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Board of Education Regular Meeting - Feb 11 2026

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 · School board meeting record

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The Fresno Unified School District Board of Education will meet on February 11, 2026, to discuss bond issuances, proposed policy revisions, and closed-session personnel and legal matters. Key items include the authorization of up to $90 million in new bond sales and a $5 million debt service savings plan.

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The board is considering the issuance of $90 million in new debt through voter-approved bonds and a refinancing plan expected to save $5 million in interest costs, which impacts district capital projects and long-term financial obligations.

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AGENDA FEBRUARY 11, 2026 *4:30 P.M. (CLOSED SESSION) *5:45 P.M. (OPEN SESSION) BOARD OF EDUCATION, REGULAR MEETING

THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD AT 2309 TULARE STREET, FRESNO, CALIFORNIA 93721 FRESNO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT SECOND FLOOR - BOARD ROOM

*DESIGNATED TIMES FOR CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION ITEMS ARE ESTIMATES.

Please note: Parking will be available for board meetings after 5:00 p.m. at the N Street Parking Pavilion, located on the southeast corner of Tulare and "N" streets - entrance on "N" street. Board meeting attendees without key cards should report to the parking booth attendant. Please do NOT take a ticket. Additionally, the City of Fresno will not enforce the street meters in this area after 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

For the safety of all who attend Fresno Unified Board Meetings, everyone entering the Education Center building is subject to metal detector scanning. Board Policy 5145.12 allows for the use of metal detectors. Prohibited items are as follows: alcohol, illegal drugs, knives, or firearms.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, those requiring special assistance to access the Board meeting room, to access written documents being discussed at the Board meeting, or to otherwise participate at Board meetings, please contact the Board President or Board Office at (559) 457-3727. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the district to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the Board meeting and to provide any required accommodations, auxiliary aids or services.

Any member of the public who wishes to address the Board shall submit a speaker card specifying the item(s) they wish to address. The card must be submitted before or during the Board's consideration of the item.

In accordance with Board Bylaw 9322, students and parents/guardians may request directory information or personal information (as defined in Education code 49061 and/or 49073.2) be excluded from the minutes by making a request in writing to the Superintendent or Board Clerk.

Public materials are available for public inspection at our website at: fresnounified.org/board

TRANSLATION SERVICES: Available in Spanish and Hmong in the meeting room upon request.

Agenda Approved by: Mao Misty Her, Superintendent

*4:30 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Adela G. Duncan will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.

OPPORTUNITY FOR PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION AGENDA

RECEIVE INFORMATION & REPORTS (See Section A)

RECESS FOR CLOSED SESSION TO DISCUSS THE FOLLOWING: Student Expulsions Pursuant to Education Code Section 35146. Conference with Labor Negotiator (Government Code Section 54957.6); Fresno Unified School District Negotiator(s): David Chavez and Paul Idsvoog; Employee Organizations(s): SEIU, Local 521, FASTA/SEIU. Public Employee Discipline, Dismissal, Release, Reassignment, Resignation (Government Code Section 54957). Public Employment/Appointment (Government Code Section 54957). Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)). Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated, Pending, Threatened Litigation (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)).Potential Case (one) Receipt of a Claim Pursuant to the Government Claims ActClaim GL25-1209-16514 Claim GL25-1209-16515 Claim GL25-0821-16550

*5:45 P.M., RECONVENE and Report Action Taken During Closed Session

A. RECEIVE INFORMATION & REPORTS

1. RECEIVE Proposed Revisions for Board Policies Receive Proposed Revisions for Board Policies.docx Receive Proposed Revisions for Board Policies.pdf Included in the Board materials are proposed revisions for eight Board Policies (BP) as follows: BP 0450 Comprehensive Safety Plan BP 1340 Access to District Records BP 1445 Response to Immigration Enforcement (NEW) BP 5125 Student Records BP 5125.1 Release of Directory Information BP 5131.8 Mobile Communication Devices (NEW) BP 5139 Regulating the Possession or Use of Portable Communication Devices (DELETE) BP 5145.13 Response to Immigration Enforcement (DELETE) These revisions are in alignment with the Student Outcomes Focused Governance and best practices. The items will be brought back for approval at a future Board meeting. Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: Ambra O'Connor, telephone (559) 457-3838.

2. RECEIVE Resolution 26-55, Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of General Obligation Bonds, Election of 2020, Series D, in the Aggregate Principal Amount of Not to Exceed $60,000,000, and Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of a Bond Purchase Agreement and Official Statement, and Approving Documents and Official Actions Relating Thereto Receive Resolution 26-55.docx Receive Resolution 26-55.pdf Included in the Board material is Resolution 26-55, authorizing the issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds, Election of 2020 (Measure M), Series D, in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $60,000,000 and authorizes the execution and delivery of related documents and actions. Fiscal impact: Funding source is Measure M, approved by the voter electorate in March 2020. Contact person: Paul Idsvoog, telephone (559) 457-3134.

