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Winnebago County districts explore 1% sales‑tax referendum to fund school facilities; Harlem has passed resolution

5819458 · September 3, 2025
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Summary

Rockford Public Schools’ finance update reported broad preliminary support from neighboring districts for a countywide 1% sales‑tax referendum to fund school facilities, with a target ballot date in the March primary and a December deadline to file.

Rockford Public Schools staff told the planning and development committee that most Winnebago County districts contacted about a proposed countywide 1% sales‑tax for school facilities have indicated interest and that several intend to bring resolutions to their boards. "Harlem is a definite yes in moving forward," Chief Financial Officer Doctor Greg…

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