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Treasurer explains Resolution 14-46, an annual Taxpayer Relief Act filing; board says no tax increase planned

McKeesport Area School District Board of Directors · January 9, 2026

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Summary

During the Treasurer's report Joe explained that Resolution 14-46 is the district's annual Taxpayer Relief Act filing required by the PDE; he said the state sets a maximum rate via a market-value formula and the district currently has no plan to raise taxes.

During the Treasurer's report the chair asked Joe to explain item 9.4. Joe said Resolution 14-46 implements the district's annual Taxpayer Relief Act filing and is required by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).

Joe described the process as a state market-value calculation comparing local property values to personal income to produce a percentage cap; if the district sought to raise taxes above that cap it would require a public vote. He added that, at this time, there is no plan to raise taxes.

The chair reiterated that he felt confident the board had no plan to increase taxes this year. The transcript does not record a formal motion or vote on Resolution 14-46 during the provided excerpts.

Next steps: resolution remains on the agenda for formal consideration; any further action or vote is not recorded in the provided transcript.