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Investing in Springfield’s Future

SLS Board of Education places 0.5% Earned Income Tax on November 3, 2026 Ballot. The half percent Earned Income Tax will support district operations.

Springfield Local Schools is committed to providing a high-quality education for every student while maintaining responsible stewardship of taxpayer dollars. The upcoming levy represents an important opportunity for our community and the programs, staffing, and resources that directly impact our classrooms. This page is designed to provide clear, transparent information so residents can stay informed and confident in their understanding of the levy.

Springfield Local Schools Levy Information

    School Funding 101
    Ohio School Board Association: Beyond the Levy Headlines

    Hear from others about why Ohio public school districts seem to be on the ballot more often.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Il_0Q0-jCLY

    Current School District Levies

    Click "View More" to see further detail on the current property tax levies collected by Springfield Local Schools.

    Current Levy Efforts by Springfield Local Schools

    New Operating Levy - 0.005% (Half Percent) Earned Income Tax on the Ballot November 3, 2026

    This new levy, if passed, would begin collection in January of 2027. If passed, this Operating Levy would collect a 0.005% (half percent) of Earned Income for Springfield/Holland residents. As detailed by the Tax Commissioner of the Ohio Department of Taxation, a half percent Earned Income Tax would generate $4,546,110 per year (4.5 million dollars).

    An Earned Income Tax does NOT collect on the following retirement plans and retirement investments: Retirement, pension, Social Security and unemployment income are NOT subject to this local tax.

    An Earned Income Tax does not generate money for the district at a set rate immediately like past Property Tax levies would. Earned Income Tax has a slower return rate to the district that could take up to a year to complete full collection.

    Property Tax Levy Frequently Asked Questions
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