The 2026-2027 Budget Vote & Board of Education Election will be held on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Updated March 11, 2026
About the Budget Proposal
The annual School Budget Vote and Board of Education Election is on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, between the hours of 11am and 8pm. Residents can vote by absentee ballot or in person at their designated polling location. Visit the voting information page to learn about polling locations, voter registration, and absentee ballots.
On April 21, 2026, the Board of Education will formally adopt the proposed 2026-27 budget.
Budget Development Calendar and Important Dates
| Date | Public Presentations/Events | Location | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tues, February 24 | Board of Education Meeting - Community Budget Workshop | HS Auditorium | 6pm |
| Tues, February 10 | Board of Education - Academic and Budget Workshop | HS Library | 5:30 pm |
| Tues, March 17 | Board of Education Meeting - Community Budget Workshop | HS Auditorium | 6pm |
| Tues, April 21 | Board of Education Meeting - RCG BOCES Budget & Board Vote | HS Auditorium | 6pm |
| Thurs, April 23 | Voter Registration Day | HS Cafeteria | 4-8pm *Please bring photo ID |
| Wed, April 29 | School Board Nominating Petitions due to District Clerk | by 5pm | |
| Tues, May 5 | Board of Education Meeting - Budget Hearing | HS Auditorium | 6pm *Special Meeting |
| Tues, May 19 | Board of Education Meeting - Annual Budget Vote & BOE Election | HS Auditorium | 11am-8pm |
Budget Development Documents
- 2026-27 Proposed Budget Book (includes a detailed breakdown of revenues/expenses and NYS school report card)
- 2026-27 Budget Newsletter
- Budget Hearing (presented at the May 5, 2026 Board of Education meeting)
- Community Budget Workshop – Presentation #1 (January 20, 2026)
- Community Budget Workshop – Presentation #2 (February 24, 2026)
- Community Budget Workshop – Presentation #3b (March 10, 2026)
- Absentee Ballot Application
- Community Budget Workshop – Presentation #3 (March 17, 2026)
- Community Budget Workshop – Presentation #4 (April 21, 2026)