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Education

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$14,568,211, a 3.7% increase from the current $14,048,403.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.61% increase, from $12,346,463 to $12,668,924. This is equal to the district’s 2.61% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes average salary increases of 4.25% for teacher pay. No staff reductions are proposed.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Propositions</h3> 
<p>The district is seeking voter approval to spend $179,000 from capital reserves for a new school bus. Another proposition asks voters to increase the length of terms for the board of education from three to five years. If approved, the change would take effect in 2027.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>Two terms are three years, the third-highest vote-getter will serve a two-year term. Vote for three, elected at-large. Incumbents Dawn Rana-Brophy, Addie Slater-Davison and Joseph Lupo are running unopposed.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>2 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Amagansett School, 320 Main St., Amagansett.</p>

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Suffolk

AMAGANSETT

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<h3><span id="cke_bm_745E" style="display: none;">&nbsp;</span><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$123,963,246, a 2.64% increase from the current $120,775,855.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>1.56% increase, from $66,964,028&nbsp;to $68,011,079. This is equal to the district’s 1.56% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 2% contractual salary increase for teachers. There are no budgeted reductions in teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are one year and three years. Vote for 4, elected at-large. The fourth-highest vote-getter serves&nbsp;a one-year term due to the resignation of a former board member. Stephannie Andrews, Wendy Canestro, Donelle M. Cronin, Angel Davenport, Michael McDonald, Christopher Papile, Cheryl Quintyne-Best and Equasia Yard-Jean are seeking seats. Incumbents Lisa Johnson, Leslie Kretz&nbsp;and Carol Seehof&nbsp;are not seeking reelection.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>7&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Northeast School, 420 Albany Ave., and Amityville Memorial High School, 250 Merrick Rd.&nbsp;</p>

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AMITYVILLE

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$66,155,485, a 2.79 % increase from the current $64,359,027.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.87% increase, from $48,830,574&nbsp;to $50,231,886. This is equal to the district’s 2.87% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>Teacher salaries are estimates subject to ongoing negotiations. There are no planned cuts to teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Propositions</h3> 
<p>Proposition 2 seeks approval to&nbsp;use $675,000 from the district’s capital reserves to repair and redesign/expand the Babylon Elementary School parking lot and remove and install a new oil tank and system at Babylon Memorial Grade School. There will be no additional cost to the tax levy.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are for three years. Vote for three, elected at-large. Incumbents Robert Verdi and Catherine Wieland are running against challengers Thomas Bruckner and Marissa Sciremammano.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>6&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. Babylon Junior-Senior High School East Gymnasium, 50 Railroad Ave.</p>

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BABYLON

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<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$180,001,342, a 4.12% increase from the current $172,880,888. </p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>3.21% increase, from $109,429,808&nbsp;to $112,944,587. This is equal to&nbsp;the district’s 3.21% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The district did not provide information on teacher salaries or positions.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>Proposition&nbsp;3&nbsp;seeks authorization from the community for Baldwin schools to utilize an amount not to exceed $8.3 million from the Capital Reserve Fund to support upgrades to elementary kitchens and cafeterias.</p> 
<p>Proposition 4 seeks authorization from the community for Baldwin schools to utilize an amount not to exceed $475,000 from the Technology Reserve Fund to support technology upgrades, including new Chromebooks for third and eighth grade students, accessories such as stylus pens and cases, charging equipment and updated interactive classroom boards.</p> 
<p><strong>Candidates</strong></p> 
<p>One seat is for a three-year term and one seat is for an&nbsp;unexpired term of one year. Vote for 2.&nbsp;Incumbents Pamela Green and Katrina Smith are running unopposed. The second highest vote-getter will receive the one-year term.</p> 
<p><strong>When | Where</strong></p> 
<p>7&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Baldwin High School,&nbsp;841 Ethel T. Kloberg Dr., Baldwin.</p> 
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Nassau

