The Pottstown School Board adopted a $92.7 million budget for 2025-2026 that will increase taxes by 5.8% — marking the first tax increase in five years. The median property assessed at $78,995 in the district can anticipate an additional $192 in taxes for a total of $3,506. The district will use approximately $3.8 million out of the reserve fund balance to cover a budget deficit. School Board Member Kurt Heidel said he still doesn’t quite see how a $9 million deficit “snuck up on us,” referring to the original deficit amount unveiled in February. Board President Katina Bearden pointed out that the board was forced to pass a budget without the state budget being passed and was forced to budget for less state aid than what was promised. When Pennsylvania passes its budget, Pottstown may end up with more aid than expected.
Source: Pottstown Mercury; 6/30/2025