Passage of Proposition No. 1 would allow Kent School District No. 415 to renew a capital projects and technology levy by levying $32,200,000 for collection in 2025, $32,600,000 for collection in 2026, and $33,000,000 for collection in 2027. This new Proposition is for approximately half the amount of the April 2024 levy proposal that was not approved by the voters.
This levy would support critical student technology, safety, and health improvement programs and projects, including upgrades to building fire alarm systems; installation of new boilers, roofing and building siding improvements; replacement of a transportation fueling station; a new emergency generator for the child nutrition program refrigeration system; modernized Mill Creek Middle School and Kentridge High School athletic fields; and other capital improvements. In addition, the District would improve its technology systems by continuing its one-to-one computer device program; as well as refreshing safety intercom systems, voice amplification systems, and classroom display technologies. The levy would additionally enhance cybersecurity and disaster recovery infrastructure; make network infrastructure improvements; replace the district’s data center uninterruptible power supply; and provide training and support for the foregoing.
Based on projected assessed valuation information, the District estimates tax rates of $0.72 per $1,000 of assessed value for collection in 2025, $0.70 for collection in 2026 and $0.68 for collection in 2027.
Tax exemptions may be available to homeowners who are 61 or older, or disabled, and who meet certain income requirements. For information regarding exemptions, call the King County Assessor at (206) 296-3920.