Branchburg Schools Referendum 2.0
Targeted Priorities for a Modernized and Stronger Branchburg School District
Referendum 2.0 Projects At A Glance
The future of Branchburg begins in our classrooms. Through targeted upgrades, renovations, and expanded learning spaces, Referendum 2.0 will strengthen our schools, enhance student opportunities, and create a more efficient, innovative, and thriving school district for generations to come.
Ballot Question #1:
Building Systems & Infrastructure
•6 HVAC units - all 3 schools
•Restroom renovations - all 3 schools
•Roof projects/soffit repair - Whiton/BCMS
•Emergency generator-BCMS
•Aux Gym bleachers/stage - BCMS
•MultiPurpose room & Kitchen - Stony Brook
Ballot Question #2:
Stony Brook Annex
•Electrical upgrades
•Nurse's Office & Main Office renovations
•2 Additional classrooms/restrooms
•Gym and stage additions
•Site work & additional parking
A tradition of excellence, navigating the future for every student
Projects Planned At Each School
Branchburg Central Middle
Ballot Question #1
Restroom renovations
HVAC units (3)
Soffit repairs
Emergency generator
Aux gymnasium: bleachers/stage
Cost: $7,090,410
Stony Brook Elementary
Ballot Question #1
Restroom renovations
HVAC units (2)
Multi-purpose Room/Kitchen updates
Cost: $3,485,134
Whiton Elementary
Ballot Question #1
Restroom renovations
HVAC unit (1)
Roof projects (B-wing and Cafeteria)
Cost: $4,453,255
Ballot Question #1 Total Cost: $15,028,799
Ballot Question #2
Electrical upgrades
Nurse's Office & Main Office renovations
2 Additional classrooms/restrooms
Gym and Stage additions
Site work & additional parking
Ballot Question #2 Total Cost: $19,852,100
Referendum 2.0 Final Project Cost and State Aid
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Cast Your Vote on November 3, 2026
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Referendum 2.0 Projects Cost Estimations
Voter Information
Vote By Mail Information - Somerset County Board of Elections
Vote by Mail Application - Printable form
Register to Vote - Deadline October 13, 2026
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Senior Freeze (Property Tax Reimbursement): This program provides eligible senior citizens and disabled persons with reimbursements for property tax or mobile home park site fee increases on their principal residence.
ANCHOR (Affordable New Jersey Communities for Homeowners and Renters): Offers property tax relief to New Jersey residents—including seniors—who own or rent their primary home, based on specific income and residency requirements.
Stay NJ Property Tax Credit Program: A state-authorized initiative providing property tax relief, which seniors can apply for using the combined application form alongside other state relief programs.
The combined application and instructions for all three property tax programs (Senior Freeze, ANCHOR, and Stay NJ) are available on the New Jersey Division of Taxation's website under Property Tax Relief.
Property Tax Relief Initiatives for Seniors
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Learn more about Referendum 2.0 at the Branchburg Forward FAQ.
Calendar of Events
Please see this calendar for upcoming informative sessions and events to learn more and ask questions about Referendum 2.0.