Several school districts across Greater Cincinnati are facing difficult financial decisions after voters rejected funding levies Tuesday, leaving administrators to consider millions of dollars in budget cuts that could affect teachers, academic programs and student services.
From North College Hill to Fairfield and Lebanon, school leaders say the election results have not changed their financial challenges. While some districts are already preparing to eliminate positions and programs, others have more time to determine their next steps.
WATCH: Local school districts face millions in potential cuts after levies fail
Local school districts face millions in potential cuts after voters reject levies
The failed levies come as districts grapple with rising operating costs, changes to Ohio’s school funding system and concerns about the financial burden on taxpayers.
Winton Woods begins spending cuts after levy failure
Winton Woods City Schools has begun implementing spending reductions after voters rejected a 6.95-mill operating levy Tuesday…