AGENDA SECTIONS




THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA

Miami, Florida

 

OFFICIAL AGENDA

 

OCTOBER 21, 2020 REGULAR BOARD MEETING 1:00 P. M

 

PURPOSE: To consider approval of minutes, bid opening lists, items submitted by the Superintendent, School Board Members, School Board Attorney, and other pertinent matters. This Regular Meeting conducted by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, is provided in accordance with Section 1001.372, Florida Statutes and is being held in accordance with Governor DeSantis’ Executive Order 20-69 Suspending Certain Statutory Public Meeting Requirements, and School Board Policy 0165. An agenda will be available no later than 11:00 a.m., on Monday, October 12, 2020. The agenda can be viewed by accessing the website www.dadeschools.net under Board Information. A copy of the agenda will also be available at Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue. For further information, telephone 305-995-1128. A citizen wishing to speak to an agenda item should submit a written request to the Citizen Information Center, Room 102, 1450 N.E. Second Avenue or at via-email request4appearance@dadeschools.net, by 4:30 p.m., Monday, October 19, 2020. A person wishing to appeal any decision made by The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, with respect to any matter considered at this meeting (hearing) should ensure the preparation of a verbatim record of the proceedings, including the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based.

Any person may present live comments by attending the School Board Administration Building's Auditorium, 1450 NE 2nd Avenue, Miami, FL 33128. In accordance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines each person will be required to wear a face covering for their nose and mouth (individuals are responsible for providing their own facial covering) and remain at least six (6) feet from other attendees upon arrival as they enter the School Board Administration Building and until his/her departure. Individuals who fail to adhere to these guidelines may be required to leave the premises.

The School Board of Miami-Dade County, Florida, seeks public input and participation. However, the public purpose is not served when citizens become disorderly or disrupt the meeting. Accordingly, the Chair may order the removal from any School Board meeting of any person interfering with the expeditious or orderly process of the meeting provided the Chair has first issued a warning that continued interference with the orderly processes of the meeting will result in removal. Any law enforcement authority or a sergeant-at-arms designated by Chair shall remove any person ordered removed pursuant to this section §1001.372 (3), Fla.Stat.

 

Speakers Supplemental List will generally be posted on Tuesday PM or Wednesday AM prior to the meeting. To view a history of the changes to the Agenda click here.

 

1:00 P. M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

MOMENT OF SILENT MEDITATION

AGENDA ITEMS ADDED/WITHDRAWN AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA

DISCLOSURE OF VOTING CONFLICTS

CONSENT AGENDA

APPROVAL OF BID OPENING LISTS:

APPROVAL OF BOARD MINUTES:

  • September 9, 2020 Regular School Board Meeting
  • September 14, 2020 Special School Board Meeting
  • September 21, 2020 Special School Board Meeting
  • September 29, 2020 Special School Board Meeting

 

A.   SUPERINTENDENT’S PRIORITY ITEMS

A-1 SUPERINTENDENT’S INFORMATIONAL REPORTS TO THE BOARD ON SELECTED TOPICS (REVISED)
 

 

C.   ACADEMICS, EVALUATION AND TECHNOLOGY

C-1

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2020-2021 EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE SCHOOL ADVISORY COUNCIL (EESAC) MEMBERSHIP ROSTERS

C-2

REQUEST THAT THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, APPROVE THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT PLANS (SIPs)

C-3

REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF THE TESTING CALENDAR FOR THE 2020-2021 SCHOOL YEAR (REVISED)

 

D.   PERSONNEL SERVICES AND STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT

D-20

REQUEST APPROVAL OF PERSONNEL ACTION LISTING 1136

D-21

REQUEST APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE APPOINTMENTS FOR 2020-2021 (REVISED)

D-22

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACTUAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, AND CITIZEN’S CRIME WATCH OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, INC.

