LAUSD looks at ways to save jobs

The Los Angeles Unified school board floated an admittedly creative plan to avoid thousands of layoffs: They invited union officials to scour district books for savings on the condition unions match the amount dollar for dollar with furloughs, pay cuts and other concessions. George B. Sanchez in the Daily News.

While the unusual plan requires a nod from Washington and needs union support, board members say they are willing to consider such ideas to save some of the estimated 5,000 jobs on the chopping block.

"The board believes there is a solution to save jobs that will require creativity, a willingness to come together at the table with all our partners, and a sacrifice from all district employees..." said the resolution authored by board President M nica Garc a and members Yolie Flores Aguilar and Richard Vladovic. The Los Angeles Unified school board on Tuesday floated an admittedly creative plan to avoid thousands of layoffs: They invited union officials to scour district books for savings on the condition unions match the amount dollar for dollar with furloughs, pay cuts and other concessions.