Board approves resolution placing new 8-year parcel tax on November 2026 ballot

What happened

In minutes for the August 5, 2026 meeting (approved as part of the September 2, 2026 consent calendar), the Governing Board voted 5-0 to adopt Resolution No. 26-27-01, ordering an election for a new 8-year education parcel tax to appear on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot, after a public hearing on the measure.

Why it matters to families

This is a completed board decision to seek new local tax revenue from all district property owners, directly affecting district funding levels and family/community tax obligations; the district says its current $10.5 million parcel tax has been unchanged since 2010 amid budget shortfalls and prior program cuts.

The evidence

"President Reicher formally opened the public hearing to receive community input regarding a resolution to place a new 8-year education parcel tax on the November 3, 2026, general election ballot... Board members indicated their support for adopting Resolution No. 26-27-01. ...motion carried 5-0"

The source