D-23

REQUEST APPROVAL OF THE SUBMISSION OF THE SCHOOL DISTRICTS SAFETY AND SECURITY BEST PRACTICES SELF-ASSESSMENT FOR 2020-2021 TO THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION 

D-55

(REVISED-2)

1) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF AGREED UPON DISCIPLINARY ACTION

2) RECOMMENDED ACCEPTANCE OF DISCIPLINARY ACTION PENDING APPEAL

 

 

E.   INNOVATION, GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT/FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY

E-1

MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORTS FOR THE PERIODS ENDING JULY AND AUGUST 2020

E-86

INTERNAL AUDIT REPORT – SELECTED SCHOOLS/CENTERS

E-87

OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS’ 2019-2020 ANNUAL REPORT

E-88

AGREED-UPON PROCEDURES ASSOCIATED WITH CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC FUNDING AND EXPENDITURES

E-89

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD FLORIDA EDUCATION FINANCE PROGRAM FULL-TIME EQUIVALENT STUDENT ENROLLMENT AND STUDENT TRANSPORTATION FOR THE FYE JUNE 30, 2019 – REPORT NO. 2021-003

E-141

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-069-MV – CUSTODIAL CLEANING EQUIPMENT

E-142

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-050-MJ – TRANSMISSIONS - FACTORY REBUILT

E-143

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-055-MC- PLASTIC CAN LINERS

E-145

AWARD INVITATION TO BID NO. ITB-19-014-HR – BREAD AND BREAD PRODUCTS

E-146

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-010-CM - RISK MANAGEMENT AND INSURANCE BROKER SERVICES (WITHDRAWN)

E-147

AWARD REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. RFP-19-011-CM - TRANSPARENCY TOOLS FOR M-DCPS HEALTHCARE PLAN

E-201

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION TO ACCEPT GRANT AWARDS/DONATIONS FROM MULTIPLE FUNDING SOURCES AND ENTER INTO CONTRACTUAL SERVICE AGREEMENTS WITH THE AGENCIES PRESCRIBED IN THE GRANT (REVISED)

 

F.   FACILITIES AND CONSTRUCTION

F-1

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A NEW LEASE AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION (“KIPP MIAMI”), FOR KIPP MIAMI’S USE OF CLASSROOM AND ANCILLARY SPACE AT POINCIANA PARK ELEMENTARY, FOR THE OPERATION OF A SCHOOL OF HOPE CHARTER SCHOOL

F-2

AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH KIPP MIAMI, INC., A FLORIDA NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION (“KIPP MIAMI”), FOR KIPP MIAMI’S USE OF CLASSROOM AND ANCILLARY SPACE AT MADISON MIDDLE SCHOOL, FOR THE OPERATION OF A SCHOOL OF HOPE CHARTER SCHOOL

F-3

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG WYNWOOD HAUS, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 224-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

F-4

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG 700 EDGEWATER DEVELOPMENT, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 103-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

F-5

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG NOBE CREEK, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 70-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-6

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG BISCAYNE AND 20TH STREET, LLC (THE “PROPERTY OWNER”) AND 2000 BISCAYNE PROPERTY OWNER, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 393-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

F-7

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG LANCELOT MIAMI RIVER, LLC (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 430-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT; AND

AUTHORIZE THE SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY TO EXECUTE THE WAIVER OF CONFLICT LETTER FROM GREENBERG TRAURIG, WHICH FIRM IS SERVING SOLELY AS COUNSEL FOR THE APPLICANT IN THIS TRANSACTION

F-8

AUTHORIZE THE SUPERINTENDENT TO EXECUTE A PUBLIC SCHOOL CONCURRENCY PROPORTIONATE SHARE MITIGATION DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND AMONG PMG-GREYBROOK 400 BISCAYNE TRUSTEE LLC, A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, AUTHORIZED TO TRANSACT BUSINESS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA, AS TRUSTEE OF THE 400 BISCAYNE LAND TRUST PURSUANT TO THE 400 BISCAYNE LAND TRUST AGREEMENT, DATED AS OF JANUARY 12, 2018 (THE “APPLICANT”), THE SCHOOL BOARD, AND CITY OF MIAMI, IN CONNECTION WITH A NEW 646-UNIT RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT

F-9

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM BRISAS DEL RIO APARTMENTS, LLC, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 850 NW 13 COURT, CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA 33125

