Troy, Lansingburgh, Shenendehowa Set May 19 Budget Votes | The Locally Times

Voters in three Capital Region school districts will decide on their 2026-2027 budgets on Tuesday, May 19.

## School Budget Decisions Loom Residents of the Troy City School District, Lansingburgh Central School District, and Shenendehowa Central School District will cast their votes on the proposed 2026-2027 school budgets on Tuesday, May 19, 2026. The annual budget vote is a critical juncture for each district, determining funding levels for educational programs, staffing, and operational expenses for the upcoming academic year. Similarly, Shenendehowa Central School District and Lansingburgh Central School District have also posted May 19, 2026, as the date for their respective budget votes and board of education elections. Eligibility requirements, such as being 18 years old by the voting date, are standard for these public elections. Specific polling locations and times are typically announced by each district closer to the election date. ## What to Watch As the May 19 date approaches, residents will be looking for detailed budget proposals from each district. These documents will outline proposed expenditures, potential tax implications, and any significant changes to services or programs. The outcomes of these votes will directly impact the educational landscape for thousands of students across the region.