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The Horseheads Central School District Board of Education held a meeting on February 17, 2026, which included a comprehensive superintendent's report focusing on the district's financial status, educational programming, technology, and infrastructure needs. Key procurement-related discussions centered on budget planning for the 2026-27 fiscal year, including anticipated increases in state aid, capital projects under the Horseheads 2030 initiative, and the impact of rising energy and health insurance costs. The board reviewed proposed expenditures such as new vehicles for transportation and facilities departments, laptop replacements to maintain the technology refresh cycle, and additional bus monitors to support student management. The meeting also addressed the district's debt service and tax levy calculations, highlighting the use of early aid starts to smooth tax impacts. Additionally, the board discussed the potential engagement of a paid facilitator for an ad hoc committee on school start times, with a preliminary budget of up to $10,000 authorized for this purpose. Several policy updates related to financial reporting and petty cash accounts were approved. Votes were taken on audit committee reports, budget transfers, and personnel recommendations, with some members abstaining on specific items. Overall, the meeting emphasized fiscal responsibility, strategic capital investment, and ongoing efforts to balance educational quality with budget constraints.