The 2026-27 School Budget Vote and Board of Education Election is on May 19, 2026. Polls are open noon to 9:00 p.m. at the district's eight polling locations. Find your polling place here.
The 2026-27 Budget Newsletter is available online and in your mailboxes today. *Please note that the Budget Notice portion of the newsletter has been updated since time of print.
On Wednesday, April 15, the Schenectady City School District Board of Education approved a proposed budget for the 2026–2027 school year that maintains all current programs and services for students while continuing our commitment to fiscal responsibility and community stability.
The proposed budget totals $310,543,870, representing a $15 million (5.09%) increase over the current year. This increase is primarily driven by rising salary and benefit costs and is offset by New York State Foundation Aid, the district’s fund balance, and the expiration of prior debt.
Most importantly, for the eighth consecutive year, this budget includes a 0% tax levy increase. As a result, the budget requires a simple majority to pass.
A public budget hearing will take place on May 6, at 6:30 p.m. at Family and Community Engagement Center, located at 530 Liberty Street.
In addition to the annual budget, voters will consider three facility propositions designed to strengthen our schools, expand opportunities, and improve efficiency, all at no additional cost to taxpayers.
Residents will also vote to fill three Board of Education seats. The three available seats carry full three-year terms beginning July 1, 2026.
Candidates:
Bernice Rivera
Daniel Flynn
Rennie Glasgow