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