OGSD Parcel Tax Town Hall Meeting - March 25, 2026

The Oak Grove School District held a Parcel Tax Town Hall Meeting on March 25, 2026, to discuss the possibility of placing a new parcel tax measure on the ballot to address the district's structural budget deficit. The meeting included presentations on the current financial challenges, the mechanics of parcel taxes, and examples of parcel tax rates and uses in neighboring districts. Attendees were engaged in interactive discussions to provide input on the potential tax amount, duration, exemptions, and purposes such as staff retention, student support services, and program funding. The district currently has a $68 parcel tax generating approximately $1.75 million annually, and community feedback suggested support for a new tax around $100 per parcel. The board plans to review community input and consider a resolution for a November 2026 ballot measure. The meeting emphasized the need for broad community involvement and accountability measures to ensure successful passage and effective use of funds.