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District financial outlook: Washington Unified says no deep cuts needed this year but longer‑term caution remains
Summary
Washington Unified staff told the board that closing 2023–24 books showed revenue up and expenses down, removing the need for significant cuts this year, but projections indicate reserve pressure in 2027–28 and staff flagged one‑time COVID funding expirations and grant‑funded positions requiring further review.
District finance staff presented an update on the Washington Unified budget stabilization plan, telling the board that updated close‑out figures from 2023–24 showed higher revenue and lower expenses than projected and that significant budget cuts are not required for the current year.
Director of Fiscal Services Billy Duba and Monique Stovall reviewed recent steps: the district adopted the 2023–24 budget in June and later performed a closeout that improved the near‑term picture; staff engaged a demographer to assess enrollment and capacity; and they are examining school boundaries and staffing configurations.…
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