The Cost
If the referendum is approved, a home valued at $275,000 would see a tax increase of about $8 monthly or $100 per year. 40 acres of agricultural land valued at $8,000/acre would see a tax increase of $1.52 per acre or $5.07 monthly.
Financial Comparisons to Other School Districts
Hastings School District has among the lowest all taxing rates among neighboring schools. Even if the proposed referendum passes, the school tax bill would remain in the lower half of neighboring schools.
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