Calaveras Unified School District · Nov 3, 2026

Measure A

On ballots in Calaveras Unified School District, Calaveras County.

The question on the ballot

To improve the quality of education, upgrade and modernize outdated classrooms, restrooms and school facilities; expand/renovate career technical education classrooms and programs; replace leaky roofs and old HVAC systems; shall Calaveras Unified School District’s measure be adopted authorizing $66,800,000 of Bonds at legal rates, estimated levies averaging 4.9 cents per $100 assessed value ($4,750,000 annually) while bonds are outstanding, with annual audits, citizens’ oversight, all money staying local, with no projected increase to existing tax rates?

Impartial analysis by County Counsel

This Measure has been placed on the ballot by the Board of Education (“Board”) of the Calaveras Unified School District (“CUSD”).

A “YES” vote on Measure A would authorize the District to finance facility improvements at CUSD sites via the issuance of bonds in the amount of $66,800,000. The Board has adopted a list of projects prioritizing classroom modernizations, site infrastructure, and career tech and safety and security projects.

Proceeds from the sale of bonds authorized by this Measure may legally be used only for the construction, reconstruction, replacement, or rehabilitation of school facilities, including the furnishing and equipping of school facilities, or for the acquisition or lease of real property for school facilities. They may not be utilized for other purposes such as teacher/administrator salaries or other operating expenses. The Measure includes a bond project list detailing the specific projects which are to be financed with proceeds from the sale of bonds authorized by the Measure, including renovating career technical education facilities, repairing or replacing leaky roofs and existing HVAC systems, renovating and modernizing classrooms, upgrading plumbing fixtures and infrastructure and sewer systems, upgrading or replacing fire alarms, installing and updating security systems, and constructing or renovating physical education and athletic facilities. The Measure also creates an independent citizens’ oversight committee to ensure bond revenues are expended only for authorized purposes and provides that CUSD will commission an annual independent performance audit and an annual independent financial audit on the expenditure of bond proceeds. The results of these annual audits shall be reported to the Board and to the citizens’ oversight committee at least annually.

It is estimated that the average annual tax rate to fund this bond while it is outstanding will be approximately $49.44 per $100,000 of assessed value; the final fiscal year in which the tax is anticipated to be collected is 2060-61. CUSD’s estimate of the highest tax rate which would be required to be levied to fund the bond is $58.03 per $100,000 of assessed value; it is estimated that such rate would be levied beginning in fiscal year 2039-40 and going forward.

A “NO” vote on Measure A is a vote against authorizing the District to issue bonds to finance the above school site facility improvements.

To become effective, Measure A must be approved by fifty-five percent (55%) of the qualified registered voters of the District voting upon the Measure.

Any person desiring the details of this proposed Measure may telephone the Calaveras Unified School District Office of the Superintendent at (209) 754-2300.

Tax rate statement

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An election will be held in the Calaveras Unified School District (the “District”) on November 3, 2026, to authorize the sale of up to $66,800,000 in Bonds of the District to finance school facilities as described in the measure. If such bonds are authorized and sold, principal and interest on the bonds will be payable only from the proceeds of ad valorem tax levies made upon the taxable property in the District. The following information is provided in compliance with Sections 9400-9404 of the Elections Code of the State of California. Such information is based upon the best estimates and projections presently available from official sources, upon experience within the District, and other demonstrable factors.

Based upon the foregoing and projections of the District’s assessed valuation, the following information is provided:

1. The best estimate of the average annual tax rate which would be required to be levied to fund this Bond issue over the entire duration of the bond debt service, based on a projection of assessed valuations available at the time of filing of this statement, is $49.44 per $100,000 of assessed value. The final fiscal year in which the tax is anticipated to be collected is 2060-61.

2. The best estimate of the highest tax rate which would be required to be levied to fund this Bond issue, based on a projection of assessed valuations available at the time of filing of this statement, is $58.03 per $100,000 of assessed value. It is estimated that such rate would be levied starting in fiscal year 2039-40 and following.

3. The best estimate of the total debt service, including the principal and interest, that would be required to be repaid if all the Bonds are issued and sold is approximately $161,600,000.

Voters should note the estimated tax rate is based on the assessed value (not market value) of taxable property on the County’s official tax rolls. In addition, taxpayers eligible for a property tax exemption, such as the homeowner’s exemption, will be taxed at a lower effective tax rate than described above. Property owners should consult their own property tax bills and tax advisors to determine their property’s assessed value and any applicable tax exemptions.

The attention of all voters is directed to the fact that the foregoing information is based upon projections and estimates only, which amounts are not maximum amounts and are not binding upon the District. The actual debt service, tax rates and the years in which they will apply may vary from those used to provide the estimates set forth above, due to factors such as variations in the timing of bond sales, the par amount of Bonds sold and market interest rates available at the time of each sale, actual assessed valuations over the term of the bonds, and other factors. The date and amount of bonds sold at any given time will be determined by the District based on the need for project funds and other considerations. The actual interest rates at which the bonds will be sold will depend on conditions in the bond market at the time of sale. Actual future assessed valuations will depend upon the amount and value of taxable property within the District as determined by the County Assessor in the annual assessment and the equalization process.

Date: 6/18/2026 By: /s/ Dr. Ronald Estes Interim Superintendent, Calaveras Unified School District

Arguments for and against

Printed as submitted, in the county's pamphlet.

Argument in favor of Measure A

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Our schools are some of the most important assets in our community and should be our number one priority. High quality schools improve student achievement, increase property values, prepare children for a productive future, and create greater neighborhood safety. Although our teachers and staff do a great job educating local students, many classrooms and school facilities in the Calaveras Unified School District are outdated and inadequate to provide students with the school facilities they need to succeed.

While our schools have been well maintained over the years, they are old. The average age is nearly 55 years, and Calaveras High School, our oldest, was first built in 1928! Aging classrooms and facilities must be upgraded, since many do not meet 21st-century educational, safety, or technological standards. Approving Measure A will improve our schools without increasing tax rates.

Measure A will provide funding to make improvements throughout the District including:

• Expanding, renovating and constructing career technical classrooms and programs to better prepare students for employment after high school

• Replacing outdated heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems

• Repairing or replacing leaky roofs

• Upgrading inadequate electrical systems

• Renovating deteriorating plumbing and sewer systems

Measure A makes financial sense and protects taxpayers.

• Will not increase tax rates.

• By law, spending must be reviewed and annually audited by an independent citizens' oversight committee.

• All bond funds must be spent locally and cannot be taken by the State.

• Funds are required to be spent only on schools, not for administrator or teacher salaries.

• Qualifies the District for over $20.5 million in State matching funds to help pay for improvements.

Without increasing taxes, Measure A upgrades and renovates old and inadequate classrooms, improves the education of local students, and maintains the quality of our community. That's something we can all support. Please join us and VOTE YES ON MEASURE A!

Signed by

Matt Brock, Registered Voter
Sara Cobb, Registered Voter
Mary Anne Garamendi, Registered Voter
Kate Allen, Registered Voter
Autumn Andahl, Calaveras County Supervisor, District 2

Argument against Measure A

No argument against Measure A was filed.

Results

Results appear here after the polls close at 8 p.m. on Election Day.

Official sources

Calaveras County Voter Information Pamphlet (PDF), the official version ↗

Calaveras County Elections: candidates and measures ↗

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