Los Gatos Union School District 17010 Roberts Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 335-2000 Phone (408) 395-6481 Fax www.lgusd.k12.ca.us Dr. Diana G. Abbati, Superintendent
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting Thomas P. O’Donnell District Office 17010 Roberts Road, Los Gatos, CA 95032
AGENDA November 20, 2013 7:30 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. I. CALL MEETING TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. APPROVAL/AMENDMENT OF AGENDA (ACTION) IV. PUBLIC COMMENT Members of the public are always welcome at meetings. Individuals wishing to address the members of the FAC regarding agenda items may do so when an item is under consideration. Oral communications regarding items not on the agenda may be made during the Public Comment opportunity listed on the agenda. Committee members would appreciate it if you would identify yourself by name and address when addressing the Committee and limit your comments to three minutes. Individuals requiring special accommodation, including but not limited to an American sign language interpreter, accessible seating or documentation in accessible formats, should contact the Business office at least two working days before the meeting date.
V. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS A. Board Report B. Superintendent’s Report VI. NEW BUSINESS/COMMITTEE ADMINISTRATION A. Approval of Minutes: September 18, 2013 (ACTION) B. FAC Parcel Tax Oversight Committee Report
Jennifer Lo
C. Communication Sub-Committee Report 1. Discussion of Communication Sub-Committee Chair
Dan Snyder
2. Summit4 2013 – Purpose, Goals and Deliverables
Diana Abbati
a. Annual Report 2013 b. LGUSD Success Story FAQ
Financial Advisory Committee Meeting November 20, 2013 D. Budget Sub-Committee Report 1. Fisher Sports Complex Update
Martin Fregoso
2. LGEF Case for Proposed Capital Campaign
Diana Abbati
3. Technology Sustainability Plan Gantt Chart
Bill Barhydt
VII. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (DISCUSSION) A. FAC Meeting Schedule for 2013-14: Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at 7:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 28, 2014 at 7:30 a.m. Annual Board Report: Tuesday, June 10, 2014 – Regular Board Meeting VIII. ADJOURNMENT (ACTION) - The general meeting will adjourn at 8:15 a.m. Communication Sub-Committee members will be excused, and the Budget Subcommittee members will convene to discuss the agenda below. *********** BUDGET SUB-COMMITTEE BREAK-OUT SESSION 1.
Discussion of FAC Deliverable #1 for Technology Sustainability Plan
Process for delivering District Infrastructure Sustainability Plan
Member *Dan Snyder, Chair *Tom Thimot, Vice Chair *Gail Thomson, Secretary *Catherine Somers *Rodrigo Lasso *Garry Whitfield *Alyce Green * *Rodney Wade *Tom Boyce *Bill Barhydt, Chair-Budget *Jennifer Ferrell, Chair-FAPTOÇ *Natalie Rynn/Lisa Nanez *Kristin Johnson *Gina Valle *Lisa Reynolds *Lisa Fraser Scott Broomfield Tina Orsi-Hartigan Dr. Diana Abbati Martin Fregoso Tom Gray Denise Ramon Herrera
*FAC Voting Members
FAC Members 2013- 2014 Representing Home & School Club – Daves LGEF Home & School Club – Blossom Hill Home & School Club – Fisher Parent – Daves Parent – Fisher Parent – Lexington Parent – Van Meter Parent – Fisher Community Member Home & School Club – Lexington Home & School Club – Van Meter LGETA – Middle School Teacher LGETA – K-5 Teacher LGUCEA Principal – K-5 Principal – Middle School Board Liaison Board Liaison Superintendent Assistant Superintendent-Business Services/CBO Director of Fiscal Services Executive Assistant
Term 2015 2015 2015 2015 2016 2014 2015 2015 2015 2016 2015 2015 2015 2014 2016 2015 2015 -------------------------------------
