Fairfield City School District Board Approves Resolution to Place Income Tax Issue on May Ballot

 

At its meeting on January 27, 2026, the Fairfield City School District Board of Education approved a resolution to place a 1.25% school district earned income tax on the May 5, 2026 ballot.

 

If approved by voters, the tax would be used for current operating expenses, would take effect on January 1, 2027, and would be continuing in nature.

 

Earlier this month, the Board requested and received certification from the Ohio Tax Commissioner, as required by law, allowing the Board to proceed with placing the issue before voters.

 

The school district's income tax is based on earned income, such as wages and self-employment income.

Individuals whose income consists solely of non-earned sources, such as Social Security and most pensions, would not be subject to the tax.

 

The Board has directed the Treasurer to submit the resolution to the Butler County Board of Elections by February 4, 2026, officially placing the issue on the May ballot.

 

The Fairfield City School District will continue to provide factual information to the community in the coming months to help residents understand the proposal.