DCPS superintendent explains how 1 mill property tax is spent on schools

MORNING SHOW

Published: June 8, 2026 at 8:50 AM

Tags: Politics

The Jacksonville City Council is delaying a vote on a proposed ballot measure to renew the school district’s property tax levy, which is used in part to boost teacher pay. Voters approved a 1 mill property tax increase nearly four years ago. Now, the district wants voter approval to extend the existing tax — not to pay any more tax. Duval County Superintendent Dr. Christopher Bernier joined us on The Morning Show to talk about where that money goes