Cincinnati Public Schools asks voters for a 7-mill operating levy

Cincinnati Public Schools is asking voters on Nov. 3 to approve a 7-mill operating levy that would raise about $66.3 million a year, WVXU's Cincinnati Edition reported.

The district submitted its budget to the state without counting on the money, and leaders have warned a defeat could mean major cuts. The request comes as homeowners face rising property tax bills and several area districts' levies are at risk.

CPS is holding town halls from 6 to 7 p.m. on Oct. 13 at Dater Montessori School and on Oct. 20 at Walnut Hills High School.