Measure K: Ensuring Quality Education and Safe Learning Environments

On July 18th, the Board of Trustees approved placing Measure K on the November 5th ballot. This important bond aims to improve the quality of local education by addressing critical infrastructure needs in our schools.

Key Improvements with Measure K:

• Repairing Aging Schools: Modernizing old classrooms and school buildings to provide better learning environments.
• Health and Safety Upgrades: Removing hazardous materials such as asbestos and lead pipes, while upgrading facilities to meet current health and safety codes.
• Accessibility: Ensuring students with disabilities have proper access to school facilities.
• Enhanced Learning Spaces: Modernizing science labs, career technical facilities, and equipment to prepare students for careers in health sciences, engineering, technology, and skilled trades.

Financial Details:

• Bond Amount: $496 million
• Cost to Property Owners: Approximately 3 cents per $100 of assessed (not market) property value while bonds are outstanding.

Accountability and Oversight:

• Measure K includes fiscal safeguards like a specific project list, independent Citizens' Oversight, and public disclosure of all expenditures.

Additional Information:

Fact Sheet
FAQ
Bond Presentation
Site Needs
Resolution