Rebuttal to Argument Against Measure S
San Lorenzo Valley Unified School District
Measure S funds will go right where they’re needed - to improve classrooms and facilities in support of our San Lorenzo Valley Unified students.
Don’t be misled by the argument against Measure S. It does not have the facts. Measure S is a carefully considered, affordable plan that will allow the District to continue providing a quality education and the best learning environment for students.
The facts:
- No other source of funding exists to renovate/modernize our schools.
- The argument against Measure S falsely quotes the District’s budget as between “$109 million to $120 million dollars annually.” This is incorrect. The actual revenues for the District are $27 million annually to operate all facets of the school district.
- Measure S is locally controlled and every dollar stays here, benefitting local schools, children, and property values.
- Much was done with the passage of Measure O in 2008, but that was 12 years ago. Our buildings continue to age and our work is not yet done. Measure S will help bring all schools up to 21st century standards. The longer we wait, the more expensive these improvements will become.
- By law, Measure S requires annual audits and an independent citizens oversight committee to review all expenditures.
To protect excellent local schools and ensure students have safe and up-to-date classrooms, vote YES on S. Measure S is the only solution for our schools.
Many of our most respected community members support Measure S. Join us - vote YES on Measure S.
Douglas Morris
SLVHS Teacher
Mike Verutti
Businessman
Beth Hollenbeck
Educator
Cameron Haste
Community Member
Coco Raner-Walter
Community Member