#budgetcut

Black Mountain faces a nearly $2 million budget shortfall. Rising operational costs and storm recovery expenses caused the deficit. Town Manager Richard Hicks cited rising personnel and health insurance costs. Officials propose freezing five to six positions and raising taxes. They also consider increasing garbage fees and water rates to balance the budget.

Black Mountain, N.C.

https://wlos.com/news/local/black-mountain-budget-shortfall-million-officials-town-manager-layoffs-tax-increases-interim-richard-hicks-community-governments-helene-recovery-meeting-

St. Landry Parish Schools faces a deep financial deficit. The school board learned the system is millions in debt. The district operates "check to check" and loses cash. It expects a nearly $4 million debt by fiscal year-end. School closures, consolidations, and layoffs are possible solutions.

Opelousas, Louisiana

https://www.kadn.com/video/st-landry-parish-schools-facing-millions-in-debt-closures-layoffs-possible/video_33f27eb5-75af-5ba7-a28d-91c7f053acea.html

Palo Alto Unified School District forecasts financial hardship and potential layoffs. This follows the failure of Measure B, a parcel tax that would have generated $15 million annually. The district also reached an impasse in contract negotiations with its teachers' union. Chief Business Officer Charen Yu stated staff positions and expenditures may be cut. Educators dispute the district's conservative budget projections, citing historically higher year-end balances.

Palo Alto, California

https://www.paloaltoonline.com/palo-alto-schools/2026/06/04/school-district-forecasts-financial-uncertainty-layoffs-after-parcel-tax-fails/

Is this mainly focused on the groups in the “corporate functions” overhead org or all of the embedded functions in the businesses as well? Been hearing the overhead groups already found out last week or week prior not sure about the others.

The University of Maryland, College Park, laid off 84 employees. School officials cited increased energy costs and reduced federal funding. The university also lost $104 million over the past three years. A union representing employees called the decision unacceptable. No further layoffs are currently anticipated by the university.

College Park, Maryland

https://marylandmatters.org/2026/06/04/umd-lays-off-84-employees-amongst-period-of-uncertainty/

JP Morgan amd BOA have started cutting middle managers/regional presidents/retail area execs. Is thisbhappening at Fifth Third? Ai spend is really ramping up now!!!

Layoffs at Asante began this week. Employees reported cuts in IT, security, and nutrition departments. Asante CEO Tom Gessel previously warned of a projected $50 million deficit. He anticipated 300 or more job losses in fiscal year 2026. Asante officials declined to comment on the reported layoffs.

Medford, Oregon

https://rv-times.com/2026/05/27/asante-declines-comment-on-reported-first-wave-of-budget-cutting-layoffs/

Marshfield Schools notified 108 employees of layoffs or displacement. This action addresses a $4.52 million district deficit. Staff reductions will alter elementary operations, arts, and student services. The district faces a 62% share of the town's structural deficit. Residents must approve a tax override to prevent these cuts.

Marshfield, Massachusetts

https://www.southshore.news/p/108-layoff-and-displacement-notices

Concordia University faces significant financial challenges. The university expects to implement layoffs to address a $35-million budget gap. Even with these cuts, a $20.7-million deficit is projected for 2026-27. Declining international student enrollment and rising costs contribute to the financial strain. Federal and provincial policy changes have impacted revenue streams.

Montreal, Quebec

https://montrealgazette.com/news/concordia-university-layoffs-budget-cuts/

The Lee County School District informed 457 employees their contracts would not be renewed. Of these, 275 affected employees are teachers. The district faces a $46.7 million budget deficit. Another 407 teachers will leave due to attrition next year. Some non-renewed positions may be preserved or reallocated.

https://www.wgcu.org/education/2026-05-20/more-than-half-of-457-layoffs-in-lee-county-schools-will-be-teachers-275-get-notices

Peninsula College declared a financial emergency. Twelve full-time staff positions will be eliminated. Several educational programs face elimination or suspension. A $1.8 million budget deficit prompted these measures. Furloughs will also impact high-earning staff beginning in July.

https://ptleader.com/articles/local-news/budget-crisis-forces-layoffs-program-cuts-and-furloughs-at-college/

NPR is reorganizing its newsroom operations. The network is offering buyouts to approximately 300 employees. Layoffs will occur if insufficient staff accept voluntary departures. NPR faces an $8 million budget gap from reduced station fees and federal funding cuts. Recent large donations are primarily dedicated to technological innovation, not operating costs.

https://www.npr.org/2026/05/18/nx-s1-5821622/npr-buyouts-layoffs-reorganization

Intuit has limited budget for severance package.

The West Sonoma County Union High School District board finalized staff layoffs. These reductions address the district's ongoing budget deficit. The board approved 8.0 FTE certificated and 4.918 FTE classified position cuts. Seven Analy staff members were recognized for their retirements. The board also approved a teacher contract and a hate speech resolution.

