Since many County Commissioners are getting phone calls and emails regarding the current budget situation, some have resorted to automated voice messages or emails.
For the most part, this messages can be divided into two groups. First, a group that says they support NO additional funding for schools (Paige Brown Strong falls in this category). Second, a group that says they oppose any tax increase (while not explicitly ruling out another source of funding).
Combined, it seems highly unlikely that a majority of commissioners will agree on a solution tonight. At best, Commissioners may offer a small sum of money from reserves and demand that the Board make further cuts.
If so, the Board will likely meet again as soon as Wednesday and either propose cuts OR continue with the delay of schools until the budget is properly funded.
An email from Dr. Phillips today seems to indicate he is not interested in a short-term fix, but rather wants a long-term solution to fully fund schools and prevent "crisis" budgeting.
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