Just the Facts: What to know before heading to the polls

South Glens Falls Central School District

May 17, 2026

Proposed 2025-26 school budget: what voters need to know before heading to the polls

The South Glens Falls Central School District residents will vote Tuesday, May 19, on a proposed $76,244,314 budget for the 2026–27 school year, a 2.14% increase over the current budget.

The plan includes a 2.85% tax levy increase, which is below the district’s 2.94% limit and requires only a simple majority for approval. Homeowners with a $200,000 assessment are estimated to see an annual increase of about $67.58, though final figures will be set in August.

The proposed budget maintains all current instructional programs, extracurricular activities, and student support services, including free breakfast and lunch for all students and free supplies for grades UPK–5.

Summer Enrichment programs and the Book Bus will continue despite the conclusion of RECOVS grant funding.

Vote

Tuesday, May 19,

8  a.m. to 8 p.m.

Live in the towns of Wilton or Northumberland? Vote at Ballard Elementary

Live in the town of Moreau? Vote at Tanglewood Elementary

Budget at-a-glance

  • Proposed budget: $76,244,314

  • Proposed budget increase: $1,596,872 or 2.14%

  • Proposed tax levy increase: 2.85%

Also on the ballot

  • Board of Education Election: Three individuals will be elected to three open seats. (Candidates are in order of how they will appear on the ballot) See more about the candidates on our 2026-27 BOE Candidate Information page.

    • Haley Brashears

    • William Elder

    • Nicholas Healy

Voter Eligibility

To vote in this election, you must be 18 years old, a U.S. citizen and a resident of the South Glens Falls School District for at least 30 days prior to the vote and registered with Saratoga County Board of Elections. 

Absentee and Early Mail Ballots

For an absentee or early mail ballot, residents must fill out an application. 518-793-9617, ext. 1 to obtain an application. To have a ballot mailed, the application must be received by 5 p.m. May 12. To pick up a ballot in person, the application must be received by 5 p.m. on May 18. All ballots are due by 5 p.m. on May 19.