Budget propositions pass; trustees re-elected


Lorraine Mentz Trustee | William Floyd School District

The results of the 2025-26 budget vote and trustee election have been announced. Proposition #1, which concerned the annual budget, was approved with 691 votes in favor and 190 against. Proposition #2, regarding the repair reserve, also passed with 654 affirmative votes compared to 209 negative votes.

In the trustee election, April Coppola was re-elected with a total of 698 votes. Lorraine Mentz secured her position again with 664 votes, while Luis J. Soto was re-elected after receiving 639 votes.

Voters are thanked for their participation in this electoral process.

For more detailed information on the budget, further resources are available.

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