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Measure I Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee

Independent citizen oversight of voter-approved Measure I bond funds.

Now Accepting Applications

The Board of Trustees of the Oxnard School District is seeking qualified, interested individuals to serve on the Measure I Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC).

There are currently open seats on the committee. Members review bond expenditures, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and present an annual report to the Board of Trustees. The committee meets three times per year. See How to Apply below.

Open Committee Seats

  • At-Large Community Representative – a member of the community residing within the District’s boundaries.
  • Business Organization Representative – an active member of the local Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club, Entrepreneur’s Organization, Small Business Development Centers, or Small Business Association community group.
  • Parent/Guardian Representative – parent or guardian of an enrolled student.
  • Senior Citizens’ Organization Representative – an active member of AARP, advocacy groups for senior citizens such as the National Council on Aging, or retirement centers such as the various University of California retirement centers.

Qualification Standards

Applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Be at least 18 years of age and reside within the District’s geographical boundaries, in accordance with Government Code Section 1020.
  • Cannot be an employee, elected official, vendor, contractor, or consultant of the District.

How to Apply

A hard copy or PDF version of the application (PDF) may be submitted by mail or email. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled:

Oxnard School District
Attention: Business Services
1051 South A Street, Oxnard, CA 93030
(805) 385-1501, Ext. 2401
plomeli@oxnardsd.org

About the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC)

In accordance with state law, the Oxnard School District has established a Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee (CBOC) to ensure transparency and accountability in the use of funds from voter-approved bonds. The CBOC operates under the Ralph M. Brown Act, ensuring all meetings are open to the public.

The committee is responsible for:

  • Reviewing and reporting on the expenditure of Measure I bond funds;
  • Examining annual performance and financial audits;
  • Presenting an annual report to the Board of Trustees.

Measure I (PDF) was approved by District voters on November 8, 2022, authorizing the issuance of $215 million in General Obligation Bonds to improve school facilities. The CBOC is composed of community members representing local businesses, senior citizen organizations, school-related groups, taxpayers’ associations, and parents of students in the District.

Committee Responsibilities

In accordance with Education Code Section 15278(b), the Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee shall:

  • Inform the public concerning the District’s expenditure of bond proceeds;
  • Review expenditure reports produced by the District to ensure that bond proceeds were expended only for the purposes set forth;
  • Present to the Governing Board, in public session, an annual written report outlining their activities and conclusions regarding the expenditure of bond proceeds.

Appointment of Committee Members

All appointments will be made by the Board of Education from applications submitted to the District.

Time Commitment and Term

Each member shall serve a term of two years, commencing as of the date of appointment by the Board of Education.

Committee Members

Open Seat

Vacant

Representation: Business Organization

Open Seat

Vacant

Representation: Community At-Large

Open Seat

Vacant

Representation: Senior Citizens’ Organization

Mr. Carlos Sepulveda

Position: Parent, Soria School

Representation: Parent/Guardian

Ms. Lisa Latimer

Position: Former Parent, Soria School; Former PTA & School Site Council Member

Representation: Community At-Large

Mr. Charles McLaughlin

Position: Ventura County Taxpayer Association

Representation: Taxpayers’ Organization

Mr. Will Ray, Jr.

Position: Parent, PTA Board Member, McAuliffe School

Representation: Parent/Guardian, PTA