The Santa Rosa school board will discuss a $76,000 raise for its interim CFO just two weeks after issuing layoff notices to 87 employees. - The proposed raise would increase the interim CFO's salary to about $200,000 annually.
- Layoff notices were sent on May 14, 2026, affecting teachers, counselors, and librarians. - The district faces a $12 million budget deficit.
- Critics question the timing, while officials say the raise is needed to retain leadership. The board has not yet voted on the proposal.