VUSD School Closures Advisory Committee Meeting May 21, 2026

The Ventura Unified School District held a School Closures Advisory Committee meeting on May 21, 2026, focusing primarily on facilities data, capacity, and capital improvement projects. The committee reviewed a revised demographic study impacting school capacity calculations and discussed the district's aging infrastructure and deferred maintenance challenges. Updates were provided on the district's long-range master plan, bond-funded capital projects, and the prioritization of repairs such as roofing, HVAC, and playground improvements. The committee also examined the status of completed and pending bond projects, including those paused pending closure decisions, and discussed the impact of state regulatory delays on project timelines. Questions were raised about project prioritization, historical facility investments, and unique site features affecting future use. The meeting concluded with a motion to adopt the agenda and approve minutes, which passed unanimously.