• RSU 34 FY27 Budget Process Explanation 1-21-26

    • These slides provide an overview of the RSU 34 school budget timeline while highlighting key factors that impact state funding of public schools (I.e., enrollment, valuation, & Mil rate).

  • RSU 34 FY27 First-Draft Budget Presentation - 2-11-26

    • These slides explain, in greater detail, the factors that impact public school funding--with data specific to RSU 34. This includes historical data related to enrollment, special education needs, & community valuations. There are also recent revenue and expenditure charts, community tax "asks", and explanation of the shift of State vs. Local contributions. First draft budget numbers are shared, along with the recommendation that administrators identify a reduction of $800,000---to be presented at the March 11, 2026 Budget meeting.