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Lowell School Committee continues FY27 budget hearing; restores select positions and approves teaching-staff bottom line

LowellApr 22, 20263 min read

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At a continued budget hearing on April 22, 2026, the Lowell School Committee heard public comment on proposed position cuts, approved a $115,611,745 teaching-staff bottom-line figure, voted to retain two clerk scheduler positions and reinstated two computer technician positions, and requested an updated budget for final approval on May 6.

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Approved the teaching-staff bottom-line figure of $115,611,745 (motion passed 6 yeas, 1 nay).
Moved not to cut the two remaining clerk scheduler positions (motion passed 7 yeas).
Reinstated two computer technician positions from the Suspense Account (motion passed 7 yeas).
Requested Superintendent update next year’s budget with stated outcomes, graphs, charts, and goals (motion passed 7 yeas).
Motion to reconsider technology funding for School Year 2026–2027 was withdrawn.
Superintendent to report back with an updated budget at the May 6 meeting for final approval.

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School Committee Meeting on April 22, 2026

Apr 22, 2026, 12:00 AMcompleted

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