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3 days ago
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'Struggled': Here's why Easton's town pool is closed for the season
Whether or not Easton voters approve a $7.3 million tax levy limit override, one result of the town's money crunch is plain to see. The town pool won't open this summer. Town officials have already shuttered the 101 E. Lincoln St. facility in North Easton for the current season. Town Administrator Connor Read explained the decision in a February budget change memo. "Since the pandemic, the Pool has struggled programmatically to cover expenses through its program and membership fees," he wrote. "[Health and Community Services] has worked diligently with the Recreation Commission to bring new approaches to the Pool to increase membership and shore up its finances, but the progress hasn't closed the yearly operating gap." That means the town can use the money that would have covered 16 seasonal pool staff, plus maintenance costs, can be shifted to support other programming. "As undesirable as it is to see a community asset like the pool close for the season, the elimination of existing HCS programming personnel who manage 142 unique community programs per year enjoyed by thousands of residents instead would be an even more regrettable outcome," Read wrote. The sandy-bottomed pool isn't the only municipal service at stake in the Proposition 2 1/2 override vote that ends on Tuesday, June 10. Without the increase in taxing authority, town officials say there will be widespread cuts. Those are expected to include the equivalent of 47 full-time jobs at the schools, plus job losses at Fire, Police, Public Works and Town Hall. In-person voting for the special Easton election is Tuesday, June 10 from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. at Oliver Ames High School Gym, 100 Lothrop St. Early in-person voting is over. If you are voting by mail, your ballot must either be dropped in the secure ballot box at the town offices 136 Elm St. by 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 10 or received by the town clerk by that time. This close to election day, the town recommends using the dropbox. Send your news tips to reporter Chris Helms by email at CHelms@ or connect on X at @HelmsNews. This article originally appeared on The Enterprise: Easton town pool closes amid budget crisis. What to know
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19-05-2025
- Politics
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Lohud.com will post school election results as they come in on Tuesday, May 20
School district elections take place Tuesday, May 20, and will post results as we get them for districts in Westchester, Rockland and Putnam counties. Polling hours vary but most districts close polls by 9 or 9:30 p.m. Look for lohud to start posting results shortly after 9:30 p.m. for small districts, although it usually takes several hours for some districts to release results. Registered voters will be asked to approve school board proposals for 2025-26 and choose school board candidates. Some districts will also ask voters to weigh in on a variety of propositions that have to do with spending public money. In some districts, library budgets and trustees are also on the ballot. Turnout is usually quite low for school elections, which take place each year in May. Three districts — Mamaroneck, New Rochelle and Pearl River — are proposing to raise their property tax levies by more than allowed under their state-imposed tax caps, meaning they will need the support of more than 60% of voters. Of the 53 voting districts in the Lower Hudson Valley, 28 are proposing to increase their tax levy as much as allowed under their tax caps. The Yonkers Public Schools, as one of New York's "Big 5" school systems, does not have a public vote on its budget. Districts where budget plans are defeated can propose second budget plans for public votes on June 17. Last year, voters rejected initial budget plans in Chappaqua and East Ramapo. Chappaqua was among four districts in the Lower Hudson Valley that proposed breaking their tax caps, but voters approved a second, revised budget plan that stayed under the district's tax cap. East Ramapo voters approved a second budget plan that included a 1% tax levy increase. But state Education Commissioner Betty Rosa, in a rare move, ordered the district to raise this year's tax levy by an additional 4.38%, an action that continues to divide the community. This article originally appeared on Rockland/Westchester Journal News: Lohud to post Westchester, Rockland NY school election results May 20
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06-05-2025
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May 6 election: Did my school levy pass or fail?
