Lebanon Board of Education 7/20/26

The Lebanon City Schools Board of Education held a regular meeting on July 20, 2026, where they discussed several key topics including the annual report on district wellness and child nutrition standards, student discipline data, and financial forecasts for the district. A significant portion of the meeting focused on the district's financial status, with detailed presentations on the fiscal year 2025-2026 closeout, revenue and expense variances, and updated financial forecasts through 2031. The board reviewed consent items including personnel changes, policy updates, and educational materials. Importantly, the board discussed and approved a resolution to proceed with placing a 1% earned income tax levy on the November 2026 ballot. This levy aims to address projected budget deficits, reduce reliance on property taxes, and provide property tax relief to residents, particularly seniors and those on fixed incomes. The levy would also enable the district to maintain and improve facilities and ensure financial stability through 2032. The board approved motions related to these financial and policy matters, including the creation of new funds to track an energy project loan and adjustments to funding agreements with the Warren County Career Center.