The Susquenita School Board advanced its 2026-27 budget at its April 14 meeting. Members approved a proposed $40.95 million general fund budget, with the intent to adopt a final version at the May meeting.
The approved preliminary budget uses a tax strategy that keeps the Perry County rate unchanged while applying an increase in Dauphin County. The measure passed by a 7-2 vote.
The board rejected bids for a high school renovation project due to costs exceeding projections. An exterior color scheme for the high school renovation was approved…