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Madison voters will encounter two referendum questions, one for facilities and one for operations, on the November 5th ballot. If passed, they would incrementally increase property tax over the next 4 years. By 2028, the average Madison property tax will be raised by more than $1,300. (That’s based on the average Madison home valued at $457,300.) The operations increase will be used in part to recruit and retain educators, invest in 4k programs, and support multilingual education. The increase for facilities will address the repair and remodel needs for aging school buildings and update technology in elementary and middle schools.

On today’s show, host Carousel Bayrd is joined by Bob Solder, assistant superintendent of financial services, and Cindy Green, assistant superintendent of teaching and learning to discuss why the school district is asking for the levy and bond.

Find what is on your ballot at myvote.wi.gov

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