BALDWIN

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$211,651,256, a 4.7% increase from the current $202,138,570.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>1.5% increase, from $122,455,841&nbsp;to $124,340,424. This is equal to the district’s 1.5% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes actual increases for teachers based on years of service. There are no plans to cut teachers, staff or programs. &nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Propositions</h3> 
<p>There are no other propositions on the budget. &nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected at-large.&nbsp;Incumbents Louis R. Bettinelli and Guy Leggio are running unopposed.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>6 a.m. to 9 p.m. Bay Shore High School Gymnasium,&nbsp;155 Third Ave.&nbsp;</p>

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BAY SHORE

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$88,387,020, a 0.85% decrease from the current $89,147,050.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.75% increase, from $62,153,623&nbsp;to $63,862,845. This exceeds the district’s -0.76% tax-cap limit.&nbsp;A 60% vote to override the allowable limit will be required.</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes no set schedule for teacher salary increases; increases are set by contract.&nbsp;There will be a reduction in staff through attrition. &nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Propositions</h3> 
<p>There are no other propositions on the ballot. &nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for two, elected by seat.&nbsp;Incumbents Michael Miller and&nbsp;Jessica Pignataro are running unopposed.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>7&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m.&nbsp;Bayport-Blue Point High School, 200 Snedecor Ave., Bayport.</p>

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BAYPORT-BLUE POINT

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<h3><span id="cke_bm_746E" style="display: none;">&nbsp;</span><span id="cke_bm_745E" style="display: none;">&nbsp;</span><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$43,308,299, a 2.69% increase from the current $42,174,160. </p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.57% increase, from $29,071,780&nbsp;to $29,818,495. This is within&nbsp;the district’s 2.61% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget does not include any&nbsp;reductions in teachers, staff or programs.&nbsp;The district did not provide information on teacher salaries.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>Proposition 2 — The district is seeking authorization to use funds from the Capital Reserve Fund — 2023&nbsp;to&nbsp;pay for heating, ventilation and air conditioning system improvements and security enhancements, including upgrading or replacing boilers and&nbsp;installation of cameras. The amount can not exceed $2.3 million.</p> 
<p><strong>Candidates</strong></p> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 1. Jay L.T. Breakstone, incumbent, is running unopposed.</p> 
<p><strong>When | Where</strong></p> 
<p>6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.&nbsp;at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center,&nbsp;2750 South&nbsp;St. Marks Ave., Bellmore.</p>

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BELLMORE

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<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$210,364,131, a 3.11% increase from the current $204,015,039. </p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.35% increase, from $136,942,329&nbsp;to $140,155,374. This is equal to the district’s 2.35%&nbsp;tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes absorption of some staff through attrition. There are no cuts to programs. Teacher pay estimates are subject to negotiations.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>Proposition 2 seeks approval to use&nbsp;$2,500,000 from the&nbsp;Capital Reserve Fund established in May 2024 for the following projects:&nbsp;elevator reconstruction;&nbsp;public address and intercom system renovations;&nbsp;masonry</p> 
<p>renovations; flooring and ceiling renovations; gymnasium partition replacement; sewage ejector system replacement; and HVAC renovations; sidewalk replacements, all at Wellington C. Mepham High School.</p> 
<p>Proposition 3 seeks approval to establish a Capital Reserve Fund to fund improvements&nbsp;including but not</p> 
<p>limited to, instructional and noninstructional space improvements/renovations/upgrades, and/or additions to existing facilities. The maximum amount will be $20,000,000, plus investment income for a likely term of 20 years.&nbsp;The funds are to be transferred from surplus money&nbsp;remaining in the general fund, capital fund, and/or in other reserves not to exceed $5,000,000 from the 2025-2026 budget and thereafter in an annual amount of not more the $5,000,000 for each remaining year of the term.</p> 
<p><strong>Candidates</strong></p> 
<p>Each of the four component elementary Boards of Education of Bellmore, North Bellmore, Merrick and North Merrick selects two members to serve on the Central High School District Board of Education.</p> 
<p><strong>When | Where</strong></p> 
<p>6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Charles A. Reinhard Early Childhood Center, 2750 South St. Marks Ave., Bellmore. (Bellmore UFSD).</p> 
<p>7 a.m. to 9 p.m.at the Merrick District Office, Katherine E. Reif Administration Center, 21 Babylon Road, Merrick. (Merrick UFSD).</p> 
<p>6 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Newbridge Road School, 1601 Newbridge Road, North Bellmore. (North Bellmore UFSD).</p> 
<p>6:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the North Merrick Library, 1691 Meadowbrook Road, North Merrick. (North Merrick UFSD).</p>

