KSD 140 School Board Approves Second Year of Property Tax Abatement

At its February meeting, the Kirby School District 140 Board of Education voted to abate an additional $3.1 million in local property taxes for the second consecutive year. This decision follows the district’s successful receipt of two Property Tax Relief Grants from the State of Illinois, which allows local tax reductions while maintaining funding levels with state dollars. In total, the district will provide $12.4 million in property tax relief to District 140 residents over three years.

"By abating local property taxes, we are working to support both our schools and our taxpayers," said Board President Tom Martelli.

"We understand that property taxes can be a significant expense for families and businesses. Our goal is to maintain excellent educational opportunities for our students while easing the financial impact on our community through responsible fiscal management."

The Board remains committed to balancing strong educational programming with financial responsibility, ensuring students receive high-quality instruction while keeping the tax burden manageable for residents.