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Capital Project 2026

March 5 Capital Project Referendum and Long-Range Planning 

On March 5, 2026, the Pittsford Central School District (PCSD) community will have the opportunity to vote on a $48.7 million Capital Project tax-neutral referendum. Guided by responsible financial planning, the project will NOT increase the tax levy and is designed to address priority infrastructure needs identified in the New York State–mandated Building Condition Survey (BCS). This project will help preserve, enhance and protect the District’s facilities while supporting the District’s commitment to continuous improvement and excellence in education. 

Project Scope

The proposed Capital Project focuses on essential repairs, upgrades, and modernizations to maintain a safe and efficient learning environment for students and staff. This scope represents a portion of the broader BCS recommendations and includes improvements at multiple school sites:

  • Roof replacements and protective coatings
  • Boiler steam plant and MHS water line replacements
  • Replacement of public address systems and installation of emergency generators
  • Addition of air conditioning in large group instruction areas/areas of assembly
  • Corridor floor tile abatement and replacement
  • Parking lot repaving
  • Replacement of chillers and reduced pressure zone (RPZ) devices
  • Replacement of playground equipment

Tax Impact

This $48.7 million Capital Project has been strategically scheduled to align with the retirement of existing debt as part of the District’s long-range financial plan. As a result, the project will be funded by capital reserves, state aid, and level debt, yielding no increase to the tax levy as a result of this proposal.

Leveraging State Aid

New York State provides building aid to help districts maintain and improve their facilities. For eligible capital improvement projects, the State reimburses a large portion of project costs. For PCSD, approximately 72.7% of eligible expenses will be reimbursed by New York State reducing the local share and maximizing the value of every taxpayer dollar.

These State funds are available only for approved capital projects, making this an important opportunity to invest in the future of our schools while taking full advantage of available aid.

Community Engagement

  • The District invites all residents to learn more about the proposed project at a Public Information Forum on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, from 6:30–7:30 p.m. in the Calkins Road Middle School Commons.
  • Please mark your calendar for the Capital Project Vote on Thursday, March 5, 2026, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Calkins Road Middle School Gymnasium.