complaint·November 18, 2021

but found one that involved C1 and C2 which happened on 10/6/2021, the one that was mentioned above. No other incidents were written that involved C1 and C2 together. Investigation has also revealed that based on written incident report, on 9/23/2021, C3 spit on C2 in the playground and there were 3 staff that day. According to Staff #2, C3 was told that it was not okay and was asked to put on the mask. Parents interviewed did not disclose any concern regarding the care being provided and the staff. Various interviews did not disclose that there was a lack of supervision resulting in inappropriate interactions between day care children. LPA observed 3 staff supervising 26 children during the inspection on 10/13/2021 and 3 staff supervising 24 children on 10/28/2021. Although the allegation may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur, therefore at this time the above allegation is unsubstantiated. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Margie Zarate. Based on LPA’s observations and interviews which were conducted and record review, the preponderance of the evidence standard has been met, therefore the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12 is being cited on the attached LIC9099D. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Margie Zarate.