#budget

Dallas City Manager Kimberly Bizor Tolbert has indicated that upcoming budget decisions may lead to layoffs for city employees. The city is facing a changing financial environment and cannot rely on predictable revenue growth. Tolbert stated that no programs or practices are exempt from review if they do not serve residents effectively. While the exact number of affected employees is not yet known, over 250 positions are being considered for elimination. The city plans to hold town hall meetings to discuss the budget and its impact on the workforce.

Dallas, Texas

https://www.nbcdfw.com/news/local/dallas-city-manager-signals-possible-layoffs-for-city-employees-ahead-of-next-months-budget-vote/4059817/

What surprises lie in store? What choices are being made to manage the end of quarter numbers? Not for employee benefit certainly, but to make the board think that real work is being done.

Shudder.

How is it possible to continue with an organization Senior Director staffed with zero revenues going on 2+ years?

Use that budget to support Customers and grow real revenues.

Competiton is real. DEI is not.

Salem-Keizer School District will reduce its staffing by 120 positions for the upcoming school year, including 62 teachers and 58 classified employees. This reduction is part of a $23 million budget cut aimed at addressing financial challenges. Retirements played a significant role in mitigating widespread layoffs, with 80 employees accepting a bonus for early notice. While no student programs face complete elimination, some elective course offerings will be reduced. The district faces ongoing financial pressures due to rising costs and declining enrollment.

Salem, Oregon

https://www.salemreporter.com/2026/08/05/no-district-can-reduce-this-level-of-funding-without-feeling-the-impact-a-look-at-salem-keizers-15-million-in-staffing-reductions/

New state property tax laws have prompted a record number of Indiana school districts to seek voter approval for additional funding. Thirty-eight districts will place referendums totaling approximately $500 million on the November ballot. These measures are intended to cover essential expenses such as construction, safety, and operating costs. The reforms limit how often districts can ask voters for tax increases, creating a financial squeeze. Many districts are struggling to maintain current services due to rising expenses and stagnant revenue.

Indiana

https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/08/04/36-indiana-school-districts-to-seek-referendums-this-fall/

Rosenberg city leaders are contemplating service reductions and potential layoffs to address a significant budget shortfall. The city faces a $2.3 million deficit, prompting discussions about raising property taxes for the first time in nearly a decade. Mayor William Benton has expressed opposition to any tax increases. A proposed budget is expected by Friday, with a tax rate increase vote scheduled for August and the final budget vote in September.

Rosenberg, Texas

https://cw39.com/news/local/rosenberg-faces-budget-deficit/

Every year the "top" contributors get to go (with a plus one) to the Diamond Club event. Waste of $$$$. Always, a 5 star place. Top entertainment. Stop the Waste. They have to have 1 person from each group nominated.

The Chicago Board of Education voted to reject a proposed budget that would have resulted in over 1,000 layoffs. Instead, the board approved a revised plan contingent on $150 million in uncommitted state funding. Board members supporting the amendment argued that mass layoffs would harm students and that the district's warnings were exaggerated. This decision was made despite warnings from district officials that it could lead to an unbalanced budget and financial instability. The vote passed 11-7, with supporters aligning with the Chicago Teachers Union.

Chicago, Illinois

https://www.wbez.org/education/chicago-school-board/2026/07/30/chicago-school-board-approves-budget-that-reverses-layoffs-but-counts-on-shaky-state-funds

It’s a spending spree now that the company got more help! Teams traveling the globe and enjoying entertainment and fancy dinners.
Yet-we are in debt and are taking on more debt.
Not to mention the 6 figure work from the coach and pool side positions.

Despite a surplus in the last fiscal year, Akron Public Schools is projected to face significant deficits starting this academic year. The district's financial outlook indicates spending will outpace revenue in the coming years. This shift necessitates the consideration of cost-saving measures by the school board. The board is actively deliberating these potential actions to address the looming financial challenges. The future financial stability of the district is a primary concern.

Akron, Ohio

https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/news/education/2026/07/26/akron-school-board-weighs-cost-saving-measures-amid-uncertain-future/91022676007/

There was a thread here saying they were going to give everyone a ridiculous low budget.
At least 1 org was put under it and they had to put in for an exemption.
But I've seen mgmt recently asking for how we are innovating with AI again.
Which way is the wind blowing this week?
Are they capping or not?

A few analysts were recently let go. Seems like C&S Ohio is dying a slow death ever since MMP and DSNP have gone away. We were told it was due to the business like they were supporting was basically dead? I am assuming that was DSNP. MMP has been gone for several months now. The speculation rumor mill is that these analysts had been there quite a while and were probably making good money so they let them go to save money. I dont know if it was random or if the leadership all conjour together and figure out who they can let go. Its very interesting that not one leadership person in Ohio was effected by losing MMP. One person left but they just went to the national line of business. Never trust any of these people in leadership. They are not your friend. They are all out for themselves and they get together to discuss who to keep and who not to keep. I would be very wary in Ohio C&S especially if you make good money. If you arent making good money you are probably safe because you dont effect the budget at all. Stay vigilant out there! Always have an updated resume.

