Capital Region 2022 School Board Elections

Highlighted is UNOFFCIAL Results

 Menands voters approve $10.8 million budget, elect two board members

On May 17, Menands Union Free School District residents approved the district’s $10,821,622
million budget proposal and elected two board of education members.

Voters approved:

● A $10,821,622 budget for the 2022-23 school year that increases spending by $545,987
(5.31%) from the current year and carries a 2.9% tax levy increase: 165 yes; 33 no;

● Authorization to adjust the Board of Education term length from five to four years: 172 yes;
24 no;

● Authorization to establish a capital reserve fund: 169 yes; 22 no;

● The election of Elangovan Raman and Charles Luke to the Menands Board of Education.
Raman will begin his term on July 1, with the term expiring on June 30, 2027. Luke will begin
his term immediately, with the term expiring on June 30, 2023; and

● Village of Menands Public Library’s budget of $148,343: 174 yes; 15 no, and elected Marci
Murphy to its Board of Trustees: 136 yes

The spending plan continues all current student programs, services and student supports. Budget
additions for next year include one additional custodian and the purchase of equipment to maintain
school facilities.

Spending increases are attributed to increased cost in employee benefits due to inflation, high
school tuition and increased costs of services.

Additionally, voters selected Marci Murphy to serve on the Menands Public Library Board of
Trustees and approved their annual budget to support the library’s services and offerings.

Visit www.menands.org to learn more about the 2022-23 school budget.

Broadalbin-Perth Budget Vote Results

By a vote of 507 to 134, residents of the Broadalbin-Perth Central School District approved a
$39,730,000 budget for the 2022-23 school year. The approved budget calls for a 2.5%  spending
increase from the 2021-22 school year and a tax levy increase of 0.95%, which is below the district’s
calculated tax levy cap. 
The most significant spending increase in the budget is for staffing and enhancement of academic
programs. For the 2022-23 school year, Broadalbin-Perth will be adding a social worker, business
teacher, speech pathologist, two special education teachers, and two teaching assistants.

District residents also approved (516 to 125) a proposition that will allow Broadalbin-Perth to purchase
four 66-passenger school buses. The state will pay for approximately 80% of the cost of the purchase,
and there is no tax increase associated with the bus purchase.

Residents also voted to fill two seats on the Broadalbin-Perth Board of Education. Allison Goodspeed
(356 votes) and Emily Behnke (231 votes) were both elected to serve five-year terms that begin July 1,
2022. Samantha Gallup (216 votes), Vincent Arcuri (190 votes), Jacob Dutcher (134 votes), and Lori
Harlan (64 votes) were also candidates for the board.

In the inaugural Kids Vote Too, B-P students in pre-K through grade 12 selected chicken and waffles (56
votes) to be added to the lunch menu rotation next school year. The other options were popcorn
chicken bowl (46 votes), corn dogs (43 votes), and cheesy chicken quesadilla (40 votes).

Schoharie Public Budget Vote and Board Member Election

Proposition #1 – School District Operating Budget for 2022-23 Budget $25,895,704.00 Yes: 231 No: 94
Proposition Passed

Proposition #2 – School Bus Purchases Yes: 226 No: 94 Proposition Passed

Proposition #3 – $106,000 Library Tax Levy Yes: 222 No: 103 Proposition Passed

Proposition #4 – Repair Reserve Yes: 226 No: 96 Proposition Passed

Proposition #5 – Capital Project Yes: 211 No: 113 Proposition Passed

Proposition #6 – Energy Performance Project Yes: 217 No: 107 Proposition Passed

School Board Candidates Elected for 3-Year Term

1. Terry Burton – 220 Votes

2. Daniel Guasp – 192 Votes
3. Tara Barton – 220 Votes
 Cambridge CSD Budget Vote Results

On Tuesday, May 17, Cambridge CSD residents approved the district’s $23.9 million budget proposal for
2022-23 by a tally of 480 yes votes to 261 no votes. The budget passed with 65% approving the
proposal.