LOS GATOS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT MINUTES OF THE FINANCIAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING September 18, 2013 Thomas P. O’Donnell District Office FAC Members 2013 - 2014 Member Representing *Daniel Snyder, Chair Home & School Club – Daves *Tom Thimot, Vice Chair LGEF *Gail Thomson, Secretary Home & School Club – Blossom Hill *Catherine Somers Home & School Club – Fisher *Rodrigo Lasso Parent – Daves *Garry Whitfield Parent – Fisher *Alyce Green Parent – Lexington *Tammy Gollotti, Chair-Communications Parent – Van Meter *Rodney Wade Parent – Fisher *Tom Boyce Community Member *Bill Barhydt, Chair-Budget Home & School Club – Lexington *Jennifer Lo, Chair-FAPTOC Home & School Club – Van Meter *Natalie Rynn/Lisa Mitchell LGETA – Middle School Teacher *Kristin Johnson LGETA – K-5 Teacher *Gina Valle LGUCEA *Lisa Reynolds Principal – K-5 *Lisa Fraser Principal – Middle School Scott Broomfield Board Liaison Tina Orsi-Hartigan Board Liaison Dr. Diana Abbati Superintendent Martin Fregoso Assistant Superintendent-Business Services/CBO Tom Gray Director of Fiscal Services Denise Ramon Herrera Executive Assistant
Term 2015 2015 2015 2015 2016 2014 2015 2015 2015 2016 2015 2015 2015 2014 2016 2015 2015 -------------------------------------
*FAC Voting Members
Voting Committee Members Present: Daniel Snyder, Gail Thomson, Rodrigo Lasso, Garry Whitfield, Tammy Gollotti, Rodney Wade, Jennifer Lo, Natalie Rynn, Kristin Johnson, Gina Valle, Lisa Reynolds, and Tom Boyce (via teleconference). Lisa Fraser joined the meeting in progress at 7:58 a.m. Absent: Tom Thimot, Catherine Somers, Alyce Green, and Bill Barhydt. Governing Board Liaisons: Tina Orsi-Hartigan (absent), Scott Broomfield LGUSD Administration: Dr. Diana Abbati, Martin Fregoso, Tom Gray and Denise Ramon Herrera I.
CALL MEETING TO ORDER Chairperson Snyder called the meeting to order at 7:39 a.m.
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ROLL CALL As noted above.
III.
APPROVAL/AMENDMENT OF AGENDA (ACTION)
On a motion by Rodney Wade, seconded by Tammy Gollotti, the agenda was approved by a 12/0 vote. IV.
PUBLIC COMMENT There was no public comment.
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ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS A. Board Report Trustee Broomfield gave a brief update on LGUSD 150th celebrations and publicly acknowledged Tracey Callassa for her huge effort to bring this to fruition. B. Superintendent’s Report Superintendent Abbati gave an update on the District activities. The District’s architect for the Fisher gym will be presenting to the Board of Trustees on Tuesday, September 22, 2013. The facilities subcommittee will be dissolved for the time being and work will continue ad-hoc within the FAC as required. Technology planning has progressed significantly in tandem with the Technology Action Team. LGUSD will be hosting the fourth communications summit on October 8, 2013 at the Los Gatos Lodge. District API scores remain high and the district continues to look for improvement areas. We are in a transition year for rolling out the common core standard curriculum and there is now a disconnect between the curriculum and the star testing that we do. California is looking to secure a federal waiver for star testing during this transition ye
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NEW BUSINESS/COMMITTEE ADMINISTRATION A. Introduction of New Members Rodrigo Lasso introduced himself as a Parent representative from Daves taking the place vacated by Scott Mosher. Tom Bryce introduced himself as the Community Member representative taking the place vacated by Bob Chrisman. All members were given an opportunity to share their personal/business background. B. Approval of Minutes: May 29, 2013 (ACTION) On a motion by Rodney Wade, seconded by Jennifer Lo, the minutes were approved by a 13/0 vote. C. Review of FAC Bylaws and Financial Advisory Parcel Tax Oversight Committee Bylaws (FAPTOC) There were no questions or amendments requested to the Bylaws. Every member was asked to sign the LGUSD confidentiality agreement and return it to Denise Ramon Herrera. D. Elect Officers FAC: Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary (ACTION) On a motion by Rodney Wade, seconded by Tammy Golloti, Daniel Snyder was elected Chairperson and Gail Thomson was elected secretary by a 13/0 vote. On a motion by Daniel Snyder, seconded by Jennifer Lo, Tom Thimot was elected Vice Chairperson by a 13/0 vote.
