#budgetcuts

Sunol Glen Unified School District faced employee layoffs. Initially, four staff members were slated for dismissal. The school board voted to save a preschool teacher and a childcare worker. An art teacher's position was reduced to part-time. A health support specialist and a noon duty supervisor remain at risk.

Sunol, California

https://tricityvoice.com/small-school-district-affected-by-layoffs/

Are the cuts over for now ? What about Emea ?

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston presented his 2026 budget proposal to city employees. The city faces a $200 million budget gap for the upcoming year. Savings from staff reductions and facility closures will address this shortfall. Public services like street sweeping and police patrols will remain unchanged. No new taxes or fees are proposed to cover the deficit.

https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/denver-mayor-mike-johnston-2026-budget-city-employees/

Is cost-cutting only for lower bands? I know a Director who gave a sermon on cost-cutting and budget cuts happening across, and that's how he needed to "release" team members. After a few weeks, he got promoted with a big pay increase. So then, is it that no more budget issues for his team? I am seeing several promotions and pay increases for Band 5/6 and above. If the company is in such a budget-cutting mode, how come all senior levels are getting pay increases and promotions recently?

Liverpool's school district faces impending job reductions. A large budget shortfall necessitates these staff cuts. Superintendent Chapman estimates up to 80 positions could be eliminated. District spending has risen while student enrollment has decreased. The board reduced a $20 million gap, but layoffs are still expected.

SALINA, N.Y.

https://www.localsyr.com/news/local-news/liverpool-school-workers-to-face-layoffs-as-budget-deficit-reaches-millions/amp/

Western Wyoming Community College announced nine additional position eliminations. Five of these positions are currently filled. The college identified an increased budget shortfall. The new estimated shortfall is approximately $5 million. This figure increased from an earlier $1.5 million estimate.

Green River, WY

https://www.greenriverstar.com/story/2026/03/19/county/western-announces-additional-layoffs/13683.html

How are some teams luxury traveling overseas for “market travel” nextweek? Seems tone deaf to me. guess they gotta spend they budget before cuts?

Bay Area school districts face significant budget deficits. Many districts are announcing layoffs and school closures. This occurs despite record state education funding increases. Declining student enrollment is the primary cause of these financial pressures. State funding is based on average daily attendance, reducing district revenue.

https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2026/03/19/bay-area-school-cuts-layoffs-closures/amp/

The SW Polk Fire District announced layoffs for six positions. This decision follows a failed operations levy in November. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect on June 30. The board plans to propose another operations levy in May. This new levy aims to maintain current staffing and emergency service levels.

Polk County, Oregon

https://www.polkio.com/news/fire-district-plans-layoffs-second-levy-attempt/article_58b84443-d3ee-42f9-aedb-fd001a6d2f18.html

BlueOval SK laid off all 1,600 workers at its Hardin County battery plant. Kentucky invested $250 million in taxpayer money for the plant's infrastructure. Hardin County also spent $1.6 million in federal relief funds. The layoffs caused the county to lose an estimated $100,000 to $200,000 in occupational tax revenue. County leaders now face a tight budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

https://www.wdrb.com/news/business/return-on-blueoval-sk-investment-in-question-as-hardin-county-faces-budget-strain-following-layoffs/article_3fe52f65-b368-4698-be81-dcedaec7605a.html

The Puyallup School District updated its $15 million budget reduction plan. This plan is for the 2026-2027 school year. The district saved the high school pool, gymnastics, and some elementary library services. To compensate, the district will eliminate approximately 80 to 95 positions. These cuts affect central office and school-based staff.

Puyallup, Washington

https://www.thenewstribune.com/news/local/community/puyallup-herald/ph-news/article315092073.html

The New School plans to reduce its workforce by 15%. This reduction will occur through layoffs and eliminating vacant positions. The university faces a $30 million structural deficit. Declining enrollment and increased operating expenses contribute to this deficit. This follows a previous 7% workforce reduction via voluntary buyouts.

