Concord School Board Candidates Debate Ballot Proposals
Candidates discussed board seats and tax measures in a recent public forum for the upcoming election.
Updated on Oct. 20, 2026 in Administration
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Concord Board of Education candidates outlined their platforms during a public forum ahead of the 2026 school board elections. The election cycle also features ballot questions regarding property tax caps and the sale of a former school property.
Why it matters
Voters will decide on the future of district administrative spending and property management during the upcoming election. These decisions could significantly influence school district operations and local tax burdens for the next two years.
HB 1300 proposes limiting property tax increases for two years and capping administration costs at 6 percent, requiring 60 percent voter approval to pass.
The players
Elizabeth Boucher
She is a candidate for the Concord Board of Education Zone B seat.
Don Brueggemann
He is running against Elizabeth Boucher for the Zone B seat on the board.
Brenda Hastings
She is a candidate for the Zone C seat on the school board.
Aaron Thompson
He is challenging Brenda Hastings for the Zone C seat.
Jackie Figueira
She is the sole candidate running for the Zone A seat on the board.
The details
During the forum, candidates running for three open Board of Education zones shared their positions on the proposed legislation and the potential sale of the former Dewey Elementary School property located at 38 Liberty St. Elizabeth Boucher and Don Brueggemann are competing for the Zone B seat, while Brenda Hastings and Aaron Thompson are vying for Zone C, and Jackie Figueira is running unopposed for Zone A.
Timeline
The Concord Board of Education elections are scheduled to occur in 2026.
Culture Shift
The proposed measure reflects a broader movement toward taxpayer-led fiscal constraints within municipal school districts. This initiative mirrors a shift in local governance where residents directly weigh in on administrative cost structures and asset liquidation.
The outcome of the election will determine if administrative spending is restricted by a 6 percent cap for the coming years. Additionally, voters must consider the long-term implications of disposing of the former Dewey Elementary School site.
The takeaway
Voters should review the specific language of HB 1300 to understand how the proposed tax caps may affect school funding in their neighborhood. Assessing the long-term impact of property sales on the local district is also essential for informed participation in the 2026 election.
Further reading
For additional context on local governance, visit the Concord Administration section.
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Should your local school district cap property tax and administrative cost increases?
