#cuts

Every round of cuts here goes after the people who keep things running. The ones who know the systems, who have the relationships, who fix problems before anyone notices them. The dead weight somehow always survives. They are not cutting fat. They are cutting muscle.

Monroe School Transportation Inc. is set to lay off more than half of its workforce. Approximately 180 employees will be affected by these job cuts. The layoffs are scheduled to begin on July 12. This action follows the Rochester City School District's decision to award its transportation contract to another provider. Monroe School Transportation plans to pursue other local transportation opportunities.

Rochester, New York

https://www.whec.com/top-news/monroe-school-transportation-set-to-cut-more-than-half-of-its-workforce-in-rochester/

Fayette County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Demetrus Liggins announced a 10% pay cut. This reduction comes amidst the district's significant financial challenges. Inaccuracies in accounting practices dating back to 2008 were recently discovered. The district's fund balance is lower than previously believed. FCPS will also implement personnel reductions and reduce work calendars.

Lexington, Kentucky

https://www.wkyt.com/2026/05/01/fcps-superintendent-announces-he-will-take-pay-cut-amid-district-layoffs-reductions/

A lot of the roles that were cut simply weren’t adding enough value to justify their existence. That’s not a personal attack, it’s a structural issue that builds up over time in large organizations.

Layers get added, processes slow down, and before you know it, efficiency takes a back seat to maintaining headcount.

If we’re being honest, there’s likely still a significant amount of inefficiency left in the system. Trimming the obvious excess is one thing, addressing the deeper organizational bloat is another.

Companies like Nike don’t stay competitive by protecting inefficiency. They stay competitive by being sharp, focused, and willing to make difficult decisions even when they’re unpopular.
The real question isn’t whether layoffs are harsh. It’s whether the company is willing to fully align its workforce with the value it actually needs to create.

Right now, it feels like that process is only halfway done. We need more cuts in the business teams as well as tech.

FreshRealm, a Blue Apron supplier, filed for bankruptcy this week. The company is laying off over 1,000 employees nationwide. This follows listeria-related product recalls last year. Walmart ended its customer relationship after the outbreak. Misfits Market will now take over Blue Apron production.

Lancaster, Texas

https://www.dallasnews.com/business/jobs/article/blue-apron-supplier-files-bankruptcy-starts-22234390.php

Advantest Inc. is laying off 55 workers. The company is a semiconductor firm in Hanover Township, Lehigh County. A Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification was issued. The effective date for these layoffs is June 30. Advantest specializes in semiconductor test solutions.

Hanover Township, Pennsylvania

https://www.mcall.com/2026/04/30/lehigh-valley-technology-company-announces-layoffs-affecting-55-jobs/

Yanfeng International announced 155 permanent layoffs. The layoffs affect its Chattanooga plant on Bonnyshire Drive. This action likely means the plant's complete closure. Economists view this as part of a broader industry slowdown. More than 500 jobs will be permanently laid off in the area by June.

Chattanooga, Tenn.

https://www.wdef.com/yangfeng-announces-155-permanent-layoffs-in-chattanooga/

Church & Dwight Inc. announced 195 employee layoffs. These job cuts are planned for June 30. The affected facility is in Jackson Township, York County. This information was filed in a state WARN notice. The company manufactures personal care and household goods.

Jackson Township, Pennsylvania

https://www.eveningsun.com/story/money/2026/04/30/york-county-plant-announces-nearly-200-layoffs-in-june-2026/89881235007/

5/13 is the next earnings date, and layoffs will likely follow.

They may not be announced publicly.

They may just happen quietly in the background. No WARN, no PR releases - just silent cuts. People disappear.

Contractors have already been sent home. Many red badges have been eliminated already.

AI efficiency is starting to take hold across corporate America, and Cisco is not immune to it.

University of Maryland administrators enacted a hiring freeze. This action followed reduced state funding for the upcoming fiscal year. Up to 150 positions are expected to be eliminated through various means, including layoffs. Employees and union members expressed frustration and concern over job security and support. They believe the cuts will negatively impact worker morale and the university's operations.

https://dbknews.com/2026/05/01/umd-hiring-freeze-layoffs/

Seems Apr 30 RIF was all just rumors.

It's posted in the WARN NOTICE that Cigna was going to do lay offs on the 29th yesterday. The next date is May 20th what a Mother's day gift!!!!!

Up to 10 people have been laid off with more planed

Layoffs are possible at two local prisons. The prison operator, Management & Training Corporation, issued a WARN notice. The corporation lost its contract to operate two facilities. These facilities are Bay Correctional Facility and Graceville Correctional Facility. Both prisons are located in northwest Florida.