By a vote of 572 to 145, voters approved the public library proposition.

By a vote of 507 to 240, voters approved a $441,500 proposition to lease four 70-passenger buses,
which will maintain a replacement cycle on school vehicles. 

By a vote of 500 to 245, voters approved a proposition to establish a capital reserve fund. The fund
cannot exceed $2,000,000 and has a probable term of 10 years. The fund will allow the district to plan
for upcoming capital projects and minimize the impact those projects may have on taxpayers in the
future.

In the Board of Education election, incumbent Jessica Ziehm (455 votes) was re-elected; she ran
unopposed.

“I want to thank our community and taxpayers for continuing to support the district by approving the
budget and the additional propositions,” said Superintendent Dr. Douglas Silvernell. “This budget will
allow us to continue to provide all of our students with a high-quality education.”

Troy CSD Budget Vote & BOE Election Results

Troy City School District residents have approved a $126,903,272 budget for the 2022-2023
school year. Three candidates were elected to the Board of Education.

The unofficial results of the budget vote are 575 yes and 99 no. This budget will result in a 0-
percent tax levy increase - a figure that is $446,181 below the allowable tax cap of 1.18%. This
also marks the second year in a row with a 0-percent tax levy increase, and the tenth
consecutive year the District has presented a budget under the tax cap.

Three candidates were elected to the Board of Education for three-year terms effective July 1,
2022:

Ann Apicella (491), Ebony Pompey-Conway (491), and Anne Wager-Rounds (526)

“I extend my thanks to the Troy voters for supporting our 2022-2023 budget,” said
Superintendent John Carmello. “We are excited about the future of the district, and we look
forward to building on our successes and meeting the needs of all of our students. This budget
allows us to do that.”
“On behalf of the Board of Education, I would like to sincerely thank the community for their
support of our district,” said Board of Education President Anne Wager-Rounds. “I congratulate
Ebony Pompey-Conway and Ann Apicella on their reelection, and I look forward to continuing to
work together to ensure all of our students reach their full potential.”

The Board of Education will meet on Wednesday, May 18 at 6:00 p.m. at School 2.

Schuylerville CSD Budget Vote Results

Schuylerville Central School District residents passed a $38.6 million budget for the 2022-23 school year
by a vote of 396 to 92 on Tuesday, May 17. The approved budget carries a 1.50% spending increase and
an estimated tax levy increase of 1.32%. Tax rates for individual properties will be determined over the
summer once equalization rates and assessments are available for the district’s seven towns. In addition,
the bus lease proposition passed 414 to 72 and the land purchase proposition passed 400 to 87.

“On behalf of the Board of Education and administration, I’d like to thank the community for their
support,” said Superintendent Dr. Ryan Sherman. “The 2022-23 budget is one that maintains the district’s
strong level of academic opportunities while remaining fiscally responsible. It is always our goal to
present taxpayers with a fair and balanced budget. We appreciate the continued support from voters that
allows us to provide students with a high-quality education.” 

Schuylerville CSD Board of Education election

Voters elected Michael Bodnar to the Board of Education. Bodnar, who ran unopposed, received 424
votes. His five-year term will begin on July 1, 2022.

Schuylerville Public Library

In the Schuylerville Public Library Board of Trustees election, voters elected three candidates. The two
candidates who received the highest number of votes, Laura Dooley (404 votes) and BriAnne Mulligan
(337 votes), will each fill a three-year term ending in 2025.  The candidate who received the third-highest
number of votes, Patricia Partello (328 votes), will fill the balance of a term ending in 2024. The
Schuylerville Public Library budget appropriation proposition passed 413 to 68.

