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Poquoson school board approves one-time retention bonus as FY27 budget awaits state action
Summary
The Poquoson City School Board approved a one-time retention bonus for employees returning in 2026–27, funded with a mix of state and local dollars; the FY27 budget remains subject to the General Assembly’s final actions, staff said.
The Poquoson City School Board on April 21 approved a one-time retention bonus for employees who are hired as of May 1 and confirmed to return for the 2026–27 school year.
Finance staff recommended the bonus as a way to use newly available one-time state funds while meeting the state’s matching requirement. "Staff recommends a one-time retention bonus to be paid by June 30th," the finance presenter said, summarizing the staff recommendation and required timing tied to state disbursement rules.
Under the proposal, the total estimated cost is about $494,000, of…
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