Not only was state aid decreased, but the district also faced a loss of $ 82 million in federal stimulus aid that expired that same year. (educationnext.org)
The state also faces the loss of $ 5 billion of federal stimulus aid, and its problems are compounded by reduced tax revenue during the economic downturn. (reuters.com)
Gov. David Paterson calls a special session of the Legislature for Nov. 15 to allocate federal stimulus aid to school districts and other matters. (timesunion.com)