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Board adopts FY2027 proposed budget after presentation showing enrollment and fund-balance pressures
Summary
The board approved the FY2027 budget that projects ADM of 1,377 (a drop of 46 students), an estimated general fund deficit of about $423,071, and a decline in unassigned fund balance toward the district policy minimum of 10%.
The Watertown-Mayer board voted to adopt the proposed FY2027 budget after hearing financial projections from Mr. Neske. Neske presented key figures: projected average daily membership (ADM) of 1,377 (down 46 students from FY26), a projected general fund deficit of about $423,071, and a drop in unassigned fund balance toward the district's 10% minimum. He said state aid comprises roughly 76% of revenues and salaries/benefits account for about 70% of expenditures.
Board members discussed the enrollment decline and the effects on state aid and special education reimbursements (special ed funding adjustments were called out, including recent reductions that lower special ed transportation reimbursement). The motion to approve the FY27 budget was moved by Mr. Burns, seconded by Mr. O'Neil, and carried by voice vote.