E. Elect Officers FAPTOC: Chairperson, Vice Chairperson and Secretary (ACTION) On a motion by Tammy Gollotti, seconded by Lisa Fraser, Jennifer Lo was elected Chairperson by a 13/0 vote. On a motion by Daniel Snyder and seconded by Rodney Wade, Tom Boyce was elected Vice Chair by a 13/0 vote. On a motion by Rodney Wade and seconded by Garry Whitfield, Rodrigo Lasso was elected Secretary by a 13/0 vote. Four members of the FAC were elected to the FAPTOC, Gail Thomson, Daniel Snyder, Rodney Wade, and Gary Whitfield. The FAPTOC will hold their annual meeting on October 2, 2013 and will present their report to the Governing Board on November 12, 2013. F. Review Board Approved FAC Goals for 2013-14 (DISCUSSION) Chairperson Snyder reviewed the Board Approved FAC goals for 2013-14. G. Select Members for Each Subcommittee (ACTION) FAC members voluntarily choose the committee that they wanted to serve on. The results are as follows: On a motion by Rodney Wade and seconded by Tammy Gollotti, subcommittee members were approved by a 13/0 vote. 1. Budget Subcommittee • Bill Barhydt • Tom Boyce • Scott Broomfield • Jennifer Ferrell Lo • Lisa Fraser • Tom Gray • Rodrigo Lasso • Daniel Snyder • Gail Thomson • Natalie Rynn/Lisa Mitchell • Martin Fregoso • Diana Abbati 2. Communications Subcommittee • Tammy Gollotti • Alyce Green • Tina Orsi-Hartigan • Lisa Reynolds • Kristin Johnson • Tom Thimot
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Gina Valle Rodney Wade Garry Whitfield Catherine Somers (tbc) Martin Fregoso Diana Abbati
H. Appoint Subcommittee Chairperson and Secretary (ACTION) 1. Budget Subcommittee i. Chairperson: Bill Barhydt ii. Secretary: Rodrigo Lasso On a motion by Gail Thomson and seconded by Jennifer Lo, Bill Barhydt was elected Chairperson of the Budget Subcommittee and Rodrigo Lasso was elected Secretary by a 13/0 vote. 2. Communications Subcommittee i. Chairperson: Tammy Gollotti ii. Secretary: Alyce Green On a motion by Kristin Johnson and seconded by Gary Whitfield, Tammy Golloti was elected Chairperson of the Communications Subcommittee and Alyce Green was elected Secretary by a 13/0 vote. I. Inventory Report (DISCUSSION) Director of Fiscal Services, Tom Gray, presented the Asset Management Annual Inventory Report. J. Budget Update (INFORMATION/DISCUSSION) Assistant Superintendent Fregoso gave an update on the FY 12/13 Unaudited Actuals K. Subcommittee Break-Out Activity (DISCUSSION) Subcommittee members gathered to review goals and schedule meetings. VII.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS • FAC Meeting Schedule for 2013-14: • November 20, 2013 • January 15, 2014 • March 19, 2014 • May 28, 2014 • Annual Board Report: Tuesday, June10, 2014 – Regular Board Meeting •
FAPTOC Meeting Schedule for 2013-14: • Annual Meeting: Wednesday, October 2, 2013 • Annual Board Report: Tuesday, November 12, 2013
VIII. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned at 8:50 a.m.
Parcel Tax Oversight Committee Report Los Gatos Union School District
Fiscal Year 2012 - 2013 Oversight Committee Members Jennifer Lo, Chairperson Tom Boyce, Vice Chair Rodrigo Lasso, Secretary Daniel Snyder Tom Thimot Gail Thomson Rodney Wade
Overview • Measure E Ballot Language • Measure E Parcel Tax Promise to Voters • Parcel Tax Expenditure Summary
Measure E Ballot Language • Voters approved $290 per parcel in June 2008 • A renewal of the April 2002 amount $290 (Measure E) • 6 year term – Expires June 2014
• Voters approved $290 per parcel in May 2013 • A renewal of the June 2008 amount $290 (Measure B) • 8 year term – Expires June 2022
• Accountability Measures • The proceeds of the special tax shall be applied only to the specific purposes identified above. The proceeds of the special tax shall be deposited into a fund, which shall be kept separate and apart from other funds of the District. No later than January 1 of each year while the tax is in effect, the District shall prepare and file with the Board a report detailing the amount of funds collected and expended during the prior fiscal year, and the status of any project authorized to be funded by this measure. • In addition, an advisory committee of citizens shall be appointed or designated by the Board of Trustees to ensure that the special tax proceeds are spent for the authorized purposes, and to report annually to the Board of Trustees and the public regarding the expenditures of such funds.
