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Reynolds Tomorrow
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District wants your online survey feedback for proposed 2011-12 budget. Results to be posted in February
Source: The Gresham Outlook, Jan 11, 2011
By Rob Cullivan
In an effort to increase public input into its proposed 2011-12 budget, the Reynolds School District plans to gather opinions through an online survey.
The survey is part of a program called “Reynolds Tomorrow: Tough Choices – Smart Decisions,” information about which can be found at ReynoldsTomorrow.com.
Sign-up here to participate in the survey!
“At this date, the district cannot predict how much state aid will be available for the 2011-12 budget year,” the site states, adding Oregon “is facing a $3.5 billion revenue shortfall, based on the latest quarterly economic forecast in November 2010.
“The picture for the next fiscal year (2011-2012) has not come into full focus,” the site reports. “If our state allocation next year holds constant, the district may have to eliminate at least $4 million from the current operating budget.”
“Oregon’s financial woes mean the Reynolds School District will be faced with tough, challenging and uncomfortable decisions early next year as it decides the 2011-12 budget,” says Theresa Delaney-Davis, chairwoman of the district’s board.
District residents may register for online surveys through the ReynoldsTomorrow website. The e-surveys will begin later in January, when everyone who registers will receive an e-mail invitation to participate.
Other forms of gathering public opinion also will be used. In February, survey results will be posted for all to view and the board to analyze as part of its budget making process.
During the past five years district revenues have fallen more than $7 million, from $98.6 million to about $91.5 million in 2009-10.
Related Links
- Reynolds Tommorrow website
- Reynolds School District website
