
  • 2. The City of Aventura, Florida, on behalf of Aventura Charter High School (MSID 7026), to (a) approve an initial charter contract for a 15-year term and, (b) change the school’s name from Aventura Charter High School to Don Soffer Aventura Charter High School commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2034; and,
  • 3. Advanced Learning Charter School, Inc., d/b/a HIVE Preparatory School – Riverside (MSID TBD), to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2020, and ending June 30, 2024, as the 2019-2020 school year was designated as a planning year.

B. Approve two charter school contract amendments with:

  • 1. Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., d/b/a/ Academy of International Education Charter School (MSID 5044), to (a) modify the grade level configuration from Kindergarten through grade eight to Kindergarten through grade five; and, (b) decrease student enrollment by 496 students to a maximum enrollment of 444 students commencing July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2025; and
  • 2. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., d/b/a Pinecrest North Preparatory -Fontainebleau Campus (MSID 5004), to allow the school to continue to operate in its temporary location at 10207 W. Flagler Street, Miami FL 33174, until December 21, 2018.

C. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

 

D-66 PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY: FINAL READING 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policy 5500, Student Conduct and Discipline, and pages to the documents, Code of Student Conduct Elementary and Code of Student Conduct Secondary, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective November 20, 2018.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending September 2018.

 

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JULY, AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,501 deletions with a depreciated cost of $307,611 and 15 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $11,914 to update the records for July, August and September 2018.

 

E-66 APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES AND COMPOSITE RATE FOR THE DISTRICT’S SELF- INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2019; AND CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates and plan design for all current benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents for employee organizations, Managerial Exempt Personnel, Confidential Exempt Personnel and all labor unions subject to successful collective bargaining negotiation and ratification for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019, which appears on page 3 of the agenda item;

2. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates for employees hired on and after January 1, 2018, benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents and all labor unions subject to successful collective bargaining negotiation and ratification for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019, which appears on page 4 of the agenda item;

3. approve the following composite rate structure for the District’s self-funded healthcare program for calendar year 2019, with the Individual Stop Loss premium’s attachment point of $1,000,000; and


2019

Administrative Services Only (ASO) Fee

$ 22.32

Pharmaceutical Rebate Decrement

($ 11.00)

Individual Stop Loss (ISL) Premium

$ 10.10

Internal Service Fund Administrative Fee

$ 3.08

Health Care Blue Book Admin Fee

$ 1.25

Total Monthly Composite Rate

$ 25.75



4. approve Medicare Group plan offerings and applicable premiums as referenced below with listed plans and premiums to be subject to final approval from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS);

Medicare Advantage Plan - Prescription Drug Plans

Medicare Supplement Plans

Pharmacy Part D Plans

Zero
Premium

Group National PPO

Comprehensive
Plan

Premier Premium PPO

Plan A

Plan F

Plan N

Saver Plus

Preferred

Comprehensive

Premier

United Healthcare

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\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

\u00fc

Cigna Leon

\u00fc

Humana

\u00fc

\u00fc

AvMed Choice HMO

\u00fc

AveMed Circle HMO

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Monthly Premium Range

$0

$0

$223.64

$378.97

Varies by Age

Varies by Age

Varies by Age

$45.20

$76.60

$115.00

$284.78

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR SIX PROGRAMS FROM A FUNDING SOURCE AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept six grant awards from:

  • a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21ST Century Community Learning Centers (21ST CCLC) – Downtown Miami Charter School, in the approximate amount of $275,250, for the grant period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019;
  • b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21ST Century Community Learning Centers (21ST CCLC) – Dr. William A. Chapman Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $274,722, for the grant period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019;
  • c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21ST Century Community Learning Centers (21ST CCLC) – Earlington Heights Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $272,400, for the grant period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019;
  • d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21ST Century Community Learning Centers (21ST CCLC) – Liberty City Elementary School, in the approximate amount of $254,961, for the grant period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019;
  • e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21ST Century Community Learning Centers (21ST CCLC) – Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM) through SECME Stars IV, in the approximate amount of $600,570, for the grant period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019; and
  • f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) 2017-2020 Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design and Implementation – Pinecrest North Preparatory (Fontainebleau Campus), in the approximate amount of $447,185, for the grant period of June 23, 2017, through June 23, 2019.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 – Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A MASTER JOINT USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO MAKE DESIGNATED PARK SITES AND DESIGNATED SCHOOL SITES LOCATED WITHIN UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, AVAILABLE TO BOTH PARTIES FOR RECREATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Master Joint Use Agreement (“MJUA”) between the School Board and Miami-Dade County (“County”) to make designated park sites and designated school sites located within unincorporated Miami-Dade County, available to both parties for recreational and educational services, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2) finalize negotiations and execute any other documents or agreements necessary to effectuate the MJUA, including terminating existing agreements with the County for use of recreational facilities, and to execute amendments to the MJUA within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the School Board; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the MJUA, including, without limitation, authorizing construction of recreational improvements within the demised premises, cancelling or terminating the MJUA, modifying the MJUA from time to time to add or delete individual park sites or school sites, and placing the County in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG FLORIDA CITY 70 ACRES, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF FLORIDA CITY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 323-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED BETWEEN S.W. 336 STREET AND S.W. 341 STREET, WEST OF S.W. 172 AVENUE, CITY OF FLORIDA CITY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among Florida City 70 Acres, LLC, a Florida limited liability Company (the “Applicant”), the School Board, and City of Florida City, in connection with a new 323-unit residential development located between S.W. 336 Street and S.W. 341 Street, west of S.W. 172 Avenue, City of Florida City, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County; and

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-3 RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM MIAMI-DADE PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT, FOR EXEMPTION AND REIMBURSEMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY KNOWN AS SENATOR VILLAS, LOCATED AT 8915 s.w. 40 street, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33165

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recommend approval to Miami-Dade County of a request from Miami-Dade Public Housing and Community Development, for exemption and reimbursement of educational facilities impact fees in connection with a housing project for the elderly known as Senator Villas, located at 8915 S.W. 40 Street, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33165.

 

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE COVENANTS RUNNING WITH THE LAND IN FAVOR OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY IN CONNECTION WITH THE REPLACEMENT OF GREASE TRAPS BY THE DISTRICT AT HENRY H. FILER MIDDLE SCHOOL AND EMERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute:

1) Covenants Running with the Land in favor of Miami-Dade County in connection with the replacement of grease traps by the District at Henry H. Filer Middle School, located at 531 West 29 Street, Hialeah, Florida 33012, and Emerson Elementary School, located at 8001 S.W. 36 Street, Miami, Florida 33155, as described in the agenda item; and

2) any other documents that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Covenant for each location.

 

F-5 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SALE OF AN APPROXIMATE 18.91-ACRE UNIMPROVED BOARD-OWNED PARCEL, LOCATED AT S.W. 197 AVENUE AND S.W. 324 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (“COUNTY”) FOR PRESERVATION PURPOSES PURSUANT TO THE COUNTY’S ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS (“E.E.L”) PROGRAM, AT A SALES PRICE OF $917,500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) authorize the sale of an approximate 18.91 acre unimproved Board-owned parcel, located at S.W. 197 Avenue and S.W. 324 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida (“Parcel”), to Miami-Dade County (“County”) for preservation purposes pursuant to the County’s Environmentally Endangered Lands (“E.E.L.”) Program, at a sales price of $917,500;

2) adopt Resolution No. 18-063, designating the Parcel unnecessary for educational purposes, and approving its conveyance to Miami-Dade County for preservation purposes, which Resolution shall be automatically rescinded in the event negotiations for sale of the Parcel are not finalized, or any of the pre-conditions to Closing are not met; and

3) authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a Purchase And Sale Agreement and any other document(s) required to effectuate the sale of the Parcel.

 

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $3,491,072 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

 

F-26 COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE II) AT NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01509500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), for Part 2 (Full A/E) services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations (Phase II) at Norland Middle School, located at 1235 NW 192 Terrace, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169, Project Number 01509500, as follows:

1) A lump sum basic services fee of $382,000 for Part 2 services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSION OF JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE II) PROJECT AT NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01509500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission JCI International, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations (Phase II) project at Norland Middle School, located at 1235 N.W. 192 Terrace, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169, Project No. 01509500, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $47,500 for CMR Pre-construction Services; and

2) All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT ERNEST R. GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY, PROJECT NUMBER 01528500

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Ernest R. Graham K-8 Academy, located at 7330 West 32 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018, Project Number 01528500 as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $22,000 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29 COMMISSION OF BDI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT ERNEST R. GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY, PROJECT NUMBER 01528500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission BDI Construction Company, as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations project at Ernest R. Graham K-8 Academy, located at 7330 West 32 Avenue, Hialeah, HiFlorida 33018, Project No. 01528500, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $45,000 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2) Project scope support fee of $5,100 during programming; and

3) All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-30 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., BY THE ADDITION OF SUB-CONSULTANT FIRMS TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL / ASBESTOS CONSULTING & TESTING SERVICES: (REVISED)

1) EE&G ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, L.L.C.;

2) AIRQUEST ENVIRONMENTAL, INC.; AND

3) FLORIDA AIR QUALITY SOLUTIONS, INC.

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the addition of the following three Environmental/Asbestos Consulting & Testing Services firms as Sub-consultants to the Program Management Support Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc., in accordance with the terms and conditions of the PMSS Agreement:

1) EE&G Environmental Services, L.L.C. (as Primary – South and partial Central Regions);

2) AirQuest Environmental, Inc., (as Primary North and partial Central Regions); and

3) Florida Air Quality Solutions, Inc. (as Quality Control/Alternate).

 

F-38

1) AWARD JOB ORDER CONTRACTS FOR M-DCPS:

MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS:

  • a. UNITECH BUILDERS CORP.
    CONTRACT #JOC19O-1 (OPEN MARKET)
  • b. ALTA QUALITY BUILDERS
    CONTRACT #JOC19M-2
    MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

 

2) REJECT JOB ORDER CONTRACT FOR M-DCPS:

MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS:

  • CONTRACT #JOC19M-3 (SHELTERED MARKET)

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

 

1) Award Job Order Contracts on the basis of the weighted factor to the low bidders as follows:

  • a. Contract #JOC19O-1
    Unitech Builders Corp.
    16115 SW 117TH
    Avenue, Suite 23
    Miami, Florida 33177
    Weighted factor: 0.7800
    SBE & M/WBE (Hispanic American)
  • b. Contract #JOC19M-2
    Alta Quality Builders
    15358 SW 62ND Street
    Miami, FL 33193
    Weighted factor of 0.9578
    MBE & M/WBE (Veteran-owned Business Enterprise)

 

2) Reject Contract #JOC19M-3 Sheltered Market

  • a. Contract # JOC19M-3
    Alta Quality Builders
    15358 SW 62ND Street
    Miami, Florida 33193
    Weighted factor: 0.9578
    MBE & M/WBE (Veteran-owned Business)

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01423500, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovation Project, Ben Sheppard Elementary School for an additional cost of $10,469.34.

B-2. Change Order Number 9 on Project Number 01329500, General Obligation Bond funded replacement, Bunche Park Elementary School for an additional cost of $24,251.00.

B-3. Change Order Number 6 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $140,819.84.

B-4. Change Order Number 10 on Project Number 01138500, General Obligation Bond funded school replacement, Frederick Douglass Elementary School for an additional cost of $36,847.08.

B-5. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01338900, General Obligation Bond funded renovation Project, Kinloch Park Middle School for a credit of $3,122.79.

B-6. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01439400, General Obligation Bond funded addition, Ruth K Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center for an additional cost of $105,890.16.

 

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT GREYNOLDS PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01423700

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to Carivon Construction Company, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Greynolds Park Elementary School, located at 1536 N.E. 179 Street, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162; Project Number 01423700, in the amount of $2,339,798.00, which includes owner’s contingency in the amount of $134,754.

 

F-42 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO LEGO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT SOUTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01530300 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to Lego Construction Company, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at South Miami Middle School, located at 6750 S.W. 60 Street, South Miami, Florida 33143; Project Number 01530300, in the amount of $2,724,070, which includes owner’s contingency in the amount of $169,313.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for seven (7) new applications and four (4) increase to single bid limit renewal applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment ”A” in the agenda item.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

G-2 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER:J.A.F.. a minor. bv and throuqh his mother and next best friend v. Miami-Dade Countv Public Schools: Jose Arenas. individuallv and in his official capacitv as an emplovee of Miami-Dade Gountv Public Schools: and Anqel Martinez. Circuit Gourt Case No. 18-034249 CA 30 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employee who is individually named as a defendant in the case of J.A.F., v. Jose Arenas, individually and in his capacity; Angel Martinez, individually and in his capacity and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Case No. 18-034249 CA 30.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 REVIEW OF DISCIPLINARY, SECURITY AND EMERGENCY PROCEDURES AT HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC EVENTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BYDR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. review the District and state policies, procedures, and guidelines that address the sportsmanship, behavior, ethical, and integrity standards of student athletes and coaches in M-DCPS;

2. establish a Task Force comprised of principals, athletic directors, coaches, and a School Board representative to review and discuss the sportsmanship, behavior, ethical, and integrity standards of student athletes and coaches in M-DCPS;

3. provide mandatory annual training to principals, school administrators, athletic directors, and coaches that specifically addresses and ensures understanding and compliance with District and state policies, procedures, and guidelines that address the sportsmanship, behavior, ethical, and integrity standards of student athletes and coaches in M-DCPS;

4. develop, implement, and monitor a process to ensure that student athletes are provided an annual review of the sportsmanship, behavior, ethical, and integrity standards for student athletes in M-DCPS;

5. conduct a review of the policies, procedures, and practices that guide the safety and security of students, staff, and attendees at public athletic events sponsored by the District and/or which are held on District-owned facilities;

6. provide mandatory annual training to school police, principals, athletic directors, and related district athletic staff on the procedures to be implemented in the event of an emergency or crisis event at public athletic events sponsored by the District and/or which are held on District-owned facilities;

7. make policy revisions and/or recommendations, where determined appropriate or necessary; and

8. provide an update to the Board no later than March 29, 2019.

 

H-4 ENDORSEMENT OF DECEMBER 15, 2018 AS BILL OF RIGHTS DAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse December 15, 2018 as Bill of Rights Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NOVEMBER AS MILITARY FAMILY MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, endorse November as Military Family Month.

 

H-6 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO DEVELOP OR UPDATE THE DISTRICT’S COMPREHENSIVE SAFETY AND SECURITY PLAN INCLUDING ALL NEW INITIATIVES AND STRATEGIES BEING IMPLEMENTED IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to develop or update the District’s Comprehensive Safety and Security Plan including all new initiatives and strategies being implemented in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, pursuant to the requirements of Florida Statutes 281.301 and 119.071 (2) (d), and report back to the Board by March 15, 2019.

 

H-8 ADDRESSING PUBLIC SAFETY MEASURES AT SCHOOL SPONSORED EVENTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Review and guidelines as may be necessary to set forth what personal items spectators can be brought into school sporting events held at stadiums and other venues and update them to include clear plastic bags, limited in size;

2. Review, update, and maintain, on an ongoing basis, current practices regarding crowd management to include the most recent best practices, tailored to fit the needs of this school district at district sponsored sporting events, in response to disasters caused by man or nature; and

3. Provide an update and presentation to the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, by February 2019 School Board Meeting and on an annual basis thereafter of any revisions and of any proposed implementations for the 2019-2020 school year.

 

H-9 HERBERT A. AMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to analyze the various aspects of the proposed replacement project at Herbert A. Ammons Middle School, including phasing and related logistics, be conducted and provide an update to the Board by the April 17, 2019 School Board Meeting.

 

H-10 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse additional schools for submittal under the Safe Routes to School infrastructure grant program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and request the Superintendent to formalize the grant applications accordingly.

 

H-11 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK, NOVEMBER 18-24, 2018 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Family Week, November 18-24, 2018, in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-12 DRIVERS EDUCATION(REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Review and evaluate the drivers education program within M-DCPS including the condition of the vehicles used for this program and whether car purchases and/or leases are necessary;

2. Determine if the schools have certified drivers education teachers;

3. Verify whether all external funds the district receives for drivers education is compliant with all requirements; and

4. Provide a response by the March 2019 School Board meeting.

 

H-13 TEXTBOOKS AND TECHNOLOGY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Modify homework guidelines for allowable screen time recommendations;

2. Ensure the use of a blending learning model using print material and technology

3. Provide information to the Board relative to adopted materials and their formats in terms of print, digital, or both; and

4. Provide a response before the March 2019 School Board meeting.

 

H-14 THE VAPING EPIDEMIC (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Implement training for school staff on how to identify vaping devices and establish proper measures to prevent such devices from being on school property;

2. Collaborate with parent organizations including the PTSA to educate parents about vaping so they can identify the devices used and update parents on the
latest research showing these products\u2019 dangers and addictive properties;

3. Inform students of the risks and possible health effects of e-cigarettes and ask all students to sign a pledge to not use e-cigarettes and vaping devices on
school property;

4. Seek grants and partnerships with entities including The Center for Disease Control (CDC), National Institutes of Health, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, The Children\u2019s Trust, the District\u2019s Health and Wellness Advisory Committee, municipalities, and the County to help with the above efforts; and

5. Provide an update by the February 2019 School Board meeting.

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

ORGANIZATION MEETING

10:00 A.M.

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN NOON, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2018.

Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes. It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary. If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting. At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed. The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A. M. 

CALL TO ORDER \u2013 Superintendent Presiding

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

1. Welcome \u2013 Superintendent
2. Explanation of Procedures \u2013 Board Attorney
3. Election of Chair
4. Election of Vice Chair
5. Agenda Item SP-1 \u2013 Authorization of Signature of Board Officers

  • MOTION: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,
    authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file
    all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by
    law.

6. Agenda Item SP-2 \u2013 Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2019.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 10, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING* 

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, October 8, 2018

Speakers Supplemental Listwill generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M. 

CALL TO ORDER 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-067 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING STATE REPRESENTATIVE CYNTHIA A. STAFFORD (REPLACEMENT)

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-070 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING OFFICER CARLOS RODAS, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS POLICE DEPARTMENT’S 2017-2018 OFFICER OF THE YEAR (REVISED REPLACEMENT)

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE EMBRACE GIRLS FOUNDATION (REPLACEMENT)

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-066 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NILZA KALLOS, M. D.

ACTION PROPOSED BY  /aMS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-066 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Nilza Kallos, M. D.

 

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-068 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING MRS. PATRICIA PARHAM (REPLACEMENT)

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • South Miami Middle School Performers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • August 23, 2018
  • September 18 and 25, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: September 5, 2018 School Board Meeting and September 5, 2018 Second Budget Public Hearing

B . OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A . SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Results of the 2018 Advanced Placement Exams
  • STEM/STEAM Designation
  • 2018 Summer Reading and Math Challenge Winners

 

A-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED PROMULGATION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 9143, SECURE OUR FUTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to promulgate new Board Policy 9143,Secure Our Future Advisory Committee.

 

A-3 NEW PROPOSED FEDERAL REGULATIONS IMPACTING U.S.-BORN CHILDREN OF IMMIGRANTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, reaffirm the historic importance of legal immigration to Miami-Dade County and of public services that assist all low-income Americans to advance and achieve self-sufficiency; and authorize the Superintendent to:

1. include in the 2019 Federal Legislative Program continued support for existing regulations that do not penalize the use of public services which positively impact the health and education of all youth in our public schools;

2. engage the Miami-Dade Congressional delegation regarding these issues; and

3. communicate with the Department of Homeland Security or other relevant agencies regarding these issues.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2018-2019 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2018-2019 Educational Excellence School Advisory Council (EESAC) membership rosters.

 

C-2 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE AND REQUIRE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS (SIPs) (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and require the implementation of the 2018-2019 School Improvement Plans.

 

C-100 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

1. Personnel Action Listing 1112 for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from August 17, 2018 through September 6, 2018.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from August 28, 2018 through October 5, 2018.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, reclassifications, and lateral transfers to be effective October 11, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item

 

D-23 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN’S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contractual services agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Citizen’s Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County, Inc., in an amount of $71,000 for one (1) year, commencing on October 11, 2018 and ending on August 31, 2019.

 

D-55 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (REVISED)

SUBJECT:

1)\u00a0\u00a0 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2)\u00a0\u00a0 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

3)\u00a0\u00a0 REQUESTED APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT FOR DISCIPLINARY MATTER THAT HAS BEEN APPEALED

 

LINK TO STRATEGIC BLUEPRINT:\u00a0HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TEACHERS, LEADERS AND STAFF

This item seeks the Board’s approval for 1) employee disciplinary actions that are agreed upon by the employee; 2) employee disciplinary actions pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested; and 3) a Settlement Agreement, transmitted to the Board under separate cover, resulting from a disciplinary matter that has been appealed.

RECOMMENDED:

1. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  • A) Constance D. Avant: suspension without pay from her position as Bus Aide at South Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • B) Sherrie E. Brewton: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School, for twenty (20) workdays, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • C) Nicole A. Brown: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Leisure City K-8 Center, for five (5) workdays, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; excessive absences; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3430, Leaves of Absence. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, 1012.67, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • D) Athen B. Bunyan: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Brownsville Middle School, for ten (10) calendar days, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • E) Lissette Collazo: suspension without pay from her position as ESE Placement Specialist at Exceptional Student Education Department, for two (2) workdays, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • F) Xavier D. Ferguson: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at Brownsville Middle School, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective October 25, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • G) Saintelus Guerrier: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Thomas Jefferson Middle School, for ten (10) calendar days, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • H) Luis B. Gutierrez: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at David Lawrence, Jr. K-8 Center, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • I) Alonzo C. Henley: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Brownsville Middle School, for ten (10) calendar days, effective November 8, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • J) Joanel Joseph: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Linda Lentin K-8 Center, for ten (10) calendar days, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • K) Peter J. Kraus: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Miami Beach Senior High School, for fifteen (15) workdays, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 5517.01, Bullying and Harassment. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • L) Teresita J. O’Reilly: suspension without pay from her position as Head Start Educator at South Hialeah Elementary School, for five (5) workdays, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; excessive absenteeism; non-performance and poor performance of job responsibilities; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4430, Leaves of Absence. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.67, and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  • M) Jennifer A. Sadoian: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Henry S. West Laboratory School, for five (5) workdays, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 2605, Research and Evaluation; 2623, Student Assessment; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • N) Marisel F. Vega:\u00a0 suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Ronald W. Reagan/Doral Senior High School, for fifteen (15) workdays, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to:\u00a0 misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 7540.04, Staff Responsible Use of Technology, Social Media, and District Network Systems.\u00a0 This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

2) \u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  • A) Felecia D. Charles: suspension without pay from her position as School Bus Driver at Northeast Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; 8600, Transportation; and 8670, Post Trip Inspections of School Buses. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • C) Frantz N. Noel: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Teacher at Van E. Blanton Elementary School, effective October 11, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

3) That, in the appeal of disciplinary action that was taken by the Board at its meeting of June 20, 2018, to suspend without pay and initiate dismissal proceedings against Roy L. Elston, and the charges that led to the employee’s suspension have been resolved; thereby, that the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Settlement Agreement in the arbitration matter between theSchool Board of Miami-Dade County, AFSCME, and Roy L. Elston, and reinstate employee Roy L. Elston to his position as a TV Master Control Supervisor.

 

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF FIVE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, AND THREE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve five (5) new charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate contracts reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board with:

  • 1. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy Key Biscayne (High Performing Replication ofMater Academy Elementary, MSID 0100);
  • 2. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy Miami (High Performing Replication ofMater Academy Elementary, MSID 0100);
  • 3. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Meadow (High Performing Replication of Somerset Academy Charter, MSID 0520);
  • 4. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Silver Palms Performing Arts Academy (High Performing Replication of Somerset Arts Conservatory, MSID 5396); and,
  • 5. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Delta Academy.

B. Approve three charter school contract amendments with:

  • 1. Excelsior Academies, Inc., d/b/a Excelsior Charter Academy (MSID 5032), to increase the student enrollment by 40 students to a maximum student enrollment of 490 students for the 2018-2019 school year, effective August 20, 2018;
  • 2. Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools, Inc., d/b/a Lincoln-Marti Charter School (Little Havana) (MSID 5025), effective August 20, 2018, add the following, Folio No. 01-4138-003-1150 with the main office located at 970 W. Flagler St., Miami, FL 33130 (this includes all associated addresses within this folio) and Folio No. 01- 4102-002-0340 (988 W. Flagler Street, Miami FL 33130); and,
  • 3. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., d/b/a Pinecrest North Preparatory -Fontainebleau Campus (MSID 5004), to allow the school to continue to operate on its temporary location at 10207 W. Flagler Street, Miami FL 33174, until October 31, 2018.

C. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

 

D-66 PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY: INITIAL READING 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5500, Student Conduct and Discipline, and pages to the documents, Code 7of Student Conduct Elementary and Code of Student Conduct Secondary, which are incorporated by reference and made part of the policy.

 

D-67 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA, RECEIVE THE STATE-MANDATED ANNUAL “SAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES” SELF-ASSESSMENTS, AND THE SCHOOL SECURITY RISK ASSESSMENT AGGREGATED REPORT; AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO REPORT THE SELF-ASSESSMENT RESULTS AND THE AGGREGATED REPORT; AND SCHOOL BOARD ACTION TO THE COMMISSIONER OF EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. receive the “Safety and Security Best Practices” assessment results for 2017-2018 and 2018-2019; and the 2018-2019 School Security Risk Assessment Aggregated Report; and

2. authorize the Superintendent of Schools to report the self-assessment results, the aggregated report and the School Board to action to the Commissioner of Education.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Reports for the periods ending July and August 2018.

 

E-51 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS AND CONTROLLED OPEN ENROLLMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policy 5131, Student Transfers and Controlled Open Enrollment and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 10, 2018.

 

E-86 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND STUDENT TRANSPORTATION FOR THE FYE JUNE 30, 2017 – REPORT NO. 2019-014

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive and file the Miami-Dade County District School Board Florida Education Finance Program Full-Time Equivalent Student Enrollment and Student Transportation For the FYE June 30, 2017 – Report No. 2019-014.

 

E-87 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS’ 2017-2018 ANNUAL REPORT AND 2018-2019 AUDIT PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Office of Management and Compliance Audits’ 2017-2018 Annual Report and 2018-2019 Audit Plan.

 

E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT – SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file Internal Audit Report – Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-89 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT – AUDIT OF DRAFT PHASE 2 DISPARITY STUDY REPORT DATED MARCH 27, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file Internal Audit Report – Audit of Draft Phase 2 Disparity Study Report Dated March 27, 2018.

 

E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-17-019-AC – FIELD CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-019-AC – FIELD CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES, for select qualified individuals and agencies to provide Field Case Management Services for the self-insured workers’ compensation program for the District with an initial effective date of October 10, 2018 through October 9, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year extension period thereto, as follows:

  • A. CLAUDE B. SELTZER & ASSOCIATES, INC.
    1300 SAWGRASS CORPORATE PARKWAY, SUITE #220
    SUNRISE, FL 33323
    OWNER/OFFICER: CLAUDE B. SELTZER, PRESIDENT
  • B. COVENTRY HEALTH CARE WORKERS COMPENSATION, INC.
    6720B ROCKLEDGE DRIVE, SUITE 800
    BETHESDA, MD 20817
    OWNER/OFFICER: ARTHUR J. LYNCH, PRESIDENT
  • C. QUINLAN DISABILITY MANAGEMENT, INC. MWBE/SBE
    600 SANDTREE DRIVE, SUITE 210C
    PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 33403
    OWNER/OFFICER: PATRICIA H. QUINLAN, PRESIDENT
    MINORITY/WOMEN OWNED

 

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide Field Case Management Services for the self-insured workers’ compensation program, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-142 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-024-CH MEDICAL CONSULTING SERVICES AND HEALTH PLAN OMBUDSMAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-024-CH – MEDICAL CONSULTING SERVICES AND HEALTH PLAN OMBUDSMAN, for select qualified individuals and agencies to provide advice to the School Board and its staff on medical matters related to general liability and other issues for the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an initial effective date of November 1, 2018 through October 31, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CENTERS OF THE SOUTHWEST, P.A. dba CONCENTRA MEDICAL CENTERS
    5080 SPECTRUM DRIVE, SUITE 1200 WEST TOWER
    ADDISON, TEXAS 75001
    OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT HASSET, PRESIDENT

 

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide Medical Consulting Services and Health Plan Ombudsman program, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/ DONATIONS FOR NINE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept eight grant awards and one donation for nine programs from:

  • a. Title I, 2018-2019 Unified School Improvement Grant (UniSIG) for funding under the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), in the approximate amount of $1,526,196, for the grant period of September 1, 2018, through August 31, 2019;
  • b. Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education for funding under the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), in the approximate amount of $3,413,976, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • c. Adult Education and Family Literacy, English Literacy & Civics Education for funding under the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), in the approximate amount of $2,300,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • d. Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program for funding under the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in the approximate amount of $390,200, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • e. Youth Mental Health Awareness and Training (YMHAT) for funding under the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), in the approximate amount of $281,250, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • f. 2018-2021 Public Charter School Program Grant (CSP) Planning, Program Design and Implementation – Downtown Doral Charter Upper School for funding under the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), in the approximate amount of $522,708, for the grant period of April 3, 2018, through September 30, 2018;
  • g. 2017-2020 Public Charter School Program Grant (CSP) Planning, Program Design and Implementation – True North Classical Academy South for funding under the Florida Department of Education, in the approximate amount of $490,185, for the grant period of July 19, 2018, through July 31, 2019;
  • h. Florida Public Television Stations Grant for funding under the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), in the approximate amount of $307,447, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019; and
  • i. Himan Brown Charitable Trust After-School Care Program for funding under the Himan Brown Charitable Trust, in the approximate amount of $300,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 – Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

E-202 ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2019 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

4. adopt the proposed 2019 State and Federal Legislative programs; and

5. authorize the Superintendent to use District resources and to advocate for the best interest of the District on issues at the state and federal levels that may have fiscal, local control, and/or governance impact on Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ operations, but does not have major policy implications, provided such issues are reported to the Board.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TOEXECUTE A MASTER JOINT USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY (“VILLAGE”) TO ALLOW DESIGNATED PARK SITES AND DESIGNATED SCHOOL SITES LOCATED WITHIN THE VILLAGE TO BE MADE AVAILABLE FOR USE BY BOTH PARTIES FOR RECREATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Master Joint Use Agreement (“Master JUA”) between the School Board and the Village of Palmetto Bay (“Village”) to allow designated park sites and designated school sites located within the Village to be made available for use by both parties for recreational and educational purposes, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2) execute amendments to the Master JUA within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Master JUA; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Master JUA, including, without limitation, authorizing construction of recreational improvements within the demised premises, renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Master JUA, modifying the Master JUA from time to time to add or delete individual park sites or school sites, and placing the Village in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”) WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI (“CITY”) FOR THE CITY’S USE OF SPACE AT LINDSEY HOPKINS TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LOCATED AT 750 N.W. 20 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA (“FACILITY”) TO DECREASE THE AREA LEASED BY THE CITY FOR OPERATION OF THE CITY’S WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an amendment to the lease agreement (“Agreement”) with the City of Miami (“City”), for the City’s use of space at Lindsey Hopkins Technical College, located at 750 N.W. 20 Street, Miami, Florida, to decrease the area leased by the City for operation of the City’s Workforce Development Center, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2) execute amendments to the Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny all approvals or waivers required under the Agreement, including those related to construction, and for cancelling or terminating the Agreement, renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Agreement, and placing the City in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG JOANDA INVESTMENTS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 10-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 24940 S.W. 134 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among Joanda Investments, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company ( “Applicant”), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 10-unit residential development located at 24940 S.W. 134 Avenue, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG PARC VENTURES, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, CEDAR PARC ALLIANCE, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AND MUVHOME26, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (COLLECTIVELY, THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 269-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT S.W. 260 STREET AND S.W. 139 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among Parc Ventures, LLC, a Florida limited liability company, Cedar Parc Alliance, LLC, a Florida limited liability company and Muvhome26, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (collectively, the “Applicant”), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 269-unit residential development located at S.W. 260 Street and S.W. 139 Avenue, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-27 AUTHORIZE AN AMENDMENT TO ADD TWO SUB-CONSULTANTS TO THE ARCHITECTURAL / ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) AGREEMENT WITH RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS FOLLOWS:

1. LOUIS J. AGUIRRE & ASSOCIATES, P.A., AS ELECTRICAL AND MECHANICAL ENGINEERS; AND

2. AVINO & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS CIVIL ENGINEERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to add the following two sub-consultant firms to the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant Agreement with Rodriguez Architects, Inc., for the duration of the term of the agreement:

1. Louis J. Aguirre & Associates, P.A.; and

2. Aviño & Associates, Inc.

 

F-28 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENT WITH STONEHENGE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C., TO REFLECT THE COMPANY’S CHANGE IN PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLE TO THE BOARD FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK MISCELLANEOUS, CONTINUING CONTRACT SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to the Agreement with Stonehenge Construction, L.L.C., to reflect the company’s change in Principal Responsible to the Board for Construction Management at-Risk Miscellaneous, continuing contract services.

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 5 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $23,136.19.

B-2. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01339400, General Obligation Bond funded addition (replacement of building 4), Miami Beach Senior High School for an additional cost of $34,050.00.

B-3. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01435200, General Obligation Bond funded renovation Project, Parkview Elementary School for a credit of $347,408.00.

B-4. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01425200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovation Project, Rockway Elementary School for a no-cost time extension of 78 days.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 6320, PURCHASING, AND 0133, QUASI-JUDICIAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 6320, Purchasing, and 0133, Quasi-Judicial, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective October 10, 2018.

 

G-2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ILEANA CORDERO, DOAH Case No. 17-3997

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of Miami-Dade County School Board v. Ileana Cordero, DOAH Case No. 17-3997, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of her suspension already served and reinstating her to her position as a Part-Time Food Service Worker with the School Board under the conditions specified in the Settlement Agreement.

 

G-3 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. LIVINGSTON WINT - DOAH CASE NO. 18-1212

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Amended Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Livingston Wint, DOAH Case No. 18-1212, and awarding Respondent back pay and accumulated benefits since his suspension.

 

G-4 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION IN THE CASE OF: JOHN ANNESSER and JULIA ANNESSER v. CHRISTINA P. GUERRA, individually and as principal of Coral Reef Elementary School and MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Circuit Court Case No. 18-29544-CA-01

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employee who is individually named as a Defendant in the case of: John Annesser and Julia Annesser v. Christina P. Guerra, and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, Circuit Court Case No. 18-29544-CA-01.

 

G-5 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. HARCOURT CLARK - DOAH CASE NO. 17-5796TTS

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Harcourt Clark, DOAH Case No. 17-5796TTS, thereby rescinding the suspension and awarding Respondent back pay for the period of his suspension.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-2 ESTABLISH A SCHOOL BOARD MEETING ON WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 2018 FOR THE PURPOSE OF INSTALLING RE-ELECTED MEMBERS TO THEIR NEW TERMS (ADDED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, schedule an additional School Board Meeting to be held on Wednesday, November 14, 2018, at 10:00 a.m. for the specific purpose of installing re-elected members to their new terms.

 

H-3 BOARD MEETING EFFICIENCY(WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, conduct a three (3) month pilot that would limit Board member speeches to one (1) speech, no longer than five (5) minutes, per board member, per item, with an opportunity for an additional speech, no longer than five (5) minutes, after every Board member who wishes to speak on the item has done so, followed by a formal vote on the item.

 

H-4 EDIBLE LANDSCAPING (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PÉREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of incorporating edible landscaping as part of our existing partnerships with The Education Fund, Fairchild Tropical Botanic Gardens and other external organizations, and report no later than April 2019.

 

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2018 AS NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of October 2018 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools As National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

 

H-7 TRADES PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of strengthening the Districts community engagement platform by expanding the current recruitment initiatives, in order to engage and encourage high school and post-secondary students, to enter apprenticeship programs in the trade industries.

 

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY’S “LET’S CLEAN THINGS UP” INITIATIVE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, endorse Miami-Dade County’s “Let’s Clean Things Up” Initiative.

 

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NOVEMBER 15, 2018 AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY, AND ITS GOAL OF INCREASING OVERALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH PARENT ENGAGEMENT, WITH YEAR-ROUND ENCOURAGEMENT THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse November 15, 2018 as National Parent Involvement Day and its goal of increasing overall student achievement through parent engagement, with year-round encouragement throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-10 SCHOOL BOARD ENDROSEMENT RECOGNIZING NOVEMBER 2018 AS NATIONAL HUNGER AND HOMELESS AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorses and recognizes November 2018 as National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Month throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-11 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) HURRICANE FLORENCE AND HURRICANE MICHAEL RELIEF EFFORTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to provide any assistance and/or humanitarian aid, as deemed appropriate, to those school districts affected by Hurricane Florence and Hurricane Michael.

 

H-12 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL HUNGER AND HOMELESS AWARENESS WEEK, NOVEMBER 10-18, 2018

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Hunger and Homeless Awareness Week, November 10-18, 2018, in Miami-Dade County Public Schools

 

H-13 ACTIVE-ASSAILANT INSURANCE

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to research and review current and potential future insurance policies to determine if the Board should secure additional active-assailant incident coverage, and report back to the Board by January 31, 2019.

 

H-15 REQUEST THE SUPERINTENDENT TO REVIEW AND EVALUATE BEST PRACTICES IN TRAVEL PURCHASES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to review and evaluate best practices in the procurement of travel related services and submit a report no later than the November 20, 2018 School Board Meeting.

 

H-17 ESTABLISHING, CLASSIFYING AND/OR RECLASSIFYING CONTRACTED POSITIONS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act by the November 20, 2018 Board meeting, to specify that whenever Board approval is sought for the establishment, classification, and/or reclassification of MEP District personnel to contracted positions, relevant terms, compensation benefits, and applicable salary range of the contracted position be included in Board policy.

 

H-18 THE LEUKEMIA & LYMPHOMA SOCIETY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, raise awareness within Miami-Dade County Public Schools about the services provided from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society to children and families affected by cancer in Miami-Dade County.

 

H-19 REVIEW AND INSPECTION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTION DEVICES AND RELATED SAFETY PROCEDURES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. conduct an inspection of carbon monoxide detection devices in schools and district facilities, where installed, to ensure proper functioning and operability and determine if additional installations in other locations are warranted;

2. review procedures with related and responsible school and district staff regarding procedures for reporting and responding to a hazmat incidence;

3. provide appropriate information and training, where needed; and

4. provide an update to the Board no later than November 30, 2018.

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

11:00 A. M.

SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

6:00 P.M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of changes, click the button below.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AT THE 6:00 P.M. BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 4, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-060 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ANTHONY DAMATO (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-060 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Anthony Damato.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-065 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE HOMESTEAD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL UNIFIED FLAG FOOTBALL TEAM AND THE SPECIAL OLYMPICS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THEIR EXTRAORDINARY EFFORTS LEADING TO A GOLD MEDAL WIN AT THE 2018 SPECIAL OLYMPICS USA UNIFIED FLAG FOOTBALL DIVISION I GAME (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-065 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Homestead Senior High School\u2019s Unified Flag Football Team and The Special Olympics of Miami-Dade County for their extraordinary efforts leading to a gold medal win at the 2018 Special Olympics USA Unified Flag Football Division I Game.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-064 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. ALBERT PAYNE, JR. (REPLACEMENT)

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-061 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING EAR PEACE: SAVE YOUR HEARING FOUNDATION FOR THEIR COMMITMENT TO SPREADING AWARENESS ABOUT THE EPIDEMIC OF NOISE-INDUCED HEARING LOSS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-061 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ear Peace: Save Your Hearing Foundation For Their Commitment to Spreading Awareness about the Epidemic of Noise-Induced Hearing Loss.

 

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-062 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JAVAN ALLISON, PUBLISHED AUTHOR OF THE ADVENTURES OF JAVAN AND THE 3 A\u2019S (REVISED REPLACEMENT)

 

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Norland Middle School Vocalist

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • August 15, 2018

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.


A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Opening of Schools

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE ONE RENEWAL CURRICULUM SUPPORT SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE, INC. ON BEHALF OF ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE, AND TWO NEW CURRICULUM SUPPORT SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH YOUTH CO-OP, INC. ON BEHALF OF YOUTH CO-OP CHARTER SCHOOL, AND WITH ASPIRA OF FLORIDA, INC. ON BEHALF OF ASPIRA RAUL ARNALDO MARTINEZ CHARTER SCHOOL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute one renewal curriculum support service agreement with Alpha Charter of Excellence, Inc. on behalf of Alpha Charter of Excellence and two new curriculum support service agreements with Youth Co-Op, Inc. on behalf of Youth Co-Op Charter School and with Aspira of Florida, Inc. on behalf of Aspira Raul Arnaldo Martinez Charter School with an option to renew, and for a fee of up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

1. Personnel Action Listing 1111 for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from July 27, 2018 through August 16, 2018.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from February 10, 2018 through August 27, 2018.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, reclassifications, and lateral transfers to be effective September 6, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

 

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION.

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:

1)\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade\u00a0 County, Florida,\u00a0approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  • A) Karen D. Chapman: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Joella C. Good Elementary School, for five (5) workdays, effective September 6, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, \u00a0Student \u00a0Supervision \u00a0and Welfare. This action is taken In accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • B) Van M. Singer: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Barbara Goleman Senior High School, for twenty (20) workdays, effective September 6, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • C) Kevin R. Spicer: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at North Dade Middle School, for thirty (30) workdays, effective September 6, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • D) Dario M. Stephen: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Miami Northwestern Senior High School, for thirty (30) workdays, effective September 6, 201'8, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and vioiation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare;\u00a0and 8660,Transporting Students by Private Vehicles. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2),\u00a0\u00a0 1012.22(1)(f),\u00a01012.33,\u00a0and\u00a0447.209,\u00a0 Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  • A) Glenn C. Holt: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as School Security Monitor II at North Miami Senior High School, effective September 6, 2018, for just cause, including,\u00a0but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards\u00a0and\u00a0Fingerprinting\u00a0of All\u00a0Employees;\u00a04210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f),\u00a01012.32,\u00a01012.40,\u00a0435.04, 435.06,\u00a0and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  • B) Frantz Pierre: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Teacher at Oak Grove Elementary School,\u00b7 effective September 6, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards\u00a0and\u00a0Fingerprinting\u00a0of\u00a0All\u00a0Employees;\u00a03210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics, This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, 435.04,\u00a0 435.06,\u00a0 and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

 

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve three charter school contract amendments with:

  • 1. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a, BridgePrep Academy of North Miami Beach (MSID 4050), to increase the student enrollment by 160 students to a maximum student enrollment of 508 students for the 2018-2019 school year, effective August 20, 2018;
  • 2. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., d/b/a Pinecrest North Preparatory -Fontainebleau Campus (MSID 5004), to allow the school to temporarily locate at 10207 W. Flagler Street, Miami FL 33174, commencing August 20, 2018, and ending September 30, 2018; and,
  • 3. Sports Leadership and Management, Inc., d/b/a Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Charter Middle School (MSID 6015), effective August 20, 2018, to (a) add the following addresses and associated folio numbers to serve grades 6-8: 542 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6200); 1220 NW 6 Street, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6210); 534 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6220); 528 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6230); 520 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6390); and 1221 NW 5 Street, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-6410); and (b) remove the following addresses and associated folio numbers from the charter contract: 601 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0170); 1175 NW 6 St., Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0180); and, 619 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0190).
  • 3. Sports Leadership and Management, Inc., d/b/a Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Charter Middle School (MSID 6015), effective August 20, 2018, to remove the following addresses and associated folio numbers from the charter contract: 601 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0170); 1175 NW 6 St., Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0180); and, 619 NW 12th Avenue, Miami, FL 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0190).

B. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

 

D-66 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH ASSURANT SOLUTIONS FOR THE CONTINUATION OF A SATELLITE LEARNING CENTER

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent to enter into a cooperative agreement with Assurant Solutions for the continuation of the Satellite Learning Center (SLC) from July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;

2. extend the cooperative agreement for a maximum of two additional one-year periods.

 


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS,
AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 APPROVAL OF ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AND THE FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM COST REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the Annual Financial Report for 2017-18 and the Florida Education Finance Program Cost Report for 2017-18; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to submit the approved reports to the Florida Department of Education.

 

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR APRIL, MAY and JUNE 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 2,937 deletions with a depreciated cost of $746,633 and 30 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $28,492 to update the records for April, May and June 2018.

 

E-14 ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2018-19

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. adopt the millage rates below:

  • a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;
  • b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 4.256 mills; and
  • c) Debt Service levy of .229 mills.

2. adopt the millage rates for FY 2018-19 for a total of 6.733 mills which represents a decrease of .261 mills compared to FY 2017-18.

 

E-15 ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt the Educational Facilities Plan and the Five-Year Facilities Work Program for FY 2018-19 through FY 2022-23 and all required supporting documentation, including the Project Priority list.

2. authorize the Superintendent to make minor budget, project and schedule adjustments, if necessary, and report in writing to the Board.

 

E-16 FINAL ADOPTION OF THE FY 2018-19 BUDGET (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the FY 2018-19 Annual Budget by approving changes from the Tentative Adopted Budget as enumerated on pages 2 through 12 of the agenda item and the revenues and appropriations delineated on the official state budget forms and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on September 5, 2018.

 

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2017-18 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2017-18 General Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues and appropriations by $(13,750,282); and

b. adopt Summary of Revenues and Appropriations and the Summary of Appropriations by Function.

 

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2017-18 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2017-18 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review, accepting donations, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $8,046,875 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described on page 5 and summarized on page 6 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 3, FY 2017-18 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review.

 

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2017-18 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 3, FY 2017-18 Debt Service Funds Final Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $13,199,419.

 

E-20 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2017-18 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. adopt resolution No. 3, FY 2017-18 Contracted Programs Fund Final Budget Review,increasing revenues and appropriations by $4,053,746 and

b. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

 

E-21 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2017-18 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2017-18 Food Service Fund Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $320,738 decreasing appropriations by $10,284,650 and increasing ending fund balance by $10,605,388.

 

E-22 RESOLUTION NO. 1 FY 2017-18 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND AND RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2017-18 SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2017-18 Miscellaneous Special Revenue \u2013 School Board Law Enforcement Trust Fund \u2013 Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $4,316, decreasing appropriations by $7,240 and increasing ending fund balance by $11,556 as shown on the schedule on page 3 of 4 of the agenda item; and

2. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2017-18 Miscellaneous Special Revenue \u2013 School Board Special Events Trust Fund - Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $13,692, decreasing appropriations by $11,483 and increasing ending fund balance by $25,175 as shown on the schedule on page 4 of 4 of the agenda item.

 

E-23 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2017-18 Internal Service Fund FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 3, the FY 2017-18 Internal Service Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $7,641,098, decreasing expenses by $294,725 and decreasing net position by $7,268,869 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

 

E-24 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2017-18 fiduciary Fund \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2017-18 Fiduciary Fund - Pension Trust - Final Budget Review, increasing additions, deductions and net position by $1,660,494 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

 

E-25 RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2017-18 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 2 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2017-18 Categorical Program as shown on the attached form in the amount of $12,084,151.33.

 

E-26 ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1 ON THE USE OF FY 2018-19 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 1 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2018-19 Categorical Programs as shown on the attached form in the amount of $11,777,747.

 

E-66 APPROVAL TO ENTER INTO NEGOTIATIONS TO CONTRACT DIRECTLY WITH CIGNA LEON AND UNITED HEALTHCARE FOR MEDICARE ADVANTAGE PROGRAMS AND PRESCRIPTION DRUG PLANS, FOR DISTRICT MEDICARE-ELIGIBLE RETIREES AND THEIR MEDICARE-ELIGIBLE DEPENDENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida enter into negotiations to contract directly with Cigna Leon and United Healthcare for Medicare Advantage Programs, and prescription programs, for District Medicare-eligible retirees and their Medicare-eligible dependents, with benefits effective January 1, 2019 for a one year period subject to School Board approval of plan designs and rates which have been filed and approved by the State of Florida Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) and Federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

 

E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-17-018-CH \u2013 APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-018-CH \u2013 APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS, for select agencies qualified to operate apprenticeship training programs to provide apprenticeship training for post-secondary students for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, with an initial effective date of September 6, 2018 through September 5, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:


  • ARCA LOCAL JOINT APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COMMITTEE TRUST
    13201 NW 45th AVENUE
    OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054
    OWNER/OFFICER: JASON HEBBERT, COORDINATOR

  • ASBESTOS WORKERS LOCAL UNION #60 JAC
    13000 NW 47TH AVENUE
    OPA-LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054
    OWNER/OFFICER: JASON FREEMAN, COORDINATOR

  • MIAMI JOINT ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COMMITTEE
    1601 NW 17TH AVENUE
    MIAMI, FLORIDA 33125
    OWNER/OFFICER: WILLIAM RILEY, DIRECTOR

  • PLUMBERS JOINT APPRENTICESHIP & EDUCATIONAL COMMITTEE
    14105 NW 58TH COURT
    MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33014
    OWNER/OFFICER: JEFFREY D. PENNISTON, CHAIRMAN

  • SHEET METAL WORKERS LU #32 APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINING PROGRAM
    20401 NE 15TH COURT
    MIAMI, FLORIDA 33179
    OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES FRANKLIN COMBS, DIRECTOR

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract up to the total estimated amount of $1,650,000, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $550,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT ONE GRANT AWARD AND ONE DONATION FOR TWO PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED:

That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept onegrant award and one donation for two programs from:

  • a. District Instructional Leadership and Faculty Development Grant for funding under the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE), in the approximate amount of $788,856, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019; and
  • b. Florida International University (FIU) for in-kind support funding under the FIU After-School All-Stars program, in the approximate amount of $1,954,034, for the grant period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

  • a. College of William and Mary in the approximate amount of $240,338, in support of the District Instructional Leadership and Faculty Development Grant.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AMENDMENTS TO THE LEASE AGREEMENTS (\u201cAGREEMENTS\u201d) WITH UNITED WAY OF MIAMI-DADE, INC. (\u201cUNITED WAY\u201d), FOR USE OF SPACE AT LILLIE C. EVANS K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1895 N.W. 75 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33147; CAROL CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4375 N.W. 173 DRIVE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33055; AND ETHEL F. BECKFORD/RICHMOND PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER, LOCATED AT 16929 S.W. 104 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33157, TO INSTALL AND USE PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT AT EACH LOCATION FOR ITS EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED:

That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute amendments to the lease agreements (\u201cAgreements\u201d) with United Way of Miami-Dade, Inc. (\u201cUnited Way\u201d), for use of space at Lillie C. Evans K-8 Center, located at 1895 N.W. 75 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33147; Carol City Elementary School, located at 4375 N.W. 173 Drive, Miami Gardens, Florida 33055; and Ethel F. Beckford/Richmond Primary Learning Center, located at 16929 S.W. 104 Avenue, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33157, to install and use playground equipment at each location for its Early Head Start programs and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2. execute amendments to the Agreements within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Agreements; and

3. grant or deny all approvals or waivers required under the Agreements, including those related to construction, and for cancelling or terminating the Agreements, and placing United Way in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM NEW URBAN DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR EXEMPTION AND REIMBURSEMENT OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY KNOWN AS SUPERIOR MANOR APARTMENTS, LOCATED AT 5155 N.W. 24 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142

RECOMMENDED:

That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recommend approval to Miami-Dade County of a request from New Urban Development, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company, for exemption and reimbursement of Educational Facilities Impact Fees in connection with a housing project for the elderly known as Superior Manor Apartments, located at 5155 N.W. 24 Avenue, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33142.

 

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $1,108,753 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

 

F-21 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $663,527; and make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial REPLACEMENT/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $38,062.43 and a time extension of 23 days.

B-2. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01442900, General Obligation Bond funded renovation Project, D A Dorsey Technical College for a credit of $46,382.16.

 

F-58 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNUAL SAFETY-TO-LIFE INSPECTION DOCUMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Annual Safety-to-Life Inspection Documents.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for one (1) new application and one (1) increase to single bid limit renewal application, for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment \u201dA\u201d of the agenda item.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 6320, PURCHASING, AND 0133, QUASI-JUDICIAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 6320, Purchasing, and 0133, Quasi-Judicial.

 

G-2 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. KAMLA C. BHAGWANDIN and DARLENE G. TAYLOR, DOAH Case Nos. 17-6427TTS and 17-6470TTS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the consolidated case known as The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Kamla Bhagwandin and Darlene G. Taylor, DOAH Case Nos. 17-6427TTS and 17-6470TTS, and awarding Respondents back pay for the period of their suspension.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 FOLKLORIC MUSIC AND DANCE FOR OUR STUDENTS

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) explore the feasibility of integrating folkloric music and dance, in addition to M-DCPS\u2019 Cultural Passport program, through building local partnerships with the Miami-Dade County Department of Cultural Affairs and other cultural organizations and stakeholders, to increase the exposure of folkloric music and dance in grades pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and report back to the board by November 21, 2018; and

2) seek grant funding opportunities to establish, if feasible, the folkloric music and dance program.

 

H-4 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) IMPLEMENTING THE CONSEQUENCES AREN\u2019T MINOR PROGRAM DESIGNED BY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC DEFENDER CARLOS J. MARTINEZ (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) implementing The Consequences Aren\u2019t Minor program/presentation during the 2018-2019 school year, at no cost to the district, and report back to the Board by October 10, 2018.

 

H-5 ASSIGNMENT OF A SPECIALIZED SOCIAL WORKER OR MENTAL HEALTH SPECIALIST TO THE MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS POLICE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of assigning one or two specialized social worker(s) or mental health specialist(s) to the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department to provide follow-up services to students who have been victims of crime, and report back to the Board by October 10, 2018.

 

H-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-058 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AFFIRMING FLORIDA\u2019S JUDICIAL 2ND CIRCUIT COURT\u2019S AUGUST 20, 2018 POSITION PERTAINING TO AMENDMENT 8 (REVISED 3)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-058 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, affirming Florida\u2019s Judicial 2nd Circuit Court\u2019s August 20, 2018 position which ensures that any amendment language respects and protects the authority of local school boards and complies with Constitutional requirements.

 

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and request that the Superintendent distribute educational information throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 21-27, 2018, AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF YEAR-ROUND SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 21-27, 2018, and encouragement of year-round safe driving practices at all District high schools.

 

H-10 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF FLORIDA GOVERNOR RICK SCOTT\u2019S RECOMMENDATION TO REDIRECT UNUSED FUNDS FROM THE COACH AARON FEIS GUARDIAN PROGRAM TO SCHOOL DISTRICTS IN SUPPORT OF SCHOOL SAFETY MEASURES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Governor Rick Scott\u2019s recommendation for the $58 million of unused funds from the Coach Aaron Feis Guardian Program to be equitably distributed to school districts in support of school safety measures.

 

H-11 LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM UPDATE AND FEASIBILITY REPORT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

(1) provide an update to the Board to inform of the status of the Learn to Swim Program and iSwim initiative, inclusive of historical data, insight, and methodology and relative to the program\u2019s strategic implementation and expansion since 2014 and for the upcoming school years; and

(2) conduct a feasibility review to consider the further expansion of the Learn to Swim program and services to students, specifically the survival swimming lesson component, with the goal of increasing the M-DCPS inventory of portable pools and corresponding instructors through business sponsorships, local and national organizations' support, grant opportunities, etc., to be presented to the Board by the December 19, 2018 School Board meeting.

 

H-12 AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF A FIFTH ADDENDUM TO THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS\u2019 EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, PROVIDING FOR AN EXTENSION (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair to negotiate and execute a Fifth Addendum to the Superintendent of Schools\u2019 employment agreement, providing for an extension up to June 30, 2023.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

AUGUST 15, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING     

11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M.,MONDAY, August 13, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of changes, click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CITY OF DORAL MAYOR JUAN CARLOS BERMUDEZ (REVISED REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-055 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing City of Doral Mayor Juan Carlos Bermudez.

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-054 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. FREDDIE WOODSON (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-054 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Freddie Woodson.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. NEYDA G. NAVARRO

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.18-051 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Neyda G. Navarro.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-056 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JOSEPH M. CENTORINO

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-056 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Joseph M. Centorino for his dedication to the community of Miami-Dade County.

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-055 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ROBERT G. GORNTO (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-055 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Robert G. Gornto.

 

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-053 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING MRS. VICKI HALL (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-053 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Mrs. Vicki Hall.

 

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-057 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BRANDON AND SEBASTIAN MARTINEZ (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-057 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Brandon and Sebastian Martinez.

 

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

  • STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • July 19, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • July 18, 2018 School Board Meeting (Agenda items A-2 and E-14)
  • July 25, 2018 School Board Meeting and
  • July 25, 2018 First Budget Public Hearing

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

 

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • MAPs

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-1 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Miami-Dade County Public Schools 2018-2019 Testing Calendar.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT ND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1110 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from June 22, 2018 through July 26, 2018.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective August 16, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

 

D-22 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF POLICIES 1120.01, MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL, AND 8420, EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendment to Board Policies 1120.01, Managerial Exempt Personnel, and 8420, Emergency Closing of Schools, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective August 15, 2018.

 

D-24 FINAL READING: PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 1130.02, SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt new Policy 1130.02, Succession Management, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective August 15, 2018

 

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION 2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:

1) That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  • A)Yvonne Bolden: suspension without pay from her position as Custodian at Linda Lentin K-8 Center, for ten (10) calendar days, effective August 16, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • B)Zacchus D. Clark: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at Linda Lentin K-8 Center, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective September 4, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  • A)Hugo J. Garcia: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Staff Auditor II at Management & Compliance Audits, effective August 16, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 1121.01; Employment Standards and Fingerprinting; 1210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 1210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  • B)Tirso Valls: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Teacher at Cutler Ridge Elementary School, effective August 16, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 3161, Fitness for Duty; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

 

D-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM AUGUST 20, 2018 THROUGH AUGUST 19, 2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into contractual agreements with community agencies for the Department of Food and Nutrition to provide meals/snacks for participants in their programs from August 20, 2018 through August 19, 2019, with the option to renew for two (2) additional one (1) year periods upon written confirmation from both parties for a maximum of three (3) years in total; and to contract with other agencies that may be recommended for contract by the Department of Food and Nutrition during this school year.

 

D-67 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the attached list of out-of-county/out-of-state trips for the 2018-2019 school year for use in conjunction with School Board Policy 2340 \u2013 Field and Other District-Sponsored Trips.

 

D-68 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 8510, WELLNESS POLICY

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the amendments to Board Policy 8510, Wellness Policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective on August 15, 2018.

 

D-69 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH ASSURANT SOLUTIONS FOR THE CONTINUATION OF A SATELLITE LEARNING CENTER (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Superintendent to enter into a cooperative agreement with Assurant Solutions for the continuation of the Satellite Learning Center (SLC) from July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;

2. extend the cooperative agreement for a maximum of two additional one-year periods.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-51 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS AND CONTROLLED OPEN ENROLLMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 5131, Student Transfers and Controlled Open Enrollment.

 

E-106 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, tentatively approve for planning purposes, the following schedule of Board meeting dates for the period January-December 2019: January 16, February 13, March 13, April 17, May 8 (Instructional Public Hearing/Regular Meeting), June 19, July 24 (Regular Meeting/First Budget Public Hearing), August 14, September 4 (Regular Meeting/Second Budget Public Hearing), October 2, November 20 (Regular Meeting/Organization Meeting), and December 11. The final listing of meeting dates for 2019 will be established by the Board at the 2018 Organization Meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 20, 2018.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR SIX PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept four grant awards and two donations for six programs from:

  • a. Corporation for Public Broadcasting for funding under the Television Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $517,336, for the grant period of October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2019;
  • b. Corporation for Public Broadcasting for funding under the Radio Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $640,355, for the grant period of October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2019;
  • c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 2018-2021 Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design, and Implementation \u2013 Beacon College Prep Middle School, in the approximate amount of $506,245, for the grant period of April 3, 2018, through September 30, 2018;
  • d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 2017-2020 Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design, and Implementation \u2013 Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Middle School \u2013 North Campus, in the approximate amount of $362,983, for the grant period of June 23, 2017, through September 30, 2018;
  • e. Informed Families/The Florida Family Partnership for funding under the Prevention Partnership Grant \u2013 Red Ribbon Certified Schools for in-kind support valued at the approximate amount of $104,424, for the period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2021; and
  • f. VH-1 Save the Music Foundation, Inc. for in-kind support valued at the approximate amount of $128,000, for the period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1  

A) THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG ART PLAZA, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 655-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 1366 N.E. 1 AVENUE, CITY OF MIAMI, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY.    

B) THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

RECOMMENDED:

A) That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  • 1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) by and among Art Plaza, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the \u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and the City of Miami, in connection with a new 655-unit residential development located at 1366 N.E. 1 Avenue, City of Miami, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;
  • 2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
  • 3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

B) That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to execute the waiver of conflict letter from Greenberg Traurig, which firm is serving solely as counsel for the Applicant in this transaction.

 

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A TEMPORARY, NON-EXCLUSIVE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (\u201cFDOT\u201d) FOR THE PURPOSE OF ALLOWING FDOT TO ACCESS THE SOUTH FIVE FEET OF THE SOUTH DADE TECHNICAL COLLEGE CAMPUS (\u201cSCHOOL\u201d), 109 N.E. 8 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA, IN ORDER TO TIE-IN AND HARMONIZE ITS PROPOSED HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN EXISTING PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a Temporary, Non-exclusive License Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) with the State of Florida Department of Transportation (\u201cFDOT\u201d) for the purpose of allowing FDOT to access the south five feet of the South Dade Technical College campus (\u201cSchool\u201d), 109 N.E. 8 Street, Homestead, Florida, in order to tie-in and harmonize its proposed highway improvements within existing public right-of-way located adjacent to the School, under, substantially, the terms and conditions in the agenda item; and

2) authorize the Superintendent to grant or deny all approvals required under the Agreement, including extending the Agreement for a period not to exceed 18 months, canceling or terminating the Agreement, and placing FDOT in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-3 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH CONSTRUCTION OF THE KENDALL SQUARE K-8 CENTER CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 9325 S.W. 169 PLACE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33196

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement with Florida Power and Light Company for the electrical service requirements associated with the construction of the Kendall Square K-8 Center campus, located at 9325 S.W. 169 Place, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33196, as described in the agenda item.

 

F-26 COMMISSION OF ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT NORTH MIAMI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01509000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Alleguez Architecture, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), for Part 2 (Full A/E) services for Renovations at North Miami Elementary School, located at 655 N.E. 145 Street, North Miami, Florida 33161, Project Number 01509000, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $184,000 for Part 2 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSION OF PALENZUELA & HEVIA DESIGN GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & NEW P.E. SHELTER AT GEORGIA JONES-AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01423900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Palenzuela & Hevia Design Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), for Part 2 (Full A/E) services for Renovations & New P.E. Shelter at Georgia Jones-Ayers Middle School, located at 1331 N.W. 46 Street, Miami, Florida 33142, Project Number 01423900, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $219,500 for Part 2 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 COMMISSION OF THE FOLLOWING FIRMS AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK FIRMS (SHELTERED MARKET FOR SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM:

  • LEGO CONSTRUCTION CO.
  • CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
  • J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION CO.
  • VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED
  • MEXAL CORP.
  • M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC.
  • ASSET BUILDERS, L.L.C. D/B/A MESSAM CONSTRUCTION
  • D2 CONSTRUCTION, INC.
  • STONEHENGE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
  • JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
  • BETANCOURT CONSTRUCTION & ASSOCIATES, LLC

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission the following firms as Construction Manager at-Risk firms (Sheltered Market for Small/Micro Business Enterprises) for Miscellaneous Projects with Construction Budgets up to $2 Million each, for a four-year term:

  • LEGO Construction Co.
  • Carivon Construction Company
  • J.R.T. Construction Co.
  • Veitia Padron Incorporated
  • Mexal Corp.
  • M.A.C. Construction, Inc.
  • Asset Builders, L.L.C. d/b/a Messam Construction
  • D2 Construction, Inc.
  • Stonehenge Construction, L.L.C.
  • JCI International, Inc.
  • Betancourt Construction & Associates, L.L.C.

1. With percentage fees and rates as negotiated and set forth in the body of the agenda item; and

2. All other terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement.

 

F-29 COMMISSION OF THE FOLLOWING FIRMS AS SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (STRUCTURAL, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM:

  • PROCON ENGINEERING, INC. (MECHANICAL ENGINEER)
  • M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC. (STRUCTURAL ENGINEER)
  • LIVS ASSOCIATES, L.L.C. (ELECTRICAL ENGINEER)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission the following firms as Special Projects Consultants (Structural, Mechanical and Electrical Engineers) for Miscellaneous projects with Construction Budgets up to $2 Million each, for a four-year continuing term:

  • Procon Engineering, Inc. (Mechanical Engineer)
  • M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc. (Structural Engineer)
  • LIVS Associates, L.L.C. (Electrical Engineer)

1. With percentage fees, rates and multipliers as negotiated and set forth in the body of the agenda item; and

2. All other terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement.

 

F-30 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE DISTRICT\u2019S PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT, TO REFLECT:

1) CHANGE OF PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE; AND

2) SUB-CONSULTANT NAME CHANGE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an amendment to the District\u2019s Program Management Support Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc. to reflect a change to their Principal-in-Charge and a Sub-consultant name change, for the remainder of the Agreement, as follows:

1) Change the Principal-in-Charge to Brian A. Hollinger; and

2) Change the name of Sub-consultant AMEC Foster Wheeler Environment & Infrastructure, Inc., to Wood Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.

 

F-31 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE DISTRICT\u2019S AGREEMENTS WITH LIVS ASSOCIATES, A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, TO REFLECT THE FIRM\u2019S NAME CHANGE TO LIVS ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., A STATE OF FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-DadeCounty, Florida, authorize amendments to all active Agreements with LIVS Associates, as follows:

1. Change the name of the firm to LIVS Associates, L.L.C., throughout the Agreements;

2. at no additional cost to the Board; and

3. all other terms and conditions of the Agreements remain unchanged.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for three (3) new applications and three (3) increase to single bid limit renewal applications, for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment \u201dA\u201d of the agenda item.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2018 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October 2018 as National Principals Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 26, 2018, AS \u201cDADS TAKE YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse September 26, 2018, as \u201cDads Take Your Child to School Day\u201d throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2018 THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2018 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Hispanic Heritage Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools from September 15 through October 15, 2018.

 

H-6 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA PROMOTE THE SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM IN CONJUNCTION WITH \u201cWALK OUR CHILDREN TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Continue encouraging student participation in the School Breakfast Program at all Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and,

2. Encourage adult participation, if feasible, in the School Breakfast Program on October 4, 2018 in conjunction with the International \u201cWalk Our Children to School Day.\u201d

 

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF \u201cETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2018\u201d IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October 24, 2018, as \u201cEthical Governance Day 2018\u201d in Miami-Dade County Public Schools sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Commission on Ethics and Public Trust.

 

H-8 BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM FOR DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS OWNERS NOT CLASSIFIED AS MINORITY WHEN THE DISPARITY STUDY WAS CONDUCTED (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent in collaboration with the School Board Attorney to explore, in accordance with applicable Board policies and federal and State laws, the feasibility of establishing and implementing a business enterprise program for disadvantaged business owners that were not classified as minority when the Disparity Study was conducted, and to report his findings to the School Board by October 10, 2018.

 

H-9 TRANSPORTATION AND SAFETY (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review school bus driving protocols to ensure that the safest routes are used in response to an emergency or life-threatening situation.

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JULY 25, 2018

FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

6:00 P.M.

SBAB - Auditorium

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM AT THE FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 158, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, JULY 24, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

 

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS

 

SP-1 TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2018-19

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. tentatively adopt the millage rates below:

  • a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;\u00a0
  • b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 4.256 mills; and
  • c) Debt Service levy of .229 mills.

2. tentatively adopt the millage resolution for FY 2018-19 for a total of 6.733 mills.

 

SP-2 TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2018-19 BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. tentatively adopt the FY 2018-19 Annual Budget, which consists of the budget approved for advertising on July 18, 2018, as well as the adjustments shown on Attachment A, and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on July 25, 2018; and

2. approve the FY 2018-19 School Allocation Plan.

 

SP-3\u00a0ADOPTION OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR USE OF DISTRICT DISCRETIONARY LOTTERY FUNDS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the above policies and procedures and approve the use of District Discretionary Lottery Funds appropriated by the Legislature to fund the Educational Excellence School Advisory Council.

 

AGENDA ITEMS SP-1, SP-2 AND SP-3 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JULY 25, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING

11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 23, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING MR. ROBERT H. BARNETT, JR. (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-045 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Mr. Robert H. Barnett, Jr., for his commitment, dedication and service on the Ethics Advisory Committee of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2017 FLORIDA MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM EXEMPLARY STAFF

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-046 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Florida Migrant Education Program 2017 Exemplary Staff.

 

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING TAWANA AKINS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-050 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Ms. Tawana Akins.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING STATE REPRESENTATIVEJEANETTE M. NU\u00d1EZ SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-049 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing State Representative Jeanette M. Nu\u00f1ez Speaker Pro Tempore.

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-048 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JUAN DEL BUSTO

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.18-048 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Juan Del Busto.

 

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • June 7, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • June 20, 2018 School Board Meeting
  • June 27, 2018 Special School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

School Grades/District Grades

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH SIX COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,232,914 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2018 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2019, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2018-2019 DISTRICT BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into contractual agreements with six community agencies to operate programs for children with disabilities in an amount not to exceed $5,232,914 effective August 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019, contingent upon approval of the 2018-2019 District Budget, as follows:

  • Association for Retarded Citizens of South Florida, Inc., dba The ARC of South Florida in an amount not to exceed $1,523,963;
  • Easter Seals South Florida, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,099,396;
  • Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $636,032;
  • University of Miami Debbie Institute, in an amount not exceed $1,128,073 (B-2 contract in an amount not to exceed $679,870 and PK-2nd grade contract in an amount not to exceed $448,203);
  • University of Miami, Linda Ray Intervention Center/ Department of Psychology, in an amount not to exceed $480,050;
  • United Cerebral Palsy Association of Miami, Inc., dba United Community Options, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $365,400 (B-2 contract in an amount not to exceed $268,944 and K-12 contract in an amount not to exceed $96,456); and

2. utilize an exception stated within School Board Policy 6320, based on the provision of educational and health related services to support students with significant disabilities.

The appropriations for this item will be included in the General Fund of the 2018-2019 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2018, contingent upon approval of the 2018-2019 District Budget.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1109 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from May 18, 2018 through June 21, 2018.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective July 26, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

 

D-22 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COLLABORATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND TEACH FOR AMERICA, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. enter into a contractual agreement between the School Board and Teach For America, Inc., for the 2018-2019 school year not to exceed $629,000, excluding teacher salaries and benefits;

2. extend the exception previously granted to Teach For America, Inc., for specific expertise in field, in accordance with School Board Policy 6320 and under the Board\u2019s authority to make further exceptions on a case-by-case basis;

3. renew this contractual agreement annually for up to two additional years, at a cost not to exceed:

  • a. $680,000 for the 2019-2020 school year;
  • b. $680,000 for the 2020-2021 school year.

 

D-23 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH STRONGE AND ASSOCIATES EDUCATIONAL CONSULTING, LLC

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contractual agreement between M-DCPS and Stronge & Associates Educational Consulting, LLC for resource materials and calibration assessments in an amount not to exceed $786,711 from the iHEAT Initiative grant.

 

D-24 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S REALIGNMENT, RESTRUCTURING, AND REORGANIZATION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the proposed realignment, reorganization and restructuring of select District offices effective July 26, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated.

 

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employee.

A) Gloria E. Garces: suspension without pay from her position as Custodian at Linda Lentin K-8 Center, for ten (10) calendar days, effective July 26, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti\u00adFraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

 

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT, SIX CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT
AMENDMENTS, AND ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve one new charter school contract with Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Sunset, to (a) approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term and, (b) change the school\u2019s name from Somerset Academy Sunset to Somerset Academy Kendall commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023.

B. Approve five charter school contract amendments with:

  • 1. New Alternative Education High School of Miami-Dade, Inc., d/b/a C.G. Bethel High School (MSID 7062), to approve (a) the merger of New Alternative Education High School of Miami-Dade, Inc., New Alternative Education High School of Broward County, Inc., and New Alternative Education High School of Palm Beach County, Inc., and, (b) the name change of the legal entity from New Alternative Education High School of Miami-Dade, Inc., to NorthStar Academies, Inc., d/b/a C.G. Bethel High School commencing July 26, 2018, and ending June 30, 2019;
  • 2. New Alternative Education High School of Miami-Dade, Inc., d/b/a Chambers High School (MSID 7065), to approve (a) the merger of New Alternative Education High School of Miami-Dade, Inc., New Alternative Education High School of Broward County, Inc., and New Alternative Education High School of Palm Beach County, Inc., and, (b) the name change of the legal entity from New Alternative Education High School of Miami-Dade, Inc., to NorthStar Academies, Inc., d/b/a Chambers High School commencing July 26, 2018, and ending June 30, 2019;
  • 3. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy (MSID 0520), to (a) for the satellite campus, modify the grade level
    configuration and enrollment to Kindergarten and First Grade only, with a maximum enrollment of 216 students, for
    the 2018-19 School Year (thereby increasing the overall maximum enrollment to 1,021 students) and Kindergarten to Second Grade with a maximum of 305 students only, during the 2019-20 school year (thereby increasing the overall maximum enrollment to 1,110 students); (b) close and cease operations of the satellite campus by June 30, 2020 and revert the enrollment back to the maximum capacity of 805 students; (c) for students enrolled and attending the Satellite campus, establish an additional administrative fee to be paid to the Sponsor in the same manner as the fee paid for the Main Campus; (d) require the School to execute and maintain documentation of the Satellite Campus Parent Acknowledgement Form; and (e) require the School to maintain documentation of student registration, student daily attendance, and class schedules for students housed at the satellite campus
  • 4. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy (Silver Palms) (MSID 0332), under Section 1002.331(2), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to increase the student enrollment by 735 students a maximum enrollment of 2,000
    students, commencing July 26, 2018, and ending June 30, 2032;
  • 5. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Preparatory Academy at Silver Palms (MSID 4012), to (a) relocate to a permanent facility located at 13355 S.W. 248th Street (Folio No. 30-6923-001-0090); 13390 S.W. 248th Street (Folio No. 30-6926-000-1180); 13395 S.W. 248th Street (Folio No. 30-6923-001-0100); and Physical Address TBD for Folio Nos. 30-6923-001-0020 and 30-6923-001-0082, and (b) change the school\u2019s name from Somerset Preparatory Academy at Silver Palms to Somerset Academy Silver Palms at ton commencing July 26, 2018 and ending June 30, 2030; and,
  • 6. The Charter School at Waterstone, Inc., d/b/a The Charter School at Waterstone (MSID 1010), to approve (a) the merger of The Charter School at Waterstone, Inc., and Advantage Academy of Miami, Inc., and, (b) the name change of the legal entity from The Charter School at Waterstone, Inc., to Advantage Academy of Miami, Inc., d/b/a The Charter School at Waterstone commencing July 26, 2018, and ending June 30, 2025.

C. Approve one charter school contract renewal with Miami Community Charter School, Inc., d/b/a Miami Community Charter School (MSID 0102), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing August 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023.

D. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

 

D-66 PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD RULE: INITIAL READING 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5500, Student Conduct and Discipline, and pages to the documents, Code of Student Conduct Elementary and Code of Student Conduct Secondary, which are incorporated by reference and made part of this policy.

 

D-67 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ACCEPT A DONATION, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $250,000.00 FROM THE MIAMI HEAT, TO CONTINUE OPERATING AN AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM ENTITLED THE HEAT ACADEMY AT PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER, JESSE J. MCCRARY, JR., AND RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS DURING THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept a donation, in an amount not to exceed $250,000.00, from The Miami HEAT to continue operating an after-school academic program, entitled, The HEAT Academy, at Paul Laurence Dunbar K-8 Center, Jesse J. McCrary, Jr., and Riverside Elementary Schools during the 2018-2019 school year.

 

D-68 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF DISTRICTS MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE ALLOCATION PLAN (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the M-DCPS Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan and the submittal to the Florida Department of Education.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending May 2018.

 

E-14 PARTNERSHIPS WITH MUNICIPALITIES TO SUPPORT SCHOOL SAFETY (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the allocation of $6M in available funding in FY 2018-19 per the method laid out in this item to municipalities and/or law enforcement agencies across Miami-Dade County who have signed or will sign a Memorandum of Understanding to provide officers to our schools and will provide assurances that funding will be used to meet State mandated requirements.

 

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 14 OF 128 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file Review of Audited Financial Statements for 11 of 128 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017.

 

E-88 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUDIT PLAN AND AU 260 COMMUNICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida Audit Plan and AU 260 Communication for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-111 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF CONTRACT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, THROUGH WLRN AND FRIENDS OF WLRN, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the contract between The School Board through WLRN and Friends of WLRN, Inc.

 

E-141 REPORT OF SCHOOL BOARD AUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the report of the May 2017 through May 2018 auctions of surplus/obsolete items and vehicles results.

 

E-142 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-005-MT \u2013 ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT FIRM SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-005-MT \u2013 ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT FIRM SERVICES, to permit rebidding.

 

E-143 REJECT INVITATION TO BID ITB NO. ITB-17-012-HR \u2013 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS, SERVICE CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-012-HR \u2013 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS, SERVICE CONTRACT, to permit rebidding.

 

E-144 AWARD INVITATION TO BID ITB NO. ITB-16-077-HR \u2013 SANITATION AND CLEANING SUPPLY PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-077-HR \u2013 SANITATION AND CLEANING SUPPLY PROGRAM, to provide a comprehensive sanitation and cleaning supply system including a staff training program, with an initial effective date of July 25, 2018 through July 24, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • PRIMARY
  • PORTION-PAC5 CHEMICAL CORPORATION
    400 NORTH ASHLAND AVENUE
    CHICAGO, ILLINOIS 60622
    OWNER/OFFICER: CHUCK AINSWORTH, DIRECTOR, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
  • ALTERNATE
  • SANITECH SYSTEMS, INC.
    4033 HOLDEN ROAD
    LAKELAND, FLORIDA, 33811
    OWNER/OFFICER: GREGORY GUICE, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $1,173,999 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $391,333, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR FIFTEEN PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept fifteen grant awards from:

  • a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs, in the approximate amount of $138,257,979, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, Part C, Education of Migratory Children, in the approximate amount of $1,245,376, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through August 31, 2019;
  • c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, Part D, Prevention and Intervention Programs, in the approximate amount of $428,326, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • d. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title II, Part A, Supporting Effective Instruction, in the approximate amount of $12,468,690, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • e. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners (ELLs), in the approximate amount of $8,137,720, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title III, 2018-2019 Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently-Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth (IY), in the approximate amount of $2,398,615, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • g. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, in the approximate amount of $76,851,212, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • h. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $1,260,451, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • i. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System \u2013 Associate Centers (FDLRS-AC), Part B, in the approximate amount of $1,746,887, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • j. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System Associate Centers (FDLRS-AC), Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $270,468, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  • k. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $12,772,159, for the grant period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019;
  • l. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Early Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $2,519,636, for the grant period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2019;
  • m. Florida Department of Children and Families for funding under the Skills for Academic, Vocational and English Studies (SAVES) Adult Refugee Program, in the approximate amount of $6,600,000, for the grant period of August 13, 2018, through August 12, 2021;
  • n. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Adults with Disabilities (AWD) Grant Program, in the approximate amount of $1,125,208, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019; and
  • o. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 2017-2020 Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design, and Implementation \u2013 Mater Academy Bay Middle School (formerly Mater Academy Cutler Bay Middle School), in the approximate amount of $289,999, for the grant period of May 19, 2017, through September 30, 2018.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;

  • a. City Year, in the approximate amount of $1,296,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
  • b. Cloud9World, in the approximate amount of $150,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
  • c. Big Brothers Big Sisters, in the approximate amount of $80,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
  • d. Embrace Girls, in the approximate amount of $75,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
  • e. Self-Enhancement, Inc. (Overtown Youth Center, Inc.), in the approximate amount of $250,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
  • f. Communities in School, in the approximate amount of $90,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
  • g. (DELETED)
  • h. Ellevation, in the approximate amount of $878,852, in support of the Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners (ELLs) and the Title III, 2018-2019 Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth grant programs;
  • i. Close Up, in the approximate amount of $559,000, in support of the Title III, 2018-2019 Enhanced Instructional Opportunities for Recently Arrived Immigrant Children and Youth;
  • j. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $134,446, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources Systems (FDLRS) Associate Centers grant program;
  • k. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $78,000, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources Systems (FDLRS) Associate Centers, Part B, Preschool grant program;
  • l. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $12,772,159, in support of the Head Start Program; and
  • m. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $2,519,636, in support of the Early Head Start Program.
  • n. Best Buddies, in the approximate amount of $69,500, in support of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG FLORIDA CITY 70 ACRES, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AND AMBAR KEY, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (COLLECTIVELY, THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF FLORIDA CITY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 172-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 350 N.E. 5 PLACE, CITY OF FLORIDA CITY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) by and among Florida City 70 Acres, LLC, a Florida limited liability Company, and Ambar Key, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (collectively, the \u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and City of Florida City, in connection with a new 172-unit residential development located at 350 N.E. 5 place, City of Florida City, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG MOUNTAIN COVE HOMES AT TBT, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 42-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT APPROXIMATELY 12400 S.W. 248 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) by and among Mountain Cove Homes at TBT, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (\u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 42-unit residential development located at approximately 12400 S.W. 248 Street, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County And Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3)grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG SFI PALM TREE FARMS LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, (\u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), LENNAR HOMES, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cDEVELOPER\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 283-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 11406 S.W. 248 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) by and among SFI Palm Tree Farms, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (\u201cApplicant\u201d), Lennar Homes , LLC, a Florida limited liability company (\u201cDeveloper\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 283-unit residential development located at 11406 S.W. 248 Street, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDED AND RESTATED MASTER JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY (\u201cFIU\u201d) SETTING FORTH THE GENERAL PARAMETERS UNDER WHICH JOINT USE OF SCHOOL BOARD AND FIU FACILITIES WOULD BE REVIEWED AND FACILITATED ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an Amended and Restated Master Joint Use Agreement with Florida International University (\u201cFIU\u201d), setting forth the general parameters under which joint use of School Board and FIU facilities would be reviewed and facilitated on an as needed basis, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above;

2) execute amendments to the Amended and Restated Master Joint Use Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the School Board in the Amended and Restated Master Joint Use Agreement; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Amended and Restated Master Joint Use Agreement, including renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Amended and Restated Master Joint Use Agreement, approving Site Specific Use Request Form(s) and placing FIU in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-5 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ACCEPT AN AMENDMENT TO THE DECLARATION OF RESTRICTIONS PROFFERED BY PASADENA AT THE CALIFORNIA CLUB, LLC, IN CONNECTION WITH ZONING AND LAND USE APPLICATIONS, PROVIDING FOR THE SET-ASIDE OF APPROXIMATELY SIX ACRES OF VACANT LAND AS A CONTRIBUTION IN-LIEU-OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to accept an amendment to the Declaration of Restrictions proffered by Pasadena at the California Club, LLC, in connection with zoning and land use applications, providing for the set-aside of approximately six acres of vacant land as a contribution in-lieu-of educational facilities impact fees, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

 

F-7 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT AND RELATED DOCUMENTS BY AND BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FOR COUNTY-OWNED LAND, LOCATED AT 945 S.W. 3 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130, IN ORDER TO AMPLIFY EDUCATIONAL CAPACITY IN THE BRICKELL AREA GENERALLY SOUTH OF THE MIAMI RIVER, AND TO FACILITATE DEVELOPMENT OF AFFORDABLE AND/OR WORKFORCE HOUSING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) finalize negotiations and execute:

  • a. a Ground Lease Agreement by and between the School Board and Miami-Dade County for County-owned land, located at 945 S.W. 3 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33130, to amplify educational capacity in the Brickell area generally south of the Miami River, and facilitate development of Affordable and/or Workforce Housing, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item, and
  • b. other related documents, including but not limited to a Project Work Letter and a Sublease Agreement.

2) execute amendments to the Ground Lease Agreement and Ancillary Agreements and take all other actions within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the School Board in the Ground Lease Agreement; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Ground Lease Agreement and Ancillary Agreements, including, canceling or terminating the Ground Lease Agreement and Ancillary Agreements, and placing the County in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-27 COMMISSION OF THE FOLLOWING FIRMS AS ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (SHELTERED MARKET FOR SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM:

  • GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, L.L.P.
  • M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC.
  • ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC.
  • SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C.
  • RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC.
  • JORGE A. GUTIERREZ ARCHITECT, L.L.C.
  • KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A.
  • SR ARCHITECTS, P.A.
  • DESIGN2FORM, L.L.C.
  • NYARKO ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC.
  • JSA GROUP, INC.
  • KEITH MARTIN ARCHITECT, INC.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission the following firms as Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultants (Sheltered Market for Small/Micro Business Enterprises) for Miscellaneous Projects with Construction Budgets up to $2 Million each, for a four-year term:

  • Gili-McGraw Architects, L.L.P
  • M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc.
  • Alleguez Architecture, Inc.
  • Silva Architects, L.L.C.
  • Rodriguez Architects, Inc.
  • Jorge A. Gutierrez Architect, L.L.C.
  • KVH Architects, P.A.
  • SR Architects, P.A.
  • Design2Form, L.L.C.
  • Nyarko Architectural Group, Inc.
  • JSA Group, Inc.
  • Keith Martin Architect, Inc.

1) With percentage fees, rates and multipliers as negotiated and set forth in the body of the agenda item; and

2) All other terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement.

 

F-41 AWARD TO E.L.C.I. CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED BUILDING ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS AT NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01509506

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to E.L.C.I. Construction Group, Inc., the General Obligation Bond funded building addition and renovations at Norland Middle School, located at 1235 N.W. 192 Terrace, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169; Project Number 01509506; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $3,173,456.26.

 

F-42 AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PARTIAL REPLACEMENT AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01516900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Thornton Construction Company, Inc. the General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement and renovations project at Miami Palmetto Senior High School, located at 7460 S.W. 118 Street, Pinecrest, Florida 33156; Project Number 01516900; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $39,344,821.46.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for six (6) new applications, for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment \u201dA\u201d of the agenda item.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-3 PENDING BID PROTESTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent, with the assistance of the School Board Attorney to recommend Board policy amendments to include language that when a Notice of Protest is filed, a copy will be forwarded to the Board by the Board Clerk; when there is no formal written protest filed, the Board will be notified as well. If a formal written protest is filed, the Board will be notified upon receipt; and the Board will also be informed of the final resolution of the formal written protest.

 

H-5 THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, directs the Superintendent to review Priority 2 of Pillar I of the 2015-2020 M-DCPS Vision 2020 Strategic Blueprint to support the District\u2019s continued effort to close the achievement gap.

 

H-6 DIGITAL DIVIDE ANALYSIS (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. review the accessibility of connectivity in low-income and high-poverty communities;

2. review the accessibility of computer devices to MDCPS students in low-income and high-poverty schools;

3. and explore the feasibility of identifying additional opportunities, resources and partnerships that can be offered to MDCPS students\u2019 families to bridge any digital divide and enhance their access to a device and to the internet when students are not in school; and

4. report the findings regarding this review, and, if feasible, develop a plan of action to increase the availability of computer devices and internet access for MDCPS students who attend schools with low-income and high poverty levels at the September 5, 2018 Board meeting

 

H-9 CYBER SECURITY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to review current practices, procedures, and realistic recommendations to enhance cyber security in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and report back to the Board by October 10, 2018.

 

H-10 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M‑DCPS) SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION FOR THE GOVERNOR\u2019S STERLING AWARD FOR PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) submitting an application for the Governor\u2019s Sterling Award for Performance Excellence, 2019 cycle, and report back to the Board by September 5, 2018.

 

H-11 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2018 INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE \u201cWALKSAFE\u201d PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM, DURING THE WEEK OF THE EVENT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2018 International \u201cWalk to School Day\u201d, and implement the \u201cWalkSafe\u201d pedestrian safety program curriculum during the week of the event.

 

H-12 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2018 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY FLYER FOR DISTRIBUTION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2018 Welcome Back to School Safety Flyer for distribution during the first week of school.

 

H-13 CHILDCARE BENEFITS FOR EMPLOYEES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, directs the Superintendent to:

1. explore the feasibility of implementing high quality childcare at Miami-Dade County Public Schools sites at a reduced cost for district personnel; and

2. report findings and suggestions to the Board by October 10, 2018.

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 27, 2018

SPECIAL BOARD MEETING   

5:00 P.M.

SBAB - Auditorium


PURPOSE: To amend the schedule of School Board meetings for 2018.\u00a0 This Special meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 An agenda will be available at 1:00 p.m., on June 25, 2018.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, by 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, June 27, 2018.\u00a0 For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center 305-995-1128.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

5:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING AGENDA ITEMS

School Board Administration Building, Auditorium

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

SP-1 AMEND SCHEDULE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS FOR 2018 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend the schedule of School Board meetings for 2018 to schedule an additional Regular Meeting of the Board to be held on July 18, 2018 at 10:00 a.m..

 

SP-2 DEVELOP LANGUAGE FOR A RESOLUTION SEEKING APPROVAL FROM THE VOTERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD TO LEVY AN AD\u00adVALOREM ASSESSMENT TO BE PLACED ON THE NOVEMBER 6, 2018 BALLOT AND PRESENT IT FOR THE BOARD'S CONSIDERATION AT ITS REGULAR MEETING OF JULY 18, 2018. (GOOD CAUSE)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent and School Board Attorney to develop language for a resolution seeking approval from the voters of Miami-Dade County for the School Board to levy an ad-valorem assessment to be placed on the November 6, 2018 ballot and present it for the Board's consideration at its regular meeting of July 18, 2018.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JULY 18, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING -
 9:00 A. M.

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 16, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

9:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-2 APPROVE RESOLUTION 18-047 CALLING FOR A REFERENDUM TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 6, 2018, SEEKING APPROVAL FROM THE VOTERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD TO LEVY AN AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT TO SUPPORT TEACHERS, INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL, AND SCHOOL SAFETY AND SECURITY, WITH OVERSIGHT BY A CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

1)approve Resolution 18-047, calling for a referendum to be held on November 6, 2018, for the purpose of seeking approval from the voters of Miami-Dade County for the School Board to levy an ad valorem assessment of 0.75 mills to support teachers, instructional personnel and school safety and security;

2)in accordance with Section 1011.73(2), F.S., direct the Miami-Dade County Commission to place the referendum on the November 6, 2018, general election ballot as authorized by Resolution 18-047;

3)authorize the Superintendent to use District resources to educate the community on the purpose and benefits of the proposed referendum; and

4) authorize the Superintendent to develop a framework for the establishment of a citizen oversight advisory committee for the purpose of monitoring the use of proceeds generated by the passage of the referendum proposed under Resolution 18-047, and present a recommendation to the Board by August 2018.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-14 AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2018-19

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to advertise a 2018-19 Total Millage Levy.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 20, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING -
 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JUNE 18, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations. The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-041 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING THE ENGINEERING AND ROBOTICS PROGRAM AT MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOR ITS ACCOMPLISHMENTS AT THE STUDENT RACING CHALLENGE OF THE NATIONAL STEM LEAGUE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-041 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Engineering and Robotics Program at
Miami Coral Park Senior High School for its accomplishments at the Student Racing Challenge of the National STEM League.

 

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-042 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING JEFFREY MITCHELL (REVISED REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 18-042 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Jeffrey Mitchell.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-039 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. HARVE A. MOGUL, PRESIDENT EMERITUS, UNITED WAY OF MIAMI-DADE

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No 18-039 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Harve A. Mogul, President Emeritus, United Way of Miami-Dade.

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. MARIA CECILIA CRUZ, PRINCIPAL OF WILLIAM LEHMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-043 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Maria Cecilia Cruz, Principal of William Lehman Elementary School.

 

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-040 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MARIA ELENA HERNANDEZ (REVISED REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-040 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Maria Elena Hernandez.

 

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

  • Perfect Attendance

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Norland Middle School Vocalist
  • William Lehman Elementary School Musical Theater Group

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • May 17, 24 and 31, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • May 16, 2018 Instructional Materials Public Hearing
  • May 16, 2018 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

  • National Lead2Feed Winners
  • 2018 State Assessment Results
  • 2018 Walking Spree Contest

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-1 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR K-12 SCIENCE AND 6-12 DEVELOPMENTAL LANGUAGE ARTS THROUGH ESOL FOR THE 2018-19 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and adopt recommended instructional materials for K-12 Science and 6-12 Developmental Language Arts through ESOL for the 2018-2019 school year.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20

1. REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL FROM APRIL 27, 2018 THROUGH MAY 17, 2018

2. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2018-2019

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve:

1. Personnel Action Listing 1108 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from April 27, 2018 through May 17, 2018.

2. Pursuant to Florida Statute 1012.22, the nominations of personnel for 2018-2019, subject to the provisions set forth in their respective collective bargaining agreements or other applicable agreements and in accordance with state statutes and policies of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective June 21, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

 

D-22 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF POLICIES 1120.01, MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL, AND 8420, EMERGENCY CLOSING OF SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking procedures in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 1120.01, Managerial Exempt Personnel, and 8420, Emergency Closing of Schools.

 

D-24 INITIAL READING: PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 1130.02, SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to promulgate new Policy 1130.02, Succession Management.

 

D-55

1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:

1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  • A)Rosa E. Coker: suspension without pay from her position as Head Start Educator 2 at South Pointe Elementary School, for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective August 16, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken In accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  • B)Aeriel E. Davis: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Highland Oaks Middle School, for fifteen (15) workdays, effective August 16, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • C)Vernie G. Gonzales: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at Scott Lake Elementary School, for ten (10)calendar days, effective June 21, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; non\u00adperformance and poor performance of job responsibilities; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • D)Terrance X. Hunt: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Miami Central Senior High School, for thirty (30)workdays, effective August 16, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • E)Charlie J. Massie: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective June 21, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • F)Marvin Pitts, Jr.: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at Phillis Wheatley Elementary School, for two (2) calendar days, effective June 21, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4380, Threatening Behavior Toward Staff Members. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  • A)Roy L. Elston: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as TV Master Control Supervisor at Media Programs, effective June 21, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken In accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06 and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • B)Frank G. James: suspension without pay from his position as School Bus Driver at North Transportation Center, for thirty (30)calendar days, effective August 20, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision ahd Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • C)Eliette Remonvil: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Part-Time Food Service Worker I at Maya Angelou Elementary School, effective June 21, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4161, Fitness for Duty; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.40, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).


D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF FIVE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, SIX NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS, TEN CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS, TWELVE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWALS AND TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONSOLIDATIONS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve five new charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board with:

  • 1. Lincoln-Marti Charter Schools, Inc., d/b/a Charter High School of the Americas (Florida City) (High Performing Replication of Charter High School of the Americas, MSID 7080);
  • 2. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Preparatory Academy K-8;
  • 3. Sports Leadership And Management, Inc., d/b/a Sports Leadership And Management Academy Charter High School (North Campus);
  • 4. True North Classical Academy, Inc., d/b/a True North Classical Academy East; and,
  • 5. True North Classical Academy, Inc., d/b/a True North Classical Academy Kendall K

B. Approve six new charter school contracts with:

  • 1. Beacon College Prep, Inc., d/b/a Beacon College Prep Middle School (MSID TBD), to (a) approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term and, (b) share the facility located at 13400 N.W. 28th
  • Avenue, Opa-Locka, Florida 33054 (Folio No. 08-2128-012-0010) with Beacon College Prep (MSID 4002) commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023;
  • 2. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a, BridgePrep Academy of North Miami-Beach, to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023;
  • 3. Phoenix Academies of Excellence, Inc., d/b/a Phoenix Academy of Excellence - North, to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2022, as the 2017-2018 school year was designated as a planning year;
  • 4. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., d/b/a Pinecrest Academy West, to (a) approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term and, (b) change the school\u2019s name from Pinecrest Academy West to Pinecrest North Preparatory (Fontainebleau Campus) commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2022, as the 2017-18 school year was designated as a planning year;
  • 5. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Palms Academy, to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2022, as the 2017-18 school year was designated as a planning year; and,
  • 6. True North Classical Academy, Inc., d/b/a True North Classical Academy South, to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023.

C. Approve ten (10) charter school contract amendments with:

  • 1. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep Academy of Greater Miami (MSID 2013), to (a) remove from the current contract the satellite campus located at 18801 N.E. 22nd
  • Avenue, Miami, Florida 33180 (Folio No. 30-2003-000-0170), and (b) discontinue payment of additional administrative fees for the satellite campus commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2020;
  • 2. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep Academy of Village Green (MSID 3034), to remove from the current contract the campus located at 12001 S.W. 72nd
  • Street, Miami, Florida 33183 (Folio No. 30-4925-000-0850), commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2021;
  • 3. Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral Academy Charter Middle School (MSID 6030), to add a permanent facility located at 2525 N.W. 112th
  • Avenue, Doral, Florida 33172 (Folio No. 35-3030-042-0020), commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2028;
  • 4. Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral Performing Arts and Entertainment Academy (MSID 7009), to add a permanent facility located at 2525 N.W. 112th Avenue, Doral, Florida 33172 (Folio No. 35-3030-042-0020), commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2030;
  • 5. Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral Academy of Technology (MSID 3029), under Section 1002.331(2), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to (a) to modify the contract to reflect a 15-year term, and (b) add the permanent facilities located at 11100 N.W. 27th
  • Street, Miami, Florida 33172 (Folio No. 35-3030-005-0010); and 2525 N.W. 112th
  • Avenue, Doral, Florida 33172 (Folio No. 35-3030-042-0020), commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2025;
  • 6. International Studies Charter High School, Inc., d/b/a International Studies Virtual Academy (MSID 6017), to extend the charter contract for one year, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending on June 30, 2019;
  • 7. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a iMater Preparatory Academy Charter High School (MSID 7090), to increase the student enrollment by 450 students to a maximum enrollment of 1,300 students, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2022;
  • 8. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Virtual Academy Charter Middle High School (MSID 6997), to (a) relocate the administrative office to Sports Leadership And Management (SLAM) Charter Middle School located at 601 N.W. 12th
  • Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136 (Folio No. 01-4102-005-0190), and (b) extend the charter contract for one year, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2019;
  • 9. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Charter High School (South Homestead) (MSID 7034), to increase the student enrollment as follows: (a) by 75 students, from 450 students to a maximum of 525 students for the 2018-2019 school year; and (b) by 125 students, from 450 students to a maximum of 575 students for the 2019-2020 school year; and
  • 10. Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School, Inc., d/b/a The Theodore R. and Thelma A. Gibson Charter School (MSID 2060), to modify the grade level configuration from Kindergarten through grade eight to Kindergarten through grade six, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2022.

D. Approve twelve (12) charter school contract renewals with:

  • 1. The City of Aventura, Florida, on behalf of Aventura Charter School of Excellence (MSID 0950), under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2033;
  • 2. Integrated Science And Asian Culture, Inc., d/b/a Integrated Science and Asian Culture (ISAAC) Academy (MSID 2004), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023;
  • 3. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a iMater Academy Charter Middle School (MSID 6014), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023;
  • 4. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy (MSID 0100), under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2033;
  • 5. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy of International Studies (MSID 1017), to (a) renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, and (b) increase student enrollment by 87 students, from 553 students to a maximum capacity of 640 students, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023;
  • 6. Miami Children\u2019s Museum Charter School, Inc., d/b/a Miami Children\u2019s Museum Charter School (MSID 4000), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023;
  • 7. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., d/b/a Pinecrest Preparatory Academy Charter High School (MSID 7053), under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2033;
  • 8. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Charter Middle School (South Homestead) (MSID 6013), to (a) renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, and (b) decrease student enrollment by 150 students, from 900 students to a maximum capacity of 750 students, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023;
  • 9. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Charter Middle School (South Miami Campus) (MSID 6053), under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2033;
  • 10. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Arts Academy (MSID 2012), to (a) renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, and (b) modify the grade level configuration from Kindergarten through grade six to Kindergarten through grade five, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023;
  • 11. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Elementary School (South Miami Campus) (MSID 2007), under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2033; and,
  • 12. Sports Leadership and Management, Inc., d/b/a Sports Leadership and Management (SLAM) Charter Middle School (MSID 6015), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023.

E. Approve two consolidations:

  • 1. Mater Academy Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy Middle School of International Studies (MSID 6047), under Section 1002.33(7)(b)(2)(c), High-Performing Charter Schools, to (a) renew the charter school contract for a 15-year term, (b) consolidate the charter with Mater Academy High School of International Studies (MSID 7024) into one charter serving a maximum enrollment of 300 students in grades six through nine; and (c) change the School\u2019s name to Mater International Preparatory, commencing July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2033; and,
  • 2. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Charter High School (South Campus) (MSID 7038), under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to (a) renew the charter contract for a 15-year term, (b) consolidate the charter with Somerset Academy Charter High School (MSID 7042) into one charter serving a maximum enrollment of 1,440 students in grades nine through twelve, (c) relocate to a permanent facility located at 12425 S.W. 248th Street (Folio No. 30-6924-000-1620); 12465 S.W. 248th Street (Folio No. 30-6924-000-1621); 12601 S.W. 248 Street (Folio No. 30-6924-000-1250); and Folio No. 30-6924-000-1410 (Physical Address TBD), and (d) change the School\u2019s name to Somerset Academy Charter High School commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2033.

F. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

 

D-66 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended School Board Policy 5120, Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee and the document, Attendance Zone Recommendations and Related Administrative Actions 2018-2019, which is incorporated by reference and is part of this policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective July 1, 2018.

 

D-67 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-17 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2017-2018 school year, the 2018 summer session, and the 2018-2019 school year.

2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-34 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2017-2018 school year, the 2018 summer session, and the 2018-2019 school year.

3. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-43 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2017-2018 school year, the 2018 summer session, and the 2018-2019 school year.

4. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-49 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2017-2018 school year, the 2018 summer session, and the 2018-2019 school year.

5. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-68 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2017-2018 school year, the 2018 summer session, and the 2018-2019 school year.

6. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion.

 

D-68 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 8510, WELLNESS POLICY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 8510, Wellness Policy.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending April 2018.

 

E-3 ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to remove from the accounting records the outstanding accounts receivable balances totaling $37,092 owed by 20 former employees.

 

E-14 AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2018 UNTIL THE FY 2018-19 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the FY 2017-18 budget, as amended, to be used as a continuation budget for FY 2018-19, effective July 1, 2018 until such time as the FY 2018-19 tentative budget becomes official.

 

E-35 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 18-037 AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $335 MILLION TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 18-037 authorizing and providing for issuance of up to $335 million of Tax Anticipation Notes, Series 2018.

 

E-66 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION INSURANCE, GENERAL/ AUTOMOBILE/ PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE, CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE, MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE, AND STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize renewal terms of the Catastrophic Athletic Accident insurance with Zurich American Insurance Company, (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc for a one- year period effective August 1, 2018 through July 31 2019, with a policy annual aggregate limit of $6 million dollars and a $25,000 deductible for a total premium of $69,019;

2. authorize the renewal of the Law Enforcement Professional Liability Insurance coverage with Indian Harbor Insurance Company (A.M. Best A XV), through AJG effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, with an annual premium of $233,822, with a $5 million each wrongful act/annual aggregate and an additional $1 Million in defense costs outside of the policy limit and a self-insured retention of $200,000;

3. authorize renewal of the District\u2019s Excess Workers\u2019 Compensation Insurance coverage with Safety National Casualty Corporation (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one-year term, effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, at a rate of $.0745 per $100 of annual payroll with a deposit premium of $1,325,762 subject to a per claim, self-insured retention of $1,500,000;

4. authorize the fifth year renewal of the five-year one-year terms of its General/Automobile/Professional Liability/Errors and Omissions coverage with United Educators Risk Retention Group (United Educators) (A.M. Best A IX) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc (AJG) subject to annual re-rate and cancellation provisions with the fifth year\u2019s premium totaling $306,776 effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, subject to a self-insured retention for the General/Automobile coverage, commensurate with the current levels of limited Sovereign Immunity of $200,000 per claim/$300,000 per accident and a flat, per wrongful act self- insurance retention of $200,000 for Professional Liability claims;

5. authorize renewal of the Boiler and Machinery coverage with Hartford Steam Boiler Insurance and Inspection Company (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc effective September 13, 2018 through September 12, 2019, with policy limits of $100 million per loss at a rate of .00167 per $100 total insured values, subject to a base of $9.71 billion with the annual premium for 2018-2019 being $162,299;

6. authorize the renewal of the Cyber Liability coverage with Brit-Lloyd\u2019s (A.M. Best A, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc for a one year period effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, for a total premium of $139,000 with coverage limits of $10 million per claim/annual aggregate subject to a $250,000 self-insured retention;

7. authorize the purchase of Media Liability coverage with Atlantic Specialty Insurance (A.M. Best A, X) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with coverage limits of $1 million per claim and $5 million annual aggregate subject to a self-insured retention of $10,000 with an annual premium of $6,535 for a one-year period effective July 1, 2018 thru June 30, 2019; and

8. authorize the renewal of Student Professional Liability insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., from Medical Protective Company (A.M. Best A++, XV) with coverage limits of $1 million per occurrence/$6 million aggregate, with a $0 deductible, with total premiums for such coverage of $41,947 with the ability to add students during the year.

 

E-67 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMMENDMENT TO BOARD POLICY 6144.01 SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT INVESTMENT PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt amended School Board Policy 6144.01, Supplemental Retirement Investment Programs and authorize the Superintendent to file the rule with the School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida, to be effective June 20, 2018.

 

E-117 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO AND MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS AND APPROVE THE OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES MANUAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida;

1. Adopt the proposed amendments to School Board Policy 6320.02, Small/Micro and Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective June 20, 2018;

2. Approve the revised Office of Economic Opportunity Administrative Procedures Manual; and

3. Authorize the Superintendent to update the Office of Economic Opportunity Administrative Procedures Manual, as needed in accordance with Board policies and with input from stakeholders.

 

E-141 REJECT INVITATION TO BID ITB NO. ITB-17-008-HR \u2013 ARMORED CAR SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-008-HR \u2013 ARMORED CAR SERVICES, to permit rebidding.

 

E-142 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-066-CH \u2013 SPORTS MEDICINE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-066-CH \u2013 SPORTS MEDICINE PROGRAM, to permit rebidding.

 

E-143 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-17-021-CH \u2013 LEGAL SERVICES (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.AWARD Request for Proposal No. RFP-17-021-CH \u2013 Legal Services is to obtain licensed attorneys and/or law firms to provide assistance in Construction, Real Estate, General Liability, and Workers\u2019 Compensation areas, with an initial effective date of July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

General Liability (Professional, Personal, and Automobile Injury Liability):

The hourly rates in this category are not to exceed $140 for partners, $125 for associates, $75 for paralegals, $180 for complex general liability litigation for partners, and $250 for complex commercial litigation for partners. The Board Attorney's Office may negotiate lower rates with the approved firms, in order to obtain the best rate available.

ANGONES, MCCLURE AND GARCIA, P.A.
44 W FLAGLER STREET, 8TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130
OWNER/OFFICER: LEOPOLDO GARCIA, JR., MANAGING PARTNER

THE CHARTWELL LAW OFFICES, LLP
100 SE 2ND STREET, SUITE 2150
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: DEREK H. LLOYD, PARTNER

COLE, SCOTT & KISSANE, P.A.
9150 S DADELAND BLVD, SUITE 1400
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156
OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD P. COLE, MANAGING PARTNER

EDUARDO E. NERET, P.A. MWBE
2100 CORAL WAY, PENTHOUSE 706
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33145
OWNER/OFFICER: EDUARDO E. NERET, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

GRAY ROBINSON, P.A.
301 E PINE STREET, SUITE 1400
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32801
OWNER/OFFICER: MARYANNE DOWNS, PRESIDENT

HAMILTON & MILLER, P.A.
150 SE 2ND AVENUE, SUITE 1200
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: JERRY D. HAMILTON, MANAGING PARTNER

KELLEY KRONENBERG
8201 PETERS ROAD, SUITE 4000
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33324
OWNER/OFFICER: KAREN M. GILMARTIN, PRINCIPAL PARTNER

LYDECKER, LEE, BERGA & DE ZAYAS, LLC
1221 BRICKELL AVENUE, 19TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD J. LYDECKER, MANAGER

QUINTAIROS, PRIETO, WOOD & BOYER, P.A.
9300 S DADELAND BLVD., 4TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156
OWNER/OFFICER: GEORGE F. QUINTAIROS, PARTNER

WASSERMAN & THOMAS, P.A. MBE/MWBE
15150 NW 79TH COURT, SUITE 195
MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33016
OWNER/OFFICER: DAMIAN E. THOMAS, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN

Worker's Compensation

The hourly rates in this category are not to exceed $125 fo partners, $75 for paralegals, and $150 for complex Worker's Compensation cases. The Board Attorney's Office may negotiate lower rates with the approved firms, in order to obtain the best rate available.

ANGONES, MCCLURE AND GARCIA, P.A.
44 W FLAGLER STREET, 8TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33130
OWNER/OFFICER: LEOPOLDO GARCIA, JR., MANAGING PARTNER

COLE, SCOTT & KISSANE, P.A.
9150 S DADELAND BLVD, SUITE 1400
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156
OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD P. COLE, MANAGING PARTNER

EDUARDO E. NERET, P.A. MWBE
2100 CORAL WAY, PENTHOUSE 706
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33145
OWNER/OFFICER: EDUARDO E. NERET, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

FRANCISCO BLANCO, P.L.
2655 S LEJEUNE ROAD, SUITE 300
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134
OWNER/OFFIER: ALEXANDER BLANCO, MANAGER

GASTON R. ALVAREZ, P.A MBE/MWBE
2655 S LEJEUNE ROAD, PENTHOUSE 1-C
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134
OWNER/OFFICER: GASTON R. ALVAREZ. PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

GRAY ROBINSON, P.A.
301 E PINE STREET, SUITE 1400
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32801
OWNER/OFFICER: MARYANNE DOWNS, PRESIDENT

ISABEL S. MARTINEZ, PL SBE/MWBE
2655 LE JEUNE ROAD, SUITE 809
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134
OWNER/OFFICER: ISABEL S. MARTINEZ, MANAGER
HISPANIC AMERICAN

JONES, HURLEY & HAND, P.A.
1040 WOODCOCK ROAD, SUITE 100
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32803
OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT C. HAND, PRESIDENT

KELLEY KRONENBERG
8201 PETERS ROAD, SUITE 4000
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33324
OWNER/OFFICER: KAREN M. GILMARTIN, PRINCIPAL PARTNER

LAW OFFICE OF MICHAEL J. RING, LLC
440 EAST SAMPLE ROAD, SUITE 103
POMPANO BEACH, FLORIDA 33064
OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL J. RING, MANAGER

LAW OFFICES OF IVETTE LINARES-MORENO, P.A.
2030 SOUTH DOUGLAS ROAD, SUITE 210
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134
OWNER/OFFICER: IVETTE E. LINARES-MORENO, PRESIDENT

MARTINEZ ROMAN GOEHL, P.A. SBE/MWBE
8005 NW 155TH STREET, SUITE A
MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33016
HISPANIC AMERICAN

MKRS LAW, P.L.
201 ALHAMBRA CIRCLE SUITE 802
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134
OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT J. RODRIGUEZ, PRESIDENT

QUINTAIROS, PRIETO, WOOD & BOYER, P.A.
9300 S DADELAND BLVD., 4TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156
OWNER/OFFICER: GEORGE F. QUINTAIROS, PARTNER

Construction (Litigation, Claims, General):

The hourly rates in this category are not to exceed $295 for partners and $75 for paralegals. The Board Attorney's Office may negotiate lower rates with the approved firms, in order to obtain the best rate available.

THE BARTHET FIRM, P.A.
SOUTHEAST FINANCIAL CENTER
200 S BISCAYNE BLVD., SUITE 1800
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: ALEXANDER E. BARTHET, PRESIDEN

COLE, SCOTT & KISSANE, P.A.
9150 S DADELAND BLVD, SUITE 1400
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156
OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD P. COLE, MANAGING PARTNER

KELLEY KRONENBERG
8201 PETERS ROAD, SUITE 4000
FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33324
OWNER/OFFICER: KAREN M. GILMARTIN, PRINCIPAL PARTNER

LYDECKER, LEE, BERGA & DE ZAYAS, LLC
1221 BRICKELL AVENUE, 19TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD J. LYDECKER, MANAGER

GRAY ROBINSON, P.A.
301 E PINE STREET, SUITE 1400
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32801
OWNER/OFFICER: MARYANNE DOWNS, PRESIDENT

HAMILTON & MILLER, P.A.
150 SE 2ND AVENUE, SUITE 1200
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
OWNER/OFFICER: JERRY D. HAMILTON, MANAGING PARTNER

QUINTAIROS, PRIETO, WOOD & BOYER, P.A.
9300 S DADELAND BLVD., 4TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156
OWNER/OFFICER: GEORGE F. QUINTAIROS, PARTNER

SOTO LAW GROUP, P.A.
2400 EAST COMMERCIAL BLVD, SUITE 400
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33308
OWNER/OFFICER: OSCAR E. SOTO, PRESIDENT

TAYLOR ESPINO VEGA & TOURON, P.A.. SBE/MWBE
201 ALHAMBRA CIRCLE, SUITE 801
CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134
HISPANIC AMERICAN

Real Estate Planning (Land Use, Eminent Domain):

The hourly rates in this category are not to exceed $395 for partners and $75 for paralegals. The Board Attorney's Office may negotiate lower rates with the approved firms, in order to obtain the best rate available.

GRAY ROBINSON, P.A.
301 E PINE STREET, SUITE 1400
ORLANDO, FLORIDA 32801
OWNER/OFFICER: MARYANNE DOWNS, PRESIDENT

KELLEY KRONENBERG
8201 PETERS ROAD, SUITE 4000
FT. LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA 33324
OWNER/OFFICER: KAREN M. GILMARTIN, PRINCIPAL PARTNER

QUINTAIROS, PRIETO, WOOD & BOYER, P.A.
9300 S DADELAND BLVD., 4TH FLOOR
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33156
OWNER/OFFICER: GEORGE F. QUINTAIROS, PARTNER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract up to the total estimated amount with the above selected law firms at hourly rates that are not to exceed $140 for partners,$125 for associates, $75 for paralegals, $180 for complex litigation for partners, and $250 for complex commercial litigation for partners in General Liability; $125 for partners and $75 for paralegals, and $150 for complex cases in Workers' Compensation; $295 for partners and $75 for paralegals in Construction; $395 for partners and $75 for paralegals in Real Estate.

 

E-146 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-17-004-CH \u2013 TESTING PLATFORM SERVICES (REVISED)

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-004-CH \u2013 TESTING PLATFORM SERVICES, for a web-based assessment item bank and test platform, with an initial effective date of July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY:

PERFORMANCE MATTERS LLC
7730 SOUTH UNION PARK AVE, STE 500
SANDY, UTAH 84047
OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN BLAHA, CEO

SUB-CONTRACTOR:

IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE LLC MBE/MWBE
18149 NE 19th AVE
NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33162
OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN A. FARRELL, MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

Year 1 @ $1,766,785.00
Years 2 & 3 @ $1,549,185.00
Key Data Systems Content @$1.37 per student

ALTERNATE:

ILLUMINATE EDUCATION INC.
6531 IRVINE CENTER DR #100
IRVINE, CALIFORNIA 92618
OWNER/OFFICER: MAX CARNECCHIA, CEO

Year 1 @ $1,743,562.00
Years 2 & 3 @ $1,648,562.00
Key Data Systems Content@ $1.35 per student

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract up to the total estimated amount of $6,700,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $2,150,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

Because of a pending bid protest on the Testing Platform Services product, a finalized contract will not be entered into on said product until such time as the bid protest is resolved. If the protest is not resolved the award with the recommended vendors on this Testing Platform Services product will be stayed until the conclusion of the protest.

 

E-147 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ITB-17-016-CV \u2013 DISASTER DEBRIS REMOVAL MONITORING AND RECOVERY SERVICES (REVISED)

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-016-CV \u2013 DISASTER DEBRIS REMOVAL MONITORING AND RECOVERY SERVICES, to support the oversight and management of debris removal and provide disaster response and recovery services, with an initial effective date of June 20, 2018 through June 19, 2020, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • PRIMARY:
  • ALPHA1 STAFFING/SEARCH FIRM LLC     M/WBE
    3350 SW 148TH AVE., SUITE110
    MIRAMAR, FLORIDA 33027
    OWNER/OFFICER: GARRIE J. HARRIS, PRESIDENT
    AFRICAN-AMERICAN
  • Project Manager@ $80 per hour
    Operations Manager @ $60 per hour
    Field Supervisor @ $50 per hour
    Debris Site/Tower Monitor@ $40 per hour
    Load/ Site Tower Monitor@ $40 per hour
    Field Coordinator (Crew Monitor) @ $50 per hour Load Ticket Data Entry Clerks @ $27 per hour
    Billing/Invoice Analysts @ $46 per hour Environmental Specialists @ $60 per hour
    GIS Analyst@ $59 per hour
    Administrative Assistant @ $26 per hour
  • ALTERNATE:
  • DISASTER PROGRAM & OPERATIONS, INC.
    10033 SAWGRASS DRIVE W, SUITE 121
    PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLORIDA 32082
    OWNER/OFFICER: GABRIELLE BENIGNI, PRESIDENT
  • Project Manager@ $86 per hour
    Operations Manager@ $76 per hour
    Field Supervisor@ $55 per hour
    Debris Site/Tower Monitor@ $43 per hour
    Load/ Site Tower Monitor@ $40 per hour
    Field Coordinator (Crew Monitor) @ $49 per hour
    Load Ticket Data Entry Clerks @ $25 per hour
    Billing/Invoice Analysts@ $40 per hour
    Environmental Specialists @ $60 per hour
    GIS Analyst @ $60 per hour
    Administrative Assistant@ $25 per hour

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase oversight and management of debris removal and provide disaster response and recovery services, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-148 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS ITB-17-015-CV \u2013 EMERGENCY DEBRIS AND HAZARDOUS TREE REMOVAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-015-CV \u2013 EMERGENCY DEBRIS AND HAZARDOUS TREE REMOVAL, to provide emergency debris and hazardous tree removal services, with an initial effective date of June 20, 2018 through June 19, 2020, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • A. ABLE BUSINESS SERVICES, INC. SBE/MWBE
    1234 NW 79TH STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33147
    OWNER/OFFICER: WILLIAM L. BERRY, PRESIDENT
    AFRICAN AMERICAN
  • B. ATLANTIC TREE CARE, LLC
    22975 SW 182 AVENUE
    MIAMI, FL 33170
    OWNER/OFFICER: RODGER CROUSE, AUTHORIZED MEMBER
  • C. CUSTOM TREE CARE, INC.
    3722 SW SPRING CREEK LANE
    TOPEKA, KS 66610
    OWNER/OFFICER: GREG GATHERS, PRESIDENT
  • D. FLORIDA COAST SERVICES, INC.
    6664 SWEET MAPLE LANE
    BOCA RATON, FL 33433
    OWNER/OFFICER: DONNA M. MULGREW, VICE PRESIDENT
  • E. G 7 HOLDINGS, INC. SBE/MWBE
    8600 NW 36TH AVENUE, SUITE 200
    MIAMI, FL 33147
    OWNER/OFFICER: GREGORY R. DAVIS, DIRECTOR
    HISPANIC AMERICAN
  • F. LAWN MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES, CORP.
    12900 SW 122ND AVENUE
    MIAMI, FL 33186
    OWNER/OFFICER: JORGE L. PRIETO, PRESIDENT
  • G. NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION & ENVIRONMENTAL MBE/MWBE
    FORENSICS, LLC
    396 NW 1TH 59 STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33169
    OWNER/OFFICER: SYLVIO DESTINVAL, MANAGER
    AFRICAN AMERICAN
  • H. SFM SERVICES, INC.
    9700 NW 79TH AVE.
    HIALEAH GARDENS, FL 33016
    OWNER/OFFICER: CHRISTIAN H. INFANTE, PRESIDENT
  • I. SUPERIOR LANDSCAPING & LAWN SERVICE INC.
    2200 NW 23RD AVE
    MIAMI, FL 33142
    OWNER/OFFICER: ORLANDO OTERO, PRESIDENT
  • J. T.F.R. ENTERPRISES, INC.
    601 LEANDER DR
    LEANDER, TX 78641
    OWNER/OFFICER: TIPTON F. ROWLAND, PRESIDENT

 

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide emergency debris and hazardous tree removal services, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2018-2023 EDUCATIONAL PLANT SURVEY (\u201cSURVEY\u201d)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the 2018-2023 Educational Plant Survey (\u201cSurvey\u201d);

2. authorize the Superintendent to submit the Survey to the Florida Department of Education, as required by Section 1013.31 Florida Statutes; and

3. authorize the Superintendent to process all future Survey modifications and/or updates, as may be required.

 

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SALE OF AN APPROXIMATE 18.4-ACRE UNIMPROVED BOARD-OWNED PARCEL, LOCATED AT S.W. 132 AVENUE AND S.W. 272 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA (\u201cPARCEL\u201d), TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d) FOR PRESERVATION PURPOSES PURSUANT TO THE COUNTY\u2019S ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS (\u201cE.E.L\u201d) PROGRAM, AT A SALE PRICE OF $2,050,000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the sale of an approximate 18.4-acre unimproved Board-owned parcel, located at S.W. 132 Avenue and S.W. 272 Street, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida (\u201cParcel\u201d), to Miami-Dade County (\u201cCounty\u201d) for preservation purposes pursuant to the County\u2019s Environmentally Endangered Lands (\u201cE.E.L.\u201d) Program, at a sale price of $2,050,000;

2. adopt Resolution No. 18-010, designating the Parcel unnecessary for educational purposes, and approving its conveyance to Miami-Dade County for preservation purposes, which Resolution shall be automatically rescinded in the event negotiations for sale of the Parcel are not finalized, or any of the pre-conditions to Closing are not met; and

3. authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute a Purchase And Sale Agreement and any other document(s) required to effectuate the sale of the Parcel.

 

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A SUBLEASE AGREEMENT (\u201cSUBLEASE\u201d) WITH THE FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY BOARD OF TRUSTEES (\u201cFIU\u201d), TO ALLOW THE SCHOOL BOARD TO CONSTRUCT A NEW EDUCATIONAL FACILITY ON THE FIU BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 3000 N.E. 151 STREET, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD\u2019S MAST @ FIU EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM AT THE BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1) a Sublease Agreement (\u201cSublease\u201d) with the Florida International University Board of Trustees (\u201cFIU\u201d), to allow the School Board to construct a new educational facility on the FIU Biscayne Bay Campus, located at 3000 N.E. 151 Street, North Miami, Florida, for the continued operation of the School Board\u2019s MAST @ FIU educational program at the Biscayne Bay Campus, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2) any other documents or agreements that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Sublease Agreement; and

3) any amendments to the Sublease within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the School Board in the Sublease, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Sublease, including those related to construction of the educational facility, and for renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Sublease, and placing FIU in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-5 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC. (\u201cMDFEI\u201d), TO AUTHORIZE THE INSTALLATION OF THREE ADDITIONAL PORTABLE CLASSROOMS FOR THE OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL AT 1080 LA BARON DRIVE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and The Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation (\u201cMDFEI\u201d), to authorize installation of three additional portable classrooms for the operation of a District-managed Charter School at 1080 La Baron Drive, Miami Springs, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2) execute amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including cancelling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing MDFEI in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH INFINITY ESPANOLA HOTEL VENTURES, LLC (\u201cINFINITY\u201d), TO INCLUDE INDEMNIFICATION AND MAINTENANCE PROVISIONS IN CONNECTION WITH IMPROVEMENTS TO BE CONSTRUCTED BY INFINITY ONA PORTION OF THE FIENBERG FISHER K-8 CENTER CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 1420 WASHINGTON AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, 33139

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute:

1 ) a License Agreement with Infinity Espanola Hotel Ventures, LLC (\u201cInfinity\u201d), to include indemnification and maintenance provisions in connection withimprovements to be constructed by Infinity on a portion of the Fienberg Fisher K-8 Center Campus, located at 1420 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida, 33139,under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2 ) any other documents or agreements that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Access Agreement or License Agreement; and

3 ) any amendments to the License Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the School Board in the License Agreement, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the License Agreement, including canceling or terminating the License Agreement, and placing Infinity in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-26 COMMISSION OF SR ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT EVERGLADES K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 8375 S.W. 16 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33155, PROJECT NUMBER 01424800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission SR Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Everglades K-8 Center, located at 8375 S.W. 16 Street, Miami, Florida 33155, Project Number 01424800, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $19,800 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSION OF GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, L.L.P., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), SHELTERED MARKET SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT CORAL WAY K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1950 S.W. 13 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33145, PROJECT NUMBER 01528300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Gili-McGraw Architects, L.L.P., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E) Sheltered Market Small Business Enterprise, for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Coral Way K-8 Center, located at 1950 S.W. 13 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33145, Project Number 01528300, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $177,325 for Part 2 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT EVERGLADES K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 01424800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Link Construction Group, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations project at Everglades K-8 Center, located at 8375 S.W. 16 Street, Miami, Florida 33155, Project Number 0142800, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $26,000 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2) Project scope, support fee of $4,500 during programming; and

3) all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01649000, New Secondary Facility in Northeast Miami- Dade, Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School, for an additional cost of $83,707.77.

 

F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO OHL BUILDING, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; LOCATED AT 8855 S.W. 50 TERRACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165; PROJECT NUMBER 01425600

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to OHL Building, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Southwest Miami Senior High School, located at 8855 S.W. 50 Terrace, Miami, Florida 33165; Project Number 01425600, in the amount of $11,190,110.00, which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $552,236.00.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: approve six (6) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6840, AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendment to Board Policy 6840, Audit and Budget Advisory Committee, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective June 20, 2018.

G-2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. KIA PARKER, DOAH Case No.17-5797

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA v. KIA PARKER, DOAH Case No. 17-5797, suspending Respondent for five (5) workdays without pay.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-1 CONCERNS REGARDING CHILDREN BEING DETAINED AT THE HOMESTEAD TEMPORARY SHELTER FOR UNACCOMPANIED CHILDREN (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

1. Support the Miami-Dade County Congressional Delegation in their efforts to provide for the wellbeing of children detained at the Homestead Temporary Shelter For Unaccompanied Children; and

2. Support the Superintendent in his efforts to ensure that these children receive educational services that they are entitled to under the Florida Constitution.

