Fairfax County School Board Approves Historic Collective Bargaining Agreement Amid Budget Challenges
- Meeting Overview:
Overview: The Fairfax County School Board meeting focused on several issues, including the approval of the first collective bargaining agreement for Fairfax County Public Schools (FCPS), budgetary challenges, and the ongoing emphasis on mental health resources. The new collective bargaining agreement, considered a historic milestone, includes provisions for a 6% raise for employees within the bargaining unit and a 5% raise for those outside the agreement. However, the board faced a budget shortfall of $121 million, prompting discussions about potential cuts to staff and services.
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Dr. Michelle C. Reid
School Board Officials:
Kyle McDaniel, Ryan McElveen, Ilryong Moon, Rachna Sizemore Heizer, Robyn Lady, Marcia St. John-Cunning, Melanie K. Meren, Ricardy Anderson, Mateo Dunne, Karl Frisch, Sandy Anderson, Seema Dixit, Megan Sawant
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Meeting Type:
School Board
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Committee:
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Meeting Date:
05/22/2025
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Recording Published:
05/22/2025
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Duration:
254 Minutes
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Notability Score:
Routine
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State:
Virginia
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County:
Fairfax County
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Towns:
Clifton, Herndon, Vienna
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