On May 19, Salmon River Central School District voters approved the district’s proposed 2026-2027 school budget, the purchase and financing of school transportation vehicles, and elected one member to the Board of Education.

Propositions

• A $42,616,026 budget for the 2026-2027 school year that represents a 2.83% increase in spending and includes a 2% tax levy increase: 133 yes; 60 no
• Authorization to purchase and finance eight school buses at a total cost not to exceed $1,400,000 as part of the district’s long-term transportation replacement plan: 131 yes; 62 no

Board of Education election

Two candidates sought election to one open five-year Board of Education seat:

• Sarah Mitchell: 146 votes (winner)
• Krystal Lemay: 43 votes

The elected term begins July 1, 2026.

More information about the budget is available on the budget & finance web page.