Newberg-Dundee School District in Financial Hole

Newberg-Dundee School District in Financial Hole, but it’s not what the liberals are harping about in a political battle for Power…

The school district has been enthralled in a massive Political Power Grap for the past several years, with the Yamhill County liberals launching a relentless attack on conservative values in the county.

With the liberals trying to force their narrow-minded one-sided propaganda agenda on the county residents and mainly into the soft minds of the children of the district.

The liberals of the county seem to use strong arm tactics in an attempt to get their agenda moving as seen by a local news reporter who has been the brunt of their attacks on him personally and on his business he runs. 

The Newberg-Dundee School District is facing significant financial challenges. Here are some reasons for their current debt:

1. Budget Shortfall: Last month, the district discovered it was more than $3.7 million in debt for the current school year. Additionally, they’re dealing with a more than $10 million budget gap for the next school year¹.

2. Reasons for the Shortfall:

   • Special Education and Transportation: Programs like special education and transportation went over budget.
   • Lower State Funding: The district received less money from the state than expected.
   • Hiring Spree: Despite losing around 800 students since the start of the pandemic, the district hired more staff.
   • Property Taxes: Property taxes collected were less than previously projected.

The district is working to address these challenges, but it’s a complex situation. Other school districts in Oregon and southwest Washington are also grappling with similar budget issues due to factors like expiring federal COVID relief funds and declining student enrollment.

To expand on the reason:

1. Special Education and Transportation Costs: The district overspent on special education services and transportation. These essential programs incurred higher expenses than initially budgeted.

2. State Funding Shortfall: The district relies on state funding, which fell short of expectations. This reduction in revenue exacerbated their financial strain.

3. Staffing Decisions: Despite losing around 800 students during the pandemic, the district expanded its staff. Hiring additional personnel contributed to increased costs.

4. Property Tax Collection: The district’s projected property tax revenue did not materialize as anticipated. This shortfall further impacted their financial stability.

5. Budget Gap for Next Year: Looking ahead, the district faces a daunting budget gap of over $10 million for the upcoming school year.