After a paltry turnout for a Unit 5-hosted information session on the tax referendum before voters in November, district leaders are hopeful the next two bring more participants. The school district is asking voters to approve an increase in the education fund tax rate, that if approved, could bring in an additional $20.5 million in property tax revenue.
Exceptional efforts in the classroom and in their communities helped this year’s Chancellor’s and Provost’s scholars at Southern Illinois University Carbondale stand out from their peers.
The 2022-2023 budget summary shows the district spending nearly $216 million, but drawing revenue closer to $202 million. Expenses are up about 1.5% from the previous year.