# Governing Board candidate forum 09/24/2026

The Governing Board candidate forum for Cave Creek Unified School District (CCUSD93) held on September 24, 2026, featured candidates discussing key issues facing the district, including budget constraints, declining student enrollment, and teacher retention. Candidates emphasized the district's lack of bond or override funding, which limits their ability to compete with neighboring districts on teacher salaries and resources. They expressed support for pursuing bond and override measures to increase funding and improve teacher pay and retention. The forum also addressed administrative cost reductions, with candidates supporting efficiency but stressing the need for transparency and community engagement. Strategies to reverse enrollment decline included better marketing of district programs and community engagement events. Candidates highlighted the importance of maintaining a balanced budget, supporting qualified staff, and advocating for increased state funding through legislative engagement. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were discussed, but the conversation underscored the district's financial challenges and the potential for future funding initiatives that could impact procurement and spending.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Education
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 24, 2026

### Sources
- [Governing Board candidate forum 09/24/2026](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pOGCCIcnKL8) - Governing Board CCUSD93