KHSD Board of Trustees Livestream 03022026

The KHSD Board of Trustees meeting on March 2, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved bids for business division items 19, 20, and 23 as part of the consent agenda. They also approved the ratification of a two-year agreement with the Kern High School District Management Association. A significant capital improvement project discussed was the Vista High School project funded by Measure E bond funds, including approval of an initial study and mitigated negative declaration, and authorization to purchase the existing solar system at Vista High School for $132,126 to assume full ownership and realize utility savings. The board received an update on the district's transportation program, highlighting investments in electric bus infrastructure funded entirely by grants, and the expansion of bus driver staffing and routes. The second interim financial report was presented, showing increased revenue projections and expenditures, with the district maintaining financial stability for the current and next two fiscal years. Additionally, the board reappointed members to the independent citizens oversight committee for the Measure E bond program. Several policy discussions and votes occurred, including a first and final reading to revise board policy 9270 to comply with state auditor requests. The meeting also featured presentations from student groups and public comments but focused procurement activity on contract approvals, capital projects, and budgetary oversight.