March 26th 2026 VCS BOE Budget Workshop

The Victor Central Schools Board of Education held a budget workshop on March 26, 2026, to discuss the 2026-2027 fiscal year budget. The administration presented updates showing a reduction in the projected budget gap from $7.6 million to approximately $6.6 million through increased state aid, staffing efficiencies, and contingency reductions. The district aims to maintain student programming and staffing levels without layoffs, while stabilizing reserves and managing rising costs, particularly health insurance premiums which are increasing by over 15%. The board discussed the importance of advocacy efforts to secure additional state aid and explored potential structural savings and contract reviews to improve fiscal sustainability. They also highlighted the impact of local sales tax differences compared to neighboring districts and the role of health insurance consortiums in managing costs. The board plans to adopt the budget in April and present it for voter approval in May, with ongoing monitoring of revenues and expenses to ensure long-term financial health.