The Malone Central School District (MCSD) Board of Education adopted a 2024-25 school budget proposal that would preserve and improve upon our instructional programs, and maintain a safe and secure environment.
The proposed budget keeps the tax levy increase to 3.0% or $418,222, which is lower than the district’s allowable limit of 5.56% as calculated under the state’s “tax cap” formula. As a result, a simple majority vote (50% plus one vote) is needed to pass.
The proposal, which the board adopted on April 7, emphasizes the focus on improving academic growth and achievement, while being respectful of community residents in these challenging economic times.
You can learn more about the proposed 2024-25 budget in a community newsletter that has been mailed to the district residents.
The annual budget vote and election will take place on May 21. Polls will be open from noon to 8:00 p.m. Absentee and early voting information can be found on the District’s Budget and Finance webpage.
Items on the ballot:
2024-25 Budget Proposition:
Malone Central School District residents will head to the polls on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, to decide on a $72,462,311 proposed budget for the 2024-25 school year.
Bus Purchase Proposition:
Residents will be asked to consider the authorization of the purchase of passenger buses and/or vans, as well as related equipment and apparatus, for approximately $725,000.
Solar Project Proposition:
Residents will be asked to authorize a feasibility study for the installation of solar photovoltaic systems at District buildings and sites. This study will determine the viability of such installations and secure a place in the grid queue. Additionally, residents will be asked to authorize the District to enter one or more energy performance contracts and/or installment purchase contracts to finance a solar project, contingent on the feasibility study's results, and associated incidental costs, with the total amount not to exceed $3,000,000.
Capital Reserve Fund Proposition:
District to establish a capital reserve fund with an anticipated term of five years and an ultimate amount of $7,500,000. This fund will be used for such capital improvements to the district’s facilities as reconstruction and renovation, roofing, asbestos abatement, heating/ventilation, masonry work and windows. Funds for this account will be obtained from the end of year budget surplus and the interest these funds accrue over the term of the capital reserve fund, as well as transfers of excess monies from Board of Education designated reserves.
Election of Board Members
Two, five-year terms on the Malone Central School District Board of Education are up for election this year. The seats, presently occupied by Philip Hans and Terrence Maguire, will become vacant as of June 30, 2024. The two candidates, in the order they will appear on the ballot, are Philip Hans and Terrence Maguire.
Polling Location:
Franklin Academy Gym Lobby at 42 Husky Lane, Malone, NY 12953. Polls will be open from noon to 8 p.m.