TIFFIN, Ohio — Voters in the Tiffin City School District have approved a 0.75% earned income tax levy to fund daily school operations, marking the district’s first new local operating revenue in more than a decade.
According to unofficial results from the Seneca County Board of Elections, the measure passed with 2,750 votes (58.3%) in favor and 1,963 votes (41.7%) against.
The six-year levy will generate an estimated $3.2 million annually, supporting classroom instruction, student services, academic programs, and essential operations. The tax applies only to earned income—such as wages and self-employment earnings—and excludes retirement income, Social Security, and investment income.
District officials emphasized that all funds will remain local and will not be used for new buildings or construction projects.
Following the results, Tiffin City Schools Superintendent Jerry Nadeau released a statement expressing gratitude to voters and staff:
“We are deeply grateful to our community for supporting the passage of the operating levy. Your trust and commitment to our schools make it possible for us to continue providing essential programs and services for our students,” Nadeau said.
The district has not passed new local operating funds since 2012, despite rising costs tied to inflation and state-mandated requirements. Officials previously warned that without additional revenue, Tiffin City Schools would have faced an annual shortfall of roughly $3.5 million, potentially forcing cuts to staff, programs, and student services.
Now, with the levy’s passage, district leaders say they can maintain class sizes, sustain arts and extracurricular programs, and continue supporting students with special needs and counseling services.
View all results from Tuesday’s 2025 general election at this link.
