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Santa Ana Unified School District

1601 E. Chestnut Avenue

Santa Ana, California 92701

MINUTES

REGULAR MEETING

SANTA ANA BOARD OF EDUCATION

July 22, 2014

CALL TO ORDER

The meeting was called to order at 5:22 p.m. by Board President Yamagata-Noji.

Other members in attendance were Mr. Richardson and Mr. Palacio.

Cabinet members present were Dr. Miller, Dr. Phillips, Dr. Haglund, Mr.

McKinney, Ms. Lohnes, and Mr. Dixon. Ms. Miller and Dr. Rodriguez were not in

attendance.

CLOSED SESSION PRESENTATIONS

Dr. Yamagata-Noji asked those wishing to address the Board in matters

pertaining to Closed Session to step to the lectern.

There were no individuals wishing to address the Board.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

The Regular Board meeting was immediately recessed at 5:22 p.m. to consider

legal issues, negotiations, and personnel matters.

Ms. Iglesias arrived during Closed Session.

RECONVENE OPEN MEETING

The Regular Board meeting reconvened at 6:16 p.m.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

The meeting was opened with the Pledge of Allegiance led by Board Member

Palacio.

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SUPERINTENDENT’S REPORT

Dr. Miller opened his report by providing a brief description of the various

offerings provided by the SAUSD Summer Enrichment Programs. Superintendent Miller

mentioned the upcoming K-12 production of the Wizard of Oz. He provided an update

on Healthnuts and Handlebars completing their bicycle trek across the United States

and exceeding their goal of $12,000 for the Kevin Armstrong MD Memorial Sports

Foundation. Dr. Miller concluded his remarks by announcing that Board President

Yamagata-Noji was selected as the 2014 recipient of the Dr. John W. Rice Diversity

and Equity Award. She was recognized for her long-standing commitment to promoting

and enhancing diversity at Mt. San Antonio and Chaffey Colleges’ Online to College

Program, where she is the Vice President of Student Services.

PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS

Dr. Yamagata-Noji asked those wishing to address the Board on matters related

to agenda items to step to the lectern. Candace Chromy and Kevin Cabrera addressed

the Board regarding the upcoming events at the Heritage Museum of Orange County.

Clay Bock addressed the Board related to Chief Rodriguez from School Police.

Araceli Cazales addressed the Board related to the Toyama Karate after school

program.

1.0 APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR

The following items were removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion and

separate action:

1.4 Approval of Elementary and Intermediate School Site Mandatory Uniform

Dress Plans

1.18 Approval/Ratification of Listing of Agreements/Contracts with Santa

Ana Unified School District and Various Consultants Submitted for

Period of June 11, 2014 through June 24, 2014

1.19 Approval of Agreement with ParentLink for 2014-15 School Year

1.20 Adoption of Resolution No. 14/15-3019 – Establish Temporary Interfund

Transfers

It was moved by Mr. Richardson, seconded by Dr. Yamagata-Noji, and carried 4-

0, Mr. Hernández not in attendance, to approve the remaining items on the

Consent Calendar as follows:

1.1 Approval of Minutes of Regular Board Meeting - June 24, 2014

1.2 Summarized Data of Williams Settlement Fourth Quarterly Report

1.3 Approval of Extended Field Trip(s) in Accordance with Board Policy (BP) 6153

– School-Sponsored Trips and Administrative Regulation (AR) 6153.1 – Extended

School- Sponsored Trips

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1.5 Authorization to Renew Subscription with Apex Learning for Digital

Curriculum and Services for 2014-15 School Year

1.6 Approval of Renewal of Service Agreement with The Regents of The

University of California Center for Educational Partnerships for 2014-15

School Year

1.7 Approval of Submission of Orange County Arts Education Collaborative Fund

Grant Application for 2014-15 School Year

1.8 Approval of Third Assessment Child Outcomes and School Readiness Plan

1.9 Approval of Expulsion of Students for Violation of California Education Code

Sections 48900, 48900.2, 48900.3, 48900.4, 48900.7, and/or 48915(c) According

to Board Policy 5144.1

324315 – Century

For the violation of Education Code Section 48900, paragraph A, B that the Board expel the

student from the schools of the District, and that the student may apply for readmission on or

after January 30, 2015.

