Pella School Board Holding Tax Notice Hearing

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The Pella School Board is holding a public hearing on Tuesday to discuss the proposed tax notice that was mailed to property taxpayers in Marion County. The regular school board meeting will follow the hearing, with agenda items including the certified budget process, a public hearing for budget approval, and course proposals for the 2026-27 school year.

Why it matters

The tax notice hearing and regular school board meeting are important for the Pella community to stay informed about the district's finances, budgeting process, and plans for the upcoming school year.

The details

The public hearing on the proposed tax notice will be held on Tuesday, which is the second meeting in a row that has been scheduled a day later than usual. Following the hearing, the regular school board meeting will take place, with discussion around the certified budget process, scheduling a public hearing for budget approval on April 13th, and reviewing course proposals for the 2026-27 academic year.

• The public hearing on the proposed tax notice will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2026.
• The regular Pella School Board meeting will follow the tax notice hearing on Tuesday, March 25, 2026.
• A public hearing to approve the certified budget is scheduled for April 13, 2026.

What’s next

The Pella School Board will hold the public hearing on the proposed tax notice and then proceed with their regular meeting agenda on Tuesday, March 25, 2026. The board will also schedule a public hearing on April 13, 2026 to approve the certified budget for the upcoming school year.