What we learned about Barberton’s proposed 1% school income tax and who would pay it

Barberton voters will decide on a five-year, 1% school income tax on November 3. The measure aims to address funding, though district deficits are projected to remain even if it passes. The proposal outlines specific criteria for who would pay and what income types are exempt.
Barberton voters will decide Nov. 3 on a five-year school income tax. Here’s who would pay it, what income is exempt and why district deficits would remain even if it passes.
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