On Tuesday, May 19, voters in the Liberty Central School District approved the district’s $72 million budget proposal for the 2026-27 school year, with 715 yes votes and 158 no votes. This was the eighth consecutive year without a tax levy increase.

“We appreciate the continued support of Liberty Central School District residents,” Superintendent Dr. Patrick Sullivan said. “They allow us to continue our mission and vision to provide students a trusting environment where they can thrive, be innovative and work toward their full potential.”

The $72,062,104 budget funds all current student programs and services while accounting for increases in costs such as health care, transportation and contractual obligations. It also allows the district to expand courses offered through Syracuse University Project Advance and add extracurricular activities, including intramural sports at the elementary level.

Three board of education members were re-elected to three-year terms on the board. Maureen Stabak, with 966 votes; Eugene Thalmann with 961 votes; and Erin Abplanalp with 960 votes. Also on the ballot were: Miriam Singer, with 23 votes; Miriam Breuer with 19 votes and Miriam Heimlich with 17 votes.

Receiving write-in votes were Daniel Ratner Sr. and Joel Roth.