Lansingburgh Voters Approve Budget, Elect Board Members

The proposed 2022-2023 school year budget passes
 
Residents of the Lansingburgh Central School District have approved a $57,383,864 budget for the 2022-
2023 school year by a vote of 462 (yes) to 186 (no).
This budget represents a $2,634,686 spending increase from the 2021-2022 school year. The estimated
tax levy increase for the 2022-2023 Budget is 1.80%, which is below the allowable tax levy limit of
2.60% set by New York State.
Residents also elected Talia Pallozzi, Jessica Vartigian and Thomas Zakrzewski to three seats on the
Board of Education. Talia Pallozzi and Jessica Vartigian were the two candidates with the highest number
of votes and were each elected for a full 5-year term (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2027). Thomas Zakrzewski
was the candidate with the third-highest number of votes and was elected to fill a currently vacant seat.
Mr. Zakrzewski’s term will be for 2 years (July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024) remaining in the term of the seat
vacated by Robert Morris. Vote counts and candidate names are below in the order they appeared on the
ballot:
Jessica Vartigian: 307
Catherine Curtis: 284
Jami Briggs: 220
Tina Rysedorph: 191
Thomas Zakrzewski: 296
Talia Pallozzi: 372

South Glens Falls Central School District 2022-23 budget and Envision 2025 Capital Project
approved by voters

On Tuesday, May 17, South Glens Falls Central School District residents voted to approve the district’s
2022-23 proposed budget with 798 voting in favor and 288 voting against it. The proposed $64,935,782
spending plan for the 2022-23 school year represented a $624,605 increase in spending over the current
year’s budget. The increase in the tax levy is 2.90 percent, which is below the district’s state-imposed tax
levy limit of 3.62 percent.
Voters also approved the $33.6 million Envision 2025 Capital Project by a vote of 692 to 391.
Envision 2025 will make needed improvements to our district’s school buildings and facilities. Oliver W.
Winch Middle School would see the largest number of improvements, including a complete overhaul of
our seventh and eighth-grade science rooms, large-group instructional room and entryway. The project
would also create a dedicated choral room and expand our band room – a major need since as many as
80 students may practice at a given time. Each of our other buildings and the athletic facilities will also
be upgraded. The plan has no additional tax impact on our residents. For a full review of the project, see
our Envision 2025 webpage.
“I would like to thank our voters for showing their support for our ongoing programs and plans to
improve our facilities,” Superintendent Kristine Orr said. “It is heartening to know that during these
sometimes difficult economic times our community sees and supports our continuing efforts to both
maintain and strengthen our academic and extracurricular offerings.”
Also on the ballot The purchase of four 72-passenger school buses and one 35-passenger school bus at a
maximum estimated cost of $614,194 was approved – with 804 voting in favor and 283 voting against it.
Finally, three of the four candidates for the board of education were elected. All terms will begin July 1,
2022:
 John P. Leary, MD
 Heidi Brennan
 Thomas Kurtz
 Scotia-Glenville Results
Budget: 
YES: 933
NO: 338
That's a 73.4% to 26.6% margin

Bus purchase proposal:

YES: 966
NO: 307
That's a 75.9% to 24.1% margin

Board of Education candidates:

KIM TALBOT, 748 votes
EMILY ORR, 629 votes
DAN FEINBERG, 497 votes
ERIC POTTS, 374 votes

Talbot was re-elected to a second term and Orr was elected to a first term. Incumbent Dan
Feinberg was not re-elected.

NORTH COLONIE VOTERS VOTE “YES” TO THE 2022-23 BUDGET

On Tuesday, May 17, North Colonie residents approved the district’s $134.9 million
budget for 2022-23 by a tally of 2,038  yes votes to 676 no votes.
 
Results were announced at the North Colonie Central Office shortly after the polls
closed at 9 p.m. The results show 75.09 percent of voters supported the budget.
The $134.9 million budget has a tax levy increase of 1.44 percent, with an estimated tax
rate increase of 0.5 percent. The district will set its final tax rate for the 2022-23 school
year in August, based on final assessment figures as provided by the Town of Colonie.

In the Board of Education (BOE) election, Mary Alber was selected for a five-year term
and replaces the open seat of Paula D’Orazio.