 

H-3 EDUCATIONAL SERVICES FOR IMMIGRANT STUDENTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. review the School Board Policies, including but not limited to 5112---Entrance Requirements, 2260---Nondiscrimination and Access to Equal Educational Opportunity, and 2226---Bilingual Education/Foreign Languages, as they relate to the enrollment practices as well as educational and related services provided to immigrant students in M-DCPS;

2. work with the School Board Attorney\u2019s Office to review, discuss, and clarify relevant Board Policy, state statute, consent decrees, and federal law relating to enrollment and the provision of educational services to immigrant students in M-DCPS;

3. codify guidelines and procedures for the enrollment and provision of educational services for newly arrived immigrant students in M-DCPS;

4. meet with school principals, counselors, region and district staff, and the Diversity, Equity, and Access Committee (DEEAC) staff to review, discuss, and clarify guidelines for the enrollment and provision of educational and related services provided to immigrant students in M-DCPS;

5. develop a plan and process to assess and evaluate programs designed to support and provide educational and related services to newly arrived immigrant students in M-DCPS and provide an annual report to the Board on educational impact, outcomes, and opportunities for improvement;

6. make policy recommendations and/or amendments, as appropriate; and

7. provide update to the Board on the above mentioned no later than the School Board Meeting of September 5, 2018.

 

H-4 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO REVIEW THE POSSIBLE IMPLEMENTATION OF METAL DETECTORS AND THE APPLICATION OF LIMITED SCHOOL ENTRY POINTS AS POTENTIAL SECURITY ENHANCEMENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS)(REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. seek the assistance of the School Board Attorney to define any legal issues related to the implementation of metal detectors in schools;

2.review the random metal detector program being implemented in M-DCPS;

3.establish a Task Force comprised of students, teachers, principals, assistant principals, school police, representatives from the labor unions and employee organizations, the PTA/PTSA, members of the districtwide safety and security committee, and interested community members to review the concept of installing metal detectors in schools, including timelines, staffing, potential sources of funding, estimated costs and the feasibility of implementing limited entry points at schools;

4.provide the recommendations from the Superintendent, the School Board Attorney, and the Task Force to the School Board by October 10, 2018; and

5.amend, if deemed appropriate, the Board's legislative priorities, at both the State and Federal levels, to include a request for 1 funding metal detectors in school buildings as a safety and security measure.

 

H-5 CENSUS 2020 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend its Federal Legislative Program to support:

1)increased federal funding to the United States Census Bureau for the 2020 Census; and,
2)the opposition of the inclusion of the citizenship question on the 2020 decennial Census and communicate said action to the Federal Administration and other District stakeholders.

 

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE WHITE HOUSE \u201cBE BEST\u201d CHILDREN\u2019S WELL- BEING INITIATIVE

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida endorse The White House BE BEST Children\u2019s Well-Being Initiative.

 

H-7 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT\u2019S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA\u2019S SALES TAX HOLIDAY AND THE FLORIDA TEACHERS CLASSROOM SUPPLY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to utilize the District\u2019s communication resources to raise community awareness of Florida\u2019s upcoming sales tax holiday scheduled for August 3-5, 2018 and the Florida Teachers Classroom Assistance Program.

 

H-8 PROTOCOL (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) conduct a review of the implementation of "Protocol Guidelines for Official School Board Events" with an emphasis on School Board Members' ceremonial proclamations, awards, recognitions at District events and other similar recognitions; and

2) establish a protocol guideline for board assistants who are representing a Board Member at events; and

3) based on said review, make any necessary revisions to the "Protocol Guidelines for Official School Board Events" and issue a revised manual by August 2018, as appropriate.

 

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION\u2019S EDUCATION CAMPAIGN ON THE CONSEQUENCES OF POSTING HOAX THREATS TO SCHOOLS AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, endorse The Federal Bureau of Investigation\u2019s Education Campaign on the Consequences of Posting Hoax Threats to Schools and Other Public Places.

 

H-10 PARTNERSHIPS WITH MUNICIPALITIES TO EXPLORE THE DEPLOYMENT OF POLICE OFFICERS TO SUPPORT STUDENT SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE WITH MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL PUBLIC SAFETY ACT, SB 7026 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

1. meet with the FOP and local municipalities to review and discuss the requirements of MSDHSPSA/SB 7026 and receive feedback and recommendations regarding potential partnerships; and

2. (Deleted)

3. (Deleted)

4. provide an update of the plan to establish partnerships with Miami-Dade County and local municipalities to ensure that each school has a safe\u00adschool officer pursuant to both the State funding allocation and requirements of MSDHS/SB 7026, inclusive of a cost benefit analysis at the School Board meeting of August 15, 2018.

 

H-11 2018 HURRICANE SEASON PREPARATION UPDATE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BYDR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to provide an update to the Board, via a presentation, on any new, revised, and/or enhanced plans for the pre-hurricane preparation and evacuation process that resulted from post-Hurricane Irma Board items approved by the School Board and those which may have been developed and adopted by the Superintendent at a School Board Committee and/or Public Board Meeting by the Board Meeting of August 15, 2018.

 

H-13 PRIORITY CONSIDERATION FOR RETIRED POLICE OFFICERS FROM LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES AND MILITARY VETERANS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review if feasible, awarding retired police officers from local law enforcement agencies and military veterans priority consideration for vacant positions within the Miami-Dade Schools Police Department and also for positions to be filled for compliance with the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act, SB 7026.

 

H-14 COMPARABLE FACILITIES FOR STUDENTS (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent review current facilities leasing and contracting practices and establish guidelines, if necessary, to ensure that in those instances where the District leases a portion of an existing school site, the upkeep, maintenance, and aesthetics of the entire school are comparable and equal to those of the premises being leased.

 

H-15 STOP THE BLEED TRAINING PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of collaborating with Nicklaus Children\u2019s Hospital in Miami, Florida to implement the Stop the Bleed Training Program, at no cost to the district, during the 2018-2019 school year and report back to the Board by September 5, 2018.

 

H-16 R E S P E C T TEACHERS CAMPAIGN (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to develop and implement the R E S P E C T Teachers Campaign in Miami-Dade County Public Schools during the 2018-2019 school year and report back to the Board by September 5, 2018.

 

H-17 SEPARATION OF FAMILIES (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 18-044 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, encouraging lawmakers to work towards a swift and humane resolution that seeks to end the separation of families under the 'zero tolerance' initiative and ensure the well-being of children and families; and authorize the Superintendent's transmittal of Resolution18-044 to Congressional Members representing Miami-Dade County.

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 16, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING -
 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

 

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 14, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental Listwill generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written requestto the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-032 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING FITKIDS OF AMERICA (REVISED REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-032 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Fit Kids of America for its contributions to our community.

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DORAL ACADEMY PREPARATORY SCHOOL 2017-2018 BOYS VARSITY BASKETBALL TEAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 18-036 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Doral Academy Preparatory School 2017-2018 Boys Varsity Basketball Team.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING TEAM AND MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BOYS AND GIRLS TENNIS TEAMS AS STATE CHAMPIONS (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-033 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the South Dade Senior High Wrestling Team and Miami Palmetto Senior High School Boys and Girls Tennis Teams as State Champions.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK MAY 19-25, 2018

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 18-035 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing National Safe Boating Week May 19 \u2013 25, 2018.

 

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HAITIAN AMERICAN NURSES ASSOCIATION (H.A.N.A.) OF FLORIDA (REPLACEMENT)

 

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-031 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE YOUNG WOMEN\u2019S PREPARATORY ACADEMY, WINNER OF THE 2018 SECONDARY MAGNET SCHOOL OF MERIT AWARD OF EXCELLENCE

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.18-031 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Young Women\u2019s Preparatory Academy, winner of the Secondary Magnet School of Merit Award of Excellence.

 

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-034 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HARPERSMILES, INC. FOR THEIR COMMITMENT TO SPREADING AWARENESS ABOUT CHILD SAFETY HAZARDS BOTH INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE HOME (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-034 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing HarperSmiles, Inc. for their commitment to spreading awareness about child safety hazards both inside and outside of the home.

 

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

  • M-DCPS Retiree Recognition Day

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School Chorus

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • April 25, 2018 ABC Conference session
  • April 25, 2018 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

  • American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Model Program Middle Schools
  • 2017-2018 NAF Award Recipients
  • Summer School Services
  • 2018-2019 Budget Presentation
  • M-DCPS Retiree Recognition Day

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20

1. REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL FROM MARCH 23, 2018 THROUGH APRIL 26, 2018

2. ACCEPTANCE OF DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) PARTICIPANTS - LISTING 40

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve the Personnel Action Listing 1107 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from March 23, 2018 through April 26, 2018.

2. Accept the resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 40, as of the dates indicated.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective May 17, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

 

D-22 INITIAL READING: PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 1130.02, SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to promulgate new Policy 1130.02, Succession Management.

 

D-23 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLAN WAIVERS AND SECONDARY SCHOOL REFORM INITIATIVES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed M-DCPS/UTD Memorandum of Understanding authorizing School Improvement Plan Waivers and Secondary School Reform Initiatives on May 16, 2018, effective for the 2018-2019 School Year.

 

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for:

1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  • A)Alexander Bell: suspension without pay from his position as School Security Monitor at Miami Senior High School, for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective May 17, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  • B)Aladino J. Serrano: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Coconut Palm K-8 Academy, for eight (8) calendar days, effective May 17, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; non\u00adperformance and poor performance of job responsibilities; violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI, of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  • A)Linda O. Campfield: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at South Dade Middle School, effective May 17, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; failure to correct noted performance deficiencies; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3220, Evaluation of Instructional Staff. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, 1012.34, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • B)Jimmy L. Fuller: demotion from his position as Head Custodian at Young Men's Preparatory Academy to Lead Custodian, effective May 17, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

 

D-66 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approves the opening and closing hours of schools for the 2018-2019 school year and accept the listed exceptions to those hours.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending March 2018.

 

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,628 deletions with a depreciated cost of $268,615 and 10 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $4,295 to update the records for January, February and March 2018.

 

E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2017-18 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2017-18 General Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by $3,885,960; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 4 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 9 of the agenda item).

 

E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2017-18 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2017-18 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review, accepting donations, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $8,085,405 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described on page 4 and summarized on page 5 of the agenda item.

2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No.2, FY 2017-18 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review.

 

E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2017-18 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2017-18 Debt Service Funds Spring Budget Review increasing (1) revenue, other financing sources, and fund balance from prior year, and (2) appropriations, other financing uses, and year end fund balance by the amount of $840,615.

 

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2017-18 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2017-18 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $5,068,153 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

 

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2017-18 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2017-18 Internal Service Fund Spring Budget Review, decreasing revenues net position and expenses by $59,000; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Expenses (page 3 of the agenda item).

 

E-66 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6144.01, SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT INVESTMENT PROGRAMS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings for Initial reading in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 6144.01, Supplemental Retirement Investment Programs.

 

E-67 PROPERTY INSURANCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. confirm placement of its excess, all risk, replacement cost property insurance program, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2018 to April 30, 2019 consisting of total insurance limits of $250,000,000 per occurrence with the following insurers and annual premiums, inclusive of all state-required fees and assessments:

 

Axis Specialty (Lloyds) | (AJGUK)

$482,208.00

BRIT Synd 2987 (Lloyds) | (RPS)

80,630.00

Colony Insurance Company | (Amwins)

574,525.00

Endurance (Lloyds) | (AJGUK)

552,366.00

Evanston Ins. Co. | (RPS)

238,579.00

Everest Indemnity Ins. Co. | (RPS)

275,004.00

Great Lakes Reinsurance (UK) SE / AJGUK | (AJGUK)

416,629.00

Hiscox Syndicate (Lloyds) | (Amwins)

355,919.90

Ironshore Specialty Insurance Co | (RPS)

1,044,252.00

Landmark American Ins. Co. | (RPS)

1,088,748.00

Lexington Insurance Company | (AJGUK)

1,510,348.00

Liberty Surplus Ins. Corporation | (RPS)

47,484.00

Lloyds of London (Various Syndicates) | (AJGUK)

4,329,808.12

National Fire & Marine Ins. Co. | (Berkshire)

1,215,622.00

Scottsdale Surplus Lines Ins. Co | (RPS)

414,488.00

Starr Surplus Lines Ins Co. | (CV Starr)

479,138.00

Westchester Surplus Lines Ins. Co. | (RPS)

462,276.30

Westport Insurance Corp | (Swiss Re)

3,495,188.95

$17,063,214.27

 

2. confirm purchase of terrorism coverage, including domestic and foreign (T-3 form), subject to an aggregate limit of $50,000,000 property damage, $10,000,000 bodily injury from Lloyd\u2019s of London, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2018 to May 1, 2019 with an annual premium of $85,500;

3. confirm renewal of flood insurance coverage with National Flood Insurance Program, (NFIP), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for all properties required by the Federal Government to be covered with estimated premiums not to exceed $2.1 million for coverages effective for the 12-month period of July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019;

4. confirm the payment of the annual installment (3 of 3) for the \u201cSTORM\u201d Parametric Property Insurance Policy, bound for three-year period effective May 1, 2016 through May 1, 2019, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with North American Capacity Insurance Company (Swiss Re)., annual installment of $800,000, part of the total insured premium of $2,400,000 inclusive of state fees and surcharges;

5. authorize consulting expenses to be paid to Siver Insurance Consultants to assist in policy review and issuance, preparation of the annual consultant\u2019s report to The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, NA, and other required technical services with such fees to be paid at $150/hour, in an amount not to exceed $50,000 for the policy year with funding for such expenses to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund;

6. authorize renewal of the adjusting services performed by Cunningham Lindsey for property adjusting services to be used on an as-needed basis when a loss would result in a liability to the District\u2019s self-insured property program, with adjusting expenses to be as follows with expenses to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund:

 

Hourly Rate

Adjuster

$92

Branch General Adjuster

$114

Regional General Adjuster

$133

Prot\u00e9g\u00e9 Adjuster

$160

National General Adjuster

$185

Executive General Adjuster

$221

Senior Executive General Adjuster

$245

 

7. authorize the use of any of the SPC/AEPC firms under contract to the District, with associated fees, to access firms to produce sealed elevation certificates, pursuant to NFIP guidelines, with expenditures for these services not to exceed $50,000 to be paid from the District\u2019s self-insured property fund.

 

E-68 COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida:

1. confirm renewal of The Blanket Employee Dishonesty Bond Program with coverage provided by Fidelity Deposit Company of Maryland (A.M. Best A+, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for the second year of a three-year term effective June 1, 2017 through May 31, 2020 with limits of $25 Million per occurrence and a $100,000 deductible with annual premium of $100,367 including all fees subject to an annual re-rate or non-renewal if any losses are incurred with any changes in premiums, terms or conditions to be brought back to the Board for further authorization;

2. authorize the renewal of the named Position Bond Program at the expiring rates with coverage provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company (AM Best A+, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc.; covering two (2) stipulated employees in the Office of Treasury Management, with limits of $15 million per occurrence and a $0 deductible with an annual premium of $121,725 including all fees, with coverage provided for a one-year term, effective June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2019.

3. authorize renewal of the following ancillary Public Official Bonds: Notary Bonds, Board Member Bonds, Superintendent\u2019s Bond and JROTC Bonds, at expiring rates of up to $100 per bond plus applicable state fees and surcharges, with coverage provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company (AM Best A+, XV) and Universal Surety of America (AM Best A, XIV) (for Notary Bonds only) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for a one-year term effective June 1, 2018 to May 31, 2019.

 

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 29 OF 128 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 29 of 128 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017.

 

E-88 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR\u2019S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of The Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. and Independent Auditor\u2019s Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2017.

 

E-89 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AGENCY FUNDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORT SEPTEMBER 30, 2017 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Educational Facilities Impact Fees Agency Funds of Miami-Dade County, Florida - Financial Report September 30, 2017.

 

E-90 AUDIT OF COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANTS AT WLRN TV/FM LICENSED TO THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2013 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2015 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of Community Service Grants at WLRN TV/FM licensed to The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the period of July 1, 2013 through June 30, 2015, Report No. ASJ1705-1803.

 

E-91 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of Magnet Educational Choice Association (MECA), Inc., for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017.

 

E-92 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF DESIGNATED ELEMENTS OF SELECTED CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Designated Elements of Selected Construction Projects.

 

E-117 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO, MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policy 6320.02, Small/Micro, Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs.

 

E-143 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings for initial reading in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policy 6320.02, Small/Micro, Minority/Women-Owned Business Enterprise Programs.

Approve the supplemental award by $500,000 and amend the total contract award to $1,350,000, on Contract Invitation to Bid (ITB) No.16-017-CV \u2013 AIR CONDITIONERS \u2013 WINDOW AND WALL to purchase at firm unit prices, quantities, as may be required, for stock items for the Maintenance Materials Management department with an initial effective date of December 14, 2016 through December 13, 2018. This supplemental award is necessary to provide air conditioners for the schools. This supplemental amount requested is based on the next eight (8) months usage.

 

  • Fund Source
    300000 Capital
  • FRIEDRICH AIR CONDITIONING CO., LTD
    10001 REUNION PLACE, SUITE 500
    SAN ANTONIO, TX 78216-4139
    OWNER/OFFICER: CHUCK CAMPBELL, PRESIDENT
  • ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT $850,000.00
    THIS SUPPLEMENTAL $500,000.00

 

E-145 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-17-017-CH - EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND SERVICES (GOOD CAUSE)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request for Proposal No. RFP-17-017-CH -External Independent Auditing Services for the General Obligation Bond Services is to obtain external independent auditing services for the General Obligation Bond Services, with an initial effective date of July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • S. Davis & Associates, P.A.       MBE/MWBE
    2521 Hollywood Boulevard
    Hollywood, Florida 33020
    Owner/Officer: Shaun Davis, Managing Partner
    AFRICAN AMERICAN
  • SUB-CONTRACTOR:
  • Verdeja, De Armas & Trujillo, LLP
    255 Alhambra Circle, Suite 560 \u00b7
    Coral Gables, Florida 33134
    Owner/Officer: Alejandro Trujillo, Partner

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract up to the total estimated amount of $200,000 for the contract term.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR TWO PROGRAMS FROM A FUNDING SOURCE AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept two grant awards from:

  • a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Secondary Programs, Section 131, in the approximate amount of $4,218,820, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019; and
  • b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Postsecondary Programs, Section 132, in the approximate amount of $1,032,659, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A PARKING PERMIT AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI PARKING AUTHORITY (\u201cMPA\u201d), FOR USE OF A PARKING GARAGE, LOCATED AT 40 N.W. 3 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33128, TO PROVIDE STAFF PARKING FOR NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, LOCATED AT 25 N.E. 2 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33132; AND

2) EXECUTE ANY AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE BOARD IN THE AGREEMENT, AND TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING MPA IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) finalize negotiations and execute a Parking Permit Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) between the School Board and Miami Parking Authority (\u201cMPA\u201d), for use of a parking garage, located at 40 N.W. 3 Street, Miami, Florida 33128, to provide staff parking for New World School of the Arts, located at 25 N.E. 2 Street, Miami, Florida 33132, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) execute any amendments to the Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Agreement, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Agreement, including renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Agreement, and placing MPA in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE AMENDED AND RESTATED LEASE AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) BETWEEN THE CITY OF HOMESTEAD (\u201cCITY\u201d) AND THE SCHOOL BOARD, FOR USE OF A PORTION OF TOM J. HARRIS FIELD, LOCATED AT 1034 N.E. 8 STREET, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA, FOR DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL AND SOCCER GAMES; AND

2) EXECUTE ANY AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE BOARD IN THE AGREEMENT, AND TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AMENDING THE EXHIBITS TO THE AGREEMENT, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) finalize negotiations and execute a Second Amendment to the Amended and Restated Lease Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) Between the City of Homestead and the School Board, for use of a portion of Tom J. Harris Field, located at 1034 N.E. 8 Street, Homestead, Florida, for District high school football and soccer games, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) execute any amendments to the Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Agreement, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Agreement, including amending the exhibits to the Agreement, renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Agreement, and placing the City in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN ACCESS AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI (\u201cCITY\u201d), TO ALLOW THE BOARD TO ACCESS A PORTION OF THE CITY-OWNED ATHALIE RANGE PARK (\u201cPARK\u201d), LOCATED AT 525 N.W. 62 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33127, FOR THE PURPOSE OF DEMOLISHING AND REMOVING THE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE CONNECTING MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6101 N.W. 5 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33127, TO THE PARK; AND

2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO FACILITATE TEMPORARY ACCESS TO THE PARK FOR THE DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL OF THE PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE ACCESS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE ACCESS AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute an Access Agreement with the City of Miami (\u201cCity\u201d), to allow the Board to access a portion of the City-owned Athalie Range Park (\u201cPark\u201d), located at 525 N.W. 62 Street, Miami, Florida, 33127 for the purpose of demolishing and removing the pedestrian bridge connecting Miami Edison Senior High School, located at 6101 N.W. 5 Court, Miami, Florida 33127, to the Park, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2. execute any other documents that may be required to facilitate temporary access to the Park for the demolition and removal of the pedestrian bridge; and

3. grant or deny all approvals required under the Access Agreement, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Access Agreement, and placing the City in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A CONSTRUCTION ACCESS AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) WITH INFINITY ESPANOLA HOTEL VENTURE LLC (\u201cINFINITY\u201d), FOR TEMPORARY USE BY INFINITY OF A PORTION OF THE FIENBERG FISHER K-8 CENTER CAMPUS (\u201cSCHOOL\u201d), LOCATED AT 1420 WASHINGTON AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, 33139, TO FACILITATE INFINITY\u2019S CONSTRUCTION OF IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNED BY INFINITY, AND FOR INFINITY TO CONSTRUCT IMPROVEMENTS WITHIN THE SCHOOL AT NO COST TO THE DISTRICT; AND

2. EXECUTE ANY AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE BOARD IN THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING EXTENDING THE AGREEMENT FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED SIX MONTHS, AND TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING MODIFYING THE EXHIBITS UNDER THE AGREEMENT, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING INFINITY IN DEFAULT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) finalize negotiations and execute a Construction Access Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) with Infinity Espanola Hotel Venture LLC (\u201cInfinity\u201d), for temporary use by Infinity of a portion of the Fienberg Fisher K-8 Center campus (\u201cSchool\u201d), located at 1420 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, to facilitate Infinity\u2019s construction of improvements within adjacent property owned by Infinity, and for Infinity to construct improvements within the School at no cost to the District, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) execute any amendments to the Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Agreement, including extending the Agreement for a period not to exceed six months, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Agreement, including modifying the exhibits under the Agreement, cancelling or terminating the Agreement, and placing Infinity in default.

 

F-5 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI (\u201cCITY\u201d), FOR THE CITY\u2019S USE OF SPACE AT LINDSEY HOPKINS TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LOCATED AT 750 N.W. 20 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, TO OPERATE A WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CENTER; AND

2. EXECUTE ANY AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE BOARD IN THE AGREEMENT, AND TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AUTHORIZING CONSTRUCTION BY THE CITY WITHIN THE LEASED SPACE, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute a lease agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) with the City of Miami (\u201cCity\u201d), for the City\u2019s use of space at Lindsey Hopkins Technical College, located at 750 N.W. 20 Street, Miami, Florida, to operate a Workforce Development Center, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. execute any amendments to the Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Agreement, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Agreement, including authorizing construction by the City within the leased space, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Agreement, and placing the City in default.

 

F-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO: (REVISED)

1. EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG FS PARADISE GARDENS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE "APPLICANT"), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 143-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT S.W. 256 TERRACE AND S.W. 139 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS;

2. EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND

3. GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among FS Paradise Gardens, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company (the "Applicant"), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 143- unit residential development located at S.W. 256 Terrace and S.W. 139 Avenue, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-7 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, MODIFY CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE SUBLEASE AGREEMENT AND COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH NKMIA, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, IN CONNECTION WITH A FASHION AND DESIGN COMPLEX ALIGNED WITH THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FASHION DESIGN PROGRAM, TO BE LOCATED ON COUNTY-OWNED LAND, AT 1175 N.W. SOUTH RIVER DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, modify certain provisions of the Sublease Agreement and Cooperation Agreement with NKMIA, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, in connection with a fashion and design complex aligned with the Design And Architecture Senior High School fashion design program, to be located on County-owned land, at 1175 N.W. South River Drive, Miami, Florida 33136, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above

 

F-26 COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITION & RENOVATIONS AT SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1050 FOURTH STREET, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139, PROJECT NUMBER 01530400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond Funded Addition & Renovations at South Pointe Elementary School, located at 1050 Fourth Street, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, Project Number 01530400, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $20,500 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSION OF D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITION & RENOVATIONS AT SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1050 FOURTH STREET, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139, PROJECT NUMBER 01530400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission D. Stephenson Construction, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond Funded Addition & Renovations at South Pointe Elementary School, located at 1050 Fourth Street, Miami Beach, Florida 33139, Project Number 01530400, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $36,000 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2) Project scope, support fee of $9,000 during programming; and

3) All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 650 N.W. 2 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33030, PROJECT NUMBER 01528900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Homestead Middle School, located at 650 N.W. 2 Avenue, Homestead, Florida 33030, Project Number 01528900, as follows:

1. A lump sum fee of $20,000 for Part 1 services; and

2. Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29 COMMISSION OF THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 650 N.W. 2 AVENUE, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33030, PROJECT NUMBER 01528900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Thornton Construction Company, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Homestead Middle School, located at 650 N.W. 2 Avenue, Homestead, Florida 33030, Project Number 01528900, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $28,500 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2) Project scope, support fee of $7,500 during programming; and

3) All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-30 COMMISSION OF M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT JOELLA C. GOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6350 N.W. 188 TERRACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33015, PROJECT NUMBER 01529000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Joella C. Good Elementary School, located at 6350 N.W. 188 Terrace, Miami, Florida 33015, Project Number 01529000, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $19,900 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-31 COMMISSION OF STATE CONTRACTING & ENGINEERING CORP. AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT JOELLA C. GOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6350 N.W. 188 TERRACE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33015, PROJECT NUMBER 01529000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission State Contracting & Engineering Corp. as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Joella C. Good Elementary School, located at 6350 N.W. 188 Terrace, Miami, Florida 33015, Project Number 01529000, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $26,000 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2) Project scope, support fee of $5,000 during programming; and

3) All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-32 COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR A NEW SMALL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PROTOTYPE FOR MARINE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AT FIU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS (PHASE I), LOCATED IN NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33181, PROJECT NUMBER 01654500

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), for Part 2 (Full A/E) services for a New Small Senior High School Prototype for Marine Academy of Science and Technology at FIU Senior High School Biscayne Bay Campus (Phase I), located in North Miami, Florida 33181, Project Number 01654500, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $880,000 for Part 2 services; and

2) Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-33 COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PARTIAL REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 450 BIRD ROAD, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33146 (A REUSE OF DR. MICHAEL M. KROP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL I-PREP), PROJECT NUMBER 01847600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Partial Replacement Project at Coral Gables Senior High School, (a reuse of Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School I-Prep) located at 450 Bird Road, Coral Gables, Florida 33146, Project Number 01847600, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $375,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-34 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (SHELTERED MARKET FOR SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) AGREEMENTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1 MILLION EACH, AS FOLLOWS:

1) JSA GROUP, INC. \u2013 REPLACE MEGPE ENGINEERS, INC., WITH MAQUEIRA ENGINEERING CONSULTANTS, INC., AS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT;

2) EASTERN ENGINEERING GROUP COMPANY \u2013 REPLACE LIVS ASSOCIATES WITH HAMMOND & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT; AND

3) MAX WOLFE STURMAN ARCHITECT, INC. \u2013 NOTICE OF CHANGE OF ADDRESS TO 107 NORTHEAST 96 STREET, MIAMI SHORES, FLORIDA 33138.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize amendments to the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultant (Sheltered Market for Small Business Enterprises) Agreements for miscellaneous projects with construction budgets up to $1 Million each, as follows:

1) JSA Group, Inc. \u2013 Replace MEGPE Engineers, Inc., with Maqueira Engineering Consultants, Inc., as Mechanical Engineer sub-consultant;

2) Eastern Engineering Group Company \u2013 Replace LIVS Associates with Hammond & Associates, Inc., as Mechanical Engineer sub-consultant; and

3) Max Wolfe Sturman Architect, Inc. \u2013 change of address to 107 Northeast 96 Street, Miami Shores, Florida 33138.

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0Change Order Number 5 on Project Number 01439300, General Obligation Bond funded, New K-8 Center In Doral (Phase 1), Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy for an additional cost of $29,644.75.

B-2.\u00a0Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01338900, General Obligation Bond funded renovation project, Kinloch Park Middle School for a credit of $238,322.43.

 

F-42 AWARD TO H.A. CONTRACTING, CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED CLASSROOM ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS AT NORWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19810 N.W. 14 COURT, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA 33169; PROJECT NUMBER 01423800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to H.A. Contracting Corporation, the General Obligation Bond funded classroom addition and renovations at Norwood Elementary School, located at 19810 N.W. 14 Court, Miami Gardens, Florida 33169; Project Number 01423800; on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $1,561,140.00.

 

F-60

1. AWARD JOB ORDER CONTRACTS FOR M-DCPS MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS:

  • a. LEE CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC.
    CONTRACT #JOC18O-A (OPEN MARKET)
  • b. D2 CONSTRUCTION, INC.
    CONTRACT #JOC18O-B (OPEN MARKET)
  • c. HARBOUR CONSTRUCTION, INC
    CONTRACT #JOC18S-D (SHELTERED MARKET)

 

2. REJECT JOB ORDER CONTRACT FOR M-DCPS
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
CONTRACT #JOC18-M-C (SHELTERED MARKET)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) Award for Facilities Operations, Maintenance, on the basis of the weighted factor to the low bidders as follows:

  • a) Contract/Project No. JOC18O-A on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.7790 to the low bidder:
    Lee Construction Group, Inc.
    9485 NW 12 TH Street
    Doral, FL 33172
    Certified SBE & M/WBE (Hispanic American)
  • b) Contract/Project No. JOC18O-B on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.7885 to the low bidder:
    D2 Construction, Inc.
    12485 SW 137TH Avenue
    Miami, FL 33186
    Certified SBE & M/WBE (African American)
  • c) Contract/Project No. JOC18S-D on the basis of the weighted factor of 0.7854 to the low bidder:
    Harbour Construction, Inc.
    7340 SW 48TH Street, Suite 102
    Miami, FL 33155
    Certified SBE & No M/WBE Certification

2) Reject Contract # JOC18M-C Sheltered Market Micro Job Order.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: approve six (6) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

G-1 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. MARIA HERRERA, DOAH Case No. 17-5798

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed Agreement in the case of THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA v. MARIA HERRERA, DOAH Case No. 17-5798, suspending Respondent for seven (7) workdays without pay.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-2 RECOMMENDATION FROM THE AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE HIRING OF THE CHIEF AUDITOR (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. select and appoint a Chief Auditor; and

b. authorize the School Board Chair to negotiate and execute an employment agreement with the Chief Auditor on behalf of the Board, with the salary range set at $150,000 \u2013 $165,000; and

c. to allow for an extension of the current Interim Chief Auditor\u2019s contract through the School Board Meeting of June 20, 2018, if necessary.

d. conduct a workshop to provide additional guidance to the School Board Chair regarding terms and conditions to be included in the Chief Auditor\u2019s contract.

 

H-3 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF JUNE 2018 AS NATIONAL SAFETY MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of June 2018 as National Safety Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-4 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT\u2019S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA\u2019S SALES TAX HOLIDAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to utilize the District\u2019s communication resources to raise community awareness of Florida\u2019s upcoming sales tax holiday scheduled for August 3-5, 2018.

 

H-5 BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE \u201cCLICK IT OR TICKET\u201d NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT SAFETY CAMPAIGN, MAY 14 THROUGH JUNE 3, 2018 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s \u201cClick It or Ticket\u201d National Seat Belt Enforcement Safety Campaign, May 14 through June 3, 2018, and encourage a year-round habit for students, parents and District employees to always buckle up when in a vehicle.

 

H-6 ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Observe a moment of silence at the June Board meeting, in remembrance of the employees and students of Miami-Dade County Public Schools who have passed away during the year; and,

2. Accept the donations of highly-acclaimed books to be placed in Miami-Dade County Public School media centers with a bookplate signifying their collective memory.

 

H-7 E-CIGARETTE SENSORS ON SCHOOL CAMPUSES (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Review current data on the effectiveness of e-cigarette sensors; and,

2. If deemed worthy of this District\u2019s consideration based on the review of current data, determine whether outside funding exists for the purchase and installation of e-cigarette sensors; and,

3. Provide a response before the August 15, 2018 School Board Meeting.

 

H-9 ENSURING STUDENT SAFETY DURING STUDENT WALKOUTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

1. review the School Board Policies, specifically, School Board Policy 2240- Controversial Issues and Student Expression, in relation to recent student walkouts in Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2. review recent incidents of student walkouts in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the nexus to student safety and school security;

3. establish a Task Force, devoid of any political affiliations, which is comprised of students, teachers, principals, school police, parents, and community members to review policies and practices for student expression, including but not limited to student walkouts to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and staff, and security of schools;

4. work with School Board Attorney to review School Board Policies for student expression, attendance, conduct, and employee participation to ensure compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and standards, and make policy recommendations and/or amendments, as deemed appropriate; and

5. provide an update to the Board on the abovementioned no later than the School Board Meeting of October 10, 2018.

 

H-10 REQUEST REVISION TO GUIDELINES FOR MEDIA RELATIONS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, requests the Superintendent to revise the Guidelines for School Board Resolutions, Ceremonial Proclamations, Press Releases, Photo Releases, and Media Advisories to better assist Board members with media relations and report back to the Board no later than June 20, 2018.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon the conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 25, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING -
 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 23, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 2018 SUNSHINE STATE SCHOLARS MR. JACOB ROSENFELD AND KEVIN ORDET (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-030 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 2018 Sunshine State Scholars Mr. Jacob Rosenfeld and Mr. Kevin Ordet.

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP SIGNING DAY

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-023 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing April 17, 2018 as Academic Scholarship Signing Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-027 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2018 DADE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (DASA) PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR, MR. HUMBERTO J. MIRET OF MIAMI SOUTHRIDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-027 of The School Board Of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2018 Dade Association of School Administrators (DASA) Principal of the Year, Mr. Humberto J. Miret of Miami Southridge Senior High School.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. FRANKLIN SIRMANS, DIRECTOR OF THE P\u00c9REZ ART MUSEUM OF MIAMI (PAMM)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.18-024 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Franklin Sirmans, Director of the P\u00e9rez Art Museum of Miami (PAMM)

 

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-029 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MAY AS WATER SAFETY MONTH

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-029 recognizing the month of May as Water Safety Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-8 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2017-2018 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2017-2018 WalkSafe Statewide Poster Contest.

 

B-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENTS OF PAULA GARRANCHAN, FAITH ROBINDON, ANWAR TAYLOR, AND TRINITI WADE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-025 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the scholastic achievements of Paula Garranchan, Faith Robinson, Anwar Taylor, and Triniti Wade.

 

B-10 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-026 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. DEREK NEGRON OF CAROL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL M-DCPS ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-026 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Derek Negron of Carol City Middle School for being named M-DCPS Assistant Principal of the Year.

 

B-11 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-028 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, REQUESTING EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF UNUSED FUNDS FROM COACH AARON FEIS GUARDIAN PROGRAM (WIDTHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 18-028 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, requesting the unused balance of funds from the Coach Aaron Feis Guardian Program be equitably distributed, based on each district\u2019s proportionate share of the state\u2019s total unweighted full-time equivalent student enrollment, to school districts who did not participate in the program for the sole purpose of hiring additional school resource officers and authorize the Superintendent's transmittal to appropriate outlets inclusive of the Governor, the Commissioner of Education, the State Board of Education, the State Legislature and other relevant stakeholders.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Ronald W. Reagan/Doral Senior High School Musical Theatre Group

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • February 13, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • March 21, 2018 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.


A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) \u2013 2017 Report Card
  • Excellence in Early Childhood Programs
  • 2017-2018 Office Employee of the Year
  • 2017-2018 Paraprofessional/School Support Personnel of the Year

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL FROM FEBRUARY 23, 2018 THROUGH MARCH 22, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1106 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from February 23, 2018 through March 22, 2018.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 ( revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective April 26, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

 

D-22 REQUEST FOR

1. APPROVAL FOR THE CONTINUATION OF THE 2014-2019 MASTER PLAN FOR INSERVICE EDUCATION

2. AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A RENEWAL OF THE M-DCPS ADD-ON ATHLETIC COACHING CERTIFICATION ENDORSEMENT PROGRAM

3. AUTHORIZATION TO ADD THE SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE COMPONENT TO THE DISTRICT MASTER PLAN FOR INSERVICE EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to submit the continuation of the 2014-2019 Miami-Dade County Public Schools Master Plan for Inservice Education to the Florida Department of Education as required by State Board Rule 6A-5.071 (FAC); renew the Add-on Athletic Coaching Certification Endorsement Program; and approve the addition of the Schools of Excellence component, #2-512-356.

 

D-23 INITIAL READING: PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 1130.02, SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT (WIDTHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to promulgate new Policy 1130.02, Succession Management.

 

D-55 1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
3)REQUESTED APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT FOR DISCIPLINARY MATTER THAT HAS BEEN APPEALED (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:

1) That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  • A) Sheryl A. Henderson: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Palm Springs Middle School, for five (5)workdays, effective April 26, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 6610, Internal Accounts. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • B)Pareese R. Brown: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Golden Glades Elementary School, for seven (7)workdays, effective April 26, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  • A)Barbara M. Rios: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at Miami Killian Senior High School, effective April 26, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC

3)That, in the appeal of disciplinary action that was taken by the Board at its meeting of December 6, 2017, to suspend without pay and initiate dismissal proceedings against Yaima C. Rodriguez, and the charges that led to the employee's suspension have been resolved; thereby, that the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Settlement Agreement in the arbitration matter between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, AFSCME, and Yaima C. Rodriguez, and reinstate employee Yaima C. Rodriguez to her position as a Part\u00adTime Food Service Worker I.

 

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION, FOUR CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS, AND ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve one new charter school application and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the application as approved by the School Board with Advanced Learning Charter School, Inc., d/b/a HIVE Preparatory School \u2013 Riverside K-8 (High Performing Replication of HIVE Preparatory Charter School, MSID 1014).

B. Approve four charter school contract amendments with:

  • 1. Acting for All, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep of Arts and Minds (B.A.A.M) (MSID 7022), to change the school\u2019s name from BridgePrep Academy of Arts and Minds (B.A.A.M) to Academy of Arts and Minds commencing January 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2019;
  • 2. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Grove Academy (MSID 5045), under Section 1002.331(2), F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to modify the contract to reflect a 15 year term, beginning July 1, 2015, and ending June 30, 2030;
  • 3. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Gables Academy (MSID 5008), under Section 1002.331(2), F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to modify the contract to reflect a 15 year term, beginning July 1, 2009 and ending June 30, 2024; and,
  • 4. International Studies Charter High School, Inc. d/b/a International Studies Charter Middle School (MSID 6045), under Section 1002.331(2), F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to modify the contract to reflect a 15 year term, beginning July 1, 2009 and ending June 30, 2024.

C. Approve one charter school contract renewal with Miami Community Charter Middle School, Inc., d/b/a Miami Community Charter Middle School (MSID 6048), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023.

 

D-66 PROPOSED NAMING OF STATE SCHOOL M-1 (PROJECT NUMBER 01534700) LOCATED AT S.W. 167 AVENUE & S.W. 95 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33196

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the naming of State School M-1 (Project Number 1534700) located at S.W. 167 Avenue and 95 Street, Kendall Square K-8 Center.

 

D-67 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5120, Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee.

 

D-68 2018 SUMMER SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed 2018 Summer Services.

 

D-69 DISMISSAL TIMES FOR THE LAST THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL (JUNE 5, 6, AND 7, 2018)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve dismissal times for the last three days of school (June 5, 6, and 7, 2018)

2. authorize the Superintendent to make any special adjustments necessary due to unique circumstances in particular schools.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending February 2018.

 

E-51 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policy 5112, Entrance Requirements and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 25, 2018.

 

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-071-HR\u2013 RENTAL OF CAPS AND GOWNS (WIDTHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Invitation To Bid No. ITB-16-071-HR\u2013 RENTAL OF CAPS AND GOWNS, to establish a contract, for firm-fixed unit prices, for the Rental of Caps and Gowns for various Miami-Dade County Public School locations during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of April 25, 2018 through April 24, 2020 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • HERFF JONES, LLC
    4501 W 62nd STREET
    INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA 46268
    OWNER/OPERATOR: JOHN M. NEWBY, PRESIDENT
  • Item 1a. Rental price of cap and gown, white 100% Dacron polyester. Price to include tassel of any color, based on individual school color, which student may retain if desired. Also to include souvenir cap that will be retained by student@ $12.75 per set.
  • Item 1b. Price per tassel to be deducted (credited) if student does not wish to retain same @ $3.50 per tassel.
  • Item 1c. Rental price of honor cord which shall not be retained by student@ $2.00 per honor cord.
  • Item 1d. Purchase price of honor cord which shall be retained by the student@ $4.50 per honor cord.
  • Item 1e. Purchase price of 2" diameter school emblem with medallion design of schools on a 30" colored grosgrain ribbon, which shall be retained by student@ $9.95 per emblem.

  • SUB-CONTRACTOR:
    GRADUATE SERVICES MIAMI, INC.
    7640 NW 25TH STREET, UNIT 107
    MIAMI, FL 33122
    OWNER/OPERATOR: EDWARD JONES, VICE PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $700,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $350,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-143 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-006-CH \u2013 SCHOOL WRAPAROUND SERVICES \u2013 SCHOOLS OF HOPE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request for Proposal No. RFP-17-006-CH \u2013 School Wraparound Services \u2013 Schools of Hope is to select preapproved vendors to provide educational and wraparound services/ programs, in conjunction with grant requirements, with an initial effective date of April 25, 2018 through April 24, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • a. BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF MIAMI, INC.
    550 NW 42ND AVENUE
    MIAMI, FLORIDA 33126
    OWNER/OFFICER: GAIL S. NELSON, PRESIDENT/CEO
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: Carol City Senior High School
    West Homestead K-8 Center
  •  
  • b. CONCERNED AFRICAN WOMEN, INC.
    1505 NW 167TH STREET, SUITE 101
    MIAMI, FLORIDA 33169
    OWNER/OFFICER: CAROLYN NESBITT, CEO
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: Carol City Senior High School
  •  
  • c. CODE FEVER MIAMI INC.
    429 LENOX AVENUE
    MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139
    OWNER/OFFICER: FELICIA HATCHER, PRESIDENT
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: All identified schools
  •  
  • d. COMMUNITIES IN SCHOOLS OF MIAMI, INC.
    12485 SW 137TH AVENUE, SUITE 109
    MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
    OWNER/OFFICER: ELYSSA LINARES, PRESIDENT
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: All identified schools
  •  
  • e. THE EMBRACE GIRLS FOUNDATION, INC.
    18520 NW 67TH AVENUE, SUITE #340
    HIALEAH GARDENS, FLORIDA 33015
    OWNER/OFFICER: VELMA R. LAWRENCE, CEO
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: All identified schools
  •  
  • f. GANG ALTERNATIVE, INC.
    12000 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD, SUITE 402
    MIAMI, FLORIDA 33181
    OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL J. NOZILE, CEO
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: Carol City Senior High School
    Homestead Middle School
    Lorah Park Elementary School
    Toussaint L\u2019Overture Elementary School
  •  
  • g. GUITARS OVER GUNS ORGANIZATION, INC.
    169 EAST FLAGLER STREET, SUITE 1134
    MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131
    OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT BERNSTEIN, CHAIRMAN
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: Carol City Senior High School
  •  
  • h. INVO HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES, LLC
    1780 KENDARBREN DRIVE
    JAMISON, PENNSYLVANIA 18929
    OWNER/OFFICER: JASON T. RALPH, COO
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: All identified schools
  •  
  • i. OPA-LOCKA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION, INC.
    490 OPA-LOCKA BOULEVARD, SUITE 20
    OPA LOCKA, FLORIDA 33054
    OWNER/OFFICER: WILLIE LOGAN, PRESIDENT
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: Carol City Senior High School
  •  
  • j. OVERTOWN YOUTH CENTER, INC.
    450 NW 14TH STREET
    MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136
    OWNER/OFFICER: TINA BROWN, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
  • SERVICES PROVIDED FOR: Toussaint L\u2019Overture Elementary School

 

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $75,000 per school depending on the grant awarded amount, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $75,000 per school depending on the grant awarded amount for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-144 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320, PURCHASING (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policy 6320, Purchasing and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 25, 2018.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A DONATION FOR ONE PROGRAM FROM A FUNDING SOURCE AND ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH THE AGENCY PRESCRIBED

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept one donation from:

  • a. University of Florida for in-kind support under Enhancing School Safety Officers\u2019 Effectiveness through Online Professional and Job Embedded Coaching, in the approximate amount of $136,000, for the grant period of January 1, 2018, through December 31, 2020;

2. enter into a contractual service agreement with the agency prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements; and

3. extend this program and contractual agreement as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A NON-EXCLUSIVE USE AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) WITH THE VILLAGE OF PALMETTO BAY (\u201cVILLAGE\u201d) FOR THE CONTINUED USE OF BASEBALL FACILITIES AT CORAL REEF PARK, LOCATED AT 7895 S.W. 152 STREET, PALMETTO BAY, FLORIDA 33157, BY MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; AND

2) EXECUTE ANY AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE BOARD IN THE AGREEMENT, AND TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AMENDING THE EXHIBITS TO THE AGREEMENT, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AUTHORIZING CONSTRUCTION OF RECREATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS BY THE BOARD, AND PLACING THE VILLAGE IN DEFAULT, AS APPLICABLE

 

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) finalize negotiations and execute a Non-Exclusive Use Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) with the Village of Palmetto Bay (\u201cVillage\u201d) for the continued use of the baseball facilities at Coral Reef Park, located at 7895 S.W. 152 Street, Palmetto Bay, Florida, 33157, by Miami Palmetto Senior High School, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) execute any amendments to the Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Agreement, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Agreement, including amending the exhibits to the Agreement, renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Agreement, authorizing construction of recreational improvements by the Board, and placing the Village in default, as applicable.

 

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH EVERGLADES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC. (\u201cECA\u201d), A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION , LOCATED AT 38000 S.W. 193 AVENUE, FLORIDA CITY, FLORIDA 33034, FOR USE OF CLASSROOM SPACE BY THE MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM; AND

2) EXECUTE ANY AMENDMENTS TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE BOARD IN THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AUTHORIZING CONSTRUCTION BY THE BOARD WITHIN THE LEASED SPACE, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING ECA IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute a Lease Agreement with Everglades Community Association, Inc. (\u201cECA\u201d), a not-for-profit corporation, located at 38000 S.W. 193 Avenue, Florida City, Florida, 33034, for use of classroom space by the Migrant Education Program, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. execute any amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including authorizing construction by the Board within the leased space, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing ECA in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT (\u201cAGREEMENT\u201d) WITH NORTHSIDE CENTRE, LLC (\u201cCENTRE\u201d) FOR USE OF RETAIL/OFFICE SPACE, LOCATED AT 7900 N.W. 27 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR THE OPERATION OF A TITLE I NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER; AND

2. EXECUTE ANY AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE BOARD IN THE AGREEMENT, AND TO GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING AUTHORIZING CONSTRUCTION WITHIN THE DEMISED PREMISES, AMENDING THE EXHIBITS TO THE AGREEMENT, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE CENTRE IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

 

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. initialize negotiations and execute a Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) with Northside Centre, LLC (\u201cCentre\u201d) for use of retail/office space, located at 7900 N.W. 27 Avenue, Miami, Florida, for the operation of a Title I Neighborhood Resource Center, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. execute any amendments to the Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Agreement, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Agreement, including authorizing construction within the Demised Premises, amending the exhibits to the Agreement, cancelling or terminating the Agreement, and placing the Centre in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CHAPMAN PARTNERSHIP, INC. (\u201cCHAPMAN\u201d), TO EXTEND THE TERM FOR USE BY CHAPMAN OF BOARD-OWNED LAND, LOCATED AT 1550 AND 1527 NORTH MIAMI AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136, TO MAY 4, 2044, TO OPERATE PROGRAMS SERVING THE HOMELESS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY; AND

2. EXECUTE AMENDMENTS TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE BOARD IN THE LEASE AGREEMENT; AND

3. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE LEASE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE LEASE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING CHAPMAN IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement with Chapman Partnership, Inc. (\u201cChapman\u201d), to extend the term for use by Chapman of Board-owned land, located at 1550 and 1527 North Miami Avenue, Miami, Florida 33136, to May 4, 2044, to operate programs serving the homeless of Miami-Dade County, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2) execute amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including cancelling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing Chapman in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT (\u201cILA\u201d) BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI (\u201cCITY\u201d) FOR THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND JOINT FUNDING OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES TO BE CONSTRUCTED BY THE CITY ON BOARD-OWNED LAND;

2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO FACILITATE CONSTRUCTION OF THE RECREATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS, INCLUDING AN ESCROW AGREEMENT; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE ILA, INCLUDING MODIFYING THE EXHIBITS UNDER THE ILA, FINALIZING PROJECT SCOPE AND TIMELINE, CANCELLING OR TERMINATING THE ILA, AND PLACING THE CITY IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. finalize negotiations and execute an Interlocal Agreement (\u201cILA\u201d) between the School Board and the City of North Miami (\u201cCity\u201d) for the design, construction and joint funding of recreational facilities to be constructed by the City on Board-owned land;

2. execute any other documents that may be required to facilitate construction of the recreational improvements, including an Escrow Agreement; and

3. grant or deny all approvals required under the ILA, including modifying the exhibits under the ILA, finalizing project scope and timeline, canceling or terminating the ILA, and placing the City in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-8 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CORAL BAY COVE, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 224-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 14201 S.W. 260 DRIVE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; AND

2. EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND

3. GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among Coral Bay Cove, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company (the \u201cApplicant\u201d) , the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 224-unit residential development located at 14201 S.W. 260 Drive, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools;

2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-9 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1. EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 17550 COLLINS AVENUE, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH, IN CONNECTION WITH A 61-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT KNOWN AS AURORA, LOCATED AT 17550 COLLINS AVENUE, CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY;

2. EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND

3. GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among 17550 Collins Avenue, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (the \u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and City of Sunny Isles Beach, in connection with a 61-unit residential development known as Aurora, located at 17550 Collins Avenue, City of Sunny Isles Beach, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;

2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PINECREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 10250 S.W. 57 AVENUE, PINECREST, FLORIDA 33156, PROJECT NUMBER 01530100

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), for Part 2 (Full A/E) services for Renovations at Pinecrest Elementary School, located at 10250 S.W. 57 Avenue, Pinecrest, Florida 33156, Project Number 01530100, as follows:

  • 1) A lump sum fee of $207,000 for Part 2 services; and
  • 2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF ZYSCOVICH, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR NEW K-8 CENTER - PHASE I GRADES K-5 (A REUSE OF STATE SCHOOL \u201cM-1\u201d) LOCATED AT N.W. 102 AVENUE AND N.W. 78 STREET, DORAL, FLORIDA 33196, PROJECT NUMBER 01845900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Zyscovich, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for New K-8 Center - Phase I Grades K-5 (a reuse of State School \u201cM-1\u201d) located at N.W. 102 Avenue and N.W. 78 Street, Doral, Florida 33196, Project Number 01845900, as follows:

  • 1) a lump sum fee of $440,000 for A/E Basic Services; and
  • 2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 REJECT ALL PROPOSALS RECEIVED IN RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS #161 FOR THE SELECTION OF SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS FOR MECHANICAL, ELECTRICAL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR PROJECTS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, reject all proposals received in response to Request for Qualifications #161 for the selection of Special Projects Consultants to provide mechanical, electrical and structural engineering services for projects up to $2 million each.

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $5,135.69.

B-2.Final Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01434000, General Obligation Bond funded renovations, Jesse J. McCrary, Jr. Elementary School for a credit of $1,557.80.

B-3.Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01434400, General Obligation Bond funded renovation, KenwoodK-8 Center for an additional cost of $881,341.00.

B-4. Final Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01339300, General Obligation Bond funded renovations, Miami Sunset Senior High School for a credit of $161,340.08.

B-5.Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01534700, General Obligation Bond New K-8 Center School, located at S.W. 167 Avenue And S.W 95 Street, Miami, Florida 33196 for an additional cost of $3,207.70.

 

F-60 FINAL READING: ADOPT PROPOSED NEW POLICY 8420.01, SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND PREPAREDNESS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the proposed new Policy 8420.01 Severe Weather Emergency Management and Preparedness and authorize the Superintendent to file the new Policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 25, 2018.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve three (3) delineated applications for contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 9140, CITIZENS\u2019 ADVISORY COMMITTEES; 6840, AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AND BYLAW 0165.1, AGENDAS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 9140, Citizens\u2019 Advisory Committees; 6840, Audit and Budget Advisory Committee; and Bylaw 0165.1, Agendas, and file the amended Policies and Bylaw with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 25, 2018.

 

G-2 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS; 5200, ATTENDANCE; AND 8340, LETTERS OF REFERENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 2431, Interscholastic Athletics; 5200, Attendance; and 8340, Letters of Reference, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 25, 2018.

 

G-3 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2111, PARENT INVOLVEMENT \u2013 A HOME-SCHOOL-DISTRICT PARTNERSHIP; 2261, TITLE I SERVICES; 2271, DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAMS; 2370.01, VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION; 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES; AND TO REPEAL AND REPLACE 5111.01, HOMELESS STUDENTS, AND TO REQUEST APPROVAL OF REVISIONS TO INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS DEPARTMENT PROCEDURES MANUAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

(1) adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 2111, Parent Involvement \u2013 A Home-School-District Partnership; 2261, Title I Services; 2271, Dual Enrollment Programs; 2370.01, Virtual Instruction; 2510, Instructional Materials and Resources and to Repeal and Replace 5111.01, Homeless Students, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 25, 2018; and

(2) approve the proposed revisions to the Instructional Materials Department Procedures Manual.

 

G-4 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BYLAW 0156, LEGAL COUNSEL; POLICY 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS; AND BYLAW 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS

RECOMMENDED: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Bylaw 0156, Legal Counsel; Policy 6835, Office of Management and Compliance Audits; and Bylaw 0165, Public Meetings, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended Bylaws and Policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 25, 2018.

 

G-5 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. RODOLFO LEAL, DOAH Case No. 17-1827TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Rodolfo Leal, DOAH Case No. 17-1827TTS, and terminating Respondent\u2019s employment with the School Board.

 

G-6 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6840, AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board Policy 6840, Audit and Budget Advisory Committee.

 

G-7 SUBJECT: PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Robbin Times-Dudley v. Frank MacBride, in his individual capacity and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, U.S. District Court Case No. 18-cv-20659-MGC; Bernd Rind v. Frank Morris, Circuit Court Case No. 18-0006984

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employees who are individually named as defendants in the cases of Robbin Times-Dudley v. Frank MacBride, in his individual capacity and Miami-Dade County Public Schools, U.S. District Court Case No. 18-cv-20659-MGC, and Bernd Rind v. Frank Morris, Circuit Court Case No. 18-0006984.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 DRUG PREVENTION, NEW CHALLENGES AND POLICY PROVISIONS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Review and evaluate the effectiveness of current drug prevention programs in the District, with the possible inclusion of students, impacted parents and drug prevention specialists, and determine if these programs should be updated or eliminated before the presentation of the 2018-2019 budget; and,

2. Accumulate and evaluate data gathered by the District\u2019s research department to see if there are more effective drug prevention methods and programs that M-DCPS should implement before finalizing the 2018-19-budget; and,

3. Continue to ensure that when hiring additional counselors they have the credentials to address substance abuse and addiction; and,

4. Determine whether any revision or recommendation is necessary to current policies due to a wave of new drugs such as the latest smoking alternative, the Juul product; and;

5. Provide a response before the presentation of the budget for 2018-19-school year.

 

H-4 SEA LEVEL RISE, ACADEMIC PROGRAMMING AND CONSTRUCTION DESIGN (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Consider new academic programs as it pertains to flooding; and,

2. Review construction designs to accommodate for the projected changes to Florida\u2019s landscape; and,

3. Provide a response on or before the July 2018 School Board meeting.

 

H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 16-20, 2018, AS THE WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida Endorse The Week of the Young Child, on April 16-20, 2018.

 

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MAY 2018 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND MAY 10, 2018 AS NATIONAL CHILDREN\u2019S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of May 2018 as Mental Health Awareness Month and May 10, 2018 as National Children\u2019s Mental Health Awareness Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-7 PROCESS FOR EXPEDITING TIME SENSITIVE MEDIA RELEASES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, requests the Superintendent to create a process for the distribution of time sensitive media releases and report back to the Board no later than May 16, 2018.

 

H-8 TEACHER COMPENSATION (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. include in the upcoming workshops approved by the Board the strategies outlined in this agenda item and/or those presented and discussed by Board Members at its meeting of April 25, 2018; and

2. continue to ensure that teacher compensation is a priority, as safety and security, for the 2018-2019 school year.

 

H-9 ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 2018 AS BILINGUAL LITERACY MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Floridaendorse the month of May as Bilingual Literacy Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-10 PARTNERSHIP WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO PROMOTE SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUTER SERVICES SCHOOLPOOL PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to:

(a) Seek a partnership with Miami-Dade County to jointly market and promote participation in the Florida Department of Transportation\u2019s SchoolPool Program;

(b) Examine additional opportunities to encourage Miami-Dade County residents to carpool to and from schools; and

(c) Provide a report to the Board by June 20, 2018.

 

H-11 ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 116th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA - MAY 20, 2018 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Cuban-American community as it commemorates May 20, 2018 as the 116th anniversary of the Independence of Cuba from Spain.

 

H-12 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA REASSIGN THE OFFICE MANAGER AND THEIR STAFF TO REPORT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, reassign the School Board Office Manager and support staff assigned to that office to report directly to the School Board of Miami-Dade County and to support all Board members in fulfilling their responsibilities and conducting School Board business.

 

H-13 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2018 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND AUTHORIZING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS TO FOSTER RELATED ACTIVITIES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOESED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, observe the month of May 2018 as Haitian Heritage Month.

 

H-14 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 8, 2018 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY chair PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: t hat The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve endorsement of May 8, 2018 as National Teacher Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-15 ANNUAL PERFORMANCE PLANNING, ASSESSMENT, AND EVALUATION (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida continues to implement provisions outlined in applicable Board Policy, Florida state statutes, and existing Employment Agreements of the School Board Attorney, Chief Auditor, and Superintendent, and direct the School Board Attorney, Chief Auditor, and Superintendent to:

1. Meet individually with Board members, if requested, to discuss Board Relationships and goal adjustments, and to advise of those areas of the job performance deserving of commendation and accolades, as well as discuss goals and objectives for the subsequent year;

2. Submit to each Board member, if requested and as applicable, not later than thirty (30) days prior to June 1, a written self-assessment of performance in meeting the District goals.

 

H-17 PROVIDING A SAFE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT FOR STUDENTS, TEACHERS, AND STAFF (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. in light of recent statutory revisions to existing laws by the Florida legislature, review current Board policies and state statutes and report back to the Board with any necessary policy revisions or amendments to ensure that the prohibition of weapons on school grounds by any employee, except School Police remains inviolate; and

2. request that any funds received by the District through the Feis Guardian Program be allocated for the training and hiring of additional school resource officers and school safety officers.

 

H-18 AGENDA ITEMS AND COST REPORTING (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. Update the School Board with cost information on any agenda item proffered by School Board members that did not contain a cost estimate upon its passage and where its implementation costs exceed $10,000; and,

2. Update the School Board with cost information on any agenda item proffered by School Board members that contained a cost estimate where the highest number in the estimate is exceeded by ten percent.

 

H-19 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO REVIEW CURRENT SCHOOL CAMPUS SIGNAGE PLANS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review current school campus signage plans, directional signage, and the implementation of security cameras and report back to the Board by August 15, 2018.

 

H-21 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO SCHEDULE A SCHOOL BOARD FORUM WITH THE DADE LEGISLATIVE DELEGATION TO PRESENT AND DISCUSS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) ACHIEVEMENTS, POLICIES, AND FUNDING NEEDS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to schedule a School Board Forum with the Dade Legislative Delegation to present and discuss Miami-Dade County Public Schools achievements, policies, and funding needs, within the next three to six months.

 

H-22 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-028 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, REQUESTING EQUITABLE DISTRIBUTION OF UNUSED FUNDS FROM COACH AARON FEIS GUARDIAN PROGRAM (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 18-028 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, requesting the unused balance of funds from the Coach Aaron Feis Guardian Program be equitably distributed, based on each district\u2019s proportionate share of the state\u2019s total unweighted full-time equivalent student enrollment, to school districts who did not participate in the program for the sole purpose of hiring additional school resource and safety officers and authorize the Superintendent's transmittal to appropriate outlets inclusive of the Governor, the Commissioner of Education, the State Board of Education, the State Legislature and other relevant stakeholders.

 

H-23 FLORIDA CONSTITUTION REVISION COMMISSION (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the School Board Attorney to analyze the impact of the proposed constitutional revision P6003 specifically related to the governance structure of public schools and school districts and related operational impacts, and provide that analysis to the Board no later than July 18, 2018.

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaisons and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon the conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 21, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING -
 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 19, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE APRIL 9 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2018 INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, APRIL 12, 2018, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY\u2019S PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-015 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust to be April 9 through April 13, 2018 including the Day of Remembrance known as Yom Hashoah, April 12, 2018, to be observed in all of Miami-Dade County\u2019s public schools.

 

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BEATRIZ MARTINEZ-PE\u00d1ALVER (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution No. 18-020 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Beatriz Martinez-Pe\u00f1alver.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2017-18 ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE NO PLACE FOR HATE DESIGNATION SCHOOLS (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 18-021 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing, the 2017-18 Anti-Defamation League No Place for Hate Designation Schools.

 

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-017 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CITY OF MIAMI NEIGHBORHOOD ENHANCEMENT TEAM (NET) DIRECTOR VONCAROL KINCHENS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.18-017 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing City of Miami Neighborhood Enhancement Team (NET) Director vonCarol Kinchens.

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-019 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2018 JUNIOR LEAGUE OF MIAMI SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: MS. TELKEVIA MACKEY, MS. ANDREA LLAMAS SANCHEZ, MS. LOURDES TATEM AND MS. CHRISTY CURRAS

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-019 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2018 Junior League of Miami scholarship recipients: Ms. Telkevia Mackey, Ms. Andrea Llamas Sanchez, Ms. Lourdes Tatem and Ms. Christy Curras.

 

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2018 AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (AFSCME) SUPPORT PERSONNEL OF THE YEAR IN MIAMI-DADE COUTNY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.18-018 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2018 AFSCME Support Personnel of the Year:

1. Food & Nutrition: Ms. Angela Johnson, Food Service Manager III, Aventura Waterways K-8 Center and the 2018 AFSCME Support Personnel of the Year;

2. Maintenance: Mr. Treadwell Smith, Head Custodian, Facilities Operations-Maintenance Service Center 1;

3. Transportation: Mr. Timothy Jones, School Bus Driver Trainer, Department of Transportation; and

4. Plant Operations: Ms. Portia Williams, Head Custodian, Fulford Elementary School.

 

B-9 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING APRIL 2018 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-016 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming April 2018 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Hialeah Gardens Middle School Jazz Band

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • March 1, 2018 Emergency Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.


A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED 3)

  • Magnet Schools of America
  • Sandy Hook Promise Presentation
  • Recognition of M-DCPS Crisis Response Team for their service in response to the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School

A-2 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-027-MT \u2013 SALE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1370 N.E. SECOND AVENUE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-16-02-MT SALE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1370 N.E. SECOND AVENUE, to offer for sale and/or development an existing parking lot (with a lot size of approximately 49,075 square feet) owned by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida with the highest ranked proposer, as follows:

  • 1370 NE 2nd, LLC
    2200 BISCAYNE BOULEVARD
    MIAMI, FL 33137
    OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL SHEITELMAN, VICE PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE the Superintendent to finalize all required documents and agreements with Proposer and the Omni CRA and present to the Board for approval.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL FROM JANUARY 19, 2018 THROUGH FEBRUARY 22, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1105 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from January 19, 2018 through February 22, 2018.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective March 22, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

 

D-22 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT WITH THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE 2018 GLAZER AND LORTON WRITING INSTITUTE IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $75,000 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into a contractual agreement with the University of Miami for the delivery of the 2018 Glazer and Lorton Writing Institute in an amount not to exceed $75,000.

 

D-23 REQUEST TO ADD POSITION TO THE SENIOR MANAGEMENT SERVICE CLASS (SMSC) OF THE FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the inclusion of the Economic Equity & Diversity Compliance Officer position in the SMSC of FRS effective March 22, 2018.

 

D-24 APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT - THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND DAVID A. DOOLEY AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (AFSCME)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the resignation of David A. Dooley and approve the Settlement Agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and David A. Dooley and The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees, Local 1184.

 

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

A)Clifford A. Jackson: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at William H. Turner Technical Arts High School, for seven (7) calendar days, effective March 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

B)Gregory Jones: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at William H. Turner Technical Arts High School, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective March 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

C)Kennard E. Moore: suspension without pay from his position as School Security Monitor at Morningside K-8 Center, for twenty (20) workdays, effective March 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 5630, Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes.

D)Lillian M. Orozco: suspension without pay from her position as ESE Placement Specialist at Pre-Kindergarten Special Education, for twenty-five (25) workdays, effective March 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAG.

E)Kelvin S. Richards: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at William H. Turner Technical Arts High School, for seven (7) calendar days, effective March 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

 

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS, AND TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve two new charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate a contract reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board with:

  • 1. AcadeMir Charter School, Inc., d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School East K-5 (High Performing Replication of AcadeMir Charter School West, MSID 0410); and,
  • 2. Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., d/b/a. Academy of International Education Upper School for Science and Technology.

B. Approve two charter school contract amendments with:

  • 1. AcadeMir Charter Schools, Inc. d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School Preparatory (MSID 1015), to increase student enrollment by 50 students to a maximum of 850 students commencing July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2021; and,
  • 2. Downtown Doral Charter Upper School, Inc., (Downtown Doral Charter Upper School), to increase maximum student enrollment by 280 students as follows: (i) in year 2 from 766 to 900 students; (ii) in year 3 from 976 to 1,100 students; and (iii) in years 4 and 5 from 1,070 to 1,300 students commencing July 1, 2018 and ending June 30, 2023.

C. Approve two charter contract renewals with:

  • 1. Archimedean Academy, Inc., d/b/a Archimedean Upper Conservatory (MSID 7265), to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2033; and,
  • 2. Excelsior Academies, Inc., d/b/a Excelsior Language Academy of Hialeah (MSID 5029), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term commencing July 1, 2018, and ending June 30, 2023.

D. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending January 2018.

 

E-51 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings for Initial reading in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 5112, Entrance Requirements.

 

E-86 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of WLRN Television and Radio Stations for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017.

 

E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 26 OF 128 CHARTER SCHOOLS AND 3 COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBOs) OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 26 of 128 Charter Schools and 3 Community Based Organizations (CBOs) Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017.

 

E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-044-MT\u2013 IN-SCHOOL NURSING (RN AND LPN) AND RESPIRATORY THERAPIST SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD Request For Proposals No. RFP-16-044-MT\u2013IN- SCHOOL NURSING (RN AND LPN) ND RESPIRATORY THERAPIST SERVICES, to provide registered nursing, licensed practical nursing, and respiratory therapy services for various Miami-Dade County Public School locations during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of June 11, 2018 through June 10, 2020 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • A. EDU HEALTHCARE, LLC
    7930 WEST KENTON CIRCLE, SUITE 220
    HUNTERSVILLE, NC 28078
    OWNER/OFFICER: MATTHEW LEWIS, VICE PRESIDENT
  • B. NATIONWIDE HEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC. MWBE
    111 NW 183RD STREET, SUITE 420
    MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33169
    OWNER/OFFICER: PURIFICACION F. OVIASOGIE, PRESIDENT
    ASIAN AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide registered nursing, licensed practical nursing, and respiratory therapy services, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-144 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings for Initial reading in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 6320, Purchasing.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS FOR THREE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept three grant awards from:

  • a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under The Florida Best and Brightest Teacher and Principal Scholarship Program, in the approximate amount of $23,124,800, for the grant period of July 1, 2017, through June 30, 2018;
  • b. University of Miami for funding under the Supporting Educators\u2019 Academic Literacies and Enhanced Discourse (SEALED), in the approximate amount of $585,946, for the grant period of October 1, 2017, through September 30, 2020; and
  • c. CareerSource South Florida for funding under the Summer Youth Internship Program, in the amount of $1,500,000, for the grant period of April 1, 2018, through September 30, 2018.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FURTHER EXPLORE A POSSIBLE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE BOARD AND THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES, COLLECTIVELY THE PARTIES, FOR THE JOINT DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF BOARD-OWNED LANDS FOR THE MUTUAL BENEFIT OF THE PARTIES, AND BRING BACK AN ITEM TO THE BOARD AT THE APPROPRIATE TIME

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to further explore a possible collaboration between the Board and the Town of Miami Lakes, collectively the Parties, for the joint development and use of Board-owned lands for the mutual benefit of the Parties, and bring back an item to the Board at the appropriate time.

 

F-2 RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM MARCIA GARDENS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY KNOWN AS MARCIA GARDENS APARTMENTS, LOCATED AT 10301 SW 127 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33186

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recommend approval to Miami-Dade County of a request from Marcia Gardens, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company, for exemption from educational facilities impact fees in connection with a housing project for the elderly known as Marcia Gardens Apartments, located at 10301 SW 127 Avenue, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33186.

 

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

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  • 1) EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CEDAR PARC ALLIANCE, LLC, PARC VENTURES, LLC, AND CORAL BAY COVE, LLC, EACH A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (COLLECTIVELY, THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 224-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 14201 S.W. 260 DRIVE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33032, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; AND
  • 2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND
  • 3) GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  • 1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among Cedar Parc Alliance, LLC, Parc Ventures, LLC, and Coral Bay Cove, LLC, each a Florida Limited Liability Company (collectively, the \u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 224-unit residential development located at 14201 S.W. 260 Drive, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33032, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and
  • 2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
  • 3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-4 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:(WIDTHDRAWN)

  • 1. EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG SFI PALM TREE FARMS LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (\u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A 283-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 11406 S.W. 248 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33032, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS; AND
  • 2. EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTATION THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AGREEMENT; AND
  • 3. GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ISSUANCE OF REPORTS AND RELEASES, AND PLACING THE APPLICANT IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  • 1) execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among SFI Palm Tree Farms, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company(\u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a 283-unit residential development located at 11406 S.W. 248 Street, Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33032, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning Between Miami-Dade County and Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and
  • 2) execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
  • 3) grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-27 AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS AGREEMENTS FOR SHELTERED MARKET, MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE FIRMS, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $200,000 EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, AS AMENDED, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

  • FANJUL & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C.
  • JORGE A. GUTIERREZ ARCHITECT, L.L.C.

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize a one-year extension of the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultants agreements for Sheltered Market, Micro Business Enterprise firms, for miscellaneous projects with construction budgets up to $200,000 each, under the same terms, conditions and fees, as the original Agreements, as amended, with the following firms:

  • Fanjul & Associates, L.L.C.
  • Jorge A. Gutierrez Architect, L.L.C.

 

F-28 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK (SHELTERED MARKET FOR MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $200,000 EACH, FOR ONE YEAR, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE CURRENT AGREEMENT, WITH LLORENS CONTRACTING L.L.C.

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize to extend the Construction Manager at-Risk (Sheltered Market for Micro Business Enterprise) for Miscellaneous Projects up to $200,000 each, for one year, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the current agreement, with Llorens Contracting L.L.C.

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 00223200, General Obligation Bond funded school replacement, Miami Norland Senior High School for a credit of $7,772.61

B-2. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 6 on Project Number A0821, Addition, Remodeling Renovation, Ojus Elementary for a credit of $11,438.91

B-3. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01534700, New K-8 Center School, located at S.W. 167 Avenue and S.W. 95 Street, Miami, Florida 33196 for an additional cost of $5,802.87

 

F-41 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01516900

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the proposed facility at the Miami Palmetto Senior High School Site; Project Number 01516900

 

F-42 AWARD TO LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED CLASSROOM ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS AT RUTH K. BROAD/ BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 1155 93 STREET, BAY HARBOR ISLANDS, FL 33154; PROJECT NUMBER 01439400

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Link Construction Group, Inc., the General Obligation Bond funded classroom addition and renovations at Ruth K. Broad/ Bay Harbor K-8 Center, located at 1155 93 Street, Bay Harbor Islands, Florida 33154; Project Number 01439400; on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $6,743,285.00.

 

F-60 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED NEW POLICY 8420.01, SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND PREPAREDNESS

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings for Initial reading in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to promulgate new Board Policy 8420.01. Severe Weather Emergency Management and Preparedness.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve three (3) delineated applicationsfor contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BYLAW 0156, LEGAL COUNSEL; POLICY 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS; AND BYLAW 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS

RECOMMENDED: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board Bylaw 0156, Legal Counsel; Policy 6835, Office of Management and Compliance Audits; and Bylaw 0165, Public Meetings.

 

G-2 PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT (REVISED)

SETTLEMENT OF CLAIMS BY JCON GROUP CORP. AND THE HANOVER INSURANCE COMPANY AS SURETY AGAINST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and execute the Settlement Agreement with The Hanover Insurance Company.

 

G-3 ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: accept the December 2017 Report of the School Board Attorney

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-1 PARTNERSHIPS WITH MUNICIPALITIES TO SUPPORT SCHOOL SAFETY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

(a) Review current mutual aid agreements and memorandum of understanding agreements with municipalities and/or law enforcement agencies across Miami-Dade County and as appropriate, enter into agreements with additional entities for the purpose of deploying police officers to support increased safety in and around our schools; and

(b) Provide an update to the Board no later than April 25, 2018.

 

H-3 GRIEF SENSITIVE SCHOOLS (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to work with The Coalition to Support Grieving Students to explore implementing the Grief Sensitive Schools initiative in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and report back to the Board by the April 25, 2018 School Board Meeting.

 

H-4 CLEAR BACKPACKS PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) Initiate rulemaking procedures to amend Board Policy 5511, Dress Code and School Uniforms to add language that would provide schools the option to participate in a mandatory clear backpack program including:

  • a) The EESAC at each school determines that a vote should be taken during the spring of any given year as to whether a school should establish a mandatory clear backpack program or not.
  • b) Voting shall occur on a specific, advertised date(s) that do not conflict with testing dates to be effective the following school year.
  • c) At least fifty (50%) plus one (1) of the parents in that school who vote must vote in favor of establishing a mandatory clear backpack program for it to be implemented.
  • d) This vote will stand for a minimum of three (3) school years, at which time the EESAC may determine if a subsequent vote is warranted.

2) Provide schools the option to participate in a mandatory clear backpack program before the conclusion of the 2017-2018 school year to be implemented in the 2018-2019 school year.

 

H-6 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE COLLABORATIONS TO STUDY AND ENHANCE THE RATE OF REFERRAL AND IDENTIFICATION OF FEMALE STUDENTS WITH AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore collaborations to enhance the identification of female students with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).

 

H-7 AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6840

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, to amend School Board Policy 6840, Audit and Budget Advisory Committee, to delete the requirement that the Audit and Budget Advisory Committee consult the Superintendent when it makes its recommendations with respect to the filling of the position of Chief Auditor.

 

H-8 COUNTYWIDE YOUTH SAFETY ROUNDTABLE WITH GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County authorize the Superintendent to collaborate with Miami-Dade County and all 34 municipalities to reconvene the Joint Roundtable on Youth Safety.

 

H-9 LOCKDOWN DRILLS (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1. expedite the review and updating of lockdown protocols for an active shooter scenario, ensuring best practices are utilized, to include consideration of students with special needs, and subsequently reflected in the Critical Incident Response Plan (CIRP) / Emergency Operations Plan;

2. ensure standardized and updated training on lock down protocols for an active shooter scenario is provided to all personnel and made continuously available to new hires and substitute teachers and staff;

3. increase the number of drills implementing lockdown protocols for an active shooter scenario to equal the current emergency evacuation drill requirement, as soon as possible, but no later than May 1, 2018; and

4. communicate to parents and community stakeholders that updated lockdown protocols for an active shooter scenario have been implemented.

 

H-10 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 11TH ANNUAL MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURE, HORSE & CATTLE SHOW ON APRIL 13-15, 2018 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida endorse the 11th Annual Miami International Agriculture, Horse & Cattle Show on April 13-15, 2018.

 

H-11 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO REVIEW CURRENT PRACTICES, PROCEDURES, AND POLICIES RELATED TO MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND PROGRAM AWARENESS FOR STUDENTS AND EMPLOYEES IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to review current practices, procedures, and policies related to mental health services, including evaluation procedures and timelines, program awareness, and professional development, and report back to the Board by June 20, 2018.

 

H-12 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 21, 2018, AS WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY (WDSD) IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March, 21, 2018 as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-13 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 22-28, 2018 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRIL25, 2018 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of April 22-28, 2018 as Administrative Professionals Week and April 25, 2018 as Administrative Professionals Day.

 

H-14 COMMITTEE SCHEDULES (WIDTHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, institute a process for rotating the order of the monthly committee meetings on a four-month trial basis.

 

H-15 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING THE SCHOLAS CITIZENSHIP MIAMI PROJECT DURING THE SUMMER OF 2018 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of implementing the Scholas Citizenship Miami Project during the summer of 2018 and report back to the Board by May 16, 2018

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING -
 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-008 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2018 WILSON SCHOLARS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-008 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Class of 2018 Wilson Scholars.

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2017-19 NATIONAL PTA SCHOOLS OF EXCELLENCE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-009 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2017-19 National PTA Schools of Excellence.

 

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, 2019 TEACHER OF THE YEAR FINALIST (REPLACEMENT)

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2018 ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR, MS. STEPHANIE L. PIERRE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.18-012 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami-Dade County Public Schools 2018 Rookie Teacher of the Year, Ms. Stephanie L. Pierre.

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. GEORGE M. KOONCE, JR. (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-011 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. George M. Koonce, Jr.

 

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 2019 FRANCISCO R. WALKER TEACHER OF THE YEAR, MS. MOLLY WINTERS DIALLO (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-014 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 2019 Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year, Ms. Molly Winters Diallo.

 

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Miami Northwestern Senior High School Dancers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • January 25, 30, and February 2, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • January 17, 2018 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.


A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

  • Superintendent's Discussion of and Plan for School Security Measures and Mental Health Solutions

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT WITH DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL, INC., D/B/A DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute a management agreement with Downtown Doral Charter Upper School, Inc., a Florida Not-for-Profit Corporation, d/b/a Downtown Doral Charter Upper School to provide services that may include: financial management services, governance coordination and corporate records maintenance, school operations services and support, regulatory compliance support, other support services including but not limited to human resources coordination, student information systems support, accreditation, and principal support for the term of the charter school contract, with renewal options, and for a fee of up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year. Additional services, including but not limited to food services and informational technology services, may be provided under separate contracts at cost.

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20

1. REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL FROM DECEMBER 8, 2017 THROUGH JANUARY 18, 2018

2. REQUEST APPROVAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD FROM OCTOBER 14, 2017 THROUGH FEBRUARY 9, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

1. Personnel Action Listing for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from December 8, 2017 through January 18, 2018.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from October 14, 2017 through February 9, 2018.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective February 22, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

 

D-22 RATIFICATION OF THE 2017-2018 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FLORIDA STATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2017-2018 Tentative Agreement reopener contract with FOP effective July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2018.

 

D-55

1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:

1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  • A)Quenia Caignet: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Coral Gables Preparatory Academy, for twenty (20)workdays, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 5630, Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A- 10.081, FAG.
  • B)Eric Dent: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Homestead Senior High School, for five (5) calendar days, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • C)Angela S. King: suspension without pay from her position as School Bus Driver at Southwest Transportation Center, for ten (10) calendar days, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI, of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • D)Gregory D. Marion: suspension without pay from his position as Paraprofessional Ill at Robert Renick Educational Center, for twenty (20) workdays, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 44 7.209, Florida Statutes.
  • E)Kevin J. Only: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Redland Middle School, for five (5) calendar days, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • F)Jerry Xavier: suspension without pay from his position as Custodian at Whispering Pines Elementary School, for five (5) calendar days, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  • A)Eve I. Dailey: suspension without pay from her position as School Bus Driver at John H. Schee Transportation Center, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • B)Johnny Durham: demotion from his position as Lead Custodian at Young Men's Preparatory Academy to Custodian, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • C)Tellyse A. Hampton: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Custodian at Miami Palmetto Senior High School, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4430, Leaves of Absence; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.40, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • D)William B. Johnson: suspension without pay from his position as School Bus Driver at Northeast Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • E) Livingston Wint: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as School Bus Driver at North Transportation Center, effective February 22, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1}(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

 

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE CHARTER CONTRACT AMENDMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve an amendment to the charter school contract for South Florida Autism Charter Schools, Inc., (1070- South Florida Autism Charter School) to change the school\u2019s location to a permanent facility located at 3651 West 108 Street, Hialeah, FL 33018 (Folio No. 04-2017-001-0085); and temporarily remain at their current facility located at 18305 N.W, 75 Place, Hialeah Gardens, Florida 33015, until the construction at the permanent facility is completed.

 

D-66 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2018 \u2013 2019 SCHOOL YEAR:

1. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2018 \u2013 2019, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 20, 2018

2. ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2018 \u2013 2019, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 20, 2018

3. JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2018 \u2013 2019, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 6, 2018

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

  • 1.The Elementary and Secondary School Calendar \u2013 2018-2019, with a start date of August 20, 2018;
  • 2. The Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar \u2013 2018-2019, with a start date of August 20, 2018; and
  • 3. The Juvenile Justice Education School Calendar \u2013 2018-2019, with a start date of July 6, 2018.

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending December 2017.

 

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,843 deletions with a depreciated cost of $663,163 and 12 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $25,899 to update the records for October, November and December 2017.

 

E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2017-18 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  • 1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2017-18 General Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by ($41,070,407); and
  • 2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the agenda item).

 

E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2017-18 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  • 1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2017-18 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review, accepting donations, decreasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $26,503,239 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described on page 4 of the agenda item and summarized on page 6 of the agenda item.
  • 2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No.1, FY 2017-18 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review.

 

E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2017-18 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2017-18 Debt Service Funds Mid-Year Budget Review decreasing (1) revenue, other financing sources, and fund balance from prior year, and (2) appropriations, other financing uses, and year end fund balance by the amount of $5,984,760.

 

E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2017-18 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2017-18, Food Service Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues by $10,583,269, increasing appropriations by $2,766,295 and increasing ending fund balance by $7,816,974.

 

E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2017-18 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2017-18 Internal Service Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues net position and expenses by $30,677,000; and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

 

E-19 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2017-18 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2017-18 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $54,277,218 and

2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

 

E-66 RENEWAL OF DISTRICT\u2019S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize staff to enter into negotiations through its broker and secure and bind $250M in coverage limits, with annual premiums for all property insurance premiums and associated fees not to exceed $20M, inclusive of the third year renewal of the STORM Parametric Property Insurance Policy and excluding 2017-2018 MYSIP NCB reimbursements/premium credits and state required surcharges and assessments, effective May 1, 2018, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District\u2019s property insurance budget, with a full report including confirmation of coverages, carriers, deductibles, costs and terms to be submitted to the Board its meeting of May 16, 2018;

2. authorize staff to secure and bind terrorism coverage, through its broker in the amount of $50M property damage $10M bodily injury, effective May 16, 2018 with an annual premium not to exceed $100,000, including state fees, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District\u2019s property insurance budget; and

3. authorize the exploration of the private marketplace for flood insurance at the same terms, limits and conditions as the current NFIP, with a budget not to exceed $2.1M and bring back to the Board at the May 16, 2018 meeting the recommendation to either stay with the NFIP or move the District\u2019s flood insurance program to the private marketplace effective for the 12-month period of May 1, 2018 to April 30, 2019.

 

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 38 OF 128 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 38 of 128 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017.

 

E-88 INVESTIGATION OF UNITECH BUILDERS CORP. - DIRECT PURCHASE ORDER (DPO) FORGERY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the INVESTIGATION OF UNITECH BUILDERS CORP. - DIRECT PURCHASE ORDER (DPO) FORGERY.

 

E-89 REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SCOPE FOR THE MID-POINT AUDIT/REVIEW OF THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the scope of the mid-point audit/review of the General Obligation Bond funded School Improvement Program, as approved by the School Board at its meeting of November 15, 2017, Agenda Item H-3 Revised.

 

E-116 APPROVE SMALL/MICRO AND MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE ADVISORY COMMITTEE BY-LAWS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to approve Small/Micro and Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprise Advisory Committee By-Laws.

 

E-117 WITHDRAWAL OF AGENDA ITEM E-117, OFFICE OF ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES MANUAL (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Office of Economic Opportunity Administrative Procedures Manual.

 

E-118 AUTHORIZE THE RENEWAL OF THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT TO INCLUDE THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE CONTINUED IMPLEMENTATION OF TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN\u2019S EVIDENCE-BASED REFERRAL AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT SYSTEM (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorizes the Superintendent to:

1. execute the renewal of the Cooperative Agreement to include the Foundation for New Education Initiatives and Miami-Dade County to implement the evidence-based referral and family engagement system, as well as amendments, extensions, and renewals of such agreements and documents to implement the program; and exercise termination, waiver, and other provisions set forth therein; and

2. provide a report on the progress of the Together for Children initiative annually at the end of each school year.

 

E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-062-MT \u2013 TRADEMARK MANAGEMENT AND LOGO PROTECTION SERVICES (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-062-MT \u2013 TRADEMARK MANAGEMENT AND LOGO PROTECTION SERVICES, is to request sealed proposals for trademark management and logo protection services to be funded by sales, with an initial effective date of February 21, 2018 through February 20, 2019, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

  • K12 LICENSING, LLC.
    8900 KEYSTONE CROSSING, SUITE 605
    INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46240
    OWNER/OFFICER: JARED HARDING, GENERAL MANAGER

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide income generating services, at no cost to the District, for the Licensing Program, as may be required of these services, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s).

 

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-018-HR \u2013 GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.AWARDBid No. ITB-16-018-HR GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices for Asbestos and Mold Remediation Services and other contaminants for the Department of Asbestos Management, for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an effective date of February 21, 2018 through February 20, 2020, including extensions thereto, as follows:

  • A. DECON ENVIRONMENTAL & ENGINEERING, INC.
    2652 NW 31ST AVENUE,
    FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33311
    OWNER/OFFICER: ALON LEVIN, VICE PRESIDENT
  • AWARDED REGION: NORTH
  • B. MCO ENVIRONMENTAL, INC. SBE TIER 2/MWBE
    7275 N.W. 64 STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33166
    OWNER/OFFICER: JULIO O. OTAZO, VICE PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN
  • AWARDED REGION: CENTRAL
  • C. SIMPSON ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, INC.
    21310 HIGHWAY 98 NORTH
    TRILBY, FL 33593
    OWNER/OFFICER: TIM YAEGER, VICE PRESIDENT
  • AWARDED REGION: SOUTH

2. Authorize Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,500,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-143 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-059-LS \u2013 EPOXY FLOORING: FURNISH AND INSTALL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-059-LS EPOXY FLOORING: FURNISH AND INSTALL, due to a lack of responsive bidders for this solicitation and permit re-bidding.

 

E-144 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-041-MJ \u2013 MISCELLANEOUS STOCK ITEMS II

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-041-MJ \u2013 MISCELLANEOUS STOCK ITEMS II,to permit rebidding.

 

E-145 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-001-AC \u2013 HOOD CLEANING SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-001-AC \u2013 HOOD CLEANING SERVICES, due to a lack of responsive bidders for this solicitation and permit re-bidding.

 

E-146 DEBARMENT PROCEDURES, PURSUANT TO BOARD POLICY 6320.04 - CONTRACTOR DISCIPLINE, FOR THE FOLLOWING VENDORS: COMPLETE POWER SYSTEMS, LLC; RNH ELECTRIC, LLC; AND, STATE BUILDING CONTRACTORS, LLC

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  • 1. DEBAR, pursuant to Board Policy 6320.04, Contractor Discipline, for three (3) years and revocation of all S/MBE and M/WBE certifications for eighteen (18) months for Complete Power Systems, LLC, RNH Electric, LLC and State Building Contractors, LLC; and
  • 2. DEBAR, pursuant to Board Policy 6320.04, Contractor Discipline, for three (3) years the principals, Mr. Ashford, Mr. Lowe, and Mr. Davis, affiliated with the above-referenced firms.

 

E-147 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-002-MT \u2013 TELECOM SERVICES

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-002-MT \u2013 TELECOM SERVICES, for telecom services, with an initial effective date of February 21, 2018 through February 20, 2023, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for one (1) additional one (1) year extension period thereto, as follows, with the pricing for each service(s) attached hereto:

  • AWARD FOR WAN CONNECTIVITY AND VOICE SERVICES
  • a. AT&T CORP.
    600 NW 79TH AVENUE, ROOM 337
    MIAMI, FL 33126
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARGARITA CASTELLON,
    ACCOUNT MANAGER AT&T PUBLIC SECTOR SOLUTIONS
  • SUB-CONTRACTOR:
    INTERACTIVE BLUE COMMUNICATIONS, INC. dba
    NIDA CONSULTING GROUP, LLC. SBE/MWBE
    4150 SW 70 COURT
    MIAMI, FL 33155
    OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT MENA,
    OWNER HISPANIC MALE
  • AWARD FOR INTERNET CONNECTIVITY AND DDOS MITIGATION
  • b. COMCAST BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS, LLC
    789 INTERNATIONAL PARKWAY
    SUNRISE, FL 33325
    OWNER/OFFICER: ERIC WELBORN, STRATEGIC ENTERPRISE ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE
  • AWARD FOR LONG DISTANCE SERVICES
  • c. WINDSTREAM SERVICES, LLC
    4001 RODNEY PARHAM LITTLE ROCK,
    ARKANSAS 72212
    OWNER/OFFICER: CARLOS PADILLA, MAJOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide telecom services, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept a grant award from:

  • a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants, Title IV, Part A, in the approximate amount of $3,536,793, for the grant period of November 16, 2017, through July 31, 2018.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

  • a. Mawi Learning, in the approximate amount of $300,000, in support of the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants;
  • b. International Institute for Restorative Practices, in the approximate amount of $168,600, in support of the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants;
  • c. Moore Solutions, in the approximate amount of $57,500, in support of the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants; and
  • d. Learning.com, in the approximate amount of $306,200, in support of the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM CARIBBEAN VILLAGE, LTD., A FLORIDA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY KNOWN AS CARIBBEAN VILLAGE (PHASE I), LOCATED AT CARIBBEAN BOULEVARD AND S.W. 200 DRIVE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33157

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recommend approval to Miami-Dade County of a request from Caribbean Village, Ltd., a Florida Limited Partnership, for exemption from educational facilities impact fees in connection with a proposed housing project for the elderly known as Caribbean Village (Phase I), located at Caribbean Boulevard and S.W. 200 Drive, unincorporated Miami-Dade County, Florida 33157.

 

F-20 AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1) adjust the capital budget in the amount of $3,056,675 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and

2) make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

 

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF NYARKO ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT NORTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4251 EAST 5 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33013, PROJECT NUMBER 01529600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Nyarko Architectural Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer (Sheltered Market - Micro Business Enterprises) for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at North Hialeah Elementary School, located at 4251 East 5 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida, 33013, Project Number 01529600, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $17,500 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT NORTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4251 EAST 5 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33013, PROJECT NUMBER 01529600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.A.C. Construction, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at North Hialeah Middle School, located at 4251 East 5 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project Number 01529600, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $27,900 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF SR ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL & PLC Q, LOCATED AT 15851 S.W. 112 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33196, PROJECT NUMBER 01528700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission SR Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer (Sheltered Market - Micro Business Enterprises) for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School & PLC Q, located at 15851 S.W. 112 Street, Miami, Florida 33196, Project Number 01528700, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $17,500 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF LEGO CONSTRUCTION CO., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND PLC Q, LOCATED AT 15851 S.W. 112 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33196, PROJECT NUMBER 01528700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LEGO Construction Co., as Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School and PLC Q, located at 15851 S.W. 112 Street, Miami, Florida 33196, Project Number 01528700, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $27,200 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-30 COMMISSIONING OF GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, L.L.P., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE I) AT PALMETTO MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7351 S.W. 128 STREET, PINECREST, FLORIDA 33156, PROJECT NUMBER 01529900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Gili-McGraw Architects, L.L.P., as Architect/Engineer (Sheltered Market - Micro Business Enterprises) for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations (Phase I) at Palmetto Middle School, located at 7351 S.W. 128 Street, Pinecrest, Florida 33156, Project Number 01529900, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $15,800 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-31 COMMISSIONING OF J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION, CO., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE I) AT PALMETTO MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7351 S.W. 128 STREET, PINECREST, FLORIDA 33156, PROJECT NUMBER 01529900

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission J.R.T. Construction, Co., as Construction Management at-Risk firm (Sheltered Market - Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations (Phase I) at Palmetto Middle School, located at 7351 S.W. 128 Street, Pinecrest, Florida 33156, Project Number 01529900, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $25,300 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-32 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENT WITH ASSET BUILDERS L.L.C., DBA MESSAM CONSTRUCTION, TO REFLECT THE COMPANY\u2019S GRADUATION FROM MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE TO SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE STATUS AS A SHELTERED MARKET CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS UP TO $1 MILLION EACH

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize Amendment to the Agreement with Asset Builders L.L.C., dba Messam Construction, to reflect the company\u2019s graduation to Small Business Enterprise status as a Sheltered Market Construction Management at-Risk firm for Miscellaneous Projects up to $1 million each.

 

F-33 AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS SHELTERED MARKET FOR SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES AGREEMENTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $1.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, AS AMENDED, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

  • DESIGN2FORM, L.L.C.
  • EASTERN ENGINEERING GROUP COMPANY
  • FERGUSON GLASGOW SCHUSTER SOTO, INC.
  • GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, L.L.P.
  • JSA GROUP, INC.
  • MARTIN A. D. YABOR & ASSOCIATES, INC.
  • MAX WOLFE STURMAN ARCHITECT, INC.
  • NYARKO ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC.

 

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize a one-year extension to the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultants Sheltered Market for Small Business Enterprises Agreements for miscellaneous projects with construction budgets up to $1.0 Million each, under the same terms, conditions and fees, as the original Agreements, as amended, with the following firms:

  • Design2Form, L.L.C.
  • Eastern Engineering Group Company
  • Ferguson Glasgow Schuster Soto, Inc.
  • Gili-McGraw Architects, L.L.P.
  • JSA Group, Inc.
  • Martin A. D. Yabor & Associates, Inc.
  • Max Wolfe Sturman Architect, Inc.
  • Nyarko Architectural Group, Inc.

 

F-34 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE CURRENT CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK (CMR) MISCELLANEOUS (CMR-M) SHELTERED MARKET, SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, AGREEMENTS FOR PROJECTS UP TO $1 MILLION CONSTRUCTION BUDGET EACH, FOR ONE YEAR, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, WITH THE FOLLOWING TEN FIRMS; (REVISED)

  • M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC.
  • JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
  • CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
  • PIONEER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC.
  • LEE CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC.
  • STONEHENGE CONSTRUCTION, INC.
  • LEGO CONSTRUCTION CO.d2 CONSTRUCTION, INC.
  • CANYON CONSTRUCTION, INC.
  • ASSET BUILDERS, L.L.C. D/B/A MESSAM CONSTRUCTION

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize an extension of the Construction Manager at-Risk Miscellaneous for Sheltered Market, Small Business Enterprise, Agreements for Projects up to $1 Million Construction Budget each, for one year, under the same terms, conditions and fees as the original Agreements, as amended, with the following ten firms:

  • M.A.C. Construction, Inc.
  • JCI International, Inc.
  • Carivon Construction Company
  • Pioneer Construction Management Services, Inc.
  • LEE Construction Group, Inc.
  • Stonehenge Construction, Inc.
  • LEGO Construction Co.
  • d2 Construction, Inc.
  • Canyon Construction, Inc.
  • Asset Builders, L.L.C. d/b/a Messam Construction

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 8 on Project Number 01329500, General Obligation Bond funded replacement, Bunche Park Elementary School, for an additional cost of $92,953.72

B-2. Change Order Number 9 on Project Number 01138500, General Obligation Bond funded school replacement, Frederick Douglass Elementary School for an additional cost of $18,260.28

 

F-41 AWARD TO TGSV ENTERPRISES, INC., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED AUDITORIUM AND CLASSROOM ADDITION PROJECT FOR MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 AT ZELDA GLAZER, LOCATED AT 15015 S.W. 24 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33185; PROJECT NUMBER 01543800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to TGSV Enterprises, Inc., the General Obligation Bond funded auditorium and classroom addition project at Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer School, located at 15015 S.W. 24 Street, Miami, Florida 33185; Project Number 01543800; on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $10,857,518.00.

 

F-42 AWARD TO STATE CONTRACTING & ENGINEERING CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED BUILDING 04 REPLACEMENT- PHASE 1 AT MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2231 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139; PROJECT NUMBER 01339400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to State Contracting & Engineering Corporation, the General Obligation Bond funded building 04 replacement- Phase 1 at Miami Beach Senior High School, located at 2231 Prairie Avenue, Miami Beach, Florida 33139; Project Number 01339400; on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $2,680,300.00.

 

F-43 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO STOBS BROS CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT MIAMI SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL LOCATED AT 150 SOUTH ROYAL POINCIANA BOULEVARD, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA 33166; PROJECT NUMBER 01434900 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to Stobs Bros. Construction Company for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Miami Springs Middle School, located at 150 South Royal Poinciana Boulevard, Miami Springs, Florida 33166; Project Number 01434900, in the amount of $3,792,216.00 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $$170,730.00.

 

F-44 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT BENJAMIN FRANKLIN K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 13100 N.W. 12 AVENUE, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33168; PROJECT NUMBER 01432700

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to D. Stephenson Construction, Inc. for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Benjamin Franklin K-8 School, located at 13100 N.W. 12 Avenue, North Miami, Florida 33168; Project Number 01432700, in the amount of $6,937,332.00 which includes owner\u2019s contingency in the amount of $306,180.00

 

F-45 AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED CLASSROOM ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS AT ETHEL KOGER BECKHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4702 S.W. 143 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33175; PROJECT NUMBER 01426100 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Veitia Padron, Incorporated, the General Obligation Bond funded classroom addition and renovations at Ethel Koger Beckham Elementary School, located at 4702 S.W. 143 Court, Miami, Florida 33175; Project Number 01426100; on the basis of the lowest Base Bid in the amount of $5,476,000.00.

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve three (3) delineated applicationsfor contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Proposed Single Bid Limit Increase for one (1) delineated application.

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 9140, CITIZEN\u2019S ADVISORY COMMITTEES; 6840, AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AND BYLAW 0165.1, AGENDAS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board Policies 9140, Citizen\u2019s Advisory Committees, 6840; Audit and Budget Advisory Committee; and Bylaw 0165.1, Agendas.

 

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS; 5200, ATTENDANCE; AND 8340, LETTERS OF REFERENCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board policies 2431, Interscholastic Athletics; 5200, Attendance; and 8340, Letters of Reference.

 

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2111, PARENT INVOLVEMENT \u2013 A HOME-SCHOOL-DISTRICT PARTNERSHIP; 2261, TITLE I SERVICES; 2271, DUAL ENROLLMENT PROGRAMS; 2370.01, VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION; 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES; AND TO REPEAL AND REPLACE 5111.01, HOMELESS STUDENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board Policies 2111, Parent Involvement \u2013 A Home-School-District Partnership; 2261, Title I Services; 2271, Dual Enrollment Programs; 2370.01, Virtual Instruction; 2510, Instructional Materials; and Resources and to Repeal and Replace 5111.01, Homeless Students.

 

G-4 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. SILVIA T. JARDINES, DOAH CASE NO. 17-5165TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida accept the resignation of Silvia T. Jardines effective as of January 29, 2018.

 

G-5 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. WILLIAM L. ALEXANDER, DOAH CASE NO. 18-0527

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida accept the resignation of William L. Alexander effective as of February 6, 2018.

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-1 REVIEW OF PROTOCOL AND PROCEDURES ASSOCIATED WITH RESPONDING TO CRITICAL INCIDENTS AT SCHOOL SITES, AMEND STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES TO INCLUDE URGENT LEGISLATIVE REQUESTS FOR FUNDING TO ENHANCE SCHOOL AND STUDENT SAFETY, AND COLLABORATE WITH COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO ENHANCE THE SAFETY AROUND SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

1. request that the Superintendent to review protocol and procedures associated with responding to critical incidents at school sites and report back to the School Board by March 21, 2018;
2. modify the Board\u2019s Legislative Priorities at both the State and Federal levels to include the urgent request for funding to enhance school and student safety; and
3. request that the County and local municipalities collaborate with M-DCPS to provide an ongoing additional law enforcement presence around local school facilities as possible.

 

H-2 MATTERS RELATED TO THE POSITION OF CHIEF AUDITOR (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. select and appoint an Interim Chief Auditor not to exceed a period of six (6) months;

b. authorize the Chair to negotiate and execute an employment agreement with the Interim Chief Auditor on behalf of the Board; and

c. direct the Superintendent to initiate a search which provides for a national awareness of the position of Chief Auditor in order to identify a pool of qualified candidates for consideration pursuant to Board Policy 6840; and

d. prior to the negotiation of the employment contract for the position of permanent Chief Auditor, the Board shall conduct a workshop.

 

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD JOIN IN PROMOTING APRIL 22, 2018 AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BYCHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting April 22, 2018 as Earth Day and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in this celebration.

 

H-5 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD PROMOTE MARCH 2018 AS FLORIDA BIKE MONTH, ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY FESTIVITIES, AND RECOGNIZE THE BIKESAFE PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BYCHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, promote March 2018 as Florida Bike Month, encourage participation in the National Bike to School Day festivities, and recognize the BikeSafe Program for its efforts in improving bicycle safety at middle schools.

 

H-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MARCH 2018 AS NATIONAL WOMEN\u2019S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida recognize and observe March 2018 as Women\u2019s History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-8 REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO RECOGNIZE APRIL 2018 AS NATIONAL AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize April 2018 as National Autism Awareness Month.

 

H-9 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE FATHERS IN EDUCATION DAY, MAY 10, 2018 AND FATHERS IN ACTION & ADVOCACY WEEK, MAY 5-11, 2018 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Fathers in Education Day, May 10, 2018 and Fathers in Action & Advocacy Week, May 5-11, 2018 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-10 HOURLY/PART TIME EMPLOYEES COMPENSATION DURING STATE OF EMERGENCIES(REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of initiating rulemaking procedures, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, to codify, in either existing or new School Board Policy, the provision for ensuring that after each declared state of emergency in which regularly scheduled work days were lost, all available options be considered in allowing hourly and part-time employees, who were regularly scheduled to work, to make up for potential time not worked and report back to the Board no later than May 16, 2018.

 

H-11 ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2, 2018 AS READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2, 2018, as Read Across America Day.

 

H-12 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO REVIEW CURRENT SAFETY AND SECURITY EMERGENCY OPERATING PROCEDURES, THE LATEST TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE, AND APPLICABLE SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES TO ENSURE THE SCHOOL DISTRICT\u2019S PREPAREDNESS TO UNDERTAKE APPROPRIATE ACTION WITH ALL CRITICAL INCIDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review current safety and security emergency operating procedures, the latest training opportunities available, and applicable School Board policies to ensure the school district\u2019s preparedness to undertake appropriate action with all critical incidents in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, and report back to the Board by May 16, 2018.

 

H-13 EXPLORATION OF COMPENSATION FOR PART-TIME/HOURLY EMPLOYEES DURING MANDATED SCHOOL/DISTRICT CLOSURES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. Review the legal, contractual, and policy guidelines for the compensation of hourly/part-time employees during a mandated closure of schools and/or district offices caused by a declaration of a state of emergency.

2. Explore the feasibility of providing compensation hourly/part-time employees during a mandated closure of schools and/or district offices caused by a declaration of a state of emergency.

3. Make any policy recommendations to the Board regarding a plan of action, where legally, contractually, and permissible pursuant to Board policy, to compensate hourly/part-time employees during a mandated closure of schools and/or district offices caused by a declaration of a state of emergency.

4. Provide an update to the Board no later than May 16, 2018.

 

H-14 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF OUR STUDENTS THROUGH RESOLUTIONS AND PROCLAMATIONS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend relevant Board Policy, in the manner described herein, to whenever practicable as determined by the chair, present recognition, resolution, and proclamation items given to students, prior to any other honorary presentations during the 11:00 a.m. portion of the Regular Board Meetings.

 

H-15 PROVISION OF INFORMATION AND SUPPORT TO HAITIAN AND IMMIGRANT STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES THAT MAY BE IMPACTED FROM AN END TO TEMPORARY PROTECTIVE STATUS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

1. Determine the Haitian and immigrant students enrolled in M-DCPS and their families, and employees where needed, that may be impacted by an end to TPS on or before July 22, 2019 to:

  • a. Reaffirm the District\u2019s commitment to protecting and supporting students enrolled in M-DCPS and their families that may be impacted by an end to TPS;
  • b. Ensure that District and school-site employees that work with students and families are provided with relevant information to assist them in assisting and supporting students enrolled in M-DCPS and their families that may be impacted by an end to TPS;
  • c. Make available targeted, intentional counseling and support to students enrolled in M-DCPS and their families that may be experiencing trauma and/or bullying due to alleged vile, divisive, offensive, and condescending statements made regarding TPS and countries of origins and that may also be impacted by an end to TPS;
  • d. Provide information regarding TPS and related support services offered through the M-DCPS to adult learners enrolled in M-DCPS;
  • e. Work with approved and appropriate community-based organizations that share the same mission and purpose in assisting and supporting children, youth, adults, and families that will be impacted by an end to TPS for Haitians and other immigrants; and

2. Provide an update to the Board by October 22, 2018.

 

H-16 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MARCH 2018 AS SOCIAL WORK MONTH AND THE WEEK OF MARCH 4-10, 2018 AS SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of March, 2018 as Social Work Month and the week of March 4-10, 2018 as School Social Work Week in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-17 COMMUNITIES OF EXCELLENCE 2026 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BYLUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to review the feasibility of collaborating and establishing a partnership with West Kendall Baptist Hospital for the Communities of Excellence 2026 initiative for the West Kendall area and report back to the board no later than March 31, 2018.

 

H-18 COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, conduct a workshop to discuss potential revisions to Board Policy 0153 \u2013 Appointees.

 

H-19 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD COLLABORATE IN PROMOTING AWARENESS OF THE UPCOMING OPERATIONS OF BRIGHTLINE TRAINS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, collaborate with Brightline in promoting awareness in our schools and community of the upcoming operations of Brightline trains in Miami-Dade County.

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.



ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 17, 2018

REGULAR BOARD MEETING -
 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING, should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, JANUARY 12, 2018.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent's Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GLORIA AND EMILIO ESTEFAN (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.18-001 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Gloria and Emilio Estefan.

 

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-006 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI NORTHWESTERN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-006 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE LISTENERS/OYENTES PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-002 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Listeners/Oyentes Program for over forty years of outstanding commitment to the students of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. FEDERICK A. GONZALEZ AND MR. GABRIEL S. GONZALEZ FROM TERRA ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-007 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Federick A. Gonzalez and Mr. Gabriel S. Gonzalez from TERRA Environmental Research Institute.

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING MR. DALE ADAMSON (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-003 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Dale Adamson for receiving the Milken Educator Award.

 

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. BENY RUB (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-004 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Beny Rub.

 

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 18-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DISTRICT 1 ADOPT-A-SCHOOL COMMUNITY PARTNERS (revised replacement)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 18-005 The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing District 1 Adopt-a-School Community Partners.

 

SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Southwood Middle School Orchestra    (added)

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • December 12 and 14, 2017

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • November 15, 2017 School Board Meeting
  • December 6, 2017 School Board Meeting

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(* ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION'S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY'S ITEMS

A. SUPERINTENDENT'S PRIORITY ITEMS (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.


A. SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

 

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2017 Graduation Rates

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-100 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt School Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan 2017-2018, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective January 17, 2018.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING OF INSTRUCTIONAL AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL FROM NOVEMBER 17, 2017 THROUGH DECEMBER 7, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1103 for Instructional and Non- Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from November 17, 2017 through December 7, 2017.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF APPOINTMENTS, LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS AND ADJUSTMENT OF COMPENSATION OF MANAGERIAL EXEMPT, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL PERSONNEL FOR 2017-2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, lateral transfers to be effective January 18, 2018, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

 

D-22 RATIFICATION OF THE 2017-2018 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ADDENDUM TO THE 2015-2018 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (GOOD CAUSE)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2017-2018 Tentative Agreement Addendum to the AFSCME labor contract effective July 1, 2015 through June-30, 2018.

 

D-55

1)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:

1)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  • A)Enrique I. Baloyra: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at North Miami Middle School, for thirty (30) workdays, effective January 18, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • B) Roosevelt M. Berrick, Jr.: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Miami Carol City Senior High School, for seven (7) workdays, effective January 18, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, and 435.04, 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • C)Ronald A. Dennis: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Gratigny Elementary School, for three (3) workdays, effective January 18, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, 435.04, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  • D)Thomas D. Hunter: suspension without pay from his position as Sound & Communication Technician II at Maintenance Service Center 1, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective January 18, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; excessive absenteeism; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4430, Leaves of Absence. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.67, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles IV and XI, Section 4 of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the Dade County Schools Maintenance Employee Committee (DCSMEC).

2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  • A)William L. Alexander: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Custodian at Norman S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8, effective January 18, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06 and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  • B) Raymundo Guerra: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Part-Time Food Service Worker I at Miami Palmetto Senior High School, effective January 18, 2018, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06 and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

 

D-66 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CERTIFY THE 2018-2019 CLASS SIZE COMPLIANCE PLAN (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, certify the 2018-2019 Class Size Compliance Plan.

 

D-67 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR:

1. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2018-2019, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 20, 2018

2. ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2018-2019, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 20, 2018

3. JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2018-2019, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 6, 2018 (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1. the Elementary and Secondary School Calendar \u2013 2018 - 2019, with a start date of August 20, 2018;

2 the Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar \u2013 2018 - 2019, with a start date of August 20, 2018; and

3. the Juvenile Justice Education School Calendar \u2013 2018 - 2019, with a start date of July 6, 2018.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending November 2017.

 

E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF YEAR END INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Year End Inventories as of June 30, 2017

 

E-88 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 21 OF 128 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2017

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 21 of 128 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2017.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

1) EXECUTE A SUBLEASE AGREEMENT (SUBLEASE AGREEMENT) AND A COOPERATION AGREEMENT (COOPERATION AGREEMENT) WITH NKMIA, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (NKMIA), IN CONNECTION WITH A FASHION AND DESIGN COMPLEX ALIGNED WITH THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (DASH) FASHION DESIGN PROGRAM, TO BE LOCATED ON COUNTY-OWNED LAND, AT 1175 N.W. SOUTH RIVER DRIVE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136;

2) EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE THE SUBLEASE AGREEMENT AND COOPERATION AGREEMENT, AND TO EXECUTE AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENTS WITHIN THE AUTHORITY GRANTED TO THE SUPERINTENDENT BY THE SCHOOL BOARD; AND

3) GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE SUBLEASE AGREEMENT AND COOPERATION AGREEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, RENEWING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE AGREEMENTS, AND PLACING NKMIA IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Sublease Agreement (Sublease Agreement) and a Cooperation Agreement (Cooperation Agreement) with NKMIA, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (NKMIA), in connection with a fashion and design complex aligned with the Design and Architecture Senior High School (DASH) fashion design program, to be located on County-owned land, at 1175 N.W. South River Drive, Miami, Florida 33136;

2) execute any other documents that may be required to effectuate the Sublease Agreement and Cooperation Agreement, and to execute amendments to the Agreements within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the School Board; and

3) grant or deny all approvals required under the Sublease Agreement and Cooperation Agreement, including without limitation, renewing, canceling or terminating the Agreements, and placing NKMIA in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD:

1) AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT (EASEMENT) WITH THE TOWN OF CUTLER BAY (TOWN) TO ALLOW THE TOWN TO INSTALL A PUBLIC BUS SHELTER ADJACENT TO CUTLER BAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 8601 S.W. 212 STREET, CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA 33189; AND

2) AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO GRANT OR DENY ANY APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE EASEMENT, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE EASEMENT, AND PLACING THE TOWN IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement (Easement) with the Town of Cutler Bay (Town) to allow the Town to install a public bus shelter adjacent to Cutler Bay Senior School, located at 8601 S.W. 212 Street, Cutler Bay, Florida 33189, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to grant or deny any approvals required under the Easement, including, without limitation, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Easement, and placing the Town in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT:

1. TO WORK COLLABORATIVELY WITH THE CITY OF HIALEAH (CITY) TO FACILITATE INITIATION OF LAND USE AND ZONING CHANGES FOR THE NORTHERNMOST APPROXIMATE 9.9 ACRES OF THE HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 6027 EAST 7 AVENUE (SITE), INCLUDING ASSOCIATED COSTS ;

2. TO EXECUTE ANY DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO FACILITATE PLATTING, AS WELL AS LAND USE AND ZONING MODIFICATIONS;

3. TO OBTAIN APPRAISALS FOR THE SITE, TO REFLECT THE PROPOSED LAND USE AND ZONING MODIFICATIONS; AND

4. IF THESE PROCESSES PROVE SUCCESSFUL, TO BRING FORTH AN ITEM TO THE BOARD AT A SUBSEQUENT MEETING WITH RECOMMENDED ACTION PRIOR TO ISSUING AN INVITATION TO BID FOR THE SITE, INCLUDING ESTABLISHMENT OF FAIR MARKET VALUE

 

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent:

1. to work collaboratively with the City of Hialeah (City) to facilitate initiation of land use and zoning changes for the northernmost approximate 9.9 acres of the Hialeah Middle School campus, located at 6027 East 7 Avenue (Site), including associated costs; and

2. to execute any documents necessary to facilitate platting, as well as land use and zoning modifications; and

3. to obtain appraisals for the Site, to reflect the proposed land use and zoning modifications; and

4. if these processes prove successful, to bring forth an item to the Board at a subsequent meeting with recommended action prior to issuing an Invitation To Bid for the Site, including establishment of Fair Market Value.

 

F-26 COMMISSIONING OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET-SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED, PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES, FOR RENOVATIONS, ADDITION AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER REPLACEMENT AT M. A. MILAM K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 6020 W. 16 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33012, PROJECT NUMBER 01423600

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record (Sheltered Market-Small Business Enterprise) for General Obligation Bond funded Part 2 (Full A/E) services for Renovations, Addition and P.E. Shelter Replacement at M. A. Milam K-8 Center, located at 6020 W. 16 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33012, Project Number 01423600, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $518,000for Part 2 services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSIONING OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4901 LINCOLN DRIVE, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33133, PROJECT NUMBER 01423000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at George Washington Carver Middle School, located at 4901 Lincoln Drive, Coral Gables, Florida 33133, Project Number 01423000, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $17,500for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 COMMISSIONING OF T&G CORPORATION DBA T&G CONSTRUCTORS, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4901 LINCOLN DRIVE, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33133, PROJECT NUMBER 01423000

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission T&G Corporation dba T&G Constructors, as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at George Washington Carver Middle School, located at 4901 Lincoln Drive, Coral Gables, Florida 33133, Project Number 01423000, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $28,000 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29 COMMISSIONING OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6425 MIAMI LAKEWAY NORTH, MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33014, PROJECT NUMBER 01529300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Miami Lakes Middle School, located at 6425 Miami Lakeway North, Miami Lakes, Florida 33014, Project Number 01529300, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $16,000for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-30 COMMISSIONING OF LINK CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6425 MIAMI LAKEWAY NORTH, MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA 33014, PROJECT NUMBER 01529300

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Link Construction Group, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Miami Lakes Middle School, located at 6425 Miami Lakeway North, Miami Lakes, Florida 33014, Project Number 01529300, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $26,500 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-31 COMMISSIONING OF SALTZ MICHELSON ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER AT HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6027 EAST 7 AVENUE, FLORIDA 33013, PROJECT NUMBER 01528800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Saltz Michelson Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and New Physical Education (P.E.) Shelter at Hialeah Middle School, located at 6027 East 7 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project Number 01528800, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $17,000for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-32 COMMISSIONING OF H.A. CONTRACTING CORP. AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER AT HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6027 EAST 7 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33013, PROJECT NUMBER 01528800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission H.A. Contracting Corp. as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and New Physical Education (P.E.) Shelter at Hialeah Middle School, located at 6027 East 7 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project Number 01528800, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $25,000 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-33 COMMISSIONING OF LAURA M. PEREZ AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE I) AT ARVIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 10900 S.W. 127 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186, PROJECT NUMBER 01527700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations (Phase I) at Arvida Middle School, located at 10900 S.W. 127 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33186, Project Number 01527700, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $16,000for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-34 COMMISSIONING OF JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC. AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE I) AT ARVIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 10900 S.W. 127 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186, PROJECT NUMBER 01527700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission JCI International, Inc., as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations (Phase I) at Arvida Middle School located at 10900 S.W. 127 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33186; Project Number 01527700, as follows:

1) Lump sum fee of $25,000 for Pre-construction Services; and

2) The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-35 AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT (BCC) AGREEMENTS FOR TWO YEARS, UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE CURRENT AGREEMENTS, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

  • BERMELLO AJAMIL & PARTNERS, INC.;
  • C.A.P. GOVERNMENT, INC.; AND
  • ARCHITECTS INTERNATIONAL, INC.

 

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the extension of the Building Code Consultant Agreements for two years under the same fees, terms and conditions as the current Agreements, with the following firms:

  • Bermello Ajamil & Partners, Inc.;
  • C.A.P. Government, Inc.; and
  • Architects International, Inc.

 

F-36 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., BY THE ADDITION OF THE BOSCH GROUP, INC., AND PROGRAM CONTROLS, INC., AS SUB-CONSULTANTS TO PROVIDE SCHEDULING SERVICES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE AGREEMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to amend the Program Management Support Services Agreement with WSP USA, Inc., by the addition of The Bosch Group, Inc., and Program Controls, Inc., as Sub-consultants to provide Scheduling Services in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Agreement

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER COFIMTION OR APPOAL

RECOMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order Number 2 on Project Number, General Obligation Bond funded partial Repacement/Renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $36,600.23

B-2. Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01439300, General Obligation Bond funded, New K-8 Center In Doral (Phase 1), Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy for an additional cost of $17,746.00

 

F-41 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE PROPOSED NEW BUILDING ADDITION AT THE CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NO. 01542800

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the proposed new building addition at the Coral Park Elementary School Site; Project Number 01542800

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. Approve eight (8) delineated applicationsfor contractor prequalification for a period of one (1) year.

2. Approve the Proposed Single Bid Limit increase for two (2) delineated applications.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD BYLAWS 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS, AND 0164, NOTICE OF MEETINGS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Bylaws 0165, Public Meetings, and 0164, Notice of Meetings, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended Bylaws with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective January 17, 2018.

 

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0158, ETHICS ADVISORY COMMITTEE; 6460, BUSINESS CODE OF ETHICS; AND 8150, LOBBYISTS (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policies 0158, Ethics Advisory Committee, 6460, Business Code of Ethics, and 8150, Lobbyists.

 

G-4 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA v. MARTA L. ZAYAS - DOAH CASE NO. 17-2163TTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Marta L. Zayas, DOAH Case No. 17-2163TTS, and awarding Respondent back pay for the period of her suspension, fifteen (15) workdays.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 POSITION OF THE CHIEF AUDITOR (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. direct the Chief Auditor to provide an Exit Report on matters relative to the role and scope of the Chief Auditor\u2019s position, including his concerns, if any, with respect to the budget, and any other fiscal issues of the school district;

2. request the Audit and Budget Advisory Committee call a special meeting as soon as practicable to recommend an Interim Chief Auditor and to formulate recommendations for a search process for the position of Chief Auditor to be provided to the School Board by February 21, 2018; and

3. provide guidance to Audit and Budget Advisory Committee related to the selection of the next Chief Auditor as the Board deems appropriate.

 

H-4 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 9140-CITIZENS\u2019 ADVISORY COMMITTEES TO INCLUDE ROBERT\u2019S RULES OF ORDER, NEWLY REVISED, AS THE PARLIAMENTARY PROCEDURES FOR CITIZENS\u2019 ADVISORY COMMITTEES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to:

1) amend School Board Policy 9140 \u2013 Citizens\u2019 Advisory Committees to include language that the parliamentary authority governing advisory committees shall be the most recent edition of Robert\u2019s Rules of Order, Newly Revised; and

2) provide appropriate training to members of identified advisory committees on the most recent edition of Robert\u2019s Rules of Order, Newly Revised, every two years, or as needed or requested; and

3) provide that the School Board Attorney assign a designee(s) from the School Board Attorney\u2019s Office to serve as parliamentarian for Citizens\u2019 Advisory Committees that fall under the purview of Board Policy 9140.

 

H-5 AMENDMENT TO BOARD POLICY 6320 (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent:

1.to initiate rulemaking procedures to require that all purchases that exceed $100,000.00, except those delineated in Board Policy 6320 - - Purchase Approval and Competitive Bidding Process Requirements, Responsibilities A, B, C, D, F, H, I, J, K, M, Q, and R, meet the requirements of the competitive bid process; and

2.to provide written notification of purchases made through such exemptions that exceed $100,000.00 to the Board including date of purchase, vendor, amount, funding source, and purchasing authority.

 

H-6 EXPLORATION AND EXAMINATION OF ALTERNATE FUNDING SOURCES AND SOLUTIONS TO IMPROVE TEACHER SALARIES (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida directs the Superintendent to:

1. establish a Task Force comprised of School Board Member appointees, district administrators, principals, teachers, UTD representatives, parents, and community/business leaders/stakeholders to review and discuss the challenges and issues of teacher salaries in M-DCPS;

2. establish a process to solicit input and feedback and gather both qualitative and quantitative data regarding the challenges and issues of teacher salaries in M‑DCPS from UTD and teachers in M-DCPS;

3. identify and assign designated staff to support, guide, define, and facilitate the work and related deliverables and timelines of the Task Force and collect, analyze, and report both qualitative and quantitative data regarding the challenges and issues of teacher salaries in M-DCPS from UTD and teachers in M-DCPS;

4. present findings, recommendations, and proposed local solutions to the Board by the Board Meeting of July 18, 2018; and

5. schedule a Board Workshop to review findings and Task Force recommendations made to the Board by November 30, 2018.

 

H-7 EXPLORE AVAILABLE SUPPLEMENTAL REVENUE SOURCES TO SUPPORT EDUCATORS AND PUBLIC EDUCATION (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County direct the Superintendent to:

1. explore available supplemental revenue sources to support educators and public education; and

2. hold a workshop to present recommendations and afford the Board an opportunity to discuss these options by June 30, 2018.

 

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE MIAMI-DADE VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm the Chair\u2019s appointments and elect: i) Ms. Lubby Navarro to represent the School Board on the Value Adjustment Board; and (ii) Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman as the alternate representative of the School Board on the Value Adjustment Board; and (iii) Mr. Hani M. Jardack as the School Board\u2019s citizen member on the Value Adjustment Board.

 

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2018 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2018 as Arts in Our Schools Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-10 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES ANALYSIS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to conduct an analysis with the purpose of:

1) ensuring Educational Impact Fees collected are appropriate as compared to the cost of mitigating capital educational facilities impacts; and

2) ensuring that procedures for administering the Educational Impact Fees process remains efficient.

 

H-12 CENSUS 2020 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to collaborate with the NALEO Education Fund for the upcoming 2020 Census Education Roundtable scheduled to be held in Miami on February 6, 2018.

 

H-13 AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY AND THE CHIEF AUDITOR TO PROVIDE A SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THEIR RESPECTIVE OFFICES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney and the Chief Auditor to:

1. provide a Succession Management Plan for the School Board Attorney\u2019s Office and the Chief Auditor\u2019s Office by February 21, 2018; and

2. include these two offices in the proposed School Board policy for Succession Management as approved by the School Board at the meeting of October 11, 2017, Agenda Item H-19 Revised.

 

H-14 DISTRICT-WIDE RECYCLING PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County authorize the Superintendent to undertake a study of the effectiveness of current recycling programs, as outlined in Policy 7460 and provide a report to the Board by the April 25, 2018 School Board meeting to include:

a) data citing collections for all currently recycled materials (e.g. paper, aluminum) by school site and district facility generated during SY 2014-15, 15-16, 16-17, as available;

b) obstacles and challenges faced by District and school sites to operate successful recycling programs;

c) the feasibility of establishing targets and incentives for school sites, similar to the Energy Rebate program utilizing savings from waste-hauling fees, recycling rebates, or other opportunities; and

d) recommendations to increase accountability and participation in recycling efforts at each school site and district facilities.

 

H-15 VITA \u2013 VIRTUAL INTERACTIVE TRAINING AGENT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County authorize the Superintendent to evaluate the feasibility of the Dan Marino Foundation\u2019s offer to utilize the ViTA software and its applicability to students, particularly in Exceptional Student Education, Autism and vocational programs and to bring back recommendations to the Board by the April 25, 2018 School Board meeting.

 

H-16 ELIMINATION OF ALL EXPANDABLE POLYSTYRENE FOAM/STYROFOAM PRODUCTS (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County authorize the Superintendent to:

a) initiate a feasibility study to eliminate, due to identifiable health concerns, the use and purchase of all Expandable Polystyrene Foam products at school sites and district facilities by July 2019; and
b) report back recommendations to the Board by the April 25, 2018 School Board meeting.

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

DECEMBER 11, 2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0REGULAR BOARD MEETING\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a011:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.


