Levittown Union Free School District, NY

Regular Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education will convene in executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters, then reconvene for a regular meeting. They will hear reports, including a special education presentation and an audit update, and take action on a consent agenda that includes approving an armed security contract with Covert Investigations & Security, a $20,495,749.94 final BOCES contract for 2025-2026, and an initial BOCES contract of $19,993,265.58 for 2026-2027. The board will also review the District Safety Plan for 2026-2027 and hear public comments.

• Approve armed security contract with Covert Investigations & Security dated August 12, 2026
• Approve final BOCES contract for 2025-2026 in the amount of $20,495,749.94
• Approve initial BOCES contract for 2026-2027 in the amount of $19,993,265.58
• Approve change order #1 for roof replacement at Summit Lane for $(20,000.00)
• Award RFP #LPS-26-001 for athletic trainers to NYU Langone Health for 2026-2027

The Levittown Board of Education approved a contract with Covert Investigations & Security for armed security services, with Jennifer Messina voting against. The board also approved the consent agenda, which included contracts for BOCES services, a food service management agreement with Chartwells, and a change order for the Summit Lane roof replacement. Presentations were given on a special education program review and a state audit of district finances.

• Approved armed security contract with Covert Investigations & Security (5-1)
• Approved consent agenda items 7.1-7.19 (unanimous)
• Approved final BOCES contract for 2025-2026, $20,495,749.94
• Approved initial BOCES contract for 2026-2027, $19,993,265.58
• Approved change order #1 for Summit Lane roof replacement, -$20,000
• Approved 2026-2027 food service contract with Chartwells
• Approved RFP award for athletic trainers to NYU Langone Health
• Approved budget amendment for $14,959.50 Distraction Free Grant carryover

Regular Meeting

The Levittown Union Free School District Board of Education is meeting to adopt corrective action plans required by New York State audits of financial management and information technology practices. The board will also approve a budget transfer, personnel schedules, and a consent agenda covering financial reports, tax levy, change orders, and bids.

• Adopt Corrective Action Plan for OSC Financial Audit 2026M-13
• Adopt Corrective Action Plan for OSC IT Audit 2025M-145
• Approve $3,500 budget transfer from Health Services supplies to Maintenance & Grounds supplies
• Approve 12 change orders for construction projects at Abbey Lane, Northside, Division Ave, Wisdom Lane, Jonas Salk, and MacArthur HS
• Set 2026-2027 tax levy for Levittown UFSD and Public Library

The Levittown Union Free School District Board of Education unanimously approved corrective action plans responding to two New York State Comptroller audits covering financial management (2026M-13) and information technology (2025M-145). The board also approved a consent agenda including the 2026-2027 tax levy, 12 construction change orders, and contracts for services including nursing, special education, and bus maintenance. All votes were 7-0.

• Adopted financial audit corrective action plan (7-0)
• Adopted technology audit corrective action plan (7-0)
• Approved 2026-2027 tax levy for district and library (7-0)
• Approved 12 construction change orders totaling net -$108,825.52 (7-0)
• Awarded bus parts bid #LPS-25-019 (7-0)
• Awarded bus repair bid #LPS-25-020 (7-0)
• Extended Plainedge UFSD garage lease through June 30, 2031 (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda items 5.2-5.31 (7-0)

Organization Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education is holding its annual organization meeting to elect officers, appoint district officials, and approve a consent agenda of routine appointments and contracts for the 2026-2027 school year. The board will also move into executive session to discuss personnel and legal matters.

• Appoint Vanessa Esposito as District Clerk and Donna Cox as Assistant District Clerk
• Appoint Keane and Beane as Attorneys, Hawkins Delafield & Wood as Bond Counsel
• Appoint Dr. Suanne Kowal-Connelly as Medical Inspector at $25,000/year
• Appoint Linda Dolecek as Treasurer and Martha Anderson as Assistant Treasurer, each with $1,000,000 bond
• Approve consent agenda items 3.2 through 3.67

The Levittown Board of Education held its organization meeting, unanimously approving a consent agenda covering items 3.2 through 3.67. This included electing Peggy Marenghi as President, James Moran as 1st Vice President, and Marianne Adrian as 2nd Vice President, as well as appointing Vanessa Esposito as District Clerk. The board also approved various appointments, policies, and fee schedules for the 2026-2027 school year, including increases to dance, gymnastics, LAP/LAMP, summer music, and driver's education tuition.

