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We discuss the future of public school funding

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After seeing their property tax bills spike, voters have become increasingly wary of school levies.

Now some districts are taking a different approach that avoids property tax increases, seeking income tax levies instead.

On Cincinnati Edition, we ask why school leaders think voters might be more receptive to that approach.

Plus, a bill moving through the statehouse puts Ohio school districts on notice: if they sue over private school vouchers, the measure could allow the state to withhold funding.

Guests:

  • Mike Sander, Franklin City Schools Superintendent
  • Jay Phillips, Fairfield City School District Treasurer
  • Jerry Rampelt, founder, Support Ohio Schools
  • Brandon Craig, Cincinnati Public Schools Board of Education President
  • Melissa Cropper, Ohio Federation of Teachers President

Beginning at noon, call 513-419-7100 or email talk@wvxu.org to have your voice heard on this topic. You can catch a recorded replay at 8 p.m.

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