#budgetcut

Leon County Commissioners will discuss eliminating funding for the Council on Culture and Arts (COCA). COCA is a local nonprofit organization that funds year-round arts programming. Executive Director Kathleen Spehar warns this funding cut could cause layoffs and reduce services. County staff recommends transferring COCA's grant programs to the county’s Division of Tourism. This change aims to save costs and protect against future financial pressures.

Tallahassee, Florida

https://www.wctv.tv/2026/05/12/coca-warns-proposed-funding-cut-could-lead-layoffs-reduced-arts-programming-leon-co/

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Eugene School District 4J issued layoff notices. A total of 176 employees received these notices. The notices were sent on May 1. This action addresses a significant budget deficit. The district faces a $46.4 million shortfall.

Eugene, Oregon

https://www.registerguard.com/story/news/education/2026/05/08/eugene-school-district-4j-lays-off-176/89968393007/

The University of North Texas approved buyouts for 40 faculty members. This action aims to save up to $4.7 million. The university faces a projected $45 million budget shortfall. Declining international student enrollment and reduced state funding caused this deficit. Officials are considering other cuts but do not expect broad layoffs.

Denton, Texas

Muhlenberg College faces job losses due to a $10 million budget deficit. The American Association of University Professors (AAUP) confirmed the impending layoffs. AAUP noted faculty typically receive a year's notice, unlike staff. Historically, staff were given hours to vacate offices and escorted off campus. The union advocates for 90 days' notice, salary, and benefits for all laid-off staff.

Allentown, Pa.

https://www.wfmz.com/news/area/lehighvalley/lehigh-county/allentown-area/muhlenberg-s-10-million-budget-deficit-could-lead-to-layoffs-faculty-union-says/article_1263fae8-73aa-4371-8332-643f42df89f9.html

Voya is now eliminating positions in IT due to budget cuts. Most likely outsourcing work to Voya India. I was laid off yesterday morning.

Looks like Mother Mutual is not only downsizing its company vehicle fleet, but also its executive jets.

No more Challenger 600's.

Now its down to four Gulfstream GVII (no, that's not GV eleven, Ms Ilhan Omar).

https://www.planespotters.net/airline/State-Farm

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/

Sacramento city leaders plan to cut jobs to address a significant budget deficit. The city faces a $66.2 million budget gap for the upcoming fiscal year. City Manager Maraskeshia Smith released a proposed $1.7 billion budget. This plan includes cutting 46 filled positions and eliminating nearly 100 vacant jobs. These measures aim to achieve long-term financial stability for the city.

Sacramento, California

https://www.abc10.com/article/news/local/sacramento/sacramento-could-faces-layoffs-leaders-work-to-close-662-million-budget-deficit/103-92dd972b-5c9a-45e0-a680-5548f6051208

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.

Portland Public Schools faces a $56.3 million budget deficit. Superintendent Dr. Kimberlee Armstrong proposed reducing 336 full-time employees. These cuts impact school-based staff, specialized programs, and central office positions. This deficit is larger than earlier projections. A $65.2 million deficit is also forecast for the 2027–28 school year.

Portland, Oregon

https://www.wweek.com/news/schools/2026/04/28/portland-public-schools-faces-56-million-budget-deficit-as-superintendent-proposes-336-layoffs/

The San Francisco-based Academy of Sciences is cutting 53 positions. These reductions affect approximately 9.3% of its workforce. The institution faces a $7.3 million shortfall for 2025. Increased expenses, reduced tourism, and lower donations caused the strain. Program adjustments, like ending new planetarium shows, are also planned.

San Francisco, California

https://www.sfchronicle.com/entertainment/article/california-academy-sciences-layoffs-22224372.php

Here's the link to the video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_vR0dZaYDg

Budget cut is the explanation

New Britain Public Schools faces significant budget cuts. The superintendent warned of dozens of staff layoffs and a potential school closure. The district requested $18.9 million, but the mayor proposed a $1 million increase. Parents and teachers urged the Common Council to reject the current budget. A special Board of Education meeting will discuss the proposed cuts.

New Britain, CT

https://www.wfsb.com/2026/04/23/new-britain-school-district-faces-major-budget-cuts-potential-layoffs/

Butler County's Board of Developmental Disabilities announced significant cuts. The agency plans to reduce staff by 24%, eliminating 31 positions. These measures, including a building transfer, will cut its budget by $8.4 million. Service demand has increased 400% since 2004, but the budget has remained unchanged. The board seeks a new levy in May to fund critical programs for 4,300 residents.

