ORD Calling an Election on 11/3/26, to Hold a Referendum of the Qualified Electors Residing in Duval County on the Question of Whether to Cont the Current One Mill Ad Valorem Tax to Be Used for School Operational Purposes for an Add’l 4 Yrs Beginning on 7/1/27, & Ending on 6/30/31 (Staffopoulos) (Req of School Board of Duval County, FL) 5/12/26 CO Introduced: NCSPHS,R, F Public Hearing Pursuant to Ch 166, F.S. & C.R. 3.601 - 5/26/26 — 2026-387 Exhibit 1 — City Council (2026-05-12)

AI Summary

The School Board of Duval County adopted Resolution 2026-14 requesting that the Jacksonville City Council hold a voter referendum on November 3, 2026, asking whether to continue the current 1-mill ad valorem property tax for school operations for four fiscal years (July 1, 2027 through June 30, 2031). The resolution requests funds to increase teacher compensation, retain security and support staff, enhance arts and athletics programs, and maintain academic quality. It notes that Duval County teacher salaries currently rank last among Florida's seven largest urban school districts, creating difficulty in recruiting and retaining experienced educators.