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Last week, I wrote about the Indianapolis Public Education Corporation meeting where members heard options for a possible tax measure, known as a referendum, on the November ballot. In today’s top story, I breakdown different rates that IPEC could choose, and what the costs are for schools and for homeowners. Plus, today is the first of two public listening sessions on the topic. Read more in our new story.

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What different potential tax increases would mean for Indianapolis schools and homeowners

The Indianapolis Public Education Corporation is considering putting a tax increase on the ballot in November to fund Indianapolis schools. The public has a chance to share input.

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