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Bus Storage Facility Project

HBCSD Transportation Facility Update | November 18, 2025

The Huntington Beach City School District (HBCSD) is pleased to announce the approval of a joint-use agreement with the Ocean View School District (OVSD) to share OVSD’s existing transportation facility at Newland and Warner. Approved by both Boards at tonight’s meetings, this partnership provides a long-term, cost-effective solution that allows the District to collaborate with a neighboring district to maximize resources, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency.

Benefits of the Agreement

Through this joint-use arrangement, HBCSD and OVSD will:

  • Secure reliable space for bus storage and daily operations
  • Provide parking for drivers and dispatch coordination
  • Support the safe and efficient management of routes and schedules
  • Reduce costs through shared facility use, preserving more resources for classrooms and student programs

Student transportation services will continue without disruption. District buses will remain housed at the leased facility on Gothard Street until the joint-use facility is ready.

HBCSD extends its appreciation to OVSD for its partnership and collaboration on this agreement. Together, this initiative demonstrates how school districts can work collectively to deliver greater value to students and the community.

The District will continue to keep the community informed as implementation moves forward and facility details are finalized. Thank you for your continued support of our students, staff, and transportation team

HBCSD Transportation Facility Update | November 14, 2025

11/14/25

The Huntington Beach City School District (HBCSD) remains committed to establishing a long-term solution for student transportation operations and facilities.

Last year, the District pursued the purchase of a property on Palmdale Lane as a permanent bus storage facility. After extensive review and planning, the District will not move forward with this purchase due to factors outside the District’s control, including permitting inaccuracies from the seller and city requirements that prevented the project from advancing.

To support a sustainable and efficient long-term plan for transportation services, HBCSD is proposing a joint-use agreement with the Ocean View School District (OVSD) to share OVSD’s existing transportation facility at Newland and Warner. The agreement will be considered for approval by both districts’ Boards of Trustees at their November 18 meetings.

If approved, this joint-use arrangement will allow HBCSD and OVSD to:

  • Secure reliable space for bus storage and daily operations
  • Provide parking for drivers and dispatch coordination
  • Support the safe and efficient management of routes and schedules
  • Reduce costs through shared facility use, preserving more resources for classrooms and student programs

HBCSD will continue to keep the community informed as this proposal moves forward and will share updates following the Board's decision

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Updated: 12/3/25

What is HBCSD’s new plan for a long-term transportation facility?

On November 18, 2025, HBCSD and Ocean View School District (OVSD) Boards of Trustees approved a joint-use agreement allowing HBCSD to share OVSD’s existing transportation facility at Newland and Warner.

This agreement provides a reliable, cost-effective, long-term solution for bus storage and transportation operations.

What are the benefits of the joint-use agreement with OVSD?

Through this partnership, HBCSD and OVSD will:

  • Secure reliable space for bus storage and daily operations
  • Provide on-site parking for drivers and dispatch coordination
  • Support safe and efficient management of routes and schedules
  • Reduce operational costs through shared use of an existing facility, preserving more resources for classrooms and student programs

Student transportation services will continue uninterrupted. HBCSD buses will remain housed temporarily at the leased Gothard Street facility until the joint-use site is ready.

When will HBCSD move into the joint-use facility?

The District is working collaboratively with OVSD to finalize timelines, assess site-readiness needs, and coordinate next steps. Updates will be shared with the community as implementation progresses.

How will shared facility costs be determined between HBCSD and OVSD?

Cost-sharing will be based on the number of employees each district has stationed at the transportation facility. OVSD has multiple departments on-site; HBCSD will house only the transportation team.

This staffing-based model ensures a fair and equitable cost-sharing between the two districts. The staffing counts for each district will be jointly reviewed during implementation.

How will HBCSD ensure that the shared facility costs with OVSD are fair and at market value?

HBCSD is committed to ensuring all facility-related costs are fair, transparent, and fiscally responsible.

The District will review all lease terms, renovation costs, and shared services to confirm they align with market norms and are financially viable for HBCSD.

Is the space between Dwyer Middle School and Smith Elementary available for bus storage?

No. All space between Dwyer and Smith is currently in use. The area that once contained transportation and maintenance buildings now houses the Dwyer gymnasium, STEM building and parking lots.

Will student transportation continue uninterrupted during this transition?

Yes. Transportation services will continue without disruption. District buses will remain housed at the Gothard Street leased facility until the joint-use site is ready for operations.

Why did the District originally explore the Sowers site?

Before the joint-use partnership became possible, the District conducted an extensive multi-year review of potential sites across Huntington Beach. At that time, with limited available land, the Sowers site was the only viable option.

The District is pleased that the collaboration with OVSD now provides a preferred long-term solution.

What is happening with the lot area near Sowers along Indianapolis? 

The District continues to thoughtfully evaluate potential options for the undeveloped lot adjacent to Sowers Middle School, and no determination has been made regarding its long-term use. A key factor in this process is our ongoing effort to identify an appropriate and permanent location for a new Maintenance and Operations (M&O) facility. While we value our partnership with the City and recognize the complexity of the review process, our submitted plans for an M&O building behind the District Office have been under review for nearly two years, and approval is still pending. Until a viable and approved site for M&O operations is secured, it would be premature for the District to make a final recommendation regarding the future use of the Sowers-adjacent property.

How will families and staff stay informed moving forward?

HBCSD will continue sharing updates as the joint-use facility timeline, site preparations, and operational plans advance. Updates will be posted on the District website and communicated to families and staff.