2026 Operating Levy Home

In this fall’s election, Brainerd Public Schools is asking voters to consider an Operating Levy. Operating levies provide sustained funding for the district's day-to-day operational expenses, bridging the gap left by state and federal allocations. These expenses include salaries for teachers and support staff, classroom supplies, utilities, transportation costs, and other operational expenses. 

Voter-approved funds from an operating levy can be used for various operational expenses throughout the district. They differ from the funds garnered by the 2018 bonding referendum, which are strictly for buildings.