School Budgets Pass Across North Fork

North Fork voters passed school budgets for , , , and on Tuesday, a result that will raise tax levies across the region, with the exception of the districts of elementary schools Oysterponds and New Suffolk, to cover education costs.

In the only contested race,beat out for a seat on the Mattituck-Cutchogue School Board. Board president and board member were re-elected.

Scott DeSimone, re-elected in Southold, noted that the difference between this budget and a contingency budget would be approximately $300,000 — making it the closest it has ever been to a contingency budget.

"I am very pleased as always," DeSimone said. "For me it's a nail biter because I never know what to expect. It is reaffirming to see people come out and support the budget. There have been a couple of years of small increases due to things outside of our control. The voters don't always understand that."

Superintendent David Gamberg said that he was pleased the community has once again supported the schools.

"We are thankful in this difficult economy that seniors, families and all residents were able to come out and support our school system," he said.

See the results below.