Seminole County, FL Residents Encouraged To Rally for Education

PRESS RELEASE

A Call To Action

When: February 11, 2009 - 4:00 P.M.

Where: Lyman High School Stadium, Longwood, Florida

Lake Mary - Seminole County Council PTA is concerned that as state revenues decline, further cuts to budgets will have a negative impact on the lives of the children in Seminole County and Florida. Currently, Florida is at the bottom (50th) of the ladder in funding education and children's services. Seminole County Council PTA is a part of the largest child advocacy organization in this Nation and we want to ensure that a stable source of funding flows into the state's coffers to meet the budget needs of Florida's children.

The policies of the past have contributed to the under funding of education and children's services and depleted the revenue stream. In spite of the economic problems, there are actions the Legislature can take to generate additional revenue and minimize further cuts. These strategies include closing existing tax loopholes and comprehensive tax restructuring.

Seminole County citizens and members of 60+ PTAs in Seminole County will join together to advocate for the children of Seminole County and Florida. The Legislature must begin the process of tax reform, by closing loopholes in sales tax exemptions and find a dedicated stream of funding for Florida's Public Education System, as well as other children's services.

Contact Your Representatives

For More Information On The Rally Contact:
Judy Wiant at (407) 671-7067 or Kathy Foulk at (407) 349-9682