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Raton Board reviews $14.7 million operating budget; unit value set at $7,117.10
Summary
At a special April 16 meeting, Raton Board of Education staff presented the proposed 2026–2027 operating budget: projected revenue is $14,673,487, with $11,156,322 budgeted for salaries and benefits and a unit value of $7,117.10 (22.6% increase). The board adjourned after the review.
The Raton Board of Education held a special meeting April 16 to publicly review the district’s proposed operating budget for the 2026–2027 school year. Ms. Baird, speaking on behalf of district staff, said the budget proposal sets the unit value at $7,117.10 — a 22.6% increase — and that projected revenue sources total $14,673,487. She said estimated expenditures include $11,156,322 for salaries and benefits and $3,517,165 for all other expenses.
Ms. Baird told the board that 76% of the district’s operational budget is allocated to salaries and benefits and that 63% of the budget supports direct instruction of students. She also noted student membership is "trending slightly upward." The district must submit the operating budget to the New Mexico Public Education Department (NMPED) by 8:00 a.m. on May 12, 2026, Ms. Baird said. After the presentation and public review, Mr. Kamp moved to adjourn; Mr. Walton seconded and the motion carried 5-0. The meeting adjourned at 7:30 p.m.
