Hammonton BOE Budget Meeting: April 30, 2026

The Hammonton Board of Education held a special budget meeting on April 30, 2026, to discuss and adopt the 2026-2027 school district budget. The proposed budget totals approximately $79.2 million, including general fund, special revenue, and debt service expenditures. Key procurement-related discussions included budget allocations for capital projects, maintenance reserves, and health care cost increases. The board highlighted cost-saving measures such as staff reductions and restructuring that saved over $500,000 without impacting educational quality. Tuition increases from sending districts Waterford and Folsom were a significant topic, with concerns raised about the impact on Waterford's budget and requests for detailed tuition calculation data. The board committed to providing the requested financial details to Waterford representatives and the public. The budget was amended to include additional capital project funding and increased health care costs, and it was ultimately adopted with some dissenting votes. The meeting also included motions to approve staffing replacements and other budget items.