Community Corner

Community Chat: Where Do Cuts Need to be Made to Eliminate the School District Deficit

This week Community Chat explores areas to make cuts to diminish the deficit the school district is facing.

Gov. Andrew Cuomo announced his budget proposal on Feb. 1, , leaving the Smithtown Central School District with questions on how to make up for a looming deficit.

Throughout the budget examination process, Superintendent Edward Ehmann has , the housing committee has , parents of , and Branch Brook Elementary students have expressed concerns about their schools closing to cut district costs, and , amongst numerous other discussed money saving options.

This weeks question: Where do you think the district should look to make cuts to eliminate its deficit? How can the district effectively rid itself of its financial issues?

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