Eanes ISD officials are considering multiple cost-saving strategies as the district continues to project budget shortfalls amidst a growing list of expenditures outpacing its funding.

Chief Financial Officer Chris Scott presented the strategies to the board of trustees during its Oct. 21 meeting.

Some context

EISD adopted its 2025-26 budget in June with a $7.1 million shortfall, which was lowered to $3.7 million in September due to additional state funding from the 89th Texas Legislature.

EISD's revenue sources include the Foundation School Program, or FSP, allotment, which include property taxes and state aid. Other revenue sources include investments and School Health and Related Services, or SHARS, funding.

However, EISD's expenditures—which includes payroll, the district's b

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