Ms. Carla Lopez, President of the Board of Education, called the Regular Board Meeting to order at 6:02 PM. Other members present were Mr. Robert L. Ochoa, Vice President; Ms. Donita O. Sena, Member; and Ms. Veronica C. Garcia, Superintendent. Ms. Sherry Tippett, Secretary and Mr. Jimmie Martinez, Member were excused. Mr. Ochoa made a motion to adjourn into Executive Session in which matters to be discussed were limited to personnel matters and certain purchases. Ms. Sena seconded the motion. All members were in favor. Meeting adjourned into Executive Session.

Ms. Lopez reconvened the meeting at 7:00 PM. Ms. Lopez stated the Board had just concluded an Executive Session in which matters discussed were limited to personnel matters and certain purchases. No action was taken. Let the record reflect that three members were present and Ms. Tippett and Mr. Martinez were excused.

Ms. Lopez asked Dr. Rendon to lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

Ms. Garcia made the following announcements.

1. Stated that there was an impression that the occupants at BF Young were primarily special education staff. She clarified that staff in the Curriculum and Instruction Department, TRC, Special Education and also a development-training center are located in the building.
2. Congratulated Tom Williams of Capital high school for being awarded "Outstanding Teacher of American History" by the National Society of the Daughter of the American Revolution; Maureen Nelson also of Capital High School was congratulated for her award, "Outstanding Educator in Civics" by The Center for Civic Values.
3. Seven 6^th grade students from Atalaya Elementary School took first place in the State and Regional competition "Destination Imagination Academic Tournament" in Albuquerque. The students will be participating in the D2K Global Finals at the Iowa State University May 24^th through May 27^th
4. ARTSmart raised $20,000 for art supplies in the Santa Fe Public Schools. Funds were distributed to each elementary school at a reception last Friday.
5. The Santa Fe Public Schools School to Careers will be conducting three presentations at the Region IV Association for Career & Technical Education Conference, which will be held on April 13-16 in Albuquerque.
6. The PIE Ball will take place on April 22^nd at Sweeney Convention Center.
7. Invited the Board to attend the Truancy Meeting that will be held on Tuesday of next week.

Mr. Gilbert Martinez and Mr. Chuck Pacheco informed the Board of a resolution that the Chamber of Commerce of Santa Fe has passed in regards to education.

1. Mr. Mike Kenny addressed the Board on the proposed improvements at Salazar Elementary School. Ms. Lopez advised Mr. Kenny the item will not be placed on the agenda until the appropriate time and the Board will not approve until they work with the staff.
2. Ms. Merida Blanco addressed the Board on keeping microwave antennas.
3. Ms. Suzanne Goetz also addressed the Board about microwave antennas.
4. Mr. Don Brayfield addressed the Board on Pepsi/Coke wars, testing scores at Ortiz Middle School and a grant regarding gang issues. Ms. Lopez stated that the Board has scheduled a Gang Task Force Study Session on May 4^th at Ortiz and also asked if Mr. Brayfield could spread the word about the meeting to other parents. Ms. Garcia stated that he could speak to Robert Ricci, the District's Grant Writer, to help write the grant.

1. Ms. Sena asked if something could be done to inform parents about the interzone process. She also asked if the registration at the high schools will be done together or will they be having separate sessions. Dr. Rendon stated that there will be various sessions at both schools.
2. Mr. Ochoa stated that so far there were a total of 51% of Santa Fe residents who submitted their census forms. He stated that it is important for everyone to fill out the forms and send them in. He stated the census will be at Cesar Chavez helping residents fill out their forms. He encouraged everyone to attend. He then mentioned that he just returned from the NSBA Conference in Orlando and was named the President-elect for the National Hispanic Caucus. He will serve as President next year and will become a voting member.
3. Ms. Lopez stated that in response to the Pepsi/Coke wars, the money that is collected at the sites goes into each school's activity fund such as activity trips. Ms. Garcia stated that the site determines the items placed in the machines.

Ms. Garcia stated the State Department of Education has reviewed for financial viability and recommends approval of BARS #71-00-340 through #71-00-350 subject to local Board approval. Mr. Ochoa made a motion to approve. Ms. Sena seconded the motion. All members were in favor. Motion carried.

