KUSD Committee Meetings - June 16, 2026

The Kenosha Unified School District Audit, Budget, and Finance Committee convened on June 16, 2026, to discuss the district's financial challenges and potential budget cuts for the 2027-2028 school year. The meeting focused extensively on cost-saving measures in anticipation of a possible November referendum to address a projected $17.6 million budget deficit driven primarily by declining enrollment and rising expenses such as health insurance premiums. Detailed discussions included potential reductions in teaching staff through increased class sizes, consolidation or elimination of specialized programs like the Roosevelt enrichment program and Reuther, and cuts to extracurricular activities including sports and arts. The committee also reviewed operational efficiencies such as consolidating administrative roles, renegotiating contracts, and holding technology refreshes. Board members emphasized the need for transparency in communicating the financial impacts of cuts and the benefits of any referendum to the community. They also discussed the challenges of maintaining program quality and equity, the implications of increased class sizes on safety and enrollment retention, and the importance of exploring creative solutions to boost enrollment and revenue. No final votes were recorded, but the committee planned to refine cost-saving options and prepare for further discussions at the next meeting.