VOTE FOR MENTOR SCHOOLS — EARLY VOTING BEGINS APRIL 7
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About
Mentor Public Schools will have a five-year, 4.9-mill operating levy on the May 2026 Primary Election ballot. If approved by voters, the levy would generate $13.5 million per year to support the district’s general operating budget—the day-to-day costs required to maintain current services for our students.
Why Is a Levy Needed?
Like many public school districts in Ohio, Mentor Public Schools faces rising costs while revenue has remained relatively flat.
Over the years, district leadership has worked hard to stretch every dollar, making $4.8 million in cuts since 2023.
Cost-saving measures have included:
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Reducing staff in proportion to student enrollment
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Closing and selling school buildings
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Redistricting schools
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Changing employee benefit plans
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Cutting departmental budgets
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Pursuing grants and alternative revenue sources
Thanks to these efforts and careful long-term planning, the district has passed only one new-money operating levy in the past 20 years (in 2016).
How Much Will it Cost?
The levy would cost the average homeowner* $415/year or $1.14/day.
Our Focus Remains Clear:
✔ Provide a high-quality education
✔ Maintain safe learning environments
✔ Manage taxpayer dollars responsibly
*Based on Lake County Auditor's reported average home value of $242,000
