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Corvallis School Board adopts 2025–26 budget after hours of public and member debate
Summary
The Corvallis School Board on June 12 adopted Resolution 25-0601 to set the 2025–26 budget, make appropriations and impose property taxes after lengthy discussion about cuts, staffing impacts and community engagement; the vote was 6–0 with one member absent.
The Corvallis School Board on June 12 adopted Resolution 25-0601 to adopt the 2025–26 budget, make appropriations, impose property taxes and categorize taxes for the fiscal year.
Board members and district staff described the budget process as unusually difficult this year and said it required painful staffing and program decisions. Several directors praised district budget staff for transparency while urging continued efforts to engage the community on priorities.
The board’s vote followed hours of discussion. Chris moved the resolution; Sammy seconded. Board members who spoke during debate — Sammy, Chris, Judah, Shauna, Bernie and Chair Lou — described the process as “excruciating,” praised the…
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