MAY-06-2026 5:00 PM ◇ Board Workshop ◇ Open Session ◇ TVUSD Governing Board

This was a board workshop held by the Temecula Valley Unified School District on May 6, 2026, focused primarily on discussing a potential school bond measure to be placed on the November ballot. The advisory committee presented a detailed recommendation for a $215 million bond aimed at funding modernization, repairs, and upgrades to district facilities, including addressing deteriorating roofs, plumbing, electrical systems, and outdated portable classrooms. The discussion included the proposed tax rate of $20 per $100,000 of assessed property value, comparisons with neighboring districts' tax burdens, and the importance of transparency and oversight through a citizens bond oversight committee. Board members debated the ballot language, particularly whether to include the estimated 30-year duration and interest cost in the ballot measure, weighing the impact on voter approval chances. The board did not reach a final decision on the ballot language but expressed consensus on the need for the bond and the importance of balancing transparency with voter support. The meeting also covered the district's current and potential future financial contributions to facilities maintenance and improvements, with suggestions to increase the general fund commitment to share the financial burden with taxpayers.