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28 previously mentioned. She said CHCCS is looking closely at the salary for classified staff, and would like to include paid professional development during workdays. OCS Chair Atherton referred to page 41, and said the two districts examined what the County provides to its employees compared to what the school districts provide to their employees, and how things can be improved. Commissioner Dorosin said the term "safety" is used broadly, and asked if it could be more specifically defined. He said locked buildings and mold free buildings are two different concerns, and clarity would be good. CHCCS Chair Wolf said more specific numbers will come forward in coming weeks and months, and this is just a preview. CHCCS Chair Wolf said the CIP timeline is something the schools struggle with because the County budget is received in the summer, which is the time when schools can get a lot of work done within the buildings. She said the BOCC has expressed frustration in the past as the schools say a task/repair will be completed, but cannot begin the bidding process until the summer, which delays the task from occurring until the following summer, once the building is emptied of students. She asked if the schools could do a RFP contingent on CIP funding, so that projects can get started earlier. Bonnie Hammersley said whenever a RFP is issued, it never has to be awarded. She said RFPs can be done any time, as long as no contracts are signed. She said the County does this often. CHCCS Chair Wolf said this would be helpful as CHCCS often finds itself in this cycle of being behind. Chair Rich said it is a good point, but it is important to have clear and transparent communication with the public, as she often gets call from frustrated constituents. CHCCS Chair Wolf said best efforts are being made, and allowing the RFP process to begin earlier would be a true help. Joal Broun said when the BOCC get these types of calls, then the Commissioners should tell the caller to call the school board members. She said school board members do not get those questions. 7. Information Items • Tradescraft Center Status • Universal Pre-K Study Status • CHCCS Pre-Kindergarten Programming Rani Dasi said she is very grateful for this open conversation, and it is important to minimize the behind the scenes conversation and communicate openly. She said CHCCS has a lot of work to do to build community trust and hopes the BOCC will be strong "One Orange" partners by bringing questions and concerns to light. Commissioner Greene said she appreciated this meeting, and wishes there were more. The meeting adjourned at 10:14 p.m. Penny Rich, Chair Donna Baker Clerk to the Board