complaint·April 17, 2023

Based on the information obtained from confidential interviews and LPA’s observation, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met. Therefore, the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED . Facility is cited in accordance with California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, Division & Chapter number), Section 101223(a)(2) Personal Rights. An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the Licensee, Brett Berroteran, and a copy was provided. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview. A Notice of Site visit was given, and the Licensee understands that it must remain posted for 30 days. LPA was unable to corroborate this allegation. In addition, the Licensee denied the allegation, citing that no child has ever engaged in any sort of child labor at this facility. In regards to the allegation Licensee is not providing adequate food service to day care children, confidential interviews conducted with the Licensee, children, and parents did not corroborate this allegation. Per the Licensee, children are provided breakfast, lunch, supper and 2-3 snacks per day. Additionally, LPA observed adequate food for the children and noted that the Licensee is following the proper guidance under the food program. In regards to the allegation Licensee is not allowing day care children's parents into the facility, confidential interviews conducted with the Licensee and parents did not corroborate this allegation. Parents interviewed stated that they were allowed to come into the facility at any given time, however most parents usually drop-off and pick-up at the door because they are in a hurry. Per the Licensee, parents have never been denied access into the facility. Based on the information obtained during this investigation, it has been determined that although the allegations may have happened or is valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove that the alleged violations did or did not occur. Therefore, the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED . An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the Licensee, Brett Berroteran, and a copy was provided. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview. A Notice of Site visit was given, and the Licensee understands that it must remain posted for 30 days. Please see LIC 9099C for a continuation of this report.