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Somers board told to find about $113,000 in reductions; committee points to attrition as primary tool
Summary
During the May 26 meeting, the Planning/Finance committee reported the district needs approximately $113,000 in additional reductions, likely achieved through attrition and lower‑rate hires, and emphasized the need for clearer community communication about budget and revaluation impacts.
The Somers Board of Education’s Planning/Finance committee reported on May 26 that the district faces roughly $113,000 in additional reductions to balance the proposed budget.
The committee indicated reductions would largely come through planned attrition and hiring at lower salary rates rather than program cuts. Committee members and board discussion also referenced town‑wide budget pressures tied to recent revaluation and said the district needs to improve communication with the community about how revaluation affects school budgets.
No formal vote or specific personnel actions were taken at the meeting; the discussion remained at the committee report level and directed further analysis and outreach rather than immediate policy changes.
