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Senate's 'Grand Plan' Has Local School Leaders Watching Closely

On the heels of several school leaders criticizing the State of Illinois for their dishonesty towards the public about education funding, local leaders are also trying to keep an eye on the issues being taken up as a part of the Senate's 'Grand Bargain'.
 
Superintendent of Maroa-Forsyth Schools, Mike Williams says one of the big issues in the 'Grand Bargain' is the introduction of a property tax freeze. He says if they pass it this spring, it is possible the plan could go into effect before schools have the chance to counter, bringing considerable repercussions for many districts.
 
 
The State is also considering a pension cost shift. Williams explains, normally the cost falls on the State to pay for the pensions of school teachers, but because that hasn't happened in many year, the cost will shift to local districts.
 
 
Williams believes you could see reductions in staffing or even reductions in programs if schools will be forced to pick up the tab for the pensions of its teachers. 

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