 “We are pleased that the taxpayers of North Colonie voted to support the 2022-23
budget,” said Superintendent D. Joseph Corr. “I believe this is a strong budget that
supports the district’s mission of providing a high-quality education for all students. I’d
like to thank the community for their ongoing support of our children and our families.”

To learn more about North Colonie’s 2022-23 school budget, visit northcolonie.org and
click on Budget and Taxes. The 2022-23 Budget Newsletter is also available online.  

Mohonasen Voters Approve School Budget

Mohonasen voters on Tuesday approved the proposed 2022-23 school budget with 760 voting in
support of the $60.2 million spending plan and 275. In the Board of Education election, Chad McFarland
was elected to a third term and Melissa Laudano was elected to a first term.

Voters also approved the bus purchase proposition by a vote of 764 to 268.

The results were announced at Mohonasen High School on Tuesday shortly after polls closed. They
showed that 73% of 1035 total voters supported the budget.

The proposed budget includes up to six elementary classroom teaching positions to implement lower
class size targets in grades K-6. It also funds a series of positions to support student mental health,
address pandemic-related learning loss, and continue academic programs and opportunities for
Mohonasen students at all levels. The budget calls for a tax levy increase of 2.74 percent, which is the
district's limit for the year under the state tax cap formula.

"We thank the voters for their support and everyone who took the time to come out and vote today,"
said Superintendent Shannon Shine. "Our focus for next year, and for the long-term, is providing
students with the learning experiences, programs and support that will help them reach their potential
while at the same time remaining fiscally responsible to our taxpayers. We are grateful for the
community partnership that continues to make Mohonasen the very best it can be."

Board of Education Results

There were three candidates for two seats on the Board of Education up for election this year, with the
seats going to McFarland and Laudano as the two top vote getters. Here are the vote totals:

 Chad McFarland - 794

  Melissa Laudano - 631
 Jason Bustelos - 394

Schalmont CSD Budget Vote Results

School Budget – Approved (83%)

 Yes - 608
 No – 124

Capital Project – Approved (79%)

 Yes - 577
 No - 149

Proposition to Purchase School Buses – Approved (84%)

 Yes - 605
 No - 122

Proposition to Create Capital Reserve Fund – Approved (83%)

 Yes - 601
 No - 121

Board of Education Election

 Jean Hanson – 364 (Elected)

 Miranda Eldridge - 328 (Elected)
 Patricia Dowse - 304 (Elected)
 Kyrish Iyer - 251
 Phillip Contompasis - 250
 Heidi Schilling - 198
 William Wilday – 195

South Colonie CSD Budget Vote Results

May 17, 2022 – On May 17, South Colonie Central School District voters approved the district’s
$113 million spending plan, bus, and property propositions approving a 13.16-acre real property
purchase in the Town of Colonie.  Additionally, voters elected two board of education members. 
The budget proposition passed by 77.2% with 1418 yes votes and 418 no votes.

“We want to thank all South Colonie residents who took time out of their day to vote,” said Dr.
David Perry, superintendent of schools. “The 2022-23 budget will allow us to preserve
educational programs and services at the current level for the 2022-23 school year and
provide additional program enhancements to provide an equitable educational experience
and access to services for all students.”

District-related propositions
 $113,458,885 budget for the 2022-23 school year that increases spending 5.04% +
$5,442,534 a levy increase
 of 2.42% (which is below the New York State Tax Levy Limitation): 1418 yes; 418 no
 Property purchase plan to acquire 13.14 acres in the Town of Colonie. The total
estimated cost
 of the land purchase is $1,900,000 initially financed over 30 years: 1236 yes; 586 no
 School bus replacement plan to purchase 11 school buses of various sizes. Purchase
includes six
 (6) 66-passenger buses, one (1) 24-passenger wheelchair bus, two (2) 16-passenger
buses, and two (2) 6-passenger vehicles/buses.The total estimated cost of the bus
proposition is $1,158,000: 1368 yes; 460 no

Board of education election

Two candidates sought election to one open board of education seat to succeed Rose Gigliello. 
 Jeremy Rundell, 551 votes;
 Rose Gigliello, 1192 votes

Rose Gigliello is set to begin her five-year term July 1.

