Jessica Dorris

The meeting included presentations on adult education diplomas, Calaveras River Academy diplomas, and an update from the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program. There was a report on Educational & Instructional Services, covering topics such as hands-on learning experiences, positive school climate, leadership class, training in trauma, MTSS grant, global society, virtual job shadow, foster youth coordination, facilities status, revision of expelled youth plan, curriculum alignment, parent engagement, and creating responsible citizens. The superintendent reported on chronic absenteeism, SARB activities, and career tech focus. The board discussed and took action on a resolution to honor National Mentoring Month in January 2018, certification statements regarding LPC membership, the 2017-18 1st Interim Report, a request for qualifications and proposals for energy retrofit, a collective bargaining agreement, disposal of assets, and temporary county certificates. Additionally, there was a Williams Quarterly Uniform Complaint Report Summary.

The City Council meeting included a presentation on Kindness Week, during which the Mayor read a commemorative proclamation. The council introduced the city's newest police officer in field training. Key actions taken involved the unanimous approval of the city's 10-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) following a presentation by the City Engineer, which prioritizes infrastructure projects like a significant wastewater treatment plant upgrade. Furthermore, the council unanimously approved staff-recommended midyear budget adjustments for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, which included a revenue and expenditure increase of $320,708 and the purchase of two new police vehicles, declaring the replaced vehicles as surplus. Financial reports indicated stable general fund revenues, with property tax collections at 100% of projections and Measure A revenues trending above budget. The Fire Chief also updated the council on plans to reinstate an advanced EMT training program and potentially acquire a new watertender in the next fiscal year.

The Local Control and Accountability Plan for Calaveras County Office of Education outlines strategies for the 2025-26 school year, primarily focusing on improving outcomes for all students, with an emphasis on high-needs students including foster youth, English learners, and low-income students. Key strategic pillars include advancing academic mastery and course completion, particularly in mathematics for socio-economically disadvantaged students; fostering a safe, caring, and supportive learning environment that addresses social-emotional needs; preparing students for successful post-secondary futures through career exploration and transition planning; providing support and pathways for expelled youth; and ensuring comprehensive educational, transportation, and transitional resources for foster youth.

The meeting included presentations on adult education and Calaveras River Academy diplomas, as well as reports on educational services, special education, business services, and student support services. Discussions covered CAASPP testing scores, academic differences between grade levels, and challenges in math education. The impact of a strike on special education services and the district's budget were also discussed. Additional topics included student mental health training, youth council activities, and the administration of the Healthy Kids Survey. The board also discussed the disposal of assets, financial contributions to the Calaveras Youth Mentoring Program, budget journals, and salary agreement costs. They reviewed and adopted revisions to the Comprehensive Safety Plan and policies related to social media, campus security, firearms on school grounds, and student conduct.

The meeting included reports on educational and instructional services, special education, business services, and student support services. Discussions covered topics such as new students at CRA, LCAP, adult education inquiries, internet improvements at extended day sites, and support for special education students. The Superintendent's Report addressed a countywide board dinner, a tech showcase at Mountain Oaks, a safety town hall meeting, crisis training, and challenges to the charter and special education issues at Mountain Oaks. New business included resolutions for full and fair funding of public schools, declaring April 2018 as Child Abuse Prevention Month, approving a firm for energy retrofit services, extending authorization for the County Superintendent to sign building project contracts, and approving the 2nd Interim Report. The board also discussed the need for fully qualified educators, emergency conditions affecting extended day programs, disposal of assets, and temporary county certificates.