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November 3rd Operational Referendum

Financial State of the District & Community Update

Palmyra-Eagle Area School District (PEASD) is at an important operational and financial planning juncture. To continue addressing ongoing operational needs, supporting essential student services, and maintaining educational programs, the PEASD Board of Education voted to pass a resolution placing an operational referendum question on the upcoming November 3 ballot.

If approved by voters, this non-recurring operational referendum will authorize the district to exceed the state revenue limit by $797,000 annually.

Ballot Question Wording

The referendum question will appear on the November election ballot as follows:

“Shall the Palmyra-Eagle Area School District, located in Waukesha, Jefferson and Walworth Counties, Wisconsin, be authorized to exceed the revenue limit specified in Section 121.91, Wisconsin Statutes, by $797,000 per year for four years, beginning with the 2027-2028 school year and ending with the 2030-2031 school year, for non-recurring purposes consisting of operational expenses, including but not limited to maintaining programs and staffing?”

Additional Resources

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Community Information Sessions & Resources

In accordance with Wisconsin statutory requirements, public school district communications remain neutral and factual. PEASD will host upcoming public information sessions to provide community members with additional financial context and answer questions:

  • District Updates & Fact Sheets: Information regarding district finances, revenue limits, and budget breakdowns will be updated regularly on the district website.