FAQ — Linn R-II School Levy

Question 1

What is the Linn R-II school levy?

Accepted Answer

A .50 increase in the school property tax levy. Linn R-2 Schools have the lowest operating levy in our conference and are currently at the minimum levy allowed by the State.

Question 2

How much will this cost me?

Accepted Answer

The average property owner will see a monthly increase of approximately $20 — less than $1 per day.

Question 3

What happens if the levy does not pass?

Accepted Answer

The district will be forced to use all of its reserves and lay off teachers.

Question 4

Where does the money go?

Accepted Answer

All levy funds stay within the Linn R-II School District, primarily for educator salaries and student programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

About the Levy

Cost to Taxpayers

How the Money Is Used

Community Questions

District Information

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Frequently Asked Questions

About the Levy

What is the Linn R-II school levy?

Why is this levy needed now?

When is the vote?

What happens if the levy does not pass?

Cost to Taxpayers

How much will this cost me?

Will my taxes go up every year?

How the Money Is Used

Where does the money go?

Can the district spend the money on anything it wants?

Will the levy fully close the budget gap?

Community Questions

What are the football costs to the district?

Didn't we just pass a Bond Issue?

What about Open Enrollment?

District Information

General Levy Information

Video Series: Intro

Video Series: Construction vs. Operating Money

Video Series: Work on Salaries

Video Series: Football Cost and Activities

Video Series: Sports Betting and Tuition

Video Series: Final Video

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