Montecito Union School District bond proposition, Measure Q (November 2014)

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A Montecito Union School District bond proposition, Measure Q ballot question was on the November 4, 2014 election ballot for voters in the Montecito Union Elementary School District in Santa Barbara County, California. It was defeated.

Measure Q would have authorized the district to increase its debt by $27,150,000 through issuing general obligation bonds in that amount. The projects on which the money were meant to be spent are outlined below.

A 55 percent supermajority vote was required for the approval of Measure Q.

Election results

Montecito Union School District, Measure Q
Result		Votes	Percentage
d No		1,574	55.60%
Yes		1,257	44.40%

Election results via: Santa Barbara County Elections Office

Text of measure

Ballot question

The question on the ballot:

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To repair essential/outdated Montecito Union School infrastructure/maintain the quality of education with local funding that cannot be taken by the State, upgrade educational facilities to meet current health/safety/security/accessibility codes, reduce traffic and improve safety on San Ysidro Road, renovate heating, plumbing, electrical/energy systems, shall Montecito Union Elementary School District issue $27,150,000 of bonds, at legal rates, to repair, construct, acquire classrooms, facilities and equipment, with independent audits, citizen oversight, no money for administration?

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Project list

The school bond revenue was earmarked for the following list of projects:

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Repair, Renovation and Upgrade Projects Repair or replace deteriorating and aging plumbing systems. Make repairs and energy efficiency improvements that will reduce operating costs and free up money to protect the quality of classroom instruction in core subjects like reading, writing, math, and science. Construct and/or modernize classrooms and facilities to prepare students for 21st Century learning standards update facilities to accommodate performing arts and music programs. Upgrade outdated electrical systems. Satisfy new mandated State health and nutrition laws by constructing a facility to serve as a cafeteria and student meeting place. Health, Safety, Security and Energy Efficiency Projects Improve student pick-up and drop-off areas along San Ysidro Road and increase campus parking to improve student and community safety. Update classrooms and educational facilities to meet current health and safety codes. Improve traffic safety. Provide code required ADA access for students and families with disabilities. Increase student safety and security. Secure campus perimeter with appropriate fencing, gates and walls. Energy Efficiency - Returning Savings to the Classroom Replace old and inefficient windows, weatherproofing, lighting, heating and ventilation systems to save money to support core academic instructional programs. Improve electrical service capacity to improve computer technology and internet access. Make water conservation improvements, including drainage and irrigation. (quote)

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See also

• Local school bonds on the ballot
• School bond elections in California
• Santa Barbara County, California ballot measures
• November 4, 2014 ballot measures in California

External links

Suggest a link

• Santa Barbara County Elections Office website