CALL TO ORDER


PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE


MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3\u00a0 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JOANA MARTINEZ (WITHDRAWN)

 

B-4 \u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-064 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL CLASS OF 1969 ON ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-064 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami Senior High School Class of 1969 on its 50th anniversary.

 

B-5\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-063 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING J. L. “BUCK” MARTINEZ

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-063 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing J. L. “Buck” Martinez.

 

B-6\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-066 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ATTORNEY MELBA PEARSON (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-066 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Attorney Melba Pearson.

 

B-7\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PETER J. CISTONE PROFESSOR OF EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION/LEADERSHIP AT FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY (REPLACED)

 

B-8\u00a0 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JERMIAH RATEAU (WITHDRAWN)

 

B-9\u00a0 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-067 OF THESCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,RECOGNIZING SPECIAL OLYMPICS ELITE UNIFIED BANNERSCHOOL HOMESTEAD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL AND MIAMIDADE SPECIAL OLYMPICS (GOOD CAUSE REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-064 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Special Olympics Elite Unified Banner School Homestead Senior High School and Miami-Dade Special Olympics.

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

 

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Arthur & Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts Performers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 November 7, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0November 20, 2019 Organization Meeting and November 20 Regular School Board Meeting


B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.
THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

  • Values Matter Miami: My Cause My Cleat Winner
  • Cyber-Aware Video Contest

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 \u00a0 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1126 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from October 4, 2019 through November 21, 2019.


D-21\u00a0 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 AND ESTABLISH JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for:

  1. establish and classify Assistant Superintendent, Equity & Diversity, MEP paygrade 25, Office of Economic Opportunity.
  2. appointments and lateral transfers to be effective December 12, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

D-55 (REVISED)

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONPENDING APPEAL

RECOMMENDED:

1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

A)Kenneth R. Gonzalez: suspension without pay from his position as Secretary at Educational Alternative Outreach Program, for twenty (20) workdays, effective December 12, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes.

2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

A)Monica Gonzalez: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at Charles R. Hadley Elementary School, effective December 12, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

B)Brian A. Holt: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Paraprofessional III at Brentwood Elementary School, effective December 12, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes.

C)

D)Gerris D. Martin: demotion from her position as Director I at Department of Transportation to Coordinator III, effective December 12, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 1210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 1210.01, Code of Ethics; 6480, Expenditures; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes.

E)Frantz F. Pierre: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as School Bus Driver at Northeast Transportation Center, effective December 12, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; 8600, Transportation; and 8670, Post Trip Inspections of School Buses. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.40, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

 

D-66\u00a0EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-32 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2019-2020 school year, the 2020 summer session, and the 2020-2021 school year.
  2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-33 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2019-2020 school year, the 2020 summer session, and the 2020-2021 school year.
  3. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-34 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2019-2020 school year, the 2020 summer session, and the 2020-2021 school year.
  4. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1\u00a0MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending October 2019.

E-35 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 19-056 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE NOT TO EXCEED $120 MILLION OF TAX-EXEMPT REFUNDING CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION FOR THE PURPOSE OF CURRENT REFUNDING $123.9 MILLION OF OUTSTANDING SERIES 2001B & 2007C CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 19-056 authorizing the issuance not to exceed $120 million of tax-exempt refunding certificates of participation for the purpose of current refunding $123.9 million of outstanding series 2001B & 2007C certificates of participation.

 

E-86\u00a0COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT, AUDITOR’S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS, AND MANAGEMENT LETTER FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report, Auditor’s Communication of Audit Results, and Management Letter for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2019.

 

E-87\u00a0AUDIT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AS OF JUNE 30, 2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audit of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Educational Facilities Impact Fee Fund, Special-Purpose Financial Statements as of June 30, 2019.

 

E-88\u00a0AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of Magnet Educational Choice Association (MECA), Inc., for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2019.

 

E-89 FLDOE-OIG AUDIT REPORT \u2013 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT-ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES PROGRAM (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the FLDOE-OIG Audit Report \u2013 Miami-Dade County School District-Adults With Disabilities Program.

 

E-90\u00a0INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-91\u00a0SUBJECT:\u00a0INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF YEAR END INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Year End Inventories as of June 30, 2019.

 

E-92\u00a0REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 44 OF 134 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 AND CLOSE-OUT AUDIT OF FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 44_of 134 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2019 and Close-Out Audit of Florida International Academy Charter School for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-001-DP \u2013 NETWORK CONNECTIVITY

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-001-DP \u2013 NETWORK CONNECTIVITY, to establish contracts with preapproved vendors for the purchase of network connectivity devices for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2023, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    1. CONVERGED NETWORKS, LLC

      STILL SHADOW DRIVE, SUITE G
      CHARLESTON, SC 29414
      OWNER/OFFICER: MIKE DUCK, PRESIDENT

      2. SUB-CONTRACTOR:
      GLOBALXNET TECHNOLOGIES, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
      660 NW 119TH STREET
      MIAMI, FL 33168
      OWNER/OFFICER: MACK SAMUEL, MGR
      AFRICAN AMERICAN

    2. ELECTRONACA, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SBE
      16621 GERMAIN DRIVE
      DELRAY BEACH, FL 33433
      OWNER/OFFICER: JHONATTAN NAVAS, VP
      SUB-CONTRACTOR:

      GREYSON TECHNOLOGIES, INC
      6350 N ANDREWS AVENUE, SUITE 200
      FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
      OWNER/OFFICER: GREG NORDONE, CEO

    3. PC SOLUTIONS & INTEGRATION, INC
      4937 SW 75TH AVENUE
      MIAMI, FL 33155
      OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID RUDNICK, VP

    4. SOFTCHOICE CORPORATION
      173 DUFFERIN STREET, SUITE 200
      TORONTO, ON M6K3H-7, CANADA
      OWNER/OFFICER: VINCE DE PALMA, CEO
      SUB-CONTRACTOR:
      TRIORB SOLUTIONS, LLC
      7457 ALOMA AVENUE, SUITE 305
      WINTER PARK, FL 32792
      OWNER/OFFICER: JOSEPH I. HALL II, CEO

    5. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
      DBA UDT
      2900 MONARCH LAKES BOULEVARD, SUITE 300
      MIRAMAR, FL 33027
      OWNER/OFFICER: ENRIQUE FLECHES, CEO
      HISPANIC AMERICAN
      ADDITIONAL/OPTIONAL (OEM)

    6. SMOOTHWALL, INC
      212 SOUTH TRYON STREET, SUITE 1000
      CHARLOTTE, NC 28281
      OWNER/OFFICER: RICH DIMEZZO, MGR


  2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $21,000,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $7,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown in the agenda item will be expended.

 

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-002-DP \u2013 WIRELESS NETWORKS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-002-DP \u2013 WIRELESS NETWORKS, to establish contracts with preapproved vendors for the purchase of wireless networking equipment, installation, and support for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2023, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:
  1. CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC
    DBA CDW-G
    230 N MILWAUKEE AVENUE
    VERNON HILLS, IL 660061
    OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT WELYKI, VP

    SUB-CONTRACTOR:

    AUTOMATED SYSTEMS CONSULTING, INC SBE/MWBE
    DBA ASC, INC
    15310 AMBERLY DRIVE, SUITE 250
    TAMPA, FL 33647
    OWNER/OFFICER: ANDY NUMA, PRESIDENT
    AFRICAN AMERICAN

  2. CONVERGED NETWORKS, LLC
    STILL SHADOW DRIVE, SUITE G
    CHARLESTON, SC 29414
    OWNER/OFFICER: MIKE DUCK, PRESIDENT

    SUB-CONTRACTOR:

    GLOBALXNET TECHNOLOGIES, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
    660 NW 119TH STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33168
    OWNER/OFFICER: MACK SAMUEL, MGR
    AFRICAN AMERICAN

  3. ELECTRONACA, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SBE
    16621 GERMAIN DRIVE
    DELRAY BEACH, FL 33433
    OWNER/OFFICER: JHONATTAN NAVAS, VP

    SUB-CONTRACTOR:

    GREYSON TECHNOLOGIES, INC
    6350 N ANDREWS AVENUE, SUITE 200
    FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
    OWNER/OFFICER: GREG NORDONE, CEO

  4. PC SOLUTIONS & INTEGRATION, INC
    4937 SW 75TH AVENUE
    MIAMI, FL 33155
    OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID RUDNICK, VP

  5. SOFTCHOICE CORPORATION
    173 DUFFERIN STREET, SUITE 200
    TORONTO, ON M6K3H-7, CANADA
    OWNER/OFFICER: VINCE DE PALMA, CEO

    SUB-CONTRACTOR:

    TRIORB SOLUTIONS, LLC
    7457 ALOMA AVENUE, SUITE 305
    WINTER PARK, FL 32792
    OWNER/OFFICER: JOSEPH I. HALL II, CEO

  6. STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
    DBA SCS TECHNOLOGIES
    5632 NW 161ST STREET
    MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
    OWNER/OFFICER: SYED SHAH, PSTD
    ASIAN AMERICAN

  7. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
    DBA UDT
    2900 MONARCH LAKES BOULEVARD, SUITE 300
    MIRAMAR, FL 33027
    OWNER/OFFICER: ENRIQUE FLECHES, CEO
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

    SUB-CONTRACTORS:

    IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
    DBA PHONE AND PAD WAREHOUSE
    18149 NE 19TH AVENUE
    NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
    OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MGR
    AFRICAN AMERICAN

    PREMISES CABLING SYSTEMS, INC
    10850 NW 138TH STREET, BAY 6
    MIAMI, FL 33018
    OWNER/OFFICER: JESUS FERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT

2.\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $4,500,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $1,500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-143 \u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-003-DP \u2013 WIRING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-003-DP \u2013 WIRING, to establish with preapproved vendors to furnish materials and labor to install wiring for voice and data systems, and to provide underground conduit and raceway for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of July 1, 2020, through June 30, 2023, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:
    1. MIAMI BUSINESS TELEPHONES, CORP.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SBE
      4933 SW 74TH COURT
      MIAMI, FL 33155
      OWNER/OFFICER: LILIBETH COLLANTES, VP

    2. QUALITY WIRING, INC.
      10055 NW 19TH STREET
      DORAL, FL 33172
      OWNER/OFFICER: DENNIS DANDRINOS, PDS

    3. STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS, INC.
      DBA SCS TECHNOLOGIES
      5632 NW 161ST STREET
      MIAMI, FL 33014
      OWNER/OFFICER: SYED SHAH, PSTD
      ASIAN AMERICAN

    4. SYTEC-USA, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
      7141 N WATERWAY DRIVE
      MIAMI, FL 33155
      OWNER/OFFICER: ARMANDO GARCIA, PD
      HISPANIC AMERICAN
  2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $12,000,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $4,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-144 \u00a0REJECT INVITATIONS TO BID / REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO.:

ITB-18-070-TR -

SCHOOL SECURITY UNIFORMS

ITB-18-033-MJ -

CLASSROOM EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (CATALOG DISCOUNT),

ITB-18-027-MJ -

ASPHALT PAVING, RESURFACING, AND DRAINAGE,

ITB-18-037-TR -

CLASS RINGS

ITB-18-046-DP -

AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES

ITB-18-078-TR -

STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES

ITB-18-059-TR -

POLICE DEPARTMENT UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT

ITB-18-076-MJ

SCHOOL BUS ROUTES FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL BUS COMPANIES

RFP-18-030-MT-

CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND/OR SPECIAL PROJECTS COMMUNICATION SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-070-TR - SCHOOL SECURITY UNIFORMS), to permit rebidding.
  2. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-033-MJ \u2013 CLASSROOM EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES (CATALOG DISCOUNT), to permit rebidding.
  3. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-027-MJ \u2013 ASPHALT PAVING, RESURFACING, AND DRAINAGE, to permit rebidding.
  4. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-037-TR - CLASS RINGS, to permit rebidding.
  5. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-046-DP - AUDIO VISUAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES, to permit rebidding.
  6. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-078-TR - STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES, to permit rebidding.
  7. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-059-TR \u2013 POLICE DEPARTMENT UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT
  8. REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-076-MJ \u2013 SCHOOL BUS ROUTES FOR PRIVATE SCHOOL BUS COMPANIES to permit rebidding.
  9. REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-030-MT - CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND/OR SPECIAL PROJECTS COMMUNICATION SERVICES.

 

E-145\u00a0AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-077-MT \u2013 MEDIA MANAGEMENT SERVICES (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-077-MT \u2013 MEDIA MANAGEMENT SERVICES, to obtain media management services for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of January 1, 2020\u00a0 through December 31, 2024, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for one (1) additional one (1) year period thereto, as follows:

    SOUTH FLORIDA PBS, INC.
    14901 NE 20TH AVENUE
    MIAMI, FL 33181-1121
    OWNER/OFFICER: DOLORES SUKHDEO, CEO
  2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contracts for Media Management Services, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR ELEVEN PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

    1. accept six grant awards and five donations from:
      1. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013 STREAMing in Action, in the approximate amount of $559,920, for the grant period of October 1, 2019, through July 31, 2020;
      2. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) \u2013
        STEAM through SECME Stars IV, in the approximate amount of $355,622, for the grant period of October 1, 2019, through July 31, 2020;
      3. University of South Florida for funding under the 2019-2020 Youth Mental Health Awareness and Training (YMHAT) Project, in the approximate amount of $420,529, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
      4. United States Department of Justice for funding under the COPS Office School Violence Prevention Program, in the approximate amount of $479,700, for the grant period of October 1, 2019, through September 30, 2021;
      5. United States Department of Justice for funding under the STOP School Violence Prevention and Mental Health Training Program, in the approximate amount of $500,000, for the grant period of October 1, 2019, through September 20, 2022;
      6. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under 2018-2020 Public Charter Schools Grant Program Implementation Only Supplement \u2013 Phoenix Academy of Excellence North, in the approximate amount of $303,302, for the grant period of April 9, 2019, through April 8, 2020;
      7. Foundation for New Education Initatives, Inc. for funding under the Himan Brown Charitable Trust After-School Care Program, in the approximate amount of $98,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
      8. College Football Playoff Foundation for funding under the Middle School Redesign Support Project, in the approximate amount of $1,000,000, for the grant period of December 12, 2019, through June 30, 2021;
      9. NIKE USA, Inc. for funding under the Nathaniel Traz-Powell Stadium Refurshment Project, in the approximate amount of $3,352, and for in-kind services valued at $2,000,000, for the grant period of December 12, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
      10. University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill for in-kind support under the Institute of Education Sciences \u2013 Special Education Research Program, in the approximate amount of $129,600, for the grant period of August 20, 2019, through June 30, 2023; and
      11. Little Kids Rock, Inc. for in-kind support under Modern Band Miami, in the approximate amount of $1,600,000, for the grant period of August 18, 2019, through June 30, 2022.
    2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:
      1. National Council for Behavioral Health in the approximate amount of $52,000, to support the 2019-2020 Youth Mental Health Awareness and Training (YMHAT) Project; and
      2. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) \u00a0in the approximate amount of $111,480, to support the STOP School Violence Prevention and Mental Health Training Program.
    3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
    4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
    5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
    6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
    7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

NOTICE

MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

 

The annual meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, December 11th, 2019 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

  1. Call to Order
  2. Close Agenda
  3. Purpose of Meeting

    1. Elections of Officers:
      Chair
      Vice Chair
      Superintendent of Schools - President and Secretary
      Chief Financial Officer - Vice President, and Treasurer
      Treasurer - Assistant Secretary
    2. Acceptance of Transmittal of Annual Budget and Audited Financial Statement Relating to Foundation (see attachments)
    3. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-065 authorizing the issuance not to exceed $120 million of tax-exempt refunding Certificate of Participation, Series 2019C (COPs) to current refund the outstanding Series 2001B & 2007C COPs
  4. Other Business and Adjournment

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-26\u00a0COMMISSION OF PALENZUELA & HEVIA DESIGN GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER AT HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01528800

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Palenzuela & Hevia Design Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E) for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and New Physical Education (P.E.) Shelter at Hialeah Middle School, located at 6027 East 7 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project Number 01528800, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $345,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01423000

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E) for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at George Washington Carver Middle School, located at 4901 Lincoln Drive, Coral Gables, Florida, 33133, Project Number 01423000, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $275,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-40\u00a0CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01434800, General Obligation Bond funded replacement, renovation project, Meadowlane Elementary School for a time extension of 30 days.

B-2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 6 on Project Number 01543800, General Obligation Bond funded auditorium addition, Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer for an additional cost of $35,348.15 and a time extension of 17 days.

B-3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01339300, General Obligation Bond funded renovations project, Miami Sunset Senior High School for a time extension of 61 days.

B-4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01337300, General Obligation Bond replacement/renovation project, Oak Grove Elementary School for a credit of $20,860.64.

 

F-41 AWARD THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS PROJECT AT JOHN F. KENNEDY (JFK) MIDDLE SCHOOL - PHASE I; PROJECT NUMBER 01423404 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Campus Construction Group, Inc., the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project, John F. Kennedy (JFK) Middle School Phase 1; Project Number 01423404; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $2,568,491.39.

 

F-80\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for four (4) new applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1\u00a0\u00a0E-CIGARETTE LITIGATION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to retain outside legal counsel to represent and file claim(s) on behalf of the School Board against JUUL Labs, Inc., any other related entities and/or potential defendants, and to execute any necessary contracts to effectuate such legal representation in the manner described in the agenda item.

 

G-2 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CLAUDE A. PAUL, DOAH Case No. \u00a019-2915TTS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Claude A. Paul, DOAH Case No. 19-2915TTS, terminating Respondent’s employment with the School Board.


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF JANUARY 2020 AS NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS.\u00a0 MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse January 2020 as National Mentoring Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-4\u00a0SCHEDULING OF A SCHOOL BOARD WORKSHOP AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A SCHOOL BOARD TASK FORCE TO DEVELOP OR UPDATE PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF THOSE EMPLOYEES WHO REPORT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD IN THE EVENT OF A VACANCY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. schedule a workshop by March 6, 2020, to discuss current Board policies and possible development of procedures for the selection of those employees who report to the Board;
  2. request that the Office of Human Capital make a presentation at the Board\u2019s workshop about current best practices for the selection of the School Board Attorney and the Superintendent of Schools;
  3. request that the School Board Attorney present at the Board\u2019s workshop any legal issues or concerns that the Board needs to be aware of related to current Board policies and/or procedures to be developed;
  4. after the workshop, schedule a School Board task force with all Board members, pursuant to Florida Statute Chapter 286 \u2013 Sunshine Law, to discuss future steps in the development of procedures for the selection of the School Board Attorney and the Superintendent; review current policies about the selection of the Chief Auditor and the Inspector General; and define the level of community participation to be authorized by the Board during the different selection processes;
  5. request that the Office of Human Capital serve as a consultant to the Board at the task force meetings; and
  6. as determined by the School Board task force, bring an agenda item to a scheduled Board meeting with recommendations to approve the procedures developed by the task force and any recommendations to amend current Board policies.

 

H-5\u00a0THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE “2020 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR” ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 2020 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting the College Fair and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in the “2020 Miami National College Fair” on Sunday, February 23, 2020.

 

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse additional schools for submittal under the Safe Routes to School infrastructure grant program sponsored by the U.S. Department of Transportation, and request the Superintendent to formalize the grant applications accordingly.

 


Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT
12.11.19

 
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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

NOVEMBER 20, 2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ORGANIZATION MEETING\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a010:00 A.M.



PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2019.\u00a0\u00a0

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Monday PM or Tuesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of changes to the Agenda click the button below.
Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes.\u00a0 \u00a0It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary.\u00a0 If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting.\u00a0 At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed.\u00a0 The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].
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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 30, 2019 - BOARD WORKSHOP - 1:00 P.M.

 

PURPOSE: To discuss Procurement Management Services. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 1: 00 p.m., October 23, 2019, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.

 

1:00 P.M.

 
10:00 A.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Superintendent Presiding
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION 
1. Welcome - Superintendent
2. Explanation of Procedures - Board Attorney
3. Election of Chair
4. Election of Vice Chair

5. Agenda Item SP-1 - Authorization of Signature of Board Officers

MOTION: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law.

6. Agenda Item SP-2 - Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2020.

 

 

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

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CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman,
Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS AND INTRODUCTIONS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

 

OFFICE OF PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT

Mr. Joseph Gomez
Chief Procurement Officer

 

DISCUSSION

School Board Members

 

CLOSING COMMENTS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

10/30/2019



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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

OCTOBER 2, 2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0REGULAR BOARD MEETING\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a011:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.


CALL TO ORDER


PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE


MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING INFORMED FAMILIES/THE FLORIDA FAMILY PARTNERSHIP, INC. AND THE 2019 RED RIBBON CERTIFIED SCHOOLS (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BYDr. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-052 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Informed Families/The Florida Family Partnership, Inc. and Brownsville, Citrus Grove and Homestead Middle Schools as 2019 Red Ribbon Certified Schools.

 

B-4 RESOLUTION NO.\u00a0 19-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. SHIRLEY BAILEY JOHNSON (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL:\u00a0That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-051 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. Shirley Bailey Johnson.

 

B-5\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-054 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MARINE AND SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (MAST), RECIPIENT OF THE 2019 U. S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION GREEN RIBBON SCHOOL AWARD (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.19-054 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Marine and Science Technology Academy (MAST), recipient of the 2019 U. S. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Award.

 

B-6\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-055 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MADISON WILKINSON-LEON FOR HER ARTWORK AND LEADERSHIP ROLE IN THE HI-TIDES\u2019 BATHROOM BEAUTIFICATION PROJECT (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-055 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Madison Wilkinson-Leon for her artwork and leadership role in the Hi-Tides\u2019 bathroom beautification project.

 

B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-053 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BREAKTHROUGH MIAMI FOR THEIR YEARS OF SERVICE AND COMMITMENT TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III:\u00a0The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-053 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Breakthrough

 

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

 

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Coral Gables Senior High School Gablettes Dance Team

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: September 10, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: September 4, 2019


B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.
THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2018-19 NAF Award Recipients
  • 2018-19 STEAM Gold Designations
  • 2019 Advanced Placement (AP) Results

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 \u00a0REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS (SIPs)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and require the implementation of the 2019-2020 School Improvement Process/Plans and the Board will be notified of updates to each phase of the School Improvement Plan at their completion.

 

C-2\u00a0REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2019-2020 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the 2019-2020 Educational Excellence School Advisory Council (EESAC) membership rosters.

 

C-100 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5410, Student Progression Plan. \u00a0

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 \u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING
  2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

  1. Personnel Action Listing 1124 for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from August 16, 2019 through September 5, 2019.
  2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from January 12, 2019 through September 23, 2019.


D-21\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 AND JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for:

  1. appointments and lateral transfers to be effective October 3, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.
  2. establish and classify Student Advocate, MEP paygrade 19, Office of Civil Rights Compliance (CRC).


D-22\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUBMISSION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS SAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR 2019-2020 TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (GOOD CAUSE)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the submission of the School Districts Safety and Security Best Practices Self-Assessment for 2019-2020 to the Florida Department of Education.


D-55\u00a01) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPONDISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: 1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  1. Annette Williams: suspension without pay from her position as Bus Aide at Northeast Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective October 3, 2019, for just cause,
    including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  1. Thonda L. Ollis Bellamy: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at Educational Alternative Outreach Program, effective October
    3, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 3161, Fitness for Duty; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  2. Renee V. Suarez: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as School Social Worker at Psychological Services, effective October 3, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3124, Drug-Free Workplace; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A- 10.081, FAC.
  3. Enrique Valle: demotion from his position as Head Custodian at Citrus Grove Middle School to Lead Custodian, effective October 3, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade
    County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

 

D-66\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2019-2020 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. enter into contractual agreements with the following sites for graduation rehearsals and exercises, May 26, 2020 through June 4, 2020:
    • Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts (Knight Concert Hall and Ziff Ballet Opera House)
    • Fair Expo Center
    • Florida International University \u2013 Roz and Cal Kovens Conference Center
    • Jungle Island
    • Miami Beach Convention Center
    • Miami Dade College North Campus \u2013 William and Joan Lehman Theater
    • Miami Marine Stadium / City of Miami
    • Ocean Bank Convocation Center at FIU
    • Olympia Theater
    • South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
    • Watsco Center at the University of Miami
    • Zoo Miami
  2. enter into agreements permitting waiver of the School Board’s traditional termination clause, indemnification and hold harmless clauses with the graduation sites listed above; and
  3. authorize payment for charges incurred to lease the facilities and to pay for ancillary services associated with graduation, e.g., stagehands, electricians, ushers, parking and parking attendants, the rental of audio-visual equipment, plants, chairs, pianos, crowd control dividers, and the rental of caps and gowns for District and Region administrators who will attend graduations as platform guests, at a total cost not to exceed $556,600.00.

The appropriation for these items is included in the General Fund of the 2019-2020 Adopted Budget.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1\u00a0MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Reports for the periods ending July and August 2019.

 

E-66\u00a0APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES AND COMPOSITE RATE FOR THE DISTRICT’S SELF-INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2020, AND CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates and plan design for all current benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents for employee organizations, Managerial Exempt Personnel, Confidential Exempt Personnel and all labor unions subject to successful collective bargaining negotiation and ratification for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020; and
  2. approve the monthly premium equivalent rates for employees hired on and after January 1, 2018, benefit eligible full and part time employees, eligible COBRA participants, non-Medicare eligible retirees and their eligible dependents and all labor unions subject to successful collective bargaining negotiation and ratification for the self-funded medical program administered by Cigna Healthcare effective January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2020; and
  3. approve the following composite rate structure for the District’s self-funded healthcare program for calendar year 2020, with the Individual Stop Loss premium’s attachment point of $1,500,000; and

 

2020

Administrative Services Only (ASO) Fee

$ 22.32*

Pharmaceutical Rebate Decrement

($\u00a0 16.00)

Individual Stop Loss (ISL) Premium

$ \u00a0\u00a04.65

Internal Service Fund Administrative Fee

$\u00a0\u00a0 3.08

Healthcare Bluebook Admin Fee

$\u00a0\u00a0 1.25

Total Monthly Composite Rate

$ 15.30

*$25.82 PEPM for employees enrolled in the narrow network plan

 

E-86\u00a0INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-87\u00a0INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF LEGACY/SAP SYSTEMS-DISTRICT-WIDE SECURITY CONTROLS, ROLES AND ACCESS MANAGEMENT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of Legacy/SAP Systems-District-Wide Security Controls, Roles and Access Management.

 

E-88 OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS’ 2018-2019 ANNUAL REPORT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Office of Management and Compliance Audits 2018-2019 Annual Report.

E-141 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACT RFP NO. RFP-17-018-CH \u2013 APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following contract, inasmuch as the estimated requirements, previously awarded by the Board, will be exceeded before the contract term expires.

  1. Request for Proposal No. RFP-17-018-CH \u2013 APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS, for select agencies qualified to operate apprenticeship training programs and provide apprenticeship training for post-secondary students for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, with an initial effective date of September 6, 2018 through September 5, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods.
    1. ARCA LOCAL JOINT APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COMMITTEE TRUST
      13201 NW 45th AVENUE OPA-LOCKA,
      FLORIDA 33054
      OWNER/OFFICER: JASON HEBBERT, COORDINATOR
    2. ASBESTOS WORKERS LOCAL UNION #60 JAC
      13000 NW 47TH AVENUE OPA-LOCKA,
      FLORIDA 33054
      OWNER/OFFICER: JASON FREEMAN, COORDINATOR
    3. MIAMI JOINT ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP & TRAINING COMMITTEE
      1601 NW 17TH AVENUE MIAMI,
      FLORIDA 33125
      OWNER/OFFICER: WILLIAM RILEY, DIRECTOR
    4. PLUMBERS JOINT APPRENTICESHIP & EDUCATIONAL COMMITTEE
      14105 NW 58TH COURT MIAMI LAKES,
      FLORIDA 33014
      OWNER/OFFICER: JEFFREY D. PENNISTON, CHAIRMAN
    5. SHEET METAL WORKERS LU #32 APPRENTICESHIP AND TRAINING PROGRAM
      20401 NE 15TH COURT MIAMI,
      FLORIDA 33179
      OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES FRANKLIN COMBS, DIRECTOR

 

E-142 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-057-MT - GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE AND FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM \u2013 DENTAL COVERAGE (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-057-MT - GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE AND FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM \u2013 DENTAL COVERAGE, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools employees, dependents and retirees, with initial effective date of January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2024, and may, by mutual agreement, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year period subject to successful negotiations:
    1. Dental Coverage:
    1. DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY

      2. 5200 BLUE LAGOON DRIVE, SUITE 110
      MIAMI, FL 33126
      OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL MANER, VP, SALES

      SUBCONTRACTOR:
      JNICK MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
      2425 NW 43RD STREET
      MIAMI, FL 33142
      AFRICAN AMERICAN

    2. UNITEDHEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC.

      3. 3100 SW 145 AVENUE, SUITE 200
      MIRAMAR, FL 33027
      OWNER/OFFICER: GINA CICCIA, VP OF FLORIDA
      PUBLIC & LABOR SALES

      SUBCONTRACTOR:
      BENEFITS OUTSOURCE, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SBE/MWBE
      5599 SOUTH UNIVERSITY DRIVE, SUITE 201
      DAVIE, FL 33328
      AFRICAN AMERICAN

    Delta Dental and UnitedHealthcare at the monthly premiums noted in the agenda item:

  2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide Group Term Life Insurance and Flexible Benefits Program \u2013 Dental Services, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period.
  3. By June 2020, conduct data driven market analysis, review employee preference trends and after consultation with the Board determine if to exercise the right to terminate the contract for convenience and reissue a solicitation.

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E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR SIX PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. accept four grant awards and two donations for programs from:
    1. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Student Support and Academic Enrichment Grants, Title IV, Part A, in the approximate amount of $10,402,531, for the grant period of August 1, 2019, through August 31, 2020;
    2. Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for funding under the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, in the approximate amount of $439,450, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
    3. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 2018-2020 Public Charter School Grant Program (CSP) Implementation Only Supplement \u2013 True North Classical Academy High School, in the approximate amount of $538,393, for the grant period of April 9, 2019, through April 8, 2020;
    4. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Title I, 2019-2020 Unified School Improvement Grant (UniSIG), in the approximate amount of $792,103, for the grant period of September 1, 2019, through August 31, 2020;
    5. Home Builders Institute, Inc. (HBI) for funding under the Miami-Dade Schools to Skills Initiative at Miami Carol City Senior High School, in the approximate amount of $278,181, and for in-kind services valued at $275,421, for the grant period of October 3, 2019, through June 30, 2022; and
    6. Miami Heat Limited Partnership for funding under the Heat Academy Principal Operated After-school Program, in the approximate amount of $213,397, for the grant period of August 19, 2019, through August 14, 2020.
  2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:
    1. International Institute for Restorative Practices, in the approximate amount of $148,400, in support of the Student Support and Enrichment Grants;
    2. City Year, in the approximate amount of $594,000, in support of the Student Support and Enrichment Grants; and
    3. Scholastic, in the approximate amount of $99,975, in support of the Student Support and Enrichment Grants.
  3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
  4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
  5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
  6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
  7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1\u00a0AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE MIAMI PARKING AUTHORITY (“MPA”), FOR USE BY MPA OF THE PARKING LOT AT THE SCHOOL BOARD ADMINISTRATION COMPLEX, TO SERVE THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. execute a Lease Agreement with the Miami Parking Authority (“MPA”), for use by MPA of the parking lot at the School Board Administration Complex, located at N.E. 14 Street and N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, to serve the Adrienne Arsht Center, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;
  2. execute amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement; and
  3. grant or deny all approvals or waivers required under the Lease Agreement, including, without limitation, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing MPA in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2\u00a0PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC. (“MDFEI”) TO CONSTRUCT A TWELVE CLASSROOM ADDITION AT 1080 LA BARON DRIVE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONTINUED OPERATION OF A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and The Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation (“MDFEI”), to authorize the construction by MDFEI of a twelve classroom addition at 1080 La Baron Drive, Miami Springs, Florida, for the continued operation of a District-managed Charter School, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted within the agenda item.

 

F-5 PROPOSED GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT IN FAVOR OF THE VILLAGE OF EL PORTAL (“VILLAGE”), TO PROVIDE FOR THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION BY THE VILLAGE OF A REGIONAL SEWERAGE LIFT STATION ON THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF THE HORACE MANN MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. authorize the Chair and Secretary of the Board to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement (“Easement”) in favor of the Village of El Portal (“Village”), to provide for the installation and operation by the Village of a Regional Sewerage Lift Station on the Southwest corner of the Horace Mann Middle School campus (“School”), located at 8950 N.W. 2 Avenue, El Portal, Florida 33150, to serve residents of the Village and portions of Unincorporated Miami-Dade County, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted within the item, including the Village providing an initial payment to the School of $18,000 (total contributions over a three year period will amount to $30,000) to develop a number of educational initiatives and programs to serve its students and the community;
  2. authorize the Superintendent to execute and enter into any other documents required to effectuate the Easement or accept the contribution from the Village, as well as a Site Access Agreement, if required, under terms and conditions acceptable to the District; and
  3. authorize the Superintendent to grant or deny all approvals required under the Easement, including, without limitation, accepting assignment of the Easement to the Miami-Dade Water And Sewer Department, amending any of the exhibits to the Easement, matters relating to construction of improvements within the Easement area, renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Easement, and placing the Village in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-28 COMMISSION OF SR ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL & PLC Q, PROJECT NUMBER 01528700

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission SR Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record (Sheltered Market - Micro Business Enterprise) for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Dr. Gilbert L. Porter Elementary School & PLC Q, located at 15851 S.W. 112 Street, Miami, Florida 33196, Project Number 01528700, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $248,300 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29\u00a0COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE II, ADDITION OF MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADES 6-8 AT DR. TONI BILBAO PREPARATORY ACADEMY (A REUSE OF COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEW, THREE-STORY CLASSROOM BUILDING 09), PROJECT NUMBER 01999900

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Phase II, Addition of Middle School, Grades 6-8, at Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy (a reuse of Comstock Elementary School new three-story classroom Building 09) Project Number 01999900, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $410,000 for A/E Basic Services; and
  2. Supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-40\u00a0CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1. Change Order No. 1 on Project No. 01509200, General Obligation Bond funded ESE building addition (Phase 1), Citrus Grove Elementary for an additional cost of $46,386.56.

B-2. Change Order No. 13 on Project No. 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $25,160.00.

B-3.\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order No. 1 on Project No. 01529800, General Obligation Bond funded, addition and renovation project (Phase 1), Palm Springs North Elementary for a time extension of 5 days.

B-4. \u00a0Final Change Order, Change Order No. 1 on Project No. 01424300, General Obligation Bond funded replacement/renovation project, Scott Lake Elementary for an additional cost of $112,198.91 and a time extension of 4 days.

 

F-41 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01847600

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the Coral Gables Senior High School site; project number 01847600.

 

F-42\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL K-5 SITE (A REUSE OF DORAL GRAND BAY K-8, PHASE 1); PROJECT NUMBER 01892600

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service New Elementary School K-5 Site (a reuse of Doral Grand Bay K-8, Phase 1); Project Number 01892600.

 

F-43\u00a0AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED (VPI), THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW ADDITION & RENOVATIONS PROJECT, SHENANDOAH MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01893000 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Veitia Padron, Incorporated the General Obligation Bond funded new addition and renovations project, Shenandoah Middle School; Project Number 01893000; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $2,479,116.78.

 

F-58\u00a0AWARD ROOFING TERM BID PROJECT NO. 01989300-B SHELTERED MARKET SMALL BUSINESS CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. Award Roofing Term Bid Project No. 01989300-B Sheltered Market Small Business Contract to:
    1. Salomon Construction & Roofing Corp. \u00a0MWBE/SBE
      Dba Salomon Roofing & Waterproofing
      689 West 26th Street
      Hialeah, Fl. 33010
      Hispanic American
    2. G-7 Holdings, Inc.\u00a0
      Dba GarbageMan.com
      8600 NW 36th Avenue, 2nd Floor
      Miami, Fl. 33147
      Hispanic American
  2. Reject Roofing Term Bid Project No. 01989300-A Sheltered Market Micro Contract, to permit rebidding.

 

F-80\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for six (6) new applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1\u00a0\u00a0FINAL READING: TO AMEND BOARD POLICIES 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS; AND 6840, AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Policies 6835, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, and 6840, Audit and Budget Advisory Committee, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective October 2, 2019.

 

G-2 INITIAL READING: PROMULGATION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1135, 3135, AND 4135, PERSONNEL INVESTIGATIONS

RECOMMEND:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to promulgate Board Policies 1135, 3135, and 4135, Personnel Investigations.

 

G-3 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. BEATRIZ MEJIA, DOAH Case No. 18-6730

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of Miami-Dade County School Board v. Beatriz Mejia, DOAH Case No. 18-6730, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of her suspension already served and reinstating her to her position as an Interim Teacher with the School Board under the conditions specified in the Settlement Agreement.


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3\u00a0TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. accept the update on the status of the Together for Children Initiative, inclusive of:
    1. financial expenditures to date;
    2. the implementation of evidence-based solutions and strategies as well as the achievement of measurable goals and objectives designed to stem and eradicate youth gun violence;
    3. any program, policy, practice, and/or partnership recommendations and/or adjustments moving forward; and
  2. provide an additional update to the School Board at the Personnel, Student, School, and Community Support Committee Meeting no later than June 30, 2020.

H-4\u00a0PROPOSED 2020 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OF THE GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL BOARDS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed draft of the Greater Florida Consortium of School Boards 2020 Legislative Program.

 

H-5\u00a0TELEHEALTH COUNSELING (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of developing and implementing a telehealth counseling pilot program in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and report back to the Board by December 4, 2019.

 

H-6\u00a0DIVERSITY EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DEEAC) RESPONSIBILITIES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools and the School Board Attorney to work with the Diversity Equity and Excellence Advisory Committee (DEEAC) to prepare a comprehensive updated report by November 30, 2020,\u00a0 pursuant to School Board Policy 9142, assessing the implementation of\u00a0 Board policies to ensure that the District maintains its commitment to provide high-quality education to all students\u2014a commitment made to the Court and the Miami-Dade community upon receiving unitary status June 30, 2002. Included in this report should be a review and potential recommendations of the DEEAC responsibility areas identified in Board Policy 9142.

 

H-7\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2019 AS NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of October 2019 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools As National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

 

H-8 PROPOSED REVISION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS, (I) CANCELLATION AND RESCHEDULING OF BOARD MEETINGS DUE TO EMERGENCIES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings, with the assistance of the School Board Attorney, to revise Policy 0165, Public Meetings, (I) Cancellation and Rescheduling of Board Meetings Due to Emergencies, to clarify that a cancellation of the Board Meeting shall take place if a state of emergency exists and schools and/or district offices are closed by the Superintendent.\u00a0 The policy should also specify the process for cancellation of the meeting, the manner in which the cancellation is communicated to the Board and the public, and include that the Chair would notify the Board of the cancellation.

 

H-9\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2370 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent review and amend all applicable practices, procedures, and policies, including School Board Policy 2370, Magnet Programs/Schools, to ensure that multiple birth siblings are afforded the same standing as any other students during selection, placement, and enrollment in District’s programs and schools, and direct the Superintendent to ensure that applicable practices and procedures be aligned with the revised policies and are uniformly applied throughout the District.

 

H-10\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENTOFNOVEMBER 21, 2019 AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY, AND ITS GOAL OF INCREASING OVERALL STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT THROUGH PARENT ENGAGEMENT, WITH YEAR-ROUND ENCOURAGEMENT THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse November 21, 2019 as National Parent Involvement Day and its goal of increasing overall student achievement through parent engagement, with year-round encouragement throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-11\u00a0COLLEGE & POST SECONDARY PROMISE PROGRAM (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to convene a task force comprised of a cross-section of stakeholders representing business, philanthropic, educational, 501(c)(3) and governmental agencies and communities to determine the level of interest in and potential for establishing a countywide college promise type program. To that end, the task force will purposefully limit its initial scope and phased actionable goals to:

  1. review national case studies, particularly programs featuring public school district collaborations, to familiarize themselves with varying designs and implementation models, and financial considerations of college promisetype programs;
  2. based on data, analyze projected program needs and financial implications for either an established consensus of envisioned program design criteria or varying program designs as determined by the task force, which will be non-binding but serve as a benchmark to deliberate upon; and
  3. provide The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida with its findings and final recommendations, to include whether a follow up phase/task force is advisable for future steps towards the development of a countywide college promise type program that meets the needs and desires of our high school graduates, by no later than the December 11, 2019 School Board meeting.

 

H-12\u00a0NATIONAL CYBERSECURITY AWARENESS MONTH ENDORSEMENT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM) throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools and authorize the Superintendent to encourage schools to avail themselves of resources and guides to promote the NCSAM message, engage stakeholders, and help develop cybersecurity habits.


Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.\u00a0 This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

10.02.19

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interfernce with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. $1001.372(3), Fla. Stat.

 

SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

6:00 P.M.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

SEPTEMBER 4, 2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGULAR BOARD MEETING\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a011:00 A. M.
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI MARLINS BASEBALL TEAM (REPLACED)

 

B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. NELSON C. BELLIDO (REPLACED)

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

 


STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Winston Park K-8 Center Junior Thespian Troupe

 


AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: AUGUST 6, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: AUGUST 14, 2019


B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

NOTE: AGENDA ITEMS E-14, E-15 and E-16 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.


THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

  • Mental Health Update

 

A-2 SUPPORT STORM RECOVERY EFFORTS AND WAIVE AND/OR SUSPEND PROHIBITIONS OUTLINED IN BOARD POLICIES 5830,
STUDENT FUNDRAISING, AND 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, IN ORDER TO ALLOW FUNDRAISING AND/OR OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES AS WELL AS DISTRICT ASSISTANCE IN RELIEF EFFORTS (GOOD CAUSE, REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. waive and suspend prohibitions outlined in Board Policies 5830, Student Fundraising, and 9700, Relations with Special Interest Groups, in order to allow fundraising and/or other charitable activities in support of relief efforts in response to Hurricane Dorian, and
  2. authorize the Superintendent to provide logistical and staff support

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 \u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE (1) ONE RENEWAL CURRICULUM SUPPORT SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE, INC. ON BEHALF OF ALPHA CHARTER OF EXCELLENCE; AND (2) TWO NEW CURRICULUM SUPPORT SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH BEACON COLLEGE PREP, INC. ON BEHALF OF BEACON COLLEGE PREP AND BEACON COLLEGE PREP MIDDLE SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute one renewal curriculum support service agreement with Alpha Charter of Excellence, Inc. on behalf of Alpha Charter of Excellence and two new curriculum support service agreements with Beacon College Prep, Inc. on behalf of Beacon College Prep and Beacon College Prep Middle School, with an option to renew, for a mutually agreed upon fee of up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year.

 

C-2 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Miami-Dade County Public Schools 2019-2020 Testing Calendar.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 \u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1123 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from July 25, 2019 through August 15, 2019.

D-21\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective September 5, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item. (REVISED)


D-22\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE REVISIONS TO THE PERSONNEL INVESTIGATIVE MODEL (PIM)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve the recommended revisions to the Personnel Investigative Model (PIM) to be effective September 5, 2019; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to obtain an agreement with the affected bargaining units.

 

D-23\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN’S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to enter into a contractual services agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and Citizen’s Crime Watch of Miami-Dade County, Inc., in an amount of $71,000


D-55\u00a01)\u00a0 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 2)\u00a0\u00a0 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0

    1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

  1. Rinna I. Dickson: suspension without pay from her position as Paraprofessional III at Gulfstream Elementary School, for thirty (30) workdays, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  2. Wanda R. Frith: suspension without pay from her position as Part-Time Food Service Worker II at Frank C. Martin K-8 Center, for five (5) calendar days, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  3. Diego I. Garcia: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Miami Beach Senior High School, for five (5) workdays, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  4. Willie Mills: suspension without pay from his position as JROTC Instructor at North Miami Senior High School, for thirty (30) workdays, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  5. Marvin D. Umana: suspension without pay from his position as Security Specialist at Lindsey Hopkins Technical College, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4380, Threatening Behavior Toward Staff Members. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

    2)That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

  1. Raul Amores: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at West Miami Middle School, for thirty (30) workdays, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.
  2. Willie E. Cooper, Jr.: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Sprinkler Mechanic, Facilities Maintenance and Operations, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 8651, Board-Owned Vehicles; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.40, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  3. Celhomme Jean Francois: suspension without pay from his position as School Bus Driver at North Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; 8600, Transportation; and 8670, Post Trip Inspections of School Buses. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  4. Denise H. Johnson: suspension without pay from her position as School Bus Driver at John H. Schee Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; 8600, Transportation; and 8670, Post Trip Inspections of School Buses. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  5. Duane L. Jones: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as School Bus Driver at Southwest Transportation Center, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  6. Jeanette Ruiz: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Data Input Specialist II at Dr. Edward L. Whigham Elementary School, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; excessive absenteeism; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4430, Leaves of Absence. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.40, 1012.67, and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  7. Julius L. Sawyer: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Custodian at Building Operations, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.40, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  8. Dwight T. Stevens: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Vocational Education Teacher at Law Enforcement Officers Memorial High School, effective September 5, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

 


D-68\u00a0FINAL READING: PROPOSED PROMULGATION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 5330.03, MEDICAL MARIJUANA

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt new Policy 5330.03, Medical Marijuana, and authorize the Superintendent to file the Policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective September 4, 2019.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1\u00a0APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 approve the Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2019; and

2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 authorize the Superintendent to submit the approved report to the Florida Department of Education.

 

E-2\u00a0NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR APRIL, MAY AND JUNE 2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,000 deletions with a depreciated cost of $513,687 and 30 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $11,102 to update the records for April, May and June 2019.

 

E-14\u00a0ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2019-20

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt the following millage rates for FY 2019-20 for a total of 7.148 mills:

  1. locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;\u00a0
  2. state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 4.027 mills;
  3. Additional Operating voted levy of .75 mills; and
  4. Debt Service levy of .123 mills.

 

E-15\u00a0ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt the Educational Facilities Plan and the Five-Year Facilities Work Program for FY 2019-20 through FY 2023-24 and all required supporting documentation.
  2. authorize the Superintendent to make minor budget, project and schedule adjustments, if necessary, and report in writing to the Board.

 

E-16 FINAL ADOPTION OF THE FY 2019-20 BUDGET (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the FY 2019-20 Annual Budget by approving changes from the Tentative Adopted Budget as enumerated on pages 2 through 11 and the revenues and appropriations delineated on the official state budget forms and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on September 4, 2019.

 

E-17\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2018-19 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2018-19 General Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues and appropriations by $33,821,140; and
  2. adopt Summary of Revenues and Appropriations and the Summary of Appropriations by Function.

 

E-18\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2018-19 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt Resolution No. 3, FY 2018-19 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review, accepting donations, adjusting revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $ (853,474) and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described on page 5 and summarized on page 6.
  2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 3, FY 2018-19 Capital Outlay Funds Final Budget Review.

 

E-19\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2018-19 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 3, FY 2018-19 Debt Service Funds Final Budget Review, (1) recognizing changes in revenue, non-revenue sources, and transfers in from other funds, and (2) amending appropriations and year end fund balance by the amount of $ 2,545,867.

 

E-20\u00a0 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2018-19 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt resolution No. 3, FY 2018-19 Contracted Programs Fund Final Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $2,708,936 and
  2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

 

E-21\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2018-19 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2018-19 Food Service Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $1,579,651, decreasing appropriations by $5,339,860 and increasing ending fund balance by $3,760,209.

 

E-22\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 1 FY 2018-19 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND AND RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2018-19 SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2018-19 Miscellaneous Special Revenue \u2013 School Board Law Enforcement Trust Fund \u2013 Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $44,641, decreasing appropriations by $43,310 and increasing ending fund balance by $87,951 as shown on the schedule on page 3 of 4; and
  2. adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2018-19 Miscellaneous Special Revenue \u2013 School Board Special Events Trust Fund - Final Budget Review, increasing revenues by $18,334, increasing appropriations by $30 and increasing ending fund balance by $18,304 as shown on the schedule on page 4 of 4 of the agenda item.

E-23\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2018-19 Internal Service Fund FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 3, the FY 2018-19 Internal Service Fund Final Budget Review, decreasing revenues, expenses, transfers and net position by $3,772,358 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

 

E-24 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2018-19 fiduciary Fund \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt Resolution No. 1, the FY 2018-19 Fiduciary Fund - Pension Trust - Final Budget Review, increasing additions by $64,055, decreasing deductions by $228,643 and increasing net position by $292,698 as shown on the schedule on page 2 of 2 of the agenda item.

 

E-25\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2018-19 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 2 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2018-19 Categorical Program as shown on the attached form in the amount of $11,777,747.

 

E-26\u00a0ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1 ON THE USE OF FY 2019-20 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt Resolution No. 1 to provide flexibility for the selected FY 2019-20 Categorical Programs as shown on the attached form in the amount of $11,439,712.

 

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-021-HR \u2013 FOOD SERVICE LARGE, SMALL EQUIPMENT AND KITCHENWARE SUPPLIES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO.\u00a0 ITB-18-021-HR \u2013 FOOD SERVICE LARGE, SMALL EQUIPMENT AND KITCHENWARE SUPPLIES - to establish a pre-approved vendor list for large and small food service equipment, and kitchenware supplies, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of September 4, 2019 through September 3, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

 

A.\u00a0GENERAL HOTEL & RESTAURANT SUPPLY CORP.\u00a0
13900 NW 82ND AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33016
OWNER/OPERATOR: MARILYN OQUENDO, BID SPECIALIST

SUBCONTRACTOR(S):
HERITAGE FOOD SERVICE GROUP, INC.
5130 EXECUTIVE BOULEVARD
FORT WAYNE, IN 46808
OWNER/OPERATOR: JOHN MCDONOUGH, PRESIDENT

STAINLESS DEPOT & ASSOCIATES CORP.
14036 SW 140TH STREET
MIAMI, FL 33186
OWNER/OPERATOR: ALEXANDER HERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT

 

B.\u00a0GULF ICE SYSTEMS, INC.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
7790 SEARS BOULEVARD
PENSACOLA, FL 32514
OWNER/OPERATOR: PATRICIA M. HOWELL, CEO

SUBCONTRACTOR(S):
MOE’S REPAIR SERVICE INC.
1241 NW 94TH AVENUE
PLANTATION, FL 33322
OWNER/OPERATOR: MOHAMMAD ABOOTORABI, PRESIDENT

 

C.\u00a0LACE FOOD SERVICE CORPORATION\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
10490 NW 26 STREET
MIAMI, FL 33172
OWNER/OPERATOR: LUIS FERNANDEZ, VICE PRESIDENT

SUBCONTRACTOR(S):
MIAMI RESTAURANTS REPAIRS, INC.
7150 NW 77TH TERRACE
MEDLEY, FL 33166
OWNER/OPERATOR: ALBERTO RAMIREZ, PRESIDENT

 

D.\u00a0SAM TELL AND SON, INC.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
300 SMITH STREET
FARMINGDALE, NY 11735
OWNER/OPERATOR: MARC TELL, PRESIDENT

SUBCONTRACTOR(S):
EEC ACQUISITION, LLC DBA SMART CARE EQUIPMENT
SOLUTIONS
370 WABASHA STREET NORTH, SUITE 1700
ST. PAUL, MN 55102
OWNER/OPERATOR: WILLIAM EMORY, CEO

ITW FOOD EQUIPMENT GROUP LLC DBA HOBART SERVICE
701 SOUTH RIDGE AVENUE
TROY, OH 45374
OWNER/OPERATOR: ILC INVESTMENTS HOLDINGS INC.

MIAMI RESTAURANTS REPAIRS, INC.
7150 NW 77TH TERRACE
MEDLEY, FL 33166
OWNER/OPERATOR: ALBERTO RAMIREZ, PRESIDENT

RESTAURANT SERVICES, INC.
5200 BLUE LAGOON DRIVE, SUITE 300
MIAMI, FL 33126
OWNER/OPERATOR: MICHAEL BURNS, VICE PRESIDENT

 

E.\u00a0TRIMARK STRATEGIC DBA STRATEGIC EQUIPMENT, LLC
505 COLLINS STREET
SOUTH ATTLEBORO, MA 02703
OWNER/OPERATOR: AMY LEISURE, ACCOUNT REPRESENTATIVE

 

F.\u00a0UNITED ELECTRIC MOTORS, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE/SBE
DBA SOUTHERN ELECTRIC MOTORS
7100 NW 72ND AVENUE
MIAMI, FL 33166
OWNER/OPERATOR: BLADIMIR URENA, PRESIDENT
HISPANIC AMERICAN

 

2.\u00a0AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $14,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $4,666,666 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-044-MJ \u2013 SECURITY GUARD SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-024-MJ \u2013 SECURITY GUARD SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm, unite prices, for the purchase of security guard services for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, with an initial effective date of September 4, 2019 through September 3, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

      2. PRIMARY

    1. HAYNES SECURITY SERVICES, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/VBE/MWBE
      7900 NW 27TH AVE, STE. E-239A
      MIAMI, FL 33147
      OWNER/OFFICER: EDWARD LEE HAYNES
      AFRICAN AMERICAN

      ALTERNATE

    2. KING INTELLIGENCE AND SECURITY SERVICES, INC.\u00a0 SBE/MWBE \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
      2880 WEST OAKLAND PARK BOULEVARD, 211
      OAKLAND PARK, FL 33311
      OWNER/OFFICER: KAOLA T. KING, CEO
      AFRICAN AMERICAN
    3. BRIGHT LIGHT SECURITY SERVICES LLC \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0MWBE
      3600 S. STATE ROAD 7
      SUITE 260
      MIRAMAR, FL 33023
      OWNER/OFFICER: MAXINE M. GORDON
      AFRICAN AMERICAN
  2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide security guard services, subject to availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-042-HR \u2013 FOOD SERVICE PAPER PRODUCTS AND CONTAINERS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. \u00a0 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-042-HR \u2013 FOOD SERVICE PAPER PRODUCTS AND CONTAINERS - to establish a pre-approved vendor list for the purchase and delivery of food service products and containers, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of September 4, 2019 through September 3, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    A.\u00a0ALL FLORIDA PAPER, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE\u00a0
    9150 NW 105TH WAY
    MEDLEY, FL 33178
    OWNER/OPERATOR: MARISEL CACERES, MANAGER
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

    B. BIOPLANET CORP. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    21110 NORTH SUMMITRY CIRCLE
    KATY, TX 77449
    OWNER/OPERATOR: BERNARDO HERRERO, PRESIDENT

    C.\u00a0DADE PAPER & BAG, LLC \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    9601 NW 112TH AVENUE
    MIAMI, FL 33178
    OWNER/OPERATOR: VICKIE SCAGLIONE, BID DIRECTOR

    D. H.M.A. OF MIAMI INC. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    240 WEST 27TH STREET
    HIALEAH, FL 33010
    OWNER/OPERATOR: GRISELL MUTTER, PRESIDENT

    E. LACE FOODSERVICE CORPORATION \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    10490 NW \u00a026TH STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33172
    OWNER/OPERATOR: LUIS FERNANDEZ, VICE PRESIDENT

    F.\u00a0MINMOR INDUSTRIES LLC \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    6010 EARLE BROWN DRIVE
    MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55430
    OWNER/OPERATOR: LINDSEY MILLER, PROJECT MANAGER

    G.\u00a0MY GOODIES STORE LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
    11933 NE 12TH AVENUE
    BISCAYNE PARK, FL 33161
    OWNER/OPERATOR: ROLANDE SAINT PREUX, VICE PRESIDENT
    AFRICAN AMERICAN

    H.\u00a0SERV-PAK PRODUCTS, INC. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    5844 DAWSON STREET
    HOLLYWOOD, FL 33023
    OWNER/OPERATOR: RICHARD KATZ, PRESIDENT

    I. SOUTHEASTERN PAPER GROUP OF FLORIDA, INC.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    3850 PORT JACKSONVILLE PARKWAY, SUITE 7
    JACKSONVILLE, FL 32226
    OWNER/OPERATOR: E. LEWIS MILLER, JR., CEO\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

    J. Y-NOT DESIGN & MFG. INC., DBA Y-NOT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
    3485 NW 65TH STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33147
    OWNER/OPERATOR: ANGELINA GARCIA, VICE PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

  2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $12,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $6,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.
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E-144 PARTIAL AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-019-HR\u2013 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS, SERVICE CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. PARTIAL AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO.\u00a0 ITB-18-019-HR \u2013 FIRE SUPPRESSION SYSTEMS, SERVICE CONTRACT, to establish a contract to furnish necessary labor, transportation, material and equipment to test, service, inspect, repair and maintain fire suppression systems, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of September 4, 2019 through September 3, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:
    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    CITY FIRE INCORPORATED \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0SBE/MWBE
    5708 SW 25TH STREET
    HOLLYWOOD, FL 33023
    OWNER/OPERATOR: GERARD STUMM, JR., PRESIDENT
    WOMAN-OWNED
  2. REJECT Groups 1 and 2: Engineered Systems, items 1 to 14, to allow for rebidding.
  3. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $750,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $250,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-146 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-053-DP \u2013 ANTI-VIRUS & ENDPOINT PROTECTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. AWARD Request for Proposals No. RFP-18-053-DP \u2013 ANTI-VIRUS & ENDPOINT PROTECTION, to establish contracts for anti-virus and endpoint protection solutions against a broad range of current and emerging threats at Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of September 4, 2019, through September 3, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    1. DIGITALERA GROUP, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
      4931 SW 75TH AVENUE
      MIAMI, FL 33155
      OWNER/OFFICER: CLIFFORD J DYER, MGR
      HISPANIC AMERICAN
    2. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
      DBA UDT
      2900 MONARCH LAKES BOULEVARD, SUITE 300
      MIRAMAR, FL 33027
      OWNER/OFFICER: ENRIQUE A FLECHES, CEO
      HISPANIC AMERICAN
  2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $450,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $150,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

E-147\u00a0AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-057-MT - GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE AND FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM \u2013 DENTAL COVERAGE (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-057-MT - GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE AND FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM \u2013 DENTAL COVERAGE, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools employees, dependents and retirees, with initial effective date of January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2024, and may, by mutual agreement, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year period subject to successful negotiations:
    1. Dental Coverage:
      1. DELTA DENTAL INSURANCE COMPANY
        5200 BLUE LAGOON DRIVE, SUITE 110
        MIAMI, FL 33126
        OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL MANER, VP, SALES

        SUBCONTRACTOR:
        JNICK MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
        2425 NW 43RD STREET
        MIAMI, FL 33142
        AFRICAN AMERICAN
      2. UNITEDHEALTHCARE SERVICES, INC.
        3100 SW 145 AVENUE, SUITE 200
        MIRAMAR, FL 33027
        OWNER/OFFICER: GINA CICCIA, VP OF FLORIDA
        PUBLIC & LABOR SALES
        Delta Dental and UnitedHealthcare at the following monthly premiums:
  2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide Group Term Life Insurance and Flexible Benefits Program \u2013 Dental Services, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period.

 

E-201\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/ DONATIONS FOR FOUR PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. accept four grant awards for programs from:
    1. Florida Center for Students with Unique Abilities at the University of Central Florida under the Florida Postsecondary Comprehensive Transition Program Enhancement Grant, in the approximate amount of $300,000, for the grant period of August 1, 2019, through June 30, 2021;
    2. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Adult Education and Family Literacy, Adult General Education, in the approximate amount of $3,413,976, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
    3. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Adult Education and Family Literacy, English Literacy & Civics Education, in the approximate amount of $2,300,000, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020; and
    4. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Florida Public Television Stations Grant, in the approximate amount of $320,400, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020.
  2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;
  3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
  4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
  5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
  6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
  7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

E-202\u00a0ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2020 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt the proposed 2020 State and Federal Legislative programs; and
  2. authorize the Superintendent to use District resources and to advocate for the best interest of the District on issues at the state and federal levels that may have fiscal, local control, and/or governance impact on Miami-Dade County Public Schools' operations, but does not have major policy implications, provided such issues are reported to the Board.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-26\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0COMMISSION OF SR ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT EVERGLADES K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 01424800

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission SR Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Everglades K-8 Center, located at 8375 S.W. 16 Street, Miami, Florida 33155, Project Number 01424800, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $259,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-27\u00a0COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE I, K-8 CONVERSION AT BISCAYNE GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL/THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL (A REUSE OF PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PHASE II REPLACEMENT OF BUILDING 01), PROJECT NUMBER 01432800

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond (GOB) funded Phase I, K-8 Conversion at Biscayne Gardens Elementary School/Thomas Jefferson Middle School (a reuse of Palm Springs North Elementary School, Phase II Replacement of Building 01), Project Number 01432800, as follows:

  1. a lump sum fee of $350,000 for A/E Basic Services; and
  2. supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-28\u00a0APPROVAL OF UPDATED PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT SERVICES, RELATED TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6330 \u2013 ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve updated Procedures for the Selection of Building Code Consultant Services, related to School Board Policy 6330 - Architectural, Engineering, Landscape Architectural, Land Surveying, Construction Management, Program Management and Inspection Services.

 

F-40\u00a0CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 12 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $28,545.92.

B-2. \u00a0Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01435500, General Obligation Bond funded renovation project, Toussaint L'Ouverture Elementary School for a credit of $104,044.31 and a time extension of 20 days.


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1\u00a0\u00a0FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICIES 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY; 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS; AND 8330, STUDENT RECORDS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt proposed amendments to Board Policies 8405, School Safety, 5112, Entrance Requirements, and 8330, Student Records, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective September 4, 2019.


G-2\u00a0\u00a0FINAL READING: TO AMEND BOARD POLICY 6550, TRAVEL AND PER DIEM; AND BYLAW 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt proposed amendments to amend Policy 6550, Travel and Per Diem, and Bylaw 0166, Non-Public Meetings, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy and bylaw with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective September 4, 2019.


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3\u00a0 LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Chair to schedule an annual work session with the Board’s legislative lobbyists as soon as it is feasible.


H-4\u00a0\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2019 AS NATIONAL SCHOOL BACKPACK AWARENESS DAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Wednesday, September 18, 2019 as National School Backpack Awareness Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.


H-5\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF FLORIDA’S FIRST LADY CASEY DESANTIS MULTI-AGENCY MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE INITIATIVE: HOPE FOR HEALING FLORIDA (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Florida’s First Lady Casey DeSantis Multi-Agency Mental Health and Substance Abuse Initiative: Hope for Healing Florida.

H-6 REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTRY, FLORIDA TO ENDORSE SEPTEMBER 2019 AS NATIONAL CHILDHOOD OBESITY AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse September 2019 as National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.


H-7\u00a0EXPLORING MODIFICATION OF SCHOOL BOARD PURCHASING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL:

That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore if it would be feasible to:

  1. explore the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) to meet with the end-user department prior to solicitation documents being finalized in order to determine which competitive solicitation process is most aligned with diversity, equity, and inclusion;
  2. award additional points, percentage points, and/or a combination of incentives to small owned businesses, micro owned Businesses, veteran owned businesses, minority owned businesses, and women-owned small businesses that have not been contracted by the School Board in the last six months; and
  3. provide a status update to the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, by the November 20, 2019 regular School Board Meeting

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENTRECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and request that the Superintendent distribute educational information throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 20-26, 2019, AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF YEAR-ROUND SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 20-26, 2019, and encouragement of year-round safe driving practices at all District high schools.

 

H-10\u00a0 DISTRICT COLLABORATION WITH OUTSIDE ORGANIZATIONS TO CREATE AWARENESS ON THE IMPACT OF PUBLIC CHARGE ON OUR FAMILIES

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent explore the feasibility of increasing awareness by our students and their families of the implications of the new rules interpreting the “public charge” provision of INA and of their continued ability to lawfully obtain certain public benefits.

 

H-11\u00a0CHILD SAFE KITS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of distributing Child Safe kits throughout the District and report back to the Board by the November 20, 2019 School Board Meeting.

 

H-12 HUMANE ANIMAL CONTROL\u00a0(REVISED)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. Review current procedures regarding stray animals on M-DCPS property and ensure that Miami-Dade County Animal Services is the primary agency contacted for the removal of cats, when necessary; \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
  2. Ensure principals and site administrators are advised of proper procedures for removal of animals from District properties; and
  3. Report back to the Board by the December 11, 2019 School Board Meeting.

 

H-13\u00a0MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ ENDORSEMENT OF THE NAACP ACT-SO PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse and support the NAACP ACT-SO program and the participation of students in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools.


Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.\u00a0 This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.


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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

AUGUST 14, 2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGULAR BOARD MEETING\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a011:00 A. M.
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-047 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE PRESIDENT OF MIAMI DADE COLLEGE, EDUARDO J. PADR\u00d3N, PH.D.

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-047 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the President of Miami-Dade College, Eduardo J. Padr\u00f3n, Ph.D.

 

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JUDGE RODNEY SMITH (REPLACED)

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

 


STUDENT PERFORMANCE

 


AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: July 25, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: July 16, 2019 Special School Board Meeting, July 24, 2019 Regular School Board Meeting, July 24, 2019 First Budget Public Hearing


B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.


THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Opening of Schools

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 \u00a0REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE TURNAROUND SCHOOL SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICES APPLICATION

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the attached Turnaround School Supplemental Services Application.


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 \u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1122 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from June 21, 2019 through July 25, 2019

D-21\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective August 15, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.


D-22\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD TO AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO SUBMIT AN UPDATE AND CONTINUATION OF THE M-DCPS PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG (2019-2024) TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to submit an update and continuation of the current Professional Learning Catalog, 2019-2024 to the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) for approval, as required in accordance with State Board Rule 6A-5.071 (FAC).


D-55\u00a0\u00a0RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employee.

  1. Lea Coto: suspension without pay from her position as Secretary/Treasurer at David Lawrence, Jr. K-8 Center, for ten (10)workdays, effective August 15, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 6610, Internal Accounts. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes.

D-65\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE AFTERSCHOOL MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM AUGUST 19, 2019 THROUGH AUGUST 19, 2022.

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into contractual agreements with community agencies for the Department of Food and Nutrition to provide afterschool meals/snacks for participants in their programs from August 19, 2019 through August 19, 2022.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


E-106\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2020

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, tentatively approve for planning purposes, the following schedule of Board meeting dates for the period January-December 2020: January 15, February 12, March 11 (Instructional Materials Public Hearing), March 18, April 29, May 20, June 17, July 15, July 29 (First Budget Public Hearing), August 12, September 2 (Regular Meeting/Second Budget Public Hearing), October 21, November 17 (Organization Meeting), November 18 and December 9.\u00a0 The final listing of meeting dates for 2020 will be established by the Board at the 2019 Organization Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 20, 2019.

E-142 \u00a0REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-18-004-CH MENTAL WELLNESS CURRICULUM

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-004-CH \u2013 MENTAL WELLNESS CURRICULUM, to permit rebidding at a later date.

 

E-201\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR THREE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. accept three grant awards for programs from:

    2. a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Adults with Disabilities (AWD) Grant Program, in the approximate amount of $1,125,208, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;

    b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Secondary Programs, Section 131, in the approximate amount of $4,446,135, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020; and

    c. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Carl D. Perkins, Career and Technical Education Postsecondary Programs, Section 132, in the approximate amount of $1,176,687, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020.

  2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;
  3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
  4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
  5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
  6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
  7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-26\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITION & RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI BEACH SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01530400

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Addition & Renovations at Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School, located at 1050 Fourth Street, Miami Beach, FL 33139, Project Number 01530400, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $327,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-29\u00a0\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., BY THE ADDITION OF GEOTECHNICAL CONSULTANTS INTERNATIONAL, INC. (D/B/A GCI, INC.) AS A SUB-CONSULTANT FIRM TO PROVIDE SUPPORT SERVICES STAFF

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the addition of Geotechnical Consultants International, Inc., d/b/a GCI, Inc., as a sub-consultant to WSP USA Inc., for the Program Management Support Services Agreement in accordance with the terms and conditions, for the duration of the Agreement.


F-30\u00a0\u00a0 APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING UPDATED PROFESSIONAL SELECTION PROCEDURES RELATED TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6330 \u2013 ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES:

  • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS
  • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (A/EPC) AND SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (SPC)
  • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (CM), CM AT-RISK AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (PM) SERVICES
  • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) SERVICES FIRMS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the following updated Professional Selection procedures related to School Board Policy 6330 \u2013 Architectural, Engineering, Landscape Architectural, Land Surveying, Construction Management, Program Management and Inspection Services:

  • Procedures for the Selection of Architects & Engineers
  • Procedures for the Selection of Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultants (A/EPC) and Special Projects Consultants (SPC)
  • Procedures for the Selection of Construction Management (CM), CM at-Risk and Program Management (PM) Services
  • Procedures for the Selection of Guaranteed Energy Performance Contract (GEPC) Services Firms

F-31\u00a0\u00a0 COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01528900

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Homestead Middle School, located at 650 N.W. 2 Avenue, Homestead, Florida 33030, Project Number 01528900, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $357,200 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

F-40\u00a0\u00a0CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 7 on Project Number 01426100, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovation Project (K-8 Conversion), Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center for an additional cost of $11,400.00.

B-2. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01442700, Classroom Addition To Replace Portables, Gulfstream Elementary for a time extension of 73 days.

B-3. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01424100, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovation project, Hibiscus Elementary School for a time extension of 19 days.

B-4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01433900, General Obligation Bond funded renovation project, Jack D. Gordon Elementary School for a credit of $98,234.84.

B-5. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01326900, General Obligation Bond funded remodeling/renovation project, Miami Northwestern Senior High School for a credit of $9,211.57.

B-6. Change Order Number 5 on Project Number 01509506, General Obligation Bond funded, Pull Out to expedite black box theatre, PE and Dining shelter, Parking, Norland Middle School for an additional cost of $120,405.50.

F-58\u00a0\u00a0 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNUAL SAFETY-TO-LIFE INSPECTION DOCUMENTS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Annual Safety-to-Life Inspection Documents.


F-80\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for one (1) new application for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.



G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1\u00a0\u00a0 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND BOARD POLICIES 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS; AND 6840, AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policies 6835, Office of Management and Compliance Audits, and 6840, Audit and Budget Advisory Committee.


G-2\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL IN THE FOLLOWING MATTERS: (1) CITY OF AVENTURA’S INVOCATION OF FLORIDA’S GOVERNMENTAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION ACT AND (2) 20-1500 PROJECT

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to retain the following attorneys:

  1. \u00a0Shareholders Mr. Elliot Scherker and Mr. Frank Sanchez at a rate of $650.00 per hour, Mr. Jay Yagoda (Of Counsel) and Ms. Nancy Lash at a rate of $550 per hour, Mr. Robert C. Gang at $395.00 per hour, Ms. Brenda Saavedra at $495.00 per hour, Ms. Stephanie Jimenez at $375 per hour and paralegals from the firm at $130.00 per hour from the law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A.; and
  2. Attorneys Isabel Diaz, Richard Rodriguez, Daniel Hanlon and Vivian de las Cuevas from the law firm of Holland & Knight at $494.00 per hour and other attorneys (partners and associates) at $394.00 per hour, and paralegals at an hourly rate of $175.00 per hour.


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-3\u00a0 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROMOTE THE SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM IN CONJUNCTION WITH “WALK OUR CHILDREN TO SCHOOL DAY” (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR.  MARTIN KARP:\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. Continue encouraging student participation in the School Breakfast Program at all Miami-Dade County Public Schools; and,
  2. Encourage adult participation, if feasible, in the School Breakfast Program on October 2, 2019 in conjunction with the International “Walk Our Children to School Day.”

H-4\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2019 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October 2019 as National Principals Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.


H-5\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF “ETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2019” IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse “Ethical Governance Day 2019” to take place on October 16, 2019 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools sponsored by the Miami-Dade County Commission on Ethics and Public Trust.

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2019 THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2019 (REVISED)

PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Hispanic Heritage Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools from September 15th through October 15, 2019.


H-7\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER 25, 2019, AS “DADS TAKE YOUR CHILD TO SCHOOL DAY” THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse September 25, 2019, as “Dads Take Your Child to School Day” throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.


H-8\u00a0\u00a0 COLLABORATION WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PARKS DEPARTMENT FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARTICIPATION IN NOCHES TROPICALES EVENTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent explore the feasibility of collaborating with Miami-Dade County Parks Department to give school bands the opportunity to perform at Tropical Park for Noches Tropicales.


H-9 REQUEST FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO INTEGRATE THE “BIKESAFE” BICYCLE SAFETY PROGRAM DEVELOPED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI KIDz NEUROSCIENCE CENTER, INTO THE EXISTING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL’S PEDESTRIAN/BUS SAFETY EDUCATION PROGRAM, GRADES K-8 DISTRICTWIDE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent integrate the “BikeSafe” Bicycle Safety Program, developed by the University of Miami KIDz Neuroscience Center, into the existing Miami-Dade County Public Schools Pedestrian/Bus Safety Education Program, grades K-8 districtwide.


Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.\u00a0 This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.


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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

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SBAB AUDITORIUM

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AT THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF THE ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR 2019-2020 should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, JULY 23, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

PUBLIC HEARING ON ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

AGENDA ITEMS

SP-1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2019-20 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. tentatively adopt the millage rates below:

a) locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;

b) state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 4.027 mills;

c) Additional Operating voted levy of .75 mills; and

d) Debt Service levy of .123 mills.


2. tentatively adopt the millage resolution for FY 2019-20 for a total of 7.148 mills.

 

SP-2\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2019-20 BUDGET (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. tentatively adopt the FY 2019-20 Annual Budget, which consists of the budget approved for advertising on July 16, 2019, as well as the adjustments shown on Attachment A, and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on July 24, 2019; and

2. approve the FY 2019-20 School Allocation Plan.



SP-3\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ADOPTION OF POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR USE OF DISTRICT DISCRETIONARY LOTTERY FUNDS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the above policies and procedures and approve the use of District Discretionary Lottery Funds appropriated by the Legislature to fund the Educational Excellence School Advisory Council.

 

NOTE:\u00a0AGENDA ITEMS SP-1, SP-2 AND SP-3 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

 

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 22, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


 

B-3\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-044 OF THESCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,RECOGNIZING DO THE RIGHT THING (REPLACED)

 

B-4\u00a0 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SILVIO A. PLATA

 

B-5\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. STEVEN MICHAEL MARIN (REPLACED)


SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

 


STUDENT PERFORMANCE

 


AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: May 28 and 30, 2019; June 6 and 13, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: Minutes of the June 11, 2019 Attorney Client Session and the June 19, 2019 Regular School Board Meeting


B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.


THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

  

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

2018-2019 School Performance

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1121 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from May 10, 2019 through June 20, 2019.

D-21\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective July 25, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

 


D-55 (REVISED)

  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
  3. REQUESTED APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT FOR DISCIPLINARY MATTER THAT HAS BEEN APPEALED

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0

  1. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employee.
    1. Teresa 0. Arce: suspension without pay from her position as Custodian at North Twin Lakes Elementary School, for ten (10) calendar days, effective July 25, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics;\u00a0 and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and\u00a0 447.209,\u00a0 Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).
  2. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary\u00a0 action,\u00a0 pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.
    1. Keyonna \u00a0L. Mccown: \u00a0suspension \u00a0without \u00a0pay \u00a0and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Citizens Information Specialist at Southwest Transportation Center, effective July 25, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting; 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and\u00a0 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.40, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes.
  3. That, in the appeal of disciplinary action that was taken by the Board at its meeting of December 6, 2017, to suspend without pay and initiate dismissal proceedings against Derrick Pittman, and the charges that led to the employee's suspension have been resolved; thereby, that the School Board of Miam-iDade County, Florida, approve the Settlement Agreement in the arbitration matter between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, AFSCME, and Derrick Pittman, and reinstate employee Derrick Pittman to his position as a Custodian.

 

    D-65\u00a0 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ELEVEN NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, TWO NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS AND SIX CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    A. Approve eleven (11) new charter school applications and authorize the Superintendent to negotiate contracts reflecting the contents of the applications as approved by the School Board with:

      1. Aspire Preparatory Academy, Inc., d/b/a Aspire Preparatory Academy;
      2. Florida High School for Accelerated Learning - Miami-Dade Campus, Inc., d/b/a Florida High School for Accelerated Learning - Northwest;
      3. Florida High School for Accelerated Learning - Miami Campus, Inc., d/b/a Florida High School for Accelerated Learning - Southwest;
      4. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Brickell Preparatory Middle School (High Performing Replication of Mater Academy Charter Middle School, MSID 6012);
      5. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Brickell Preparatory High School;
      6. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy KCLH (High Performing Replication of Mater Gardens Academy, MSID 0312);
      7. NorthStar Academies, Inc., d/b/a NorthStar Academy of Miami-Dade County;
      8. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Sunset (High Performing Replication of Somerset Academy Elementary School (South Miami Campus), MSID 2007);
      9. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Middle School \u2013 Sunset (High Performing Replication of Somerset Academy Middle School (South Miami Campus), MSID 6053);
      10. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Somerset Academy Sunset High School (High Performing Replication of Somerset Academy Charter High School, MSID 7042); and,
      11. True North Classical Academy, Inc., d/b/a True North Classical Academy High School.


    B. Approve two new charter school contracts with:

    1. AcadeMir Charter Schools, Inc., d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School of Math and Science (MSID 4242), to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024; and,
    2. Phoenix Academies of Excellence, Inc., d/b/a Phoenix Academy of Excellence (MSID 6099), to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024.

    C. Approve six charter school contract amendments with:

    1. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep Academy of Village Green (MSID 3034), to (a) increase student enrollment by 350 students from 828 students to 1,178 students for the 2019-2020 school year, and by 525 students to a maximum of 1,353 students for the 2020-2021 school year; and (b) amend the grade levels as follows: (i.) Year 4: 2019-2020 \u2013 Grades K-9 and (ii.) Year 5: 2020-2021 \u2013 Grades K-10;
    2. NorthStar Academies, Inc., d/b/a C. G. Bethel High School (MSID 7062), to (a) amend the grade levels as follows: Years 2-3: 2020-2022 \u2013 Grades 7-12; and Years 4-10: 2022-2029 \u2013 Grades 6-12; and (b) add two facilities adjacent to the existing campus that will be used for student and staff parking, located at 1691 N.E. 161st Street, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162 (Folio No. 07-2217-016-0050) and 1681 N.E. 161st Street, North Miami Beach, Florida 33162 (Folio No. 07-2217-016-0060), commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2029;
    3. NorthStar Academies, Inc., d/b/a Chambers High School (MSID 7065), to (a) amend the grade levels as follows: Years 2-3: 2020-2022 - Grades 7-12; Years 4-10: 2022-2029 - Grades 6-12; and (b) allow the school to use the parking lot of a property located at 692 N. Homestead Boulevard, Homestead, Florida 33030, for student and staff parking, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2029;
    4. United Cerebral Palsy of South Florida Charter School, Inc., d/b/a United Community Options of South Florida Charter School, Inc., d/b/a Early Beginnings Academy (MSID 4070), to increase the grade levels from SPED Pre-Kindergarten through grade two to SPED Pre-Kindergarten through grade five, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2025;
    5. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Elementary School (South Miami Campus) (MSID 2007), to add two facilities adjacent to the existing campus to be used for storage and office space, located at 5920 S.W. 68th Street, South Miami, Florida 33143 (Folio No. 09-4025-028-1440) and 5928 S.W. 68th Street, South Miami, Florida 33143 (Folio No. 09-4025-028-1460), \u00a0commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2033; and,
    6. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Middle School (South Miami Campus) (MSID 6053), to add two facilities adjacent to the existing campus to be used for storage and office space, located at 5920 S.W. 68th Street, South Miami, Florida 33143 (Folio No. 09-4025-028-1440) and 5928 S.W. 68th Street, South Miami, Florida 33143 (Folio No. 09-4025-028-1460), commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2033.

    D. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.


    D-66\u00a0\u00a0 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-61 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.
    2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-78 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.
    3. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-86 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.
    4. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-88 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.
    5. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-89 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.
    6. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion.



D-67\u00a0 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the attached list of out-of-county/out-of-state trips for the 2019-2020 school year for use in conjunction with School Board Policy 2340 \u2013 Field and Other District-Sponsored Trips.


D-68 \u00a0INITIAL READING: PROPOSED PROMULGATION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 5330.03, MEDICAL MARIJUANA (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to adopt new Board Policy 5330.03, Medical Marijuana.

 

D-69\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF M-DCPS MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE ALLOCATION PLAN

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the M-DCPS Mental Health Assistance Allocation Plan and its submittal to the Commissioner of Education.

       

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY



E-1\u00a0MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2019

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending May 2019.


E-2\u00a0 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER TRAVEL (IN-STATE AND OUTSIDE OF THE STATE) (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: 1) approve the travel by Board members, as delineated in this item and as specified in the list of anticipated travel by School Board maintained in the Office of Citizen Information, which is incorporated herein by reference, for travel that exceeds $500 and for all travel outside of the State of Florida; and 2) find that said travel by School Board members is for official business of the school district and complies with rules of the State Board of Education.


E-86\u00a0\u00a0INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.


E-87\u00a0\u00a0INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 LIMITED SCOPE REVIEW OF THE DISTRICT’S PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST PROCESS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Limited Scope Review of the District’s Public Records Request Process.


E-88\u00a0 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUDIT PLAN AND AU 260 COMMUNICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida Audit Plan and AU 260 Communication for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2019.


E-89\u00a0\u00a0OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS’ 2019-2020 AUDIT PLAN (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Office of Management and Compliance Audits’ 2019-2020 Audit Plan.


E-141 \u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-034-DP \u2013 IT HARDWARE EQUIPMENT, ACCESSORIES, PERIPHERALS, AND SUPPORT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-034-DP \u2013 IT HARDWARE EQUIPMENT, ACCESSORIES, PERIPHERALS, AND SUPPORT, to establish contracts with preapproved vendors to provide Dell, Hewlett-Packard (HP), Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE), and Lenovo hardware equipment, accessories, peripherals, supplies, maintenance, and support for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of July 24, 2019, through July 23, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    A. DADE TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE/SBE\u00a0
    4805 NW 79TH AVENUE, SUITE 10
    MIAMI, FL 33166
    OWNER/OFFICER: SANDRA BOHORQUEZ, VP
    HISPANIC AMERICAN


    B. BLM TECHNOLOGIES OF FLORIDA, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SBE
    DBA EVOLVTEC
    1321 NW 65TH PLACE, SUITE 3
    FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33309
    OWNER/OFFICER: GREG BLANC, PRESIDENT


    C. UNITED DATA TECHNOLOGIES, INC.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
    DBA UDT
    2900 MONARCH LAKES BOULEVARD, SUITE 300
    MIRAMAR, FL 33027
    OWNER/OFFICER: FERNANDO FERNANDEZ, CFO
    HISPANIC AMERICAN


    SUB-CONTRACTOR:
    IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
    DBA PHONE AND PAD WAREHOUSE
    18149 NE 19TH AVENUE
    NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
    OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, PRESIDENT
    AFRICAN AMERICAN

    2.\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $24,000,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $8,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

    E-142 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-022-CM -\u00a0 BACKGROUND SCREENING SERVICES (REVISED)

    RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    1.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-022-CM - BACKGROUND SCREENING SERVICES, to select qualified firms and/or individuals for the background screening services for school volunteers for all schools and district locations, initial effective date of July 24, 2019 through July 23, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    RAPTOR TECHNOLOGIES, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    631 WEST 22ND ST
    P.O. BOX 7966
    HOUSTON, TX 77270
    OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES VESTERMAN, MANAGER
    Services and Digital Identification Badging @ $4.75 per Person/Group

    SUBCONTRACTOR(S):
    J.D. PALATINE, LLC
    8000 BROOKTREE RD, SUITE 210
    WEXFORD, PA 15090
    OWNER/OFFICER: CHAD KILLIAN, CEO

    2.\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $675,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $225,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

    3. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to extend RFP15-017-YWP for the current incumbent Verified Volunteers, up to a three (3) month contract extension, to permit transition of services



    E-143 \u00a0 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-030-MT - CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND/OR SPECIAL PROJECTS COMMUNICATION SERVICES (WITHDRAWN)

    RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    1.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-030-MT - CRISIS MANAGEMENT AND/OR SPECIAL PROJECTS COMMUNICATION SERVICES, to obtain qualified individuals or firms to provide crisis management and/or special projects communication services, initial effective date of July 24, 2019 through July 23, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

        1. ASGK PUBLIC STRATEGIES, LLC DBA KIVVIT
          222 W MERCHANDISE MART PLZ, STE 2400
          CHICAGO, IL 60654
          OWNER/OFFICER: ERIC SEDLER, MANAGER
        2. CONCEPTUAL COMMUNICATIONS, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
          901 PROGRESSO DRIVE, STE 210
          FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33304
          OWNER/OFFICER: LAURIE MENEKOU, MANAGER
          WOMEN OWNED
        3. GADE TET OU, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
          12812 SW 209 STREET
          MIAMI, FL 33177
          OWNER/OFFICER: MARIE FLORE LINDOR-LATORTUE, MANAGER
          AFRICAN AMERICAN
        4. INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS CONSULTING, CORP
          3819 N SOUTHPORT, APT 3
          CHICAGO, IL 60613
          OWNER/ OFFICER: DANIEL MARTIN, PRESIDENT
        5. MOVIS MEDIA GROUP, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 MBE/MWBE/VBE
          7900 NORTHWEST 27TH AVENUE SUITE #E239A
          MIAMI, FL 33147
          OWNER/OFFICER: CANDYCE M. HAYNES, PRESIDENT
          AFRICAN AMERICAN
        6. THE MERCHANT STRATEGY, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
          1804 NORTH DIXIE HIGHWAY, SUITE B
          WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33407
          OWNER/OFFICER: SHARON MERCHANT, PRESIDENT
          WOMEN OWNED
        7. THE NEWS DIRECTORS, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 MBE
          300 SOUTH BISCAYNE BLVD, SUITE 2512
          MIAMI, FL 33131
          OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN C. ANDREWS, PRESIDENT

        2.\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide crisis management and/or special projects communication, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.


        E-144 \u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-046-MT - TITLE I EQUITABLE SUPPLEMENTARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (ESES) FOR NON-PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS AND SUBJECT TO THEIR SELECTION BY A PARTICIPATING NON-PUBLIC SCHOOL

        RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following contract:

        Request for Proposals No. RFP-16-046-MT \u2013 Title I Equitable Supplementary Educational Services (ESES) for Non-Public School Students and Subject to their selection by a participating non-public school is to deliver equitable supplementary educational services (ESES) in the areas of reading, mathematics, science or social studies to Title I students enrolled in non-public schools, as well as professional development and parental involvement activities in support of these students, their teachers, and families, with an initial effective date of August 1, 2017 through July 31, 2019, and may be extended for three (3) one year periods, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidders. The contract will be extended, with or effected date of August 1, 2019 through July 21, 2020. This supplement is required to provide the necessary services for participating non-public schools. The purchase amounts may increase based on new federal requirements under the Every Student Succeeds Act.

        Fund Source
        Grant Funds


        A. CATAPULT LEARNING
        TWO AQUARIUM DRIVE, SUITE 100
        CAMDEN, NJ 08103
        OWNER/OFFICER: ANNETTE CHARLES, TERRITORY VICE PRESIDENT

        SUBCONTRACTOR(S):

        i.STAR GGRAPHICS, INC. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0MBE/MWBE
        12276 SW 131 AVENUE
        MIAMI, FL 33186-6483
        OWNER/OFFICER: MIGUEL GONZALEZ, PRESIDENT
        HISPANIC AMERICAN

        ii.THE CHAMPION SERVICES GROUP, INC. \u00a0 MBE/MWBE
        6501 NW 36TH STREET SUITE 300
        MIAMI, FL 33166
        OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES CHAMPION, PRESIDENT
        AFRICAN AMERICAN

        B. LEARN-IT SYSTEMS, LLC
        3600 CLIPPER MILL ROAD, SUITE 330
        BALTIMORE, MD 21211
        OWNER/OFFICER: MARYBETH JONES, VICE PRESIDENT

        SUBCONTRACTOR(S):

        i.MC2 SOLUTIONS, INC. \u00a0 MBE/MWBE
        7600 COLLINS AVENUE, #1201
        MIAMI BEACH, FL 33141
        OWNER/OFFICER: PABLO URQUIAGA, PRESIDENT
        HISPANIC AMERICAN

        C. FLORIDA EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP COUNCIL, INC.
        15175 EAGLE NEST LANE, SUITE 103
        MIAMI LAKES, FL 33014
        OWNER/OFFICER: ALEJANDRO RIZO, MANAGING PARTNER

        D. ONE ON ONE LEARNING CORPORATION
        8900 SW 117 AVENUE, SUITE C-103
        MIAMI, FL 33186
        ONWER/OFFICER: MARCEL MONNAR, PRESIDENT


        ORIGINAL AWARD AMOUNT \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $3,600,000 per year
        PREVIOUS SUPPLEMENTAL\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 -0-
        THIS SUPPLEMENTAL \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $6,400,000 per year
        TOTAL AWARD AMOUNT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $10,000,000 per year


        E-145\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-048-HR \u2013 MILK AND DAIRY PRODUCTS

        RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

        1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-048-HR \u2013 MILK AND DAIRY PRODUCTS, to establish a contract for the purchase and delivery of milk and dairy products, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of July 24, 2019 through July 23, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

        \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
        A.\u00a0PRIMARY

        BORDEN DAIRY COMPANY OF FLORIDA, LLC
        308 AVENUE G, SW
        WINTER HAVEN, FL 33880
        OWNER/OPERATOR: BRETT OGLE, FOOD SERVICE
        ACCOUNT MANAGER

        B.\u00a0ALTERNATE

        DEAN DAIRY HOLDINGS, LLC
        DBA MCARTHUR DAIRY LLC
        315 N. BUMBY AVENUE
        ORLANDO, FL 32803
        OWNER/OFFICER: BILL GIOVANETTI, VICE PRESIDENT

         

        2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $41,653,500 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $13,884,500 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.


        E-146 \u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID ITB-18-032-CM - TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES (REVISED)

        RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

        1.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-032-CM \u2013\u00a0 \u00a0TRAVEL AGENCY SERVICES, to select qualified and experienced travel agency services for District staff and student travel events, initial effective date of July 24, 2019, through July 23, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

          1. A COAST TOURS, LLC
            6851 BITTERSWEET LANE
            ORLANDO, FL 32819
            OWNER/OFFICER: KAREN AKOS, MANAGER
          2. ACME CARRIBBEAN, LLC\u00a0
            6193 NW 183 STREET, SUITE 170008
            MIAMI, FL 33015
            OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL AMADOR, MANAGER
          3. AGENCIAS DE VIAJES V.I.P./ECUATOURS, INC
            156 GIRALDA AVE.
            CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
            OWNER/OFFICER: JOSE A. HIDALGO, PRESIDENT
          4. ALL ABOUT GROUP TRAVEL
            2698 LAKEVILLE ROAD
            APOPKA, FL 32703
            OWNER/OFFICER: MARIE HERDEGEN, PRESIDENT
          5. BRENDA STEELE DBA SCHOLASTIC JOURNEYS
            202 CASTLEBURY CREEK CT
            SBE/MWBE
            CARY, NC 27519
            OWNER/OFFICER: BRENDA STEELE, MANAGER
            WOMEN OWNED
          6. CE TOURS GROUP
            PO BOX 423
            ALLEN, TX 75013
            OWNER/OFFICER: VON HARDEN, CEO
          7. CLOSE UP FOUNDATION, INCORPORATED
            \u00a01330 BRADDOCK PLACE, SUITE 400
            ALEXANDRIA, VA 22314
          8. DESTINATION SERVICES UNLIMITED, INC.
            2643 ARCADIA DRIVE
            MIRAMAR, FL 33023\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
            OWNER/OFFICER: CONNIE MARCUS, PRESIDENT
          9. EF INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL EXCHANGE, INC
            TWO EDUCATION CIRCLE
            CAMBRIDGE, MA 02141
            OWNER/OFFICER: MARTHA H. DOYLE, PRESIDENT
          10. FEAT TRAVEL, INC.\u00a0
            SBE
            11550 SW 22ND COURT
            DAVIE, FL 33325
            OWNER/OFFICER: CHAD MURRRAY, CEO
          11. FLAMINGO EDUCATIONAL TOURS OF FLORIDA, INC
            10049 NW 1ST COURT
            MWBE
            PLANTATION, FL 33324
            OWNER/OFFICER: JANEY HOCKENHULL, OWNER
            WOMEN OWNED
          12. FLORIDA SAFARI ADVENTURES, INC. DBA BUILD A FRIELD TRIP
            3440 NE 12TH AVENUE
            OAKLAND, FL 33334
            OWNER/OFFICER: GABRIELLA BOLL, PRESIDENT
          13. GERBER TOURS, INC\u00a0
            100 CROSSWAYS PARK DRIVE WEST, SUITE 400
            WOODBURY, NY, 11797
            OWNER/OFFICER: AMBER BARDLIVING
          14. GO EDUCATIONAL TOURS, LLC
            301 NORTH AVE
            WAKEFIELD, MA 01880
            OWNER/ OFFICER: STEFAN MERCIER, OWNER
          15. GRAND EDVENTURES, INC. DBA GRAND COLLEGE TOURS
            1701 W HILLSBORO BLVD, SUITE #301
            MBE
            DEERFIELD BEACH, FL 33442
            OWNER/OFFICER: SETH B. WIRSHBA, PRESIDENT
          16. GROUP TRAVEL NETWORK, INC.
            7485 CONROY WINDERMERE RD., SUITE D
            ORLANDO, FL 32835
            OWNER/OFFICER: JUSTIN M. SHULER, PRESIDENT
          17. HEMISPHERE TRAVEL, INC.
            1375 E WOODFIELD RD, SUITE 530
            SCHAUMBURG, IL 60173
            OWNER/OFFICER: JACK GOLDEN, PRESIDENT
          18. JUNIOR BUS TOURS, INC
            935 ROUTE 34, SUITE 3C
            MATAWAN, NJ 07747
            OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD ABRAMS, PRESIDENT
          19. KING'S COLLEGE TOURS, INC
            SBE/MWBE
            DBA KING TOURS & TRANSPORTATION
            13320 NORTHWEST 18TH COURT
            MIAMI, FL 33167
            OWNER/OFFICER: ANTONIO KING, CEO
            AFRICAN AMERICAN
          20. LAKELAND TOURS, LLC DBA WORLDSTRIDES
            218 WEST WATER STREET, SUITE 400
            CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22902
            OWNER/OFFICER: KEITH JOHNSON, VICE PRESIDENT
          21. MY PERSONAL ASSISTANT DBA EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIPS
            14411 S. DIXIE HIGHWAY, SUITE 227\u00a0
            SBE/MWBE
            MIAMI, FL 33176 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
            OWNER/OFFICER: PATRICIA MUNOZ-CHIONG, PRESIDENT
          22. PROFESSIONAL VACATIONS, INC. DBA LEARNING BY TRAVEL
            860 NE 98 STREET
            MIAMI SHORES, FL 33138
            OWNER/OFFICER: GUNTHER MEYER, PRESIDENT
          23. SHORESIDE CONNECTIONS, INC
            1565 WEEPING WILLOW WAY
            HOLLYWOOD, FL 33019
            OWNER/OFFICER: ADELE L. ZUM, DIRECTOR
          24. SONSHINE EDUCATIONAL TOURS
            401 UNIVERSITY DR, SUITE 201
            CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33067
            OWNER/OFFICER: CHERYL BETON, PRESIDENT
          25. SPECTRUM TOURS, INC
            4808 W. COMMERCIAL BLVD.
            TAMARAC, FL 33319
            OWNER/OFFICER: DEANNA JAGEMANN, PRESIDENT
          26. SUNBIRD CRUISE AND TRAVEL CORP. DBA 360 SCHOOL TRIPS
            MBE/MWBE
            1615 S CONGRESS AVE, SUITE 103-23
            DELRAY BEACH, FL 33445
            OWNER/OFFICER: CARL PIERRE, PRESIDENT
            AFRICAN AMERICAN
          27. VAGABOND/TOURS, INC. DA EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL ADVENTUES
            4400 ROUTE 9 SOUTH
            FREEHOLD, NJ 07728
            OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL HOLZER, PRESIDENT
          28. V-COLE ENTERPRISES, INC.
            116 GATLIN AVENUE
            ORLANDO, FL 32806
            OWNER/OFFICER: BRYAN N. COLE
          29. SOUTHWESTERN TRAVEL
            2451 ATRIUM WAY
            NASHVILLE, TN 37214-5102 USA\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
            OWNER/OFFICER: CINDY JOHNSTONE, MANAGER
          30. DUMONDE GROUP, INC DBA DUMONDE TRAVEL
            1395 BRICKELL AVE, SUITE 800
            MIAMI, FL 33131
            OWNER/OFFICER: ANDRE NUNES, MANAGER

          2.\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide student travel agency services, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

          3. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to reject the \u00a0\u00a0business/District travel portion of ITB-18-032-CM Travel Agency Services, to permit rebidding.

           

          E-147 \u00a0 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-001-TR- ELECTRIC CLOCKS, INTERCOM SYSTEMS, TIME STAMP MACHINES PARTS & SUPPLIES- MANUFACTURE DISCOUNT

          RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

          1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-001-TR \u2013 ELECTRIC CLOCKS, INTERCOM SYSTEMS, TIME STAMP MACHINES PARTS & SUPPLIES - MANUFACTURE DISCOUNT, to establish a contract, with pre-approved vendors for the supply and repair of electric clocks, intercom systems, time stamp machine parts and supplies for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, with an initial effective date of July 24, 2019 through July 23, 2022 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

          \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

          A. GLOBALXNET TECHNOLOGIES, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
          9101 NW 7TH AVENUE, B21
          MIAMI, FL 33150
          OWNER/OFFICER: MACK L. SAMUEL, MANAGER
          AFRICAN AMERICAN

          B.\u00a0 NDR CORPORATION
          3250 NE 12TH AVENUE
          OAKLAND PARK, FL 33334
          OWNER/OFFICER: RONALD BOENDER, PRESIDENT

          C.\u00a0 PRO SOUND, INC
          1375 NE 123RD STREET
          MIAMI, FL 33161
          OWNER/OFFICER: ROD SINTOW, CEO

          D.\u00a0RAULAND-BORG CORPORATION OF FLORIDA
          620 DOUGLAS AVENUE, SUITE 1316\u00a0\u00a0
          ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL 32714
          OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID HERMANCE, PRESIDENT

           

          2.\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $6,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.


          E-148 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-067-DP \u2013 WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT (REVISED)

          RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

          1.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD Invitation to Bid No. ITB-18-067-DP \u2013 WEBSITE DEVELOPMENT, to establish contracts with preapproved vendors to provide ADA compliant website design, development, support, and maintenance for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of July 24, 2019, through July 23, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

              1. ACTIVE INTERNET TECHNOLOGIES, LLC
                DBA FINALSITE
                253 TALCOTTVILLE ROAD
                VERNON, CT 06066
                OWNER/OFFICER: JIM CALABRESE, CFO
              2. ARTISAN MEDIA GROUP, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
                4960 SW 72ND AVENUE, SUITE 202
                MIAMI, FL 33155
                OWNER/OFFICER: DANIEL BUSTAMANTE, MGRM
                HISPANIC AMERICAN
              3. BALAMBICO, LLC
                8600 NW 30TH TERRACE
                MIAMI, FL 33122
                OWNER/OFFICER: PATRICK ALEXANDER, MGR
              4. BASIC SOLUTIONS GROUP\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
                14741 SW 150TH ST
                MIAMI, FL 33196
                OWNER/OFFICER: GERARDO VIERA
                HISPANIC AMERICAN
              5. BRAND POETS, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
                8220 SW 148TH DRIVE
                PALMETTO BAY, FL 33158
                OWNER/OFFICER: TANA LLINASK, MGR
                WOMAN OWNED
              6. CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC
                200 N MILWAUKEE AVENUE
                VERNON HILLS, IL 60061
                OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERT WELYKI, VP
              7. DELADAD ADVISORY, LLC
                ONE GATEWAY CENTER, SUITE 2600
                NEWARK, NJ 07102
                OWNER/OFFICER: DWIGHT DELAPENHA, CEO
              8. EDLIO, LLC
                12910 CULVER BOULEVARD, SUITE I
                LOS ANGELES, CA 90066
                OWNER/OFFICER: LISA CHYETTE, SALES EXECUTIVE
              9. EDUCATIONAL NETWORKS, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SBE
                104 WEST 40TH STREET, SUITE 1810
                NEW YORK, NY 10018
                OWNER/OFFICER: ENDER TORTOP, CEO
              10. EMS LINQ, INC
                2528 INDEPENDENCE BOULEVARD, SUITE 200
                WILMINGTON, NC 28412
                OWNER/OFFICER: ADAM HOOKS, CEO
              11. FRANDME, INC
                20900 NE 30TH AVENUE, SUITE 410
                AVENTURA, FL 33180
                OWNER/OFFICER: DIMITRY SHAPOSHNIKOV, PRESIDENT

                12. SUBCONTRACTOR:
                IPHONE AND IPAD WAREHOUSE, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
                DBA PHONE AND PAD WAREHOUSE
                18149 NE 19TH AVENUE
                NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
                OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MGR
                AFRICAN AMERICAN

              12. INREACT INCORPORATED
                2525 PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD, SUITE 300
                CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
                OWNER/OFFICER: ANN NUNEZ, PRESIDENT
              13. JAI-ALEXIA CONSULTING, INC
                14660 PADDOCK DRIVE
                WELLINGTON, FL 33414
                OWNER/OFFICER: MARVIN WILLIAMS, PRESIDENT
              14. JUST PROGRAM, LLC
                DBA SOLODEV/DIGITALUS
                1840 SW 22ND STREET, 4TH FLOOR
                MIAMI, FL 33145
                OWNER/OFFICER: DAGMAR, MOORE, MGR
              15. MOD OP, LLC
                444 BRICKELL AVENUE, SUITE 900
                MIAMI, FL 33131
                OWNER/OFFICER: ERIC BERTRAND, CEO
              16. POTOMAC DIGITEK, INC
                820 WEST DIAMOND AVENUE, SUITE 200
                GAITHERSBURG, MD 20878
                OWNER/OFFICER: ERIC BERTRAND, CEO
              17. SGS TECHNOLOGIE, LLC
                6817 SOUTHPOINT PARKWAY, SUITE 2104
                JACKSONVILLE, FL 32216
                OWNER/OFFICER: MANIMALA ARUN, MGMR
              18. SMX SERVICES AND CONSULTING, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
                1000 BRICKELL AVENUE, SUITE 900
                MIAMI, FL 33131
                OWNER/OFFICER: RICHARD QUEVEDO, PRESIDENT
                HISPANIC AMERICAN
              19. TECKPERT, LLC
                2750 CORAL WAY, SUITE 201
                MIAMI, FL 33145
                OWNER/OFFICER: ADRIAN ESQUIVEL, MGR
              20. THE ASHVINS GROUP, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
                5775 BLUE LAGOON DRIVE, SUITE 220
                MIAMI, FL 33126
                OWNER/OFFICER: MARTHA HILT, CEO
                WOMAN OWNED

              2.\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $3,000,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

               

              E-149\u00a0 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO.RFP-18-043-CM - INSTANT MESSAGING AND PARENT NOTIFICATION SYSTEM (REVISED)

              RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

              1.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-043-CM - INSTANT MESSAGING AND PARENT NOTIFICATION SYSTEM, to obtain an automated system to deliver messages regarding attendance, emergencies and school notices to parents, students and employees, initial effective date of July 24, 2019, through July 23, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

              WEST INTERACTIVE SERVICES CORPORATION
              11808 MIRACLE HILLS DRIVE
              OMAHA, NE 68154
              OWNER/OFFICER: NATE BROGAN, PRESIDENT

              2.\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,033,600 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $331,200 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

              3. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to extend RFP-030-PP10 for current incumbent Blackboard Connect, Inc an up to twelve (12) month contract extension, to permit transition of services.


              E-150\u00a0 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-057-MT - GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE AND FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM (REVISED)

              RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

              1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-057-MT - GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE AND FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PROGRAM, to identify qualified individuals and agencies to provide Group Term Life Insurance and Flexible Benefits for Miami-Dade County Public Schools employees, dependents and retirees, with initial effective date of January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2024, and may, by mutual agreement, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year period subject to successful negotiations:

               

                a. Core Life Insurance and AD&D; Voluntary Life and AD&D; and Blanket Accident Policy for Police Officers:\u00a0

                METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (METLIFE)
                200 PARK AVENUE
                NEW YORK, NY 10166
                OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL PRINCE, SR. ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

                at the following monthly premiums per $1,000 coverage:

                 

                 

                Life Insurance

                MetLife

                Guarantee Period for Rates (Monthly Premium)

                1/1/20 - 12/31/24

                 

                Per $1,000 Volume

                Core Board Paid Life

                $0.123

                 

                 

                Core Board Paid AD&D

                $0.010

                 

                 

                Core Buy-up (Optional Life)

                Per $1,000 Volume

                <25

                $0.040

                25-29

                $0.049

                30-34

                $0.065

                35-39

                $0.073

                40-44

                $0.081

                45-49

                $0.121

                50-54

                $0.186

                55-59

                $0.348

                60-64

                $0.534

                65-69

                $1.028

                70-74

                $1.668

                75+

                $1.668

                 

                 

                Optional Core Dependent (Spouse)

                Per $1,000 Volume

                <34

                $0.338

                35-44

                $0.381

                45-54

                $0.423

                55-59

                $0.635

                60-64

                $0.973

                65-69

                $1.819

                70-74

                $2.792

                +75

                $5.373

                 

                Optional Core Dependent Life (Child)

                Per $1,000 Volume

                <34

                $0.198

                35-44

                $0.214

                45-54

                $0.091

                55-59

                $0.076

                60-64

                $0.042

                65-69

                $0.030

                70-74

                $0.030

                 

                Core Buy-up (Optional AD&D)

                Per $1,000 Volume

                Composite

                $0.020

                 

                 

                Voluntary Life

                $0.200/$1,000

                 

                 

                Voluntary AD&D-Employee

                $0.013/$1,000

                 

                 

                Voluntary AD&D-Family

                $0.026/$1,000

                 

                 

                Retirees

                 

                Voluntary Life Plan

                $0.518/$1,000

                Voluntary AD&D-Employee

                $0.013/$1,000

                Voluntary AD&D-Family

                $0.026/$1,000

                $2k, $5k, or $10k Retiree Life Plan

                $4.485

                Option $2k

                $8.964

                Option $5k

                $22.428

                Option $10k

                $44.856

                 

                Core Part-Time Basic Life $10k

                $0.123/$1,000

                 

                Core Part-Time Basic Life $5k

                $0.123/$1,000

                 

                Occupational AD&D

                Per $1,000 Volume

                Blanket Accident Policy (Enforcement Officers)

                $0.009

                 


                 

                c. Vision Coverage:

                EYEMED VISION CARE, LLC
                4000 LUXOTTICA PLACE
                MASON, OH 45040
                OWNER/OFFICER: MATTHEW MACDONALD, SR. VICE PRESIDENT

                EyeMed Vision Care, LLC at the following monthly premiums as follows (four-year rate guarantee):

                \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Vision Plan
                Employee Only\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $5.60
                Employee & Family\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0$13.99

                a. Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD):

                STANDARD INSURANCE COMPANY
                4350 W. CYPRESS STREET, SUITE 920
                TAMPA, FL 33607
                OWNER/OFFICER: GRAEME QUEEN, 2ND VP, STRATEGIC ACCT. SERVICES

                SUBCONTRACTOR:
                QUINLAN DISABILITY MANAGEMENT, INC. \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0SBE/MWBE
                dba QUINLAN MEDICAL MANAGEMENT
                600 SANDTREE DRIVE, SUITE 210C
                PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 33403
                WOMAN OWNED

                Standard Insurance Company with monthly premium as follows (five-year rate guarantee):

                STD \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0Rate
                Board Paid\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $0.185/$10 of benefit
                Upgrade\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0$0.097/$10 of benefit

                \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Rate
                LTD\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $0.651/$100 of base salary

                b. Hospital Income Coverage:

                METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (METLIFE)
                200 PARK AVENUE
                NEW YORK, NY 10166
                OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL PRINCE, SR. ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

                Metropolitan Life Insurance Company with monthly premiums as follows (five-year rate guarantee):

                 

                Coverage Tier

                CY 2020-2024 Monthly Rates

                $50/ Day Benefit

                 

                Active Employee Only

                $1.81

                Active Employee + Family

                $4.57

                $150/ Day Benefit

                 

                Active Employee Only

                $5.37

                Active Employee + Family

                $13.55

                $50/ Day Benefit

                 

                Retiree Only

                $7.30

                Retiree + Family

                $16.17

                $150/ Day Benefit

                 

                Retiree Only

                $21.36

                Retiree + Family

                $47.27

                AFSCME PT $350/ Day Benefit

                 

                Employee

                $14.58

                 

                d. Group Legal (five-year rate guarantee):

                i. ARAG INSURANCE COMPANY
                500 GRAND AVENUE, SUITE 100
                DES MOINES, IA 50309
                OWNER/OFFICER: ANN COSIMANO, GENERAL COUNSEL

                \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ARAG

                Group Legal Plan
                Employee & Family\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $14.76

                ii. METROPOLITAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY (METLIFE)
                200 PARK AVENUE
                NEW YORK, NY 10166
                OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL PRINCE, SR. ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE

                SUBCONTRACTOR:
                HYATT LEGAL PLANS OF FLORIDA, INC.
                1111 SUPERIOR AVENUE, SUITE 800
                CLEVELAND, OH 44114
                OWNER/OFFICER: ROGER ELDER, ASST. VP & GENERAL COUNSEL

                MetLife
                Hyatt Legal Plan
                Employee & Family\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $14.30

                g. Identity Theft Protection: \u00a0

                IDENTITY REHAB CORPORATION
                DBA ID WATCHDOG
                1560 BROADWAY, SUITE 2090
                DENVER, CO 80202
                OWNER/OFFICER: ASSAD LAZARUS, SR. VP \u2013 GENERAL MANAGER

                ID Watchdog with monthly premiums as follows (five-year rate guarantee):

                ID Watchdog
                Employee Only:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $5.60
                Employee & Family:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $9.40

                2. REJECT all proposals received for Pet Insurance Coverage.

                3. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide Group Term Life Insurance and Flexible Benefits Program, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

                 

                E-151 \u00a0AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-058-MT - DISTRICT HEALTHCARE BENEFITS PROGRAM (REVISED)

                RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

                1.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-058-MT - DISTRICT HEALTHCARE BENEFITS PROGRAM, to identify qualified individuals and agencies to provide Administrative Services Only (ASO) Medical, Administrative Services Only (ASO) Prescription Drug services, Fully-Insured Stop Loss Coverage and Medicare Plan Offerings, initial effective date of January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2024, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

                Administrative Services Only (ASO) Medical, Administrative Services Only (ASO) Prescription Drug services, Fully-Insured Stop Loss Coverage

                CIGNA HEALTH AND LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY AND HEALTHSPRING OF FLORIDA, INC
                1571 SAWGRASS CORPORATE PARKWAY, SUITE 140
                SUNRISE, FL 33323
                OWNER/OFFICER: SCOTT E. EVELYN, VICE PRESIDENT

                Pricing for Administrative Services Only (ASO) Medical:

                2020

                2021

                2022

                2023

                2024

                $22.32

                $22.32

                $22.32

                $22.32

                $22.32

                 

                 

                 

                 

                SUBCONTRACTOR(S):

                LITHOGRAFIKOS,LLC \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE
                8850 SW 129 TERRACE
                MIAMI, FL 33176-5931
                OWNER/OFFICER: ZACHARY S. HALL, MANAGER

                A & ASSOCIATES STAFFING, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
                951 SANSBURY'S WAY - SUITE. 204
                WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33411
                OWNER/OFFICER: EVELYN Y. LOONEY, PRESIDENT
                AFRICAN AMERICAN

                HOLSEN, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SBE/MWBE
                1176 NW 163RD DRIVE
                MIAMI, FL 33169
                OWNER/OFFICER: DARRYL HOLSENDOLPH
                AFRICAN AMERICAN

                AYYM HOLDINGS dba CULTURE 44\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0MBE/MWBE
                1490 NW 3RD AVE, SUITE106
                MIAMI, FL 33136
                OWNER/OFFICER: MYYA PASSMORE, MANAGER
                AFRICAN AMERICAN

                2.\u00a0\u00a0 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-058-MT -DISTRICT HEALTHCARE BENEFITS PROGRAM, to identify qualified individuals and agencies to provide Medicare Plan Offerings, initial effective date of January 1, 2020 through December 31, 2024, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

                Medicare Advantage Plans (MAPD)*

                Medicare Supplement*

                Prescription Drug Plans (PDP)*

                 

                Zero Premium
                HMO

                 

                PPO

                Plan A

                Plan F

                Plan N

                Standard

                Generic in Gap

                Comprehensive

                AvMed

                ✓

                 

                Cigna Leon

                ✓

                 

                 

                 

                 

                 

                 

                 

                Cigna

                 

                 

                 

                 

                 

                $142.07

                $128.50

                $198.95

                Humana

                ✓

                 $296.97 & $469.43

                 

                 

                 

                 

                 

                 

                United Healthcare

                 

                 $187.53 & $312.38

                 

                ✓

                 

                 ✓

                 

                 ✓

                 $127.18

                 $120.75

                 $298.98

                 

                 

                 

                 

                 

                 

                Monthly Premium Range

                $0

                $187.53- $469.43

                Varies by Age

                Varies by Age

                Varies by Age

                $127.18-$142.07

                $120.75 - $128.50

                $198.95 - $298.98

                * The Medicare Plan offering and associated premiums for calendar year 2020, are subject to final approval by the Center of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).\u00a0 The CMS Final Call Letter and CMS approval will most likely be published after October 2019.\u00a0 Rates are subject to annual filing by the carriers and approval by CMS.

                3.\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract to provide the District Healthcare Benefits Program, subject to the availability of funding, for the initial contract term, and for each subsequent extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.


                E-152 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-024-MJ \u2013 TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS

                RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

                  1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-024-MJ \u2013 TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS, to establish a contract, at firm fixed pricing, for the transportation of Miami-Dade County Public School’s students with special needs, the homeless, and foster care students, with an initial effective date of August 1, 2019 through July 31, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

                  PRIMARY

                  A. AMERICAN LOGISTICS COMPANY, LLC
                  905 CALLE AMANECER, SUITE 360
                  SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673
                  OWNER/OFFICER: STEPHEN A. MALOY, MANAGER

                  ALTERNATES

                  B. ZUM SERVICES, INC
                  275 SHORELINE DRIVE, SUITE 300
                  REDWOOD CITY, CA 94065
                  OWNER/OFFICER: RITU NARAYAN, CEO

                  C. SECURE TRANSPORTATION COMPANY OF FLORIDA, LLC
                  6937 NW LTC PARKWAY
                  PORT ST. LUCIE, FL 34986
                  OWNER/OFFICER: STEVEN DOBBS, MANAGER

                  2. \u00a0 AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $1,350,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $450,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.


                  E-201\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR TEN PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

                  RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

                  1. accept nine grant awards and one in-kind donation for programs from:

                    1. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs, in the approximate amount of $135,745,405, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
                    2. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part C, Education of Migratory Children, in the approximate amount of $1,246,648, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
                    3. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title I, Part D, Prevention and Intervention Programs, in the approximate amount of $391,463, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
                    4. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title II, Part A, Supporting Effective Instruction, in the approximate amount of $12,911,792, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
                    5. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners (ELLs), in the approximate amount of $8,334,531, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
                    6. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, in the approximate amount of $80,303,838, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
                    7. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B, Preschool, in the approximate amount of $1,394,289, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
                    8. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System Associate Centers (FDLRS ACs), Part B, in the approximate amount of $2,104,171, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
                    9. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under Hurricane Education Recovery Assistance for Homeless Children and Youth, in the approximate amount of $420,936, for the grant period of January 24, 2019, through March 31, 2020; and
                    10. WestEd for in-kind support under The Early Math Initiative: Scaling an Innovative Intervention to Prepare Children for Elementary School Mathematics, in the approximate amount of $225,232, for the grant period of August 20, 2019, through June 30, 2024.

                    2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

                      1. City Year, in the approximate amount of $1,500,000, in support of Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
                      2. Cloud9World, in the approximate amount of $200,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
                      3. Big Brothers Big Sisters, in the approximate amount of $80,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
                      4. Embrace Girls, in the approximate amount of $75,000, in support of Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
                      5. Overtown Youth Center, Inc., in the approximate amount of $250,000, in support of the Title I, Part A, Improving Basic Programs grant program;
                      6. University of Miami, in the approximate amount of $75,000, in support of the Title II, Part A, Supporting Effective Education grant program;
                      7. Ellevation, in the approximate amount of $766,380, in support of the Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners (ELLs) grant program;
                      8. Close Up Foundation, in the approximate amount of $195,000, in support for the Title III, Supplementary Instructional Support for English Language Learners (ELLs) grant program;
                      9. Best Buddies, in the approximate amount of $69,500, in support of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Part B grant program; and
                      10. The School Board of Monroe County, Florida, in the approximate amount of $341,000, in support of the Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System Associate Centers (FDLRS ACs), Part B.

                    3. extend these programs and contractual service agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

                    4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

                    5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

                    6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

                    7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

                     

                    F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

                    F-1\u00a0OBTAIN THE REQUISITE PROPERTY APPRAISAL FOR TWO VACANT BOARD-OWNED PARCELS LOCATED ADJACENT TO FLORIDA CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, IN ORDER TO EXPLORE THE SALE OF THE LAND

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

                    1) obtain the requisite property appraisal for two vacant Board-owned parcels located adjacent to Florida City Elementary School, 364 N.W. 6 Avenue, Florida City, FL\u00a0 33034, in order to explore the sale of the land in conformance with Board Policy; and

                    2) bring back to the Board a follow-up item for consideration to establish the value of the properties and initiate an Invitation To Bid.


                    F-26\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING UPDATED PROFESSIONAL SELECTION PROCEDURES RELATED TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6330 \u2013 ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES:

                    • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS
                    • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (A/EPC) AND SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (SPC)
                    • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (CM), CM AT-RISK AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (PM) SERVICES
                    • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) SERVICES FIRMS (WITHDRAWN)

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the following updated Professional Selection procedures related to School Board Policy 6330 \u2013 Architectural, Engineering, Landscape Architectural, Land Surveying, Construction Management, Program Management and Inspection Services:

                    • Procedures for the Selection of Architects & Engineers
                    • Procedures for the Selection of Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultants (A/EPC) and Special Projects Consultants (SPC)
                    • Procedures for the Selection of Construction Management (CM), CM at-Risk and Program Management (PM) Services
                    • Procedures for the Selection of Guaranteed Energy Performance Contract (GEPC) Services Firms


                    F-27\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01508400

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Miami Edison Senior High School, located at 6161 NW 5 Court, Miami, FL 33127, Project Number 01508400, as follows:

                    1) A lump sum fee of $190,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and

                    2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

                     

                    F-40\u00a0 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

                    B-1.\u00a0Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01442800, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovations Project (Phase 1), Air Base K-8 Center for International Education for an additional cost of $52,679.31.

                    B-2. Change Order Number 6 on Project Number 01426100, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovation Project (K-8 Conversion), Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center for an additional cost of $56,378.94.

                    B-3. Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01543800, General Obligation Bond funded auditorium addition, Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer for an additional cost of $9,466.22.

                    B-4. Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01509506, General Obligation Bond funded, pull out to expedite black box theatre, PE & Dining shelter, parking, Norland Middle School for an additional cost of $44,955.51.


                    F-41\u00a0 AWARD TO FLORIDA LEMARK CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECT, MARINE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY (M.A.S.T.) AT F.I.U. SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS- PHASE 1; PROJECT NUMBER 01654500.

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Florida Lemark Corporation, the General Obligation Bond funded new construction project, Marine Academy of Science Technology (M.A.S.T) at FIU Senior High School Biscayne Bay Campus- Phase 1- School; Project Number 01654500; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $15,880,833.11.


                    F-80\u00a0\u00a0 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for five (5) new and one (1) increase to single bid limit applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.

                     

                    G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

                    G-1\u00a0 FINAL READING: ADOPTION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 8462.01, HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, AND TO AMEND BOARD POLICY 5330.02, SUN SAFETY

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt new Policy 8462.02, Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence, and proposed amendments to Policy 5330.02, Sun Safety, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective July 24, 2019.


                    G-2\u00a0\u00a0 INITIAL READING: AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICIES 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY; 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS; AND 8330, STUDENT RECORDS (REVISED)

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 8405, School Safety, 5112, Entrance Requirements, and 8330, Student Records.


                    G-3\u00a0\u00a0 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND BOARD POLICY 6550, TRAVEL AND PER DIEM; AND BYLAW 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Policy 6550, Travel and Per Diem, and Bylaw 0166, Non-Public Meetings.


                    G-5 \u00a0\u00a0APPROVAL OF INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES TO RESOLVE PENDING CONFLICTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 164, FLORIDA STATUTES, “FLORIDA GOVERNMENTAL CONFLICT RESOLUTION ACT”

                    RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Interlocal Agreement with the City of Coral Gables, in compliance with and concluding the Chapter 164 proceedings, and authorizing the Superintendent to execute the Interlocal Agreement on behalf of the School Board.


                    G-6\u00a0\u00a0 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CARLA MCCRAY, DOAH Case No. 19-0239

                    RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Carla McCray, DOAH Case No. 19-0239, terminating Respondent’s employment with the School Board, and denying any claims for back pay for the period of her suspension.

                     


                    H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

                    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

                     

                    H-3\u00a0\u00a0CREATING A WORKFORCE FOR THE 21ST CENTURY (REVISED)

                    ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to reach out to stakeholders in the business and industry communities, parents, institutions of higher learning, governmental agencies, encourage Board discussions, and any other entities to start the process of identifying the employment skills graduates will need to have as they enter the world of work in the next five years to be included in the next strategic blueprint for Miami-Dade County Public Schools and provide an update to the Board by February 1, 2020.

                    H-4\u00a0\u00a0 ERGONOMICS (REVISED)

                    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PEREZ:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support the Superintendent in engaging the assistance of:

                    1. the Wellness Advisory Committee in developing any recommendations with respect to increasing awareness among our employees of the importance of ergonomics; and

                    2. our healthcare partners to explore the feasibility of conducting an awareness campaign with our employees to educate them on the importance of ergonomics.


                    H-5 TEMPORARY INSTRUCTORS (REVISED)

                    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

                    1. Evaluate the current process from the hiring to the development phases for temporary instructors;

                    2. Ensure that current procedures capture the success of temporary instructors across schools; and

                    3. Provide a response by the November 2019 School Board Meeting.

                     

                    H-6\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2019 INTERNATIONAL “WALK TO SCHOOL DAY”, AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE “WALKSAFE” PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM, DURING THE WEEK OF THE EVENT (REVISED)

                    ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2019 International “Walk to School Day”, and implement the “WalkSafe” pedestrian safety program curriculum during the week of the event.


                    H-7\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2019 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY FLYER FOR DISTRIBUTION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL (REVISED)

                    ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the 2019 Welcome Back to School Safety Flyer for distribution during the first week of school.


                    H-9\u00a0 ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR (REVISED)

                    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

                    1. Observe a moment of silence at the July Board meeting, in remembrance of the employees and students of Miami-Dade County Public Schools who have passed away during the year; and,

                    2. Accept the donations of highly-acclaimed books to be placed in Miami-Dade County Public School media centers with a bookplate signifying their collective memory.


                    H-10\u00a0 MEDIA NOTIFICATIONS (REVISED)

                    ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent review and update the Office of Communications\u2019 guidelines concerning timeliness of media notifications to the Board and to report back to the Board no later than the August 14, 2019 School Board Meeting.


                    H-11 \u00a0REVIEW OF STUDENT ARREST DATA (REVISED)

                    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

                    1. continue to review summative annual student arrest data and provide ongoing monitoring of student arrests;

                    2. continue to provide implicit bias and related training for police officers and expand to personnel working
                    in schools, where appropriate;

                    3. provide and review student arrest data to the Diversity Equity and Excellence AdvisoryCommittee (DEEAC), pursuant to School BoardPolicy 9142;

                    4. continue to work with community stakeholder groups and organizations such as the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Circuit Advisory Board for Circuit 11 to review student arrests and develop strategies and approaches to address root causes and solutions; and

                    5. initiate rulemaking procedures requiring studentarrest data to be reported to the School Board on an
                    annual basis.

                     

                    H-12\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0REGION CENTERS (REVISED)

                    ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to develop an updated report for consideration of the possibility of establishing a fourth Region Center or any other recommended region models to include staffing patterns, assignments of feeder patterns, responsibilities, location, financial impact, and supplementary data as appropriate, and present it to the Board by September 4, 2019.


                    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


                    I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


                    I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

                    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.\u00a0 This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.


                    ADJOURNMENT
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                    7.24.19

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                    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

                    Miami, Florida

                     

                    OFFICIAL AGENDA

                     

                    JULY 16, 2019 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING 10:00 A.M.
                    SBAB - Auditorium

                    PURPOSE: To Authorize the Superintendent to advertise Proposed Millage Levies for Fiscal Year 2019-20. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 An agenda will be available at 10:00 a.m., on July 11, 2019.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132, by noon on July 15, 2019. For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center at 305-995-1128.

                    Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

                     

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

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\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JUNE 17, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. .

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-038 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING VIVIANA JORDAN (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-038 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Viviana Jordan.


B-4\u00a0 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-041 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING FORMER CITY OF MIAMI POLICE CHIEF CLARENCE DICKSON\u00a0(REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approved Resolution No. 19-041 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Former City of Miami Police Chief Clarence Dickson.


B-5\u00a0 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-042 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. MARIA C. GARZA (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-042 of The School Board Of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Maria C. Garza.


B-6\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-040 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING “THE AMPARO EXPERIENCE”

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.19-040 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing “The Amparo Experience.


B-7  REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL POLICE EXPLORER PROGRAM (REPLACED)


SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

·Perfect Attendance


STUDENT PERFORMANCE

· William Lehman Elementary Drama Factory


AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: April 23 and 25, 2019; May 9, 14, 16 and 21, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: Minutes of Instructional Materials Public Hearing of May 1, 2019 and Minutes of the May 8, 2019 Regular School Board Meeting


B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.


THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

  

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Sprint 1 Million Project
  • \u00a02019 Commencement Address

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE (1) A RENEWAL CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT FOR SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL, INC., ON BEHALF OF SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL; AND (2) A CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT FOR MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, ON BEHALF OF ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION UPPER SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to negotiate and execute:

    (1) a renewal charter school management agreement for South Florida Autism Charter School, Inc., on behalf of South Florida Autism Charter School for the term of the renewal charter contract, with an option to renew, and for a fee of up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year.\u00a0 Additional services may be provided under separate contract at cost; and

    (2) a charter school management agreement for Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., a Florida Not-for-Profit Corporation, on behalf of Academy for International Education Upper School for Science and Technology for the term of the charter contract, with an option to renew, and for a fee of up to 10% of funds received by the school through the Florida Education Finance Program per student Full Time Equivalent per year.\u00a0 Additional services may be provided under separate contract at cost.

C-2\u00a0 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH SIX COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,421,961 EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2019 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2020, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2019-2020 DISTRICT BUDGET

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. Enter into contractual agreements with six community agencies to operate programs for children with disabilities in an amount not to exceed $5,421,961 effective July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020, contingent upon approval of the 2019-2020 District Budget, as follows:
  • Association for Retarded Citizens of South Florida, Inc., dba The ARC of South Florida in an amount not to exceed $1,482,611;
  • Easter Seals South Florida, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $1,082,160;
  • Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $668,555 (B-2 contract in an amount not to exceed $179,342; PK-ESE in an amount not to exceed $426,002 and Kindergarten-ESE in an amount not to exceed $63,211);
  • University of Miami Debbie Institute, in an amount not to exceed $1,160,485 (B-2 contract in an amount not to exceed $664,090 and PK-2nd grade contract in an amount not to exceed $496,395);
  • University of Miami, Linda Ray Intervention Center/ Department of Psychology, in an amount not to exceed $428,109;
  • United Cerebral Palsy Association of Miami, Inc., dba United Community Options, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $600,041 (B-2 contract in an amount not to exceed $501,733 and K-12 contract in an amount not to exceed $98,308); and
  1. Utilize an exception stated within School Board Policy 6320, based on the provision of educational and health related services to support students with significant disabilities.
  • The appropriations for this item will be included in the General Fund of the 2019-2020 Tentative Budget to be recommended for adoption in July 2019, contingent upon approval of the 2019-2020 District Budget.
  • Authorization is also granted to the Superintendent to make adjustments to contracted amounts based on any State changes to the Base Student Allocation.

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING
  2. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2019-2020

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve:

  1. Personnel Action Listing 1120 Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from April 19, 2019 through May 9, 2019.
  2. The nominations of personnel for 2019-2020, subject to the provisions set forth in their respective collective bargaining agreements or other applicable agreements and in accordance with state statutes and policies of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.\u00a0

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR REQUEST 2018-2019 APPROVAL AND JOB OF DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective June 20, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the item.


D-22 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT THE RENEWAL OF THE ADD-ON AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER ENDORSEMENT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to submit the renewal of the Add-on Autism Spectrum Disorder Endorsement Certification to the Florida Department of Education.


D-55\u00a0(REVISED)

  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

RECOMMENDED:

  1. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

    A)Nadia Burke: suspension without pay from her position as Custodian at Brentwood Elementary School, for ten (10) calendar days, effective June 20, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(!), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

    B)Vernie G. Gonzales: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at Carrie P. Meek/Westview K-8 Center, for ten (10) calendar days, effective June 20, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 4210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

    C)Teddy Orozco: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Shenandoah Middle School, for fifteen (15) workdays, effective August 14, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A- 10.081, FAG.

    D)David C. Riker: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at John I. Smith K-8 Center, for three (3) workdays, effective August 14, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A- 10.081, FAG.

  2. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent's recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

    A)Shavonne L. Anderson: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at Miami Beach Senior High School, effective June 20, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: continued gross insubordination; misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A- 10.081, FAG.

    B)Ernest J. Roberts: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Assistant Principal at Linda Lentin K-8 Center, effective June 20, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 1121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting; 1210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 1210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAG.

    C) Linda M. Thigpen: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at Robert Renick Educational Center, effective June 20, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting of All Employees; 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 3210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1 )(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, 435.04, 435.06, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAG.

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF EIGHT NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS, TWENTY-ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS, SEVEN CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWALS AND TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONSOLIDATIONS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

A. Approve eight new charter school contracts with:\u00a0

  1. Lincoln-Marti Charter School, Inc., d/b/a Charter High School of the Americas (Florida City) (MSID 7144), to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024;
  2. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater High South (MSID 7120), to (a) approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term; and, (b) change the school’s name from Mater High South to Mater Academy Bay High School, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024;
  3. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Preparatory Academy (MSID 3003), to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024;
  4. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Meadow (MSID TBD), to (a) approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term; and, (b) change the school’s name from Somerset Academy Meadow to Somerset Preparatory Academy (Homestead), commencing July 1, 2020, and ending June 30, 2025;
  5. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Sunset Middle School (MSID 6046), to (a) approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term; and, (b) change the school’s name from Somerset Academy Sunset Middle School to Somerset Preparatory Academy Middle School (Homestead), commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024;
  6. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Academy Sunset High School (MSID 7242), to (a) approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term; and, (b) change the school’s name from Somerset Academy Sunset High School to Somerset Preparatory Academy High School (Homestead), commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024;
  7. Sports Leadership and Management, Inc., d/b/a SLAM Academy Charter High School (North Campus) (MSID 7108), to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024; and,
  8. True North Classical Academy, Inc., d/b/a True North Classical Academy High School (MSID 7039), to approve an initial charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024.

B. Approve twenty-one (21) charter school contract amendments with:

  1. AcadeMir Charter School, Inc., d/b/a AcadeMir Charter School Preparatory (MSID 1015), to (a) increase grade levels from K-5 to K-8; (b) add a satellite campus located at 14105 SW 184 Street, Miami, Florida 33177; (c) increase student enrollment by 300 students from a maximum of 850 students to 1,150 students; and, (d) require payment of an administrative fee for the satellite campus to account for additional district oversight and monitoring, commencing\u00a0 July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2021;
  2. BridgePrep Academy, Inc., d/b/a BridgePrep Academy of North Miami Beach (MSID 4050), to increase student enrollment by 162 students from a maximum of 508 students to a maximum of 670 students for the 2019-2020 school year effective July 1, 2019;
  3. The City of Hialeah, Florida, d/b/a City of Hialeah Educational Academy (MSID 7362), under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to increase student enrollment from 920 students to a maximum of 1,000 students, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2028;
  4. Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School, Inc., d/b/a Downtown Doral Charter Elementary School (MSID 3002),under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to increase student enrollment by 250 students from 950 students to a maximum of 1,200 students, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2020;
  5. The Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral Academy Charter Middle School (MSID 6030),under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to increase student enrollment by 100 students from 1,438 students to a maximum of 1,538 students, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2028;
  6. The Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral Academy of Technology (MSID 3029), under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to increase student enrollment by 50 students from 300 students to a maximum of 350 students, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2025;
  7. The Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral Performing Arts & Entertainment Academy (MSID 7009), under Section 1002.331(2), F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to increase student enrollment by 50 students from 403 students to a maximum of 453 students, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2030;
  8. The Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral Academy High School (MSID 7020),under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to increase student enrollment by 100 students from 1,800 students to a maximum of 1,900 students, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2026;
  9. Excelsior Academies, Inc., d/b/a Excelsior Charter Academy (MSID 5032), to increase student enrollment by 110 students from 490 students to a maximum student enrollment of 600 students, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2022;
  10. Integrated Science and Asian Culture Academy, Inc., d/b/a Integrated Science and Asian Culture (ISAAC) Academy (MSID 2004), under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to modify the contract to reflect a 15-year term ending June 30, 2033;
  11. International Studies Charter High School, Inc., d/b/a International Studies Virtual Academy (MSID 6017), to extend the charter contract for two years, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending on June 30, 2021;
  12. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Virtual Academy Charter Middle High School (MSID 6997), to extend the charter contract for two years, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending on June 30, 2021;
  13. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy (Miami Beach) (MSID 5047), under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to (a) modify the contract to reflect a 15-year term ending June 30, 2030; and, (b) reduce the grade levels being served from a K-9 to a K-8, commencing July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2030;
  14. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Academy at Mount Sinai (MSID 5054), under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to modify the contract to reflect a 15-year term ending June 30, 2032;
  15. Miami Arts, Inc., d/b/a Miami Arts Charter School (MSID 7059), to(a) remove the school’s second campus located at 3000 S.E. Ninth Street, Homestead, Florida 33033 (Folio No. 10-7921-011-0023); (b) decrease student maximum enrollment by 1,150 students from a maximum of 2,650 students to a maximum of 1,500 students; (c) remove the administrative fee being charged for the second campus; and, (d) remove language prohibiting a School Leader from serving as the school’s ESP, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending on June 30, 2024;
  16. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., d/b/a Pinecrest Glades Middle High (MSID 7027), under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to modify the contract to reflect a 15-year term ending June 30, 2031;
  17. Pinecrest Academy, Inc., d/b/a Pinecrest North Preparatory (Fontainebleau Campus) (MSID 5004), to add a folio number to the charter contract, (Folio No. 30-4004-084-0557), commencing July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2022;
  18. Somerset Virtual Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Virtual Academy Middle High (MSID 6016), to extend the charter contract for two year, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2021;
  19. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Preparatory Academy Sunset (MSID 5002), under Section 1002.33, F.S., High Performing Charter Schools, to modify the contract to reflect a 15-year term ending June 30, 2030;
  20. Somerset Academy, Inc., d/b/a Somerset Arts Academy (MSID 2012), to (a) allow the school to add a satellite campus, for the 2019-2020 SY only, at 3000 S.E. Ninth Street, Homestead, Florida 33035,\u00a0 (b)\u00a0 limit the student enrollment to 150 students in grades Kindergarten to Grade 2; and, (c) require payment of an administrative fee for the satellite campus to account for additional oversight and monitoring, commencing July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2020; and,
  21. True North Classical Academy, Inc., d/b/a True North Classical Academy South (MSID 1002), to (a) delete the facility located at 8445 S.W. 72nd Street, Miami, Florida 33173; and (b) allow the school to re- locate to 7900 S.W. 86th Street, Miami Florida 33143 (Folio No. 30-4034-000-0540), commencing July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2023.

C. Approve seven charter school contract renewals with:

  1. Beacon College Prep, Inc., d/b/a Beacon College Preparatory (MSID 4002), to (a) renew the charter contract for a 10-year term; and, (b) change the school’s name from Beacon College Preparatory to Beacon College Prep Elementary School, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2029;
  2. NorthStar Academies, Inc., d/b/a CG Bethel High School (MSID 7062), to renew the charter contract for a 10-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2029;
  3. NorthStar Academies, Inc., d/b/a Chambers High School (MSID 7065), to renew the charter contract for a 10-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2029;
  4. The Doral Academy, Inc., d/b/a Doral Academy (MSID 3030), under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2034;
  5. Miami Community Charter High School, Inc., d/b/a Miami Community Charter High School (MSID 7058), to renew the charter contract for a 5-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2024;
  6. enaissance Charter School, Inc., d/b/a Renaissance Elementary (MSID 0400), under Section 1002.331(2)(e), F.S., High-Performing Charter Schools, to renew the charter contract for a 15-year term, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2034; and,
  7. outh Florida Autism Charter Schools, Inc., d/b/a South Florida Autism Charter School (MSID 1070), to (a) renew the charter contract for a 10-year term and, (b) implement a Corrective Action Plan, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2029.

D. Approve two charter school consolidations:

  1. Mater Academy Inc., d/b/a Mater Grove Academy (MSID 5045), under Section 1002.33(7)(b)(2)(c), High-Performing Charter Schools, to (a) consolidate the charter with Mater Brickell Academy (MSID 5046), also a High Performing School, into one charter school serving a maximum enrollment of 1,400 students in grades Kindergarten through eight; and (b) adopt the school name and MSID as directed by the FDOE, commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2030; and,
  2. Mater Academy Inc., d/b/a Mater Gardens Academy (MSID 0312), under Section 1002.33(7)(b)(2)(c), High-Performing Charter Schools, to (a) consolidate the charter with Mater Gardens Academy Middle School (MSID 6042), also a High Performing School, into one charter serving a maximum enrollment of 900 students in grades Kindergarten through eight; and (b) adopt the school name and MSID as directed by the FDOE, commencing July 1, 2019,\u00a0 and ending June 30, 2031.

E. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.


D-66 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY: FINAL READING 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt amended School Board Policy 5120, Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee and the document, Attendance Zone Recommendations and Related Administrative Actions 2019-2020, which is incorporated by reference and is part of this policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective July 1, 2019.


D-67 PROPOSED RENAMING OF BISCAYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, FIENBERG/FISHER K-8 CENTER, NAUTILUS MIDDLE SCHOOL AND SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

    1. approve the renaming of Biscayne Elementary School to Biscayne Beach Elementary School.
    2. approve the renaming of of Fienberg/Fisher K-8 Center to Miami Beach Fienberg/Fisher K-8.
    3. approve the renaming of Nautilus Middle School to Miami Beach Nautilus Middle School.
    4. approve the renaming of South Pointe Elementary School to Miami Beach South Pointe Elementary School.

     

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


E-1\u00a0MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2019

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending April 2019.


E-14\u00a0 AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2019 UNTIL THE FY 2019-20 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the FY 2018-19 budget, as amended, to be used as a continuation budget for FY 2019-20, effective July 1, 2019 until such time as the FY 2019-20 tentative budget becomes official.


E-35\u00a0 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 19-037 AUTHORAZING THE FORWARD REFUNDING OF UP TO $68 MILLION TO REFINANCE A PORTION OF THE SERIES 2011B CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 19-037 authorizing the issuance of up to $68 million refunding Certificates of Participation to refund on a forward basis all or a portion of the Series 2011B COPs.

 

E-36\u00a0 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 19-039 AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $400 MILLION TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve Resolution 19-039 authorizing and providing for issuance of up to $400 million of Tax Anticipation Notes, Series 2019.


E-37\u00a0 FINAL READING: PROPOSED REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF POLICY 6144, INVESTMENTS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, repeal and adopt replacement Board Policy 6144, Investments, and authorize the Superintendent to file the replacement policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective on June 19, 2019.


E-66\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE, GENERAL/ AUTOMOBILE/ PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE, CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE, MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE, AND STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. authorize renewal terms of the Catastrophic Athletic Accident insurance with Zurich American Insurance Company, (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one- year period effective August 1, 2019 through July 31, 2020, with a policy annual aggregate limit of $6 million dollars and a $25,000 deductible for a total premium of $69,019;
  2. authorize the renewal of the Law Enforcement Professional Liability Insurance coverage with Indian Harbor Insurance Company (A.M. Best A+ XV), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020, with an annual premium of $242,840, with a $5 million each wrongful act/annual aggregate and an additional $1 Million in defense costs outside of the policy limit and a self-insured retention of $200,000,
  3. authorize renewal of the District’s Excess Workers’ Compensation Insurance coverage with Safety National Casualty Corporation (A.M. Best A+ XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one-year term, effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020, at a rate of $.0726616 per $100 of annual payroll with a deposit premium of $1,322,217 subject to a per claim, self-insured retention of $1,500,000, subject to an annual audit with any additional or return premium due as a result of actual payroll expenditures;
  4. authorize renewal of the General/ Automobile/ Professional Liability/ Errors and Omissions coverage with United Educators Risk Retention Group (United Educators) (A.M. Best A, IX) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for five one-year terms effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020, subject to annual re-rate and cancellation provisions with the first year’s premium totaling $288,963, subject to a self-insured retention for the General/Automobile coverage, commensurate with the current levels of limited Sovereign Immunity of $200,000 per claim/$300,000 per accident and a flat, per wrongful act self- insurance retention of $200,000 for Professional Liability claims;
  5. authorize renewal of the Boiler and Machinery coverage with Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company (A.M. Best A++ X) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. effective September 13, 2019 through September 12, 2020, with policy limits of $100 million per loss at a rate of .001677 per $100 total insured values, subject to a base of $10.12 billion with the annual premium for 2019-2020 being $169,624;\u00a0
  6. authorize the renewal of the Cyber Liability coverage with Brit-Lloyd’s (A.M. Best A, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. for a one-year period effective July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020, for a total premium of $139,000 with coverage limits of $10 million per claim/annual aggregate subject to a $250,000 self-insured retention;
  7. authorize the purchase of Media Liability coverage with Atlantic Specialty Insurance (A.M. Best A+, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc. with coverage limits of $1 million per claim and $5 million annual aggregate subject to a self-insured retention of $10,000 with an annual premium of $6,535 for a one-year period effective July 1, 2019 thru June 30, 2020; and
  8. authorize the renewal of Student Professional Liability insurance coverage through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., from Medical Protective Company (A.M. Best A++, XV) with coverage limits of $1 million per occurrence/$6 million aggregate, with a $0 deductible, with total premiums for such coverage of $56,865 with the ability to add students during the year for a one-year period effective July 1, 2019 thru June 30, 2020.

E-86\u00a0\u00a0 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AGENCY FUNDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORT SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Educational Facilities Impact Fees Agency Funds of Miami-Dade County, Florida - Financial Report September 30, 2018.

 

E-87\u00a0 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of The Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. and Independent Auditor’s Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-88\u00a0 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-89\u00a0REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 21 OF 130 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file Review of Audited Financial Statements for 21 of 130 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-90\u00a0 INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT-PERFORMANCE AUDIT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR THE PERIOD FROM JULY 1, 2012 TO JUNE 30, 2018

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Independent Auditor’s Report-Performance Audit Of Miami-Dade County Public Schools General Obligation Bond (GOB) Funded School Improvement Program For The Period From July 1, 2012 To June 30, 2018.

 

E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-066-CM - COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES AT FEINBERG/FISHER K-8

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-066-CM - COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES AT FEINBERG/FISHER K-8 CENTER, to solicit bids from qualified individuals and/or firms for the commercial leasing of the parking facilities located at located at Fienberg Fisher K-8 Center, at 1420 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach, FL 33139, for a period of one (1) year, and may, at the sole option of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, \u00a0be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    PRIMARY:
    SUNSHINE STATE PARKING, LLC
    1210 MICHIGAN AVENUE
    MIAMI BEACH, FL 33137
    OWNER/OFFICER: ANDREW MIRMELLI, MANAGER

    ALTERNATE:
    AMERICAN CAR PARKS, INC.
    3020 SW 111 AVE
    MIAMI, FL 33165
    OWNER/OFFICER: RICARDO A. METRAL, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE the Superintendent of Schools to grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement with the awarded vendors, including executing amendments to the lease agreement under the authority granted to the Superintendent in the lease agreement, renewing, extending, cancelling and/or terminating the lease agreement and placing the awarded vendor in default, as may be applicable.


E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-045-CM - DELIVERY OF TESTING MATERIALS

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-045-CM \u2013\u00a0 \u00a0DELIVERY OF TESTING MATERIALS, to establish a contract to furnish all necessary labor and transportation for the delivery of testing materials, for a period of three (3) years, July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022; and may, at the sole option of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    COMET COURIER CORP.
    9705 NW 108TH AVENUE, UNIT # 10
    MIAMI, FL 33178
    OWNER/OFFICER: STEVEN A. SELTZER, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $226,320 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $75,440 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.


E-144 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-004-CH -MENTAL WELLNESS CURRICULUM (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-004-CH \u2013\u00a0 \u00a0MENTAL WELLNESS CURRICULUM, to select a qualified agency to develop, design, launch and implement a program that focuses on mental wellness, initial effective date of June 19, 2019, through June 18, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    EVERFI, INC.
    3299 K STREET NW, 4TH FLOOR
    WASHINGTON, DC 20007
    OWNER/OFFICER: TOM DAVIDSON, CEO

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $300,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $100,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.


E-145 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-041-CV\u2013 CARPET, TILE AND RESILIENT FLOOR \u2013 FURNISH AND INSTALL

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. \u00a0ITB-17-041-CV \u2013 CARPET, TILE AND RESILIENT FLOOR - FURNISH AND INSTALL, to establish a contract for the supply and installation of carpet tile, resilient floor tile and resilient sheet, flooring, as needed, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of June 19, 2019 through June 18, 2021 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    a. A AFFORDABLE CARPET & MAINTENANCE, INC.\u00a0\u00a0 MBE
    D.B.A. DUPONT FLOORING SYSTEMS
    297 N. W. 23RD STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33127
    OWNER/OPERATOR: NORAIMA RAMIREZ, PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

    b. COMMERCIAL INTERIOR CONTRACTORS, CORP.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SBE
    1799 N. W. 22ND STREET
    MIAMI, FL 33142
    OWNER: ELOISE GONZALEZ, PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

    c. KASAS CONSTRUCTION, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE
    2560 BASS WAY
    HOLLYWOOD, FL 33026
    OWNER: KAMRAN OKHOVAT, PRESIDENT
    ASIAN AMERICAN

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $1,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.


E-147 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-031-CM - SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY SERVICES AND EVALUATIONS

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-031-CM \u2013 SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY SERVICES AND EVALUATIONS, to select qualified professional firm(s), to provide speech and language pathology services and evaluations, initial effective date of June 19, 2019 through June 18, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

 

    SPEECH / LANGUAGE SERVICES

    PRIMARY:

    A. GLOBAL SPEECH AND REHAB SERVICES, LLC
    MBE/MWBE
    520 NW 165TH STREET, SUITE 205
    MIAMI, FL 33169
    OWNER/OFFICER: HASINA S. ECHOLES, MANAGER
    AFRICAN AMERICAN
    WOMAN OWNED

    ALTERNATE(S):

    A. ACADEMIC STAFFING INC.
    1093 A1A BEACH BLVD, SUITE 284
    ST. AUGUSTINE, FL 32080
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARY PICHAN, PRESIDENT

    B. AUDREY B. GREENWALD DBA BOCA SPEECH CENTER\u00a0
    160 NW 4TH ST
    MWBE
    BOCA RATON, FL 33432
    OWNER/OFFICER: AUDREY B. GREENWALD, PRESIDENT
    WOMAN OWNED

    C. COCHHBHA ENTERPRISES, INC
    10258 NW 47TH STREET
    SUNRISE, FL 33351
    OWNER/OFFICER: EDDIE EDWARDS, JR., PRESIDENT

    D. EBS HEALTHCARE, INC DBA EDUCATIONAL BASED SERVICES< BR/>9 LACRUE ST, SUITE 210
    CONCORDVILLE, PA 19331
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARK STUBITS, PRESIDENT

    E. HEALTHPRO HERITAGE, LLC
    307 INTERNATIONAL CIRCLE, SUITE 100
    HUNT VALLEY, MD 20130
    OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN HELLER, CEO

    F. INVO HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES, LLC
    1780 KENDARBREN DR
    JAMISON, PA 18929
    OWNER/OFFICER: JASON T. RALPH, COO

    G. SPEECH REHAB SERVICES, LLC\u00a0
    MWBE
    551 NW 77TH Street, SUITE 111
    BOCA RATON, FL 33487
    OWNER/OFFICER: JANET SANDLER, PRESIDENT
    WOMAN OWNED

    SPEECH / LANGUAGE EVALUATIONS

    PRIMARY:

    A. ACADEMIC STAFFING INC.
    1093 A1A BEACH BLVD, SUITE 284
    ST. AUGUSTINE, FL 32080
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARY PICHAN, PRESIDENT

    B. GLOBAL SPEECH AND REHAB SERVICES, LLC
    MBE/MWBE
    520 NW 165TH STREET, SUITE 205
    MIAMI, FL 33169
    OWNER/OFFICER: HASINA S. ECHOLES, MANAGER
    AFRICAN AMERICAN
    WOMAN OWNED

    ALTERNATE(S):

    A. AUDREY B. GREENWALD DBA BOCA SPEECH CENTER\u00a0
    160 NW 4TH ST \u00a0
    MWBE
    BOCA RATON, FL 33432
    OWNER/OFFICER: AUDREY B. GREENWALD, PRESIDENT
    WOMAN OWNED

    B. CENTRA HEALTH SOLUTIONS, INC
    1000 CORPORATE DR, SUITE 280
    FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33334
    OWNER/OFFICER: OMRI PAPO, PRESIDENT

    C. COCHHBHA ENTERPRISES, INC
    10258 NW 47TH STREET
    SUNRISE, FL 33351
    OWNER/OFFICER: EDDIE EDWARDS, JR., PRESIDENT

    D. EBS HEALTHCARE, INC DBA EDUCATIONAL BASED SERVICES
    9 LACRUE ST, SUITE 210
    CONCORDVILLE, PA 19331
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARK STUBITS, PRESIDENT

    E. INVO HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES, LLC
    1780 KENDARBREN DR
    JAMISON, PA 18929
    OWNER/OFFICER: JASON T. RALPH, COO

    F. SPEECH REHAB SERVICES, LLC
    MWBE
    551 NW 77TH Street, SUITE 111
    BOCA RATON, FL 33487
    OWNER/OFFICER: JANET SANDLER, PRESIDENT
    WOMAN OWNED

    AUDIOLOGY SERVICES

    PRIMARY:

    A. ACADEMIC STAFFING
    1093 A1A BEACH BLVD, SUITE 284
    ST. AUGUSTINE, FL 32080
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARY PICHAN, PRESIDENT

    ALTERNATE(S):

    B. CENTRA HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS
    1000 CORPORATE DR, SUITE 280
    FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33334
    OWNER/OFFICER: OMRI PAPO, PRESIDENT

    C. COCHHBHA ENTERPRISES, INC
    10258 NW 47TH STREET
    SUNRISE, FL 33351
    OWNER/OFFICER: EDDIE EDWARDS, JR., PRESIDENT

    D. EBS HEALTHCARES, INC DBA EDUCATIONAL BASED SERVICES
    9 LACRUE ST, SUITE 210
    CONCORDVILLE, PA 19331
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARK STUBITS, PRESIDENT

    E. INVO HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES
    1780 KENDARBREN DR
    JAMISON, PA 18929
    OWNER/OFFICER: JASON T. RALPH, COO

    AUDIOLOGY EVALUATIONS
    PRIMARY:

    A. COCHHBHA ENTERPRISES, INC
    10258 NW 47TH STREET
    SUNRISE, FL 33351
    OWNER/OFFICER: EDDIE EDWARDS, JR., PRESIDENT

    ALTERNATE(S):

    B. ACADEMIC STAFFING
    1093 A1A BEACH BLVD, SUITE 284
    ST. AUGUSTINE, FL 32080
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARY PICHAN, PRESIDENT

    C. CENTRA HEALTHCARE SOLUTIONS
    1000 CORPORATE DR, SUITE 280
    FT LAUDERDALE, FL 33334
    OWNER/OFFICER: OMRI PAPO, PRESIDENT

    D. EBS HEALTHCARES, INC DBA EDUCATIONAL BASED SERVICES
    9 LACRUE ST, SUITE 210
    CONCORDVILLE, PA 19331
    OWNER/OFFICER: MARK STUBITS, PRESIDENT

    E. INVO HEALTHCARE ASSOCIATES
    1780 KENDARBREN DR
    JAMISON, PA 18929
    OWNER/OFFICER: JASON T. RALPH, COO

     

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $15,000,000.00 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $5,000,000.00 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.


E-148 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-039-MT \u2013 HEALTH CENTER SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-039-MT \u2013 HEALTH CENTER SERVICES, to permit rebidding.


E-149\u00a0 REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-062-CM - EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIOEMOTIONAL SERVICES FOR AT-RISK STUDENTS

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-062-CM EDUCATIONAL AND SOCIOEMOTIONAL SERVICES FOR AT-RISK STUDENTS, to permit rebidding.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR FIVE PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept two grant awards and three donations from:

  1. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the SAFE Act Incentive Fund, in the approximate amount of $1,818,759, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;
  2. CareerSource South Florida for funding under the Summer Youth Internship Program, in the amount of $1,500,000, for the grant period of April 1, 2019, through September 30, 2019;
  3. City of Miami Beach for funding under the Miami Beach Senior High School Football Field Project, in the approximate amount of $350,000, for the grant period of April 26, 2019, through February 2, 2020;
  4. Miami Beach Senior High School Parent Teacher Student Association for funding under the Miami Beach Senior High School Football Field Project, in the approximate amount of $250,000, for the grant period of May 2, 2019, through February 2, 2020; and
  5. Sunset Elementary School Parent Teacher Association for funding under the Sunset Elementary School Canopy and Shelter Structure Project, in the approximate amount of $85,000, for the grant period of March 18, 2019, through December 31, 2019.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

  1. Georef Systems Ltd. in the approximate amount of $348,099, to support the SAFE Act Incentive Fund; and
  2. DataRemote, Inc. in the approximate amount of $874,500, to support the SAFE Act Incentive Fund.

3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

A. Call to Order

B. Close Agenda

C. Purpose of Meeting

  1. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-037 with respect of the issuance of Certificate of Participation, Series 2021A in a principal amount not to exceed $68,000,000, authorizing the forward refunding to refinance all or a portion of the Certificate of Participation, Series 2011B.

D. Other Business and Adjournment

 

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1\u00a0AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE (“VILLAGE”), TO ALLOW THE VILLAGE TO INSTALL LIGHTING AT THE PLAYFIELD AND BASKETBALL COURTS OF KEY BISCAYNE K-8 CENTER

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and the Village of Key Biscayne (“Village”), to allow the Village to install lighting at the playfield and basketball courts of Key Biscayne K-8 Center, located at 150 W. McIntyre Street, Key Biscayne, Florida (“School”), under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2) execute amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement; and

3) grant or deny all approvals or waivers required under the Lease Agreement, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing the Village in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2\u00a0EXECUTE A COVENANT RUNNING WITH THE LAND FOR A SCIENCE LAB AT MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 AT ZELDA GLAZER

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute:

1) Covenant Running with the Land in favor of Miami-Dade County in connection with the construction of a Science Lab at Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer, located at 15015 SW 24 Street, Miami, Florida 33185; and

2) any other documents that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Covenant.

 

F-26\u00a0 COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE II REPLACEMENT OF BUILDING 01 AT PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (A REUSE OF MADIE IVES BUILDING 04), PROJECT NUMBER 01775600

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Phase II Replacement of Building 01 at Palm Springs North Elementary School (a reuse of Madie Ives Elementary School Building 04), located at 17615 N.W. 82 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33015, Project Number 01775600, as follows:

1) a lump sum fee of $372,000 for A/E Basic Services; and

2) supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27\u00a0 COMMISSION OF NYARKO ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD, SHELTERED MARKET FOR MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529200 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Nyarko Architectural Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record, Sheltered Market, Micro Business Enterprise, for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Lenora Braynon Smith Elementary School, located at 4700 NW 12 Avenue, Miami, FL 33127, Project Number 01529200, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $207,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-40\u00a0 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 11 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay\u00a0 \u00a0Middle School for an additional cost of $87,274.47.

B-2. Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01649000, General Obligation Bond funded, New Secondary Facility in NE Miami-Dade, Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School for an additional cost \u00a0of $22,776.72.

B-3. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 6 on Project Number 01439300, General Obligation Bond funded, New K-8 Center in Doral (Phase 1), Dr. Toni Bilbao Preparatory Academy for an additional cost of $89,377.74 and a time extension of 21 days.

B-4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 5 on Project Number 01426100, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovation project (K-8 Conversion), Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center for an additional cost of $15,797.67.

B-5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01543800, General Obligation Bond funded auditorium addition, Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer for an additional cost of $43,205.93.

B-6.\u00a0\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 5 on Project Number 01339400, General Obligation Bond funded addition (replacement of building.4), Miami Beach Senior High School for a credit of $1,500.00 and a time extension of 18 days.

B-7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01509506, General Obligation Bond funded, pull out to expedite Black Box theatre, PE & Dining shelter, Parking, Norland Middle School for a time extension of 111 days.

B-8.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01425200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovation project, Rockway Elementary School for a credit of $9,204.13.

B-9.\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01425600, General Obligation Bond funded renovation project, Southwest Miami Senior High School for an additional cost of $238,352.29.

 

F-41\u00a0 AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PARTIAL REPLACEMENT PROJECT, CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01847600.

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Veitia Padron, Incorporated, the General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement project, Coral Gables Senior High School; Project Number 01847600; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $12,343,796.78.

 

F-59\u00a0 AWARD JOB ORDER CONTRACTS FOR M-DCPS: MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS:

a. HARBOUR CONSTRUCTION, INC.
CONTRACT #JOC19OC-1

b. UNITECH BUILDERS CORP.
CONTRACT #JOC19OC-2

c. LEE CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC.
CONTRACT #JOC19OC-3

d. JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
CONTRACT #JOC19SC-1

e.\u00a0J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION CO.
CONTRACT #JOC19SC-2

f.\u00a0CAMI-AXLE CONSTRUCTION CORP.
CONTRACT #JOC19MC-1

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:\u00a0 Award Job Order Contracts on the basis of the weighted factor to the low bidders as follows:

a.\u00a0Contract # JOC19OC-1
Harbour Construction, Inc.
7340 SW 48th Street, Suite 102
Miami, Florida 33155
Weighted Factor: 0.7658
Certified SBE
Open Market Contract

b. Contract #JOC19OC-2
Unitech Builders Corp.
16115 SW 117th Avenue, Suite 23
Miami, Florida 33177
Weighted Factor: 0.8000
Certified SBE and M/WBE (Hispanic American)
Open Market Contract

c. Contract #JOC19OC-3
Lee Construction Group, Inc.
9485 NW 12th Street
Doral, Florida 33172\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
Weighted Factor: 0.8001
Certified SBE and M/WBE (Hispanic American)
Open Market Contract

d. Contract #JOC19SC-1
JCI International, Inc.
12315 SW 132 Court
Miami, Florida 33186
Weighted Factor: 0.8135
Certified SBE and M/WBE (Hispanic American)
SBE Sheltered Market Contract

e.\u00a0Contract #JOC19SC-2
J.R.T. Construction Co.
3050 NW 77th Court
Doral, Florida 33122
Weighted Factor: 0.8599
Certified SBE and M/WBE (Hispanic American)
SBE Sheltered Market Contract

f. Contract #JOC19MC-1
Cami-Axle Construction
1618 NW 38th Street, #4
Miami, Florida 33142
Weighted Factor: 0.9413
Certified MBE and M/WBE (African American)
MBE Sheltered Market Contract

 

F-80\u00a0\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for nine (9) new and two (2) increase to single bid limit applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.\u00a0

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1\u00a0FINAL READING: AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 8410, CRITICAL INCIDENT RESPONSE/EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PROCEDURES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policy 8410, Critical Incident Response/Emergency Operations Procedures, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective June 19, 2019.

 

G-2\u00a0INITIAL READING: AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICIES 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY; 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS; 8330, STUDENT RECORDS; AND 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 8405, School Safety, 5112, Entrance Requirements, 8330, Student Records, and 0166, Non-Public Meetings.

 

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROMULGATION OF NEW BOARD POLICY 8462.01, HUMAN TRAFFICKING AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, AND TO AMEND BOARD POLICIES 5330.02, SUN SAFETY (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking
proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to promulgate new Policy 8462.02, Human Trafficking and Domestic Violence, and to amend Policy 5330.02, Sun Safety.

 

G-5 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Fredericka Duncombe, as Mother and Natural Guardian of A.M., a Minor v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and Philip Secada, Case No. 19-014186-CA 01

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employee who is individually named as a defendant in the case of Fredericka Duncombe, as Mother and Natural Guardian of A.M., a minor v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and Phillip Secada, Case No 19-014186-CA 01.

 


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 ENCOURAGE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT’S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF THE RECENT LEGISLATIVE ACTION BANNING TEXTING WHILE DRIVING AND TO HIGHLIGHT ITS IMPACT ON DESIGNATED SCHOOL ZONES AND CROSSINGS\u00a0 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, encourage the Superintendent to utilize the District’s communication resources to raise community awareness of the recent legislative action banning texting while driving and to highlight its impact on designated school zones and crossings.

     

H-4 DECLARATION OF OPPOSITION TO ARMING TEACHERS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, declares its opposition to arming teachers in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-5\u00a0COMMUNICATIONS WITH EMPLOYEES DURING ACTIVE THREATS AND/OR CRISIS EVENTS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

a) review best practices in crisis communication in an effort to establish or identify a methodology for real-time communication with employees during active threats or crisis events in Miami-Dade County Public School sites;

b) provide a report to address the establishment and implementation of a crisis communication plan to include: findings, recommendations, a matrix of associated budgetary needs to operationalize, and a related strategic action plan and timeline for a projected launch in School Year 2020-2021, or sooner if possible, pending Board approval; and

c) provide the report by the December 2019 School Board meeting for the Board’s consideration.

 

H-6\u00a0 BOARD POLICY 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking procedures, no later than the September 4, 2019 School Board meeting, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, to amend Policy 0166 Non-Public Meetings to:

a) establish minimal requirements for anticipated Board Member attendance to inform the scheduling of non-public meetings, replicating those outlined in Policy 0165 Public Meetings; and

b) include, as a requirement, the provision of proffering no less than two optional dates for these meetings when polling Board Members.

 

H-7\u00a0 CONNECT-ED MESSAGES (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN:\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

a) review and determine the most efficient means of communicating to the Board the content of all Connect-Ed messages sent under the emergency designation, as described in the Connect-ED Communication System Guidelines manual, as well as those of which may fall outside the emergency designation but are of high interest to the public and media, as determined by the Superintendent or his designee; and

b) establish a plan to implement such means of communication by no later than the commencement of the 2019-20 school year.

 

H-8 GIRL-TO-GIRL MENTORING INITIATIVE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) request the Superintendent explore the feasibility of initiating a girl-to-girl mentoring pilot program during the 2019-2020 school year; and

2) request the Superintendent explore the feasibility of including funding for the pilot program in the 2019-2020 upcoming proposed budget.

 

H-9\u00a0MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ SUPPORT FOR CENSUS 2020 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support the U.S. Census Bureau Outreach Campaign to promote community-wide participation in the 2020 Census, and request the Superintendent to partner with local government entities to assist in these efforts.

 

H-10\u00a0\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF LATINO ELECTED AND APPOINTED OFFICIALS (NALEO) EDUCATIONAL FUND “\u00a1H\u00c1GASE CONTAR!/MAKE 2020 CENSUS COUNT” INITIATIVE (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, endorse the \u00a1H\u00e1gase Contar!/Make 2020 Census Count initiative.

 

H-11 REGION CENTERS (WITHDRAWN)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to develop an action plan for consideration and the possibility of establishing a fourth Region Center to include staffing patterns, assignments of feeder patterns, responsibilities, location, financial impact, and a probable implementation date, as appropriate, to be presented to the Board at the Personnel, Student, School & Community School Board Committee Meeting of August 7, 2019.

 

H-12 SUPPORT OF SUPERINTENDENT’S EFFORTS TO OFFER SERVICES TO STUDENTS WITH AUTISM BY EXTENDING PROGRAMMING BEYOND THE CURRENT AGE LIMIT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support the Superintendent\u2019s efforts to offer services to students with autism by extending programming beyond the current age limit.

 

H-13\u00a0REQUEST THE SUPERINTENDENT TO REVIEW POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGARDING ENROLLMENT OF SIBLINGS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to review School Board policies related to student enrollment, specifically involving siblings, in all programs offered by district schools, and - if necessary \u2013 to initiate rule making procedures in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, to amend relevant policies to ensure that current practices and procedures are clearly delineated and are applied uniformly throughout our District.\u00a0

 

H-14\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE HIALEAH GARDENS PILOT SCHOOL SAFETY PROGRAM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to work with the City of Hialeah Gardens to implement the City of Hialeah Gardens Pilot School Safety Program, as appropriate for the 2019-2020 school year. This pilot program has been fully funded by the State of Florida.

 

H-15 REVISION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7250, COMMEMORATION OF SCHOOL AND DISTRICT FACILITIES

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PEREZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to amend School Board Policy 7250, Commemoration of School and District Facilities, to include language that would further protect the Board’s interest by indicating that the naming or renaming of any school or District facility should be limited to individuals who are deceased.

 

H-16 STUDENT ACADEMIC SUCCESS FOR FIRST, SECOND, AND THIRD GRADE STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to:

1) review current academic offerings for underachieving students in grades one and two;

2) appraise assessment tools currently being utilized with first and second grade students to determine if they are appropriately assessing student academic success;

3) assess current professional development opportunities being offered to instructional staff in grades one and two;

4) provide the Board with the number of third grade students who did not meet reading mastery after the different assessment opportunities were offered and implemented during the 2017-2018 and 2018-2019 school years; and

5) present a comprehensive report, inclusive of recommendations 1, 2, 3, 4, and others, as applicable, to the Board at the Academics, Innovation, Evaluation & Technology School Board Committee of September 25, 2019.

 

H-17\u00a0\u00a0UNACCOMPANIED MINOR WELLBEING AND HURRICANE EVACUATION PLANNING AT THE HOMESTEAD DETENTION CENTER (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

a) provide the Board with an updated summary of actions and communications by the District, corresponding responses from federal and/or local agencies, and future steps, as may be appropriate, relative to the provision of educational, mental, socio-emotional, psychological, counseling, and related services to detained unaccompanied minors housed at the Homestead Detention Center; and

b) inform the Board of future actions and recommendations relative to the District\u2019s position in planning for a response, should the request to assist in providing shelter to residents of the Homestead Temporary Shelter arise during a hurricane evacuation or emergency by no later than the July 24, 2019 School Board meeting.

 

H-18 \u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF 2019 DOLPHINS STEAM DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse 2019 Dolphins Steam Day in the Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-19 \u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER TRAVEL (IN-STATE AND OUTSIDE OF THE STATES) (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve travel by Dr. Lawrence S. Feldman, Board member, as delineated in this item and the anticipated costs as specified in the list entitled \u201cSchool Board Member Travel for July 2019\u201d maintained in the Office of Citizen Information, which is incorporated herein by reference, for travel outside of the State of Florida; and find that said travel by the Board member is for the official business of the school district and complies with rules of the State Board of Education.


Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.\u00a0 This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.


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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

MAY 8, 2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGULAR BOARD MEETING\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a011:00 A. M.
\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 6, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2018-2019 DADE ASSSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (DASA) PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR, MIGUEL VELOSO AND ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR RUNNER-UP, LOUIS DASH (REPLACED)

 

B-4\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING STUDENTS FROM ARTHUR AND POLLY MAYS CONSERVATORY OF THE ARTS, BIOTECH @ RICHMOND HEIGHTS, HOMESTEAD AND SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-033 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing students from Arthur and Polly Mays Conservatory of the Arts, BioTECH @ Richmond Heights, Homestead and South Dade senior high schools for outstanding community service.

 

B-5\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. MARY ANN GIL-ALONSO (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-030 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Mary Ann Gil-Alonso

 

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-031 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. ALFRED CIOFFI, FOR HIS SERVICE ON THE ETHICS ADVISORY COMMITTE (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-031 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, honoring Dr. Alfred Cioffi for his commitment and service on the Ethics Advisory Committee of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-7\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-036 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-036 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Junior Achievement.

 

B-8\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF CHIEFS OF POLICE FOR NATIONAL POLICE WEEK (REPLACED)

 

B-9\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-034 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. JENNIFER JIMENEZ, 2019 KENNEDY CENTER/STEPHEN SONDHEIM INSPIRATIONAL TEACHER AWARD WINNER (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.19-034 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Jennifer Jimenez, 2019 Kennedy Center/Stephen Sondheim Inspirational Teacher Award Winner.

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

·

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

· Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School Drum Line

 

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: April 2, 9, 16, and 18, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: ABC Conference Session and Regular School Board Meeting of April 17, 2019

 

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

 

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

 

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

 

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

  

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Excellence in Early Childhood Programs
  • \u00a0Retiree Recognition

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1\u00a0REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR 9-12 MATH AND ADVANCED PLACEMENT FOR THE 2019-20 SCHOOL YEAR

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and adopt recommended instructional materials for 9-12 Math and Advanced Placement for the 2019-2020 school year.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING
  2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. Approve the Personnel Action Listing 1119 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from March 15, 2019 through April 18, 2019.
  2. Accept the resignations from employment of those Deferred Retirement Option Program (DROP) participants, included in DROP Listing 42, as of the dates indicated in the agenda item.\u00a0

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. Approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective May 9, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.
  2. Approve the changes to the titles and paygrades of the following MEP positions:
  1. Chief Facilities Officer, Office of School Facilities, MEP pay grade 26 to Chief Facilities Design & Construction Officer, Office of School Facilities, MEP pay grade 26
  2. Chief of Staff, Office of Superintendent, MEP paygrade 25 to MEP pay grade 26
  3. Maintenance Officer, Office of Facilities Operations-Maintenance, MEP pay grade 25 to Chief Maintenance & Operations Officer, Office of Facilities Operations-Maintenance, MEP pay grade 26

 

D-22\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL WAIVERS TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed M-DCPS/UTD Memorandum of Understanding authorizing Educational Excellence School Advisory Council Waivers to support the implementation of school improvement plans effective for the 2019-2020 School Year.

 

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

      2)\u00a0RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

    RECOMMENDED:

      1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

      2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

    D-65\u00a0REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF A SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE BASED AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC (REVISED)

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1. Approve a School of Hope Performance-based Agreement with KIPP Miami, Inc., for a 5-year term commencing July 1, 2019 and ending June 30, 2024; and,
      2. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

       

    E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

     

    E-1\u00a0MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2019

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending March 2019.

     

    E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2019

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 952 deletions with a depreciated cost of $206,927 and 19 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $8,586 to update the records for January, February and March 2019.

     

    E-3\u00a0ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to remove from the accounting records the outstanding accounts receivable balances totaling $12,483.71 owed by 8 former employees.

     

    E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2018-19 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2018-19 General Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by $24,519,336; and

    adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the agenda item).

     

    E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2018-19 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2018-19 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review, accepting donations, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $9,227,815 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 4 of the agenda item.

    authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No. 2, FY 2018-19 Capital Outlay Funds Spring Budget Review.

     

    E-16\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2018-19 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 2, FY 2018-19 Debt Service Funds Spring Budget Review increasing (1) revenue, other financing sources, and fund balance from prior year, and (2) appropriations, other financing uses, and year end fund balance by the amount of $142,534,600.

     

    E-17\u00a0 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2018-19 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2018-19 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $3,450,277 and

    adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

     

    E-18\u00a0 NO. 1, FY 2018-19 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2018-19, Food Service Fund Spring Budget Review, decreasing revenues by $(4,487,922), decreasing appropriations by $(527,100) and decreasing ending fund balance by $(3,960,822).

     

    E-19\u00a0\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2018-19 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    adopt Resolution No. 2, FY 2018-19 Internal Service Fund Spring Budget Review, increasing revenues net position and expenses by $729,000; and

    adopt the Summary of Revenues and Expenses (page 3 of the agenda item).

     

    E-66\u00a0COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED PROGRAMS

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County Florida:

    confirm renewal of The Blanket Employee Dishonesty Bond Program with coverage provided by Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland (A.M. Best A+, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for the third year of a three-year term effective June 1, 2017 through May 31, 2020 with limits of $25 Million per occurrence and a $100,000 deductible with annual premium of $100,367 including all fees subject to an annual re-rate or non-renewal if any losses are incurred with any changes in premiums, terms or conditions to be brought back to the Board for further authorization;

    authorize the renewal of the Named Position Bond Program at the expiring rates with coverage provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company (AM Best A, XV) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc.; covering two (2) stipulated employees in the Office of Treasury Management, with limits of $15 million per occurrence and a $0 deductible with an annual premium of $121,725 including all fees, with coverage provided for a one-year term, effective June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020.

    authorize renewal of the following ancillary Public Official Bonds: Notary Bonds, Board Member Bonds, Superintendent’s Bond and JROTC Bonds, at expiring rates of up to $100 per bond including applicable state fees and surcharges, with coverage provided by Liberty Mutual Insurance Company (AM Best A, XV) and Universal Surety of America (AM Best A, XIV) (for Notary Bonds only) through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for a one-year term effective at various dates throughout June 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020.

     

    E-67\u00a0RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

    RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    confirm placement of its excess, all risk, replacement cost property insurance program, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2019 to April 30, 2020 consisting of total insurance limits of $250,000,000 per occurrence with annual premiums, inclusive of all state-required fees and assessments in the amount of $17,696,248:

    confirm purchase of terrorism coverage, including domestic and foreign (T-3 form), subject to an aggregate limit of $50,000,000 property damage, $10,000,000 bodily injury from Lloyd’s of London, through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., effective May 1, 2019 to April 30, 2020 with an annual premium of $76,500;

    confirm renewal of flood insurance coverage with National Flood Insurance Program, (NFIP), through Arthur J. Gallagher Risk Management Services, Inc., for all properties required by the Federal Government to be covered with estimated premiums not to exceed $2.1 million for coverages effective for the 12-month period of July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2020;

    authorize renewal of the adjusting services performed by Sedgwick Claim Management Services, Inc. for property adjusting services to be used on an as-needed basis when a loss would result in a liability to the District’s self-insured property program, with adjusting expenses to be as follows with expenses to be paid from the District’s self-insured property fund:

 
10:00 A.M.
School Board Administration Building, Auditorium
CALL TO ORDER     
Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION
SP-1 AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2019-20
 
RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to advertise a 2019-20 Total Millage Levy.
 
 

ADJOURNMENT

/dl
07.16.19

 

Hourly Rate

Adjuster

$92

Branch General Adjuster

$114

Regional General Adjuster

$133

Prot\u00e9g\u00e9 Adjuster

$160

National General Adjuster

$185

Executive General Adjuster

$221

Senior Executive General Adjuster

$245

 

authorize the use of any of the SPC/AEPC firms under contract to the District, with associated fees, to access firms to produce sealed elevation certificates, pursuant to NFIP guidelines, with expenditures for these services not to exceed $50,000 to be paid from the District’s self-insured property fund.

 

E-141 INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-016-CV\u2013 REFRIGERANT GASES

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-016-CV \u2013 REFRIGERANT GASES, to establish a contract, with a pool of pre-approved vendors to purchase refrigerant gases for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an initial effective date of May 8, 2019 through May 7, 2022 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    ASPEN REFRIGERANTS, INC.
    38-18 33rd STREET
    LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
    OWNER/OPERATOR: THOMAS M. SMYTH, PRESIDENT

    THE WARE GROUP LLC
    D.B.A. JOHNSTONE SUPPLY
    14350 N. W. 56th COURT #123A
    MIAMI LAKES, FL 33054
    OWNER: CHRISTOPHER WARE, CEO

AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $900,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $300,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-073-MJ \u2013 BULK FUEL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-073-MJ \u2013 BULK FUEL, to provide diesel and unleaded gas, with an initial effective date of May 8, 2019 through May 7, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    PRIMARY

    MANSFIELD OIL COMPANY OF GAINSVILLE, INC.
    1025 AIPORT PARKWAY S.W.
    GAINESVILLE, GA 30501
    OWNER/OFFICER:\u00a0 BLAKE YOUNG, PRESIDENT

     

    ALTERNATE

    ASSOCIATED ENERGY GROUP, LLC
    25025 INTERSTATE 45, SUITE 550
    THE WOODLANDS, TX 77380
    OWNER/OFFICER: STALLONES HOLDINGS, INC., MGMR

     

    MELLOW ENTERPRISES \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0VBE/MWBE
    201 SOUTHWEST 63RD AVENUE
    FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33317
    OWNER/OFFICER:\u00a0 HELEN LITSKY, MANAGER
    AFRICAN-AMERICAN

 

AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $15,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $7,500,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-144 \u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID ITB-18-017-AC COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES AT COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-017-AC \u2013\u00a0 \u00a0COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PAVED-PARKING FACILITIES AT COCONUT GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, to solicit bids from qualified individuals and/or firms for the commercial leasing of the parking facilities located at Coconut Grove Elementary School, at 3351 Matilda Street, Miami, FL 33133, for a period of one (1) year, and may, at the sole option of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, \u00a0be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

DEC PARKING WAY, LLC
255 NE 1st STREET
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33132
OWNER/OFFICER: ANTONIO LARA, MANAGER

AUTHORIZE the Superintendent of Schools to grant or deny all approvals required under the lease agreement with the awarded vendors, including executing amendments to the lease agreement under the authority granted to the Superintendent in the lease agreement, renewing, extending, cancelling and/or terminating the lease agreement and placing the awarded vendor in default, as may be applicable

 

E-145\u00a0AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-18-036-MT COMPREHENSIVE DISPARITY STUDY SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-18-036-MT COMPREHENSIVE DISPARITY STUDY SERVICES, to select individual(s) and/or firm(s) for the development and implementation of Disparity Study Services, initial effective date of May 8, 2019 through May 9, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

MILLER3 CONSULTING, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
400 PRYOR ST. #4068
ATLANTA, GA 30302
OWNER/OFFICER: DAVE J, MILLER SR., CHAIRMAN

SUBCONTRACTOR(S):

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ANN POPE CONSULTING, INC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
15626 SW 111 TERRACE
MIAMI, FL 33196
OWNER/OFFICER: ANN E. POPE, PRESIDENT
AFRICAN AMERICAN

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Q-Q RESEARCH CONSULTANTS, LLC\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE/MWBE
8060 NW 155TH STREET, UNIT #202
MIAMI, FL 33016
OWNER/OFFICER: SANDRA WILLIAMS, MANAGER
AFRICAN AMERICAN

AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $352,965 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $176,483 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-146 \u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-040-MJ \u2013 CHILLER SERVICE CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-040-MJ \u2013 CHILLER SERVICE CONTRACT, to establish a contract to furnish necessary labor, transportation, materials, and equipment required to test, service, inspect, repair, and maintain chillers, with an initial effective date of July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

 

    CLARK CONTRACTING SOLUTIONS, LLC \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0SBE
    13701 SW 143RD COURT #101
    MIAMI, FL 33186
    OWNER/OFFICER: FRANK CLARK, JR., MGMR

    COOL-BREEZE AIR CONDITIONING CORPORATION
    13120 SW 130TH TERRACE
    MIAMI, FL 33186
    OWNER/OFFICER: FRANK D. CRAWLEY, PRESIDENT

    PREMIER AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION, INC. \u00a0 SBE/MWBE
    2165 W 10TH COURT
    HIALEAH, FL 33010
    OWNER/OFFICER: JOSE L. HERNANDEZ, JR., PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

    SOUTHEASTERN CHILLER OF MIAMI, INC.
    3800 NW 126TH AVENUE
    CORAL SPRINGS, FL 33065
    OWNER/OFFICER: PHILIP LAROCHE, PRESIDENT

    WEATHERTROL MAINTENANCE CORP\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0MWBE
    7250 NE 4TH AVENUE
    MIAMI, FL 33138
    OWNER/OFFICER: CARLOS I. BORJA, PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

     

AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $24,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $8,000,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-147 REJECT INVITATION TO BID ITB NO. ITB-18-009-HR \u2013 ARMORED CAR SERVICES

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-009-HR \u2013 ARMORED CAR SERVICES, to permit rebidding.

 

E-148 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-063-DP \u2013 PRINTER CONSUMABLES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

AWARD Invitation to Bid No. ITB-18-063-DP \u2013 PRINTER CONSUMABLES, to establish contracts with preapproved vendors for the purchase of original (OEM) printer consumables by the various schools and departments serving Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of May 8, 2019, through May 7, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

    ACADEMIC SUPPLIER
    DBA RASIX COMPUTER CENTER, INC.
    3519 MAIN STREET, SUITE 401
    CHULA VISTA, CA 91911
    OWNER/OFFICER: ASHOK SHAH, PRESIDENT

    BARLOP, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
    6508 NW 82ND AVENUE
    MIAMI, FL 33166
    OWNER/OFFICER: MADELYN LOPEZ, PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

    BEEPSMART COMMUNICATIONS, INC.
    DBA SMART GROUP SYSTEMS
    990 N BOWSER ROAD, SUITE 720
    RICHARDSON, TX 75081
    OWNER/OFFICER: QUAZI FARUQUE, CEO

    CDW GOVERNMENT, LLC
    200 N MILWAUKEE AVENUE
    VERNON HILLS, IL 60061
    OWNER/OFFICER: THOMAS RICHARDS, MANAGER

    CORNERSTONE PRINTER SUPPLIES, INC.
    1550 TREVINO AVENUE
    CORAL GABLES, FL 33134
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    OWNER/OFFICER: ALEXIS PEREZ, MANAGER
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

    GALLOWAY OFFICE SUPPLY, INC.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
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    MIAMI, FL 33172
    OWNER/OFFICER: JAIME TOURAL, PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

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    MIAMI, FL 33168
    OWNER/OFFICER: MACK SAMUEL, MANAGER
    AFRICAN AMERICAN

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    OWNER/OFFICER: NATALIE FRAZIER, PRESIDENT
    AFRICAN AMERICAN

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    DBA PHONE AND PAD WAREHOUSE
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    NORTH MIAMI BEACH, FL 33162
    OWNER/OFFICER: BRIAN FARRELL, MANAGER
    AFRICAN AMERICAN

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    OWNER/OFFICER: DARWIN ROACH
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

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    OWNER/OFFICER: SUSAN STUART, PRESIDENT
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    OWNER/OFFICER: GISELA ANDARA, PRESIDENT
    HISPANIC AMERICAN

    THE TREE HOUSE, INC.
    22 TOCCI PATH
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    OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID RIZZO, PRESIDENT

AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $6,000,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1\u00a0AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY TO PROVIDE THE NECESSARY ELECTRICAL SERVICE TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY WATER AND SEWER DEPARTMENT REGIONAL PUMP LIFT STATION, LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE MIAMI LAKES EDUCATIONAL CENTER CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 5780 N.W. 158 STREET, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA 33014

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Chair and Secretary to execute a Grant of Easement Agreement with Florida Power and Light Company to provide the necessary electrical service to the Miami-Dade County Water & Sewer Department Regional Pump Lift Station, located adjacent to the Miami Lakes Educational Center campus, located at 5780 N.W. 158 Street, Miami-Dade County, Florida 33014.

 

F-2\u00a0AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND UNITED WAY OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (“UNITED WAY”), FOR UNITED WAY’S USE OF SPACE AT ETHEL F. BECKFORD/RICHMOND PRIMARY LEARNING CENTER, LOCATED AT 16929 S.W. 104 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR THE OPERATION OF AN EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

finalize negotiations and execute an Amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and United Way of Miami-Dade County, Inc. (“United Way”), for United Way’s use of space at Ethel F. Beckford/Richmond Primary Learning Center, located at 16929 S.W. 104 Avenue, Miami, Florida, for the operation of an Early Head Start program, under substantially the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

execute amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement; and

grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing United Way in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-3 \u00a0THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 500 ALTON ROAD VENTURES, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; 1220 SIXTH, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY; SOUTH BEACH HEIGHTS I, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AND KGM EQUITIES, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, IN CONNECTION WITH A 337-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT 500 \u2013 700 ALTON ROAD, CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

\u00a0execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among 500 Alton Road Ventures, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company; 1220 Sixth, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company; South Beach Heights I, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company, and KGM Equities, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (“Applicant”), the School Board, and the City of Miami Beach, in connection with 337-unit residential development, located at 500 \u2013 700 Alton Road, City of Miami Beach, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;

execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-26\u00a0REJECT ALL PROPOSALS RECEIVED IN RESPONSE TO REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS #174 FOR THE SELECTION OF GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT SERVICES FIRMS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, reject all proposals received in response to Request for Qualifications #174 for the selection of Guaranteed Energy Performance Contract services firms.

 

F-40\u00a0CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 10 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler\u00a0 \u00a0Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $22,092.12.

B-2. \u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01433700, General Obligation Bond funded renovation Project, Henry H. Filer Middle School for a credit of $107,915.58 and a time extension of 7 days.

B-3. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01433800, General Obligation Bond funded renovation Project, Henry M. Flagler Elementary School for a credit of $83,422.00.

B-4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 6 on Project Number 01534700, General Obligation Bond New K-8 Center School, Kendall Square K-8 Center for a no-cost time extension of 96 days.

B-5. Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01434800, General Obligation Bond funded replacement, renovation Project, Meadowlane Elementary School for a credit of $146,440.30.

B-6. Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01509506, General Obligation Bond funded pull out to expedite black Box theatre, PE & Dining shelter, Parking, Norland Middle School for an additional cost of $108,508.34.

B-7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 5 on Project Number 01439400, General Obligation Bond funded addition, Ruth K Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center for an additional cost of $2,517.18.

 

F-80\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for two (2) new applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1\u00a0INITIAL READING: AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 8410, CRITICAL INCIDENT RESPONSE/EMERGENCY OPERATIONS PROCEDURES (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 8410, Critical Incident Response/Emergency Operations Procedures.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 IDENTIFICATION, EVALUATION, ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION, AND PLACEMENT OF STUDENTS IN EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to:

review current guidelines and timelines for the implementation of the Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS)/Response to Intervention (RtI); and

present to the School Board at the Academics, Innovation, Evaluation & Technology Committee meeting of July 22, 2019, with an update report to include:

    the number and completion timelines of initial referrals, evaluations, staffing for initial placement in an exceptional student education program including gifted education during the 2017-2018 and the 2018-2019 school years by regions and/or by School Board Member districts;

    recommendations for enhancing and updating the MTSS/Rtl manual; and

    propose recommendations based on staffing needs to ensure that evaluations and placements are conducted in a timely manner.

 

H-5\u00a0ENCOURAGE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT’S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA’S SALES TAX HOLIDAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, encourage the Superintendent to utilize the District’s communication resources to raise community awareness of Florida’s anticipated annual sales tax holiday.

 

H-6\u00a0ASIAN/PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of May as Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-7\u00a0BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE “CLICK IT OR TICKET” NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT SAFETY CAMPAIGN, MAY 20 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2019 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the U.S. Department of Transportation’s “Click It or Ticket” National Seat Belt Enforcement Mobilization Safety Campaign, May 20 through June 2, 2019, and encourage a year-round habit for students, parents and District employees to always buckle up when in a vehicle.

 

H-8 UPDATE OF THE NEWLY ESTABLISHED DEPARTMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to:

present to the School Board at the Personnel, Student, School & Community Support Committee meeting of July 22, 2019, with an update report to include:

    progress of the Department of Mental Health Services to date;

    review of possible changes to the Mental Health Assistance Allocation legislation, pursuant to final actions taken during the 2019 Florida Legislative session;

    recommendation for enhancing and updating mental health services in M-DCPS;

    proposed recommendations to the Board based on staffing needs to ensure that mental health evaluations and services are conducted in a timely manner; and

submit to the School Board at its meeting of September 4, 2019, the Mental Health report prior to submission to the Commissioner of Education.

H-9\u00a0THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, OBSERVE MAY 2019 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, observe May 2019 as Haitian Heritage Month

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.\u00a0 This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT
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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA


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ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
SBAB AUDITORIUM

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AT THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF THE ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR 2019-2020 should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, APRIL 30, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

PUBLIC HEARING ON ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

AGENDA ITEMS

SP-1 PUBLIC HEARING: ADOPTION OF DISTRICT-WIDE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive public comment on the proposed instructional materials adoption in accordance with Florida Law and Board Policy.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

APRIL 17, 2019 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2019

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP SIGNING DAY

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN:\u00a0\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-023 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Academic Scholarship Signing Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-4\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-026 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING THE 2019 COLEGIO DEL A\u00d1O AWARD WINNERS (SCHOOL OF THE YEAR) SPONSORED AND ORGANIZED BY THE EDUCATION OFFICE OF THE EMBASSY OF SPAIN IN THE UNITED STATES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No.19-026 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2019 Colegio del A\u00f1o Award Winners (School of the Year) - Sunset Elementary School, George Washington Carver Middle School, and International Studies Preparatory Academy, sponsored and organized by the Education Office of the Embassy of Spain in the United States.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ROSA MARIA OLSEN-BARBARA

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-024 of The School Board Of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Rosa Maria Olsen-Barbar\u00e1.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JUSTICE BARBARA LAGOA (REPLACED)

 

B-7\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-027 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING EVAN PIPER (REPLACED)

 

B-8\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-028 OF THE SHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE ORGANIZATION’S COMMITMENT TO EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICE DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY (REVISED-REPLACED)

 

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-029 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. RHONDA GAINES OF MIAMI CAROL CITY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOR BEING NAMED 2018-2019 DADE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (DASA) ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR AND MS. RHONDA WILLIAMS OF BARBARA HAWKINS ELEMENTARY FOR BEING NAMED NORTH REGION PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR ADDED (Good Cause)

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

·

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

· Dr. Michael M. Krop Senior High School Musical Theatre Group

 

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: March 7, 14 and 21, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: March 13, 2019

 

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

 

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

 

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

 

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

  

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Excellence in Early Childhood Programs

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1118 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from February 15, 2019 through March 14, 2019

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, reclassifications, and lateral transfers to be effective April 18, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the agenda item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

 

D-22\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE 2019 GLAZER AND LORTON WRITING INSTITUTE

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to enter into a contractual agreement with the University of Miami for the delivery of the 2019 Glazer and Lorton Writing Institute in an amount not to exceed $75,000.

 

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION\u00a0(REVISED)

2)\u00a0RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:

1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

     

 

D-66\u00a02019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approves the opening and closing hours of schools for the 2019-2020 school year and accept the listed exceptions to those hours.

 

D-67 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-08 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.

2. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-10 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.

3. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-11 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.

4. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-17 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.

5. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-38 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.

6. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-39 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.

7. expel the student specified in supplemental material SM-58 furnished under separate cover to School Board members, from the regular and adult programs of Miami-Dade County Public Schools and assigned to an alternative school/program for the maximum time permitted under law, which is the 2018-2019 school year, the 2019 summer session, and the 2019-2020 school year.

8. provide educational services in an alternative school/program during the term of the expulsion.

 

D-68 DISMISSAL TIMES FOR THE LAST THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL (JUNE 4, 5, AND 6, 2019)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. approve dismissal times for the last three days of school (June 4, 5, and 6, 2019);

2. authorize the Superintendent to make any special adjustments necessary due to unique circumstances in particular schools.

 

D-69\u00a02019 SUMMER SERVICES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the proposed 2019 Summer Services.

 

D-71\u00a0INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY,5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policy 5120, Student School Assignment and Attendance Boundary Committee.

 

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1\u00a0MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2019

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending February 2019.

 

E-35\u00a0 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED REPEAL AND REPLACE POLICY 6144, INVESTMENTS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to repeal and replace Board Policy 6144, Investments.

 

E-36\u00a0 ANNUAL SUMMARY OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE; REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AND AMEND THE RESTATEMENT OF PURPOSE, SCOPE, STRUCTURE, AND SELECTION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the Annual Summary of the Activities of the Treasury Advisory Committee for 2018 (Attachment A of the agenda item); accept the reappointment of members to the Treasury Advisory Committee; amend the Statement of Purpose, Scope, Structure, and Selection for the School Board Treasury Advisory Committee (Attachment B of the agenda item).

 

E-86\u00a0 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-87 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT’S PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS:\u00a0 SOLICITATION, SELECTION AND AWARD PROCESSES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of the District’s Procurement Operations:\u00a0 Solicitation, Selection, and Award Processes.

 

E-88 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 25 OF 130 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 25_of 130 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-106\u00a0REQUEST TO RESCHEDULE THE MAY 8, 2019, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING TO WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 2019, AND TO SCHEDULE A SPECIAL MEETING OF THE BOARD ON JULY 16, 2019\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

a. reschedule the May 8, 2019, Instructional Material Public Hearing to Wednesday, May 1, 2019, beginning at 10:00 a.m., and

b. schedule a Special Meeting of the Board to be held on July 16, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. for the specific purpose of providing authorization for the Tentative Budget and Millage Levy Advertisement.

 

E-201\u00a0 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FOR SEVEN PROGRAMS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. accept six grant awards and one donation for programs from:

a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under The Florida Best and Brightest Teacher & Principal Scholarship Program, in the approximate amount of $22,154,455, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019;

b. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Safety and Security of School Buildings, in the approximate amount of $12,183,523, for the grant period of July 1, 2018, through January 31, 2021;

c. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $12,998,226, for the grant period of August 1, 2019, through July 31, 2020;

d. Miami-Dade County for funding under the Early Head Start Program, in the approximate amount of $2,564,234, for the grant period of August 1, 2019, through July 31, 2020;

e. Digital Promise for funding under Verizon Innovative Learning, in the approximate amount of $360,000, and for in-kind equipment and services valued at $8,640,000, for the grant period of April 13, 2019, through July 30, 2021;

f. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under 2018-2020 Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design and Implementation \u2013 Somerset Palms Academy, in the approximate amount of $388,043, for the grant period of November 19, 2018, through July 31, 2019; and

g. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under 2018-2020 Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design and Implementation \u2013 Somerset Academy Kendall, in the approximate amount of $319,584, for the grant period of November 19, 2018, through July 31, 2019.

2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements:

    a. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $12,998,226, in support of the Head Start Program;

    b. Miami-Dade County, in the approximate amount of $2,562,234, in support of the Early Head Start Program;

c. Hearing and Speech Center of Florida, in the approximate amount of $67,725, in support of the Head Start Program and Early Head Start Program;

d. High Scope, in the approximate amount of $64,600, in support of the Head Start Program; and

e. Waterford, in the approximate amount of $60,000, in support of the Head Start Program.

    3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;

4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;

    5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;

6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and

7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

 

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1\u00a0AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (“COUNTY”), FOR THE COUNTY’S INTERIM USE OF A PORTION OF THE PLAYFIELD AT SWEETWATER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FOR THE TEMPORARY OPERATION OF A FIRE STATION

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1)finalize negotiations and execute an Amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and Miami-Dade County (“County”), for the County’s interim use of a portion of the playfield at Sweetwater Elementary School, located at 10655 S.W. 4 Street, Miami, Florida, under substantially the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;

2)execute amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement; and

3)grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing the County in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-2\u00a0 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND RK 750 IVES DAIRY, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR CLASSROOM SPACE USED AS AN ANNEX TO AVENTURA WATERWAYS K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 850 IVES DAIRY ROAD, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33179

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and RK 750 Ives Dairy, LLC, a Florida limited liability company, for classroom space used as an annex to Aventura Waterways K-8 Center, located at 850 Ives Dairy Road, Miami, Florida 33179, to extend the term of the Lease Agreement from July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2023, including an annual rental rate of $1,041,862 for the period of July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020, $1,073,118 for the period of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2021, $1,105,311 for the period of July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022; and $1,138,470 for the period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda.

 

F-3 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A NON-EXCLUSIVE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF CORAL GABLES (“CITY”), FOR INTERIM USE BY THE CITY OF A PORTION OF THE CENTRAL EAST TRANSPORTATION CENTER, LOCATED AT 7011 S.W. 4 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR THE STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE OF CITY TROLLEYS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1) execute a Non-Exclusive Lease Agreement with the City of Coral Gables (“City”), for interim use by the City of a portion of the Central East Transportation Center, located at 7011 S.W. 4 Street, Miami, Florida, for the storage and maintenance of City trolleys, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item; and

2) execute any amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement, and to grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including authorizing construction by the City within the leased space, renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing the City in default.\u00a0

 

F-26 COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), SHELTERED MARKET, SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & NEW P.E. SHELTER AT EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01423200

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Silva Architects, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), Sheltered Market, Small Business Enterprise, for Part 2 (Full A/E) services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations & New P.E. Shelter at Earlington Heights Elementary School, located at 4750 N.W. 22 Avenue, Miami, FL 33142, Project Number 01423200, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $190,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27\u00a0COMMISSION OF AN ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT ARVIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01527700

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E) for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations
(Phase I) at Arvida Middle School, located at 10900 S.W. 127 Avenue, Miami, FL 33186, Project Number 01527700, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $192,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set \u00a0\u00a0forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28\u00a0COMMISSION OF NYARKO ARCHITECTURAL GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), SHELTERED MARKET FOR MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT NORTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529600

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Nyarko Architectural Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), Sheltered Market, Micro Business Enterprise, for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at North Hialeah Elementary School, located at 4251 East 5 Avenue, Hialeah, Fl., 33013, Project Number 01529600, as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $263,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and

2) Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., BY THE ADDITION OF SUB-CONSULTANT FIRMS TO PROVIDE HVAC TEST & BALANCE (T&B) AND LAND SURVEYOR (LS) SERVICES:

1) EARL HAGOOD, INC. (T&B)

2) RICHARD FLANDERS ENTERPRISES, INC. (T&B)

3) PRO-AIR CO. (T&B)

4) BISCAYNE ENGINEERING COMPANY, INC. (LS)

5) F. R. ALEMAN AND ASSOCIATES, INC. (LS)

6) J. BONFILL AND ASSOCIATES, INC. (LS)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the addition of the following firms as Sub-consultants to the Program Management Support Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc., in accordance with the terms and conditions of the PMSS Agreement, for the duration of the Agreement:

1) For HVAC Test and Balance Services:

            • Earl Hagood, Inc.
            • Richard Flanders Enterprises, Inc.
            • Pro-Air Co.; and

2) For Land Surveyor Services:

  • Biscayne Engineering Company, Inc.
  • F. R. Aleman and Associates, Inc.
  • J. Bonfill and Associates, Inc.

 

F-40\u00a0 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01423500, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovation project, Ben Sheppard Elementary School for an additional cost of $47,024.95 and a time extension of 60 days.

B-2.\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 9 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $88,422.02.

B-3.\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01426100, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovation project (K-8 Conversion), Ethel Koger Beckham K-8 Center for an additional cost of $15,100.00.

B-4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01442700, Classroom addition to replace portables, Gulfstream Elementary School for a credit of $47,047.42.

B-5.\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01434000, General Obligation Bond funded renovations project, Jesse J. McCrary, Jr. Elementary School for a credit of $4,228.70.

B-6.\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 5 on Project Number 01534700, General Obligation Bond New K-8 Center School, Kendall Square K-8 Center for a credit of $23,548.75.

B-7.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01543800, General Obligation Bond funded auditorium addition, Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer for an additional cost of $9,659.19.

B-8.\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01439400, General Obligation Bond funded addition, Ruth K Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center for an additional cost of $14,015.06.

B-9.\u00a0\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01339000, General Obligation Bond funded renovation Project (Phase 1), Shenandoah Middle School for a credit of $5,894.61 and a time extension of 127 days.

B-10.\u00a0\u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01435400, General Obligation Bond funded renovation project, Springview Elementary School for a credit of $46,055.66.

 

F-41\u00a0\u00a0AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECT, A NEW K-8 CENTER: PHASE I - GRADES K-5; PROJECT NUMBER 01845900.

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida award to Thornton Construction Company, Inc., the General Obligation Bond funded new construction project, a New K-8 Center: Phase I - Grades K-5 School, located at N.W. 102 Avenue and N.W. 78 Street, Miami, Florida 33196; Project Number 01845900; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $12,858,688.78.

 

F-80\u00a0 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for four (4) new applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” in the agenda item.

 

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

  

G-1\u00a0ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida accept the 2018 Annual Report of the School Board Attorney.

 

G-2\u00a0 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 1140, SUSPENSION OR DISMISSAL OF ADMINISTRATORS; 3140, SUSPENSION OR DISMISSAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF; 8141, MANDATORY REPORTING OF MISCONDUCT BY CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEES; 1120.11, 3120.11, AND 4120.11, PREFERENCE FOR IN EMPLOYMENT; 2260, NONDISCRIMINATION AND \u00a0ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY; 5517, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT (STUDENTS); 5517.02, DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS; AND 5517.03, DATING VIOLENCE OR ABUSE

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the\u00a0 proposed amendments to Board Policies: 1140, Suspension or Dismissal of Administrators; 3140, Suspension or Dismissal of Instructional Staff; 8141, Mandatory Reporting of Misconduct by Certificated Employees; 1120.11, 3120.11, and 4120.11, Preference for Veterans in Employment; 2260, Nondiscrimination and Access to EqualEducational Opportunity; 5517, Anti-Discrimination/Harassment (Students), 5517.02, Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedures for Students; and 5517.03, Dating Violence or Abuse, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective April 17, 2019.

 

G-3 \u00a0FINAL READING: TO ADOPT NEW POLICY 8805, RELIGIOUS EXPRESSION; AND PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2270, RELIGION IN THE CURRICULUM; 5730, EQUAL ACCESS FOR NON DISTRICT-SPONSORED STUDENT CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES;8800, RELIGIOUS/PATRIOTIC CEREMONIES AND OBSERVANCES; AND 8810, THE AMERICAN FLAG

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, \u00a0adopt new Policy 8805, Religious Expression, and amendments to Board Policies 2270, Religion in the Curriculum; 5730, Equal Access for Non District-Sponsored Student Clubs and Activities; and8800, Religious/Patriotic Ceremonies and Observances; and, 8810,The American Flag, and authorize the Superintendent to file the new and amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective on April 17, 2019.

 

G-4 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2215, PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION, AND 2623, STUDENT ASSESSMENT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 2215, Program of Instruction, and 2623, Student Assessment, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 17, 2019.

 

G-5\u00a0FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 5610, SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION OF STUDENTS; 9270 HOME EDUCATION; 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS; AND 7310, DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 5610, Suspension and Expulsion\u00a0 of Students; \u00a09270, Home Education; 9800, Charter Schools; and 7310, Disposition of Surplus Property, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 17, 2019.

 

G-6\u00a0FINAL READING: TO AMEND BOARD POLICIES 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS; AND 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 0166, Non Public Meetings, and 5112, Entrance Requirements, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 17, 2019.

 

G-7 FINAL READING: TO AMEND BOARD POLICIES 0165.1, AGENDAS AND 0171, REVIEW OF POLICY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 0165.1, Agendas, and 0171, Review of Policy, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective April 17, 2019.

 

G-8\u00a0MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. TIRSO VALLS, DOAH Case No. \u00a018-5339TTS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida v. Tirso Valls, DOAH Case No. 18-5339TTS, terminating Respondent’s employment with the School Board.

 

G-9\u00a0NATIONAL PRESCRIPTION OPIATE LITIGATION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to secure outside legal counsel to represent and file a claim(s) on behalf of the School Board in the national opiate litigation that has been consolidated in the matter known as: In Re: National Prescription Opiate Litigation, MDL 2804, Case No. 1:17-md-2804, and to execute any necessary contracts to effectuate such legal representation in the manner described in the agenda item.

 

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-1 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF SIXTEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS IDENTIFIED BY THE NATIONAL
ACADEMY FOUNDATION (NAF) NETWORK FOR DISTINGUISHED ACADEMIES, AND THE DR. RONALD P. SIMPSON MAGNET SCHOOL OF MERIT AWARD OF EXCELLENCE PRESENTED TO MIAMI LAKES EDUCATIONAL CENTER BY MAGNET SCHOOLS OF AMERICA ADDED (Good Cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize sixteen Miami-Dade County Public Schools identified by the National Academy Foundation (NAF) Network for distinguished model academies, and Miami Lakes Educational Center for being the first school in our School District\u2019s history to receive the Dr. Ronald P. Simpson Magnet School of Merit Award of Excellence, the most prestigious award granted by Magnet Schools of America.

 

H-2\u00a0 APPROVAL OF FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE PROVISION OF INSPECTOR GENERAL SERVICES THROUGH THE OFFICE OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY INSPECTOR GENERAL, EXTENDING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE (3) YEAR PERIOD (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Fourth Amendment to the Interlocal Agreement with Miami-Dade County, Florida for Inspector General Services through the Office of the Miami-Dade County Inspector General to renew and extend the Interlocal Agreement for an additional three (3) year period and authorizing the Chair to submit the Amendment to the Board of County Commissioners of Miami-Dade County for its consideration and approval.

 

H-3\u00a0ELIMINATION OF FOOD WASTE AND THE EXPLORATION OF FOOD SHARING PROGRAMS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

1. research initiatives, programs, and strategies, inclusive of marketing, to reduce food waste, teach students about the impact food waste has on the environment and in their community;

2. identify, establish, and/or affirm partnerships with local groups and/or organizations to provide food for children, families, and members of the community;

3. establish and implement a pilot program to eliminate food waste through student take home meals and partnerships that feed needy children and families, with an aspirational goal of no more than 27 schools, inclusive of elementary, middle, and senior high school levels in each of the nine voting districts in M-DCPS for the 2019-2020 school year, beginning no later than second semester of the 2019-2020 school year; and

4. provide an update to the Board, inclusive of an implementation plan and timeline, where practicable, no later than July 31, 2019.

 

H-4\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF FATHERS IN EDUCATION DAY, MAY 16, 2019 AND FATHERS IN ACTION & ADVOCACY WEEK, MAY 13-17, 2019 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse Fathers in Education Day, May 16, 2019 and Fathers in Action & Advocacy Week, May 13-17, 2019 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-5\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MAY 2019 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND MAY 6, 2019 AS NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of May 2019 as Mental Health Awareness Month and May 6, 2019 as National Children’s Mental Health Awareness Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-6 ADMINISTRATIVE ASSESSMENT AND ASSOCIATED UPDATES OF DISTRICTWIDE MANUALS AND WEBSITES (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to

1. complete an administrative assessment and associated updates of districtwide manuals, including those referenced in School Board Policy and a comprehensive review and update of districtwide websites;

2. provide updated reports to the School Board by August 15, 2019 and December 12, 2019; and

3. finalize the review and update process by March 13, 2020, submitting a final report to the School Board.

 

H-7\u00a0ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 117th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA - MAY 20, 2019 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Cuban-American community as it commemorates May 20, 2019 as the 117th anniversary of the Independence of Cuba from Spain.

 

H-8\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 7, 2019 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve endorsement of May 7, 2019 as National Teacher Day in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-9\u00a0MELANOMA AWARENESS CAMPAIGN (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Develop a sun safety awareness campaign to further educate students and parents/guardians about sun safety and melanoma skin cancer;

2. Explore and determine use and implementation of curricular enhancements and resources, available at no cost to the District, that would serve to enhance the campaign and student learning experience;

3. Plan for the launch of the campaign at the commencement of each school year, beginning with the 2019-20 school year; and

4. Initiate rulemaking procedures in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend Policy 5330.02 to include the implementation of annual, coordinated, grade-appropriate sun safety awareness efforts, inclusive of curricular/instructional delivery elements, designed to increase awareness and skin cancer prevention for K-12 students.

 

H-10\u00a0THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE YOUTH CRIME WATCH ‘STOP THE VIOLENCE’ BLUE RIBBON WEEK, APRIL 15-19, 2019 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Youth Crime Watch of Miami-Dade “Stop the Violence” Blue Ribbon Week, April 15-19, 2019 in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-12\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 8-12, 2019, AS THE WEEK OF THE YOUNG CHILD IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, endorse The Week of the Young Child, on April 8-12, 2019.

 

H-13\u00a0PROCUREMENT (REVISED 4)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct:

1. the Superintendent to provide a Board Workshop on the Office of Procurement Management, including but not limited to the function and use of the PMS, as well as related measures to be taken to ensure and improve compliance with applicable State statutes, Florida State Board of Education Rules, School Board policies, and administrative procedures;

2. the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking procedures in which audits of the Office of Procurement as well as District Offices whose transactions exceed $50 million dollars annually are audited not less than every three years;

3. the Chief Auditor to contemplate both a short and long range plan, inclusive of resources needed, for increasing the frequency of auditing of the Office of Procurement Management, as well as District Offices whose transactions exceed $50 million dollars annually not less than every three years; and

4. the Superintendent to provide an update to the School Board at a Fiscal Accountability and Governmental Relations Committee Meeting by August 7, 2019.

 

H-14\u00a0DRINKING WATER IN SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Conduct a study on the feasibility of implementing SB 66 and potential costs, regardless of whether the bill is approved by the Legislature, including a description of current efforts and protocols used by the District to detect and prevent lead in drinking water at schools, and report back to the Board by the August 14, 2019 School Board meeting.

 

H-15\u00a0TRAUMA INFORMED INVESTIGATIONS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. Initiate rulemaking to codify the current practice that all allegations of sexual battery as defined by Florida Statute \u00a7 794.011, will be investigated by Miami-Dade County’s, the local jurisdiction’s or the municipality’s Sexual Battery Unit;

2. Ensure that all investigations involving allegations of a sexual nature that result in a finding of no probable cause indicate that they have been reviewed prior to finalization by the Miami-Dade County Public Schools Chief of Police; and

3. Prior to the commencement of the 2019-20 school year, explore and determine professional development opportunities for:

a) Miami-Dade Schools Police personnel to receive trauma informed practices training, particularly in the area of sexual abuse victim interview techniques, and

b) student service personnel, counselors, and psychologists to receive training on trauma informed practices;

4. Provide the Board with a status update prior to the Board meeting of August 14, 2019.

 

H-16 REVIEW OF CURRENT PROCEDURES AND STAFFING NEEDS FOR THE PERSONNEL INVESTIGATIVE MODEL (PIM), INCLUDING ANY SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES WHICH MAY BE RELATED OR ASSOCIATED WITH THE INVESTIGATIVE MODEL (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to:

1. review current procedures, timelines, and staffing needs for the Personnel Investigative Model (PIM), including modifications and amendments to any manuals associated with the model, pursuant to applicable collective bargaining agreements;

2. review and recommend any amendments, in consultation with the School Board Attorney, to any School Board policies, as appropriate, which may be related or associated with the investigative model;

3. once the review and revisions are completed, initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, including by reference, the Personnel Investigative Model Users’ Guide;

4. develop a comprehensive PIM professional development model for administrators to be offered during the 2019-2020 school year, including an online program available for all employees;

5. offer the opportunity to members of the leadership teams of the labor unions to participate in a dedicated PIM professional development program; and

6. present to the Board the findings of the review process and any recommendations at the School Board Committee meeting of June 12, 2019.


 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

MARCH 13, 2019 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2019

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 19-017 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF APRIL AS WATER SAFETY MONTH (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-017 recognizing the month of April as Water Safety Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-022 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2020 FRANCISCO R. WALKER TEACHER OF THE YEAR AND THE ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-022 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Oliver Diez as the 2020 Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year and Laurie Haim as the 2019 Rookie Teacher of the Year

 

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING APRIL 2019 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade 19-015 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming April 2019 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-019 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE APRIL 29 THROUGH MAY 3, 2019 INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, MAY 2, 2019, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY’S PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DR. MARTIN KARP:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-019 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust to be April 29 through May 3, 2019 including the Day of Remembrance known as Yom Hashoah, May 2 to be observed in all of Miami-Dade County’s public schools.

 

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2019 AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (AFSCME) SUPPORT PERSONNEL OF THE YEAR IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-020 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 2019 AFSCME Support Personnel of the Year:

  1. Ms. Theresa Walton, Food Service Manager II, Norma S. Edelcup/Sunny Isles Beach K-8 Center, was selected as the winner for Food and Nutrition and the 2019 AFSCME Support Personnel of the Year;
  2. Ms. Lydia Sprauve, Foreperson Work Order Clerk, Maintenance Service Center 3, was selected as the winner for Maintenance;
  3. Ms. Carmen Manzanares, School Bus Driver, John Schee Transportation, was selected as the winner for Transportation;
  4. Mr. Kenyada Ragin, Head Custodian, D. A. Dorsey Technical College, was selected as the winner for Plan Operations; and
  5. Ms. Samantha Thomas, School Board Administration Building (SBAB) Security, was selected the winner for General Services.

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 19-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RYAN A. RAMIREZ (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-014 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ryan A. Ramirez.

 

B-10\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DEAN OF ST. THOMAS UNIVERSITY, SCHOOL OF LAW TAMARA F. LAWSON

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-018 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dean Tamara Lawson of St. Thomas University, School of Law.

 

B-11 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-017 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL THESPIAN TROUPE #88045 FOR 9 STRAIGHT SUPERIORS AND THE STATE\u2019S \u201cBEST OVERALL PERFORMANCE\u201d AWARD FOR \u201cREVENGE PARTY\u201d FROM THE MUSICAL “MEAN GIRLS” (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-017 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Norland Middle School Drama Magnet Thespian Troupe #88045 for seven straight superiors and the state\u2019s Best Overall Performance Award for \u201cRevenge Party\u201d from the musical \u201cMean Girls\u201d.

 

B-12 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SERGEANT DAVID THOMPSON (GOOD CAUSE/REPLACED)

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

·

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

· Miami Northwestern Senior High School Drama & Chorus Students

 

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: February 14 and 21, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: February 13, 2019

 

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

 

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

 

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

 

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

  

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2018-2019 Office Employee of the Year
  • 2018-2019 Paraprofessional/School Support Personnel of the Year

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

C-1\u00a0 REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ DISTRICT ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (ELL) PLAN AND AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION OF THE PLAN TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. Approve the Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ District English Language Learners (ELLs) Plan; and,
  2. Authorize the Superintendent to submit the Plan to the Florida Department of Education.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

  1. D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING
    ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1117 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from January 18, 2019 through February 14, 2019.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:
1. ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2018-2019
2. ESTABLISH AND CLASSIFY CONTRACTED POSITION (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for:

  1. Appointments, reclassifications, and lateral transfers to be effective March 14, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.
  2. Establish and classify Executive Director, IT Audits, Contracted, Office of Management & Compliance Audits.

 

D-22\u00a0RATIFICATION OF THE 2018-2021 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2018-2021 Tentative Agreement Successor Contract with AFSCME effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021


D-23\u00a0RATIFICATION OF THE 2018-2021 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT AND THE 2019 EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAM MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE COMMITTEE (GOOD CAUSE)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the
2018-2021 Tentative Agreement Successor Contract with DCSMEC effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021, and the 2019 Employee Benefit Program MOU.


D-24\u00a0RATIFICATION OF THE 2018-2021 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT AND THE 2019 EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PROGRAM MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS’ ASSOCIATION (GOOD CAUSE)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the
2018-2021 Tentative Agreement Successor Contract with DCSAA effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021, and the 2019 Employee Benefit Program MOU.

D-25 APPROVE THE 2017-2018 COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL AND CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (GOOD CAUSE)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. Approve a salary adjustment for eligible MEP class employees, effective July 1, 2018, for a total distribution of 3.0%, with an average of 2.6% and up to an additional 0.4% set aside, as required by Florida law for performance to eligible MEP employees upon completion of the 2017-2018 evaluations.
  2. Approve a compensation adjustment of 3.0% for eligible CEP employees, and adjust the salary range accordingly, effective July 1, 2018

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONPENDING APPEAL

3) REQUESTED APPROVAL OF SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT FOR DISCIPLINARY MATTER THAT HAS BEEN APPEALED (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:

1. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employee.

A) Ismael Ortiz: suspension without pay from his position as Lead Custodian at North Twin Lakes Elementary School, for fifteen (15) calendar days, effective March 14, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 8700, Anti-Fraud. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

2.That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

A)Joseph X. Flynn: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from his position as Fiscal Supervisor at Risk and Benefits Management, effective March 14, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 1121.01, Employment Standards and Fingerprinting; 1210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; and 1210.01, Code of Ethics. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.32, 1012.33, 435.04, 435.06 and 447.209, Florida Statutes.

3. That, in the appeal of disciplinary action that was taken by the Board at its meeting of January 16, 2019, to suspend without pay and initiate dismissal proceedings against Everett A. Baptiste, and the charges that led to the employee’s suspension have been resolved; thereby, that the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Settlement Agreement in the arbitration matter between theSchool Board of Miami-Dade County, AFSCME, and Everett A. Baptiste, and reinstate employee Everett A. Baptiste to his position as a Custodian.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending January 2019.

 

E-35\u00a0 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTIONS 19-013 AND 19-016 AUTHORIZING THE CURRENT REFUNDING OF UP TO $147 MILLION TO REFINANCE ALL OR A PORTION OF THE COP SERIES 2002A, 2002B, AND 2008C AND TERMINATING ASSOCIATED SWAPS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolutions 19-013 and 19-016 authorizing the current refunding of up to $147 million to refinance all or a portion of the COP Series 2002A, 2002B, and 2008C and terminating associated swaps.

 

E-146\u00a0FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0

  1. That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Policy 6320, Purchasing, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 13, 2019.
  2. Certify that acceptance or approval of this item recognizes
    that, with the exception of language added on page 12-V, the item is identical, other than format, to the one approved at the January Committee Meeting.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT A GRANT AWARD AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. accept one grant award from:
    a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under 2018-2020 Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design and Implementation \u2013 BridgePrep Academy of North Miami Beach, in the approximate amount of $458,655, for the grant period of November 19, 2018, through July 31, 2019.
  2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;
  3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
  4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
  5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
  6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
  7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, March 13, 2019 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

A. Call to Order

B. Close Agenda

C. Purpose of Meeting

  1. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-013 and 19-016 with respect of the issuance of Certificate of Participation, Series 2019A and 2019B in a principal amount not to exceed $147,000,000, authorizing the current refunding to refinance all or a portion of the Certificate of Participation, Series 2002A & B and 2008C and terminating associated swaps

D. Other Business and Adjournment

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1\u00a0THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG TOBACCO ROAD PROPERTY HOLDINGS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, BCC ROAD IMPROVEMENT LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AND 2 INDIAN CREEK HOLDINGS, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (COLLECTIVELY, THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 972-UNIT\u00a0 RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 11 SW 7 STREET, CITY OF MIAMI, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among Tobacco Road Property Holdings, LLC, a Florida limited liability company, BCC Road Improvement LLC, a Florida limited liability company, and 2 Indian Creek Holdings, LLC, a Florida limited liability company (collectively, the “Applicant”), the School Board, and City of Miami, in connection with a new 972-unit residential development located at 11 SW 7 Street, City of Miami, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;
  2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
  3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG NR/WHARTON KANE CONCOURSE PROPERTY OWNER LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE TOWN OF BAY HARBOR ISLANDS, IN CONNECTION WITH 104\u00a0 RESIDENTIAL UNITS, WHICH ARE PART OF A MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT, LOCATED AT 1177 KANE CONCOURSE, TOWN OF BAY HARBOR ISLANDS, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. \u00a0execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among NR/Wharton Kane Concourse Property Owner, LLC, a Delaware Limited Liability Company (“Applicant”), the School Board, and Town of Bay Harbor Islands, in connection with 104 residential units, which are part of a mixed-use development, located at 1177 Kane Concourse, Bay Harbor Islands, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;
  2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
  3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

F-3\u00a0 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A MODIFICATION TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN \u00a0\u00a0 THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY EXPRESSWAY AUTHORITY, FOR USE OF A PAVED PARCEL LOCATED UNDERNEATH STATE ROAD 878 AT SW 80 STREET AND 71 AVENUE, FOR THE STAGING OF DISTRICT SCHOOL BUSES AND FOR LOADING AND UNLOADING STUDENTS RIDING THE METRORAIL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. finalize negotiations and execute a Modification to the Lease Agreement between the School Board and the Miami-Dade County Expressway Authority (“MDX”), for use of a paved parcel located underneath State Road 878 at SW 80 Street and SW 71 Avenue, for the staging of District school buses and for loading and unloading students riding the Metrorail, at an annual rental rate of $1, and under substantially the terms and conditions noted above;
  2. execute amendments to the Lease Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Lease Agreement; and
  3. grant or deny all approvals required under the Lease Agreement, including renewing, extending, cancelling or terminating the Lease Agreement, and placing MDX in default, as may be applicable.

 

F-26 COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ AND PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01413900

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez and Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Miami Springs SHS, located at 751 Dove Avenue, Miami Springs, FL 33166, Project Number 01413900 as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $25,948 for Part 1 services; and
  2. Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSION OF VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01413900

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Veitia Padron Incorporated as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations at Miami Springs Senior High School, located at 751 Dove Avenue, Miami Springs, FL 33166; Project Number 01413900, as follows:

  1. Lump sum fee of $68,000 for Pre-construction Services;
  2. Support Services fee of $9,000 during programming; and
  3. The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28\u00a0\u00a0COMMISSION OF M.C. HARRY & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW ELEVATOR AT FLAMINGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01528600

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and New Elevator at Flamingo ES, located at 701 East 33 Street, Hialeah, FL 33133, Project Number 01528600 as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $25,750 for Part 1 services; and
  2. Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29 COMMISSION OF ASSET BUILDERS, L.L.C., DBA MESSAM CONSTRUCTION, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW ELEVATOR AT FLAMINGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01528600

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Asset Builders, L.L.C., dba Messam Construction, as Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond-funded Renovations & New Elevator at Flamingo Elementary School, located at 701 East 33 Street, Hialeah, FL 33013; Project Number 01528600, as follows:

  1. Lump sum fee of $46,000 for Pre-construction Services;
  2. Support Services fee of $9,300 during programming; and
  3. The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-31\u00a0COMMISSION OF GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, L.L.P., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), SHELTERED MARKET SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE, FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE I) AT PALMETTO MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529900

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Gili-McGraw Architects, L.L.P., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E) Sheltered Market Small Business Enterprise, for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations (Phase I) at Palmetto Middle School, located at 7351 S.W. 128 Avenue, Pinecrest, FL 33156, Project Number 01529900, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $279,526 for Part 2 services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-32\u00a0COMMISSION OF PALENZUELA & HEVIA DESIGN GROUP, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT NORTH MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01327000

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Palenzuela & Hevia Design Group, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E), for Part 2 (Full A/E) services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at North Miami Beach Senior High School, located at 1247 N.E. 167 Street, Miami, Florida 33162, Project Number 01327000, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $485,000 for Part 2 services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-33\u00a0COMMISSION OF M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT JOELLA C. GOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529000

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M. Hajjar & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Joella C. Good Elementary School, located at 6350 N.W. 188 Terrace, Miami, Florida 33015, Project Number 01529000, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $239,000 for Part 2 services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-34 COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-5), (A REUSE OF DORAL GRAND BAY K-8, PHASE I), PROJECT NUMBER 01892600

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for New Elementary School (K-5), located at S.W. 157 Avenue and S.W. 174 Street, Miami, Florida, (a reuse of Doral Grand Bay K-8, Phase I), Project Number 01892600, as follows:

  1. a lump sum fee of $450,000 for A/E Basic Services; and
  2. supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-35\u00a0COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PARTIAL REPLACEMENT AND RENOVATIONS, PHASE I, AT COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01433100 (REVISED 2)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for partially General Obligation Bond Funded Partial Replacement & Renovations, Phase I, at Comstock Elementary School, located at 2420 N.W.18 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33142, Project Number 01433100, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $695,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-36\u00a0COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E), FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529300

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E) for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Miami Lakes Middle School, located at 6425 Miami Lakeway North, Miami Lakes, FL 33014, Project Number 01529300, as follows:

  1. A lump sum fee of $249,200 for Part 2 services; and
  2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-38\u00a0AUTHORIZATION FOR A TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK SHELTERED MARKET, MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS HAVING CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $200,000 EACH, WITH LLORENS CONTRACTING, L.L.C.

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize a two-year extension of the Construction Manager at-Risk Sheltered Market, Micro Business Enterprise Agreement under the same fees, terms and conditions as the original Agreement, as amended, for miscellaneous projects having construction budgets up to $200,000 each, with Llorens Contracting, L.L.C.

 

F-40\u00a0CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That \u00a0The \u00a0School \u00a0Board \u00a0of \u00a0Miami-Dade \u00a0County, \u00a0Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01542800, Classroom Addition to replace portables, Coral Park Elementary School for an additional cost of $9,810.28.

B-2. Change Order Number 8 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $47,856.81.

B-3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01426100, General Obligation Bond funded addition/renovation Project (K-8 Conversion), Ethel Koger Beckham Elementary School for an additional cost of $6,629.00.

B-4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01543800, Auditorium Addition, Miami Arts Studio 6- 12 at Zelda Glazer for an additional cost of $5,412.82.

B-5. Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01339400, General Obligation Bond funded addition (replacement of building 4), Miami Beach Senior High School for an additional cost of $5,765.64.

 

F-80\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for three (3) new applications and one (1) increase to single bid limit renewal applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.

 

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

  

G-1 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO, MINORITY/WOMEN-OWNED, AND VETERAN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to School Board Policy 6320.02, Small/Micro, Minority/Women-Owned, and Veteran Business Enterprise Programs, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective March 13, 2019.

 

G-2 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND BOARD POLICIES 0165.1, AGENDAS AND 0171, REVIEW OF POLICY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 0165.1, Agendas and 0171, Review of Policy.

 

G-4 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Case No. 3D19-0117

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employee who is individually named as an appellee in the case of Milagros Rodriguez vs. Griselda Stanfield, Case No 3D19-0117.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-3 IN CELEBRATION OF THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the celebration of the 30th anniversary of School For Advanced Studies.

 

H-4 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 21, 2019, AS WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY (WDSD) IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 21, 2019 as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-6 SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. Review current school crossing guard assignments to ensure all schools are appropriately staffed;
  2. Review procedures related to the request for school crossing guards; and
  3. Provide any findings and recommendations to the Board by the May 8, 2019 Board meeting.

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 21-27, 2019 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRIL 24, 2019 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of April 21-27, 2019 as Administrative Professionals Week and April 24, 2019 as Administrative Professionals Day.

 

H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 12TH ANNUAL MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURE, HORSE & CATTLE SHOW ON APRIL 12-14, 2019 (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, Endorse The 12th Annual Miami International Agriculture, Horse & Cattle Show on April 12-14, 2019.

 

H-9 REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO RECOGNIZE APRIL 2019 AS NATIONAL AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize April 2019 as National Autism Awareness Month.

 

H-10 EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. Communicate the School Board\u2019s concern regarding IB\u2019s response regarding the conflict with the March of the Living program and IB testing; and
  2. Seek a solution with the IBO for future years in an effort to avoid a repeat of this year\u2019s outcome; and
  3. Provide an update to the School Board.

 

H-11 EARLY BIRD MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMMING (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. Explore offering and promoting physical activity options for students who arrive to middle school early before the bell rings; and
  2. Provide a response by the June 2019 School Board Meeting

 

H-12 HUMAN TRAFFICKING EDUCATION (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

  1. include this item as a priority for the School Board\u2019s 2019 Legislative agenda; and
  2. explore the feasibility of adding Human Trafficking Education to school district\u2019s health curriculum, and report back to the Board by the June 19, 2019 School Board meeting.

 

H-13 INCREASING TRANSPARENCY BY EXPANDING PUBLIC ACCESS TO OFFICIAL BOARD MEETINGS

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent explore the feasibility of live streaming all non-exempt official meetings of the School Board along with all School Board Committee meetings and Workshops and report back to the Board by the April 17, 2019 Board meeting.

 

H-14 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO REVIEW THE CURRENT IMPLEMENTATION OF THE FATHERS IN EDUCATION PROGRAM TO DETERMINE THE NEED FOR FUTURE EXPANSION AND THE POSSIBILITY OF INSTITUTIONALIZING THE PROGRAM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to review the current implementation of the Fathers in Education Program to determine the need for future expansion, if feasible, and the possibility of institutionalizing the program in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, and report back to the School Board by June 7, 2019.


H-15 SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICER TO SCHOOL RATIO FORMULA (REVISED 2)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent, in collaboration with the Miami-Dade Schools Police Chief, to:

  1. review, calculate and determine the District\u2019s current certified School Resource Officer/police officer-to-school ratios as compared to recommended ratios and relevant factors outlined in publications such as, but not limited to, The Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Commission Initial Report, The National Association of School Resource Officer\u2019s 2018 Standards and Best Practices report, available industry recognized best practices and sources, and applicable findings by the MDCPS Safety and Security Task Force;
  2. in making these determinations, develop a corresponding matrix and identify the schools where an increase in certified SRO/police officers is warranted or planned;
  3. based on those determinations and matrix, identify and make adequate provisions to staff the most critical 10% of the identified schools, utilizing available funding and municipal/county partnerships, to commence no later than the 2019-2020 school year;
  4. continue the process of identifying critical needs schools and their Certified Law Enforcement staffing, each year from 2020-21 forward, until all schools comply with the recommended ratio, as determined by the matrix;
  5. provide a report to the Board in the appropriate format, taking into consideration the sensitivity and confidentiality of certain information related to the District-wide and school-based security plans, no later than the July 2019 School Board meeting; and
  6. provide a status report to the Board prior to July 1st, on a yearly basis

 

H-16 DISCIPLINE, DIVERSION, AND YOUTH VIOLENCE PREVENTION PROGRAMS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. conduct a review of school based and/or districtwide discipline and diversion programs being implemented by and/or with M-DCPS, as referenced and defined in both the Initial Report of the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Commission and the Governor's Executive Order Number 19-15, to determine impact as it relates to school and public safety, efficacy, and alignment and compliance with School Board Policy and State Statutes;
  2. provide a list of school based and/or district wide discipline and diversion programs being implemented by and/or with M-DCPS by name, inclusive of partners, where applicable, and program summary that includes a program description, purpose, and student population served;
  3. review and evaluate any existing programs and/or partnerships designed to establish the necessary system infrastructures and supports to tackle the issue of youth violence and their impact to date in M-DCPS and throughout Miami-Dade County;
  4. continue to work with the Department of Juvenile Justice, law enforcement, and local municipalities, community agencies, groups, and organizations to discuss root causes, programs, and strategies to stem and eradicate violence among school-aged youth in Miami-Dade County;
  5. explore and research the development and/or expansion of any intervention programs and/or partnerships that address stemming and eliminating the tide of school and community violence among school-aged youth in Miami-Dade County; and
  6. present findings to the School Board, with any recommendations for program or partnership adoption, implementation, revision, or elimination, as well as applicable policy adoption and/or revision, no later than the School Board Meeting of May 8, 2019.


 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

FEBRUARY 13, 2019 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2019

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-008 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING STUDENTS FROM CENTER FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION, CORAL REEF, CUTLER BAY, MEDICAL ACADEMY FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AND SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES HOMESTEAD CAMPUS FOR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY SERVICE

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-008 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing students from Center for International Education, Coral Reef, Cutler Bay, Medical Academy for Science and Technology and School for Advanced Studies Homestead Campus high schools for outstanding community service

 

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE LIBERTY CITY OPTIMIST WARRIORS FOOTBALL TEAM (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-011 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Liberty City Optimist Warriors Football Team

 

B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2019 WILSON SCHOLARS (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-007 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Class of 2019 Wilson Scholars.

 

B-6 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2019 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2019 WalkSafe Statewide Poster Contest.

 

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. LAURIE WEISS NUELL (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-009 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Laurie Weiss Nuell for her contributions to our community.

 

B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-010 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JACK LOWELL

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-010 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Jack Lowell

 

B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. MAMIE E. PINDER (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-014 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Mamie E. Pinder.

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

·

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

· Miami Northwestern Senior High School Drama & Chorus Students

 

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

 

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

 

CONSENT AGENDA

 

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

January 10,2019 January 15, 2019, January 17, 2019, January 22, 2019 and January 24, 2019

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

Special Board Meeting of January 14, 2019 and Regular Board Meeting of January 16, 2019

 

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

 

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

 

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

 

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

  

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

  • Magnet Schools of America Awards
  • School Safety and Security

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Personnel Action Listing 1116 for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from December 21, 2018 through January 17, 2019

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS FOR 2018-2019 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, reclassifications, and lateral transfers to be effective February 14, 2019, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

 

D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

A) Clifford L. Brown: suspension without pay from his position as Field Operations Specialist at Northeast Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective February 14, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4380, Threatening Behavior Toward Staff Members. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

B) Rose G. Davidson: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Oliver Hoover Elementary School, for thirty (30) workdays, effective February 14, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; gross insubordination; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC

C) Lowitz Laurore: suspension without pay from his position as School Bus Driver at North Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective February 14, 2019, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; and 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

 

D-66 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2018-2019 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. enter into contractual agreements with the following sites for graduation rehearsals and exercises, May 29, 2019 through June 6, 2019:

    2. Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts
    \u2022 Fair Expo Center
    \u2022 Florida International University \u2013 Roz and Cal Kovens Conference Center
    \u2022 Jungle Island
    \u2022 Miami Beach Convention Center
    \u2022 Miami Dade College North Campus \u2013 William and Joan Lehman Theater
    \u2022 Miami Marine Stadium / City of Miami
    \u2022 Ocean Bank Convocation Center at FIU
    \u2022 Olympia Theater
    \u2022 South Miami-Dade Cultural Arts Center
    \u2022 Watsco Center at the University of Miami
    \u2022 Zoo Miami

  2. enter into agreements permitting waiver of the School Board\u2019s traditional termination clause, indemnification and hold harmless clauses with the graduation sites listed above; and
  3. authorize payment for charges incurred to lease the facilities and to pay for ancillary services associated with graduation, e.g., stagehands, electricians, ushers, parking and parking attendants, the rental of audio-visual equipment, plants, chairs, pianos, crowd control dividers, and the rental of caps and gowns for District and Region administrators who will attend graduations as platform guests, at a total cost not to exceed $500,000.00. This does not include costs for police services.

The appropriation for these items is included in the General Fund of the 2018-2019 Adopted Budget.

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER \u00a02018

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending December 2018.

 

E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2018

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,467 deletions with a depreciated cost of $508,593 and 31 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $40,418 to update the records for October, November and December 2018

 

E-14\u00a0 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2018-19 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2018-19 General Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by $28,333,451; and
  2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 7 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 12 of the agenda item).

E-15\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2018-19 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. \u00a0adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2018-19 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review, accepting donations, decreasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $8,289,709 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 6 of the agenda item .
  2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No.1, FY 2018-19 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review

E-16\u00a0 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2018-19 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2018-19 Debt Service Funds Mid-Year Budget Review decreasing (1) revenue, other financing sources, and fund balance from prior year, and (2) appropriations, other financing uses, and year end fund balance by the amount of $3,000,000

 

E-17\u00a0 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2018-19 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2018-19 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $47,883,043 and
  2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

E-18\u00a0RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2018-19 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2018-19 Internal Service Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues net position and expenses by $3,727,000; and
  2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

E-35\u00a0 APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 19-006 AUTHORIZING THE FORWARD REFUND OF UP TO $29 MILLION TO REFUND ALL OR A PORTION OF SERIES 2010B BAB CERTIFICATE OF PARTICIPATION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 19-006 authorizing the issuance of up to $29,000,000 refunding Certificate of Participation to refund on a forward basis all or a portion of the Series 2010B BABs COPs

 

E-67\u00a0\u00a0RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. authorize staff to enter into negotiations through its broker and secure and bind $250M in coverage limits, with annual premiums for all property insurance premiums and associated fees not to exceed $20M, inclusive of the renewal of the STORM Parametric Property Insurance Policy and excluding 2018-2019 MYSIP NCB reimbursements/premium credits and state required surcharges and assessments, effective May 1, 2019, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District’s property insurance budget, with a full report including confirmation of coverages, carriers, deductibles, costs and terms to be submitted to the Board its meeting of May 16, 2019;
  2. authorize staff to secure and bind terrorism coverage, through its broker in the amount of $50M property damage $10M bodily injury, effective May 1, 2019 with an annual premium not to exceed $100,000, including state fees, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District’s property insurance budget; and
  3. authorize the renewal of flood insurance at the same terms, limits and conditions as the current NFIP, with a budget not to exceed $2.1M effective for the 12-month period of May 1, 2019 to April 30, 2020.

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E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT-SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

 

E-87\u00a0REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 26 OF 130 CHARTER SCHOOLS AND THREE (3) COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBOs) OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 26_of 130 Charter Schools and Three (3) Community Based Organizations (CBOs) Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT’S SELF-INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of the District’s Self-Insured Healthcare Program.

 

E-89\u00a0\u00a0SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORT OF INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS\u2014OPERATION OF WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2018 (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Special-Purpose Financial Statements and Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants\u2014Operation Of WLRN Television and Radio Stations for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2018.

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARD AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. accept one grant award from:

    a. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Immediate Aid to Restart School Operations (Restart Program), in the approximate amount of $11,921,357, for the grant period of September 1, 2018, through June 30, 2019.

  2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;
  3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
  4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
  5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
  6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
  7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

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NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, February 13, 2019 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-DadeCounty, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

A. Call to Order

B. Close Agenda

C. Purpose of Meeting

  1. Elections of Officers:

    2. Chair
    Vice Chair
    Superintendent of Schools - President and Secretary
    Chief Financial Officer - Vice President and Treasurer
    Treasurer - Assistant Secretary

  2. Acceptance of Transmittal of Annual Budget and Audited Financial Statement Relating to Foundation
  3. Consideration of Resolution No. 19-006 with respect of the issuance of Certificate of Participation, Series 2020A in a principal amount estimating refunding of $29,000,000, authorizing the refunding on a forward basis of all or a portion of the Certificate of Participation, Series 2010B BABs.

D. Other Business and Adjournment

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-1\u00a0 RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM JASMINE HOUSING, LTD, A FLORIDA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 100 AND 128 SW 22 AVENUE, 2215 SW 2 STREET AND 2228 AND 2236 SW 1 STREET, CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA 33135

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recommend approval to Miami-Dade County of a request from Jasmine Housing, Ltd., a Florida Limited Partnership (“Applicant”), in connection with a housing project for the elderly consisting of 96 housing units, located at 100 and 128 SW 22 Avenue, 2215 SW 2 Street and 2228 and 2236 SW 1 Street, City of Miami, Florida 33135.

F-2\u00a0AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE TOWER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, BROWARD COUNTY, FLORIDA (“BROWARD”), AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AS MAY BE REQUIRED, TO ALLOW BROWARD TO CONSTRUCT A NEW EQUIPMENT SHELTER ON LAND, LOCATED AT 3501 S.W. 56 AVENUE, WEST PARK, FLORIDA, TO SERVICE BROWARD’S EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT COMMUNICATIONS SYSTEM

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to execute an Amendment to the Tower Agreement between the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Broward County, Florida (“Broward”), and Miami-Dade County, Florida, as may be required, to allow Broward to construct a new equipment shelter on land, located at 3501 S.W. 56 Avenue, West Park, Florida, to service Broward’s Emergency Management Communications System, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted above.

 

F-20\u00a0AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. adjust the capital budget in the amount of $847,314 and in the event there are, at the time of transfer, insufficient available funds in a structure from which to transfer the indicated amount, the difference will be provided from contingencies, reserves or other accounts; and
  2. \u00a0make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-21\u00a0AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. adjust the capital budget related to the General Obligation Bond (GOB) in the amount of $4,747,312; and
  2. make the changes to the five-year facilities work program resulting from these budget adjustments.

F-26 AUTHORIZATION FOR A TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (A/EPC) SHELTERED MARKET AGREEMENTS, WITH THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, AS FOLLOWS:
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  1. EASTERN ENGINEERING GROUP COMPANY, (SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE), A/EPC FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $1.0 MILLION EACH; AND
  2. FANJUL & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., (MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE), A/EPC FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $200,000 EACH

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize a two-year extension to the Architectural/Engineering Projects Consultants Sheltered Market for Small and Micro Business Enterprises Agreements for miscellaneous projects under the same fees, terms and conditions as the original Agreements (or as previously amended), with the following firms:

  1. Eastern Engineering Group Company; and
  2. Fanjul & Associates, L.L.C.

 

F-27 AUTHORIZATION FOR A TWO-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK SHELTERED MARKET, SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE AGREEMENTS UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $1.0 MILLION EACH, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

  • LEE CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC.; AND
  • CANYON CONSTRUCTION, INC.

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize a two-year extension of the construction manager at-risk sheltered market, small business enterprise agreements under the same fees, terms and conditions as the original agreements, for miscellaneous projects with construction budgets up to $1.0 million each, with the following firms:

  • LEE Construction Group, Inc.; and
  • Canyon Construction, Inc.

F-40\u00a0CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That \u00a0The \u00a0School \u00a0Board \u00a0of \u00a0Miami-Dade \u00a0County, \u00a0Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 7 on Project Number 01339200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovations, Cutler Bay Middle School for an additional cost of $51,451.50.

B-2. Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01534700, General Obligation Bond New K-8 Center School, (Phase-1), Kendall Square K-8 Center for an additional cost of $1,167.19.

B-3. \u00a0 Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01326900, General Obligation Bond funded\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 remodeling/renovation project, Miami Northwestern Senior \u00a0High \u00a0School for \u00a0a \u00a0credit \u00a0of $62,104.10.

B-4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01509506, pull out to expedite black box theatre, PE
& Dining shelter, parking, Norland Middle School for an additional cost of $5,200.00.

B-5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01425200, General Obligation Bond funded partial replacement/renovation project, Rockway Elementary School for a credit of $40,434.63.

 

F-80\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for eight (8) new applications and two (2) increases to single bid limit renewal applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

  

G-1 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICIES 1140, SUSPENSION OR DISMISSAL OF ADMINISTRATORS; 3140, SUSPENSION OR DISMISSAL OF INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF; 8141, MANDATORY REPORTING OF MISCONDUCT BY CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEES; 1120.11, 3120.11, AND 4120.11, PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS IN EMPLOYMENT; 2260, NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY; 5517, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT (STUDENTS); 5517.02, DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS;\u00a0 AND 5517.03, DATING VIOLENCE OR ABUSE

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend Board Policies: 1140, Suspension or Dismissal of Administrators; 3140, Suspension or Dismissal of Instructional Staff; 8141, Mandatory Reporting of Misconduct by Certificated Employees; 1120.11, 3120.11, and 4120.11, Preference for Veterans in \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Employment; 2260, Nondiscrimination and Access to Equal Educational Opportunity; 5517, Anti-Discrimination/Harassment (Students); 5517.02, Discrimination/Harassment Complaint Procedures for Students; and 5517.03, Dating Violence or Abuse

 

G-2 INITIAL READING: TO ADOPT NEW POLICY 8805, RELIGIOUS EXPRESSION; AND PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2270, RELIGION IN THE CURRICULUM; 5730, EQUAL ACCESS FOR NON-DISTRICT-SPONSORED STUDENT CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES; 8800, RELIGIOUS/PATRIOTIC CEREMONIES AND OBSERVANCES; AND 8810, THE AMERICAN FLAG\u00a0

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize
the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to adopt new Policy 8805, Religious Expression, and to amend Board Policies 2270, Religion in the Curriculum; 5730, Equal Access for Non-District-Sponsored Student Clubs and Activities; and8800, Religious/Patriotic Ceremonies and Observances; and, 8810 The American Flag

 

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2215, PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION, AND 2623, STUDENT ASSESSMENT

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board Policies 2215, Program of Instruction, and 2623, Student Assessment

 

G-4 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 5610, SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION OF STUDENTS; 9270 HOME EDUCATION; 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS; AND 7310, DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board Policies 5610, Suspension and Expulsion of Students; 9270, Home Education; 9800, Charter Schools; and 7310, Disposition of Surplus Property.

 

G-5 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND BOARD POLICIES 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS; AND 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend Board Policies 0166, Non-Public Meetings, and 5112, Entrance Requirements

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 BOARD MEETING EFFICIENCY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, conduct a three (3) month pilot that would:

  1. Limit Board members to holding the floor one (1) time, per board member, per item, with an opportunity to hold the floor one (1) additional time after every Board member who wishes to discuss the item has done so.
  2. Limit the Board member holding the floor to no longer than five (5) minutes each time.
  3. Allow Board members additional opportunities to hold the floor if consent is given by the majority of the Board.

 

H-4 COMPENSATION FOR COACHES OF INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. review, in consultation with the United Teachers of Dade (UTD), the current supplemental compensation schedule for athletic coaches;
  2. discuss and explore the feasibility of increasing the supplemental compensation pay schedule for athletic coaches;
  3. discuss and make recommendations for increases to the supplemental compensation schedule for athletic coaches to the School Board, where appropriate, financially prudent, and mutually agreed upon with UTD by the School Board Meeting of June 19, 2019 subject to collective bargaining; and
  4. contemplate and consider any recommendations for the inclusion of any increases to the supplemental compensation pay schedule for athletic coaches, subject to collective bargaining in the 2019-2020 proposed budget.

 

H-5 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO EXPLORE THE DEVELOPMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A FIRE SCIENCE ACADEMY PROGRAM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of developing and implementing a Fire Science Academy Program in Miami-Dade County Public Schools during the 2019-2020 school year and report back to the Board by April 17, 2019.

 

H-6 ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 1, 2019 AS READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 1, 2019, as Read Across America Day.

 

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MARCH 2019 AS SOCIAL WORK MONTH AND THE WEEK OF MARCH 3-9, 2019 AS SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of March, 2019 as Social Work Month and the week of March 3-9, 2019 as School Social Work Week in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-8 PRIOR REVIEW BY SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY OF POLICY RELATED ITEMS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings, in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act, to require the review and approval by the School Board Attorney, as to form and legal sufficiency, of all Agenda items recommending that a Board policy be amended or seeking the establishment of a new policy (initial and final reading), prior to presentation of these items at the appropriate School Board Committee meetings.

 

H-9 CIVICS EDUCATION\u00a0(REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

  1. review current civics education offerings in Miami-Dade County Public Schools;
  2. evaluate and consider the feasibility to:

    a. expand the Project Citizen program to include third and fourth grade students;

    b. expand the We The People program to all high school students;

    c. develop and establish the Citizenship Professional Development Summer Institute during the Summer of 2019;

    d. reach out to municipal and County governments and develop and implement a program for M-DCPS students to see firsthand how local government works;

    e. develop and establish a Citizenship Awareness Campaign during the 2019-2020 school year;

    f. secure grants or partnerships to cover expenses of programs;

    g. expand efforts to encourage and increase student voter registration; and

  3. provide a report to the Board by May 3, 2019.

 

H-10 ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF FEBRUARY AS NATIONAL TEEN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN:\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse February as Teen Dating Violence Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-11 SCHOOL BOARD JOIN IN PROMOTING APRIL 22, 2019 AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting April 22, 2019 as Earth Day and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in this celebration.

 

H-12 THE SCHOOL BOARD PROMOTE MARCH 2019 AS FLORIDA BIKE MONTH, ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY FESTIVITIES, AND RECOGNIZE THE BIKESAFE PROGRAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:\u00a0that The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, promote March 2019 as Florida Bike Month, encourage participation in the National Bike to School Day festivities, and recognize the BikeSafe Program for its efforts in improving bicycle safety at middle schools.

 

H-13 ESTABLISHMENT OF A MEDICAL MARIJUANA POLICY ADDRESSING STUDENT USE\u00a0(REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent in collaboration with the School Board Attorney to:

  1. seek input from appropriate District stakeholders such as the School Health Medical Advisory Committee and the Superintendent’s District Advisory Panel for Exceptional Student Education;
  2. to survey best practices related to medically approved student use of medical marijuana as permitted under \u00a7 1006.062, Florida Statutes and initiate rule making proceedings as appropriate; any policy shall include that \u00a0if at any point in time, the federal government indicates that the District’s federal funds may be jeopardized by the policy, that the policy shall be void and that the use of medical marijuana by students will immediately cease and\u00a0 be prohibited; and
  3. and provide a status update to the Board by the April 17, 2019 School Board Meeting

 

H-14 GIRL TO GIRL MENTORING INITIATIVE \u2013 EXPLORE THE WOMEN’S SUMMIT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. request the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of hosting a Women’s Summit designed to raise awareness of the need for female mentors, create partnerships, and identify a frame work for a girl to girl initiative and report to the Board by April 2019; and
  2. support hosting a Women’s summit to take place in late spring or early summer of 2019.\u00a0

 

H-15 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2019 AS NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH\u00ae AND MARCH 4-8, 2019 AS NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DR. MARTIN KARP:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2019 as National Nutrition Month\u00ae and March 4-8, 2019, as National School Breakfast Week in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-16 EXPLORING THE EXPANSION OF PUBLIC SERVICE CAREER PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN POSITIONS WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, FIRE DEPARTMENT AND POLICE DEPARTMENT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL:\u00a0That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

  1. Explore the feasibility of creating a pilot program for public service careers; and
  2. Provide an update to the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, by the April 2019 School Board Meeting.

 

H-17\u00a0REVIEW OF BLACK HISTORY CURRICULUM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL:\u00a0\u00a0That the School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to: \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

  1. Compile an inventory of all African American History Information Update forms, as well as African American history advocates.
  2. Compile a comprehensive inventory of all existing curricula implemented in Miami Dade County Public Schools in accordance with \u00a71003.42(2)(h), F.S.
  3. Provide an update to the Board by the April 2019 School Board Meeting.

 

H-19\u00a0AMENDMENT TO THE BOARD’S 2019 STATE LEGISLATIVE AGENDA (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA PEREZ:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, amend its 2019 State Legislative Agenda to include an amendment to Florida law clarifying that group advocacy by an elected body is permissible under Florida's Sunshine Law.

 

H-20 STUDENT BUS BOARDING AND EXITING NOTIFICATION SYSTEM (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. conduct a review of bus boarding and exiting student notification systems to consider the implementation of said systems featuring real time reporting to District/School Police and parents/guardians on all Miami-Dade County Public Schools and contracted busses, in addition to providing wireless camera systems and panic alarm buttons on each bus to enhance security and safety; and
  2. provide the School Board with the review, to include, but not be limited to costs, grant and funding opportunities, possible liabilities, expected benefits and outcomes, conceivable implementation/pilot schedules, etc. for the School Board’s consideration and recommendation prior to the July 24, 2019 School Board meeting.

 

H-21\u00a0CODIFICATION OF ACTIVE SHOOTER LOCKDOWN PROTOCOLS (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY\u00a0DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings no later than the May 8, 2019 Board meeting, in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act, to promulgate a policy for the establishment of uniform lockdown protocols for active shooter and hostage scenarios in accordance with Florida Statute 1006.07(4), including but not limited to:

  1. 1. providing that drills for active shooter and hostage situations shall be conducted at least as often as other emergency drills in accordance with 1006.07(4), F.S., such as fire drills; and
  2. conducting an annual review of the M-DCPS Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) for necessary updates; and
  3. ensuring the establishment of protocols that include \u00a0standardized and updated training for an active shooter or hostage scenario for all personnel, including, but not limited to new hires, substitute teachers, and staff; and
  4. ensuring that the training for active shooter and hostage scenarios is developmentally appropriate and adapted for students with varying exceptionalities, medical needs and younger-aged students, no later than the date of the first drill conducted for the 2019-2020 school year.

 

H-22\u00a0SCHOOL BUS STOP SAFETY (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent to explore the feasibility of Miami-Dade County Public Schools Police Department partnering with:

  1. the Miami-Dade Police Department, the League of Cities, and the Transportation Planning Organization on an awareness education campaign that would include student participation on school bus stop safety; and
  2. report back to the board by May 2019.

 

H-24\u00a0SCHOOL BOARD SUPPORT FOR THE FIGHT FOR FREEDOM AND DEMOCRACY IN VENEZUELA (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support Venezuelan students, parents, employees and their families by showing our support for the fight for freedom and democracy in Venezuela.

