Politics & Government

Councilman Wilcox Announces Support for Issue 6

The levy is crucial to maintain the level of programming in the schools now, Wilcox said

In order to maintain the level of programming available in the Cleveland Heights-University Heights school district, Councilman Dennis Wilcox asks residents to consider passing Issue 6.

that would cost the owner of a $100,000 home an additional $211 per year.

"As a member of the Lay Finance Committee, I have seen that the schools have demonstrated a need," Wilcox said. "They've made $6 million in cuts in the last four years and they made a levy that was supposed to last three years last four."

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He added that the teachers and staff agreed to a two-year pay freeze, and this is the lowest millage the district has asked for in years.

"This levy is necessary to continue the quality education the schools are providing," he said. "I know that for many these are difficult times, but this is the smallest amount to ask for without increasing class size and cutting programs."

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Wilcox is running for re-election in November. Mayor Ed Kelley has already voiced his support for the issue.

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