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Torrance Unified School District bond propositions, Measures Y and Z (November 2008)
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Two Torrance Unified School District bond propositions, Measures Y and Z were on the November 4, 2008 ballot for voters in the Torrance Unified School District in Los Angeles County. Both measures were approved.
- Measure Y authorized the school district to borrow $265 million.
- Measure Z authorized the school district to borrow $90 million.
For each measure, a 55 percent supermajority vote was required for approval.
Election results
Measure Y
| Measure Y | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Result | Votes | Percentage | ||
 Yes | 44,075 | 74.37% | ||
| No | 15,192 | 25.63% | ||
Measure Y
| Measure Z | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Result | Votes | Percentage | ||
| Yes | 41,832 | 71.49% | ||
| No | 16,684 | 28.51% | ||
- These final, certified, election results are from the Los Angeles County elections office.
Ballot questions
Measure Y
| Measure Y: "To make classrooms and core academic facilities safe and modern, improve learning and qualify for State matching money, shall Torrance Unified School District renovate or replace outdated classrooms and school buildings; repair damaged walls and floors; replace worn-out roofs, plumbing and lighting systems; repair faulty drainage systems, hardscapes, and other safety hazards, by issuing $265 million in bonds at legal interest rates with mandatory audits, independent citizen oversight and all money staying local?" |
Measure Z
| Measure Z: "To fund additional upgrades to school facilities that support student learning and extracurricular activities, shall Torrance Unified School District also issue $90 million in bonds at legal interest rates to renovate worn-out physical education facilities and playgrounds for health and safety; construct music/art classrooms and science labs; and replace deteriorating covered walkways to establish a safe school environment; with mandatory audits, independent citizen oversight, and all money staying local?" |
See also
External links
- Announcement of victory (dead link) from Torrance Unified
- Measure Y on Smart Voter
- Measure Z on Smart Voter
