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York Suburban board adopts proposed 2026–27 budget for display; recommends 4.4% tax increase
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Summary
CFO presented a 2026–27 general fund proposal showing revenue growth but continued pressures from special education, transportation and healthcare; the board approved the proposed budget for public display and advertising, including a 4.4% millage increase expected to raise about $2.0M.
The York Suburban School District board on April 20 voted to adopt the proposed 2026–27 general fund budget for public display and advertising, following an hour-plus presentation and discussion of revenue assumptions and cost pressures.
Chief financial and operations officer Mrs. Kendig presented the budget framework and reasons for a proposed 4.4% millage increase. She said revenues are projected to be roughly $2.9 million higher year over year and that the district expects to finish the current year with a deficit just under $1.1 million, although more favorable than previously forecast. She explained drivers on both sides of the ledger: local real-estate tax growth tied to development in Spring Garden Township, a one-time decrease in certain charter reimbursements last year, and an expected $328,000 phased adequacy payment tied to state action. On expenditures, she flagged a 39% increase in non-IU special-education placements, transportation contract increases, rising utilities and health-care costs.
On the tax impact, she said the 4.4% increase would generate about $2,000,185 for the district and equates to roughly $199 for a home assessed at $165,000. "The 4.4% tax increase does generate 2,000,185 dollars additional dollars for the district," she told trustees.
Board members debated alternatives, voiced concern about the tax burden and emphasized the nondiscretionary nature of many costs, particularly special education. Treasurer Mr. Desai urged transparent public review, saying that advertising now preserves public input and allows the community to comment during the required 30-day display period.
The board voted to adopt the proposed budget (the motion to advertise/display is not final adoption). The administration will post the budget for public inspection and return to the board for final adoption at the scheduled vote after the public-display period.