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BELLMORE-MERRICK

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<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$110,706,567, a 3.29% increase from the current $107,182,583. </p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>1.19% increase, from $72,936,701, to $73,803,617. This is equal to the district’s 1.19% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval. </p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget does not include increases in teachers salaries or reductions in staff, teachers or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>There are no propositions on the ballot.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected by seat. Incumbent Anna Israelton is running unopposed, and incumbent Cynthia Krummenacker is running unopposed.</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Bethpage High School gym,&nbsp;10 Cherry Ave.</p>

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BETHPAGE

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$727,096,955, a 5.6% increase from the current $688,525,221.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.5% increase, from $115,501,607 to $118,389,147. This is within the district’s 4.89% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 2.75% contractual increase and a 2% step increase for teachers. There are no proposed reductions in teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Propositions</h3> 
<p>Proposition 2&nbsp;authorizes transportation to students within the Child Safety Zone bounded by Pine Aire Drive / Third Avenue to the north, Stein Drive to the east, Cecil Avenue to the west and Inchcape Road to the south. This is for students who attend the Brentwood High School Freshman Campus and would be provided by the district starting in the 2026-27 school year, for an estimated annual cost of $120,519.&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Proposition 3 authorizes&nbsp;transportation to students within the Child Safety Zone,&nbsp;bounded by Jackson Street to the north, Pennsylvania Avenue to the east, Eisenhower Avenue to the west and Suffolk Avenue to the south. This is for&nbsp;students who attend Brentwood High School and would&nbsp;be provided by the district starting in the 2026-27 school year, for an estimated annual cost of $843,634.&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Approval of either proposition would not affect the tax levy.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for two, elected by seat. Incumbent Brandon Garcia&nbsp;is running against&nbsp;Carlos Gomez and Thomas Wilson. Incumbent Eileen Harman is running against Dawn Forde.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>8 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at&nbsp;Hemlock Park Elementary School, 19 Hemlock Dr.;&nbsp;Oak Park Elementary School,&nbsp;775 Wisconsin Ave.;&nbsp;and Southwest Elementary School, 1095 Joselson Ave., all in Bay Shore; Laurel Park Elementary School, 48 Swan Place;&nbsp;Loretta Park Elementary School,&nbsp;77 Stahley St.; North Elementary School,&nbsp;50 W. White St.;&nbsp;Gail E. Kirkham Northeast Elementary School,&nbsp;2 Devon Rd.;&nbsp;Pine Park Elementary School, 1 Mur Place; and&nbsp;Frank J. Cannon Southeast Elementary School,&nbsp;1 Melody Lane, all in Brentwood.&nbsp;</p>

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BRENTWOOD

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$23,876,426, a 1.60% increase from the current $23,499,778.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.73% increase, from $19,549,049&nbsp;to $20,083,531. This is equal to the district’s 2.73% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The district did not provide information on teacher salaries or positions, saying only that there are “estimates&nbsp;subject to negotiations currently underway.”&nbsp;The proposed budget includes no reductions in teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2,&nbsp;elected at-large. Incumbent Kathleen McCleland is running against&nbsp;Robert Albertson and Jenna Solis. Incumbent Markanthony Verzosa is not seeking reelection.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>2 p.m. to 8&nbsp;p.m. at the Bridgehampton School gymnasium,&nbsp;2685 Montauk Hwy.</p>

