To improve education, student achievement, and safety in neighborhood schools by: hiring, retaining, and training high-quality teachers; maintaining class sizes; expanding math, science and technology education; ensuring adequate student supervision and safety through appropriate staffing; and providing physical education programs. Shall the Oak Grove Elementary School District levy a parcel tax of $132 per parcel for nine years, providing $3.4 million ongoing annually, exempting seniors, with annual audits, citizens’ oversight, and all funds used locally?
3, Santa Clara County • 2020 • Measure
Passed
Result: 55.4% yes, 44.6% no (25,915 votes cast)
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This measure authorized the Oak Grove Elementary School District to levy a $132 annual parcel tax for nine years to fund teacher hiring and training, maintain class sizes, expand STEM education, improve staffing for student supervision, and provide physical education programs. The tax includes exemptions for seniors and generates approximately $3.4 million annually with required audits and citizens' oversight.