Pittsburg Unified School District public meetings in 2024

Regular Board Meeting

The Board of Trustees met to elect officers for the 2025 calendar year and establish the annual meeting schedule. The body also approved personnel actions and the readmission of a student from expulsion.

• Election of Heliodoro Moreno as Board President and Taylor Sims as Vice President
• Adoption of the 2025 Board Meeting Calendar
• Approval of Resolution Number 24-25 regarding Yearly Authorizations and Signature Levels
• Approval of Readmission Case #100-36 from Expulsion
• Approval of the Personnel Action Report

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee will discuss several capital projects, including the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, a Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project, and modifications to the PHS Kitchen. The committee will also review a Facility Use Permit fee update, upcoming bond and IT projects, and maintenance projects including vehicle purchases from restricted funds.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• PHS Kitchen Modifications Project
• Facility Use Permit Fee Update
• Upcoming Bond Facilities & IT Projects

Regular Board Meeting

The board will consider a $295,313.85 increase to an agreement with Mt. Diablo Unified School District for Deaf and Hard of Hearing student services, bringing the total to $820,885.05 for 10 students. They will also hear presentations on the special education annual update and the technology infrastructure plan. The meeting includes closed session discussions on personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation.

• Increase of $295,313.85 for Deaf and Hard of Hearing program agreement with Mt. Diablo USD (total $820,885.05)
• Presentation: All of Our Students Succeeding Plan Annual Update for special education
• Presentation: Technology Infrastructure Plan covering Chromebooks, networks, and software
• Call for CSBA Delegate Assembly nominations (deadline Jan 7, 2025)
• Closed session to discuss personnel actions, labor negotiations, and two lawsuits

Budget Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Budget Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the budget balancing timeline and next steps. The committee will also review the 1st Interim report.

• Budget Balancing Timeline and Next Steps
• 1st Interim report

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will vote on a settlement agreement in a lawsuit (Case No. N21-1755) involving the district and state defendants. The board also discusses a functional assessment of position control and HR processes for $41,200, and reviews School Plans for Student Achievement from all district schools.

• Approval of settlement agreement in Mark S. et al. vs. State of California and Pittsburg USD, Contra Costa Superior Court case MSN21-1755
• Functional assessment of position control and HR organization by School Services of California for $41,200
• Review of Single Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA) for all 13 district schools
• Memorandum of Understanding with Los Angeles Pacific University for student teacher placements
• Personnel Action Report covering employee hires, leaves, and resignations

Regular Board Meeting

The board will hold a workshop to review and discuss budget balancing for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Topics include updated multi-year projections, parameters for balancing, scenarios, and guiding principles. The meeting also includes a closed session for personnel actions and public comment periods.

• Board workshop on budget balancing for 2024-2025 fiscal year
• Closed session to discuss employment of classified and certificated positions
• Approval of Personnel Action Report
• Public comments on items not on the agenda and on the workshop

Citizens Bond Oversight Committee

The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee is meeting to receive information on the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project and upcoming bond-funded projects. The agenda also includes welcoming new members and reviewing committee history and guidelines. No action items are listed.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Upcoming bond-funded projects
• Termed out committee members
• Welcome new members
• CBOC history and guidelines

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will discuss and vote on several action items, including a contract for camera server replacements at two elementary schools, a Saturday Academy program to recoup lost instructional time and ADA revenue, and two Memoranda of Understanding with the classified employee union. The board will also receive a presentation on certificated recruitment and diversity in hiring.

