SMJUHSD Monthly Board Meeting (December 9th, 2025); 6:30 PM Open Session.

The SMJUHSD Monthly Board Meeting held on December 9, 2025, included several procurement-related discussions primarily focused on budget and capital improvement projects. The board reviewed and approved the 2025-2026 first interim budget report, which detailed increased revenues and expenses, a revised ending fund balance of approximately $40.8 million, and a 3% reserve for economic uncertainty. They also approved resolutions authorizing budget revisions and the annual accounting of school facility developer fees. A significant capital project update was provided regarding the Santa Maria High School 37 Classroom Modernization Project, where unforeseen construction challenges led to change orders totaling approximately $156,940. The board approved a resolution declaring the futility of public bidding for this change order work, allowing the project to proceed without additional competitive bids. Additionally, the board adopted a governance handbook and discussed policies clarifying board member authority and complaint processes. Consent items included contracts related to mental health, parent engagement, cultural awareness, and professional development for staff. No new contracts or vendor selections were explicitly detailed in the transcript.