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1. Administrative promotion / transfer / vacancies – CCASA’s concern in this area continues to be that administrators are not being notified of current administrative vacancies, the inconsistent manner in which positions are advertised, the lack of a written region transfer agreement, and the lack of an effective district communication procedure for notifying new administrators of their appointments.

Mr. Garcia stated that he is in support of CCASA’s recommendation that administrative vacancies created by the filling of positions in executive cabinet on Tuesdays be advertised via email and that administrators have an opportunity to let the District know of their interest in being considered for the newly created vacancies. Mr. Garcia also indicated his interest in having CCASA work with Dr. Goldman and Dr. Rice to revise the written transfer procedure for the District. He reiterated his intent that all appointees be notified in a timely manner and that there shall be no regional preferences related to transfer and promotion.

2. Custodial supervision – CCASA previously discussed this item with the superintendent and asked for a status report regarding the supervision of custodial personnel and the approval of custodial vacation requests by school principals.

Mr. Garcia indicated that he asked Dr. Herron to rewrite the policy to give principals the full authority to evaluate the head custodian and approve all custodial leave requests. Mr. Garcia also indicated that he requested that Dr. Herron complete a custodial study to improve custodial services to schools, especially in the area of custodial substitutes. Dr. Herron will work with a group of school administrators to complete these assigned tasks.

3. SASI – CCASA previously discussed SASI concerns with the superintendent and asked for a status report at this meeting.

Mr. Garcia stated that most issues appear to be resolved and that he is unaware of any new problems surfacing. Mr. Garcia and Dr. Orci requested that any SASI issues be brought to their attention immediately.

4. Budget cuts – This item was discussed at a previous advisory meeting. CCASA requested a status report from the superintendent. CCASA also requested information related to TOSA positions which had been reinstated, as well as, administrative positions which had been deleted more than once from the District budget.

The superintendent indicated that he has asked each division to submit a 10% budget reduction for next year. Mr. Garcia stated that the District may receive $5 million from the state, but would still need to cut between $5 and $10 million. He stated that meetings held with the governor have not been “good news.” Mr. Garcia, however, is optimistic that funding for utilities, health insurance, and special programs will be provided. Mr. Garcia is considering an “adequacy funding lawsuit” if additional funds are not provided by the Legislature. Dr. Orci indicated that information on TOSA’s will be provided to CCASA.

5. Region issues – CCASA expressed its desire that the superintendent’s A+ in Action Plan be implemented in a consistent manner in each of the regions. Additionally, CCASA expressed concern that principals have not received the complete list of eligible candidates to review when filling administrative position vacancies.

Mr. Garcia agrees with CCASA’s position that the A+ in Action Plan must be implemented on a consistent basis in each of the regions and that principals should have full access to QSP lists when filling vacant positions.

6. ISO9000 – CCASA requested that the superintendent explain how ISO9000 will improve services to schools.

Mr. Garcia indicated that ISO9000 exists for customer satisfaction and that it is a tool that will be used by the District to examine and improve the delivery of services. He indicated that this procedure is widely recognized in the business world and will become a big part of the District’s accountability plan.

7. Personnel and financial resources – CCASA expressed concern that schools are responsible for postage costs, printing expenses, and the purchase of custodial supplies. Additionally, the impact of TOSA positions and the reinstatement of only 50% of the deferred teaching positions were discussed.

Mr. Garcia indicated that next year schools will no longer be responsible for school postage expense. He also indicated that there will be more TOSA cuts next year.

1. The revenue, expenditures, and balances of the various accounts within the CCASA General Fund and Trust Fund Accounts;

2. A review of the status of:

A. Negotiations – No new negotiation sessions had been held. A negotiation session will be scheduled in February to revisit non-money items and to propose that the money saved by converting to _ contracts for secondary summer school site administrators be utilized to enhance the year round school and secondary activity stipends;

B. Administrators’ Advisory Council – Agenda items and the superintendent’s responses for the January 22, 2002, meeting were reviewed;

C. Public Education Foundation -- CCASA’s concerns regarding the recently approved memorandum of understanding between the Board and the Foundation were outlined;

D. Lawsuit – The status of a lawsuit filed by a former member against CCASA was outlined. CCASA has rejected the idea of any settlement offer being proposed by our insurance carrier;

E. Dr. Orci / Dr. Rulffes / CCASA Staff Meeting – Agenda items from the January 28, 2002, meeting were discussed. These items included the Public Education Foundation, correction of errors in the Guide to Supervision, correction of administrative information on the District’s web page, consistency in implementation of the A+ in Action Plan, consistency in flying administrative positions, the Southwest Area survey, and budget and personnel concerns;

F. CCASA Survey – A draft copy of the 2002 CCASA Membership Survey was provided. A special meeting of the Representative Council was scheduled for February 13, 2002, to finalize the survey as well as the recommendations of the Non-essential School Task Committee;

G. Non-essential School Task Committee -- Ken Bedrosian provided a draft copy of the recommendations of the Non-essential School Task Committee. These recommendations will be discussed at the special Representative Council meeting on February 13, 2002;

3. New Business:

A. CCASA’s Proposed Executive Limitation – CCASA’s efforts regarding the proposal of an additional Executive Limitation for the Board to use in evaluating the superintendent was reviewed;

B. CCASA Office Lease – Approved the lease of an additional 332 square feet of office space immediately adjacent to the CCASA office. This additional space will provide needed storage and an office to meet future CCASA needs;

C. CCASA / NASA Relations – A meeting is scheduled in February with NASA to discuss our legislative and lobbying effort for the 72nd session of the Nevada Legislature;

D. Instructional Unit Special Allocation – The recent monetary allocation to elementary and high schools and the offer of District assistance for the purchase of algebra books for middle schools were reviewed;

E. CCASA Office Technology Upgrade – Authorization was given for the CCASA staff to determine the cost associated with the purchase of new computers and related equipment for the CCASA office;

4. Committee Reports – Kathy Kulas, President of CCAESP, provided an update of association activities. No report was provided for CCASSP. David Harcourt reported on the progress of the Reclassification Committee. The CCASA Legal Committee had no information to report; and

5. Allin Chandler, CCASA Executive Director, provided an overview of the accountant’s report, the membership report and a review of the various CCASA activities and the types of assistance provided to CCASA members.