Panama City, Florida

https://www.newsherald.com/story/news/local/2026/04/30/layoffs-possible-in-northwest-florida-as-prison-contract-set-to-expire/89857305007/

Layoff lottery coming soon.

Just informed that Jane is asking all managers to 1) revisit their org structures to ensure C15s have at least 10 directs and 2) identify support functions (such as risk reviewers) that may be duplicative with BAU functions. Anticipated restructures in June as a result of this review. This was noted as "Firm Wide". June was my managers guess.

Are there layoffs coming ? If so what groups are going to impacted and what geo's and when ?

Workday IT support and legal have reviewed everything. They are now testing the data loads into workday. Pipeline is built out and the final kinks are being worked out now. Its been 6 months since the last one, most leaders are worried, on high alert, and ready for movement to get going next week. Lists were made a couple months ago based on the scripting and code prompts being run in workday for testing the last 2-3 weeks. If your manager doesn't think this is true they just have their head in the sand. Q1 results good or bad would change stop this from happening, this is Dan's plan "cut cut cut and cut so more". We took on billions in new debt, cutting employees is the only way to pay that back. Expect another one next quarter before the stock grant is given in October.

Anyone from the previous round willing to share their age and salary grade? Curious if the same age groups or grades are being targeted in the cuts rumored for today.

How’s it going in the stores without their beauty merchandisers?! Are the cosmetics associates doing the job? Visual captain?! Is stuff getting done?! Why would anyone think it was a great idea to cut them? If anything there should be a full time and a part time at every store! They’re important because they do a lot in 40 hours a week! Mind you, the pay should align better too.

The New Britain Board of Education voted to issue teacher layoff notices. Fifteen layoff notices will be sent out on Friday. This decision comes amid ongoing budget concerns. The board awaits state funding to potentially reduce cuts. Officials are working to save teacher and staff positions.

New Britain, Connecticut

https://www.wtnh.com/news/connecticut/hartford/new-britain-schools-to-begin-teacher-layoffs-friday-amid-budget-concerns/

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/

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.

The Broward School Board postponed a vote on proposed job cuts. The proposal aimed to eliminate 800 positions due to decreased state funding and student enrollment. This delay occurred as the board addressed a state investigation into credit card misuse. The probe concerns the Board chair's $150 ticket purchase for a political fundraiser using public funds. The Board will strengthen credit card policies and provide additional training.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida

https://www.wlrn.org/education/2026-04-29/broward-school-board-responds-to-state-probe-of-misuse-of-public-funds-delays-votes-on-job-cuts

Is this the last round of layoffs or will it continue in phases through 2026 and into 2027 as well?

Did any other managers get an email of direct reports to cut?

LineQuest LLC is planning a workforce reduction. This will affect 113 employees in Pelham, Alabama. Layoffs are expected to begin on August 1, 2026. The company filed a notice with the Workforce Alabama WARN List. Workforce Alabama offers support services to affected workers.

Pelham, Alabama

https://abc3340.com/news/local/workforce-alabama-warn-list-pelham-linequest-llc-april-2026-layoffs-jobs

Bets on the next layoff:

1. Fall 2026
2. Holiday 2026
3. Spring 2027
4. Summer 2027

My guess is Spring 2027.

The Lakewood School District faces potential layoffs. Over 160 teachers' aides could be affected.

Lakewood, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/news/2026/04/todays-audio-update-over-160-teachers-aides-could-be-laid-off-from-school-district-nj-mans-magical-jeopardy-runs-ends.html

Two New Jersey companies filed WARN notices in April. These notices indicate upcoming layoffs for 263 employees. AT&T will reduce its Bedminster workforce by 87 staff members. Alan Ritchey, Inc. is terminating 176 employees in Lopatcong Township. The logistics company's contract with the USPS was not renewed.

New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/warren/2026/04/nj-layoffs-to-affect-263-workers-at-att-alan-ritchey.html

Is it true? Left recently, should've waited for the package....

Are the RIFs really expected to be worse than usual? There’s always some level of reduction in force, but a lot of what’s being said doesn’t seem grounded in anything concrete. It’s hard to imagine them cutting a third of OI or Health with so many active projects underway. I also haven’t heard anything from our controller or VP that would suggest cuts on that scale, nothing. I wonder if they pull names out of a hat…

Any news on when layoffs will start happening again?

Cape Breton University announced job cuts and tuition increases. This comes amid significant enrollment pressures and revenue loss. The university expects a $77 million revenue loss over three years. This decline is largely due to fewer international students. Seventeen employees are being laid off, and tuition will rise for most programs.

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/nova-scotia/layoffs-tuition-hikes-planned-cape-breton-university-9.7178460