CVUSD board move forward with position cuts

THERMAL, Calif. (KESQ) - The Coachella Valley Unified School District voted to cut several positions as it seeks to deal with a budget shortfall.

The decision comes as the district moves forward with a $25.4M budget reduction plan over three years. The plan includes cuts of $9.4 million in 2026–27, $8 million in 2027–28, and $8 million in 2028–29.

Emotions ran high after the motions carried, many parents and teachers saying they're not happy about the cuts.

It's important to note, though, that tonight's vote was largely a formality. The board already approved the stabilization plan on February 12th. The plan includes a list of positions, including vacant ones that could be eliminated, and under state law, layoff notices must be sent by mid-March.

News Channel 3's Shay Lawson will have more on the decision tonight at 10 and 11 p.m.