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Atascadero Unified approves routine fiscal resolutions to secure federal, state funds and authorize year-end transfers
Summary
The Atascadero Unified School District board adopted a package of routine financial measures, including the consolidated application for federal and state program funds, a declaration on Education Protection Account spending, temporary interfund borrowing authorization and year-end transfer authorization for fiscal 2024–25.
The Atascadero Unified School District Board of Trustees voted to approve a set of routine financial actions meant to ensure the district can apply for and receive state and federal program funds and manage fiscal-year cash flow.
The board approved the consolidated application that enables the district to receive Title I, Title II and Title III funds and approved Resolution 27‑24‑25 directing that Education Protection Account (EPA) monies be spent on instructional salaries and benefits, as required by the California Constitution and state guidance.
Administrators described the consolidated application as a routine, annual request that covers Title I to supplement basic programs, Title II for professional development and Title III for direct services to English learners. Business services staff said EPA funds — a temporary state source created through Proposition 30 — will be dedicated exclusively to classroom salaries and benefits, consistent with the constitutional requirement.
The board also adopted Resolution 28‑24‑25, authorizing temporary interfund borrowing permitted under Education Code section 42603 to handle potential timing issues in cash flow, and Resolution 29‑24‑25 authorizing the county superintendent to make necessary year‑end transfers to pay 2024–25 obligations. Staff said the actions are precautionary and routine; they do not reflect an anticipated cash shortfall but preserve flexibility if state payment deferrals or timing mismatches occur.
Board members conducted roll-call votes on each item and approved them as presented. The district will continue to report publicly how EPA dollars are used and will follow standard procedures for year-end accounting and interfund transfers.
