Laura Afshar

This document outlines the critical need for repairs and upgrades to aging school facilities within the Burlingame School District, addressing issues such as dry rot, leaky roofs, and outdated plumbing and electrical systems. To fund these improvements, which include enhancing academic instruction, updating science, technology, engineering, and math labs, and providing modern classrooms, the District is considering an $89 million school facilities bond measure. The plan emphasizes strict fiscal accountability, local control of funds, and mandatory independent oversight to ensure funds are spent as promised.

The agenda for the meeting included discussions on District Operations matters such as Single Plans for Student Achievement (SPSA), School Accountability Report Card (SARC), Williams Uniform Complaint Report for the Second Quarter of 25/26, Governance Handbook Update, Facilities Strategic & Master Planning Services, the Proposal for the Development of The Burlingame Promise and Strategic Roadmap, and a Potential Bond Measure. Business Operations included review of service contracts for the 2025/2026 year, Payroll & Vendor Reports for November 2025, Child Nutrition Program Update for October and November 2025, San Mateo County Treasurer's Monthly Investment Report for November 2025, and the Second Read of the BEA & BSD Sunshine for the 26/27 School Year. The Human Resources section included a Personnel Actions update. A presentation from BIS was also scheduled.

The Board appointed Semonti Stephens to a vacant seat. Franklin presented their School Site Presentation, and the BCE Foundation presented BSD with a check. The Board reviewed CAASPP Scores for 24/25 and Local Data for 25/26. Dan Devoy, an outgoing Board Member, was recognized. The Board approved the Franklin Central Kitchen Design Development/Construction Documents and Cost Estimate, reviewed the Device Policy Update, approved the Community Matters MOU for the Safe School Ambassadors Program, and received the Annual and Five-Year Developer Fee Report. The Board received the Measure O Bond 2020 Series C Issuance Presentation and approved Resolution #2025/26-12, authorizing the issuance of Burlingame School District General Obligation Bonds, 2020 Election, 2025 Series C. Additionally, the Board approved service contracts for the 2025/2026 year and Payroll & Vendor Reports for July 2025, along with the San Mateo County Treasurer's Monthly Investment Report for July 2025. The Teacher Assignment Monitoring Outcomes Presentation was received, and the Committee on Assignments Procedures, Personnel Actions, Early Notification Incentive for Certificated and Classified Staff for 25/26, Teacher Intern MOU with REACH University, and Salary Schedules were approved. The Board also approved the 25/26 Credential Permits and Teaching Internships Updates.

The report discusses the revenue and expenditures of Measure L, which aims to protect math, science, technology, reading, and writing programs, retain qualified teachers, maintain hands-on science classes, support art and music, maintain school libraries, and maintain smaller elementary class sizes. The committee reviewed financial information, including revenue projections of $2.07 million, administrative fees, senior exemptions, and the number of parcels eligible for the tax. Expenditures were allocated to class size reduction, math/science programs, quality education, and reading/writing/language arts programs. The committee approved the annual report, finding that the District's Measure L expenditures aligned with their stated purposes.

The report reviews the revenue and expenditures of Measure L, ensuring funds are used for protecting math, science, technology, reading, and writing programs; retaining qualified teachers; maintaining hands-on science classes; supporting arts and music; maintaining school libraries; and maintaining smaller elementary class sizes. The total revenue projected for Measure L is $2.1 million, derived from $256 per parcel, minus administrative fees. Expenditures include class size reduction, math/science programs, quality education initiatives, and consultant services.