Grand Island School Board News
2026
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School Board Vote - June 2026
The following are the results of the Grand Island CSD Budget Vote and Trustee Election:
Proposition No. 1 YES - 2,650 NO - 1,340
Proposition No. 2 YES - 2,529 NO - 1,423
Absentee Ballots 117
Total Voters: 4,001
School Board Meeting - June 2026
On Monday, June 8th, a tenure-retirement reception will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the large cafeteria, an executie session will take place at 6:45 p.m. in the DO Conference Room. A Public Budget Hearing will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the professional dvelopment room. A board of education meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Island High School professional dvelopment room. A finalized agenda can be found at www.grandislandschools.org.
Revised Budget Proposal Vote - June 2026
District Board of Education Approves Revised Budget Proposal for June 16.
CORRECTION: The expenses are being cut from $81,685,805 to $81,185,805 or $500,000.
Following the results of the May budget vote, the Board of Education approved a revised 2026-
27 budget proposal that will go before voters in a revote on Tuesday, June 16, 2026.
The revised proposed budget reflects a reduced tax levy increase of 1.50%, down from the
original proposed increase of 2.69%.
District officials said the revised proposal was developed in response to community feedback
received following the initial vote while continuing to prioritize student programs, services, and
overall fiscal responsibility. "We heard the concerns expressed by our community and worked carefully to develop a revised
proposal that is more responsive to taxpayer feedback while continuing to support our students
and schools," said Superintendent Dr. Brian Graham.
The revised budget includes targeted reductions and adjustments identified through discussions
with district leadership and the Board of Education. The second budget is cut by $497,994. It
avoids classroom programs, and makes cuts to unexpected expenses including $50,000 for
equipment, $150,000 for utilities, $5,000 in supplies, and $50,000 for substitute teachers.
Additional details regarding the revised proposal, including budget adjustments and their impact,
will be shared with the community in the coming days.
There will be a public hearing on June 8. Revote Information: Date: Tuesday, June 16, 2026, Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m., Location: High School Gym. If the revised budget is not approved by voters, the district would be required to adopt a
contingent budget under New York State law.
Spcial School Board Meeting - May 2026
On Thursday, May 28th, a special Board of Education meeting will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the professional dvelopment room. A finalized agenda can be found at www.grandislandschools.org.
School Board Meeting - May 2026
On Monday, May 11th, a budget hearing will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the professional dvelopment room. A board of education meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Island High School professional dvelopment room. A finalized agenda can be found at www.grandislandschools.org.
School Board Meeting - April 2026
On Tuesday, April 21st, an executive session will take place at 5:00 p.m. in the DO Conference Room. A board of education meeting will take place at 5:30 p.m. in the Grand Island High School professional dvelopment room. A finalized agenda can be found at www.grandislandschools.org.
School Board Meeting - March 2026
On Monday, March 23rd, an executive session will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the DO Conference Room. A board of education meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Island High School professional dvelopment room. A finalized agenda can be found at www.grandislandschools.org.
School Board Meeting - March 2026
On Monday, March 9th, an executive session will take place at 7:00 p.m. in the DO Conference Room. A board of education meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Island High School professional dvelopment room. A finalized agenda can be found at www.grandislandschools.org. The meeting will be recorded.
GICSD Budget Planning Timeline - January 2026
Grand Island, NY — The Grand Island Board of Education has officially begun the school
budget planning process for the 2026–2027 academic year. As part of this annual process, the
Board is encouraging District residents to take an active role by attending public budget
meetings and learning more about the District’s operations and educational programs.
The 2026–2027 budget planning timeline was adopted at the January 5, 2026 Board of
Education meeting and includes multiple opportunities for community input and engagement.
2026-2027 Budget Planning Timeline.
School Board Meeting - January 2026
A building tour of Veronica Connor Middle School will take place Monday, January 5 at 6:30 p.m.An executive session will take place at 7:00 p.m. A board of education meeting will take place at 7:30 p.m. in the Grand Island High School professional dvelopment room. A finalized agenda can be found at www.grandislandschools.org. The meeting will be recorded.
