Public schools are funded largely by local property taxes, though many districts also receive funding from state and federal sources. (thoughtco.com)
The school, with funding from the state and the district, was able to build a new cafeteria within their facilities, and hire employees to run it. (ccsa.org)
The mayor had later said he would support $ 540 million in funding from the state without the tax. (nystateofpolitics.com)