FABENS ISD budget plan calls for program and stipend cuts amid declining enrollment
Director of Finance Silvia Nunez presented a proposed 2026'27 budget that trims program intent codes by 10%, cuts local intent codes by 25% and reduces stipends and some travel/meal reimbursements; the tax rate awaits final appraisal numbers and will be approved later.
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Silvia Nunez, FABENS ISD Director of Finance, presented the proposed 2026'27 district budget and outlined several cost-saving steps intended to address declining enrollment and tax compression. Key budget adjustments include a 10% reduction in program intent codes, a 25% reduction in local intent codes, reductions in stipend amounts and tighter controls on stipend payouts, a dedicated substitute budget for campuses, discontinuation of district-funded non-UIL travel, prior-approval requirements for reimbursements, reduced districtwide meal purchases and a requirement that competitive quotes be obtained for purchases.
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