June 23, 2022 2021-108 The Governor of California President pro Tempore of the Senate Speaker of the Assembly State Capitol Sacramento, California 95814 Dear Governor and Legislative Leaders: Located in Los Angeles County, the Bellflower Unified School District (Bellflower) has amassed a significant financial reserve—as much as $83 million in fiscal year 2020–21, which far exceeds the minimum amount the State requires. Bellflower consistently has not spent the amount it and i

Bellflower, CA – November 18, 2025  – John Paul Drayer officially announced his candidacy today for the Bellflower Unified School District (BUSD) School Board, Trustee Area 2. Drayer, a long-time resident and dedicated advocate for Bellflower students, launched his campaign on a platform focused on bringing transparency, academic rigor, and supportive resources back to the center of district operations. "Our district stands at a pivotal moment, requiring leadership that prior