""We have a very large endowment and campaign fund. Those options were not looked into. Our top priority is saving as many jobs as possible. Our main message is to chop from the top.""
""Our workforce continues to shrink. Morale is already low and trust in leadership has eroded. We really want to push for transparency to rebuild that trust.""
The California Academy of Sciences announced layoffs impacting 53 employees, prompting criticism from union leaders who argue that management did not explore alternatives. Workers received little notice, and concerns were raised about the high compensation of senior leadership. Union representatives emphasized the need for transparency to rebuild trust among staff, as repeated layoffs threaten morale and the institution's mission. The union advocates for cutting executive pay to preserve jobs, highlighting the significant income of the senior leadership team.
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