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District adopts $709.7 million spending plan
What happened
The 2026-27 budget plans $709.7 million in spending and $672.8 million in revenue.
Why it matters to families
Planned spending is about $36.9 million above projected revenue, so families can watch how the district manages reserves and future costs.
The evidence
The Board-approved LCAP budget overview gives both totals and says $213.0 million of spending is tied to LCAP actions.
The source
Final 2026-27 LCAPSee the full record for Bakersfield City School District.
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