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    Medford School Board Delays Budget Approval Amid State Funding Uncertainty

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    MEDFORD, Ore. — The Medford School Board is delaying approval of the district’s budget for the upcoming school year as state funding levels remain unclear, raising concerns about financial planning just weeks before the July 1 fiscal year begins.

    While district officials say they are not currently expecting a significant budget shortfall, the uncertainty surrounding Oregon’s general fund has created complications in finalizing financial plans. Brad Earl, Assistant Superintendent of Operations for Medford School District, said recent projections from state economists indicate a $750 million drop in expected state revenue — a development that could have widespread implications for public services, including education.

    “They came out in mid-May and said that there’s going to be $750 million less for the state’s general fund budget than they had previously projected, which is a very significant number,” Earl explained.

    The state’s revenue shortfall has left districts like Medford in a holding pattern, waiting for more definitive funding information before locking in spending decisions for the 2024–2025 school year. Earl noted that while the district doesn’t anticipate a large deficit at this point, there’s a real possibility that classes could resume in the fall before a clear budget is finalized.

    Despite the delay, the Medford School Board is legally required to approve the district’s budget by June 30. Until then, district leaders are carefully monitoring the situation in Salem, hoping for greater clarity on what level of funding they can expect.

    The district’s cautious approach reflects broader concerns across Oregon, as school systems grapple with the ripple effects of economic uncertainty and its potential impact on classroom resources, staffing, and student support services.

    Board members are expected to revisit the budget discussion in the coming weeks, with public input and state-level updates playing a key role in shaping the final plan.

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