Despite tough times, Cheney school levy passes with ease

A few lines on the February ballot represent nearly a quarter of the Cheney School District’s budget.

If voters approve a three-year levy Feb. 14, the levy rate would rise around 23 cents, but officials are assuring voters that the total tax rate for Cheney schools would remain below $5 per $1,000 in assessed property value.

The district is asking voters to approve a three-year levy to replace the expiring one. The taxpayer dollars help fund extracurricular programs, specialized education programs, teacher training, administration and more. Known as the maintenance and operations levy, the nam...