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There is a stalemate between public school teachers in Palm Beach County and the teachers union.
The Classroom Teachers Association has declared a budget impasse as teachers are requesting a 5 percent pay raise, while the school district is offering a 1.5 percent bonus.
Union President Gordon Longhofer calls that offer "unfair and unjust" to teachers, citing their success in maintaining the district's "A" rating.
A school district spokesman says the proposal was made "despite significant financial constraints, including a 6,000 student drop in enrollment." Sean Cooley says a five percent pay hike is not fiscally responsible.
A special judge will now review the dispute and make suggestions.