 

H-25 SUPPORT FOR DEMOCRACY IN VENEZUELA (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, in continuing its efforts to provide a world class education to all our students and to continue to encourage our students to be responsible global citizens, show our support for our Venezuelan students in Miami-Dade County, by supporting the students and the people of Venezuela, and their efforts toward restoring constitutional democracy and human rights in Venezuela.

 

H-26 REQUEST FOR ATTORNEY GENERAL’S OPINION ON SCHOOL BOARD ADVOCACY TRIPS (GOOD CAUSE)

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the School Board Attorney to request an opinion from Florida’s Attorney General on whether School Board members and other elected officials may, in compliance with the Sunshine Law, engage or participate in advocacy trips to Tallahassee during the legislative session for the purpose of jointly advocating for Board’s publicly adopted legislative priorities.


 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

FEBRUARY 6, 2019 ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION 9:30 A.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726
 
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.
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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JANUARY 16, 2019 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 14, 2019.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

11:00 A. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MICAELA A. BENITO, FIRST GRADE STUDENT AT KEY BISCAYNE K-8 CENTER

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-001 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Micaela A. Benito, first grade student at Key Biscayne K-8 Center.

 

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI NORTHWESTERN FOOTBALL TEAM

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-002 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Miami Northwestern Senior High School Football Team.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE GLAZER AND LORTON WRITING INSTITUTE (REPLACEMENT)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-004 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Zelda Glazer and Eveleen Lorton Writing Institute.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ANGELA RAMOS(REVISED REPLACEMENT)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-003 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Angela Ramos.

 

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 19-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING G. HOLMES BRADDOCK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL’S GIRLS’ CROSS COUNTRY TEAM (REVISED REPLACEMENT)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTA P\u00c9REZ:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 19-005 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the achievements of the Girls’ Cross Country Team at G. Holmes Braddock Senior High School.

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

·

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

· Miami Killian Senior High School Performers

 

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

 

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

 

CONSENT AGENDA

 

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

December 4, 2018

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

December 19, 2018

 

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

 

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

 

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

 

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.

 

THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.

 

 

A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

  

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)\u00a0

Graduation Rates

Awards for Cleanest Schools

Cyber Security Awareness Video Contest

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

 

C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

 

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

1. Personnel Action Listing 1115 for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from November 22, 2018 through December 20, 2018.

2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from October 6, 2018 through January 11, 2019.

 

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS AND LATERAL ASSIGNMENTS FOR 2018-2019 (REVISED REPLACEMENT)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendation for appointments, reclassifications, lateral assignments and adjustment of compensation of managerial exempt, professional and technical personnel to be effective January 17, 2019.

 

D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)\u00a0

2)\u00a0RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)\u00a0

RECOMMENDED:

1) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employees.

2) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent\u2019s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

 

D-67 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR:\u00a0

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2019-2020, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 2019

ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2019-2020, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 2019

JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2019-2020, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 2019

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

1.\u00a0the Elementary and Secondary School Calendar \u2013 2019-2020, with a start date of August 19, 2019;

2\u00a0 the Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar \u2013 2019-2020, with a start date of August 19, 2019; and

3.\u00a0 the Juvenile Justice Education School Calendar \u2013 2019-2020, with a start date of July 8, 2019.\u00a0

 

D-69\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY (WITHDRAWN)

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the out-of-country field trip to:

Tokyo, Hakone and Kyoto, Japan for the students at Miami Beach Senior High School.

\u00a0\u00a0

E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

 

E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2018

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending November 2018.

 

E-66\u00a0REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A STATEWIDE MUTUAL AID AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DIVISION OF EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT FOR RECIPROCAL EMERGENCY AID AND ASSISTANCE IN CASE OF EMERGENCIES TOO EXTENSIVE TO BE DEALT WITH UNASSISTED, AND ENSURE THE TIMELY REIMBURSEMENT OF COSTS INCURRED BY THE LOCAL GOVERNMENTS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Board to enter into a Statewide Mutual Aid Agreement with the State of Florida Division of Emergency Management for reciprocal emergency aid and assistance in case of emergencies too extensive to be dealt with unassisted, and through such agreements to ensure the timely reimbursement of costs incurred by the local governments which render such aid and assistance with the agreement being automatically renewed.\u00a0 In the event terms and conditions of the agreement change, an updated version of the agreement will be brought to the Board for approval.

 

E-141 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-020-MJ \u2013 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SERVICES AND SPECIALIZED REPAIRS FOR SCHOOL BOARD VEHICLES

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida: REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-020-MJ \u2013 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SERVICES AND SPECIALIZED REPAIRS FOR SCHOOL BOARD VEHICLES, to permit rebidding.

 

E-142 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS RFP-17-026-CH \u2013 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FOR NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)\u00a0

RECOMMENDED: \u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-026-CH \u2013 PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FOR NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS, to deliver a wide range of professional development services to all non-public schools that have applied for services from the District under provisions of the Title II, Part A, Teacher and Principal Training and Recruiting Funds with an initial effective date of January 16, 2019 through January 15, 2022, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension period thereto, as follows:

A. FACTS EDUCATION SOLUTIONS, LLC
121 SOUTH 13TH STREET, SUITE 100
LINCOLN, NEBRASKA 68508
OWNER/OFFICER: DENNIS L. LITTLE, MANAGER

SUB-CONTRACTOR
ONE ON ONE LEARNING CORP.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MWBE
8900 SW 117TH AVENUE, SUITE C-103
MIAMI, FLORIDA 33186
HISPANIC AMERICAN

B. NATIONAL INVENTORS HALL OF FAME, INC
3701 HIGHLAND PARK NW
NORTH CANTON, OH 44720

OWNER/OFFICER: MICHAEL J. OISTER, PRESIDENT

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to award the contract up to the total estimated amount of $2,249,133, for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $749,711 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID ITB NO. ITB-17-010-HR \u2013 HOOD CLEANING SERVICES (REVISED)\u00a0

RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-010-HR \u2013 HOOD
CLEANING SERVICES, to provide exhaust hood and duct cleaning services for specified school food-service locations, with an initial effective date of January 16, 2019 through January 15, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

PRIMARY

AIRWAYS CLEANING AND FIREPROOFING CO. OF
FLORIDA, INC.
4720 OAKES ROAD, BAY E
DAVIE, FLORIDA 33314
OWNER/OFFICER: TIMOTHY GREENE, GENERAL MANAGER

 

2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $180,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $90,000, for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

 

E-144 REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON TERM CONTRACT

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, APPROVE the supplemental award on the following contract, inasmuch as the estimated requirements, previously awarded by the Board, will be exceeded before the contract term expires.

Approve the supplemental award by $781,000 and amend the total contract extension award to $2,281,000, on Contract Invitation to Bid (ITB) No.15-073-CV \u2013 SECURITY SYSTEM SERVICES to establish a contract at firm unit prices, to maintain fully operational security systems for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, FL with an initial effective date of July 13, 2016 through July 12, 2018. This supplemental award is necessary to maintain security cameras throughout The District.\u00a0 This supplemental amount requested is based on the next seven (7) months service.

Fund Source
300000 Capital

STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 MBE
5632 N. W. 161ST STREET \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33014
OWNER:\u00a0 SYED A. SHAH, PRESIDENT
ASIAN AMERICAN

ORIGINAL EXTENSION AWARD AMOUNT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $1,500,000.00
THIS SUPPLEMENTAL\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 $\u00a0\u00a0 781,000.00

 

E-145 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-17-025-CV \u2013 FOOD SERVICE AND FOOD LABORATORIES PEST CONTROL SERVICES

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1.\u00a0AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO.\u00a0 ITB-17-025-CV \u2013 FOOD SERVICE AND FOOD LABORATORIES PEST CONTROL SERVICES, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, for an integrated pest management (IPM) program in specified areas of The\u00a0 School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with an initial effective date of January 16, 2019 through January 15, 2021 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for three (3) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

A. TOWER PEST CONTROL, INC.
7760 WEST 20TH AVENUE\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
HIALEAH, FL 33016
OWNER:\u00a0 FRANCISCO J. TORRE, PRESIDENT

NORTH, CENTRAL AND SOUTH SCHOOL SITE LOCATIONS

SOUTH LOCATION

B.\u00a0HULETT ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
7670 OKEECHOBEE BLVD
WEST PALM BEACH, FL 33411
OWNER: TIMOTHY M. HULETT, PRESIDENT

NORTH AND CENTRAL LOCATIONS

2.\u00a0AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $400,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $200,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

 

E-146 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320, PURCHASING (REVISED)\u00a0

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings for Initial reading in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 6320, Purchasing.

 

F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

 

F-26 COMMISSION OF ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & NEW P.E. SHELTER AT LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 01529100

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Alleguez Architecture, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations & New P.E. Shelter at Leisure City K-8 Center, located at 14950 S.W. 288 Street, Miami, Florida 33033, Project Number 01529100 as follows:

1) A lump sum fee of $22,500 for Part 1 services; and

2) Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-27 COMMISSION OF M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & NEW P.E. SHELTER AT LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 01529100

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.A.C. Construction, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and New P.E. Shelter project at Leisure City K-8 Center, located at 14950 S.W. 288 Street, Miami, Florida 33033, Project No. 01529100, as follows:

1. Lump sum fee of $38,000 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2. Project scope support fee of $7,800 during programming; and

3. All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-28 COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ AND PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PALM SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529700

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Wolfberg Alvarez & Partners, Inc., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Palm Springs Elementary School, located at 6304 East First Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project Number 01529700 as follows:

1. A lump sum fee of $21,063 for Part 1 services; and

2. Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-29 COMMISSION OF STATE CONTRACTING & ENGINEERING CORPORATION, AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PALM SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529700

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission State Contracting & Engineering Corporation, as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Palm Springs Elementary School, located at 6304 East First Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33013, Project No. 01529700, as follows:

1. Lump sum fee of $35,400 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2. Project scope support fee of $8,500 during programming; and

3. All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-30\u00a0COMMISSION OF LIVS ASSOCIATES, L.L.C. AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & CLASSROOM ADDITION AT MIAMI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529500

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission LIVS Associates, L.L.C., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations & Classroom Addition at Miami Shores Elementary School, located at 10351 N.E. 5 Avenue, Miami Shores, Florida 33138, Project Number 01529500 as follows:

1. A lump sum fee of $23,500 for Part 1 services; and

2. Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-31\u00a0COMMISSION OF THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & CLASSROOM ADDITION AT MIAMI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529500

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Thornton Construction Company, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations and Classroom Addition project at Miami Shores Elementary School, located at 10351 N.E. 5 Avenue, Miami Shores, Florida 33138, Project No. 01529500, as follows:

1. Lump sum fee of $36,506 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2. Project scope support fee of $8,500 during programming; and

3. All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-32 COMMISSION OF KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR PART 1 SERVICES (PROGRAM/MASTER PLAN) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01530200

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission KVH Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer for Part 1 Services (Program/Master Plan) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Riviera Middle School, located at 10301 S.W. 48 Street, Miami, Florida 33165, Project Number 01530200 as follows:

1. A lump sum fee of $21,000 for Part 1 services; and

2. Fees, preliminary project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-33 COMMISSION OF ASSET BUILDERS, LLC (DBA MESSAM CONSTRUCTION), AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01530200

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Asset Builders, LLC (dba Messam Construction), as the Construction Management at-Risk firm for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations project at Riviera Middle School, located at 10301 S.W. 48 Street, Miami, Florida 33165, Project No. 01530200, as follows:

1. Lump sum fee of $35,440 for CMR Pre-construction Services;

2. Project scope support fee of $8,500 during programming; and

3. All terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

 

F-34 AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., AS FOLLOWS:

  1. 1) ADDITION OF MIAMIVIEW OF SOUTH FLORIDA, L.L.C. (d/b/a MULTIVISTA) TO PROVIDE CONSTRUCTION PHOTO DOCUMENTATION SERVICES; AND
  1. 2) DELETION OF CONTRACTORS RESOURCE CENTER/ OUTLOOK INTERNATIONAL

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the following changes to the Program Management Support Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc., in accordance with the current terms and conditions of the Agreement:

1) Add MiamiView of South Florida, Inc., as a sub-consultant; and

2) Delete Contractors Resource Center/Outlook International as a sub-consultant.

 

F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

B-1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01534700, General Obligation Bond New K-8 Center School, Kendall Square K-8 Center for an additional cost of $4,833.45.

B-2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01434800, General Obligation Bond funded replacement, renovation project, Meadowlane Elementary School for a credit of $8,393.00.

B-3. Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01339400, General Obligation Bond funded addition (replacement of building 4), Miami Beach Senior High School for an additional cost of $9,934.78.

B-4. Change Order Number 3 on Project Number 01439400, General Obligation Bond funded addition, Ruth K Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center for an additional cost of $38,941.44

 

F-80\u00a0AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for four (4) new applications and two (2) increase to single bid limit renewal applications for educational facilities, as listed on attachment ”A” of the agenda item.

 

F-81 INTERLOCAL COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH BROWARD COLLEGE OFFICE OF BUSINESS SERVICES AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, BROWARD COUNTY OFFICE OF ECONOMIC AND SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, THE SCHOOL BOARD OF PALM BEACH COUNTY OFFICE OF DIVERSITY IN BUSINESS PRACTICES, AND PALM BEACH COUNTY OFFICE OF SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE TO SHARE INFORMATION AND A SIMPLIFIED CERTIFICATION PROCESS FOR SMALL/MICRO, MINORITY/WOMEN AND VETERAN FIRMS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute and implement an Interlocal Cooperative Agreement with Broward College Office of Business Services, The School Board of Palm Beach County Office of Diversity in Business Practices, Broward County Office of Economic and Small Business Development, and Palm Beach County Office of Small Business Assistance for a sharing of information and simplified certification process of certified Small/Micro, Minority/Women, and Veteran Business Enterprises, for an initial term of two years from the date of execution by all parties;

2. extend the Agreements by mutual written agreement for an additional two-year period; and

3. renew, terminate, and/or modify the Agreement as needed.

 

F-82 STRATEGIC ALLIANCE MEMORANDUM WITH THE UNITED STATES SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION AND MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE FLORIDA SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CENTER NETWORK TO DEVELOP JOINT TRAINING AND OUTREACH ACTIVITIES FOR THE MINORITY, WOMEN, VETERAN, AND SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

1. execute and implement a Strategic Alliance Memorandum with the United States Small Business Administration for an initial term of two (2) years and the Memorandum of Understanding with the Florida Small Business Development Center Network for an initial term of one (1) year for a common interest in the dissemination of training and outreach information to local minority, women, Veteran, and small businesses; and

2. renew, terminate, and/or modify the Memorandum as needed in writing with the other parties.

 

 

G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

  

G-1 1)\u00a0ACCEPT THE PHASE II DISPARITY STUDY AND POLICY REVIEW CONDUCTED BY MILLER 3 CONSULTING, INC. FOCUSED \u00a0\u00a0 ON GOODS/SUPPLIES, SERVICES AND MAINTENANCE COVERING JULY 1, 2012 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2015; AND

2)\u00a0\u00a0INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL\u00a0 BOARD POLICY 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO, MINORITY/WOMEN- OWNED, AND VETERAN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

1) Accept the Phase II Disparity Study & Policy Review conducted by Miller3 Consulting focused on Goods & Services and Maintenance covering July 1, 2012 through June 30, 2015 period; and

2) Authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend School Board Policy 6320.02, Small/Micro, Minority/Women-Owned, and Veteran Business Enterprise Programs

 

G-2 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Milagros Rodriguez v. Griselda Stanfield, Case No. 18-41945-CA-02

RECOMMENDED:\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employee who is individually named as a defendant in the case of Milagros Rodriguez vs. Griselda Stanfield, Case No 18-41945 CA 02.

 

H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 CALENDAR ADJUSTMENT FOR SELECT POSITIONS (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to review the feasibility to reinstate the 260-day work year for select 12-month employees affected by the mandatory furlough days enacted as a result of Agenda Item A-3 of the June 18, 2008 and D-26 of June 17, 2009 School Board Meetings, and compensate them appropriately, effective July 1, 2019; and report to the Board by March 13, 2019.

 

H-3 COLLEGE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. assess and evaluate the implementation of the College Assistance Program (CAP) with respect to specific metrics outlined in its mission;
  2. review the assignment and availability of CAP Advisors at senior high schools throughout the District, as well as schools offering grade 12 that will ultimately graduate and award high school diplomas to students;
  3. explore the allocation of positions and/or resources to ensure that either a CAP Advisor and/or services commensurate with CAP are provided to schools that currently do not have the position and thereby are limited in offering CAP services and supports to their students;
  4. make budget and/or policy recommendations, where required, appropriate, and/or needed;
  5. include any budget recommendations to increase the number of CAP Advisors in the proposed 2019-2020 District Budget and related allocation plans; and
  6. provide an update to the Board no later than the School Board Meeting of March 13, 2019

 

H-4 GIRL TO GIRL MENTORING INITIATIVE (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, support the establishment of a girl to girl mentoring initiative

 

H-5 EXPLORATION AND DETERMINATION OF VIABILITY OF JOINDER IN PRESCRIPTION OPIATE LITIGATION (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the School Board Attorney to: (1) explore the feasibility of filing a lawsuit on behalf of the School Board and against the identified responsible defendants in the state court with the appropriate jurisdiction or by joining the national prescription opiate litigation in the appropriate Federal District Court; and (2) provide an update to the Board with the relevant conclusions as delineated in this item, and the requisite\u00a0 recommendations prior to the February 2019 Board meeting.

 

H-6 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2019 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2019 as Arts in Our Schools Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-7 IMMEDIATE RESPONSE TO AN ACTIVE ASSAILANT INCIDENT (REVISED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

  1. include in policy or in the Miami-Dade\u00a0 Schools Police standard operating procedures clear language related as to how police officers are to move forward in the event of an active assailant incident; and
  2. report back to the Board by February 13, 2019.

 

H-8 FEBRUARY 2019 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize February 2019 as National Black History Month and join in promoting National Black History Month in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION MONTH (REVISED)\u00a0\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, endorse Career and Technical Education Month during the month of February.

 

H-10 ENDORSEMENT OF THE MARINE SERVICE TECHNOLOGIES PROGRAM PARTICIPATION IN THE 2019 MIAMI INTERNATIONAL BOAT SHOW\u00a0(REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the participation of the Marine Service Technologies Program in the 2019 Miami International Boat Show on February 14-18, 2019.

 

H-11 ALTERNATIVE PROGRAMMING AND UTILIZATION OF BUSSES DURING AFTER SCHOOL HOURS AND WEEKENDS (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE FELDMAN:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to conduct a feasibility study considering the utilization of school busses during after school hours and weekends to provide mobile differentiated programming that would feature instructional personnel delivering specialized curriculum, tutoring and/or resources, while a police officer provides the operational security.\u00a0 The report findings should be reported to the Board by April 1, 2019.

 

H-12 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 9140, CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COMMITTEES (WITHDRAWN)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY LUBBY NAVARRO:\u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings to amend School Board Policy 9140, Citizens’ Advisory Committees, to indicate that School Board members may appoint District employees to serve on citizens’ advisory committees.

 

H-13 PUBLIC INFORMATION AND ACCESS (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. review, in consultation with the School Board Attorney, policies, practices, and procedures that address and comply with Chapters 119 and 286 of the Florida Statutes governing access to public records and attendance and participation at school board meetings, workshops, and school and district related activities;
  2. provide, in consultation and upon verification by the Chief Auditor, a framework for the current procedures and related timelines for submitting, receiving, reviewing, and responding to public information requests;
  3. research and review best practices throughout the state for the submission, receipt, review, and response to public information requests;
  4. explore new ways to inform the public about the work of the School Board and its members, achievements of the school district, and needs of the schools and students;
  5. make policy recommendations or revisions, where appropriate;
  6. develop and implement new and/or revised practices and procedures for the submission, receipt, review, and response to public information requests;
  7. research, develop, and implement new and/or revised practices and procedures that contemplates and integrates technologies to expand public access to School Board and related meetings to the public, such as online links available after the School Board meeting has occurred; and
  8. provide an update to the School Board at a Committee Meeting or Board Workshop, inclusive of any proposed changes, no later than the School Board Meeting of April 17, 2019.

 

H-14 COLLEGE ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS (REVISED)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

  1. review and quantify where operationally and administratively feasible, inclusive of demographic subgroups, instances in which such “flagging” and withholding of college entrance examination scores of Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ students due to increased test scores. This is not to review and quantify any documented instances of test scores due to cases of wrongdoing or improprieties on the part of a student or test proctor or administrator;
  2. work with entities that manage and/or have authority for the administration of college entrance examinations to review these matters and ways to achieve resolutions;
  3. establish a process, where operationally and legally permissible, to report and account for incidents in which students’ college entrance examination scores have been “flagged” or withheld, due solely to increased test scores;
  4. provide information, where operationally and legally permissible, through schools, websites, and offices such as the College Assistance Program, on the process for reporting and responding to the “flagging” or withholding of a college entrance examination score due to a score increase determined to be statistically significant; and
  5. provide an update to the Board no later than the School Board Meeting of March 13, 2019.

 

H-15 SUPPORT FOR STUDENTS AND FAMILIES DURING GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)\u00a0

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: \u00a0That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, affirm its recognition of the potential adverse impact that the present government shutdown may have on its students and their families, and their commitment to provide additional support and assistance, where feasible and appropriate, and authorize the Superintendent to:

  1. 1.contemplate and examine the potential impact that the present government shutdown will have on the learning and lives of M-DCPS students and their families;
  2. explore partnerships, resources, and assistance\u00a0\u00a0 that may be available and provided to students and their families that are directly and adversely impacted by the government shutdown;
  3. provide appropriate information to schools on partnerships, resources and supports available for students and their families that are directly and adversely impacted by the government shutdown;
  4. take additional steps, as determined appropriate, to provide resources, support, and assistance to students and their families that are directly and adversely impacted by the government shutdown; and
  5. provide an update to the School Board by January 31, 2019.

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

 

I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

 

I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 14, 2019 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING 10:00 A.M.
SBAB - Auditorium

PURPOSE: To address Collective Bargaining Agreements. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes. There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs. An agenda will be available at 10:00 a.m., on January 9, 2019. A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132, by noon on January 11, 2019. For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center at 305-995-1128.

 
9:30 A.M.
School Board Administration Building, Conference Room 726
CALL TO ORDER
Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION
ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION
February 6, 2019 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending cases: Jane Doe v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Case No. 17-cv-22926-KMW and Jane Doe v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Case No. 18-cv-25430-UU. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Martin Karp, Vice-Chair, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Susie V. Castillo, Dr. Lawrence S. Feldman, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Ms. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, Mari Tere Rojas; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Kim Lucas, Mr. Gene P. Kissane, Mr. Michael E. Brand, and Ms. Sheila M. Gonzales-Jonasz. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one and a half hours (1 \u00bd) hours. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 8, 2020 - BOARD WORKSHOP - 10:00 A.M.
SBAB Conference Room 726

 

PURPOSE: To discuss State Lobbyist Contracts. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available 10:00 a.m., December 20, 2019, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128

10:00 A.M.

 
10:00 A.M.
School Board Administration Building, Auditorium
CALL TO ORDER     
Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION
SP-1 RATIFICATION OF THE 2018-2019 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE
 
RECOMMENDED: Thal The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2018-2019 Tentative Agreement Reopener Contract with UTD effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019.
 
SP-2 RATIFICATION OF THE 2018-2021 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE
 
RECOMMENDED: Thal The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2018-2021 Tentative Agreement Successor Contract with FOP effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021.
 

ADJOURNMENT

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CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman,
Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS AND INTRODUCTIONS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

 

STATE LOBBYISTS CONTRACTS

Ms.Iraida Mendez-Cartaya
Associate Superintendent, Office of Intergovernmental Affairs Grants Administration, and Community Engagement

 

DISCUSSION


School Board Members
CLOSING COMMENTS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

 

ADJOURNMENT

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JANUARY 15, 2020 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


(*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 13, 2020.

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

* The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


11:00 A. M.


CALL TO ORDER


PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE


MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

 

B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGATION\u2019S CITIZEN ALUMNI ACADEMY AND MIAMI PALMETTO SENIOR HIGH FORENSIC INVESTIGATIVE ACADEMY SPIRIT OF GIVING INITIATIVE, AND RYDER SYSTEM & THE SUNSHINE CORVETTE CLUB\u2019S NEVA KING COOPER HOLIDAY EVENTS (Replaced)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-003 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Federal Bureau of Investigation\u2019s Citizens Alumni Academy Association, Ryder System, Inc., and The Sunshine Corvette Club, Inc., for their goodwill and genuine commitment to Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

 

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JERRY RATEAU (REPLACED)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-005 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Jerry Rateau.

 

B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. DAVID MOORE FOR HIS LEADERSHIP, SERVICE, AND DEDICATION TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-002 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Dr. David Moore.

 

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIKE LOWELL

ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-001 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mike Lowell.

 

B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BOOKER T. WASHINGTON, MIAMI CENTRAL AND MIAMI NORTHWESTERN FOOTBALL TEAMS FOR WINNING THE 2019 STATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS (Good Cause)

ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-004 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Booker T. Washington, Miami Central And Miami Northwestern Football Teams For Winning The 2019 State Football Championships.

 

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

 

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • G. Holmes Braddock Senior High Dance & Music Performers

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: December 10th, December 12th, and December 17th, 2019


APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: December 11, 2019 Regular School Board Meeting and Attorney-Client Session of December 18, 2019


B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

(ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Proposed Board Member Initiatives

- Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.
THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.



A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Graduation Rates

 

B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

- Board Member Announcements *

- Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2370, MAGNET PROGRAMS/SCHOOLS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to adopt the proposed amendments to School Board Policy 2370, Magnet Programs/Schools, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policy with The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida to be effective January 15, 2020.

 

D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING
  2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the:

  1. Personnel Action Listing 1127 for Instructional and Non-instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from November 22, 2019 through December 12, 2019.
  2. Instructional personnel assigned to teach out-of-field from September 24, 2019 through January 10, 2020.

D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (Revised)

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for:

  1. change of title and minimum qualifications to the following:

    2. a. District Director, EH/SED Programs, MEP paygrade 23, to District Director, ESE Programs, MEP paygrade 23, Office of Exceptional Student Education

    b. Principal, Vocational/Technical, MEP, paygrade PR, to Principal, Senior/Vocational/Technical, MEP, paygrade PR


  2. appointments and lateral transfers to be effective January 16, 2020, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

D-55 (Revised)

  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

RECOMMENDED:

    1. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, which has been agreed to by the employee.

      2. A)Manuel Cabeiro: suspension without pay from his position as Teacher at Spanish Lake Elementary School, for five (5) workdays, effective January 16, 2020, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

    2. That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

      3. A)Tabatha Gatewood: suspension without pay from her position as School Bus Driver at Southwest Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective January 16, 2020, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

      B)Blanca N. Gomez: suspension without pay from her position as School Bus Driver at Southwest Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective January 16, 2020, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; 8600, Transportation; and 8670, Post Trip Inspections of School Buses. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

      C)Verdell L. Jackson: suspension without pay from her position as Teacher at Brentwood Elementary School, for ten (10) workdays, effective January 16, 2020, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 5630, Corporal Punishment and Use of Reasonable Force. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

      D)Georgette A. Lucas: suspension without pay and initiation of dismissal proceedings from her position as Teacher at Van E. Blanton Elementary School, effective January 16, 2020, for just cause, including, but not limited to: misconduct in office; and violation of School Board Policies 3210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 3210.01, Code of Ethics; and 3213, Student Supervision and Welfare. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), 1012.33, and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and State Board Rules 6A-5.056 and 6A-10.081, FAC.

      E)Devion M. Woods: suspension without pay from her position as School Bus Driver at North Transportation Center, for thirty (30) calendar days, effective January 16, 2020, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

     

    D-66 AUTHORIZE THE RENEWAL OF THE COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT TO INCLUDE THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE CONTINUED IMPLEMENTATION OF TOGETHER FOR CHILDREN’S EVIDENCE-BASED REFERRAL AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT SYSTEM

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida authorizes the Superintendent execute the renewal of Cooperative Agreement to include the Foundation for New Education Initiatives and Miami-Dade County to implement the evidence-based referral and family engagement system, as well as amendments, extensions, and renewals of such agreements and documents to implement the program; and exercise termination, waiver, and other provisions set forth therein.

     

    E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

    E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2019

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending November 2019.

     

    E-141 REPORT OF SCHOOL BOARD AUCTIONS

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the report from June 2018 through November 2019, auctions of surplus/obsolete items and vehicles results

     

    E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-035-TR \u2013 DIPLOMAS (Revised)

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-035-TR \u2013 DIPLOMAS to establish a contract, to purchase for The School Board of Miami-Dade County, with an initial effective date of January 15, 2020 through January 14, 2023 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

      GRADUATE SERVICES OF MIAMI dba HERFF JONES MIAMI
      7640 NW 25TH Street, Unit 107
      MIAMI, FL 33122
      OWNER: EDWARD JONES, DVPT
    2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to a total estimated amount of $140,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $46,666.00 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period (s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not guarantee any estimated quantities will be purchased.

     

    E-144 AWARD OF CONTRACT THROUGH DIRECT NEGOTIATION \u2013 ARMORED CAR SERVICES

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    1. AWARD CONTRACT FOR ARMORED CAR SERVICES - to establish a contract, at firm unit prices for the purchase of armored car services, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of January 15, 2020 through January 14, 2021, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for one (1) additional one (1) year extension period thereto, as follows:

      BRINK\u2019S INCORPORATED
      555 DIVIDEND DRIVE, SUITE 100
      COPPELL, TX 75019
      OWNER/OFFICER: RONALD DOMANICO, DIRECTOR
    2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $400,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $200,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown in the agenda item will be expended.

     

    E-145 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-005-CM \u2013 OUTFITTING, RELOCATION, ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF LOGISTICS

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-005-CM \u2013 OUTFITTING, RELOCATION, ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF LOGISTICS, to establish a contract, at firm unit prices, for specialized industrial/commercial services for the relocation, assembly and installation of logistics of specific projects for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, during the term of the bid, with an effective date of January 15, 2020, through January 14, 2023, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:
      1. BELTMANN GROUP INCORPORATED
        2480 LONG LAKE ROAD
        ROSEVILLE, MN 55113
        OWNER/OFFICER: DANN W. BATTINA, CEO

        LOCAL ADDRESS:
        3039 NORTH ANDREWS AVENUE EXTENSION
        POMPANO BEACH, FL 33064
      2. COMMERCIAL RELOCATION GROUP INC.DBA SCS TECHNOLOGIES
        1403 SW 10 AVE POMPANO BEACH, FL 33069
        OWNER/OFFICER: CRAIG STANNARD, PRESIDENT
      3. MILLENNIUM RELOCATION SERVICES, INC.
        9332 NW 101 STREET MEDLEY, FL 33178
        OWNER/OFFICER: JULIO E. MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT
        LOCAL
    2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $1,500,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $500,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

     

    F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

     

    F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECEIVE A REPORT REGARDING ON-GOING WORK WITH THE OMNI CRA AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT UNIT, AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO INITIATE NEGOTIATIONS, AND REPORT BACK TO THE BOARD AT A FUTURE MEETING WITH THE APPROPRIATE DOCUMENTS FOR ITS CONSIDERATION

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

    1. receive a report regarding ongoing work with the Omni CRA and Miami-Dade County Public Housing and Community Development Unit regarding redevelopment of Phillis Wheatley Elementary School for benefit of the adjacent Overtown community stakeholders; and
    2. authorize the Superintendent to initiate negotiations, and report back to the Board at a future meeting with the appropriate documents for its consideration.

     

    F-2 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO \\FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A REVOCABLE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE MIAMI PARKING AUTHORITY (“MPA”), FOR USE OF THE MPA OPERATED PUBLIC PARKING LOT #13, LOCATED AT N.W. 3 COURT AND N.W. 3 AVENUE, CITY OF MIAMI, TO SERVE STAFF OF THE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

    1. finalize negotiations and execute a Revocable License Agreement with the Miami Parking Authority (“MPA”), for use of the MPA operated public parking lot #13, located at N.W. 3 Court and N.W. 3 Avenue, City of Miami, to serve staff of the Law Enforcement Officers Memorial High School, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item;
    2. execute amendments to the Revocable License Agreement within the authority granted to the Superintendent by the Board in the Revocable License Agreement; and
    3. grant or deny all approvals or waivers required under the Revocable License Agreement, including, without limitation, renewing, extending, canceling or terminating the Revocable License Agreement, and placing MPA in default, as may be applicable.

     

    F-26 COMMISSION OF KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A. AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT CAROL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01615900

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission KVH Architects, P.A., as Architect/Engineer of Record Sheltered Market \u2013 Small Business Enterprises for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Carol City Middle School, located at 3737 N.W. 188 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida 33055, Project Number 01615900 as follows:

    1. A lump sum fee of $177,250 for A/E Basic Services; and
    2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

     

    F-27 COMMISSION OF M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT CAROL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01615900

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.A.C. Construction, Inc., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm, (Sheltered Market \u2013 Small Business Enterprises) for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Carol City Middle School, located at 3737 N.W. 188 Street, Miami Gardens, Florida 33055, Project Number 01615900, as follows:

    1. Lump sum fee of $22,650 for CMR Pre-Construction Services; and
    2. The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

     

    F-28 AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (PMSS) AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., FOR THIRTY-ONE (31) MONTHS, AND CORRECT THE AGREEMENT SCRIVENER’S ERROR, AS AMENDED

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize a renewal to the Program Management Support Services Agreement with WSP USA Inc., for thirty-one (31) months, and correction of the Agreement scrivener’s error, as amended.

     

    F-29 COMMISSION OF ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & NEW P.E. SHELTER AT LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 01529100

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Alleguez Architecture, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations & New P.E. Shelter at Leisure City K-8 Center, located at 14950 S.W. 288 Street, Miami, Florida 33033, Project Number 01529100, as follows:

    1. A lump sum fee of $368,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
    2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

     

    F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

    B-1. Change Order No. 3 on Project No. 01509200, General Obligation Bond Funded ESE Building Addition (Phase 1), Citrus Grove Elementary School for an additional cost of $25,630.49.

    B-2. Final Change Order, Change Order No. 1 on Project No. 01433000, General Obligation Bond Funded Renovation Project, Coconut Grove Elementary School for a credit of $33,383.57.

     

    F-41 AWARD TO H.A. CONTRACTING CORP., THE NEW SCHOOL FACILITY (GRADES 6-8) AND WORKFORCE HOUSING (BRICKELL AREA); PROJECT NUMBER 01777200 (REVISED)

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award the Guaranteed Maximum Price to GEC Associates, Inc, for the General Obligation Bond funded renovations and repairs project at Pinecrest Elementary School; Project Number 01530100; in the amount of $2,865,479, which includes owner’s contingency in the amount of $110,000.

     

    F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for two (2) new applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.

     


    G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

    G-1 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. SHAVONNE L. ANDERSON DOAH Case No. 19-3616TTS

    RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida adopt the Recommended Order of the Administrative Law Judge in its entirety as its Final Order in the case of Miami-Dade County, School Board v. Shavonne L. Anderson, DOAH Case No. 19-3616TTS, terminating Respondent’s employment with the School Board.

     


    H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

     

    H-3 ENDORSEMENT OF JANUARY AS HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH (Revised)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse January 2020 as National Slavery and Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools and support the related efforts of the Division of Student Services and Police Department.

     

    H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2020 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2020 as Arts in Our Schools Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

     

    H-6 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD PROMOTE MARCH 2020 AS FLORIDA BIKE MONTH, ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN THE NATIONAL BIKE TO SCHOOL DAY FESTIVITIES, AND RECOGNIZE THE BIKESAFE PROGRAM (Revised)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, promote March 2020 as Florida Bike Month, encourage participation in the National Bike to School Day festivities, and recognize the BikeSafe Program for its efforts in improving bicycle safety at middle schools.

     

    H-8 SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5200, ATTENDANCE (Revised)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

    1. gather feedback from student leaders, teachers, parent representatives, school site administrators, district personnel, and the School Board Attorney for the purpose of informing and identifying best practices and protocols for administrators to utilize when vetting any and all related requests pertaining to the section entitled ‘reasonable excuses for time missed at school’ under Policy 5200 Attendance;
    2. develop and ensure guidelines include best practices and protocols addressing principal, student and parent/guardian roles and responsibilities relative to excused absence requests made under Policy 5200, ‘reasonable excuses for time missed at school’, e.g. requirement of parent/guardian permission, follow-up student assignments, and confirmation of aligned learning goals and standards to the event/activity; and
    3. provide follow up to the Board and/or recommendations no later than the April 2020 School Board meeting.

     

    H-9 SCHOOL BOARD CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE MIAMI-DADE VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD

    ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN:That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm the Chair’s appointments and elect: (i) Ms. Lubby Navarro to represent the School Board on the Value Adjustment Board; and (ii) Ms. Maria Teresa Rojas as the alternate representative of the School Board on the Value Adjustment Board; and (iii) Mr. Hani M. Jardack as the School Board’s citizen member on the Value Adjustment Board.

     

    H-10 CLEAN AND BE SEEN: THE CONNECTION BETWEEN HYGIENE AND ATTENDANCE (Revised)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

    1. Explore through a partnership, donation or grant the possibility of installing laundry appliances at pilot school and/or off-campus sites where chronic absenteeism persists;
    2. Review current processes for implementation and management of existing programs around the country where laundry appliances are installed;
    3. Analyze data on absenteeism prior to the installation of such machines to that of attendance rates after installation;
    4. Following a review of data and implementation procedures, determine whether a limited number of sites should experiment in this effort to lower chronic absenteeism; and
    5. Provide a response by the September 2020 School Board meeting.

     

    H-11 VIRTUAL REALITY AND COMBATING BULLYING AND OTHER BEHAVIORS THAT PLACE STUDENTS AT RISK (Revised)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

    1. Explore effective virtual reality curriculum options that are designed to reduce bullying, and determine whether implementation of such options is beneficial in our District;
    2. Research whether effective virtual reality curriculum is available in combating sexual abuse and molestation, internet solicitation, and human trafficking, and determine the viability of introducing virtual reality programs in our schools; and
    3. Provide a response by the June 2020 School Board meeting.

     

    H-12 PROVIDE RELIEF EFFORTS FOR PUERTO RICO (Revised Good Cause)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to:

    1. provide relief efforts for Puerto Rico by donating school supplies, surplus classroom chairs and/or any school furniture, as may be available; and
    2. coordinate transport of donations, as may be available, with identified willing agencies, at no cost to the District.

     

    H-13 STUDENT-ATHLETE MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS INITIATIVES (Revised Good Cause)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to explore mental health issues specific to M-DCPS student-athletes, by:

    1. customizing mental health awareness campaigns to student-athletes;
    2. organizing forums or events with participation from community partners to discuss salient issues and available resources;
    3. developing a taskforce with participation from community stakeholders, such as mental health professionals, educators and athletic directors and/or obtaining responses to a survey regarding student-athlete mental health from coaches and athletic directors;
    4. providing mental health awareness training for student-athletes’ coaches, athletic directors and families that identify risk factors and signs associated with mental illness; and
    5. establishing mentorship programs, and report back to the Board at the February 12, 2020 School Board Meeting.


    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


    I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


    I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

     

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    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    FEBRUARY 12, 2020 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
    but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


    (*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

    PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2020.

    Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

    * The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

    Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


    11:00 A. M.


    CALL TO ORDER


    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE


    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

     

    B-3 SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2020 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS

    ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize and congratulate the winners of the 2020 WalkSafe Statewide Poster Contest.


    B-4 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MRS. PHYLLIS L. COHEN

    ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mrs. Phyllis L. Cohen.


    B-5 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CITY YEAR MIAMI\u2019S MARTIN LUTHER KING JR DAY OF SERVICE (Withdrawn)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-009 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing City Year Miami\u2019s Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.


    B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-006 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2020 WILSON SCHOLARS

    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-006 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the 5000 Role Models of Excellence Project Class of 2020 Wilson Scholars.


    B-7 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-010 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HONORABLE ORLANDO PRESCOTT, CHIEF JUDGE OF JUVENILE DIVISION OF THE ELEVENTH CIRCUIT COURT (Replaced)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-010 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Honorable Orlando Prescott, Chief Judge of Juvenile Division of the Eleventh Circuit Court.


    B-8 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-008 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. MONTY TRAINER (Replaced)

    ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-008 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Mr. Monty Trainer for his years of dedicated service and commitment to the community and arts.

     

    SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

     

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE

    • Miami Norland Senior High School Viking Freedom Writers

    AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: January 7, 9, 14, and 16, 2020

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: January 15, 2020 Regular School Board Meeting


    B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    - Board Member Announcements *

    - Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



    A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


    C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


    D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


    E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


    F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


    G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


    H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    - Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    - Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


    I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    - Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.
    THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.



    A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

    • Magnet Schools of America 2020 National Magnet Merit Awards

     

    B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    - Board Member Announcements *

    - Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



    C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

     

    D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

    D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1128 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from December 13, 2019 through January 16, 2020.

     

    D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (Revised)

    RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the recommendations for:

      1. establish and classify Safety & Environmental Inspector, DCSAA, paygrade 39, Division of Safety & Emergency Management.
      2. update the minimum qualifications to Executive Director, A/E Selection, MEP paygrade 22, Office of Governmental Affairs & Land Use.
      3. appointments and lateral transfers to be effective February 13, 2020, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

      D-22 RATIFICATION OF THE 2019-2020 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE (Good Cause)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2019-2020 Tentative Agreement Reopener Contract with FOP effective July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2021


      D-55 RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (Revised 2)

      RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding, if requested.

      1. Martha Sherill: suspension without pay from her position as School Bus Driver at North Transportation Center, for five (5) calendar days, effective February 13, 2020, for just cause, including, but not limited to: violation of School Board Policies 4210, Standards of Ethical Conduct; 4210.01, Code of Ethics; 4213, Student Supervision and Welfare; and 8600, Transportation. This action is taken in accordance with Sections 1001.32(2), 1012.22(1)(f), and 447.209, Florida Statutes; and Articles II and XI of the Contract between the Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

      D-67 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR:

      ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2020-2021 WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 24, 2020

      ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2020-2021, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 24, 2020

      JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2020-2021, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 6, 2020

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve:

      1. he Elementary and Secondary School Calendar \u2013 2020-2021, with a start date of August 24, 2020;
      2. the Adult/Vocational Education School Calendar \u2013 2020-2021, with a start date of August 24, 2020; and
      3. the Juvenile Justice Education School Calendar \u2013 2020-2021, with a start date of July 6, 2020.

       

      E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

      E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2019

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending December 2019.

       

      E-2 NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2019

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Non-Expendable Personal Property Inventory Deletions and Recoveries Report containing 1,519 deletions with a depreciated cost of $329,083 and 4 recoveries with a depreciated cost of $5,855 to update the records for October, November and December 2019.

       

      E-14 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2019-20 General Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues, appropriations and reserves by $19,436,947; and
      2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 6 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 11 of the agenda item).

      E-15 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2019-20 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review, accepting donations, increasing revenues, appropriations, and reserves by $2,199,912 and documenting estimated changes in object codes, as described above and summarized on page 5 of the agenda item.
      2. authorize changes to the Five-Year Facilities Work Program which result from Resolution No.1, FY 2019-20 Capital Outlay Funds Mid-Year Budget Review.

      E-16 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS MID-Year BUDGET REVIEW

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 1, FY 2019-20 Debt Service Funds Mid-Year Budget Review increasing (1) revenue, other financing sources, and fund balance from prior year, and (2) appropriations, other financing uses, and year end fund balance by the amount of $115,746,829.

       

      E-17 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2019-20 Special Revenue Funds - Other Federal Programs (Contracted Programs) Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, increasing revenues and appropriations by $37,867,573 and
      2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 2 of the agenda item) and the Summary of Appropriations by Function (page 4 of the agenda item).

       

      E-18 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1. adopt Resolution No. 1, FY 2019-20 Internal Service Fund Mid-Year Budget Review, decreasing revenues net position and expenses by $1,302,000; and
      2. adopt the Summary of Revenues and Appropriations (page 3 of the agenda item).

       

      E-35 ANNUAL SUMMARY OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE; REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE; AND AMEND THE RESTATEMENT OF PURPOSE, SCOPE, STRUCTURE, AND SELECTION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the Annual Summary of the activities of the Treasury Advisory Committee for 2019 (Attachment A of the agenda item); accept the reappoint of members to the Treasury Advisory Committee; amend the Statement of Purpose, Scope, Structure, and Selection for the School Board Treasury Advisory Committee (Attachment B of the agenda item).

       

      E-66 RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1. authorize staff to enter into negotiations through its broker and secure and bind $250M in coverage limits, with annual premiums for all property insurance premiums and associated fees not to exceed $20M, excluding 2019-2020 MYSIP NCB reimbursements/premium credits and state required surcharges and assessments, effective May 1, 2020 with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District’s property insurance budget, with a full report including confirmation of coverages, carriers, deductibles, costs and terms to be submitted to the Board its meeting of May 20, 2020;
      2. authorize staff to secure and bind terrorism coverage, through its broker in the amount of $50M property damage $10M bodily injury, effective May 1, 2020 with an annual premium not to exceed $100,000, including state fees, with payment of such coverage to be funded from the District’s property insurance budget; and
      3. authorize the renewal of flood insurance at the same terms, limits and conditions as the current NFIP, with a budget not to exceed $2.1M effective for the 12-month period of May 1, 2020 to April 30, 2021.

       

      E-67 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO APPOINT ONE REPRESENTATIVE FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD 401(K) ADVISORY COUNCIL

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, appoint Ms. Oria Lacayo, Fiscal Supervisor, as one of the two official representatives of the Board to serve on the Vista Management Company 401(k) Advisory Council, and authorize the Superintendent of Schools to execute the included agreement on behalf of the Board, indemnifying Ms. Oria Lacayo from personal liability while serving as one of the Board’s duly authorized representatives on the Vista Management Company 401(k) Advisory Council.


      E-68 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH TSA CONSULTING GROUP, INC. TO PROVIDE PLAN ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR THE DISTRICT’S TAX SHELTERED ANNUITY IRC 403(b) PROGRAMS

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to renew the contract with TSA Consulting Group, Inc. (TSACG), through the existing contract with Orange County Public Schools until such time the District can directly contract negotiated fees, terms and conditions listed in the item.

       

      E-86 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Selected Schools/Centers.

       

      E-87 REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 31 OF 134 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Review of Audited Financial Statements for 31 of 134 Charter Schools Operating During the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2019.

       

      E-88 INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT’S GOB EXPENDITURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2018-19 AND FOLLOW-UP ON THE EXTERNAL MIDPOINT AUDIT (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Internal Audit Report \u2013 Audit of the District’s GOB Expenditures for Fiscal Year 2018-19 and Follow-up on the External Midpoint Audit.

       

      E-89 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Audited Financial Statements of the Foundation for New Education Initiatives, Inc. and Independent Auditor’s Report for the Year Ended June 30, 2019.

       

      E-90 SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORT OF INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS\u2014OPERATION OF WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Special-Purpose Financial Statements and Report of Independent Certified Public Accountants\u2014Operation Of WLRN Television and Radio Stations for Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2019.

       

      E-141 REPORT OF SCHOOL BOARD AUCTIONS

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the report from December 2019.

       

      E-142 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-080-MJ \u2013 GREASE TRAP, SEPTIC TANK & STORM DRAINAGE PUMP-OUT & REPAIR SERVICES

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, reject Invitation To Bid No. ITB-18-080-MJ \u2013 Grease Trap, Septic Tank & Storm Drainage Pump-Out & Repair Services, to permit rebidding.

       

      E-144 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-041-MJ \u2013 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SERVICES AND SPECIALIZED REPAIRS FOR SCHOOL BOARD VEHICLES (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-041-MJ \u2013 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SERVICES AND SPECIALIZED REPAIRS FOR SCHOOL BOARD VEHICLES, a contract, at firm service charges, with vendors that will provide automotive repair and specialized repair services for the Department of Transportation for Miami-Dade County Public Schools, with an initial effective date of February 12, 2020 through February 11, 2023, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidder, be extended for two (2) additional one (1) year extension periods thereto, as follows:

        SINGLE DISTRICT PRICING

        Category A - Automotive, Truck and Bus Repair Service

        A. Cars, Light Trucks, Vans and SUV’s

        PRIMARY

        R & J AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE, INC. MBE/MWBE
        10375 SW 187TH STREET
        MIAMI, FL 33157
        OWNER/OFFICER: JOSE A. IRAZABAL, PRESIDENT
        HISPANIC-AMERICAN

        Labor rate @ $50.00 for cars and $60.00 for trucks per hour
        Discount Parts @ 0%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 0%

        ALTERNATE

        SMUTNY AND ROSS TRANSMISSION AND MBE
        BODY SPECIALISTS, INC.
        9970 BANYAN STREET
        PERRINE, FL 33157

        Labor rate @ $75.00 per hour
        Discount Parts @ 10%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 10%

        B. Trucks and Buses (Medium & Heavy Duty)

        PRIMARY

        SMUTNY AND ROSS TRANSMISSION AND MBE
        BODY SPECIALISTS, INC.
        9970 BANYAN STREET
        PERRINE, FL 33157
        OWNER/OFFICER: STEVE SMUTNY, PRESIDENT

        Labor rate @ $75.00 per hour
        Discount Parts @ 10%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 10%

        ALTERNATE

        BEACON AUTOCARE, INC. SBE/MWBE
        8701 NW 13TH TERRACE
        MIAMI, FL 33172
        OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID PEREZ, PRESIDENT
        HISPANIC AMERICAN

        Labor rate @ $79.00 per hour
        Discount Parts @ 15%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 15%

        Category B \u2013 Specialized Repairs

        PRIMARY

        BEACON AUTOCARE, INC. SBE/MWBE
        8701 NW 13TH TERRACE
        MIAMI, FL 33172
        OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID PEREZ, PRESIDENT
        HISPANIC AMERICAN

        Labor rate @ $79.00 per hour
        Discount Parts @ 15%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 15%

        ALTERNATE

        ECO-TECH FLEET SERVICES LLC MBE/MWBE
        3601 NW 55TH STREET
        UNIT 106
        MIAMI, FL 33142
        OWNER/OFFICER: ROBERTO M GUARAGNA,
        MANAGER
        HISPANIC AMERICAN

        Labor rate @ $95.00 per hour
        Discount Parts @ 10%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 10%

        Category C \u2013 Glass Replacement

        BEACON AUTOCARE, INC. SBE/MWBE
        8701 NW 13TH TERRACE
        MIAMI, FL 33172
        OWNER/OFFICER: DAVID PEREZ, PRESIDENT
        HISPANIC AMERICAN

        Labor rate @ $79.00 per hour
        Discount Parts @ 15%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 15%

        Category D \u2013 Specialized Radiator Repair

        A B C RADIATOR & AIR, INC. MBE
        13007 NE 14TH AVE
        NORTH MIAMI. FL 33161
        OWNER/OFFICER: JOHN CHURCHILL, PRESIDENT

        Labor rate @ $88.00 per hour
        Discount Parts @ 15%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 40%

        Category E \u2013 On-site School Bus Air-Conditioning Repairs

        ELIO’S AUTO ELECTRIC, INC. MBE/MWBE
        3251 NW 28TH STREET
        MIAMI, FL 33142
        OWNER/OFFICER: JESUS AVILA, PRESIDENT
        HISPANIC AMERICAN

        Labor rate @ $65.00 per hour
        Discount Parts @ 30%
        Mark-Up on Parts @ 0%

      2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $1,800,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $600,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period. Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown in the agenda item will be expended.

       

      E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/ DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

      1. accept four grant awards and one donation from:
        1. Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) for funding under the Radio Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $694,330, for the grant period of October 1, 2019, through September 30, 2021;
        2. Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) for funding under the Television Community Service Grant, in the approximate amount of $563,437, for the grant period of October 1, 2019, through September 30, 2021;
        3. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design and Implementation \u2013 Don Soffer Aventura High School formerly Aventura Charter High School, in the approximate amount of $452,727, for the grant period of August 2, 2019, through September 30, 2020;
        4. Local Initiatives Support Corporation for funding under the National Football League Foundation Grassroots Program, in the approximate amount of $250,000, for the grant period of March 17, 2020, through August 31, 2021; and
        5. Digital Promise Global for funding under Verizon Innovative Learning Schools, in the approximate amount of $288,000, and for in-kind equipment and services valued at 7,200,000, for the grant period of April 1, 2020, through July 30, 2022.
      2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;
      3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
      4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
      5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
      6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
      7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds, and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

       

      F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

       

      F-1

      A) THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG KGTC LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 163-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED IN THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

      B) THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

      RECOMMENDED:

      A) That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

      1. execute A Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement by and among KGTC LLC, A Florida Limited Liability Company (The “Applicant”), The School Board, and City of Miami Beach, in connection with a new 163-Unit residential development located at 7125, 7135 And 7145 Carlyle Avenue; 7100, 7108, 7118, 7134 And 7144 Byron Avenue; and 527 71 Street, Miami Beach, Florida, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement For Public School Facility Planning In Miami-Dade County;
      2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
      3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

      B) That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the School Board Attorney to execute the waiver of conflict letter from Greenberg Traurig, which firm is serving solely as counsel for the Applicant in this transaction.

       

      F-2 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG LUMARIS LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF FLORIDA CITY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 10-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 199 REDLAND ROAD, FLORIDA CITY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

      1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among Lumaris, LLC, a Florida Limited Liability Company (“Applicant”), the School Board, and City of Florida City, in connection with a new 10-unit residential development located at 199 Redland Road, Florida City, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;
      2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
      3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

      F-26 COMMISSION OF ZYSCOVICH, INC. AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR FULL A/E SERVICES FOR NEW SCHOOL FACILITY GRADES 6-8 AND WORKFORCE HOUSING (BRICKELL AREA), PROJECT NUMBER 01777200

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Zyscovich, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for New School Facility - Grades 6-8 and Workforce Housing (Brickell Area), located at the northeast corner of the intersection of SW 3 Avenue and SW 10 Street, Miami, Florida 33130, Project Number 01777200, as follows:

      1. a lump sum fee of $1,425,000 for A/E Basic Services; and
      2. supporting services and fees, project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

      F-27 COMMISSION OF C.A.P. GOVERNMENT, INC., TO PROVIDE BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT (BCC) DOCUMENT REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR FOUR YEARS WITH EXTENSIONS AT THE OPTION OF THE BOARD (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission C.A.P. Government, Inc., to provide Building Code Consultant document review and inspection services for four years with extensions at the option of the Board, as follows:

      1. Compensation as negotiated and set out in Exhibit “A”, Fee Schedule; Exhibit “B”, Payment Intervals; and miscellaneous flat fees and hourly rates as shown in the body of the agenda item;
      2. Terms and conditions as set forth in the body of the agenda item, and in the Agreement; and
      3. The firm agrees to commence services upon commissioning by the Board.

      F-28 COMMISSION OF M.C. HARRY & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01433200

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record (A/E) for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Coral Gables Senior High School, located at 450 Bird Road, Coral Gables, Florida 33146, Project Number 01433200, as follows:

      1. A lump sum fee of $775,000 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
      2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

      F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

      B-1. Change Order No. 7 on Project No. 01509506, General Obligation Bond funded, pull out to expedite black box theatre, PE & dining shelter, parking, Norland Middle School for an additional cost of $6,808.23.

      B-2. Change Order No. 7 on Project No. 01439400, General Obligation Bond funded addition, Ruth K Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center for an additional cost of $29,885.59.


      F-41 AWARD TO CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., THE NEW ADDITION PROJECT AT CARIBBEAN K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01777100

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Campus Construction Group, Inc., the new addition project at Caribbean K-8 Center; Project Number 01777100; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $2,540,435.38.


      F-42 AWARD TO MEXAL CORPORATION, THE NEW ADDITION PROJECT AT MYRTLE GROVE K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01883000

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Mexal Corporation, the new addition project at Myrtle Grove K-8 Center; Project Number 01883000; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $2,057,350.26.


      F-43 AWARD TO CAMPUS CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT NORTH COUNTY K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01618000

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Campus Construction Group, Inc., the General Obligation Bond funded renovations project at North County K-8 Center; Project Number 01618000; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $2,862,556.48.


      F-44 AWARD TO D2 CONSTRUCTION, INC., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED BUS DROP OFF PROJECT AT GULFSTREAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01442702

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to D2 Construction, Inc., the General Obligation Bond funded bus drop off project, Gulfstream Elementary School; Project Number 01442702; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $1,028,783.42.

       


      G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

      G-1 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 8462, STUDENT ABUSE AND NEGLECT; 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM; 5320, IMMUNIZATION; 5330, USE OF MEDICATIONS; 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS; AND 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS AND CONTROLLED OPEN ENROLLMENT (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board policies 8462, Student Abuse and Neglect; 2410, School Health Services Program; 5320, Immunization; 5330, Use of Medications; 5112, Entrance Requirements; and 5131, Student Transfers and Controlled Open Enrollment.


      G-2 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2421, K-12 CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM; 2450, ADULT, POST-SECONDARY CAREER TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION; 5350, STUDENT SUICIDE PREVENTION; AND 5451, STUDENT RECOGNITION (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 2421, K-12 Career-Technical Education Program; 2450, Adult, Post-Secondary Career Technical and Community Education;5350, Student Suicide Prevention; and5451, Student Recognition.


      G-3 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1242, 3242, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT; 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL; AND 8141, MANDATORY REPORTING OF MISCONDUCT BY CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEES

      RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 1242, 3242, Professional Development; 3120, Employment of Instructional Personnel; and 8141, Mandatory Reporting of Misconduct by Certificated Employees.


      G-4 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 6233, DISTRICT BUDGETS; 6605, CROWDFUNDING; 6830, AUDIT; AND 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS

      RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 6233, District Budgets; 6605, Crowdfunding; 6830, Audit; and 6835, Office of Management and Compliance Audits.


      G-5 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 8660, TRANSPORTING STUDENTS BY PRIVATE VEHICLES; 8500, FOOD SERVICES; 9211, PARENT ORGANIZATIONS, BOOSTER CLUBS AND OTHER FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES, 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS; AND TO PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 7440.01, VIDEO SURVEILLANCE AND ELECTRONIC MONITORING, AND REPEAL 8711, SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Policies 8660, Transporting Students by Private Vehicles; 8500, Food Services; 9211, Parent Organizations, Booster Clubs, and Other Fund-Raising Activities; 9800, Charter Schools; and to promulgate new Policy 7440.01, Video Surveillance and Electronic Monitoring, and repeal Policy 8711, Surveillance Systems.


      G-6 INITIAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAWS 0100, DEFINITIONS; 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS; AND POLICY 5540, INVESTIGATIONS INVOLVING STUDENTS (Revised 2)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to amend Board Bylaws 0100, Definitions; 0165, Public Meetings; and Policy 5540, Investigations Involving Students.


      H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      Proposed Board Member Initiatives

       

      H-3 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MARCH 2020 AS SOCIAL WORK MONTH AND THE WEEK OF MARCH 1-7, 2020 AS SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the month of March 2020 as Social Work Month and the week of March 1-7, 2020 as School Social Work Week in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.


      H-4 ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2, 2020 AS READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2, 2020, as Read Across America Day.


      H-5 CIVICS EDUCATION (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request the Superintendent conduct an assessment of the current civics curriculum offered at District high schools, with a special focus on the relevant course offerings and curriculum available to junior and senior high school students in light of the civics education component of Executive Order 19-32 and the possible implementation of a new comprehensive civics test for senior high school students, and to report back to the Board no later than March 9, 2020.


      H-6 SCHOOL BOARD JOIN IN PROMOTING APRIL 22, 2020 AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in promoting April 22, 2020 as Earth Day and authorize the Superintendent to encourage all Miami-Dade County Public Schools to participate in this celebration.


      H-7 2020 LEGISLATIVE SESSION-SENATE BILL 7040 (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to provide the Board with a comprehensive review of Senate Bill 7040 after the 2020 legislative session ends, by April 17, 2020, including how the proposed changes may affect School Operations, Financial Services, School Police, Board policies, and any other pertinent issues incorporated in the bill.


      H-8 FHSAA REVENUE SHARING (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,direct the Superintendent to:

      1. review, in consultation with the Chief Auditor, the financial costs of schools’ participation in postseason competition and/or state championship series events, the revenue received from the FHSAA for participating in such events, and resulting deficits, that may result to a school for said participation;
      2. communicate with the FHSAA to explore and request verification from the Chief Auditor, where needed, a review of the existing revenue sharing criteria with district schools to address such deficits, where they may result due to a school’s participation;
      3. determine, in consultation with the School Board Attorney if there are additional, unrealized revenue streams available to the District and its schools, specifically, where stipulated in Policy 9701;
      1. make recommendations to the Board, where appropriate, on any changes to policy, participation, and/or 2020 legislative platform to ameliorate any and all financial deficits and/or inequities that may result in a school’s participation in postseason competition and/or state championship series events; and
      2. provide an update to the Board at the Personnel, Student, School & Community Support Committee Meeting of May 13, 2020.

       

      H-9 LIVE LIKE BELLA SUPERHERO 5K RUN/WALK ON SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2020 AT ZOO MIAMI

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LUBBY NAVARRO: That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the Live Like Bella Foundation Superhero 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, February 22, 2020, at Zoo Miami.


      H-12 SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2330, HOMEWORK (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to review School Board Policy 2330, Homework, and recommend appropriate revisions, if any, to address continued concerns of excessive homework for students in Kindergarten through Eighth grade and report back to the Board by the May 20, 2020 School Board Meeting.


      H-13 SCHEDULING OF A SCHOOL BOARD WORKSHOP TO CONSIDER THE DEVELOPMENT OR THE UPDATE OF PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF THOSE EMPLOYEES WHO REPORT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD IN THE EVENT OF A VACANCY (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

      1. schedule a workshop by May 1, 2020, to discuss succession management, current Board policies, and the potential development of procedures for the selection of those employees who report to the Board;
      2. request that the School Board Attorney and appropriate staff, as identified by the Superintendent of Schools, provide a presentation at the workshop on current and past selection practices, as well as current government agencies standards, and cost estimates related to possible search scenarios for consideration;
      3. request that the Chief Auditor, in consultation with the Audit and Budget Advisory Committee, review Board Policy 6840 and that the Inspector General review Board Policy 0157 and present their recommendations, if any, at the Board workshop;
      4. request that the School Board Attorney present at the Board workshop any legal issues or concerns that the Board needs to be aware of related to current Board policies and/or procedures which may be developed, to ensure compliance with Florida Statute 1001.50; and
      5. based on the consensus of the Board as a result of the workshop, ascertain if the Board wishes to have additional workshops or determine if recommendations for next steps may be brought back to the Board for consideration.

      H-14 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2020 AS NATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH\u00ae AND MARCH 2-6, 2020 AS NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised 2)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 2020 as National Nutrition Month\u00ae and March 2-6, 2012, as National School Breakfast Week.


      H-15 PROTOCOL (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, request that the Superintendent explore the possibility of appointing a staff member to be the designated person in charge of ensuring that proper protocol is followed at all formal school and District events, particularly when Board Members and distinguished guests are in attendance, and to report back to the Board no later than April 20, 2020.


      H-16 EXPLORATION OF PARTNERSHIPS WITH THE EQUITY ASSISTANCE CENTER (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

      1. review M-DCPS’s relationship, where exists, with IDRA EAC-South and explore and/or expand, where feasible, a partnership to provide where eligible, no-cost support and access to U.S. born children with limited English, as well as foreign-born students and their families within the District; and
      2. provide an update to the Board no later than April 29, 2020.

       

      H-17 FEBRUARY 2020 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize February 2020 as National Black History Month and join in promoting National Black History Month in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

       

      H-18 CORONAVIRUS PROTOCOLS AND ACTION PLAN (Revised Good Cause)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: Than The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to have a thorough plan in place to address MDCPS protocols related to coronavirus

       

      H-19 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN HONORING HIALEAH GARDENS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER MS. VANESSA M. VALLE FOR BEING NAMED THE 2021 FRANCISCO R. WALKER TEACHER OF THE YEAR (Good Cause)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in honoring Hialeah Gardens Senior High School teacher Ms. Vanessa M. Valle for being named the 2021 Francisco R. Walker Teacher of the Year.

       

      H-20 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY RECOGNIZE KALYN LEE FOR BEING NAMED 2020 FRANCISCO R. WALKER ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR (Good Cause)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize Kalyn Lee for being named the 2020 Francisco R. Walker Rookie Teacher of the Year.


      Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


      I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


      I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

      Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

       

      ADJOURNMENT
      02.12.20

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      MARCH 11, 2020 PUBLIC HEARING 10:00 A.M.
      ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
      SBAB AUDITORIUM

      PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK AT THE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE CONSIDERATION OF THE ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR 2020-2021 should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 12:00 NOON, TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2020.

      Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

      The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

      The published agenda is available for review on the Internet at: [http://www.dadeschools.net].

       

      10:00 A.M.

      CALL TO ORDER

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

      PUBLIC HEARING ON ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

      AGENDA ITEMS

      SP-1 PUBLIC HEARING: ADOPTION OF DISTRICT-WIDE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive public comment on the proposed instructional materials adoption in accordance with Florida Law and Board Policy.

       

      ADJOURNMENT


      03.04.20

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      AGENDA SECTIONS



      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

      MARCH 18, 2020 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 11:00 A. M.
      REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

      (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
      but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


      (*Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

      PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 16, 2020.

      Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

      * The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

      Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing. The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

      Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair. Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

      The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.


      11:00 A. M.


      CALL TO ORDER


      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE


      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION


      Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

      The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.

       

      B-3 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ASHLEY C. R. VANGATES, 2021 CENTRAL REGION TEACHER OF THE YEAR (Revised)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-012 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Ms. Ashley C. R. Vangates, 2021 Central Region Teacher of the Year.

       

      B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING EDUARDO CORA (Replaced)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-015 of the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida recognizing Eduardo Cora.

       

      B-5 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE APRIL 19 THROUGH 26, 2020, INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, APRIL 21, 2020, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Replaced)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-017 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing the Days of Remembrance of the Victims of the Holocaust to be April 19 through April 26, 2020 including the Day of Remembrance known as Yom Hashoah, April 21, 2020, to be observed in all of Miami-Dade County’s public schools.

       

      B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROCLAIMING APRIL 2020 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

      ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-011 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, proclaiming April 2020 as Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.


      B-7 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI SOUTHRIDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ESPN SPECIAL OLYMPICS UNIFIED CHAMPION AWARD

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-016 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing The Miami Southridge Senior High School for being the recipient of the ESPN Special Olympics Unified Champion Award


      B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MARILYN HOLIFIELD, ESQ. (Replaced)

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-014 of The School Board of MiamiDade County, Florida, recognizing Marilyn Holifield, Esq.

       

      B-9 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SOUTHWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL DANCE MAGNET PROGRAM’S NATIONAL DANCE TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP PERFORMANCES

      ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution No. 20-013 of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognizing Southwood Middle School Dance Magnet Program’s 2020 National Dance Team Championship “white jacket” status, taking home first place in the Junior High Jazz Division and second place in the Junior High Hip-Hop Division.

       

      SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

       

      STUDENT PERFORMANCE

      • Young Men's Preparatory Academy Jazz Combo

      AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

      DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

      CONSENT AGENDA

      APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: January 30, 2020

      APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: February 12, 2020 Regular School Board Meeting


      B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      - Board Member Announcements *

      - Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)


      (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

      SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)


      A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS



      A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

      (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)


      C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY


      D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT


      E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY


      F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION


      G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY


      H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      - Proposed Board Member Initiatives

      - Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


      I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      - Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)


      REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.
      THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M. THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.



      A. SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

      A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

       

      B. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      - Board Member Announcements *

      - Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

      (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)



      C. ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

      C-1 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADES 6-12 CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) AND GRADES 9-12 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) FOR THE 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR (Revised)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve and adopt recommended instructional materials for grades 6-12 Career and Technical Education (CTE) and grades 9-12 Advanced Placement (AP) for the 2020-2021 school year.

       

      D. PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

      D-20 REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the Personnel Action Listing 1129 for Instructional and Non-Instructional appointments, reassignments, leaves, separations, retirements and resignations from January 17, 2020 through February 13, 2020.

       

      D-21 REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

        1. Establish and classify and approve the salary range for the Internal Audit Supervisor, Contracted, Office of Management & Compliance Audits.
        2. Approve the recommendations for appointments and lateral transfers to be effective March 19, 2020, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, with the exception of the effective dates as noted throughout the item and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in this item.

        D-55 DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the Superintendent’s recommendation for:

        1. agreed upon disciplinary action; and
        2. disciplinary action, pending the outcome of an administrative hearing or grievance/arbitration proceeding

         

        D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

        1. Approve three charter school contract amendments with:
          1. Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., d/b/a Academy for International Education Charter School (MSID 5044), to modify the contract to reflect a 15-year term commencing July 1, 2015, and ending June 30, 2030;
          2. Miami-Dade Foundation for Educational Innovation, Inc., d/b/a Academy for International Education Upper School of Science and Technology (MSID 6093), to modify the contract to reflect a 15-year term commencing July 1, 2019, and ending June 30, 2034; and,
          3. Mater Academy, Inc., d/b/a Mater Virtual Academy Charter Middle High School (MSID 6997), to relocate the administrative office to Mater Academy Lakes High School located at 17300 NW 87 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida, 33015 (Folio No. 30-2009-001-0531), commencing March 19, 2020, and ending June 30, 2021.
        2. Approve a Reduction-in-Force/Layoff as needed, only to the extent described in this item as Total Initial Loss, in accordance with School Board Policies and applicable collective bargaining agreements

         

        E. INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

        E-1 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2020

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending January 2020.

         

        E-66 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6332, PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS FOR INSURANCE OR RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 6332 - Professional Services Contracts for Insurance or Risk Management Programs

         

        E-111 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXERCISE OPTION CLAUSE AND NEGOTIATE THE LEASE OF TWO MID-BAND CHANNELS OWNED BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

        Exercise the option clause in the 2008 Educational Broadband Service Long-Term Lease Agreement and negotiate the lease of two (2) mid-band channels with Sprint. At the conclusion of the negotiations, present to the Board, for approval under a separate Board Item a lease agreement between the School Board and Sprint for the mid-band channels.

         

        E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-009-CM \u2013 THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION (TPA) SERVICES FOR SELF FUNDED WORKERS’ COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY PROGRAM

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

        1. AWARD Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. the Third Party Administration (TPA) Services for The Self-Funded Workers’ Compensation and Liability Program contract, pursuant to Request For Proposal RFP# 19-009-CM effective July 1, 2020, for a five-year term subject to cancellation provisions which provide for the ability for the District to cancel the contract at any time, requiring only notification of cancellation, pending contract negotiations and execution; with the ability to renew for one two (2) year period at the following rates rate for each of the five fiscal years;

          2. GALLAGHER BASSETT SERVICES, INC.

          2850 GOLF ROAD

          ROLLING MEADOWS, IL 60008

          OWNER/OFFICER: SCOTT R. HUDSON, PRESIDENT

           

          SUBCONTRACTORS:

          CLAIMS INVESTIGATION AGENCY, INC. MBE

          7171 S.W. 24TH STREET, SUITE 205

          MIAMI, FL 33155

          OWNER/OFFICER: DONALD BLAIR, PRESIDENT

           

          EDUARDO E. NERET, P.A. MWBE

          2100 CORAL WAY, PENTHOUSE 706

          MIAMI, FL 33145

          OWNER/OFFICER: EDUARDO E. NERET, PRESIDENT

          HISPANIC AMERICAN OWNED

           

          ISABEL S. MARTINEZ, PL MBE/MWBE

          2655 LE JEUNE ROAD, SUITE 809

          CORAL GABLES, FL 33134

          OWNER/OFFICER: ISABEL S. MARTINEZ, MANAGER

          HISPANIC AMERICAN OWNED

           

          JURNEY & ASSOCIATES, INC. MBE

          782 NW 42ND AVE, SUITE 428

          MIAMI, FL 33126

          OWNER/OFFICER: MARTHA C. JURNEY, PRESIDENT

           

          MARTINEZ ROMAN, P.A. DBA MARTINEZ ROMAN GOEHL, P.A. SBE/MWBE

          8005 N.W. 155TH STREET, SUITE A

          MIAMI LAKES, FL 33016

          OWNER/OFFICER: CHARLIE MARTINEZ, PRESIDENT

          HISPANIC AMERICAN OWNED

           

          MIAMI-HIALEAH MEDICAL GROUP, INC.

          1025 EAST 25 TH. STREET

          HIALEAH, FL 33013

          OWNER/OFFICER: MONICA GRINBERG, PRESIDENT

           

          S.K.I., INC. SBE

          18191 NW 68TH AVENUE, SUITE 112

          MIAMI, FL 33015

          OWNER/OFFICER: WARREN GERSTEIN, PRESIDENT

           

          QUINLAN DISABILITY MANAGEMENT, INC. SBE/MWBE

          600 SANDTREE DRIVE, SUITE 210C

          PALM BEACH GARDENS, FL 33403

          OWNER/OFFICER: PATRICIA H. QUINLAN

          WOMAN OWNED

           

          WASSERMAN & THOMAS, P.A. MBE/MWBE

          15150 NW 79TH COURT, SUITE 195

          MIAMI LAKES, FL 33016

          OWNER/OFFICER: DAMIAN THOMAS, PRESIDENT

          AFRICAN AMERICAN OWNED

           

          SPEAKEASY/MEDIATION PROS

          1111 N WESTSHORE BLVD, SUITE 500

          TAMPA, FL 33607

          OWNER/OFFICER: KASEY L. KIMBROUGH, CEO

           

          TOTAL NETWORK RESOURCES, LLC

          2844 PROCTOR RD, SUITE 1

          SARASOTA, FL 34231

          OWNER/OFFICER: RHONA BOHAN, MANAGER

        2. AUTHORIZE the Superintendent of Schools to execute a contract with Gallagher Bassett Services, Inc. to provide Third Party Administration (TPA) Services for The Self-Funded Workers’ Compensation and Liability Program pursuant to the provisions of RFP#19-009-CM.

         

        E-142 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-025-CM - CHARTER MONITORING SYSTEM

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

         

        1. AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-025-CM \u2013 CHARTER MONITORING SYSTEM, to establish a contract for qualified firms and/or individuals for the development and implementation of charter school monitoring software system, initial effective date of commencing March 18, 2020 through March 17, 2023, and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, and the successful bidders, be extended for one (1) additional two (2) year period thereto, as follows:

          2. THE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION dba NATIONAL CHARTER SCHOOLS INSTITUTE dba EPICENTER

          711 W. PICKARD ST, SUITE M

          MT. PLEASANT, MI 48858

          OWNER/OFFICER: JAMES GOENNER, PRESIDENT

        2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase up to the total estimated amount of $360,000 for the initial contract term and an amount not to exceed $240,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended. Estimated amount are price ceilings pending contract negotiations.

         

        E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-021-HR \u2013 REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE; REPAIR, REPLACE, REFIT, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida

         

        1. AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-021-HR \u2013 REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, REPLACE, REFIT, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL, to establish a pre-approved vendor list for refrigeration equipment, components, incidental materials and repairs, as needed, for Miami-Dade County Public Schools. during the term of the bid, with an initial effective date of March 18, 2020 through March 17, 2021 and may, by mutual agreement between The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida and the successful bidder, be extended for an additional one (1) year extension period thereto, as follows:
          1. AIR CONTRACTING & REFRIGERATION, INC. MBE/ MWBE

            2. 10710 SW 125TH AVENUE

            MIAMI, FL 33186

            OWNER/OPERATOR: ALDO J. ROMEU, PRESIDENT

            HISPANIC AMERICAN

             

          2. PREMIER AIR CONDITIONING & REFRIGERATION, INC.

            3. 2165 WEST 10TH COURT SBE/ MWBE

            HIALEAH, FL 33010

            OWNER/OPERATOR: JOSE HERNANDEZ, PRESIDENT

            HISPANIC AMERICAN

             

          3. RESCUE REFRIGERATION AND AIR CONDITIONING CORP.

            4. 1561 EAST 9TH COURT MBE/MWBE

            HIALEAH, FL 33010

            OWNER/OPERATOR: SEVERO R. RODRIGUEZ, PRESIDENT

            HISPANIC AMERICAN

             

          4. TEMPTROL AIR CONDITIONING, INC. SBE/MWBE

            5. 7169 SW 42 TERRACE

            MIAMI, FL 33155

            OWNER/OPERATOR: RAYMOND LOPEZ, PRESIDENT

            HISPANIC AMERICAN

             

        2. AUTHORIZE Procurement Management Services to purchase, up to the total estimated amount of $2,000,000 for the initial contract term, and an amount not to exceed $2,000,000 for each subsequent one (1) year extension period(s). Board authorization of this recommendation does not mean the amount shown will be expended.

         

        E-145 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 8150, LOBBYISTS

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 8150, Lobbyists.

         

        E-146 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 6320, Purchasing.

         

        E-147 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320.05, VENDOR AND EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedures Act to amend School Board Policy 6320.05, Vendor and Employment Preferences.

         

        E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

        1. accept four grant awards and one donation from:
          1. University of South Florida for funding under the Multiagency Network for Students with Emotional/Behavioral Disabilities (SEDNET), in the approximate amount of $1,146,897, for the grant period of March 1, 2020, through August 30, 2020;
          2. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the Computer Science Certification program, in the approximate amount of $1,085,860, for the grant period of July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020;
          3. Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) for funding under the 2018-2021 Public Charter School Program (CSP) Planning, Program Design and Implementation \u2013 Academy for International Education Upper School for Science and Technology, in the approximate amount of $524,232, for the grant period of September 16, 2019, through September 30, 2020;
          4. George Mason University for funding under the Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Education Program, in the approximate amount of $86,375, and for in-kind services valued at $154,000, for the grant period of August 30, 2019, through August 29, 2024; and
          5. The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation and StubHub for in-kind support under the The Mr. Holland’s Opus Foundation Grant, in the approximate amount of $75,664, for the grant period of January 29, 2020, through June 4, 2020.
        2. enter into contractual service agreements with the agencies prescribed in the grant, with whom the School Board must contract, pursuant to Board Policy 6320 \u2013 Purchase Approval and Competitive; Bidding Process Requirements;
        3. extend these programs and contractual agreements as authorized through official notification from the granting agency in order to complete the goals of the program;
        4. retain funds from the grant in an amount not to exceed the annually negotiated indirect cost rate, as allowed and approved by the FLDOE;
        5. direct Financial Services to establish appropriations in the amount approved or as amended by the granting agency; such appropriations to be reported periodically to the Board;
        6. authorize travel out-of-state as required by the grant parameters; and
        7. eliminate any grant-funded position upon cessation of the grant funds and place the impacted employee(s) on the Personnel Action Listing of Instructional and Non-Instructional Appointments, Reassignments, Leaves and Separations for the relevant period.

         

        F. FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

         

        F-1 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG TERRA WEST MF INVESTMENTS, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 1369-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT LOCATED APPROXIMATELY AT NW 97 AVENUE AND NW 174 STREET, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, PROVIDING FOR MONETARY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION PURSUANT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR PUBLIC SCHOOL FACILITY PLANNING IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

        1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among Terra West MF Investments, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (the “Applicant”), the School Board, and Miami-Dade County, in connection with a new 1369-unit residential development located approximately at NW 97 Avenue and NW 174 Street, Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;
        2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
        3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

         

        F-2 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH DACRA DESIGN 4141, LLC, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF USE BY THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (“DASH”) OF LEASE SPACE LOCATED ADJACENT TO DASH AT 4141 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to finalize negotiations and execute an amendment to the lease agreement with Dacra Design 4141, LLC, to extend the term of use by the Design and Architecture Senior High School (“DASH”) of lease space located adjacent to DASH at 4141 N.E. 2 Avenue, Miami, Florida 33137, for the period of July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023, under, substantially, the terms and conditions noted in the agenda item.

         

        F-3 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE EXPANSION OF THE CURRENT COLLABORATION WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO INCLUDE THE RELATED URBAN DEVELOPMENT GROUP FOR PROVISION OF EXPANDED PARKING FACILITIES AT SOUTHSIDE K-8 CENTER ANNEX AND POTENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE FORMER J.R.E. LEE EDUCATION CENTER, LOCATED AT 6521 S.W. 62 AVENUE, SOUTH MIAMI

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

         

        1. Explore expansion of the current collaboration with Miami Dade County Public Housing and Community Development to include the Related Urban Development Group under which the Developer will:
          1. make available to the District on a long-term basis expanded parking facilities for the Southside K-8 Center Annex; and
          2. redevelop the J.R.E. Lee campus with new educational facilities, at no cost to the District and affordable and/or workforce housing, with preference for District employees.
        2. Collaborate with Developer and County on zoning, traffic and any required project submittals to other governmental entities; and
        3. Bring back all relevant agreements and any final recommendations for the Board’s consideration at a future meeting.

         

        F-4 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 444 BRICKELL PARTNERS, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 1400-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION (Revised)

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

        1. Authorize the Superintendent to:
          1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (“Agreement”) by and among 444 Brickell Partners, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, authorized to transact business in the State of Florida, as Trustee of the 444 Brickell Land Trust, under the provisions of the Land Trust Agreement, dated November 27, 2013 (the “Applicant”), the School Board, and the City of Miami, in connection with a new 1400-unit residential development located at 444 Brickell Avenue, City of Miami, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County; and execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and
          2. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.
        2. Authorize the School Board Attorney to execute the waiver of conflict letter from Greenberg Traurig, which firm is serving solely as counsel for the Applicant in this transaction.

         

        F-5 AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 27077 SFH LLC, THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 263-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

          1. execute a Public School Concurrency Proportionate Share Mitigation Development Agreement (\u201cAgreement\u201d) by and 27077 SFH LLC, a Florida limited liability company (the \u201cApplicant\u201d), the School Board, and the Miami-Dade County, in connection with a new 263-unit residential development located at SW 264 Street and SW 143 Avenue, Miami-Dade County, providing for monetary proportionate share mitigation pursuant to the Interlocal Agreement for Public School Facility Planning in Miami-Dade County;

          2. execute any other documentation that may be required to effectuate implementation of the Agreement; and

          3. grant or deny any approvals required under the Agreement, including, without limitation, issuance of Reports and Releases, and placing the Applicant in default, as may be applicable.

           

        F-26 COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT ERNEST R. GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY, PROJECT NUMBER 01528500

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Laura M. Perez & Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for Part 2 (Full A/E) Services for General Obligation Bond Funded Renovations at Ernest R. Graham K-8 Academy, located at 7330 West 32 Avenue, Hialeah, Florida 33018, Project Number 01528500, as follows:

        1. A lump sum fee of $400,500 for Part 2 Basic Services; and
        2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

         

        F-27 COMMISSION OF M.C. HARRY AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01613700

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission M.C. Harry and Associates, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Glades Middle School, located at 9451 S.W. 64 Street, Miami, Florida 33173, Project Number 01613700 as follows:

        1. A lump sum fee of $371,000 for A/E Basic Services; and
        2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

        F-28 COMMISSION OF LEGO CONSTRUCTION CO., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01613700

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Lego Construction Co., as the Construction Management at-Risk firm, for General Obligation Bond funded Renovations at Glades Middle School, located at 9451 S.W. 64 Street, Miami, Florida 33173, Project Number 01613700, as follows:

        1. Lump sum fee of $42,940 for CMR Pre-construction Services; and
        2. The project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

        F-29 COMMISSION OF FIRMS FOR GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) SERVICES FOR PART 1 - GEPC MASTER AGREEMENT AND REPRESENTATIVE SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT

        • TRANE U.S. INC. (MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL)
        • HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
        • AMERESCO, INC.

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission the following firms for Guaranteed Energy Performance Contract (GEPC) services for PART 1 - GEPC Master Agreement and Representative School assignment:

        • TRANE U.S. INC. (MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL)
        • HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
        • AMERESCO, INC.

        With all terms and conditions as set forth in the Master Agreement and the body of the agenda item.

         

        F-40 CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, confirm or approve:

        B-1. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 4 on Project Number 01509200, General Obligation Bond funded ESE building addition (Phase 1), Citrus Grove Elementary School for an additional cost of $5,252.50.

        B-2. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01433600, General Obligation Bond funded replacement/renovation Project, Gratigny Elementary School for a credit of $61,237.02.

        B-3. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01337800, General Obligation Bond funded remodeling/renovation Project, Hialeah Senior High School for a credit of $229,546.56 and a time extension of 155 days.

        B-4. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01326600, General Obligation Bond funded renovation project, Hialeah-Miami Lakes Senior High School for a credit of $37,645.14.

        B-5. Change Order Number 7 on Project Number 01543800, General Obligation Bond funded auditorium addition, Miami Arts Studio 6-12 at Zelda Glazer for a credit of $8,369.12.

        B-6. Change Order Number 8 on Project Number 01509506, General Obligation Bond funded, pull out to expedite black box theatre, PE & dining shelter, parking, Norland Middle School for an additional cost of $7,439.06.

        B-7. Change Order Number 8 on Project Number 01439400, General Obligation Bond funded addition, Ruth K Broad/Bay Harbor K-8 Center for an additional cost of $115,497.20.

        B-8. Change Order Number 1 on Project Number 01893000, General Obligation Bond funded classroom addition to replace portables, Shenandoah Middle School for an additional cost of $9,843.60.

        B-9. Final Change Order, Change Order Number 2 on Project Number 01339000, General Obligation Bond funded renovation project (Phase 1), Shenandoah Middle School for a time extension of 33 days.

         

        F-41 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01433100

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent or his designee to execute a Service Agreement, Easements, Conveyances, and any other Agreement as may be required between Miami-Dade County, Florida and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, for the construction of water and wastewater facilities to service the Comstock Elementary School Site; Project Number 01433100


        F-59 AWARD ROOFING TERM BID CONTRACT

        PROJECT NO. 01989300-A MICRO SHELTER MARKET

        PROJECT NO. 01989300-D OPEN MARKET

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

        1. Award Roofing Term Bid Project No. 01989300-A Sheltered Market Micro-Business Contract to:

          2. RJ Spencer Construction, LLC

          20535 NW 2nd Avenue, Suite 202

          Miami Gardens, FL 33169

          Adjustment Factor 0.9995

          African American

           

          Kantuta Corporation.

          14610 NW 26 Avenue

          Opa Locka, FL 33054

          Adjustment Factor 1.0495

          Hispanic American

        2. Award Roofing Term Bid Project No. 01989300-D Open Market
          Contract to:

          3. Advanced Roofing, Inc.

          1950 NW 22nd Street

          Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33311

          Adjustment Factor 0.9485

          Non-Certified M/SBE or M/WBE Owned Business

         

        F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the prequalification certificates for three (3) new applications for educational facilities, as listed on Attachment “A” of the agenda item.


        G. SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

        G-1 FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICIES 8462, STUDENT ABUSE AND NEGLECT; 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM; 5320, IMMUNIZATION; 5330, USE OF MEDICATIONS; 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS; AND 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS AND CONTROLLED OPEN ENROLLMENT

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board policies 8462, Student Abuse and Neglect; 2410, School Health Services Program; 5320, Immunization; 5330, Use of Medications; 5112, Entrance Requirements; and 5131, Student Transfers and Controlled Open Enrollment, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 18, 2020.


        G-2 FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICIES 2421, K-12 CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM; 2450, ADULT, POST-SECONDARY CAREER TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION; 5350, STUDENT SUICIDE PREVENTION; AND 5451, STUDENT RECOGNITION

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 2421, K-12 Career-Technical Education Program; 2450, Adult, Post-Secondary Career Technical and Community Education; 5350, Student Suicide Prevention; and 5451, Student Recognition, to be effective March 18, 2020, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 18, 2020.


        G-3 FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1242, 3242, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT; 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL; AND 8141, MANDATORY REPORTING OF MISCONDUCT BY CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEES

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 1242, 3242, Professional Development; 3120, Employment of Instructional Personnel; and 8141, Mandatory Reporting of Misconduct by Certificated Employees, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 18, 2020.


        G-4 FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 6233, DISTRICT BUDGETS; 6605, CROWDFUNDING; 6830, AUDIT; AND 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 6233, District Budgets; 6605, Crowdfunding; 6830, Audit; and 6835, Office of Management and Compliance Audits , and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 18, 2020


        G-5 FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 8660, TRANSPORTING STUDENTS BY PRIVATE VEHICLES; 8500, FOOD SERVICES; 9211, PARENT ORGANIZATIONS, BOOSTER CLUBS AND OTHER FUND- RAISING ACTIVITIES, 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS; AND TO PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 7440.01, VIDEO SURVEILLANCE AND ELECTRONIC MONITORING, AND REPEAL 8711, SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to Board Policies 8660, Transporting Students by Private Vehicles; 8500, Food Services; 9211, Parent Organizations, Booster Clubs, and Other Fund-Raising Activities; 9800, Charter Schools; and to promulgate new Policy 7440.01, Video Surveillance and Electronic Monitoring, and repeal Policy 8711, Surveillance Systems , and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended and new policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 18, 2020.


        G-6 FINAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAWS 0100, DEFINITIONS; 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS; AND POLICY 5540, INVESTIGATIONS INVOLVING STUDENTS

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, adopt the proposed amendments to amend Board Bylaws 0100, Definitions; 0165, Public Meetings; and Policy 5540, Investigations Involving Students, and authorize the Superintendent to file the amended policies with the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, to be effective March 18, 2020.

         

        G-7 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JOSE A. PALOMINO, DOAH Case No. 18-6502

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of Miami-Dade County School Board v. Jose A. Palomino, DOAH Case No. 18-6502, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension already served and reinstating him to his position as a Security Specialist with the School Board under the conditions specified in the Settlement Agreement.

         

        G-8 PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT OF CLAIMS BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AGAINST D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC.

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

        1. approve and authorize the Superintendent to execute the Settlement Agreement with D. Stephenson Construction Inc.; and
        2. terminate for convenience the Nathan B. Young Elementary School Project Number 01619400, pursuant to the conditions indicated in the agenda item.

         

        G-9 INITIAL READING: TO PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 1020, APPOINTMENT OF SUPERINTENDENT

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to initiate rulemaking proceedings in accordance with the Administrative Procedure Act to promulgate new Policy 1020, Appointment of Superintendent.


        H. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

        Proposed Board Member Initiatives

        H-5 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 20-26, 2020 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRI 22, 2020 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY (Revised)

        ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR

        PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of April 20-26, 2020 as Administrative Professionals Week and April 22, 2020 as Administrative Professionals Day


        H-6 WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH ENDORSEMENT

        ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LAWRENCE S. FELDMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida endorse the month of March 2020 as Women’s History Month and support the related efforts of Miami-Dade County Public Schools.


        H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 21, 2020 AS WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY (WDSD) IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

        ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse March 21, 2020 as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) in Miami-Dade County Public Schools


        H-8 ANNUAL REVIEW PROCESS FOR THE PROMULGATION, CHANGES, AND/OR AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES FOLLOWING THE FLORIDA STATE LEGISLATIVE SESSION (Revised)

        ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to review the current process for the promulgation, changes, and/or amendments to School Board policies following the Florida State Legislative session and report to the Board at the Fiscal Accountability & Government Relations Committee on May 13, 2020.

         

        H-9 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 13TH ANNUAL MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURE, HORSE & CATTLE SHOW ON APRIL 17-19, 2020 (Revised)

        ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami Dade County, Florida, endorse The 13th Annual Miami International Agriculture, Horse & Cattle Show on April 17-19 2020.


        H-10 REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA TO RECOGNIZE APRIL 2020 AS NATIONAL AUTISM AWARENESS MONTH

        ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. LUBBY NAVARRO: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize April 2020 as National Autism Awareness Month.

         

        H-11 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MARCH 2020 AS NATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

        ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. BENDROSS-MINDINGALL: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida recognize and observe March 2020 as Women’s History Month to be celebrated in all Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

         

        H-12 PARENTAL AND RELATED STAKEHOLDER NOTIFICATION REGARDING SCHOOL INCIDENTS (Revised 2)

        ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida direct the Superintendent to:

        1. review existing procedures, practices, and policies that govern notification, through general and/or legally sufficient statements, to parents and related stakeholders about serious incidents in schools;
        2. ensure that notifications regarding serious incidents at schools are sent prior to the evening television news cycle and no later than the end of the day in which the serious incident occurred;
        3. initiate rulemaking or amendment to School Board Policy 9120 to ensure timely notification to parents and related stakeholders when serious incidents occur at schools, where appropriate; and provide an update to the Board no later than May 20, 2020.

         

        H-13 CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) IMPACT ON STUDENT AND EMPLOYEE DECISIONS (Revised)

        ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. MARTIN KARP: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore ways to provide our students and employees the needed support to follow District and CDC recommendations by minimizing academic, personal and financial repercussions.

         

        H-14 TENTATIVE PLAN TO PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR PARENTS, COMMUNITY MEMBERS, AND STAKEHOLDERS WHO MAY WISH TO SPEAK TO THE BOARD ON AN AGENDA ITEM OR AT A PUBLIC HEARING VIA TELECONFERENCE TECHNOLOGY (Good Cause)

        ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of developing a tentative plan to provide an opportunity for parents, community members, and stakeholders who may wish to speak to the Board on an agenda item or at a public hearing via teleconference technology in the event of a Coronavirus outbreak in Miami-Dade County, Florida, and report to the Board by April 22, 2020.

         

        Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business


        I. OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS


        I-1 CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

        Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

         

        ADJOURNMENT
        03.18.20

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        THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

        Miami, Florida

        OFFICIAL AGENDA

        MARCH 31, 2020 SPECIAL BOARD MEETING 1:00 P. M.
        LIVE STREAMING TELEPHONIC SPECIAL BOARD MEETING

         

        PURPOSE: To afford the Board and Superintendent the opportunity to address issues related to the current state of emergency, including the closure of schools, budgetary impact, human capital considerations, instructional continuity, and other emergency functions. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available at 4:30 p.m., on Friday, March 27, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the tab Board Information. The public may listen to or read the Closed Captioning of the live Special Board Meeting which can be found by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net by noon on Monday, March 30, 2020, so that your comments can be read into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent’s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-3000.

        For the Speakers Supplemental List, click here.



        1:00 P.M. Live Streaming Telephonic Special Board Meeting

        CALL TO ORDER Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

        PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

        MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

         


        SP-1

        SUBJECT: SUPERINTENDENT’S ORAL REPORT TO THE SCHOOL BOARD AND COMMUNITY REGARDING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY AND STATUS OF DISTRICT OPERATIONS

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the Superintendent’s oral report to the School Board and community regarding Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ response to the COVID-19 emergency and status of district operations.

         

        SP-2

        SUBJECT: MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2020

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive and file the Monthly Financial Report for the period ending January 2020.

         

        SP-3

        SUBJECT: ADOPTION OF EMERGENCY POLICY 0165E, PUBLIC MEETINGS DURING DECLARED COVID-19 EMERGENCY

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

        1. find that the emergency policy is necessitated by the immediate danger caused by the Covid-19 pandemic; and
        2. adopt Emergency School Board Policy 0165E, Public Meetings During Declared COVID-19 Emergency, to be effective March 31, 2020.

         

        SP-4

        SUBJECT: PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Efren Grafals and Samantha Grafals, Individually and as Parents of R.G., a minor v. The School Board of Miami Dade-Dade County, Mayte Zayas and Bruce Berman
        Case No. 2020-CA-002925-CA 01

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Office of the School Board Attorney to provide or secure legal representation for the legal defense of the current School Board employees who are individually named as defendants in the case of Efren Grafals and Samantha Grafals, Individually and as Parents of R.G., a minor v. The School Board of Miami Dade-Dade County, Mayte Zayas and Bruce Berman, Circuit Court Case No. 20-002925-CA 24.

         

        SP-5

        SUBJECT: MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JOSE A. PALOMINO, DOAH Case No. 18-6502

        RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida approve the proposed Settlement Agreement in the case of Miami-Dade County School Board v. Jose A. Palomino, DOAH Case No. 18-6502, suspending Respondent without pay for the period of his suspension already served and reinstating him to his position as a Security Specialist with the School Board under the conditions specified in the Settlement Agreement.

         


        SP-6

        SUBJECT: TENTATIVE PLAN TO PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR PARENTS, COMMUNITY MEMBERS, AND STAKEHOLDERS WHO MAY WISH TO SPEAK TO THE BOARD ON AN AGENDA ITEM OR AT A PUBLIC HEARING VIA TELECONFERENCE TECHNOLOGY

        ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to explore the feasibility of developing a tentative plan to provide an opportunity for parents, community members, and stakeholders who may wish to speak to the Board on an agenda item or at a public hearing via teleconference technology in the event of a Coronavirus outbreak in Miami-Dade County, Florida, and report to the Board by April 22, 2020, or as soon as practicable.

         

        SP-7

        SUBJECT: ANNUAL REVIEW PROCESS FOR THE PROMULGATION, CHANGES, AND/OR AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES FOLLOWING THE FLORIDA STATE LEGISLATIVE SESSION

        ACTION PROPOSED BY MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent of Schools to review the current process for the promulgation, changes, and/or amendments to School Board policies following the Florida State Legislative session and any Federal Legislative changes, report to the Board at the Fiscal Accountability & Government Relations Committee of July, 2020.

         

        SP-8

        SUBJECT: PARENTAL AND RELATED STAKEHOLDER NOTIFICATION REGARDING SCHOOL INCIDENTS

        ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

        1. review existing procedures, practices, and policies that govern notification, through general and/or legally sufficient statements, to parents and related stakeholders about serious incidents in schools;
        2. ensure that notifications regarding serious incidents at schools are sent prior to the evening television news cycle and no later than the end of the day in which the serious incident occurred, as appropriate; and
        3. initiate rulemaking or amendment to School Board Policy 9120 to ensure timely notification to parents and related stakeholders when serious incidents occur at schools.

         

        SP-9

        SUBJECT: COMPENSATION OF PART TIME/HOURLY EMPLOYEES DURING CURRENT COVID-19 MANDATED SCHOOL CLOSURE

        ACTION PROPOSED BY DR. STEVE GALLON III: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,direct and affirm, the Superintendent’s development, and upon review,  implementation of an immediate plan of action to provide for legally permissible work related engagement and compensation of part-time/hourly employees within the approved financial resources reflected and funded in the 2019-2020 district budget ending June 30, 2020.  This plan is to be developed and implemented in a manner consistent with and inclusive of recommended CDC guidelines that include but are not limited to social distancing. 

         

        SP-10

        SUBJECT: SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL TO AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO REVIEW AND PRESENT TO THE BOARD A PLAN TO PROVIDE PART-TIME HOURLY COMPENSATION DURING THE CURRENT STATE OF EMERGENCY  

        ACTION PROPOSED BY MARIA TERESA ROJAS: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to review and present to the Board a plan to provide part-time hourly employees compensation during the current state of emergency. 

         

         

        ADJOURNMENT Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

         

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      APRIL 29, 2020 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 11:00 A.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming Video Budget Workshop

       

      PURPOSE: To discuss the budget. This Budget Workshop being conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, April 20, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the tab Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Budget Workshop which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-3000.  

      The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

       

      11:00 A.M.
      CALL TO ORDER

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman,
      Chair

       

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

       

       

      MOMENT OF SILENCE

       

       

      OPENING REMARKS

      Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
      Superintendent of Schools

       

      OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP 

      Mr. Ron Steiger,
      Chief Financial Officer
      Financial Services

      Selected Cabinet Members

       

      DISCUSSION


      		School Board Members
      ADJOURNMENT

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

       

      04.20.2020



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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
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      Miami, Florida
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      April 29, 2020 - CONFERENCE SESSION - 10:00 A.M.
      Attendance Areas for 2020-2021\n
      Notice of Live Streaming Video Conference Session

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      PURPOSE: To discuss attendance zones for elementary and secondary schools for the 2020-2021 school year, which, in effect, better utilizes student stations. This Conference Session being conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, April 20, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the tab Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Conference Session which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. For further information, email the Superintendent s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-3000.

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      CALL TO ORDERMs. Perla Tabares Hantman,
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      OPENING REMARKS

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

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      Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho\n\t\t
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      Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho

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      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

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      AGENDA SECTIONS



      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      APRIL 29, 2020 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 1:00 P.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming of Regular Board Meeting

       

      This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis\u2019 Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, April 20, 2020. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item for the regular Board meeting may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, April 27, 2020, so that your comments can be read into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-3000.  

      Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

       

      1:00 P. M.

      CALL TO ORDER

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

      AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

      DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

      CONSENT AGENDA

      APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: January 30, 2020

      APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: School Board Meeting of February 12, 2020, Instructional Materials Public Hearing of March 11, 2020 and the Special School Board Meeting of March 31, 2020

       

       

      A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

      A-1SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS
       
      • Informational Report
      • Student Regression Mitigation Plan
      • Preview of 2020-2021 School Year

       

      C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

      C-1REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADES 6-12 CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) AND GRADES 9-12 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) FOR THE 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR

       

      D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

      D-20

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

      1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTINGS 1129 AND 1130
      2. ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020

      (Revised)

      D-55

      RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (Withdrawn)

      D-65

      INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

       

      E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

      E-1

      MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2020

      E-111

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE, FINALIZE, AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH CLEARWIRE SPECTRUM HOLDING II LLC, FOR THE LEASE OF TWO MID-BAND CHANNELS OWNED BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      E-141

      AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-009-CM \u2013 THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION (TPA) SERVICES FOR SELF FUNDED WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION AND LIABILITY PROGRAM (Revised-2)

      E-142

      AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-025-CM - CHARTER MONITORING SYSTEM

      E-143

      AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-021-HR \u2013 REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE; REPAIR, REPLACE, REFIT, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL

      E-201

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

       

      F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

      F-1

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG TERRA WEST MF INVESTMENTS, LLC, THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 1369-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

      F-3

      RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM NORTHSIDE PROPERTY IV, LTD., A FLORIDA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 3100 NW 77 STREET, CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147

      F-4

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE EXPANSION OF THE CURRENT COLLABORATION WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT TO INCLUDE THE RELATED URBAN DEVELOPMENT GROUP FOR PROVISION OF EXPANDED PARKING FACILITIES AT SOUTHSIDE K-8 CENTER ANNEX AND POTENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE FORMER J.R.E. LEE EDUCATION CENTER, LOCATED AT 6521 S.W. 62 AVENUE, SOUTH MIAMI

      F-26

      COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS ATERNEST R. GRAHAM K-8 ACADEMY, PROJECT NUMBER 01528500

      F-27

      COMMISSION OF M.C. HARRY AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01613700

      F-28

      COMMISSION OF LEGO CONSTRUCTION CO., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01613700

      F-29

      COMMISSION OF THE FOLLOWING FIRMS FOR GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) SERVICES FOR PART 1 - GEPC MASTER AGREEMENT AND REPRESENTATIVE SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT

      • TRANE U.S. INC. (MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL)
      • HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC.
      • AMERESCO, INC.
      F-40

      CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

      F-59

      AWARD ROOFING TERM BID CONTRACT PROJECT NO. 01989300-A MICRO SHELTER MARKET PROJECT NO. 01989300-D OPEN MARKET

      F-80

      AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

       

      G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

      G-1

      FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICIES 8462, STUDENT ABUSE AND NEGLECT; 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM; 5320, IMMUNIZATION; 5330, USE OF MEDICATIONS; 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS; AND 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS AND CONTROLLED OPEN ENROLLMENT

      G-2

      FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICIES 2421, K-12 CAREER-TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAM; 2450, ADULT, POST-SECONDARY CAREER TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION; 5350, STUDENT SUICIDE PREVENTION; AND 5451, STUDENT RECOGNITION

      G-3

      FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1242, 3242, PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT; 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL; AND 8141, MANDATORY REPORTING OF MISCONDUCT BY CERTIFICATED EMPLOYEES

      G-4

      FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 6233, DISTRICT BUDGETS; 6605, CROWDFUNDING; 6830, AUDIT; AND 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS

      G-5

      FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 8660, TRANSPORTING STUDENTS BY PRIVATE VEHICLES; 8500, FOOD SERVICES; 9211, PARENT ORGANIZATIONS, BOOSTER CLUBS AND OTHER FUND- RAISING ACTIVITIES, 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS; AND TO PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 7440.01, VIDEO SURVEILLANCE AND ELECTRONIC MONITORING, AND REPEAL 8711, SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS (Revised)

      G-6

      FINAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAWS 0100, DEFINITIONS AND POLICY 5540, INVESTIGATIONS INVOLVING STUDENTS

      G-7

      INITIAL READING: TO PROMULGATE NEW POLICY 1020, APPOINTMENT OF SUPERINTENDENT (Revised)

      G-8

      SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AGAINST D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC.

      G-9

      SUBJECT: PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: JOSE CORDERO V. SAUL FUMERO, INDIVIDUALLY, THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ALEXANDER DORADO, INDIVIDUALLY, AND THE CITY OF HIALEAH, A FLORIDA MUNICIPAL CORPORATION; UNITED STATES DISTRICT COURT CASE NO. 1:20-CV-20975-MGC

       

      H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      Proposed Board Member Initiatives

      H-3

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SALUTES AND HONORS OUR TEACHERS, PRINCIPALS, ASSISTANT PRINCIPALS, DISTRICT/REGION ADMINISTRATORS, SCHOOL POLICE OFFICERS, CUSTODIANS, CAFETERIA WORKERS, AND THE ENTIRE WORKFORCE DURING THE COVID-19 STATE-OF-EMERGENCY (Revised)

      H-4

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SALUTES AND HONORS HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS, LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL, AND FIRST RESPONDERS DURING THE COVID-19 STATE-OF-EMERGENCY (Revised)

      H-5

      THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE THE MONTH OF MAY AS BILINGUAL LITERACY MONTH AND ENCOURAGE OUR COMMUNITY TO JOIN THE READ CONMIGO\u2019S 31 DAY BILINGUAL BOOK READING CHALLENGE (Revised)

      H-6

      SCHOOLBOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 5, 2020 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

      H-7

      ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 118th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA - MAY 20, 2020 (Revised)

      H-8

      EXPLORING EMERGENT LEARNING FOR ALL GRADES AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

      H-9

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MAY 2020 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND MAY 9, 2020 AS NATIONAL CHILDREN\u2019S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (Revised)

      H-10

      MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES DURING DISTANCE LEARNING (Revised-2 Good Cause)

      H-11

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-019 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CALLING ON ITS CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION TO ADVOCATE FOR AND APPROVE ADDITIONAL FEDERAL EDUCATION FUNDING FOR OUR NATION\u2019S PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Good Cause)

       

      Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

      I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      I-1

      CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

      Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.

       

      ADJOURNMENT
      04.29.20



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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      MAY 6, 2020 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 2:00 P.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming Video Budget Workshop

       

      PURPOSE: To discuss the budget. This workshop being conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 2:00 p.m., on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the tab Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Budget Workshop which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-3000.  

      The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

       

      2:00 P.M.
      CALL TO ORDER

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman,
      Chair

       

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

       

       

      MOMENT OF SILENCE

       

       

      OPENING REMARKS

      Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
      Superintendent of Schools

       

      OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP 

      Mr. Ron Steiger,
      Chief Financial Officer
      Financial Services

      Selected Cabinet Members

       

      DISCUSSION


      		School Board Members
      ADJOURNMENT

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

       

      04.29.2020



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      ⌃

      AGENDA SECTIONS



      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      MAY 20, 2020 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 1:00 P.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming of Regular Board Meeting

       

      This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis\u2019 Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, May 11, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item for the regular Board meeting may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, May 18, 2020, so that your comments can be read into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-3000.  

      Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

       

      1:00 P. M.

      CALL TO ORDER

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

      AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

      DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

      CONSENT AGENDA

      APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

      APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: ABC Conference Session and the Regular School Board Meeting of April 29, 2020

       

      A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

      A-1SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS
       

       

      C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

       

      D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

      D-20

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

      1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING
      2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 44
      D-21

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENT(S) FOR 2019-2020 AND JOB DESCRIPTION (Revised)

      D-55

      DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES

      D-65

      REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF FIVE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, FOUR CHARTER SCHOOL RENEWAL CONTRACTS, AND ELEVEN CHARTER SCHOOL AMENDMENTS

       

      E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

      E-1

      MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2020

      E-2

      NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2020

      E-14

      RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2019-20 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

      E-15

      RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2019-20 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

      E-16

      RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2019-20 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

      E-17

      RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

      E-18

      RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2019-20 INTERNAL SERVICE FUND (HEALTH INSURANCE) SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

      E-66

      COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED PROGRAMS

      E-67

      RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

      E-68

      INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6332, PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS FOR INSURANCE OR RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS

      E-86

      INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (MARCH 2020) (Revised)

      E-87

      REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE LAST 59 OF 134 CHARTER SCHOOLS AND THREE (3) COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBOs) OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 (Revised)

      E-88

      INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 FOLLOW-UP ON TWO PERFORMANCE AUDITS: AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT’S SELF-INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM, AND AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT’S PROCUREMENT OPERATIONS: SOLICITATION, SELECTION, AND AWARD PROCESSES (Revised)

      E-89

      EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AGENCY FUNDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORT SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 (Revised)

      E-90

      STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT NO. 2020-163 \u2013 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD FINANCIAL AND FEDERAL SINGLE AUDIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2019 (Revised)

      E-106

      AMEND SCHEDULE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS FOR 2020

      E-141

      REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-034-CM - SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL) PROGRAM

      E-142

      AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-024-CM \u2013 PROGRAM EVALUATION CONSULTANTS

      E-201

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

       

      F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

      F-1

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 27077 SFH LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 263-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

      F-2

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG BAUER PARC SOUTH, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 468-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

      F-3

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG NORTH BEACH TOWN CENTER DEVELOPMENT, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 160-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

      F-4

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG RONRUSS 601, LLC, SK INVESTMENTS 601, LLC, BOTH FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES AND SIXTH STREET MIAMI PARTNERS, LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 604-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

      AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

      F-5

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG THE GALLERY ON THE RIVER LLC, JACK ORR PLAZA ONE MANAGER LLC, BOTH FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANIES AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 160-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

      F-6

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 444 BRICKELL PARTNERS, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 1400-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

      AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

      F-7

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH DACRA DESIGN 4141, LLC, TO EXTEND THE TERM OF USE BY THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (\u201cDASH\u201d) OF LEASE SPACE LOCATED ADJACENT TO DASH AT 4141 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137

      F-20

      AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

      F-21

      AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

      F-26

      COMMISSION OF KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01530200

      F-27

      COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ & PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01413900

      F-41

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01433100

      F-80

      AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

       

      G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

      G-1

      ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD

      G-2

      MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. Vally J. Bastien, DOAH Case No. 19-6567TTS

       

      H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      Proposed Board Member Initiatives

      H-3

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SALUTES AND HONORS THE GRADUATING CLASS OF 2020 (Revised)

      H-4

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2020 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND AUTHORIZING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS TO FOSTER RELATED ACTIVITIES (Revised)

      H-5

      ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR (Revised)

      H-6

      RE-OPENING FLORIDA\u2019S PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR RECOMMENDATIONS (Revised)

      H-7

      PREKINDERGARTEN TEACHERS (Revised)

      H-8

      STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT (Revised)

      H-9

      REVIEW OF POTENTIAL LIABILITY IMPACT OF THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ON MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Revised)

      H-10

      ACADEMIC SAFETY NET FOR STUDENTS DURING THE PANDEMIC (Revised)

      H-11

      REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-019 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BILL 4194 AND U.S. SENATE BILL 2661: THE NATIONAL SUICIDE HOTLINE DESIGNATION ACT (Good Cause Revised)

       

      Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

      I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      I-1

      CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

      Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.

       

      ADJOURNMENT
      05.20.20



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      ⌃

      AGENDA SECTIONS



      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      JUNE 17, 2020 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 1:00 P.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming of Regular Board Meeting

       

      This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis\u2019 Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, June 8, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item for the regular Board meeting may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, June 15, 2020, so that your comments can be read into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

      Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

       

      1:00 P. M.

      CALL TO ORDER

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

      AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

      DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

      CONSENT AGENDA

      APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: May 26, 2020

      APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: Regular School Board Meeting of May 20, 2020

       

      A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

      A-1SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS
       

       

      C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

       

      D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

      D-20

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

      1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1132
      2. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2020-2021
      D-21

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2019-2020 (REVISED)

      D-22

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT THE RENEWAL OF THE GIFTED ADD-ON AND READING ADD-ON ENDORSEMENT CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS AND MATRICES

      D-55

      DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (WITHDRAWN)

      D-60

      INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 9142, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

      D-65

      REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION, TEN CHARTER SCHOOL RENEWAL CONTRACTS, TWO CHARTER SCHOOL AMENDMENTS, AND ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONSOLIDATION

      D-66

      2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS

      D-67

      FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

      D-68

      PROPOSED NAMING OF NEW K-8 CENTER DORAL LOCATED AT 10201 N.W. 78 STREET, DORAL, FL 33178 AND NEW HIGH SCHOOL DORAL LOCATED AT 5005 N.W. 112 AVENUE, DORAL, FL 33178 (REVISED)

       

      E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

      E-1

      MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2020

      E-3

      ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

      E-14

      AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2020 UNTIL THE FY 2020-21 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

      E-35

      APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 20-018 AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $500,000,000 TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2020

      E-66

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION INSURANCE, GENERAL/AUTOMOBILE/PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE, CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE, MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE, STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE AND PORTFOLIO BUILDER\u2019S RISK INSURANCE PROGRAM FOR NEW AND EXISTING FACILITIES

      E-67

      REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) #19-010-CM FOR RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES

      E-68

      REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) # 19-011-CM, TRANSPARENCY TOOLS FOR M-DCPS HEALTHCARE PLAN

      E-141

      INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 8150, LOBBYISTS

      E-142

      INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

      E-143

      INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320.05, VENDOR AND EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES

      E-144

      AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-033-CM - ONSITE HEALTH CENTER SERVICES (REVISED)

       

      F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

      F-1

      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE WITH THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, AND THE HOUSING TRUST GROUP, LLC, AS DEVELOPER, THE REPLACEMENT OF PAUL LAURENCE DUNBAR K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 505 N.W. 20 STREET, MIAMI, AS A PART OF THE REDEVELOPMENT OF RAINBOW VILLAGE AND GWEN CHERRY 23C PUBLIC HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS, PURSUANT TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. 01296 AND SUBSEQUENT AWARD TO THE DEVELOPER BY THE COUNTY (REVISED)

      F-2

      AUTHORIZE THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A RIGHT OF WAY DEED WITH THE CITY OF DORAL, TO CONVEY BOARD-OWNED LAND LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE NEW DORAL K-8 EDUCATIONAL FACILITY CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION AT THE INTERSECTION OF N.W. 102 AVENUE AND N.W. 78 STREET, TO FACILITATE SAFE VEHICULAR TRAFFIC ACCESS TO THE SITE

      F-20

      AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

      F-21

      AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

      F-26

      AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENTS WITH VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, TO REFLECT THE COMPANY’S CHANGE IN PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBLE TO THE BOARD FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK SERVICES FOR VARIOUS COMMISSIONS

      F-27

      AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE DISTRICT\u2019S PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., TO REFLECT THE ENVIRONMENTAL/ ASBESTOS CONSULTING & TESTING SERVICES SUBCONSULTANT, EE&G ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES, L.L.C., NAME CHANGE TO GALLAGHER BASSETT SERVICES, INC., FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE AGREEMENT

      F-40

      CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

      F-41

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE BUNCHE PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01329500

      F-42

      AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INC., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED, NEW CONSTRUCTION PROJECT, A NEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (K-5), (A REUSE OF DORAL GRAND BAY K-8, PHASE I); PROJECT NUMBER 01892600

      F-43

      AWARD TO FLORIDA LEMARK CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT NATHAN B. YOUNG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01619400

      F-44

      AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO LEGO CONSTRUCTION COMPANY FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW P.E. SHELTER PROJECT AT GEORGIA JONES-AYERS MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01423900

      F-80

      AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

       

      G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

      G-2

      INITIAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAW 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS (REVISED)

      G-3

      AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL CONTRACTS

       

      H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      Proposed Board Member Initiatives

      H-3

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENCOURAGE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT’S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA’S BACK-TO-SCHOOL SALES TAX HOLIDAY (REVISED)

      H-4

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE ENDORSEMENT OF JULY 2020 AS HEALTHY VISION MONTH (REVISED)

      H-5

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF JUNE 2020 AS CHILDREN’S AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

      H-6

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SALUTES AND HONORS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) STUDENTS AS THEY ARE PROMOTED TO THE NEXT GRADE LEVEL AT THE END OF THE 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR (REVISED)

      H-7

      SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S SPECIALIZED CREDENTIALS (REVISED)

      H-8

      REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 20-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, HONORING SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY MELINDA “MINDY” MCNICHOLS FOR EMBODYING THE TENETS OF THE 19TH AMENDMENT OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION BY ADVANCING THE ROLE OF WOMEN (WITHDRAWN)

      H-9

      RACIAL AND CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING AND APPRECIATION CURRICULUM (REVISED)

      H-10

      AFFIRMANCE OF SCHOOL DISTRICT\u2019S COMMITMENT TO PROMOTING SOCIAL JUSTICE, UNITY, FAIRNESS, EQUITY, AND EQUALITY FOR BLACKS AND AMONG ALL STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

      H-11

      ADDRESS SCAPEGOATING, STEREOTYPING, ANTISEMITISM AND ALL FORMS OF HATRED (REVISED-3 GOOD CAUSE)

       

      Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

      I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      I-1

      CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

      Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.

       

      ADJOURNMENT
      06.17.20



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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      JUNE 22, 2020 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 11:00 A.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming Video Budget Workshop

       

      PURPOSE: To discuss the budget. This workshop being conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, June 15, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the tab Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Budget Workshop which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.  

      The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

       

      11:00 A.M.

      CALL TO ORDER

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman,
      Chair

       

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

       

       

      MOMENT OF SILENCE

       

       

      OPENING REMARKS

      Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
      Superintendent of Schools

       

      OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP 

      Mr. Ron Steiger,
      Chief Financial Officer
      Financial Services

      Selected Cabinet Members

       

      DISCUSSION


      		School Board Members
      ADJOURNMENT

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

       

      06.15.2020



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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      JULY 1, 2020 - SPECIAL BOARD MEETING- 1:00 P.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming Only of Special Board Meeting

       

      PURPOSE: To discuss school reopening plan. This Special Board Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis\u2019 Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 1:00 p.m., on Monday, June 29, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item for the Special Board meeting may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net by noon on Tuesday, June 30 2020, so that your comments can be read into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

      Speakers Supplemental List. 


      The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

       

      1:00 P.M.

       

       

      CALL TO ORDER

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman,
      Chair

       

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

       

       

       

      MOMENT OF SILENCE MEDITATION

       

       

       

      SP-1TENTATIVE SCHOOL REOPENING PLAN FOR 2020/2021 IN RESPONSE TO THE COVID-19 EMERGENCY


      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, accept the 2020/2021 School Reopening Plan including all identified instructional models and authorize the Superintendent to make modifications as may be necessary in response to CDC guidelines, state or local requirements, or other circumstances associated with health and safety related to COVID-19, in order to protect the health, safety, and welfare of students and employees.

       

       

       
      SP-2RATIFICATION OF THE 2020-2023 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE (GOOD CAUSE)

      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, ratify the 2020-2023 Tentative Agreement Successor Contract with UTD effective July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2023.

       

       

       

      ADJOURNMENT

      06.29.2020



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      AGENDA SECTIONS



      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      JULY 15, 2020 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 1:00 P.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming of Regular Board Meeting

       

      This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis\u2019 Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, July 6, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item for the regular Board meeting may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, July 13, 2020, so that your comments can be read into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

      Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

       

      1:00 P. M.

      CALL TO ORDER

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

      AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

      DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

      CONSENT AGENDA

      APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: June 2, 4, 16 and 18, 2020

      APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: June 17, 2020 Regular School Board Meeting

       

      A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

      A-1SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS
       

       

      C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

      C-1

      REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE THE TURNAROUND SCHOOL SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICES ALLOCATION PLANS

      C-2

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE: (1) AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES AND FEES FOR DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, INC., D/B/A DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; AND (2) AN AMENDMENT TO THE CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES AND FEES WITH DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL, INC., D/B/A DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL

      C-3

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH SIX COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,272,146 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2020 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2021, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2020-2021 DISTRICT BUDGET

       

      D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

      D-20

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1133

      D-21

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 AND JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

      D-22

      REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL WAIVERS TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS

      D-24

      RATIFICATION OF THE 2019-2020 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ADDENDUM TO THE 2018-2021 LABOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (GOOD CAUSE)

      D-55

      DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (WITHDRAWN)

      D-65

      REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF A SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE BASED AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC.

      D-66

      REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF M-DCPS MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE ALLOCATION PLAN

      D-67

      EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

       

      E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

      E-1

      MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2020

      E-14

      AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2020-21

      E-66

      FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6332, PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACTS FOR INSURANCE OR RISK MANAGEMENT PROGRAMS

      E-141

      AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-027-CM - MILLION DOLLAR COMMUNITY LITERACY CHALLENGE - ADULT LITERACY SERVICES

      E-201

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

       

      F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

      F-1

      AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH NORTH BAY VILLAGE (\u201cVILLAGE\u201d), TO ALLOW THE VILLAGE TO MAKE A NUMBER OF RECREATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS AT TREASURE ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, FOR JOINT USE BY THE PARTIES (REVISED)

      F-2

      THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE PURSUING A COLLABORATION WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (THE \u201cCOUNTY\u201d) UNDER WHICH THE COUNTY COULD PURCHASE THE VACANT SCHOOL BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT S.W. 129 AVENUE AND S.W. 216 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE (THE \u201cPROPERTY\u201d), FOR PRESERVATION PURPOSES PURSUANT TO ITS ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS (\u201cEEL\u201d) PROGRAM, AND AUTHORIZE THE DISTRICT TO OBTAIN APPRAISALS OF THE PROPERTY FOR THE PURPOSE OF ITS DISCUSSIONS WITH THE COUNTY IN THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PROPERTY VALUE AND FORMULATION OF A SUBSEQUENT RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD (REVISED)

      F-3

      AUTHORIZE EXPLORING THE POSSIBLE SALE OF FIVE BOARD-OWNED PROPERTIES THAT MAY POTENTIALLY BE DESIGNATED BY THE BOARD IN A SUBSEQUENT ACTION AS UNNECESSARY FOR EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES, AND AUTHORIZE THE DISTRICT TO OBTAIN APPRAISALS OF THE PROPERTIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF ESTABLISHING PROPERTY VALUES AND FORMULATION OF A SUBSEQUENT RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD

      F-4

      PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC. (\u201cMDFEI\u201d), A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL LOCATED AT 1080 LA BARON DRIVE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA, TO EXPAND THE DEMISED AREA, EXTEND THE LEASE TERM, COMPLY WITH COVID-19 RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALL FIVE PORTABLE CLASSROOMS ON A TEMPORARY BASIS (REVISED)

      F-27

      COMMISSION OF GURRI MATUTE P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR NEW CLASSROOM ADDITION, AT ALONZO AND TRACY MOURNING SENIOR HIGH BISCAYNE BAY (A REUSE OF RUTH K. BROAD/BAY HARBOR K-8 CENTER CLASSROOM ADDITION), PROJECT NUMBER 02092300

      F-40

      CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

      F-41

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE THE BILL OF SALE AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE RELOCATION OF WATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE JOHN F. KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01864200

      F-42

      AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO T & G CORPORATION (DBA T & G CONSTRUCTORS) FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED BUILDING 01 REPLACEMENT AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01433100

      F-80

      AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

       

      G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

      G-1

      ADOPTION OF EMERGENCY POLICY 0165e1, PUBLIC MEETINGS DURING DECLARED COVID-19 EMERGENCY

      G-3

      MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CARLOS SANJURJO DOAH Case No. 19-6580TTS

      G-4

      MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. Oscar Rizo, DOAH Case No. 19-2468TTS

       

      H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      Proposed Board Member Initiatives

      H-2

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING ASSISTANT SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY CRISTINA RIVERA CORREA FOR HER APPOINTMENT TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COURT JUDGE (REVISED)

      H-3

      PUBLIC SPEAKERS\u2019 WRITTEN COMMENTS AT SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS

      H-4

      CONSIDERATION TO INSTALL BUS VIDEO CAMERAS TO ENHANCE THE SAFETY AND SECURITY OF STUDENTS AND BUS PERSONNEL (REVISED)

      H-5

      REVIEW OF THE MATHEMATICS COURSE OFFERINGS FOR UPPER ELEMENTARY STUDENTS (REVISED)

      H-6

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2020 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY FLYER FOR DISTRIBUTION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL (REVISED)

      H-7

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2020 INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE \u201cWALKSAFE\u201d PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM (REVISED)

      H-8

      DEVELOPMENT AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A SUMMER PARTNERSHIP INSTITUTE FOR CUBAN-AMERICAN STUDIES STARTING THE SUMMER OF 2021 (REVISED)

      H-9

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING MR. RAUL CALZADILLA & MR. THOMAS ENNIS ON THE OCCASION OF THEIR RETIREMENT AFTER YEARS OF EXEMPLARY SERVICE TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

      H-10

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING MR. BART D. CHRISTIE, PRINCIPAL OF LEEWOOD K-8 CENTER

      H-11

      REVIEW OF THE M-DCPS EMPLOYEE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PARTICIPATION SYSTEM ENSURING EVERY EMPLOYEE RECEIVES EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING TRAININGS (WITHDRAWN)

      H-12

      PARENTAL TRAINING AND SUPPORT FOR DIGITAL LEARNING (GOOD CAUSE)

       

      Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

      I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      I-1

      CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

      Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.

       

      ADJOURNMENT
      07.15.20



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      Miami, Florida

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      \n Notice of Live Streaming Video Meeting

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      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman,
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      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      JULY 29, 2020 - FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming Only of First Budget Public Hearing

       

      PURPOSE: To conduct the First Public Hearing on the proposed 2020-2021 property tax millage rate and budget. This First Budget Public Hearing conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 4:00 p.m., July 22, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the tab Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the First Budget Public Hearing which can be found by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information A citizen wishing to comment may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address publichearing@dadeschools.net by noon, July 28, 2020, so that your comments can be read into the record and addressed by The School Board. In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.  

      Speakers Supplemental List


      The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

       

      6:00 P.M.