New York City, N.Y.

https://www.highereddive.com/news/the-new-school-layoffs-15-percent-workforce-reduction/814974/

Staff reductions at Harvard's engineering school are impacting daily academic life. Approximately 40 staff members were cut due to financial pressures. Financial challenges cited include a federal endowment tax and research funding uncertainty. Laboratories now operate with fewer technicians and slower equipment maintenance. Students are modifying projects and courses are changing due to reduced staffing.

https://education.economictimes.indiatimes.com/amp/news/international/harvard-engineering-layoffs-disrupt-research-labs-courses-and-student-projects/129630750

Brookline school officials warn of significant cuts. Over 200 positions could be eliminated. This would occur if voters reject a property-tax override. The district needs $18.5 million over three years. Cuts could impact programs, class sizes, and after-school fees.

Brookline, Massachusetts

https://www.boston.com/news/local-news/2026/03/14/brookline-schools-would-see-more-than-200-layoffs-if-override-fails-officials-say/

Team,

I’m excited to share an update on this year’s President’s Club recognition.

President’s Club celebrates the teammates who delivered the strongest revenue-impacting results across Optimum in 2025. These individuals represent the very best of our performance culture and embody what it means to deliver for our customers and our business.

As previously announced, and in support of aligning our resources with our enterprise priorities, we will not be hosting a President’s Club trip this year. That said, we want to ensure these achievements are celebrated in a meaningful way. For 2025, President’s Club winners will receive:

A monetary award
A commemorative President’s Club trophy
A President’s Club jacket

Winners will be notified tomorrow, and we look forward to recognizing their accomplishments.

While President’s Club highlights our top performers, our progress as a company is driven by the collective work happening across the organization every day. Supporting customers, solving problems, strengthening relationships, and driving results all contribute to our momentum as ONE Optimum.

Thank you for everything you do and for the commitment you bring to our customers and teams every day.

Colleen

Keene State College recently eliminated 25 staff positions. Eight of these positions were already vacant. These cuts are a direct response to an $18 million reduction in state funding. The college must address a $4 million deficit by fiscal year 2027. Faculty positions are also being reduced through voluntary separation packages.

https://www.keenesentinel.com/news/local/keene-state-college-layoffs-cuts-staff-faculty-keene-nh/article_aab7851a-43da-4925-b8f0-ef6e68cc3a0b.html

West Virginia public schools are cutting jobs due to severe financial issues. Declining student enrollment and rising special education costs contribute to the crisis. Lawmakers have not yet approved immediate changes to the state's school funding formula. Several counties, including Kanawha and Wayne, anticipate significant position reductions. Proposed funding adjustments face delays, impacting school budgets for the coming year.

https://westvirginiawatch.com/2026/03/01/wv-teachers-staff-learn-jobs-are-cut-while-lawmakers-stall-immediate-school-funding-fixes/

The Fresno Unified Board approved resolutions for staff position reductions. This decision initiates a process for potential layoffs or reassignments. Approximately 500 total positions are impacted by these changes. The reductions aim to address a projected $55 million budget deficit. Affected staff will receive final notifications by May 14.

https://fresnoland.org/2026/03/12/fresno-unified-layoffs-and-reductions/

Portland State University projects a $35 million budget deficit by 2028. President Ann Cudd announced plans for institutional downsizing, called retrenchment. Nineteen academic departments could see reductions or elimination. Rising costs, limited state funding, and a 23% enrollment drop contribute to the deficit. These changes could lead to staff layoffs, with a final decision expected in June.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.kptv.com/2026/03/10/psu-eyes-cuts-19-departments-amid-35m-deficit-falling-enrollment/?outputType=amp

AI isn't taking people's jobs. Here's what's really happening

Oracle's layoffs show that the people losing jobs aren't losing them because AI can do their work. They're losing them to money spent on chips and data centers

https://qz.com/ai-layoffs-white-collar-jobs-oracle-capex

The 5th Avenue Theatre announced layoffs and program pauses. Approximately 14 staff positions will be eliminated. The theater faces a $7.5 million deficit from the pandemic. Rising costs and declining subscriptions contributed to the shortfall. A fundraising campaign aims to address these financial challenges.

