Yonkers Public Schools Board Of Education Stated Meeting
The Board of Education meeting included committee reports on facilities, audit and budget, and policy updates, specifically regarding purchasing regulations. Significant actions included the adoption of Policy 6700 and its accompanying regulations, the approval of contracts for Universal Prekindergarten programs for both 3-year-olds and 4-year-olds with various community-based organizations, and the appointment of hearing officers for civil service disciplinary proceedings. The board also adopted the 2026-2027 district-wide and building-level emergency response plans. Additional approvals covered contract extensions for window replacements, budget transfers, the monthly report of fiscal condition, personnel resolutions, and numerous authorizations for additional staff pay for various programs including credit recovery, summer school, and professional development.
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Yonkers Public Schools Board Of Education Stated Meeting
The Board addressed a variety of administrative, financial, and operational matters. Key topics included committee reports on facilities, audit/budget/finance, and policy; superintendent updates regarding the district's 'Yonkers Magic' strategy and upcoming school year preparations; and the approval of multiple contracts and assignments. Specifically, the Board authorized several capital projects, change orders, and professional service assignments related to security upgrades, HVAC controls, and infrastructure repairs across various schools. Additionally, the Board appointed a Records Access Officer, adopted new policies, and approved membership in the Conference of Big Five School Districts.
May 20, 2026·Board meeting
Yonkers Public Schools Board Of Education Stated Meeting
The board meeting featured presentations honoring the Administrator of the Year and the Yonkers Montessori Academy girls basketball team. Significant discussion occurred regarding the 2026-2027 proposed budget, which addresses long-term structural deficits, declining enrollment, and planned school closures and reconfigurations. Community members provided public comments regarding school closures and configurations. The board approved several resolutions, including the closure of School 21, changes to school configurations for other facilities, a multi-year ELA curriculum contract, and various capital project awards and authorizations. Additionally, the board authorized an increase in the athletics transportation contract and a state aid advance.
Mar 10, 2026·Board meeting
Board of Education of Yonkers Public Schools Stated Meeting Minutes
The Board of Education meeting addressed a variety of operational, financial, and educational matters. Key actions included the appointment of a new Library Trustee and the ratification of a Memorandum of Agreement with Local 456. The Board approved contracts for textbook vendors and addressed several capital projects, including construction contract amendments and closeouts for various school facilities. Furthermore, the Board declared the district's energy performance project a Type II Action under SEQRA and awarded the energy performance contract to Ameresco, Inc. Financial measures such as budget transfers and a required fiscal condition report were authorized. The Board also approved program recommendations for preschool and school-age students with disabilities and authorized additional pay for staff involved in various extracurricular programs, events, and grant-supported initiatives.
