09-08-26 SMUSD BOE - Open Session

The San Marino Unified School District Board of Education held its regular open session meeting on September 8, 2026. Key procurement-related discussions included the presentation and approval of the 2025-26 unaudited actual financial report, which highlighted a strong fiscal position with revenues exceeding projections and expenditures coming in lower than expected. The report detailed budget allocations, including special education, maintenance, and various grant-funded programs, as well as ongoing expenditures related to Measure M bond projects such as roofing, air conditioning, and athletic facility improvements. The board approved a certification allowing a new staff member to sign contracts up to $5,000. Questions were raised about accounts payable related to Measure M projects and the management of restricted funds. Additionally, the board discussed the progress of Measure M capital improvement projects and upcoming bond oversight committee activities. Public comments focused heavily on the controversial removal of lockers at the middle school, with concerns about student health, safety, and lack of parent involvement in the decision-making process. The board acknowledged these concerns and indicated plans to survey students on locker use and explore alternative solutions. No new contracts or vendor selections were announced during the meeting.