303832 – Saddleback

For the violation of Education Code Section 48900, paragraph A, .4 that the Board expel the

student from the schools of the District, and that the student may apply for readmission on or

after January 30, 2015.

316943 – Saddleback

For the violation of Education Code Section 48900, paragraph C that the Board expel the student

from the schools of the District, and that the student may apply for readmission on or after

January 30, 2015.

328827 – Sierra

For the violation of Education Code Section 48900, paragraph A, .4 that the Board expel the

student from the schools of the District, and that the student may apply for readmission on or

after January 30, 2015.

321243 – Valley

For the violation of Education Code Section 48900, paragraph B that the Board expel the student

from the schools of the District, and that the student may apply for readmission on or after

July 22, 2015.

323132 – Valley

For the violation of Education Code Section 48900, paragraph B that the Board expel the student

from the schools of the District, and that the student may apply for readmission on or after

July 22, 2015.

316008 – Valley

For the violation of Education Code Section 48900, paragraph B that the Board expel the student

from the schools of the District, and that the student may apply for readmission on or after

July 22, 2015.

310710 – Valley

For the violation of Education Code Section 48900, paragraph B that the Board expel the student

from the schools of the District, and that the student may apply for readmission on or after

July 22, 2015.

1.10 Approval/Ratification of Master Contracts and/or Individual Service

Agreements with Nonpublic Schools and Agencies for Students with Disabilities

for the 2013-14 and 2014-15 School Years

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1.11 Ratification of Payment and Reimbursement of Costs Incurred for Designated

Instructional Services for Students with Disabilities for 2013-14 School

Year

1.12 Approval of Payment and Reimbursement of Costs Incurred for Designated

Instructional Services for Students with Disabilities for 2014-16 School

Years

1.13 Approval of Memorandum of Agreement with University of Southern California

School of Social Work for 2014-17 School Years

1.14 Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with Boys Town California, Inc.

1.15 Approval of Memorandum of Understanding with The Gary Center of Orange County

1.16 Ratification of Purchase Order Summary and Listing of Orders $25,000 and

Over for Period of June 11, 2014 through June 24, 2014

1.17 Ratification of Expenditure Summary and Warrant Listing for Period of June

11, 2014 through June 24, 2014

1.21 Authorization to Utilize California Multiple Award Schedule Agreement

with Ricoh USA, Inc., for Lease of Duplication Equipment for Publications

and Approval of Equipment Lease Finance Agreement with PNC Equipment Finance,

LLC

1.22 Acceptance of United States Department of Agriculture Fresh Fruit and

Vegetable Program Grant for 2014-15 School Year

1.23 Approval of Rejection of Government Code §910 and §910.2 Claims Against

Santa Ana Unified School District – File Numbers: 14-16703 RV and 14-16878

JT

1.24 Acknowledgement of Receipt of Material Revision of NOVA Academy Charter

Petition

1.25 Authorization of Sublease Agreement Between El Sol Science & Arts

Academy and Share Our Selves Corporation

1.26 Authorization to Renew Predictive Roof Maintenance Contract for 2014-15

Fiscal Year

1.27 Approval of Substitute Subcontractor for Bid Package No. 1 New Building and

Sitework - Concrete at Wilson Elementary School Under Overcrowding Relief

Grant Program

1.28 Approval of Board Member’s Attendance to California School Boards

Association Annual Education Conference from December 13 through December 16,

2014, in San Francisco, California

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1.29 Approval of Personnel Calendar Including the Transition of Specific Staff

Members with such Topics as: Hiring, Promotions, Transfers,

Resignations, Retirements, and Leaves

1.30 Acceptance of Gifts in Accordance with Board Policy 3290 – Gifts, Grants,

and Bequests

ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION AND SEPARATE ACTION:

1.4 Approval of Elementary and Intermediate School Site Mandatory Uniform Dress

Plans

It was moved by Dr. Yamagata-Noji, seconded by Mr. Richardson, and carried

4-0, Mr. Hernández not in attendance, to approve the elementary and

intermediate school site Mandatory Uniform Dress plans.

