March 10, 2026 Regular School Board Meeting

The Cotati Rohnert Park Unified School District held its regular school board meeting on March 10, 2026. Key procurement and budget-related discussions included approval of the 2026-27 school calendars, adoption of a new job description and salary schedule for a temporary Director of Education Services position funded by one-time money, and approval of the district's transportation plan. The board also reviewed and certified the CALPADS report and received a detailed fiscal update including the second interim financial report, which projected a $4.9 million deficit for the current year but showed some improvement from prior estimates. The board approved budget reduction measures through ratified Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with the California School Employees Association (CSEA) and the Rohnert Park-Tutti Educators Association (RIPSIA), including furlough days and increased employee contributions to benefits. Additionally, the board authorized the issuance and sale of up to $75 million in general obligation refunding bonds to refinance outstanding bonds, potentially saving taxpayers between $4 and $9 million. The meeting also included acceptance of community donations totaling $8,716.32 to various schools. Motions related to these procurement and budget items were unanimously approved by the board.