Public Hearing 5-12-26

The Jericho Schools Public Hearing held on May 12, 2026, focused primarily on the upcoming school district budget and related propositions. Superintendent Dr. Robert Kravis expressed enthusiasm about the district's progress and introduced the budget discussion. The budget newsletter and notices highlighted a 2.83% increase in expenditures, with a tax levy cap set at 1.84% due to additional building aid. Proposition one involves voter approval of this budget. The district also plans capital improvement projects totaling $4.7 million, supported by an annual allocation of $1.275 million. Proposition three proposes establishing a new capital reserve fund to finance future capital projects. Additionally, the Jericho Public Library presented its budget proposal of approximately $6.1 million, reflecting a 3.5% increase, which is proposition four on the ballot. The meeting included information on budget transparency and resources available to the public, but no specific contract awards or vendor selections were discussed.