Travis Unified details $2 million fencing, cameras and entry upgrades; contracts expected in January

Superintendent Tiffany Benson outlined a multi-year, $2.0 million fencing and safety program for Travis Unified on Dec. 18, saying the bid is out and contracts will be presented to the board in January.

Benson said the work is the culmination of more than three years of planning and follows approval of Measure R funds. The district's scope includes site assessments, design and engineering, utility coordination and accessibility work in addition to perimeter fencing, single points of entry, additional cameras and license-plate readers. She told trustees that bids are based on thoroughly developed plans to reduce potential change orders and improve fiscal predictability.

"All of that is already done, and the bid is out. So the contracts will be reviewed by the board, for then construction to begin in January," Benson said.

Trustees emphasized the need for both physical upgrades and a sustained security mindset among students and staff. One board member urged the district to couple the fencing with training so students and employees know how to recognize and report suspicious activity.

Benson said district staff incorporated safety consultant and public-safety feedback in redesigning plans before bidding and estimated residents will see final fences across district sites in 2026. The presentation noted trade-offs inherent to retrofitting active campuses and the need to stage construction around school operations.

The board will consider contract awards in a future public meeting after staff completes its bid review and contract checks.