• Elected Peggy Marenghi as Board President, James Moran as 1st Vice President, Marianne Adrian as 2nd Vice President (unanimous)
• Appointed Vanessa Esposito as District Clerk and Donna Cox as Assistant District Clerk (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda items 3.2-3.67, including appointments of attorneys, auditors, and medical staff (unanimous)
• Set 2026-27 tuition: dance $240/class, gymnastics $275/class, driver's ed $630 (unanimous)
• Approved LAP/LAMP tuition increases of $20/month and summer music tuition of $150/$135 (unanimous)
• Re-adopted all Board of Education policies without changes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026-27 school lunch prices with no increase: breakfast $1.75, elementary $3.00, secondary $3.25 (unanimous)
• Authorized Superintendent to sign federal and state grant applications (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education held a special meeting on June 24, 2026, to act on several items. They ratified a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the CSEA union, approved a $34,000 budget transfer for health insurance waivers, and awarded an armed security services contract to Covert Security. The board also approved a student settlement agreement and moved into executive session to discuss CSEA negotiations.

• Ratified CSEA collective bargaining agreement for July 1, 2026–June 30, 2029
• Approved $34,000 budget transfer for health insurance waiver payments
• Awarded armed security RFP to Covert Security for 2026-2027 (5-2 vote)
• Approved student settlement agreement dated June 10, 2026
• Held executive session for CSEA negotiations and legal advice

Regular Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education is meeting to approve budget transfers, personnel schedules, and various contracts. The most significant item is a series of budget transfers totaling $303,750, including $166,750 for tuition stipulations for a student at Vincent Smith School, $37,000 for agency nurses and LAMP program nursing, and $100,000 to replace bus tires. The board will also vote on a consent agenda covering contracts for bus transportation, special education services, and a combined swim team with East Meadow.

• Budget transfer of $104,500 for 2023-24 & 2024-25 tuition for a student at Vincent Smith School
• Budget transfer of $62,250 for 2025-26 tuition for a student at Vincent Smith School
• Budget transfer of $100,000 to replace re-capped tires with new tires for the district bus fleet
• Award RFP # LPS-23-007 for bus transportation to We Transport Inc. for 2026-2027
• Approve combined High School Boys Swim Team with East Meadow UFSD for 2026/2027

The Levittown Board of Education unanimously approved a consent agenda containing 20 items, including contracts for bus transportation, nursing services, special education, and staff agreements. The board also approved budget transfers and schedules, and recognized numerous student athletes. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved consent agenda items 6.2-6.21 (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers (unanimous)
• Approved schedules (unanimous)
• Awarded bus transportation RFP to We Transport Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Horizon Healthcare for nursing services (unanimous)
• Approved special education contracts (unanimous)
• Approved Universal Pre-K sites at Tender Garden and Summit Lane School (unanimous)
• Approved agreements with LUT and individual employees (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education is certifying the results of the May 19, 2026 vote, where residents approved the $284,420,293 school budget, a $15 million capital improvement plan, and the library budget. The board also approved budget transfers and personnel schedules. This special meeting is largely administrative, formalizing election outcomes and routine actions.

• Budget approved: $284,420,293 for 2026-2027 (Yes 1516, No 610)
• Capital reserve and fund balance appropriation up to $15,000,000 for building improvements (Yes 1231, No 453)
• Library budget approved (Yes 1317, No 456)
• Budget transfer of $65,000 from BOCES Admin Costs to OADE BOCES Services
• Personnel schedules approved: resignations, appointments, leaves, salary changes

The Levittown Board of Education certified the results of the May 19, 2026 budget vote and board elections, and approved a series of administrative items including budget transfers, schedules, and a consent agenda covering contracts, a capital improvement bid, and a new scholarship. All motions passed unanimously, with Michael Pappas not present for several votes.

• Certified results of Proposition 1 (budget), Proposition 2 (capital reserve), Proposition 3 (library budget), and board elections (7-0)
• Approved budget transfers (6-0, Pappas absent)
• Approved schedules (6-0, Pappas absent)
• Approved consent agenda items 6.2-6.11 (6-0, Pappas absent)
• Established Principal Leadership Award Scholarship ($500 each for two students) (6-0, Pappas absent)
• Approved agreement with Levittown School Administrators (ALSA) dated 4/29/2026 (6-0, Pappas absent)
• Awarded 2023/2024 Capital Improvement Program bid (6-0, Pappas absent)
• Approved Hofstra MOU for student teachers (6-0, Pappas absent)

Regular Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education is meeting to approve budget transfers, personnel actions, and various contracts. The board moved into executive session to discuss negotiations with CSEA and seek legal advice, then reconvened for the regular meeting. Key actions include approving $760,000 in budget transfers for maintenance, renovations, and special education services, as well as contracts for marching band camp, a learning management system, safety services, and bus transportation.

