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Treasurer warns state funding changes could cut Goshen Local revenue; board discusses outreach to legislators
Summary
Goshen Local Schools treasurer presented financial data on Oct. 13 showing the district spends about $11,000 per pupil (below the statewide average) and warned that proposed state property‑tax reforms could reduce district revenues by more than $1 million in the near term. The board discussed legislative outreach and community education.
Treasurer Todd Schenkel told the Goshen Board of Education on Oct. 13 that the district’s operating spending per pupil is about $11,000 and said the state average is roughly $12,000.
Schenkel outlined how Goshen’s share of local property tax revenue is lower than the state average and that, as property values increase, the state funding formula has the effect of reducing state aid to districts like Goshen. "Goshen's share of local property tax revenue is already 13% lower than the state average," Schenkel said, describing how the district makes up the difference with a larger state share and other revenue sources.
Board members heard an extended…
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