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District budget briefing: declining enrollment reduces state revenue, staff outlines right‑sizing plan
Summary
Finance staff told the board the district projects reduced FEFP revenue because of declining full‑time equivalent (FTE) enrollment and presented steps to align staffing and building footprint, including using attrition, reviewing vacant positions, and forming 'tiger teams' for operational efficiencies.
Brevard Public Schools staff told the board Sept. 9 that declining student enrollment has reduced state funding and that current spending projections are not sustainable without adjustments. The presentation framed the FY 2026 budget as a planning estimate that must be adjusted to match enrollment, state funding and board priorities.
“Our current spending is not sustainable based on our revenue projections in FY 26 and the out years,” said Cindy Lesinski (presenting as the district finance lead). Staff reported a drop of about 3,197.69 FTE when comparing the 2024–25 second calc to the 2025–26 projection and emphasized…
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