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The priority is balance the school budget ASAP so the school district knows what cuts are being made. I would assume, in addition to the 20 layoffs, no NEW positions of ANY staff would be included in the budget. The Chromebooks were included as a budget item, I believe. The City Council didn't provide the funding; I would think that short of alternative funds to acquire them, they would be removed from the budget. After that, limit repairs/improvements to only those that are absolutely necessary; especially at Aldrich & Gorton.

It is also time to study which elementary schools will be closed down the road by having the consultant begin the process of what is/should be the best course of action(not to mention a proper transition plan of the chosen consolidation option).