F-10

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM HTG RAINBOW HOUSING, LTD, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 301 NW 17 STREET, CITY OF MIAMI, FLORIDA 33136

F-11

RECOMMEND APPROVAL TO MIAMI-DADE COUNTY OF A REQUEST FROM CORAL WAY REAL ESTATE PARTNERS, LLC, FOR EXEMPTION FROM EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES IMPACT FEES IN CONNECTION WITH A HOUSING PROJECT FOR THE ELDERLY, LOCATED AT 9101 SW 24 STREET, MIAMI, FLORIDA 33165

F-26

COMMISSION OF ZYSCOVICH, INC., AS ARCHITECT/ ENGINEER OF RECORD FOR GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED NEW SCHOOL FACILITY TO REPLACE PORTABLES AT HERBERT A. AMMONS MIDDLE SCHOOL, PROJECT NUMBER 01894900

F-27

COMMISSION OF SUFFOLK CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC., AS CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AT-RISK FIRM FOR NEW SCHOOL FACILITY (GRADES 6-8) AND WORKFORCE HOUSING (BRICKELL AREA), PROJECT NUMBER 01777200

F-40

CHANGE ORDER CONFIRMATION OR APPROVAL

F-41

REQUEST AUTHORIZATION FOR THE SUPERINTENDENT OR HIS DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A SERVICE AGREEMENT, EASEMENTS, CONVEYANCES, AND ANY OTHER AGREEMENT AS MAY BE REQUIRED BETWEEN MIAMI-DADE COUNTY AND THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF WATER AND WASTEWATER FACILITIES TO SERVICE THE DR. TONI BILBAO PREPARATORY ACADEMY SCHOOL SITE; PROJECT NUMBER 01999900

F-42

AWARD TO FLORIDA LEMARK CORPORATION, THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS, ADDITION AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION (P.E.) SHELTER REPLACEMENT PROJECT AT M.A. MILAM K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01423600

F-43

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO VEITIA PADRON INCORPORATED FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS AND NEW P.E. SHELTER PROJECT AT EARLINGTON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01423200

F-44

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO H.A. CONTRACTING CORP. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT MIAMI EDISON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL; PROJECT NUMBER 01508400

F-45

AWARD GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE TO M.A.C. CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE GENERAL OBLIGATION BOND FUNDED RENOVATIONS PROJECT AT CORAL WAY K-8 CENTER; PROJECT NUMBER 01528300

F-80

AUTHORIZATION TO APPROVE THE PREQUALIFICATION OF CONTRACTORS FOR EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES CONSTRUCTION

 

G.   SCHOOL BOARD ATTORNEY

G-1

FINAL READING: TO REPEAL POLICY 8453, DIRECT CONTACT COMMUNICABLE DISEASES, AND REPLACE IT WITH POLICY 8453, CONTROL OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES

G-2

FINAL READING: TO AMEND BYLAWS 0124, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT; 0141.2, CONFLICT OF INTEREST; 0156, LEGAL COUNSEL; 0157, INSPECTOR GENERAL; AND POLICIES 1030, SUPERINTENDENT OF SCHOOLS; 1129, 3129, 4129, CONFLICT OF INTEREST; AND 6835, OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND COMPLIANCE AUDITS

G-3

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 5517, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT (STUDENTS); 5517.02, DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURES FOR STUDENTS; 5517.03, DATING VIOLENCE OR ABUSE; 2260, NONDISCRIMINATION AND ACCESS TO EQUAL EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY; 5610, SUSPENSION AND EXPULSION OF STUDENTS

G-4

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1362, 3362, 4362, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT, AND 1362.02, 3362.02, 4362.02, ANTI-DISCRIMINATION/HARASSMENT COMPLAINT PROCEDURE

G-5

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 1210, 3210, 4210, STANDARDS OF ETHICAL CONDUCT; 1210.01, 3210.01, 4210.01, CODE OF ETHICS

G-6

FINAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 5500, STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE

G-7

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICY 2510, INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS AND RESOURCES, AND ACCOMPANYING PROCEDURES MANUAL

