“Moving local elections to November might increase the number of votes cast in those races, but it would do nothing to enhance voter engagement or education. Local races and local issues are likely to get lost in the bigger state and national campaigns and many people will be voting for...
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Blue Valley gets in the game with Blue Valley District Supporter Facebook
Blue Valley is getting in the game! Thank you for sharing this information on the Blue Valley District Supporter Facebook page! Blue Valley District Supporter Voters of Blue Valley: It is vitally important that we stay alert and involved to maintain the excellent school district we are accustomed to as...
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“The [block grant] law took effect on Thursday [April 2nd] and applies to districts for the current fiscal year, which runs through June 30, and the next two fiscal years. “The law reduces the amount of ‘equalization’ aid school districts receive for capital outlay and local option budgets. That’s money...
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Sen. Ty Masterson is accusing USD 437 of delaying a maintenance project for political reasons. Superintendent Dietrich “expressed gratitude that Masterson intends to address the concerns of districts like hers with a budget proviso, but she rejected his argument concerning her district’s cash balance. “’We don’t get tax distributions on...
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