The Abbotsford School District has announced a second public budget meeting and are inviting employees, families, and community members to participate in the budget consultation process.
The next meeting is set for Thursday, May 8 at the school board office (2790 Tims St.), with an option to attend virtually via Microsoft Teams.
In accordance with the School Act, the Abbotsford Board of Education must approve a balanced budget by June 30th each year. Your input is very important.
— Abbotsford Schools (@AbbotsfordSD) March 14, 2025
Please fill out our survey by April 30, 2025 at https://t.co/9srcKGCO9Z#abbyschools pic.twitter.com/9T5ctBQ3ZN
According to a press release from the district, the budget is guided by key principles, including:
- Maximizing resource allocation to support student learning and district priorities.
- Enhancing transparency by fostering a strong understanding of budget decisions through ongoing communication.
- Maintaining a three-year budget plan to support long-term program initiatives
- Ensuring financial stability through responsible fiscal management and maintaining surplus/reserve balances for emergent needs.
- Maintain strong fiscal management policies.
The budget for the 2025-26 school year is scheduled to be approved by June 30, 2025. The first public budget meeting was held on March 13 and saw secretary-treasurer Ray Velestuk share budget information with parents and community members. This session is available for viewing on the district’s YouTube channel (@AbbotsfordSD).
To gather public input, the district has updated their engagement portal with this year’s budget consultation.
Community members are encouraged to participate by learning more about how district funds will be allocated by completing the survey.
Feedback will be accepted until April 30 at engage.abbyschools.ca/budget25-26.
