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THE ½ PENNY PLAN
This November, Palm Beach County voters will have the
opportunity to invest in our children, our schools, and our
future with the ½ penny sales tax for education.
This dedicated funding is a continuation of an existing ½
penny that has ensured Palm Beach County is fostering strong
schools and strong communities.
SAFEGUARDS ½ PENNY KEEPS
TO PROTECT OUR SCHOOLS STRONG
TAXPAYERS
ENHANCES FUNDS capital and
Dedicated funding school security maintenance projects
for our schools and safety
Independent UPGRADES
oversight IMPROVES the school bus fleet
committee classroom technology
and equipment
Expires in 2035 THE ½ PENNY is a
and cannot be $ continuation of an existing
renewed without REINVESTS sales tax rate for schools
voter approval in schools in Palm Beach County and
and facilities will not raise taxes
STRONG SCHOOLS, STRONG COMMUNITIES
Look for the ½ penny for schools on your November ballot
ELECTION DAY: NOVEMBER 5 TH
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