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Board approves joining new Association of California County Boards of Education
Summary
After a presentation by Dr. Yvonne Chan, the board voted to join the Association of California County Boards of Education (ACCBE), citing support for county‑focused advocacy, training, and resource sharing.
The Santa Barbara County Board of Education voted to join the newly formed Association of California County Boards of Education after a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Yvonne Chan of Los Angeles County, who helped introduce the organization and its objectives.
Dr. Chan described ACCBE’s role as a county‑board peer network offering training, advocacy, a resource hub, and mentoring: “We are your colleagues,” she said, explaining that the association is membership‑driven and focused on county boards’ distinct needs. Trustees asked about dues, how ACCBE differs from CSBA, and whether the organization can take legislative positions; Dr. Chan said ACCBE is incorporated, can pursue grants, and can take positions as an independent organization.
Following the presentation, a trustee moved to approve joining ACCBE; the motion was seconded and the board voted in favor. The board discussion emphasized local advocacy and the ability to convene county boards on regional issues such as alternative education, apprenticeship, and property‑tax issues that affect county offices.
Board staff will follow up with details about membership dues, the proposed services and the regional engagement calendar.
