Board of Education Meeting August 11, 2026

The Hamburg Central School District Board of Education held a meeting on August 11, 2026, where they addressed various district matters including capital improvement projects, budget approvals, and contract awards. The board received updates on ongoing construction work at Union Pleasant, including change orders and cost savings related to roofing and lighting. They approved the 2026-2027 tax warrant totaling $46,118,245 and authorized a SEQRA negative declaration for the proposed sale of district property on Legion Drive. Several contracts were approved, including agreements for fall services with Lori Leon, the Parent Network of Western New York, and Christine Ryan OTR/L. The board also discussed forming a committee to develop a board handbook and onboarding program to support new members. Additionally, the board approved a school resource officer agreement effective through June 30, 2028. Budget transfers and financial oversight were also topics of discussion, with attention to reserve funds and audit timelines. Public comments included updates from the school music boosters and concerns about facility usage and associated costs. Overall, the meeting focused on advancing district projects, financial management, and governance improvements.