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Eau Claire Area School Board adopts 2024–25 budgets and tax levies; referendum on Nov. 5 remains pivotal
Summary
The Eau Claire Area School Board voted unanimously to approve two versions of the 2024–25 budget and corresponding tax levies — one that assumes voter approval of a Nov. 5 capital and operating referendum and one that does not. Board members and staff outlined a multi‑million dollar deficit that the referendum is intended to address.
The Eau Claire Area School Board on Oct. 7 approved two 2024–25 recommended budgets and the corresponding tax levies — one dependent on voter approval of the district referendum and one that would take effect if voters reject the referendum. The board voted by roll call to adopt the budgets after a presentation from the district’s finance staff; the vote was unanimous.
The measures matter because the district is projecting a large shortfall without referendum revenue. Director of Business Services Dr. Elworthy told the board that October 15 state aid figures were about $500,000 lower than the July estimate, which increased the district’s property‑tax responsibility and contributed to a…
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