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Public commenters question district office expansion, board approves technology license and bond oversight appointment

Santa Paula Unified School District Board of Trustees · February 27, 2025
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Summary

Public commenters criticized a proposed district office expansion and rising construction estimates while the board approved a three-year network license renewal, appointed a bond oversight member and approved a new director job description and the consent calendar.

During public comment, staff and community members raised concerns about district office expansion and spending priorities. A district health technician (called to speak as Dena) urged recognition of support staff roles and described health services provided at Santa Paula Unified School District. Teacher Donna Cowls asked why the district office portable addition project's contract shows a jump from an initial $1.2 million projection to a $1.4 million contract, arguing the expansion appears…

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