Board of Education Public Meeting | Live Stream | April 16th, 2026

The City School District of Albany Board of Education held a public meeting on April 16, 2026, focusing on various educational updates and budget discussions. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of routine consent items such as contracts and personnel appointments, though one contract for health and welfare services was tabled due to missing financial details. The board discussed the proposed 2026-27 budget, which includes a 1.22% tax levy increase primarily to fund child safety zone transportation and capital improvement projects. The budget also accounts for increased contract services and health insurance costs, additional special education staffing, and reductions through attrition. The board unanimously adopted the budget resolution to present to voters on May 19, 2026. Additionally, the meeting covered policy updates, academic performance reports, and community engagement initiatives, but no new procurement vehicles or vendor selections were announced.