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Sayville board advances $105.7 million budget with 2.317% tax‑levy increase; officials warn of reserve use
Summary
The Sayville Union Free School District presented a proposed $105,676,793 budget with a 2.317% tax‑levy increase (an estimated levy rise of $1,527,272). Administrators said the plan preserves programs while using reserves and replacing capital needs; parents pressed the board to restore kindergarten aide hours and protect special‑education services.
The Sayville Union Free School District Board of Education held a public budget hearing in which administrators presented a proposed 2025–26 budget of $105,676,793 and said the district will seek the maximum allowable tax levy increase of 2.317 percent, an estimated levy increase of $1,527,272 over 2024–25.
Superintendent/business official (presentation) described the three‑part budget format and said the proposal aims to sustain programs while beginning to rebuild reserves after heavy use in recent years. The administration identified an appropriated fund balance of $5,494,070 and listed transfers to a capital fund, including a $1,000,000 allocation for secondary‑school bathroom renovations.
Officials said the board will not exceed the state cap and that, under…
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