Voters in four school districts have rejected proposed budgets, with Amherst residents weighing in on the spending plans. The rejections, which occurred on May 20, 2026, will require school officials to revisit their budgets and make adjustments.
"We are disappointed in the outcome, but we will work to find a solution," said Superintendent of Schools. The rejected budgets totaled millions of dollars, with Amherst residents voting on a budget that included funding for Williamsville schools. Parents in the Williamsville district are concerned about the impact of the rejected budget on their children's education. School board members will meet on May 25, 2026, to discuss the next steps. Amherst residents can expect to see revised budgets in the coming weeks.
The rejections are a setback for school officials, who had hoped to secure funding for various programs and initiatives. As the school districts move forward, Amherst residents will be watching closely to see how the budget rejections will affect local schools.