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Board adopts $42.3 million budget and a $9.5 million tax levy for 2026-27
What happened
On October 26 the board voted 9-0 for a balanced 2026-27 budget of $42,263,524 and a total tax levy of $9,499,579 at $5.78 per $1,000 of property value. Last year the levy was $9,300,533 at $5.99 per $1,000.
Why it matters to families
The levy is the part of the budget paid by property owners. The rate fell about 3.5% while the dollar amount rose about 2%, so rising property values are carrying part of the cost.
The evidence
October 26, 2026 minutes record the roll-call vote on the budget and levy. The October 27, 2025 Finance Committee minutes give the prior-year levy and rate.
The source
October 26, 2026 board minutesSee the full record for Medford Area Public School District.
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