      CALL TO ORDER

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

      BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

      AGENDA ITEMS

      SP-1TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2020-21


      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent to:

      1)tentatively adopt the millage rates below:

      1. locally levied Discretionary Operating millage levy of .748 mills and Capital Outlay millage levy of 1.500 mills;
      2. state established Required Local Effort millage levy of 3.938 mills;
      3. Additional Operating voted levy of .75 mills; and
      4. Debt Service levy of .193 mills.

      2)tentatively adopt the millage resolution for FY 2020-21 for a total of 7.129 mills.

       

       
      SP-2TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2020-21 BUDGET


      RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1.tentatively adopt the FY 2020-21 Annual Budget, which consists of the budget approved for advertising on July 15, 2020, as well as the adjustments shown on Attachment A, and including any amendments approved by the Board following the public hearing on July 29, 2020; and

      2.approve the FY 2020-21 School Allocation Plan.

       

       



       

       

       

      ADJOURNMENT

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      07.29.20



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      AGENDA SECTIONS



      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      AUGUST 12, 2020 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 1:00 P.M.
      Notice of Live Streaming of Regular Board Meeting

       

      PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis\u2019 Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, August 3, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item for the regular Board meeting may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net by 4:30 p.m. on Monday, August 10, 2020, so that your comments can be read into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

      Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

       

      1:00 P. M.

      CALL TO ORDER

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

      AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

      DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

      CONSENT AGENDA

      APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

      APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

      • July 1, 2020 Special School Board Meeting
      • July 15, 2020 Regular School Board Meeting
      • July 29, 2020 Special Meeting
      • July 29, 2020 First Budget Public Hearing

       

      A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

      A-1SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)
       
      • Week of Welcome
      • Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

       

      C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

       

       

       

      D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

      D-20

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1134

      D-21

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 (REVISED)

      D-22

      RATIFICATION OF THE 2019-2020 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT ADDENDUMS TO THE 2018-2021 LABOR CONTRACTS BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE COMMITTEE AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS\u2019 ASSOCIATION AND APPROVE 2019-2020 COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL AND CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (REVISED)

      D-55

      1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

      2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

      D-60

      FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 9142, DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

      D-65

      REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO THE SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC., ON BEHALF OF KIPP MIAMI \u2013 LIBERTY CITY

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      AMEND THE ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2020-2021 TO PROVIDE A START DATE OF AUGUST 31, 2020 (REVISED)

       

      E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

      E-86

      INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUDIT PLAN AND AU 260 COMMUNICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020

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      STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT NO. 2020-203 \uf02d MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OPERATIONAL AUDIT

      E-89

      INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 LEGACY/SAP SYSTEMS: SECURITY CONTROLS, ROLES, AND ACCESS MANAGEMENT IN REFERENCE TO CHARTER SCHOOLS AND DISTRICT VENDORS/CONTRACTORS

      E-90

      OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS\u2019 2020-2021 AUDIT PLAN

      E-106

      REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2021

      E-141

      FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 8150, LOBBYISTS

      E-142

      FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

      E-143

      FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6320.05, VENDOR AND EMPLOYMENT PREFERENCES

      E-145

      AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-022-HR \u2013 FRESH DELIVERED BAGELS FOR STUDENT FUNDRAISING (REVISED)

      E-201

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

       

      F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

      F-26

      COMMISSION OF M.C. HARRY & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW ELEVATOR AT FLAMINGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01528600

      F-40

      CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

      F-42

      AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO STATE CONTRACTING & ENGINEERING CORPORATION FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT JOELLA C. GOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01529000

      F-43

      AWARD TO FLORIDA LEMARK CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE II, ADDITION OF MIDDLE SCHOOL GRADES 6-8 PROJECT AT DR. TONI BILBAO PREPARATORY ACADEMY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01999900 (REVISED)

      F-58

      MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNUAL SAFETY-TO-LIFE INSPECTION DOCUMENTS

      F-59

      AWARD JOB ORDER CONTRACTS FOR M-DCPS:MAINTENANCE OPERATION CONTRACT #JOC20OC-1 CONTRACT #JOC20MC-1

       

      G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

      G-1

      FINAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAW 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS

      G-2

      INITIAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAWS 0124, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT, 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST, 0156, LEGAL COUNSEL, 0157, INSPECTOR GENERAL, AND POLICIES 1030, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS, 1129, 3129, 4129, CONFLICT OF INTEREST, AND 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS

      G-3

      INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 5517, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT (STUDENTS); 5517.02, DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS; 5517.03, DATING VIOLENCE OR ABUSE; 2260, NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY; 5610, SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION OF STUDENTS (REVISED)

      G-4

      INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1362, 3362, 4362, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT, AND 1362.02, 3362.02, 4362.02, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE (REVISED)

      G-5

      INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1210, 3210, 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT; 1210.01, 3210.01, 4210.01, CODE OF ETHICS (REVISED)

      G-6

      INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE (REVISED)

       

      H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      Proposed Board Member Initiatives

      H-3

      COMMUNICATIONS PLAN (GOOD CAUSE)

      H-4

      REVIEW OF THE M-DCPS EMPLOYEE PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PARTICIPATION SYSTEM ENSURING EVERY EMPLOYEE RECEIVES EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND CULTURAL UNDERSTANDING TRAININGS

      H-5

      FINANCIAL, LEGAL, AND OPERATIONAL FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING TEMPORARY COVID-19 TESTING SITES FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) EMPLOYEES AND THEIR IMMEDIATE FAMILIES (REVISED)

      H-6

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2020 THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2020 (REVISED)

      H-7

      REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PROMOTE THE SCHOOL BREAKFAST PROGRAM IN CONJUNCTION WITH “WALK OUR CHILDREN TO SCHOOL DAY” (REVISED)

      H-8

      INTERNET SAFETY DURING THE PANDEMIC (REVISED)

      H-9

      EXPLORATION OF WITHDRAWAL OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) FROM THE FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION (FHSAA) (REVISED)

      H-10

      STUDENT AWARENESS K-12 ON SAFETY PROTOCOL POSTERS “BE COOL IN SCHOOL” BEST PRACTICES AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

      H-11

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING MR. EDUARDO “EDDIE” CORA THE PRESIDENT AND CEO OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FAIR & EXPOSITION FOR HIS LIFELONG DEDICATION AND LEADERSHIP TO ADVANCING STUDENTS BY CREATING EXCEPTIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR THEIR PROGRESSION

      H-12

      PROTECTION OF OUR WORKFORCE

      H-13

      MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) PREPAREDNESS FOR HURRICANE SEASON DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC (REVISED)

      H-14

      SANITATION PROTOCOLS, PRACTICES AND POLICY (REVISED)

       

      Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

      I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

      I-1

      CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

      Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.

       

      ADJOURNMENT
      08.12.20



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      AGENDA SECTIONS



      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

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      OFFICIAL AGENDA

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      REVISED ANNOUNCEMENT

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      The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
      REGULAR BOARD MEETING
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      September 9, 2020
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      PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, August 31, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the tab Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. \r\nA citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net or may call 305-731-2377 and provide your comments through the dedicated School Board of Miami-Dade County, Fl public comment voicemail. The written comments will be read and the two (2) minute messages will be played during the virtual School Board meeting. All submissions must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, so that your comments can be read or played into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item.

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      Please be sure to state your name in the message as NO anonymous comments will be accepted. Additionally, comments containing vulgar or inappropriate language will not be played. DEADLINE FOR COMMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN THIS MEETING IS 4:30 PM Tuesday, September 8, 2020. After that time, comments will only be accepted in writing by email at Agendacomments@dadeschools.net.. and may be heard at The Boards discretion. All public comments timely received as stated will be attached to the meeting minutes.

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      For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

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      Speakers Supplemental List for the Regular Board Meeting.

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      SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
      \r\n September 9, 2020
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      \r\n (Live Streaming Only)

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      (SEE ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPTIONS PROVIDED BELOW)

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      The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Second Budget Public Hearing which can be found by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public Hearing may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 390 words to the email address publichearing@dadeschools.net or may call 305-731-2377 and provide your comments through the dedicated School Board of Miami-Dade County, Fl public comment voicemail. The written comments will be read and the three (3) minute messages will be played during the virtual School Board meeting. All submissions must be received by noon on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, so that your comments can be read or played into the record. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

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      Please be sure to state your name in the message as NO anonymous comments will be accepted. Additionally, comments containing vulgar or inappropriate language will not be played. DEADLINE FOR COMMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN THIS MEETING IS NOON Tuesday, September 8, 2020. After that time, comments will only be accepted in writing by email at publichearing@dadeschools.net and may be heard at The Boards discretion. All public comments timely received as stated will be attached to the meeting minutes.

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      The regular public meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m. The Second Budget Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2020-2021 Budget will begin at 6:00 p.m.

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      Speakers Supplemental List for the Second Budget Public Hearing. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below

       

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      1:00 P. M.

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      CALL TO ORDER

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      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

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      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

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      AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

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      DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

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      CONSENT AGENDA

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      APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

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      APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: August 12, 2020

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      NOTE: \tAGENDA ITEMS E-14, E-15 and E-16 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

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      A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

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      C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

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      C-1

      REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR (WITHDRAWN)

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      D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

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      2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD
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      D-21

      REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 AND JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

      D-22

      REQUEST FOR

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      1. AUTHORIZATION TO ADD READING DIFFICULTIES, DISABILITIES, AND DYSLEXIA COMPONENT TO THE DISTRICT 2019-2024 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG (PLC);
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      2. APPROVAL FOR THE CONTINUATION OF THE DISTRICT 2019-2024 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG (PLC), INCLUSIVE OF THE ADDITIONAL COMPONENT
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      D-23

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN’S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

      D-55

      (REVISED)

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      1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
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      2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION\r\n PENDING APPEAL
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      D-66

      REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM AUGUST 31, 2020 THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2023.

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      E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

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      APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020

      E-2

      NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR APRIL, MAY AND JUNE 2020

      E-14

      ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2020-21

      E-15

      ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

      E-16

      FINAL ADOPTION OF THE FY 2020-21 BUDGET (REVISED)

      E-17

      RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2019-20 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-18

      RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2019-20 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-19

      RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2019-20 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-20

      RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2019-20 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-21

      RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2019-20 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-22

      RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND AND RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-23

      RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2019-20 Internal Service Fund FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-24

      RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 fiduciary Fund \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

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      RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2019-20 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-26

      ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1 ON THE USE OF FY 2020-21 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY

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      APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES AND COMPOSITE RATE FOR THE DISTRICT’S SELF-INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2021, AND CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES

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      AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-020-HR \u2013 FULL-SERVICE PLUMBING AND GENERAL REPAIRS

      E-142

      AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-014-HR \u2013 BREAD AND BREAD PRODUCTS

      E-143

      AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-047- CM - ELIGIBILITY FOR PROVIDING STATE LICENSED BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CHILD-CARE SERVICES ON-SITE FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, K-8 CENTERS, MIDDLE SCHOOLS, AND CENTERS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION

      E-201

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

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      F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

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      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH (“CITY”), FOR USE OF THE BASKETBALL COURTS AT MIAMI BEACH SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1050 FOURTH STREET, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139

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      AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

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      COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR NEW 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION, AT WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER, (A REUSE OF CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY 12- CLASSROOM ADDITION), PROJECT NUMBER 02099200 (REVISED)

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      CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

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      AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01619800

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      AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

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      G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

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      INITIAL READING: TO REPEAL POLICY 8453, DIRECT CONTACT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES, AND REPLACE IT WITH POLICY 8453, CONTROL OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (REVISED)

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      H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING ASSISTANT SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY MELINDA \u201cMINDY\u201d MCNICHOLS FOR EMBODYING THE TENETS OF THE 19TH AMENDMENT OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION BY ADVANCING THE ROLE OF WOMEN (REVISED)

      H-4

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE ENDORSEMENT OF SEPTEMBER 2020 AS NATIONAL CHILDHOOD OBESITY AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING CITY YEAR MIAMI\u2019S MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY OF SERVICE AT SOUTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (REVISED)

      H-6

      MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2020 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH (REVISED)

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      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 18-24, 2020, AND ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE INCLUSION OF SAFE DRIVING SKILLS IN THE CURRICULUM AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS (REVISED)

      H-8

      SCHOOL BOARD ENCOURAGE THE INCLUSION OF ETHICAL GOVERNANCE IN THE CURRICULUM AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER (REVISED)

      H-9

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENTRECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

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      FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OPERATIONAL, AND INSTRUCTIONAL FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A PARENTAL CHOICE OPTION FOR ONLINE SCHOOL HOUSE LEARNING CENTERS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) UTILIZING THE MY SCHOOL ONLINE MODEL (REVISED)

      H-11

      ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 19TH AMENDMENT AND WOMEN’S CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO VOTE (REVISED)

      H-12

      COVID-19 SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (REVISED)

      H-13

      SCHOOL OPENING, DISTANCE LEARNING AND RELATED \r\nPROGRAMS (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)\r\n

      H-14

      AUDIT/REVIEW OF THE DISTRICT\u2019S READINESS AND CAPABILITIES IN THE ACQUISITION OF A LARGE-SCALE INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

      H-15

      AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS & RESOURCES (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

      H-16

      MY SCHOOL ONLINE PLATFORM POWERED BY THE K12 CONTRACT (GOOD CAUSE)

      H-17

      IMPACT OF RECENT CYBER SECURITY ATTACKS ON MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (GOOD CAUSE)

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA CREATE A DISTRICTWIDE DISTANCE LEARNING AND REMOTE WORK POLICY (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

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      Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

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      CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

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      Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.

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      ADJOURNMENT
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      AGENDA SECTIONS



      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

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      Miami, Florida

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      OFFICIAL AGENDA

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      REVISED ANNOUNCEMENT

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      (SEE ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPTIONS PROVIDED BELOW)

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      The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
      REGULAR BOARD MEETING
      1:00 P.M.
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      September 9, 2020
      6:00 P.M
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      PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than at 11:00 a.m., on Monday, August 31, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the tab Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. \r\nA citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net or may call 305-731-2377 and provide your comments through the dedicated School Board of Miami-Dade County, Fl public comment voicemail. The written comments will be read and the two (2) minute messages will be played during the virtual School Board meeting. All submissions must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, so that your comments can be read or played into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item.

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      Please be sure to state your name in the message as NO anonymous comments will be accepted. Additionally, comments containing vulgar or inappropriate language will not be played. DEADLINE FOR COMMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN THIS MEETING IS 4:30 PM Tuesday, September 8, 2020. After that time, comments will only be accepted in writing by email at Agendacomments@dadeschools.net.. and may be heard at The Boards discretion. All public comments timely received as stated will be attached to the meeting minutes.

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      For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

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      Speakers Supplemental List for the Regular Board Meeting.

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      SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING
      \r\n September 9, 2020
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      (SEE ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENT OPTIONS PROVIDED BELOW)

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      The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Second Budget Public Hearing which can be found by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public Hearing may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 390 words to the email address publichearing@dadeschools.net or may call 305-731-2377 and provide your comments through the dedicated School Board of Miami-Dade County, Fl public comment voicemail. The written comments will be read and the three (3) minute messages will be played during the virtual School Board meeting. All submissions must be received by noon on Tuesday, September 8, 2020, so that your comments can be read or played into the record. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

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      Please be sure to state your name in the message as NO anonymous comments will be accepted. Additionally, comments containing vulgar or inappropriate language will not be played. DEADLINE FOR COMMENTS TO BE INCLUDED IN THIS MEETING IS NOON Tuesday, September 8, 2020. After that time, comments will only be accepted in writing by email at publichearing@dadeschools.net and may be heard at The Boards discretion. All public comments timely received as stated will be attached to the meeting minutes.

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      The regular public meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m. The Second Budget Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2020-2021 Budget will begin at 6:00 p.m.

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      Speakers Supplemental List for the Second Budget Public Hearing. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below

       

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      1:00 P. M.

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      CALL TO ORDER

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      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

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      MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

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      AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

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      DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

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      CONSENT AGENDA

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      APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

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      APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: August 12, 2020

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      NOTE: \tAGENDA ITEMS E-14, E-15 and E-16 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

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      A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

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      C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

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      REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR (WITHDRAWN)

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      D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

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      2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD
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      REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 AND JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

      D-22

      REQUEST FOR

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      1. AUTHORIZATION TO ADD READING DIFFICULTIES, DISABILITIES, AND DYSLEXIA COMPONENT TO THE DISTRICT 2019-2024 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG (PLC);
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      2. APPROVAL FOR THE CONTINUATION OF THE DISTRICT 2019-2024 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG (PLC), INCLUSIVE OF THE ADDITIONAL COMPONENT
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      D-23

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN’S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

      D-55

      (REVISED)

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      1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
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      2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION\r\n PENDING APPEAL
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      D-66

      REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM AUGUST 31, 2020 THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2023.

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      E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

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      E-1

      APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020

      E-2

      NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR APRIL, MAY AND JUNE 2020

      E-14

      ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2020-21

      E-15

      ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

      E-16

      FINAL ADOPTION OF THE FY 2020-21 BUDGET (REVISED)

      E-17

      RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2019-20 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-18

      RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2019-20 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-19

      RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2019-20 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-20

      RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2019-20 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-21

      RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2019-20 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-22

      RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND AND RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-23

      RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2019-20 Internal Service Fund FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-24

      RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2019-20 fiduciary Fund \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-25

      RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2019-20 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

      E-26

      ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1 ON THE USE OF FY 2020-21 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY

      E-66

      APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES AND COMPOSITE RATE FOR THE DISTRICT’S SELF-INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2021, AND CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES

      E-141

      AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-020-HR \u2013 FULL-SERVICE PLUMBING AND GENERAL REPAIRS

      E-142

      AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-014-HR \u2013 BREAD AND BREAD PRODUCTS

      E-143

      AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-047- CM - ELIGIBILITY FOR PROVIDING STATE LICENSED BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CHILD-CARE SERVICES ON-SITE FOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS, K-8 CENTERS, MIDDLE SCHOOLS, AND CENTERS FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION

      E-201

      REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

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      F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

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      AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH (“CITY”), FOR USE OF THE BASKETBALL COURTS AT MIAMI BEACH SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1050 FOURTH STREET, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139

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      AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

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      COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR NEW 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION, AT WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER, (A REUSE OF CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY 12- CLASSROOM ADDITION), PROJECT NUMBER 02099200 (REVISED)

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      CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

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      AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01619800

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      AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

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      INITIAL READING: TO REPEAL POLICY 8453, DIRECT CONTACT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES, AND REPLACE IT WITH POLICY 8453, CONTROL OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (REVISED)

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      H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING ASSISTANT SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY MELINDA \u201cMINDY\u201d MCNICHOLS FOR EMBODYING THE TENETS OF THE 19TH AMENDMENT OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION BY ADVANCING THE ROLE OF WOMEN (REVISED)

      H-4

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE ENDORSEMENT OF SEPTEMBER 2020 AS NATIONAL CHILDHOOD OBESITY AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING CITY YEAR MIAMI\u2019S MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY OF SERVICE AT SOUTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (REVISED)

      H-6

      MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2020 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH (REVISED)

      H-7

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 18-24, 2020, AND ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE INCLUSION OF SAFE DRIVING SKILLS IN THE CURRICULUM AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS (REVISED)

      H-8

      SCHOOL BOARD ENCOURAGE THE INCLUSION OF ETHICAL GOVERNANCE IN THE CURRICULUM AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER (REVISED)

      H-9

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENTRECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

      H-10

      FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OPERATIONAL, AND INSTRUCTIONAL FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A PARENTAL CHOICE OPTION FOR ONLINE SCHOOL HOUSE LEARNING CENTERS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) UTILIZING THE MY SCHOOL ONLINE MODEL (REVISED)

      H-11

      ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 19TH AMENDMENT AND WOMEN’S CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO VOTE (REVISED)

      H-12

      COVID-19 SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGMENT (REVISED)

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      SCHOOL OPENING, DISTANCE LEARNING AND RELATED \r\nPROGRAMS (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)\r\n

      H-14

      AUDIT/REVIEW OF THE DISTRICT\u2019S READINESS AND CAPABILITIES IN THE ACQUISITION OF A LARGE-SCALE INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

      H-15

      AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS & RESOURCES (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

      H-16

      MY SCHOOL ONLINE PLATFORM POWERED BY THE K12 CONTRACT (GOOD CAUSE)

      H-17

      IMPACT OF RECENT CYBER SECURITY ATTACKS ON MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (GOOD CAUSE)

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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA CREATE A DISTRICTWIDE DISTANCE LEARNING AND REMOTE WORK POLICY (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

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      ADJOURNMENT
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      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

      Miami, Florida

       

      OFFICIAL AGENDA

       

      SEPTEMBER 14, 2020           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING           1:00 P.M
      Notice of Live Streaming Only of Special Board Meeting

       

      PURPOSE: To consider items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. This Special Board Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis’ Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 1:00 p.m., on Friday, September 11, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item may submit their comments in writing via-email of up to 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net or may call 305-731-2377 and provide your comments through the dedicated School Board of Miami-Dade County, Fl public comment voicemail. The written comments will be read and the two (2) minute messages will be played during the virtual School Board meeting. All submissions must be received by noon on Sunday, September 13, 2020, so that your comments can be read or played into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent’s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

      Regular Speakers List and Speakers Supplemental List for the Special School Board Meeting.

       

      The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

       

      1:00 P.M

       

      CALL TO ORDER

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

       

      PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

       

       

       

      MOMENT OF SILENCE MEDITATION

       

       

       

      AGENDA ITEMS

       

       

       

        
      SP-1SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS
        
      RECOMMENDED:

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, receive the Superintendent’s Informational report to the School Board and community.

      SP-2REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 AND JOB DESCRIPTION
        
      RECOMMENDED:

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

      1. Establish and classify Executive Director, Educational Equity, Access & Diversity (EEAD), MEP, paygrade 22, Office of Educational Equity, Access & Diversity.

      2. Approve the recommendation for appointment to be effective September 15, 2020, or as soon thereafter as can be facilitated, and authorize compensation adjustments upon appointment and thereafter as stipulated in the agenda item.

        
      SP-3

      COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR NEW 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION, AT WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER, (A REUSE OF CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY 12- CLASSROOM ADDITION), PROJECT NUMBER 02099200

        
      RECOMMENDED:

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, commission Rodriguez Architects, Inc., as Architect/Engineer of Record for New Classroom Addition at West Homestead K-8 Center, (a reuse of Coral Park Elementary), located at 1550 S.W. 6 Street, Homestead, Florida 33030, Project Number 02099200 as follows:

      1. A lump sum fee of $145,000 for Basic Services; and
      2. Project scope and all terms and conditions as set forth in the Agreement and the body of the agenda item.
        
      SP-4

      AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT RICHMOND HEIGHTS MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01619800

        
      RECOMMENDED:

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, award to Veitia Padron, Incorporated, the General Obligation Bond funded renovations project at Richmond Heights Middle School; Project Number 01619800; on the basis of the lowest adjusted Base Bid in the amount of $3,574,756.78.

        
        
      SP-6

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING ASSISTANT SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY MELINDA “MINDY” MCNICHOLS FOR EMBODYING THE TENETS OF THE 19TH AMENDMENT OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION BY ADVANCING THE ROLE OF WOMEN

        
      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, join in recognizing Assistant School Board Attorney Melinda “Mindy” McNichols for embodying the tenets of the 19th Amendment of the United States Constitution and thereby Advancing the Role of Women.

        
      SP-7

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE ENDORSEMENT OF SEPTEMBER 2020 AS NATIONAL CHILDHOOD OBESITY AWARENESS MONTH

        

      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve the endorsement of September 2020 as National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month.

        
      SP-8

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING CITY YEAR MIAMI’S MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. DAY OF SERVICE AT SOUTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

        
      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize City Year Miami’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service at South Hialeah Elementary School.

        
      SP-9

      MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2020 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH

        

      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October 2020, as National Principals Month in Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

        
      SP-10

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 18-24, 2020, AND ENCOURAGEMENT FOR THE INCLUSION OF SAFE DRIVING SKILLS IN THE CURRICULUM AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS

        

      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse the National Teen Driver Safety Week, October 18-24, 2020, and encourage the inclusion of safe driving skills in the curriculum at all District senior high schools.

        
      SP-11

      SCHOOL BOARD ENCOURAGE THE INCLUSION OF ETHICAL GOVERNANCE IN THE CURRICULUM AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS DURING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER

        
      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, encourage the inclusion of Ethical Governance in the curriculum at all District high schools during the month of October. .

        
      SP-12

      SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENTRECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

        
      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      CHAIR PERLA TABARES HANTMAN

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, endorse October as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and request that the Superintendent distribute educational information throughout Miami-Dade County Public Schools.

        
      SP-13

      FINANCIAL, LEGAL, OPERATIONAL, AND INSTRUCTIONAL FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING A PARENTAL CHOICE OPTION FOR ONLINE SCHOOL HOUSE LEARNING CENTERS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) UTILIZING THE MY SCHOOL ONLINE MODEL

        

      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

      1. direct the Superintendent of Schools, in collaboration with the School Board Attorney, to research and analyze the financial, legal, operational, and instructional feasibility of establishing a parental choice option for online school house learning centers in Miami-Dade County Public Schools (M-DCPS) utilizing the My School Online Model pursuant to the four guiding principles of the reopening of schools;
      2. provide a report to the Board by September 24, 2020; and
      3. based on the report to the Board, if it is deemed appropriate and within CDC guidelines, state and/or local health requirements, authorize the Superintendent of Schools to implement a parental choice option for online school house learning centers in Miami-Dade County Public Schools by October 5, 2020.
        
      SP-14

      ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 19TH AMENDMENT AND WOMEN’S CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TO VOTE

        

      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      DR. LUBBY NAVARRO

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, recognize August 18, 2020 as the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment to U.S. Constitution granting women the right to vote.

        
      SP-15

      COVID-19 SAFETY ACKNOWLEDGMENT

        

      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      DR. DOROTHY BENDROSS-MINDINGALL

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

      1. collaborate with the School Board Attorney as needed to create a Safety Acknowledgment document that is intended to fortify Miami-Dade providing a safe learning environment;
      2. examine and evaluate the practicality of said document as it relates to liability, acknowledgment, and cooperation; and
      3. provide an update to the Board of the document upon completion by October 21, 2020 School Board meeting.
        
      SP-16

      THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FLORIDA CREATE A DISTRICTWIDE DISTANCE LEARNING AND REMOTE WORK POLICY

        

      ACTION PROPOSED BY:
      MS. SUSIE V. CASTILLO

      That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, direct the Superintendent to:

      1. create a Districtwide Distance Learning and Remote Work Policy;
      2. incorporate annual employee cyber training into this policy;
      3. implement a multi-factor authentication method to provide one more layer of protection from cyber-attacks; and
      4. report back to the Board by October 14, 2020 at the Personnel, Student, School, and Community Support Committee meeting.
        

      Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

      CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

      Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.

       
       

      ADJOURNMENT

       

      Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

      /pr
      09.14.20



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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING           11:00 A.M
Notice of Live Streaming Only of Special Board Meeting

 

PURPOSE: To discuss School reopening. This Special Board Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis\u2019 Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Saturday, September 19, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item may submit their comments by calling 305-731-2377 and leaving a recorded voice message through the dedicated School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida public comment voicemail that will be played during the virtual School Board meeting. Please be sure to state your name in the message as NO anonymous comments will be accepted. Additionally, comments containing profanity, vulgar, or inappropriate language are prohibited by Board Policy and will not be broadcast. A citizen wishing to comment on an Agenda item may submit their comment in writing via-email of up t6o 250 words to the email address Agendacomments@dadeschools.net which will be inserted into the record but not read at the virtual meeting. Citizens wishing to submit comments may not submit both written and voice messages to the same agenda item. All submissions must be received by noon on Sunday, September 20, 2020, so that your comments can be entered into the record and addressed by The School Board under the specific agenda item. For further information, email the Superintendent\u2019s Agenda Office at Agendaoffice@dadeschools.net If you have difficulty accessing the live meeting please contact the District at 305-995-1000.

Speakers Supplemental List (voicemail) and Speakers Supplemental List (written).

 

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

11:00 A.M

 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE MEDITATION

 

 

 

AGENDA ITEMS

 

 

 

  
SP-1IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL REOPENING PLAN FOR 2020/2021 UNDER PHASE 2 COMMUNITY CONDITIONS INCLUDING THE LAUNCH OF THE SCHOOLHOUSE MODEL
  
RECOMMENDED:

That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize the Superintendent\u2019s implementation of the School Reopening Plan for 2020/2021 under Phase 2 community conditions including the recommended phased launch of the Schoolhouse model based on parental choice.

 
 
ADJOURNMENT

09.21.20

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING           1:00 P.M
SBAB AUDITORIUM

 

PURPOSE: Consideration of school reopening schedule. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes. An agenda will be available at 1:00 p.m., on September 27, 2020. A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, by noon on Monday, September 28, 2020. For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center 305-995-1128.

Speakers Supplemental List for the Special School Board Meeting.To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

1:00 P.M.

School Board Administration Building, Auditorium 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE MEDITATION

 

 

 

  
SP-1CONSIDERATION OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 SCHOOLHOUSE REOPENING DATES (REVISED)
  
RECOMMENDED:

That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida,

1. consider revising the adopted school reopening timeline to allow a return of students to in-person schooling as early as October 5, 2020, with a non-opt teacher planning day set for October 2, 2020; and

2. authorize the Superintendent to take actions necessary to secure the Florida Department of Education\u2019s approval of the revised reopening timeline, including a potential staggered deployment of the schoolhouse model, with a student start date of October 5, 2020, in order to ensure the District remains eligible for the reporting flexibility and financial continuity guaranteed under Emergency Order 2020-EO-06.

3.sustain its previously adopted action with staggered starting dates not to begin prior to October 14, 2020 and fully operational by October 21, 2020, and authorize the Superintendent to submit an amended Innovative Reopening Plan to the FLDOE.

 
 
ADJOURNMENT

09.29.20

 
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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 21, 2020 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 1:00 P. M

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis\u2019 Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements, and School Board Policy 0165. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, October 12, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. A citizen wishing to speak to an agenda item should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, by 4:30 p.m., Monday, October 19, 2020. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33128. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering for their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

1:00 P. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • September 9, 2020 Regular School Board Meeting
  • September 14, 2020 Special School Board Meeting
  • September 21, 2020 Special School Board Meeting
  • September 29, 2020 Special School Board Meeting

 

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)
 

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2020-2021 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS

C-2

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS (SIPs)

C-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR (REVISED)

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1136

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN’S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

D-23

REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUBMISSION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS SAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR 2020-2021 TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION\u00a0

D-55

(REVISED 2)

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2020

E-86

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-87

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS’ 2019-2020 ANNUAL REPORT

E-88

AGREED-UPON PROCEDURES ASSOCIATED WITH CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC FUNDING AND EXPENDITURES

E-89

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND STUDENT TRANSPORTATION FOR THE FYE JUNE 30, 2019 \u2013 REPORT NO. 2021-003

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-069-MV \u2013 CUSTODIAL CLEANING EQUIPMENT

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-050-MJ \u2013 TRANSMISSIONS - FACTORY REBUILT

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-055-MC- PLASTIC CAN LINERS

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-014-HR \u2013 BREAD AND BREAD PRODUCTS

E-146

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-010-CM - RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES (WITHDRAWN)

E-147

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-011-CM - TRANSPARENCY TOOLS FOR M-DCPS HEALTHCARE PLAN

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A NEW LEASE AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION (“KIPP MIAMI”), FOR KIPP MIAMI’S USE OF CLASSROOM AND ANCILLARY SPACE AT POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY, FOR THE OPERATION OF A SCHOOL OF HOPE CHARTER SCHOOL

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION (“KIPP MIAMI”), FOR KIPP MIAMI’S USE OF CLASSROOM AND ANCILLARY SPACE AT MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL, FOR THE OPERATION OF A SCHOOL OF HOPE CHARTER SCHOOL

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG WYNWOOD HAUS, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 224-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

F-4

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 700 EDGEWATER DEVELOPMENT, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 103-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

F-5

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG NOBE CREEK, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 70-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-6

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG BISCAYNE AND 20TH STREET, LLC (THE \u201cPROPERTY OWNER\u201d) AND 2000 BISCAYNE PROPERTY OWNER, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 393-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

F-7

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG LANCELOT MIAMI RIVER, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 430-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

F-8

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG PMG-GREYBROOK 400 BISCAYNE TRUSTEE LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AUTHORIZED TO TRANSACT BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA, AS TRUSTEE OF THE 400 BISCAYNE LAND TRUST PURSUANT TO THE 400 BISCAYNE LAND TRUST AGREEMENT, DATED AS OF JANUARY 12, 2018 (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 646-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-9

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM BRISAS DEL RIO APARTMENTS, LLC, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 850 NW 13 COURT, CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA 33125

F-10

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM HTG RAINBOW HOUSING, LTD, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 301 NW 17 STREET, CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136

F-11

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM CORAL WAY REAL ESTATE PARTNERS, LLC, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 9101 SW 24 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165

F-26

COMMISSION OF ZYSCOVICH, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW SCHOOL FACILITY TO REPLACE PORTABLES AT HERBERT A. AMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01894900

F-27

COMMISSION OF SUFFOLK CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR NEW SCHOOL FACILITY (GRADES 6-8) AND WORKFORCE HOUSING (BRICKELL AREA), PROJECT NUMBER 01777200

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE DR. TONI BILBAO PREPARATORY ACADEMY SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01999900

F-42

AWARD TO FLORIDA LEMARK CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS, ADDITION AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT M.A. MILAM K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01423600

F-43

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW P.E. SHELTER PROJECT AT EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01423200

F-44

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO H.A. CONTRACTING CORP. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01508400

F-45

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT CORAL WAY K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01528300

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: TO REPEAL POLICY 8453, DIRECT CONTACT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES, AND REPLACE IT WITH POLICY 8453, CONTROL OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAWS 0124, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT; 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST; 0156, LEGAL COUNSEL; 0157, INSPECTOR GENERAL; AND POLICIES 1030, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS; 1129, 3129, 4129, CONFLICT OF INTEREST; AND 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS

G-3

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 5517, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT (STUDENTS); 5517.02, DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS; 5517.03, DATING VIOLENCE OR ABUSE; 2260, NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY; 5610, SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION OF STUDENTS

G-4

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1362, 3362, 4362, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT, AND 1362.02, 3362.02, 4362.02, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE

G-5

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1210, 3210, 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT; 1210.01, 3210.01, 4210.01, CODE OF ETHICS

G-6

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE

G-7

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES, AND ACCOMPANYING PROCEDURES MANUAL

G-8

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 7540, Computer Technology and Networks, 7540.01, TECHNOLOGY PRIVACY, 7540.04, Staff Responsible Use of Technology, Social Media, and District Network Systems, 2450, ADULT, POST-SECONDARY, CAREER TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION, 5112, Entrance Requirements, 6233, District Budget, 2410, School Health Services Program, and 9143, SECURE OUR FUTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

G-9

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. Linda Thigpen, \u00a0DOAH Case No. \u00a019-3521TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BULLYING PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-4

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE THE “CLICK IT OR TICKET” NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT MOBILIZATION CAMPAIGN, FROM NOVEMBER 16 THROUGH 29, 2020 (REVISED)

H-5

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE NOVEMBER 19, 2020, AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-6

PROCUREMENT POLICIES AND VENDOR DONATIONS (WITHDRAWN)

H-7

SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETINGS WITH HEALTH EXPERTS

H-8

STUDENT PLEDGES (REVISED)

H-9

AMENDING SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS, TO ESTABLISH A TIME CERTAIN FOR THE COMPLETION OF ALL BOARD MEETINGS (WITHDRAWN)

H-10

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2020 AS NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-11

MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK, NOVEMBER 22-28, 2020 (REVISED)

H-12

MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY LITERACY DAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2020 (REVISED)

H-13

CARES ACT FUNDING AND TEACHER SUPPLY FLEXIBILITY (REVISED 2)

H-14

SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165.1 (REVISED 2)

H-15

ACADEMIC ACCOUNTABILITY AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-16

ROW HARD OR ROW HOME AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-18

OFFERING CHOICE THROUGH VIRTUAL PLATFORMS

H-19

EXTENDING CHOICE TO TRANSFORM EDUCATION (REVISED)

H-20

POLITICAL BIASES

H-21

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING VERIZON AND THE INNOVATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DIGITAL PROMISE (REVISED)

H-22

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING THE 2020 AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEEES, LOCAL 1184 (AFSCME) EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR AND CUSTODIAN OF THE YEAR, MR. ATRAVIUS SMITH, HEAD CUSTODIAN AT JOHN A. FERGUSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

H-23

ADVOCATE FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE FUNDING HOLD HARMLESS FOR THE FULL FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 AND A HOLD HARMLESS ON THE CONSEQUENCES RELATED TO THE STATE ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

H-24

COUNCIL OF GREAT CITY SCHOOLS 64th ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE UPDATE (GOOD CAUSE)

H-25

AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES GOVERNING DIRECT SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS, BUSINESS ETHICS, AND SOLICITATION/ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

H-26

REVIEW OF COMPLIANCE WITH PROCUREMENT POLICIES FOR COVID RELATED GOODS AND SERVICES (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
10.21.20



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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

NOVEMBER 17, 2020   INSTALLATION CEREMONY  10:00 A.M.
SBAB AUDITORIUM

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or request4appearance@dadeschools.net , NO LATER THAN NOON, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2020.

Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes. It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary. If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting. At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed. The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33128. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering for their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

 

10:00 A.M.

INSTALLATION CEREMONY \u2013 School Board Administration Building Auditorium

WELCOME

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

OATH OF OFFICE

ORGANIZATION MEETING \u2013 School Board Administration Building Auditorium

CALL TO ORDER \u2013 Superintendent Presiding

  1. Welcome \u2013 Superintendent
  2. Explanation of Procedures \u2013 Board Attorney
  3. Election of Chair
  4. Election of Vice Chair
  5. Agenda Item SP-1 \u2013 Authorization of Signature of Board Officers  

MOTION: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law.

  1. Agenda Item SP-2 \u2013 Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2021.

 

ADJOURNMENT

 

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11.17.20

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

NOVEMBER 18, 2020  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    1:00 P. M.*
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 9, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net , NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2020. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

*The Board meeting will commence at 1:00pm because the 11:00am start time reserved for Board members’ presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33128. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering for their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

1:00 P. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: October 21, 2020 Regular School Board Meeting

 

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)
A-2ADOPTION OF EMERGENCY POLICY 9140e, BOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING DURING DECLARED COVID-19 EMERGENCY (GOOD CAUSE)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE CHARTER SCHOOL COLOCATION SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR KIPP MIAMI, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION (“KIPP MIAMI”), FOR SERVICES AT THE POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CAMPUS AND THE MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS

C-100

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:
1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING
2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 45

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 (REVISED)

D-22

APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - MS. LUCIA BAEZ

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
(REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF A NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT WITH BRIDGEPREP ACADEMY, INC.

D-66

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2020-2021 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2020

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JULY, AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2020

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-037-EA \u2013 WASTEWATER AND POTABLE WATER TREATMENT FACILITIES, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-077-HR \u2013 WATER-BASED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS, INSPECTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE CONTRACT

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-018-HR \u2013 HVAC AND CONTROLS: REPLACE, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL

E-145

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-19-044-CM \u2013 AMERICAN SIGN INTERPRETATION / TRANSLITERATION, CAPTION AND/OR COMPUTER ASSISTED TRANSCRIPTION (CART) SERVICES

E-146

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-002-MV \u2013 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

E-147

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-006-MV \u2013 TREE, PALM AND SHRUB PRUNING/REMOVAL

E-148

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-007-MV \u2013 DEMOLITION OF PORTABLE CLASSROOMS AND SITE RESTORATION

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

E-202

ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2021 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH (“CITY”), FOR USE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AT MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2231 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA 33139

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 34 PLAZA, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 560-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-26

COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE I BUILDING ADDITION FOR REPLACEMENT OF BUILDINGS 1 & 2, AT CHARLES R. DREW K-8 CENTER, (A REUSE OF COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEW, THREE-STORY CLASSROOM BUILDING), PROJECT NUMBER 01528200

F-27

COMMISSION OF ABSOLUTE CIVIL ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS, L.L.C., TO PROVIDE BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT (BCC) DOCUMENT REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR FOUR YEARS WITH EXTENSIONS AT THE OPTION OF THE BOARD (WITHDRAWN)

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO VERCETTI ENTERPRISES LLC, THE NEW ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT FAIRLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01767500

F-42

AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE I, K-8 CONVERSION AT BISCAYNE GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL/THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01432800; AND THE PHASE II REPLACEMENT OF BUILDING 01 AT PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01775600

F-44

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT DR. HENRY W. MACK/WEST LITTLE RIVER K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01443200

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAWS 0165.1, AGENDAS; AND 0122, BOARD POWERS (REVISED)

G-2

IINITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 9215, DIRECT-SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS; 6460, BUSINESS CODE OF ETHICS; AND 1129, CONFLICT OF INTEREST

G-3

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. BLUCHER MENELAS, DOAH Case No. 19-6566TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) COVID-19 GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES MANUAL AND COVID-19 PARENT HANDBOOK

H-5

BOARD EFFICIENCY (REVISED)

H-6

REVIEW OF BOARD-APPROVED INITIAL COMPENSATION AND ANNUAL SALARY INCREASES FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (MEP)

H-7

REVIEW OF COVID-19 RELATED PROCEDURES FOR IDENTIFICATION, NOTIFICATION, QUARANTINE AND TESTING

H-8

NOTIFICATION OF COVID-19 CASES IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM

H-9

SEEKING REQUIREMENTS THAT NOTICE BE PROVIDED TO THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS OF PLANNED DEVELOPMENTS THAT MAY IMPACT PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-10

PROVIDING GUIDANCE TO INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ON HOW TO PROPERLY ADDRESS POLITICAL VIEWPOINTS AND CONTROVERSIAL ISSUES IN THE CLASSROOM (REVISED)

H-11

REVIEW AND UPDATE OF PROCUREMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.

 

ADJOURNMENT
11.18.20



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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

DECEMBER 9, 2020  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    1:00 P. M.*
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m.,\u00a0\u00a0 Monday, November 30, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2020.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

*The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members’ presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing\u00a0 https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

1:00 P. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • November 17, 2020 School Board Organization Meeting
  • November 18, 2020 Regular School Board Meeting

 

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

A-2

APPROVAL OF SPRING 2021 EDUCATION PLAN (GOOD CAUSE)

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

 

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1138

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021

D-22

INITIAL READING:\u00a0 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 1120.01 MANUAL OF PROCEDURES FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

D-23

REQUEST APPROVAL OF AMENDED I0 AND G0 SALARY SCHEDULES

D-55

DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES

 

 

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2020

E-86

COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT AND AUDITOR’S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-87

AUDIT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AS OF JUNE 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-88INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)
E-89

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-90

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 34 OF 140 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-060-MJ \u2013 GREASE TRAP, SEPTIC TANK & STORM DRAIN PUMP-OUT & REPAIR SERVICES

E-142

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-046-EA \u2013 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION FOR THE LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM\u00a0

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-003-EA \u2013 ELEVATOR SERVICES CONTRACT

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-053-DP \u2013 AUDIOVISUAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-071-MJ \u2013 HVAC PARTS AND SUPPLIES, MANUFACTURER DISCOUNT\u00a0

E-149

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON ITB-17-010-HR - HOOD CLEANING SERVICES

E-151

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-023-EA \u2013 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS (MRO) MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

 

 

AGENDA FOR MEETING OF
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

 

The annual meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

 

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CRP/MAPLE 8300 PARK OWNER, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 356-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (WITHDRAWN)

F-26

COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, L.L.C., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE I, K-8 CONVERSION ADDITION AT HENRY E. S. REEVES K-8 CENTER (A REUSE OF MADIE IVES K-8 CONVERSION BUILDING 04), PROJECT NUMBER 01991600 (REVISED)

F-27

AUTHORIZATION TO EXTEND THE JOB ORDER CONTRACTING SYSTEM CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC., D/B/A THE GORDIAN ASSOCIATES, INC., FOR THE FINAL ONE YEAR AGREEMENT EXTENSION, UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS, AS THE ORIGINAL FOUR (4) YEAR AGREEMENT AND CURRENT ONE (1) YEAR EXTENSION

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ; PROJECT NUMBER 01775600

F-42

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE NEW SCHOOL FACILITY (GRADES 6-8) AND WORKFORCE HOUSING (BRICKELL AREA); PROJECT NUMBER 01777200

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES, AND ACCOMPANYING PROCEDURES MANUAL

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 7540, Computer Technology and Networks, 7540.01, TECHNOLOGY PRIVACY, 7540.04, Staff Responsible Use of Technology, Social Media, and District Network Systems, 2450, ADULT, POST-SECONDARY, CAREER TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION, 5112, Entrance Requirements, 6233, District Budget, 2410, School Health Services Program, and 9143, SECURE OUR FUTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

G-4

ADOPTION OF EMERGENCY POLICY 0165e2, USE OF COMMUNICATIONS MEDIA TECHNOLOGY FOR PARTICIPATION BY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS DURING DECLARED COVID-19 EMERGENCY (GOOD CAUSE)

 

 

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF JANUARY 2021 AS NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH(REVISED)

H-4

RECOGNIZING WORLD AIDS DAY “ENDING THE HIV/AIDS EPIDEMIC: RESILIENCE AND IMPACT” IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-5

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING MR. CARLOS A. GIMENEZ, FORMER MAYOR OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND UNITED STATES HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONGRESSMAN-ELECT, DISTRICT 26, FOR HIS DEDICATION AND COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SERVICE (WITHDRAWN)

H-6

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (REVISED)

H-7

2021 VISION (REVISED)

H-8

POST-SECONDARY RESOURCES FOR UNDOCUMENTED STUDENTS AND MIXED STATUS FAMILIES (REVISED)

H-9

REQUEST TO ADOPT AN EMERGENCY POLICY TO AUTHORIZE PARTICIPATION BY BOARD MEMBERS VIA TELEPHONIC OR VIRTUAL MEANS DURING COMMITTEE AND/OR SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS UNDER EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANCES RELATED TO COVID-19 (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

H-10

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY'S(GOOD CAUSE)

 

 

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
12.09.20



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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 13, 2021  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    1:00 P. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m.,\u00a0\u00a0 Tuesday, December 29, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

*The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members’ presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing\u00a0 https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

1:00 P. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: November 19, 2020

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: December 9, 2020

 

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)
A-2

REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S ORGANIZATIONAL REALIGNMENT (WITHDRAWN)

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1139

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021(REVISED)

D-22

FINAL READING:\u00a0 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 1120.01 MANUAL OF PROCEDURES FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2)RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

(REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR: (REVISED)

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2021-2022 WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 23, 2021

ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2021-2022, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 23, 2021

JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR \u2013 2021-2022, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 7, 2021

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2020

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-010-DP \u2013 FACE SHIELDS AND PROTECTIVE SUITS (REVISED)

E-147

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-012-HR \u2013 MEDICAL SUPPLIES

E-148

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-005-CM - MILLION DOLLAR COMMUNITY LITERACY CHALLENGE - ADULT LITERACY SERVICES, PART 2

E-149

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-011-HR \u2013 HAND SANITIZERS

E-150

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-019-EA \u2013 MAINTENANCE INSPECTION DEFICIENCIES REPAIRS AND RENOVATIONS

E-151

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-081-CM \u2013 EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM CUTLER BAY TOWN CENTRE, LLC, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 10100 SW 186 STREET, TOWN OF CUTLER BAY, FLORIDA 33157

F-2

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM CANNERY ROW AT REDLANDS CROSSING, LLLP FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 14380 SW 261 ST, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33032

F-3

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM HIALEAH HOUSING AUTHORITY FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 2345 WEST 5 AVENUE, HIALEAH, FLORIDA 33010

F-4

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION (\u201cJCS\u201d), FOR CONTINUED USE BY JCS OF A PORTION OF THE MIAMI BEACH FIENBERG/FISHER K-8 CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 610 ESPANOLA WAY, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, TO PROVIDE RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL PROGRAMS TO THE ELDERLY LIVING IN MIAMI BEACH AND SURROUNDING AREAS (REVISED)

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAWS 0165.1, AGENDAS; AND 0122, BOARD POWERS

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 9215, DIRECT-SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS; 6460, BUSINESS CODE OF ETHICS; AND 1129, CONFLICT OF INTEREST

G-3

INITIAL READING: AMENDMENT OF BYLAW 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS

G-4

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. VERDELL L. JACKSON DOAH Case No.\u00a0 20-0431TTS

G-5

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. VERNARD M. WHITLEY, DOAH Case No. \u00a019-6569

G-6

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. GEORGETTE A. LUCAS - DOAH Case No. \u00a020-0433TTS

G-7

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. BLUCHER MENELAS, DOAH Case No. \u00a019-6566TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE MR. SANTIAGO TOBAR POTES AS THE FIRST DACA STUDENT TO RECEIVE A RHODES SCHOLARSHIP AND MS. MARINA ESTEVA FOR HER 37 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE STUDENTS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-4

PRIORITIZING COVID-19 VACCINE FOR TEACHERS AND SCHOOL PERSONNEL AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-5

SCHOOL BOARD CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENTS TO THE MIAMI-DADE VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD (REVISED)

H-6

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2021 AS FLORIDA BICYCLE MONTH AND RECOGNITION OF THE BIKESAFE\u00ae PROGRAM AT DISTRICT’S MIDDLE SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-7

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2021 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-8

ADDITIONAL SUPPORT TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) REGIONAL CENTERS (REVISED)

H-9

OFFICE OF PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS ANNUAL REPORT OF EMPLOYMENT ACTIONS (REVISED)

H-10

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING MS. ASHLEY C. R. VANGATES, 2021 CENTRAL REGION TEACHER OF THE YEAR (REVISED)

H-11

BUDGET LIAISON (REVISED)

H-12

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE JANUARY AS HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-13

2021-2026 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS STRATEGIC BLUEPRINT (REVISED)

H-14

SENIORS FOR SENIORS (REVISED)

H-15PROPOSED 2021 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OF THE GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL BOARDS (REVISED2 GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
01.13.21



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
January 13, 2021
1:00 P.M.*
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:  To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend­ent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.  A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, December 29, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.   A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.  PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 11, 2021.  A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.  The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.  The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

*The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members\u2019 presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of this page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_01252021_SP", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-01-25 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Special Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 25, 2021           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING           11:00 A.M

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss the Superintendent’s reorganization recommendation. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 21, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email at request4appearance@dadeschools.net, \u00a0by noon on Friday, January 22, 2021.\u00a0 For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center 305-995-1128.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the Special School Board Meeting.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

11:00 A.M

 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE MEDITATION

 

 

 

AGENDA ITEMS

 

 

 

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
January 25, 2021
11:00 A.M.*
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:  \u00a0 To discuss the Superintendent’s reorganization recommendation. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Thursday, January 21, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email at request4appearance@dadeschools.net, \u00a0by noon on Friday, January 22, 2021.\u00a0 For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center 305-995-1128.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of this page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

FEBRUARY 10, 2021  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    1:00 P. M.**
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE:\u00a0To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 1, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

**The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members’ presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing\u00a0 https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

1:00 P. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS: January 12, 2021

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: Regular School Board Meeting of January 13, 2021 & Special School Board Meeting of January 25, 2021

 

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

  
SP-1REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S ORGANIZATIONAL REALIGNMENT, RESTRUCTURING, AND REORGANIZATION
  
A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 2460, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:
1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1140
2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 (WITHDRAWN)

D-22

REQUEST BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL TO CONTRACT PERSONNEL FOR OPEN BUDGETED POSITION (GOOD CAUSE)

D-55

1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
(WITHDRAWN)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF NINE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2020

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, AND DECEMBER 2020

E-14

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2020-21 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-15

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2020-21 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-16

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-17

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-18

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER CARES ACT RELIEF FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-19

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2020-21 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-66

RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

E-67

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ISSUE INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE (ITN) # 20-018-CM, INVESTMENT PROVIDERS FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 403(B) PLAN

E-86

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

E-87

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 50 OF 140 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-88

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-89

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-90

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA SINGLE AUDIT REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE UNIFORM GUIDANCE FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 AND THE MANAGEMENT LETTER (REVISED)

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-029-MV \u2013 VACANT LOT MAINTENANCE - MOWING AND FENCE LINE CLEARING

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-068-MJ - ASPHALT PAVING, RESURFACING & DRAINAGE

E-144

CORRECTION OF AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB 19 053 DP \u2013 AUDIOVISUAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES (REVISED)

E-145

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-035-EA \u2013 INSPECTION AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES FOR ELEVATORS AND WHEELCHAIR LIFTS

E-146

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-19-026-CM - SCHOOL INFORMATION SYSTEM/LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (REVISED)

E-147

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-082-CM \u2013 EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES FOR WLRN/TV AND RADIO

E-148

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-083-CM \u2013 EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES OF EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES

E-149

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-009-MV - VIRAL PATHOGEN EQUIPMENT

E-150

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-010-CM - RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES

E-151

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-008-HR \u2013 FIRE ALARM SERVICES

E-152

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-077-MT \u2013 MEDIA MANAGEMENT SERVICES

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

E-202

ADOPTION OF EMERGENCY POLICY 9140e, BOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS DURING DECLARED COVID-19 EMERGENCY

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CRP/MAPLE 8300 PARK OWNER, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 356-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-26

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (A/EPC) SHELTERED MARKET, MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $200,000 EACH, WITH FANJUL & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C

F-27

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK SHELTERED MARKET, SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $1 MILLION EACH, WITH LEE CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC.

F-28

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK SHELTERED MARKET, MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $200,000 EACH, WITH LLORENS CONTRACTING, L.L.C.

F-29

AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE PROCON ENGINEERING, INC. WITH HAMMOND & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND LEED SUB-CONSULTANT FOR KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A., ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT CAROL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01615900

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

INITIAL READING: TO REPEAL SCHOOL BOARD BYLAW 0173, STRATEGIC PLAN, AND REPLACE IT WITH BYLAW 0173, DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN

G-2

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 6114, COST PRINCIPLES FOR FEDERAL FUNDS, AND 6320, PURCHASING, AND TO ADOPT POLICY 6320.07, PROCUREMENT \u2013 FEDERAL GRANTS/FUNDS

G-3

ARTHUR J. GALLAGHER RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC., D/B/A GALLAGHER V. SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA DOAH Case No.: \u00a020-4844BID

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE MS. IRAIDA R. MENDEZ-CARTAYA FOR HER OVER THIRTY YEARS OF SERVICE WITH THE SCHOOL DISTRICT (REVISED 2)

H-5

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZES THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2021 WILSON SCHOLARS (REVISED)

H-6

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) RECOGNIZES NATIONAL BLACK HIV/AIDS AWARENESS DAY ON FEBRUARY 7, 2021 (REVISED)

H-7

EXPANSION OF SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAMS TO MITIGATE NEGATIVE IMPACT ON STUDENT LEARNING CAUSED BY THE PANDEMIC (REVISED)

H-8

EXPANSION OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ POLICE EXPLORER PROGRAM (REVISED)

H-9

ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2, 2021 AS READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (REVISED)

H-10

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MARCH 2021 AS SOCIAL WORK MONTH AND THE WEEK OF MARCH 7-13, 2021 AS SCHOOL SOCIAL WORK WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-11

\u00a0PARENTAL NOTIFICATION REGARDING ACADEMIC PROGRESS (REVISED 2)

H-12

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD SUPPORT FOR FLORIDA\u2019S CHANCELLOR OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS RECENT ACTIONS FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF THE ACCESS TEST TO ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (REVISED 2)

H-13

SCHOOL BOARD JOIN IN PROMOTING APRIL 22, 2021 AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-14

OPERATIONAL UPDATE OF WLRN (REVISED)

H-15

FEBRUARY 2021 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-16

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSIONER
RAQUEL REGALADO FOR HER COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SERVICE AND A SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY TO BE A VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS (WITHDRAWN)

H-17

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS START EARLIER (REVISED)

H-18

COUNCIL OF THE GREAT CITY SCHOOLS EFFORT TO VOLUNTEER THE NATION’S URBAN SCHOOLS WHO WANT TO VOLUNTEER AND PARTICIPATE IN THE DRIVE TO VACCINATE 100 MILLION PEOPLE AND REOPEN SCHOOLS

H-19

ENDORSEMENT OF AND PARTCIPATION IN ACTIVITIES FORNATIONAL NUTRITION MONTH\u00ae AND NATIONAL SCHOOL BREAKFAST WEEK AND RECOGNITION OF EXTRAORDINARY WORK PERFORMED BYFOOD AND NUTRITION EMPLOYEES (REVISED)

H-20

INFORMATION AND GUIDANCE FOR EMPLOYEES ON PANDEMIC-RELATED VACCINATIONS AND WORK OPTIONS (REVISED 2)

H-21

CLOSING THE ACHIEVEMENT GAP IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED 2)

H-22

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA JOIN IN RECOGNITION OF MS. TERESA E. MURPHY FOR BEING NAMED THE 2022 FRANCISCO R. WALKER TEACHER OF THE YEAR (GOOD CAUSE)

H-23

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE NERISSA MANELA FOR BEING NAMED THE 2021 FRANCISCO R. WALKER ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
02.10.2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
February 10, 2021
1:00 P.M.*
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:  To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.  A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 1, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.   A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.  PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2021.  A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.  The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.  The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

*The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members\u2019 presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view  or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing  https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_02182021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-02-18 13:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

FEBRUARY 18, 2021 - A BOARD WORKSHOP - 11:00 A.M.- 1:30 P.M.

 

PURPOSE: To provide an update on the status of metrics included in Vision 20/20, the District’s 2015-2020 Strategic Blueprint.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 11:00 a.m., February 11, 2021. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises..  

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman,
Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

 

PRESENTATION

\u00a0

Selected Cabinet Members

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

2/18/2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
February 18, 2021
11:00 A.M. \u2013 1:30 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To provide an update on the status of metrics included in Vision 20/20, the District’s 2015-2020 Strategic Blueprint.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 11:00 a.m., February 11, 2021. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises." }, { "id": "BD_02252021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-02-25 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

FEBRUARY 25, 2021 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2021-2022 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., February 18, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP 

Mr. Ron Steiger,
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Services

Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members
ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

02.25.2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
BUDGET WORKSHOP
February 25, 2021
10:00 A.M. \u2013 1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2021-2022 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., February 18, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises." }, { "id": "BD_03102021_PH", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-03-10 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Public Hearing", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 10, 2021 - PUBLIC HEARING - 10:00 A.M.
ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
SBAB AUDITORIUM

 

This public hearing is being held, pursuant to \u00a71006.283, Florida Statutes, to address the instructional materials that are being considered for adoption for 2021-2022. A copy of the public hearing agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., March 3, 2021.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the Public Hearing for Instructional Materials considered for adoption should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 2021. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.\u00a0 Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Public Hearing which can be found by accessing\u00a0http://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. \u00a0Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the\u00a0 Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

PUBLIC HEARING ON ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

AGENDA ITEMS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

SP-1PUBLIC HEARING: ADOPTION OF DISTRICT-WIDE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive public comment on the proposed instructional materials adoption in accordance with Florida Law and Board Policy.\u00a0 \u00a0


SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL FOR SP-1

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

/dl
03.10.21



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
public hearing on:
Instructional Material Public Hearing
March 10, 2021
10:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

This public hearing is being held, pursuant to \u00a71006.283, Florida Statutes, to address the instructional materials that are being considered for adoption for 2021-2022. A copy of the public hearing agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., March 3, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the Public Hearing for Instructional Materials considered for adoption should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, MARCH 9, 2021. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_03172021_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-03-17 13:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 17, 2021  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    1:00 P. M.**
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 8, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

*The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members’ presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing\u00a0 http://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast icon on the bottom right of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

1:00 P. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: FEBRUARY 10, 2021 REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

 

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADES K-12 ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS (ELA), GRADES K-12 WORLD LANGUAGES - SPANISH, AND GRADES 9-12 ADVANCED PLACEMENT (AP) FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR

C-100

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 2460, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION\u00a0

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1141

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONPENDING APPEAL

D-66

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE 2020-2022 M-DCPS SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PLAN
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2021

E-86

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-87

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 27 OF 140 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020

E-88

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT’S READINESS AND CAPABILITIES IN THE ACQUISITION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF A LARGE-SCALE INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY PLATFORM

E-89

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 AND INDEPENDENT AUDITORS REPORT

E-141

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-006-CV \u2013 PEST CONTROL EXTERMINATION AND REMOVAL SERVICE

E-142

REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-008-VF - TEENAGE PARENT PREVENTION PROGRAM (TAP) CHILDCARE SERVICES

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-067-MJ - REINFORCED CONCRETE AND RELATED SERVICES (SUPPLY AND INSTALL)

E-146

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-029-MJ - OPTIONAL TEACHER SUPPLIES: AIR PURIFIERS AND SNEEZE GUARDS

E-147

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-079-MJ - CAR WASH SERVICES

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG LENNAR HOMES, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 139-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG ABBOTT AVENUE PARTNERS, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 148-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG NORTH BEACH TOWN CENTER DEVELOPMENT, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 105-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-4

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CARDINAL PLAZA CORP. (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 441-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-5

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A PARKING PERMIT AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (“COUNTY”) FOR USE OF A COUNTY-OWNED PARKING GARAGE LOCATED AT 200 N.W. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FOR STAFF OF THE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS’ MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 300 N.W. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI

F-20

AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

F-21

AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

F-26

COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR NEW 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION AT COCONUT PALM K-8 ACADEMY, (A REUSE OF CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION), PROJECT NUMBER 01986000

F-27

COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR NEW 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION AT GATEWAY ENVIRONMENTAL K-8 LEARNING CENTER, (A REUSE OF CORAL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION), PROJECT NUMBER 01966900

F-28

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK SHELTERED MARKET AGREEMENT AND A CHANGE IN THE SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE CATEGORY FROM A SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (SBE) TO A MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (MBE) AGREEMENT, UNDER THE SAME FEES, TERMS AND CONDITIONS AS THE AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED, FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $200,000 EACH, WITH CANYON CONSTRUCTION, INC

F-30

COMMISSION OF ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01425500

F-31

COMMISSION OF VEITIA PADRON INCOPORATED AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01425500

F-32

COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01618200

F-33

COMMISSION OF J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION, CO., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01618200

F-34

COMMISSION OF JSA GROUP INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PINE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01618100

F-35

COMMISSION OF CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PINE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01618100

F-36

COMMISSION OF VIA DESIGN STUDIO, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS AT HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01540500

F-37

COMMISSION OF JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS AT HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01540500

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: TO REPEAL SCHOOL BOARD BYLAW 0173, STRATEGIC PLAN, AND REPLACE IT WITH BYLAW 0173, DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 6114, COST PRINCIPLES FOR FEDERAL FUNDS, AND 6320, PURCHASING, AND TO ADOPT POLICY 6320.07, PROCUREMENT \u2013 FEDERAL GRANTS/FUNDS

G-3

FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF BYLAW 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS

G-4

AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN LEGAL COUNSEL AND REDISTRICTING EXPERT TO ASSIST WITH 2021 REDISTRICTING

G-5

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE A LAWSUIT AGAINST MY PERSONAL ASSISTANT, INC., D/B/A EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIPS

G-6

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. DWIGHT T. STEVENS DOAH Case No. 19-5700TTS

G-7

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD vs. SANDRA CARITHERS DOAH Case No. 20-5418TTS

G-8

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. BLANCA L. GONZALEZ - DOAH Case No. 20-4682TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZES MRS. VALTENA BROWN FOR HER 33 YEARS OF COMMITMENT AND SERVICE TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

H-4

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE APRIL 4 THROUGH APRIL 11, 2021 INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, APRIL 8, 2021, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY’S PUBLIC SCHOOLS WITH THE INCLUSION OF THE INTERNATIONAL HOLOCAUST REMEMBRANCE ALLIANCE’S WORKING DEFINTION OF ANTISEMITISM

H-5

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSIONER RAQUEL A. REGALADO FOR HER COMMITMENT TO PUBLIC SERVICE AND A SENSE OF RESPONSIBILITY TO BE A VOICE FOR THE VOICELESS

H-6

STUDENT REGRESSION AND LEARNING LOSS IN THE EARLY GRADES \u2013 PREKINDERGARTEN, KINDERGARTEN, FIRST GRADE, SECOND GRADE, AND THIRD GRADE

H-7

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS POLICE LIEUTENANT ALEJANDRO “AL” PALACIO, RECIPIENT OF THE FLORIDA STATE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE (FOP) LODGE 2020 MAN OF THE YEAR

H-8

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 21, 2021 AS WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY (WDSD) IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

H-9

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD SUPPORT FOR FLORIDA SENATE BILL 886 AND HOUSE BILL 359 \u2013 COVID-19 IMPACT ON SCHOOL ACCOUNTABILITY

H-10

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 18-24, 2021 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRIL 21, 2021 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY

H-11

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 21-003 PROCLAIMING APRIL 2021 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

H-12

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SUPPORT HUMAN TRAFFICKING EDUCATION IN SCHOOLS SENATE BILL 554 IN THE FLORIDA LEGISLATURE

H-13

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF FLORIDA FIRST LADY CASEY DESANTIS’ RESILIENCY CURRICULUM INITIATIVE

H-14

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZES JUANITA ALVAREZ-MAINSTER

H-15

AUTHORIZE LEGISLATIVE SUPPORT OF HOUSE BILL 5 AND SENATE BILL 1450, RELATING TO CIVIC EDUCATION CURRICULUM

H-16

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MARCH 2021 AS NATIONAL WOMEN\u2019S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (GOOD CAUSE)

H-17

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS RECEIPT, PLAN AND ACCOUNTABILITY FOR NEARLY $1.1 BILLION FROM THE AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021 (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
03.17.2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
March 17, 2021
1:00 P.M.*
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 8, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 15, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

*The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members’ presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing\u00a0 https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast icon on the bottom right of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises." }, { "id": "BD_03172021_AC", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-03-17 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Attorney-Client Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 17, 2021 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 10:00 A.M.
SBAB \u2013 AUDITORIUM

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

 

10:00 A.M.

School Board Administration Building, Auditorium

  
CALL TO ORDERMs. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

March 17, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Jane Doe v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Case No. 19-cv-24048-KMW. \u00a0The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in the School Board Auditorium.\u00a0 The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Kim Lucas, Mr. Gene P. Kissane, Mr. Michael E. Brand, and Ms. Sheila M. Gonzales-Jonasz.\u00a0 It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately two (2) hours.\u00a0 This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

ADJOURNMENT

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03.17.21 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

 

 

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
GIVES PUBLIC
NOTICE THAT ON:

March 17, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Jane Doe v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Case No. 19-cv-24048-KMW.  The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in the School Board Auditorium.  The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Kim Lucas, Mr. Gene P. Kissane, Mr. Michael E. Brand, and Ms. Sheila M. Gonzales-Jonasz.  It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately two (2) hours.  This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

" }, { "id": "BD_03232021_BR", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-03-23 12:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Retreat", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 23, 2021 - BOARD RETREAT - 12:00- 5:00 P.M.
Doubletree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay
The Grand Ballroom
1717 North Bayshore Drive
Miami, Florida 33132

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the next Strategic Blueprint for M-DCPS.  A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 12:00 p.m., March 16, 2021.  The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.   A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

 

12:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE MEDITATION

 

 

OVERVIEW OF THE DAY

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho,
Superintendent of Schools

 

DISCUSSION OF DISTRICTSTRATEGIC PLAN

 

Selected Cabinet Members

DISCUSSION

 

School Board Members/Cabinet Members

CLOSING COMMENTS

 

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho

ADJOURNMENT 

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

/dnl
03/23/2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
Board Retreat
MARCH 23, 2021
12:00 p.m. -5:00 p.m.
Doubletree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay
The Grand Ballroom
1717 North Bayshore Drive
Miami, Florida 33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the next Strategic Blueprint for M-DCPS. A copy of the agenda will be made available by 12:00 p.m., March 16, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

" }, { "id": "BD_04072021_SP", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-04-07 13:00:00", "meetingType": "Special Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 7, 2021           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING           1:00-4:00 P.M

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss the Selection Process for the Chief Auditor. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 31, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email at request4appearance@dadeschools.net, \u00a0by noon on Tuesday, April 6, 2021.\u00a0 For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center 305-995-1128.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing http://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the Special School Board Meeting.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

1:00 P.M

 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE MEDITATION

 

 

 

AGENDA ITEMS

 

SP-1POSITION OF THE CHIEF AUDITOR
  

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. direct the Chief Auditor to prepare an Exit Report on matters relative to the role and scope of the Chief Auditor’s position, including concerns, if any, with respect to the budget, and any other fiscal issues of the school district to be provided to the School Board;
  2. request the Audit and Budget Advisory Committee call a special meeting as soon as practicable to advise in identifying an Interim Chief Auditor and to formulate recommendations for a search process for the position of Chief Auditor to be provided to the Board preferably by the April 14, 2021 School Board committee meetings; and
  3. provide guidance to Audit and Budget Advisory Committee related to the selection of the next Chief Auditor as the Board deems appropriate.

 

 
ADJOURNMENT

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

04.07.21

 

 
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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
April 7, 2021
1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:  \u00a0 To discuss the Selection Process for the Chief Auditor. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 31, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak to the agenda should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email at request4appearance@dadeschools.net, \u00a0by noon on Tuesday, April 6.\u00a0 For further information, telephone Citizen Information Center 305-995-1128.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of this page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_04142021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-04-14 09:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 14, 2021 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2021-2022 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., April 7, 2021. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

9:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP

Mr. Ron Steiger,
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Services

Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members
ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

04.14.2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
Budget Workshop
April 14, 2021
9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: \u00a0 To discuss the 2021-2022 District budget.\u00a0A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., April 7, 2021. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_04212021_CS", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-04-21 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Conference Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 21, 2021 - CONFERENCE SESSION - 10:00 A.M.
Attendance Areas for 2020-2021
School Board Administration Building Auditorium

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss attendance zones for elementary and secondary schools for the 2021-2022 school year, which, in effect, better utilizes student stations. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

OPENING REMARKS

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

Dr. John D. Pace
Chief Operating Officer
School Operations

 

INTRODUCTION OF ATTENDANCE
BOUNDARY COMMITTEE (ABC) MEMBERS

Mr. Jeffrey Codallo, ABC Chair

Attendance Boundary Committee (ABC)

 

OVERVIEW 

Dr. John D. Pace
Chief Operating Officer
School Operations

 

ABC PRESENTATION

\u00a0

Mr. Steffond L. Cone
Assistant Superintendent
School Operations

Region Center Superintendents

 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DEEAC) \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

Mr. Matthew Tisdol, DEEAC Chair
Diversity, Equity and Excellence Advisory Committee (DEEAC)

 

CLOSING REMARKS\u00a0

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

/dnl
4/21/2021

 

 

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces a conference session and its regular School Board Meeting on:

April 21, 2021
10:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida 33132

 

Attendance Boundaries for 2021-2022 is the subject of the scheduled conference session. A copy of the conference session agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., April 12, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the conference session at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_04212021_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-04-21 13:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

REVISED OFFICIAL AGENDA

APRIL 21, 2021  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    1:00 P. M.**
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 12, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 19, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

**The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members’ presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing\u00a0 http://www.dadeschools.net/schoolboard/index.asp and clicking on the Web Simulcast icon on the bottom right of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

1:00 P. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING OF MARCH 10, 2021;
ATTORNEY CLIENT SESSION OF MARCH 17, 2021, AND
THE REGULAR BOARD MEETING OF MARCH 17, 2021

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

 

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1142

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS 2020-2021 (REVISED)

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL 

(REVISED)

D-66

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF SEVEN SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE BASED AGREEMENTS WITH MATER ACADEMY, INC.

D-67

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2021

E-35

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 21-006 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $86 MILLION OF REFUNDING CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION TO REFUND ALL OR A PORTION OF THE SERIES 2013A AND 2013B CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION (REVISED)

E-36

ANNUAL SUMMARY OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-070-MV \u2013 EMERGENCY CLEANUP AND RESTORATION SERVICES

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-027-MV - VINYL GLOVES

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-020-HR - MILK AND DAIRY PRODUCTS

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-030-HR \u2013 SECURITY CAMERA/ VIDEO SURVEILLANCE SYSTEMS \u2013 FURNISH AND INSTALL

E-146

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-024-EA \u2013 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION FOR THE LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAM

E-147

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-20-014-VF \u2013 SOLAR CANOPY FOR MAST @ FIU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

E-148

REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-026-CM \u2013 VIRTUAL GRADUATION SERVICES

E-149

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO ITB-19-040-MC \u2013 SCHOOL SECURITY UNIFORMS

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

E-202

ADOPTION OF EMERGENCY POLICY 9140e, BOARD ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS DURING DECLARED COVID-19 EMERGENCY


NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, April 21, 2021 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

  • Call to Order
  • Close Agenda
  • Purpose of Meeting
    1. Consideration of Resolution No. 21-006 with respect to the issuance of Certificate of Participation, Series 2021B, in a principal amount not to exceed $86,000,000, authorizing the refunding of all or a portion of the Certificates of Participation, Series 2013A and Series 2013B.

      2. Agenda Item E-35 with Exhibits

  • Other Business and Adjournment

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
\u00a04/12/2021

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC, A FOREIGN LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“AT&T”), AUTHORIZED TO TRANSACT BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA, TO EXTEND THE LEASE TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2022 FOR CONTINUED USE BY AT&T OF AN EQUIPMENT ROOM AND A PORTION OF THE ROOF AT THE INTERNATIONAL STUDIES PREPARATORY ACADEMY, LOCATED AT 1570 MADRUGA AVENUE, CORAL GABLES, FOR AT&T TO PROVIDE CELLULAR COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES \u00a0

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND CELLCO PARTNERSHIP, A DELAWARE GENERAL PARTNERSHIP (“VERIZON”), AUTHORIZED TO TRANSACT BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA, TO EXTEND THE LEASE TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2022 FOR CONTINUED USE BY VERIZON OF A PORTION OF THE RECREATION FIELD AT SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 8855 S.W. 50 TERRACE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FOR VERIZON TO PROVIDE CELLULAR COMMUNICATIONS SERVICES

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG SIXTH STREET MIAMI PARTNERS, LLC, RONRUSS 601, LLC, AND SK INVESTMENTS 601, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 520-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-4

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG AHS AT BISCAYNE VILLAGE, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 216-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-5

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM THE GALLERY AT SMATHERS PLAZA, LLC, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 1040 SW 29 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33135

F-6

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM SHP VI GRECO CORAL GABLES OWNER, LLC, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 300 GRECO AVENUE AND 363 GRANELLO AVENUE, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33146

F-7

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM NORTHSIDE PROPERTY II, LTD, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 3181 NW 77 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33147

F-26

COMMISSION OF ABSOLUTE CIVIL ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS, L.L.C., TO PROVIDE BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT (BCC) DOCUMENT REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR FOUR YEARS WITH EXTENSIONS AT THE OPTION OF THE BOARD (WITHDRAWN)

F-27

COMMISSION OF VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, AS THE REPLACEMENT CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529300

F-28

COMMISSION OF ABSOLUTE CIVIL ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS, L.L.C., BERMELLO AJAMIL & PARTNERS, INC., AND C.A.P. GOVERNMENT, INC., TO PROVIDE BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT (BCC) DOCUMENT REVIEW AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR FOUR YEARS WITH EXTENSIONS AT THE OPTION OF THE BOARD (GOOD CAUSE)

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO PAY CONSTRUCTION CONNECTION CHARGES REQUIRED BY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01433100

F-42

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO T & G CORPORATION DBA T & G CONSTRUCTORS, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01423000

F-43

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT HOMESTEAD MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01528900

F-44

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE 1) PROJECT AT ARVIDA MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01527700 (REVISED)

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-2

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 2623, STUDENT ASSESSMENT, AND TO ADOPT POLICY 2624, ACHIEVEMENT GAP OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

G-3

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. RODNEY WEATHERSPOON - DOAH Case No. 20-5136TTS

G-4

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. HALAINE A. JAMES,\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 DOAH Case No. \u00a020-5134TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2

MATTERS RELATED TO THE POSITION OF CHIEF AUDITOR (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

H-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO.21-010 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ACKNOWLEDGING THE URGENCY OF ACHIEVING 100% CLEAN ENERGY USE BY 2030 FOR BETTER STUDENT HEALTH AND FINANCIALLY RESPONSIBLE STEWARDSHIP (REVISED)

H-4

LIVE STREAMING SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS ON SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS (REVISED)

H-5

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING MIAMI ARTS STUDIO (MAS) 6-12 @ ZELDA GLAZER LAW ACADEMY ENTERTAINMENT MAGNET STRAND AS THE 2021 STATE CHAMPIONS FOR THE WE THE PEOPLE COMPETITION IN CONGRESSIONAL STYLE DEBATE (REVISED)

H-7

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 7, 2021, AS SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-8

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE APRIL 2021 AS NATIONAL MINORITY HEALTH MONTH IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-9

REDISTRICTING (WITHDRAWN)

H-10

ESTABLISHMENT OF A SCHOOL BOARD-LEVEL COMMITTEE TO ADVICE AND INFORM THE BOARD ON ALL MATTERS REGARDING TECHNOLOGY AND CYBERSECURITY (REVISED)

H-11

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2021 AS ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

H-12

SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH SEMINARS FOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS \u2013 GRADES 9- 12 (REVISED)

H-13

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE THE MONTH OF MAY AS WATER SAFETY MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-14

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS (REVISED)

H-15

DUTY TO REPORT \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 8141 \u2013 MANDATORY REPORTING OF MISCONDUCT BY EMPLOYEES (REVISED)

H-16

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZE APRIL 2021 AS NATIONAL AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH

H-17

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) RECOGNIZES THE MONTH OF APRIL AS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH (SAAM) (REVISED)

H-18

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA JOIN IN RECOGNITION OF THE 2021 AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME) SUPPORT PERSONNEL OF THE YEAR (REVISED)

H-19

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 119th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA - MAY 20, 2021 (REVISED)

H-20

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 4, 2021 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY AND MAY 3-7, 2021 AS TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JAMES R. HAJ, PRESIDENT AND CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER (CEO) OF THE CHILDREN’S TRUST (REVISED)

H-22

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MAY 2021 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND MAY 6, 2021 AS NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-23

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SAFE SCHOOLS SOUTH FLORIDA FOR THEIR CONTRIBUTION TOWARDS LOWERING HIV RATES ON NATIONAL YOUTH HIV AND AIDS AWARENESS DAY ON APRIL 10 AND THROUGHOUT THE YEAR (REVISED)

H-24

SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT PLAN (REVISED)

H-25

REQUEST OF APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO.21-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. KATIA SAINT FLEUR AS THE FIRST HAITIAN AMERICAN COUNCILWOMEN PF MIAMI SHORES, FLORIDA (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
04.21.21



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REVISED ANNOUNCEMENT

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
April 21, 2021
1:00 P.M.*
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 12, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 19, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

**The Board meeting will commence at 1:00 pm because the 11:00 am start time reserved for Board members’ presentation of recognitions, resolutions, endorsements, or proclamations has been suspended due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing\u00a0 https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast icon on the bottom right of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises." }, { "id": "BD_04282021_BR", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-04-28 12:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Retreat", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 28, 2021 - BOARD RETREAT - 12:00 - 5:00 P.M.
Doubletree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay
The Grand Ballroom
1717 North Bayshore Drive
Miami, Florida 33132

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the next Strategic Blueprint for M-DCPS.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 12:00 p.m., April 21, 2021.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

 

12:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

 

OVERVIEW OF THE DAY

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho,
Superintendent of Schools

 

DISCUSSION OF DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN

MATERIALS

\u00a0

Selected Cabinet Members

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

Board Members/Cabinet Members

CLOSING COMMENTS

\u00a0

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

/dnl
04/28/2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
A Board Retreat
April 28, 2021
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Doubletree Grand Hotel Biscayne Bay
The Grand Ballroom
1717 North Bayshore Drive
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the next Strategic Blueprint for M-DCPS.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 12:00 p.m., April 21, 2021.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 19, 2021  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 10, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 17, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Citizens who wish to speak on matters not on the agenda, or on agenda items that appear on the consent agenda, will be heard at the public hearing.\u00a0 The total time allotted for the public hearing shall not exceed one and one-half hours.

Pursuant to Board Policy 0169.1, a person not scheduled in advance to speak on a non-agenda topic must submit, either before or during the regularly scheduled meeting, a written request to the Chair.\u00a0 Board members present at the meeting must vote by a majority for the person to be heard.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

Supplemental List of Speakers signed up after Monday, May 17, 2021 4:30 Deadline.

To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP SIGNING AND COLLEGE AND CAREER DECISION DAY 

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-017 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MISS MARIA MARTINEZ, STUDENT ADVISOR FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD, FOR BEING NAMED A GATES SCHOLAR

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE COALITION OF SOUTH FLORIDA MUSLIM ORGANIZATIONS (COSMOS) FOR CONTRIBUTIONS TOWARD THE FIELD OF EDUCATION AND FOR THEIR ACTS OF CHARITY DURING EID AL-FITR ON MAY 12-13, 2021 AND THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN SUPPORT OF CONGRESSWOMAN FREDERICA S. WILSON ESTABLISHING A BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF MIAMI-DADE AT DR. FREDERICA S. WILSON/SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (REVISED)

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES (SAS) AS THE FIFTH RANKED HIGH SCHOOL NATIONALLY FOR 2021 BY U.S. NEWS BEST HIGH SCHOOLS AND RANKED FIRST WITHIN THE STATE OF FLORIDA (REVISED)

B-8

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-XXX OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. SYLVIA G. IRIONDO (REVISED)

B-9

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE EDUCATION FUND FOR OVER THIRTY-FIVE YEARS OF OUTSTANDING COMMITMENT, GENEROUS DONATION, AND CONTINUED SUPPORT TO THE STUDENTS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

B-10

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, GRAND PRIZE WINNERS OF THE ASPEN CHALLENGE (REVISED)

B-11

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 21-022 RECOGNIZING MS. RACHEL B. AUTLER AS THE 2021-2022 DADE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (DASA) PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR (GOOD CAUSE)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

Special School Board Meeting of April 7, 2021
Conference Session of April 21, 2021 and
the Regular School Board Meeting of April 21, 2021

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT
E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

 

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1143
  2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 46
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST APPROVAL OF EXTENDING CANDIDATES ON THE ELIGIBLE CANDIDATE ROSTER

D-23

INITIAL READING:\u00a0 PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 4120.01, CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

D-55

1. DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES

2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

(REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF FIVE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, FOUR NEW CONTRACTS, ONE CHARTER SCHOOL RENEWAL CONTRACT, AND SIX CHARTER SCHOOL AMENDMENTS (REVISED)

D-66

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL FOR AMENDMENTS TO SEVENTY-THREE (73) CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS TO RECEIVE TITLE II FUNDS (REVISED 2)

D-67

DISMISSAL TIMES FOR THE LAST THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL (JUNE 7, 8, and 9, 2021)

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2021

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2021

E-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER TRAVEL (IN-STATE AND OUTSIDE OF THE STATE) (REVISED 2)

E-14

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2020-21 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-15

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2020-21 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-16

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2020-21 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-17

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-18

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-19

RESOLUTION No. 1, 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-20

RESOLUTION No. 2, 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER CARES ACT RELIEF FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-21

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2020-21 INTERNAL SERVICE FUND (HEALTH INSURANCE) SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-66

COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED PROGRAMS

E-67

RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

E-86

EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES AGENCY FUNDS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-87

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT’S GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) EXPENDITURES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2019-2020, ALLOWANCES/CONTINGENCIES AND FOLLOW-UP ON THE EXTERNAL MIDPOINT AUDIT (REVISED)

E-88

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

E-89

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 29 OF 140 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2020 (REVISED)

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-023-HR \u2013 REFRIGERATED DELIVERY OF PREPARED BREAKFASTS AND LUNCHES DURING SUMMER AND/OR OTHER PERIODS

E-143

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-010-CM - RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-075-MJ \u2013 PURCHASE OF ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURERS (OEM) AND AFTERMARKET PARTS

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-044-HR \u2013 FRESH PRODUCE

E-146

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-039-MC - MARKER BOARDS (FRAMED AND UNFRAMED)

E-147

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-032-DP \u2013 MICROSOFT LICENSING

E-148

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-018-HR - GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION SERVICES

E-149

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-021-VF \u2013 THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION OF EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND/OR VOLUNTARY BENEFITS

E-150

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-035-VF \u2013 DISASTER DEBRIS REMOVAL MONITORING AND RECOVERY SERVICES

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A TEMPORARY, NON-EXCLUSIVE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (“FDOT”) FOR THE PURPOSE OF ALLOWING FDOT TO TIE-IN AND HARMONIZE ITS PROPOSED HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS WITH EXISTING FEATURES OF THE BOARD-OWNED SITE HOUSING THE EDUCATIONAL ALTERNATIVE OUTREACH PROGRAM, 6300 N.W. 27 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE ROADWORK

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A TEMPORARY, NON-EXCLUSIVE LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (“FDOT”) FOR THE PURPOSE OF ALLOWING FDOT TO TIE-IN AND HARMONIZE ITS PROPOSED HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENTS WITH EXISTING FEATURES OF THE NORTHEAST TRANSPORTATION CENTER, 5901 N.W. 27 AVENUE, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, LOCATED ADJACENT TO THE ROADWORK

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG ARIA 501 ACQUISITION, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 424-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-4

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM LAS BRISAS TRACE, LP, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 5500 NW 27 AVENUE AND 2478 NW 55 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142

F-5

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM SUNRISE OF CORAL GABLES PROPCO, LLC, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 1000 PONCE DE LEON BOULEVARD, CORAL GABLES, FLORIDA 33134

F-26

APPROVAL OF THE FOLLOWING UPDATED PROFESSIONAL SELECTION PROCEDURES RELATED TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6330 - ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES:

  • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS
  • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (A/EPC) AND SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (SPC)
  • PROCEDURES FOR THE SELECTION OF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (CM), CM AT-RISK AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (PM) SERVICES
F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI BEACH SOUTH POINTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01530400

F-42

AWARD THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHYSICAL EDUCATION SHELTER & RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT NORTH GLADE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01510200 (REVISED)

F-45

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & CLASSROOM ADDITION PROJECT AT MIAMI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01529500

F-46

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO M.A.C CONSTRUCTION INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT NORTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01529600

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD (WITHDRAWN)

G-2

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. TEDDY OROZCO, DOAH Case No. \u00a020-4742TTS

G-3

INITIAL READING: TO ADOPT POLICY 9146, TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE (REVISED)

G-4

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. TRACY M. MOORE, DOAH Case No. \u00a020-5406TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-5

REDISTRICTING (WITHDRAWN)

H-6

ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR (REVISED)

H-10

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE WINSTON PARK K-8 CENTER THESPIAN TROUP 89287 FOR BEING NAMED STATE CHAMPIONS AT THE STATE JUNIOR THESPIAN FESTIVAL (REVISED)

H-11

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE THE JR. LEAGUE OF MIAMI 2021 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: MS. MICHELLE MARIENA, MS. FADIHINA PETIT-CLAIR, MS. VALENTINA GOMEZ, MS. JALYN MCDUFFY AND MS. ISABELLA GIRET (REVISED)

H-12

ENCOURAGE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT’S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA’S SALES TAX HOLIDAY, FROM JULY 31 THROUGH AUGUST 9, 2021 (REVISED)

H-13

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 2021 AS HEALTHY VISION MONTH

H-14

BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE “CLICK IT OR TICKET” NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT SAFETY CAMPAIGN, MAY 24 THROUGH JUNE 6, 2021 (REVISED)

H-16

RETURN TO IN-PERSON STUDENT LEARNING FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR \u2013 A NEW VISION FOR THE ACADEMIC, SOCIAL, AND EMOTIONAL NEEDS OF STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS). (REVISED)

H-17

THE \u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNITION OF THE 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF OPERATION PEDRO PAN (REVISED)

H-19

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2021 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND AUTHORIZING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS TO FOSTER RELATED ACTIVITIES (REVISED)

H-20

OPERATION OF WLRN-TV AND WLRN-RADIO (REVISED)

H-21

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA JOIN IN RECOGNITION OF MR. SAMUEL J. LOUIS FOR BEING NAMED THE 2021 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR (GOOD CAUSE)

H-22

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI NORTHWESTERN GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2021 FHSAA CLASS 3A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
05.19.21



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
May 19, 2021
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 10, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 17, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33128. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering for their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises." }, { "id": "BD_05262021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-05-26 09:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 26, 2021     A BOARD WORKSHOP     9:00 - 12:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida 33132

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the M-DCPS 2021-2026 Strategic Blueprint.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., May 19, 2021.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

 

9:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

 

OVERVIEW OF THE DAY

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho,
Superintendent of Schools

 

DISCUSSION OF DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN

\u00a0

Selected Cabinet Members

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

Board Members/Cabinet Members

CLOSING COMMENTS

\u00a0

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

/dnl
05.26.2021\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a

in accordance with the Policies of the Board,

A Board Workshop
May 26, 2021
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the M-DCPS 2021-2026 Strategic Blueprint.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., May 19, 2021.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website http:/www3.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises" }, { "id": "BD_06162021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-06-16 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 16, 2021     BOARD WORKSHOP     10:00 - 11:00 A.M.

 

PURPOSE: Presentation on achieving 100% clean energy by 2030. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., June 9, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho,
Superintendent of Schools

 

PRESENTATION

\u00a0

Mr. Raul Perez
Chief Facilities Design and Construction Officer

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

06.19.2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a

in accordance with the Policies of the Board,

A Board Workshop
June 16, 2021
10:00 a.m. \u2013 11:00 a.m.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: Presentation on achieving 100% clean energy by 2030. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., June 9, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises" }, { "id": "BD_06232021_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-06-23 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 23, 2021  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 14, 2021. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 14, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JUNE 21, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

SUPPLEMENTAL LIST OF SPEAKERS SIGNED UP AFTER MONDAY, JUNE 21, 2021 4:30 DEADLINE

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-026 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL\u2019S RAMTECH 59 TEAM AS NATIONAL GRAND CHAMPIONS IN THE 13TH INTERNATIONAL STEM LEAGUE FINAL FOR TEN80 STEM CHALLENGES AND ROCKWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL\u2019S ROCKBOTS TEAM 2929A AS THE 2021 VEX IQ WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP INSPIRE AWARDEE

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. HEBERT M. PENTON, PRINCIPAL, PONCE DE LEON MIDDLE SCHOOL, RECIPIENT OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COUNCIL OF PTAs/PTSAs 2020-2021 PAUL BELL PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR AWARD

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE MS. ANA DANIEL, MS. KATELYN LAZARA, MR. DANIEL QUESADA, MS. JEZEBEL RANDIN AND MR. KEANU VAQUEDANO, MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, MR. EDWIN WATTS, RONALD W. REAGAN/DORAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, MS. VANESSA DE TORRES, MS. NATASHA NOBOA AND MS. LESLIE PEREZ, SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES - WEST, FOR MAINTAINING A RECORD OF PERFECT ATTENDANCE FOR THIRTEEN YEARS, FROM KINDERGARTEN THROUGH TWELVE GRADES OR TWELVE YEARS FROM FIRST THROUGH TWELVE GRADES (REVISED)

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SILENT VICTIMS OF CRIME FOR THEIR WORK WITH THE CHILDREN OF INCARCERATED PARENTS

B-8

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-027 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DR. MICHAEL M. KROP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BOYS\u2019 TENNIS TEAM FOR WINNING THE 4A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

May 19, 2021 Regular School Board Meeting

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT
E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Recognition of 2021 Superintendent\u2019s Choice Award Winners
A-2

ADOPTION OF INFINITE POSSIBILITIES, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 2021-2026 STRATEGIC BLUEPRINT

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH SIX COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $4,961,928 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2021-2022 DISTRICT BUDGET

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1144
  2. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2021-2022
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL WAIVERS TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS

D-23

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 4120.01, CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

D-24

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COLLABORATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND TEACH FOR AMERICA, INC.

D-25

RATIFICATION OF THE 2021-2024 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE (GOOD CAUSE)

D-55
  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
    (REVISED)
D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO NEW CONTRACTS AND EIGHT CHARTER SCHOOL RENEWAL CONTRACTS

D-66

2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS (REVISED)

D-67

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

D-68

EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2021

E-3

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

E-14

AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2021 UNTIL THE FY 2021-22 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

E-35

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 21-015 AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $500,000,000 TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2021

E-66

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION INSURANCE, GENERAL/AUTOMOBILE/PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE, CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE, MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE, AND STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-053-DP \u2013 VERITAS NETBACKUP MAINTENANCE

E-142

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-024-MJ - TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-20-007-DP \u2013 COPIER SERVICES

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-047-HR \u2013 POUCH BEVERAGES

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-019-MC - STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES (WITHDRAWN)

E-146

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-041-MC - POLICE UNIFORMS AND EQUIPMENT

E-147

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-054-DP \u2013 NETAPP EQUIPMENT

E-148

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-074-MJ - CUSTODIAL CHEMICALS

E-149

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-034-EV \u2013REMANUFACTURED ENGINES

E-150

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-004-VF \u2013 SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING/MENTAL & EMOTIONAL HEALTH PROGRAM (REVISED)

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

SUPPLEMENTAL

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM ALLAPATTAH RESIDENTIAL, LP, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 1373 NW 35 STREET AND 1396 NW 36 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A MASTER SOLAR LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER & LIGHT COMPANY (\u201cFPL\u201d), TO PROVIDE FOR THE INSTALLATION BY FPL, AT NO COST TO THE BOARD, OF AN ALUMINUM COVERED WALKWAY WITH MOUNTED SOLAR ENERGY GENERATING EQUIPMENT AT THE NEW MAST@FIU BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS HIGH SCHOOL BUILDING, LOCATED AT 3000 N.E. 151 STREET, NORTH MIAMI, IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS SET FORTH IN INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-20-014-VF

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION, CO., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT EVERGLADES K-8 CENTER: PROJECT NUMBER 01424800

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 2623, STUDENT ASSESSMENT, AND TO ADOPT POLICY 2624, ACHIEVEMENT GAP OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE

G-3

FINAL READING: TO ADOPT POLICY 9146, TECHNOLOGY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

G-4

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. LINDA A. MOREAU \u2013\u00a0 DOAH Case No.\u00a0 20-4747TTS

G-5

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. SAMUEL DEAN DOAH Case No.\u00a0 20-5417

G-6

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 9140, CITIZENS\u2019 ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND 9125, NOTICE OF DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS

G-7

AUTHORIZATION TO CONTRACT WITH REDISTRICTING CONSULTANTS AND OUTSIDE COUNSEL, AS NEEDED, FOR 2021 REDISTRICTING

G-8

PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Jennifer Grappell v. Alberto Carvalho, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 21-cv-22016-BB

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

REDISTRICTING

H-4

PRESENTATION OF BOARD MEMBER AGENDA ITEMS AT COMMITTEE MEETINGS (REVISED)

H-6

REFERENDUM 362 (REVISED)

H-7

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SALUTES AND HONORS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) STUDENTS AS THEY ARE PROMOTED TO THE NEXT GRADE LEVEL AT THE END OF THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR (REVISED)

H-8

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES (REVISED)

H-11

RESOURCES FOR HOMELESS STUDENTS (REVISED)

H-12

HONORARY HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS (REVISED)

H-15

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE THE 2021 BEZOS SCHOLARS PROGRAM RECIPIENT: DALILA OLIVA, AND THE 2021 COLLEGE BOARD OPPORTUNITY SCHOLARSHIP AND THE 2021 U.S. PRESIDENTIAL SCHOLARS IN THE ARTS: ELYSE THOMAS (REVISED)

H-16

BOARD MEMBER INQUIRIES TO THE SUPERINTENDENT AND AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0155 (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
06.23.21



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
June 23, 2021
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 14, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, June 21, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33128. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering for their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises." }, { "id": "BD_06302021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-06-30 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 30, 2021 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 10:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.

 

PURPOSE: To discuss and review the allocation, allowable use, and development of plans for Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act, inclusive of a review of the prior allocation, expenditures and planned use for remaining ESSER funds allocated to the District as part of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, as well as other budget related issues as appropriate.  A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., June 23, 2021.  The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP

 

PRESENTATION

Mr. Ron Steiger,
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Services

Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

 

School Board Members
ADJOURNMENT 

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

06.30.2021



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
June 30, 2021
10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss and review the allocation, allowable use, and development of plans for Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds from the American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act, inclusive of a review of the prior allocation, expenditures and planned use for remaining ESSER funds allocated to the District as part of the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations (CRRSA) Act and the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, as well as other budget related issues as appropriate.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., June 23, 2021. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises" }, { "id": "BD_07142021_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-07-14 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

\u2303

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JULY 14, 2021  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:  To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend­ent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.  A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.   A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.  PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 12, 2021.  A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.  The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.  The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view  or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools has adopted a mask-optional policy at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others.  We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing when possible from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure.

 

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.  However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.  Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.  Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Supplemental List of Speakers Signed up after Monday, July 12, 2021 4:30 Deadline

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.  Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.  The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-028 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. MARIO KREUTZBERGER KNOWN AS \u201cDON FRANCISCO\u201d FROM SABADO GIGANTE (GIANT SATURDAY)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. H.T SMITH FOR ALL OF HIS HARD WORK AND DEDICATION TO THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF MIAMI- DADE COUNTY (REVISED 2)

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-031 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MAIKA AND MARTIZA MOULITE (REPLACED)

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-029 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. AMARIS LEAL, 2020-2021 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR FOR THE CENTRAL REGION AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT FINALIST

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

JUNE 23, 2021 REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING

B.       OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY\u2019S ITEMS

A.       SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

          (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.       ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.       PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT
E.       INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F.       FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G.       SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.       OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.
THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.  THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.  THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK. 

 

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

\u2022Surfside Heroes Among Us
\u20223RD Grade FSA Reading
\u2022Recent Financial Awards
\u2022Mirrors or Windows Report by the Council of Great City Schools
\u2022Recognition of Posse

 

 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

 

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1145

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 (REVISED)

D-55

DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (WITHDRAWN)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF EIGHT CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS

D-66

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF 2021-2022 M-DCPS MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE ALLOCATION PLAN

D-66 SUPPLEMENTAL

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2021

E-14

AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2021-22

E-66

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6144.01, SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT INVESTMENT PROGRAMS

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-039-EV \u2013 SECURITY SYSTEM SERVICES

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-017-VF \u2013 AUCTION SERVICES

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-045-MJ \u2013 SPECIALIZED TRANSMISSIONS

E-146

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-046-CM \u2013 SECURITY INFORMATION & EVENT MANAGEMENT (SIEM)

E-148

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-061-EV \u2013 AIR SCRUBBER FILTERS

E-149

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-019-MC - STUDENT AND CLASS PICTURES

E-150

REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-004-VF \u2013 SOCIAL-EMOTIONAL LEARNING/MENTAL & EMOTIONAL HEALTH PROGRAM (WITHDRAWN)

E-201

 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (\u201cCOUNTY\u201d), FOR CONTINUED USE BY THE DISTRICT OF COUNTY-OWNED PORTABLE CLASSROOMS, LOCATED ON A NUMBER OF BOARD-OWNED SITES, AND FOR CLASSROOM SPACE AT CHAPMAN CENTER SOUTH, FOR THE ONGOING OPERATION BY THE DISTRICT OF A HEAD START/EARLY HEAD START PROGRAM

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO LEGO CONSTRUCTION CO., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT DR. GILBERT L. PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND PLC; PROJECT NUMBER 01528700

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

INITIAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICY 0155, SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEES

G-2

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. KATHLEEN QUARLES
DOAH Case No.  20-5137TTS

G-3

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ANA B. ALVAREZ
DOAH Case No.  20-5135TTS

G-4

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CECILIA M. ZUMETA
DOAH Case No.  20-5179TTS

G-5

REDISTRICTING PRINCIPLES TO BE CONSIDERED DURING 2021 REDISTRICTING PROCESS

G-6

PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Izaz Khan v. Nicole Rutherford, State Circuit Court Case No. 21-4120-CA-01(11) (GOOD CAUSE)

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) PARTNERSHIP WITH LOCAL SOUTH FLORIDA HOSPITALS TO ADDRESS MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES AND ASSISTANCE FOR OUR CHILDREN (REVISED)

H-4

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) RECOGNITION OF JUNETEENTH AS AN OFFICIAL HOLIDAY (REVISED)

H-5

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY BUILDING INSPECTIONS (REVISED)

H-6

SUPPORT OF SURFSIDE (REVISED)

H-8

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 2021 WELCOME BACK TO SCHOOL SAFETY FLYER FOR DISTRIBUTION DURING THE FIRST WEEK OF SCHOOL (REVISED)

H-9

GOOD CAUSE ITEMS (REVISED)       

H-10ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDATIONS OF INSPECTOR GENERAL (REVISED)
H-11

DEVELOPING CONFLICT RESOLUTION CURRICULUM IN MIAMI-DADE PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) FOR PRE-K AND KINDERGARTEN STUDENTS (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.  This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT
07.14.21



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.  Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
JULY 14, 2021
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

 

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:  To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend­ent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.  A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, July 6, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.   A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.  PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 12, 2021.  A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.  The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.  The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view  or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools has adopted a mask-optional policy at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others.  We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing when possible from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. " }, { "id": "BD_07282021_PH", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-07-28 18:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Public Hearing", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JULY 28, 2021 - FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P.M.


PURPOSE: To conduct the First Public Hearing on the proposed 2021-2022 property tax millage rate and budget.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available by 4:00 p.m., July 21, 2021, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the First Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.\u00a0 In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing.  

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools has adopted a mask-optional policy at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others.\u00a0 We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing from other attendees, when possible, upon arrival and as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure.

 

 


The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

AGENDA ITEMS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

SP-1

TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2021-22 (REVISED 2)

SP-2

TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2021-22 BUDGET

NOTE: AGENDA ITEMS SP-1 AND SP-2 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

SUPPLEMENTAL LIST OF SPEAKERS

 

ADJOURNMENT

/pr
07.28.21



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces the
First Budget Public Hearing in accordance with Florida law and Board Policies, to which all persons are invited:
July 28, 2021
6:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To conduct the First Public Hearing on the proposed 2021-2022 property tax millage rate and budget. A copy of the agenda will be available by 4:00 p.m., July 21, 2021, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the First Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2021. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools has adopted a mask-optional policy at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others. We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing from other attendees, when possible, upon arrival and as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure." }, { "id": "BD_08182021_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-08-18 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

\u2303

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

AUGUST 18, 2021  REGULAR BOARD MEETING    11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 9, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools has adopted a mask-optional policy at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others. We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing from other attendees, when possible, upon arrival and as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Supplemental List of Speakers Signed up after Monday, August 16, 2021, 4:30 Deadline (REVISED)

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING WINSTON ELLIOTT SCOTT, RETIRED UNITED STATES (U. S.) NAVY CAPTAIN AND FORMER NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION (NASA) ASTRONAUT (WITHDRAWN)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-036 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. ANDRES ASION

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-032 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ANDREA PITA, SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES (SAS) WEST CAMPUS

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-034 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MARK ZAHER FOR HIS RETIREMENT AFTER 36 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

B-8

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-035 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE ADAPTIVE BEACH DAYS PROGRAM (WITHDRAWN)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

Regular Board Meeting of July 14, 2021, and First Budget Public Hearing of July 28, 2021.

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT
E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY.
THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

 

A-2

PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR EARTHQUAKE RECOVERY EFFORTS AND WAIVE AND/OR SUSPEND PROHIBITIONS OUTLINED IN BOARD POLICIES 5830, STUDENT FUNDRAISING, AND 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, IN ORDER TO ALLOW FUNDRAISING AND/OR OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES IN SUPPORT OF HAITIAN EARTHQUAKE RELIEF EFFORTS (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

 

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-19

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN\u2019S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1146

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 AND UPDATE JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

D-23

RATIFICATION OF THE 2021-2024 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS\u2019 ASSOCIATION

D-24

RATIFICATION OF THE 2021-2022 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE (REVISED)

D-25

RATIFICATION OF THE 2021-2024 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES, LOCAL 1184 (REVISED)

D-26

COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL AND CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (GOOD CAUSE)

D-55
  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
    (REVISED)
D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF FOUR CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS (REVISED)

D-66

REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD TO AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC., ON BEHALF OF KIPP MIAMI \u2013 LIBERTY CITY (REVISED)

D-67

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-86

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUDIT PLAN AND AU 260 COMMUNICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021

E-87

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS\u2019 2021-2022 AUDIT PLAN

E-88

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-89

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR FIVE (5) COMMUNITY - BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBOs)

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-058-MJ - SCHOOL BUS ROUTES FOR PRIVATE BUS COMPANIES

E-203

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2022

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A CONSTRUCTION AND TEMPORARY ACCESS AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH (\u201cCITY\u201d), TO PROVIDE FOR THE CITY TO MAKE CERTAIN IMPROVEMENTS TO THE COURTYARD AREA AT MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 2231 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, AT NO COST TO THE SCHOOL BOARD

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN KIPP MIAMI, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION, AND THE SCHOOL BOARD, FOR USE OF CLASSROOM AND ANCILLARY SPACE AT MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL, FOR THE OPERATION OF A SCHOOL OF HOPE CHARTER SCHOOL

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, RELATING TO FACILITY ENHANCEMENTS AT MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 AT ZELDA GLAZER, TO PROVIDE FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A MULTIPURPOSE / SOUNDSCAPE FACILITY (\u201cMULTIPURPOSE FACILITY\u201d), AND JOINT USE OF THE MULTIPURPOSE FACILITY, PLAYFIELD FACILITY AND SCHOOL PARKING LOT

F-3 SUPPLEMENTAL

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED, THE NEW 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION PROJECT AT WEST HOMESTEAD K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 02099200

F-58

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNUAL SAFETY-TO-LIFE INSPECTION DOCUMENTS

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICY 0155, SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEES

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 9140, CITIZENS\u2019 ADVISORY COMMITTEES AND 9125, NOTICE OF DISTRICT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS

G-4

INITIAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICY 9215, DIRECT SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

G-5

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CHERMONA FRANCOIS SMITH, DOAH Case No. 21-0066TTS (WITHDRAWN)

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

HOUSE BILL 529: MOMENTS OF SILENCE IN PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-5

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2021 AS NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-6

TEACHER RECOGNITION (REVISED)

H-7

REVIEW OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES AND POSSIBLE AMENDMENTS AND/OR PROMULGATION OF A BOARD POLICY IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE 2021 FLORIDA ADOPTED LEGISLATION HB 241 \u2013 PARENTS\u2019 BILL OF RIGHTS (REVISED)

H-8

GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) AND VENDOR OUTSTANDING PAYMENTS (REVISED)

H-9

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE MR. STEVEN FERREIRO (REVISED)

H-10

COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY PURCHASES (REVISED)

H-11

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE THE 2021 INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d, AND IMPLEMENT THE \u201cWALKSAFE\u201d PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM DURING THE WEEK OF THE EVENT (REVISED)

H-12

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE \u201cETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2021\u201d IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST (REVISED)

H-13

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2021 THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2021 (REVISED)

H-14

PROVIDING AND PROMOTING RIGOROUS AND INNOVATIVE ACADEMICS (REVISED)

H-15

EXTENDING CLASSES FOR AFTERSCHOOL LEARNING DISTRICTWIDE AT MIAMI-DADE PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-16

POST-SECONDARY SUCCESS COMMITMENT (REVISED)

H-16 SUPPLEMENTAL

H-17

UPDATE OF COVID-19 RELATED PROCEDURES FOR IDENTIFICATION, NOTIFICATION, QUARANTINE, TESTING, FACIAL COVERINGS, AND SAFETY PROTOCOLS FOR THE 2021-2022 OPENING OF SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-18

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS DISTRICT AND SCHOOL COVID-19 DASHBOARD (REVISED)

H-19

FOOD AND NUTRITION PROGRAM (REVISED)

H-20

MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-21

STUDENT ADVISOR OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (MDCPS) (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
08.18.21



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.  Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
AUGUST 18, 2021
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

 

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:  To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend­ent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.  A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 9, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.   A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.  PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 16, 2021.  A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.  The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.  The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view  or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools has adopted a mask-optional policy at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others.  We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing when possible from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. " }, { "id": "BD_08252021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-08-25 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

AUGUST 25, 2021     A BOARD WORKSHOP     10:00 A.M - 12:30 P.M.

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the Disparity Study.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., August 18, 2021. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/home \u00a0under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Alberto M. Carvalho,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP

\u00a0

Mr. Jaime Torrens
Deputy Superintendent

DISPARITY STUDY PRESENTATION

\u00a0

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 
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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
August 25, 2021
10:00 a.m. \u2013 12:30 p.m.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the Disparity Study. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., August 18, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises." }, { "id": "BD_08252021_AC", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-08-25 14:00:00", "meetingType": "Attorney-Client Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

AUGUST 25, 2021 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 2:00 P.M.
SBAB \u2013 AUDITORIUM

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

The public may attend the open portion of the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

2:00 P.M.

School Board Administration Building, Auditorium

  
CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

August 25, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Judith Anne Hayes, individually and on behalf of W.H., a minor, et al. v. Governor Ronald Dion DeSantis, in his official capacity as Governor of the State of Florida, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 1:21-cv-22863-KMM. \u00a0The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in the School Board Auditorium.\u00a0 The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Sara Marken, Mr. Jordan Madrigal, Mr. Edward Guedes, and Mr. Jamie Alan Cole.\u00a0 It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour and thirty (30) minutes.\u00a0 This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

 

ADJOURNMENT

08.25.21

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
GIVES PUBLIC
NOTICE THAT ON:

August 25, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Judith Anne Hayes, individually and on behalf of W.H., a minor, et al. v. Governor Ronald Dion DeSantis, in his official capacity as Governor of the State of Florida, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 1:21-cv-22863-KMM. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in the School Board Auditorium. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Sara Marken, Mr. Jordan Madrigal, Mr. Edward Guedes, and Mr. Jamie Alan Cole. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour and thirty (30) minutes. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

The public may attend the open portion of meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises." }, { "id": "BD_09092021_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-09-09 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

\u2303

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 30, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2021.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center by NOON, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2021.\u00a0 All other persons wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public hearing will be allowed to do so following the scheduled speakers.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The regular public meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m.\u00a0 The Second Budget Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2021-2022 Budget will begin at 6:00 p.m.

The regular public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda or of the Second Budget Public Hearing.\u00a0 The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may attend the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

Speakers Supplemental List signed up after Tuesday, September 7, 2021, 4:30 DEADLINE

Speakers Supplemental List for the Second Budget Public Hearing.

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-038 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JUDGE CRISTINA RIVERA CORREA, COUNTY COURT JUDGE FOR THE ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-042 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. DEBRA J. TOOMER FOR HER DEDICATION AND SERVICE TO HER CHURCH, FAMILY AND COMMUNITY (REPLACED)

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-041 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JACKELINE FALS (REPLACED)

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-040 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING COCA-COLA BEVERAGES FLORIDA, LLC FOR THEIR GENEROUS DONATION, COMMITMENT, AND CONTINUED SUPPORT TO THE STUDENTS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED REPLACED 2)

B-7

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-039 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE NORTH MIAMI BEACH LITTLE LEAGUE FOR THEIR INVALUABLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE COMMUNITY (REVISED)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

Regular School Board Meeting of August 18, 2021

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT
E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

 

 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1147
  2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST FOR

  1. AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (FLDOE), APPROVAL OF A MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) ADD-ON DRIVER EDUCATION ENDORSEMENT PROGRAM;
  2. AUTHORIZATION TO ADD DRIVER EDUCATION COMPONENTS TO THE DISTRICT\u2019S PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG\u2019S MASTER PLAN FOR IN-SERVICE EDUCATION; AND
  3. FOR THE ANNUAL CONTINUATION OF THE STATE-APPROVED 2019-2024 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG\u2019S MASTER PLAN FOR IN-SERVICE EDUCATION.
D-23

COVID-19 VACCINE INCENTIVE STIPEND FOR EMPLOYEES

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

(REVISED)

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021

SUPPLEMENTAL

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR APRIL, MAY, AND JUNE 2021

E-14

ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2021-22

E-15

ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

E-16

FINAL ADOPTION OF THE FY 2021-22 BUDGET (REVISED)

E-17

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2020-21 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-18

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2020-21 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-19

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2020-21 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-20

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-21

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-22

RESOLUTION No. 2, 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-23

RESOLUTION No. 3, 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER CARES ACT RELIEF FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-24

RESOLUTION No. 1, 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF II FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-25

RESOLUTION No. 1, 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER CRRSA ACT RELIEF FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-26

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2020-21 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND, SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND, AND INTERNAL FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-27

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2020-21 INTERNAL SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-28

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2020-21 FIDUCIARY FUND \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-29

RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2020-21 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-30

ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 1 ON THE USE OF FY 2021-22 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY

E-66

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO POLICY 6144.01, SUPPLEMENTAL RETIREMENT INVESTMENT PROGRAMS

E-67

APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES AND COMPOSITE RATE FOR THE DISTRICT\u2019S SELF-INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2022, AND CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-20-015-VF \u2013 COLLECTION AGENCY SERVICES

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-040-EV \u2013 TWO-WAY RADIOS

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-042-MV \u2013 ELEVATOR RETROFIT AND MODERNIZATION

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-051-MV - ELECTRICAL SERVICES: REPAIR, REPLACE, AND INSTALL

E-145

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-053-DP \u2013 AUDIOVISUAL EQUIPMENT, SUPPLIES, AND INSTALLATION SERVICES (REVISED)

E-146

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-034-DP \u2013 IT HARDWARE EQUIPMENT, ACCESSORIES, PERIPHERALS, AND SUPPORT (REVISED)

E-147

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-071-MJ \u2013 HVAC PARTS AND SUPPLIES, MANUFACTURER DISCOUNT (REVISED)

E-148

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-018-HR \u2013 HVAC AND CONTROLS: REPLACE, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL (REVISED)

E-149

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-002-MV PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE)

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

E-202

ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2022 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH MT. ZION EVANGELICAL BAPTIST CHURCH, INC., FOR THE USE OF A PARKING LOT LOCATED AT 6720 N.E. 5 AVENUE, MIAMI, FL 33138, FOR STAFF AT MORNINGSIDE K-8 ACADEMY

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG LANCELOT MIAMI RIVER, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 428-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (WITHDRAWN)

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG SOUTH WIND APARTMENTS, INC. AND D.R. HORTON, INC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF HOMESTEAD, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 377-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (WITHDRAWN)

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO H.A. CONTRACTING CORP., THE NEW SCHOOL FACILITY (GRADES 6-8) AND WORKFORCE HOUSING (BRICKELL AREA); PROJECT NUMBER 01777200 (REVISED)

F-42

AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INC., THE RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI BEACH NAUTILUS MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01772600 (REVISED)

F-44

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01529200

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

INITIAL READING: ADOPTION OF POLICY 9300.01, HONORARY HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS (REVISED)

G-2

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 8800, RELIGIOUS/PATRIOTIC CEREMONIES AND OBSERVANCES

G-3

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO, MINORITY/WOMEN, AND VETERAN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS, AND BOARD POLICY 6320, PURCHASING (REVISED)

G-4

AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL CONTRACTS

G-5

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. PHYLLIS KIRKLAND,DOAH Case No. 20-5416TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2

INTERIM CHIEF AUDITOR CONTRACT

H-3

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE ENDORSEMENT OF SEPTEMBER 2021 AS NATIONAL CHILDHOOD OBESITY AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

H-6

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2021 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS\u2019 MONTH (REVISED)

H-7

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2, 2021, AS NATIONAL CUSTODIAL WORKER\u2019S RECOGNITION DAY (REVISED)

H-8

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 17-23, 2021, AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF YEAR-ROUND SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-9

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-10

EXECUTIVE SESSIONS (REVISED)

H-12

HVAC SYSTEM UPDATE AND REPLACEMENT PLAN (REVISED)

H-13

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2021 AS NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-14

PROPOSED 2022 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OF THE GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL BOARDS (REVISED)

H-15

AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2432, DRIVER EDUCATION (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
09.09.21



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.  Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

 

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, and the Second Budget Public Hearing, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:  To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend-ent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 30, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.   A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.  PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2021.A citizen wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center by NOON, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2021. All other persons wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public hearing will be allowed to do so following the scheduled speakers. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The regular public meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m. The Second Budget Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2021-2022 Budget will begin at 6:00 p.m.

The regular public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda or of the Second Budget Public Hearing. The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

The public may view  or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may attend the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises. " }, { "id": "BD_09222021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-09-22 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021     BOARD WORKSHOP     10:00 A.M. - 12:30 P.M.

 

PURPOSE: To discuss redistricting. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., September 15, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/home under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Walter Harvey,
School Board Attorney

 

PRESENTATION ON
REDISTRICTING

\u00a0

Mr. Dario Moreno & Maria Ilcheva
FIU Redistricting Consultants

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 
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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
September 22, 2021
10:00 a.m. \u2013 12:30 p.m.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss redistricting. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., September 15, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/home under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_09292021_AC", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-09-29 14:00:00", "meetingType": "Attorney-Client Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 2:00 P.M.
SBAB \u2013 AUDITORIUM

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

The public may attend the open portion of the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

2:00 P.M.

School Board Administration Building, Auditorium

  
CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

September 29, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending cases: Judith Anne Hayes, individually and on behalf of W.H., a minor, et al. v. Governor Ronald Dion DeSantis, in his official capacity as Governor of the State of Florida, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 1:21-cv-22863-KMM; and Montes, et. al v. Carvalho, et. al, 11th Judicial Circuit Court Case No. 21-019963-CA-01. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in the School Board Auditorium. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Sara Marken, Mr. Jordan Madrigal, Mr. Edward Guedes, and Mr. Jamie Alan Cole. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately two (2) hours. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

ADJOURNMENT

09.29.21

 

 

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
GIVES PUBLIC
NOTICE THAT ON:

September 29, 2021, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending cases: Judith Anne Hayes, individually and on behalf of W.H., a minor, et al. v. Governor Ronald Dion DeSantis, in his official capacity as Governor of the State of Florida, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 1:21-cv-22863-KMM; and Montes, et. al v. Carvalho, et. al, 11th Judicial Circuit Court Case No. 21-019963-CA-01. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in the School Board Auditorium. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Sara Marken, Mr. Jordan Madrigal, Mr. Edward Guedes, and Mr. Jamie Alan Cole. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately two (2) hours. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

" }, { "id": "BD_10132021_AC", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-10-13 09:30:00", "meetingType": "Attorney-Client Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 13, 2021 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 9:30-11:00 A. M.
SBAB \u2013 AUDITORIUM

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

The public may attend the open portion of the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

 

9:30 A. M.

School Board Administration Building, Auditorium

  
CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

October 13, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending cases: Jane Doe v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Case No. 1:19-cv-24048-KMW; School Board of Miami-Dade County v. Florida Dep’t of Health, No. 3D21-1971 (Fla. 3d DCA 2021); Judith Anne Hayes, individually and on behalf of W.H., a minor, et al. v. Governor Ronald Dion DeSantis, in his official capacity as Governor of the State of Florida, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 1:21-cv-22863-KMM; Montes, et. al v. Carvalho, et. al, 11th Judicial Circuit Court Case No. 21-019963-CA-01; and School Board of Miami-Dade County, et al. v. Fla. Department of Health, DOAH Case No.21-003066RE. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in the School Board Auditorium.\u00a0 The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Michele Jones, Mr. Jordan Madrigal, Mr. Gene Kissane, Ms. Sheila M. Gonzalez, Mr. Michael E. Brand, and Mr. Jamie Alan Cole.\u00a0 It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately two (2) hours.\u00a0 This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

ADJOURNMENT

10.13.21

 

 

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
GIVES PUBLIC
NOTICE THAT ON:

October 13, 2021, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending cases: Jane Doe v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Case No. 1:19-cv-24048-KMW; School Board of Miami-Dade County v. Florida Dep’t of Health, No. 3D21-1971 (Fla. 3d DCA 2021); Judith Anne Hayes, individually and on behalf of W.H., a minor, et al. v. Governor Ronald Dion DeSantis, in his official capacity as Governor of the State of Florida, et al., U.S. District Court Case No. 1:21-cv-22863-KMM; Montes, et. al v. Carvalho, et. al, 11th Judicial Circuit Court Case No. 21-019963-CA-01; and School Board of Miami-Dade County, et al. v. Fla. Department of Health, DOAH Case No.21-003066RE. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in the School Board Auditorium.\u00a0 The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Alberto M. Carvalho; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Michele Jones, Mr. Jordan Madrigal, Mr. Gene Kissane, Ms. Sheila M. Gonzalez, Mr. Michael E. Brand, and Mr. Jamie Alan Cole.\u00a0 It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately two (2) hours.\u00a0 This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

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\u2303

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 20, 2021 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 11, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.
The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may attend the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING WINSTON ELLIOTT SCOTT, RETIRED UNITED STATES (U. S.) NAVY CAPTAIN AND FORMER NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION (NASA) ASTRONAUT

B-4

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSIONER DENNIS MOSS, MODESTO ABETY, AND ISABELLA BANOS LEADERSHIP EFFORTS TO RENAME OLD DIXIE HIGHWAY TO HARRIET TUBMAN HIGHWAY (REVISED)

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. SANDRA FIGUEIREDO, MANAGING EDITOR, DORAL FAMILY JOURNAL

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-044 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MIGUEL A. BALSERA AS THE 2022 FLORIDA MUSIC EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (FMEA) ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR (REPLACED)

B-7

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-047 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE ADAPTIVE BEACH DAYS PROGRAM

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

  • AUGUST 3, 2021
  • SEPTEMBER 2, 2021
  • SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
  • SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
  • SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING OF SEPTEMBER 9, 2021
  • ATTORNEY CLIENT SESSION OF SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT
E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

PRESENTATION

HISPANIC HERITAGE SLIDESHOW

LOCAL CONDITIONS AND COVID-19 PROTOCOLS PRESENTATION

 

 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2021-2022 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS

C-2

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROCESS (SIPs)

C-100

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-19

REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUBMISSION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS SAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR 2021-2022 TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1148

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 AND ESTABLISH AND CLASSIFY JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

D-22

RATIFICATION OF THE 2021-2024 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE COMMITTEE

D-23

REQUEST APPROVAL OF AMENDED I0 AND G0 SALARY SCHEDULES

D-55
  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

(REVISED)

D-67

REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM AUGUST 23, 2021 THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2023

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2021

E-35

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 21-037 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $170 MILLION OF TAXABLE GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL REFUNDING BONDS TO REFUND ALL OR A PORTION OF THE SERIES 2013 GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL BONDS

E-86

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-87

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS\u2019 2020-2021 ANNUAL REPORT

E-141

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-013-VF - TRADEMARK MANAGEMENT AND LOGO PROTECTION SERVICES

E-142

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-036-VF - COMPREHENSIVE ON-SITE HEALTHCARE SERVICES FOR STUDENTS ATTENDING C.O.P.E. CENTERS NORTH AND/OR SOUTH

E-143

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-052-MV -EMERGENCY AND STANDBY GENERATOR EQUIPMENT, MAINTENANCE, SERVICE AND/OR REPAIR

E-144

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-038-CM - MULTI-FACTOR AUTHENTICATION SERVICES

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-20-018-CM - INVESTMENT PROVIDERS FOR M-DCPS 403(B) PLAN

E-146

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-056-MC \u2013 CUSTODIAL PAPER GOODS

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG FOUR ACES PROPERTIES IV, LLC, F/K/A HOMESTEAD PJC INVESTMENT, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF HOMESTEAD, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 231-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-2

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ACCEPT THE OFFER OF JUDGEMENT FROM THE STATE OF FLORIDA, DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION IN THE AMOUNT OF ONE MILLION FOUR HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($1,450,000), AS SETTLEMENT OF ALL CLAIMS THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD HAS, OR COULD HAVE, UNDER CIVIL ACTION NO. 19-037117-CA-21, IN CONNECTION WITH THE TAKING OF A PARCEL OF LAND AT HIALEAH GARDENS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, CLAIMS FOR LAND, IMPROVEMENTS, AND SEVERANCE DAMAGES, BUT EXCLUSIVE OF ATTORNEY\u2019S FEES AND COST

F-26

COMMISSION OF ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) FOR CLASSROOM ADDITION AT FREDERICK DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 02019000

F-27

COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD (A/E) FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE 3 - RENOVATIONS, REMODELING AND ADDITION AT WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY, PROJECT NUMBER 01439710

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO FLORIDA LEMARK CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS (PHASE II) PROJECT AT NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01509500

F-42

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE HERBERT A. AMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01894900

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: TO ADOPT POLICY 9300.01, HONORARY HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMAS

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 8800, RELIGIOUS/PATRIOTIC CEREMONIES AND OBSERVANCES

G-3

FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICY 9215, DIRECT-SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS

G-4

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320.02, SMALL/MICRO, MINORITY/WOMEN, AND VETERAN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS, AND BOARD POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

G-5

INITIAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICY 0166, NONPUBLIC MEETINGS

G-6

INITIAL READING: TO ADOPT POLICY 5780, PARENTS’ BILL OF RIGHTS

G-7

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM, 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY 8410, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, PREPAREDNESS, AND RESPONSE, AND 8420.01, SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND PREPAREDNESS

G-8

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 2417, HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM, 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES, AND 2540, INSTRUCTIONAL USE OF AUDIOVISUAL MATERIALS

G-9

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 8141, MANDATORY REPORTING OF MISCONDUCT BY EMPLOYEES, 1030, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS, 1120, EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATORS, 1121.01, EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS AND FINGERPRINTING, 1139, EDUCATOR MISCONDUCT, AND 1150, RESIGNATIONS AND CORRESPONDING POLICIES 3120, 3120.01, 3139, 3150, 4120, 4120.01, AND 4150

G-10

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1120.11, PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS IN EMPLOYMENT, AND CORRESPONDING POLICIES 3120.11 AND 4120.11

G-11

PURSUANT TO THE BOARD ATTORNEY’S SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT PLAN, THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE THE EMPLOYMENT OF AN ASSISTANT SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO FILL A VACANCY CREATED BY THE ASSIGNMENT OF AN ASSISTANT SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO A NEW POSITION WITHIN THE DISTRICT AND APPROVE SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR ASSISTANT SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEYS WITH NEWLY ASSIGNED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPROVED SALARY SCHEDULE (REVISED)

G-12

AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL CONTRACTS FOR THE 20-1500 PROJECT (REVISED 2)

G-13

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. NICOLE REID DOAH Case No. \u00a021-0068TTS

G-14

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CHERMONA FRANCOIS-SMITH, DOAH Case No. \u00a021-0066TTS

G-15

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JORDAN D. ADAMS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2

RECOMMENDATION FROM THE AUDIT AND BUDGET ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR THE HIRING OF THE CHIEF AUDITOR (REVISED)

H-3

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BULLYING PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-4

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE NOVEMBER 18, 2021, AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-5

MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY LITERACY DAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2021 (REVISED-2)

H-6

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN SUPPORT FOR DRIVER’S EDUCATION IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-7

PLANNING FOR THE POTENTIAL IMPACT OF INFLUX OF HAITIAN IMMIGRANT STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-8

ADDRESSING THE DIGITAL DIVIDE THROUGH THE EQUITABLE DIGITAL EXPERIENCE FRAMEWORK (REVISED-2)

PRESENTATION

H-9

MID-YEAR REVIEW OF ACCELERATED LEARNING INITIATIVES AND STUDENTS\u2019 ACADEMIC PROGRESS DURING THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR (REVISED)

H-10

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) COMPLIANCE WITH FLORIDA STATUTE 1006.165 AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES FOR CERTIFICATION IN CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) AND AUTOMATED EXTERNAL DEFIBRILLATORS (AED) (REVISED-3)

H-11

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE OCTOBER 2021 AS LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, AND QUEER (LGBTQ) HISTORY MONTH (REVISED-2)

H-12

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE OCTOBER 2021 AS NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

H-13

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (REVISED)

H-14

FINANCIAL LITERACY IN SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-15

MENTAL HEALTH AND THE EFFECTS OF ACADEMIC\u00a0PERFORMANCE AMONG MIGRANT STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED-2)

H-16

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE OCTOBER 2021 AS NATIONAL ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER AND ATTENTION DEFICIT HYPERACTIVITY DISORDER (ADD/ADHD) AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

H-17

SECURITY AND SAFETY PROVISIONS, PROTOCOLS, AND PROCEDURES FOR SCHOOL BOARD RELATED EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
10.20.21



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.  Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
October 20, 2021
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

 

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:  To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 11, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.   A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.  PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.


