SUSSEX COUNTY, Del. -- As Indian River School District officials work to determine their next move after Thursday's failed referendum, voters reflect on their choice to vote for or against it.
According to the district, officials will explore numerous options to account for rising operating costs, including hosting another referendum in 2025.
Millsboro resident Nancy Maupai says she will vote in favor of the referendum a second time if it comes around again.
"We have to give these kids all the help we can for their success," says Maupai. "I hope that the school district will take more time to explain to the residents exactly where the money is the most needed and, if they are making cuts, where those cuts are going to come from."
In a statement released Thursday night, Indian River School District Superintendent Dr. Jay Owens said, "We certainly respect the opinions and wishes of our public and understand the uncertainty caused by the recent property reassessment and rising residential energy bills."
However, taxpayer Lloyd Shires says his vote against the referendum is certain.
"We've got enough taxes in Delaware as it is, and we don't need more taxes," says Shires. "We need to bring down the taxes instead of bringing them up. I'm going to support the teachers, but we don't need no more taxes."