Butler County, Ohio

https://local12.com/news/local/not-taken-lightly-layoffs-agency-impacts-vulnerable-residents-butler-county-board-developmental-disabilities-mental-physical-staff-staffing-fired-firing-budget-cost-expenses-insideout-studio-hamilton-services-vote-voting-enrollment-demand-cincinnati

Canby School District is implementing staff reductions. Fifty-three employees received layoff notices for the 2026-27 school year. These cuts are due to a $6.3 million budget shortfall. Superintendent Jennifer Patterson informed the community about the financial issues. A five-year school operating levy will appear on the May 19 ballot.

Canby, Oregon

https://woodburnindependent.com/2026/04/21/layoff-notices-going-out-to-canby-school-district-employees/

Broward County Public Schools faces an $80 million budget deficit. Over three hundred employees received layoff notices. Dozens of staff members protested these proposed job cuts. Declining student enrollment and reduced state funding caused the deficit. The school board is scheduled to vote on the cuts next Tuesday.

Broward County, Florida

https://www.cbsnews.com/miami/news/staff-pushback-broward-county-public-schools-job-cuts/

Someone explain to me why we seem to have the money to travel the IT leaders in every region around so they can glad-hand and throw parties for their leadership cronies, when they don’t make us revenue. If anything they cost us more and more every day.

Paterson city government seeks a $48.5 million increase in state aid. This funding aims to close a significant budget deficit. Without the aid, 680 employees may face furloughs. Additionally, 58 municipal workers could lose their jobs. City officials state these measures are a last resort and not currently planned.

Paterson, New Jersey

https://www.aol.com/articles/layoffs-paterson-city-workers-options-083057425.html

How much money did we waste on Metaverse? Upwards of $90 billion? It was obvious for years it was a bust but when somebody's ego is so big they can't accept that their brilliant idea is pure sh-t, that's what you get. How many jobs that money could have saved?

Ely School District will implement a four-day school week. The school board unanimously approved this change. It will begin in the upcoming fall semester. The district expects to save approximately $200,000 annually. This decision addresses ongoing financial challenges and declining enrollment.

https://bringmethenews.com/minnesota-news/four-day-school-week-coming-to-northern-minnesota-school-district

The Lewiston City Council is reviewing options to reduce its proposed 2027 budget. City officials presented three new proposals to further lower spending. These options include laying off three or eight government employees. Another proposal involves eliminating take-home vehicles for police officers. Councilors have not yet made any final decisions on these budget cuts.

Lewiston, Maine

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/me/maine/news/2026/04/16/lewiston-considers-layoffs--hiring-freezes-to-lower-budget

Portland city officials propose a $363.9 million budget. This plan eliminates 74 staff positions. Homeowners will still see a 4.2 percent property tax increase. Rising employee benefits, wages, and county taxes created budget pressures. Staffing reductions include positions from a closed asylum seeker shelter and vacant police roles.

Portland, Maine

https://www.themainewire.com/2026/04/portland-budget-proposal-cuts-74-positions-while-taxpayers-still-face-increase/

Tulsa Public Schools will eliminate about 50 administrative roles. Superintendent Johnson cited budget considerations and efficiency for these changes. The district actively recruits teachers for several key positions. Johnson discussed student walkouts, prioritizing safety. Graduation preparations are underway, and a school bond election is planned.

Tulsa, Oklahoma

https://www.newson6.com/tulsa-oklahoma-education/dr-ebony-johnson-tulsa-public-schools-layoffs-student-walkouts

West Orange Schools face a significant budget deficit. The district faces a $14-15 million deficit. At least 70 full-time positions will be eliminated. A 2.5% tax increase is included. Rising health benefit costs are a major factor.

West Orange, New Jersey

https://www.nj.com/news/2026/04/this-nj-district-wants-to-cut-70-teachers-and-staff-and-its-budget-still-wont-balance.html

Fulton city school officials are facing a $5 million budget shortfall. This deficit could lead to the layoff of 54 employees. Rising health care costs are a primary factor in the budget crisis. Increased gas and electricity costs also contribute to the financial strain. A budget hearing is scheduled for May 7, with the final budget vote on May 19.

Fulton, New York

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/central-ny/education/2026/04/10/fulton-schools-budget-shortfall

City officials in Lewiston warn that further budget cuts could lead to personnel reductions. The proposed municipal budget increase has been reduced to 6.6%. Some city councilors advocate for even deeper cuts to the budget. City Administrator Bryan Kaenrath stated significant layoffs would result from further reductions. Councilors are debating options to avoid job losses while reducing expenses.

