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Plainfield SD 202 unveils three‑level budget‑reduction framework and staffing ratio proposals
Summary
Facing a projected $5 million deficit, district leaders presented a three‑tier reduction plan (operational, staffing, programs) and a sample ratio model that would raise average class sizes (elementary average cited rising from roughly 20.8 to 22.6; a sample high-school average from 21.3 to 24.6) pending further board direction.
District business officials presented a budget‑reduction playbook intended to respond to a projected multi‑year shortfall, detailing three sequential levels of action.
Level 1 focuses on operational and contractual reductions already underway: vendor reviews, deferring projects, energy and facilities efficiencies and other line‑by‑line savings. Presenters said much of level‑1 work has already been implemented or planned.
Level 2 addresses workforce and staffing: the district will evaluate attrition and vacancies, review administrative and…
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