District projects higher COLA but flags declining enrollment and 'right‑sizing' needs
At the June 4 meeting Colton Joint Unified staff presented the proposed 2026–27 budget, citing an augmented COLA of about 4.31%, projected enrollment of about 17,830 and rising salary and benefit costs; board members discussed the need to 'right‑size' facilities and staffing in response to enrollment declines.
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District finance staff on Thursday presented the Colton Joint Unified School District’s proposed 2026–27 budget and multi‑year projections, warning that rising personnel costs and declining enrollment will require planning to balance resources.
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