May 2026 Earned Income Tax Renewal

No New Taxes - Renewal of Existing Earned Income Tax

Jonathan Alder Local Schools is committed to connecting our community with clear, accurate information about district finances. As part of that effort, the district is sharing information about an income tax renewal that will appear on the May 5, 2026 ballot.

NO NEW TAXES. The  May  2026  ballot  issue  is  a  renewal  of  the  district’s  existing  0.75%  earned  income  tax that supports school district operations. 

Key Facts

  • This is not a new tax

  • The tax rate would remain exactly the same

  • This is a renewal of an existing tax

  • The renewal term is 10 years

  • The tax applies only to earned income

  • Social Security benefits, pensions and similar retirement income are not taxed

Earned Income Tax vs. Bond Issue

The May 2026 income tax renewal is separate from the district’s recent November 2025 Bond Issue and adds no new taxes.

  • Earned Income Tax: Pays for operations and salaries

  • Bond Issue: Pays only for constructing buildings and major facility improvements

Why the Renewal Matters

This income tax represents a significant portion of the district’s operating budget. The renewal maintains funding that is already part of the district’s long-term financial  plan. If  the  tax  is  not  renewed,  the  district would  experience  a  loss  of  existing  operating  revenue. This would impact student programming, staffing, and athletics, such as coaching contracts and free student passes currently funded by the district.

Community members are encouraged to review the information to better understand the May 2026 income tax renewal. Below, you can review frequently asked questions and submit questions to the district.

Additional Information & Links

Frequently Asked Questions

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