Lewiston, Maine

https://www.sunjournal.com/2026/04/10/lewiston-budget-cutting-it-close-to-layoffs/

Cranston, R.I., is currently running a nearly $10 million annual budget deficit. City officials revealed this figure during a finance committee hearing. Mayor Ken Hopkins has delayed his proposed budget rollout by two weeks. City Hall is offering employee buyouts, and schools are preparing for layoffs. Overspending in departments like Fire and Police contributed significantly to the shortfall.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/cranston-deficit-nears-10-million-181026176.html

The Eugene 4J school district faces an estimated $50 million budget shortfall. Superintendent Miriam Mickelson outlined plans to address this deficit. Proposed solutions include selling property and transferring funds from maintenance. The district expects significant layoffs and school closures. Declining enrollment and rising costs contribute to the financial pressure.

Eugene, Oregon

https://kval.com/news/local/superintendent-outlines-one-time-fixes-warns-of-layoffs-amid-eugene-4j-shortfall

Detroit Employment Solutions Corp. (DESC) is addressing a significant budget deficit. The agency laid off 46 full-time employees, about one-third of its staff. The deficit resulted from accounting mistakes and expiring federal COVID-19 funds. Its CEO resigned, and the Chief Financial Officer position remains vacant. Interim leadership is working to stabilize operations and address remaining challenges.

Detroit, Michigan

https://outliermedia.org/detroit-at-work-job-training-unemployment/

The Freeport Board of Education unanimously approved a sweeping layoff plan. This decision addresses a significant budget deficit. Fifty-four positions will be cut, including teachers and support staff. These reductions are projected to save about $5.8 million. The district faces an $11 million deficit for fiscal year 2027.

Freeport, Illinois

https://www.wrex.com/community/dozens-out-of-work-after-freeport-school-district-layoffs/article_027a01f0-fa6a-44c0-97b6-cd85ab966f4b.html

What the he-l is the purpose of a golf ambassador? How much did this sponsorship cost and how many employees didn’t get raises or had their VC cut short because of this?

Rhode Island's public media entity will not lay off employees. Enough workers accepted voluntary buyouts to close a budget gap. The organization faced a $1.1 million deficit from eliminated federal funding. This funding loss was part of a federal rescission package. Ocean State Media is the new name for the merged RI PBS and The Public's Radio.

Providence, Rhode Island

https://rhodeislandcurrent.com/2025/09/18/ri-pbs-the-publics-radio-avoid-layoffs-despite-federal-defunding/

Humber Polytechnic has begun involuntary layoffs. A voluntary exit program was offered first. It did not meet the required budget reduction. The college faces significant financial pressures. Financial strain impacts post-secondary institutions across Ontario.

https://globalnews.ca/news/11745695/humber-college-layoffs/

Milwaukee Public Schools notified 201 employees of job terminations. These layoffs are part of a plan to reduce approximately 260 positions. The cuts aim to save the district about $30 million. This addresses a $46 million budget deficit and other priorities. Affected roles include assistant principals, deans, and administrative staff.

https://www.jsonline.com/story/news/education/2026/03/25/mps-notifies-201-employees-their-jobs-will-end-after-this-school-year/89317717007/

The Regional Transportation District faces a $250 million budget shortfall. RTD launched an Agency Optimization and Sustainability Plan to address this deficit. The plan includes eliminating certain vacant and filled positions. Some current employees will need to reapply for new management roles. The agency aims to save approximately $10.7 million through this realignment.

Denver, Colorado

https://www.cpr.org/2026/02/22/rtd-layoffs-250-million-dollar-shortfall/

The Kittery School Committee is weighing potential job cuts across its three schools, including teaching, paraprofessional, and special education roles. The proposed eliminations are being considered as part of a budget plan totaling just under $24 million for the 2026–27 school year.

https://www.seacoastonline.com/story/news/local/2026/03/19/kittery-schools-job-cuts/89211762007/?gca-cat=p&gnt-cfr=1

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

Alameda Health System faces a nearly $91.7 million budget deficit. This led to a plan for nearly 200 layoffs and program cuts. The Alameda County Board of Supervisors voted to review the plan. A working group will seek alternatives to the proposed layoffs. Anticipated federal Medicaid funding reductions contribute to the financial concerns.

Alameda, California

https://www.independentnews.com/news/regional_and_ca/tri-valley-spared-in-proposed-health-system-layoff-plan/article_9f2a9087-d894-45a1-909b-4323b1f4d71c.html

The Los Angeles Unified School District announced staff layoffs. This action comes amidst a significant budget shortfall. The district faces an $877 million deficit. These layoffs are a direct result of the financial challenges. The district is addressing its budget imbalance.

Los Angeles, California

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/video/news/local/lausd-issues-staff-layoffs-amid-877m-budget-shortfall/3861863/

Timberland Regional Library will cut 61 positions. This represents 25% of its total staff. The decision addresses a $3.8 million budget shortfall. Involuntary layoffs are set to take effect in May 2026. Three additional libraries will transition to a self-service model.

Tumwater, Washington

https://www.theolympian.com/news/local/article315076371.html