NFCSD Board of Education Meeting - 4/16/2026

The NFCSD Board of Education held a work session on April 16, 2026, primarily focused on reviewing and discussing the upcoming school district budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The board was presented with a proposed budget totaling approximately $211.26 million, which includes a 2.75% increase in foundation aid and a 4% increase in expenditures driven by rising costs such as health insurance, BOCES services, and utilities. To address a significant budget gap, the district plans to use a combination of reserve funds (about $8 million) and reductions through attrition and retirements (about $2 million), while maintaining the current tax levy without increases. The board also reviewed the property tax report card, which must be submitted by April 24, and discussed the implications of a potential contingency budget if the proposed budget is not approved by voters on May 19. Additionally, the meeting covered contract approvals including a bid for printing and distribution of the district's public newsletter and a contract related to a generator upgrade at LaSalle Prep School, which will be reimbursed at 98% by the state. The board also addressed audit findings related to the use of American Rescue Funds and nonpublic school services during the COVID-19 pandemic. The session concluded with a motion to enter executive session to discuss sensitive pending litigation involving child victim cases.