Budget Advisory Committee

Purpose

Cambrian School District is entering the 2025–2026 school year with enrollment about 110 students below projection, which creates a serious budget challenge. The Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) is tasked with recommending strategies to reduce spending/revenue enhancements by roughly $2.6 million for the 2026–2027 school year. The committee will review both cost-saving measures and potential revenue enhancements, always prioritizing approaches that protect the quality of education while supporting the district’s long-term financial stability.

Goals

Financial Analysis: Review the district's current budget, revenue sources, and expenditure to identify areas where cost reductions can be achieved.
Community and Stakeholder Engagement: Solicit input from stakeholders, including staff and parents, to ensure that the recommended strategies reflect the community's priorities and values.
Cost-Saving Strategies: Develop a comprehensive list of potential cost-saving items, including but not limited to, program adjustments, operational efficiencies, and staffing considerations.
Prioritization: Rank the proposed cost-saving measures based on their feasibility, financial impact, and alignment with the district's strategic goals.
Recommendations: Approve final recommendations report with detailed recommendations on how to achieve the approximately $2.6 million reduction in spending for the 2026-2027 school year.

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