Sebastopol, California

https://www.sebastopoltimes.com/p/retirements-and-layoffs-bring-a-sense

The Newport School Committee voted on May 12 to lay off 17 teachers. This decision is effective on May 29. The layoffs are strictly for financial reasons. The district faces a roughly $5 million budget deficit. Many community members and two committee members opposed the cuts.

Newport,

https://www.newportthisweek.com/articles/newport-school-committee-votes-to-layoff-17-teachers/

Mayor Jon Mitchell made a significant announcement. He revealed the closure of Engine 9. This fire engine is located on Ashley Boulevard. Layoffs of recently hired firefighters were also announced. The mayor delivered this news during his budget address.

New Bedford

https://www.southcoasttoday.com/story/news/2026/05/14/to-close-new-bedford-budget-gap-mayor-mitchell-calls-for-service-cuts/90072365007/

Fresno Unified trustees unanimously approved proposed layoffs. The decision impacts 78 positions across the district. This includes teachers, counselors, nurses, and vice principals. The district cited a lack of funds as the reason. These changes are scheduled for the 2026-2027 school year.

Fresno, California

https://kmph.com/news/local/fresno-unified-approves-proposed-layoffs-of-78-positions-for-2026-27-school-year

Leon County Commissioners will discuss eliminating funding for the Council on Culture and Arts (COCA). COCA is a local nonprofit organization that funds year-round arts programming. Executive Director Kathleen Spehar warns this funding cut could cause layoffs and reduce services. County staff recommends transferring COCA's grant programs to the county’s Division of Tourism. This change aims to save costs and protect against future financial pressures.

Tallahassee, Florida

https://www.wctv.tv/2026/05/12/coca-warns-proposed-funding-cut-could-lead-layoffs-reduced-arts-programming-leon-co/

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Eugene School District 4J issued layoff notices. A total of 176 employees received these notices. The notices were sent on May 1. This action addresses a significant budget deficit. The district faces a $46.4 million shortfall.

Eugene, Oregon

https://www.registerguard.com/story/news/education/2026/05/08/eugene-school-district-4j-lays-off-176/89968393007/

The University of North Texas approved buyouts for 40 faculty members. This action aims to save up to $4.7 million. The university faces a projected $45 million budget shortfall. Declining international student enrollment and reduced state funding caused this deficit. Officials are considering other cuts but do not expect broad layoffs.

Denton, Texas

Muhlenberg College faces job losses due to a $10 million budget deficit. The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) confirmed the impending layoffs. AAUP noted faculty typically receive a year's notice, unlike staff. Historically, staff were given hours to vacate offices and escorted off campus. The union advocates for 90 days' notice, salary, and benefits for all laid-off staff.

Allentown, Pa.

https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/lehighvalley/lehigh-county/allentown-area/muhlenberg-s-10-million-budget-deficit-could-lead-to-layoffs-faculty-union-says/article_1263fae8-73aa-4371-8332-643f42df89f9.html

Voya is now eliminating positions in IT due to budget cuts. Most likely outsourcing work to Voya India. I was laid off yesterday morning.

Looks like Mother Mutual is not only downsizing its company vehicle fleet, but also its executive jets.

No more Challenger 600's.

Now its down to four Gulfstream GVII (no, that's not GV eleven, Ms Ilhan Omar).

https://www.planespotters.net/airline/State-Farm

Akron Public Schools is advancing plans for $11 million in budget cuts. These reductions include layoffs of paraprofessionals and elimination of dean positions. An art therapist position will also be cut. The district aims to close a growing budget gap. A committee approved the resolution, which now moves to the Rules Committee.

Akron, Ohio

https://signalakron.org/akron-schools-again-advance-layoffs-and-eliminated-positions/

Sacramento city leaders plan to cut jobs to address a significant budget deficit. The city faces a $66.2 million budget gap for the upcoming fiscal year. City Manager Maraskeshia Smith released a proposed $1.7 billion budget. This plan includes cutting 46 filled positions and eliminating nearly 100 vacant jobs. These measures aim to achieve long-term financial stability for the city.

Sacramento, California

https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/sacramento-could-faces-layoffs-leaders-work-to-close-662-million-budget-deficit/103-92dd972b-5c9a-45e0-a680-5548f6051208

Since my ISU got a big cut, I’ve officially entered my "Linux Villain Era." I finally installed Ubuntu 26.04 and banned my work laptop from the house in the evening and weekends—mostly because I prefer my OS without a side of corporate heavy eavesdropping. If the budget is gone, my "extra mile" just hit a dead end.

