Lewiston Public Schools School Committee Budget Workshop 4/15/2026

The Lewiston Public Schools School Committee held a budget workshop on April 15, 2026, focusing on reviewing and discussing the proposed school budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The meeting involved detailed deliberations on potential budget reductions and additions, including staffing changes such as reductions in administrative positions, coaching roles, librarians, and student support specialists. Committee members debated the impact of these cuts on educational services, student safety, and extracurricular programs, with some advocating for deep cuts to ensure budget passage and others emphasizing the importance of maintaining key support roles. The superintendent provided estimates on budget savings and explained the inclusion of proposed additions in the total budget ask. The committee also discussed the implications of property revaluation on local tax rates and the possibility of phasing in the revaluation. No formal votes were taken during this workshop; however, members expressed intentions to continue discussions and aim for a final budget vote in a subsequent meeting. The workshop highlighted the challenges of balancing fiscal responsibility with maintaining essential educational and support services.