There are two ways to take the State University of New York report released this week regarding future financial viability for the Fredonia campus. Besides noting the positive aspect of an apparent $11 million deficit that is expected to be whittled away by the 2028-29 year, there is the unknown that is not spelled out regarding how that will happen.

“The campus has focused on growth opportunities, discontinuing programs that are no longer in demand, aligning their workforce to current needs, and pursuing creative use of shared services and operational efficiencies,” the report states. “The campus is committed to remaining diligent in continuing the necessary work to achieve its goal for a balanced budget in the next two years.”

But all is far from sunshine. There is a fear from the staff, particularly those tied to the United University Professions, that more reductions in programming could be on the way. Those individuals have said as much at University Senate meetings in recent months.

In February, the campus revealed an uptick in spring enrollment — 2,985 students from 2,950 when compared to last year. That’s a minor improvement, but a sign of stability.

In addition, a potential new administrative leader will be coming aboard. That position could have a tremendous impact on future decisions.

With all this in motion — and the positive enrollment numbers — it may be best to hold off for now on decisions regarding any other cutbacks for the moment. At present, SUNY is pulling the strings even though it appears the decisions are being made locally.

Besides, many would agree that educational systems of today do a good job when it comes to overstaffing administration. Perhaps there are reductions that can be found in those positions as well.