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Canyon ISD projects $6.4M shortfall, trustees target 6% budget reductions as enrollment holds at 11,493

Canyon Independent School District Board of Trustees · March 9, 2026
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Summary

Superintendent Dr. Darryl Flusche told trustees enrollment is at 11,493 and district leaders are pursuing a 6% budget-reduction target to address a projected $6,413,008 deficit reflected in the 2025–2026 budget schedules.

Superintendent Dr. Darryl Flusche told the Board that "Enrollment is at 11,493." He said district leadership is discussing cost reduction strategies to address a budget deficit and has set a goal of reducing budgets by 6%.

CFO Lela Vela provided budget schedules showing original and amended totals across functions; the budget materials list a projected net revenue over expense of ($6,413,008) for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. Trustees discussed the need for further analysis of expense categories and presented follow-up requests for more detailed department-level reduction options before formal measures are adopted.

Board members did not take action on reductions at the March 9 meeting; staff were directed to continue planning and return with options. The district also outlined near-term events and timelines tied to the strategic planning process that may inform budget priorities.