Clarence Schools Board of Education Meeting - May 11th, 2026

The Clarence Central School District Board of Education held a meeting on May 11, 2026, which included a public budget hearing focused on the upcoming fiscal year's spending plan. The board discussed the district's commitment to staying at or below the New York State property tax cap, with a proposed tax levy increase of 3.64% and a budget-to-budget increase of 1.9%. Key revenue sources highlighted were state foundation aid, local tax levies, and appropriated fund balances. On the expenditure side, the budget emphasized instructional costs, capital projects, and administrative expenses, noting significant increases in special education services and vocational programming. Facilities updates included summer work on parking lots at the middle and high schools, with no work planned at Sheran Hill or Ledger View. The board also approved multiple personnel appointments and resignations, including retirements of long-serving staff. Motions to approve budget items, personnel actions, and special education services were passed unanimously. No new policies were introduced during this meeting.