• Approve $46,058.48 contract with AMS.Net for camera server replacement at Willow Cove and Heights Elementary
• Approve contract with Educational Consulting Services Inc. for Saturday Academy to recover lost instructional time and ADA revenue
• Renew MOU with CSEA offering $1,000 early retirement incentive for classified staff retiring by Dec. 31, 2024
• Approve MOU with CSEA for student passenger tracking tablet on school buses
• Approve overnight field trip for Heights Elementary 5th graders to Chabot Space and Science Museum ($12,150)

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee will discuss multiple capital projects, including the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project and a Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project. Other items include fire alarm and PA system upgrades at various schools, a restroom project at PAEC, and kitchen modifications at Marina Vista ES and PHS. The committee will also review upcoming non-bond facilities, IT projects, and board authorizations for equipment and materials.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• PA Systems Projects at Stoneman, Los Medanos and PHS
• PHS Kitchen Modifications Project (old business)

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will consider a $55,887 contract with the Center for Relational Practices for restorative justice training, hold a public hearing on textbook sufficiency, and discuss JROTC PE credit, a new evening school administrator job description, and out-of-state travel for the superintendent. The meeting includes closed-session personnel and litigation reports.

• Contract with Center for Relational Practices for restorative practices, $55,887
• Public hearing on sufficiency of textbooks and instructional materials (Resolution 24-15)
• Proposal to allow JROTC at Pittsburg High School to count for PE credit
• Job description for Evening School Administrator position
• Out-of-state travel: Superintendent to Tempe, AZ (no cost) and to New Orleans, LA ($3,500)

Legislative Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Legislative Sub-Committee will meet to discuss potential board policies or resolutions on Italian American Heritage Month and cell phone usage. The meeting also includes public comments and future topic consideration. No decisions are scheduled; it is a discussion-only agenda.

• Discussion of potential Board Policy/Resolution on Italian American Heritage Month
• Discussion of potential Board Policy/Resolution on Cell Phone Usage
• Review of sample policies from Mt. Diablo USD, PUSD, and San Mateo UHSD on mobile communication devices
• Public comments period
• Future topics for consideration

Budget Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Budget Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the unaudited actuals for the fiscal year. The agenda includes public comments and a report on the district's financial status. No decisions are listed; the meeting is primarily informational.

• Review of unaudited actuals for the district's budget

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will discuss and vote on several action items, including contracts for after-school and lunch programs totaling over $255,000. The board will also review updates on summer programs, the opening of schools, and proposed revisions to the governance handbook and board goals. A closed session is scheduled to discuss personnel, litigation, and the superintendent's evaluation.

• Contract with Elevo for after-school program at middle schools: $204,332
• Contract with Elevo for lunch/recess program at Martin Luther King Jr. Junior High: $50,760
• Discussion on Ad Hoc Committee for recruitment and retention of diverse workforce
• Revision of job description for Coordinator of Programs for English Learners to Director
• Agreement between Los Medanos College and Stoneman Elementary for fieldwork

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee will discuss 14 information items, including the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, a Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project, and various facility upgrades at multiple schools. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• PA Systems Projects at Stoneman, Los Medanos and PHS
• Marina Vista ES Kitchen Hood Modification Project

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will vote on several contracts and resolutions, including a $550,000 contract with BMR Health Services to fill special education teacher vacancies, a $55,000 renewal for Ethnic Studies curriculum support, and resolutions recognizing Latino/Latinx Heritage Month and California Clean Air Day. The board will also hear a superintendent's update on the start of the school year and consider a conflict of interest code amendment.

• $550,000 contract with BMR Health Services for special education teachers at $744/day
• $55,000 renewal contract with Community Responsive Education for Ethnic Studies curriculum
• Resolution #24-08 recognizing Latino/Latinx Heritage Month (Sept 15-Oct 15)
• Resolution #24-10 for California Clean Air Day on October 2, 2024
• $59,953 for HVAC equipment at the District Administration office (Ed Services Portable)

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board and Superintendent will meet with facilitators from Leadership Associates for a Governance Team Workshop. The session will focus on team building, setting district goals for 2024-2025, reviewing materials from a CSBA conference, reaffirming the board calendar, and discussing communication structures. Public comment is limited to 30 minutes at the start. No fiscal impact is noted.

