Brooklyn Museum Extends Timeline for Widely Criticized Layoffs
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The Brooklyn Museum has postponed impending layoffs for a week, with the museum's director Anne Pasternak citing potential city funding as a reason. Facing a $10 million budget shortfall, the museum initially planned to cut 47 positions, but ongoing pressure from staff unions has prompted a review of the decision. Union leaders are urging alternatives to layoffs, spotlighting the urgency of exploring funding options. The museum's financial challenges have been exacerbated by city funding lagging behind salary increases, leading to deeper discussions regarding its fiscal future.
Facing a $10 million budget deficit, the Brooklyn Museum announced potential layoffs but delayed their implementation to investigate possible city funding.
The deadline for layoffs at the Brooklyn Museum was pushed back to March 16 as the institution awaits news on city funding.
Union leaders expressed concerns about the timing of the layoffs, urging for a delay to explore alternatives like furloughs.
Museum director Anne Pasternak emphasized the need for more city support as it struggles with a significant cash flow problem.
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