California Colleges Get $2.7B Boost | Venice Beach News

Venice Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 8, 2026 · 2m

California’s community colleges are set to receive a massive $2.7 billion boost in the 2026-27 budget, thanks to Assemblymember Rick Chavez Zbur’s tireless advocacy. This historic Proposition 98 funding surge targets deferred maintenance, enrollment growth, and a cost-of-living adjustment for students, while also unlocking flexible block grants to support programs, tech, and student services. Zbur spotlighted Santa Monica College as a powerhouse that transforms lives — helping students transfer, gain job-ready skills, or pursue degrees — positioning this investment as a direct win for the…