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This document outlines the levy certification process for the Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan School District, detailing key dates and steps from August 2009 to December 2009. It explains how basic school funding is determined by the state, highlighting the importance of student enrollment in revenue calculation. The levy analysis compares historical funding levels and provides insight into local school taxes, including voter influence and school board decisions. Understanding this process is essential for community members to grasp its impact on taxes and education financing.
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2009 Payable 2010Levy Certification Independent School District 196 Rosemount-Apple Valley-Eagan Public Schools December 14, 2009 Educating our students to reach their full potential
Agenda • Levy certification process • Basic school funding • 2009 Payable 2010 Levy Analysis
Levy Certification Process • Started in August – selection of hearing dates • September – School Board set levy limit • November – County sent out proposed tax statements • December – Final levy certification by School Board
How Schools Are Funded • State determines funding formula
Basic Funding Formula History • 01-02 $4,068 • 02-03 $4,601 • 03-04 $4,601 • 04-05 $4,601 • 05-06 $4,783 • 06-07 $4,974 • 07-08 $5,074 • 08-09 $5,124 • 09-10 $5,124 • 10-11 $5,124
How Schools Are Funded • State determines funding formula • Majority of revenue is determined by the number of students served in the district
How Schools Are Funded • State determines funding formula • Majority of revenue is determined by the number of students served in the district • Revenue = Formula x Pupils served • Under current law formulated revenues are primarily paid by state aid
How Are Local School Taxes Determined? • Voter determined • Bond votes • Operating Levy votes • School Board decisions • Authority is limited through legislation • Special levy authority…Safe schools levy, Alternative Facilities levy, Health and Safety levy etc.