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BRIDGEHAMPTON

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<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$60,127,845, a 2.45% increase from the current $58,689,234.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.32% increase, from $47,782,758 to $48,893,575. This is equal to the district’s 2.32% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval. </p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 1% increase and 2% step increase&nbsp;in teacher salaries.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>There are no propositions on the ballot.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are 2 and 3&nbsp;years. Vote for 3, elected at-large. Incumbent Vanessa Dong-Monaco, incumbent&nbsp;Kathleen Reardon, Christine Aguilar, Viki Santos Brenner, Kimberly Ribarich and Guarav Singh.&nbsp;The third-highest vote-getter will receive a two-year term caused by the resignation of board member Lawrence F. Zaino, Jr.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>6 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Carle Place Middle/High School at&nbsp;168 Cherry Lane, Carle Place.</p>

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CARLE PLACE

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$56,193,689, a 1.69% increase from the current $55,257,281.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.93% increase, from $27,067,323&nbsp;to $27,859,781. This is equal to the district’s 2.93% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The district did not provide information on teacher salaries. The proposed budget includes a reduction in 1&nbsp;teacher position in the Foreign Language in the Elementary School (FLES) program.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected at-large. Incumbents Dawn DiPeri&nbsp;and Thomasina Harrell are running against&nbsp;Richard Raupp.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>7 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Center Moriches High School library,&nbsp;311 Frowein Rd.&nbsp;</p>

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CENTER MORICHES

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$316,732,594, a 5.05% increase from the current $301,498,985.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>0.04% decrease, from $94,438,632&nbsp;to $94,398,356. This is within the district’s 0.04% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes step increases for teachers&nbsp;that average 3%. The budget does not include reductions in teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 3, elected at-large. Incumbents Ralph Delgado and Michele Harriott are running against Jessia Banda, Mark Hunter, Leida Morales and Jeffrey Rosado. Incumbent Jim Musumeci is not seeking reelection.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>9&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at the Alfano Elementary School gym,&nbsp;50 Wheeler Rd.</p>

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CENTRAL ISLIP

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<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$83,952,407, a 2.41% increase from the current $81,976,259. </p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.69% increase, from $71,922,549 to $73,857,674. This is within the district’s 3.4% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>Pay increases for teachers are under negotiation. The proposed budget does not call for reductions of teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 3, elected at-large.&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Kate DelliCarpini (incumbent), Lisa Smith (incumbent), William Wollman (incumbent), Scott Kaufman and Mary Redden</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>&nbsp;6 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Cold Spring Harbor Junior/Senior High School, Ralph Whitney Field House, 82 Turkey Lane, Cold Spring Harbor, NY.</p>

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COLD SPRING HARBOR

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$234,638,883, a 0.69% increase from the current $233,035,125.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.03% increase, from $159,259,963 to $162,489,599. This is equal to the district’s 2.03% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 1.5% salary increase for teachers, plus an unspecified step increase. The district said the budget “reflects thoughtful efficiencies and strategic staffing adjustments.”&nbsp;There are no budgeted reductions to programs or services.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Propositions</h3> 
<p>A proposition seeks to allow school board members to be selected at-large,&nbsp;so the top vote getters are elected to the board rather than being elected by seat, where votes are cast for specific candidates running for specific seats.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected by seat.&nbsp; Incumbent William Hender is running unopposed. John Murray is running unopposed for the seat of incumbent Sue Hermer,&nbsp;who is not seeking reelection.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>6&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Commack High School, 1 Scholar Lane, and at Commack Middle School,&nbsp;700 Vanderbilt Pkwy.&nbsp;</p>

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COMMACK

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$122,134,093, a 4.7% increase from the current $116,575,347.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2% increase, from $64,804,068 to $66,105,473. This is within&nbsp;the district’s 2.9% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes the reduction of two fulltime equivalent teaching positions due to enrollment declines. Teacher salaries are estimates subject to negotiations.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are one and three years. Vote for 3, elected at-large. Incumbents Francisca Alabau and&nbsp;James Sanchez&nbsp;are running for reelection against Sara Feretic, Lisa Molinelli and Ronald Oldenborg.</p> 
<p>The third-highest vote-getter&nbsp;will serve&nbsp;a one-year term due to&nbsp;last year’s resignation of board member Corey Prinz.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>9 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Comsewogue High School, 565 N Bicycle Path, Port Jefferson Station.</p>

