63A-5b-1212. School construction liaison -- Coordination with state board.
(1) The state board shall designate a school construction liaison who: serves as the primary contact between the state board and the division on school construction matters; coordinates on educational programming requirements that may affect construction standards; participates in administrative rule development and review processes; provides input on educational facility needs and trends; assists with training programs for LEA officials; and facilitates resolution of construction-related issues affecting educational programs.
(2) The school construction liaison shall: be an employee of the state board; have expertise in school construction, educational facilities, or related fields; participate in relevant division meetings and committees; maintain regular communication with division staff; and report to the state board on construction oversight activities and issues.
(3) The division and state board shall establish a memorandum of understanding that: defines roles and responsibilities for school construction oversight; establishes communication protocols and meeting schedules; addresses coordination on policy development and implementation; provides for information sharing and joint training activities; and includes dispute resolution procedures.