Mahopac BOE monthly meeting, March 12 2026 (live stream)

The Mahopac Board of Education held its regular monthly meeting on March 12, 2026, focusing heavily on budget presentations and upcoming capital projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the proposed purchase of 10 diesel buses for $1.6 million, which will be put to a community vote as part of the budget propositions. The board also discussed capital improvement projects involving school building alterations, HVAC upgrades, and athletic field renovations, with several bond propositions presented and voted on separately. Notably, Proposition 2 for school buses and Propositions 4 and 5 for building improvements and HVAC passed the board vote to be placed on the ballot, while Proposition 6, related to athletic field upgrades, faced some opposition but was also advanced for community voting. The board emphasized the importance of maintaining academic programs, special education services, and transportation while managing fiscal responsibility. There was also discussion about purchasing radios for transportation to replace leased equipment, expected to yield cost savings over time. Public comments included concerns about the zero percent tax levy proposal and the long-term fiscal impact, as well as strong community support for district staff and programs. The meeting concluded with plans for further budget presentations and the upcoming budget vote scheduled for May 19, 2026.