"The California Academy of Sciences announced the layoffs of 53 employees last week, with 37 of them being union members, including the entire planetarium staff."
"Executive Director Scott Sampson cited a $7.3 million deficit from 2025 and projected losses of more than $8 million this year as reasons for the layoffs."
"Union leaders have argued that top executives should absorb some of the financial burden, pointing to Executive Director Scott Sampson's reported $885,000 salary last year."
"About half of the laid-off workers are reportedly still showing up to work as negotiations between the union and museum management continue."
The California Academy of Sciences is laying off 53 employees, approximately 9.3% of its staff, due to a projected $7.3 million deficit for 2025 and over $8 million in losses this year. The layoffs, part of a third round in five years, affect many union members, including the entire planetarium staff. The museum cites high operating costs, declining tourism, and the expense of maintaining live animals as reasons for its financial struggles. Negotiations between the union and management are ongoing, with union leaders advocating for executive salary reductions.
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