5-12-2026 NSCSD Budget Hearing & Board of Education Meeting

The North Syracuse Central School District held a budget hearing and Board of Education meeting on May 12, 2026. The budget hearing included a detailed presentation of the district's $233 million budget for the 2026-27 school year, highlighting a 9.3 million dollar increase and a tax levy increase of approximately $5.6 million. Key procurement-related discussions focused on the planned purchase of 12 new gasoline-powered school buses equipped for special needs students, continuing the district's bus replacement program to retire buses over 10 years old. The district is not currently purchasing electric buses due to concerns about technology readiness and safety, and has applied for a waiver to delay electric bus requirements. Capital projects underway include the new aquatic center and auditorium upgrades, with building aid supporting these expenditures. The budget also relies on fund balance and reserves to subsidize operations, with a noted decrease in reserves from $27 million to $23 million. The Board approved personnel changes including the creation and abolition of positions in human resources and IT departments. The meeting also included presentations recognizing student achievements and community engagement, but no additional procurement actions were taken.