PUEBLO, Colo. (KKTV) – Teachers in Pueblo County District 70 may not get a raise as Ballot Issue 4A or the Mill Levy Repeal is expected to fail.

This ballot issue would have given D70 additional funds they were going to give to address infrastructure issues and make teacher pay more competitive.

Currently, teachers in D70 earn an average of $42,500 per year, compared to teachers in neighboring districts who earn an average of $68,250.

Money from this mill levy was also to go toward major infrastructure repairs in D70, such as the septic and sewer system at Pueblo County High School, as well as a new roof for the school.

In a statement from a District 70 spokesperson, they tell us, “While we are disappointed by this, we respect the decision of our voters to repeal the mill tax.”

District 70 goes on to say, “Pueblo County School District 70 remains committed to providing safe learning environments and quality education for all students. However, without this additional funding, we face significant challenges in addressing our aging infrastructure and other critical needs. We will continue to prioritize student safety and educational excellence. We are grateful for the continued support of our staff, families and community partners as we navigate these financial challenges and work toward solutions that best serve our students and schools.”

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