Pittsburg Unified School District public meetings in 2020
37 substantive meetings from 2020, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board held a special meeting to administer oaths to newly elected and re-elected trustees, reorganize board officers, and approve routine annual items. The board selected Duane Smith as President, approved the 2021 meeting calendar, and authorized a $1.6 million request for proposals to replace district wireless access points.
- Resolution 20-18: Duane Smith elected Board President, George Miller Vice President
- Resolution 20-17: Yearly Authorizations and signature levels for 2021
- Authorization to issue RFP for replacing wireless access points, $1,600,000
- Acceptance of $250,000 CTEIG grant amendment for ROP classes
- Adoption of 2021 Board Meeting Calendar
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with closed session items, recognitions, and public comments. Key discussion items include a distance learning and health update, and several proposed contracts and agreements, including a $250,000 CTE grant amendment, a $155,000 mental health contract, and a $150,000 math tutoring MOU. The board will also consider a sunshine proposal from the teachers' association and an RFP for increased internet bandwidth.
- Acceptance of $250,000 CTEIG grant amendment with CCCOE
- Renewal of $155,000 contract with Contra Costa County Mental Health
- MOU with Blueprint Schools for $150,000 math tutoring at three junior highs
- PEA sunshine proposal for 2020-2023 successor contract
- Authorization to issue RFP for increased WAN and internet bandwidth
Budget Sub-Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Budget Sub-Committee is meeting virtually to discuss financial items, including an update on the Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRAN) application, a draft of the First Interim 2020-2021 budget, and a review of budget actions from the 2019-2020 school year. Public comments are also scheduled.
- Update on Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRAN) application
- Draft of First Interim 2020-2021 School Year budget
- Review of Budget Action from 2019-2020 School Year
Facilities Sub-Committee
The Facilities Sub-Committee met via teleconference on December 1, 2020, to discuss information regarding the Facilities Master Plan and various construction projects. The agenda included updates on the Parkside ES Campus Replacement, PHS Tennis Court Modernization, and emergency safety work at Highlands ES. No specific decisions, votes, or dollar amounts were listed in the agenda text.
- Facilities Master Plan discussion
- Parkside ES Campus Replacement Project update
- PHS Tennis Court Modernization Project update
- Highlands ES Wall - Emergency Safety Work update
- Los Medanos ES & Hillview JHS Projects update
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with closed session items on personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation, followed by an open session. Key discussion items include an update on distance learning and a potential timeline for returning to in-person/hybrid instruction, with action planned at the December 9 meeting. The board will also consider renewing a $450,000 contract with Contra Costa County Mental Health for school-based services, and review a new parcel tax policy.
- Discussion on distance learning update and timeline for in-person/hybrid learning
- Renewal of contract with Contra Costa County Mental Health for $450,000 for 2020-2021 school year
- New Board Policy (BP 3471) on parcel tax for review
- Presentation on school crossing guards
- Recognition of Pedro Mayorga with the Annual Equity Award
Parcel Tax Oversight Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Parcel Tax Oversight Committee is meeting to review the parcel tax budget, discuss ongoing needs, and consider committee membership and future meeting dates. The agenda includes public comments and an overview, but no specific decisions or dollar amounts are listed.
- Public comments
- Overview of parcel tax
- Summary of budget
- Discussion of ongoing needs
- Discussion of committee membership and future meeting date
Budget Sub-Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Budget Sub-Committee is meeting virtually to discuss cash deferrals and Tax and Revenue Anticipation Notes (TRAN). The agenda includes public comments and a report by Mr. Haria on these financial topics. No decisions are listed; the meeting is for information and discussion.
- Discussion of cash deferrals and Tax and Anticipation Notes (TRAN) led by Mr. Haria
- Public comments period
- Virtual meeting via Zoom
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and potential litigation. In open session, the board will receive updates on distance learning and health conditions, review School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA), and consider several action items including a $115,560 contract for a psychologist and a $11,749.50 field trip for Parkside Elementary. The board will also discuss a resolution for 100% graduation rate and next steps for an ethnic studies advisory committee.
