complaint·April 25, 2025

Based on interviews conducted and records reviewed, it was determined that John Roamer has been acting as the director for over eight (8) months and does not meet the required director qualifications, the preponderance of evidence standard has been met; therefore, the above allegation is found to be SUBSTANTIATED. Per California Code of Regulations, (Title 22, division 12 & Chapter 3) one (1) Type B is being cited on the attached LIC 9099-D. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days. Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Director, John Roamer. staff on the campus when assistance is needed for breaks, lunch or to call parents regarding their child. Parents interviewed stated that they believe the children are adequately supervised and feel like they do a good job at providing a caring, loving environment to the children. It was alleged that the facility is dirty, and staff do not clean and sanitize children’s dishes after each use. Director and staff denied the allegations stating that daily cleaning of the facility, including floors, bathrooms, equipment and sanitizing children’s dishes after use, have been assigned to staff. Staff stated tables and equipment are cleaned with soap, water, and Lysol sanitizing wipes. Infant teachers expressed that infant bottles and dishes are cleaned after each use and then sent home daily. Daycare parents interviewed expressed that the building's age has contributed to a worn and unclean appearance. A daycare parent also reported finding what appeared to be mold in a child’s cup on one (1) occasion. Although, LPA did observed some items to exhibiting signs of wear and tear, the facility was not in disrepair. Parents stated they have observed staff wearing gloves, sanitizing tables and equipment and washing dishes. It was also alleged that staff leave infants in the napping area for extended periods. Staff denied this allegation stating the napping area is used during nap time only, with the rare exception when a child is put in a crib for a brief period during a transition. There were no other witnesses to the alleged incidents. Due to conflicting information obtained throughout the course of the investigation, LPA was unable to determine whether or not the allegations occurred. Although the allegations may have happened or are valid, there is not a preponderance of evidence to prove the alleged violation(s) did or did not occur, therefore the allegations are UNSUBSTANTIATED. Exit interview was conducted and the report was reviewed with Director, John Roamer. A Notice of Site Visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.