Jefferson County School Levy Receives Strong Support in Election
Jefferson County School Excess Levy set to pass in unofficial election results
The Journal | Tuesday, November 5, 2024
By Ainsley Hall
In an unofficial election result reported by The Journal, the Jefferson County Schools Excess Levy appears set to pass with 8,831 votes in favor and 4,498 against, totaling 13,329 votes counted. The levy, amounting to $25,427,656, will commence on July 1, 2026. Funding allocations include support for libraries, parks, instructional materials, school safety resources, teacher professional development, and a significant focus on salary assistance for educators. This initiative aims to enhance education for students and bolster teachers in Jefferson County.