• Budget transfers: $80,000 to maintenance & grounds supplies, $420,000 to operations-contractual for renovations, $250,000 and $10,000 for special education related services and private school tuition
• Contract with Camp Echo Lake for Marching Band Camp (August 22-26, 2026)
• Contract with Seesaw for learning management system for primary grades
• Contract with Navigate360, LLC for safety and emergency preparedness services
• Contract extension with Dream Bus Transportation for 2026-2027 school year

The Levittown Board of Education held its required public budget hearing, presenting a proposed 2025-26 budget with a 3.76% spending increase and a 1.98% tax levy increase, below the state cap. The board also approved a consent agenda covering contracts, agreements, and routine items, and moved into executive session to discuss CSEA negotiations. No final budget vote was taken at this meeting; the public vote is scheduled for May 19.

• Approved consent agenda items 6.2-6.16 (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers (unanimous)
• Approved schedules (unanimous)
• Authorized conflict waiver letters with Keane & Beane, P.C. (unanimous)
• Approved election registrars for 2026 vote (unanimous)
• Approved shelter agreements with Nassau BOCES (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Camp Echo Lake for marching band camp (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Seesaw for learning management system (unanimous)

Special Meeting

The Levittown Union Free School District Board of Education is holding a special meeting to consider approving the Nassau BOCES tentative administrative budget for the 2026-27 school year, totaling $28,633,061, and to cast votes for two BOCES Board of Education candidates. The agenda also includes a public comment period limited to agenda items and a motion to adjourn. The meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2026, at 6:00 PM at the Levittown Memorial Education Center.

• Approval of Nassau BOCES 2026-27 administrative budget of $28,633,061
• Vote for Deborah Coates and Lawrence Greenstein as BOCES Board of Education candidates
• Public comment period (up to two hours) for agenda items only
• Motion to adjourn

The Levittown Board of Education unanimously approved the Nassau BOCES tentative administrative budget of $28,633,061 for the 2026-27 school year. The board also voted to support Deborah Coates and Lawrence Greenstein as candidates for the BOCES Board of Education. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned shortly after.

• Approved Nassau BOCES 2026-27 administrative budget of $28,633,061 (5-0)
• Cast votes for Deborah Coates and Lawrence Greenstein as BOCES Board candidates (5-0)

Regular Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education is meeting to approve the Nassau BOCES administrative budget for 2026-27, transfer funds to cover higher gas costs, and approve personnel schedules, contracts, and policy revisions. The board also moved into executive session to discuss CSEA negotiations and seek legal advice.

• Approval of Nassau BOCES 2026-27 administrative budget of $28,633,061
• Three $100,000 budget transfers to Operations - Gas to pay National Grid
• Approval of personnel schedules including resignations, appointments, and coaching
• Contract with SCOPE Education Services for summer enrichment program (July 6-31, 2026)
• Approval of revised board policies including workplace discrimination and emergency closings

Budget Planning Session #4

The Levittown Union Free School District Board is holding its fourth budget planning session, where it will review the final budget and five-year capital plan, receive a staffing and enrollment budget presentation, and discuss budget and capital plan adoption. The meeting opens at 6:00 PM with an anticipated executive session, then reconvenes at 7:30 PM for the public budget session. Recognitions for valedictorian and salutatorian are also on the agenda.

• Review of final budget and five-year capital plan
• Staffing and enrollment budget presentation
• Discussion of budget adoption and capital plan adoption
• Valedictorian/Salutatorian recognition

Special Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education held a special meeting to approve budget transfers, personnel schedules, and a consent agenda. The most consequential item was approving the annual meeting resolution, which sets the May 19, 2026 election for the school budget, library budget, and board seats, including a $15 million capital improvement proposition.

• Approved $39,747.03 transfer from Special Ed BOCES Tuition to Charter Schools for 2 unexpected students
• Approved personnel schedules including resignations, appointments, coaching, consultants, and leaves
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, business office reports, and valedictorian/salutatorian commendations
• Set annual election for May 19, 2026 with $284,420,293 school budget and $15,000,000 capital improvement proposition
• Approved notice for annual meeting, election, and personal registration

Regular Meeting

The Levittown Union Free School District Board of Education is holding its regular meeting on March 11, 2026, following a budget planning session. The board will vote on budget transfers totaling $630,000, approve personnel schedules (including resignations, appointments, and tenure), and handle a consent agenda with contracts, bids, and agreements. The meeting also includes public comment and recognition of students and staff.

