Voorheesville School Budget Vote Set for May 19

Voorheesville Central School District residents will vote May 19 on a $36.6 million budget for 2026-27, a 6.03% increase that would raise the tax levy by 4.18%. The increase falls within the state-calculated limit, requiring only a simple majority to pass.

Polling takes place from 2:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the middle school foyer.

The district faces a revenue gap as state Foundation Aid rises just 1.33% while employee health insurance costs jump 6.37%. The district plans to draw $400,000 from its Employer Retirement System reserve, $450,000 from the debt service fund, and $868,384 from the unassigned fund balance.

On the same ballot, voters will decide whether to approve $593,125 for three buses: a 72-passenger diesel bus, a 64-passenger electric bus, and a Chevrolet Suburban. State aid covers $374,262. The district would use $250,000 from its Capital Reserve Fund, with the remaining $218,863 paid over five years.

Two Board of Education seats are open for four-year terms beginning July 1. Argi O'Leary has filed to run. Voters may write in candidates; if a seat remains unfilled, the board will appoint someone.

The district held a public hearing on the budget May 5. Residents may vote in person May 19 or request early voter, absentee, or military ballots. More information is available on the district's Budget and Finance page.