1.18 Approval/Ratification of Listing of Agreements/Contracts with Santa Ana

Unified School District and Various Consultants Submitted for Period of June

11, 2014 through June 24, 2014

It was moved by Mr. Palacio, seconded by Mr. Richardson, and carried 4-0,

Mr. Hernández not in attendance, to approve/ratify the listing of

agreements/contracts with the Santa Ana Unified School District and various

consultants submitted for the period of June 11, 2014 through June 24,

2014.

1.19 Approval of Agreement with ParentLink for 2014-15 School Year

It was moved by Dr. Yamagata-Noji, seconded by Mr. Richardson, and carried

4-0, Mr. Hernández not in attendance, to approve the ParentLink for the

2014-15 school year to provide an automated messaging system and mobile

application (app.)

1.20 Adoption of Resolution No. 14/15-3019 – Establish Temporary Interfund

Transfers

It was moved by Mr. Palacio, seconded by Ms. Iglesias, and carried 4-0, Mr.

Hernández not in attendance, to adopt Resolution No. 14/15-3019 to

establish temporary interfund transfers for 2014-15 fiscal year.

ANNOUNCEMENT

Dr. Yamagata-Noji acknowledged District retirees and highlighted gifts received.

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PUBLIC HEARING

Conduct a Public Hearing for Charter Petition for Achievement Peaks Academy Charter

School

Dr. Yamagata-Noji declared the Public Hearing open. She asked those wishing to

address the Board to step to the lectern.

Nephi B. Aiono, Chief Executive Officer provided a brief presentation to the

Board.

After hearing comments, Dr. Yamagata-Noji declared the Public Hearing closed.

PRESENTATIONS

40 Developmental Assets Program

Dr. Yamagata-Noji called Dr. Haglund, Deputy Superintendent, Educational

Services to the lectern. He invited Patricia Gomez, Coordinator, Parent, Family

and Community. Ms. Gomez provided background information to the Board with the

assistance of three parent facilitators; Ms. Pena, Ms. Cazales, and Ms. Nunez.

End-of-Year Attendance Update: Creating an Attendance-Going Culture of Success

Dr. Yamagata-Noji called Ms. Lohnes, Assistant Superintendent, Support Services

to the lectern. She invited Dr. Rodarte Llamas, Director, School Climate. Dr.

Rodarte Llamas provided the Board attendance outcomes, overview, and a total

absence summary.

Adult Transition Program for Students with Disabilities

Dr. Yamagata-Noji called Ms. Lohnes, Assistant Superintendent, Support Services

to the lectern. She invited Ryan Murray, Coordinator, Adult Transition. Mr.

Murray provided the Board a program overview, summary, and post school outcomes.

2013-14 Annual Update Santa Ana School Police Department

Dr. Yamagata-Noji called Dr. Rodriguez, Chief of School Police to the lectern.

He provided the Board with the annual update which included vision and goals,

overview, outcomes, accomplishments, and professional development.

Mr. Hernández arrived during presentations.

Discussion and Update on High School Athletic Fields

Dr. Yamagata-Noji called Mr. Dixon, Assistant Superintendent, Facilities and

Governmental Relations to the lectern. He provided the Board with an update on

athletic fields. After further discussion, the Board provided direction related to

the planning of potential installation of artificial turf at school sites.

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REGULAR AGENDA – ACTION ITEMS

2.0 APPROVAL OF SCHOOLWIDE SINGLE PLANS FOR STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT FOR 2014-15 SCHOOL

YEAR

It was moved by Mr. Hernández, seconded by Mr. Palacio, and carried 5-0, to

approve the Schoolwide Single Plans for Student Achievement for the 2014-15

school year.

3.0 ACCEPTANCE OF FEDERAL SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT GRANT FUNDING FOR VALLEY HIGH

SCHOOL FOR 2014-17 SCHOOL YEARS

It was moved by Mr. Palacio, seconded by Ms. Iglesias, and carried 5-0, to

accept the Federal School Improvement Grant (SIG) funding for Valley High

School for the 2014-17 school years.

4.0 AUTHORIZATION TO REPAIR THE PIPE ORGAN AT SANTA ANA HIGH SCHOOL

It was moved by Mr. Richardson, seconded by Dr. Yamagata-Noji, and carried 5-

0, to authorize staff to repair the pipe organ at Santa Ana High School to

working condition.