The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may attend the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises. " }, { "id": "BD_11162021_OM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-11-16 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Organization Meeting", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

NOVEMBER 16, 2021 - INSTALLATION CEREMONY - 10:00 A. M.
ORGANIZATION MEETING

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132 or request4appearance@dadeschools.net , NO LATER THAN NOON, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021.\u00a0\u00a0

Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes.\u00a0 \u00a0It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary.\u00a0 If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting.\u00a0 At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed.\u00a0 The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Annual Organization Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools strongly encourages facial coverings at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others.\u00a0 We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing from other attendees, when possible, upon arrival and as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

Speakers Supplemental List. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

10:00 A.M.

WELCOME

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

OATH OF OFFICE

ORGANIZATION MEETING \u2013 School Board Administration Building Auditorium

CALL TO ORDER \u2013 Superintendent Presiding

  1. Welcome \u2013 Superintendent
  2. Explanation of Procedures \u2013 Board Attorney
  3. Election of Chair
  4. Election of Vice Chair
  5. Agenda Item SP-1 \u2013 Authorization of Signature of Board Officers

    MOTION:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law.

  6. Agenda Item SP-2 \u2013 Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2022. (REVISED)

    7. ADJOURNMENT

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    11.16.21

     

     

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

NOVEMBER 17, 2021 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 8, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools strongly encourages facial coverings at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others.\u00a0 We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing from other attendees, when possible, upon arrival and as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure.

 

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE AFRICAN AMERICAN COUNCIL OF CHRISTIAN CLERGY (AACCC)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-048 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF VERSAILLES CUBAN RESTAURANT AND THE VALLS FAMILY

VERSAILLES CLIP

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING YDANIA PERALTA

B-6

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NOAH COHEN, HARRISON DELISLE AND LEO OLIVIERA FOR THEIR WORK PROMOTING HAND HYGIENE AND SAFETY IN THE COMMUNITY

PRESENTATION

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2021-2022 DISTRICT 1 STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • ATTORNEY CLIENT SESSION OF OCTOBER 13, 2021
  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF OCTOBER 20, 2021

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5517.01, BULLYING AND HARASSMENT AND INCORPORATED DOCUMENT POLICY AGAINST BULLYING AND HARASSMENT (REVISED)

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1149
  2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 47
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 AND ESTABLISH AND CLASSIFY JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - MS. LUCIA BAEZ-GELLER

D-55

(REVISED)

  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2021

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JULY, AUGUST, AND SEPTEMBER 2021

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-043-TM - CLASSROOM AND MISCELLANEOUS FURNITURE

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-010-VF \u2013 AIRCRAFT PURCHASE

E-143

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-008-CM \u2013 ATTENDANCE AND ENROLLMENT SUPPORT SERVICES

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-20-067-CM \u2013 HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

E-145

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-028-CM \u2013 IN-SCHOOL NURSING AND RESPIRATORY THERAPIST SERVICES

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-20

AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL (REVISED)

F-41

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE CHARLES DREW K8 CENTER SCHOOL SITE PROJECT NO. 01528200

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

INITIAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICY 2432, DRIVER EDUCATION (REVISED)

G-2

PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Jessica Stanley, et al. v. School Board of Miami-Dade County, et al., Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court of Florida, Case No. 21-022862-CA-01 (GOOD CAUSE)

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

CROSSING GUARDS IN HIGH SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-4

SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165.1 - AGENDAS (WITHDRAWN)

H-6

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE NOVEMBER AS HUNGER AND HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-7

COMMUNITY IDENTIFICATION CARDS (REVISED 2)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
11.17.21



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
November 17, 2021
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

 

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 8, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools strongly encourages facial coverings at non-school sites for fully vaccinated individuals. Individuals who are not fully vaccinated should continue to wear a mask to protect themselves and others.\u00a0 We ask that everyone honor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and maintain social distancing from other attendees, when possible, upon arrival and as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure.

" }, { "id": "BD_12082021_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-12-08 09:30:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

DECEMBER 8, 2021     BOARD WORKSHOP     9:30 A.M. - 11:00 A.M.

 

PURPOSE: To discuss Final Redistricting Plans.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:30 a.m., December 1, 2021. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/home \u00a0under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

 

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

9:30 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Mr. Walter Harvey,
School Board Attorney

 

PRESENTATION ON FINAL
REDISTRICTING PLAN


Mr. Dario Moreno & Maria Ilcheva
FIU Redistricting Consultants

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 
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REVISED ANNOUNCEMENT

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
December 8, 2021
9:30 a.m. \u2013 11:00 a.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss Final Redistricting Plans.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:30 a.m., December 1, 2021. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/home under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

Any person may attend the Board workshop at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Suite 726, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors. " }, { "id": "BD_12152021_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2021-12-15 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

\u2303

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

DECEMBER 15, 2021 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 6, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-055 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. JOSE L. DOTRES

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-054 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. ERICK HUECK, MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL TEACHER, RECIPIENT OF THE 2022 CALIFORNIA CASUALTY AWARD FOR TEACHING EXCELLENCE

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-056 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DEPUTY SPECIAL AGENT IN CHARGE DENISE STEMEN (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • ORGANIZATION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 16,2021
  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF NOVEMBER 17, 2021

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1150

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-55

(REVISED)

  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
D-66

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2021-2022 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION

D-67

EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

D-68

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR:
ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR - 2022-2023 WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 22, 2022
ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR - 2022-2023 WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 22, 2022
JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR - 2022-2023 WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 22, 2022 (WITHDRAWN)

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2021

E-86

ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT AND AUDITOR\u2019S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021 (REVISED)

E-87

AUDIT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AS OF JUNE 30, 2021 (REVISED)

E-88

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

E-89

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF YEAR END INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2021 (REVISED)

E-90

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 32 OF 139 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021 (REVISED)

E-141

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-064-MV - ELECTRONIC MARQUEE AND SIGNAGE AND SCOREBOARDS: SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-055-MC - PEST CONTROL ITEMS

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-056-MJ \u2013 PLAYGROUND EQUIPMENT

E-144

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-016-VF \u2013 COMMERCIAL LEASING OF PLAYFIELD FACILITIES AT GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-068-CM \u2013 RECYCLING OF COMPUTING DEVICES (REVISED)

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

TTHAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISH THE FAIR MARKET VALUE FOR EACH OF SIX BOARD-OWNED PARCELS AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO INITIATE AN INVITATION TO BID IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROCESS SET FORTH IN SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7315 (REVISED) (WITHDRAWN)

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND TRUE NORTH CLASSICAL ACADEMY, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, FOR USE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AT GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 9451 S.W. 64 STREET, UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE AWARD OF RFP-21-016-VF (REVISED)

F-26

COMMISSION OF D. STEPHENSON CONSTRUCTION, INC., AS THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK (CMR) FIRM FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND-FUNDED PHASE 3 - RENOVATIONS, REMODELING AND ADDITION PROJECT AT WEST LAKES PREPARATORY ACADEMY, PROJECT NUMBER 01439710

F-27

COMMISSION OF THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC., AS JOB ORDER CONTRACTING (JOC) SYSTEM CONSULTANT FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM (REVISED)

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO FLORIDA LEMARK CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW SCHOOL FACILITY TO REPLACE PORTABLES AT HERBERT A. AMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01894900

F-42

AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE I BUILDING ADDITION FOR REPLACEMENT OF BUILDINGS 1 & 2, AT CHARLES R. DREW K-8 CENTER, (A REUSE OF COMSTOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL NEW, THREE-STORY CLASSROOM BUILDING); PROJECT NUMBER 01528200 (REVISED)

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 21-053, REDISTRICTING THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA (REVISED)

G-2

FINAL READING: TO ADOPT POLICY 5780, PARENTS\u2019 BILL OF RIGHTS

G-3

FINAL READING: TO ADOPT POLICY 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM

G-4

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 2417, HUMAN GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM, 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES, AND 2540, INSTRUCTIONAL USE OF AUDIOVISUAL MATERIALS

G-5

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 8141, MANDATORY REPORTING OF MISCONDUCT BY EMPLOYEES, 1030, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS, 1120, EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATORS, 1121.01, EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS AND FINGERPRINTING, 1139, EDUCATOR MISCONDUCT, AND 1150, RESIGNATIONS AND CORRESPONDING POLICIES 3120, 3120.01, 3139, 3150, 4120, 4120.01, AND 4150

G-6

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 1120.11, PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS IN EMPLOYMENT, AND CORRESPONDING POLICIES 3120.11 AND 4120.11

G-7

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY, 8410, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, PREPAREDNESS, AND RESPONSE, AND 8420.01, SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND PREPAREDNESS

G-8

FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICY 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS

G-9

SUBJECT: PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN THE MATTER OF: THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND DIPOMPEO CONSTRUCTION CORPORATION

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-1

MATTERS RELATED TO THE POSITION OF SUPERINTENDENT (GOOD CAUSE)

H-3

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF JANUARY 2022 AS NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH (REVISED)

H-4

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZES THE CIVIC ENGAGEMENT ACADEMY AT BOB GRAHAM EDUCATION CENTER (REVISED)

CEA RECOGNITION SLIDESHOW

H-6

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE “2022 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR” ON SUNDAY, MARCH 13, 2022 (REVISED)

H-7

REVIEW OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2330 \u2013 HOMEWORK (REVISED)

H-8

PARTNERING WITH COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS FOR ESTABLISHING TOBACCO EDUCATION & CESSATION PROGRAMS (REVISED)

H-9

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-10

RECOGNIZING WORLD AIDS DAY “ENDING THE HIV/AIDS EPIDEMIC: RESILIENCE AND IMPACT” IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-11

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI- DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE APRIL 29, 2022, AS A DAY TO COMMEMORATE THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF CONGRESSWOMAN CARRIE P. MEEK IN MIAMI- DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
12.15.21



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
December 15, 2021
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 6, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2021.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 5, 2022           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING           9:30-11:00 A.M

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss matters related to the position of Superintendent. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 9:30 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the Special School Board Meeting.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

9:30 A.M

 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

 

 

AGENDA ITEMS

 

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NOTICE
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
January 5, 2022
9:30 - 11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss matters related to the position of Superintendent. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 9:30 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, JANUARY 4, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may attend the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

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\u2303

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 12, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 10, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


SP-1MATTERS RELATED TO THE POSITION OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
  

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida establish parameters and critical elements that will govern the identification of qualified candidates for the position of Superintendent of Schools.

 

 
ADJOURNMENT

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

01.05.2022

 

 

B-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE STUDENTS OF TAPIZTREE FOR THEIR ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCACY EFFORTS THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI ALUMNI CHAPTER OF KAPPA ALPHA PSI FRATERNITY

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. EDGAR URIBE (WITHDRAWN)

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. ALBERTO MAUC\u00d3, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, MUJERES EXITOSAS DE ALTO NIVEL (GOOD CAUSE)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES: REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF DECEMBER 15, 2021

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5517.01, BULLYING AND HARASSMENT AND INCORPORATED DOCUMENT POLICY AGAINST BULLYING AND HARASSMENT (REVISED)

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1151

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022, JOB DESCRIPTIONS, AND SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR SELECT MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (REVISED)

D-55

(REVISED)

  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS (REVISED)

D-66

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR:

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR - 2022-2023 WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 17, 2022

ADULT/VOCATIONAL EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR - 2022-2023 WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 17, 2022

JUVENILE JUSTICE EDUCATION SCHOOL CALENDAR - 2022-2023 WITH A START DATE OF JULY 6, 2022

(REVISED)

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2021

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-063-EV \u2013 PAINTING AND RELATED INCIDENTAL WORK

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

E-202

AMEND THE BOARD APPROVED 2022 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS (GOOD CAUSE)


NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

  • Call to Order
  • Close Agenda
  • Purpose of Meeting
    1. Election of Officers:

      2. Chair

      Vice Chair

      Superintendent of Schools - President and Secretary

      Chief Financial Officer - Vice President and Treasurer

      Treasurer - Assistant Secretary

    2. Acceptance of Transmittal of Annual Budget and Audited Financial Statement Relating to the Foundation
  • Other Business and Adjournment

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
\u00a0

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG TITAN DEVELOPMENT PARTNERS, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 215-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-2

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM SLATE MIAMI APARTMENTS, LTD, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 2145 AND 2137 NW 36 STREET, AND 3629 NW 21 COURT, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142

F-3

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM BLOCK 55 RESIDENTIAL, LP, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 249 NW 6 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142

F-26

AUTHORIZATION TO CANCEL REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) 187 AND REJECT ALL RFQ RESPONSES RECEIVED FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR THE RE-ROOFING TERM BID PROGRAM AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS, PROJECT NUMBER 02200800

F-27

AUTHORIZATION TO CANCEL REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS (RFQ) 188 (SHELTERED MARKET \u2013 SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE) AND REJECT ALL RFQ RESPONSES RECEIVED FOR THE SELECTION OF ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR THE RE-ROOFING TERM BID PROGRAM AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS, PROJECT NUMBER 02200900

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC., RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT LAWTON CHILES MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01617100

F-43

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO JRT CONSTRUCTION, CO., THE RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT PALMETTO MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01529900 (REVISED)

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: AMENDMENT OF POLICY 2432, DRIVER EDUCATION

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

REVIEW OF THE CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT, INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE IN SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5500 (REVISED)

H-4

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE JANUARY AS HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-5

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2022 AS FLORIDA BICYCLE MONTH AND RECOGNITION OF THE BIKESAFE\u00ae PROGRAM AT DISTRICT’S MIDDLE SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-6

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2022 AS ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
01.12.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
January 12, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 20, 2021. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JANUARY 10, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may attend the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_01182022_SP", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-01-18 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Special Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 18, 2022           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING          10:00 A.M

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss matters related to the position of Superintendent. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 12, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may attend the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the Special School Board Meeting.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M

 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

 

 

AGENDA ITEMS

 

SP-1MATTERS RELATED TO THE POSITION OF THE SUPERINTENDENT
  

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. receive the names, letters of intent and resumes of the applicants who submitted their documentation for the position of Superintendent of Schools prior to the January 12, 2022, deadline established by the Board; and
  2. in light of the letters of intent and resumes received, determine the appropriate process to screen, identify and hire an appropriate, qualified applicant to serve as Superintendent of Schools.
 
ADJOURNMENT

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

01.18.2022

 

 

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NOTICE
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
January 18, 2022
10:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss matters related to the position of Superintendent. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes. There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, January 12, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, FRIDAY, JANUARY 14, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 24, 2022           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING          2:00 P.M

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss matters related to the position of Superintendent. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 20, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may attend the meeting at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the Special School Board Meeting.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

2:00 P.M

 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

 

 

AGENDA ITEMS

 

SP-1MATTERS RELATED TO THE POSITION OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (REVISED)
  

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. PERLA TABARES HANTMAN: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. confirm the process and procedures for interviewing and screening the three (3) candidates for the position of Superintendent of Schools; and
  2. select and appoint a candidate for the position of Superintendent of Schools, subject to compliance with employment hiring standards and fingerprinting in accordance with Board policy; and
  3. conduct a workshop to provide additional guidance to the School Board Chair regarding terms and conditions to be included in the Superintendent’s contract; and
  4. authorize the School Board Chair to negotiate and execute an employment agreement with the Superintendent of Schools on behalf of the Board based on the guidance provided by the School Board at the aforementioned workshop.
 
ADJOURNMENT

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

01.24.2022

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NOTICE
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
January 24, 2022
2:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss matters related to the position of Superintendent. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 2:00 p.m., Thursday, January 20, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_02022022_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-02-02 09:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

FEBRUARY 2, 2022     BOARD WORKSHOP     9:00 - 11:00 A.M.
SBAB Auditorium


PURPOSE:\u00a0 To present WLRN Media Management Agreement and discuss matters related to WLRN facilities.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., January 26, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may attend the School Board Workshop in the Administration Building's Room 726, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

9:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS
AND INTRODUCTIONS

Mr. Alberto Carvalho,
Superintendent of Schools

 

BACKGROUND

\u00a0

Mr. Walter Harvey, School Board Attorney
& Ms. Daisy Gonzalez-Diego, Chief Communications Officer

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members

CLOSING COMMENTS\u00a0

Mr. Alberto Carvalho
Superintendent of Schools

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

/dl

02.02.2022

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
February 2, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To present WLRN Media Management Agreement and discuss matters related to WLRN facilities. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 9:00 a.m., January 26, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may attend the workshop at the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

" }, { "id": "BD_02092022_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-02-09 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 31, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial while indoors.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 22-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SUPERINTENDENT ALBERTO M. CARVALHO FOR MORE THAN 30 YEARS OF SERVICE TO STUDENTS AND FAMILIES OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS)

PRESENTATION

B-4

REQUEST THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE THE WINNERS AND RUNNERS-UP OF THE DISTRICT 5 \u201cWHAT DOES THE MOMENT OF SILENCE MEAN TO ME?\u201d ESSAY CONTEST

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-006 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DETECTIVE JOHN T. MESSENGER, SR., MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS POLICE (REVISED)

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2021 FHSAA 5A STATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Miami Norland Senior High School

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 5, 2022
  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 12, 2022
  • SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 18, 2022 & JANUARY 24, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

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A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  • PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1152
  • INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND STRONGE & ASSOCIATES EDUCATIONAL CONSULTANTS, LLC.

D-55

(REVISED)

  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS AND ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONSOLIDATION

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2021

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER, AND DECEMBER 2021

E-14

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2021-22 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-15

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2021-22 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-16

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2021-22 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-17

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-18

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-19

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-20

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER CARES ACT RELIEF FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-21

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF II FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-22

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2020-21 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER CRRSA ACT RELIEF FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-25

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2021-22 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-66

RENEWAL OF DISTRICT\u2019S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

E-86

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

E-87

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 37 OF 139 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021 (REVISED)

E-88

SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORT OF INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS\u2014OPERATION OF WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021 (REVISED)

E-141

SUSPENSION OF STRUCTURED CABLING SOLUTIONS, INC., PURSUANT TO PROCEDURES FOR SANCTIONS UNDER SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320.04 \u2013 CONTRACTOR DISCIPLINE

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-21-028-CM \u2013 ESSER ATTENDANCE OUTREACH CAMPAIGN

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-062-EV \u2013 BOILER AND WATER HEATER PURCHASE, REPAIR AND REPLACE

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD ACCEPT THE CLEAN ENERGY 2030 REPORT, PREPARED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS CLEAN ENERGY TASK FORCE

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A MASTER JOINT USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE CITY OF HIALEAH (\u201cCITY\u201d), TO MAKE DESIGNATED CITY PARK SITES AND DESIGNATED SCHOOL SITES LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY AVAILABLE TO BOTH PARTIES FOR RECREATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES

F-3

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE EXECUTION OF ALL RELATED DOCUMENTS FOR AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-16-027-MT - SALE OF PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1370 N.E. SECOND AVENUE (REVISED)

PRESENTATION

F-26

AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (PMSS) AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., FOR THIRTY-SIX (36) MONTHS (WITHDRAWN)

F-27

AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE S&F ENGINEERS, INC., AND SRS ENGINEERING, INC., WITH EASTERN ENGINEERING GROUP COMPANY AS CIVIL AND STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR ALLEGUEZ ARCHITECTURE, INC., ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT (SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2 MILLION EACH

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OFCONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY, 8410, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, PREPAREDNESS, AND RESPONSE, AND 8420.01, SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AND PREPAREDNESS

G-2

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JOSE FLEITES

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

RENEWAL OF REFERENDUM IN SUPPORT OF TEACHER SALARIES, SCHOOL SAFETY AND SECURITY

H-4

FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR CONVERTING JORGE MAS CANOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL TO A 6-12 HIGH SCHOOL

H-5

ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2, 2022, AS READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (REVISED)

H-6

SCHOOL BOARD JOIN IN PROMOTING APRIL 22, 2022 AS EARTH DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-7

STUDENT/PARENT CAMPAIGN \u2013 THE ILLEGAL MANUFACTURE, POSSESSION, OR DISPLAY OF FAKE IDENTIFICATION CARDS (IDS) PURSUANT TO FLORIDA STATUTE 322.212 (REVISED)

H-8

FEBRUARY 2022 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-9

RECOGNIZING WORLD HEARING DAY ON MARCH 3, 2022, AND IMPLEMENTING A PILOT PROGRAM FOR MORE COMPREHENSIVE HEARING TESTS IN SCHOOLS (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

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ADJOURNMENT
02.09.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
February 9, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 31, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines, each person will be required to wear a face covering over their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 9, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 28, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JAIME G. TORRENS FOR HIS 37 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REPLACEMENT)

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. UNETHIA FOX, 2023 FRANCISCO R, WALKER MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TEACHER OF THE YEAR (REPLACEMENT)

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-010 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ROSA MAR\u00cdA PAY\u00c1 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

B-7

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE WOMEN OF DISTRICT 9 (REPLACEMENT)

B-8

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. EMILY SANTANA (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF FEBRUARY 9, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

 

A-2

PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR UKRAINE AND WAIVE PROHIBITIONS OUTLINED IN BOARD POLICIES 5830, STUDENT FUNDRAISING, AND 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, IN ORDER TO ALLOW FUNDRAISING AND/OR OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES IN SUPPORT OF UKRAINIAN CRISIS RELIEF EFFORTS (GOOD CAUSE)

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ DISTRICT ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (ELL) PLAN

C-2

REQUEST TO RESCHEDULE THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1153

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 (REVISED)

D-55

RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2022

E-35

ANNUAL SUMMARY OF THE ACTIVITIES OF THE TREASURY ADVISORY COMMITTEE

E-86

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA SINGLE AUDIT REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE UNIFORM GUIDANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021, MANAGEMENT LETTER AND INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT\u2019S REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 10.800 OF THE RULES OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA (REVISED)

E-141

REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-022-MD \u2013 MAINLINE FOOD AND DISTRIBUTION SERVICE

E-142

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-066-VF \u2013 OUTSIDE AGENCIES QUALIFIED TO OPERATE ALTERNATIVE EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AT-RISK STUDENTS

E-143

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-065-MJ - DISINFECTANT WIPES

E-146

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-011-MJ \u2013 CHARTER BUS SERVICES, IN AND OUT COUNTY

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG BJ 18 INVESTMENTS, LLC AND THE CENTRAL, LLC, F/K/A 533 NW 2nd AVENUE, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 309-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (WITHDRAWN)

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH A NEW ADDITION AT PALM SPRINGS NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 17615 NW 82 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE AND EXECUTE:

  1. PARKING AND ESCROW AGREEMENTS WITH THE GALLERY AT WEST BRICKELL, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY 'DEVELOPER', PROVIDING LONG-TERM USE OF PARKING FACILITIES BY DISTRICT STAFF OF THE FUTURE EDUCATIONAL FACILITY 'PROJECT' LOCATED AT 945 S.W. 3 AVENUE, MIAMI;
  2. ANY AND ALL ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PROJECT, AND ANY DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO ALIGN EXISTING PROJECT DOCUMENTATION WITH THE AFORESAID PARKING AGREEMENT

(REVISED)

F-26

AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE ABSOLUTE CIVIL ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS, L.L.C., WITH CORDOVA RODRIGUEZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS CIVIL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR LIVS ASSOCIATES, L.L.C., ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS & CLASSROOM ADDITION AT MIAMI SHORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01529500

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-5

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 21, 2022, AS WORLD DOWN SYNDROME DAY (WDSD) IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-7

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 22-008 PROCLAIMING APRIL 2022 AS CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT PREVENTION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-8

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF APRIL 24-30, 2022, AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRIL 27, 2022 AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY (REVISED)

H-9

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE FATHERS IN EDUCATION DAY, APRIL 21, 2022 AND FATHERS IN ACTION & ADVOCACY WEEK, APRIL 18-22, 2022 (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
03.09.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
March 9, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 28, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 7, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

" }, { "id": "BD_03302022_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-03-30 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 30, 2022     BOARD WORKSHOP     10:00 A.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726


PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ efforts at addressing the digital divide through the Equitable Digital Experience Framework.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., March 23, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS
AND INTRODUCTIONS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES & PRESENTATION
OF THE WORKSHOP

\u00a0

Mr. Eugene P. Baker
Chief Information Officer

Mr. Daniel M.Mateo
Assistant Superintendent,
Innovation & School Choice

Mr. Mario A. De Barros
Chief Procurement Officer

Mr. Ron Y. Steiger
Chief Financial Officer

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members

CLOSING COMMENTS\u00a0

Dr. Jose L. Dotres
Superintendent of Schools

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 

/dl

03.30.2022

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
March 30, 2022
10:00 a.m. - Noon
School Board Auditorium Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss Miami-Dade County Public Schools\u2019 efforts at addressing the digital divide through the Equitable Digital Experience Framework. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., March 23, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_03302022_AC", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-03-30 14:00:00", "meetingType": "Attorney-Client Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 30, 2022 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 2:00 P.M.
SBAB \u2013 CONFERENCE ROOM 726

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section 1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

 

2:00 P.M.

School Board Administration Building, Conference Room 726

  
CALL TO ORDERMs. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

March 30, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Archimedean Academy Inc., and City of Aventura v. School Board of Miami-Dade County; Consolidated Case Nos.: 3D20-1913 & 3D20-1854; L.T. No. 19-30739 (Circuit Court Case No.: 2019-030739-CA-01; Former Case No.: 2020-006112- CA-01). The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta Perez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Mary Lawson, Mr. Robert Gang, Mr. Frank Sanchez, and Mr. Jay Yagoda. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one and a half (1\u00bd) hours. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

 

ADJOURNMENT

03.30.22

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
GIVES PUBLIC
NOTICE THAT ON:

March 30, 2022 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Archimedean Academy Inc., and City of Aventura v. School Board of Miami-Dade County; Consolidated Case Nos.: 3D20-1913 & 3D20-1854; L.T. No. 19-30739 (Circuit Court Case No.: 2019-030739-CA-01; Former Case No.: 2020-006112-CA-01). The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Mary Lawson, Mr. Robert Gang, Mr. Frank Sanchez, and Mr. Jay Yagoda. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one and a half (1\u00bd) hours. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

" }, { "id": "BD_04062022_IM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-04-06 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Public Hearing", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 6, 2022 - PUBLIC HEARING - 10:00 A.M.
ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
SBAB AUDITORIUM

 

This public hearing is being held, pursuant to \u00a71006.283, Florida Statutes, to address the instructional materials that are being considered for adoption for 2022-2023. A copy of the public hearing agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., March 30, 2022.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www3.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the Public Hearing for Instructional Materials considered for adoption should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2022. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.\u00a0 Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Public Hearing by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. \u00a0Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the\u00a0 Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

PUBLIC HEARING ON ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

AGENDA ITEMS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

SP-1PUBLIC HEARING: ADOPTION OF DISTRICT-WIDE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive public comment on the proposed instructional materials adoption in accordance with Florida Law and Board Policy.\u00a0 \u00a0

PRESENTATION

 

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

/dl
04.06.22



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces a public hearing on:

April 6, 2022
10:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida 33132

This public hearing is being held, pursuant to \u00a71006.283, Florida Statutes, to address the instructional materials that are being considered for adoption for 2022-2023. A copy of the public hearing agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., March 30, 2022.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www3.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the Public Hearing for Instructional Materials considered for adoption should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, APRIL 5, 2022. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.\u00a0 Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_04132022_CS", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-04-13 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Conference Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 13, 2022     \u00a0CONFERENCE SESSION     10:00 A.M.
Attendance Areas for 2022-2023
School Board Administration Building Auditorium


PURPOSE: To discuss attendance zones for elementary and secondary schools for the 2022-2023 school year, which, in effect, better utilizes student stations. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. 

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. 

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 

OPENING REMARKS

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

Dr. Jose L. Dotres
Superintendent of Schools

Dr. John D. Pace
Chief Operating Officer
School Operations

 

INTRODUCTION OF ATTENDANCE \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
BOUNDARY COMMITTEE (ABC)
MEMBERS \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0 

Mr. Jeffrey Codallo, ABC Chair
Attendance Boundary Committee (ABC)

 

OVERVIEW

Dr. John D. Pace
Chief Operating Officer
School Operations

 

ABC PRESENTATION

\u00a0

Mr. Steffond L. Cone
Assistant Superintendent
School Operations

Region Center Superintendents

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE
ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DEEAC)

Mr. Matthew Tisdol, DEEAC Chair

Diversity, Equity and Excellence Advisory
Committee (DEEAC)

CLOSING REMARKS\u00a0

Dr. Jose L. Dotres

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla T. Hantman

 

/dnl

4/13/2022



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces a conference session on:

April 13, 2022
10:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida 33132

Attendance Boundaries for 2022-2023 is the subject of the scheduled conference session. A copy of the conference session agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., April 4, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
April 13, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 4, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the the Conference Session, Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

 

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 13, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 4, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 11, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI ARTS STUDIO (MAS) 6-12 @ ZELDA GLAZER VOCAL/CHORUS ACADEMY AND MUSIC DIRECTORS RYAN ELLIS AND CINDY ELLIS (REPLACED)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. ROMERO BRITTO

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE WOMEN WHO LABOR IN LOVE (REVISED)

B-6

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE FTX CHARITY HACKATHON TEAMS FROM ALONZO AND TRACY MOURNING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-017 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE VIKING FREEDOM WRITERS OF MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF MARCH 9, 2022
  • ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION OF MARCH 30, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE THE HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS POLICIES, PROCEDURES, REPORTS, PLANS, AND HEAD START ENTERPRISE SYSTEM DOCUMENTS

C-2

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADES K-12 MATHEMATICS, GRADES 9-12 ADVANCEDPLACEMENT SPANISH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE, AND A UNIT OF STUDY FOR HUMAN REPRODUCTION AND DISEASE EDUCATION, GRADES 6-12, FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR (REVISED)

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1154

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE 2022 GLAZER AND LORTON WRITING INSTITUTE

D-23

REQUEST FOR:

  1. AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (FLDOE), APPROVAL FOR CONTINUATION FOR THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) ADD-ON ENDORSEMENT PLAN FOR ENGLISH SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES (ESOL)
  2. AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT FOR APPROVAL THE FLORIDA CENTER FOR READING RESEARCH (FCRR) READING ENDORSEMENT PATHWAY COMPONENTS
  3. AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT FOR APPROVAL THE MICRO CREDENTIALING COMPONENT TO THE DISTRICT\u2019S PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG\u2019S MASTER PLAN FOR IN-SERVICE EDUCATION; AND
  4. APPROVAL FOR THE ANNUAL CONTINUATION OF THE STATE- APPROVED 2019-2024 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG\u2019S MASTER PLAN FOR IN-SERVICE EDUCATION FOR 2022-2023.
D-24

REQUEST BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL TO CONTRACT PERSONNEL FOR OPEN BUDGETED POSITION (REVISED)

D-55

(REVISED)

  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
D-66

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

D-68

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 8210, SCHOOL CALENDARS, AND THE SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2021-2022 SCHOOL YEAR TO OBSERVE JUNETEENTH ON JUNE 20, 2022

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2022

E-86

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-87

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 31 OF 139 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021

E-88

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF DISTRICT-ISSUED INSTRUCTIONAL MOBILE DEVICES

E-89

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR\u2019S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021

E-90

AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021 AND INDEPENDENT AUDITORS REPORT

E-141

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-005-CM \u2013 OUTFITTING, RELOCATION, ASSEMBLY AND INSTALLATION OF LOGISTICS

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-041-EV \u2013 TERMITE EXTERMINATION SERVICES

E-143

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-034-DP \u2013 IT HARDWARE EQUIPMENT, ACCESSORIES, PERIPHERALS, AND SUPPORT

E-144

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-073-MJ \u2013 BULK FUEL

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-027-TM - ESSER FUNDED CONFERENCE CAMERAS

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES, FOR USE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AT MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 6425 MIAMI LAKEWAY NORTH, MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA

F-26

COMMISSION OF THE FOLLOWING FIRMS AS ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $4 MILLION EACH, FOR A FOUR-YEAR TERM

F-27

COMMISSION OF AIRQUEST ENVIRONMENTAL, INC., AND GALLAGHER BASSETT SERVICES, INC., TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL/ASBESTOS CONSULTING & TESTING SERVICES; AND GFA INTERNATIONAL, INC., d/b/a UNIVERSAL ENGINEERING SCIENCES TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL/ASBESTOS CONSULTING & TESTING QUALITY CONTROL/ALTERNATE SERVICES FOR FOUR-YEAR TERMS WITH EXTENSIONS AT THE OPTION OF THE BOARD

F-28

AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE BUILDING CODE CONSULTANT AGREEMENTS WITH ABSOLUTE CIVIL ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS, L.L.C., BERMELLO AJAMIL & PARTNERS, INC., AND C.A.P. GOVERNMENT, INC.

F-29

AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND AGREEMENT WITH THE GORDIAN GROUP, INC., TO REFLECT THE COMPANY\u2019S CHANGE IN PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBLE TO THE BOARD FOR JOB ORDER CONTRACTING (JOC) SYSTEM CONSULTANT SERVICES

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., THE NEW CLASSROOM ADDITION AT ALONZO AND TRACY MOURNING SENIOR HIGH BISCAYNE BAY; PROJECT NUMBER 02092300

F-42

AWARD TO BURKE CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC., THE SITEWORK AND PLAYFIELDS PROJECT AT J.C. BERMUDEZ DORAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 02083003

F-43

AWARD TO THORNTON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., THE K-8 CONVERSION ADDITION AT HENRY E. S. REEVES K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01991600

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. GRACIELA REYES MARINO, DOAH Case No. 21-3010TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND ACKNOWLEDGE THURSDAY, MAY 5, 2022, AS NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER (REVISED 2)

H-4

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MONTH APRIL 2022 AS WORLD AUTISM DAY AND AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

H-5

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE 15TH ANNUAL MIAMI INTERNATIONAL AGRICULTURE, HORSE & CATTLE SHOW APRIL 8-10, 2022 (REVISED)

H-6

REVIEW STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND PARENTAL PARTICIPATION PRACTICES AND POLICIES (REVISED 2)

H-7

AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS (REVISED)

H-8

GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB), FACILITIES, AND CONSTRUCTION (REVISED)

H-9

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 6, 2022, AS SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-10

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MAY 2022 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND MAY 7, 2022, AS NATIONAL CHILDREN\u2019S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-11

PROTOCOL (REVISED)

H-12

6-12 SCHOOL OPTIONS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS)

H-13

ACTION PLAN TO IMPROVE AND SUPPORT UNDER-ENROLLED SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-14

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE APRIL 23 THROUGH APRIL 30, 2022, AS THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST, INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH ON APRIL 28, 2022, TO BE OBSERVED THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

H-15

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE THE MONTH OF MAY AS WATER SAFETY MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-16

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2022 AS ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-17

FEASIBILITY OF DESIGNATING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) AS A MULTILINGUAL SCHOOL DISTRICT (REVISED)

H-18

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 120th ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA - MAY 20, 2022 (REVISED)

H-19

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 3, 2022 AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY AND MAY 2-6, 2022 AS TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-20

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE THE MONTH OF APRIL AS SEXUAL ASSAULT AWARENESS MONTH (SAAM) IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-21

TRAVEL APPROVAL AND AUTHORIZATION (REVISED)

H-22

PARENTAL INPUT IN THE ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
04.13.22



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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 11, 2022     BOARD WORKSHOP     9:00-11:00 A.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726B


PURPOSE:\u00a0 To discuss matters related to Secure Our Future + Task Force and referendum renewal.\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., May 4, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

9:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS
AND INTRODUCTIONS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

BACKGROUND

\u00a0

Ms. Tabitha Fazzino
Chief Intergovernmental Affairs & Compliance Officer

 

PRESENTATION

\u00a0

Selected Cabinet Members

DISCUSSION

School Board Members

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 

/dl

05.11.2022

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
May 11, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss matters related to Secure Our Future + Task Force and referendum renewal. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., May 4, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 18, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 9, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 16, 2022.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-022 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2022 WILSON SCHOLARS (REVISED)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP SIGNING AND COLLEGE AND CAREER DECISION DAY (REVISED)

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE JUNIOR LEAGUE OF MIAMI 2022 SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS: OLIVIA ALFONSO, BETANIA ARCE, LAUREN GREGORIO, NICOLE RU\u00cdZ (WITHDRAWN)

B-6

SCHOOL BOARD RECOGNITION OF THE 2022 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS (REVISED)

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MISS CORI\u2019ANNA WHITE & IBTESAM DAMES, FOR ADVOCATING FOR OUR EARTH, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

B-8

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-026 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MARTIN S. KARP FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO THE STUDENTS AND FAMILIES OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

B-9

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-027 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ANALY RODRIGUEZ, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2021-2022 OFFICE EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR (REVISED)

B-10

REQUEST APPROVAL THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE THE MEDALISTS FROM THE UNITED STATES OPEN & JUNIOR INTERNATIONAL CUP TEAM KARATE CHAMPIONSHIP (REPLACED)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING OF APRIL 6, 2022
  • ABC CONFERENCE SESSION OF APRIL 13, 2022
  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF APRIL 13, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

A-2

APPROVE RESOLUTION 22-030 CALLING FOR A REFERENDUM TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 8, 2022, SEEKING APPROVAL FROM THE VOTERS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD TO LEVY AN AD VALOREM ASSESSMENT TO CONTINUE IMPROVING COMPENSATION FOR TEACHERS AND INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL, AND IMPROVE STUDENT SAFETY AND SECURITY FOR PUBLIC SCHOOLS, INCLUDING CHARTER SCHOOLS, WITH OVERSIGHT BY A CITIZEN ADVISORY COMMITTEE (GOOD CAUSE)

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1155
  2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 48
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-55

RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS, THREE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS, TWO CHARTER SCHOOL RENEWAL CONTRACTS, AND FIVE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS

D-66

DISMISSAL TIMES FOR THE LAST THREE DAYS OF SCHOOL FOR THE 2021\u20132022 AND 2022\u20132023 SCHOOL YEARS

D-68

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 8210, SCHOOL CALENDARS

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2022

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY, AND MARCH 2022

E-14

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-15

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-16

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-17

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-18

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-19

RESOLUTION NO. 2, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-20

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER CRRSA ACT RELIEF FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-21

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF III (ESSER III) SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-22

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER ARP FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-23

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

E-66

COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED PROGRAMS

E-67

RENEWAL OF DISTRICT\u2019S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

E-86

EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES CUSTODIAL FUND OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 (REVISED)

E-87

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

E-88

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THE LAST 39 OF 139 CHARTER SCHOOLS AND FOUR (4) COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBOs) OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2021 (REVISED)

E-141

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-031-CM \u2013 STUDENT AND ATHLETIC ACCIDENT INSURANCE

E-142

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE AIRCRAFTS FOR GEORGE T. BAKER AVIATION TECHNICAL COLLEGE, AFTER SUCCESSFUL NEGOTIATIONS

E-143

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO US FOODS, INC. THROUGH DIRECT NEGOTIATIONS FOR THE GOODS AND SERVICES SET FORTH UNDER RFP-20-022-MD - MAINLINE FOOD AND DISTRIBUTION SERVICE (REVISED)

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-019-MV - ESSER FUNDED PROMETHEAN (REVISED)

E-146

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-021-MJ - DESKTOP COMPUTERS, LAPTOPS, SERVERS, MONITORS AND CARTS

E-147

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-025-MV \u2013 STAGE AND AUDITORIUM LIGHTING

E-149

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-030-RU \u2013 ESSER PART-TIME MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS

E-150

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-21-043-CM - TITLE I EQUITABLE SUPPLEMENTARY EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (ESES) FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS IN PARTICIPATING NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

E-151

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-017-MJ \u2013 STUDENT LAPTOPS (REVISED)

E-152

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL NO. RFP-21-044-CM \u2013 PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE VILLAGE OF KEY BISCAYNE (\u201cVILLAGE\u201d), TO PROVIDE FOR THE DONATION OF $40,000 TO THE SCHOOL BOARD BY THE VILLAGE TO BE USED BY THE DISTRICT TOWARDS THE INSTALLATION AND OPERATION OF SOLAR PANELS ON THE ROOFTOP OF THE CONCESSION/RESTROOM BUILDING AT THE MARITIME & SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (\u201cMAST\u201d), LOCATED AT 3979 RICKENBACKER CAUSEWAY, KEY BISCAYNE, FLORIDA

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CANAL GROVE SIDE APARTMENTS, LTD (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 266-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CENTURY PARC VILLAS LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 125-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-20

AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE THE BILL OF SALE AND GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER FACILITIES TO SERVE THE THOMAS JEFFERSON NEW K8 ACADEMY, LOCATED AT 525 N.W. 147 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, 33168, PROJECT NUMBER 01432800 AND TO CONVEY THE SUBJECT UTILITY LINES IN FAVOR OF AND TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH

F-42

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED FOR THE RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01413900

F-59

AWARD JOB ORDER CONTRACTS FOR M-DCPS:
MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
CONTRACT #JOC22OC-1
CONTRACT #JOC22OC-2
CONTRACT #JOC22OC-3
CONTRACT #JOC22SC-1
CONTRACT #JOC22SC-2
CONTRACT #JOC22MC-1

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD

G-2

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

G-3

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. KWAN M. CHANG, DOAH Case No. 21-002889TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD\u2019S OFFICIAL ENDORSEMENT AND SUPPORT FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE NEWLY ADOPTED FLORIDA HOUSE BILL (HB) 395 \u2013 VICTIMS OF COMMUNISM DAY (REVISED 2)

H-4

RECOGNIZE THE SEAL OF BILITERACY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

H-5

PARENTAL CONCERN HOTLINE (REVISED 2)

H-7

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2020 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND AUTHORIZE ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS TO FOSTER RELATED ACTIVITIES (REVISED 2)

H-8

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE \u201cCLICK IT OR TICKET\u201d NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT SAFETY CAMPAIGN, MAY 23 THROUGH JUNE 5, 2022 (REVISED 2)

H-9

PROTOCOL FOR LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY (REVISED)

H-10

ELECTROCARDIOGRAM (EKG/ECG) SCREENINGS FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) STUDENTS (REVISED 2)

H-11

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED STUDIES (SAS) AS FOURTH BEST PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOL IN U.S.A. BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT (REVISED 2)

H-12

ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR (REVISED 2)

H-13

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ESTABLISH ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE EID ACROSS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

H-14

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-028 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA,RECOGNIZING MR. JACKSON NICOLAS AS THE 2022 DADE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS (DASA) PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED 2)

H-15

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-029 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JEAN CLAUDE SAINT PHARD, AS THE 2022 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED 2)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
05.18.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
May 18, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 9, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 16, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

" }, { "id": "BD_05182022_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-05-18 09:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 18, 2022 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
SBAB - Auditorium

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2022-2023 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., May 11, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

9:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP

 

Mr. Ron Steiger,
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Services

Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members
ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

05.18.2022



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
May 18, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2022-2023 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., May 11, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_06152022_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-06-15 09:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 15, 2022 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 9:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2022-2023 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., June 8, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

9:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP

 

Mr. Ron Steiger,
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Services

Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members
ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman

 

06.15.2022



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
June 15, 2022
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2022-2023 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 9:00 a.m., June 8, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102,1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_06222022_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-06-22 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 22, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 13, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0 \u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2022.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. SHERYL VERNIECE RAGOO FOR 35 YEARS OF SERVICE TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-031 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. OCTAVIO J. VISIEDO, FORMER SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, CELEBRATING 50 YEARS IN EDUCATION (REVISED)

PRESENTATION

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-032 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. MAGGIE VIDAL- SANTOS FOR HER YEARS OF SERVICE AND DEDICATION TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

PRESENTATION

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF May 18, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

INITIAL READING:\u00a0 PROPOSED ADOPTION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7540.07, INSTRUCTIONAL MOBILE DEVICES FOR STUDENTS, AND PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 7310, DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY (REVISED)

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-19

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY, AND SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 8410, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, PREPAREDNESS, AND RESPONSE (REVISED)

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1156
  2. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2022-2023
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2021-2022 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL WAIVERS TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS

D-23

REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S REALIGNMENT, RESTRUCTURING, AND REORGANIZATION OF SELECTED DISTRICT OFFICES (REVISED)

D-55

RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

D-64

REQUEST APPROVAL TO ADOPT THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE\u2019S (USDA) COMMUNITY ELIGIBILITY PROVISION (CEP) AND AMEND POLICY 8500, FOOD SERVICES, AND POLICY 8531, FREE AND REDUCED-PRICE MEALS (REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF SIX NEW (INITIAL) CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS, TWELVE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWALS, FOUR CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS, ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONSOLIDATION AND ONE AMENDMENT TO THE SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENT

D-66

2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS

D-67

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

D-68

EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2022

E-2

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER TRAVEL (IN-STATE AND OUTSIDE OF THE STATE)

E-3

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

E-14

AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2022 UNTIL THE FY 2022-23 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

E-35

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 22-018 AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $450,000,000 TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2022

E-36

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 22-019 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $270.8 MILLION OF GENERAL OBLIGATION SCHOOL BONDS SERIES 2022A

E-66

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION INSURANCE, GENERAL/AUTOMOBILE/PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE, CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE, MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE, AND STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

E-106

REQUEST TO AMEND 2022 SCHOOL BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE (REVISED)

E-141

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-16-077-HR \u2013 SANITATION AND CLEANING SUPPLY PROGRAM

E-142

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-034-CM - NETWORK SECURITY ASSESSMENT, TESTING, AND CONSULTATION SERVICES

E-143

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-036-CM - FEDERAL LOBBYIST SERVICES (WITHDRAWN)

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE ELEMENTARY-MIDDLE SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL FACILITY GROUND LEASE BY AND BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI (\u201cCITY\u201d), FOR USE OF CITY-OWNED LAND BY THE BOARD FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF THE DAVID LAWRENCE JR. K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 15000 BAY VISTA BOULEVARD, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A COVENANT RUNNING WITH THE LAND TO SATISFY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY CONTROL BOARD\u2019S (\u201cEQCB\u201d) VARIANCE REQUIREMENT FOR A PREVIOUSLY CONSTRUCTED A SCIENCE LAB AT JANE S. ROBERTS K-8 CENTER, 14850 COTTONWOOD CIR, MIAMI, FL 33185

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-42

AWARD TO STONEHENGE CONSTRUCTION, LLC., THE NEW 12-CLASSROOM ADDITION AT COCONUT PALM K-8 ACADEMY; PROJECT NUMBER 01986000

F-43

REJECTION OF AWARD AND ALL BIDS FOR THE NEW CLASSROOM ADDITION AT ALONZO AND TRACY MOURNING SENIOR HIGH BISCAYNE BAY; PROJECT NUMBER 02092300

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

REQUEST BOARD AUTHORIZATION TO INITIATE A LAWSUIT AGAINST STOBS BROS. CONSTRUCTION COMPANY

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

G-3

PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT OF CLAIMS BY THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AGAINST ABLE BUSINESS SERVICES, INC. IN RELATION TO THE OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL\u2019S FINAL REPORT OF INVESTIGATION \u2013 ABLE BUSINESS SERVICES, INC.\u2019S PERFORMANCE CLEANING SCHOOL BUSES UNDER MDCPS CONTRACT (REF. SB21-0001-SI)

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-4

UPDATE ON ESSER & ARP FUNDING AND EXPENDITURES (REVISED)

H-6

CELEBRATE CAMBRIDGE ACADEMY (REVISED)

PRESENTATION

H-7

ENCOURAGE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT\u2019S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA\u2019S BACK-TO-SCHOOL SALES TAX HOLIDAY, FROM JULY 25 - AUGUST 7, 2022 (REVISED 2)

H-8

SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165.1, AGENDAS (REVISED)

H-9

REVIEW OF BEST PRACTICES FOR TRAVEL PURCHASES (REVISED)

H-10

DISTRICTWIDE SAFETY AND SECURITY COMMITTEE REVIEW AND EVALUATION OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) SAFETY AND SECURITY PROTOCOLS, PROCEDURES, AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES; AND ESTABLISHMENT OF A SUB-COMMITTEE WITHIN THE DISTRICTWIDE SAFETY AND SECURITY COMMITTEE TO MONITOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND ACTIONS OF THE MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS HIGH SCHOOL PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION (REVISED)

H-12

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (CTE) PROGRAMS (REVISED 2)

H-13

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS (REVISED 2)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
06.22.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
June 22, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 13, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JUNE 21, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JULY 20, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, \u00a0July 11, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 18, 2022.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-032 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PRINCIPAL PATRICIA FAIRCLOUGH AND THE PARENT TEACHER ASSOCIATION (PTA) OF GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (REVISED)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF JUNE 22, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • ACADEMIC RECOVERY SPOTLIGHT
  • 2022 STATE ASSESSMENT RESULTS AND SCHOOL PERFORMANCE GRADES
  • PRESENTATION

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-2

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF 2022-2023 M-DCPS MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE ALLOCATION PLAN

C-3

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH SIX COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,091,922 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2022, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2023, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2022-2023 DISTRICT BUDGET

C-5

ACCEPTING THE HEARING OFFICER\u2019S RECOMMENDATION REGARDING INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1157

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-55

RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE NEW (INITIAL) CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS, ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENT, AND ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONSOLIDATION

D-66

REQUEST FOR THE APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2022

E-14

AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2022-23

E-141

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-036-CM - FEDERAL LOBBYIST SERVICES

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-020-RU \u2013 IT STAFF AUGMENTATION SERVICES

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-047-RU \u2013 ESSER FUNDED IT EQUIPMENT (REVISED)

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-048-WD - TOWING SERVICES

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

SUPPLEMENTAL AGREEMENT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND EDUCATIONAL FEDERAL CREDIT UNION (D/B/A EDFED), A FEDERAL CREDIT UNION CHARTERED UNDER THE LAWS OF THE UNITED STATES, FOR CONTINUED USE BY EDFED OF THE BOARD-OWNED CREDIT UNION BUILDING, LOCATED ON THE CAMPUS OF THE MIAMI LAKES EDUCATIONAL CENTER & TECHNICAL COLLEGE, AT 5890 N.W. 158 STREET, MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT TO GRANT EASEMENTS WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY (\u201cFPL\u201d), TO ALLOW FOR THE INSTALLATION BY FPL OF POWER LINES, AND RETENTION OF AN EXISTING POWER POLE, BOTH WITHIN A PORTION OF VACANT BOARD-OWNED LAND LOCATED AT NW 27 AVENUE AND NW 87 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, WITH THE BOARD TO RECEIVE $330,000 IN FINANCIAL COMPENSATION IN THIS REGARD, AND FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH FPL FOR THE SUBJECT PARCELS

F-3

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT, CONDITIONAL MUTUAL RELEASE & REPLACEMENT OF COVENANT RUNNING WITH THE LAND, IN CONNECTION WITH LAND USE APPLICATION NO. 3 OF THE APRIL 2005 CYCLE, FOR APPROXIMATELY 14 ACRES IN UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY LOCATED WEST OF BISCAYNE BOULEVARD BETWEEN NE 112 STREET AND NE 115 STREET (REVISED)

F-26

COMMISSION OF THE FOLLOWING FIRMS FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK SERVICES FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $4 MILLION EACH FOR FOUR YEARS WITH EXTENSIONS AT THE OPTION OF THE BOARD

  • BDI CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
  • JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC.
  • M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC.
  • ASSET BUILDERS, L.L.C., D/B/A MESSAM CONSTRUCTION
  • STOBS BROS. CONSTRUCTION CO.
  • MEXAL CORPORATION
  • H.A. CONTRACTING CORP.
  • d2 CONSTRUCTION, INC.
  • VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED
  • STONEHENGE CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
  • J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION, COMPANY
  • JOHNSON-LAUX CONSTRUCTION, L.L.C.
  • LEE CONSTRUCTION GROUP, INC.
  • UNITECH BUILDERS CORP..
F-27

AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) MASTER AGREEMENT WITH TRANE U.S. INC., FOR GEPC PART 2 SERVICES AT MIAMI CORAL PARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 01902300

F-28

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (A/EPC) SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES AGREEMENTS FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

  • SR ARCHITECTS, P.A.
  • JSA GROUP, INC.
  • KEITH MARTIN ARCHITECT, INC.
F-29

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK (CMR) MISCELLANEOUS (CMR-M) SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL /MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES AGREEMENTS FOR PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS, WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

  • BETANCOURT CONSTRUCTION & ASSOCIATES, L.L.C.
  • CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
F-30

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (SPC) - (STRUCTURAL, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS) FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS WITH THE FOLLOWING FIRMS:

  • PROCON ENGINEERING, INC. (MECHANICAL ENGINEER)
  • M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC. (STRUCTURAL ENGINEER)
  • LIVS ASSOCIATES, L.L.C. (ELECTRICAL ENGINEER)
F-31

AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND (AMENDMENT NO. 1) THE GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) MASTER AGREEMENT WITH HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC., FOR GEPC PART 2 SERVICES AT ROBERT MORGAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 02089400

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS AND REMODELING PROJECT AT REDONDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01619700

F-42

AWARD TO STONEHENGE CONSTRUCTION, LLC, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT PALM SPRINGS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01529700

F-43

REJECTION OF ALL BIDS, THE RENOVATIONS AND NEW P.E. SHELTER GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) PROJECT AT LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01529100 (WITHDRAWN)

F-44

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI LAKES MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01529300

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165.01, AGENDAS

G-2

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6320, PURCHASING, AND 0133, QUASI-JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS

G-4

AUTHORIZATION TO RETAIN OUTSIDE LEGAL COUNSEL IN THE CASE OF Office of the Attorney General, Department of Legal Affairs, State of Florida v. Sarasota County Public Hospital District, et al., Leon County Circuit Court Case No. 2022 CA 000541 and for THE LAW OFFICE OF EVAN D CARB, PLLC.

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2

MATTERS RELATED TO THE POSITION OF THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY (REVISED)

H-3

POST-SECONDARY RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (REVISED 2)

H-4

EVALUATION, ENHANCEMENT, AND REINSTATEMENT OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) COMPREHENSIVE FAMILY OF THE YEAR AWARDS PROGRAM AND EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING THE PARENT OF THE YEAR AWARDS PROGRAM (REVISED 2)

H-5

APPROVAL OF FIFTH AMENDMENT TO THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR THE PROVISION OF INSPECTOR GENERAL SERVICES THROUGH THE OFFICE OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY INSPECTOR GENERAL, EXTENDING THE INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE (3) YEAR PERIOD (REVISED)

H-6

REVIEW OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2290 - (CHARACTER EDUCATION) (REVISED)

H-7

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0158, ETHICS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
07.20.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
July 20, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 11, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 18, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_07272022_PH", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-07-27 18:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Public Hearing", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JULY 27, 2022 - FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P.M.


PURPOSE: To conduct the First Public Hearing on the proposed 2022-2023 property tax millage rate and budget.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available by 4:00 p.m., July 20, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the First Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.\u00a0 In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing.  

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

AGENDA ITEMS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

SP-1

TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2022-23

SP-2

TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2022-23 BUDGET

NOTE: AGENDA ITEMS SP-1 AND SP-2 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

/pr
07.27.22



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces the
First Budget Public Hearing, in accordance with Florida law and Board Policies, to which all persons are invited:

July 27, 2022
6:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To conduct the First Public Hearing on the proposed 2022-2023 property tax millage rate and budget. A copy of the agenda will be available by 4:00 p.m., July 20, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the First Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2022. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing.

" }, { "id": "BD_07282022_SP", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-07-28 12:00:00", "meetingType": "Special Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

July 28, 2022           SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING          12:00 P.M.

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0To discuss matters related to compliance with the Florida Department of Education’s requirements to adopt instructional materials. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the Special School Board Meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.\u00a0.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

12:00 P.M.

 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

 

 

AGENDA ITEMS

 

SP-1

MATTERS RELATED TO COMPLIANCE WITH FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION\u2019S REQUIREMENTS TO ADOPT INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS (REVISED)

C-5

ACCEPTING THE HEARING OFFICER\u2019S RECOMMENDATION REGARDING INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

 
ADJOURNMENT

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

07.28.2022

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NOTICE
The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
July 28, 2022
12:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss matters related to compliance with the Florida Department of Education's requirements to adopt instructional materials. This Special Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes.\u00a0 There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 12:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 26, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, WEDNESDAY, JULY 27, 2022.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_08152022_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-08-15 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

AUGUST 15, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 5, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., THURSDAY, AUGUST 11, 2022.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CONSUL GENERAL OF ISRAEL IN MIAMI, MR. MAOR ELBAZ- STARINSKY (WITHDRAWN)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-034 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SHARING HOPE EMPOWERMENT AND REACTION PRESIDENT MR. ANTHONY EUGENE DURDEN (REVISED REPLACED)

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-035 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DISTRICT 9 OFFICE STUDENT FELLOWSHIP (REVISED)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

  • School Board Chair Recognition of the Members of the Dade Delegation

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF JULY 20, 2022
  • FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING OF JULY 27, 2022
  • SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF JULY 28, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • Academic Recovery Spotlight
  • 2022 State Assessment Results and School Performance Grades
  • PRESENTATION

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7540.07, INSTRUCTIONAL MOBILE DEVICES, AND PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 7310, DISPOSITION OF SURPLUS PROPERTY

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-18

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY, AND SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 8410, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, PREPAREDNESS, AND RESPONSE

D-19

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN\u2019S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1158

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-55

RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

D-64

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICY 8500, FOOD SERVICES, AND POLICY 8531, FREE AND REDUCED-PRICE MEALS

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS AND THREE SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENTS

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-86

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUDIT PLAN AND AU 260 COMMUNICATION FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022

E-87

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS\u2019 2022-2023 AUDIT PLAN

E-88

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-89

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORK (VPN) \u2013 SECURITY CONTROLS AND ACCESS MANAGEMENT

E-90

REVIEW OF THE AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR ONE OF THE FIVE COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBOs)

E-106

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2023

E-141

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-038-MC \u2013 ESSER-FUNDED ASSET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-014-TA - FENCE AND GATES, FURNISH AND INSTALL

E-143

REQUEST FOR WAIVER FOR COMPETITIVE PURCHASE OF SERVICES PROVIDED BY AMERICORP GRANT (WITHDRAWN)

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE PURSUING A COLLABORATION WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (THE \u201cCOUNTY\u201d) UNDER WHICH THE COUNTY COULD PURCHASE ONE OR BOTH OF THE VACANT SCHOOL BOARD-OWNED PROPERTIES LOCATED AT S.W. 117 AVENUE AND S.W. 224 STREET, AND 29100 S.W. 194 AVENUE, BOTH IN UNINCORPORATED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (THE \u201cPROPERTIES\u201d), FOR PRESERVATION PURPOSES PURSUANT TO ITS ENVIRONMENTALLY ENDANGERED LANDS (\u201cEEL\u201d) PROGRAM, AND AUTHORIZE THE DISTRICT TO OBTAIN APPRAISALS OF THE PROPERTIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF ITS DISCUSSIONS WITH THE COUNTY IN THE ESTABLISHMENT OF PROPERTY VALUES AND FORMULATION OF A SUBSEQUENT RECOMMENDATION TO THE BOARD

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) PHASE II RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT PINE VILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01886800;

F-42

AWARD TO M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC. THE RENOVATIONS AND NEW P.E. SHELTER GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) PROJECT AT LEISURE CITY K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01529100

F-58

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS ANNUAL SAFETY-TO-LIFE INSPECTION DOCUMENTS

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0118, PURPOSE OF THE BOARD, 6460 BUSINESS CODE OF ETHICS, AND 9150, SCHOOL VISITORS (REVISED)

G-2

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2111, PARENT INVOLVEMENT, 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS, 5200, ATTENDANCE, & 5230, LATE ARRIVAL AND EARLY DISMISSAL (REVISED)

G-3

INITIAL READING: TO REPEAL POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES AND REPLACE IT WITH POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES AND LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER MATERIALS (REVISED)

G-4

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 2215, PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION, 2290, CHARACTER EDUCATION, 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM, AND 5350, STUDENT SUICIDE PREVENTION, INTERVENTION, AND POSTVENTION

G-5

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1362, 3362, 4362, PROHIBITION ON DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT AGAINST DISTRICT COMMUNITY (NON-STUDENTS) BASED ON PROTECTED CATEGORIES, 2260, NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY, AND 5517, PROHIBITION ON DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT AGAINST STUDENTS BASED ON PROTECTED CATEGORIES

G-6

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1213, 3213, 4213, STUDENT SUPERVISION AND WELFARE, AND 1232, 3232, 4232, POLITICAL ACTIVITIES

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PRIORITIES AND RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (REVISED 2)

H-4

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2022 AS NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

H-5

ENHANCED AND IMPROVED BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY COLLABORATIONS AND PARTNERSHIPS AS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) PREPARES A READY AND TRAINED WORKFORCE FOR THE 21ST CENTURY (REVISED 2)

H-6

ESTABLISHMENT OF AN AD HOC DISTRICTWIDE PARENT COMMITTEE TO INCREASE PARENT PARTICIPATION IN THE APPLICATION PROCESS TO SERVE AS INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIAL REVIEWERS (REVISED)

H-7

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2022, THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2022 (REVISED 2)

H-8

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE \u201cETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2022\u201d IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST (REVISED 2)

H-9

POLICIES, PROCEDURES, PARTNERSHIPS, AND PROVISIONS REGARDING SCHOOL BOARD OWNED PROPERTY (REVISED 2)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
08.15.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
August 15, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Friday, August 5, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., THURSDAY, AUGUST 11, 2022. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 6, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022. A citizen wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center by NOON, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022.\u00a0 All other persons wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public hearing will be allowed to do so following the scheduled speakers.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The regular public meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m.\u00a0 The Second Budget Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2021-2022 Budget will begin at 6:00 p.m.

The regular public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda or of the Second Budget Public Hearing.\u00a0 The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting and Speakers Supplemental List for the second budget public hearing will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-036 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 2021-22 M-DCPS OFFICER OF THE YEAR MR. ANTONIO LOWERY (REPLACED)(REVISED)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-037 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. KAMELA PATTON (REVISED)

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-038 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING AYUDA, INC. FOR OVER 40 YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (REVISED)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF AUGUST 15, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (WITHDRAWN)

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL YEAR

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1159
  2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED 2)

D-23

REQUEST APPROVAL OF AMENDED I0 AND G0 SALARY SCHEDULES

D-24

RATIFICATION OF THE 2022-2023 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FLORIDA STATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE

D-25

RATIFICATION OF THE 2022-2023 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME), LOCAL 1184

D-26

RATIFICATION OF THE 2022-2023 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE (REVISED)

D-27

COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

D-28

COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (REVISED)

D-55
  1. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
  2. RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

    3. (REVISED)

D-66

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE 2022-2024 SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICE PLAN

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022 (REVISED)

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR APRIL, MAY, AND JUNE 2022

E-14

ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2022-23

E-15

ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

E-16

FINAL ADOPTION OF THE FY 2022-23 BUDGET (REVISED)

E-17

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2021-22 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-18

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2021-22 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-19

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2021-22 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-20

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-21

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-22

RESOLUTION NO. 3, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-23

RESOLUTION NO. 2, \u00a02021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER CARES ACT RELIEF FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-24

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF II (ESSER II) FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-25

RESOLUTION NO. 3, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER CRRSA ACT RELIEF FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-26

RESOLUTION NO. 2, 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF III (ESSER III) FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-27

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2021-22 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER ARP ACT RELIEF FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-28

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2021-22 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND, SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND, AND INTERNAL FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-29

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2021-22 INTERNAL SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-30

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2021-22 FIDUCIARY FUND \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-31

RESOLUTION NO. 2 ON THE USE OF FY 2021-22 CATEGORICAL FLEXIBILITY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-66

APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES AND COMPOSITE RATE FOR THE DISTRICT’S SELF-INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2023, AND CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES

E-67

REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW THE PORTFOLIO BUILDERS\u2019 RISK INSURANCE PROGRAM FOR NEW AND EXISTING FACILITIES AS PART OF THE DISTRICT\u2019S CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION PLAN

E-141

REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-032-VF \u2013 WORKER’S COMPENSATION PROGRAM SERVICES \u2013 MEDICARE SET ASIDE, TRANSPORTATION & TRANSLATION, SURVEILLANCE & INVESTIGATION AND CLINICAL SERVICES

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A NON-EXCLUSIVE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER TRUST, INC. (\u201cTRUST\u201d), FOR USE BY THE TRUST OF ONE OR MORE PARKING LOTS AT THE SCHOOL BOARD ADMINISTRATION COMPLEX, TO SERVE THE ADRIENNE ARSHT CENTER

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE THE BILL OF SALE AND GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER FACILITIES TO SERVE THE NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1235 N.W. 192 TERRACE, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, 33169, PROJECT NUMBER 01509500, AND TO CONVEY THE SUBJECT UTILITY LINES IN FAVOR OF AND TO THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165.1, AGENDAS

G-2

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6320, PURCHASING, AND 0133, QUASI-JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS

G-3

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0158, ETHICS ADVISORY COMMITTEE

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

BOARD MEMBERS’ SATELLITE OFFICES (REVISED)

H-4

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CHAIRMAN OF THE SCHOOL BOARD (REVISED)

H-5

UPDATE ON BOARD-RELATED SECURITY MEASURES (REVISED)

H-6

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2022 AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

H-7

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL TEEN DRIVER SAFETY WEEK, OCTOBER 16-22, 2022, AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF YEAR-ROUND SAFE DRIVING PRACTICES AT ALL DISTRICT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-8

REQUEST FOR WORKSHOP TO FACILITATE THE DEVELOPMENT OF A MUTUALLY AGREED-UPON FORMAT FOR THE ANNUAL EVALUATION OF THE SUPERINTENDENT (REVISED 3)

H-10

EXPLORE FEASIBILITY OF EXPANDING LAUREN\u2019S KIDS PROGRAMMING IN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (REVISED 2)

H-11

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE OCTOBER 2022 AS LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, AND QUEER (LGBTQ) HISTORY MONTH, AND DIRECT THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF PROVING INFORMATION AND RESOURCES ABOUT LANDMARK SUPREME COURT CASES, INCLUDING OBERGEFELL V. HODGES (2015) AND BOSTOCK V. CLAYTON COUNTY (2020), FOR 12th GRADE SOCIAL STUDIES (REVISED)

H-12

REVIEW OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7510, USE OF DISTRICT FACILITIES (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

H-13

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT AND CELEBRATION OF OCTOBER 2022 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH (GOOD CAUSE)

H-14

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF OCTOBER 2, 2022, AS NATIONAL CUSTODIAL WORKER'S RECOGNITION DAY (GOOD CAUSE)

H-15

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE THE 2022 INTERNATIONAL \u201cWALK TO SCHOOL DAY\u201d, AND IMPLEMENT THE 'WALKSAFE' PEDESTRIAN SAFETY PROGRAM CURRICULUM DURING THE WEEK OF THE EVENT (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
09.07.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
September 07, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, and the Second Budget Public Hearing, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 29, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022. A citizen wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center by NOON, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2022. All other persons wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public hearing will be allowed to do so following the scheduled speakers. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The regular public meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m.\u00a0 The Second Budget Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2022-2023 Budget will begin at 6:00 p.m.

The regular public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda or of the Second Budget Public Hearing.\u00a0 The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_10032022_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-10-03 12:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 3, 2022     BOARD WORKSHOP     12:00 P.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726


PURPOSE:\u00a0To discuss agenda item H-8 from the Regular School Board meeting of September 7, 2022, and establish a formal timeline for the creation and implementation of the evaluation and assessment process and to collaboratively establish a mutually agreed upon Superintendent evaluation and assessment mechanism to be considered for prospective implementation and in alignment with the Superintendent’s employment agreement prospectively starting July 1, 2023.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 12:00 p.m., September 26, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

12:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS
AND INTRODUCTIONS

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP
AND PRESENTATION

\u00a0

A.J. Crabill, Council of Great City Schools
Andrea Messina, FSBA Representative

 

DISCUSSION

School Board Members

 

CLOSING COMMENTS

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Perla T. Hantman, Chair

 


SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL

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10.03.2022

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
October 3, 2022
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss agenda item H-8 from the Regular School Board meeting of September 7, 2022 and establish a formal timeline for the creation and implementation of the evaluation and assessment process and to collaboratively establish a mutually agreed upon Superintendent evaluation and assessment mechanism to be considered for prospective implementation and in alignment with the Superintendent\u2019s employment agreement prospectively starting July 1, 2023. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 12:00 p.m., September 26, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102,1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_10032022_AC", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-10-03 14:30:00", "meetingType": "Attorney-Client Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 3, 2022 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 2:30 P.M.
SBAB \u2013 CONFERENCE ROOM 726

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

 

2:30 P.M.

School Board Administration Building, Conference Room 726

  
CALL TO ORDERMs. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

October 3, 2022 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Archimedean Academy Inc., and City of Aventura v. School Board of Miami-Dade County; Consolidated Case Nos.: 3D20-1913 & 3D20-1854; L.T. No. 19-30739 (Circuit Court Case No.: 2019-030739-CA-01; Former Case No.: 2020-006112-CA-01). The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Mr. Frank Sanchez, and Mr. Jay Yagoda. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

 

ADJOURNMENT

10.03.22 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
GIVES PUBLIC
NOTICE THAT ON:

October 3, 2022 from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Archimedean Academy Inc., and City of Aventura v. School Board of Miami-Dade County; Consolidated Case Nos.: 3D20-1913 & 3D20-1854; L.T. No. 19-30739 (Circuit Court Case No.: 2019-030739-CA-01; Former Case No.: 2020-006112-CA-01). The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Vice-Chair, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Christi Fraga, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Dr. Lubby Navarro, Dr. Marta P\u00e9rez, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, School Board Attorney, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Mary Lawson, Mr. Robert Gang, Mr. Frank Sanchez, and Mr. Jay Yagoda. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 19, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday October 10, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER \u00a017, 2022.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-039 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE SEMIFINALISTS IN THE 2023 NATIONAL MERIT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FROM SCHOOL OF ADVANCED STUDIES (SAS), NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, AND MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (REPLACED) (REVISED)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-041 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. BENNY VALDES, PRINCIPAL, MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (REVISED 2)

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-042 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ORLANDO GONZALES (REPLACED)

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-034 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MANY HAPPY HEARTS CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, FOUNDER, MR. JOSE GARCIA (REPLACED) (REVISED)

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-044 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RODNEY BALTIMORE FOR HIS TIRELESS & DEDICATED SERVICE TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE COMMUNITY (REVISED)

B-8

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. SHAWN BEIGHTOL AS THE 2022 ANNUALQUEEN SMITH AWARD WINNER FOR COMMITMENT TO URBAN PUBLIC EDUCATION FROM THE COUNCIL OF THE GREAT CITY SCHOOLS & MCGRAW-HILL EDUCATION (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING AND SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING OF SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
  • ATTORNEY CLIENT SESSION OF OCTOBER 3, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

A-2

SUPPORT HURRICANE IAN RECOVERY EFFORTS AND WAIVE AND/OR SUSPEND PROHIBITIONS OUTLINED IN BOARD POLICIES 5830, STUDENT FUNDRAISING, AND 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, IN ORDER TO ALLOW FUNDRAISING AND/OR OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES AS WELL AS DISTRICT ASSISTANCE IN RELIEF EFFORTS (REVISED)

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2022-2023 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS

C-2

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2022-2023 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROCESS (SIPs)

C-100

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-19

REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUBMISSION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS SAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR 2022-2023 TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION\u00a0

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1160

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

RATIFICATION OF THE 2022-2023 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS’ ASSOCIATION (REVISED)

D-23

RATIFICATION OF THE 2022-2023 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND DADE COUNTY SCHOOL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE COMMITTEE

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL
(REVISED)

D-64

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL REPORT OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ 2021-2026 STRATEGIC PLAN, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES (WITHDRAWN)

D-66

REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM AUGUST 17, 2022, THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2023

D-67

PROPOSED RENAMING OF COLONIAL DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LOCATED AT 10755 SW 160TH STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33157

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2022

E-66

ADOPTION OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY LOCAL MITIGATION STRATEGY

E-86

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-87

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF INTERNAL CONTROLS AND PROCESSES OVER FEDERAL COVID-19 FUNDS

E-88

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT’S CONSTRUCTION WARRANTY PROCESS

E-89

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS’ 2021-2022 ANNUAL REPORT

E-141

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-046-RU \u2013 ESSER FUNDED \u2013 PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST SOFTWARE SYSTEM

E-142

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-029-CM \u2013 ESSER TWO-WAY COMMUNICATIONS SOFTWARE AND/OR SYSTEM

E-143

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-17-026-CH \u2013PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FOR NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS

E-144

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-006-MV \u2013 TREE, PALM, AND SHRUB PRUNING/REMOVAL (REVISED)

E-145

CORRECTION OF AWARD TO ADJUST THE CONTRACT TERM FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-010-CM - RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES

E-146

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-016-CV - REFRIGERANT GASES

E-147

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-049-VF \u2013 SOLID WASTE, RECYCLING AND ROLL-OFF COLLECTION SERVICES

E-148

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-009-VF \u2013 ESSER NIST CYBERSECURITY SERVICES

E-149

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-037-TA \u2013 PEST CONTROL EXTERMINATION AND REMOVAL SERVICES

E-150

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO WAIVE PROCESS FOR COMPETITIVE PURCHASE (REVISED)

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

E-202

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FORM AN EDUCATION COMPACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING EQUIPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY (“FPL”), TO ALLOW FOR THE INSTALLATION BY FPL OF ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING EQUIPMENT WITHIN SIX BOARD-OWNED TRANSPORTATION CENTERS, AND FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH FPL FOR EACH OF THE SUBJECT PARCELS\u00a0

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CULMER HOLDINGS, LLC, CULMER APARTMENTS, LTD., (“THE APPLICANT”), MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE CITY OF MIAMI (“THE PROPERTY OWNERS”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 158-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC-SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG PMG DOWNTOWN DEVELOPERS, LLC, NOW KNOWN AS PMG DOWNTOWN DEVELOPERS, LP (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 461-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-26

AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (PMSS) AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED UP TO (4) FOUR MONTHS, AS AMENDED (REVISED)

F-27

AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE BRILL, RODRIGUEZ, SALAS & ASSOCIATES, INC., WITH M. HAJJAR & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR GILI-MCGRAW ARCHITECTS, L.L.P., ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD, SHELTERED MARKET, SMALL BUISNESS ENTERPRISE, FOR PART 2 (FULL A/E) SERVICES FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT CORAL WAY K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 01528300

F-28

AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE ARCHITECTURAL/ ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH DESIGN2FORM, L.L.C., BY ADDING HAMMOND & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS AN ADDITIONAL MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR THE REMAINING TERM OF THE AGREEMENT

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO OHLA BUILDING, INC. (OHLA), THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01433200

F-42

AWARD TO MAGNUM CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, LLC D/B/A MCM. THE NEW CLASSROOM ADDITION PROJECT AT ALONZO AND TRACY MOURNING SENIOR HIGH BISCAYNE BAY; PROJECT NUMBER 02092300 (REVISED)

F-44

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO H.A. CONTRACTING CORP. (H.A.), THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FOR THE RENOVATIONS AND NEW PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER AT HIALEAH MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01528800

F-45

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC.(MAC), THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FOR RENOVATIONS AT CAROL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01615900

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0118, PURPOSE OF THE BOARD, 6460 BUSINESS CODE OF ETHICS, AND 9150, SCHOOL VISITORS

G-2

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2111, PARENT INVOLVEMENT, 5112, ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS, 5200, ATTENDANCE, & 5230, LATE ARRIVAL AND EARLY DISMISSAL

G-3

FINAL READING: TO REPEAL POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES AND REPLACE IT WITH POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS, LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER, AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS

G-4

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 2215, PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION, 2290, CHARACTER EDUCATION, 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM, 2416, STUDENT PRIVACY AND PARENTAL ACCESS TO INFORMATION, AND 5350, STUDENT SUICIDE PREVENTION, INTERVENTION, AND POSTVENTION

G-5

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1362, 3362, 4362, PROHIBITION ON DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT AGAINST DISTRICT COMMUNITY (NON-STUDENTS) BASED ON PROTECTED CATEGORIES, 2260, NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY, AND 5517, PROHIBITION ON DISCRIMINATION AND HARASSMENT AGAINST STUDENTS BASED ON PROTECTED CATEGORIES

G-6

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1213, 3213, 4213, STUDENT SUPERVISION AND WELFARE, AND 1232, 3232, 4232, POLITICAL ACTIVITIES

G-7

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0158, ETHICS ADVISORY COMMITTEE

G-8

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 7510, USE OF DISTRICT FACILITIES, 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, 0165.1, AGENDAS, AND 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS (REVISED)

G-9

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS AND CONTROLLED OPEN ENROLLMENT, AND 8660, TRANSPORTING STUDENTS BY PRIVATE VEHICLES

G-10

PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, PIONEER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. AND ITS SURETY, UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

EXPLORE FEASIBILITY OF REVISING THE ORIENTATION COMPONENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0141.1 (STUDENT ADVISOR TO THE SCHOOL BOARD) (REVISED 2)

H-5

TRANSITION OF NEW SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS (REVISED)

H-6

UPDATE ON FINDINGS REGARDING STUDENT SUSPENSION, SUCCESS CENTERS, AND RELATED SCHOOL DATA AND SAFETY MEASURES (REVISED)\u00a0

H-7

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BULLYING PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-8

ORGANIZATIONAL CHARTS (REVISED)\u00a0

H-9

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE NOVEMBER 17, 2022, AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-10

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2022 AS NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-11

MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY LITERACY DAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2022 (REVISED)\u00a0

H-12

SCHOOL ENVIRONMENTAL DATA ANALYSIS - PROPOSED AUDIT OF STUDENT DISCIPLINE REPORTING (REVISED)\u00a0

H-14

BOARD ARCHIVES (REVISED)\u00a0

H-15

SAFETY AND SECURITY INITIATIVES (REVISED 2)

H-16

MID-SEASON TRANSFERS FOR INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS (REVISED)

H-17

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF ADDITIONAL SCHOOLS FOR SUBMITTAL UNDER THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL INFRASTRUCTURE GRANT PROGRAM (REVISED 2)

H-18

FEASIBILITY OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) EXPANDING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONSEQUENCES AREN’T MINOR PROGRAM (REVISED)

H-19

HURRICANE IAN RELIEF AND SUPPORT (REVISED 2)

H-20

PROPOSED 2023 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM OF THE GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM OF SCHOOL BOARDS (REVISED 2)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
10.19.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
October 19, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, and the Second Budget Public Hearing, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 10, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2022. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda or of the Second Budget Public Hearing.\u00a0 The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A. M.

 

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintend\u00adent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday November 7, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, NOVEMBER \u00a015, 2022.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. SUSANA \u201cSUSIE\u201d V. CASTILLO, FORMER MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER (REVISED)

B-4

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-047 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING HEARTCHARGED AND MARIA 'MARUCHI' MENEDEZ IN HONOR OF SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST MONTH (REPLACED) (REVISED)

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-048 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BOOKS FOR YOU AND FOUNDER, MR. ALEJANDRO BARRIGA (REPLACED) (REVISED)

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FORMER FLORIDA SUPREME COURT CHIEF JUSTICE GERALD KOGAN IN MEMORIAM FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF SERVICE TO OUR DISTRICT AND OUR COMMUNITY (REPLACED) (REVISED)

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF OCTOBER 19, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY’S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

 

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1161
  2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 49
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - MS. LUCIA BAEZ-GELLER

D-55

RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS (REVISED)

D-66

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE, CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT ELEMENTARY, AND CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT SECONDARY

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2022

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JULY, AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2022

E-35

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 22-040 AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $74 MILLION OF REFUNDING CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION TO REFUND ALL OR A PORTION OF THE SERIES 2014A CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION

E-141

CORRECTION OF AWARD TO ADJUST THE CONTRACT TERM FOR REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-20-013-VF - TRADEMARK MANAGEMENT AND LOGO PROTECTION SERVICES

E-143

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-063-EV \u2013 PAINTING AND RELATED INCIDENTAL WORK

E-144

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-054-CM - EMPLOYEE BENEFITS CONSULTING

E-145

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO WAIVE PROCESS FOR COMPETITIVE PURCHASE (REVISED)

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

E-202

ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2023 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS

 


AGENDA FOR MEETING OF
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

The annual meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

  • Call to Order
  • Close Agenda
  • Purpose of Meeting
    1. That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, approve Resolution 22-040 authorizing the issuance of up to $74,000,000 of refunding Certificates of Participation to refund all or a portion of the Series 2014A COP.
  • Other Business and Adjournment

Ms. Perla Tabares Hantman, Chair
\u00a011/7/2022

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC. (D/B/A ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION CHARTER SCHOOL, AND ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION UPPER SCHOOL OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY), DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOLS LOCATED AT 1080 LA BARON DRIVE, MIAMI SPRINGS, FLORIDA, TO EXTEND THE LEASE TERM TO JUNE 30, 2037 (WITHDRAWN)

F-4

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE WITH THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT ("COUNTY"), AND JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION ("JCS"), AS POTENTIAL DEVELOPER, A PARTNERSHIP UTILIZING PORTIONS OF THE MIAMI BEACH FIENBERG/FISHER K-8 CAMPUS, LOCATED AT 610 ESPANOLA WAY, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, TO INCLUDE AN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER AND M-DCPS WORKFORCE HOUSING

F-5

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO DISCUSSIONS WITH NORTH BAY VILLAGE (“VILLAGE”) TO EXPLORE A POSSIBLE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE VILLAGE AND SCHOOL BOARD FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A SOCCER/COMMUNITY CENTER COMPLEX, TO BE CONSTRUCTED PARTLY ON VILLAGE PROPERTY AND ON THE ADJACENT CAMPUS OF TREASURE ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7540 EAST TREASURE DRIVE, NORTH BAY VILLAGE, FLORIDA

F-26

TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT (WITHOUT CAUSE) WITH GALLAGHER BASSETT SERVICES, INC., FOR ENVIRONMENTAL/ASBESTOS CONSULTING & TESTING (E/ACT) SERVICES

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-54

AWARD ROOFING TERM BID CONTRACTS

02229100-A, 02229100-B, 02229100-C
OPEN MARKET

02229100-D and 02229100-E
SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE SHELTERED MARKET

02229100-F and 02229100-G
MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE SHELTERED MARKET

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1030, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS, 1130.01, ASSIGNMENT OF ADMINISTRATORS, AND 6327, PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS AND UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS, AND TO AUTHORIZE CHANGE TO TITLES FOR ATTORNEYS IN THE SCHOOL BOARD’S LEGAL DEPARTMENT AND ALIGNMENT OF LEGAL STAFF SALARY SCHEDULE TO CEP SALARY SCHEDULE

G-2

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2210, CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, 2370.01, VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION, 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM, AND 2623, STUDENT ASSESSMENT (REVISED)

G-3

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6110, GRANT FUNDS, 6114, COST PRINCIPLES FOR FEDERAL FUNDS, 6233, DISTRICT BUDGETS, 6320, PURCHASING, 6330, ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES, AND 6480, EXPENDITURES (REVISED)

G-4

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. WARNELL GREEN DOAH Case No. 22-000160 (REVISED)

G-5

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. YEWANDE SMITH DOAH Case No. 21-2670 (REVISED) (WITHDRAWN)

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

PROPOSED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) 2023 STATE LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM PRIORITY - DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) (REVISED)

H-4

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD TO APPROVE THE PROCESS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN INDEPENDENT AUDIT/REVIEW OF THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (WITHDRAWN)

H-5

STATE OF FLORIDA RECOGNITION PROGRAM FUNDING (REVISED)

H-8

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE “2023 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR” ON SUNDAY, MARCH 5, 2023 (REVISED)

H-11

BEST OPERATIONAL PRACTICE (REVISED)

H-12

FLAG POLICY (WITHDRAWN)

H-14

LIFE INSURANCE PORTABILITY (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
11.16.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
November 16, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, and the Second Budget Public Hearing, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 7, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2022. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

NOVEMBER 22, 2022 - INSTALLATION CEREMONY - 10:00 A. M.
ORGANIZATION MEETING - 12:30 P.M.

 

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132 or request4appearance@dadeschools.net , NO LATER THAN NOON, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2022.\u00a0\u00a0 Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, and participate in, this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Installation Ceremony by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0

 

Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes.\u00a0 \u00a0It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary.\u00a0 If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting.\u00a0 At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed.\u00a0 The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the Board Meeting.

 

 

10:00 A.M.

INSTALLATION CEREMONY \u2013 School Board Administration Building Auditorium

WELCOME

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

OATH OF OFFICE

ADJOURNMENT

 

12:30 P.M.

ORGANIZATION MEETING \u2013 School Board Administration Building Auditorium

CALL TO ORDER \u2013 Superintendent Presiding

  1. Welcome \u2013 Superintendent
  2. Explanation of Procedures \u2013 School Board Attorney & General Counsel
  3. Election of Chair
  4. Election of Vice Chair
  5. Agenda Item SP-1 \u2013 Authorization of Signature of Board Officers

    MOTION:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law.

  6. Agenda Item SP-2 \u2013 Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2023.

 

ADJOURNMENT

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11.22.22

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
A Board Installation Ceremony
November 22, 2022
10:00 A.M.
School Board Administration Building
Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 An installation ceremony for the newly elected and re-elected School Board Members will be held at 10:00 a.m.\u00a0 A copy of the Board Installation Ceremony agenda will be available by 10:00 a.m., November 15, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.





The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, pursuant to Section 1001.37 and 1001.371, Florida Statutes, announces The Annual Organization Meeting will be held on:


November 22, 2022
12:30 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 For election of Chair and Vice Chair.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 12:30 p.m., Tuesday, November 15, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, by noon on Monday, November 21, 2022. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_12142022_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2022-12-14 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

DECEMBER 14, 2022 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE:To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday December 5, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER \u00a012, 2022.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLO RIDA FOR HIS CONTINUOUS COMMITMENT AND SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY AND STUDENTS IN THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FIRST ASSISTANT CHIEF CHERISE GIORDANI GAUSE OF THE CITY OF MIAMI POLICE DEPARTMENT (REVISED REPLACED)

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 22-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. DELIA C. GARCIA, FORMER DEAN OF THE COLLEGE OF EDUCATION AT FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY (FIU) (REVISED)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • “Just Arrived” performed by MAS Jr. Thespians Troupe 88976 from MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 AT ZELDA GLAZER

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF NOVEMBER 16, 2022
  • SCHOOL BOARD ORGANIZATION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 22, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (WITHDRAWN)

  • Forging New Pathways for Postsecondary Career and Technical Education

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1162

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTION (REVISED)

D-22

APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - MS. MONICA M. COLUCCI

D-55

RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

D-67

EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

D-68

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2022-2023 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION

D-69

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2022

E-86

ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT AND AUDITOR’S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022 (REVISED)

E-87

AUDIT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AS OF JUNE 30, 2022 (REVISED)

E-88

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS (REVISED)

E-89

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF YEAR END INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2022 (REVISED)

E-90

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 42 OF 145 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022 (REVISED)

E-91

STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT ADMINISTRATION OF THE FLORIDA BRIGHT FUTURES SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM AND STUDENT ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAMS, REPORT No. 2023-026, SEPTEMBER 2022 (REVISED)

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-015-PM \u2013 STRIPWOOD FLOORING REPAIR, REPLACEMENT AND REFINISHING\u00a0

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-010-CM \u2013 NETWORK CONNECTIVITY

E-144

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-006-CM \u2013 WIRELESS NETWORKS

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-54

AWARD JOB ORDER CONTRACTS
JOC22OC-4, JOC22OC-5, JOC22OC-6

OPEN MARKET CONTRACTS
JOC22SC-3 and JOC22SC-4
SHELTERED MARKET SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
JOC22MC-2
SHELTERED MARKET MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 7510, USE OF DISTRICT FACILITIES, 9700, RELATIONS WITH SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS, 0165.1, AGENDAS, 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS, AND 8660, TRANSPORTING STUDENTS BY PRIVATE VEHICLES

G-2

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0141.1, STUDENT ADVISOR TO THE BOARD, 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST, 1030, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS, 1120, EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATORS, 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL, AND 4120, EMPLOYMENT OF SUPPORT STAFF

G-3

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 9143, SECURE OUR FUTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE, 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS (REVISED)

G-4

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS, 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS AND CONTROLLED OPEN ENROLLMENT, AND 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

G-5

PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Davion Dorvil v. Victoria Bourland, Gabriella Cerruto, The South Region School District, Miami-Dade County Public Schools, et al., Case No. 22-020695-CA 01

G-6

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. DUBRASKA GUEVARA DOAH Case No. 21-2629TTS

G-7

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. DANIEL DELGADO DOAH Case No. 22-000248

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW AND UPDATE OF THE TEACHING AND LEARNING PROCESS FOR READING AND MATHEMATICS SKILLS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

H-4

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD TO APPROVE THE PROCESS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF AN INDEPENDENT AUDIT/REVIEW OF THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) FUNDED SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (REVISED)

H-5

AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6325 \u2013 CONE OF SILENCE (REVISED 2)

H-6

JORGE MAS CANOSA MIDDLE SCHOOL (REVISED)

H-7

FLAG POLICY (REVISED 3)

H-8

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF JANUARY 2023 AS NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH (REVISED)

H-9

FALL REGIONAL COLLEGE FAIRS (REVISED)

H-10

EQUITABLE DIGITAL EXPERIENCE FRAMEWORK UPDATE (REVISED 2)

H-11

DISTRICT COMPLIANCE WITH FLORIDA LAW (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
12.14.22



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
December 14, 2022
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 5, 2022. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2022. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY 18, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 9, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below. 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. ARIEL CHANG CISNERO (REVISED)

B-4

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ENID WEISMAN, FORMER MAYOR OF AVENTURA, FOR 47 YEARS OF SERVICE AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND HER DEDICATION TO EDUCATION AND PUBLIC SERVICE (REVISED REPLACED)

PRESENTATION MATERIALS

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE FOUNDERS OF THE ARK OF THE CITY, INC. THE ELLIOTTS (REPLACED REVISED)

PRESENTATION MATERIALS

B-6

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. REBECA SOSA, FORMER MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSIONER REPRESENTING DISTRICT 6 AND RETIRED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) EDUCATOR (REVISED)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • "FESTIVAL MARCH" by Orchestra Strings Duet from Sunset Elementary

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

ORGANIZATION MEETING \u2013 School Board Administration Building Auditorium (Added) 

  1. Election of Vice Chair 
  2. Agenda Item SP-1 \u2013 Authorization of Signature of Board Officers
    MOTION: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law. 

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF DECEMBER 14, 2022

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (WITHDRAWN)

  • Forging New Pathways for Postsecondary Career and Technical Education

PRESENTATION MATERIALS

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:

  1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1163
  2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD
D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 (REVISED 2)

D-55

DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION, ONE CHARTER SCHOOL AMENDMENT, AND AMENDMENTS TO FOUR SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENTS (REVISED)

D-66

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2023\u20132024 SCHOOL YEAR:\u00a0

ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR 2023\u20132024, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 17, 2023

TECHNICAL COLLEGES / ADULT EDUCATION CENTERS SCHOOL CALENDAR 2023\u20132024, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 17, 2023

JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER SCHOOL CALENDAR 2023\u20132024, WITH A START DATE OF JULY 7, 2023 (REVISED 2)

D-67

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CERTIFY THE 2023-2024 CLASS SIZE COMPLIANCE PLAN

D-68

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE, CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT ELEMENTARY, AND CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT SECONDARY

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2022

E-141

SUSPENSION OF XPERT ELEVATOR SERVICES, INC., PURSUANT TO PROCEDURES FOR SANCTIONS UNDER SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320.04 \u2013 CONTRACTOR DISCIPLINE

E-142

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-013-MJ \u2013 CYBERSECURITY TRAINING SOFTWARE

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-21-051-CM \u2013 SOLAR POWER PROGRAM & EQUIPMENT (REVISED)

E-144

REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-056-CM \u2013 ONLINE PROGRAM APPLICATION AND LOTTERY MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

E-145

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-024-MJ \u2013 TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 


NOTICE
MEETING OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD FOUNDATION, INC.

A meeting of the Miami-Dade County School Board Foundation, Inc. (The “Foundation”) will be held on Wednesday, January, 18 2023, immediately following the “E” items of the meeting of The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida.

Agenda Items are:

  • Call to Order
  • Close Agenda
  • Purpose of Meeting
    1. Elections of Officers:

      2. Chair Vice Chair
      Superintendent of Schools - President and Secretary
      Chief Financial Officer - Vice President and Treasurer
      Treasurer - Assistant Secretary

    2. Acceptance of Transmittal of Annual Budget and Audited Financial Statement Relating to the Foundation
  • Other Business and Adjournment

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair\u00a0

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A NON-EXCLUSIVE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM, INC. (“TEMPLE”), A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, FOR USE BY THE TEMPLE OF THE PARKING LOT AT NORTH BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 4100 PRAIRIE AVENUE, MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA

F-4

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO PROCEED WITH THE REQUIRED DUE DILIGENCE FOR THE POTENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT THE FORMER J.R.E. LEE EDUCATION CENTER, LOCATED AT 6521 S.W. 62 AVENUE, SOUTH MIAMI (REVISED)

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

AWARD TO JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC., THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT ERNEST GRAHAM K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01528500

 

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1130.01, ASSIGNMENT OF ADMINISTRATORS, AND 6327, PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS AND UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS (REVISED)

G-2

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6110, GRANT FUNDS, 6114, COST PRINCIPLES FOR FEDERAL FUNDS, 6233, DISTRICT BUDGETS, 6320, PURCHASING, 6330, ARCHITECTURAL, ENGINEERING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL, LAND SURVEYING, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, PROGRAM MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES, AND 6480, EXPENDITURES (REVISED)

G-3

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0141.1, STUDENT ADVISOR TO THE BOARD, 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST, 1030, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS, 1120, EMPLOYMENT OF ADMINISTRATORS, 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL, AND 4120, EMPLOYMENT OF SUPPORT STAFF

G-4

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 9143, SECURE OUR FUTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE, 9800, CHARTER SCHOOLS, 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS, 5131, STUDENT TRANSFERS AND CONTROLLED OPEN ENROLLMENT, AND 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE (REVISED)

G-5

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2210, CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT, 2370.01, VIRTUAL INSTRUCTION, 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES PROGRAM, AND 2623, STUDENT ASSESSMENT

G-6

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6325, CONE OF SILENCE

G-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ASSIGNMENT OF PRE-EXISTING OUTSIDE COUNSEL CONTRACT- TAYLOR ESPINO VEGA\u00a0

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS & TRAINING (REVISED 3)

H-4

UPDATE ON FLAG COMPLIANCE AT SCHOOLS AND CLASSROOMS (REVISED 2)

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

H-5

SCHOOL BOARD CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT TO THE MIAMI-DADE VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD (VAB) (REVISED)

H-6

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TEMPORARY INSTRUCTORS TASK FORCE - RECRUITMENT, ENGAGEMENT, AND RETENTION (REVISED 2)

H-7

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE JANUARY AS HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
01.18.23



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
January 18, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 9, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JANUARY 17, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JANUARY \u00a025, 2023     BOARD WORKSHOP     10:00 A.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726


PURPOSE: To discuss the Superintendent’s evaluation.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., January 18, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

 

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS
AND INTRODUCTIONS

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

DISCUSSION

School Board Members

 

CLOSING COMMENTS

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

 

 


SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL

/dl

01.25.2023



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
January 25, 2023
10:00 a.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the Superintendent's evaluation. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., January 18, 2022, Citizen Information Center, Room 102,1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_02152023_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-02-15 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
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AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

FEBRUARY 15, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 6, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FEBRUARY 13, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FORMER MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS POLICE CHIEF EDWIN LOPEZ (REVISED)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-006 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CHILDREN’S TRUST FOR CELEBRATING ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY ON SEPTEMBER 10, 2022 (REVISED)

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2023 WILSON SCHOLARS (REVISED)

B-6

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-008 OF\u00a0THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NADEGE GREEN, COMMISSIONER KIONNE\u00a0MCGHEE, WILBUR BELL, AND LUCIA DAVIS-RAIFORD. (REVISED 2)

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. CHRISTI FRAGA, MAYOR OF CITY OF DORAL AND FORMER MIAMI- DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER. (REVISED)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • “STAND UP” performed by Kennedi Duke from Norland Middle School

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

 

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 18, 2023

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (WITHDRAWN)

      • Forging a new direction for Postsecondary Career and Technical Education

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE 2022 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ 2021-2026 STRATEGIC PLAN, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES

C-2

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RESCHEDULE THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH 29, 2023

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1164

SUPPLEMENTAL

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION
PENDING APPEAL

(REVISED 2)

D-67

EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

D-68

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (REVISED)

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2022

E-2

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2022

E-14

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-15

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-16

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-17

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-18

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-19

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- AMERICAN RECOVERY PLAN (ARP) \u2013 ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY (ESSER) MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-20

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER ARP FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-21

RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

E-66

RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

E-86

SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORT OF INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS\u2014OPERATION OF WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022

E-87

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-88

REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 43 OF 145 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022

E-141

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-20-067-CM \u2013 HUMAN CAPITAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM\u00a0\u00a0

E-142

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO WAIVE PROCESS FOR COMPETITIVE PURCHASE\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND RK 750 IVES DAIRY, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOR CLASSROOM SPACE USED AS AN ANNEX TO AVENTURA WATERWAYS K-8 CENTER, LOCATED AT 850 IVES DAIRY ROAD, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33179

F-26

AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND (AMENDMENT NO. 1) THE GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) MASTER AGREEMENT WITH AMERESCO, INC., FOR GEPC PART 2 SERVICES AT BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 02111400\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

F-27

COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED CONVERSION - PHASES II, III & IV AT J. C. BERMUDEZ DORAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 02083000

F-28

COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ AND PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT JAMES H. BRIGHT/J.W. JOHNSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01613400

F-29

COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT JANE S. ROBERTS K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 01425000

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

REJECTION OF ALL BIDS FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT NORTH MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01327000

F-42

AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED (VPI) THE RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT SOUTH MIAMI MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 02117500

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0141.1, STUDENT ADVISOR TO THE BOARD, 5111.01, HOMELESS STUDENTS, 8330, STUDENT RECORDS, AND REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF POLICY 5350, STUDENT SUICIDE PREVENTION, INTERVENTION, AND POSTVENTION

G-2

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6320.07, PROCUREMENT - FEDERAL GRANTS/FUNDS, 6325, CONE OF SILENCE, AND 6327, PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS, UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS, COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS, AND DIRECT NEGOTIATIONS REGARDING BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY AND RESOURCES

G-3

PROPOSED SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT IN THE CASE OF: TGSV ENTERPRISES, INC., v. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CIRCUIT CASE NO. 2021-02578-CA-01

G-5

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD V. YEWANDE SMITH DOAH CASE NO.\u00a0 21-2670 (WITHDRAWN)

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

GIRL-TO-GIRL MENTORING INITIATIVE.

H-4

FENTANYL \u2013 A FAKE PRESCRIPTION PILL, WIDELY AVAILABLE, AND INCREASINGLY LETHAL (REVISED 3)

H-5

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THURSDAY, MARCH 2, 2023, AS READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (REVISED)

H-6

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. DON CLERVEUAX AS THE 2024 FRANCISCO R. WALKER TEACHER OF THE YEAR (REVISED)

H-7

BEAUTIFICATION TASK FORCE (REVISED)

H-8

PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES TO PROVIDE GENERAL COUNSEL FURTHER DISCRETION IN CONTRACTING FOR LEGAL SERVICES (REVISED)

H-9

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-010 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. FRANQUIANA WILLIAMS AS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS 2023 ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR (REVISED)

H-10

REVIEW AND UPDATE ON PROCEDURES AND PROTOCOLS FOR STUDENT MEDICAL EMERGENCIES AND INCIDENTS AT SCHOOL SPONSORED ATHLETIC AND RELATED EVENTS (REVISED)

H-11

RECOGNIZING NO ONE EATS ALONE DAY ON FEBRUARY 17, 2023 ACROSS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-12

COLLABORATING WITH COUNTY-WIDE PARTNERS TO DEVELOP A COMPREHENSIVE RESOURCE OF SUMMER PROGRAMS (REVISED)

H-13

COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF TRANSPORTATION GUIDELINES, INCLUDING STUDENT DISCIPLINE ACTIONS, WHILE STUDENTS ARE RIDING A MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BUS (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED 3)

H-14

FEBRUARY 2023 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
02.15.23



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
February 15, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 6, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 15, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 6, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MARCH 13, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DISTRICT 9 DANCE NATIONAL CHAMPIONS (REPLACEMENT) (REVISED)

B-4

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MARITIME AND SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ACADEMY (MAST) FOR BEING THE FIRST FLORIDA HIGH SCHOOL TO RECEIVE THE GOLD APPLE ENVIRONMENTAL AWARD FROM THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (FDEP) (REVISED 2)

B-5

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE WOMEN’S FUND MIAMI-DADE (WFMD) (REPLACEMENT) (REVISED)

B-6

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ZOE TERRY OF ZOE’S DOLLS FOR HER COMMITMENT TO HER COMMUNITY, THE WORLD, AND THE STUDENTS OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REPLACEMENT) (REVISED)

B-7

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-017 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DANCE TEAMS FROM MIAMI ART STUDIO 6-12 @ ZELDA GLAZER (MAS) (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

B-8

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BEA HINES FOR NATIONAL WOMEN\u2019S HISTORY MONTH (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • “SO IT IS” performed by Varsity Cudettes from Coral Reef Senior High School

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF FEBRUARY 15, 2023

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

    • Forging a new direction for Postsecondary Career and Technical Education
    • SUPPLEMENTAL 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1165

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE 2023 GLAZER AND LORTON WRITING INSTITUTE

D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION
PENDING APPEAL

(REVISED 2)

D-64

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENGAGE, NEGOTIATE, AMEND, FINALIZE AND EXECUTE A DATA SHARING AGREEMENT IN ORDER TO SHARE STUDENT DATA BETWEEN THE DISTRICT AND AN AUTHORIZED THIRD PARTY CONTRACTED BY A CHARTER SCHOOL IN ADHERENCE WITH THE FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA) (REVISED)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2023

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG DT G BLOCK, LLC, (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 450-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-2

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CL RE 15 MIA LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 427-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-26

COMMISSION OF KVH ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW CLASSROOM & P.E. SHELTER ADDITION, REMODELING & RENOVATIONS AT MIAMI ARTS STUDIO 6-12 AT ZELDA GLAZER, PROJECT NUMBER 02104200\u00a0

F-27

COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ & ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AT PALM SPRINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01619500

F-28

AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW THE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES (PMSS) AGREEMENT WITH WSP USA INC., FOR A PERIOD NOT TO EXCEED UP TO FOUR (4) MONTHS, AS AMENDED

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-43

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6345, CHANGE ORDERS (REVISED 2)

F-70

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO GET MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO 30% TREE CANOPY. (REVISED)

F-71ENROLL IN FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT’S SOLAR TOGETHER PROGRAM TO PROVIDE 45% RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY TO THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (REVISED 2)
F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0151, ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING, 6320, PURCHASING, AND 8320, RECORDS MANAGEMENT, AND REPEAL OF POLICY 0154, MOTIONS

G-2

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1210, 3210 and 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

G-3

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT SETTLEMENT OFFER IN RESPONSE TO CLAIMS FILED AGAINST JUUL LABS, INC., AND RELATED ENTITIES AND/OR POTENTIAL DEFENDANTS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF MENTAL HEALTH DATA (REVISED 3)

H-4

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE APRIL 2023 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH (REVISED)

H-5

FOLLOW-UP TO THE RECOMMENDATIONS FROM THE ATHLETIC COACHING SUPPLEMENT COMMITTEE ESTABLISHED IN 2019, PURSUANT TO COLLECTIVE BARGAINING WITH THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE (UTD) (REVISED)

H-6

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE CELEBRATION OF THE TENTH ANNIVERSARY OF FATHERS IN EDUCATION DAY THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2023; AND FATHERS IN ACTION AND ADVOCACY WEEK, APRIL 17 THROUGH APRIL 21, 2023 (REVISED)

H-7

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS COLLEGE KICK-OFF TASK FORCE (REVISED 2)

H-8

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE CELEBRATION OF APRIL 23-30, 2023, AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS WEEK AND APRIL 26, 2023, AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-9

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MARCH 2023 AS NATIONAL WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-10

COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL) MATERIALS (REVISED 2)

H-11

FEASIBILITY OF DEVELOPING THE PROPOSED COLLABORATION BETWEEN FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY (FIU) COLLEGE OF COMUNICATION, ARCHITECTURE + THE ARTS (CARTA) AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF AN ALTERNATIVE TEACHER CERTIFICATION AND RECRUITMENT PROGRAM (ATCRP) (REVISED 2)

H-12

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING THE SECOND SCHOLAS CITIZENSHIP MIAMI PROJECT DURING THE SUMMER OF 2023 (WITHDRAWN)

H-13

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE THURSDAY, MAY 4, 2023, AS NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER (REVISED 2)

H-14

EXPLORING THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING AN EQUAL PAY POLICY FOR PROCUREMENT CONTRACTS WITH VENDORS (REVISED)

H-15

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST TO BE THE EVENING OF MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2023, TO THE EVENING OF TUESDAY, APRIL 18, 2023, INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH, APRIL 18, 2023, TO BE OBSERVED IN ALL OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY\u2019S PUBLIC SCHOOLS (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
03.15.23



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
March 15, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 6, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_03292023_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-03-29 13:30:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MARCH 29, 2023 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 1:30 P.M. to 3:30 P.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2023-2024 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 1:30 p.m., March 22, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

1:30 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP

 

Mr. Ron Steiger,
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Services

Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

\u00a0

School Board Members
ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

  

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL

 

 

03/29/2023



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
March 29, 2023
1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2023-2024 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 1:30 p.m., March 22, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102,1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_04192023_CS", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-04-19 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Conference Session", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 19, 2023       CONFERENCE SESSION       10:00 A.M.
Attendance Areas for 2023-2024
SBAB - Conference Room 726


PURPOSE: To discuss attendance zones for elementary and secondary schools for the 2023-2024 school year, which, in effect, better utilizes student stations. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Conference Session which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

 

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

OPENING REMARKS

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

Dr. Jose L. Dotres
Superintendent of Schools

Dr. John D. Pace, III
Deputy Superintendent
School Leadership and Performance

 

INTRODUCTION OF ATTENDANCE
BOUNDARY COMMITTEE (ABC) MEMBERS

Mr. Alfred Billings, ABC Chair

Attendance Boundary Committee (ABC)

 

OVERVIEW

Dr. John D. Pace, III
Deputy Superintendent
School Leadership and Performance

ABC PRESENTATION

Ms. Tracie N. Abner
Assistant Superintendent
School Leadership and Performance
Region Center Superintendent(s)

 

DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE
ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DEEAC)

Mr. Matthew Tisdol, DEEAC Chair

Diversity, Equity and Excellence Advisory
Committee (DEEAC)

 

CLOSING REMARKS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres
Superintendent of Schools

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

  

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL

 

 

4/19/2023
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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces a conference session on:


April 19, 2023
10:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

Attendance Boundaries for 2023-2024 is the subject of the scheduled conference session. A copy of the conference session agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., April 10, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
April 19, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 10, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_04192023_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-04-19 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 19, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 10, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-4

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI CENTRAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2022 FHSAA 5A STATE FOOTBALL CHAMPIONSHIP (REVISED)

B-5

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF MR. MICHAEL PUTNEY, FORMER WPLG CHANNEL 10, SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER AND HOST OF \u201cTHIS WEEK IN SOUTH FLORIDA\u201d FOR HIS MANY YEARS OF DEDICATION, COMMITMENT, AND SERVICE TO THE SOUTH FLORIDA COMMUNITY (REVISED)

B-6REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-022 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RUBEN DARIO MIDDLE SCHOOL\u2019S CONCOLOR YEARBOOK ON RECEIVING A SILVER CROWN AWARD RECOGNITION FROM THE COLUMBIA SCHOLASTIC PRESS ASSOCIATION (REVISED)
B-7

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FAIRCHILD TROPICAL BOTANICAL GARDENS FOR ENGAGING STUDENTS IN ENVIRONMETAL EDUCATION AND STEWARDSHIP (REVISED)

B-8REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. ARLENE S. MARTINEZ, COUNSELOR AT SAS WOLFSON, AS WINNER OF THE 2023 MIAMI HERALD HONOR ROLL POLL (GOOD CAUSE) (REVISED)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • “Love” performed by Gladiator’s Chorus from Hialeah Gardens Senior High School

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

  • Fathers in Education contest

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF MARCH 15, 2023

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (WITHDRAWN)

    • Miami-Dade County Public Schools Parent Academy Re-Engaging Families
    • SUPPLEMENTAL 

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1165

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

D-22

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 1130, ASSIGNMENTS (REVISED)

D-23INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 1120.01, MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL
D-24INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 4120.01, CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL
D-55

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION 

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL  (REVISED)

D-65

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATIONS AND THIRTEEN CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWALS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

D-67

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

D-68

EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

D-69REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE FEES FOR ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS BEFORE/AFTER SCHOOL CARE AND SUMMER PROGRAMS AS OUTLINED BELOW; BEGINNING WITH THE 2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2023

E-86

STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT \u00a0
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD FINANCIAL AND FEDERAL SINGLE AUDIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

E-87

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-88REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 28 OF 145 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022
E-89AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022
E-90INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF EDUCATIONAL IMPACT FEES
E-91AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2022
E-141AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-050-VF \u2013 TELEPHONE EQUIPMENT AND REPAIR SERVICES
E-143AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-039-CM - ESSER-SAP AND MAINFRAME SUPPORT
E-144AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-001-PM \u2013 ELEVATOR SERVICES CONTRACT
E-146REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO WAIVE PROCESS FOR COMPETITIVE PURCHASE
E-201REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE ENTERING INTO A COLLABORATION WITH DACRA DESIGN 4141, LLC, A FOREIGN LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“DACRA”), DEALING WITH POSSIBLE REDEVELOPMENT OR RELOCATION OF THE DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (“DASH”), LOCATED AT 4001 N.E. 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, AND TO NEGOTIATE AN EXTENSION OF THE EXISTING LEASE AGREEMENT WITH DACRA FOR USE BY DASH OF ANCILLARY CLASSROOM SPACE IN ADJACENT DACRA-OWNED FACILITIES, WITH A REPORT TO BE BROUGHT TO THE BOARD AT AN UPCOMING BOARD MEETING

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A NON-EXCLUSIVE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND SOUTH FLORIDA STADIUM LLC (“SFS”), A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, DOING BUSINESS AS HARD ROCK STADIUM: 1) FOR USE BY SFS OF THE PARKING FACILITIES AT NORWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19810 N.W. 14 COURT, MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, FOR PARKING DURING DOLPHIN FOOTBALL GAMES AND LIMITED STADIUM EVENTS; AND 2) FOR USE BY SFS OF THE PARKING FACILITIES AT NORWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19810 N.W. 14 COURT, BRENTWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 3101 N.W. 91 STREET, NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1235 N.W. 192 TERRACE, CAROL CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 3737 N.W. 188 STREET, AND BARBARA HAWKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 19010 N.W. 37 AVENUE, ALL WITHIN THE CITY OF MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA, FOR PARKING DURING FORMULA 1 MIAMI GRAND PRIX RACING EVENTS

F-26

AUTHORIZATION TO REPLACE TLC ENGINEERING SOLUTIONS, INC., WITH SGM ENGINEERING, INC., AS MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR AMERESCO, INC., ENERGY SERVICES COMPANY FOR GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) MASTER AGREEMENT AND GEPC PART 2 SERVICES AT BOOKER T. WASHINGTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 02111400\u00a0

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-43

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6345, CHANGE ORDERS

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0141.1, STUDENT ADVISOR TO THE BOARD, 5111.01, HOMELESS STUDENTS, 8330, STUDENT RECORDS, AND REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF POLICY 5350, STUDENT SUICIDE PREVENTION, INTERVENTION, AND POSTVENTION

G-2

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6320.07, PROCUREMENT - FEDERAL GRANTS/FUNDS, 6325, CONE OF SILENCE, AND 6327, PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS, UNSOLICITED PROPOSALS, COMPETITIVE SOLICITATIONS, AND DIRECT NEGOTIATIONS REGARDING BOARD-OWNED PROPERTY AND RESOURCES

G-3

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0151, ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING, 6320, PURCHASING, AND 8320, RECORDS MANAGEMENT, AND REPEAL OF POLICY 0154, MOTIONS

G-4

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1210, 3210 and 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

G-5

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL

G-6

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD V. BRIAN HOLT, DOAH CASE NO. \u00a022-001873

G-7

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD V. DUVIER MORALES DOAH CASE NO.\u00a0 22-1243\u00a0 (REVISED)

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW OF ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) WEBSITES, DIGITAL LINKS, RESOURCES, AND LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM(S) (REVISED 2)

H-4

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MAY 2023 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND THURSDAY, MAY 11, 2023, AS NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

H-5

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 5, 2023, AS SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

H-6

COMPENSATION STUDY FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (MEP) (REVISED 2)

H-7

COMPENSATION STUDY FOR CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (CEP) (REVISED 2)

H-10

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE “2024 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR.” (REVISED 2)

H-11

EDUCATIONAL IMPACT FEES (REVISED )

H-12

INTEGRATING VIRTUAL REALITY, AUGMENTED REALITY, AND VIRTUAL REALITY IN OUR CLASSROOMS (REVISED 2)

H-13

FEASIBILITY OF HIRING HOURLY CLASSROOM ASSISTANTS (REVISED 2)

H-14

PRIORITIZING UNITED STATES MILITARY VETERAN’S DEPENDENT CHILDREN DURING THE MAGNET PROGRAM RANDOM SELECTION PROCESS (REVISED 2)

H-15

REVIEW OF SAFETY AND SECURITY NOTIFICATIONS AND DATA (REVISED 2)

H-16THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE APRIL 29 AS A DAY TO COMMEMORATE THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF CONGRESSWOMAN CARRIE P. MEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED 2)
H-18

STUDENT ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

H-19STUDENT DEVICE INVENTORY MANAGEMENT AND SUPPORT (REVISED 2)
H-20PROPOSED ESTABLISHMENT OF A SCHOOL-BOARD LEVEL ADVISORY COMMITTEE TO ADVISE AND INFORM THE BOARD ON ALL MATTERS REGARDING THE SELECTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS, MEDIA CENTER, LIBRARY BOOKS, READING MATERIALS, AND SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS (REVISED)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
04.19.23



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces a conference session on:


April 19, 2023
10:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

Attendance Boundaries for 2023-2024 is the subject of the scheduled conference session. A copy of the conference session agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., April 10, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
April 19, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 10, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 17, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_04262023_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-04-26 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

APRIL 26, 2023 - BUDGET WORKSHOP - 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726

 

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2023-2024 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., April 19, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

 

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE
WORKSHOP

Mr. Ron Steiger
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Services


Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

School Board Members

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

  

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL

 

 

04/26/2023
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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
April 26, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2023-2024 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., April 19, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102,1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_05172023_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-05-17 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 17, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 8, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 15, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-026 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP SIGNING AND COLLEGE AND CAREER DECISION DAY (REVISED 2)

B-4 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-027 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SOUTH DADE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL WRESTLING TEAM STATE CHAMPIONSHIP (REVISED)
B-5 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-028 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTIONS AND LEGACY OF DJ KHALED (REVISED 2)

B-8 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-031 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ELVIRA RUIZ-CARRILLO, WINNER OF THE 2023 ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR AWARD FOR MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED- GOOD CAUSE)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • “Seasons of Love” performed by Jose De Diego Middle School Theatre Honor Society

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • ATTENDANCE AND BOUNDARY CONFERENCE SESSION OF APRIL 19, 2023
  • THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF APRIL 19, 2023

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • 2022-2023 New Initiatives Showcase (REVISED)
  • 2022-2023 Office Employee of the Year and Paraprofessional/School Support Personnel of the Year
  • Recognition of Retirees

SUPPLEMENTAL

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE THE HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS REPORTS AND PLANS (REVISED)

 

C-2

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2023-2024 COMPREHENSIVE EVIDENCE-BASED READING PLAN (CERP)

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:
1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1167
2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 50

D-21 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 (REVISED)

 

D-22 

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A RENEWAL OF THE M-DCPS ADD-ON CERTIFICATION PROGRAM FOR ATHLETIC COACHING ENDORSEMENT

 

D-23 

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO DEVELOP A REMOTE (BLENDED) WORK PILOT PROGRAM (REVISED)

 

D-55 

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

(REVISED)

 

D-65 

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE INITIAL CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS, FOUR CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS AND TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONSOLIDATIONS

 

D-66 

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ FAMILY REUNIFICATION PLAN

 

D-68 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2023

 

E-2 

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JANUARY, FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2023

 

E-14

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2022-23 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-15 

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2022-23 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-16 

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2022-23 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-17 

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-18 

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-19 

RESOLUTION NO. 1, 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF II (ESSER II) SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-20 

RESOLUTION NO. 2, 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF III (ESSER III) SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-21 

RESOLUTION NO. 2, 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER ARP FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-22 

RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2022-23 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

 

E-66 

COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED PROGRAMS

 

E-67 

RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

 

E-141 

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-004-TA - POWER LAWN EQUIPMENT (SHELTERED MARKET FOR CERTIFIED FIRMS)

 

E-142 

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-22-013-VF - PROPOSALS FOR LEASING OF BOARD-OWNED SITE(S) FOR PLACEMENT OF COMMERCIAL TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

 

E-143 

REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-011-MJ \u2013 PETROLEUM PRODUCTS

 

E-144 

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-005-CM \u2013 WIRING

 

E-145 

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-021-TA - EMERGENCY DEBRIS AND HAZARDOUS TREE REMOVAL

 

E-146 

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-040-MC \u2013 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

 

E-147 

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-052-PM GENERAL ENVIRONMENTAL REMEDIATION SERVICES

 

E-201 

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

E-202 APPROVAL FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO AMEND THE EXISTING INTERLOCAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OF MONROE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND ENGAGE IN NEGOTIATIONS TO SECURE A LOCATION FOR ONE FM TRANSLATOR FOR THE CONTINUED TRANSMISSION OF WLRN THROUGHOUT THE FLORIDA KEYS

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE HIALEAH CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE, INC., LOCATED AT 310 EAST 5 STREET, FOR THE USE OF PARKING FACILITIES BY SOUTH HIALEAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 265 EAST 5 STREET, HIALEAH

 

F-2 

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH DADE COUNTY DENTAL RESEARCH CLINIC, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION (D/B/A COMMUNITY SMILES), FOR USE OF SPACE BY COMMUNITY SMILES WITHIN THE LINDSEY HOPKINS TECHNICAL COLLEGE, LOCATED AT 750 N.W. 20 STREET, MIAMI, FOR THE OPERATION OF A NOT-FOR-PROFIT DENTAL CLINIC AND ASSOCIATED OFFICES, LABORATORIES AND ANCILLARY FACILITIES, DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE PROVISION OF DENTAL CARE FOR THE UNINSURED, LOW-INCOME CHILDREN AND FAMILIES OF SOUTH FLORIDA

 

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBLITY OF DEVELOPING A PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP WITH TERRA ACQUISITIONS FLORIDA, LLC, A FLORIDA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY TO ENHANCE PROGRAMMING AND FACILITIES, EXPAND STUDENT STATIONS AND BUILD INNOVATIVE SCHOOL OPTIONS AS A COMPONENT OF PRIVATE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS INCLUDING POTENTIAL REDEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES CURRENTLY BRANDED AS METROCENTER, CONSISTING OF APPROXIMATELY 16.6 CONTIGUOUS ACRES OF LAND OWNED BY MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (THE “COUNTY”) WITHIN DOWNTOWN MIAMI, FLORIDA AND ADDITIONAL REDEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITHIN THE NEIGHBORHOOD OF OVERTOWN

 

F-4 

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG CG MIAMI RIVER LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 632-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

 

F-41 

AWARD TO J.R.T. CONSTRUCTION, CO. THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT NORTH MIAMI BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01327000

 

F-42 

AWARD TO MAGNUM CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT, LLC D/B/A MCM THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT FLAMINGO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01528600

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

PURSUANT TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL’S SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT PLAN, IT IS REQUESTED THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE THE EMPLOYMENT OF AN ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL TO FILL A VACANCY CREATED BY THE DEPARTURE OF AN ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL AND APPROVE SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSELS WITH NEWLY ASSIGNED JOB RESPONSIBILITIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPROVED SALARY SCHEDULE (REVISED)

 

G-2 

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6465, COMMERCIAL ANTI-DISCRIMINATION IN BUSINESS OPERATIONS AND PRACTICES, AND 0131.1, TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ADOPTION OF POLICY 6107, AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT AND DISTRIBUTE ELECTRONIC RECORDS AND USE ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES (REVISED)

 

G-3 

WSP USA, INC., V. SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, DOAH Case No.: \u00a023-287BID (REVISED)

 

G-4 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: MICHELLE MAUPIN v. THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ET AL., FEDERAL DISTRICT COURT CASE NO. 223-CV-21392-DPG

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 

PARENT CHOICE STUDENT TRANSFER PROCESS (REVISED-2)

 

H-4 

MINORITY PARTICIPATION IN PROCUREMENT (REVISED-2)

 

H-5 

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 121ST ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA \u2013 MAY 20, 2023 (REVISED-2)

 

H-6 

RECOGNITION OF THE FLORIDA SEAL OF BILITERACY

PROGRAM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS)

(REVISED-2)

 

H-7 

POLICY 0165 (REVISED-2)

 

H-8 

COMPLIANCE WITH GOVERNMENT FOR IN THE SUNSHINE LAW (REVISED-2)

 

H-9 

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2023 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND AUTHORIZING ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS TO FOSTER RELATED ACTIVITIES (REVISED-2)

 

H-10 

PROMOTING FAFSA COMPLETION AND UPDATING FAMILIES ON MANDATED CHANGES TO THE FAFSA APPLICATION (REVISED-2)

 

H-11 

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2023 AS ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED AT ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED-2)

 

H-12 

OPENING INVOCATION AT SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS (REVISED-2)

 

H-13 

ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR (REVISED-2)

 

H-14

BUDGET SCENARIOS REGARDING REFERENDUM FUNDS (REVISED-2)

H-15

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-032 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. LEONARDO MOURI\u00d1O AS THE 2023 PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED-GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
05.17.23



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
May 17, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 8, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, May 15, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Dr. Jose L. Dotres

Superintendent of Schools

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 24, 2023       BUDGET WORKSHOP      10 A.M.-12 P.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726


PURPOSE: To discuss the 2023-2024 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., May 17, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

 

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP


Mr. Ron Steiger
Financial Services


Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

School Board Members

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

  

 

05/24/2023
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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
May 24, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2023-2024 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., April 19, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102,1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_05242023_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-05-24 13:00:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

MAY 24, 2023       BOARD WORKSHOP      1 P.M.- 3 P.M.
SBAB - Conference Room 726


PURPOSE: To discuss Agenda Item H-10 from December 2022 which required an update on the Equitable Digital Experience Framework. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 1:00 p.m., May 17, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

 

 

1:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES & PRESENTATION
OF THE WORKSHOP

Mr. Daniel M. Mateo
Assistant Superintendent,
Innovation & School Choice

Mr. Eugene Baker
Chief Information Officer
Information Technology Service

 

DISCUSSION

School Board Members

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

  

SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIAL

 

 

05/24/2023
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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
May 24, 2023
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
School Board Administration Building
Suite #726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss Agenda item H-10 from December 2022 which required an update on the 'Equitable Digital Experience Framework'. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., May 17, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102,1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 21, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda,
but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 12, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TEENS ADVOCATING TOGETHER\u00a0(REVISED 2)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

B-4 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-034 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZES MIAMI NORTHWESTERN GIRLS TRACK AND FIELD FOR WINNING THE 2023 FHSAA 3A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP (REVISED 2)

B-5 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-035 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE WALKSAFE PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI KIDZ NEUROSCIENCE CENTER, INCLUDING THE 2023 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS (REVISED)

B-6 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-036 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ALEJANDRA PERRY (REVISED 2)

PERFORMANCE

  • Dr. Leonid Rabinovich (Viola) and Rosa Rabinovich (Piano) perform "Estrellita”

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF MAY 17, 2023

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARENT ACADEMY RE-ENGAGING FAMILIES

SUPPLEMENTAL

 

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

 

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-100

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 9147, EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (REVISED 2)

C-101

INITIAL READING: TO REPEAL BOARD POLICY 2370 \u2013 MAGNET PROGRAMS/SCHOOLS AND REPLACE IT WITH BOARD POLICY 2370, MAGNET CHOICE SCHOOLS/PROGRAMS (REVISED)

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:
1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1168
2. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2023-2024

D-21 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF:
1. THE SUPERINTENDENT’S RESTRUCTURING OF THE OFFICE OF FACILITIES DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, AND
2. ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2022-2023 (REVISED)

D-22 

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 1130, ASSIGNMENTS

 

D-23 

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 1120.01, MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

 

D-24 

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 4120.01, CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL

 

D-25 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL WAIVERS TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS

 

D-55 

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

 

D-67 

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE\u00a0

 

D-68 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2023\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

 

E-3 

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

 

E-14

AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2023 UNTIL THE FY 2023-24 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

 

E-66 

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS’ COMPENSATION INSURANCE, GENERAL/AUTOMOBILE/PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE, CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE, MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE, AND STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

 

E-86 

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

 

E-87 

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 DISTRICT'S PAYROLL PROCESSES AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR FURTHER AUTOMATION AND INCREASED EFFICIENCY

 

E-88 

REVIEW OF FISCAL YEAR 2021-2022 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 32 OF THE 145 CHARTER SCHOOLS AND THREE COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBOs)

 

E-143 

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-055-PM \u2013 HVAC PARTS AND SUPPLIES, MANUFACTURER DISCOUNT AND HVAC AND CONTROLS: REPLACE, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL

 

E-144 

AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-22-025-CM - ONLINE PROGRAM APPLICATION AND LOTTERY MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

 

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A PARKING PERMIT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND MIAMI PARKING AUTHORITY, FOR USE OF A PARKING GARAGE, LOCATED AT 40 N.W. 3 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA, TO PROVIDE STAFF PARKING FOR NEW WORLD SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, LOCATED AT 25 N.E. 2 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA

 

F-2 

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH EVERGLADES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION, INC., A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION, FOR USE OF CLASSROOM SPACE BY THE MIGRANT EDUCATION PROGRAM, LOCATED AT 38000 S.W. 193 AVENUE, FLORIDA CITY, FLORIDA\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

 

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG TF SECOND AND 23RD, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 369-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

 

F-4 

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG WG 700 NORTH MIAMI LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 2,348-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

 

F-5 

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE DUE DILIGENCE WITH NORTH BAY VILLAGE (“VILLAGE”) AND NEGOTIATIONS OF FINAL AGREEMENT(S) FORMALIZING THE COLLABORATION BETWEEN THE VILLAGE AND SCHOOL BOARD FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATION OF A SOCCER/COMMUNITY CENTER COMPLEX, TO BE CONSTRUCTED PARTLY ON VILLAGE PROPERTY AND ON THE ADJACENT CAMPUS OF TREASURE ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7540 EAST TREASURE DRIVE, NORTH BAY VILLAGE, FLORIDA

 

F-20 

AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET

 

F-26 

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (A/EPC) SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES AGREEMENT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT

 

F-27 

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK MISCELLANEOUS (CMR-M) SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL /MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES AGREEMENT FOR PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENTS

 

F-28 

AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (SPC) - STRUCTURAL, MECHANICAL AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS AGREEMENT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH

 

F-29 

AUTHORIZATION TO REVERSE ROLE OF BASULTO & ASSOCIATES, INC., TO ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT AND SGM ENGINEERING, INC., TO MECHANICAL ENGINEERING SUB-CONSULTANT FOR HONEYWELL INTERNATIONAL INC., ENERGY SERVICES COMPANY FOR GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) MASTER AGREEMENT AND GEPC PART 2 SERVICES AT ROBERT MORGAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 02089400

 

F-54 

AWARD ROOFING TERM BID CONTRACTS

 

F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD (REVISED)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

G-2 

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL

 

G-3 

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 6465, COMMERCIAL ANTI-DISCRIMINATION IN BUSINESS OPERATIONS AND PRACTICES, AND 0131.1, TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS, AND ADOPTION OF POLICY 6107, AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT AND DISTRIBUTE ELECTRONIC RECORDS AND USE ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES

 

G-4 

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0164, NOTICE OF MEETINGS, AND 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS

 

G-5

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1210, 3210, 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

 

G-6 

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 7540.01, TECHNOLOGY PRIVACY, 7540.03, STUDENT RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS, 7540.04, STAFF RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS, 7540.05, STAFF ELECTRONIC MAIL, AND 7540.06, STUDENT ELECTRONIC MAIL (REVISED 2)

 

G-7

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 5610, SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION OF STUDENTS, & 0133, QUASI-JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS

 

G-8 

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2215, PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION, 2417, REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND DISEASE EDUCATION, AND 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS, SCHOOL LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER, AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS (REVISED 2)

 

G-9 

PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTERS:

KERLIN JOSEPH vs. HOWARD M. HEYLIGER, MIAMI DADE COUNTY, MIAMI DADE COUNTY SCHOOLS, AND MIAMI-DADE SCHOOLS POLICE, ELEVENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT COURT OF FLORIDA, CASE NO. 23-011772-CA-01

YOANDRI ALFONSO vs. STEVEN CANELA, MIAMI DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD, AND MIAMI DADE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS, CASE NO. 23-011367-CA-01

G-10 

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. OLIVE D. ANDERSON DOAH CASE NO. 22-2867TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

 

H-1 

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD CHAIR TO NEGOTIATE AN ADDENDUM TO THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS’ EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, PROVIDING FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE (3) YEAR EXTENSION (REVISED 2)

 

H-3 

CLASSICAL EDUCATION (REVISED)

 

H-4 

PAYROLL SYSTEMS (REVISED)

 

H-5 

ALIGNMENT WITH HB 477 (REVISED)

 

H-6 

ENCOURAGE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT’S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA’S BACK-TO-SCHOOL FIRST SALES TAX HOLIDAY, FROM JULY 24, 2023, THROUGH AUGUST 6, 2023, AND THE SECOND SALES TAX HOLIDAY FROM JANUARY 1, 2024 THROUGH JANUARY 14, 2024 (REVISED)

 

H-7 

REVIEW OF POLICY 2510 AND PROCEDURES FOR INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS REVIEW, CHALLENGE, AND REMOVAL (REVISED)

 

H-8 

ELECTROCARDIOGRAM (ECG/EKG) SCREENINGS FOR STUDENT-ATHLETES (REVISED 2)

 

H-9 

HISPANIC AMERICAN WOMEN AND AFRICAN AMERICAN WOMEN \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320.02 SMALL/MICRO, MINORITY/WOMEN, AND VETERAN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAMS (REVISED)

 

H-10 

REQUEST CREATION OF TASK FORCE IN EFFORT TO INCREASE PERSONALIZED COUNSELING SERVICES TO MDCPS STUDENTS (REVISED 3)

 

H-11 

SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5112 (REVISED)

 

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
06.21.23

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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
June 21, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 12, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_06282023_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-06-28 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

REVISED OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 28, 2023       BUDGET WORKSHOP      10 A.M.-12 P.M.
SBAB - Auditorium


PURPOSE: To discuss the 2023-2024 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., June 21, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.  For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

 

 

10:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENCE

 

 

OPENING REMARKS

Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
Superintendent of Schools

 

OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP


Mr. Ron Steiger
Chief Financial Officer
Financial Services


Selected Cabinet Members

 

DISCUSSION

School Board Members

 

ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

  

 

06/28/2023
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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
A Board Workshop
June 28, 2023
10:00 a.m. \u2013 12:00 p.m.
School Board Administration Building
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To discuss the 2023-2024 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., June 21, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JUNE 28, 2023
SPECIAL SCHOOL BOARD MEETING
1:00 - 3:00 P.M.

