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PROPOSED

FY2025

OPERATIONAL

BUDGET

Sandwich Finance Committee

5 March 2024

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GOALS OF THE FY25 BUDGET

To provide a level services budget that meets the needs of our students and takes into account collective bargaining increases
To maintain our programs and services while continuing the cycle of continuous improvement, with an eye toward innovative practices that improve student outcomes
To address the district’s deferred maintenance needs through capital investments
To provide additional investments in school security measures to ensure that our students and staff remain safe
To find efficiencies in our operations so we balance programmatic improvement with fiscal responsibility

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ENROLLMENT IN THE SPS

	Forestdale	Oak Ridge	SMHS	Out of District	Total
2023-24	543	674	912	27	2,156
2024-25 (proj)	572	652	873	27	2,122

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HISTORICAL ENROLLMENT IN THE SPS, 2013-present

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PROJECTED ENROLLMENT IN THE SPS, 2023-34

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AVERAGE CLASS SIZE IN THE SPS, 2023-24

School	PK	K	1	2	3	4	5	6	7	8
Forestdale	11	16	18	17
Oak Ridge					20	19	21	21
SMHS									19	21

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THE FY25 SPS BUDGET PROPOSAL

A $39,504,702 proposal that is a 3.22% increase ($1,231,000) from FY2024
Maintains level services and continues forward momentum toward strategic priorities of literacy, numeracy, SEL, and innovative practices
Staffing projects to be commensurate with enrollment (right sizing)
Planned efficiencies will be reinvested in capital expenditures for our facilities/infrastructure, after years of deferred maintenance

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PROJECTED FUNDING OF THE FY25 BUDGET

Source	FY24	FY25 Proj	Increase
Chapter 70	$ 7,508,0688	$ 7,508,068	$ 0 (0%)
Local Contribution	$30,765,634	$31,996,634	$ 1,231,000 (4.00%)
Totals	$38,273,702	$39,504,702	$ 1,231,000 (3.22%)

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FY25 BUDGET DRIVERS

Salaries	Still uncertainty in the area for salary increases due to negotiations commencing with 4 collective bargaining units: Estimated increase (including steps and lanes) for all existing staff: $821,709 (2.85%)
Special Education	An decrease of $210,670 (-8.71%); largely due to a decrease in out-of-district tuitions (-$168,000) charged to the operational budget; consolidation of contracted services (School Psych hired); and budget right sizing.
Technology	Increase of $203,246 (22.95%); the largest increases being in instructional software ($163,303) related to ARC, Reveal Math, and Ready Math curriculum materials (previously grant-funded) and also expended to new grades. Also included are SEL platforms such as the DESSA Screener & Panorama Survey. An additional $147,770 is allocated to tech equipment for the refresh of SMHS educator laptops.
Buildings & Grounds	To commence a cycle of replacement, an investment of $200,000 has been allocated for carpet/flooring replacement at Oak Ridge & Forestdale; Based upon current trends of utility expenses and forecasts; the FY25 budget has all utilities level funded. The town has projected the same.
Transportation	Year 5 of a five-year contract with Lucini Transportation; Increase will be tied to CPI on May 1. We have budgeted a 4% for an increase plus fuel escalation costs($92,430); Additional $74,000 budgeted for replacement of a special education van.

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FY25 BUDGET DRIVERS

Teaching & Learning	A decrease of $29,664 (-7.75%), largely due to shift of instructional software lines to technology; Continued Investment in the ARC Core literacy series vis-a-vis classroom libraries; Expansion of iReady to grades K and 2 ($20,000); Continued investment in professional investment for SEL, mental health, and mathematics curriculum and instruction as well as Innovation Pathways progression ($158,957)
Athletics	Overall increase of $74,691 (24.28%); largely through increase in transportation ($56,611) and budget right sizing.

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FY25 SUMMARY SALARIES

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FY25 SUMMARY EXPENSES

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SPS ENROLLMENT VS STAFFING, 2019-PRESENT

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SPRING 2022 DEBT EXCLUSION PROJECTS

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FACILITY	PROJECT NAME	ORIGINAL BUDGET	ACTUAL TOTAL BUDGET	PROJECT STATUS % COMPLETE
SMHS	Building Envelope Repairs and Roof Replacement	$ 1,049,620.00	$ 2,063,626.40	85%
Oak Ridge	Building Envelope Repairs and Replacement	$ 600,560.40	$ -
Forestdale	Building Envelope Repairs and Replacement	$ 372,859.30	$ -
Elementary Schools	Playground Replacement	$ 465,000.00	$ 1,101,702.00	80%
Forestdale	Classroom Ventilation & Air Conditioning Upgrades	$ 1,949,915.00	$ -
Oak Ridge	Classroom Ventilation & Air Conditioning Upgrades	$ 1,949,915.00	$ -
SMHS	Stage/Auditorium Lighting Replacement	$ 328,630.79	$ 328,630.79	100%
Forestdale	Heating Boiler Replacement	$ 972,864.00	$ -
Forestdale	Heating Boiler Replacement	$ 972,864.00	$ -
Oak Ridge	Library Ventilation & Air Conditioning Upgrades	$ 933,180.00	$ -
SMHS	Library Ventilation & Air Conditioning Upgrades	$ 933,180.00	$ -
Central Office	Rooftop HVAC Unit Replacement	$ 773,782.00	$ 1,285,586.00	0.54%
	Central Office Renovation	$ 1,950,000.00	$ 2,510,550.88	85%

