09-08-26 SMUSD BOE Special Study Session Measure M

This was a special study session held by the San Marino Unified School District Board of Education on September 8, 2026, focused on the implementation and progress of Measure M, a $200 million bond program. The meeting included detailed presentations on the status of construction and modernization projects at Carver, Valentine, and San Marino High School campuses. Key procurement-related discussions involved budget allocations, expenditures to date, and the selection of Balfour Beatty as the preconstruction general contractor through an RFQP process for lease-leaseback contracts. The board reviewed schematic designs, site plans, and potential state funding opportunities, with an emphasis on balancing project priorities within the bond budget. While no formal votes were taken, the board sought conceptual approval and input to guide the next design phases and future formal actions. The meeting also addressed logistical considerations such as parking, drop-off zones, and compliance with fire and geological regulations, as well as ongoing coordination with architects, contractors, and oversight committees to ensure project alignment with community needs and regulatory requirements.