Board of Education Regular Meeting, September 15, 2026

The San Diego Unified School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 15, 2026, where key procurement and budgetary matters were discussed. The board reviewed the district's fiscal position, noting a projected unrestricted general fund deficit of approximately $79 million for the 2027-28 fiscal year, with ongoing efforts to maintain fiscal discipline and advocate for additional state and federal resources. The board approved the 2025-26 unaudited actuals and discussed multi-year fiscal outlooks, highlighting improvements such as avoiding short-term borrowing and increasing indirect cost recovery. Additionally, the board considered and unanimously approved a resolution related to the Teacher Housing Act, which supports affordable workforce housing projects for district employees. Updates were provided on multiple development projects, including negotiations with developers and funding status, emphasizing the importance of meeting employee needs such as parking and affordability. The board also held a public hearing and unanimously approved a solar contract expected to yield significant long-term energy and maintenance cost savings. Public comments focused on concerns about staffing cuts affecting special education services, underscoring the impact on vulnerable student populations. Overall, the meeting addressed critical financial management, capital improvement projects, and procurement decisions aimed at supporting district operations and employee welfare.