North Monterey County Unified School District Board Meeting 09/24/2026

The North Monterey County Unified School District Board held a meeting on September 24, 2026, focusing primarily on educational program updates, student engagement, and district operations. Key procurement-related discussions included the approval of Marcus Mario as the new Senior Director of Facilities, Maintenance, Operations, Transportation, and Safety, with mention of ongoing and planned capital improvement projects such as DSA projects and EV charging solutions. The board reviewed the 2025-26 unaudited actuals report, highlighting a budget deficit of approximately $8.3 million, with significant expenditures in salaries and benefits, and discussed the need for thoughtful budget reductions and sustainable financial stewardship. Additionally, the board approved a three-year employment agreement addendum for Superintendent Dr. Matthew Turkey, including a 3.5% salary increase. There were no new contract awards or RFPs discussed, but the meeting emphasized the importance of continued professional development, collaboration, and strategic planning to support multilingual learners and district growth.