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COMSEWOGUE

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$230,328,468, a 0.55% increase from the current $229,058,920.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.12% increase, from $145,707,696 to $148,790,217. This is equal to the district’s 2.12% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes the discontinuation of the High School Academy program, with students receiving enhanced support services within the school.&nbsp;It also includes the elimination of 5&nbsp;full-time teaching positions, 4&nbsp;part-time teaching positions, 2&nbsp;administrator positions and 2&nbsp;non-instructional supervisory positions.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2,&nbsp;elected at-large. Incumbents Jacquelyn DiLorenzo&nbsp;and April Iannitelli are running against&nbsp;Edward Barry, Jennie Keddy and Jaclyn Napolitano-Furno.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>8 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at&nbsp;Connetquot High School, 190 7th St., Bohemia; Ronkonkoma Middle School,&nbsp;501 Peconic St., Ronkonkoma;&nbsp;and Oakdale-Bohemia Middle School,&nbsp;60 Oakdale-Bohemia Rd., Oakdale.&nbsp;</p>

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CONNETQUOT

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$199,472,437, a 6.79% increase from the current $186,785,416.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.71% increase, from $71,664,000 to $73,604,235. This is equal to&nbsp;the district’s 2.71% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 4.65% increase in&nbsp;teacher salaries,&nbsp;comprised of a 2% contract increase and a 2.65% step increase. There are no proposed reductions in teacher and staff positions or programs.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected by seat. Incumbents&nbsp;Brian J. Sales and Ledy Torres are running unopposed.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>10 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Deauville Gardens East Elementary School, 45, Waldo St.</p>

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COPIAGUE

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<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$161,317,243, a 5.22% increase from the current $153,320,108</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.12% increase, from $80,887,169 to $82,604,050. This is equal to the district’s 2.12% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a .75% contractual increase in&nbsp;teacher salaries,&nbsp;plus a 2.25% step increase.&nbsp;It also calls for staff reductions of 2.5 full-time equivalent teachers due to a decrease in enrollment.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected by seat.&nbsp;Alicia Freda is running unopposed for the seat of incumbent Al Centamore, who is not seeking reelection.&nbsp;Andrew Reina and Valerie St. Bernard are running for the seat of incumbent Donna Gulli Grunseich,&nbsp;who is not seeking reelection</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>7 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at the Deer Park High School gymnasium,&nbsp;1 Falcon Place.</p>

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DEER PARK

AIAudio - DEER PARK


<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$89,924,342, a 2.02% increase from the current $88,140,847.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.22% increase, from $65,677,860 to $67,138,585. This is equal to the district’s 2.22% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The budget includes actual increases in teacher salaries, which vary by time in the district. There are no budgeted cuts to staff or programs.</p> 
<h3>Propositions</h3> 
<p>Proposition 1 provides for capital improvements at all three schools, totaling $63,964,974.&nbsp;Approval would not affect the tax levy.</p> 
<p>Proposition 2 seeks $45,680,000 for construction of an indoor pool at East Hampton High School.&nbsp;Approval would increase taxes on an average home by&nbsp;$203.26.</p> 
<p>Proposition 3 seeks $18,535,000 to build indoor athletic space, with a basketball court and an&nbsp;indoor turf practice field, at East Hampton High School.&nbsp;Approval would increase taxes on an average home by&nbsp;$82.53.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three&nbsp;years. Vote for 2, elected at-large. Incumbents Emily Agnello and John Ryan Sr. are running against Kimberly Royal.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>1 p.m. to 8&nbsp;p.m. at the Board of Education Room, 4 Long Lane.</p>

