As a steward of public resources, ASD is committed to efficient
and effective use of its funds. Only through sensible,
responsible, open budgeting can we maintain financial
accountability. s
Public accountability
Community members, parents
and staff are encouraged to
express their views on the annual
budget development process.
These suggestions add valuable
contributions to the district's
decision-making process.
Additionally, the school board
conducts public hearings in
January during which the budget
recommendations are discussed in
detail. Public testimony at these
meetings is beneficial and strongly encouraged. |
The district's budget is
made up of four funds:
| Fund Name |
2005-2006
Amount |
| General Fund |
$433 million |
| used for schools and educational
support |
| Food Service Fund |
$14.5 million |
| self-supporting for students’ breakfasts
and lunches |
| Debt Service Fund |
$76.7 million |
| used to pay principal
and interest on school bonds |
| Local/State/Federal Projects Fund |
$48 million |
| grants for specific programs |
| Total |
$572.2 million |
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