Dear Madison Central School Community,
As we move further into the spring season, we continue one of the most important annual processes for our district: finalizing and presenting our proposed 2026-27 school budget and preparing for the Board of Education election.
As with last year’s budget process, Governor Hochul and the State Legislature have not yet passed a finalized state budget. This means we have had to make financial decisions based on estimates rather than confirmed aid figures. Nonetheless, the development of our 2026–2027 budget has remained focused on a clear objective: being responsible stewards of taxpayer resources while continuing to provide meaningful academic and extracurricular opportunities for our students. Every decision has been made with both our students’ needs and our community’s expectations in mind.
The proposed budget totals $13,935,822, representing a 2.83% increase over the current year. I am pleased to share that the proposed tax levy increase of 2.75% remains below the district’s allowable tax levy cap, reinforcing our commitment to fiscal discipline and long-term stability.
This spending plan is designed to:
- Sustain strong academic programming across all grade levels
- Continue support for extracurricular activities and athletics
- Maintain essential student services and supports
- Reflect thoughtful planning to ensure financial sustainability
In addition to the budget, residents will vote to fill three seats on the Board of Education. The candidate who submitted a petition is:
- Stephen Gorman
We encourage all members of our community to stay informed and engaged. A public budget hearing will be held on May 5, 2026 at 6:00 p.m. in the Madison Central School Auditorium. We will review the details of the proposed budget and answer any questions you may have.
The annual budget vote and Board election will take place on May 19, 2026 from 12:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at MCS. Your voice is an essential part of this process and we encourage you to participate. Also that evening is our Spring, K-2 Concert at 6:30 p.m.
Madison Central School remains committed to balancing fiscal responsibility with educational opportunity. We will continue working to ensure our students have access to the programs, supports and experiences they need to succeed—both now and in the future.
On behalf of the Board of Education, our students, faculty and staff, thank you for your continued support for MCS as we strive to move our district forward. Go Blue Devils!
In Partnership,
Jason A. Mitchell
Superintendent