Akron Public Schols Interim Treasurer Wayne Bowers gave a grim outlook for the district's finances as part of his state-required five-year forecast.

He said the district's expenses are expected to grow faster than revenue.

Akron Public Schools could face significant financial trouble as early as 2028, despite voters approving a new property tax levy in November and recent staffing cuts .

Interim Treasurer Wayne Bowers presented the district's grim financial picture on Sept. 22 to the school board before it approved its latest five-year forecast, which must be submitted to the state by Oct. 15.

Bowers encouraged the board and administration to take corrective action sooner rather than later.

“It isn’t too late to make decisions that will positively influence this path, and I reco

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