Ms. Lopez informed the Board that policy #8195.2 states "the Board will appoint an Audit Committee the first meeting in February." Ms. Lopez also stated that there is one vacancy on the committee and would like to appoint Ms. Linda Borrego. Mr. Ochoa made a motion to approve. Ms. Sena seconded the motion. Board discussion: Ms. Sena asked if one of the other members would like to take her place on the committee, would the Board have to come back to change the appointment? Ms. Garcia stated that the Board could approve to appoint two Board Members one being Ms. Lopez and the other will be open in case one of the other members would like to replace Ms. Sena so that the name would not have to come back to the Board. Mr. Ochoa amended his motion to approve the Audit Committee Members which will include two Board members one being Ms. Lopez and the other will be open in case one of the other members would like to serve on the committee. Ms. Sena seconded the amended motion. All members were in favor. Motion carried as amended.

Mr. Bob Kosslyn, Executive Director for Technology, presented the 2000-2003 Technology Plan. Ms. Garcia commended Mr. Kosslyn and his staff for all their work. Board discussion: Ms. Lopez asked if the plan will go to the Curriculum and Instruction Director before is goes to the sites? Mr. Kosslyn stated that the Technology Council will be reviewing the plan and the Curriculum and Instruction Director serves on the committee. Ms. Lopez stated she has read the plan and thinks it is great. Mr. Ochoa thanked Mr. Kosslyn for the report and stated it is really informative. He stated that the District would have to look at the issue of funding in order to keep the technology from becoming obsolete. Ms. Garcia recommended approval of the 2000-2003 Technology Plan. Mr. Ochoa made a motion to approve. Ms. Sena seconded the motion. All members were in favor. Motion carried.

Mr. Ruben Mirabal, Interim Chief Operations Officer, presented the Public Pronouncement by SFPS Employees to the Board. Ms. Garcia recommended approval for First Reading of New Board Policy #4140 - Public pronouncement by SFPS Employees. Mr. Ochoa made a motion to approve. Ms. Sena seconded the motion. Board discussion: Ms. Lopez asked if "casting aspersions" on line 14 could be changed to something that could be easier to understand. Ms. Sena stated that the policy does not address the disciplinary action that will take place if an employee violates the policy. Ms. Garcia stated that the disciplinary action would be placed in the AR. Ms. Sena stated that on line 18 it references the Code of Ethics, does that include all employees. Mr. Mirabal stated no but the District has the Code of Conduct that would reflect all employees. Ms. Lopez asked when the policy comes back to the Board could the AR be attached. Ms. Garcia stated that the staff could attach the AR however, the Board does not approve the AR. Mr. Ochoa stated he would like to see NEA and AFT endorse the policy because it is an important piece if the policy is going to be enforced. All members were in favor. Motion carried.

Ms. Garcia recommended approval of Proposal #4 General 99-00 - To Furnish Construction Project Management Services. Mr. Ochoa made a motion to approve. Ms. Sena seconded the motion. Board Discussion: Mr. Ochoa stated by approving this tonight it does not mean the Board is approving the contract but allowing the District to enter into negotiations and if negotiations are not acceptable, then there is no contract? Mr. Mirabal agreed. Ms. Sena then stated that the verbal recommendation from the Superintendent stated to approve the proposal. Ms. Taylor clarified for the Board that the document does state that the company be awarded the contract. She then stated according to the RFP you could award the contract with the understanding that contract negotiations will be ongoing and if there is not an agreement then the RFP process is cancelled. The District will be entering into contract negotiations with the understanding that there is no written contract. All members were in favor. Motion carried.

9. Advance Planning

April 6, 2000 - 4:00 to 6:00 PM Management Analysis Study Session, ESC

April 18, 2000 - 6:00 PM Executive Session, 7:00 PM Regular Meeting, ESC

April 20, 2000 - 4:00 to 6:00 PM Principal/Administrators Union Study Session, ESC

May 2, 2000 - 6:00 PM Executive Session, 7:00 PM Regular Meeting, ESC

May 4, 2000 - 4:00 to 6:00 PM Gang Task Force Study Session, Ortiz Middle School

10. Adjournment