• Annual Governance Team Workshop facilitated by Leadership Associates, LLC
• Discussion of Board and District Goals for 2024-2025
• Review of Napa Valley Unified School District materials from CSBA Conference
• Reaffirmation of 2024-2025 Board Topics Calendar aligned with goals
• Communication review between Board and Superintendent on updates and emergencies

Budget Sub-Committee

The Budget Sub-Committee will discuss the enacted 2024-25 state budget and its impact on Pittsburg Unified School District. The meeting includes public comments and procedural items.

• Discussion of enacted state budget 2024-25
• Impact analysis for PUSD

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will vote on three action items: a $30,847 contract with the California School Boards Association for membership, legal services, and policy tools for 2024-2025; a $25,000 MOU with Feet First Foundation to support 30 at-risk students; and a $25,000 MOU with GANAS to support 25 low-income Latino students and English learners. The board also held closed session to discuss personnel actions, employee evaluations, and litigation updates.

• Approval of $30,847 for CSBA services including membership, legal services, and Gamut Policy/Policy Plus for 2024-2025
• MOU with Feet First Foundation for $25,000 to provide mentoring and support to 30 students
• MOU with GANAS for $25,000 to support 25 low-income Latino students and English learners
• Closed session discussion of personnel actions including hiring for principal, assistant principal, and coordinator positions
• Closed session update on three lawsuits: Mark S. et al. vs. State of California, Jane Doe 1 and 2 vs. PUSD, and Michael White, IV vs. PUSD

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee will discuss the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, bond measure planning, and multiple facility upgrade projects including solar energy storage, fire alarms, PA systems, restrooms, and kitchen hood modifications. No votes are scheduled; all items are for information and discussion only.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Bond Measure Planning & Process
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• Marina Vista ES Kitchen Hood Modification Project

Citizens Bond Oversight Committee

The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee meeting scheduled for June 26, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda included informational items on the new Director of Facilities, an upcoming bond election, the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, upcoming projects, and a retirement, but no decisions were made.

• Meeting cancelled
• Welcome new Director of Facilities Sean Vandermey
• Upcoming bond election
• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Larry Scott retirement

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board held a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, litigation, and student readmissions, followed by an open session. The board approved the Personnel Action Report, readmission cases #23-05 and #23-11, and discussed three contracts for literacy support, culturally responsive instruction, and grading equity. Public comments were limited to 30 minutes.

• Approved Personnel Action Report (motion carried 5-0)
• Approved readmission from expulsion Case #23-05 (4-1, Briscoe nay)
• Approved readmission from expulsion Case #23-11 (3-2, Moreno and Briscoe nay)
• Discussed $50,000 contract with Ellas Consulting for English learner literacy support
• Discussed $56,000 contract with Center for Powerful Schools for culturally responsive instruction

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and receive information on multiple facilities projects, including the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, bond measure planning, and various upgrades. The agenda is primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions listed.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Bond Measure Planning & Process
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• PAEC Restroom Project

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board is holding a public hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP), which outlines goals and spending for the coming year. The board will also consider renewing two $50,000 mentoring contracts for Pittsburg High School. The meeting includes closed session discussions on personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation, followed by routine reports and public comments.

• Public hearing on 2024-2025 LCAP and annual update
• Renewal of MOU with Poly Atamai Project for $50,000
• Renewal of MOU with Abraham Gunter, Jr. for $50,000
• Closed session on personnel actions, salary increases, and labor negotiations
• Closed session updates on three lawsuits (cases N21-1755, C23-02905, C22-01440)

Budget Sub-Committee

The Budget Sub-Committee meeting scheduled for June 6, 2024, was canceled on June 4, 2024. The agenda would have included discussions on 2024-2025 budget assumptions, balancing the multi-year projection, and updates on bonds, one-time funds, and parcel tax.

