Lincoln Board of Education Previews 2026-2027 Budget with Flat Tax Levy
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LINCOLN, Neb. – (June 24, 2026) – The Lincoln Board of Education held a special work session Tuesday to preview a preliminary budget for the 2026-2027 school year that proposes keeping the property tax levy flat for local residents.
District staff members presented the fiscal framework to board members and Educational Service Unit 18 leaders at the Steve Joel District Leadership Center. The proposal emphasizes fiscal responsibility while attempting to meet the educational needs of the city’s growing student population.
“We are looking to maintain a flat tax levy to provide stability for our taxpayers,” a district spokesperson said during the presentation.
The board is now actively seeking community input on the preliminary numbers before a final vote is scheduled later this summer. In addition to the budget review, the board used the June 23 meeting to highlight several staff achievements and upcoming initiatives.
Members of the public were encouraged to visit the district website to view the full budget documents and submit feedback through official channels. School officials noted that while the tax rate remains steady, the district still faces challenges related to inflation and facility maintenance costs. The proposed budget attempts to balance these rising expenses without increasing the financial burden on Lincoln homeowners.
The next regular board meeting will include further discussions on how state funding adjustments might impact the final version of the 2026-2027 fiscal year plan. Community members can attend these sessions in person or via the district’s digital streaming services.
