Pickens County board approves FY26 budget amendment after CFO reports revenue shift The board approved a FY26 budget amendment that adjusts revenue downward by $1,348,000 to align property tax estimates with the digest and reallocates newly arrived federal Title I funds to schools pending DOE verification.

Pickens County's Board of Education has just approved a crucial FY26 budget amendment, adjusting property tax estimates and reallocating federal funds to enhance school safety and security.

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Board reviews proposed $115,000 audit engagement and hears district finance updates; software pilot identifies recoverable state funding Catoosa County officials presented a proposed engagement with Cherry Beckhart to perform a combined performance and internal audit (contract not-to-exceed $115,000 paid one time to review the past five years), estimated additional staff costs, and a software pilot (Usha) that flagged $155,000 in potential district recoveries and $23,448 recovered a

Catoosa County is on the brink of a significant financial audit that could unveil over $155,000 in missed funding opportunities!

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Local Council discusses new state-mandated leave policy for organ donors and military duties Council evaluates state requirements for employee leave related to organ donation and military service.

Harris County BOE is revolutionizing its leave policies to support organ donors and military service members, ensuring employees never have to choose between their health and job security.

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Board elects Murdice Johnson as president amid legal concerns over family ties Board approves interim contract with Parker Poe, mandates monthly payment updates amid legal concerns.

The Bibb County Board of Education navigated legal concerns and family ties to elect Murdice Johnson as president while approving a crucial interim contract.

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