5/29/2026- Regular Board of Ed

The Islip UFSD Board of Education held a regular meeting on May 29, 2026, primarily focused on discussing the school district's budget for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The board reviewed options for the tax levy increase, including a 2.22% allowable increase and a lower 1.82% increase, both requiring approximately $433,000 in budget reductions. Key procurement-related topics included the proposed $275,000 capital transfer for reconstructing a greenhouse, which affects the tax cap calculation, and alternative capital projects such as playground repairs. The board also discussed potential personnel reductions, including one dean of students and two licensed practical nurses (LPNs), as part of the budget gap closure. Additional budget considerations involved cuts to summer enrichment programs, field trips, and athletic programs, with detailed explanations of cost-saving measures. The board emphasized the consequences of a contingency budget if the proposed budgets fail, which would mandate deeper cuts dictated by state law. The meeting concluded with a motion to proceed with the budget revote scheduled for June 16, 2026, and plans to finalize capital reserve propositions for future community votes.