Two candidates sought election to one open board of education seat to succeed Michael
Keane. 
 Michael Keane, 1159 votes;
 Nicole Castelle,  588 votes

Mike Keane is set to begin his five-year term July 1.

BH-BL Residents Pass Budget, Elect Longtin & Mitchell to Board

On Tuesday, May 17, 2022, BH-BL residents approved the 2022-23 school budget of
$76,634,726 with 2,173 yes votes and 794 no votes, and a passing margin of nearly 73 percent.
Residents also elected incumbent Jennifer Longtin to her fourth term and David Mitchell to his first
term on the board of education. They received the two highest votes with Longtin receiving 1,569
votes and Mitchell receiving 1,528 votes. The other candidates running received the following
number of votes Michele Draves, 202; Emily Walsh, 565; David Barclay, 476; Ben Riehlman, 521;
Tom Bird, 407 and Melissa Barone, 526. 

Fonda-Fultonville Central School District Budget Vote Results

Voters of the Fonda-Fultonville Central School District approved a $31.9 million budget for the
2022-23 school year, with 209 in favor and 52 opposed – a margin of 80%. The budget proposal
is below the district’s assigned tax “cap” and required a simple majority of voters (50% plus one)
to pass the budget.

The $31,962,793 budget for the 2022-23 school year carries a 1.9% tax levy increase which is
below the district’s assigned tax levy “cap” of 2.61%. The proposed budget maintains all
programs, staff and services, along with additional mental health support for students.

Voters also approved the establishment of a capital reserve fund proposition by a vote of 213 in
favor and 44 opposed, as well as a proposition to approve a capital infrastructure project that
will center on infrastructure replacement, upgrades, and expansion that will enable the district to
strengthen its capacity to create state-of-the-art learning spaces by a vote of 207 in favor and 52
opposed.

“We are very fortunate at Fonda-Fultonville to be part of a community that values education and
wants what is best for the students that walk our hallways,” said Superintendent of Schools
Thomas Ciaccio.  “This budget will enhance our rigorous academic programs and bolster mental
health supports for our students.”

Two incumbents were reelected to the Board of Education: Matt Sullivan with 220 votes and
Bonnie Couture with 213 votes.

Voters Approve Schodack CSD Budget

: Residents of the Schodack Central School District voted to approve a $26,891,553 budget for the 2022-
2023 school year by a vote of 410 (yes) to 131 (no).
This budget represents a $732,460 spending increase from the 2021-2022 school year. The estimated tax
levy increase for the 2022-2023 Budget is 2.24%, which meets the allowable tax levy limit set by New
York State.
Residents also approved a proposed capital improvement project budgeted at $8,764,559 by a vote of 413
(yes) to 122 (no). The project will address necessary maintenance, renovations and improvements at
district facilities. Due to retiring debt, the district has a unique but time-sensitive funding opportunity to
pay for this proposed project that is expected to have no additional impact on the taxpayer.
Residents also approved the purchase of two additional school buses for the district by a vote of 435 (yes)
to (107).
Residents elected Sherri Gibson, Angela Beber, Daniel Grandinetti, Shelley Palmer and Ashley Palmer to
five seats on the Board of Education. Three of these seats were due to board member term expirations and
two were vacant seats due to member resignations. Sherri Gibson, Angela Beber and Daniel Grandinetti
were the candidates with the highest number of votes, respectively, and all were elected to a full a 3-year
term (July 1, 2022-June 30, 2025). Shelley Palmer and Ashley Palmer were the candidates with the fourth
and fifth highest number of votes, respectively, and were elected to fill the two vacant seats on the board.
Each will serve an approximately 1-year term (May 18, 2022-June 30, 2023), which is the time remaining
in the terms of the vacated seats. Vote counts and candidate names are below in the order they appeared
on the ballot:
Angela Beber: 374
Daniel Grandinetti: 370
Shelley Palmer: 369
Sherri Gibson:382
Ashley Palmer: 336

East Greenbush CSD School Budget and Other Propositions Approved

East Greenbush Central School District residents approved all three propositions on this year's Budget
Vote and Board Election ballot earlier today, including a $104,840,470 budget for the 2022-23 school
year, the purchase of eight school buses from the Bus Purchase Reserve Fund and the establishment of a
new Capital Reserve Fund.

