Banning USD Regular Board Meeting, September 9, 2026

The Banning Unified School District held its regular board meeting on September 9, 2026. The meeting included presentations from student representatives and school administrators highlighting positive school culture achievements, academic goals, and community engagement. Significant procurement-related discussions focused on the approval of the 2025-26 unaudited actuals financial report, which detailed budget adjustments, fund balances, and capital facilities projects aimed at improving district facilities. The board unanimously approved several human resources items, including partnership agreements with ISUSA Pacific University and Alliant University, as well as a variable term waiver for a speech language specialist. Additionally, the board approved contractual agreements and monthly fiscal service reports, which included discussions about recent purchases such as $50,000 for HR furniture, ongoing asbestos testing, and solar panel installations. The board also discussed exploring options for student food service contracts and potential energy storage solutions for solar power. All motions related to procurement and budget matters passed with a 5-0 vote, reflecting strong board support for the district's financial and operational initiatives.