Seattle, Washington

https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/layoffs-hit-historic-seattle-theatre-75m-deficit-forces-staff-cuts/7HEEHZI5JNDDBL3QOKBDCSEZ54/

Plymouth County Sheriff Joe McDonald announced 33 employee layoffs. This action includes the entire Bureau of Criminal Investigation department. The sheriff cited an unprecedented fiscal emergency for these cuts. State lawmakers withheld funds due to large budget deficits. An Inspector General report criticized sheriffs' spending practices.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/2026/03/05/metro/plymouth-sheriff-layoffs-spending-scrutiny-inspector-general/

Superintendent Mary Skipper presented a $1.71 billion budget for BPS. The district plans to eliminate 300 to 400 staff positions. This includes over 200 teachers and 100 support staff. Rising costs and declining student enrollment are factors. The School Committee will vote on the budget March 25.

https://baystatebanner.com/2026/03/05/boston-teacher-layoffs-likely-as-bps-outlines-next-years-budget/

Sacramento City Unified is considering approximately 380 additional layoffs. These cuts primarily target non-teaching staff and central office employees. The school board will vote on the proposed layoffs at an upcoming meeting. The district faces a significant $113 million budget deficit. This follows a previous approval to eliminate over 400 positions.

https://www.abridged.org/news/sacramento-city-unified-400-more-layoffs/

On the Beat, seeing some red faces trying to sell these budget restraints.

Tamalpais Union High School District trustees approved $2.2 million in staff cuts. This decision was made due to declining enrollment and a budget deficit. Preliminary warning notices were sent to over 11 certificated and 13 classified employees. The district must align staffing with enrollment to maintain financial reserves. Final layoff decisions are scheduled for May 14.

https://www.marinij.com/2026/02/28/tam-union-school-district-approves-2-2m-in-preliminary-layoffs/amp/

Poway Unified School District trustees approved staff changes on February 26. Two employees received layoff notices. Seven certificated and three classified staff members were reassigned. Early retirement incentives were also approved. These measures address budget cuts and declining student enrollment.

https://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/2026/03/01/poway-unified-trustees-approve-two-layoff-notices-and-offer-early-retirement-incentives/

The San Marcos Unified School District board considered staff reductions. The district faces a $10 to $11 million budget deficit next year. A proposal to reduce elementary school librarians' hours was blocked. However, layoff notices were approved for about 17 teachers, social workers, and counselors. District leaders anticipate further cuts in the coming years due to declining enrollment and rising costs.

https://www.kpbs.org/news/education/2026/02/27/san-marcos-school-board-considers-layoffs-amid-falling-enrollment-higher-costs

Timberland Regional Library (TRL) is implementing major budget cuts and staff reductions. The Board of Trustees approved a $2.3 million budget adjustment. This plan includes $1.9 million in cuts to books and materials. Staff reduction measures were also approved, potentially affecting 30 to 50 positions. Layoff notices are scheduled to take effect on May 1.

https://chinookobserver.com/2026/03/01/trl-slashes-budget-plans-layoffs/

Portland Public Schools faces a $10 million budget shortfall this academic year. District leaders are exploring options including staff layoffs or employee furlough days. The teachers' union president reported proposals for two furlough days or 170 position eliminations. A district spokesperson stated no definitive decisions have been made yet. Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong confirmed personnel actions are likely needed to close the gap by June 30.

https://www.oregonlive.com/education/2026/02/layoffs-furlough-days-are-potential-options-to-plug-portland-public-schools-10-million-midyear-budget-gap.html

Pasadena Unified's school board unanimously approved a plan. This plan finalizes layoffs for over 160 staff members. The district faces a $30 million budget deficit. These job reductions are necessary to balance the budget. Layoff notices will be sent to affected staff by mid-March.