Measure E Promise to Voters • Measure E funds in the following specific areas: • Retaining skilled and qualified teachers • Maintaining up to date science programs • Keeping class size as small as possible • Continuing literacy programs • Maintaining art & music programs and library staff & services • Providing counseling and other student heath and safety programs • Maintaining safe and adequate school grounds and facilities The majority of Measure E revenues are applied to salaries to support school programs. These expenditures are only a fraction of the total cost of any program, requiring supplemental funding from programs such as: LGEF, H&S etc. Source: Resolution #07-07-08 and Official Ballot language
Parcel Tax Expenditures Summary Parcel Tax Revenues:
$2,691,197
100%
Parcel Tax Expenditures:
$2,692,198
100%
•Class Size
$1,482,152
55.1%
•Instructional Programs
$559,342
20.08%
•Support Services
$392,979
14.6%
•Safe & Clean Schools
$256,650
9.5%
$1,075
.04%
•Other
Source: LGUSD Parcel Tax Expenditure Summary
Parcel Tax Expenditures Summary Parcel Tax Revenues:
$2,691,197
100%
Parcel Tax Expenditures:
$2,692,198
100%
•Class Size
$1,482,152
55.1%
Retained Skilled and Qualified Teachers
Kept Class Size at 24 for K-3 and 29 for 4-8
•Instructional ProgramsMaintained/enhanced Science$559,342 and Literacy programs
20.08%
Maintained K-8 Art and K-8 Music programs for all campuses
•Support Services •Safe & Clean Schools
•Other
$392,979
14.6%
$256,650
9.5%
$1,075
.04%
Maintained Library Staff – Clerk at all campuses Provided Counseling and other Student Heath and Safety Services
Provided Staff to Maintain School Grounds and School Facilities in Excellent Condition
Provided consultant services to ensure exemptions were issued appropriately and tax rolls were correct on an annual basis
Source: LGUSD Parcel Tax Expenditure Summary
Findings & Recommendations • After reviewing the detailed district expenditures and ballot language, the Parcel Tax Oversight Committee finds that the Parcel Tax funds were used in accordance with the ballot language and in the spirit of the promise made to voters. • In addition, the Committee recommends that the district releases a memorandum or other formal communication notifying the general public of the benefits these funds bring to the district community and most importantly to the students and faculty in our schools.
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Los Gatos Union School District Our Community, Our Students, Our Future
Our Success Story
Educating the Whole Child A Point of Pride The Los Gatos Union School District, comprised of four elementary schools and one middle school, inspires learning so students grow into their best selves. Our mission is to educate the whole child by teaching, modeling, and supporting the skills and attitudes that contribute to his/her development as a globally and socially responsible citizen. To learn more, visit www.lgusd.org
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Foundation
Home & School Clubs
Superintendent Dr. Diana Abbati
Board of Directors Tom Thimot, President Bill Adamec Tony Alcaron Kris Bazan Jason Ediger Frances Ferguson Jeff Fiedler Nick Goddard Erik Iversen Claire Nippress Barbara Rogan Scott Slover Deborah Weinstein
Blossom Hill Elementary Maria Gerst, President
Board of Trustees Tina Orsi-Hartigan Scott Broomfield Kathy Bays Emi Eto Leigh-Anne Marcellin District Office 17010 Roberts Road Los Gatos, CA 95032 (408) 335-2000
Daves Avenue Elementary Jeff Milde, President Lexington Elementary Jodi Bannon, President Louise Van Meter Elementary Barb Holmes & Elif Starr, Co-Presidents R.J. Fisher Middle School Stefanie Nelson, President
The story of the Los Gatos Union School District is one of inspiring teachers, caring parents, strong leaders, and an amazing mix of smart, creative and interested students. A spirit of respect and appreciation for young people is central to the educational philosophy of the Los Gatos community, and our schools emulate that belief. This is truly a place that fosters the kind of close relationships between educators and partners that last a lifetime ensuring our District continues to operate on sound financial footing both today and tomorrow.
