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East Brunswick board presents balanced 2027 budget with 6.16% tax increase; public hearing set for May 7
Summary
Board and administrators presented a balanced 2027 budget that closes a projected multi‑million dollar shortfall with fee increases, program/position adjustments and contract savings; the proposal includes a 6.16% tax levy increase and will go to a public hearing and final adoption on May 7.
The East Brunswick Board of Education reviewed a proposed 2027 budget on April 23 that administrators say closes an earlier projected $5.5 million shortfall and yields a balanced plan, with a 6.16% estimated tax levy increase and a package of fees, contract savings and staffing adjustments.
"As of today, we have a balanced budget," said Joe, the district administrator who presented the finance slides, summarizing prior reductions of about $600,000 and $1 million and the latest recommendations to close the remainder of the gap. The administration said the plan relies on a mix of new fees (clubs, athletics), vendor savings and several staffing changes.
Under the packet discussed,…
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