Editorial: Why did Bend school levy fail? | Opinion
The levy for Bend-La Pine Schools did lousy in the May election. It was not close. Unofficial initial returns had 57% of voters saying: “No thank you.”
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The levy for Bend-La Pine Schools did lousy in the May election. It was not close. Unofficial initial returns had 57% of voters saying: “No thank you.”
The Colorado Brewers Guild says even small increases could hurt local business but the bill sponsors say more funding for addiction recovery is necessary.
A bad idea with bad timing often fails. I’m hopeful the new alcohol tax that’s being floated as a “fee” by Sen. Kevin Priola and Sen. Chris Hansen fits those
Bend-La Pine Schools is considering a five-year local option levy for the May ballot that would raise about $23 million per year from increased property taxes.
Bend voters should get a chance to decide if they want to pay more to boost opportunities for students in the Bend-La Pine Schools.