Mark your calendars for Tuesday, January 18, 7:00 pm, Music Room
Haldane is ready to get started with the budget process for 2011–12.
Superintendent Mark Villanti warned the school community last year that this year was going to be very difficult: the uncertainty of New York State aid will make the challenge to keep taxes down even more difficult. Also, as the CPI hovers around zero and housing values are flat or are decreasing, the economic climate suggests a grim forecast.
At this January 18 workshop the Board of Education will look at revenue sources and the rollover budget, and set the budget calendar. A failed budget is bad for everyone, and can force school districts to make deep cuts to valuable items. Public input as well as public support of the budget can avert disastrous cuts with prudence and planning. Voters can help ensure the best results for our school district and community by becoming involved early in the process, and this kick-off meeting is an opportune place to begin.
Public participation at the December 21 workshop about the athletic fields was very strong, and the Board will engage in follow-up discussion at this workshop as well.
A link to the draft agenda will be posted here when it becomes available, or check the Haldane School website.
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