Lisa August

The audit report discusses the financial activities related to the Measure L Bonds for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2020. It covers the financial statements, including the balance sheet and the statement of revenue, expenditures, and changes in fund balance. The report also includes supplementary information such as the schedule of expenditures and findings and recommendations. Additionally, it contains independent auditor's reports on internal control, compliance, and performance related to the Measure L Bonds program.

The meeting included recognition of classified school employees of the year, with nominations from various schools. Discussions also involved public comments on items not listed on the agenda.

The audit report discusses the Proposition 39/Measure I Bond program. It covers the statement of expenditures for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2017, and includes notes on the program, the Citizen's Oversight Committee, accounting policies, and the Measure I General Obligation Bond. The report also includes findings and recommendations, an independent auditor's report on internal control over financial reporting, and compliance with requirements that could have a direct and material effect on the Measure I Bond program.

The meeting included a presentation by Dr. Roderick Castro on the priorities of the school year, focusing on learning from students, mathematics discipline, and English learners. School sites presented their survey results and priorities for the 2022-2023 school year, covering topics such as academic, mental, and social support, parental involvement, and school safety. Multilingual student data was moved to the next meeting. Topics for future meetings include the volunteer process within the schools.

The Santa Rosa City Schools Board of Education passed a resolution to designate SRCS school sites, facilities, and equipment as safe havens for students, families, and the community. The resolution directs the Superintendent to support the creation of a safe haven school district, allocate resources to support diversity and inclusion, continue cultural proficiency training, and work with local municipalities to ensure students and families are offered a protected space. The Board reaffirms its focus on promoting belonging, inclusiveness, and kindness, and directs the Superintendent not to cooperate with Federal Immigration authorities except as required by law, notifying parents of any immigration inquiry about their children.