Clarkston School District levy appears to be on its way to passing

The Clarkston School District capital levy appears to be on its way to passing, with 52.9% of voters casting yes ballots.

Results posted Tuesday evening show 1,996 yes votes to 1,776 no votes. Ballots had to be postmarked by today, so more votes will be added in the days to come. Results will be certified May 3.

The levy will collect funds for infrastructure, safety and health improvements for the entire district. The levy rate will be $1 per $1,000 of assessed value. The levy will run from 2025-27. The amount collected in 2025 will be $1,866,434, the amount collected in 2026 will be $1,959,756 and the amount collected in 2027 will be $2,057,743.

For more on Tuesday's results, see Wednesday's Tribune.