Jamesville-Dewitt Csd Board Of Education Meeting
The meeting focused on the FY 2026-27 Budget Update. Key discussion points included the New York State (NYS) Budget Update, outlining timelines based on the Governor's addresses and budget proposals, and the Jamesville-Dewitt (JD) Budget Update. Discussions covered key expense drivers such as contractual increases, estimated rates for TRS and ERS, significant increases in Health Insurance premiums and Utilities, and a decrease in Workers' Compensation costs. Specific budget areas reviewed included Central Office factors, Facilities & Security, and Transportation. A Bus Proposition was detailed, seeking approval for five new buses at an estimated cost of $837,993 to replace older vehicles. The propositions section listed the Annual Budget, the purchase of school buses, the Annual Appropriation for the Community Library ($1,688,580), and elections for three Board of Education seats. The document also listed the Budget Calendar Key Dates leading up to the budget adoption on April 20, 2026, and the Budget Vote on May 19, 2026.