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Othello board committee recommends $1.50 replacement levy to preserve state funding and support staffing
Summary
A Future Ready committee recommended the Othello School District seek a four‑year replacement educational programs and operations levy at $1.50 per $1,000 assessed value to preserve Local Effort Assistance, stabilize finances and fund staff, activities and student supports; the board may consider a resolution Dec. 8 for a Feb. 10 election.
The Othello School District’s Future Ready committee recommended that the board place a replacement educational programs and operations levy on the February ballot at $1.50 per $1,000 of assessed value for four years, covering 2027–2030.
Committee leaders told the board the $1.50 rate is a replacement rather than a new tax and is the minimum level that preserves the district’s eligibility for the state’s Local Effort Assistance. Presenters said the rate helps the district maximize state matching funds and stabilizes the district’s financial outlook while continuing current services.
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