More than 84% of voters approved the school budget, which maintains all programs and has no tax levy
increase.

"We appreciate the community's continued support for our schools," said Superintendent Jeff Simons.
"We are mindful of the importance of ensuring the best quality education for our students and
affordability for our taxpayers. I am grateful to our Board of Education for always keeping the focus on
students."

The new school buses, which will replace older buses according to the district’s bus fleet management
plan, will be purchased from the district’s Bus Purchase Reserve Fund with no impact to taxpayers. The
district will be reimbursed for approximately 67.9% of the total school bus purchase.

Voters also supported the establishment of a new Capital Reserve Fund, which will be used to defray the
cost of construction, repairs and equipping of school buildings and facilities in the future. The fund is
limited to $5,000,000 over a term of 10 years and any expenditures will require voter approval.

In addition to the school budget and other two propositions on the ballot, Jennifer O'Brien, Michele
Skumurski and Emily Steinbach were elected to three-year terms on the Board of Education.

"Congratulations to board members Michele Skumurski, Jennifer O'Brien and Emily Steinbach on their
election to our board," Mr. Simons said. "It is a privilege to lead our schools in this wonderful
community!"

Results:

Proposition #1: School Budget for 2022-23

Yes: 983
No: 175
Proposition #2: School Buses from Reserve Fund
Yes: 1,012
No: 140

Proposition #3: Establishment of New Capital Reserve Fund

Yes: 985
No: 166

Board of Education Election

All three candidates on the ballot have been elected to three-year terms.

Jennifer O'Brien: 968

Michele Skumurski: 961
Emily Steinbach: 901
Write-In: 28

Bethlehem CSD results

Residents of the Bethlehem Central School District have overwhelmingly approved a $102.7
million budget for the 2022-23 school year by a margin of 3853 to 805, or approximately
83% in favor to 17% opposed.

Voters also elected two candidates to serve on the Bethlehem Central Board of Education,
Robert Tietjen and John Walston. There were four candidates on the ballot:

 Tamara A. Starr received 2,146 votes

 John Walston received 2,592 votes*
 Robert Tietjen received 3,072 votes*
 Douglas Lloyd received 812 votes
*Robert Tietjen and John Walston have been elected to serve three-year terms beginning July 1,
2022. Both are first-time members of the BC Board of Education.

Two other propositions were also approved by district voters:

 Bus purchase proposition (77% approval – 3,577 yes; 1,069 no)

 Capital reserve proposition (84% approval – 3,862 yes; 742 no)
“Our mission as a school district is to help all students reach their potential,” said Superintendent
Monroe. “Passage of this budget will help us deliver on that mission with added supports for
students in areas of academics, character, community and wellness.”

Monroe said turnout for the annual budget vote was greater than expected, driven in large part by
a four-way race for two open board seats. A total of 4,714 residents participated in today’s vote.
“At BC, we talk a lot about the value of community. Nothing says community more than people
willing to spend time in a voting line — one that often stretched all the way out to the street — in
order to cast their votes. You can bet our students were watching and learning this important
civics lesson.”

Tonight’s results are unofficial. Vote totals will be certified on Wednesday.

Rensselaer City School District UNOFFICIAL Results

Proposition 1 (Budget):
Yes  - 169
No   - 105

PLEASE NOTE absentee ballots will be counted by the Board of Elections office in the morning and added
to the totals for the official results.  The Board of Education will meet Wednesday night at 6:30 to accept
the official results.