Portland Public Schools faces a $56.3 million budget deficit. Superintendent Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong proposed reducing 336 full-time employees. These cuts impact school-based staff, specialized programs, and central office positions. This deficit is larger than earlier projections. A $65.2 million deficit is also forecast for the 2027–28 school year.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.wweek.com/news/schools/2026/04/28/portland-public-schools-faces-56-million-budget-deficit-as-superintendent-proposes-336-layoffs/

The San Francisco-based Academy of Sciences is cutting 53 positions. These reductions affect approximately 9.3% of its workforce. The institution faces a $7.3 million shortfall for 2025. Increased expenses, reduced tourism, and lower donations caused the strain. Program adjustments, like ending new planetarium shows, are also planned.

San Francisco, California

https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/california-academy-sciences-layoffs-22224372.php

Here's the link to the video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_vR0dZaYDg

Budget cut is the explanation

New Britain Public Schools faces significant budget cuts. The superintendent warned of dozens of staff layoffs and a potential school closure. The district requested $18.9 million, but the mayor proposed a $1 million increase. Parents and teachers urged the Common Council to reject the current budget. A special Board of Education meeting will discuss the proposed cuts.

New Britain, CT

https://www.wfsb.com/2026/04/23/new-britain-school-district-faces-major-budget-cuts-potential-layoffs/

Butler County's Board of Developmental Disabilities announced significant cuts. The agency plans to reduce staff by 24%, eliminating 31 positions. These measures, including a building transfer, will cut its budget by $8.4 million. Service demand has increased 400% since 2004, but the budget has remained unchanged. The board seeks a new levy in May to fund critical programs for 4,300 residents.

Butler County, Ohio

https://local12.com/news/local/not-taken-lightly-layoffs-agency-impacts-vulnerable-residents-butler-county-board-developmental-disabilities-mental-physical-staff-staffing-fired-firing-budget-cost-expenses-insideout-studio-hamilton-services-vote-voting-enrollment-demand-cincinnati

Canby School District is implementing staff reductions. Fifty-three employees received layoff notices for the 2026-27 school year. These cuts are due to a $6.3 million budget shortfall. Superintendent Jennifer Patterson informed the community about the financial issues. A five-year school operating levy will appear on the May 19 ballot.

Canby, Oregon

https://woodburnindependent.com/2026/04/21/layoff-notices-going-out-to-canby-school-district-employees/

Broward County Public Schools faces an $80 million budget deficit. Over three hundred employees received layoff notices. Dozens of staff members protested these proposed job cuts. Declining student enrollment and reduced state funding caused the deficit. The school board is scheduled to vote on the cuts next Tuesday.

Broward County, Florida

https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/staff-pushback-broward-county-public-schools-job-cuts/

Someone explain to me why we seem to have the money to travel the IT leaders in every region around so they can glad-hand and throw parties for their leadership cronies, when they don’t make us revenue. If anything they cost us more and more every day.

Paterson city government seeks a $48.5 million increase in state aid. This funding aims to close a significant budget deficit. Without the aid, 680 employees may face furloughs. Additionally, 58 municipal workers could lose their jobs. City officials state these measures are a last resort and not currently planned.

Paterson, New Jersey

https://www.aol.com/articles/layoffs-paterson-city-workers-options-083057425.html

How much money did we waste on Metaverse? Upwards of $90 billion? It was obvious for years it was a bust but when somebody's ego is so big they can't accept that their brilliant idea is pure sh-t, that's what you get. How many jobs that money could have saved?

Ely School District will implement a four-day school week. The school board unanimously approved this change. It will begin in the upcoming fall semester. The district expects to save approximately $200,000 annually. This decision addresses ongoing financial challenges and declining enrollment.

https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/four-day-school-week-coming-to-northern-minnesota-school-district

The Lewiston City Council is reviewing options to reduce its proposed 2027 budget. City officials presented three new proposals to further lower spending. These options include laying off three or eight government employees. Another proposal involves eliminating take-home vehicles for police officers. Councilors have not yet made any final decisions on these budget cuts.

Lewiston, Maine

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/me/maine/news/2026/04/16/lewiston-considers-layoffs--hiring-freezes-to-lower-budget

Portland city officials propose a $363.9 million budget. This plan eliminates 74 staff positions. Homeowners will still see a 4.2 percent property tax increase. Rising employee benefits, wages, and county taxes created budget pressures. Staffing reductions include positions from a closed asylum seeker shelter and vacant police roles.

Portland, Maine

https://www.themainewire.com/2026/04/portland-budget-proposal-cuts-74-positions-while-taxpayers-still-face-increase/

Tulsa Public Schools will eliminate about 50 administrative roles. Superintendent Johnson cited budget considerations and efficiency for these changes. The district actively recruits teachers for several key positions. Johnson discussed student walkouts, prioritizing safety. Graduation preparations are underway, and a school bond election is planned.

Tulsa, Oklahoma

https://www.newson6.com/tulsa-oklahoma-education/dr-ebony-johnson-tulsa-public-schools-layoffs-student-walkouts