This episode discusses a potential November referendum that would ask York County voters to approve a 1 percent sales tax dedicated to school construction and maintenance. County Administrator Mark Bellamy has requested a special meeting in July to advance the measure, which could generate around 15 million dollars annually. The episode covers the tight timeline required by state law and the significant facility needs facing York County Schools, including aging buildings averaging 55 years old and no new elementary or secondary schools built since the 1990s.
1% sales tax for York schools could get public referendum in November
A referendum for a 1% sales tax to support school construction and maintenance could be put before York County voters in November, after the 2026 Virginia General Assembly passed legislation le…
