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Blount County Schools propose $129M operating budget, shift major capital to separate fund and flag urgent Chromebook order
Summary
School leaders proposed a roughly $129 million operating budget (Fund 141) with a planned use of fund balance for social studies curriculum, said they will shift major capital outlays to Fund 177, and warned of a time‑sensitive Chromebook purchase that must be ordered before July to be ready for fall.
Justin Ridge, director of Blount County Schools, and finance lead Britney presented the district’s preliminary budget approach and capital strategy to the committee. Ridge said the system serves roughly 10,000 students and employs nearly 1,700 staff and described academic recognitions and recent facility investments such as a renovated career and technical building.
Finance lead Britney provided…
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