Lodi USD Board of Education Meeting - September 1st, 2026

The Lodi Unified School District Board of Education held a meeting on September 1, 2026, which included several procurement-related discussions primarily focused on collective bargaining agreements and budget approvals. The board approved multiple tentative agreements with employee groups including the California School Employees Association, Lodi People Personnel Association, and Lodi Education Association, with fiscal impacts ranging from $1.5 million to $16.7 million. Additionally, the board approved a resolution to transfer ownership of a portion of Baker Elementary School land to San Joaquin County. Policy discussions included updates to professional development requirements and salary schedules aligned with CalPERS reporting. The meeting also addressed operational challenges such as substitute staffing shortages and enforcement of student phone policies. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but the board emphasized ongoing efforts to improve working conditions and support for staff and students.