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District sees predicted foundation‑aid increase but warns of steep electric rate hikes from NYPA
Summary
Superintendent and finance staff reported a significant increase in New York state foundation aid in the governor’s proposed budget while also warning that the New York Power Authority’s proposed rate scenarios could raise district electric costs by roughly $100,000 next year under a 37% increase model.
District officials said the governor’s proposed budget would raise the district’s foundation aid estimate — the unrestricted state funding districts use at their discretion — to the highest level they have seen during recent budgeting cycles. Administrators said the increase reflects updated census data (2020) and changes incorporated into the executive budget, and they cautioned the state budget is not final until legislative action in April.
At the same time, the administration told the board the district faces substantial electric rate pressure from its contract with the New York Power…
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