The Smithville School District is asking voters to consider two questions on the April 8, 2025 ballot. Both resulting in a No Tax Rate Increase.
One is a Levy Transfer that would authorize Smithville School District to increase the Operating tax levy by $0.30, while concurrently reducing the Debt Service levy by $0.30. This would result in a zero-tax rate increase. Pending voter approval, this proposal will allow the District to allocate approximately $1.2 million to salaries and benefits, retaining and hiring quality staff, and reducing class sizes.
The other is a Bond Initiative that would authorize the District to issue bonds for facility improvements without increasing the current tax rate. Pending voter approval, this proposal will allow the District to address the following projects:
Improve safety and security at the main entrance, classrooms, library/media center and restrooms at Smithville High School.
Improve classrooms, library/media center, locker rooms and restrooms at Smithville Middle School.
Improve softball and baseball facilities to include turf and site amenities.
Expand all-weather playing surfaces at Horizon, Maple and Eagle Heights Elementary Schools.