How is the sales tax issue impacting future budgets?
When it became evident in August 2008 that the district could reasonably anticipate the restoration of future sales tax revenue beginning in January 2009, the Board of Education restored $945,000 (half of the original $1.9 million that was withheld) to the revenue projection before tax rates were set, thereby reducing the amount of tax levy necessary to balance the budget. The 2009-2010 revenue statement recognized the full restoration of sales tax due the district. Q: For the 2009-2010 school year, what are the taxes on a house assessed at $100,000 in Henrietta? A: Actual Tax on Full Assessment: $1,858.01 Tax with Basic STAR ($30,000)*: $1,300.61 Tax with Enhanced STAR ($50,000)*: $929.01 * Note: Other Senior Citizen Exemptions Exist for Qualified Owners Q: Where can I learn more about the proposed budget? A: First, consider joining the Budget Advisory Council. The BAC was formed in 1995 to provide a forum for stakeholders and the superintendent to share ideas that will lead to the de
