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Glendora Unified projects shrinking reserves over three years; district to adopt budget June 26
Summary
Business services presented the proposed 2025–26 budget showing $78.6M in unrestricted revenue, projected LCFF of $76.1M and an ending unassigned balance that falls from $16.5M (25–26) to $9.6M by 27–28; trustees pressed for more analysis on special-education encroachment and staffing percentages.
Glendora Unified School District on Monday presented the proposed 2025–26 budget and estimated 2024–25 actuals, warning of a multi-year decline in unassigned reserves if current assumptions hold.
Chief business staff told the board the district—s proposed unrestricted general fund revenues total about $78.6 million for 2025—26 and that LCFF funding is projected at roughly $76.1 million. Proposed unrestricted expenditures were presented near $66.9 million. After projected revenues and expenditures, staff showed an estimated unassigned ending balance of $16.5 million for 2025—26, declining to $12.5 million in 2026—27 and $9.6 million in 2027—28 under current assumptions.
"The state budget is still tight," said Sally Medina, the district—s director of fiscal services, describing the governor—s May Revision as offering limited ongoing funds and some one-time discretionary dollars. Staff also warned of possible state "deferrals" that could affect district cash flow.
Board members asked detailed questions about staffing and special-education costs. Presenters said approximately 80% of general fund expenditures are salaries and benefits and that special education continues to encroach on the general fund, driven by higher contracted-service costs, placements in residential treatment and other IEP-mandated services.
Why it matters: The budget sets legal certifications and spending for next year; declining reserves and rising special-education costs could require program adjustments or one-time stabilization measures.
Next steps: The board opened the budget public hearing; formal adoption is scheduled for the June 26 meeting to meet state filing deadlines (adopt by June 30). Staff will provide comparative staffing and special-education percentage data to trustees on request.
