GCSD Board of Education Meeting - April 7th, 2026

The Greece Central School District Board of Education held a meeting on April 7, 2026, focusing heavily on the proposed 2026-2027 budget and related procurement activities. Superintendent Smalley and the finance team presented a $335.4 million budget proposal reflecting a 5.31% increase, driven by rising costs and growing student needs. Key budget highlights included investments in early learning, special education programming, college and career readiness, and technology enhancements. The board discussed the impact of a modest 1% increase in state foundation aid and the use of reserve funds to manage financial uncertainties. A significant procurement item was the proposed purchase of 35 replacement buses, totaling approximately $5.9 million, with funding partially from the tax levy. The board also reviewed an independent internal control risk assessment report with no required corrective actions. Members discussed potential advocacy efforts regarding state funding and the electric bus mandate. The meeting concluded with acknowledgments of staff tenure and community engagement initiatives.