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Hainesport Board approves 2026–27 school budget; public urges more paraprofessionals
Summary
The Hainesport Township Board of Education adopted its 2026–27 school budget and authorized submission of tax form A4F. Public commenters urged the board to add full‑time paraprofessionals and noted concerns about rising healthcare costs and nurse coverage for next year.
The Hainesport Township Board of Education on May 5 approved the district’s 2026–27 school budget and authorized submission of Tax Form A4F to the township tax assessor’s office.
Business Administrator Jake Bryson presented the budget and invited public comment. Sam Loveman of the Hainesport Township Committee encouraged community cooperation between the township and the schools and commended the board for its work while noting rising healthcare costs in other public entities. Member of the public Mackenzie Tansey asked whether additional paraprofessionals would be hired through Brett DiNovi & Associates.
Board President Bianca Cuniglio moved the adoption of the budget; the motion passed by roll call, recorded in the minutes as "Motion Carries." The transcript does not provide a complete, legible tally for yes/no votes in the public record. The board’s action authorizes the administration to finalize tax‑form submission with local taxing authorities.
Why it matters: The district budget affects staffing, programs and capital priorities for the coming school year and frames negotiations and planning for personnel costs, including healthcare and paraprofessional staffing levels. Members of the public urged the board to prioritize more full‑time paraprofessionals during budget implementation and contract renewals.
Next steps: With board approval, the administration will file required paperwork with the township tax assessor and proceed with the budget’s operational implementation. Any subsequent staffing changes will follow the district hiring process and applicable collective bargaining procedures.
