The approved budget also takes into account a rise in enrollment to levels consistent with those of October 2019, with 5,716 students. The budget allocates $69,968,201.16 for educational programs, which is 43% of the budget, and $23,962,266 for employee benefits, accounting for 15%. Maintenance and facilities will receive $6,676,119.90, representing 10% of the budget. The administration, capital outlay, and charter school payments each account for about 7% of the budget.

The meeting included a detailed presentation of the budget, highlighting various components including appropriations for educational programs, administration, maintenance and facilities, transportation, employee benefits, capital outlay, adult school programs, and charter school payments. Discussions also touched upon the district’s ongoing underfunding issues, even with the recent increases in aid.

An anonymous question raised during the meeting addressed the need for a tax levy increase despite the $12 million increment in state aid. The response provided was that the growth in student enrollment necessitates a reserve of funds for future demands and potential projects. Additionally, there was a discussion regarding the unpredictability of health insurance costs and state aid, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy surplus.