Cincinnati Schools Seek New Tax for Upgrades | Cincinnati News

Cincinnati Public Schools is rolling out a bold new tax plan this November — an earned income tax, the first of its kind for the district — aimed at closing budget gaps and funding critical upgrades like building repairs, career training, and hiring more staff. After weighing options, the board chose a 0.75% rate, arguing property taxes would unfairly burden renters and those without homes amid economic strain. A $50K earner would pay just over $30/month, with the goal of raising $74 million annually. Critics say the district should fix performance issues first — pointing to attendance and academic standards — but the school board president stands by their work and invites direct engagement. Voters will decide whether to fund this transformative investment in education. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/643da0d9ed3accc3