complaint·May 12, 2023

Based on interviews conducted, the allegation that Child sustained dog bite at the facility , may have happened or is valid, but there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation did or did not occur. Therefore, the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED at this time. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and provided to the Director Karla Cortez on this date. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND LPA VERIFIED THAT IT WAS POSTED IN A PROMINENT LOCATION AT THE FACILITY BEFORE LEAVING. THE LICENSEE UNDERSTANDS THAT IT MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR THE NEXT 30 DAYS. on the premises. While cleaning up the feces, she and the other Teacher have disposed of the cigarette butts as well. Based on LPM and LPA's records review, observation and interviews, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met and the allegations that Facility is unsanitary, and Licensee is allowing smoking on grounds are found to be SUBSTANTIATED. The facility is being cited in accordance with Title 22 Child Care Center Regulations, Division 12, Chapter 1, Section 101238(a): Buildings and Grounds and 101231(a): Smoking Prohibition. This poses a potential risk to the health, safety, or personal rights to the children in care. See LIC9099D for cited deficiencies. Exit interview conducted. A copy of this report and appeal rights were discussed and provided to the Education Coordinator Karla Cortez on this date. A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS ISSUED AND LPA VERIFIED THAT IT WAS POSTED IN A PROMINENT LOCATION AT THE FACILITY BEFORE LEAVING. THE LICENSEE UNDERSTANDS THAT IT MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR THE NEXT 30 DAYS.