Here are the results:
Both the WHUFSD school budget and library passed by wide margins:
School Budget: yes 2277
School Budget: no 1629
Library Budget: yes 2509
Library Budget: no 1237
Rachel Kushner and Aaron Zelig were both defeated by incumbents Andrea Shinsato and Kurt Rockensies by wide margins.
Seat #1:
Rockensies 2223
Zelig 1717
Seat #2
Shinsato 2211
Kushner 1725
For the Library Trustee Seat David Tannenbaum defeated Ralph J. Reissman
Tannenbaum: 2073
Reissman: 1284
Echo reached out to School Superintendent Dan Rehman who said the following about the election results:
“I’m very pleased that our community has shown its support for our schools and all our school-aged students in the community by approving the budget and electing a strong board of education. This vote of confidence will allow us to maintain the high-quality educational programs our students deserve.
The passage of the school budget is a testament to our community’s commitment to investing in the future of our school-aged students throughout West Hempstead. I want to thank every resident who took the time to make their voice heard through this vote.
On behalf of our district, I want to thank each and every community member who turned out to cast their ballots. Your active participation in this process is a testament to your dedication and ensures that our schools can continue providing an exceptional education for all students in West Hempstead. We appreciate your support.”
