Board approves form of referendum question, authorizes staff to consult auditor

The Shelbyville Central Schools Board voted to approve the form of a proposed operating-refendum question and authorized district staff to contact the county auditor for required information and to proceed with the referendum process.

District leadership told the board the resolution follows prior direction and is intended to move the referendum toward placement before voters; the board approved the resolution on a voice vote with no recorded roll call.

Why it matters: An operating referendum, if placed on the ballot and approved by voters, would allow the district to raise operating funds through a public vote. The board's approval of the question form is an administrative step that clears the way for the auditor and election officials to review timing, wording and statutory requirements.

Meeting context: Board members said last month the board authorized staff to consult the auditor to gather information about the referendum; the current vote approved the draft form of the ballot question and next procedural steps.

Next steps: District staff will work with the county auditor and return to the board with more details and calendar dates as required by state law.