- Contract with AgentHR, Inc. for $115,560 for a psychologist to cover overdue assessments
- Overnight field trip to Silver Spur for Parkside Elementary 5th graders, $11,749.50
- Discussion of Board resolution for 100% graduation rate
- Discussion of joint letter with other counties for increased educational funding
- Follow-up on Board Committee for Advancing Tolerance and Understanding (Resolution #20-14)
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and potential litigation, followed by an open session. Key items include a presentation on distance learning, updates on school resource officers, and discussions on state cash deferrals and the draft budget balancing process for 2021-2022. The board will also consider accepting grants and renewing a memorandum of understanding for student support services.
- Acceptance of $45,360 grant and MOU with Contra Costa Workforce Collaborative for Pittsburg Adult Education Center
- Renewal of $44,600 MOU with Family Purpose for services at Stoneman Elementary and Pittsburg High School
- Presentation on School Resource Officers program and arrest data
- Discussion on state cash deferrals and draft budget balancing process for 2021-2022
- Acceptance of $3,000 grant from Special Olympics Northern California
Budget Sub-Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Budget Sub-Committee is meeting virtually to discuss cash deferrals. The agenda includes public comments and a report on cash deferrals, but no decisions are listed.
- Discussion of cash deferrals (Mr. Haria)
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board held a special meeting on October 7, 2020, to discuss and act on key items. The board voted to keep the district in distance learning through the end of the semester, and received updates on ethnic studies work without taking action. Public comments were also heard.
- Approved recommendation to remain in distance learning through end of semester (motion carried 5-0)
- Discussion on ethnic studies resolutions and district work, no action taken
- Public comments limited to 30 minutes for items not on agenda
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with closed session items including personnel, labor negotiations, and a student readmission case. In open session, the board will receive updates on distance learning, counseling plans, and summer programs, and consider authorizing a new Project Labor Agreement and a lease-leaseback contract for modular projects. The board will also vote on the Personnel Action Report and readmission case #20-01.
- Approve Personnel Action Report (motion carried 5-0)
- Approve readmission from expulsion case #20-01 (motion carried 5-0)
- Discuss distance learning update including health conditions and enrollment
- Authorize negotiation of new Project Labor Agreement (current one from 2004)
- Authorize lease-leaseback contract for modular projects
Budget Sub-Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Budget Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the district's budget. They will review the multi-year projections, the budget balancing process, and cash deferrals. The meeting also includes public comments and planning for future meetings.
- Review of Multi-Year Projections (MYP)
- Budget Balancing Process
- Cash Deferrals
- Calendar for Future Meetings
- Public Comments
Facilities Sub-Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting via teleconference to discuss and receive updates on various facilities projects, including the Facilities Master Plan, a board workshop, and multiple construction and maintenance projects. The agenda is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes or decisions listed. Items include updates on school projects, COVID-19 related work, and purchasing of PPE.
- Facilities Master Plan discussion
- Parkside ES Campus Replacement Project update
- PHS CAB & Old Boys Roof Restoration Project
- Rancho Medanos JHS Soil Settlement Mitigation Project update
- Highlands ES Wall - Emergency Safety Work
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will discuss the start of the school year in distance learning, a presentation on ethnic studies, and the possibility of district employees performing crossing guard work. They will also consider accepting a $408,408 grant and renewing a $1,924,875.42 contract for speech and language services.
- Discussion on starting school in distance learning
- Presentation on ethnic studies by Pittsburg Educators for Racial Justice
- Discussion on crossing guards, including a proposed contract with All City Management Services at $23.08/hour
- Acceptance of $408,408 in CTEIG-K12SWP grants
- Renewal of $1,924,875.42 contract with The Speech Pathology Group
Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee is meeting to receive updates on various bond-funded construction projects, including new construction, modernization, and HVAC replacement. The agenda includes a discussion on the impact of the coronavirus on these projects. No decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily informational.
