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Gilbert Unified finance staff present first monthly financial report; district highlights fund balances and potential capital funding
Summary
Gilbert Unified District finance staff presented the first monthly financial report for fiscal 2025–2026, citing a $1.3 million available M&O balance, ongoing variability in the classroom site fund, potential School Facilities Board roof funding, and projected drawdown in the employee benefit trust due to several high‑cost claims.
District finance staff presented the first monthly financial report for the 2025–2026 fiscal year, reviewing July activity and outlining several areas the governing board will watch during the year.
Bonnie Betts, associate superintendent, said available balances are calculated from the adopted budget the board approved in June and that July results reflect both paid expenditures and encumbrances, including salary and benefits. She said the district will present a first budget revision before Sept. 15 to account for legislative changes and to update maintenance and operations (M&O) and unrestricted capital.
Key points presented to the board:
- Maintenance & operations: The report showed an available M&O balance of about $1.3 million, better than earlier projections tied to staffing‑cost assumptions; Betts said lower average replacement salaries for retirees are a primary driver of improved balances.
- Classroom site fund: The district’s classroom site fund allocation for the year is $30.8…
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