Multiple resident speakers and Newport News Public Schools employees urged the council to authorize collective bargaining for city and school employees, citing staffing shortages, retention concerns and the need for a formal negotiation framework; council members said a task force report is under subcommittee review.

During public comment, speech-language pathologists and parents urged the district to invest in in-house staff rather than contractors (28 SLP vacancies were cited). Superintendent Carmen Balgobin announced Volusia is one of three Florida districts selected for a state-funded drone 'campus guardian' pilot; the board also heard presentations from Atlantic Center for the Arts and recognized DeLand High band.

Board addresses three vacancies in special education leading to potential legal risks.

DLNR highlights filled positions while addressing vacancies in invasive species program.

Committee reviews budget shortfalls impacting critical education infrastructure and staffing issues.

Former data assessment specialist highlights critical role in education data management.

CDEPS faces a $470,000 revenue shortfall, with plans to fill vacant teaching positions.

Officials question rising public works overtime costs and staffing decisions during England Army meeting.

Sheriff's Office discusses rising medical expenses and staffing issues due to norovirus outbreak.

Board discusses superintendent's power to hire due to high turnover in support staff.

Union leaders criticize budget cuts, call for staffing improvements to enhance prison safety.

District faces funding deficits and expense increases as certified enrollment reaches 13674 students.

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