The South Pasadena Unified School District is taking early steps toward placing a potential new bond measure before voters, while continuing to complete projects funded by the voter-approved Measure SP from 2016.
District Explores Future Bond Measure
On Feb. 10, 2026, the Board of Education scheduled a presentation to review a bond feasibility assessment as part of its exploratory phase. The presentation was delivered by Charles Heath of TeamCivX and Dr. Tim McLarney of True North Research.
The feasibility assessment included public information services and ballot measure development, as the district evaluates whether to pursue a future general obligation bond.
District officials noted that the current bond program, Measure SP, did not address all facility needs. An updated Facility Master Plan is now being developed to prioritize key projects should a new bond move forward.
Among the needs identified:
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South Pasadena High School auditorium upgrades
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Elementary school restroom improvements
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District-wide technology, infrastructure and security enhancements
To support the exploratory work, the district has retained several firms:
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TeamCivX, hired for ballot measure development, feasibility assessments and public information services at a base fee of $7,500 per month
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Stradling Yocca Carlson & Rauth, serving as bond counsel and disclosure counsel for legal work related to bond elections and issuance
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SVA Architects, approved to update the Facility Master Plan in preparation for a potential general obligation bond
At this stage, the effort remains exploratory.
Measure SP: 2016 Bond Program Continues
Voters approved Measure SP in 2016, authorizing $98 million in bond funding for capital improvement projects across the district.
Completed projects under Measure SP include new STEM classrooms, roof replacements, HVAC replacements and solar panel installation.
Recent board actions tied to Measure SP funding include:
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Approval of testing and inspection contracts for new HVAC units at South Pasadena High School, funded through the Bond Fund
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Approval of contract completion for the district-wide solar project by Energy Systems Group, LLC
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Approval of completion of HVAC controls upgrades at the middle school by Southland Industries
Citizens’ Bond Oversight
The Measure SP Citizens’ Bond Oversight Committee continues to meet to ensure that bond funds are spent appropriately and in accordance with voter intent.
On Feb. 10, 2026, the committee presented its 2024–2025 Annual Report to the Board. The Board also appointed members to two-year terms ending in 2027, including Noel Bahamon, Ada Lee, Michael Mayne (Taxpayer Organization Representative), Jesse Torres and Michael Hinojosa.
The committee will remain active until all Measure SP funds have been expended.
