Durham Public Schools approved an 11% classified staff raise through June, but the vote exposed how 1,027 employees will earn less than January promises due to budget miscalculation.
Board approved 11% classified staff raise through June, costing $1 million, but 1,027 employees will earn less than January promises due to budget miscalculation.
A flawed salary study implementation doubled costs; finance staff revealed the district omitted hourly workers and overspent $5 million on classified payroll this year.
Superintendent must present revised salary plan by March 21 addressing pay-cut gaps; board directed staff to explore one-time bonuses for lowest-paid workers.
This meeting was published as multiple videos. The primary recording is above; the additional segments are linked below.