Kingston board warns of $20.9M budget gap, staff to seek maximum tax levy District budget staff told the board the 2026–27 plan shows a $20.9 million gap driven by declining enrollment and reduced state reimbursements; staff said they will recommend levying the maximum allowable 4.4% tax cap to close the shortfall.

The Kingston City School District faces a staggering $20.9 million budget gap for 2026-27, driven by plummeting enrollment and reduced state aid—what's the plan to tackle this crisis?

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