Fulton school board considers budget calling for pay raises

Fulton school board members are considering a budget for next school year that would include pay raises for all employees.

Board members got a preliminary look at the fiscal year 2017 budget priorities and revenue projections at a meeting Tuesday. The proposed budget includes a 5 percent raise for teachers and a 3 percent raise for all other district staff.

Those who teach special education, an area in high demand locally and nationally, would receive an additional $3,000 supplement to their salary. In addition to the increase, no employee will experience furlough days or pay cuts.