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District staff say 10% athletics stipends, extra-duty cuts will preserve programs at reduced rates
Summary
Administrators told the committee a tentative 10% cut to middle- and high-school athletic salaries would save about $43,000 while retaining programs; they also warned that many club advisors and small activities could disappear if extra-duty stipends are removed.
Administrators said a tentative agreement with certificated staff would reduce athletic salaries by 10% at the middle- and high-school level, saving roughly $43,000 and preserving programs at the lower rate. "We're also tentative agreement with the certified group, is a 10% general reduction in athletic salaries at middle and high school. That generates about $43,000 in savings," an administrator said.
Committee members pressed whether eliminating extra-duty stipends would eliminate student clubs and after-school activities. Staff responded that some responsibilities could be absorbed by administrators or volunteers, but several small clubs would likely end if stipends were removed; administrators indicated they would ask the teachers association about reducing stipends more broadly to find alternatives. Parents and committee members emphasized the extra-duty paychecks help staff make ends meet and sustain student experiences.
