CBOC: Getting Started - TSS

Public Records

Lucille Lyon — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 17:17:59 +0000

This course describes what the California Public Records Act requests and how to use it to request information about the bond construction program from the district.

What You’ll learn:

Understand the legal responsibilities of CBOC members under the California Public Records Act to ensure transparency and accountability in bond expenditures.

Learn how to define and identify public records in various formats related to school district business, including how to access them.

Gain knowledge of the proper process for making a Public Records Act request, including how to submit, track, and appeal requests.

Discover how committees should respond to public records requests, including timelines, fee structures, and handling denials while protecting confidential information.

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Is Your CBOC Independent

Tom Rubin — Wed, 20 Dec 2023 16:58:28 +0000

This course describes the characteristics of an independent CBOC and how to determine if your CBOC is independent, as required by the Education Code.

What You’ll learn:

Understand the legal importance of CBOC independence and the risks of non-compliance with Prop 39 requirements.

Learn practical tests to ensure your CBOC maintains autonomy, including setting agendas, schedules, and bylaws.

Discover the need for independent legal counsel and adequate district-provided resources for the CBOC’s effective operation.

Gain insight into effective communication with district staff and the importance of site visits for oversight.

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Committee Operations

Mike Frattali — Fri, 08 Dec 2023 04:56:40 +0000

This course describes how to effectively conduct the CBOC meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, minutes, backup documents, and rules of procedures.

What You’ll learn:

Understand the importance of the independent status of oversight committees as mandated by the education code and how it supports effective oversight.

Learn the process of preparing and approving oversight committee agendas, including how to incorporate input from committee members and manage remote participation requests.

Discover the key components that must be included in meeting minutes and what should be excluded to maintain accurate and professional records.

Explore the roles and responsibilities of the committee chairperson and secretary in ensuring proper documentation, agenda management, and meeting ratification for accountability.

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Open Meeting – Brown Act

Rex Ridgeway — Thu, 28 Sep 2023 17:47:21 +0000

This course describes the Brown Open Meeting Act and how it effects the CBOC’s operations.

What You’ll learn:

Understand the formation and role of the Citizens Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) and how it addresses bond program oversight challenges.

Learn the key provisions of the Brown Act, including requirements for open public meetings, agenda posting timelines, and public accessibility.

Differentiate between regular and special meetings, including rules for agenda preparation, public comments, and voting procedures.

Recognize common Brown Act violations like serial meetings and the importance of maintaining transparency and proper communication among committee members.

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Bylaws

Tom Rubin — Tue, 19 Sep 2023 21:48:14 +0000

This course describes the purpose of bylaws to provide rules for the CBOC internal operations that include topics such as officers, agenda-setting process, meeting schedule, subcommittees, and conduct of meetings. Also discussed will be the importance of an independent CBOC adopting its bylaws and not governing board-dictated “bylaws.”

What You’ll learn:

Understand the purpose and key elements of bylaws as internal rules that govern the CBOC’s structure, operations, and independence.

Learn how bylaws should align with statutory, regulatory, and constitutional requirements, and the importance of maintaining independence from the district’s governing board.

Discover essential components to include in bylaws such as mission statements, member recruitment and appointment processes, quorum and attendance rules, agenda setting, and subcommittee formation.

Gain insights on best practices for communications, report requirements, procedures for amending bylaws, and available templates and resources to help customize bylaws for your CBOC.

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