More cuts coming as Peninsula College declares ‘financial emergency’

By: Mallory Kruml

Outlets: Port Townsend Leader

Published: March 4, 2026

Words: 507

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 2 days ago

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For the second time in nine months, Peninsula College’s Board of Trustees has declared a “financial emergency” as the institution grapples with a $1.8 million budget shortfall midway through the academic year.

Despite a 7% budget reduction last year — which eliminated 16 staff positions and closed its Port Townsend campus — Ames said more cuts are needed.

“It’s a sign to the college and a sign to the community that the board recognizes the …

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