District overview
Peekskill City School District
Funding structure, how it compares to peers, and where major projects stand.
How Peekskill is funded and governed
Seven elected trustees oversee district policy and finances and submit the school budget to voters. The 2026–27 budget is supported by local taxes, state aid and other receipts.
Budget
The $138,870,773 2026–27 budget was approved by voters, according to the independent audit.
Local taxes
The board adopted a $46,034,517 levy for 2026–27.
Board
The seven-member board elected Allen Jenkins Jr. president and Christina Washington vice president in July 2026.
Fund balance
The independent audit reports an unassigned general fund balance of $30,513,013 at June 30, 2026, or 21.97% of the following budget, and says it exceeds the statutory limit.
The audit reports that district management plans to maintain balance to support staff and programs formerly funded with federal ESSER grants.
District leadership
Where the district stands
Major projects
Oakside playground replacement
Planned for spring to early fall 2027The district reported a $200,000 grant plus district funds for an Oakside Elementary playground replacement.
- The board authorized a grant application with a district match if awarded.
- The superintendent reported a grant and anticipated spring to early fall 2027 construction.
Funding
$200,000 grant and district funds; total project cost and district contribution not established.
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