2 NEWS will be sharing results after polls close. Check back for updates. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — Several local school districts have tax levies on the ballot tonight, which will determine which districts will see new construction or possible staffing cuts. 2 NEWS has been highlighting important tax levies in the weeks approaching the May 6 election. Learn more about each levy and their results as they come in. CLICK HERE to see more election results. Beavercreek bond issue reappears on May ballot The Beavercreek City School District is asking voters for the second time to pass a bond issue to help build a new high school — something that school officials say would help address a major increase in student enrollment after several years of steadily increasing numbers. The 4.9 mill bond issue would cost local homeowners $172 annually for each $100,000 of appraised real estate value. Clark-Shawnee schools propose tax levy: What to know Clark-Shawnee Local School District says that they have been spending in the negative, and this levy would allow them to operate with more breathing room. A majority of this levy will go to retaining the district's current faculty and staff. And if the levy does not pass, the school board has approved the creation of a plan to look at cuts across the district. Greenon school levy looks to finish projects, build new facilities Greenon Local Schools says their levy is needed to transform the district and provide quality education to students. The levy will go toward three areas for the district — a new transportation hub, the elementary school and a new space for its wrestling athletes. If passed, this levy will cost homeowners $97 for every $100,000 of appraised property value. Huber Heights schools facing $7M in cuts if levy fails Huber Heights City School District says the district is currently operating in a deficit, prompting an operating levy that could pull them out of the red. Huber Heights residents will vote on a 6.9-mill operating levy that would generate $7.8 million to help the school district cover its day-to-day expenses. If it passes, the levy would cost residents about $242 a year for every $100,000 of appraised property value. Mad River Schools propose levy for school upkeep Mad River Local School District says building maintenance is expensive and taking thousands of dollars from the school's general fund, when those dollars could be going to other resources for staff and students. This 2.9-mill levy would cost homeowners $100 per $100,000 of appraised property value. Northmont Schools facing further cuts if levy fails again Northmont Local School District is facing even more cuts if their levy does not pass. With two failing levies on the ballot in 2023, the district had to cut over 40 positions. This time, the levy asks for 3.44 mills for ten years in order to fund day-to-day operations, including maintaining teachers, clubs and transportation for the district. Residents would pay $120 for every $100,000 of appraised property value. Oakwood levy would improve safety of historic school buildings Oakwood School District says the proposed bond levy would fund upgrades across its facilities, improving safety while preserving the district's historic charm. Oakwood residents will vote on Issue 12, a 4.74-mill bond levy that would generate $40 million to upgrade school facilities. If it passes, the levy would cost residents about $166 a year for every $100,000 of property value. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
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06-05-2025
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May 6 election: Which tax levies passed or failed?
2 NEWS will be sharing results after polls close. Check back for updates. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) — While primary elections have far fewer issues on the ballot, several important tax levies are at stake for local communities. 2 NEWS has been highlighting important tax levies in the weeks approaching the May 6 election. Learn more about each levy and find their results below as they come in. Looking for school levy results? Click here. Enon mayor urges voters to support police with tax levy on ballot The village of Enon has a property tax appearing on the ballot that if passed, will keep their police department running. A 1.75-mill property tax levy will help keep the town's police department in business for the next five years, costing taxpayers $61 dollars per $100,000 appraised property value. Germantown Fire & EMS facing uncertain future with levy on ballot Germantown's fire department is stuck in a tough spot — it's been 15 years since their last levy passed and this year, that funding levy from 2010 expires. Currently, the station operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, but a cut in funding this significant — to the tune of $630,000 out of their $1.3 million budget — could leave the station only operating 12 hours out of the day. Sidney seeking new tax increase to improve roads, infrastructure Sidney is looking to keep its roads safe and up to date this election day, with a street levy that would also help balance the city's budget. The levy itself isn't new to voters — in 2014, a five-year levy was passed at 0.25 percent levy on income, expiring in 2019. A 0.15 percent levy was then approved instead of another 0.25. This year, the city is looking to return to the status quo by bumping the tax back up to 0.25 percent. Sugarcreek Twp. levy would ensure emergency services for growing community The Sugarcreek Township Fire Department says they have not come to voters for funds in 10 years — but now, they need help to support their service to a growing community. The 1 mill property tax levy would cost homeowners $35 per $100,000 of appraised property value. The money raised will go toward general operating expenses. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