3. RECEIVE Resolution 26-56, Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of General Obligation Bonds, Election of 2024, Series B, in the Aggregate Principal Amount of Not to Exceed $30,000,000, and Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of a Bond Purchase Agreement and Official Statement, and Approving Documents and Official Actions Relating Thereto Receive Resolution 26-56.docx Receive Resolution 26-56.pdf Included in the Board material is Resolution 26-56, authorizing the issuance and sale of General Obligation Bonds, Election of 2024 (Measure H), Series B, in the aggregate principal amount of not to exceed $30,000,000 and authorizes the execution and delivery of related documents and actions. Fiscal impact: Funding source is Measure H, approved by the voter electorate in November 2024. Contact person: Paul Idsvoog, telephone (559) 457-3134.

4. RECEIVE Resolution 26-57, Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of 2026 Refunding General Obligation Bonds to Refund Outstanding General Obligation Bonds and Refunding General Obligation Bonds, Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of Related Escrow Agreements, Bond Purchase Agreement and Official Statement, and Approving Documents and Official Actions Relating Thereto Receive Resolution 26-57.docx Receive Resolution 26-57.pdf Included in the Board material is Resolution 26-57, authorizing the issuance and sale of 2026 Refunding General Obligation (GO) Bonds to refund four outstanding issues of general obligation bonds and refunding general obligation bonds of the district, and approving related documents and actions. Fiscal impact: Refunding the general obligation bonds is anticipated to result in an estimated $5 million in debt service savings. Contact person: Paul Idsvoog, telephone (559) 457-3134.

5. RECEIVE Resolution 26-58, Authorizing Debt Service Information to be Provided to the County of Fresno Respecting Unsold General Obligation Bonds of the Fresno Unified School District for Fiscal Year 2026/27

Receive Resolution 26-58.docx Receive Resolution 26-58.pdf

Included in the Board material is Resolution 26-58, authorizing Debt Service Information to be Provided to the County of Fresno Respecting Unsold General Obligation Bonds of the Fresno Unified School District for Fiscal Year 2026/27. Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: Paul Idsvoog, telephone (559) 457-3134.

B. CONFERENCE/DISCUSSION AGENDA There are no items for this section of the agenda.

C. CONSENT AGENDA All Consent Agenda items are considered routine by the Board of Education and will be acted upon by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of items unless a Board member requests, in which event, the items will be considered following approval of the Consent Agenda.

OPPORTUNITY for Public Comment on the Consent Agenda

1. ADOPT Findings of Fact and Recommendations of District Administrative Board Adopt Findings of Fact and Recommendations.docx The Board of Education received and considered the Findings of Fact and Recommendations of District Administrative Panels resulting from hearings on expulsion and readmittance cases conducted during the period since the regular meeting of the Fresno Unified School District Board of Education held January 28, 2026. The Superintendent recommends adoption . Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: Carlos Castillo, Ed.D., telephone (559) 457-3750.

2. ADOPT Resolution No. 26-63, Support of Extending Proposition 55 Adopt Resolution No. 26-63.docx Adopt Resolution No. 26-63.docx Included in the Board material is Resolution No. 26-63, Support of Extending Proposition 55. Proposition 55, approved by California voters in 2016, provides a dedicated and ongoing revenue stream for K–12 public schools and community colleges throughout the state. Support of the extension of Proposition 55 will preserve and strengthen stable state funding for public education as continued revenues from Proposition 55 are essential to maintaining the educational programs, student supports, and staffing necessary to meet the needs of Fresno Unified students. The Board President recommends adoption . Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: Ambra O'Connor, telephone (559) 457-3838.

3. ADOPT Provisional Internship Permits Adopt Provisional Internship Permits.docx Included in the Board material are Provisional Internship Permit (PIP) recommendations to rehire or hire upon Board adoption. Site principals recommended to Human Resources that the following teachers be rehired or hired in their positions in 2025/26 due to hard-to-fill credential positions. These individuals are all working towards completing the required classes/exams by the end of 2026/27 school year. The Superintendent recommends adoption. Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: David Chavez, telephone (559) 457-3713.

4. ADOPT Variable Term Waiver for Bilingual, Cross-Cultural, Language and Development Authorization Adopt Variable Term Waiver for BCLAD.docx Included in the Board material is a Variable Term Waiver request for Bilingual, Cross-Cultural, Language and Development (BCLAD) Authorization for the 2025/26 school year. The Education Code 44225(m) allows the commission to grant waivers to fill in an area that is deemed hard-to-fill.The individual is working towards completing the required coursework for the Multiple Subject Credential and BCLAD Authorization. The Superintendent recommends adoption. Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: David Chavez, telephone (559) 457-3713.

5. APPROVE Personnel List Approve Personnel List.docxApprove Personnel List.pdf Included in the Board material is the personnel List, Appendix A, as submitted. The Superintendent recommends approval. Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: David Chavez, telephone (559) 457-3713.

