Cheney schools need levy

Thu., Feb. 5, 2009

The Spokesman-Review

I wanted to comment on the upcoming Cheney School District replacement maintenance and operation levy coming before voters on March 10. This levy renews our taxes at a lower rate than three years ago – it does not raise our taxes. It is essential for all districts to have these funds to provide programs and appropriate education for our children. The M&O levy provides approximately 20 percent of the budget for our district. This necessary money helps with all of the following district areas: music, counselors, library specialists, office staff, paraprofessionals, textbooks and extracurricular activities. Please join me in voting yes for the M&O levy 2009.

James Whiteley

Chairman, Committee for the Support of Good Schools

Spokane

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