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School Election and the Tax Cap [POLL]

The tax cap has been one of the most talked about issues during budget season. Will it affect your decision to vote?

For school officials it was likely the issue that was discussed the most as they put together the 2012-13 budget.

The new state tax cap law forced theto limit the tax levy increase to 2.23 percent. 

Officials did not cut any programs, but did announce the elimination of 29 teaching positions.

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Officials also say that the cap is likely going to make things difficult going forward.

While we've heard a lot about the cap from officials, we want to know how much it's affecting voters as they head to the polls on May 15.

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Are issues surrounding the cap going to make you more or less likely to vote?

Answer our poll and weigh in with your thoughts in comments.


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