Community Advisory Committee Meeting - September 9th, 2026

The Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD) Community Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting held on September 9, 2026, focused primarily on special education concerns, parent engagement, and district priorities. Superintendent David Zaid emphasized his commitment to listening to community input during his first 90 days and outlined a process for gathering feedback via multilingual QR codes to inform district actions and the State of the District report. Key topics included challenges with communication about school services, mental health support reductions, safety concerns at school sites, and the impact of significant budget cuts projected over the next two years. Parents and staff discussed the need for improved transparency regarding special education funding, including the use of AB 602 funds, and advocated for stronger parent voices in decision-making. The CAC also highlighted plans to update the district's special education local plan and encouraged ongoing parent involvement and volunteerism. No specific procurement or contract awards were discussed during this meeting.