	Project Management Costs	$ 200,000.00
	Escalation Costs (8% Year 1, 4% each year after)	$ 1,844,638.06
	TOTALS:
		$ 15,297,008.55	$ 7,290,096.07

DEBT EXCLUSION PROJECTS:

CURRENT STATUS

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EXPEDITED DEBT EXCLUSION PROJECT TIMELINE

Spring 2024

Completion of HS roof, & building envelope; building envelopes at FD and OR

Summer 2024

Installation of new HVAC roof unit at SMHS; start of installation of new HVAC classroom units at OR

Winter 2023-24

HS Auditorium lighting; Forestdale & Oak Ridge Playgrounds; Completion of new central office building

Fall-Winter 24-25

Installation of new HVAC units at FD; bid/installation of new boilers for FD and OR

Spring 2024

New HVAC Systems for FD and OR out to bid

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FY25 CAPITAL PRIORITIES- BASED ON CRITICAL NEEDS

The issue: Many years of deferred maintenance

There are many needs; however in prioritizing the list, student and staff safety were the guiding factor

Prioritized projects include:

Upgrade of school security camera systems
SMHS exterior door replacement
District-wide interior door security/locking mechanisms
SMHS domestic hot water tank replacement
OR student furniture
Allocation for building maintenance/repairs

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UPGRADE OF DISTRICT-WIDE SECURITY CAMERA SYSTEMS

Still analog system; no digital/advanced capabilities
Issues with adequate coverage
$315,000 estimate
Also looking to integrate with visitor security systems and key fobs

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REPLACEMENT OF EXTERIOR DOORS AT SMHS

Corroded exterior doors and doorjams, particularly at SMHS
Nine sets of doors targeted
Estimate cost of replacement: $130,000

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REPLACEMENT OF DISTRICT-WIDE DOOR LOCKS/KEY SYSTEM

Numerous issues- related to faulty/missing locks; antiquated key system; issues with crash bars on interior/exterior doors
Estimated cost: $200,000

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SMHS DOMESTIC HOT WATER TANKS REPLACEMENT

Original tanks from 1976; in many cases, rusted & corroded
Constantly running- thus very inefficient operation
Estimated cost: $130,000

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REPLACEMENT OF STUDENT FURNITURE- OAK RIDGE

Dated, mismatched furniture (particularly at OR); not conducive to pedagogy or educational goals

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REPLACEMENT OF STUDENT FURNITURE- OAK RIDGE

Estimated expenditure: $75,000

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ANNUAL ALLOCATION FOR BUILDING MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS

Priority 1: Repair of bleacher motorization mechanism at SMHS

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ANNUAL ALLOCATION FOR BUILDING MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS

Priority 1: Repair of bleacher motorization mechanism at SMHS

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ANNUAL ALLOCATION FOR BUILDING MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS

Priority 2: Painting/repair/refresh of numerous common areas at Forestdale and Oak Ridge, including MPRs, cafeterias and gymnasiums

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ANNUAL ALLOCATION FOR BUILDING MAINTENANCE/REPAIRS

Priority 3: Repair/replacement of some Forestdale/School for Early Learning student bathrooms so they are more age appropriate

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IN THE SPS 10-YEAR CAPITAL PLAN

A total of $9,136,000 of capital improvements have been identified
Other areas include:

Improved external lighting
Replacement of FD and OR bleachers
Library redesign
Demolition of OR portables
Improved energy controls
Repaved walkways and school driveways
Replacement of turf at DeConto Stadium
SMHS Science and Computer Lab upgrades
Replacement of lockers/electrostatic painting

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SPS STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, 2022-27

To challenge and support each student so they may achieve success as highlighted in the SPS Portrait of a Graduate

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SPS PORTRAIT OF A GRADUATE

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SPS STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES, 2022-27

To challenge and support each student so they may achieve success as highlighted in the SPS Portrait of a Graduate
To use instructional practices that meet individual needs of all students
To communicate regular, up-to-date feedback to all families about student progress
To promote a culture of positivity that ensures that all students and staff feel safe, secure, engaged, challenged, and supported
To strategically manage resources, particularly in facilities and technology, to meet the academic and social-emotional needs of our students

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QUESTIONS & ANSWERS