— from Eric C. Webb, School Superintendent —
It is time once again to cast our votes on the upcoming replacement Maintenance & Operations Levy for Orcas Island Public Schools. Passage of the levy will provide approximately 25% of our overall district budget:
- 30% Teacher Salaries
- 90% Music & Athletics
- 65% Staff Training
- 75% Classified Staff Salaries
- 65% ELL Program & Staff Training
- 25% Special Education
These programs are vital to the success of the Orcas Island School District, which is why we hold this particular levy every four years.
Approximate Levy Rate per $1,000 Assessed Value would be $0.93 in 2017, $0.89 in 2018, $0.90 in 2019, and $0.88 in 2020. These rates would make the new four-year average levy rate lower than the current rate.
I am proud to be a part of a community of advocates and supporters of quality education for Orcas Island children!
Is anyone else slightly surprised that on a levy that is for maintenance and operations, there is no mention of any money going towards maintenance?
Seems to be a running theme for several decades at the school. Just drive through the parking lot for an example.