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District lobbyist warns of significant K–12 budget pressure as lawmakers pick revenue forecast
Summary
Amy Atwood briefed the board on two competing state revenue forecasts and the risk of K–12 cuts; she highlighted Senate Bill 135, a proposal to send a TABOR-related ballot measure that would dedicate up to $200 million annually to K–12 for 10 years if voters approve.
Amy Atwood, a contract lobbyist for Mesa County Valley School District No. 51, told the board March 24 that the legislature is operating with two revenue forecasts and that differences between the governor’s office and legislative council staff have created uncertainty for K–12 budgeting.
Atwood said the office of state planning and budget’s forecast leaves a projected budget gap of roughly $750–$800 million, while legislative council staff projected a larger gap near $1.4 billion. The joint budget committee chose to base its work on the more generous forecast, Atwood…
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