What is the purpose of the public comment section? The BOE had the budget pre approved by the county superintendent prior to the meeting. They voted unanimously in favor on the budget prior to hearing public input. They lost grant money, Covid funds and more. Roughly 50 staff members who make around $25,000 were eliminated due to lack of funds. More than a handful of administrators making 6 figure salaries received a “modest raise” of 3% in the same breath. Eliminate 6 administrator positions and you can save 50 jobs. Freeze admin salaries during budget cuts. Shameful!