The Anacortes School Board recently adopted its 2023-24 budget. The $46 million budget reflects nearly $3 million in reductions that the district proactively planned for throughout the last year and a half. The adopted budget also leaves the district with a three percent (3%) ending fund balance (reserves), while the board’s target for its reserve account is four percent (4%). The board has directed the district to build back its reserve account to four percent over the next two years. 

“Our budget is balanced, but not without some difficult decisions made by the board and administration,” said Board President Jennie Beltramini. “We are confident, however, in the district’s plan to continue reviewing expenditures and revenue, and in building back our reserves.” 

The district’s budget reflects a significant investment in staff, with salaries equaling 87 percent of the budget. 

“Our goal all along has been to minimize the direct impacts on the classroom as much as possible,” said Superintendent Justin Irish. “Our staff are committed to providing the best education to our students. I’m proud of our workforce, our union groups, and our community for working collaboratively to tackle this challenge.” 

The district will continue to engage the Budget Advisory Council, and the community, as it prepares its 2024-25 budget, which will include at least $1 million in reductions. 

More information about the district’s budget can be found on its website: https://www.asd103.org/District/Department/26-Finance#

Questions? Contact Mike Sullivan, Executive Director of Finance & Operations: (360) 503-1213 or masullivan@asd103.org