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As local property tax revenues dwindle, Dr. Cordell Eric warns that state aid may not be enough to save Deer Creek and over 500 other districts from severe funding cuts.

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Deer Creek cautions that state aid likely can’t fully replace lost local revenue under State Question 847
Dr. Cordell Eric said lower local property tax growth would shift demand onto state aid; because more than 500 Oklahoma districts would be affected, he said the state would need to add substantial funding to offset lost local revenue or districts would collectively face cuts.
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October 21, 2026 at 9:47 AM
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Jamestown's mayor warns that the stagnant 2% tax cap is crippling the city's ability to cope with skyrocketing inflation and calls for a re-evaluation of state funding.

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Mayor urges state to revisit 2% tax cap as inflation outpaces it
Mayor told council Jamestown has received flat basic state aid since 2011 and argued the 2% tax cap hampers municipalities' ability to meet rising costs amid higher inflation; she said the city advocates for permanent state funding changes.
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October 9, 2026 at 3:30 PM