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Chesterfield Votes on School Tax | Richmond News
Chesterfield County voters face a pivotal November decision: approve a one percent sales tax hike to fund critical school upgrades and maintenance — or risk delaying key projects by over a decade. The tax, set to last 20 years and generate up to $70 million annually, won’t affect groceries or hygiene items. To ease the burden, county leaders promise to cut property and real estate taxes. Funds will go toward rebuilding Midlothian Middle, expanding Thomas Dale High, launching new schools in Midlothian and Clover Hill, upgrading L.C. Byrd’s gym, and boosting maintenance — all aimed at…
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