Portland City Council narrowly approved a $10 million spending package to save 30 city jobs. The vote broke a tie, with the Mayor casting the deciding vote. This package also allocates $3 million for police training programs. The decision followed a contentious budget season marked by disagreements over spending priorities. The approved plan restores positions in several city departments, including parks, police, and fire.

https://www.opb.org/article/2026/07/22/portland-city-council-job-cuts-budget/

With Katz out and suddenly the budgets are still not settled again do we think reorg and layoffs are coming soon? Like realllll soon?

Oregon Health Authority leaders have canceled planned layoffs for nine employees. This decision comes after initial announcements and internal employee concerns about management's handling of budget issues. The agency cited ongoing discussions with the Governor's Office and state budget partners for the change. While these specific layoffs are averted, the agency faces significant future budget challenges and potential service cuts. The exact size and cause of the agency's budget deficit remain undisclosed.

Salem, Oregon

https://www.opb.org/article/2026/07/17/oregon-health-authority-cancels-layoffs-budget-shortfall/

Has anyone achieved running out of capacity with any of the models? Today I just got a message that 5.6-Sol Ultra has run out of capacity. “Selected model is at capacity. Please try a different model.” So what’s this mean for Oracle and the budget? lol Stocks aren’t looking good. Now we will have imposed limits on AI but also expected to change our entire SDLC over to agentic?

To me it sounds like the noose is slowly closing in on Oracles wallet.

Our group seems to have a huge amount of money suddenly available and needing to be spent by EOY. Like… 100x what we spent on our most recent software implementation. Meanwhile other groups are still getting the “penny pinching” message I have heard most of my time here. And AI token costs are hitting. Anyone else confused?

A new state budget has provided crucial funding for Genesee County's prosecutor's office. This development averts the threat of layoffs for 32 employees. The funding supports a program aimed at adding staff to prosecutor offices in high-crime areas. This financial relief prevents a significant budget hole for the county. Employees can now expect continued employment without fear of job loss.

Flint, MI

https://www.mlive.com/news/2026/07/new-state-budget-funds-extra-genesee-county-prosecutors-shelves-potential-layoffs.html

Governor Maura Healey has proposed legislation to allocate an additional $100 million to local school districts. This funding aims to mitigate teacher layoffs and other budget reductions experienced by many communities. The money will be distributed based on projected student enrollment for the upcoming academic year. Funds are derived from anticipated revenues generated by the state's Millionaires Tax. This proposal requires approval from the state Legislature.

Boston, MA

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/07/15/metro/healey-legislation-provides-100-million-to-massachusetts-schools/

And OpenAI has a TRILLION dollars of promised spend with various hyperscalers, Oracle being one of the biggest. This doesn't bode well for AI in general as it's an admission that it's just not that useful, we are NOT "curing cancer" and likely never will.

Palo Alto Networks CEO Nikesh Arora warned that token costs need to drop as much as 90% to promote large-scale artificial intelligence adoption.

“I think 54% is a good start,” Arora told CNBC’s Seema Mody on “Squawk on the Street” on Thursday, after OpenAI CEO Sam Altman told CNBC that the frontier lab’s latest model is 54% more token-efficient for agentic coding. “I think we probably need another turn at it.”

Arora said token efficiency needs to drop to as much as 20% over the next 12 months, and 90% by the following year.

Chicago Public Schools has announced layoffs to address a significant budget deficit. District leaders stated that these reductions were implemented after exhausting other cost-saving strategies. The layoffs are expected to save approximately $18 million. This decision comes as the district faces a $732 million budget shortfall. Further details on the number of affected employees were not immediately available.

Chicago, Illinois

https://www.cbsnews.com/chicago/video/cps-announces-layoffs-in-attempt-to-close-732-million-budget-deficit/

Santa Barbara County has successfully reduced its planned staff layoffs. This positive development comes after receiving an unexpected increase in state funding. The additional money will allow the county to reinstate 15 positions that were previously slated for elimination. These restored jobs were part of a larger effort to address the county's tight financial situation and balance its budget. Consequently, the total number of layoffs has decreased significantly.

Santa Barbara, California

https://www.kclu.org/2026-07-13/santa-barbara-county-reduces-staff-layoffs-after-getting-an-unexpected-surge-in-state-funding?_amp=true

Jersey City's Mayor will formally introduce the 2026 municipal budget on Wednesday, following weeks of public hearings and the recent layoff of 31 provisional employees. The proposed budget aims to address a significant structural deficit by increasing municipal taxes by 15.5% and implementing over $58 million in spending reductions. This plan also relies on approximately $120 million in state assistance and covers $109 million in previously deferred obligations. Tensions are high as several City Council members have accused the administration of withholding financial information necessary to evaluate the proposed tax hike. The administration maintains the budget reflects extensive cost-cutting measures and fiscal responsibility.

