Brewer schools propose budget with nearly 8 percent hike


by Bangor Daily News

Bangor Daily News— The proposed budget is about $2.1 million — or 7.7 percent — more than last year’s $26.1 million spending plan.

KOBI-TV NBC5—Medford School District proposes to cut 32 positions after budget shortfall. MEDFORD, Ore. – The Medford School District is rolling out what they are calling a comprehensive proposal, which includes cutting 32 positions, to address a $15 million shortfall. Under the proposed budget, the district is suggesting a $7.5 million budget cut as well as utilizing $1.9 million of MSD’s reserves for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. […]

Arkansas Times—SESSION SNAPSHOT: Arkansas lawmakers propose amendments as passage of fiscal 2025 budget near. Arkansas’ 2024 fiscal session, which was initially projected to end this week, is now expected to end May 2 or possibly the following week.

KTVZ—Oregon PUC seeks public comment on Pacific Power's proposal to hike rates nearly 22%. SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – The Oregon Public Utility Commission is hosting a virtual event for the public to comment on Pacific Power’s general rate case filing that has proposed an increase to electricity rates, including nearly 22% for residential customers. This event, to be held Tuesday, April 30, from 6-7 p.m., provides the opportunity to speak