GCSD Board of Education Meeting - February 24, 2026

The Greece Central School District Board of Education held a meeting on February 24, 2026, which included various updates and discussions primarily focused on school activities, student programs, and policy reviews. A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to the district's bus replacement proposal, where the board discussed plans to replace 35 older buses to prepare for an anticipated electric bus mandate. The cost implications were reviewed, noting that electric buses could cost approximately $500,000 each, with a total potential cost of around $167 million if all buses were electric. The board also discussed the waiver process for continuing to purchase gas or diesel buses beyond the 2027 mandate and the challenges related to infrastructure and funding for electric buses. Additionally, the board reviewed the tax cap calculation for the upcoming year, explaining factors such as tax-based growth, pilot payments, and capital project exclusions. Several policy updates were considered, including a comprehensive attendance policy, with some motions passed and others tabled for further review. The meeting concluded with committee reports on communication strategies within the district.