Santa Barbara Unified Announces Public Review Period for Proposed 2025-2026 Budget

Santa Barbara Unified’s proposed budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year is available for public inspection. This critical document outlines the financial plan for the district’s operations, programs, and services for the upcoming school year.

The proposed budget will be accessible for review at the Santa Barbara Unified School District Office, located at 720 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara, CA, during regular working hours. For additional convenience, the budget document will also be available online at: https://resources.finalsite.net/images/v1749158000/sbunifiedorg/nv6j0jr41gelvmosbrv8/25-26ProposedBudget.pdf.

The district encourages community members to review the proposed budget and participate in the upcoming public hearing to provide feedback.

Key Dates for the 2025-2026 Budget Process:

• Public Inspection Period Begins: June 5, 2025, at the Santa Barbara Unified School District Office (720 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara) during regular working hours.

• Public Hearing: June 10, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the Santa Barbara Unified School District Board Room (720 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara).

• Budget Adoption Meeting: June 24, 2025, in the Santa Barbara Unified School District Board Room (720 Santa Barbara Street, Santa Barbara).

The Santa Barbara Unified School District is committed to transparency and community engagement in its financial planning. Your participation is vital in ensuring the district’s budget reflects the priorities and needs of our students and community.