The Antioch Unified School District board rejected $18.7 million in budget cuts, leaving a $32 million deficit and risking state receivership. - The 2-3 vote failed to approve cuts including $9.7 million from certificated and $7.6 million from classified positions.
- Board members cited concerns over cutting special education paraprofessionals and behavioral support specialists. - The district has a May 15 deadline to identify cuts and faces a "negative" budget certification from the county.
The board is expected to adopt the final budget on June 17, with the county superintendent having authority to intervene.