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Cromwell board hears budget squeeze as special-education and transportation costs rise
Summary
Superintendent reported the district was effectively cut $81,494 after requesting a 6.25% increase and receiving 6.03%; finance director said the district encumbered $335,000 for new special-education services and transportation, prompting discussion of district-run vehicles as a long-term cost solution.
The Cromwell School District board on Monday heard that the district’s requested budget increase was reduced, with the superintendent saying the net effect was a cut of $81,494 even after the board was granted a 6.03% increase.
“we were cut $81,494. We went in asking for a 6.25, and we, were granted a 6.03%,” Superintendent Dr. Macri said, adding that some of the difference will be managed through utility line adjustments.
Why it matters: board members and the finance director said rising special-education costs and transportation for outplaced students are the…
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