VGEASTHAMPTON260517

EAST HAMPTON

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$132,460,346, a 2.41% increase from the current $129,344,148.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>1.86% increase, from $77,602,182 to $79,046,769. This is equal to the district’s 1.86% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 1.25% actual salary increase for teachers, plus a step increase. It does include reductions in teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Propositions</h3> 
<p>Proposition 2&nbsp;seeks authorization to expend the capital reserve, not to exceed&nbsp;$1.4 million from the Capital Reserve Fund established on May 17, 2016,&nbsp;for the purchase and installation of permanent power generators at East Islip High School and Timber Point Elementary School.</p> 
<p>Proposition 3 seeks authorization to transfer no more than $1.8 million from the Capital Reserve Fund established May 17, 2016, to the Capital Reserve Fund&nbsp;established May 21, 2024. Funds will be used for masonry renovation, upgrades to plumbing, electrical, mechanical, technology, telecommunications and PA systems, flooring upgrades,&nbsp;abatement of hazardous material and other repairs and improvements.&nbsp;</p> 
<p>Approval of either proposition would not affect the tax levy.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected by seat. Incumbents Jessica Ciampi and Christopher Zachry are running unopposed.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>6&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at the Early Childhood Center, 1 Craig B. Gariepy Ave., Islip Terrace.</p>

VGEASTISLIP260517

EAST ISLIP

AIAudio - EAST ISLIP


<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$286,776,667, a 5.71% increase from the current $271,288,003. </p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.86% increase, from $161,477,253&nbsp;to $166,103,024. This is equal to&nbsp;the district’s 2.86% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p><strong>The proposed budget does not include actual increases in teacher salaries, salary freezes or reductions to jobs.</strong></p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p><strong>No school related referendums, propositions or bond issues will appear on the ballot.</strong></p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three&nbsp;years. Vote for 2, elected at-large. Incumbent David Carl and incumbent Jessica Ricco-Simeone are running unopposed.</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>7 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Barnum Woods Elementary school at&nbsp;500 May Lane and&nbsp;Parkway Elementary School at 465 Bellmore Rd in East Meadow. Bowling Green&nbsp;Elementary School at&nbsp;2340 Stewart Ave, Westbury.&nbsp;</p>

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EAST MEADOW

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$33,774,430, a 3.30% increase from the current $32,695,278.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.42% increase, from $22,538,629 to $23,082,937. This is equal to the district’s 2.42% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes “estimates subject to negotiation later this year” for teacher salaries. It includes no budgeted reductions in teachers, staff or programs. &nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are&nbsp;three years. Vote for 1, elected at-large. Samantha Scaturro is running unopposed. Incumbent Michael Griffin is running unopposed.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>1&nbsp;p.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at East Moriches Elementary School, 523 Montauk Hwy.</p>

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EAST MORICHES

AIAudio - EAST MORICHES


<h3>Spending</h3> 
<p>$33,310,072, a 3.06% increase from the current $32,321,141.</p> 
<h3>Tax levy</h3> 
<p>A 2.98% increase, from $26,662,301 to $27,455,953. This is equal to the district’s 2.98% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 1.75% increase in teacher salaries. It does not include reductions in teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3>Propositions</h3> 
<p>Proposition 1 seeks to bond for $4,676,910&nbsp;for infrastructure related to roofing, a generator, heating and cooling&nbsp;and solar panels.</p> 
<p>Approval would not affect the tax levy.</p> 
<h3>Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected at-large. Mark Carlson, Christine Grant and Fallon Moscicki are running for seats. Incumbents Kristin Jankowski and Kristina LoRusso are not seeking reelection.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at East Quogue Elementary School, 6 Central Ave.</p>

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EAST QUOGUE

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<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$49,244,884 a 4.84% increase from the current $46,971,833.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.69% increase, from $34,053,076 to $34,969,104. This is within&nbsp;the district’s 2.94% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 1.25% contract increase and about a 1.8% step increase. cq</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>A proposition seeks approval for up to $1.6 million from&nbsp;reserves&nbsp;for capital improvement projects,&nbsp;including for the middle school roof,&nbsp;the junior/senior high school facade and its&nbsp;athletic complex HVAC system.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected at-large. Incumbent Aspasia Lonergan and Elizabeth Curtis are running unopposed. Incumbent&nbsp;Dineen Cilluffo is not seeking re-election&nbsp;</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>7 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at East Rockaway Jr/Sr&nbsp;High School at 443 Ocean Avenue, East Rockaway.</p>

