On Tuesday, May 21, Mohonasen voters will head to the polls to decide on a proposed $67.8 million budget for the 2024-25 school year. The budget proposal includes a tax levy increase of 1.84%, which is at the district’s state-mandated limit. As a result, a simple majority of voters is needed for it to be approved.
Voting will take place in the Mohonasen High School Gym from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21.
The proposed spending plan represents an increase of $3.36 million, or 5.20%, over the current year. The district remains committed to providing a high-quality education and resources for all students.
The proposed budget includes provisions for maintaining all student programs and activities, and continues Mohonasen’s priority of lower class size targets for grades K-6.
The budget also supports the District’s commitment to student mental health. This includes expanding the number of social workers, by turning the current part-time post at Bradt Elementary into a full-time position. The District is also expanding its partnership with Northern Rivers by bringing in an elementary-level clinician, adding to the two secondary clinicians.
You can find a more detailed breakdown in the 2024-25 Budget Newsletter
Also on the ballot
Board of Education Election: Three Open Seats
- Residents will elect three candidates to the Board of Education for a three-year term. The candidates are: Ericka Montagino, Theodore Perretta and Nicholas Giardono.
- You can listen to the Meet the Candidates starting at 36:11, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh6JY-jyAyU
Bus Purchase Proposition
- Purchase four 70-passenger full-sized buses for $760,000. The bus proposition will have no tax impact on residents.