49 AGENDA ITEM BACKGROUND TO: GOVERNING BOARD DATE FROM: PRESIDENT June 10, 2013 SUBJECT: Renewal of Lease, 1 year: Santa Cruz County Office of Education OASIS Academy School of Independent Studies (OASIS) Program, 2013-14 REASON FOR BOARD CONSIDERATION CONSENT-ACTION ENCLOSURE(S) Page 1 of 1 ITEM NUMBER A.6 BACKGROUND: As of August 2011, the District rents approximately a portion of the 350 Building (Rooms 351, 353, 354, 357, 358, 359, and 360) and 15 designated parking spaces to the Santa Cruz County Office of Education’s OASIS Academy School of Independent Studies Program. “OASIS” stands for “Online Academy Site Independent Studies.” The OASIS program is designed to meet the needs of students in grades 9-12 who are self-directed and benefit from an Independent Studies format. The OASIS model implements an instructional strategy that responds to the needs and unique styles of students, allowing students to learn at their own pace via web-based classes, tutoring sessions, and one-on-one meetings with OASIS teachers. The leased space is 2947 square feet @$4093/per month, or $1.39 per square foot, including utilities. Staff recommends a one year lease renewal with the OASIS program. FISCAL IMPACT: $49,116 in gross revenue for 2013-14. RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the Governing Board authorize the Vice President, Administrative Services to renew a one year lease with the Santa Cruz County Office of Education OASIS Program. Administrator Initiating Item: Michael Robins Victoria Lewis Academic and Professional Matter If yes, Faculty Senate Agreement Senate President Signature Yes No Yes No Final Disposition