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Duluth Schools Face $30M Cuts | Duluth News
Duluth Public Schools is on the brink of deep budget cuts—$12 million already slashed since 2023, with another $15–20 million looming unless voters approve a two-part referendum this fall. The district faces shrinking state and federal funds plus soaring costs for everything from supplies to benefits. If approved, the first part of the ballot would inject $438 per student in Year 1, rising to $933 over time—a modest $15/month tax hike for homeowners with $300K homes. While not a cure-all, it’s seen as vital to avoid slashing athletics, programs, or even closing schools—and buy time to fix…
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