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Rialto Unified board approves contracts, construction amendments and first interim budget report
Summary
Trustees approved multiple procurement and construction items, including CMAS-based technology and turf contracts, architectural services for classroom and gym projects, and accepted the first interim budget report noting potential cuts absent retirement incentive savings.
At the Dec. 18 meeting, the Rialto Unified Board of Education considered and approved a broad consent calendar of procurement items, construction‑related amendments and the district’s first interim financial report for fiscal year 2024–25.
Key approvals included authorization to use California Multiple Award Schedule (CMAS) agreements for turf maintenance and technology purchases (Ellis Construction for turf services and ConvergeOne for Chromebooks and related services), vendor renewals for translation/interpretation software, and multiple contracts for facilities projects. Specific capital actions included an amendment to the construction management agreement for two new classroom buildings at Eisenhower High School (added $96,260; discussion noted overall project cost estimates increased), architectural amendments for new gymnasiums and synthetic track work at middle schools, and approval of four kindergarten classrooms at Trapp Elementary (architectural contract up to $596,009). The board also awarded a concrete bid for Eubanks Elementary (approx. $900,000) and approved change orders and notices of completion for several construction projects.
On finance, staff presented the first interim report; the projection did not include potential savings from a voluntary separation incentive (SERP). Staff said achieving the district’s 3% reserve target would require substantial reductions if SERP savings do not materialize. Trustees asked for a monthly dashboard that includes safety indicators and said the special education audit would be posted online for review.
The board voted on each item via roll call; several items were pulled for discussion before the overall consent vote. Full contract details and amounts are in the meeting materials and purchase orders that will be listed in the district’s warrant reports.
What’s next: Staff will post the special education audit, proceed with CMAS purchases as needed and continue budget scenario planning, including analysis of the SERP effect on projections.
