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Willoughby‑Eastlake board tables 2.25% EIT, approves 1.5% measure to place on May ballot
Summary
On Jan. 12 the Willoughby‑Eastlake City Schools Board voted 5‑0 to approve a resolution placing a 1.5% earned income tax on the May ballot after tabling a proposed 2.25% option; the treasurer described revenue and timing estimates and the board said a second vote will set duration and additional language.
The Willoughby‑Eastlake City Schools Board of Education voted unanimously on Jan. 12 to approve a resolution placing a 1.5% earned income tax (EIT) measure on the May ballot, after tabling a separate motion to pursue a larger 2.25% option.
Board members said the measure is intended to offer voters an alternate way to fund district operations and reduce reliance on emergency property‑tax levies. ‘‘We keep hearing over and over again that the property tax burden is too high,’’ the board president said during discussion, noting community workgroups and outreach efforts.
Treasurer Mr. Charnello described the district’s revenue modeling and legal mechanics for an EIT.…
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