Property taxes for schools

According to the Isthmus, three-quarters of Madison residents do not have children in the school district. Honestly, I did not know it was that high even though I am in that group. So the school board has to keep convincing the residents without kids in school that spending nearly half of their property tax payment on schools is a worthy investment.

It is. Strong schools mean a well-qualified workforce and strong property values among other things.

How would those running for school board this fall respond to homeowners that feel like they are paying too much? The Isthmus has the candidate's answers here. Arlene Silveira has the best answer.