July 8, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Redmond, Wash. – At its June 22, 2009, meeting, the Lake Washington School District Board of Directors heard a presentation on a proposed budget for the 2009-10 school year. A summary of that proposed budget is available for review on the district Web site and public comment is invited. The Board will hold a public hearing and consider approving this draft at its August 10 meeting.

This year’s proposed budget was a challenge to put together as a result of state budget cuts to public education. The district gained considerable public input through surveys and public meetings, as the community wrestled with difficult decisions about priorities for funding. That input was invaluable in determining where to make cuts in the budget and what programs to preserve.

The revenue estimates and spending plans summarized are shown in much greater detail in the formal budget, OSPI form F-195. Since the summary is intended as a citizen’s aid to a better understanding of how public schools are operated, this document presents simplified financial information. The budget summary also contains information on enrollments, revenues and expenditures.

If you would like additional information, please call Lake Washington School District’s Public Information Office at (425) 702-3300. Send comments and suggestions concerning this budget by e-mail at PublicComment@lwsd.org or by mail to Lake Washington School District, P.O. Box 97039, Redmond, WA 98073. Comments submitted by August 10 will be shared with the superintendent and school board before the public hearing concerning the budget.