G-8

INITIAL READING: TO AMEND POLICIES 7540, Computer Technology and Networks, 7540.01, TECHNOLOGY PRIVACY, 7540.04, Staff Responsible Use of Technology, Social Media, and District Network Systems, 2450, ADULT, POST-SECONDARY, CAREER TECHNICAL AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION, 5112, Entrance Requirements, 6233, District Budget, 2410, School Health Services Program, and 9143, SECURE OUR FUTURE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

G-9

MIAMI-DADE COUNTY SCHOOL BOARD v. Linda Thigpen,  DOAH Case No.  19-3521TTS

 

H.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

Proposed Board Member Initiatives

H-3

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE OCTOBER AS NATIONAL BULLYING PREVENTION AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-4

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE THE “CLICK IT OR TICKET” NATIONAL SEAT BELT ENFORCEMENT MOBILIZATION CAMPAIGN, FROM NOVEMBER 16 THROUGH 29, 2020 (REVISED)

H-5

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, ENDORSE NOVEMBER 19, 2020, AS NATIONAL PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT DAY THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-6

PROCUREMENT POLICIES AND VENDOR DONATIONS (WITHDRAWN)

H-7

SCHOOL DISTRICT MEETINGS WITH HEALTH EXPERTS

H-8

STUDENT PLEDGES (REVISED)

H-9

AMENDING SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165, PUBLIC MEETINGS, TO ESTABLISH A TIME CERTAIN FOR THE COMPLETION OF ALL BOARD MEETINGS (WITHDRAWN)

H-10

SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT RECOGNIZING OCTOBER 2020 AS NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH THROUGHOUT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (REVISED)

H-11

MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY WEEK, NOVEMBER 22-28, 2020 (REVISED)

H-12

MIAMI-DADE SCHOOL BOARD ENDORSEMENT OF NATIONAL FAMILY LITERACY DAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2020 (REVISED)

H-13

CARES ACT FUNDING AND TEACHER SUPPLY FLEXIBILITY (REVISED-2)

H-14

SCHOOL BOARD POLICY 0165.1 (REVISED 2)

H-15

ACADEMIC ACCOUNTABILITY AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-16

ROW HARD OR ROW HOME AT MIAMI-DADE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS (M-DCPS) (REVISED)

H-18

OFFERING CHOICE THROUGH VIRTUAL PLATFORMS

H-19

EXTENDING CHOICE TO TRANSFORM EDUCATION (REVISED)

H-20

POLITICAL BIASES

H-21

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING VERIZON AND THE INNOVATIVE LEARNING PROGRAM IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DIGITAL PROMISE (REVISED)

H-22

THE SCHOOL BOARD OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, FLORIDA, JOIN IN RECOGNIZING THE 2020 AMERICAN FEDERATION OF STATE, COUNTY, AND MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEEES, LOCAL 1184 (AFSCME) EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR AND CUSTODIAN OF THE YEAR, MR. ATRAVIUS SMITH, HEAD CUSTODIAN AT JOHN A. FERGUSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

H-23

ADVOCATE FOR THE EXTENSION OF THE FUNDING HOLD HARMLESS FOR THE FULL FISCAL YEAR 2020-2021 AND A HOLD HARMLESS ON THE CONSEQUENCES RELATED TO THE STATE ACCOUNTABILITY SYSTEM (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

H-24

COUNCIL OF GREAT CITY SCHOOLS 64th ANNUAL FALL CONFERENCE UPDATE (GOOD CAUSE)

H-25

AMENDMENT TO SCHOOL BOARD POLICIES GOVERNING DIRECT SUPPORT ORGANIZATIONS, BUSINESS ETHICS, AND SOLICITATION/ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS (REVISED GOOD CAUSE)

H-26 REVIEW OF COMPLIANCE WITH PROCUREMENT POLICIES FOR COVID RELATED GOODS AND SERVICES (GOOD CAUSE)

 

Board Member Discussion Issues/New Business

I.   OFFICE OF SCHOOL BOARD MEMBERS

I-1

CORRESPONDENCE, REPORTS, AND OTHER INFORMATION

Individual Board members may present correspondence addressed to them, reports from various committees on which they serve as School Board Liaison and other education-related information of interest to the public.  

 

ADJOURNMENT
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