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Gilbert board approves 2% pay increase for all employees; district to use one‑time funds and M&O to balance
Summary
The board approved a 2% across‑the‑board pay increase for FY2027, a $5.76 million package administration says will be funded largely by one‑time Classroom Site Fund money plus maintenance and operations and other funds; staff warned of budget risks from enrollment declines and possible minimum‑wage increases.
The Gilbert Public Schools governing board approved a 2% pay increase for all employees for the 2026–27 fiscal year.
Associate Superintendent Bonnie Betts told the board the total cost of the one‑year, across‑the‑board raise is approximately $5,760,000. To pay for the increase the district will rely on a mix of sources: about…
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