• Budget transfers: $400,000 for classroom furniture, $20,000 for vehicle parts, $200,000 from electricity to gas, $10,000 from fuel oil to water
• Approval of personnel schedules including resignations, appointments, coaching, and tenure
• Memorandum of Understanding with Christine Dunninger and Employment Agreement with Jeffrey Myers
• Bid awards: #LPS-25-015 Roll Off Dumpster Services and #LPS-25-016 Carpet and Tile Installation
• Gifts accepted: $4,147.70 in checks and 11 books donated to schools

Budget Planning Session #3

The Levittown Board of Education is meeting for its third budget planning session, which includes a move to executive session to discuss CSEA negotiations and seek legal advice. The public portion features budget presentations, including a special education budget update.

• Executive session to discuss CSEA negotiations and seek District Council advice
• Budget update presented by Mr. Fabiano
• PTA Advisory Committee update by Ms. Siegel
• Special Education Budget Presentation by Ms. Wang

Budget Planning Session #2

The Levittown Union Free School District board is meeting for its second budget planning session for the 2026-2027 school year. The agenda includes a presentation on projected revenues and the reserve and fund balance plan. The meeting convenes at 6:00 PM, with an executive session, then reconvenes at 7:30 PM for the budget discussion. No votes on the budget are scheduled; this is an informational session.

• Budget presentation for 2026/2027 school year revenues
• Reserve and fund balance plan discussion
• Meeting includes executive session before public budget session

Regular Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss CSEA negotiations, followed by public reports, a public comment period, and a consent agenda. The board is voting on budget transfers, personnel schedules, contracts (including a prom venue and transportation), and other routine items. The meeting includes presentations on the curriculum and facilities budgets.

• Budget transfer of $36,415.01 from Other Health to Charter Schools for five Academy Charter School students
• Budget transfer of $40,000 from Operation Repairs to Maintenance & Grounds Supplies
• Contract with The Piermont for MacArthur HS Senior Prom on June 4, 2027
• Transportation contract with Dream Bue for $65,000 for 2025-2026 school year
• Gifts accepted: $5,000 from Shutterfly/Lifetouch to Division Avenue HS, $200 to East Broadway School

Special Meeting

The Levittown Union Free School District Board of Education held a special meeting on January 21, 2026, immediately following a budget planning session. The board approved a schedule of administrative appointments and a consent agenda containing several routine items, including employment agreements, a polling place agreement, a graduation contract with Hofstra University, transportation contracts, and a special education contract. All motions passed unanimously with four votes in favor.

• Approved administrative appointments (schedule attached)
• Approved employment agreement with Debra Kienke
• Approved memorandum of agreement with Nassau County Board of Elections for polling places
• Approved contract with Hofstra University for June 2026 graduation ceremonies at Division Avenue HS and MacArthur HS
• Approved 2025-2026 transportation contracts with ES BOCES totaling $102,400

Budget Planning Session #1

The Levittown Union Free School District board is holding its first budget planning session for the 2026-2027 school year, including presentations on the overall budget and transportation. The board will also discuss the bus electrification plan, field use by the Levittown Panthers, and facilities use fees for Civil Service. The meeting includes recognitions and a motion to adjourn.

• Budget 2026/2027 School Year Budget Overview
• Transportation Budget Presentation
• Bus Electrification Plan
• Use of Fields - Levittown Panthers
• Facilities Use Fees - Civil Service

Regular Meeting

The Levittown Board of Education is holding a regular meeting with an executive session to discuss CSEA negotiations. The board will vote on a budget transfer of $11,351.55 for summer reading books, approve personnel schedules (resignations, appointments, leaves), and adopt the 2026-2027 school calendar. Other items include setting election worker pay rates, authorizing a foreign field trip to Italy and Greece, and accepting gifts to schools.

• Budget transfer of $11,351.55 from employee benefits to textbooks for summer reading books
• Approval of personnel schedules including resignations, appointments, coaching, and leaves
• Adoption of 2026-2027 school calendar
• Election worker rates set at $17.00/hour, poll coordinators/inspectors at $18.00/hour
• Foreign field trip for MacArthur and Division Avenue high schools to Italy and Greece, April 20-28, 2027