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Committee hears headwinds: PERS hike, bargaining and federal funding uncertainty
Summary
Staff told the Budget Committee that required PERS contributions are expected to rise by 6.5% of salaries, bargaining with REA and OSEA is ongoing, and federal funding levels remain uncertain — all cited as budget headwinds.
District staff identified several fiscal headwinds the committee will weigh as it reviews the 2025-26 budget. Kathy Steinert summarized that required PERS contributions will increase by 6.5% of salaries, negotiations with the Redmond Education Association (REA) and the Oregon School Employees Association (OSEA) are ongoing, and federal funding remains uncertain.
The presentation framed those items as material risks to the budget outlook. Staff also noted general economic uncertainty and a pending State School Fund forecast from state economists on May 14, which the district said it will use to update projections before finalizing the budget.
