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MPS committee hears plan to address $46 million audit-identified deficit

Committee on Accountability, Finance and Personnel, Milwaukee School District · February 18, 2026
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Summary

Superintendent Brenda Cassellius and budget staff told the committee they have identified a $46,000,000 deficit in a recent audit and are reviewing contracts, encumbrances and personnel controls to identify reductions and implement stronger finance and HR systems ahead of FY27.

Superintendent Brenda Cassellius told the Milwaukee School District’s Committee on Accountability, Finance and Personnel that district teams are undertaking a detailed review of contracts and personnel controls after audits identified a $46,000,000 shortfall. "We will be sure when we come with any reductions or efficiencies that we have to make in order to meet the $46,000,000 deficit that has been identified in the audit," she said.

The administration framed the work as part of a corrective action plan that includes improved budget controls, tighter…

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