Many experts and lawmakers indicate the language is misleading to voters. While the ballot question states an average increase of 39.68% on the school portion of property tax, the community needs to be aware the question is required by state law to be read that way. In reality, the majority of property owners in our community will experience a $17 increase on their monthly tax fill. (Average homestead gross assessed value=$184,777).
Referendum Question Clarification
October 23, 2024