Central Unified Board of Trustees Meeting September 8th , 2026

The Central Unified School District Board of Trustees held a meeting on September 8, 2026, focusing on various educational and operational topics. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of the 2026-2027 school plans for student achievement and the unadudited actuals report, which detailed the district's revenues and expenditures, including significant spending on salaries, benefits, materials, supplies, and capital projects such as the Justin Garza building and athletic fields. The board reviewed a feasibility study for a new aquatic facility at Central High School, with preliminary construction costs estimated around $23 million, and discussed potential locations, impacts on existing portables, and the need to incorporate this project into the district's facilities master plan. The meeting also covered the approval process for law enforcement contracts for athletic events, with an estimated cost of approximately $142,000 to be paid from the general fund. Additionally, the board considered the creation of a new assistant director position in educational services to support various programs, noting concerns about funding amid declining enrollment and budget constraints. Other agenda items included updates on the English Learner Master Plan, the implementation of a new personal finance graduation requirement, and the adoption of resolutions for observances and heritage month proclamations. Several motions were passed, including the approval of school plans and financial reports, while some items were tabled for future discussion. The meeting concluded with scheduling updates and public comments addressing equity and recognition issues within the district.