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Pike County School Corporation Operating Spending Plan Referendum

What does this measure do?

Lets Pike County schools add a property tax for up to eight years to pay for staff, buildings, safety, and classes. The county estimates a typical homeowner would pay $149 more yearly.

Read the official ballot measure (PDF)

Proposed by: Pike County School Corporation school board (resolution sent to the state June 17, 2026)

The district's elected school board asked for this extra property tax for day-to-day school costs. Indiana requires a public vote; the state got the board's resolution June 17, 2026.

Source: in.gov

A YES vote means

Adds a school property tax for up to eight years to fund staff, building upkeep, safety, and classes. A typical home's yearly bill would rise about $149, by the county's estimate.

A NO vote means

Rejects this new school tax. The district would not get the added money planned for staff, building upkeep, safety, and classes.

Sources: in.gov2