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New Buffalo Area Schools board adopts 2026-27 budget

New Buffalo Area Schools Board of Education · May 11, 2026
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Summary

The New Buffalo Area Schools Board approved the district's 2026-27 fiscal budget after a presentation of county collaboration and budget assumptions; the approval was unanimous (all ayes).

Superintendent Adam Bowen recommended that the board adopt the 2026-27 fiscal budget, citing the district's coordination with county initiatives and budget projections presented earlier in the meeting. On a motion by Board Secretary Vanessa Thun, seconded by Board Member Lisa Werner, the board approved the budget (all ayes).

The board's approval followed a presentation from Chris Machiniak of the Berrien Regional Education Services Agencies outlining countywide efforts — including the Berrien Thrive Campaign and Berrien Dare to Achieve initiative — intended to strengthen literacy, math and student well-being. The motion to adopt the budget was recorded as carried with all present board members voting yes.