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Effingham board approves resolution to put 1% county sales tax for school facilities and mental-health support on Nov. ballot
Summary
The Effingham CUSD 40 Board of Education voted to certify a resolution directing the regional superintendent to place a 1% retailer's and service occupation tax question on the Nov. 2024 ballot to fund school facilities, school resource officers and mental-health professionals. Board members discussed allocations, outreach and property-tax implications.
The Effingham CUSD 40 Board of Education voted to direct the regional superintendent to certify a countywide 1% retailer's and service occupation tax question for placement on the Nov. 2024 ballot. If approved by voters, the tax would be used exclusively for school facility purposes, school resource officers and mental-health professionals.
Superintendent (name not provided) said the district will run public engagement and FAQs between now and November…
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