Why does Anthony Wayne need more funding for operations?
Increasing costs for equipment and materials, as well as utilities and other purchased services.
Increases in special education student numbers and costs.
There are no expected federal funding increases and minimal expected funding increases from the state.
Unpaid Nexus Pipeline and residential property taxes.
The end of ESSER (Federal Funds) at the end of the 2023-24 school year.
There have been no new operational fund approved by voters since 2013.
How much money will the operational levy generate for the District?
The new operational levy is currently approved at 2.42 mills, generating approximately $3.3 million each year for five years.
How long will the operational levy last?
The proposed levy is for five years.
When did taxpayers last approve an operational levy?
Voters last approved a new operational levy in 2013.
How much will the operational levy cost me on my property taxes?
The District Treasurer is working to develop approximate costs to homeowners based on the 2024 estimated assessed values. Please check back for updates.
Property tax relief for senior citizens
Qualifying, low-income senior citizens, permanently and totally disabled Ohioans, and others who receive the homestead exemption tax credit can exempt up to $25,000 of the market value of their homes from all property taxes.
We are working to provide an updated FAQ Document with more detailed information for stakeholders. Please check back for updates.