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The Brentwood Union School District held a budget certification meeting on March 27, 2026, to review and approve the second interim budget report for the fiscal years 2025-26 through 2027-28. The presentation highlighted significant financial challenges, including reduced revenue projections due to lower Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA) and declining enrollment numbers. The district faces a required budget reduction of approximately $500,961 for 2026-27 and an estimated $1.6 million reduction for 2027-28 to maintain the minimum 3% unrestricted fund balance reserve. The board discussed the impact of underfunding from the state, rising special education costs, and the uncertainty of the state budget pending the governor's May revision. Despite the fiscal difficulties, the board unanimously approved the second interim budget report, acknowledging the need for continued budget reductions and fiscal responsibility.