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Asheville City Schools seeks supplemental‑tax increase; commissioners press for data and equity outcomes
Summary
Asheville City Schools Superintendent outlined uses for the city’s supplemental tax and requested an increase to maintain programs for special education and summer/after‑school services; several commissioners requested additional data on outcomes, enrollment and equity before supporting any increase.
Asheville City Schools presented its case for preserving and increasing a voter‑approved supplemental tax to sustain enhancement teachers, elective offerings and targeted services for students with higher needs.
Superintendent (Dr.) Berman traced the tax’s history and the district’s current needs, saying the supplemental levy supports locally funded positions and programs voters intended to preserve. "I am here today saying that we need a supplemental tax of 10¢ so that we can continue this work," Berman said, describing priorities such…
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