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EAST ROCKAWAY

AIAudio - EAST ROCKAWAY


<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$74,281,480, a 2.53% increase from the current $72,451, 803.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.08% increase, from $62,879,954&nbsp;to $64,190,885. This is equal to the district’s 2.08% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval. </p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes a 1.5% increase to the teachers' contract and a<strong> </strong>1.4% increase to step.&nbsp; The proposed budget calls for the reduction of one instructional FTE.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>A proposition seeks approval to expend $3,191,690 plus accrued interest from the Capital Reserve Fund for building renovations and upgrades.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three&nbsp;years. Vote for 1, elected by seat. Incumbent Mark Kamberg&nbsp;is running unopposed.</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>7 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at The Wheatley School gymnasium at 1 Bacon Road, Old Westbury.</p>

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EAST WILLISTON

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$122,931,579, a 3.14% increase from the current $119,194,650.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>3.54% increase, from $66,667,240&nbsp;to $69,030,547. This is equal to&nbsp;the district’s 3.54% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The budget includes a 1.5% increase in teacher salaries.&nbsp;The average step increase is 1.99%. There is no reduction in teachers, staff or programs.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2. Incumbents Jeffrey Goldhammer and Joseph Sammarco are running unopposed.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>6 a.m. to 9 p.m.&nbsp;at Eastport-South Manor Junior-Senior High School,&nbsp;543 Moriches-Middle Island Rd., Manorville.</p>

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EASTPORT-SOUTH MANOR

AIAudio - EASTPORT-SOUTH MANOR


<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$118,734,289, a 3.00% increase from the current $115,229,832. </p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>1.99% increase, from $59,468,295 to $60,651,714. This is within the district’s 3.4% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.</p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The district is currently engaged in negotiations.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>None.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected by seat. Incumbent Tiffany Capers is being challenged by Rashal Mahamud; incumbent Angel Ramos is being challenged by Moshiur R. Khondokar.</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>6&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Alden Terrace School, 1835 Central Avenue, Valley Stream; Clara H. Carlson School, 235 Belmont Boulevard, Elmont; Covert Avenue School, 144, Covert Avenue, Elmont; Dutch Broadway School, 1880 Dutch Broadway, Elmont; Gotham Avenue School, 181 Gotham Avenue, Elmont; Stewart Manor School, 38 Stewart Avenue, Stewart Manor; and, Elmont Road District Headquarters, 135 Elmont Road, Elmont.</p>

VGELMONT260517

ELMONT

AIAudio - ELMONT


<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$80,042,789, a 1.88% increase from the current $78,566,259.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>2.97% increase, from $54,545,732 to $56,167,159. This is equal to the district’s 2.97% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes 2% actual salary increases for teachers, plus step increases.&nbsp;</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Propositions</h3> 
<p>A proposition seeks approval to spend $350,000 from the Capital Reserve Fund for&nbsp;projects to enhance safety and security,&nbsp;including installation of a door ajar alarm system at Elwood-John H. Glenn High School, Elwood Middle School, James H. Boyd Intermediate School&nbsp;and Harley Avenue Primary School; the purchase of a districtwide vehicle for the maintenance department; and&nbsp;installation of lacrosse netting at the Elwood-John H. Glenn High School football field. Approval would not&nbsp;increase the tax levy.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three&nbsp;years. Vote for 2, elected at-large. Incumbent Tom Scarola is running against Patricia Haack and Vashmir Pascal-Turner.&nbsp;Incumbent Sara Siddiqui&nbsp;is not seeking reelection</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>6 a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Elwood Middle School,&nbsp;100 Kenneth Ave., Greenlawn.</p>

VGELWOOD260517

Budget Failed

ELWOOD

AIAudio - ELWOOD


<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$212,622,704,&nbsp;a 3.19% increase from the current $206,042,592.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>2.48% increase, from $143,632,984 to $147,199,617. This is equal to<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 0, 0.3);"> </span>the district’s 2.48% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.<span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 0, 0.3);">&nbsp;</span></p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget does not provide for the addition of teachers, staff or programs — but the district does not anticipate staffing or programs cuts, either.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>None.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three&nbsp;years. Vote for 2, elected at-large, with Patrick Walsh and incumbent Dawn Luisi running unopposed; incumbent Ralph Morales is not seeking re-election.</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>6&nbsp;a.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at the Weldon E. Howitt Middle School Aquatic Center, 70 Van Cott Avenue, Farmingdale.</p>

