1. Be provided a review of the highlights of 2001-2002;
2. Receive the proposed slate of candidates for the June election and be provided an opportunity to nominate additional candidates;
3. Receive a copy of the 2002-2003 budget;
4. Have the opportunity to socialize with their current colleagues, as well as, those who have retired.

The Clark County Association of Secondary School Principals and the Clark County Association of Elementary School Principals will hold end of the year business meetings at the same location beginning at approximately 4:00 p.m.

CCASA invites and encourages all active, associate, and affiliate members to attend this important meeting. Soft drinks, beer, wine, and appetizers will be served.

APRIL REPRESENTATIVE COUNCIL MEETING

On April 4, 2002, the CCASA Representative Council held its regular monthly meeting. The major items discussed included the following:

1. The revenue, expenditures, and balances within the CCASA Association and Trust Fund Accounts;

2. A review of the status of:

A. Negotiations – No new sessions have been held. CCASA’s share of the new state insurance money is $159,741 for each year of the biennium. This money will be used to continue to provide the current health insurance subsidy through June 2003. The receipt of the state insurance money will likely enable the entire 2% salary increase approved by the state legislature and scheduled to begin in July 2002, to be placed on the salary schedule;

B. Administrators’ Advisory Council – The agenda items for the March 12, 2002, meeting were reviewed;

C. Lawsuits – A status report of the two lawsuits filed by former CCASA members was provided;

D. Dr. Orci / Dr. Rulffes / CCASA Staff Meeting – The agenda items for the March 18 and April 1 meetings with Dr. Orci and Dr. Rulffes were reviewed;

E. CCASA Survey – The Representative Council was notified that copies of the CCASA survey and the 38 pages of typed comments were provided to Superintendent Garcia, Dr. Orci, and Dr. Rulffes. Each of the region superintendents were also provided with a copy of the survey and the comments specific to their region. Copies of the survey will also be released to the Board and to the media. A CCASA committee was formed to complete a survey analysis and executive summary;

F. TOSA Positions – The District provided CCASA a listing of TOSA positions by name and funding source. The list was provided to the Representative Council and the members were asked to review it;

G. CCASA Office Furniture / Technology – The Representative Council approved the purchase of office furniture for the additional office space recently leased. Additionally, the cost of purchasing and installing a new office computer system, as well as, the creation of a CCASA web page will be determined and reported to the Representative Council at the May meeting;

H. ALN Report – The final report for the ALN activity was reviewed. Only 111 of 888 members attended (12.5%). Due to the cost of the activity and lack of member attendance it was suggested that the activity not be held next year;

I. Secretary’s Day – The Representative Council approved the purchase of gift certificates for Debbie Cavin and Sadie Tanaka;

3. New Business:
Administrators’ Advisory Council Meeting – The next meeting with Superintendent Garcia will be held on May 21, 2002. Agenda items will be determined at the May Representative Council meeting;

4. Committee Reports – Kathy Kulas, President of CCAESP, outlined CCAESP activities. Allin Chandler provided an update of the reclassification study. No report was provided by CCASSP or the CCASA Legal Committee;

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

ADMINISTRATORS’ ADVISORY COUNCIL

The Administrators’ Advisory Council held its fourth meeting of the school year with Mr. Garcia on March 12, 2002. Agenda items for the meeting and a brief summary of the superintendent’s responses were as follows:

1. Facilities Reorganization – CCASA’s concern was that the District did not consult with CCASA prior to the reorganization and that the reorganization created new administrative positions prior to the completion of the reclassification study.
Mr. Garcia indicated that he did guarantee CCASA that there would be no further administrative reclassification until after the reclassification study was completed. Mr. Garcia will talk with Dr. Rulffes to determine which of the newly created administrative positions can be placed on hold until the reclassification process is operational.

2. Custodial Assignment Changes – CCASA expressed concern and surprise regarding the change in custodial assignments. Custodial issues had been on the Advisory Council agenda for November, January, February, and March and never once did the District indicate that the allocation formula was being changed.
Dr. Orci indicated that the region superintendents had selected principals to make recommendations for custodial services. Despite CCASA’s concern, no response was provided for why the existence of this committee was not communicated to the Administrators’ Advisory Council.

3. CCASA Survey – CCASA informed Superintendent Garcia that 304 surveys were received and tabulated. Fifteen additional surveys were received outside the stated timeline and were not included in the count.
Mr. Garcia is looking forward to reviewing the results of the 2002 CCASA membership survey.

4. Evaluation / Research / Design Status – CCASA asked Superintendent Garcia for a status report.
Mr. Garcia indicated that he had received a draft report from the consultants and that a copy will be provided to CCASA. Mr. Garcia also stated that the consultant will draft the job description for the new position.

5. Non-Essential Tasks – CCASA asked for a status report on the non-essential tasks which were previously provided to the superintendent.
The superintendent stated that the listing of non-essential tasks had been presented to cabinet and that he is awaiting feedback from the regions and other division heads. Mr. Garcia will establish a deadline for the return of this input.

6. Advisory Council Meeting Schedule – It was mutually agreed that the next meeting of the Administrators’ Advisory Council will be held on May 21, 2002.