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Canfield Board Places Five-Year Tax Levy on Ballot

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Canfield, Ohio. The Canfield School Board voted Wednesday to place a five-year tax levy on the Nov. 3 ballot after proposing a $5.9 million measure to support building renovations and maintenance, officials said this week. The board acted amid reported budget shortfalls and will send the measure to the county auditor for final ballot approval. Canfield officials reported a projected $3 million shortfall over two years, while another account stated the levy would eliminate a $300,000 deficit within two years. If voters approve the five-year, 5.9 mills measure on Nov. 3, it would generate funds for renovations and maintenance and is estimated to cost property owners about $200 annually per $100,000 valuation; the county auditor must approve ballot placement.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

Past five years: Canfield voters rejected levies three times for school projects.
Last month: Board proposed a five-year, $5.9 million levy for renovations and maintenance.
Wednesday: The Canfield School Board voted unanimously to place the levy on the Nov. 3 ballot.
Nov. 3: Voters will decide on the 5.9-mill, five-year levy measure.
Post-election: If approved, the levy proceeds to county auditor review and implementation.

Why This Matters to You

This levy could affect your wallet if you're a Canfield property owner. If approved, expect an estimated $200 annual increase per $100,000 property valuation. This money will fund school renovations and maintenance.

The Bottom Line

Canfield schools are facing a budget crunch, and this levy is their proposed solution. It's been rejected three times in the past five years, so it's not a sure thing. If you're a voter, mark Nov. 3 on your calendar. Worth forwarding if you know other Canfield residents.