Gendron: Tax Relief has a Price Education Spending Cap Central to Baldacci Plan

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AUGUSTA - While the state plans to infuse local school districts with additional cash, Education Commissioner Susan Gendron has cautioned administrators that the money is aimed at reducing property taxes, not expanding programs.

Gendron met with more than 100 school superintendents Monday at the University of Maine at Augusta to outline Gov. John Baldacci's proposed Act to Increase the State Share of Education Costs, Reduce Property Taxes and Reduce Government Spending at All Levels.

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Gendron: Tax Relief has a Price Education Spending Cap Central to Baldacci Plan

During the meeting, Gendron described how Baldacci's property tax relief plan would benefit education. She also detailed the impediments facing school districts if they attempt to increase spending.

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