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California’s recent passage of Proposition 2 is a step forward for school facility funding—but challenges remain. In his latest thought leadership piece, Mark Newton, B&D's California PK14 practice leader, dives into how public-private partnerships (P3s) can help bridge funding gaps and accelerate project delivery, drawing on real-world examples from Maryland and Arizona. Discover why P3s could be the key to unlocking your district’s potential.

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OUSD's Cole Administration Building. Photo credit: Cody Carpino

Oakland Unified School District’s new Cole Administration Building is a game-changer for centralized operations and community engagement. Located in West Oakland, this modern, 56,000-square-foot facility brings together administrative offices, community programs, and collaborative spaces—all thanks to a team effort by Brailsford & Dunlavey, Shah Kawasaki Architects, Arntz Builders, Cumming Group and Cordoba Corporation.

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