7-11 Committee Meeting June 4, 2026

The El Rancho Schools 7-11 Committee meeting on June 4, 2026, focused primarily on discussions related to surplus property license agreements and lease renewals with nonprofit tenants. Key topics included the proposed rent adjustments for Plaza Larasa, which currently holds licenses at two district sites with expired agreements now on a month-to-month basis. The committee considered increasing rent to market rates, benchmarking at $156 per square foot, up from current rates as low as $0.68 per square foot, while negotiating lease terms of five to ten years tied to capital improvement investments totaling approximately $1.1 million. The committee also discussed the importance of programmatic partnerships to benefit district students and potential rent discounts linked to such collaborations. Additionally, the committee reviewed the lease with Rio Hondo College for modular buildings, noting the current rent is significantly below market and contingent on enrollment data and community benefit. No formal motions or recommendations were made, but the committee agreed to open dialogue with tenants to negotiate terms transparently before bringing formal proposals to the board. Other topics included deferred maintenance responsibilities, funding sources for improvements, and the potential future use of properties such as workforce housing. The meeting concluded with administrative matters including quorum concerns and meeting scheduling.