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Tahoma School District No. 409

Proposition No. 2

Replacement of Expiring Technology Capital Projects Levy

 

The Board of Directors adopted Resolution No. 2025-15 concerning a proposition for a technology capital projects levy. This proposition would authorize the District to levy the following excess taxes upon all taxable property within the District to acquire educational and operational technology, equipment, software, staffing, training and technical support:

 

Collection Year

Estimated Levy

Rate/$1,000

Assessed Value

Levy Amount

2027

$0.39

$5,145,316

2028

$0.39

$5,402,582

2029

$0.39

$5,672,711

2030

$0.39

$5,956,346

 

all as provided in Resolution No. 2025-15. Should this proposition be approved?

Yes

No


Passage of Proposition No. 2 would enable the Tahoma School District No. 409 to renew an expiring levy for capital projects and technology needs. The proposed levy would authorize collection of supplemental annual excess property taxes of $5,145,316 in 2027, $5,402,582 in 2028, $5,672,711 in 2029, and $5,956,346 in 2030.

If voters approve this proposition, these taxes would be deposited into the District’s Capital Projects Fund and used for technology for staff and student use, including the acquisition, installation and improvement of computer technology, telecommunications and networking systems; physical security and cybersecurity expenditures; and ongoing fees for online applications and software licenses, and ongoing training related to the installation and integration of these products and services.

Based on projected assessed valuation information, the District estimates a tax rate for this proposed levy of $0.39 per $1,000 of assessed value for each of the four collection years (2027, 2028, 2029, and 2030). A property tax exemption may be available to certain senior or disabled homeowners who meet specified income limits.  For information regarding exemptions, call the King County Assessor at (206) 296-7300.

Technology is an essential part of student learning in 2025, and renewing the Technology Levy is critical to keeping Tahoma students competitive, connected, and safe. A “yes” vote on Proposition No. 2 renews an expiring levy that supports technology and capital project needs across Tahoma School District No. 409.

If approved, the levy will continue funding that supports student and staff technology, improved computer systems, telecommunications and network upgrades, physical security and cybersecurity, software licenses, online learning tools, assistive technology for student accessibility, and ongoing training so teachers can effectively use technology in their classrooms.

The Technology Levy ensures students have access to modern devices and digital tools while still developing essential skills like collaboration, communication, and problem-solving. These experiences give students the digital literacy and real-world technology skills needed for success in future careers and continued education. The levy also protects sensitive student and family data and supports safety systems such as key card access, radios, and security cameras.

The tax rate remains $0.39 per $1,000 of assessed value each year, as is it now. Some senior or disabled homeowners may qualify for exemptions; contact the King County Assessor at (206) 296-7300.

 

Statement submitted by: Kenneth Moreland,  Ginnylynn Ursprung, https://voteyestahoma.com/

There is no statement against this measure. No one in the jurisdiction contacted King County Elections to serve on the committee to write a statement against the measure.

Jurisdictions that place measures on the ballot also appoint members of the public to “pro” and “con” committees. These committees prepare statements either for or against the ballot measure. These statements are published in the local voters’ pamphlet to help voters make informed decisions.

If the jurisdiction is unable to appoint a committee, King County Elections can appoint any eligible committee members who come forward. To join a committee in the future, please contact the jurisdiction.
 

Simple majority (Wash. Const. art. VII, sec. 2(a))

For questions about this measure, contact: Megan Anderson, Director of Public Relations, (425) 413-3400, tsdmessages@tahomasd.us

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