Madison levy passes, but recount needed
The levy passed with 50.23 percent of ballots in favor, according to final, official vote totals from the Richland County Board of Elections.
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The levy passed with 50.23 percent of ballots in favor, according to final, official vote totals from the Richland County Board of Elections.
Madison's new operating levy passed by just 11 votes, according to final, unofficial vote totals from the Richland County Board of Elections.
If passed, the five year levy will generate about $3.36 million in annual operating revenue Madison Local Schools.
Madison Local Schools will likely close Mifflin Elementary, implement pay-to-play fees and cut almost 50 jobs if the proposed levy fails.
MADISON TOWNSHIP — It was a full-circle moment for Lindi Holfinger.