BOUSD Board Meeting March 5, 2026

The Brea Olinda Unified School District (BOUSD) Board Meeting on March 5, 2026, included several key procurement and budget-related discussions. The board approved an increase to an agreement with Darren Howard for school bus driver training services and authorized an agreement with A+ Science LLC DBA Encore Image Science for the replacement of the marquee at Mariposa Elementary School. Additionally, the board approved a correction of an increase in the agreement with Pacific Play Structures for a playground structure project at Aero Vista Elementary School. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to a detailed presentation on construction delivery methods for Measure H projects, including design-bid-build and lease-leaseback options, highlighting the advantages, risks, and contractor selection criteria. The district's second interim fiscal report for the 2025-26 school year was presented, showing a positive certification with stable finances despite enrollment declines and structural budget pressures. The board also discussed ongoing and future educational programs, including the dual language immersion secondary pathway and social-emotional learning initiatives. No new contracts were awarded during the meeting, but several motions related to procurement agreements and budget certifications were passed unanimously.