Programming Investments (Ballot Issue 5D)

Ballot Issue 5D authorizes an 8.129 mill property tax increase, also known as a Mill Levy Override (MLO). Revenue from an MLO can be used for programs and staff, but not for construction or repair of buildings. This would raise $34.5 million annually and would cost a homeowner about $20 more each month on a home valued at $500,000. This revenue would be invested in:

  • Add Elementary Specials Classes

    Giving elementary students the opportunity to take more specials classes like computer science and world languages.

    Projected Cost: $5 million

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  • Expand CTE and STEM Opportunities

    Career and technical education (CTE) opportunities are incredibly popular with students—so much so that most courses currently have a waitlist.

    Projected Cost $8.6 million

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  • Invest in World Class Staff

    In a recent survey, 60% of community members ranked hiring and retaining high-quality staff members as their top funding priority for the district.

    Projected Cost: $17.5 million

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