Contacts
Lisa Eckhoff
Senior Director of Early Learning
leckhoff@solanocoe.net
(707) 339-4407
Solano Child Care Planning Council (LPC)
Solano Child Care Planning Council meets every other month. All meetings are open to the public.
LPC Executive Committee Meeting: March 23, 2023
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Agenda / Minutes
Solano County Office of Education
5100 Business Center Drive, Fairfield, CA 94534
July 7, 2022, LPC General Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., Virtual Agenda/Minutes
August 3, 2022, LPC Executive Committee Meeting, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., In Person Agenda/Minutes
August 25, 2022, LPC Retreat, 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m., In Person Agenda/Minutes
August 25, 2022, LPC General Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m., In Person Agenda/Minutes
September 15, 2022, LPC Executive Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., In Person Agenda/Minutes
October 27, 2022, LPC General Meeting, 6:00p.m. - 7:00 p.m., In person Agenda/ Minutes
November 10, 2022, LPC Executive Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., In person Agenda/ Minutes
December 15, 2022, LPC General Meeting, 1:00p.m - 2:00 p.m., In person Agenda/ Minutes
January 26, 2023, Executive Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., In person Agenda/ Minutes
Public Comments may be submitted prior to or during the meeting by using the Request to Comment Form button below. Comments are limited to 2500 characters.
August 17, 2021, LPC Retreat, 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m., Virtual, Agenda / Minutes
August 26, 2021, LPC General Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., Virtual, Agenda / Minutes
September 23, 2021, LPC Executive Committee Meeting,1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Virtual, Agenda / Minutes
October 28, 2021, LPC General Meeting, 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Virtual, Agenda / Minutes
November 18, 2021, LPC Executive Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Virtual, Agenda / Minutes
December 16, 2021, LPC General Meeting,1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., Virtual, Agenda / Minutes
January 27, 2022, LPC Executive Committee Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Virtual, Agenda / Minutes
February 24, 2022, LPC General Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m., Virtual, Agenda/Minutes
March 24, 2022, LPC Executive Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Virtual Agenda/Minutes
April 28, 2022, LPC General Meeting, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., Virtual Agenda/Minutes
May 26, 2022, LPC Executive Meeting, 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m., Virtual Agenda/Minutes
The SCOE Early Learning Inclusion program enhances how Early Learning and Special Education teams work together to build high-quality classrooms and expands opportunities for children of all abilities to have equal access to and participate meaningfully in child care programs. When children are together as part of the group, their development is enhanced and positive social attitudes are fostered. Click HERE to learn more.
2022.2023 LPC Membership Cover Application- FINAL.pdf (PDF)Membership of the Solano Child Care Planning Council, who are listed below, represent individuals of the community by category; consumers (families), child care providers, general community members, public agencies, and discretionary members.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please click HERE for a membership application.
Sabrina Drake
Chair
Child Care Provider Representative
Juanita Morales
Vice-Chair
Public Agency Representative
Andrea Calderon
Child Care Provider Representative
Susan Smith
Child Care Provider Representative
Vacant
Community Representative
Vacant
Community Representative
Vacant
Community Representative
Vacant
Consumer Representative
Vacant
Consumer Representative
Vacant
Consumer Representative
Kathy Lago
Discretionary Appointee
Anna Mansker
Discretionary Appointee
Lilibeth Pinpin
Discretionary Appointee
Juanita Morales
Public Agency Representative
Akon Walker
Public Agency Representative
Vacant
Public Agency Representative
About Our Program
Every county in California is required to have a Local Planning Council that is funded by the California Department of Education. The Solano County Child Care Planning Council operates under the authority of the County Board of Supervisors and the County Superintendent of Schools. The council has the responsibility of planning and coordinating early care and education services in Solano County.
Mission Statement
Provide leadership and advocacy for the development of high quality, accessible, and affordable child care programs for every child and family in Solano County.
Vision Statement
Every child and family in Solano County has equitable access to high quality, inclusive, affordable child care, and supports that help them thrive.
Responsibilities
The Solano Child Care Planning Council’s responsibilities include but are not limited to.
- Provide a forum for the identification of local priorities for child care and develop policies to meet the needs identified within those priorities.
- Assess child care needs in the county no less than once every five years.
- Prepare a comprehensive countywide child care plan designed to mobilize public and private resources to address identified needs.
- Advise the Board and the Superintendent with respect to the child care needs of the families in Solano County
- Advocate for the needs of the families in Solano County with respect to child care.
Child Care Law Center
Using legal expertise to explain childcare policies, laws, and funding, the Child Care Law Center works with parents, child care providers, and advocates to create solutions that are transparent and fair to all parties involved. To find out more about the Child Care Law Center, click HERE.
Child Care Advocate Program
The Child Care Advocate Program (CCAP) devotes their time in the promotion of quality child care in California. Child Care Advocates are available to parents, child care providers, employers, educators, and community groups. To find out more, click HERE.
Parent Voices
Parent Voices is a program supported and ran by the California Child Care Resource & Referral Network. This parent led program works to make quality child care affordable for all families. To find a local chapter or to get more information, click HERE.
California Budget & Policy Center
Essential components for childcare to thrive in California are high quality and affordable care. The Budget Center examines state funding and policies regarding child care and early education. To find out more, click HERE.
Solano County Office of Education is a partner in the Quality Counts in Solano Early Care and Education program. Quality Counts helps to enhance the quality of early learning and care environments for young children. Early learning programs that participate in Quality Counts can get assistance in improving outcomes for children through system-wide approaches to enhancing programs. Click HERE to learn more.
County Priorities
One of the largest responsibilities of the Solano Child Care Planning Council is to identify the priorities for the funding provided by the California Department of Education in Solano County.
The priorities currently established by the state funded early learning programs are as follows.
Needs Assessments
The Solano Child Care Planning Council is tasked with taking a comprehensive assessment of the needs and services of the early learning community in Solano County.
The purpose of the Strategic Framework is to serve as a resource for community members, to provide current data regarding the local community’s child care needs, and to guide decision-making decisions that will positively impact Solano County’s families and children. This framework also serves as a blueprint for the Solano Child Care Planning Council’s projects and activities. Click HERE for the Strategic Framework.
