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VOLUME 20, NO. 26
PUSD BUDGET PROJECTS MULTI-MILLION DOLLAR DEFICIT
FOURTH OF JULY PREPARATION FOR PASADENA PET OWNERS
Superintendent McDonald Warns Against potential insolvency by GUS HERRERA gherrera@beaconmedianews.com
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he Pasadena Unified School District (PUSD) Board of Education recently approved a budget that is expected to leave the district in a multi-million-dollar deficit by the end of the year. The FY2017-18 budget, which was approved unanimously (6-0), projects $206.205 million in revenue and $211.975 million in expenditures – digging the PUSD into a deficit of $5.77 million. A little over 80 percent of total expenditures are expected to go towards employee salaries and benefits, while only 3.32 percent will fund the students’ books and supplies.
It is important to note that the budget approved is still somewhat fluid, as modifications (approved by the board) can be made throughout the year to compensate for any changes in revenue and/or expenses. Aside from the narrowlyattained three percent worth of reserves, which is required, the budget has no additional contingency funds built in to rely on in case of emergency. Furthermore, if the state decides to apply any reductions in the coming year, then the budget will require further expenditure cuts in order to meet the reserve quota. “The budget is not able to support any contingencies … this is a very, very tight budget and whatever we SEE PAGE 11
Minimal revenue growth and increased commitments towards employee retirement/benefits systems are expected to leave the PUSD in a $5.7 million deficit by the end of next year. - Photo by Terry Miller / Beacon Media News
The Pasadena Recap: Local Burglary Suspect(s) Brandish Firearm at Sierra Madre Resident News and Community Events Sent Straight to Your Inbox
On Sunday at approximately 1:53 p.m., Sierra Madre Police Officers were dispatched to the 500 block of Lotus Lane regarding a man brandishing a firearm. The victim reported that the suspect(s) were in his driveway removing items from his truck. As the victim came out onto his balcony, one of the suspects pointed a hand gun at him causing him to retreat back into his house. Responding officers observed a vehicle and its occupants, (matching the – Courtesy photo
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The 4th of July is a time of celebration, but we must not forget our furry, animal friends during the festivities. The noise from fireworks can frighten dogs or even cause them to flee. In fact, more dogs are lost on the 4th of July than any other day of the year. Here are some tips to help keep your pets safe and happy this Independence Day. Identification Current identification is your pet’s best ticket home. Make sure your pet is wearing a collar with a current ID tag and dog license, and get your pet microchipped. Noise Fireworks scare many animals. Try playing calming music, use essential oils, or pick up a Thundershirt at the PHS Shelter Shop. Indoors The safest place for your pets on the 4th of July is inside your home. Dogs and cats who get easily scared by loud noises are more likely to run away. Never take your dog to a fireworks display. Busy Bee Calm your pets with activities that take their mind off of the noise. Distract a kitty with an engaging wand toy. Provide a pup with his favorite chew toy or a bully stick. Be sure to burn off excess energy by taking your dog for a walk before the fireworks start. PHS animal control officers will be on the lookout for lost and scared SEE PAGE 10
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