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Board reviews largely balanced 2025–26 budget; Measure P revenue and 4.5% salary increases highlighted
Summary
The district presented a budget projecting about $56.5 million in revenues for 2025–26, driven by LCFF and parcel taxes (Measure G and new Measure P), a proposed 4.5% salary/benefit increase funded by Measure P and roughly $3 million in LCAP‑tied actions; multiyear projections show no deficit for next year but note state and tariff risks.
Ruth presented the draft 2025–26 general fund budget: projected revenues of about $56.5 million (roughly 50% from LCFF; an additional ~39% from local sources including parcel taxes/Measure G and Measure P). The presentation assumed a modest COLA and a small enrollment increase that together add roughly $800,000 of LCFF revenue. Measure P is expected to provide substantial local revenue and supports a proposed 4.5% salary and benefits increase for all employees.
On expenditures, Ruth noted 85% of costs are people‑related (certificated and classified staff); the budget adds about 6 FTE certificated positions for program expansion in VAPA, world language and counseling‑enriched classrooms. The district projected ending reserves above minimum requirements and no structural deficit for the coming year but flagged uncertainties (federal/state funding timing and tariff‑driven cost increases). Boardmembers praised the stable outlook and asked for clearer tracking slides to help compare historical metrics across presentations.
