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Editor, the Tribune: The Columbia Public Schools tax levy really is a simple issue ... it's about the kids.
In 1997, I made the decision to move back to Columbia so my kids could receive a quality education. At the time, I was living in Kansas City, where they have many alternatives to public schools. Parents can choose from one of the many parochial or private schools, and some decide to move across the state line so their kids can attend Kansas public schools. Because of these alternatives, the Kansas City schools suffer terribly from a lack of community ownership and funding. Because I'm a huge believer in the importance of quality public education, I stuck it out with the Kansas City school district, hoping things would improve, until my oldest son was 13. Finally, because of the abysmal lack of financial support from the voters and constant infighting among the school board, I threw in the towel, packed up my family and moved to Columbia so we could benefit from a strong public school system.See the full content of this document
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Keep Kids in Mind On School Tax Levy Issue
Although my children are grown, I will vote yes for the proposed tax levy increase on April 8. The Columbia Chamber of Commerce also understands the economic importance of a strong school system, and it has publicly endorsed th...
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