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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02-24-2014 MINUTESCity of Dublin/Dublin Unified School District Liaison Meeting Notes Monday, February 24, 2014 Convened Time: 5:38 PM Adjourned: 6:41 PM Liaison Members in Attendance: Vice Mayor Biddle; Councilmember Hart; School Board Trustee Miller; and School Board Trustee Tomlinson Absent: None. Staff: Acting City Manager Foss; Acting Asst. City Manager Smith; School Superintendent Hanke; and Parks and Community Services Director McCreary Public Comment – None. Update of School Population Growth – Dr. Hanke presented a report on the status of student population growth citywide and by certain school sites. Dr. Hanke mentioned that the District is a “high growth” District and that the current District population is approximately 8,300 students and will grow to 9,000 students by the start of the 2014 school year and he also indicated that they are “in front of the curve” as they are attempting to maximize the space usage at each school. However, he said 2014 will be a challenging year as the Board of Trustees may have to consider additional portable trailers at school sites as well as possible boundary changes. Update on School Construction – Dr. Hanke presented a status report on the on-going school construction projects including Dublin High School and Amador Elementary He mentioned that Amador, a 900 student elementary school, is ahead of schedule for a Fall 2015 opening. He stated that the total construction cost of an elementary school is approximately $70 million (land and facilities). Dr. Hanke also discussed the District’s efforts relative to the acquisition of future school sites (Jordan Ranch and Dublin Crossings/Camp Parks). Dr. Hanke reinforced that the District receives a portion of their construction funding from the State and that the State does not currently have plans for a Statewide Bond Measure for School Construction for 2014. Update on Center for Performing Arts & Education – Dr. Hanke presented a status report on the Center for Performing Arts & Education. He mentioned the proposed ribbon cutting in mid-May 2014 with a Gala opening in the Fall of 2014. He said they are working to hire a consultant to complete a business plan for the future operation of the facility. Update on DHS Swim Center/Emerald Glen Park Recreation & Aquatic Cente - Paul McCreary presented a brief update on the status of the Emerald Glen Park Recreation & Aquatic Center. – Dr. Hanke presented a preliminary plan for the siting of the DHS Swim Center on the DHS campus. Dr. Hanke mentioned that there is no set timeframe for the construction of the facility. Both the City and the District agreed that the Dublin Swim Center would remain operational until at least the time the new DHS pool was operational. Update on Parcel Tax – Dr. Hanke presented a status report on the efforts around the District’s renewal of the Parcel Tax. The Parcel Tax measure (Measure B) is a mail-in ballot in May 2014. It does not make any changes to the original Parcel Tax measure (Measure L). They are collecting approximately $1.5 M now, and anticipate the tax measure could generate $2.0 M if approved. The measure is for a 5-year period. District Office Renovation/Replacement – Dr. Hanke presented a status report on the potential ideas for renovation/replacement of the District Offices. He mentioned that the recent 7-11 Committee suggested that Nielsen School be retained for potential future uses, and that District Staff look at options for the District HQ site. District Staff is looking for up to 50,000 s.f. of office space. City Staff will continue to provide possible site/facilities for the District to consider. He also mentioned seeking a District Office site that could accommodate a medical magnet academy of up to 500 students. Chevron Energy Agreement – Chris Foss presented a brief overview of the City’s recently-completed energy project with Chevron. Dr. Hanke mentioned that the District is continuing to investigate possible projects to help reduce energy costs at all District sites. Future Meeting Dates – The next proposed Liaison Committee date was established for Monday, May 19, 2014. Other Business – None.