LEXINGTON, Ky. (FOX 56) — State leaders said Fayette County parents are voicing concerns about financial decisions being made by school board leadership after an attempted tax hike was found unlawful by the attorney general's office.

According to Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) leaders, an occupational tax increase was proposed as a necessary evolution in the school's future budget to balance against anticipated funding cuts, as well as increased demand on school staff and the school facilities themselves.

"This shift broadens the tax base to equitably support public education and ensure long-term sustainability without placing additional strain on property owners," Dia Davidson-Smith, spokesperson for FCPS, said. "We encourage our community to look beyond headlines and social media

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