THIS WEEK IN
KIWANIS
Kiwanis
Meeting Doings
| Good Morning - At today's meeting we had two speakers regarding the upcoming District 58 referendum. Our first speaker set was from District 58, Paul Zaander, Deputy Superintendent, and Kristine Liptrot, Coordinator of Community Relations. They supplied members with information outlining why the referendum is needed, and how the money will be used (roofs, maintaining facilities, technology & maintaining current programs). They stated that it's been 51 years since the District sought a tax rate increase. They showed what's happening in surrounding districts, many have had referendums over the past 5 years. They also stated that the financial projections they are using to determine the need have been verified by two selected outside sources. The second speaker was Scott O'Connell, a Downers Grove resident, and District 58 school board candidate. He presented information showing that the tax rate increase is not needed. He stated that the District is not providing the community with complete and accurate information. After reviewing the projections, Scott does not believe a tax rate increase is warranted. Both parties have a website: Team 58 (pro tax increase) www.team58.org Community 58 (anti tax increase) www.community58.org Next Wednesday is the Membership Round Table. Please invite someone you think is interested in joining Kiwanis. Other upcoming events: March 27th - Kiwanis Club of Downers Grove's 60th Anniversary celebration March 31st - Easter Candy Hunt Have a good week! Lorie Pilster |
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