Sheepscot Valley Regional School Unit voters passed the $28.6 million, 2025-26 budget offer June 10. In results Superintendent of Schools Howard Tuttle provided, Alna's vote ran 37-8; Westport Island's, 85-14; Chelsea's, 51-33; Palermo's 45-10; Somerville's, 18-33; Whitefield's, 60-13; and Windsor's, 144-76. 

That is a "strong" 70% approval rate, Tuttle said June 11.

"This outcome is particularly meaningful given the challenges we faced this year, including a nearly 10% increase in high school tuition that significantly impacted our local budget. Despite these challenges, the community has once again demonstrated its deep commitment to our schools and our students. This vote of confidence reflects the daily dedication, professionalism, and care RSU 12 (SVRSU) educators bring to their work. Our students benefit as residents recognize the value of what occurs in our classrooms and school buildings, and they are proud to support the mission of RSU 12."

Unlike the budget vote that had Somerville dissenting, the unit's other ballot question — keeping the budget validation referendum process for another three years — got a clean sweep of the member towns. Alna went 37-6; Westport Island 72-25; Chelsea 60-21; Palermo 38-16; Somerville 34-17; Whitefield 55-17; and Windsor 164-54.