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Yorktown Central School District proposes 2.11% tax-rate increase in 2026–27 budget
Summary
The district presented a 2026–27 budget proposal that keeps existing programs intact while proposing a 2.11% tax-rate increase in the town of Yorktown. Officials said the plan remains within the tax levy cap and balances anticipated staffing and program needs amid enrollment uncertainty.
A budget presentation for the Yorktown Central School District outlined a proposed 2026–27 spending plan that the district says would keep current programs operating while prompting a 2.11% tax-rate increase in the town of Yorktown.
The presenter, a district staff member, told the board the proposal reflects months of internal meetings since December and aims to balance "a profound sensitivity to taxpayers" with student needs. The district serves more than 3,400 students and the presenter repeatedly framed the budget around supporting the "whole child," citing academics, athletics and arts programs.
The plan would keep universal prekindergarten available to all district residents whose child turns four on or before Dec. 1 and would retain existing programs such as science research, honors and AP options. The presenter said the district will accept a…
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