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Rockwood R‑VI board votes to call election on operating tax levy after presentations and public support
Summary
The Rockwood R‑VI Board of Education approved a resolution calling an election to increase the district's operating tax levy after staff presentations, community speakers and survey results showing varying levels of voter support for different levy amounts.
The Rockwood R‑VI Board of Education voted Aug. 18 to approve a resolution calling an election on a proposed increase to the district’s operating tax levy, following presentations from district leaders, public comments from staff and residents, and a summary of community survey results.
Thomas Cook, president of the Rockwood National Education Association, urged the board to move forward with the measure, saying the district has not increased its operating tax in decades and needs revenue to “secure the funds necessary to provide all staff a livable wage and competitive benefits.” He told the board the levy is…
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