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Heads up! Our parent watchdogs have scanned the upcoming agenda for Olentangy Local. We found 3 items that need your immediate attention before the vote.
| 🚨 HIGH CONCERN (LEVEL 9) |
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District Forecasts Massive Deficit, Paving Way for Tax Hike
The Treasurer’s 5-year forecast projects a fiscal cliff, with spending rapidly outpacing revenue. The district’s cash balance is projected to go into the red by 2029, creating the justification for a major tax levy campaign directed at homeowners.
Recommended Action Plan
DEMAND ACCOUNTABILITY: This forecast is the opening move for a new tax levy. Email Superintendent Todd Meyer at todd_meyer@olsd.us and Treasurer Timothy Jenkins at ryan_jenkins@olsd.us: ‘Before asking taxpayers for more money, we demand a public line-by-line audit of all non-classroom spending. What specific cuts will you make before proposing a levy based on the August 6th forecast?’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Future Tax Increases
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| ⚠️ NEEDS REVIEW (LEVEL 6) |
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District Ends Busing for Some Private and Parochial School Students
The board is voting to declare transportation “impractical” for students attending several area private and parochial schools, including St. Mary and Tree of Life. This forces parents to arrange their own transportation in exchange for a payment that may not cover the full cost and time burden, effectively penalizing school choice.
Recommended Action Plan
PROTECT SCHOOL CHOICE: This action penalizes families who choose alternatives to the public school system. Call Board President Brandon Lester at (740) 657-4050: ‘Item 12.G makes it harder for parents to exercise school choice. I urge the board to find a way to provide direct transportation for these students, not just a check.’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: Burdens on School Choice
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| 👀 MONITOR (LEVEL 5) |
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Board to Approve $77 Million Construction Contract
Under the consent agenda, the board is set to approve a $76.9 million contract amendment for the new High School #5. This massive expenditure is a key driver of the district’s long-term spending growth detailed in the new financial forecast that projects a major deficit.
Recommended Action Plan
MONITOR SPENDING: This is a huge price tag that contributes to the district’s forecasted deficit. Email Treasurer Timothy Jenkins at ryan_jenkins@olsd.us: ‘Regarding the $77M contract for High School #5, please confirm that this project is on-budget and that these costs are fully aligned with the projections shared with voters when the construction bond was approved.’
💰 Taxpayer Impact: $76,980,792.53
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