Could more layoff notices go out after these 72?
What We Know
A city councilor called the 72 notices the 'first wave,' which suggests more could follow. If the board keeps all five schools open, 12 to 16 more positions would need to be cut. When or whether additional notices will go out has not been confirmed.
Sources
- City Council Meetings City Council Meeting — 2026-03-19
A councilor used the phrase 'first wave' after the 72 notices went out at the March 19 meeting, leaving open the possibility of more.
- School Board Meetings School Board Budget Workshop — 2026-03-23
The March 23 workshop showed that keeping all five elementary schools open would require 12 to 16 additional position cuts.
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