#budgetcuts

Bleeding to death...

When will they start cutting projects?

Think about how big companies budget. They basically split their money into two buckets: Running the business (the day-to-day survival stuff like claims, compliance, and basic IT) and Changing/Improving the business (the future stuff like innovation, strategy, and customer experience).

If you’re sitting in that second bucket right now, you need to prepare for a heavy hit—and yes, that includes the VPs. These departments are massive cost centers, and honestly, Centene isn’t worrying about NPS scores or customer satisfaction right now. I mean, that much is obvious after losing 2 million members, with probably more on the way.

Leadership is in total survival mode. They are strictly focused on weathering this massive membership drop and hacking down operating expenses. Customer strategy, future-thinking roles, and tracking NPS are suddenly being treated as expensive, non-essential luxuries for this fiscal year.

HR? Goodbye. Customer Strategy? Goodbye. And if you’re in UX & Design, my best advice is to find your way onto a locked-in, fully funded project as fast as you can.

Missouri

• MU Health Care is laying off 74 workers and closing Hy-Vee Quick Care clinics in Columbia, Missouri, with keywords including workforce reduction, clinic closure, organizational redesign, and financial challenges.

Iowa

• State of Iowa is laying off roughly 200 state workers statewide as management of government data and websites is outsourced, with keywords including outsourcing, IT, data management, and state government.

Massachusetts

• Baystate Health has layoffs affecting an unknown number of workers across multiple departments in western Massachusetts, with keywords including hospital system, nursing concerns, emergency rooms, and workforce reduction.

Minnesota

• Acuity Brands Lighting is closing its Winona, Minnesota facility and laying off 86 workers, with keywords including WARN notice, plant closure, manufacturing, and production shift.

Michigan

• Dow is beginning layoffs in Midland, Michigan as part of a global restructuring affecting about 4,500 jobs worldwide, with keywords including restructuring, chemicals, global cuts, and workforce reduction.

Oregon

• Asante Health System has ongoing layoffs affecting an unknown number of workers in Medford, Oregon, with keywords including healthcare, restructuring, hiring, and workforce reduction.

Idaho

• Scentsy previously laid off 87 workers in Meridian, Idaho, with keywords including headquarters, warehouse, scented wax, and workforce reduction.

Texas

• John Soules Foods may trigger layoffs affecting an unknown number of workers in Tyler, Texas if a sanitation contract ends, with keywords including contract loss, food processing, sanitation, and workforce reduction.

United Kingdom

• BBC is cutting 550 jobs across the United Kingdom as part of a cost-savings plan, with keywords including budget reduction, restructuring, commissioning spend, and workforce reduction.

Company-wide/Location Not Specified

• Robinhood is laying off approximately 290 workers, with keywords including fintech, workforce reduction, cost management, and restructuring.
• Starbucks eliminated an unknown number of sustainability and social impact roles, with keywords including sustainability, corporate restructuring, leadership changes, and workforce reduction.
• Meta previously conducted layoffs affecting an unspecified number of workers while reassigning more than 7,000 employees to AI-focused roles, with keywords including artificial intelligence, restructuring, reassignment, and workforce reduction.
• Diageo, the company behind Johnnie Walker and Don Julio, is planning layoffs affecting an unknown number of workers, with keywords including cost savings, restructuring, non-revenue teams, and workforce reduction.

Potential/Unconfirmed Layoffs

• Seattle Public Schools is considering layoffs and school closures due to an $87 million budget shortfall in Seattle, Washington, with keywords including budget deficit, education, school closures, and proposed cuts.
• Xbox is reportedly preparing layoffs affecting an unknown number of workers, with keywords including gaming, restructuring, reported cuts, and workforce reduction.
• Bethesda parent ZeniMax is reportedly conducting layoffs affecting an unknown number of workers, with keywords including gaming, restructuring, reported cuts, and workforce reduction.
• Bungie is reportedly expected to lay off roughly 400 workers, with keywords including gaming, Destiny 2, Marathon, and proposed cuts.

National/Other Commentary and Analysis

• BioSpace published analysis explaining common drivers of biopharma layoffs, with keywords including biopharma, workforce trends, cost cutting, and industry analysis.
• HR Executive reported comments from Demis Hassabis arguing that some AI-related layoffs are driven by copycat behavior, with keywords including artificial intelligence, labor trends, executive commentary, and workforce strategy.
• WKYC, Reuters, and Butler Eagle reported that U.S. jobless claims remain historically low, with keywords including unemployment benefits, labor market, economic data, and layoffs.
• Chron summarized year-to-date Texas layoff totals and major WARN events, with keywords including statistics, WARN notices, labor market, and workforce trends.
• YouTube coverage explained WARN Act worker protections in Texas, with keywords including labor law, WARN Act, worker rights, and legal compliance.