https://laist.com/news/education/pasadena-unified-board-approves-layoffs

Alum Rock district leaders are considering significant staff reductions. Up to 38 employees could face layoffs. This includes positions like school liaisons. The district faces an $8 million budget deficit. Declining enrollment and lost grant funding caused the shortfall.
San Jose, California

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/alum-rock-school-district-staff-layoffs/4043494/

The Manhattan Beach Unified School District faces a severe financial crisis. The school board will consider 31 employee layoffs. This crisis stems from a long-standing structural deficit and state funding disparities. The district projects significant deficits in upcoming years. Officials are exploring new parcel taxes and advocating for state funding changes.

https://easyreadernews.com/manhattan-beach-school-board-will-consider-31-layoffs-at-wednesdays-meeting/

https://www.chicagofirefc.com/news/chicago-fire-fc-and-xerox-it-solutions-announce-new-technology-partnership

"Xerox IT Solutions will serve as a presenting partner of Chicago Fire FC’s “Man of the Match” campaign, awarded to a player following each Fire home win. The partnership also includes premium in-stadium experiences for Xerox IT Solutions clients and partners, elevated branding, digital integrations, and other select social media content inclusion. Additionally, Xerox IT Solutions’ role as presenting partner will continue with a title night at a Fire home match this summer, featuring a special fan giveaway."

Money is tight though, right Bandy the Bandit?

Brace yourselves people, put on your big boy pants because if you thought the last 3 years were rough budget wise internally since Investor Day 2023, get ready for the wallets to be even tighter than they were the last 3 years…..can’t make this stuff up. The stock is almost at it’s all-time high range so these people can’t lose any steam and traction. They want to promise Wall Street even more greed

https://s205.q4cdn.com/565046976/files/doc_events/2026/Feb/25/L3Harris-2026-Investor-Day-Presentation.pdf

Oakland Unified School District faces significant budget reductions. The district needs to cut nearly $103 million for the upcoming year. The OUSD board will vote on eliminating 421 positions and reducing 144 others. These job cuts primarily affect central office and support staff roles. Teachers and school closures are not part of the current proposal.

https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/local/oakland-unified-budget-cuts-layoffs/4042765/

The San Ramon Valley school board has a crowded agenda for its upcoming meeting. Trustees will consider affirming planned layoffs for both educators and classified staff. These reductions are due to the district’s current budget difficulties. The board will also review revisions to the district's grading and assessment policy. Additionally, community polling results for a potential new general obligation bond will be shared. Other topics include immigration enforcement response and categorizing the district headquarters as surplus property.

https://www.danvillesanramon.com/education/2026/02/24/srvusd-board-to-discuss-grading-policy-staff-layoffs-bond-polling/

Hearing some wild news from a former colleague out of the Canadian Federal group today.
Apparently, a massive engagement was terminated or paused effective immediately, sending 200+ people back to the bench overnight.
Looks like Leadership is keeping the details tight-lipped. Anyone know if this is a sign of broader public sector budget cuts or just a specific project imploding? Seems like a huge hit even for a firm this size.

The Anchorage School Board approved significant budget reductions. This plan includes over 500 staff cuts, with more than 300 teachers affected. Three elementary schools will also close: Fire Lake, Lake Otis, and Campbell STEM. These measures address a $90 million budget deficit. Funding from closures helped preserve many sports programs and some nurse positions.

https://alaskapublic.org/news/education/2026-02-24/anchorage-school-board-approves-severe-budget-with-hundreds-of-staff-layoffs-and-3-school-closures

Lane Fire Authority (LFA) has paused employee vacation approvals. This action stems from ongoing funding concerns. Voters will decide on an increased operations levy in May. The same levy proposal failed to pass in November. LFA warns of staff layoffs and further service cuts if the levy does not pass.

https://kval.com/news/local/lane-fire-authority-pauses-staff-vacation-approvals-warns-of-layoffs-if-levy-doesnt-pass