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Votes at a glance: Santa Maria‑Bonita board adopts election resolutions, Pride Month proclamation, contracts, LCAP and budget
Summary
At the June 24 meeting the board unanimously approved election consolidation and candidate statement rules for the Nov. 3, 2026 election, proclaimed Pride Month, approved a summer contract with the Boys & Girls Club, adopted the LCAP and SIPSA updates, and adopted the 2026–27 budget.
The Santa Maria‑Bonita School District Governing Board on June 24 took a package of unanimous votes on administrative and fiscal items.
Key actions and outcomes: • Resolution 25‑32 (consolidation request): Board adopted a resolution requesting consolidation of the district’s Governing Board election with the Nov. 3, 2026 statewide general election. Dr. McDuffy noted terms expiring include Luz Maria Cabral and Ricky Lara.
• Resolution 25‑33 (candidate statements): The board adopted regulations regarding candidate statements and related costs for the Nov. 3, 2026 election.
• Resolution 25‑34 (Pride Month): The board adopted a proclamation recognizing June 2026 as Pride Month and reaffirming district commitments to safe and affirming school spaces.
• Boys & Girls Club contract: The board approved an add‑on contract to operate a five‑week Allan Hancock summer program serving up to 60 students per week at $339 per student per week; maximum billed not to exceed $101,700.
• LCAP, SIPSA and consolidated application (CARS): The board approved the Local Control and Accountability Plan update, school plans for student achievement (21 SIPSAs), and related state indicators; staff noted county technical revisions only.
• 2026–27 budget: The board adopted the district’s 2026–27 budget and issued a positive certification; staff summarized that roughly 88% of revenue is projected from state sources and 71% of expenditures cover personnel.
All motions were moved and seconded on the record; roll calls recorded the present board members’ aye votes. The board did not record any no votes on these items.
