September 10, 2026 Special Board of Education Meeting

The September 10, 2026 Special Board of Education meeting for SCUSD focused primarily on financial and budgetary matters, including approval of the 2025-26 year-end unaudited actuals financial report and discussions on the fiscal recovery memorandum of understanding with SCTA. The board reviewed detailed financial highlights such as property tax revenues, lottery funds, and expenditures, noting that salaries and benefits constitute 89% of unrestricted general fund expenditures. They also discussed contributions to restricted programs and the self-sufficiency of the food service program. The board approved the memorandum of understanding with SCTA to implement medical changes and confirmed the district's substantial OPED fund balance. Further, the meeting covered the 2026-27 budget revision process, highlighting revenue adjustments, expenditure reductions—especially in special education—and the need for ongoing fiscal responsibility. The board approved the budget revision process and multi-year projections for 2026-27 and 2027-28, showing progress toward balancing the budget and addressing structural deficits. Members emphasized transparency, achievable cost containment, and the importance of community and labor partner support to maintain solvency and local control. Motions related to these financial and procurement matters were unanimously approved by roll call vote.