Advocates say the tax will help get Duval Schools teachers paid an amount closer to what they deserve.
Background on raising taxes for schools in Jacksonville
Typically, UNF Public Opinion Research Lab Director Michael Binder says, taxes for schools favor well among the general public. The UNF poll showed a stark contrast in support from registered Democrats versus opposition from registered Republicans. Despite being politicized, school board races are considered nonpartisan. The proposed 1 mill increase, equating to $1 per $1,000 of taxable property value, would go toward raising teacher salaries along with funding for arts and athletics programs in schools countywide.
In Duval County, the average base salary of $47,458.26 is ranked 40th out of 69 for average teacher salaries statewide.
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