Voters in Lorain approved a school levy Tuesday in the primary election, a measure supporters call a direct investment in the future of the city’s students and staff.
LORAIN, Ohio - Voters in Lorain approved a school levy Tuesday in the primary election, a measure supporters call a direct investment in the future of the city’s students and staff.
The district says the levy will provide enough funding to stabilize its finances moving forward, after a year marked by layoffs and major budget cuts.from the Lorain County Board of Elections, the measure passed with 51.32% of the vote — 3,076 votes for the levy and 2,918 against. Issue 5 has been a major topic in the community after Lorain City Schools said it was forced into significant reductions.
, including 106 teachers, and made adjustments to programs and school structures. The district blamed a drop in state funding and local property tax revenue.
“I think with a lot of the cuts that were made nationally and at the statewide, it just trickled down to the county to the point where it finally affected our school system, where earlier this year we had to lay off 100 plus teachers,” said Angel Arroyo, Lorain 6th Ward councilman. “Our kids are the most important, and that’s what we’re here for,” said Julie Garcia, the President of the Lorain Education Association.
“It was extremely important that we get this levy passed so that we didn’t have to cut more people, more teachers, more parapros, more custodians, cleaners, you know I mean just anybody,” Garcia said. Arroyo acknowledged some residents were unhappy, but said the vote reflects a community priority.
“Some people aren’t happy with some of the decisions that are being made by some of their elected officials, and they have a right to vote no,” Arroyo said. “But just in general, the city of Lorain believes in our children, and I think that’s why they stood up yesterday and voted yes on this issue.
”Parent Arthur Lusane said he’s seen firsthand how much student support can matter, and why he believes the district needs resources to keep that work going.
“I was part of the school system at one time, and it is awesome to be able to change lives, to be someone in someone’s life that they can look forward to coming to school. You never know what people are going through, alot of people don’t look like what they’ve been through. So, you’ve got to have that empathy and Lorain City Schools, they accomplished that,” Lusane said.
He added that education is foundational for the community’s future and the levy will help stablize that.
“If you’re going to have a healthy society, you’re going to need educated students so that they are ready for the workforce, so there ready to be good entrepreneurs and good citizens,” Lusane said. “So, if you don’t have that base, then you’re looking for trouble. ”“This outcome reflects a shared belief that our students deserve stability, opportunity, and a strong public education system right here in Lorain.
Because of you, we are able to move forward with a renewed sense of purpose. Together, we committed to protecting classrooms, preserving opportunities, and continuing the work of strengthening our schools. ” The board adds they will continue to listen, engage, and continue working together to ensure every Titan has access to the education they deserve. Olmsted Falls family-owned restaurant owner speaks on fire damagesCleveland Police looking for missing 14-year-old girl
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