Mt. Healthy City Schools proposed levy to be on May ballot

Mt. Healthy City Schools is at a financial crossroads. The district is seeking voter approval for a five-year emergency levy on the upcoming May primary ballot to help close a projected $11 million deficit. If passed, the levy would generate approximately $1.5 million annually, providing essential support to maintain operations and student services.

For homeowners, the cost of the levy would amount to an estimated $8.75 per month for every $100,000 of their home’s assessed value — a modest increase with significant implications for the district’s future.

Without this financial lifeline, Mt. Healthy officials warn of difficult decisions ahead. Possible consequences include salary freezes for staff, significant cuts to athletics and extracurricular programs, and reductions in student transportation — all of which could greatly impact students and families.

This levy is part of a broader trend, as several other districts across the region also have tax measures on the May ballot. The outcome of these votes could shape the educational landscape for years to come, determining whether schools have the resources they need to serve their communities effectively.

For Mt. Healthy, the message is clear: the May vote is not just about finances — it’s about the future of its students.