OESJ Annual Budget Vote and Election - Tentative Results

Budget 

Yes -208

No - 71

Capital Reserve Fund- Facilities 2

Yes - 204

No - 74

Bus Purchase

Yes - 216

No - 62

Election

Dean Handy - 183

Neil Clark - 172

Sarah Reese - 75

Susanne Sammons - 212

Gretchen Pratt – 61

Cobleskill-Richmondville School Budget Passes

Cobleskill-Richmondville CSD voters have approved the 2022-23 school budget by a margin of
741 to 234.

Voters also elected Mary Black and Jason Gagnon to the Board of Education and passed a
proposition to transfer $4 million to the district’s capital reserve fund.

Below is a summary of results from the five ballot propositions:

School budget: More than 75 percent of residents voted in favor of the $44,905,477 budget.
The budget, which preserves all existing programming and staff positions, raises the local tax
levy by 1.74 percent, which is below the district’s “tax cap.”

Board of Education: Black (652 votes) was re-elected to the Board. Gagnon (608 votes) will
begin serving a three-year term on July 1. The other candidates were Jessica Lawton (307),
Victor Taylor (263) and Monique Thomas (79).

Capital reserve proposition: Voters approved a $4 million transfer of funds from unassigned
fund balance to the capital reserve fund by a margin of 793-179. The funds now can be used
toward planned future building projects.

Community Library Budget: The $286,000 budget passed by a margin of 712-263.

Library Board: Janet Sand (5-year term), Rebecca Leggieri (5-year term) and Leo McAllister
(4-year term) were all elected.

Ballston Spa CSD School Budget Vote and BOE Election Preliminary Results
The Ballston Spa community approved the district’s 2022-2023 budget proposal of $98,575,342
with an unofficial vote of 81.1% voting yes and 18.9% voting no.
Prop 1 – Budget  -   1,602 Yes   373 No
Prop 2 – Vehicles – 1652 Yes   462 No
Prop 3 – Library  - 1729  Yes  384 No

The Board of Education candidates: (Two seats - 3-year terms)

Holly Barker-Flynn received 1363 votes
Law Ryan received 897 votes
Christopher Zeppieri received 621  votes
Jason Gurtler received  583 votes
Brody Savoie received  542 votes
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The adopted 2022-2023 budget for the Ballston Spa Central School District is $98,575,342
which represents a 3.8% increase in expenditures over the 2021-2022 budget. The projected
tax levy increase to support the 2022-2023 budget is $56,248,499, which represents a 2.46%
increase over the 2021-2022 tax levy. The tax impact on the average home in the district
assessed at $262,000 is projected to be $68 per year. 
Voters considered the following separate propositions on the ballot:

Proposition I: School Budget

The district will be authorized to expend the sum set forth in its estimate of expenditures for
the 2022-2023 school year in the amount of $98,575,342 and to levy the necessary taxes
therefore.
 
Proposition II: School Vehicle Replacement
The district will spend up to $920,000 to purchase and replace school buses and vehicles.
 
Proposition III: Ballston Spa Public Library
The district will be authorized to collect and contribute $ 60,885 towards the expense of
operating the public library. 

Schenectady City School District Budget Vote and School Board Election(UNOFFCIAL)
Budget Passes
1164 Yes
  326 No

Proposition to create a capital reserve fund is approved

1216  Yes
  269  No

Cathy Lewis and Vivian Parsons were elected to the board of education.

Cathy Lewis 925

Vivian Parsons 748
Kristen Holler 614
Emily Willey-Aulet 558

Catskill Central School District May 17 Voting results

On May 17, 2022, Catskill Central School District voters approved the 2022-23 School Budget,
approved the Operations and Maintenance and School Bus Purchases proposition, and elected
Patricia Dushane, Lenora Freese, and Mary DeSimone to the Board of Education.
May 17, 2022 voting results:
Catskill Central School District 2022-23 Budget: PASSED 440 yes - 242 no
Catskill Public Library proposition: PASSED 464 yes - 215 no
Operations and Maintenance and School Bus Purchases proposition: PASSED 415 yes - 255 no
Board of Education Candidates:
Patricia Dushane: 477 – three-year term running July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025
Lenora I. Freese: 314 – three-year term running July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025
Mary DeSimone: 284 – three-year term running July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2025
Joseph Izzo: 265
Henry Haye: 223
Allan A. Couser: 194
Charles Benninger Jr: 126