- Parkside ES New Construction Project Update
- PHS Tennis Court Modernization & Lighting Project
- Highlands ES HVAC Replacement Project Update
- Hillview JHS Modernization &/or New Construction Project
- Coronavirus Impact on Bond Projects
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board held a special meeting to discuss and vote on options for reopening schools in fall 2020. The board approved a motion to review options, including starting with full-time distance learning or a hybrid schedule. They also received updates on health conditions in Contra Costa County and discussed hybrid scheduling models.
- Approved motion to review options for opening schools (full-time distance learning vs. hybrid schedule)
- Received update on health conditions in Contra Costa County and reopening stages
- Discussed hybrid scheduling models from July 8 Board Workshop
- Public comments accepted via email before 4:30 PM
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board is holding a workshop to hear recommendations from an advisory committee and subcommittees on reopening schools, and to discuss potential scenarios. The board will also meet in closed session to discuss personnel, labor negotiations, and potential litigation. The meeting is being held remotely due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with public comment accepted via email.
- Closed session to discuss employment, labor negotiations, and potential litigation (OCR Complaint No. 09-19-1295)
- Board workshop on opening schools, including recommendations from advisory committees
- Approval of the Personnel Action Report (motion carried 4-0, Arenivar not present)
- Public comment accepted via email before 5:30 PM on meeting day
- Next regular board meeting scheduled for July 22, 2020
Facilities Sub-Committee
The Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting to receive information and discuss various district projects. The agenda includes updates on campus replacements, roof restorations, and safety work.
- Parkside ES Campus Replacement Project update
- PHS CAB & Old Boys Roof Restoration Project update
- Rancho Medanos JHS Soil Settlement Mitigation Project update
- PHS Tennis Court Modernization Project update
- Highlands ES Wall emergency safety work
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2020-2021 budget, as required by state law, and discuss plans for reopening schools amid COVID-19. The board will also receive updates on COVID-19 operations, including a written report required by executive order, and consider re-approving school plans for student achievement. Several items are routine or procedural, such as personnel actions and closed session reports.
- Public hearing on 2020-2021 proposed district budget
- Discussion of potential scenarios for re-opening schools in fall
- Update on COVID-19 school closure activities (remote learning, food services, child care)
- Re-approval of School Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) for 13 sites, with Title I funds used for technology
- English Language Arts textbook adoption for high schools (English I-IV)
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board is reviewing updates on COVID-19 school closures, including distance learning survey results and potential scenarios for re-opening schools in the fall. The agenda includes a presentation on the 2020-21 Governor's May Revised State Budget Message. The Board will also consider contracts for mental health services and educational software, as well as new course descriptions for Pittsburg High School.
- Contract with Lincoln Families Mental Health for 2020-21 school year totaling $735,000 ($435,000 General Ed, $300,000 Special Ed)
- Agreement with Illuminate Education for data and assessment platform for 2020-21 school year
- Agreement with Aeries Software for 2020-21 school year
- Approval of new Pittsburg High School courses: Mandarin 3, Autonomous Vehicles, Marching Band Pre-Season Conditioning, and Intro to Barbering
- Discussion of planning process and potential scenarios for re-opening schools
Facilities Sub-Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting by teleconference to discuss and receive updates on various facilities projects, including the Parkside ES campus replacement, Highland ES HVAC replacement, Rancho Medanos JHS soil settlement mitigation, PHS tennis court modernization, and emergency safety work at Highlands ES. They will also discuss the Facilities Master Plan, a board workshop, and COVID-19 responses. The meeting is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes listed.
- Parkside ES Campus Replacement Project - plaque and portables
- Highland ES HVAC Replacement Project update
- Rancho Medanos JHS Soil Settlement Mitigation Project
- PHS Tennis Court Modernization Project
- Highlands ES Wall - Emergency Safety Work
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting, largely conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with closed session items on personnel, labor negotiations, and potential litigation. In open session, the board will receive updates on COVID-19 school closures, discuss the implementation of a credit/no-credit grading policy for spring 2020, and consider several action items including a $1.5 million food bid authorization and a $178,355 change order for the Parkside Elementary construction project.
