Board begins levy planning, weighing inflation‑adjusted referendum and tax impacts Prior Lake‑Savage Area Schools board discussed operating‑levy options, timeline and tax impacts for a possible Nov. 3, 2026 referendum, including inflation indexing, per‑pupil authority and scenarios that could raise $3.3M to $7.0M; staff noted an estimated $115,000 cost for non‑November mail ballots and recommended a November timeline.

The Prior Lake-Savage Area Schools Board is weighing crucial operating-levy options that could significantly impact local taxes and education funding—are you ready to find out what this means for our community?

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Henniker board adopts 2026 budget; warns special-education costs drive tax projection The Henniker School Board adopted a proposed 2026 budget that would increase spending 2.98%. Administrators said special-education tuition, insurance rates and a negotiated teachers’ contract are the largest drivers; projected tax-rate effects could add about $1.26 per $1,000 assessed value if all warrant items pass.

The Henniker School Board's new budget proposal could mean a $441 hike for homeowners, driven by rising special-education costs and insurance rates.

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PFM warns Pawtucket of near‑term debt spike from school rebuilds; advisers urge close coordination PFM Financial Advisors told the Pawtucket City Council the city’s school construction portfolio will push annual net school debt service higher — by roughly $4.28 million at peak — before state reimbursements begin, and recommended monthly coordination, phased borrowing and other measures to smooth tax impacts.

Pawtucket faces a staggering spike in school-related debt that could reach $435 million—are city leaders prepared to tackle the financial storm ahead?

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Tacoma School Board reviews draft language, timeline and tax impacts for two February levies District staff presented details of two proposed levies — Proposition 1 (Educational Programs & Operations) and Proposition 2 (K‑12 technology replacement) — including staffing funded, tax impacts for the average homeowner and the ballot timeline; no final board adoption occurred at the study session.

The Tacoma School Board is gearing up for crucial decisions on two proposed levies that could significantly impact local education and technology funding.

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Concord Board Discusses $13M Tax Credits and School Renovation Impact Concord board outlines $228 tax increase for school construction with rebates expected.

The Concord School Board just unveiled $13 million in federal tax credits that could ease the financial strain of upcoming renovations, but what does this mean for your taxes?

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