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🌊Manorhaven Stays Under the Tax Cap, Roslyn Schools Hold at $140.9M

Two Nassau budget stories with direct stakes for homeowners, parents, and school services.

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516 Update
April 06, 2026

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💰 Manorhaven Sticks to Tax Cap Despite Budget Pressures
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📚 Roslyn Schools Hold Steady with $140.9M Budget
🗓️ Upcoming Events and Things To Do!

💰 Manorhaven Sticks to Tax Cap Despite Budget Pressures

The Village of Manorhaven approved a $6.08 million budget for 2026-27 that stays within New York's property tax cap. The Board of Trustees passed the spending plan on March 25, balancing rising costs with careful financial planning. The village is keeping a close eye on expenses while making sure residents get the services they need.

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📚 Roslyn Schools Hold Steady with $140.9M Budget

The Roslyn School District reviewed its $140.9 million budget for 2026-27 with no changes from the earlier version. The Board of Education is keeping its focus on educational quality and student success. The budget matches what other local districts are doing as they work through funding challenges.

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