Sonoma Schools Boost Budget Outlook Amid Enrollment Drops: Report
By Angela Woodall
Published on March 20, 2026.
The second interim fiscal report by Associate Superintendent Rena Seifts has revealed a $545,472 increase in the projected ending fund balance for 2025–26 over December estimates, largely due to higher revenues and lower expenses. The district cut $305,865 in projected spending, mainly by reducing employee salaries and benefits. However, officials plan to cut $2.8 million in classified staff and $1.2 million in certificated salaries through layoffs and closures due to declining enrollment, which reduces district funding and requires staff cuts. The increase in revenue is attributed to higher property taxes and more local donations. The projected ending funds balance is estimated to grow from $11.8m to $16.3m in 2025-27 and $22m in 2027-28.
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