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Woodbridge board hears budget presentation showing $4 million drop in aid, higher staffing costs
Summary
At a May 1 public meeting, Dr. Massimino presented the Woodbridge Township School District proposed budget, citing a $4 million reduction in state and federal aid, a $12.4 million increase in salaries and benefits, and program expansions including K–5 literacy screening and new autism classrooms.
The Wilbur Center Board of Education on May 1 heard a budget overview from Dr. Massimino outlining a proposed 2025–26 school budget that reflects roughly $4 million less in state and federal aid and higher personnel costs.
Dr. Massimino said the district “is 1 of the districts that lost state aid,” and that the proposed tax levy increase of 2% helps offset the shortfall. He told the board that total salaries and benefits show “a $12,400,000 increase,” and that out‑of‑district private tuition and transportation for students placed outside the district remain unconstrained and can increase substantially.
The presentation listed…
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