Measure Q Bond Election for San Lorenzo Schools

Why has SLZUSD placed Measure Q on the ballot?

Much was done towards completing projects identified by our district’s Facilities Master Plan with the passage of Measure B in 2018, but we are not finished. Many of our schools remain outdated, and while facilities have been well maintained, most do not meet the 21^st-century educational and technological standards. It is important that we complete the job of upgrading our schools.

How did SLZUSD come up with the project list for Measure Q?

The District prepared a School Facilities Master Plan with input from staff, teachers, parents, community leaders and facilities professionals. The School Facilities Master Plan identifies the major repairs and upgrades that need to be made.

What will Measure Q funds be used for?

Specific projects identified include:

• Making health, safety and security improvements
• Repairing or replacing leaky roofs and aging infrastructure
• Upgrading career technology classrooms to better prepare students for better-paying jobs
• Installing and updating heating, cooling and ventilation systems
• Constructing and modernizing classrooms and student support facilities

What will the passage of Measure Q mean for our students and the community?

Measure Q could provide our students with a better learning environment by making repairs and upgrades to existing classrooms and support facilities. Many of these resources, such as athletic fields, are also available to the community.

How much will Measure Q cost property taxpayers?

The annual tax rate for Measure Q is estimated to be $60 per $100,000 of assessed property value. (Assessed value is the taxable value placed on a property by the county, which is almost always lower than market value). Check your property tax statement for your current assessed valuation.

How many years will it take to pay off the bond?

While there is no set number of years, bonds are typically paid off over a period of about 25 years.

Why can’t the district meet its facilities needs with its current budget?

The per-pupil funding the district receives from the state is intended to be used for the day-to-day business of educating children, not for the costs of upgrading and repairing facilities. Today, the scope and cost of required improvements at the San Lorenzo Unified School District is far more than can be paid for with current funding sources.

What will happen if Measure Q does not pass?

If Measure Q does not pass, there will be limited funding to address deteriorating school and classroom conditions. In addition, general funds that would otherwise go to classroom instruction may be needed to make critical safety repairs and improvements at each school. Major repairs will likely need to be postponed and, as a result of rising construction costs, will potentially be more expensive to make in the future.