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Measure G Information. Enhancing Educational Opportunities at every school in Norwalk and La Mirada. August 2014. Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District.
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Measure GInformation Enhancing Educational Opportunities at every school in Norwalk and La Mirada August 2014
Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District • The Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District serves a vital role in our community by providing quality education to over 19,000 K-12 students in Norwalk and La Mirada. • We are committed to enhancing educational opportunities for all students in each and every school in Norwalk and La Mirada. 1
Board of Education Goals • High Academic Achievement • Graduation Rates steadily increasing • Effective Standards-Based Instruction • Full Implementation of Common Core State Standards for all students K-12 • Fiscally Solvent and Increase Enrollment • Strong Reserves • Accountability for all Stakeholders • Formal and Informal Protocols (evaluation process) • Safety and Security of Students and Staff • Student safety is enhanced through effective school security systems. 2
District Priorities Continue to be… • Ensuring safe and upgraded learning environments so all students can achieve. • Providing technology required for 21st century jobs and careers. • Providing technology to support Common Core State Standards and new state testing (SBAC). • Improving school safety and security. • Supporting the health and well-being of students with adequate athletic facilities that support and contribute to school and community. 3
What’s the Issue? • Many local schools here in Norwalk and La Mirada need basic health and safety improvements because they were built decades ago, with some schools over 75 years old. • Needs include updating technology, repairing deteriorating classrooms, leaky roofs and bathrooms, and removing asbestos and lead paint. 4
What is Measure G? • To address these needs, on July 21, 2014 the Norwalk-La Mirada School District Board of Trustees placed Measure G on the November 4, 2014 ballot. • Measure G is a $375 million education bond measure designed to provide funds to help maintain safe and healthy learning environments and improve the quality of education facilities for every student in every school. • If approved, Measure G would cost property owners in the district approximately $60 per year per $100,000 of assessed – not market – property value. 5
What willMeasure G Fund? • If adopted by voters, Measure Gwould provide funding to address school repair and upgrade needs, including: • Repairing drainage systems, leaking roofs and decaying walls • Updating computer, science and math lab technology • Upgrading fire safety systems including safety doors, fire proofing, and smoke alarms • Upgrading school security and fencing • Updating technology for twenty-first century learning 6
Benefits of Measure Gin Norwalk & La Mirada • If approved, Measure G will help modernize elementary, middle and high schools throughout the entire District to ensure that every school in every neighborhood benefits • If approved, Measure G will help update technology to ensure that all students have access to so they are prepared for the jobs of the future. 7
Measure GWill HelpDulles Elementary! • Air Conditioning in all Classrooms, Office & Cafeteria • Building Renovations – doors, windows, paint, etc. • Furniture & Technology • Playfields (irrigation and drainage systems) • Roof • Fence and Gate (safety) 8
Comprehensive Review of District Needs • The Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District conducted a comprehensive review of school needs to identify the specific repairs and upgrades needed to improve education at every school site in Norwalk and La Mirada. • The District received robust community input and feedback from stakeholders, community leaders and hundreds of constituents. 9
What are Measure G’sAccountability Provisions • Measure G includes strict accountability requirements including a list of authorized projects, independent annual audits, and an Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee to ensure that funds are spent as promised. • The Citizens’ Oversight Committee must include, among others, representation of a bona fide Taxpayers’ Association, a Business Organization, and a Senior Citizens’ Organization. • NO funds can go toward administrator salaries or pensions. • ALL Funds are required to stay local and cannot be taken by the State 10
How Can I Get More Information on Measure G? • For more information, visit www.nlmusd.org or if you have any specific questions feel free to contact 562-868-0431 ext. 2010 • Additional Information can be obtained from PTA Booths set up just outside the school 11