Slama offers clarification

Clarifying statements

I would like to clarify my statement made at the Rising City Board of Education meeting on Monday, Feb. 15. As each person was allowed two minutes to offer a statement, I was unable to respond and clear up any information at the meeting.

The county's tax district is comprised of various governing bodies who are able to levy property taxes, such as county government, school districts, cities, the ESU, etc.

When I stated that I did not wish to see tax dollars leave our county, I was referring to the Rising City school levy only, which does not affect the county levy for roads, improvements, and services.

Both the David City and Shelby school districts are offering proposals which will meet the needs of our children, however, I believe it would be beneficial to keep our school tax levy dollars in Butler County. The Rising City school board members have spent hours researching viable options for this school district.

I encourage you to contact one of the Rising City school board members in order to receive the most accurate information regarding the consolidation proposals.

Kevin Slama

County Supervisor

District 3