Which activity does the CSBO perform to support negotiations with employee unions?

• A. Drafts performance appraisals for faculty
• B. Prepares fiscal data for negotiations with employee unions
• C. Manages school facility renovations
• D. Coordinates after-school programs

Answer: (B)

The main idea here is that the CSBO supports union negotiations by providing the budgetary context and financial data that shape what terms are feasible. During bargaining, understanding the cost implications of salary increases, benefits, and other contract terms is crucial. The CSBO collects and analyzes fiscal information—current and projected revenues and expenditures, staffing-related costs, and benefits—to model how different bargaining offers would affect the district’s budget. Presenting this data helps negotiators see what is financially sustainable and ensures decisions align with available resources. Other activities involve different operational areas—evaluating staff performance, handling facilities work, or coordinating programs—but they don’t directly supply the financial groundwork needed for negotiations.