- Discussion of spring 2020 grading policy: Credit/No Credit for high schools and junior highs, Met Expectation/Limited to No Contact for elementary schools
- Authorization to go out for bid for Food and Non-Food Items and Produce, with a fiscal impact of $1,506,859
- Change Order No. 3 for Parkside Elementary School Campus Replacement Project, $178,355, funded by Measures P capital funds
- Acceptance of a grant from Bay Area Air Quality Management District for high-performance air filtration systems at MLK Jr JH and Los Medanos Elementary
- Memorandum of Understanding with Contra Costa County Office of Education for teacher induction program, with fees of $2,250 or $5,250 per teacher
Facilities Sub-Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting via teleconference to discuss and receive updates on various facilities projects, including the Facilities Master Plan, a board workshop, and specific school projects. The agenda is primarily informational, with no formal decisions listed.
- Facilities Master Plan discussion
- Parkside ES Campus Replacement Project update
- Highland ES HVAC Replacement Project update
- Rancho Medanos JHS Soil Settlement Mitigation Project
- PHS Tennis Court Modernization Project
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District board will meet remotely due to COVID-19, with closed session at 5:00 PM and open session at 6:30 PM. The agenda includes an update on school activities during closures, a new job description for a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant, and a contract for moving services at Parkside Elementary School. Public comments can be submitted by email before 6:00 PM.
- Update on COVID-19 school closures: meal delivery, distance learning, cleaning, payroll
- New Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant position, $96,775 budgeted from Special Education
- Contract with Valley Relocation for $55,816 for Parkside Elementary moving services (Measure P funds)
- Closed session: personnel, labor negotiations, potential litigation (OCR Complaint 09-19-1432), property disposition
- Consent items: approve minutes from March 11 and March 25, 2020, and Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee notes
Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee is meeting by teleconference to consider reinstating a member, review a bond audit, and receive updates on the Parkside Elementary School construction project and the impact of coronavirus on bond projects.
- Reinstatement of Fernando Sandoval to the CBOC
- Bond audit review
- Parkside ES New Construction Project Update
- Coronavirus impact on bond projects
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will meet remotely due to COVID-19, with closed session for personnel and negotiations, followed by open session. Key actions include approving contracts for mental health counseling, purchasing furniture and televisions for the Parkside Elementary replacement project, and receiving an update on COVID-19 school closure activities.
- Contract with Ed Sped Solutions, Inc. for $18,000 for mental health counseling services
- Purchase of VIRCO furniture for Parkside Elementary for $194,405.85
- Purchase of Campbell Keller cafeteria furniture for Parkside Elementary for $56,803.19
- Purchase of Dell televisions for Parkside Elementary for $100,344.93
- Disposal of obsolete equipment as e-waste
Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
This meeting of the Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee was canceled. The agenda had included action items on reinstating a member and a bond audit, plus updates on several construction projects.
- Reinstatement of Fernando Sandoval to the CBOC
- Bond audit discussion
- Parkside ES new construction project update
- Highlands ES HVAC replacement project update
- Los Medanos ES portable replacement project update
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and legal matters, followed by an open session. Key items include a request to approve a one-day event permit for a fundraiser at 1001 Stoneman Avenue, a presentation on the Multi-Tiered System of Support, and a discussion on the student board member selection process. The board will also consider extending a mental health services contract and a sunshine proposal for a successor agreement with CSEA.
- Request for one-day event permit for fundraiser at 1001 Stoneman Avenue, including possible beer and wine sales
- Presentation on Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) updates
- Discussion of student board member selection for 2020-2021
- Extend contract with Rainbow Community Center for mental health counseling services through June 30, 2020
- 2020-2023 Sunshine Proposal to CSEA for successor bargaining agreement
Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee is holding a project tour at Parkside Elementary School to observe the campus replacement project funded by bond measures. The meeting consists of introductions, an informational tour, and adjournment; no decisions are scheduled.
- Project tour of Parkside Elementary School campus replacement
- Location: 985 W. 17th Street, Pittsburg, CA 94565
- Meeting duration: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board is holding a special meeting to continue discussing recommended budget reductions of $4 million for the 2020-2021 school year. The board will review alternative reduction options and hear public comment. The meeting includes a closed session for labor negotiations.