• Meeting canceled on 6/4/24
• 2024-2025 budget assumptions
• Balancing multi-year projection (MYP) for 2024-2027
• Update on bonds
• Update on one-time funds and parcel tax

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a closed session on personnel and labor negotiations, then reconvene to ratify employment agreement addenda for the Associate Superintendent and two Assistant Superintendents. The board will also hear a presentation on the 2024-2027 MOU with the Pittsburg Police Department for School Resource Officers, which includes a $100k decrease in funding, and receive updates on the teacher residency program and restorative justice.

• Ratification of employment addenda for Associate Superintendent and two Assistant Superintendents (salary/benefits)
• MOU with Pittsburg Police Department for 2024-2027, $100k decrease, 4 SROs
• Sunshine proposal for 2024-2025 from Pittsburg Education Association
• Update on Teacher Residency Program
• Restorative Justice update and 2024-25 Governor's May Revised Budget

Facilities Sub-Committee

This meeting of the Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee, scheduled for May 21, 2024, was canceled. The agenda included discussion items on the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, bond measure planning, solar/PV energy storage, and various school facility upgrades, but no decisions were made.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Bond Measure Planning & Process
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• PA Systems Projects at Stoneman, Los Medanos and PHS

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will discuss a fee justification study to potentially increase developer fees for residential and commercial/industrial construction, following a state increase in maximum allowable fees. The board will also hear a presentation on grading policy updates from the Grading for Equity Task Force and consider increasing a contract with Ro Health by $300,000 for special education support. The meeting includes closed session items on personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation, followed by recognitions and public comments.

• Discussion of developer fee increase study (residential from $4.08 to $5.17/sq ft; commercial from $0.66 to $0.84/sq ft)
• Presentation on Grading for Equity Task Force recommendations for Board Policy 5121
• Increase contract with Ro Health by $300,000 (total $950,000) for para-educators and RBTs
• New job description for Psychologist-Counseling Enriched Classroom Based Services
• Recognition of Teacher of the Year, Counselor of the Year, and Classified Employee of the Year

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board is holding a facilities workshop to discuss the impact and growth of new developments, options for district properties, current and new site capacities, a new list of projects, and reminders of June approvals. Public comments are limited to 30 minutes per segment. The next regular board meeting is scheduled for May 8, 2024.

• Workshop on impact and growth for new developments
• Discussion of PUSD properties options
• Review of current and new capacities per site
• New list of projects to be presented
• Reminder of June approvals

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board approved tentative agreements with the Pittsburg Education Association (PEA) and California School Employees Association (CSEA) for 2023-2026, with combined fiscal impacts of $13,438,363 and $7,495,446 respectively. The board also held a workshop to review the Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP), including community input and survey results. The meeting included public comments, an equity award presentation, and student recognition.

• Approved PEA tentative agreement for 2023-2026, $13,438,363 total fiscal impact
• Approved CSEA tentative agreement (employee benefits) for 2023-2026, $7,495,446 total fiscal impact
• Board workshop on LCAP process, community feedback, and survey results
• Presented annual Equity Award to Alexander Finn
• Recognized Marina Vista Elementary School's Step Team for 1st place at Bay Area Youth Step Show

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and gather information on various facilities projects, including the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, bond measure planning, and multiple site improvement projects. The meeting is primarily informational, with no formal decisions listed on the agenda.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Bond Measure Planning & Process
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• PA Systems Projects at Stoneman, Los Medanos and PHS

Curriculum Sub-Committee Meeting

This meeting of the Pittsburg Unified School District Curriculum Sub-Committee, scheduled for April 15, 2024, was canceled. The agenda included items on grading for equity and ethnic studies, but no decisions or discussions occurred.

• Meeting canceled
• Agenda item: Grading for Equity
• Agenda item: Ethnic Studies

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation, followed by an open session. The board will consider several action items, including a $139,454 increase to the Lincoln Families student mental health services contract and a $378,513.47 replacement of the district-wide firewall protection system. They will also hear presentations on bond survey results, attendance policies, and a dual immersion resolution, and recognize student reading progress at Willow Cove Elementary.

