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School board seeks $13.94 million in additional state funds after Virginia budget changes
Summary
The board adopted a resolution requesting an additional $13,942,359 from the city to reflect state budget amendments. Staff said the funds will support special-education supplements, step increases, pay‑as‑you‑go funding and other line items; board members requested further allocation detail.
The Virginia Beach School Board voted to request an additional appropriation of $13,942,359 from the city, reflecting state budget amendments signed on June 29, 2026. The resolution — read into the record — said the funds are expected for special-education add‑on compensation, a step increase to the unified experience-based pay scale, additional pay‑go funding and increased athletic fund revenues tied to higher ticket prices.
When asked for a breakdown, finance staff described the components presented at the board retreat and during follow-up: a reclassification/savings of $535,855 (moving security assistance to an incentive grant), a reduction of $50,966 for a local match no longer needed, $3,000,000 allocated to increased PAYGO funding, $3,000,000 to replace expiring grant funds, $214,000 for employee professional‑development tuition reimbursement, and roughly $4,800,000 toward the unified pay‑scale adjustment. Board member Mr. Callan asked for clearer allocation detail on the $13.94 million; staff said the retreat presentation and breakout are available and pledged to provide the specific line‑item breakdown. The clerk reported the motion to adopt the resolution passed by the board.