6. APPROVE Meeting Minutes Approve Meeting Minutes.pdf Included in the Board material are draft minutes for the regular meeting of the Fresno Unified School District Board of Education, held January 28, 2026. The Superintendent recommends approval. Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: Superintendent Her, telephone (559) 457-3884.

7. APPROVE Proposed Revisions to Board Policies - Constituent Services Approve Proposed Revisions for BP - Constituent Services.docxApprove Proposed Revisions for BP- Constituent Services.pdf Included in the Board materials are proposed revisions for four Board Policies (BP) as follows: BP 1260 Parent/Guardian Involvement (DELETE) BP 1312.3 Uniform Complaint Procedures BP 1325 Advertising and Promotion BP 5141.5 Emotional Well-Being and Mental Health These revisions are in alignment with Student Outcomes Focused Governance and best practices. The Board President recommends approval . Fiscal impact: There is no fiscal impact to the district at this time. Contact person: Ambra O'Connor, telephone (559) 457-3838.

8. APPROVE Addition to Legal Services Agreements for 2025/26 Approve Addition to Legal Services Agreements.docx Approve Addition to Legal Services Agreements.pdf Included in the Board material is a document listing an additional legal firm recommended for approval to provide legal services to Fresno Unified School District during the 2025/26 fiscal year. The firm's name, location, and attorney rates are also listed. The Superintendent recommends approval. Fiscal impact: Sufficient funds are available in the 2025/26 budget in the Unrestricted General Fund, Worker's Compensation Fund, and Liability Fund. Contact person: Patrick Jensen, telephone (559) 457-6226.

9. APPROVE Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Kraw Law Group APC Approve Amendment No. 1 Agreement with Kraw Law Group APC.docx Approve Amendment No. 1 Agreement with Kraw Law Group APC.pdf Included in the Board material is amendment No. 1 to the agreement with Kraw Law Group, APC, to provide legal consulting services to the Joint Health Management Board (JHMB). The Superintendent recommends approval. Fiscal impact: Sufficient funds in the amount of $246,000 are available in the Internal Health Fund budget. Contact person: Patrick Jensen, telephone (559) 457-6226.

10. APPROVE Amendment No. 8 to the Agreement with MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc. Approve Amendment No. 8 Agreement with MedImpact.docx Approve Amendment No. 8 Agreement with MedImpact.pdf Included in the Board material is amendment No. 8 to the agreement with MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc., formerly Elixir Rx Solutions, LLC, related to Prescription Benefit Management (PBM) services. MedImpact Healthcare Systems, Inc. currently provides PBM services for the district's active employees, early retirees, and their respective eligible dependents. The Superintendent recommends approval. Fiscal impact: Sufficient funds in the amount of $100,000 are available in the Internal Health Fund budget. Contact person: Patrick Jensen, telephone (559) 457-6226.

11. APPROVE Award of Bid 26-27, Viking Elementary School Administration Building Health Suite Modernization Approve Award of Bid 26-27, Viking Elementary School.docx Approve Award of Bid 26-27, Viking Elementary School.pdf Included in the Board material is information on Bid 26-27, Viking Elementary School Administration Building Health Suite Modernization. The project will include upgrading the Administration building to increase the size of the nurse suite to accommodate the new health suite requirements. Staff recommend the award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder: CMW Builders, Inc. (Hilmar, California) $293,000. The Superintendent recommends approval . Fiscal impact: Sufficient funds in the amount of $293,000 are available in the Measure M Fund. Contact person: Paul Idsvoog, telephone (559) 457-3134.

12. APPROVE Award of Bid 26-28, Wawona Middle School Administration Building Health Suite Modernization Approve Award of Bid 26-28, Wawona Middle School.docx Approve Award of Bid 26-28, Wawona Middle School.pdf Included in the Board material is information on Bid 26-28, Wawona Middle School Administration Building Health Suite Modernization. The project will include upgrading the Administration building to increase the size of the nurse suite to accommodate the new health suite requirements. Staff recommend the award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder: CMW Builders, Inc. (Hilmar, California) $302,800. The Superintendent recommends approval. Fiscal impact: Sufficient funds in the amount of $302,800 are available in the Measure M Fund. Contact person: Paul Idsvoog, telephone (559) 457-3134.

13. APPROVE Award of Bid 26-29, Baird Middle School Administration Building Health Suite Modernization Approve Award of Bid 26-29, Baird Middle School.docx Approve Award of Bid 26-29, Baird Middle School.pdf Included in the Board material is information on Bid 26-29, Baird Middle School Administration Building Health Suite Modernization. The project will include upgrading the Administration building to increase the size of the nurse suite to accommodate the new health suite requirements. Staff recommend the award to the lowest responsive, responsible bidder: CMW Builders, Inc. (Hilmar, California) $318,000. The Superintendent recommends approval. Fiscal impact: Sufficient funds in the amount of $318,000 are available in the Measure M Fund. Contact person: Paul Idsvoog, telephone (559) 457-3134.

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