VGFARMINGDALE260517

FARMINGDALE

AIAudio - FARMINGDALE


<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$6,840,129, a 1.66% increase from the current $6,728,125.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>1.37% increase, from $5,317,336&nbsp;to $5,390,287. This is within the district’s&nbsp;4.30% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes actual contractual salary increases for teachers of 1.5%. Step increases vary per&nbsp;contract.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected at-large.Incumbents Judi Phelan and Marisa Wyckoff&nbsp;are running unopposed.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>3 p.m. to 9&nbsp;p.m. at Woodhull School,&nbsp;75 Surf Rd., Ocean Beach.</p>

VGFIREISLAND260517

FIRE ISLAND

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<h3>Spending&nbsp;</h3> 
<p>$4,819,700, a 10.14% increase from the current $4,376,221.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Tax levy</h3> 
<p>11.17% increase, from $3,894,479&nbsp;to $4,329,515. This is equal to&nbsp;the district’s 11.17% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval.</p> 
<h3>Teacher pay, jobs</h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes 2.5% increases in teacher salaries. The budget does not include any new programs or staffing changes.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0">Candidates</h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 2, elected at-large.&nbsp;Incumbents Rosanna Anderson and Elizabeth Cashel are running against Nikole Aiello and Krystal Wood.</p> 
<h3>When | Where</h3> 
<p>2 p.m. to 8&nbsp;p.m. at Fishers Island Community Center, 66 Hound Lane.</p>

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<p><strong>Spending</strong></p> 
<p>$41,895,636, a 3.81% increase from the current $40,359,720. </p> 
<p><strong>Tax levy</strong></p> 
<p>1.93% increase, from $28,031,118 to $28,571,441. This is equal to the district’s 1.93% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval. </p> 
<p><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></p> 
<p>The proposed budget includes salary increase, though the district said final percentages cannot be specified until negotiations are complete. Staffing levels will not decrease.</p> 
<p><strong>Propositions</strong></p> 
<p>None.</p> 
<p><strong>Candidates</strong></p> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 1, elected by seat. Jaqueline Klein and Jen Wesolowski are running for the seat of incumbent Laura Trentacoste, who is not seeking reelection.</p> 
<p><strong>When | Where</strong></p> 
<p>7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Floral Park-Bellerose Elementary School, 2 Larch Avenue, Floral Park; and, John Lewis Childs Elementary School, 2 Elizabeth Street, Floral Park.</p>

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<h3><strong>Spending&nbsp;</strong></h3> 
<p>$54,028,509, a 4.31% increase from the current $51,796,283. </p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Tax levy</strong></h3> 
<p>3.34% increase, from $32,541,407 to $33,629,257. This is equal to the district’s 3.34% tax-cap limit, requiring a simple majority vote for approval. </p> 
<h3><strong>Teacher pay, jobs</strong></h3> 
<p>The proposed budget includes teacher contract increases equaling 2%, with step increases varying by step. The proposed budget does not include reductions in teachers, staff or programs.</p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Propositions</strong></h3> 
<p>Proposition 3 seeks approval to expend $621,535 from Capital Reserve A and B for EPC<strong> </strong>improvements<strong>.</strong></p> 
<h3 data-atex-currentstyle="" data-atex-mc="0" data-atex-pstyle="" data-atex-tagstart="0"><strong>Candidates</strong></h3> 
<p>The terms are three years. Vote for 1, elected by seat. Patrick Amato is running unopposed. Incumbent William Leder&nbsp;is not seeking reelection.</p> 
<h3><strong>When | Where</strong></h3> 
<p>8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Washington Street School, 760 Washington Street;&nbsp;John Street School, 560 Nassau Blvd;&nbsp;and Polk Street School, 960 Polk Ave.</p>

Voters Guide: 2026 Long Island school board elections and budget vote

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