LOS GATOS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT 150 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE EDUCATING THE WHOLE CHILD
Dear Families and Friends of the Los Gatos Union School District Learning Community: We would like to express our deepest gratitude to our families, friends and alumni who are dedicated to our legacy to build great schools for Our Community, Our Students, and Our Future. Together, we are working to make sure that the Los Gatos Union School District continues to be a leader in teaching extraordinary students in an ever-changing world.
OUR TOP PRIORITY IS STUDENT SUCCESS
Educating the whole child is our top priority, with a continued emphasis on the keys to academic, social and emotional learning. Our students carry their years in the Los Gatos Union School District as the building block on which everything else rests. They go on to high school with a solid foundation and graduate with the rare quality of dedication to making the world a better place to live for generations to follow.
CONTINUING EXCELLENCE IN THE LOS GATOS COMMUNITY
The Los Gatos community extends far beyond the walls of Blossom Hill Elementary, Daves Avenue Elementary, Lexington Elementary, Louise Van Meter Elementary and R.J. Fisher Middle School. The community includes the students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, businesses, and citizens of Los Gatos, a town with a rich history and long-established neighborhoods. Each member of the community shares in the learning experiences of our students and understands that we must all work together to prepare our students to be our nation's future leaders.
OUR FUTURE
The future of the Los Gatos Union School District is what its name represents - the best in primary and secondary education. The pursuit of excellence is the hallmark of the Los Gatos Union School District of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. Ongoing support from current school families, community members, alumni and local businesses points to a vibrant "next" 150 years for our proud, independent traditions and community values. You are all an integral part of the Los Gatos community and we thank you for all that you do for the students and children of Los Gatos. We invite you to share your ideas with us as we plan for the future. Sincerely, Dr. Diana Abbati Superintendent
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Coming January 2016….R.J. Fisher Sports Complex On October 15, 2013, the Board of Trustees approved the modernization and expansion of the R.J. Fisher gymnasium including new locker rooms for our middle school students at a cost of $11.8M. The plan for the R.J. Fisher Sports Complex includes specifications for a new dance and fitness center to be added later if funds are available. Construction is expected to begin in January 2015.
LOS GATOS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT 150 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE EDUCATING THE WHOLE CHILD
SMART – District Programs Supported by Our Foundation All proceeds raised by the Foundation directly benefit every student at Blossom Hill Elementary, Daves Avenue Elementary, Lexington Elementary, Louise Van Meter Elementary, and R.J. Fisher Middle School for equitable programs that span our five schools in the areas below:
S CIENCE With the support of the Foundation, students across the district have yearly access to up-to-date science materials and laboratory supplies for hands-on, problem based learning activities.
M USIC
Our District takes pride in offering music to all of our students. In collaboration with the Foundation and support from the parcel tax and District funds, each student in grades K-5 receives weekly music lessons. Middle school students have the choice to take classes in choral, band and orchestral music.
A RT We offer an engaging visual arts program for every student in the District. A partnership between the District, Home & School Clubs, Foundation and Art Docents makes this possible.
R ESOURCES
Our promise to the students is to help all children feel valued and respected in a safe environment. With the support of the Foundation, we are able to offer unique social-emotional and academic support in the form of counseling to our students. Our five schools pride themselves on being Project Cornerstone schools.
T ECHNOLOGY
We are committed to providing 21st century learning environments for all our students. The Foundation allocates resources for technology in the areas of infrastructure, devices, and most importantly, by helping our teachers integrate technology into the classroom. In the last couple of years, funds have been allocated to STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering and Math programs to support our goals for student success.
