Proposition #1 Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy
Proposition #1 Replacement Educational Programs and Operations Levy
The current Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O) Levy is expiring at the end of 2022. UP citizens have supported this levy for the last 30 years. The proposed levy rates for 2023-2026 are the same rates voters approved in 2018.
Proposition #1 will continue to fund the following:
- Teachers to lower class size in grades 4-12
- Teachers to provide more learning options for kids with different needs and interests
- Counselors to support student learning and mental health
- Nurses to improve and monitor student health
- Safety & security personnel including recess, lunchroom, bus and classroom supervisors
- Instructional materials such as books, textbooks, supplies, equipment and technology
- Music and performing arts programs including orchestra, band, choir and theater
- Transportation and special education costs not covered by the state
- The district’s athletic program in grades 5-12
- Transportation to help students participate in after school activities
- Training for teachers and other staff
- Community use of the pool, fields and other facilities
- After school programs, extracurricular activities and summer school
Proposition #1 would provide funding for four years. The table below shows the amount of funding requested and the estimated tax rate per $1,000 of assessed value.
PROPOSITION #1 |
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Year | Maximum Authority |
Estimated Rate |
2023 | $ 15,378,000 | $ 2.50 |
2024 | $ 16,532,000 | $ 2.50 |
2025 | $ 17,524,000 | $ 2.50 |
2026 | $ 18,313,000 | $ 2.50 |