DeKalb distribution error left Decatur schools underpaid; district estimates about $9M due
City Schools of Decatur staff said a filing error by DeKalb County led to under‑distribution of East Block 6 sales tax revenue and estimated the district is owed roughly $9 million (07/01/2022–07/03/2026); the county plans a true‑up and a lump‑sum reimbursement after a September board action.
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District finance and operations staff reported that a certificate of distribution for East Block 6 was not filed as planned by DeKalb County, leaving City Schools of Decatur (CSC) shortchanged for a multi‑year period. Financial staff said DeKalb’s certificate was not updated and therefore distributions continued at prior percentages instead of the approved East Block 6 allocation.
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