Washington State University Vancouver faces a mandated 15% budget cut. This reduction totals over $6 million for the campus. University leaders approved these significant cuts on Wednesday. Faculty and staff fear the cuts will lead to mass layoffs. The campus previously avoided layoffs despite past budget reductions.

Vancouver, Washington

https://www.opb.org/article/2026/06/18/wsu-vancouver-faculty-budget-cuts/

DePaul University eliminated 114 positions. These staff reductions were due to a budget crisis. The university simultaneously pursued H-1B foreign-worker hires. Federal records show DePaul filed 20 Labor Condition Applications. These applications for foreign workers were certified.

https://www.campusreform.org/article/depaul-university-pursued-20-h-1b-foreign-worker-hires-amid-layoffs-budget-cuts/29880

Poudre School District eliminated 182 positions at the end of the school year. This included 110 licensed staff and 72 classified staff. Probationary teaching positions were among those not renewed. These reductions resulted from ongoing budget shortfalls. The school board approved a reduction plan in February.

Fort Collins, Colorado

https://www.9news.com/article/news/local/poudre-schools-layoffs-budget/73-b9b549a2-4b17-47b2-8583-e8d0cca49d1d

Hillsborough County commissioners discussed a proposed property tax reform amendment. The amendment could reduce county property tax revenue by $367 million annually. This loss may force staff layoffs, wage freezes, or increased fees. County services like parks and libraries could also face cuts. Florida voters will decide on the amendment in November.

Tampa, Florida

https://www.fox13news.com/news/hillsborough-county-commissioners-discuss-impacts-proposed-property-tax-reform-including-layoffs

Southern Oregon University leaders released a new financial plan this week. The proposal includes cutting approximately 66 full-time equivalent jobs. It also eliminates three undergraduate degree programs. These measures are expected to save the university about $12 million annually. The plan is necessary to secure a $15 million state funding infusion.

Ashland, Oregon

https://www.highereddive.com/news/southern-oregon-university-plan-would-cut-3-majors-roughly-66-jobs/823213/

Reynolds School District faces significant budget cuts and layoffs. Oregon's school funding formula undercounts student poverty in the district. This undercount denies Reynolds an estimated $9 million in state funds. The district has eliminated staff positions, programs, and instructional days. Many other high-poverty districts across Oregon face similar financial challenges.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.oregonlive.com/education/2026/06/oregons-school-funding-formula-is-broken-its-poorest-students-pay-the-price.html

Ferguson officials face a significant budget crisis. The city plans to cut $2 million and eliminate 12 jobs. Eight positions are layoffs across six departments, including police and fire. Officials are considering asking voters for new sales and property taxes. Years of dipping into cash reserves and rising operating costs caused the financial strain.

Ferguson, Missouri

https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/government-politics/article_4235342a-6ccd-4e76-a8db-72b4948450b9.html

Central Oregon school districts are implementing significant budget cuts for the 2026-27 school year. This is due to shrinking enrollment, rising costs, and reduced state funding. Bend-La Pine cut $7 million, Redmond $3.5 million, and Jefferson County $2 million. Despite these reductions, the districts avoided staff layoffs. They achieved this through attrition and reassigning employees, though class sizes may increase.

https://www.centraloregondaily.com/news/local/central-oregon-school-districts-budget-cuts-2026-27/article_642448af-9db5-41c5-93e9-10fde1ffb792.html

My engineering team was already incredibly lean after various layoffs and departures over the last half a year. I was basically taking on 2 engineer's work and still got the notification today that I was surplussed despite great EOY performance reviews over the last several years. My manager said "it was not due to my performance" and it was "budget related" but honestly I am in shock and don't know what to believe.

I am off payroll in September, which means I have a few months to find a job --which isn't bad I guess. I am disappointed and angry that I have been cut while others around me who do less are still safe.

Centene, a massive provider of government-sponsored healthcare, is navigating significant operational shifts under the Trump administration's health and budget policies. With major federal budget cuts to Medicaid and changes to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the insurer has experienced steep membership losses and is actively undergoing corporate restructuring.Centene & The Affordable Care Act (Obamacare)Enrollment Drops: The expiration of enhanced ACA tax credits alongside Trump's budget packages has forced many consumers to confront higher premiums. Consequently, Centene—one of the nation's largest ACA marketplace insurers—lost over 2 million members, seeing its exchange enrollment drop from roughly 5.6 million to 3.6 million.Repricing and Layoffs: Because of sicker member pools and lost subsidies, Centene has been forced to reprice its health plans and offer companywide employee buyouts to cut overhead costs.

https://www.stltoday.com/news/local/government-politics/article_d310ec88-4d1c-48b9-a124-e027b4de6d0f.html

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) at Harvard University is undergoing an administrative overhaul. This restructuring could eliminate up to one in four staff jobs. FAS recently opened internal searches for seven new high-level administrative positions. Staff members anticipate additional job cuts this summer. The changes aim to address federal funding cuts and a budget deficit.

