Austin school board OKs $1.65 billion budget amid calls to divert district police funds

Austin school board OKs $1.65 billion budget amid calls to divert district police funds

The Austin school board early Tuesday morning approved a $1.65 million budget, which dips heavily into district reserves to cover a $47.6 million shortfall. The 2020-21 budget sets aside spending $33 million in coronavirus-related expenses, including technology for remote learning, training materials and personal protective equipment.

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