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Board hears concerns about budget and pauses on purchases after federal grant delays
Summary
Board members and public commenters raised questions about an unapproved budget and the absence of a finance director while the district has paused purchase orders because federal reimbursements for Title I–IV and IDEA are delayed; payroll will continue and interfund loans are being considered.
Public commenters and district staff told the Fayette County School Board on June 10 that federal delays in education grant reimbursements are affecting district cash flow and prompting a pause on nonessential purchase orders.
Charles Watkins told the board, "I'm concerned about how the district will function without an approved budget or a finance director, especially with a new school year and superintendent approaching. The board must request the necessary funds from the County Commission—if you don't ask, the answer is automatically no. When will the budget be approved, and when will a finance director be…
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