Jersey City, NJ

https://www.tapinto.net/towns/jersey-city/sections/government/articles/this-week-long-awaited-jersey-city-budget-to-be-formally-introduced-on-wednesday

The Santa Barbara County Health Department will reinstate fifteen positions previously impacted by layoffs. This reversal is due to a revised state budget that provides additional revenue for the department. The restored roles include various clinical and administrative staff. This funding allows the department to increase productivity and improve workflow efficiency. The department is using this year to enhance operations in anticipation of potential future budget changes.

Santa Barbara, California

https://www.noozhawk.com/county-health-will-restore-15-positions-after-layoffs/

Are band promotions happening in Consulting this cycle? For band 6,7 and 8. How does the outlook and budget looks like?

Does severance come out of a managers budget? If so, what if they didn’t budget enough $$ for severance (they layoff more people than originally predicted)?

Portland State University is reconsidering some layoff notices issued to 52 faculty members. These notices were initially sent to address a $35 million structural budget deficit. The university is currently in negotiations with its faculty union to find alternative solutions. PSU aims to minimize involuntary job losses while still managing its financial challenges. The final plan for retrenchment has been delayed to explore these possibilities further.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.registerguard.com/story/news/education/2026/07/09/portland-state-university-faculty-layoffs/90838346007/

The Auburn School District has successfully balanced its budget for the upcoming school year without any necessary cuts. Despite a slight projected decrease in student enrollment, the district anticipates an increase in both certificated and classified staff. Expenditures have risen, but revenues have also seen an increase, leading to a stable financial outlook. The district plans to purchase new school buses and is proposing a bond measure for a new middle school. This positive financial outcome contrasts with neighboring districts that are implementing significant staff reductions.

Auburn, Washington

https://www.kentreporter.com/2026/07/08/auburn-school-district-faces-no-budget-cuts-or-layoffs/

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass visited the California State Capitol. She expressed her hope to avoid any layoffs within the city. The visit aimed to discuss budget matters and potential solutions. Bass is actively working to secure funding to maintain city services. Her efforts focus on preserving jobs for city employees.

Los Angeles, California

https://mshale.com/1848d54c/d9831810IDRFCSoEQRcJHAo

North Carolina lawmakers propose significant changes to the IOLTA program. This fund traditionally provides civil legal aid to low-income state residents. The new budget bill would restrict eligibility and redirect most incoming money. Funds would primarily support indigent criminal defense, not civil legal services. Groups involved in immigration or advocacy work would also be excluded from grants.

Charlotte, North Carolina

https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/politics-government/article316315140.html

New Jersey school districts face severe budget crises. Soaring healthcare costs are driving these financial difficulties. Many districts have responded with layoffs and program cuts. State lawmakers introduced a bill to replace the current health benefits program. This legislation seeks to improve bargaining power but raises flexibility concerns.

https://www.northjersey.com/story/opinion/columnists/2026/06/30/nj-teacher-health-benefits-crosshairs-schools-struggle/90693106007/

So much churn here, it is looking like mixer grinder on full speed. And perfect timing also with in-person work is starting soon, and now we have a new SVP with full “I have a PhD in retail/store” energy. Apparently he is telling us Jack himself recruited him. Very God. Very VIP. Please bow and clap.

But one small clarification: this Sprouts, not Walmart. Budget is not unlimited, people are not lining up to suffer, and nobody is waiting for some retail professor to come and save the day.

People already do not want to work with him. Existing employees are looking. New hires are ghosting after talking to him.

He is in for a rude awakening. Organic. Locally sourced, and very expensive

Marketing galore and execs taking family for games

https://americanbazaaronline.com/2026/06/10/dell-sec-filing-signals-more-workforce-cuts-as-severance-costs-climb-482584/

The Support New Bedford Fire Department criticized the Mayor's recent statements. The Mayor labeled the City Council's budget reallocation a "gimmick." This reallocation aimed to keep Engine 9 operational. It also prevented 26 firefighter layoffs. The department argues this action protects residents and firefighters.

https://www.newbedfordguide.com/new-bedford-fire-dept-slams-mayors-gimmick-label-defends-move-save-engine-9-prevent-26-layoffs/2026/06/26

Check this out
https://investor.amerisourcebergen.com/news/news-details/2026/Cencora-Announces-Samantha-Hammock-as-Chief-Human-Resources-Officer/default.aspx

while still on the Verizon's payroll until the end of June

Did everybody get a kick out of the latest Going Google Newsletter, uh, I mean propaganda rag?

Manipulated survey results, laughable fact-checking regarding Chromebooks, forcing everybody to give up Microsoft without anyone really having a say, you know managers will cow-tail to corporate and not issue exceptions to protect their departmental budget.

Absolutely infuriating even though we all knew it was coming.

Where is the World Cup travel and boondoggle money coming from all of a sudden?

How are we paying for this??