• Contract increase of $139,454 for Lincoln Families Student Mental Health Services, raising the cap from $505,000 to $644,454
• Replacement of district-wide firewall protection system for $378,513.47, funded from the General Fund
• Presentation of bond survey results from March 2024 with 400 respondents, following $440.5 million in voter-approved bonds since 1995
• LED lighting retrofit project at various schools, estimated $1.1 million, funded by University of California, Office of the President
• Resolution on ensuring access to high quality dual immersion supports for educators and students

Citizens Bond Oversight Committee

The Citizens' Bond Oversight Committee is meeting to review bond audits, discuss the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project and the PHS Girls' Softball Field Project, and consider upcoming projects. Action items include approving the bond audits, accepting a resignation, removing a member, and discussing member recruitment.

• Approve bond audits
• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project update
• PHS Girls' Softball Field Project update
• Accept resignation of Ed Borjon
• Remove Fernando Sandoval from CBOC

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and receive information on multiple facilities projects, including the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, a bond measure planning process, and various smaller projects like fire alarm and PA system upgrades. The agenda is primarily informational and discussion-oriented, with no formal votes or decisions listed. Public comment is scheduled, and future meeting dates are noted.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Bond Measure Planning & Process
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• PA Systems Projects at Stoneman, Los Medanos and PHS

Facilities Sub-Committee

This meeting of the Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee was cancelled. The agenda listed items that would have been discussed, including school construction and improvement projects, but no decisions were made.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• PA Systems Projects at Stoneman, Los Medanos and PHS
• Marina Vista ES Kitchen Hood Modification Project

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board of Education is holding a workshop to review and discuss three years of student attendance and discipline data. The board will also examine strategies related to the Code of Conduct and the use of Other Means of Correction to reduce suspensions. Public comments are limited to 30 minutes.

• Review of 3-year attendance and discipline data
• Discussion of Code of Conduct implementation and Other Means of Correction
• Public comments on items not on the agenda (30-minute limit)
• Next regular board meeting scheduled for April 10, 2024

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation, followed by an open session. The board will recognize students, present the annual Equity Award, and hear reports on donations, English Learner programs, and school safety plans. They will also discuss graduation ceremony options for the Class of 2020.

• Approval of Personnel Action Report (motion carried)
• Presentation of Board's Annual Equity Award to Alexander Finn
• Review of 2024-2025 School Site Safety Plans for multiple schools
• Discussion on supports for the Class of 2020 graduation
• Presentation on English Language Learners and Dual Language Instruction update

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board held a regular meeting with a closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and litigation, followed by an open session. The board approved the personnel action report and a consent agenda including the purchase of 1,000 Chromebooks for $405,234.43. They also discussed P.E. waivers for three students and a policy update for Career Technical Education.

• Approved purchase of 1,000 Chromebooks for 2024-2025 at $405,234.43 from General Fund
• Approved Personnel Action Report (motion carried 5-0)
• Discussed P.E. waivers for three Pittsburg High School students (IDs 76305, 61071, 80275) with medical notes
• Reviewed Board Policy 6178 on Career Technical Education for CSBA alignment
• Adopted updated Board Policies 3260 (Fees and Charges), 3312 (Contracts), 3530 (Risk Management/Insurance)

Curriculum Sub-Committee Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Curriculum Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss two informational items: a presentation on grading by Dr. Farr and an update on parent engagement by Ms. Gomez. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda; the meeting is primarily for discussion.

• Discussion of grading practices (Dr. Farr)
• Parent engagement update (Ms. Gomez)

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board will hear a budget balancing presentation addressing the Governor's January budget, expiring ESSER funds, and enrollment changes, and will consider a $405,234.43 purchase of 1,000 Chromebooks for the 2024-2025 school year. The board will also review and update multiple board policies, and take action on the Personnel Action Report from closed session.

