To maintain strong academic programs in reading, writing, math, engineering/science for local elementary and middle school students, protect music and art programs, and retain highly qualified teachers shall Cupertino Union School District’s measure to levy $125 per year for 5 years, be approved, raising $4,321,500 annually that cannot be taken by the State, with exemptions for seniors, independent community oversight, no funds for administrators, and all funds benefiting local schools?
3, Santa Clara County • 2020 • Measure
Failed
Result: 59.7% yes, 40.3% no (38,028 votes cast)
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This measure would have authorized the Cupertino Union School District to levy a $125 annual parcel tax for 5 years to raise approximately $4.3 million annually for academic programs, arts, music, and teacher retention. The tax included exemptions for seniors and prohibited funds from being used for administrator salaries.