LOS GATOS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT 150 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE EDUCATING THE WHOLE CHILD
Other Great Programs Supported by Our Home & School Clubs All proceeds raised by each Home & School Club benefit your child at his/her school to supplement district-wide funded programs. It takes this unique partnership between the Home & School Clubs, the District, and the Foundation to sustain all the outstanding programs the District has to offer.
L ITERACY
Literacy is the foundation for all education. With the support from our Home & School Clubs, each elementary school receives additional time and resources to address individual student needs. Supplemental support includes literacy specialists, library specialists, and research-based books and materials.
S TEM
STEM – Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math shape everyday experiences and pervade every aspect of our lives. Did you know that every STEM field depends on mathematics? Support from the Home & School Clubs make teaching STEM a reality at each of our school sites by providing technology tools and resources for our students and faculty.
P HYSICAL E DUCATION
Physical education (PE) is an integral part of the total education of every child in Kindergarten through Grade 8. Home & School Clubs provide funds for the quality PE programs necessary to increase the physical competence, health-related fitness, self-responsibility and enjoyment of physical activity for all students.
F OREIGN L ANGUAGE
A world-class education in today’s society includes foreign language education. With the support of Home & School Club funds, we are proud to offer K-5 Spanish at our International Baccalaureate school. In addition, the District offers Spanish and French to our middle school students.
LOS GATOS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT 150 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE EDUCATING THE WHOLE CHILD
Financial Summary Report The major source of our General Fund Budget of $28 million is generated by local support. Ninety-five percent of the support used to educate our 3,200 students in grades K-8 comes from property taxes, the parcel tax (Measure B), and donations from our Foundation, Home & School Clubs and community partners. Few people know that the State and Federal government provide almost no funding to our five public schools in the Los Gatos Union School District.
General Fund Revenues 2012-2013 State 2.94%
Parcel Tax 9.09%
Federal 1.63%
Local 86.35%
Local Revenue $24,710,628 86.35%
Federal Revenue $467,360 1.63%
State Revenue $840,258 2.94%
Parcel Tax Revenue $2,600,000 9.09%
General Fund Expenditures 2012-2013 Other Costs 19% Employee Benefits 18%
Salaries $17,921,773 63%
Salaries 63%
Employee Benefits $5,010,911 18%
Other Costs $5,323,516 19%
LOS GATOS UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT 150 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE
Local Parcel Tax Supports Our Schools and Programs: ✰ MAINTAIN TOP-QUALITY CORE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS IN READING, WRITING, MATH AND SCIENCE ✰ RETAIN HIGHLY-QUALIFIED TEACHERS ✰ MAINTAIN UP-TO-DATE SCIENCE RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS ✰ PROVIDE UPDATED TECHNOLOGY, BOOKS AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS ✰ SUPPORT ART AND MUSIC PROGRAMS LGUSD Student Test Scores 2013 Among Top in the Sate 950 900 850 800 750 700
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To the Families and Friends of the Los Gatos Union School District Learning Community
Thank you for supporting our mission to educate the whole child.
Los Gatos Union School District The following page tells a great story. We are here today because of those who have come before us for the last 150 years . The Los Gatos Union School District, comprised of four elementary schools and one middle school, inspires learning so students grow into their best selves. Our mission has always been focused on educating the whole child who can adapt to an ever - changing world. .. To the parents and families of Blossom Hill Elementary, Daves Avenue Elementary, Lexington Elementary, Louise Van Meter Elementary, and R.J. Fisher Middle School…this is our story. The story of the Los Gatos Union School District (LGUSD) is founded on inspiring teachers, caring parents, strong leaders, and an amazing mix of smart, creative and interested students. A spirit of respect and appreciation for young people is central to the educational philosophy of the Los Gatos community, and our schools emulate that belief. This is truly a place that fosters the kind of close relationships between educators and partners that last a lifetime ensuring LGUSD continues to operate on sound financial footing both today and tomorrow. The websites of the Los Gatos Education Foundation (Foundation) and the Home & School Clubs express the same ardor, shared experiences and expectations for the future as our teachers, staff, parents and students. Our schools rely heavily on a blended funding model that includes annual property taxes, parcel tax, and private donations from the Foundation and our five Home & School Clubs. It is this financial model that makes Los Gatos the envy of other school districts – and we will do the most we can, in the most lasting ways possible, for our children - grades K-8.