• Budget balancing presentation on Governor's January budget, ESSER funds, enrollment, and ADA
• Purchase of 1,000 Chromebooks for $405,234.43 from General Fund
• Adoption of new Board Policy 3250 on Transportation Fees
• Updates to Board Policies 3260, 3312, 3530, and several education-related policies
• Approval of Personnel Action Report (motion carried 4-0)

Regular Board Meeting

This is a facilities-focused board workshop, not a regular decision-making meeting. The board will hear a presentation on school funding and a possible new bond measure, past and future bond projects, enrollment projections tied to new developments, and a summary of district properties. Public comment is limited to 30 minutes.

• Discussion of school funding and a new bond measure
• Review of past, current, and future bond projects
• Enrollment projections and new developments
• Summary of Pittsburg Unified School District properties

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and receive information on multiple facilities projects, including the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, a solar/PV array energy battery storage system, and various upgrades. The agenda is primarily informational, with no formal votes or decisions listed. The committee will also plan for future bond measures and upcoming board items.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• PHS Softball Field Project ribbon cutting ceremony on March 21, 2024 at 4:00 PM
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• Bond Measure Planning & Process

Regular Board Meeting

The Board will review a presentation on balancing the budget amid expiring ESSER funds and changing enrollment. They will also receive a real estate evaluation for several district properties and an update on the Early Literacy Initiative.

• Budget balancing presentation regarding expiring ESSER funds and 0.76% COLA
• Real estate evaluation of Harbor Street, Riverside High School, Loveridge Road, Rancho Medanos Junior High, and District Administrative Offices
• Memorandum of Understanding between PAEC and Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Facility
• Early Literacy Program update
• LCAP Mid-Year Update presentation

Curriculum Sub-Committee Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Curriculum Sub-Committee meeting scheduled for February 5, 2024, was canceled. No items were discussed or decided.

Budget Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Budget Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss the Governor's January Budget and budget balancing. The agenda includes public comments and standard procedural items, with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Discussion of Governor's January Budget
• Discussion of Budget Balancing
• Public Comments

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board is reviewing the Governor's 2024-25 budget proposal and its impact on multi-year projections. The Board is also discussing a zero-cost agreement to integrate foster youth data to improve student transitions.

• Presentation on Governor's 2024-25 Budget Proposal
• MOU with Contra Costa County Office of Education for Foster Focus data system
• Discussion on Cesar Chavez Day holiday placement for 2025-2027 school years
• Quarterly Williams Uniform Complaint Report showing 0 complaints
• Update on Improve Your Tomorrow, Inc. programming

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee is meeting to discuss and receive information on multiple facilities projects, including the Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project, a ribbon cutting for the PHS Softball Field, solar/battery storage, security cameras, fire alarm upgrades, and PA systems. The agenda is primarily informational, with no formal decisions listed.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• PHS Softball Field Project - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• SSSC Security Camera Project (MOT)
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project

Facilities Sub-Committee

The Pittsburg Unified School District Facilities Sub-Committee meeting scheduled for January 23, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda included items for information and discussion, but no decisions were made.

• Hillview JHS Campus Replacement Project
• PHS Softball Field Project - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• Solar/PV Array Energy Battery Storage Systems Project
• Stoneman ES Fire Alarm System Upgrade Project
• Bond Measure Planning & Process

Regular Board Meeting

The Pittsburg Unified School District Board held a regular meeting on January 10, 2024, with a closed session for personnel, labor negotiations, and legal matters, followed by an open session. The board approved a personnel action report, an expulsion case, and three readmission cases, and discussed a financial literacy update and two out-of-state student trips, including a robotics competition and an HBCU college tour.

• Approved Personnel Action Report (motion carried 5-0)
• Approved Expulsion Case #24-01 (motion carried 5-0)
• Approved Readmission from Expulsion cases #100-35, #23-02, #22-09 (motions carried, #22-09 with one nay)
• Discussed overnight field trip for PHS Robotics team to Scottsdale, AZ (First Robotics Competition), estimated cost $14,000
• Discussed out-of-state HBCU College Tour for Pittsburg High School (March 30 - April 4, 2024)