Articles - Fall 2006 - return to index
Voters will be asked to consider a local option levy for instructional programs and services for Lane Community College in the November 7 election.
Adoption of the levy would minimize budget impacts such as program reductions and lay-offs. Reductions in state funding for community colleges mean Lane receives less state funding now than it did five years ago.
If passed , the college would levy $1,366,372 annually for five years beginning July 1, 2007. A total of $6,831,860 would be levied over five years. Passage requires a majority of votes cast, with no turnout requirement.
It is estimated that the proposed tax would result in a rate of 6 cents per $1,000 of assessed value, or $9 a year in additional property taxes for a home assessed at $150,000 in tax year 2007-08.
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Proceeds would be used to fund instructional programs and services including:
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