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Superintendent outlines two levy propositions and district priorities ahead of Feb. 10 vote

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Superintendent Dr. Giesland summarized two levy measures for the Feb. 10 school election: Proposition 1 (EP&O) covers educational programs and operations, about 11% of the budget; Proposition 2 would fund technology and capital projects, including HVAC upgrades tied to Clean Buildings Act compliance.

Superintendent Dr. Giesland used the Jan. 28 meeting to preview the district’s Feb. 10 school election, calling attention to two levy propositions that would supplement state funding for day-to-day operations and for capital and technology needs.

"Proposition 1 is our EP and O levy," Dr. Giesland said, explaining that EP&O “currently makes up about 11% of our district budget.” He said those dollars cover services and roles not funded by the state, including many classified staff, paraeducators, nurses, counselors and extracurricular programs.

On Proposition 2, Dr. Giesland described the focus as technology and capital projects to provide "safe and comfortable learning environments." He cited the need to upgrade HVAC systems to be in compliance with the Clean Buildings Act and said the proposition would also support infrastructure and equipment such as Chromebooks, lighting and field improvements if the levy passes. The superintendent said the district plans community engagement and a local advisory group to prioritize field upgrades.

Dr. Giesland framed the levies as informational at this meeting and directed residents to district materials online for details about the propositions and how levy funds would be allocated.