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Weston administrators propose fractional FTE cuts, board debates staffing trade-offs
Summary
Administrators presented a package of fractional staffing reductions and program adjustments totalling a net decrease of 7.4 FTE in the proposed budget; board members raised concerns about service impacts and turnover effects on staff.
Weston officials on Jan. 27 described proposed staffing reductions and program adjustments intended to lower the district's 2025 budget request, prompting debate among board members over instructional and operational trade-offs.
Administrators said the initial budget included a net decrease of 5.5 FTE and that follow-up proposals would raise total reductions to about 7.4 FTE, largely made up of fractional changes (0.2 or 0.5 FTE) spread across positions. "Our initial budget request included both increases and reductions in certain areas based on projected enrollment and student needs for a net decrease of 5.5 FTE," Julie (Human Resources) told the board.
School leaders said fractional reductions can be…
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