Parents, teachers, and students in Hamburg remain vocal in their opposition to the Hamburg Central School District’s plan to lay off 17 teachers and support staff. Superintendent Michael Cornell attributed the layoffs to budget mismanagement in prior years, without specifying the errors. The proposed cuts include positions in various departments, sparking concern among community members. During a recent budget hearing and board meeting, attendees voiced their objections, highlighting inefficiencies in budget allocation and urging the reconsideration of cuts to teaching staff and support services. Despite the district’s efforts to address budget gaps, questions persist about financial management and accountability.
Parents, teachers, and students in Hamburg persist in their resistance against the district’s layoff proposals.
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