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Jeff Davis School Board Surplus and Strains | Lake Charles News
Jeff Davis Parish School Board just ended its fiscal year with a surprising $1 million surplus in its general fund—despite fewer students and rising insurance costs—thanks to smart budgeting and targeted cuts. Maintenance funds remain strong thanks to pre-funded repairs, allowing food service to operate independently again. The natural disaster fund took a hit from hurricane recovery work but still holds steady as FEMA reimbursements are expected. Looking ahead, the next fiscal year’s approved budget shows a nearly $3.5 million deficit, mostly due to a new food service warehouse; remove that…
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