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Knox County Board approves $717.7 million FY2027 budget after debate over staff reductions and tech spending
Summary
The Knox County Board of Education approved a $717,685,000 general purpose budget on April 23, 2026, after public comment and extended discussion over a reduction of 57 positions, technology spending and teacher pay increases.
The Knox County Board of Education voted April 23 to approve the fiscal year 2027 general purpose budget at the major category level, totaling $717,685,000, following public comment and extensive questions from board members.
Cadence Collins of Knox County used the public forum to urge greater transparency after learning of a reduction of 57 teaching positions and 27 support staff, saying the cuts were not addressed at the recent community budget meeting and asking when the decision was made and when the board was notified.
Board members pressed district staff for details during discussion. A district staffing official said the allocations and staffing…
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