- Continued discussion of $4,000,000 in budget reductions for 2020-2021
- Closed session to give direction on labor negotiations with employee unions
- Public comment period limited to 30 minutes for non-agenda items
- Next regular board meeting scheduled for February 26, 2020
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and potential litigation, followed by an open session. Key actions include approving out-of-state trips for student groups, accepting grants, and considering a resolution supporting a statewide funding act. The board will also hear a contract proposal from the California School Employees Association for 2020-2023.
- Resolution 19-21 supporting the Schools and Local Communities First Funding Act ($12 billion for schools)
- MOU with CCCOE for CTE Incentive Grant ($250,000) to fund ROP classes at Pittsburg High
- Out-of-state trips: Robotics to Flagstaff, AZ ($5,000), MLK Jr. HS to Washington D.C. ($37,500), Rancho Medanos to D.C. ($33,000)
- Acceptance of $28,839.85 grant from Bay Area Air Quality Management District for lawn equipment
- CSEA successor bargaining agreement proposal for 2020-2023
Regular Board Meeting
This is a special closed-session board meeting. The board will discuss labor negotiations with employee groups, including the Pittsburg Education Association and California Schools Employees Association. No action will be taken or reported. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2020.
- Closed session on labor negotiations with Pittsburg Education Association, California Schools Employees Association - Chapter #44, and other employee groups
- Next regular board meeting on February 12, 2020
Citizens Bond Oversight Committee
The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee is meeting to review updates on several school construction and modernization projects funded by bonds, including Parkside ES, Highlands ES, Los Medanos ES, Hillview JHS, and Pittsburg HS. They will also receive information on new bond funding from Measures L and P for December 2019. The meeting is informational, with no decisions listed on the agenda.
- Parkside ES Portable Relocation Project
- Parkside ES New Construction Project Update
- Highlands ES HVAC Replacement Project Update
- Los Medanos ES Portable Replacement Project Update
- New Bond Funding (Measures L and P) - December 2019
Facilities Sub-Committee
The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and receive updates on various facilities projects, including the Facilities Master Plan, a dance portable at Pittsburg High School, tennis court modernization, Parkside Elementary campus replacement and portable relocation, Highlands Elementary HVAC replacement, facility rental fees, and settlement issues at Rancho Medanos JHS. The agenda is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes scheduled.
- Facilities Master Plan discussion
- PHS Dance Portable Project
- PHS Tennis Court Modernization Project
- Parkside ES Campus Replacement Project - Change Order
- Facility Rental Fees Update
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a workshop to review and discuss budget information, including the First Interim status, reductions made for 2019, potential additional reductions for 2019-2020, and their impacts. The board will also consider reduction scenarios, other factors, and the Board Reserve, and outline next steps. Public comment is scheduled.
- Workshop on budget information and reductions
- Review of First Interim status and 2019 reductions
- Discussion of potential additional reductions for 2019-2020
- Scenarios of reductions and Board Reserve
- Next regular board meeting on Jan 22, 2020
Regular Board Meeting
The Pittsburg Unified School District board will meet in closed session to discuss personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation, then hold an open session with student recognitions and action items. The board will consider approving several overnight student trips and a $60,000 increase to a counseling contract. Public comments on non-agenda items are limited to 30 minutes.
- Closed session to discuss employment, labor negotiations with Pittsburg Education Association and CSEA Chapter #44, and potential litigation (OCR Complaint No. 09-19-1295).
- Student recognition for Stoneman Elementary Student Council, which raised $2,657.50, and Pittsburg High School girls volleyball team, first BVAL champions in school history.
- Overnight trip for PHS Folklorico scholars to Disneyland, April 13-15, 2020, cost $17,565.12 funded by donations and student fundraising.
- Overnight trips for PHS Track & Field to Arcadia Invitational ($4,800, fundraising) and CIF State Meet ($3,800, general fund), plus wrestling to CIF State Tournament ($2,850, general fund).
- Increase contract with Vanessa Blum for counseling services from $15,000 to $75,000 for 2019-2020 school year, funded by special education budget.