CFO: St. Helens fund balance improves slightly but PERS increase could create multimillion-dollar gap Chief Financial Officer Christine Woodard reported an estimated 2024-25 ending fund balance near $1.0 million and a 2025-26 projection of about $1.056 million (roughly 2.6% of budget), below the board's 5% reserve policy; she warned a potential PERS employer increase (~30%) could cost roughly $3 million and staff are planning expense reductions.

St. Helens School District's finances are tightening, with a modest fund balance improvement overshadowed by looming PERS contribution increases that could create a $3 million shortfall.

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Saint Helens School Board Approves 2025-2026 Schedule and Unseals Investigation Report School board finalizes schedule and addresses misconduct allegations in meeting actions.

The St. Helens School Board made significant strides in transparency by unsealing a crucial investigation report on misconduct while approving the 2025-2026 academic schedule.

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School Board outlines budget challenges and staff adjustments amid financial scrutiny Board discusses $200K debt repayment, FTE changes, and rising legal expenses in budget meeting

The St. Helens School District faces a daunting budget crisis, with a $200K debt repayment and potential staff cuts looming on the horizon.

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