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Board adopts conflict‑of‑interest policy, approves consent items and directs superintendent to issue RFP for general counsel
Summary
The San Bernardino County Board of Education approved several consent items and adopted Board Policy 116.7 (Conflict of Interest) on second reading; in closed session the board voted 4–0 to direct the superintendent to issue an RFP for general legal counsel.
The board approved its consent calendar and several action items, including amendments to the 2026–27 meeting schedule and minutes corrections from the March 9 meeting. Member Loofe moved approval of corrected minutes and the motion carried after a second and voice vote.
On policy matters, the board voted to adopt Board Policy 116.7, the Conflict of Interest Policy (second reading and final adoption). The board also approved a first reading of Board Policy 117 (Electronic Communication) and discussed language that requires SBCSS staff to route certain messages to the appropriate staff member for handling.
In closed session the board voted 4–0 on a motion made by McGaffron and seconded by Loofe to "direct the superintendent to send out an RFP for general legal counsel." County counsel reported that vote when the board reconvened in open session.
What happens next: The superintendent will issue the RFP for general legal counsel per the board's direction; adopted policies will be posted consistent with board practice and the electronic‑communications policy will return for future consideration after counsel's review.