Cambridge, Massachusetts

https://www.thecrimson.com/article/2026/6/16/fas-internal-recruitment-layoffs/

Portland Public Schools issued layoff notices to approximately 80 teachers. Dozens more educators remain unassigned to specific positions. The district announced cuts of about 300 jobs to address a $50 million budget gap. The Portland Association of Teachers filed a grievance over the layoff process. The union cited a lack of transparency and adherence to their contract.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.oregonlive.com/education/2026/06/after-portland-public-schools-teachers-get-layoff-notices-their-union-files-a-grievance.html

Algoma University's support staff union president expressed concerns about recent layoffs. Over the past year, 86 positions were cut through layoffs and voluntary exits. These cuts reduced support staff by 40 percent across the university's three campuses. The university faces a projected $16.45 million deficit and declining student enrollment. The union worries these reductions will leave some student services non-existent.

https://www.sootoday.com/local-news/union-warns-algoma-u-layoffs-could-leave-some-services-non-existent-12419843

I was promoted to SM after completing the “high potential” program.

The reality of being a store manager is you get blamed for everything. You are the scapegoat.

A year into it, I began questioning if my paces were being manipulated, almost like a dangling carrot that I could never reach.

I was placed on an action plan. Taken off the action plan, then placed on an action plan again.

My store team was dismantled by budget cuts

Managers quit, associates quit, manager layoffs, restructuring, titles and duties changed

My hours were drastically cut

Deferred maintenance began happening

I said my happiness is worth more than stress and misery. I have notice, and obtained a job which actually has a work life balance.

Belleville Public Schools approved a district reorganization plan. This plan includes 28 layoffs and over 30 staff transfers. The district faces a $4.6 million budget deficit and reduced state aid. Critics argue the changes will harm support for multilingual learners and mental health services. Superintendent Erick Alfonso defends the plan as necessary to meet financial targets.

Belleville, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/education/2026/06/nj-school-district-just-cut-28-jobs-and-slashed-help-for-immigrant-kids.html

El Paso Independent School District notified the state of upcoming job cuts. Approximately 250 employees will be affected by these reductions. The district expects these layoffs to occur by June 19. Fiscal challenges and declining student enrollment are cited as reasons. EPISD aims to align staffing with long-term financial sustainability.

El Paso, Texas

https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/education/2026/06/12/state-notified-of-250-layoffs-in-episd-letter-to-agencies-el-paso/90522490007/

Surprise, surprise!

The EC goal with this year's annual planning, will be to cut to the bone. The internal transformation is not going fast enough to keep up with competition, so internal development efforts will be severely cut. Why invest in outdated and undocumented infrastructure? The cost savings will be used for sourcing the needed functionality outside.

It will be a sad Christmas for many!

Today I learned I am going to the bench in the US. Been a manager with IBM/Kyndryl for 18+ years and also forced to tell at least 6 of my employees so far they will also be moved to the bench. Bridge has to cut >$5m from the budget, overall CTO much more. Employees impacted in the US, India and Costa Rica as I know currently. All while they hire more VPs and pay huge stock dividends to the execs and tout the company has made the top 100 most loved workplaces that prioritize respect, care and appreciation for employees at the core of their operations..... I don't think so

Boston Mayor Michelle Wu warned of potential layoffs. This follows the City Council's approval of budget amendments. The council reallocated $11.8 million from the mayor's budget. The transportation department faces the deepest cuts. Mayor Wu must decide on the amendments within seven days.

Boston

https://www.wbur.org/news/2026/06/12/mayor-wu-boston-council-budget-layoffs

An arbitrator ruled against Western Illinois University administration. The university violated a collective bargaining agreement by laying off eleven professionals. Nine faculty librarians and two other bargaining unit members were affected. The ruling orders the university to rescind these layoffs and provide back pay. These layoffs were part of efforts to address a $20 million budget deficit.

Macomb, Illinois

https://www.wgem.com/2026/06/11/arbitrator-rules-favor-laid-off-wiu-faculty-librarians/

EPISD began its planned staff reductions. Sixty-three employees were notified of job cuts on June 11. The cuts address a $52.8 million budget gap. An additional $42 million deficit looms for the district. Employees were advised against signing voluntary resignation forms.

El Paso, Texas

https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/education/2026/06/11/episd-layoffs-start-as-63-employees-notified/90506855007/

Mount Vernon School District staff expressed dissatisfaction with recent personnel actions. The district cut 13 educator roles and transferred 41 teachers. Employees learned of these changes through email, causing distress. The district faces a $5.5 million budget deficit for the upcoming school year. Superintendent Victor Vergara apologized for the handling of these layoffs.

