The Hauppauge School District Board of Education held a public session on May 13, 2025, to discuss the upcoming budget and key propositions for the 2025-2026 school year. The meeting highlighted the district's financial strategies, including a proposed tax levy increase of 3.25% and a total budget of $138,393.28, reflecting a 3.88% change from the previous year.

The tax levy remains the largest source of revenue for the district, supplemented by state aid and income from local industrial parks, which help alleviate the tax burden on residents. The budget discussions emphasized the importance of maintaining efficient operations across the district's five buildings, with a significant portion of expenditures allocated to personnel and their benefits.

A notable point of discussion was Proposition 2, which will be on the ballot for the upcoming school budget vote on May 20. This proposition seeks voter approval to increase state aid for an energy performance contract from 45% to 55%. If approved, this additional funding is expected to save the district approximately $1.14 million annually on energy costs, with no direct impact on taxpayers. The initiative aims to enhance infrastructure improvements related to energy efficiency, including heating, cooling, and lighting upgrades.

The meeting concluded with an invitation for community members to engage with board members regarding the budget and propositions. Voters are encouraged to participate in the budget vote, which will take place from 6 AM to 9 PM at Whippoorwill. Further details about the budget can be found on the district's website.