Complaint·June 21, 2023

In addition, during the course of the investigation, staff admitted to having no drinking water for the children in the beginning of the month of June for approximately 1 to 3 days. Site Supervisor was aware and staff provided children with milk at breakfast and lunch only. It was also admitted that there was a potential gas leak a few months ago, SDG&E came out to the facility and cleared them to return into the facility. It was stated that the kitchen needed a new stove. Part day teacher contacted the PM program parents to inform them and advised them not to attend this day, based on interviews other parents were not informed. No communication was stated whether is was a confirmed gas leak or not, Director at the time was not on site and is no longer at this location for interview. In regard to the allegation that Staff did not follow proper reporting requirements , LPA was able to corroborate allegation via interviews conducted. LPA confirmed that there was no Unusual Incident Report (UIR) received for both incidents; lack of drinking water for children and potential gas leak that caused staff and children to remain outside for multiple hours until cleared. Also, parents were not notified of both incidents. 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 SUBSTANTIATED . An exit interview was conducted, and this report was reviewed with the Site Supervisor, Ana Rodriguez, and a copy was provided. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview. A Notice of Site visit was given, and Site Supervisor understands that it must remain posted for 30 days. In addition, during interviews it was disclosed to LPA that that there are no water fountains in the classrooms or outdoor playground. LPA did not observe any water fountains during inspection, only gallon water dispensers. 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 Site Supervisor, Ana Rodriguez, and a copy was provided. Appeal rights were discussed and provided during the exit interview. A Notice of Site visit was given, and Site Supervisor understands that it must remain posted for 30 days.