Chatham Central School District May 17 Voting Results

On May 17, Chatham Central School District voters approved the 2022-23 School Budget, approved
the Capital Reserve Fund proposition, and elected Muriel Faxon, Fred Hutchinson, Beth Hover, and
Marianne Pierro the Board of Education.
May 17, 2022 voting results:
Chatham Central School District 2022-23 Budget: PASSED 338 yes - 153 no
Capital Reserve Fund: PASSED 354 yes - 136 no
Board of Education Candidates:
Muriel Faxon: 366 votes 3-year term running July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025
Fred Hutchinson: 333 votes 3-year term running July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2025 and will start May 18,
2022 to fill the unexpired term left vacant by the resignation of Craig Simmons.
Beth Hover: 322 votes 2-year term running July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024
Marianne Pierro: 288 votes 1-year term running May 18, 2022 - June 30, 2023 to fill the unexpired
term left vacant by the resignation of Destiny Hallenbeck.

Greater Johnstown School District Voters Pass Budget

 School budget passes 541-209

 Bus purchase proposition passes 570-180
 Capital Project (Improvements to Knox Facilities) passes 572-178
 Two new BOE members via write-in:  William J. Stock (199 votes) and Marjorie Klein
(187 votes)
Cohoes 2022-23 School Budget Results

On May 17, Cohoes City School District voters approved a $47 million
budget for the 2022-23 school year by a margin of 441 to 99, or
approximately 82% in favor. Voters also approved a $19.985 million capital
project referendum by a margin of 449 to 87, or approximately 84% in
favor.

Three members were elected to the Board of Education: Nadia Carey will
serve her second term and Sue Paradis and Marianne Gendron will serve
their first terms. Their three-year terms begin July 1, 2022.
“I would like to thank the residents of Cohoes for supporting our 2022-23
budget and capital project,” said Superintendent Peggy O’Shea. “Our
spending plan, coupled with the capital project, will allow us to build on
existing educational programs and provide enhanced learning opportunities
for students both now and into the future.”
Tonight’s results are unofficial. Vote totals will be certified on Wednesday.
Voters Approve Albany Public Library Budget
Albany city residents voted today to approve a 2.5% increase in the tax levy to support the
Albany Public Library. The 2022-23 budget was approved by a final vote of 2001 (yes) to 458
(no).
 
The approved 2022-23 library operating tax levy is $7,372,420. The owner of a $150,000 home
in the city of Albany will pay about an extra $5.98 for the library in the next year. The estimated
homestead rate for the 2022-23 library tax is $1.63 per $1,000 of assessed value. 

“We are very pleased that residents voted to continue supporting Albany Public Library with
their tax dollars,” said APL Interim Director Melanie Metzger. “The budget approval allows us to
continue current library operations, facilities, and services in this climate of rising costs for
utilities, materials, and supplies. The Albany Public Library leaders, staff, and trustees truly
appreciate the confidence and support our community has in its libraries.”
 
Also tonight, four new trustees were elected to the library board: Lynette D. Robinson, Andrea
C. West, Paige A. Barnum, and Sarah Macinski. Their terms begin in July.
 
The place order, candidates, and vote totals were:
1. Lynette D. Robinson with 1,061 votes
2. Andrea C. West with 1,012 votes
3. Paige A. Barnum with 949 votes
4. Sarah Macinski with 887 votes
5. Carlos Velasquez with 750 votes
6. Kristen Broschinsky with 688 votes
7. Gene Damm with 611 votes
8. Kevin Whitehead with 560 votes
9. Tabora D. Marcus with 555 votes
10. Ford P.R. McLain with 379 votes