Senator Padilla Secures Independent Fiscal Analysis for Coachella Valley Unified School District

“I am encouraged by the agreement between FCMAT and CVUSD that will result in a comprehensive, independent, multi-year budget projection and cash-flow analysis of the district. In time of financial trouble, FCMAT has the proven expertise in guiding districts across the state out of perilous fiscal situations and thereby avoiding the situation deteriorating into state receivership.

I am incredibly thankful to FCMAT CEO, Michael Fine for agreeing to provide this invaluable fiscal assessment and course correction to the district at no cost, so the district can focus its resources on serving students, families, and the community. With this assistance, CVUSD Superintendent, Dr. Frances Esparza has the tools necessary to lead the district to better days.”

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Steve Padilla represents the 18th Senate District, which includes the communities of Chula Vista, the Coachella Valley, Imperial Beach, the Imperial Valley, National City, and San Diego. Prior to his election to the Senate in 2022, Senator Padilla was the first person of color ever elected to city office in Chula Vista, the first Latino Mayor, and the first openly LGBT person to serve or be elected to city office. Website of Senator Steve Padilla: https://sd18.senate.ca.gov/