Would You Hand Them $273 Every Year?

Would you hand over another $273 every year?Jeffco Public Schools is asking voters to approve two property tax measures—5A and 5B—that would generate a combined $133 million in new annual revenue. For a $600,000 home, the estimated cost comes to about $273 per year.Erin Brantley and Ross Izard break down what Jeffco says the additional money is needed for, including teacher compensation, career and technical education, technology, maintenance, and aging school facilities.They also examine the questions surrounding the measures: declining enrollment, growing administrative costs, concerns over past oversight, and the controversial sale of the former Emory Elementary property.With millions of dollars and a recurring tax increase on the line, what should Jefferson County voters know before they cast their ballots?