5.0 AUTHORIZATION TO AWARD CONTRACTS FOR PURCHASE OF SPECIALTY PAPER FOR

PUBLICATIONS DEPARTMENT AND COPIER PAPER SUPPLIES FOR WAREHOUSE STOCK

It was moved by Dr. Yamagata-Noji, seconded by Mr. Richardson, and carried 5-

0, to authorize staff to award contracts to Unisource Worldwide, Inc.,

Spicer’s Paper, Xpedx an International Paper Co., and Kelly Paper Co., for the

purchase of specialty paper for the Publications Department and copier paper

supplies for Warehouse stock renewable annually for a period of up to three-

years, pursuant to Bid No. 06-14.

6.0 APPROVAL OF NEW JOB DESCRIPTION, MANAGER OF TRANSPORTATION

It was moved by Mr. Palacio, seconded by Mr. Richardson, and carried 5-0, to

approve the new job description, Manager of Transportation.

7.0 RATIFICATION OF COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNICATIONS WORKERS OF

AMERICA, LOCAL CHAPTER 9510 FOR 2014-17 SCHOOL YEARS

It was moved by Mr. Palacio, seconded by Mr. Richardson, and carried 5-0, to

approve the ratification of the Collective Bargaining Agreement with

Communications Workers of America, Local Chapter 9510 (CWA) for the 2014-17

school years.

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BOARD AND STAFF REPORTS/ACTIVITIES

Ms. Iglesias

Thanked Dr. Rodriguez for coordinating site visit observations at Godinez

Fundamental High School, Carr Intermediate, Pio Pico and Kennedy

Elementary Schools’ Summer Enrichment Programs; refreshing to see students

having fun and getting engaged; teachers were enthusiastic and motivated.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

The Regular Board meeting was immediately recessed at 9:58 p.m. to consider

personnel matters.

Ms. Lohnes and Mr. Dixon were not in attendance during Closed Session.

RECONVENE OPEN MEETING

The Regular Board meeting reconvened at 10:57 p.m.

REPORT OF ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION

By a vote of 4-0, the Board took action to approve Workers’ Compensation Stipulated

Awards for certificated employee, as named in Closed Session – Claim Numbers: SUSD-

007320 and SUSD-007345, in the amount of $33,350.00.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ___X__ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ___X__ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __4___ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ___1__

By a vote of 3-2, the Board took action to appoint Maria Lopez-Guerra, Ed.D. to the

position of Director of Community Relations.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ___X__ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ___X__ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes ___3__ Noes___2__ Abstain______ Absent ______

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By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Donald (Don) Isbell to the

position of Director of Regional Occupational Program (ROP)/Vocational Education

Program.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ___X__ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández __X___ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Diana Torres to the position of

Principal at Heroes Elementary School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ___X__ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ___X__ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Erica Graves to the position of

Principal at Romero-Cruz Elementary School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ___X__ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ___X__

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Michael A. Parra to the position

of Principal at Century High School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ___X__ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson __X___ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes ___5__ Noes__0___ Abstain______ Absent ______

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By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint David L. Richey to the position

of Principal at Valley High School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ___X__ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández __X___ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes__0___ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Chad Greendale to the position

of Assistant Principal at Carr Intermediate School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ___X__ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández __X___ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Nathan Arredondo to the position

of Assistant Principal at McFadden Intermediate School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ___X__ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández __X___ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Marilen De La Cruz to the

position of Assistant Principal at Sierra Preparatory Academy.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ___X__ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ___X__ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes ___5__ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ______

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By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Anne E. Harper to the position

of Assistant Principal at Willard Intermediate School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ___X__ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ___X__ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Kathy Ochoa Mooneyham to the

position of Assistant Principal at Godinez Fundamental High School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ___X__ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ___X__ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes__0___ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Matthew Cruz to the position of

Principal at Chavez High School.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji __X___ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ___X__ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes __5___ Noes__0___ Abstain______ Absent ______

By a vote of 5-0, the Board took action to appoint Patrick K. Cornforth to the

position of Principal at Lorin Griset Academy.

Moved: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson __X___ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Seconded: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ___X__ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Ayes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Noes: Yamagata-Noji ______ Hernández ______ Richardson ______ Palacio ______ Iglesias ______

Final Vote: Ayes ___5__ Noes___0__ Abstain______ Absent ______