April 19, 2026 · Updated April 19, 2026
Huntington UFSD's proposed 2026-27 school budget is out for public review, with the district-wide vote set for Tuesday, May 19. Here's what the numbers mean for your tax bill, what's on the table for programs and staffing, and how you can weigh in before Election Day.
Huntington Union Free School District's proposed 2026-27 budget is heading to voters on Tuesday, May 19 — the same day school districts across New York State hold their annual budget votes.
Huntington UFSD typically releases a detailed proposed budget in April, giving residents roughly six weeks to review it before the May vote. Residents can access the full proposed budget document on the Huntington UFSD website.
New York State's property tax cap law limits how much a school district can increase its tax levy — typically around 2%. Going above that cap requires a supermajority of 60% approval from voters.
Budget years come in different flavors. Some years a district has room to expand. Other years the conversation is about trimming programs to stay within the tax cap while covering mandatory cost increases like pension contributions and health insurance premiums.
Budget votes across New York State are held on the third Tuesday in May. This year that's Tuesday, May 19, 2026. Polls are typically open from 7 AM to 9 PM.
If a school district's budget fails, the board can put a revised budget to voters for a second vote, or adopt a contingency budget.