 

PURPOSE: To review the assessment and evaluation framework submitted by the Superintendent for the 2023-2024 school year and provide additional guidance for the School Board Chair to negotiate and finalize, within the parameters of the Superintendent\u2019s employment agreement, if any further recommendations are presented by the School Board. There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 1:00 p.m., Monday, June 26, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Special School Board Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33132. Miami-Dade County Public Schools encourages the use of facial coverings while indoors.

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

1:00 P.M

 

CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Maria Teresa Rojas, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

 

 

 

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

 

 

 

AGENDA ITEMS

 
SP-1

REVIEW OF THE ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION FRAMEWORK SUBMITTED BY THE SUPERINTENDENT FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL GUIDANCE FOR THE SCHOOL BOARD CHAIR TO NEGOTIATE AND FINALIZE, WITHIN THE PARAMETERS OF THE SUPERINTENDENT’S EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, IF ANY FURTHER RECOMMENDATIONS ARE PRESENTED BY THE SCHOOL BOARD

 

ACTION PROPOSED BY CHAIR MS. MARIA TERESA ROJAS:


That the School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida:

  1. review the assessment and evaluation framework submitted by the Superintendent of Schools for the 2023-2024 school year on May 19, 2023; and
  2. provide additional detailed guidance, if appropriate, for the School Board Chair to negotiate and finalize, within the parameters of the Superintendent\u2019s employment agreement, if any further recommendations are presented by the School Board.

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

Ms. Maria Teresa Rojas, Chair

 

06.23.2023

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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
SPECIAL BOARD MEETING
June 28, 2023
1:00 P.M. \u2013 3:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To review the assessment and evaluation framework submitted by the Superintendent for the 2023-2024 school year and provide additional guidance for the School Board Chair to negotiate and finalize, within the parameters of the Superintendent\u2019s employment agreement, if any further recommendations are presented by the School Board. There may be action by the Board on other items such as Personnel, Finance, and other programs. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 1:00 p.m., Monday, June 26, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email,request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, JUNE 27, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

JULY 19, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

 

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 10, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 17, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-037 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING MR. WILLIAM L. DOZIER (REPLACEMENT) (REVISED)

B-4 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-038 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES OF SOUTH FLORIDA (REPLACEMENT) (REVISED)

B-5 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-039 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING RUBAN ROBERTS FOR HIS COMMITMENT TO MENTAL HEALTH, THE COMMUNITY AND THE STUDENTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF JUNE 21, 2023, and SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OF JUNE 28, 2023

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARENT ACADEMY RE-ENGAGING FAMILIES

SUPPLEMENTAL

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF 2023-2024 MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE ALLOCATION PLAN (REVISED)

C-2

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH SIX COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,496,662 EFFECTIVE AUGUST 1, 2023, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2023-2024 DISTRICT BUDGET

C-3 REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SCHEDULE THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1169

D-21 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED 3)

D-55 

RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

D-65 

REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS AND ONE AMENDMENT TO A SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENT (REVISED)

D-68 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2023\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

E-2 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER TRAVEL (IN-STATE AND OUTSIDE OF THE STATE) (REVISED 2)

E-14

AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2023-24

E-35 

APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 23-024 AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $450,000,000 TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2023

E-141 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-20-058-MJ \u2013 SCHOOL BUS ROUTES FOR PRIVATE BUS \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0COMPANIES

E-142 

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-008-VF \u2013 KITCHEN EQUIPMENT REPAIR, REPLACE AND/OR INSTALLY

E-143 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-18-045-CM \u2013 DELIVERY OF TESTING MATERIALS

E-144 

REJECT INVITATIONS TO BID / REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO.:

RFP-22-024-CM- ONLINE TUTORING PROGRAM

ITB-22-023-MC - EXTERNAL PROGRAM EVALUATORS

ITB-22-014-JS - BEHAVIOR SUPPORT TEAMS

ITN-22-022-JS - SERVICES FOR AN ALTERNATIVE DROPOUT PREVENTION SCHOOL (EDUCATIONAL SERVICES FOR AT-RISK STUDENTS) (REVISED)

E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH NORTHSIDE CENTRE, LLC, FOR USE OF OFFICE/RETAIL SPACE, LOCATED AT 7900 NW 27 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA, FOR THE OPERATION OF A MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS PARENT ACADEMY COMMUNITY RESOURCE HUB

F-2 

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A COVENANT RUNNING WITH THE LAND IN FAVOR OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, IN CONNECTION WITH THE REMODELING OF THE KITCHEN AREA AT NORLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 1235 NW 192 TERRACE, MIAMI GARDENS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

F-26

COMMISSION OF AECOM TECHNICAL SERVICES, INC. TO PROVIDE PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SERVICES TO ASSIST IN THE DELIVERY OF DISTRICT-WIDE FACILITIES UPGRADES, RENOVATIONS, AND NEW CONSTRUCTION, INCLUDING THE FIVE-YEAR DISTRICT FACILITY WORK PROGRAM

F-80 

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. YEWANDE SMITH DOAH CASE NO. 21-2670 (WITHDRAWN)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

G-2 

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. MICHAEL W. CROSLAND\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0DOAH Case No. 23-0700TTS

G-3 

FINAL PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Willie R. Hollis v. Paul Eugene Ancrum and The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Case No. 23-001271-CA 01 (GOOD CAUSE)

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3 

SEARCHABLE ARCHIVED AGENDA ITEM DATABASE (REVISED)

H-4 

WEAPONS ON SCHOOL CAMPUSES AND DISTRICT-OWNED PROPERTIES (REVISED 3)

H-5 

SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION TASK FORCE (REVISED 3)

H-6 

EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF EXPANDING RESTORATIVE JUSTICE PRACTICES ACROSS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED 3)

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
07.19.23

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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
July 19, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 10, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 17, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_07262023_PH", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-07-26 18:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Public Hearing", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

JULY 26, 2023 - FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P.M.


PURPOSE: To conduct the First Public Hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 property tax millage rate and budget.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available by 4:00 p.m., July 19, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E.Second Avenue.\u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the First Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 25, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.\u00a0 In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing.  

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

AGENDA ITEMS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

SP-1

TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2023-24

SP-2

TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2023-24 BUDGET

NOTE: AGENDA ITEMS SP-1 AND SP-2 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

 

 

ADJOURNMENT

/ajo
07.26.23



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces the
First Budget Public Hearing, in accordance with Florida law and Board Policies, to which all persons are invited:

July 26, 2023
6:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To conduct the First Public Hearing on the proposed 2023-2024 property tax millage rate and budget. A copy of the agenda will be available by 4:00 p.m., July 19, 2023, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the First Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 25, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing.

" }, { "id": "BD_08162023_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-08-16 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

AUGUST 16, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

 

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 7, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 14, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

The published agenda is also available for view on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-040 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLORIDA STATE REPRESENTATIVE DANIEL ‘DANNY’ PEREZ (WITHDRAWN)

B-4 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-041 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI DADE COLLEGE AND PRESIDENT MADELINE PUMARIEGA (REVISED)

B-5 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-042 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING ST. JUDE CHILDREN'S RESEARCH HOSPITAL FOR PROVIDING FREE HEALTH CARE AND ACCOMMODATIONS TO CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH PEDIATRIC CATASTROPHIC DISEASE FOR OVER 60 YEARS (REPLACEMENT REVISED)

B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING BEVERLY HELLER FOR HER YEARS OF SERVICE TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REPLACEMENT REVISED)
B-7 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-044 THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZES THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF PROGRESSIVE FIGHTERS ASSOCIATION CHARITIES INC. (REPLACEMENT)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF JULY 19, 2023, and FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING OF JULY 26, 2023

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (WITHDRAWN)

  • OPENING OF SCHOOLS

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR

C-2

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO NEGOTIATE AND EXECUTE RENEWAL CHARTER SCHOOL MANAGEMENT AGREEMENT FOR SERVICES WITH (1) DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL, INC., D/B/A DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL; (2) ACADEMY FOR INNOVATIVE EDUCATION; AND (3) THE SEED SCHOOL OF MIAMI

C-100 

FINAL READING: TO REPEAL BOARD POLICY 2370 \u2013 MAGNET PROGRAMS/SCHOOLS AND REPLACE IT WITH BOARD POLICY 2370, MAGNET CHOICE SCHOOLS/PROGRAMS


C-101 FINAL READING: PROPOSED ADOPTION OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 9147, EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS ADVISORY COMMITTEE (REVISED)

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1170

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 (REVISED)

D-23

RATIFICATION OF THE 2022-2023 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE FLORIDA STATE LODGE, FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE

D-55 

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

D-65 REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THREE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
D-68 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM
D-69 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL YEAR 

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-86

STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT NO. 2023-188 \u2212 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD OPERATIONAL AUDIT

E-87 

RSM US LLP's AUDIT REPORT EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES CUSTODIAL FUND OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

E-88

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FY 2023 OVERVIEW OF AUDIT STRATEGY FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023

E-89 

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS’ 2023-2024 AUDIT PLAN

E-90 

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-91 

FOLLOW-UP - INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF VIRTUAL PRIVATE NETWORK (VPN) \u2013 SECURITY CONTROLS AND ACCESS MANAGEMENT

E-106 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2024

E-202 SUPPORT RECOVERY EFFORTS FOR THE MAUI WILDFIRE (GOOD CAUSE)

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE EXTENSION OF THE TERM OF THE LEASE AGREEMENT AND THE GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND THE MIAMI BOARDING SCHOOL, INC. (D/B/A THE SEED SCHOOL OF MIAMI), A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL, TO JUNE 30, 2036

F-2 

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM AMBAR TOWER RIVERVIEW, LTD., FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 1250 NW 36 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33142

F-3

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM HORIZON AT NOMI, LLC FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 950 NE 124 STREET, NORTH MIAMI, FLORIDA 33161

F-4 

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM THE HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF HOMESTEAD, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 29355 S. HARRIET TUBMAN HIGHWAY, HOMESTEAD, FLORIDA 33033

F-5 AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE A GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENT WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE HERBERT A. AMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL FACILITY REPLACEMENT
F-26TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT WITH SR ARCHITECTS, P.A., AS PROJECT ARCHITECT/ENGINEER WITHOUT CAUSE AND AUTHORIZE ASSIGNMENT OF A SUCCESSOR ARCHITECT/ENGINEER FOR THE K-8 RENOVATION/REMODELING PROJECT AT EVERGLADES K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NO. 01424800\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
F-41 AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO CARIVON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS REMODELING PROJECT AT PINE LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01618100 
F-80 AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1217, 3217, 4217, 5772, 7217, WEAPONS, AND 5771, SEARCH AND SEIZURE

G-2 

PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTERS: Quenia Caignet v. Reinaldo Montano, County Court Case No. 2023-11846-SP-05; and Barbara Etienne (Mother) and on behalf of T.B. (a minor child) v. Miami-Dade County School Board, and Margarita Crown M.D.S.P.D., Circuit Court Case No. 2023-016366-CA-01

G-3 NATIONAL SOCIAL MEDIA ADOLESCENT ADDICTION LITIGATION
G-4 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 0164, NOTICE OF MEETINGS, AND 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS
G-5 

FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1210, 3210, 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT\u00a0\u00a0

G-6 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 7540.01, TECHNOLOGY PRIVACY, 7540.03, STUDENT RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS, 7540.04, STAFF RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS, 7540.05, STAFF ELECTRONIC MAIL, AND 7540.06, STUDENT ELECTRONIC MAIL\u00a0
G-7 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 5610, SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION OF STUDENTS, AND 0133, QUASI-JUDICIAL PROCEEDINGS 
G-8  FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2215, PROGRAM OF INSTRUCTION, 2417, REPRODUCTIVE HEALTH AND DISEASE EDUCATION, AND 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS, SCHOOL LIBRARY/MEDIA CENTER, AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
G-10 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. PATRICIA LAUTER, DOAH Case No. \u00a023-0404TTS
G-11 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CHEVAS V. CLEMENTS, DOAH Case No. 23-000699TTS
G-12 PURSUANT TO THE GENERAL COUNSEL’S SUCCESSION MANAGEMENT PLAN, IT IS REQUESTED THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE THE EMPLOYMENT OF AN ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL TO FILL A VACANCY CREATED BY THE DEPARTURE OF AN ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL AND APPROVE SALARY ADJUSTMENTS FOR ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSELS WITH NEWLY ASSIGNED JOB RESPONSIBIITIES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE APPROVED SALARY SCHEDULE

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 

INSTRUCTIONAL TRANSFORMATION TO SUPPORT RAPID AND SUSTAINABLE IMPROVEMENTS FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE NOT PROFICIENT IN READING AND MATHEMATICS IN THIRD THROUGH TENTH GRADE IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-4 

IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL BUS PASSING INFRACTION ENFORCEMENT SYSTEM (REVISED)

H-5 

DEVELOPMENT OF A COMPREHENSIVE MARKETING PLAN (REVISED)

H-6 

MENSTRUAL HYGIENE PRODUCTS (REVISED)

H-7 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2023 AS NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS)(REVISED)
H-8 SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2023, THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2023. (REVISED)
H-9SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF 'ETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2023' IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) ON OCTOBER 18, 2023, SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST (REVISED)
H-10 INCLUDING FINANCIAL LITERACY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS’ CURRICULUM (REVISED)
H-11 MULTI-TIERED SYSTEM OF SUPPORTS (MTSS) FOR MENTAL HEALTH TIER II AND III STUDENTS  (REVISED)
H-12 

ENHANCING THE CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT (REVISED)

H-13 EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF OFFERING A REMOTE OPTION FOR PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AT SCHOOL BOARD MEETINGS  (WITHDRAWN)
H-14 

BUILDING MENTAL HEALTH RESILIENCE DURING THE POST-SECONDARY PLANNING PROCESS (REVISED)

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
08.16.23



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
August 16, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 7, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, AUGUST 14, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

AUGUST 30, 2023 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 9:30 A.M.
SBAB \u2013 CONFERENCE ROOM 726

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

 

 

9:30 A.M.

School Board Administration Building, Conference Room 726

  
CALL TO ORDER

Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

 

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

August 30, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Jane Doe v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Case No. 19-cv-24048-KMW. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair, Mr. Danny Espino, Vice-Chair, Mr. Roberto J. Alonso, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Ms. Mary Blanco, Ms. Monica Colucci, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, General Counsel, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Michele Jones, Mr. Jordan Madrigal, Mr. Jamie Alan Cole and Mr. Ed Guedes. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat. 

 

ADJOURNMENT

08.30.2023 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

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THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
GIVES PUBLIC
NOTICE THAT ON:

August 30, 2023, from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Jane Doe v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Case No. 19-cv-24048-KMW. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair, Mr. Danny Espino, Vice-Chair, Mr. Roberto J. Alonso, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Ms. Mary Blanco, Ms. Monica Colucci, Dr. Steve Gallon III, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, General Counsel, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Ms. Michele Jones, Mr. Jordan Madrigal, Mr. Jamie Alan Cole and Mr. Ed Guedes. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat. 

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⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 28, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2023.\u00a0 A citizen wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center by NOON, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2023. All other persons wishing to speak at the Second Budget Public hearing will be allowed to do so following the scheduled speakers. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The regular public meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m. The Second Budget Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2023-2024 Budget will begin at 6:00 p.m.

The regular public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda or of the Second Budget Public Hearing. The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

The published agenda is also available for iew on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting and Speakers Supplemental List for the second budget public hearing will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING FLORIDA HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE DANIEL \u201cDANNY\u201d PEREZ (REVISED - REPLACED)

B-4 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MIAMI-DADE PUBLIC LIBRARY SYSTEM (MDPLS) (REVISED - REPLACED)

B-5 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-047 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING REV. DR. CARL JOHNSON ON BECOMING THE PRESIDENT OF THE FLORIDA GENERAL BAPTIST CONVENTION (REPLACED) (WITHDRAWN)

B-6REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-048 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING LAZARO GAMON from LAZARITO\u2019S BARBER SHOP
(REVISED - REPLACED)
B-7REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. IMMACUL\u00c9E ILIBAGIZA (REVISED - GOOD CAUSE)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

\u2022 Miami Arts Studio 6-12 @ Zelda Glazer\u2019s Soflo Harmony, performing \u201cMan in the Mirror.\u201d

SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF AUGUST 16, 2023, and AND ATTORNEY CLIENT SESSION OF AUGUST 30, 2023

B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements *
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
  • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

\u00a0

A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1

SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

  • OPENING OF SCHOOLS UPDATE

B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

  • Board Member Announcements*
  • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

(*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

 

 

D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1171

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL FOR THE ANNUAL CONTINUATION OF THE STATE-APPROVED 2019-2024 PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG’S MASTER PLAN FOR IN-SERVICE EDUCATION FOR 2023-2024

D-23 

RATIFICATION OF THE 2023-2026 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT SUCCESSOR CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE UNITED TEACHERS OF DADE

D-24REQUEST BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL TO CONTRACT PERSONNEL FOR OPEN BUDGETED POSITION (GOOD CAUSE)
D-55 

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

D-66 REQUEST FOR AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS WITH COMMUNITY AGENCIES FOR THE DEPARTMENT OF FOOD AND NUTRITION TO PROVIDE AFTER SCHOOL MEALS/SNACKS FOR PARTICIPANTS IN THEIR PROGRAMS FROM AUGUST 17, 2023, THROUGH AUGUST 31, 2026.

E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

E-1

APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023 (REVISED)

E-2 

NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR APRIL, MAY AND JUNE 2023

E-14

ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2023-24

E-15 

ADOPTION OF FIVE-YEAR FACILITIES WORK PROGRAM REQUIRED BY S.1013.35, FLORIDA STATUTES

E-16 

FINAL ADOPTION OF THE FY 2023-24 BUDGET (REVISED)

E-17 

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2022-23 GENERAL FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)

E-18 

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2022-23 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW\u00a0\u00a0

E-19 

RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2022-23 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW

E-20RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-21RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-22RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF (ESSER) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-23RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER CARES ACT RELIEF (INCLUDING GEER) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-24 RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF II (ESSER II) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)
E-25RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - OTHER CRRSA ACT RELIEF (INCLUDING GEER II) FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-26 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF III (ESSER III) FINAL BUDGET REVIEW (REVISED)
E-27 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2022-23 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) ACT RELIEF FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-28 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 MISCELLANEOUS SPECIAL REVENUE \u2013 SCHOOL BOARD LAW ENFORCEMENT TRUST FUND, SCHOOL BOARD SPECIAL EVENTS TRUST FUND, AND INTERNAL FUNDS FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-29 RESOLUTION NO. 3, FY 2022-23 INTERNAL SERVICE FUND FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-30 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2022-23 FIDUCIARY FUND \u2013 PENSION TRUST FINAL BUDGET REVIEW
E-66 APPROVAL OF PREMIUM EQUIVALENT RATES AND COMPOSITE RATE FOR THE DISTRICT’S SELF-INSURED HEALTHCARE PROGRAM FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2024, AND CONFIRMATION OF COVERAGES AVAILABLE TO MEDICARE ELIGIBLE RETIREES
E-141 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-018-PM \u2013 LIFT STATION REPAIR
E-142 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-033-MJ \u2013 AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SERVICES AND SPECIALIZED REPAIRS FOR SCHOOL BOARD VEHICLES
E-143 

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-21-004-VF \u2013 TEENAGE PARENT PROGRAM (TAP)

E-144 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-035-MJ \u2013 TRANSPORTATION FOR SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS
E-145 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-027-PM \u2013 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OPERATIONS (MRO) MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES
E-146 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-22-007-TA \u2013 CLOUD DISASTER RECOVERY
E-147 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE EXEMPTIONS FOR ESSER FUNDED PURCHASES (REVISED)
E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)
E-202 ADOPTION OF PROPOSED 2024 STATE AND FEDERAL LEGISLATIVE PROGRAMS (REVISED)

 

F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

F-26AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND (AMENDMENT NO. 2) THE GUARANTEED ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT (GEPC) MASTER AGREEMENT WITH TRANE U.S. INC., FOR GEPC PART 2 SERVICES AT BARBARA GOLEMAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, PROJECT NO. 02089300

G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

G-1

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR GENERAL COUNSEL TO ACCEPT SETTLEMENT OFFER ON BEHALF OF THE SCHOOL BOARD WITH RESPECT TO THE GOVERNMENT ENTITY CLAIMS FILED AGAINST ALTRIA GROUP, INC., PHILIP MORRIS USA, INC, ALTRIA CLIENT SERVICES LLC, ALTRIA ENTERPRISES LLC, AND ALTRIA DISTRIBUTION COMPANY (COLLECTIVELY “ALTRIA”)

G-2 

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL; 1121.01, EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS AND FINGERPRINTING; AND 3121.01, 4121.01, EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS AND FINGERPRINTING OF ALL EMPLOYEES

G-3 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY
G-4 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 5200, ATTENDANCE, AND 8330, STUDENT INFORMATION, RECORDS, AND PRIVACY RIGHTS
G-5 

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

G-6 

INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

G-7 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JAMES BERTRAND, DOAH Case No. 23-0405TTS
G-8 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. BEATRIZ MEJIA DOAH Case No. 23-001634TTS
G-10 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JEANFILS J. ALCIDE, DOAH Case No. 23-0413TTS
G-11 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. SUZANNE J. ALLEN DOAH Case No. 23-0701TTS

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-2 

PROPOSED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) 2024 STATE LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM PRIORITY \u2013 STATE FUNDING FOR PROGRAMS TO SERVE PRE-K 3 STUDENTS (REVISED)

H-3 

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MONDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2023, AS NATIONAL CUSTODIAL WORKER’S RECOGNITION DAY (REVISED 2)

H-4 

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT AND CELEBRATION OF OCTOBER 2023 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH (REVISED 2)

H-5 

PROPOSED 2024 LEGISLATIVE PROGRAM GREATER FLORIDA CONSORTIUM (REVISED) 

H-6 

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2023 AS COLLEGE APPLICATION MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-7 FIRE RESCUE AT SPORTS EVENTS (REVISED)
H-8EXPLORING THE FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTING DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY CAREER PATH (M-DCPS) (REVISED)
H-9 SYSTEMATIC AND EXPLICIT SUPPLEMENTAL EVIDENCED-BASED PHONICS PROGRAM IN GRADES K-2 FOR TIER 1 STUDENTS (REVISED)
H-10 BRIDGING MOTORSPORTS & EDUCATION: A STEAM INFUSED INITIATIVE TO ACCELERATE READING AND CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION (REVISED)
H-11 

THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE OCTOBER 2023 AS LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, AND QUEER (LGBTQ) HISTORY MONTH (REVISED 2)

H-12

COMPREHENSIVE PARENTAL COMPONENT TO INFORM AND ADDRESS RED FLAG WARNINGS AND THE CONSEQUENCES OF VIOLENT THREATS TO SCHOOLS, STUDENTS, AND STAFF (REVISED - GOOD CAUSE)

H-13SUPPORT RECOVERY EFFORTS FOR HURRICANE IDALIA (GOOD CAUSE)
H-14REVIEW OF SCHOOL SAFETY AND SECURITY (REVISED - GOOD CAUSE)

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

\u00a0

 

ADJOURNMENT
09.06.23



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Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
REGULAR BOARD MEETING
September 6, 2023
11:00 A.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, and the Second Budget Public Hearing, to which all persons are invited:

1:00 P.M.
School Board Auditorium
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida  33132

PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 28, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The regular public meeting will be held at 1:00 p.m.\u00a0 The Second Budget Public Hearing and Adoption of the 2022-2023 Budget will begin at 6:00 p.m.

The regular public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_09272023_PH", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-09-27 13:00:00", "meetingType": "Public Hearing", "innerHTML": "

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 - PUBLIC HEARING - 1:00 P.M.
ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS
SBAB CONFERENCE ROOM 927

 

This public hearing is being held, pursuant to \u00a71006.283, Florida Statutes, to address the instructional materials that are being considered for adoption for 2023-2024. A copy of the public hearing agenda will be available after 1:00 p.m., Seotember 20, 2023.\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www3.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the Public Hearing for Instructional Materials considered for adoption should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 , 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.\u00a0 Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Public Hearing by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

 

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. \u00a0Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

The published agenda is also available for review on the\u00a0 Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting.

 

1:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

PUBLIC HEARING ON ADOPTION OF INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

AGENDA ITEMS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

SP-1PUBLIC HEARING: ADOPTION OF DISTRICT-WIDE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS

RECOMMENDED: That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida receive public comment on the proposed instructional materials adoption in accordance with Florida Law and Board Policy.\u00a0 \u00a0

PRESENTATION

ADJOURNMENT

/dl
09.27.23



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The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces a public hearing on:

September 27, 2023
1:00 P.M.
School Board Administration Building
Room 726
1450 N.E. Second Avenue
Miami, Florida 33132

This public hearing is being held, pursuant to \u00a71006.283, Florida Statutes, to address the instructional materials that are being considered for adoption for 2023-2024. A copy of the public hearing agenda will be available after 1:00 p.m., September 20, 2023\u00a0 The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www3.dadeschools.net under Board Information.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the Public Hearing for Instructional Materials considered for adoption should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN NOON, TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.\u00a0 Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the Navigation on the left side of the page.

" }, { "id": "BD_10112023_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-10-11 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
⌃

AGENDA SECTIONS



THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

OCTOBER 11, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

 

(Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 2, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

The published agenda is also available for iew on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

 

Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

 

 

10:55 A.M.

*Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

*Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been piously iewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting.

11:00 A.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


B-3

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. ELIZABETH M. BEJAR, FLORIDA INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY\u2019S PROVOST, EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT, AND CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER (REVISED REPLACED)

B-4 

REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING KENDRA BULLUCK-MAJOR ON BECOMING THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE ORANGE BLOSSOM CLASSIC (REVISED - REPLACED)

B-5 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GREG ZAWYER\u00a0(REVISED 2)\u00a0

B-6 REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-053 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MRS. ADRIANA OTERO ESCOBAR (REVISED REPLACED)\u00a0
B-7 

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-054 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING GIRL SCOUTS OF TROPICAL FLORIDA IN HONOR OF THEIR 100TH ANNIVERSARY (REPLACED)

STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • M.A. Milam K-8 Center Emeralds Dance Team

    • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS


  • DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING AND SECOND BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING OF SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 AND THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING OF SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    A-1

    SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED 3)

    • BLUE RIBBON SCHOOLS
    • U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT - BEST RANKING HIGH SCHOOLS

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    C-1

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE K SOCIAL STUDIES FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

    C-2

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 1 SOCIAL STUDIES FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

    C-3REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 2 SOCIAL STUDIES FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-4REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 3 SOCIAL STUDIES FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-5REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 4 SOCIAL STUDIES FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-6REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 5 SOCIAL STUDIES FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-7REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 6 U.S. HISTORY FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-8REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 7 CIVICS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-9REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 8 WORLD HISTORY FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-10REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 9 WORLD HISTORY FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-11REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 11 U.S. HISTORY FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-12REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 12 U.S. GOVERNMENT FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-13REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR GRADE 12 ECONOMICS WITH FINANCIAL LITERACY FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-14

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR HIGH SCHOOL PERSONAL FINANCE FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

    C-15REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR AP WORLD HISTORY FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-16REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR AP U.S. HISTORY FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-17

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR AP U.S. GOVERNMENT & POLITICS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

    C-18REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR AP HUMAN GEOGRAPHY FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-19REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL AND ADOPTION OF RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS FOR AP MACRO ECONOMICS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR
    C-20REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2023-2024 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS AND THE 2023-2024 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS (SIPs)
    C-100 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-19

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUBMISSION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS SAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR 2023-2024 TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF:1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 11722. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD

    D-21

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

    D-22 

    RATIFICATION OF THE 2023-2024 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND THE AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES (AFSCME), LOCAL 1184

    D-23 RATIFICATION OF THE 2023-2024 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND DADE COUNTY SCHOOL MAINTENANCE EMPLOYEE COMMITTEE (GOOD CAUSE)
    D-24RATIFICATION OF THE 2023-2024 TENTATIVE AGREEMENT REOPENER CONTRACT BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS AND DADE COUNTY SCHOOL ADMINISTRATORS\u2019 ASSOCIATION (GOOD CAUSE)
    D-25COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR CONFIDENTIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (GOOD CAUSE)
    D-26COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENTS FOR MANAGERIAL EXEMPT PERSONNEL (GOOD CAUSE)
    D-55

    DISCIPLINARY ACTION FOR EMPLOYEES (REVISED)

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    D-64

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENTS TO LEASE FACILITIES FOR THE 2023-2024 GRADUATION EXERCISES AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION (REVISED)

    D-68 EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2023

    E-86 

    STATE OF FLORIDA AUDITOR GENERAL REPORT NO. 2024-011, MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD - FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM, FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND STUDENT TRANSPORTATION FOR THE FYE JUNE 30, 2022 (REVISED)

    E-87

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

    E-88 

    OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS\u2019 2022-2023 ANNUAL REPORT

    E-141 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-18-003-CH \u2013 MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

    E-142 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-018-HR \u2013 HVAC AND CONTROLS: REPLACE, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL

    E-143 

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-036-MC \u2013 REFRIGERATION MAINTENANCE: REPAIR, REPLACE, RETROFIT, SUPPLY AND/OR INSTALL

    E-144 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-042-PM \u2013 BLEACHERS REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT
    E-145AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-032-MF \u2013 SUSTAINABLE SANITATION AND CLEANING SUPPLY PROGRAM
    E-201REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    F-1

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE 2023-2028 EDUCATIONAL PLANT SURVEY (“SURVEY”)

    F-2 

    AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE THREE GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY (“FPL”) FOR THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE STORM SECURE
    UNDERGROUNDING PROGRAM FOR THOMAS JEFFERSON BISCAYNE GARDENS K-8 ACADEMY

    F-3

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY FOR AN APPROXIMATE 14-ACRE BOARDOWNED SITE UTILIZED BY THE COUNTY AS RON EHMANN PARK, LOCATED ADJACENT TO MIAMI KILLIAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

    F-4 

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO:

    1. EXECUTE AN AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT USE AGREEMENT WITH NORTH BAY VILLAGE (“VILLAGE”), A POLITICAL SUBDIVISION OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, OPERATION AND USE OF A SOCCER COMPLEX AT TREASURE ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, LOCATED AT 7450 EAST TREASURE ISLAND DRIVE, NORTH BAY VILLAGE, FLORIDA 33141;

    2. FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE ANY OTHER DOCUMENTS THAT MAY BE REQUIRED TO EFFECTUATE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT USE AGREEMENT; AND

    3. GRANT OR DENY ALL APPROVALS REQUIRED UNDER THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT, INCLUDING RENEWING, EXTENDING, CANCELING OR TERMINATING THE JOINT USE AGREEMENT, AND PLACING THE VILLAGE IN DEFAULT, AS MAY BE APPLICABLE
    F-40 CHANGE ORDER APPROVAL
    F-80

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1217, 3217, 4217, 5772, 7217, WEAPONS, AND 5771, SEARCH AND SEIZURE

    G-2 

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 3120, EMPLOYMENT OF INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL; 1121.01, EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS AND FINGERPRINTING; AND 3121.01, 4121.01, EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS AND FINGERPRINTING OF ALL EMPLOYEES

    G-3 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY
    G-4 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 5200, ATTENDANCE, AND 8330, STUDENT INFORMATION, RECORDS, AND PRIVACY RIGHTS
    G-5 

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2431, INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS\u00a0

    G-6 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320, PURCHASING
    G-7 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1210, 3210, & 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT
    G-8 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2111, PARENT & FAMILY ENGAGEMENT, AND 5330, STUDENT USE OF MEDICATIONS
    G-9 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0144, TERM
    G-11 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ADOLFO DIAZ DOAH Case No. 23-2031TTS
    G-12 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ERIC A. RAMSAY DOAH Case No. 23-02030TTS
    G-13MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. FABIOLA C. ANDRE DOAH Case No. 23-002029TTS
    G-14MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. YEWANDE SMITH DOAH Case No. 21-2670 (REVISED)

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-2 

    PREPARING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) STUDENTS FOR A NEW GENERATION OF COMPUTER-BASED ASSESSMENTS (REVISED)

    H-3 

    MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY LITERACY DAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2023 (REVISED)

    H-4 

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2023 AS NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    H-6 

    MULTI-TIERED SYSTEM OF SUPPORT (MTSS) FOCUS GROUP (REVISED 2)

    H-7 DEVELOPMENT OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY REGARDING THE POSSIBILITY OF PROVIDING PAID PARENTAL LEAVE FOR FULL TIME MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) EMPLOYEES (REVISED 3)
    H-8 THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE OCTOBER 2023 AS NATIONAL DISABILITY EMPLOYMENT AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED 2)
    H-9FOOD WASTE IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)
    H-10 PROPOSED MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) 2024 STATE LEGISLATIVE PRIORITY- NATIVE LANGUAGE ASSESSMENTS (REVISED 3)
    H-11 HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE (REVISED 2)
    H-12 

    PROGRESS MONITORING OF STRATEGIC PLAN OUTCOMES (REVISED 2)

    H-13 LIGHTNING DETECTION SYSTEM AT ATHLETIC EVENTS  (REVISED 2)
    H-14 

    REQUEST TO EXPAND THE SCOPE OF THE PREVIOUSLY APPROVED AND PLANNED GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) END OF PROGRAM AUDIT TO CONDUCT A MORE COMPREHENSIVE CONTRACTING REVIEW (REVISED)

    H-15SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2023 AS NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    10.11.23



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    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    October 11, 2023
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, October 2, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, OCTOBER 9, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The regular public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The regular public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    " }, { "id": "BD_11142023_OM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-11-14 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Organization Meeting", "innerHTML": "

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

    \u00a0

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    \u00a0

    NOVEMBER 14, 2023 - ORGANIZATION MEETING- 10:00 A. M.

    \u00a0

    PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida\u00a0 33132 or request4appearance@dadeschools.net , NO LATER THAN NOON, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2023.\u00a0\u00a0 Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, and participate in, this meeting utilizing communications media technology. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Installation Ceremony by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0

    \u00a0

    Section 1001.371 of Florida Statutes reads as follows:

    Organization of District School Board \u2013 In November of each year, the district school board shall organize by electing a chair. In an election year, that date shall coincide with the requirements of Section 100.041(3)(a) of the Florida Statutes.\u00a0 \u00a0It may elect a vice chair, and the district school superintendent shall act ex officio as the secretary.\u00a0 If a vacancy should occur in the position of chair, the district School Board shall proceed to elect a chair at the next ensuing regular or special meeting.\u00a0 At the organization meeting, the district school superintendent shall act as chair until the organization is completed.\u00a0 The chair and secretary shall then make and sign a copy of the proceedings of organization, including the schedule for regular meetings and the names and addresses of all district school officers, and annex their affidavits that the same is a true and correct copy of the original, and the secretary shall file the document within 2 weeks with the Department of Education.

    \u00a0

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    \u00a0

    The published agenda is also available for review on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    Speakers Supplemental List for the Board Meeting.

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    10:00 A.M.

    WELCOME

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    OATH OF OFFICE

    ORGANIZATION MEETING - School Board Administration Building Auditorium

    CALL TO ORDER \u2013 Superintendent Presiding

    1. Welcome \u2013 Superintendent
    2. Explanation of Procedures \u2013 General Counsel
    3. Election of Chair
    4. Election of Vice Chair
    5. Agenda Item SP-1 \u2013 Authorization of Signature of Board Officers

      MOTION:\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 That The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, authorize its officers, on behalf of the Board, to sign and file all necessary formal documents and affidavits as required by law.

    6. Agenda Item SP-2 \u2013 Approve Schedule of Board Meetings for 2024.

    \u00a0

    ADJOURNMENT

    /dl
    11.14.23

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    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, pursuant to Section 1001.37 and 1001.371, Florida Statutes, announces that The Annual Organization Meeting will be held on:

    November 14, 2023
    10:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida 33132

    PURPOSE: For election of Chair and Vice Chair. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 10:00 a.m. Tuesday November 7, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, by noon on Monday, November 13, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the Annual Organization Meeting which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    " }, { "id": "BD_11152023_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2023-11-15 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
    ⌃

    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    NOVEMBER 15, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

     

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 6, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for view on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

     

    10:55 A.M.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been piously iewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting.

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-3

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-055 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SHIRLEY \"COACH LAMB\" PRESLEY (REVISED)

    B-4 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-056 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MARIA VERDEJA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS (MVSA) (REVISED)

    B-5 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-057 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DISTRICT 9 VETERANS (REVISED-REPLACED)

    B-6 REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-058 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZING CITY OF HIALEAH GARDENS MAYOR YIOSET DE LA CRUZ (REVISED-REPLACED)

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF OCTOBER 11, 2023

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    A-1

    SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    C-100 

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 5410, STUDENT PROGRESSION PLAN

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF: 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1173 2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 51 (REVISED)

    D-21

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 (REVISED)

    D-22

    APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - MS. LUCIA BAEZ-GELLER

    D-23 

    APPROVAL OF PERSONAL LEAVE FROM TEACHING DUTIES - MS. MONICA M. COLUCCI

    D-55 1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION 2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED 2)
    D-68EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING SEPTEMBER 2023

    E-2

    NON-EXPENDABLE PERSONAL PROPERTY INVENTORY DELETIONS AND RECOVERIES REPORT FOR JULY, AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2023

    E-201

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    F-2

    AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC (“AT&T”) TO EXTEND THE LEASE TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2024 FOR CONTINUED USE BY AT&T OF A PORTION OF THE CAMPUS OF BENT TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (“SCHOOL”), LOCATED AT 4861 SW 140 AVENUE MIAMI, FLORIDA, TO PROVIDE COMMERCIAL CELLULAR TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES (REVISED)

    F-3 

    AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD AND NEW CINGULAR WIRELESS PCS, LLC (“AT&T”) TO EXTEND THE LEASE TERM THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2024 FOR CONTINUED USE BY AT&T OF A PORTION OF THE CAMPUS OF CHRISTINA M. EVE ELEMENTARY (“SCHOOL”), LOCATED AT 16251 SW 99 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA TO PROVIDE COMMERCIAL CELLULAR TELECOMMUNICATIONS SERVICES (REVISED)

    F-26

    COMMISSION OF R.E. CHISHOLM ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED HISTORICAL RESTORATION AND RENOVATIONS AT DR. WILLIAM A. CHAPMAN HOUSE, PROJECT NUMBER 02347000

    F-27 

    COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ AND PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PARTIAL REPLACEMENT AND RENOVATIONS AT DR. FREDERICA S. WILSON/SKYWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01516500

    F-40 

    CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

    F-41

    AWARD TO STONEHENGE CONSTRUCTION, LLC THE RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT SILVER BLUFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 02096900

    F-80AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 1210, 3210, & 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

    G-2 

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2111, PARENT & FAMILY ENGAGEMENT, AND 5330, STUDENT USE OF MEDICATIONS

    G-3 FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0144, TERM
    G-4 INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 7530.01, STAFF USE OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES, 7540.03, STUDENT RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS & INTERNET SAFETY, AND 7540.04, STAFF RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS (REVISED)
    G-5 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY, 8410, EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS, 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES, AND ADOPTION OF POLICY 2410.01, MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-3 

    MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL SPECIAL EDUCATION DAY, DECEMBER 2, 2023

    H-4 

    KEEPING ATHLETES COOL, SAFE, AND PERFORMANCE-READY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    H-5 

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE NOVEMBER 13 through 17, 2023, AS HUNGER AND HOMELESSNESS AWARENESS WEEK THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

    H-6 

    REQUEST TO EXPLORE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF DISTRICT WIDE MANDATORY UNIFORMS (WITHDRAWN)

    H-7 REVIEW OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST (REVISED)
    H-8 

    REQUEST TO SUPPORT A PILOT PROJECT TO PROVIDE PROTECTED BIKE LANES FOR SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    H-9ENHANCING PUBLIC SAFETY THROUGH A STANDARDIZED PLAN FOR MAPPING, CAMERAS, AND COMMUNICATION TO REDUCE REAL-TIME RISK AND IMPROVE EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONDERS’ RESPONSE TIME (REVISED 2)
    H-10 COLLABORATION BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICE PROVIDERS (REVISED)
    H-11 EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF EXPANDING TRANSLATION SERVICES FOR TRANSCRIPTS AND CERTIFICATIONS ACROSS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED- WITHDRAWN)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    11.15.23



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    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    November 15, 2023
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, November 6, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

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    \u2303

    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

    \u00a0

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    DECEMBER 20, 2023 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 11, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2023.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for view on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

    \u00a0

    10:55 A.M.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been piously iewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting.


    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Before that time, an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-3

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-059 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. UDONIS HASLEM, MIAMI HEAT BASKETBALL LEGEND (WITHDRAWN)

    B-4\u00a0

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-060 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING REBECCA FISHMAN LIPSEY, PRESIDENT AND CEO OF THE MIAMI FOUNDATION (REPLACEMENT REVISED)

    B-5\u00a0

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-061 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. BERNARD WH JENNINGS FOR THE PASSIONATE ADVOCACY OF FATHERS\u2019 RIGHTS AND FAMILY UNITY WITH THE COMPELLING PROPOSAL OF \u201cTHE GOOD DAD ACT.\u201d (REVISED)

    B-6\u00a0REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-062 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI COHORT WITH 20-PLUS YEARS OF TEACHING AT THE SCHOOL (REPLACEMENT REVISED)
    B-7\u00a0REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 23-063 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE ALVAREZ-ENGLISH FAMILY FOR BEING NAMED FAMILY OF THE YEAR BY SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLORIDA (REVISED)

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • iPreparatory Academy\u2019s 3rd graders proudly present Janet Day\u2019s arrangement of \u201cRock Around the Clock\u201d, \u201cRock Around the Jingle Bells\u201d.

    • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS


  • DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • THE ORGANIZATION MEETING OF NOVEMBER 14, 2023, AND THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF NOVEMBER 15, 2023

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.\u00a0 \u00a0SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    A-1

    SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

    • ALUMNI 305 LAUNCH

    B.\u00a0 \u00a0OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.\u00a0 \u00a0ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    D.\u00a0 \u00a0PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1174

    D-21

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

     
    D-55

    1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
    2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

     
    D-64\u00a0

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF\u0002COUNTRY

    D-65\u00a0REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO INITIAL CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACTS AND SEVEN CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS
    D-67REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDET TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT TO LEASE FACILITY FOR THE 2023 - 2024 TECHNICAL COLLEGES GRADUATION CEREMONY AND TO PAY FOR ANCILLARY SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH GRADUATION
    D-68EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM
    D-69REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL CALENDARS FOR THE 2024- 2025 SCHOOL YEAR:

    2024-2025 ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL CALENDAR, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 15, 2024

    2024-2025 TECHNICAL COLLEGES/ADULT EDUCATION CENTERS SCHOOL CALENDAR, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 15, 2024

    2024-2025 JUVENILE JUSTICE CENTER SCHOOL CALENDAR, WITH A START DATE OF AUGUST 19, 2024

    E.\u00a0 \u00a0FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING OCTOBER 2023

    E-86

    ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT AND AUDITOR\u2019S COMMUNICATION OF AUDIT RESULTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023

    E-87

    AUDIT OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEE FUND, SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AS OF JUNE 30, 2023

    E-88INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS
    E-89INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT - AUDIT OF YEAR END INVENTORIES AS OF JUNE 30, 2023
    E-90REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 55 OF 155 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023
    E-91AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE FOUNDATION FOR NEW EDUCATION INITIATIVES, INC. AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR\u2019S REPORT FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023
    E-92INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT'S BUILDING INSPECTION PROCESS
    E-141AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-020-TA \u2013 CARPET, TILE AND RESILIENT FLOOR: FURNISH AND INSTALL
    E-142AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-048-JS \u2013 RENTAL OF CAPS AND GOWNS
    E-143REJECT UNSOLICITED PROPOSAL \u2013 MIAMI ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY INC AT CORAL GABLES HIGH SCHOOL AND JOSE DE DIEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL
    E-144AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-22-003 VF \u2013 WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION PROGRAM SERVICES \u2013 MEDICARE SET ASIDE, TRANSPORTATION & TRANSLATION, SURVEILLANCE & INVESTIGATION AND FIELD CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES
    E-145AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-016-JW \u2013 ELECTRONIC MARQUEE SIGNAGE AND SCOREBOARDS SUPPLY AND INSTALLATION
    E-146AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-002-VF \u2013 COMPOSTABLE/BIODEGRADABLE FOOD SERVICE PAPER PRODUCTS AND CONTAINERS
    E-201REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

    \u00a0

    F.\u00a0 \u00a0FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    F-1

    RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM HTG MERRICK LTD., A FLORIDA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 9940 HIBISCUS STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33157

    F-2\u00a0

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 1775 BISCAYNE L/CAL LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 544-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

    F-3AUTHORIZATION FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE TWO GRANT OF EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH FLORIDA POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY FOR THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE REQUIREMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE STORM SECURE UNDERGROUNDING PROGRAM FOR GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER MIDDLE SCHOOL FACILITIES
    F-40\u00a0

    CHANGE ORDER APPROVAL

    F-41\u00a0

    CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION

    F-42

    AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON INC. THE ADDITION PROJECT AT FREDERICK DOUGLASS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 02019000

    G.\u00a0 \u00a0OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 7530.01, STAFF USE OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES, 7540.03, STUDENT RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS & INTERNET SAFETY, AND 7540.04, STAFF RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS

    G-2\u00a0

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY, 8410, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE, AND 2410, SCHOOL HEALTH SERVICES, AND ADOPTION OF NEW POLICY 2410.01, MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES

    G-3\u00a0INITIAL READING: TO ADOPT SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 3700, TEACHERS\u2019 BILL OF RIGHTS
    G-4\u00a0MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ALEXANDRO MADRUGA DOAH Case No. 23-001237TTS
    G-5\u00a0

    PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: JOEL AGUERO V. STEVEN PELAEZ AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD, Circuit Court Case No. 23-026106-CA-01

    G-6PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: Froilan Martel v. Pedro F. Alonso, as an individual, and Miami\u0002Dade County Public Schools, a Public School District Case No. 23- 023331-CA 01

    H.\u00a0 \u00a0OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    H-2\u00a0

    REVIEW OF POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND ESTABLISHED PRACTICES REGARDING SCHOOL HARDENING, STUDENT DROP\u0002OFF, AND RELATED SCHOOL SAFETY AND SECURITY MEASURES AT SCHOOL SITES IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M\u0002DCPS) (REVISED)

    H-3\u00a0

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF JANUARY 2024 AS NATIONAL MENTORING MONTH (REVISED)

    H-4\u00a0

    EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF DEVELOPING AND OFFERING A HEIMLICH MANEUVER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT COMPONENT FOR INTERESTED EMPLOYEES AND PARENTS (REVISED 2)

    H-6\u00a0

    REQUEST TO EXPLORE THE IMPLEMENTATION OF DISTRICT WIDE MANDATORY UNIFORMS (REVISED)

    H-7\u00a0REVIEW OF PROCUREMENT POLICIES TO ALLOW FLEXIBILITY OR FOR EXEMPTION FOR PURCHASES MADE IN FURTHERANCE OF SCHOOL SAFETY AND SECURITY (REVISED 2)
    H-8\u00a0

    RENEW OUR COMMITMENT TO STUDENT HEALTH AND WELL-BEING THROUGH AN ANTI-VAPING AWARENESS CAMPAIGN (REVISED)

    H-9INVENTORY OF VACANT DISTRICT PARCELS FOR TEACHERS AND NON-INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL HOUSING (WITHDRAWN)
    H-10\u00a0GUN SENSE AND SAFETY INFORMATIONAL CAMPAIGN ACROSS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0 \u00a0OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    ADJOURNMENT
    12.20.23



    ", "videos": [ { "resolutions": "" }, { "videoLink": "https://www.eduvision.tv/I?eLeyDOO " }, { "excerpts": "https://pdfs.dadeschools.net/Bdarch/2023/Bd122023/lastbda.pdf" } ], "announcement": "

    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    December 20, 2023
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, December 11, 2023. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, DECEMBER 18, 2023. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

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    \u2303

    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

    \u00a0

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    JANUARY 17, 2024 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 8, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2024.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for view on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

    \u00a0

    10:55 A.M.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been piously iewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting.


    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Before that time, an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-3

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-001 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CHRISTMAS SMILES PROJECT (WITHDRAWN)

    \u00a0

    B-4\u00a0

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-002 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING TRISH AND DANIEL (DAN) BELL (REPLACEMENT-REVISED)

    \u00a0

    B-5\u00a0

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-003 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE LITTLE LIGHTHOUSE FOUNDATION (REPLACEMENT)

    \u00a0

    B-6\u00a0

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-004 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE HOMESTEAD OUTREACH TEAM (REPLACEMENT-REVISED)

    \u00a0

    B-7\u00a0

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-005 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE WOW CENTER (WITHDRAWN)

    \u00a0

    B-8\u00a0

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-006 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ARTS ACCESS MIAMI FOR THEIR COMMITMENT TO BRINGING THE POWER OF MUSIC AND THE ARTS TO ALL YOUTH IN MIAMI AND TO THE STUDENTS OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REPLACEMENT-REVISED)

    \u00a0

    B-9\u00a0

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-007 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI DADE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESIDENT AND CEO GORDON ERIC KNOWLES FOR HIS REMARKABLE PROFESSIONAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND DEDICATION TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY (REPLACEMENT-REVISED)

    \u00a0

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Gablettes Dance Team from Coral Gables Senior High School performance to \u201cViva La Vida\u201d.

    • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS


  • DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF DECEMBER 20, 2023

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION\u2019S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.\u00a0 \u00a0SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0
    A-1

    SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

    \u00a0

    B.\u00a0 \u00a0OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    \u00a0

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    C.\u00a0 \u00a0ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    D.\u00a0 \u00a0PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    \u00a0
    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF:
    1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1175
    2. INSTRUCTIONAL PERSONNEL ASSIGNED TO TEACH OUT-OF-FIELD

     
    D-21

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2024-2024 AND JOB DESCRIPTIONS (REVISED)

     
    D-55

    1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
    2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

     
    D-68

    EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    E.\u00a0 \u00a0FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    \u00a0
    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING NOVEMBER 2023

    \u00a0

    E-141

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-019-MF \u2013 ASPHALT PAVING, RESURFACING AND DRAINAGE SERVICES

    \u00a0

    E-142

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-002-MC \u2013 HOOD CLEANING SERVICES

    \u00a0

    E-143

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-077-HR \u2013 WATER-BASED FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEMS, INSPECTIONS, MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE CONTRACT

    \u00a0

    E-144

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE CURRENT CONTRACT FOR ESSER FUNDED PURCHASE

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    F.\u00a0 \u00a0FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    \u00a0
    F-1

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO PROCEED WITH THE APPROPRIATE DUE DILIGENCE WITH MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT (“COUNTY”), AND JEWISH COMMUNITY SERVICES OF SOUTH FLORIDA, INC., A FLORIDA NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION (“JCS”), AS POTENTIAL DEVELOPER, A PARTNERSHIP UTILIZING PORTIONS OF THE MIAMI BEACH FIENBERG/FISHER K-8 CAMPUS, TO INCLUDE AN EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER, CULINARY ARTS LAB, OTHER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, AND M-DCPS WORKFORCE HOUSING (REVISED)

    \u00a0
    F-2\u00a0

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO DISCUSSIONS WITH THE CITY OF HIALEAH (\u201cCITY\u201d) TO EXPLORE A PARTNERSHIP TO MAXIMIZE THE UTILIZATION OF DISTRICT ASSETS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT AND OPERATIONS OF EXPANDED YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMMING, FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF HOUSING FOR THE DISTRICT\u2019S WORKFORCE, AND FOR CAPITAL INVESTMENTS TO RENOVATE AND/OR REBUILD SCHOOLS, INCLUDING HIALEAH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

    \u00a0

    F-26

    COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW ADDITION, REMODELING AND RENOVATIONS AT THE ENGLISH CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 02214500

    \u00a0

    F-80\u00a0

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    G.\u00a0 \u00a0OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    \u00a0
    G-1

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD BYLAW 0173, DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN (REVISED 2)

    \u00a0

    G-2\u00a0

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. JACQUELINE GIL-ABARZUA DOAH Case No. 23-03506TTS

    \u00a0

    G-3\u00a0

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ILKA MUNOZ DOAH Case No. 23-002051TTS

    \u00a0

    G-4\u00a0

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ANTOINETTE MCKAY DOAH Case No. 23-001640TTS

     

    G-5THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE THE EMPLOYMENT OF AN ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL TO FILL THE VACANCY CREATED BY THE RESIGNATION OF AN ASSOCIATE GENERAL COUNSEL (GOOD CAUSE)

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

     

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

     

    H-2 IMMEDIATE REVIEW AND AUDIT OF PURCHASING PROCEDURES RELATED TO PCARD AND TRAVEL CARD EXPENDITURES IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, INCLUDING THE OFFICES OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS, AND SUPPORT FURTHER REVIEW/AUDITS BYTHE OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL (GOOD CAUSE- REVISED 2)
    H-3\u00a0

    SCHOOL BOARD CONFIRMATION OF APPOINTMENT TO THE MIAMI-DADE VALUE ADJUSTMENT BOARD (VAB)\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

    \u00a0

    H-4\u00a0

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2024 AS YOUTH ARTS IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS)(REVISED)

    \u00a0

    H-5\u00a0

    SEMI-ANNUAL PRIVATE AND CONFIDENTIAL SECURITY SESSIONS WITH THE SCHOOL BOARD (REVISED)

    \u00a0

    H-6\u00a0

    REVIEW POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGARDING EMPLOYEE ONBOARDING AND REVISIT TRAINING AND PRACTICES REGARDING EMPLOYEES\u2019 INTERACTION WITH STUDENTS (REVISED)

    H-7\u00a0

    REVIEW OF SCHOOL BOARD COMMITTEE STRUCTURE (WITHDRAWN)

    \u00a0

    H-8\u00a0

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZES JANUARY AS HUMAN TRAFFICKING AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

    \u00a0

    H-9

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZES FEBRUARY AS NATIONAL BLACK HIV/AIDS AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

    \u00a0

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    \u00a0

    I.\u00a0 \u00a0OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    \u00a0
    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

    \u00a0

    ADJOURNMENT
    01.17.24



    ", "videos": [ { "resolutions": "" }, { "videoLink": "https://www.eduvision.tv/l?eLRyOOy" }, { "excerpts": "https://pdfs.dadeschools.net/Bdarch/2024/Bd011724/lastbda.pdf" } ], "announcement": "

    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    January 17, 2024
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, January 8, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., TUESDAY, JANUARY 16, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    " }, { "id": "BD_02132024_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-02-13 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
    ⌃

    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    February 13, 2024 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

     

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 5, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2024.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for iew on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

     

    10:55 A.M.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting. 

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.\u00a0 Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited.\u00a0 The Superintendent’s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-3

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-008 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. UDONIS HASLEM, MIAMI HEAT BASKETBALL LEGEND (REVISED)

    B-4 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-009 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CHRISTMAS SMILES PROJECT (REVISED)

    B-5 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-010 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MELISSA ABRIL-DOTEL, 2025 FRANCISCO R. WALKER MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TEACHER OF THE YEAR (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    B-6 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-011 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ARTHUR & POLLY MAYS COMMUNITY LEADERS (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    B-7 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-012 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE 5000 ROLE MODELS OF EXCELLENCE PROJECT CLASS OF 2024 WILSON SCHOLARS (REVISED)

    B-8 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-013 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ZOE PRIETO (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    B-9 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-014 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PASTOR LORENZO JOHNSON, SR. (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Viking Freedom Writers, Spoken Word Performance titled, \"Art Is Life\u201d by Chloe Ramsey-Brajdic from Miami Norland Senior High School.

    • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

    AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • THE REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING OF JUNE 21, 2024, and SPECIAL BOARD MEETING OF JANUARY 17, 2024

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    A-1

    SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)

    • 2024 GRADUATION RATES
    • 2024 ADVANCED PLACEMENT \u201cAP\u201d COMPUTER SCIENCE FEMALE DIVERSITY AWARD
    • SUPPLEMENTAL

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    C-1

    REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RESCHEDULE THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING SCHEDULED FOR WEDNESDAY, MARCH 20, 2024

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1176

    D-21 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 (REVISED)

    D-55 

    1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONPENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

    D-68 

    EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING DECEMBER 2023

    E-14 

    RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2023-24 GENERAL FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

    E-15

    RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2023-24 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

    E-16 

    RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2023-24 SPECIAL REVENUE - FOOD SERVICE FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

    E-17 

    RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2023-24 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

    E-18 

    RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2023-24 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS - ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF II (ESSER II) MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

    E-19 

    RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2023-24 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL EMERGENCY RELIEF III (ESSER III) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW

    E-20 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2023-24 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS- OTHER AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (ARP) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW
    E-21 RESOLUTION NO. 1, FY 2023-24 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW
    E-66 RENEWAL OF DISTRICT’S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM
    E-141 AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-22-040-VF - MEDICAL CONSULTING SERVICES AND HEALTH PLAN OMBUDSMAN
    E-142 REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-015-MJ \u2013 AUDITORIUM SEATING
    E-143 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-041-PM \u2013 INTERCOM, MASTER CLOCK, AND PA SOUND SYSTEMS
    E-144 AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-009-TA \u2013 TUTORING AND COUNSELING SERVICES FOR ELIGIBLE STUDENTS ENROLLED IN NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS
    E-145 AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTATE NO. ITN-23-018-CM \u2013 TELCOMMUNICATION SERVICES (REVISED)
    E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    F-1

    AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO PROCEED WITH THE REQUIRED DUE DILIGENCE AND NEGOTIATE A NEW AGREEMENT, WITH DACRA DESIGN 4141, LLC, A FOREIGN LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY (“DACRA”) FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT OF DESIGN AND ARCHITECTURE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (“DASH”), LOCATED AT 4001 NE 2 AVENUE, MIAMI, FLORIDA

    F-26 

    COMMISSION OF ZYSCOVICH, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE II, K-8 CONVERSION AT BISCAYNE GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL/THOMAS JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 02099300

    F-27

    COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED REPLACEMENT, REMODELING AND RENOVATIONS AT BROADMOOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01528000

    F-28 

    COMMISSION OF LAURA M. PEREZ AND ASSOCIATES, INC., AS SUCCESSOR ARCHITECT/ENGINEER (A/E) OF RECORD FOR RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT EVERGLADES K-8 CENTER, PROJECT NUMBER 01424800

    F-41 

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A JOINDER AND CONSENT AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE ACADEMY OF EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION\u2013NEW BUILDING ADDITION SCHOOL SITE PROJECT NO. 02230700

    F-42

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE J. C. BERMUDEZ DORAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL SITE PROJECT NO. 02083000

    F-80 

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD BYLAW 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS

    G-2 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD BYLAW 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST (REVISED)

    G-3 INITIAL READING: REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2451, ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAMS
    G-4 FINAL READING: TO ADOPT SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 3700, TEACHERS’ BILL OF RIGHTS

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-2 

    AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF AN ADDENDUM TO THE CHIEF AUDITOR’S EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT, PROVIDING FOR AN ADDITIONAL THREE YEAR EXTENSION AND A SALARY ADJUSTMENT (REVISED 2)

    H-3 

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2024, AS READ ACROSS AMERICA DAY (REVISED)

    H-4 

    COUNTY ENGAGEMENT \u2013 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES (EFIF) (REVISED 2)

    H-5 

    THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE ENDORSEMENT OF MARCH 2024, AS DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES AWARENESS MONTH (REVISED)

    H-6 

    PROJECT PROGRAMS AT SCHOOL BOARD AND DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION OFFICES (REVISED)

    H-7 

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA HONORS MR. JUAN GABRIEL MARTIN, 2024 ROOKIE TEACHER OF THE YEAR (REVISED 3)

    H-8 

    ENHANCEMENT TO P-CARD AND TRAVEL CARD POLICY (REVISED 2)

    H-9 

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZES FEBRUARY 2024 AS NATIONAL BLACK HISTORY MONTH TO BE CELEBRATED IN ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

    H-10 

    RECOGNIZING NO ONE EATS ALONE DAY ON FEBRUARY 16, 2024 ACROSS MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    02.13.24



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    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    February 13, 2024
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, February 5, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

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    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    MARCH 13, 2024 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

     

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 4, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2024.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for iew on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

     

    10:55 A.M.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting. 

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Before that time, an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-3

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-015 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING 100 YEARS OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COUNCIL OF PTAS/PTSAS (REVISED - REPLACEMENT)

    B-4 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-016 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE WOW CENTER (REVISED 2)

    B-5 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-017 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ANNIE NEASMAN FOR OUTSTANDING SERVICE AND LEADERSHIP IN THE HEALTHCARE COMMUNITY (REVISED - REPLACEMENT)

    B-6 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-018 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. RAUL MALO, SINGER/SONGWRITER OF THE GRAMMY AWARD-WINNING BAND THE MAVERICKS (REVISED - REPLACEMENT)

    B-7 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-019 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING I HAVE A DREAM FOUNDATION MIAMI FOR THEIR CONTINUOUS SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY AND THE STUDENTS OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED - REPLACEMENT 2)

    B-8 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-020 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE STATE CLASS 3A STATE RUNNER-UP DOWNTOWN DORAL CHARTER UPPER SCHOOL VARSITY SOCCER TEAM (REVISED)

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Ronald Reagan/Doral Senior High School performance of \u201cColor Esperanza\u201d

    • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

    AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • FEBRUARY 13, 2024

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    A-1

    SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    C-1

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE 2023 ANNUAL REPORT OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 2021-2026 STRATEGIC PLAN, INFINITE POSSIBILITIES (REVISED)

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-19

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN\u2019S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

    D-20 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1177

    D-21 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 (REVISED)

    D-55 

    RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

    D-64 

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR STUDENTS TO TRAVEL OUT-OF-COUNTRY

    D-65 

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE INITIAL CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT, ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENT, AND FOURTEEN CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT RENEWALS

    D-68 

    EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    D-71 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 8510, WELLNESS POLICY (WITHDRAWN)

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING JANUARY 2024

    E-86 

    AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OF THE MAGNET EDUCATIONAL CHOICE ASSOCIATION (MECA), INC., AND INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023

    E-87

    SPECIAL-PURPOSE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND REPORT OF INDEPENDENT CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS\u2014OPERATION OF WLRN TELEVISION AND RADIO STATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023

    E-88 

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

    E-89 

    REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 50 OF 155 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023

    E-142 

    AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-22-030-VF - OUTSIDE COUNSEL FOR WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION

    E-143 

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-037-MJ \u2013 SECURITY GUARD SERVICES

    E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    F-40

    CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

    F-80 

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD BYLAW 0173, DISTRICT STRATEGIC PLAN (REVISED)

    G-2 

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD V. ESLYN REGIS, DOAH CASE NO. 22-3237

    G-3  MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. WAYNE KIRKLAND DOAH Case No. 23-3191TTS (REVISED)
    G-4 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD V. ALEXIS J. VILLALTA DOAH CASE NO. 23-1635TTS
    G-5 MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD V. AMY L. LEONARD DOAH CASE NO. 23-004080TTS
    G-6 PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTERS:

    MICHELLE MAUPIN V. STEVEN PELAEZ AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, ET AL., DISTRICT COURT CASE NO. 23-CV-21392-DPG

    MIGUEL OLBA V. MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD AND HEATHER DAWN TYLER, CIRCUIT COURT CASE NO. 2023-024270-CA-01

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-3 

    ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI)(REVISED)

    H-4 

    REQUEST APPROVAL TO EXPLORE THE FEASIBILITY OF DEVELOPING A COMPREHENSIVE PLAN TO UPGRADE THE DISTRICT\u2019S ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROCESS (REVISED 2)

    H-5 

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE CELEBRATION OF THE ELEVENTH ANNIVERSARY OF FATHERS IN EDUCATION DAY THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 2024; AND FATHERS IN ACTION AND ADVOCACY WEEK, APRIL 15 THROUGH APRIL 19, 2024 (REVISED)

    H-6 

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE CELEBRATION OF APRIL 21-27, 2024, AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS\u2019 WEEK AND WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 2024, AS ADMINISTRATIVE PROFESSIONALS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

    H-7 

    THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE APRIL 2024 AS AUTISM ACCEPTANCE MONTH (REVISED)

    H-8 

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SUPPORT THE DISTRICT PLAN FOR THE IPREP RELOCATION AND EXPANSION (REVISED)

    H-9 

    FEASIBILITY OF IMPLEMENTATION OF A 4-DAY SUMMER WORK SCHEDULE FOR STAFF IN DEPARTMENTS AND SCHOOL LOCATIONS WITHOUT STUDENTS ON CAMPUS (REVISED)

    H-10 

    EXPLORING THE FEASIBILITY OF ESTABLISHING AN EDUCATION RESEARCH-PRACTICE PARTNERSHIP CONSORTIUM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    H-11 

    REVIEW AND UPDATE OF STUDENT HEALTH AND SAFETY RELATED POLICIES, PROCEDURES, AND PROTOCOLS (REVISED)

    H-12 

    REVIEW OF HAZARDOUS WALKING CONDITIONS FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN (REVISED 2)

    H-13 

    INCREASING STUDENT INVOLVEMENT AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT (REVISED 2)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    03.13.24



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    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    March 13, 2024
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 4, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MARCH 11, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    " }, { "id": "BD_03202024_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-03-20 13:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    MARCH 20, 2024       BUDGET WORKSHOP       1:00-3:00 P.M.
    SBAB - Conference Room 726


    PURPOSE: To discuss the 2024-2025 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 1:00 p.m., March 13, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.

    The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

     

     

     

    1:00 P.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

     

     

    MOMENT OF SILENCE

     

     

    OPENING REMARKS

    Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
    Superintendent of Schools

     

    OBJECTIVES OF THE
    WORKSHOP

    Mr. Ron Steiger
    Chief Financial Officer
    Financial Services


    Selected Cabinet Members

     

    DISCUSSION

    School Board Members

     

    ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

      

     

    03/20/2024
    dnl



    ", "videos": [ { "resolutions": "" }, { "videoLink": "" }, { "excerpts": "" } ], "announcement": "

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
    in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
    A Board Workshop
    March 20, 2024
    1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    School Board Administration Building
    Suite #726
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To discuss the 2024-2025 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 1:00 p.m., March 13, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access and participate in at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    " }, { "id": "BD_04102024_AC", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-04-10 09:30:00", "meetingType": "Attorney-Client Session", "innerHTML": "

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    APRIL 10, 2024 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 9:30 A.M.
    SBAB \u2013 CONFERENCE ROOM 726

     

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

     

    The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

     

     

    9:30 A.M.

    School Board Administration Building, Conference Room 726

      
    CALL TO ORDER

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

    April 10, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Renaissance Charter School, Inc., The Downtown Miami Charter School, Inc., and The Florida Charter Educational Foundation, Inc. v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Circuit Court Case No.: 2024-003316-CA-01. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair, Ms. Monica Colucci, Vice-Chair, Mr. Roberto J. Alonso, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Mary Blanco, Mr. Danny Espino, Dr. Steve Gallon III, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, General Counsel, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Mr. Robert C. Gang, Mr. Robert S. Galbo, and Mr. Frank Sanchez. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour and thirty (30) minutes. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

     

    ADJOURNMENT

    04.10.2024  \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

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    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
    GIVES PUBLIC NOTICE THAT ON:

    April 10, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Renaissance Charter School, Inc., The Downtown Miami Charter School, Inc., and The Florida Charter Educational Foundation, Inc. v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Circuit Court Case No.: 2024-003316-CA-01. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair, Ms. Monica Colucci, Vice-Chair, Mr. Roberto J. Alonso, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Mary Blanco, Mr. Danny Espino, Dr. Steve Gallon III, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, General Counsel, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Mr. Robert C. Gang, Mr. Robert S. Galbo, and Mr. Frank Sanchez. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour and thirty (30) minutes. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

    " }, { "id": "BD_04172024_CS", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-04-17 10:00:00", "meetingType": "Conference Session", "innerHTML": "

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    APRIL 17, 2024    \u00a0 CONFERENCE SESSION     10:00 A.M.
    Attendance Areas for 2024-2025
    School Board Administration Building Auditorium


    PURPOSE: To discuss attendance zones for elementary and secondary schools for the 2022-2023 school year, which, in effect, better utilizes student stations. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. 

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member\u2019s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology. 

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

     

    The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

     

    10:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    OPENING REMARKS

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

    Dr. Jose L. Dotres
    Superintendent of Schools

    Dr. John D. Pace, III
    Deputy Superintendent
    School Leadership and Performance

     

    INTRODUCTION OF ATTENDANCE \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0
    BOUNDARY COMMITTEE (ABC)
    MEMBERS \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0     

    Mr. Alfred Billings, ABC Chair
    Attendance Boundary Committee (ABC)

     

    OVERVIEW

    Dr. John D. Pace, III
    Deputy Superintendent
    School Leadership and Performance

     

    ABC PRESENTATION

    \u00a0

    Ms. Tracie N. Abner
    Assistant Superintendent
    School Leadership and Performance

    Region Center Superintendents

    DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND EXCELLENCE
    ADVISORY COMMITTEE (DEEAC)

    		Mr. Matthew Tisdol, DEEAC Chair

    Diversity, Equity and Excellence Advisory
    Committee (DEEAC)

    CLOSING REMARKS\u00a0

    Dr. Jose L. Dotres

    ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    /dnl

    4/17/2024



    ", "videos": [ { "resolutions": "" }, { "videoLink": "" }, { "excerpts": "" } ], "announcement": "

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces a conference session on:


    April 17, 2024
    10:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    Attendance Boundaries for 2024-2025 is the subject of the scheduled conference session. A copy of the conference session agenda will be available after 10:00 a.m., April 10, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.

    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:0 0 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    April 17, 2024
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE:\u00a0 To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 8, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    " }, { "id": "BD_04172024_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-04-17 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
    ⌃

    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    APRIL 17, 2024 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, April 8, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, APRIL 15, 2024.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for iew on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

     

    9:55 A.M.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting. 

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Before that time, an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-3

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-021 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CASA FAMILIA, INC. (REVISED)

    B-4 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-022 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE CELEBRATION OF THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF CORAL GABLES PREPARATORY ACADEMY (REVISED)

    B-5 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-023 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SUSTAINABILITY EDUCATION ORGANIZATIONS (REPLACEMENT)

    B-6 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-024 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MIAMI NORLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BOYS BASKETBALL TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2024 FHSAA CLASS 5A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP (REVISED - REPLACEMENT)

    B-7 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-025 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. MIRIAM KLEIN KASSENOFF (REVISED - REPLACEMENT)

    B-8 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-026 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DIRECTOR SHEREA GREEN MIAMI-DADE DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS (REVISED - REPLACEMENT)

    B-9 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-027 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PRINCIPAL MAYRA DELEON AND EMS JAVIER MONTES DE OCA (REVISED)

    B-10 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-028 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NICKLAUS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL HEART INSTITUTE PROJECT ADAM SOUTH FLORIDA (REVISED - REPLACEMENT)

    B-12 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-030 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING PRINCIPAL DR. TAMARA MOODIE FROM DISTRICT-MANAGED SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL
    (REVISED - REPLACEMENT)

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • Musical Theatre Performance titled \u201cBe the Light\u201d by Winston Park K-8 Center Thespian Troupe 89287

    • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • MARCH 13, 2024

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    A-1

    SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    C-1

    REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA APPROVE THE HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START PROGRAMS REPORTS AND PLANS

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1178

    D-21 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 (REVISED)

    D-55 

    1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
    2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED 2)

    D-65 

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE NEW CHARTER SCHOOL APPLICATION, AMENDMENTS TO FIVE SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENTS, AND A RENEWAL OF ONE SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENT (REVISED)

    D-67 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE

    D-68 

    EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING FEBRUARY 2024

    E-111 

    AUTHORIZATION TO AMEND THE DISTRICT\u2019S AGREEMENTS WITH FRIENDS OF WLRN, TO REFLECT THE FIRM\u2019S NAME CHANGE TO SOUTH FLORIDA PUBLIC MEDIA GROUP, INC.

    E-141

    REPORT OF SCHOOL BOARD AUCTIONS

    E-142 

    AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-23-013-MC \u2013 EXTERNAL PROGRAM EVALUATORS

    E-143 

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-053-TA \u2013 FOOD SERVICE AND FOOD LABORATORIES PEST CONTROL SERVICES (WITHDRAWN)

    E-144 

    AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-22-049-MF \u2013 CHARTER SCHOOL EMPLOYMENT AND PRE-EMPLOYMENT REGISTRATION SYSTEMS

    E-145 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-081-CM \u2013EXTERNAL INDEPENDENT AUDITING SERVICES

    E-147 

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE EXEMPTIONS FOR ESSER FUNDED PURCHASES

    E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT(REVISED)

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION




    F-1

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH CELLCO PARTNERSHIP, D/B/A VERIZON WIRELESS (\u201cVERIZON\u201d), TO RETROACTIVELY EXTEND THE TERM OF THE LEASE AGREEMENT FROM JANUARY 1, 2023 TO DECEMBER 31, 2024, AND ACCEPT RENTAL PAYMENTS FOR THE PERIOD OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2022 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2024, AS A RESULT OF VERIZON\u2019S CONTINUED USE OF AN EXISTING CELL TOWER ON THE CAMPUS OF SOUTHWEST MIAMI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, AS A HOLDOVER TENANT, FOR THE OPERATION OF ITS COMMERCIAL CELLULAR TELECOMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES (REVISED)

    F-26

    COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PHASE II RENOVATIONS AND PARTIAL REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT LENORA BRAYNON SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, (A REUSE OF CORAL GABLES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PROTOTYPE), PROJECT NUMBER 02297800

    F-41

    AWARD TO H. A. CONTRACTING CORP. GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATION PROJECT AT RIVIERA MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01530200

    F-42

    AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT TROPICAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01425500

    F-80 

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD BYLAW 0166, NON-PUBLIC MEETINGS

    G-2 

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD BYLAW 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST

    G-3 

    FINAL READING: REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 2451, ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAMS (REVISED)

    G-4 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICY 6424, PURCHASING CARDS (REVISED)

    G-5 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 8400, HEALTH AND SAFETY ISSUES, AND 8453, CONTROL OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

    G-6 

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. DEREK R. SENA DOAH Case No. 22-3218TTS

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-3 

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2024, AS NATIONAL TEACHER DAY, AND MAY 6-10, 2024, AS TEACHER APPRECIATION WEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    H-4 

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF MAY 3, 2024, AS SCHOOL LUNCH HERO DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

    H-5 

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF MAY 2024 AS MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH AND THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024, AS NATIONAL CHILDREN\u2019S MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS DAY IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

    H-6 

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE MAY 5 THROUGH MAY 12, 2024, AS THE DAYS OF REMEMBRANCE OF THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST, INCLUDING THE DAY OF REMEMBRANCE KNOWN AS YOM HASHOAH ON MAY 6, 2024, TO BE OBSERVED THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

    H-7 

    COLLABORATIVE MENTORING INITIATIVE: BRIDGING SUPPORT FOR FOSTER CARE STUDENTS (REVISED)

    H-8 

    PROPOSAL FOR CREATING A HIGH SCHOOL COURSE FOCUSED ON POST SECONDARY PREPAREDNESS (REVISED)

    H-10 

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE APRIL 29 AS A DAY TO COMMEMORATE THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF CONGRESSWOMAN CARRIE P. MEEK IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    H-11 

    THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN PROMOTING THE COLLEGE FAIR AND AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENCOURAGE ALL MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS TO PARTICIPATE IN THE \u201c2025 MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR\u201d (REVISED)

    H-12 

    EXPLORING THE FEASIBILITY OF USING TARGETED DIGITAL MARKETING AS A TOOL TO INCREASE SCHOOL ENROLLMENT (REVISED)

    H-13 

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZES THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2024, AS NATIONAL DAY OF PRAYER (REVISED)

    H-14 

    ENHANCING AND EXPANDING M-DCPS’ EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION OPTIONS (REVISED)

    H-15 

    SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION TASK FORCE (REVISED)

    H-16 

    SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 2340 \u2013 FIELD AND OTHER DISTRICT-SPONSORED TRIPS AND 8640 -TRANSPORTATION FOR FIELD AND OTHER DISTRICT-SPONSORED TRIPS (REVISED)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    04.17.24



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    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    REVISED OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    APRIL 22, 2024       BUDGET WORKSHOP      10 A.M.-12 P.M.
    SBAB - Conference Room 726


    PURPOSE: To discuss the 2024-2025 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., April 15, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

     

     

    10:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

     

     

    MOMENT OF SILENCE

     

     

    OPENING REMARKS

    Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
    Superintendent of Schools

     

    OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP


    Mr. Ron Steiger
    Chief Financial Officer
    Financial Services


    Selected Cabinet Members

     

    DISCUSSION

    School Board Members

     

    ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

      

     

    04/22/2024
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    ANNOUNCEMENT

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
    in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
    A Board Workshop
    April 22, 2024
    10:00 A.M. \u2013 12:00 P.M.
    School Board Administration Building
    Suite #726
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: : To discuss the 2024-2025 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 10:00 a.m., April 15, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. \u00a0\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    " }, { "id": "BD_05152024_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-05-15 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
    ⌃

    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    MAY 15, 2024 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 6, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for iew on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

     

    10:55 A.M.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting. 

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Before that time, an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-3

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-031 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE WALKSAFE PROGRAM AT THE UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI MILLER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE KIDZ NEUROSCIENCE CENTER, INCLUDING THE 2024 WALKSAFE STATEWIDE POSTER CONTEST WINNERS (REVISED)

    B-4 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-032 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE MISSISSIPPI STATE UNIVERSITY BULLDOGS D.A.W.G. PROGRAM FOR THEIR COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS IN FOSTERING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT, AND STUDENT EMPOWERMENT TO THE STUDENTS OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
    (REVISED- REPLACEMENT)

    B-5 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-033 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MS. CHANTEL G. OSBORNE AS THE 2024 PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED- REPLACEMENT)

    B-6 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-034 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ASHLEY MOLLINEDO AS THE 2024-2025 STATE PRESIDENT OF FLORIDA FUTURE EDUCATORS OF AMERICA (FFEA) (REVISED)

    B-7 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-035 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIP SIGNING AND COLLEGE AND CAREER DECISION DAY (REVISED- REPLACEMENT)

    B-8 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-037 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING NAMI MIAMI-DADE COUNTY (REPLACEMENT)

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • MUSICAL THEATRE PIECE TITLED, \u201cONCE ON THIS ISLAND\u201d BY MICHAEL KROP THEATRE MAGNET

    • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION OF APRIL 10, 2024
    • ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY CONFERENCE SESSION OF APRIL 17, 2024
    • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF APRIL 17, 2024

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

    A-1

    SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (WITHDRAWN)

    • RETIREE RECOGNITION

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

     

     

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF: 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1179 2. DEFERRED RETIREMENT OPTION PROGRAM (DROP) LISTING 52

    D-21 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 AND JOB DESCRIPTION(S) (REVISED)

    D-22 

    REQUEST BY THE INSPECTOR GENERAL TO CONTRACT PERSONNEL FOR OPEN BUDGETED POSITION

    D-23 

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A COLLABORATIVE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA AND TEACH FOR AMERICA, INC. (REVISED)

    D-55 

    1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
    2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

    D-65 

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF ONE INITIAL CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT, THREE CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS, AND ONE CHARTER SCHOOL CONSOLIDATION

    D-67REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY APPROVE THE SUBMISSION OF AN APPLICATION TO BECOME AN APPROVED FLORIDA POSTSECONDARY COMPREHENSIVE TRANSITION PROGRAM TO SERVE STUDENTS AT LINDSEY HOPKINS TECHNICAL COLLEGE AND MIAMI-LAKES EDUCATIONAL CENTER AND TECHNICAL COLLEGE
    D-68EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM
    D-692024-2025 AND 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR OPENING AND CLOSING HOURS OF SCHOOLS AND EXCEPTIONS TO THOSE HOURS

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MARCH 2024

    E-14

    RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2023-24 GENERAL FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    E-15

    RESOLUTION NO. 1 FY 2023-24 DEBT SERVICE FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    E-16 

    RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2023-24 CAPITAL OUTLAY FUNDS SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    E-17 

    RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2023-24 SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS \u2013 OTHER FEDERAL PROGRAMS (CONTRACTED PROGRAMS) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    E-18 

    RESOLUTION NO. 2, FY 2023-24 INTERNAL SERVICE (HEALTH INSURANCE) FUND SPRING BUDGET REVIEW

    E-66 

    COMPREHENSIVE FIDELITY BONDS AND RELATED PROGRAMS

    E-67 

    RENEWAL OF DISTRICT\u2019S PROPERTY INSURANCE PROGRAM

    E-86 

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA SINGLE AUDIT REPORTS IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE UNIFORM GUIDANCE FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023, MANAGEMENT LETTER AND INDEPENDENT ACCOUNTANT\u2019S REPORT IN ACCORDANCE WITH CHAPTER 10.800 OF THE RULES OF THE AUDITOR GENERAL OF THE STATE OF FLORIDA

    E-87

    RSM US LLP's AUDIT REPORT EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES PROGRAM OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - FINANCIAL REPORTS SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

    E-88

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

    E-89

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 FOLLOW UP: AUDIT OF DISTRICT ISSUED INSTRUCTIONAL MOBILE DEVICES (IMD)

    E-90

    REVIEW OF AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR 50 OF 155 CHARTER SCHOOLS OPERATING DURING THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2023

    E-141

    AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-22-039-CM - STUDENT INFORMATION SYSTEM (SIS)

    E-142

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-007-PM \u2013 GREASE TRAP, SEPTIC TANK & STORM DRAIN PUMP OUT & REPAIR SERVICES

    E-143

    AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-22-026-CM - UNIVERSAL ID SOFTWARE PROGRAM (WITHDRAWN)

    E-145

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO UTILIZE EXEMPTIONS FOR ESSER FUNDED PURCHASES

    E-146

    REJECT INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-053-TA \u2013 FOOD SERVICE AND FOOD LABORATORIES PEST CONTROL SERVICES

    E-201

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION




    F-1

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH THE MIAMI-DADE FOUNDATION FOR EDUCATIONAL INNOVATION, INC., TO ALLOW FOR THE ONGOING USE OF UP TO TWELVE PORTABLE CLASSROOMS AS A PART OF THE OPERATION OF THE ACADEMY FOR INNOVATIVE EDUCATION, A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL, LOCATED ON BOARD-OWNED LAND AT 1080 LA BARON DRIVE, MIAMI SPRINGS

    F-2

    AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A JOINT USE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF MIAMI SPRINGS, TO PROVIDE FOR JOINT USE OF RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AT MIAMI SPRINGS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (REVISED)

    F-21

    AUTHORITY TO AMEND THE CAPITAL CONSTRUCTION BUDGET RELATED TO THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB)

    F-26

    COMMISSION OF RODRIGUEZ ARCHITECTS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED PARTIAL REPLACEMENT, REMODELING AND RENOVATIONS AT MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01617300

    F-27 

    COMMISSION OF SILVA ARCHITECTS, LLC, AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR THE NEW EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER PK THRU 1 GRADE PROJECT FOR AVENTURA WATERWAYS K-8 CENTER, (A REUSE OF THE EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER PROTOTYPE AT SPANISH LAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL), PROJECT NUMBER 02685500

    F-41AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE JOHN I. SMITH K-8 CENTER SCHOOL SITE, PROJECT NO. 02187100
    F-42AWARD TO VEITIA PADRON, INCORPORATED. THE CLASSROOM ADDITION PROJECT AT GATEWAY ENVIRONMENTAL K-8 LEARNING CENTER (REUSE OF CORAL PARK ES); PROJECT NUMBER 01966900
    F-70REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE AND EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU) BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO GET MIAMI-DADE COUNTY TO 30% TREE CANOPY
    F-80

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    ANNUAL REPORT TO THE BOARD

    G-2 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2340, FIELD AND OTHER DISTRICT-SPONSORED TRIPS, AND 8640, TRANSPORTATION FOR FIELD AND OTHER DISTRICT-SPONSORED TRIPS (REVISED)

    G-3 

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CAROLINA E. BLANCO DOAH Case No. 24-0486 (REVISED)

    G-4 

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. CHRISTOPHER A. CASTRO DOAH Case No. 24-0323TTS

    G-5 

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. DOMINGO ARAGU DOAH Case No. 23-4079TTS

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-2 

    SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF THE NAMING OF THE ANNUAL PERLA TABARES HANTMAN MIAMI NATIONAL COLLEGE FAIR (REVISED)

    H-3 

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT COMMEMORATING THE 122nd ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF CUBA \u2013 MAY 20, 2024

    H-4 

    RECOGNITION OF THE FLORIDA SEAL OF BILITERACY PROGRAM IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED 2)

    H-6 

    SCHOOL CHAPLAINS (REVISED 2)

    H-7 

    FEASIBILITY OF A COURSE CATALOG FOR VIRTUAL CLASSES (REVISED)

    H-8 

    THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZE AND OBSERVE MAY 2024 AS HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH AND JOIN IN CELEBRATING HAITIAN HERITAGE MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    H-9 

    REVIEW OF THIS DISTRICT’S CURRENT DATA INFRASTRUCTURE AND DATA MANAGEMENT PRACTICES (REVISED)

    H-10 

    METAL DETECTORS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

    H-11 

    FLORIDA MUSEUM OF BLACK HISTORY (REVISED)

    H-12 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-036 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ROMULO ESPINOSA FOR BEING RECOGNIZED AS THE ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL OF THE YEAR (REVISED 2)

    H-13 

    ANNUAL REMEMBRANCE FOR EMPLOYEES AND STUDENTS WHO HAVE PASSED AWAY DURING THE YEAR (REVISED)

    H-14 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO 24-038 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, SUPPORTING MILITARY FAMILIES (REVISED)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    05.15.24



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    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    May 15, 2024
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, May 6, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, MAY 13, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    " }, { "id": "BD_05222024_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-05-22 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Workshop", "innerHTML": "

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    MAY 22, 2024       BUDGET WORKSHOP      11 A.M.-1 P.M.
    SBAB - Conference Room 726


    PURPOSE: To discuss the 2024-2025 District budget. A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 11:00 a.m., May 15, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

     

     

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

     

     

    MOMENT OF SILENCE

     

     

    OPENING REMARKS

    Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
    Superintendent of Schools

     

    OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP


    Mr. Ron Steiger
    Chief Financial Officer
    Financial Services


    Selected Cabinet Members

     

    DISCUSSION

    School Board Members

     

    ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

      

     

    05/22/2024
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    ANNOUNCEMENT

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
    in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
    A Board Workshop
    May 22, 2024
    11:00 A.M. \u2013 1:00 P.M.
    School Board Administration Building
    Suite #726
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: : To discuss the 2024-2025 District budget.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 11:00 a.m., May 15, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. \u00a0\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    " }, { "id": "BD_05222024_AC", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-05-22 12:00:00", "meetingType": "Attorney-Client Session", "innerHTML": "

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    MAY 22, 2024 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 12:00 P.M.
    SBAB \u2013 CONFERENCE ROOM 726

     

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

     

    The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

     

     

    12:00 P.M.

    School Board Administration Building, Conference Room 726

      
    CALL TO ORDER

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

    May 22, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Renaissance Charter School, Inc., The Downtown Miami Charter School, Inc., and The Florida Charter Educational Foundation, Inc. v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Circuit Court Case No.: 2024-003316-CA-01. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair, Ms. Monica Colucci, Vice-Chair, Mr. Roberto J. Alonso, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Mary Blanco, Mr. Danny Espino, Dr. Steve Gallon III, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, General Counsel, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Mr. Robert C. Gang, Mr. Robert S. Galbo, and Mr. Frank Sanchez. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

     

    ADJOURNMENT

    05.22.2024  \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

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    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
    GIVES PUBLIC NOTICE THAT ON:

    May 22, 2024, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Renaissance Charter School, Inc., The Downtown Miami Charter School, Inc., and The Florida Charter Educational Foundation, Inc. v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Circuit Court Case No.: 2024-003316-CA-01. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair, Ms. Monica Colucci, Vice-Chair, Mr. Roberto J. Alonso, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Mary Blanco, Mr. Danny Espino, Dr. Steve Gallon III, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, General Counsel, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Mr. Robert C. Gang, Mr. Robert S. Galbo, and Mr. Frank Sanchez. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately one (1) hour and thirty (30) minutes. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

    " }, { "id": "BD_06182024_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-06-18 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
    ⌃

    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    JUNE 18, 2024 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 10, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2024.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for view on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

     

    10:55 A.M.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting. 

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Before that time, an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-4 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-040 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING REVEREND RHONDA THOMAS FOR HER OVERWHELMING AND CONTINUOUS SUPPORT OF THE COMMUNITY AND THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED 2)

    B-5 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-043 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING VICTORIA SOFIA MORALES OF RONALD REAGAN DORAL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (REVISED)

    B-6 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-044 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE HIALEAH GARDENS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND FOR WINNING THE 2A STATE CHAMPIONSHIP (REVISED)

    B-7 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-045 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JAMES LOUIS WEIR, WORLD WAR II VETERAN (WITHDRAWN)

    B-8 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-046 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING ACHIEVE MIAMI (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    B-9 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-048 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR MARSHALL DAVIS, DIRECTOR OF THE AFRICAN HERITAGE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER, FOR HIS OUTSTANDING CONTRIBUTIONS AND DEDICATION TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMUNITY (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    B-10 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-049 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING CITY OF NORTH MIAMI BEACH COMMISSIONER DANIELA JEAN (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE

  • MATTHEW SABATELLA, VOCALIST FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS, DIVISION OF ACADEMICS PERFORMING, \u201cWE SHALL NOT BE MOVED/THIS LITTLE LIGHT OF MINE\u201d.

    • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 15, 2024
    • ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION OF MAY 22, 2024

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

     

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    C-1

    REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2024-2025 COMPREHENSIVE EVIDENCE - BASED READING PLAN (CERP)

    C-2

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH SIX COMMUNITY AGENCIES TO OPERATE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,526,931.00 EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2024, THROUGH JUNE 30, 2025, CONTINGENT UPON APPROVAL OF THE 2024-2025 DISTRICT BUDGET

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF: 1. PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1180 2. APPOINTMENT OF PERSONNEL FOR 2024-2025

    D-21 

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2023-2024 AND JOB DESCRIPTION(S) (REVISED)

    D-22 

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING AUTHORIZING EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL WAIVERS TO SUPPORT THE IMPLEMENTATION OF SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS

    D-23 

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION (FLDOE) FOR APPROVAL: 1. CONTINUATION OF THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS\u2019 (M-DCPS) ADD-ON CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS FOR THE GIFTED AND AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDER (ASD) ENDORSEMENTS 2. ADDITION OF PROFESSIONAL LEARNING COMPONENTS TO THE DISTRICT\u2019S PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG\u2019S (PLC) MASTER PLAN FOR IN-SERVICE EDUCATION; AND 3. CONTINUATION OF THE M-DCPS PROFESSIONAL LEARNING CATALOG (2024-2029) TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

    D-55 

    1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
    2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

    D-64 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 8510, WELLNESS POLICY

    D-65

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF FOUR CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS (REVISED)

    D-67

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY, 5120, STUDENT SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT AND ATTENDANCE BOUNDARY COMMITTEE (REVISED 2)

    D-68

    EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING APRIL 2024

    E-2

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBER TRAVEL (IN-STATE AND OUTSIDE OF THE STATE) (REVISED)

    E-3

    ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE WRITE-OFF REQUEST

    E-14 

    AUTHORIZATION OF EXPENDITURES EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2024, UNTIL THE FY 2024-25 TENTATIVE BUDGET IS ADOPTED

    E-66 

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO RENEW EXISTING COVERAGES INCLUDING CATASTROPHIC ATHLETIC ACCIDENT COVERAGE, LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, EXCESS WORKERS\u2019 COMPENSATION INSURANCE, GENERAL/AUTOMOBILE/PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE, BOILER AND MACHINERY COVERAGE, CYBER LIABILITY COVERAGE, MEDIA LIABILITY COVERAGE, AND STUDENT PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

    E-86 

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

    E-87 

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE HEAD START PROGRAM

    E-88 

    AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS FOR THREE COMMUNITY - BASED ORGANIZATIONS (CBOs)

    E-89 

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT - FOLLOW UP AUDIT OF THE DISTRICT\u2019S CONSTRUCTION WARRANTY PROCESS

    E-141

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-011-MJ \u2013 BULK FUEL

    E-142

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-023-PM \u2013 ELECTRIC CLOCKS, INTERCOM SYSTEMS, TIME STAMP MACHINE PARTS & SUPPLIES \u2013 MANUFACTURER DISCOUNT

    E-143

    AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-22-029-VF \u2013 ADULT EDUCATION SERVICES

    E-144

    AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-23-001-VF - PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SERVICES FOR NON-PUBLIC SCHOOLS

    E-145

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-21-014-TA \u2013 FENCE AND GATES, FURNISH AND INSTALL

    E-146

    AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-23-004-CM - GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) END OF PROGRAM AUDIT

    E-147

    AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-23-005-VF - MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES (REVISED 2)

    E-201 REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION




    F-26

    COMMISSION OF WOLFBERG ALVAREZ AND PARTNERS, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR A NEW ADDITION AT MARINE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (MAST) AT FIU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS - PHASE II, (A PARTIAL REUSE OF THE NEW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL PROTOTYPE FOR MAST AT FIU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL BISCAYNE BAY CAMPUS), PROJECT NUMBER 02299100

    F-27

    AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE ARCHITECTURAL/ENGINEERING PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (A/EPC) SHELTERED MARKET - MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISE AGREEMENT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED

    F-28

    AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE CONSTRUCTION MANAGER AT-RISK MISCELLANEOUS (CMR-M) SHELTERED MARKET - SMALL/MICRO BUSINESS ENTERPRISES AGREEMENT FOR PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED

    F-29

    AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE-YEAR EXTENSION OF THE SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSULTANTS (SPC) - STRUCTURAL, MECHANICAL, AND ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS AGREEMENT FOR MISCELLANEOUS PROJECTS WITH CONSTRUCTION BUDGETS UP TO $2.0 MILLION EACH, UNDER THE SAME TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND FEES AS THE ORIGINAL AGREEMENT, AS AMENDED

    F-40 

    CHANGE ORDER APPROVAL

    F-41

    CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION

    F-42

    AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO J.R.T CONSTRUCTION, CO., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT SEMINOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01618200

    F-70

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 7460, CONSERVATION OF NATURAL AND MATERIAL RESOURCES

    F-71

    PARTNERSHIP WITH THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY CONSULTING

    F-80

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICY 6424, PURCHASING CARDS

    G-2 

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 8400, HEALTH AND SAFETY ISSUES, AND 8453, CONTROL OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

    G-3 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 7540, COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY AND NETWORKS, 7540.01, TECHNOLOGY PRIVACY, & 7540.02, DISTRICT WEB CONTENT, SERVICES AND APPS, AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 7540.03, STUDENT RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS & INTERNET SAFETY; 7540.04, STAFF RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS; 7540.05, STAFF ELECTRONIC MAIL; 7540.06, STUDENT ELECTRONIC MAIL; & 7540.07, INSTRUCTIONAL MOBILE DEVICES

    G-5 

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

    G-6 

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 2340, FIELD AND OTHER DISTRICT-SPONSORED TRIPS, AND 8640, TRANSPORTATION FOR FIELD AND OTHER DISTRICT-SPONSORED TRIPS

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-3 

    ENCOURAGE THE SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS TO UTILIZE THE DISTRICT\u2019S COMMUNICATION RESOURCES TO RAISE COMMUNITY AWARENESS OF FLORIDA\u2019S BACK-TO-SCHOOL SALES TAX HOLIDAY, FROM JULY 29, 2024, THROUGH AUGUST 11, 2024 (REVISED)

    H-4 

    COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS OF STUDENT MENTAL HEALTH DATA (REVISED)

    H-5 

    ENHANCING CONSTRUCTION-RELATED CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION COURSE OFFERINGS (REVISED)

    H-6 

    HYBRID CITIZENS\u2019 ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETINGS (REVISED 2)

    H-7 

    NAME, IMAGE, AND LIKENESS (NIL) IN INTERSCHOLASTIC SPORTS IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    06.18.24



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    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.* Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    June 18, 2024
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, June 10, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, JUNE 14, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

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    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    JUNE 26, 2024 - ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION - 9:30 A.M.
    SBAB \u2013 CONFERENCE ROOM 726

     

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section\u00a0 \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

     

    The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

     

     

    9:30 A.M.

    School Board Administration Building, Conference Room 726

      
    CALL TO ORDER

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION

    June 26, 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Renaissance Charter School, Inc., The Downtown Miami Charter School, Inc., and The Florida Charter Educational Foundation, Inc. v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Circuit Court Case No.: 2024-003316-CA-01. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair, Ms. Monica Colucci, Vice-Chair, Mr. Roberto J. Alonso, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Mary Blanco, Mr. Danny Espino, Dr. Steve Gallon III, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, General Counsel, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Mr. Robert S. Galbo, and Mr. Frank Sanchez. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately two (2) hours. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Florida Statutes

     

    ADJOURNMENT

    06.26.2024  \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

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    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA
    GIVES PUBLIC
    NOTICE THAT ON:

    June 26, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., at the School Board Administration Building, 1450 N.E. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida 33132, the School Board will have an attorney-client session to discuss the following pending case: Renaissance Charter School, Inc., The Downtown Miami Charter School, Inc., and The Florida Charter Educational Foundation, Inc. v. The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, Circuit Court Case No.: 2024-003316-CA-01. The open segment of the meeting and the attorney-client session will take place in Conference Room 726. The persons attending the attorney-client session are School Board Members, Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair, Ms. Monica Colucci, Vice-Chair, Mr. Roberto J. Alonso, Ms. Lucia Baez-Geller, Dr. Dorothy Bendross-Mindingall, Ms. Mary Blanco, Mr. Danny Espino, Dr. Steve Gallon III, and Ms. Luisa Santos; Superintendent of Schools, Dr. Jose L. Dotres; attorneys representing the School Board, Mr. Walter J. Harvey, General Counsel, and attorneys Mr. Luis M. Garcia, Mr. Henry Suarez, Mr. Robert S. Galbo, and Mr. Frank Sanchez. It is anticipated that this meeting will take approximately two (2) hours. This meeting and the attorney-client session will be conducted in accordance with the provisions of section 286.011, Fla. Stat.

    " }, { "id": "BD_07242024_RM", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-07-24 11:00:00", "meetingType": "Regular Board Meeting", "innerHTML": "
    ⌃

    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    JULY 24, 2024 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 15, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 22, 2024.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for iew on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

     

    10:55 A.M.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting. 

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Before that time, an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-2

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-052 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT OF MS. SIGILENDA (SIGI) MILES, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, FINGERPRINT UNIT, AFTER 35 YEARS OF DEDICATED AND COMMITTED SERVICE TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

    B-3

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-050 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DISTRICT 9 SUPPORT PROGRAMS (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    B-4

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-051 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING MR. JAMES LOUIS WEIR, WORLD WAR II VETERAN (REVISED 2)

    B-5

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-053 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING METRIS BATTS-COLEY: A CHAMPION OF SOCIAL SERVICES, COMMUNITY ADVOCACY, AND CULTURAL EMPOWERMENT (REVISED)

    B-6

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-054 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING THE STANLEY CUP CHAMPION FLORIDA PANTHERS (REPLACEMENT- WITHDRAWN)

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE


  • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    • REGULAR SCHOOL BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF JUNE 18, 2024
    • ATTORNEY-CLIENT SESSION OF JUNE 26, 2024

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

     

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    C-1

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF 2024-2025 MENTAL HEALTH ASSISTANCE ALLOCATION PLAN

    C-2

    COMPLAINT FOR NON-STATE OR NON-DISTRICT ADOPTED MATERIALS CASE NUMBER 2223-CUWL35 (GOOD CAUSE)

    C-100

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENT OF BOARD POLICY 2460, EXCEPTIONAL STUDENT EDUCATION

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1181

    D-21

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2024-2025 (REVISED)

    D-55

    RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION (REVISED)

    D-64

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 8510, WELLNESS POLICY

    D-65

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF TWO CHARTER SCHOOL CONTRACT AMENDMENTS (REVISED)

    D-66

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE, CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT ELEMENTARY, AND CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT SECONDARY

    D-68

    EXPULSION AND ASSIGNMENT OF STUDENTS TO ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL PROGRAM

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-1

    MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE PERIOD ENDING MAY 2024

    E-14

    AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE PROPOSED MILLAGE LEVIES FOR FY 2024-25

    E-36

    APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION 24-042 AUTHORIZING AND PROVIDING FOR THE ISSUANCE OF UP TO $450,000,000 TAX ANTICIPATION NOTES, SERIES 2024

    E-141

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-019-VF - DELIVERY OF TESTING MATERIALS

    E-142

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-031-JS \u2013 COPY PAPER

    E-143

    REJECT REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-22-028-VF- APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING PROGRAMS AND AUTHORIZE DIRECT CONTRACTING

    E-144

    AWARD INVITATION TO NEGOTIATE NO. ITN-23-017-CM \u2013 SAP HUMAN RESOURCES/ PAYROLL MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT SERVICES

    E-145

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-008-MF \u2013 STUDENT LAPTOPS

    E-146

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-022-PM \u2013 CHILLER SERVICE CONTRACT (REVISED)

    E-201

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

  • Supplemental
    •

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION


    F-1

    RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM LINCOLN GARDENS ELDERLY, LLC, FOR AN EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 2425 NW 46 STREET, MIAMI FLORIDA 33142

    F-2

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG KL LB BUY 1 LLC AND LENNAR HOMES, LLC (THE \u201cAPPLICANT\u201d), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND THE CITY OF FLORIDA CITY, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 521 SINGLE-FAMILY ATTACHED UNITS RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT (REVISED)

    F-3

    AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH SOUTH FLORIDA AUTISM CHARTER SCHOOL, INC. (\u201cSFACS\u201d), A DISTRICT-MANAGED CHARTER SCHOOL, FOR USE BY SFACS OF CLASSROOMS AND ANCILLARY FACILITIES AT ROBERT RUSSA MOTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, TO OPERATE A SECOND CAMPUS

    F-5

    SCALING PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (MDCPS) AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (PHCD) (WITHDRAWN)

    F-41

    AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO JCI INTERNATIONAL, INC., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) NEW BUILDING ADDITION AND RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT HIALEAH GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01540500

    F-70

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO BOARD POLICY 7460, CONSERVATION OF NATURAL AND MATERIAL RESOURCES

    F-80

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 7540, COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY AND NETWORKS, 7540.01, TECHNOLOGY PRIVACY, & 7540.02, DISTRICT WEB CONTENT, SERVICES AND APPS, AND AMENDMENTS TO POLICIES 7540.03, STUDENT RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS & INTERNET SAFETY; 7540.04, STAFF RESPONSIBLE USE OF TECHNOLOGY, SOCIAL MEDIA, AND DISTRICT NETWORK SYSTEMS; 7540.05, STAFF ELECTRONIC MAIL; 7540.06, STUDENT ELECTRONIC MAIL; & 7540.07, INSTRUCTIONAL MOBILE DEVICES

    G-2

    FINAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 6320, PURCHASING

    G-3

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED REPEAL AND REPLACEMENT OF SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 7530.01, STAFF USE OF WIRELESS COMMUNICATION DEVICES (REVISED)

    G-4

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES 8405, SCHOOL SAFETY, 8410, EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT, PREPAREDNESS & RESPONSE, AND 1210, 3210, & 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT

    G-5

    INITIAL READING: PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO SCHOOL BOARD BYLAWS 0164, NOTICE OF MEETINGS, & 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS, AND POLICY 6233, DISTRICT BUDGETS

    G-6

    PROVISION OF LEGAL REPRESENTATION FOR THE FOLLOWING MATTER: PAOLO CARDO PERON V. CARLOS ORTIZ AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI DADE-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, CASE NO. 2024-CA-009962-CA 01

    G-7

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. COLUMBA C. OKPALA DOAH CASE NO. 23-3507TTS

    G-8

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. FRANK MARION DOAH CASE NO. 23-3505TTS

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-1

    REVIEW OF SAFETY AND SECURITY PROCEDURES, PROTOCOLS, TRAININGS AND PUBLIC INFORMATION CAMPAIGNS (REVISED-GOOD CAUSE)

    H-3

    SCREEN TIME EFFECTS (REVISED 2)

    H-4

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2024 AS NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

    H-5

    FEASIBILITY OF OPENING A GEORGE T. BAKER AVIATION TECHNICAL COLLEGE AT MIAMI EXECUTIVE AIRPORT (WITHDRAWN)

    H-6

    ADDRESSING THE IMPACT OF FOREIGN STUDENT INFLUX (REVISED)

    H-8

    HONORING MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS RETIREES (REVISED)

    H-9

    VIOLENCE COMMITTED AGAINST PEACEFUL PUBLIC EXPRESSION (REVISED -GOOD CAUSE)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    07.24.24



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    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.* Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    July 24, 2024
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, July 15, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., MONDAY, JULY 22, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

    " }, { "id": "BD_07312024_BW", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-07-31 15:30:00", "meetingType": "Board Workshop", "innerHTML": "

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    REVISED OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    JULY 31, 2024       SCHOOL BOARD WORKSHOP   3:30-4:30 P.M.
    SBAB \u2013 Conference Room 726


    PURPOSE: To discuss metal detectors.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 3:30 p.m., July 24, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

     

     

     

    3:30 P.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

     

     

    MOMENT OF SILENCE

     

     

    OPENING REMARKS

    Dr. Jose L. Dotres,
    Superintendent of Schools

     

    OBJECTIVES OF THE WORKSHOP


    Mr. Luis Diaz
    Chief Operating Officer

    Mr. Ivan Silva
    Chief of Police


    Selected Cabinet Members

     

    DISCUSSION

    School Board Members

     

    ADJOURNMENT\u00a0

    Ms. Mari Tere Rojas, Chair

     

      

     

    07/31/2024
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    ANNOUNCEMENT

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces
    in accordance with the Policies of the Board,
    A Board Workshop
    July 31, 2024
    3:30 P.M. \u2013 4:30 P.M.
    School Board Administration Building
    Suite #726
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: : To discuss metal detectors.\u00a0 A copy of the workshop agenda will be made available by 3:30 p.m., July 24, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N. E. Second Avenue, Miami, Florida, 33132. \u00a0\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view or read the Closed Captioning of the School Board Workshop by visiting https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information/ and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    " }, { "id": "BD_07312024_PH", "publish": "true", "datetime": "2024-07-31 18:00:00", "meetingType": "Budget Public Hearing", "innerHTML": "

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

     

    JULY 31, 2024 - FIRST BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING - 6:00 P.M


    PURPOSE: To conduct the First Budget Public Hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 property tax millage rate and budget. A copy of the agenda will be available by 4:00 p.m., July 24, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the First Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 30, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing.


    The published agenda is available for review on the Internet [http:/www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

    6:00 P.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

    AGENDA ITEMS\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0

    SP-1

    TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF MILLAGE LEVY RESOLUTION FOR FY 2024-25

    SP-2

    TENTATIVE ADOPTION OF THE FY 2024-25 BUDGET

    NOTE: AGENDA ITEMS SP-1 AND SP-2 WILL BE VOTED ON BY THE BOARD FOLLOWING THE BUDGET PUBLIC HEARING

     

     

    ADJOURNMENT


    07.31.24



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    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces the
    First Budget Public Hearing, in accordance with Florida law and Board Policies, to which all persons are invited:

    July 31, 2024
    6:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To conduct the First Public Hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 property tax millage rate and budget. A copy of the agenda will be available by 4:00 p.m., July 24, 2024, Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. \u00a0The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard under the Published Agendas button in the navigation on the left side of the page. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, call 305-995-1128. PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK at the First Budget Public Hearing should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 12:00 P.M., TUESDAY, JULY 30, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with \u00a7\u00a7 200.065 and 1011.03, Florida Statutes, a more detailed advertisement will be published prior to the public hearing.

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    AGENDA SECTIONS



    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

    Miami, Florida

     

    OFFICIAL AGENDA

    AUGUST 13, 2024 - REGULAR BOARD MEETING - 11:00 A.M.
    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING*

    (Following the conclusion of the regular agenda, but no later than approximately 6:30 P.M.)


    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, Office of the General Counsel, and other pertinent matters.\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 5, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page.\u00a0\u00a0 A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2024.\u00a0 A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m.\u00a0 The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda.\u00a0 The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member's request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation.\u00a0 However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting.\u00a0 Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal.\u00a0 Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section \u00a71001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

    The published agenda is also available for iew on the Internet [http://www.dadeschools.net].

     

    Speakers Supplemental List for the general meeting will generally be posted prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click the button below.

     

     

    10:55 A.M.

    INVOCATION AS PROVIDED IN BOARD POLICY 0165*

    *Any invocation that may be offered before the official start of the regular School Board meeting is and shall be the voluntary offering of a private citizen to and for the benefit of the School Board pursuant to School Board Policy 0165. The views and beliefs expressed by the Invocation Speaker have not been previously viewed or approved by the School Board. Nor are the views or beliefs expressed intended to express allegiance to or preference for any particular religion, denomination, faith, creed, or belief system of or by the School Board. No person in attendance at this meeting is or shall be required to participate in any invocation and such decision whether or not to participate will have no impact on any meeting attendee\u2019s right to actively participate in the public meeting. 

    11:00 A.M.

    CALL TO ORDER

    PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

    MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

    Pursuant to its Policies, proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m. Before that time, an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings. Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited. The Superintendent\u2019s Special Orders shall follow the Board Member presentations.

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with Policies of the Board, at 1:00 p.m.


    B-3

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-055 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNITION OF SERVICE FOR DR. JOHN D. PACE III (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    B-4

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-056 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING DR. JOHN PACE III FOR HIS OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED-REPLACEMENT 2)

    B-5

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-057 OF THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, RECOGNIZING OPENING OF SCHOOLS COMMUNITY SUPPORTERS (REVISED-REPLACEMENT)

    STUDENT PERFORMANCE


  • SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS

    DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

    CONSENT AGENDA

    APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

    APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

    B.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements *
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE “H” ITEMS)

    SUPERINTENDENT’S SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS (11:00 A.M.)

    A., C. THROUGH G. ADMINISTRATION’S NEW BUSINESS ITEMS AND THE OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL'S ITEMS

    A.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

    \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 (ITEMS WILL BE HEARD AT APPROXIMATELY 5:00 P.M.)

    C.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    D.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    E.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0 FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    F.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    H.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Proposed Board Member Initiatives
    • Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Correspondence, Reports and Other Information (Pre-Taped Items)

    REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS AND/OR SPEAKERS TO CONSENT AGENDA ITEMS WILL BE HEARD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE BOARD POLICY. THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL BEGIN NO LATER THAN APPROXIMATELY 6:30 P.M.\u00a0 THE CHAIR MAY BEGIN CALLING SPEAKERS WHO ARE PRESENT IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE CONCLUSION OF THE REGULAR AGENDA.\u00a0 THE PUBLIC HEARING SHALL NOT CONCLUDE BEFORE 4:30 P.M., UNLESS ALL OF THE SPEAKERS SIGNED UP TO SPEAK ARE PRESENT AND HAVE BEEN GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO SPEAK.\u00a0

    \u00a0

    A.   SUPERINTENDENT\u2019S PRIORITY ITEMS

     

    B.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    • Board Member Announcements*
    • Resolutions and Recognitions (11:00 a.m.)

    (*ANNOUNCEMENTS WILL BE HEARD AT THE CONCLUSION OF THE \u201cH\u201d ITEMS)

    C.   ACADEMICS, INNOVATION, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

    C-1

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

    C-2

    REQUEST TO SCHEDULE THE INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS PUBLIC HEARING

    D.   PERSONNEL, STUDENT, SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

    D-20

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1182

    D-21

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2024-2025 AND JOB DESCRIPTION(S) (REVISED)

    D-55

    1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION
    2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTIONPENDING APPEAL (REVISED)

    D-64

    REQUEST FOR YEARLY APPROVAL OF OUT-OF-COUNTY/OUT-OF-STATE TRIPS FOR THE 2024-2025 SCHOOL YEAR

    D-65

    REQUEST SCHOOL BOARD APPROVAL OF AMENDMENTS TO THREE SCHOOL OF HOPE PERFORMANCE-BASED AGREEMENTS

    E.   FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND GOVERNMENT RELATIONS

    E-86

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

    E-87

    OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS\u2019 2024-2025 AUDIT PLAN

    E-88

    INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT \u2013 AUDIT OF THE PURCHASING CARD (P-CARD) PROCESS AT NON-SCHOOL SITE DEPARTMENTS (OTHER THAN SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS AND THEIR DIRECT REPORTS)

    E-89

    THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA - RSM US LLP\u2019s FY 2024 OVERVIEW OF AUDIT STRATEGY FOR THE YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2024

    E-106

    REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE BOARD MEETING SCHEDULE FOR 2025

    E-141

    APPROVAL AND AUTHORIZATION TO PUBLISH THE SOLICITATION OF THE UNSOLICITED PROPOSAL \u2013 AGAPE NETWORK, INC. AT WINGS PROPERTY LOCATED AT 11000 SW 220 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA (REVISED)

    E-142

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-052-TA \u2013 POWER LAWN EQUIPMENT PART 2

    E-143

    REQUEST APPROVAL OF SUPPLEMENTAL AWARD ON INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-22-010-CM \u2013 NETWORK CONNECTIVITY

    E-144

    AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-23-010-VF \u2013 SPEECH AND LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY SERVICES AND EVALUATIONS

    E-201

    REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT

     

    F.   FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION


    F-1

    AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO FINALIZE NEGOTIATIONS AND EXECUTE AN \u2018AGREEMENT TO GRANT EASEMENTS\u2019 WITH NORTH BAY VILLAGE, FLORIDA (\u201cVILLAGE\u201d), TO PROVIDE FOR THE BOARD TO GRANT ONE OR MORE EASEMENTS TO THE VILLAGE ASPART OF THE VILLAGE\u2019S ONGOING PROJECT TO MODIFY A PORTION OF ITS SEWER LINE LOCATED ON THE CAMPUS OF TREASURE ISLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, AND FOR THE CHAIR AND SECRETARY TO EXECUTE TEMPORARY AND PERMANENT EASEMENT AGREEMENTS WITH THE VILLAGE FOR THE SUBJECT PARCELS

    F-2

    FINALIZE DUE DILIGENCE AND AGREEMENTS BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (\u201cMDCPS\u201d) AND MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (\u201cPHCD\u201d) (WITHDRAWN)

    F-41

    AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO LEGO CONSTRUCTION, CO., FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND (GOB) RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT GLADES MIDDLE SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01613700

    F-42

    AWARD TO M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE NEW ADDITION AND RENOVATION PROJECT AT JOHN I SMITH K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 02187100

    F-80

    AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

    G.   OFFICE OF THE GENERAL COUNSEL

    G-1

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. ELVA RINGS DOAH CASE NO. 23-4899TTS

    H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    Proposed Board Member Initiatives

    H-3

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF “ETHICAL GOVERNANCE DAY 2024” IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) ON OCTOBER 23, 2024, SPONSORED BY THE MIAMI-DADE COUNTY COMMISSION ON ETHICS AND PUBLIC TRUST (REVISED)

    H-4

    SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH IN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS FROM SEPTEMBER 15, 2024, THROUGH OCTOBER 15, 2024 (REVISED)

    H-5

    COMBATING ANTISEMITISM (REVISED)

    H-6

    MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT AND CELEBRATION OF OCTOBER 2024 AS NATIONAL PRINCIPALS MONTH (REVISED)

    Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

    I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

    I-1

    CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

    Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public. \u00a0This item is pre-taped and will be aired upon conclusion of the Board meeting.

    \u00a0

     

    ADJOURNMENT
    08.13.24



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    Pursuant to its Policies, The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida announces that proposed Board member resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations will be presented at 11:00 a.m.* Upon vote being taken, the Board will recess to present the approved resolutions, endorsements, and proclamations, to which all persons are invited:

    The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, announces a
    REGULAR BOARD MEETING
    August 13, 2024
    11:00 A.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    The Board will then reconvene the regular public meeting, including other hearings, in accordance with the Policies of the Board, to which all persons are invited:

    1:00 P.M.
    School Board Auditorium
    1450 N.E. Second Avenue
    Miami, Florida  33132

    PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, General Counsel, and other pertinent matters. A copy of the agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 5, 2024. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/ under the Published Agendas link in the navigation on the left side of the page. \u00a0\u00a0A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue.\u00a0 For further information, telephone 305-995-1128.\u00a0 PERSONS WISHING TO SPEAK TO AN AGENDA ITEM listed for this meeting and/or the REGULAR PUBLIC HEARING should submit a written request to the Superintendent of Schools, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue, Room 102, Miami, Florida 33132 or via-email, request4appearance@dadeschools.net, NO LATER THAN 4:30 P.M., FRIDAY, AUGUST 9, 2024. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by the Board with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

    The public hearing shall begin no later than approximately 6:30 p.m. The Chair may begin calling speakers who are present immediately following the conclusion of the regular agenda. The public hearing shall not conclude before 4:30 p.m., unless all of the speakers signed up to speak are present and have been given the opportunity to speak.

    Under extraordinary circumstances, the Board may approve an individual Board member’s request to access, participate in, and to vote at this meeting utilizing communications media technology.

    The public may view\u00a0 or read the Closed Captioning of the Regular School Board Meeting and Public Hearing which can be found by accessing https://www3.dadeschools.net/SchoolBoard/information and clicking on the Web Simulcast button in the navigation on the left side of the page.

    *Before 11:00 a.m., an invocation may be delivered by a member of the public in accordance with Policy 0165, Public Meetings.

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