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Board reviews draft bond ballot agreement; attorneys to finalize document before 27th
Summary
District staff briefed the board on a draft bond ballot agreement prepared by the district's attorneys and aligned with the bond steering committee's plan. Trustees were told they will be asked to approve the legal agreement on the 27th and that a communications and volunteer plan is being prepared.
Board and administrative staff reviewed a draft bond ballot agreement prepared by the district's attorneys and discussed next steps for finalizing the document and community communications.
A staff member told trustees the attorneys had matched the document to the district's bond plan recommended by the bond steering committee and that "they feel that this language reflects all of the goals that the bond steering committee had." The staff member described the draft as a heavy legal document that must be exact and said it is tied to the district's submission for the treasury application.
Staff said the board will be asked to approve the final ballot-language document on the 27th (the meeting at which the district expects to act). The draft includes explanatory language intended to communicate that the bond will not increase the tax rate for taxpayers while also complying with legal requirements and treasury guidance.
Trustees discussed how and when they may speak about the measure in their capacity as elected officials, and staff emphasized the district will provide factual materials and a fact sheet for volunteers and community members to use. The district plans to recruit volunteers and community members knowledgeable about the bond to help with outreach; staff said a communications plan and fact sheet should be ready by the end of the month.
No formal board action was taken at this meeting; staff presented the draft and outlined a timeline for final review and voter information. A closed session later on the agenda was unrelated to the bond discussion and concerned material exempt from public disclosure.
Ending: Staff will deliver the finalized ballot agreement prepared by attorneys and a community outreach packet in advance of the board's scheduled vote on the 27th.
