Baldwin County Schools Planned More Cuts in October 2009
Baldwin County schools planned to eliminate at least 15 additional positions in October 2009 after cutting more than 200 support jobs amid a major budget shortfall.
Orange Beach Considered Sewer Rate Increase to Address 2010 Shortfall
Orange Beach leaders considered a 2009 sewer-rate increase as they weighed a projected $1.5 million shortfall and the possibility of cutting more than 20 city jobs.
Baldwin Leaders Revisited Sales Tax Option as School Cuts Mounted
Baldwin County leaders discussed renewed support for a temporary sales tax in 2009 as school budget cuts and potential personnel reductions continued.
Fairhope Parents Sought Study of Independent School District in 2009
Fairhope parents asked city leaders in 2009 to study forming an independent school district as Baldwin County schools faced a $56 million budget shortfall.
2009 Tourist Spending Offered Hope for Baldwin County Schools
A profitable 2009 summer tourist season on Pleasure Island offered a potential boost to Baldwin County school revenue as the system faced a $56 million shortfall and possible support-staff layoffs.
Baldwin School Board Sought One-Cent Sales Tax During 2009 Budget Crisis
Facing a $38 million shortfall and projected revenue losses, the Baldwin County Board of Education voted in 2009 to seek a one-cent sales tax increase.
Dauphin Island Police Received State Grant for Taser and Equipment Purchases
Dauphin Island police received a $25,000 state grant in 2009 to buy Tasers, firearms, ammunition and other equipment after local budget cuts delayed the purchases.
Baldwin County Considered Closing Vaughn Elementary in 2009
Facing a projected $47 million shortfall over two years, Baldwin County schools considered closing Vaughn Elementary in 2009, a move officials said could save millions.
Prichard Announced Layoffs and Four-Day Workweeks in 2009
Prichard announced 17 layoffs, four-day workweeks for most city employees and limits on take-home vehicles in February 2009 to address municipal financial problems.
Baldwin County Schools Considered 300 Teaching Cuts in 2009
The Baldwin County School Board discussed cutting 300 teaching positions and other cost-saving measures during the 2009 school-finance crisis.