(Español) Special Meeting of the Board of Education, August 5th, 2026

The Long Beach Unified School District Board of Education held a special meeting on August 5, 2026, focusing primarily on governance training and capital improvement projects funded by bond measures. The meeting included a detailed review of the district's governance model aimed at improving student outcomes, emphasizing the roles and responsibilities of the board versus the superintendent, and the importance of community engagement and clear communication. Additionally, the board received an extensive update on the district's facilities program, highlighting the completion of air conditioning installations across 51 schools over the past decade under Measure E, and ongoing and planned capital projects under Measure Q. These projects include modernization efforts, removal of portable classrooms, new construction, and sustainability initiatives aligned with the district's master plan. The discussion also covered challenges such as staffing shortages in architecture and construction oversight, coordination with local agencies, and workforce development efforts to increase local contractor participation. The board was informed about upcoming opportunities for community engagement and contractor outreach events. Budget development timelines for the 2027-28 and 2028-29 school years were also discussed to ensure alignment with updated strategic goals and capital projects. No specific contract awards or vendor selections were detailed, but the meeting underscored the strategic use of bond funds for capital improvements and the importance of governance in overseeing these investments.