PUSD Special Meeting - Facilities Workshop - 09/24/2026 - 6:00 PM

The Poway Unified Board of Education held a special facilities workshop meeting on September 24, 2026, focusing on the district's facilities master plan update and capital improvement projects. The discussion included a detailed review of enrollment projections, state funding eligibility, project prioritization, and budgeting for modernization and new construction needs across district sites. Board members and staff examined a digital dashboard tool designed to provide real-time data on project costs and priorities, facilitating transparency and community engagement. Specific projects highlighted included the Bernardo Heights Middle School and Rancho Bernardo High School chiller plant awarded to Flint Builders, and a $35 million Progressive Design Build project at the Twin Peaks Center (TPC) to relocate nutrition services and transportation facilities, funded through Community Facilities District (CFD) bonds. The board discussed the importance of prioritizing safety and security projects, balancing modernization with enrollment declines, and ensuring clear communication about project selection criteria and funding strategies. The meeting also addressed concerns about conflicts of interest related to facility contract approvals and emphasized the need for ongoing community input and transparent decision-making.