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Pasadena Unified board approves San Rafael reconstruction after debate over timing and funding

Pasadena Unified School District Board of Education · April 24, 2026
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Summary

After hours of public comment and a lengthy board debate over funding and consolidation, the Pasadena Unified School District board approved the proposed reconstruction of San Rafael, with at least one abstention recorded; opponents had urged postponement until conciliation recommendations concluded.

The Pasadena Unified School District board voted to approve a reconstruction plan for San Rafael after extended public comment and discussion about funding, capacity and whether to postpone the project until a separate conciliation recommendation is final. Board members debated the timing and potential cost increases if the district delayed the project.

Board President Tina Frederick called for the vote after a failed motion to postpone consideration until the conciliation recommendation was decided. A board member identified in the transcript as 'Rivera' said, "Me voy a abstener," before the roll call; the motion…

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