{
  "id": 17961072,
  "title": "Live election results: Indianapolis tax referendum for IPS and charter schools",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/03/live-election-results-indianapolis-tax-referendum-for-ips-and-charter",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-03T12:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Chalkbeat",
    "slug": "chalkbeat",
    "url": "https://www.chalkbeat.org/indiana/2026/11/03/indianapolis-tax-measure-for-ips-and-charter-schools-live-election-results/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Tuesday, Indianapolis voters will decide on a $95 million tax measure to fund both Indianapolis Public Schools (IPS) and charter schools. The revenue from the tax would go towards various programs and staff retention. The Indianapolis Public Education Corporation (IPEC), a newly formed entity, is overseeing the referendum. Leaders of both the district and charter schools emphasize the importance of the funding. Out of the total, $63 million is designated for programming, including services for students with disabilities and English learners, while $32 million supports staff and professional development. If the tax measure fails, IPS could face insolvency and a potential state takeover. Even if it passes, IPS anticipates making $20 million in budget cuts. Approximately 60 charter schools would receive half of the referendum funds. The tax rate is set at 37 cents per $100 of a home's assessed value, which would amount to an additional $221 for a $150,000 home. Former Indianapolis mayor Bart Peterson and former IPS board president Diane Arnold are among the leaders supporting the referendum. The Yes for Indianapolis Public Education campaign is backing the measure. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Election Day.",
  "summary": "Did you know search engines like Google are changing the way you see news? Keep Chalkbeat’s valuable education coverage at the top of your feeds by clicking here and checking the box next to our name . Voters heading to the polls Tuesday will decide whether to approve or reject a $95 million tax measure for Indianapolis Public Schools and charters . Leaders of both the district and local charters…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}