Why don’t our taxes cover our children’s education? In 2011-12, California ranked 47th overall in how much it spends per student – $8,667 when adjusted for regional cost differences, about $3,000 below the national average of $11,665. California remains near the bottom nationwide in per student spending (source: Quality Counts 2012). Few people know that the Federal government provides almost no funding to our five public schools in the Los Gatos Union School District. Why have a parcel tax, Foundation and Home & School Clubs? The parcel tax is applied to every real estate parcel in the Los Gatos district boundaries (with the exception of seniors, who may apply for an exemption). Therefore, every property owner helps support our five schools at a base level. This is a fair and equitable arrangement since our schools have consistently proven to positively impact property values. The Foundation, in partnership with the five Home & School Clubs, is supported primarily through parents and community partners. These donations allow us to offer unique programs not available in other public school districts. How do we use the money raised by the Foundation? All proceeds raised by the Foundation directly benefit every student at Blossom Hill Elementary, Daves Avenue Elementary, Lexington Elementary, Louise Van Meter Elementary and R.J. Fisher Middle School for equitable programs that span the five schools in the areas of Science, Music, Art, Resources, and Technology. How do we use the money raised by the Home & School Clubs? All proceeds raised by each Home & School Club benefit your child at his/her school to supplement district-wide funded programs in the areas of literacy, technology, physical education, mathematics, science, health, safety, student supplies, and other activities specific to each school site. It takes this unique partnership between the Home & School Clubs, the District, and the Foundation to educate and sustain all the great programs LGUSD has to offer our children. Our story continues to grow because of the generous donations from current school families, community members, alumni and local businesses. It takes a combined effort to offer exceptional programs for our students…today and tomorrow. Visit www.lgusd.org to learn more about our schools, our faculty, and our community partners!
FISHER SPORTS COMPLEX NOVEMBER 20, 2013 FAC MEETING MARTIN FREGOSO- ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT – BUSINESS SERVICES/CBO
SCENARIO C
NEW FITNESS/DANCE STUDIO/LOCKER ROOMS – PHASING COMPATIBLE
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SCENARIO C – ENTRY VIEW
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SCENARIO C – VIEW FROM FIELD
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SCENARIO C
NEW FITNESS/DANCE STUDIO/LOCKER ROOMS – PHASING COMPATIBLE HIGHLIGHTS
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RENOVATE EXISTING GYM AND NEW ADDITION
NEW OPTIMIZED LOCKER ROOM BUILDING, LOCATION, AND CAPACITY HVAC SYSTEM IMPROVEMENTS NEW CANOPY AND IMPROVED ENTRANCE PROVIDES DANCE STUDIO & FITNESS CENTER
PRELIMINARY SCHEDULE •
DESIGN
10 MONTHS ( NOVEMBER 1, 2013 – SEPTEMBER 1, 2014 )
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PERMIT
6 MONTHS ( SEPTEMBER 1, 2014 – FEBRUARY 1, 2015 )
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CONSTRUCTION
12MONTHS ( FEBRUARY 1, 2015-FEBRUARY 1, 2016 )
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SCENARIO C
NEW FITNESS/DANCE STUDIO/LOCKER ROOMS – PHASING COMPATIBLE PRELIMINARY PROJECT COST GYM ADDITION & RENOVATION
$5,492,265
GYM ENTRANCE WORK AND CANOPY
$1,561,987
MODULAR LOCKER ROOMS
$3,640,000
MODULAR DANCE/FITNESS
$2,189,005
SITE WORK
$1,118,681
PROJECT TOTAL
$14,001,938
(ESTIMATES INCLUDE 30% SOFT COSTS)
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CURRENT POSSIBLE FUNDING SOURCES Facilities Funds Measure E Prog Contingency Measure E Gym Budget Developer Fees Sub -Total
Amount $550,000 $4,405,000 $850,000 $5,805,000
Other Funds - Board Action Needed Fund 40 - Capital Projects Reserve Deferred Maintenance Routine Restricted Maintenance Contribution Sub - Total Total - Funding Sources
$4,000,000 $1,000,000 $800,000 $5,800,000 $11,605,000
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