274418521-7-13-2026-07-CC-JCRZ-DVXQWP-20260713123218

Community Care Licensing

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 274418521
Report Date: 07/13/2026
Date Signed: 07/13/2026 12:32:40 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME:	LA CASITA EARLY HEAD START		FACILITY NUMBER:	274418521
ADMINISTRATOR/ DIRECTOR:	ADRIANA BARRON		FACILITY TYPE:	860
ADDRESS:	109 CAPITOL STREET		TELEPHONE:	(805) 544-4355
CITY:	SALINAS	STATE: CA	ZIP CODE:	93901
CAPACITY: 10	TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0	CENSUS: 0	DATE:	07/13/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:	Prelicensing	ANNOUNCED	TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION BEGAN:	09:36 AM
MET WITH:	Angie Ramirez		TIME VISIT/ INSPECTION COMPLETED:	01:00 PM

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25	On 07/13/26, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Janette Cruz met with Angie Ramirez, Community Action Parnership of San Luis Obispo (CAPSLO) Regional Manager/Applicant representative. The purpose of the visit was an announced pre-licensing inspection at the facility to ensure the health, safety and personal rights as required by Title 22 and Health and Safety Regulations governing California Child Care Centers will be met. This is an application for a total of 6 toddlers ages 18-36 months and 4 infants ages 0-24 months. Facility will be issued a single license upon completion of this application process. The childcare center will operate Monday–Friday 7:00AM - 4:30 PM. The fire clearance was approved on 07/08/2026. No children were present at the facility during today’s inspection. LPA toured and measured the on-limits areas and classrooms located at the facility. The facility has a total of 2 classrooms. Toddler Classroom measurements are: The Indoor total measurements contain a total of {419.44} square feet, which will accommodate Applicant’s request for 6 toddler children. Infant Classroom measurements are: The Indoor total measurements contain a total of {199.81} square feet, which will accommodate Applicant’s request for 4 infant children. Toddler Outdoor Play measurements are: Outdoor total measurements contain a total of {639.03} square feet, which will accommodate Applicant’s request for 6 toddler children. There is no designated outdoor play space for infants. Applicant stated that a waiver shall be submitted to the department to share the toddler playground with infants.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Janette Cruz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/13/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/13/2026

This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency

California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:

Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.

Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: LA CASITA EARLY HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 274418521
	VISIT DATE: 07/13/2026

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LPA observed all classrooms to be clean, safe, sanitary, and in good repair. A comfortable temperature for children was maintained throughout the facility. Furniture and equipment were in good condition and free of any sharp, loose, or pointed parts. All materials and surfaces accessible to children, including toys, were free of toxic substances. Play equipment and materials used by children were age-appropriate and in safe operating condition. There are 10 chairs, 4 tables, 10 cubbies, 10 cots, 1 sink, 1 toilet, 2 portable sinks and 1 changing table available for toddler and infant children. Staff have a designated bathroom separate from the children’s restrooms, which may also be used for sick children if needed. Sick children will be isolated in the facility’s office area. The isolation area shall be equipped with a crib, cot, mat or playpen for each ill infant. First aid supplies, medications, and cleaning products are stored in locked storage areas out of children’s reach. LPA observed containers with tight-fitting lids available for the disposal of solid waste and diapers. LPA observed fully charged fire extinguisher, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors at the facility. LPA advised that Applicant maintains first-aid supplies in a location accessible to staff but inaccessible to children. LPA observed that all exit doors are equipped with chime alarms to alert staff if a child attempts to exit the facility.

Facility has one toddler classroom. Applicant was reminded of ratio of six children to each teacher shall be maintained for all children in attendance in the toddler component. An aide who is participating in on-the-job training may be substituted for a teacher when directly supervised by a fully qualified teacher.

Lunch and snacks are prepared on site. The applicant was reminded that full-day programs must ensure each child has a lunch and that children must have access to drinking water at all times. Applicant stated that drinking water is readily available indoors and outdoors through water pitchers supplied from a filtered source. Sink faucets accessible to children dispense cold running water only.

LPA observed the kitchen area to be clean and free of litter and rubbish. Kitchen is equipped with refrigerator and microwave and is kept off- limits to children. The applicant was advised that appropriate measures must be taken to keep the kitchen free of rodents and other vermin.

LPA observed infant changing table within arm’s reach to the sink. Applicant stated that the facility provides food and milk bottles for infants. LPA advised Applicant that as per Title 22 regulations, bottles and dishes provided by authorized representatives shall be rinsed and returned to authorized representatives for sanitizing at the end of each day. Applicant assigned the kitchen area for milk/food preparation area.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Janette Cruz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/13/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/13/2026

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: LA CASITA EARLY HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 274418521
	VISIT DATE: 07/13/2026

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LPA observed that the outdoor areas were free of hazards including holes, broken glass, dry grass and other debris that could pose a fire or safety risk. Shade is provided by a canopy structure. The outdoor activity areas are surfaced with artificial turf to provide cushioning and help absorb impact of falls. LPA observed that there was no climbing equipment located in the outdoor activity area. LPA observed a sandbox area. Applicant was reminded that sandboxes shall be inspected daily and kept free of hazardous foreign materials. The playground is enclosed by a fence at least four feet high to ensure children remain safely within the outdoor activity area. LPA observed a water table equipped with a fitted cover designated to hold water during use. The water table drains directly into a clear plastic sensory bin which is equipped with a drain valve that allows water to be emptied directly onto the ground. The Applicant stated that any water remaining after use is drained immediately following each play session and that the water is not left filled or accessible to children when not in use. LPA observed no other bodies of water on the premises. The applicant stated that there are no weapons on the premises. The facility does not provide transportation services to children as part of it's program.

Drinking water from a non-contaminating fixture or container shall be readily available both indoors and in the outdoor activity area. LPA advised per Health and Safety Code 1597.16(a)(1) Lead Testing and PIN-21-21-CCP Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010 to test their drinking water for lead contamination between January 1, 2020 and January 1, 2023, and then every 5 years after the date of the first test.

Per Written Directive 100700(c)(1) Written Directives for Lead Testing (1) For a license issued on or after July 1, 2022, initial testing results shall be received and posted within 180 days of licensure.

LPA obtained the facility's lead water testing report dated 05/26/26, which indicated that all water outlets tested had acceptable lead levels, with no elevated lead levels detected.

This facility plans to provide Incidental Medical Services – IMS. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02-CCP. A Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Applicant and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at: https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep, as

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Janette Cruz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/13/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/13/2026

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)

CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: LA CASITA EARLY HEAD START	FACILITY NUMBER: 274418521
	VISIT DATE: 07/13/2026

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an additional resource. LPA also informed Applicant of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at: https://www.cpsc.gov/, and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.

LPA reviewed with the Applicant LIC 311A, Records to Be Maintained At The Facility, for child’s records, personnel records, administrative records, and documents to be posted.

Applicant was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org site, a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

Community Care Licensing Division (CCLD) regularly sends information to licensed facilities, providers, and stakeholders by way of Provider Information Notices (PIN), Program Quarterly Update Newsletters and other important information communication platforms. To receive important licensed related information to licensed facilities, visit the CCLD Important Information website at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/subscribe and select the Child Care option to receive email communication.

The following corrections are needed before a licensure will be considered.
1. Approval of waiver to share toddler yard with infants.
2. Final review of application documents

An exit interview was conducted with the above items discussed. This report and appeal rights were provided to Angie Ramirez, Applicant Representative. Final license determination will be made upon review by the Licensing Program Manager.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Belinda Devall
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Janette Cruz
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:	DATE: 07/13/2026

I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.

FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 07/13/2026

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