Lodi USD Board of Education Meeting May 5th, 2026

The Lodi Unified School District Board of Education held a meeting on May 5, 2026, primarily focused on recognizing student achievements across elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as staff awards and acknowledgments. The board approved several personnel placements for the 2026-27 school year and declared intent to convey an easement to the city of Lodi for a middle school site work project. A resolution was passed to order a school bond election in November 2026, designed as an extension bond with no increase in the current tax rate, to fund facility master plan projects and other district needs. Additionally, the board approved a resolution for hiring short-term classified employees for summer work and a tentative agreement with the Lodi Public Professional Association (LPPA). The meeting also included a presentation on the district's 5-year strategic plan, emphasizing community input and alignment with the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for future funding and initiatives. Public comments addressed concerns about course catalog issues, teacher retention, and policy changes, but no new contracts or procurement awards were discussed.