Hurley School Board approves next budget

HURLEY — With nearly half a million dollars less in state aid among its hurdles, the Hurley School Board presented its 2026-27 budget and levy at its annual district meeting and budget hearing on Monday.

“We have to make up that half a million dollars in the levy, so it’s going to be an increase this year,” said Board President Leslie Kolesar, who was elected to chair the meeting. “We’re still trying to work with the legislature to come up with a better plan for school funding. I’d say make sure you vote.”

The gathering approved the budget of $9,912,493.07, a decrease of 1.57% since the last s...