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Budget & Finance

BUDGET & FINANCE AT PLATTSBURGH CITY SCHOOLS

The Plattsburgh City School District Budget budget is much more than a financial document. It is a plan that outlines how our District will use its resources to provide students with a safe, high-quality education while being responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars.  The budget process is a year-round effort that involves planning, analysis, and ongoing monitoring. District leaders work to balance educational needs, legal requirements, community expectations, and available financial resources.

The Plattsburgh City School District Budget  is much more than a financial document. It is a plan that outlines how our District will use its resources to provide students with a safe, high-quality education while being responsible stewards of taxpayer dollars.  The budget process is a year-round effort that involves planning, analysis, and ongoing monitoring. District leaders work to balance educational needs, legal requirements, community expectations, and available financial resources.

BUDGET BY THE NUMBERS

Operating Budget

$57,410,993

Tax Levy Increase

2.51%

State & Federal Aid

$26,000,000

  • The Budget serves as the district's roadmap for the school year. It determines how resources are allocated to support:

    • Student learning and academic programs
    • Teachers and support staff
    • Transportation services
    • Building maintenance and operations
    • Technology and instructional materials
    • Extracurricular and athletic programs
    • Student safety and support services

     

    Every budget decision is ultimately focused on supporting students and ensuring that schools can operate effectively each day.

  • The budgeting process typically begins many months before the start of the next school year.

    District administrators, school leaders, and department supervisors review current programs, staffing levels, enrollment trends, and anticipated needs. They also analyze projected revenues, including state aid and local tax revenues.

    During this process, district leaders consider questions such as:

    • What programs are serving students effectively?
    • Are additional staff or resources needed?
    • What costs are expected to increase next year?
    • Are there state or federal mandates that must be funded?
    • How can resources be used as efficiently as possible?

     

    The goal is to create a budget that supports educational priorities while remaining financially sustainable.

  • School districts receive funding from several sources, including:

    Local Property Taxes

    Property taxes provide a significant portion of school funding and are determined through the annual budget process and voter-approved tax levy limits.

    State Aid

    New York State provides funding to school districts through various aid formulas designed to support educational programs and services.

    Federal Grants

    The federal government provides funding for specific programs and services, such as support for students with disabilities, students from low-income families, and other targeted initiatives.

    Other Revenues

    Districts may also receive revenue from tuition, transportation contracts, facility rentals, interest earnings, and other sources.