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Oley Valley SD officials outline multi-year budget shortfall, present millage options
Summary
Administrators told the board the district faces a $1.6 million shortfall this year and projected larger multi-year deficits; staff proposed not refilling several retired positions and presented millage scenarios — including a 1.124‑mill maximum option — to begin rebuilding reserves.
The Oley Valley School District’s committee received an April budget update presenting a current $1,600,000 shortfall and projected multi-year deficits if staff vacancies are filled and cost pressures continue.
Mr. Westin, who led the presentation, said the administration’s proposed adjustments include not replacing several retired or open positions (except a speech position that remains unfilled), trimming building-and-grounds and transportation line items, and using contracted speech services. The package of reductions produces an estimated net decrease in compensation and benefits…
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