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Milton School District urges voters to approve recurring funding referendum on Nov. 5
Summary
Milton School District presenters urged voters to approve a recurring funding referendum on Nov. 5, saying state funding ‘‘has not kept up with inflation since 2009.’’ The district estimates the measure would cost about $3.50 per month per $100,000 of property value in the first year to avoid program cuts and larger class sizes.
Presenter 2, a district presenter, said the Milton School District will ask voters on Nov. 5 to approve a recurring funding referendum, saying the measure is needed because "state funding has not kept up with inflation since 2009."
The district framed the question as a continuation and expansion of local support for schools that would address a widening funding gap. "If the referendum passes, we can maintain our high quality programming and provide stability to our students, families, and community going forward," Presenter 2 said. The speaker added that the current nonrecurring referendum is set to expire after the 2025–26 school year and that recurring approval would help cover ongoing costs.
Presenter 2 provided a concrete tax estimate: "the average tax impact on every $100,000 in property value would be $3.50 a month for the first year and is projected to decline in subsequent years." The district said those funds would be used to avoid "significant reductions to our programming," and warned that without additional revenue the district projects larger class sizes and fewer opportunities for students.
Presenter 1, opening the remarks, framed the request as part of the district's mission: "We believe strong schools lead to strong communities," and urged residents to "learn all you can about the upcoming referendum and be sure to vote on or before November 5."
Why it matters: District officials said the referendum would provide ongoing revenue to keep existing programs and staffing levels. Absent voter approval, the district said it expects budget shortfalls once the current referendum lapses, which could lead to program cuts and increased class sizes. The district did not provide a detailed budget breakdown in these remarks and did not specify exact programs that would be cut if the measure fails.
The Milton School District presentation delivered date and cost details for the Nov. 5 ballot measure and concluded with a request that voters inform themselves and cast ballots on or before the election.