Mount Vernon, Washington

https://www.cascadiadaily.com/2026/jun/09/mount-vernon-school-districts-staff-bristle-at-layoffs-teacher-transfers/

Best news yet! The fact they spend millions on that smoke and mirror fest never made sense to me…
This place is the titanic!

Illinois school districts are suing over federal funding cuts. The cut amounts to $18.5 million. A court hearing on the matter occurred today. This reduction has resulted in layoffs. Many school programs were also canceled.

https://www.mystateline.com/video/illinois-schools-sue-over-18-5m-federal-funding-cut-layoffs-and-program-cancellations-ensue/11864598/

Everyone is being asked to cut back on everything from coffee supplies, toilet paper, janitorial, repairs, etc. and it’s barely halfway into second quarter… what’s going on? We usually don’t see this until late in the year. Plus with the staffing cuts, it’s not making sense this early. Does anyone think this is for a DT merger?

Franklin Pierce School District is implementing significant staff reductions. The school board voted to cut 44 certified positions and several administrators. These measures aim to save $8.5 million for the 2026-2027 school year. A recent audit showed the district's expenditures exceeded its revenue. Declining enrollment and rising operational costs contribute to the financial challenges.

Tacoma, Washington

https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/article316013487.html

This was already discussed in 2025, but wanted to get people's thoughts on how this would impact the Siemens Healthineers business?
Is it because Siemens AG doesn't see the Healthineers business as very promising? Would this move potentially lead to budget cuts/lay-offs for Healthineers folks?

Erie Mayor Daria Devlin's administration is cutting city jobs. Six city jobs are being cut or vacated. The city faces a $12 million budget deficit for 2027. Expense cuts are also mandated. The administration seeks financial assistance from local entities.

Erie, PA

https://www.goerie.com/story/news/local/2026/06/08/city-of-erie-12-million-budget-crisis-layoffs-cuts/90418619007/

Many Massachusetts communities are facing significant budget shortfalls. These shortfalls are leading to widespread municipal layoffs. Malden plans to lay off 29 public employees, including firefighters. New Bedford will cut 94 positions and close a fire station. This situation follows the end of pandemic-era federal grants.

Massachusetts

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/06/05/metro/massachusetts-layoffs/

Montgomery County Public Schools faces a budget crunch. This situation could lead to significant changes for the 2026-2027 school year. Some teachers and administrators may face layoffs. Various school programs are also at risk of disappearing. The school district will vote on its final budget on Thursday.

Montgomery County, Maryland

https://www.nbcwashington.com/video/news/local/mcps-votes-on-final-budget-thursday-with-layoffs-and-programs-at-risk/4112452/?amp=1

Help me understand how we can commit to doing a national event and yet we are told we are on a travel and spending freeze. Don’t spend money…..but have a rally and breakfast. I would rather spend money on my team instead of a wasteful and unnecessary event. This should not be done while we are in the 100 days of summer and have 36 other competing priories. But, the teams that dream up this event don’t have other things to do……great way to waste $ on something either no ROI. The frontline don’t even get awarded and they are who does the work. Do Better!!!!!

I have been through several restructurings before in other companies and here, but this latest situation feels different. Management keeps mentioning budget pressure and possible cuts during meetings, even when the topic has nothing to do with staffing. It has now started to feel less like planning and more like a way to keep people from questioning decisions and keeping us in our lane.

Algoma University is eliminating 86 support staff positions. This represents about 40 percent of its support staff bargaining unit. The university projects a $16.45 million operating deficit by 2026-27. This deficit is driven by an anticipated decline in enrolment. A provincial teachers' union condemns these layoffs, citing chronic underfunding.

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

https://www.timminstoday.com/local-news/union-condemns-algoma-university-layoffs-12356660

Hospitals Streamline Management to Address Budget Gaps

Hospitals are increasingly cutting administrative and leadership positions. This trend aims to reduce overhead and address financial challenges. Clinical staff remain scarce and costly, making nonclinical roles targets. Care New England, Washington Regional Medical System, and Intermountain Health recently announced such reductions. These restructurings seek efficiency but may strain remaining staff.

Providence, Rhode Island

https://www.healthleadersmedia.com/ceo/why-hospitals-are-targeting-leadership-administrative-jobs-latest-layoffs

El Paso Independent School District (EPISD) plans significant workforce reductions. Its Board of Trustees will vote on declaring financial exigency. The plan proposes cutting 410 positions, including teachers and staff. EPISD faces a $52.8 million budget shortfall this fiscal year. These measures address the district's severe financial difficulties.

El Paso, Texas

https://kfoxtv.com/news/local/episd-to-consider-financial-exigency-declaration-more-than-400-job-cuts-at-tuesday-school