Educational Programs Benefit from Predictable and Stable Funding
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Develop and implement a 3-year enrollment stabilization plan by January 2019, inclusive of possible changes in enrollment processes and intra- and inter-district policies, processes and procedures.
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Through thoughtful discussions with community leaders at both city and county levels, determine the feasibility of a parcel tax, sales tax, other general/tourist based tax and any other possible revenue generation opportunities.
Alignment and Allocation of Resources Should Always Mirror NVUSD Board Priorities and Goals
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District employees are our most valuable assets. Interest-based negotiations and council model have been the cornerstone of our positive labor relations for more than two decades. As this structure allows management and staff to remain focused on studentmachievement through implementation of Board priorities and goals, we will continue to support and nurture this management/labor model.
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Annually conduct a review of master schedules and class sizes to determine effectiveness and efficiency.
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Meaningful, constant and data driven review of our District-funded educational programs and extracurricular activities will be the foundation of our budget allocation recommendations.
Assess and Develop those Community Partnerships that Align, Support and Protect NVUSD Educational Programs and Resources
Maximize Effective and Sensible Facilities Management Based Upon Measurable Economic Realities
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Annually review and update the Measure H implementation plan.
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Continuously review and update demographic analysis to inform best use of facilities and our progress in attracting and retaining students.
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Allocate a minimum of 2.5% of the general fund budget for routine restricted maintenance to ensure ALL school facilities are maintained throughout the school year; actually use the allocated funds to address facilities needs.
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Fund annually the NVUSD deferred maintenance program at a minimum of 0.5% of the general fund budget to make targeted major repairs to our buildings.
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Wherever possible, NVUSD schools will use recycled water and alternative energy sources, implement energy-saving programs and
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participate in the composting/recycling initiative mandated by the State of California by 2020.
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Establish achievable and consistent standards for school maintenance with a focus on school cleanliness and improved work order responsiveness.
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Institutionalize tools, processes and systems of support to serve our community in emergency preparedness and response.