Which entity determines the amount of local property tax for public schools?

The Board of Education is responsible for determining the amount of local property tax for public schools. This authority stems from the Board's role in managing the fiscal aspects of school funding, which includes proposing budgets and setting local tax rates to support educational initiatives within the district. The funding generated through local property tax contributes significantly to the operational costs of schools, such as teacher salaries, facility maintenance, and educational programs.

The Board works within the framework set by state law, which outlines how local funding for schools is to be structured and allocated. While other entities, such as the County Commissioners or the State Legislature, may have some involvement in the broader budgeting process or in setting general tax policies, the specific determination of the amount of property tax earmarked for local public schools falls directly under the purview of the Board of Education.