We want to provide you with an update on the Board of Education’s recent decision regarding the 2025-26 school budget revote. Following the community’s vote to reject the initial budget proposal on May 20, which exceeded the state tax cap, the district worked diligently to revise the budget in a way that stays within the tax cap while continuing to support the needs of our students and staff.

On Tuesday, May 27, the Scotia-Glenville Board of Education voted to adopt a revised spending plan at the state tax levy limit, totaling $66,513,694, with an estimated tax rate increase of 1.63%. This decision was necessary to meet state deadlines for budget newsletters, ballot printing, and absentee ballot preparation for the June 17 vote. 

Board meeting on June 2 to further discuss budget adjustments

At this time, the Board has not yet made final decisions about how funds will be allocated within the revised budget. That discussion will continue at a special meeting at 7 p.m. on Monday, June 2 in the Middle School Cafeteria. Community members are encouraged to attend or watch the meeting via livestream on the district’s YouTube channel. The link is available on the Board of Education page of our district website. The meeting is open to all; however, because it is a special meeting, there will be no privilege of the floor. Community members are encouraged to email any questions to Superintendent Swartz, Business Manager Giaquinto, or members of the Board of Education. All messages will be reviewed as the district continues to refine and communicate the details of the revised budget.

We recognize that these are difficult decisions, and we are committed to working in partnership with our community to navigate them thoughtfully. The district will continue to communicate openly and work to ensure that any necessary reductions have the least possible impact on our students, staff, and the programs that support their success.