Friends of MVWSD Friends of Mountain View-Whisman School District Vote YES on Measure C

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  1. What is Measure C?
    If approved by local voters Measure C would create a modest and temporary annual school assessment to protect essential educational programs at our local elementary and middle schools from budget cuts.

  2. Why do we need Measure C?
    Following unprecedented State funding reductions, the Mountain View Whisman School District was forced to make severe cuts to the educational programs. Music and art education were eliminated, school libraries were closed. We expect further funding cuts from the State. Measure C is needed to restore cut programs and protect essential programs from further cuts.

  3. What will Measure C funds pay for?
    Measure C will provide funds to protect only the most essential educational programs from budget cuts. Specifically, Measure C will provide funds to retain qualified and experienced teachers, restore music and art education, keep school libraries open, keep schools and classes small and protect other crucial programs from budget cuts. Measure C funds can only legally be spent to protect these essential educational programs.

  4. Can't the schools just reduce administration and waste?
    Site administration has been reduced to the bare minimum required to keep students safe and deliver a basic education. Fundraising has increased, but anticipated further state funding cuts will require additional reductions at every Mountain View Whisman school. No untapped sources of funding exist. The only way to protect quality classroom instruction is to ask local voters to approve a temporary modest assessment.

  5. How much will Measure C cost homeowners?
    Measure C will cost the average homeowner about $10 a month - or less than 30 cents a day. Measure C will be in effect for 8 years and the cost of Measure C is deductible on state and federal taxes. Residents over the age of 65 or those on SSI for disability regardless of age, can apply for an exemption.

  6. Will Measure C place a burden on businesses?
    No. The largest properties (an acre or more) are assessed only $90 per month. Small business owners will pay much less. Input from local businesses was included in the development of Measure C that enjoys the strong support of the Mountain View Chamber of Commerce and its members.

  7. How can we be sure that Measure C funds will be spent properly?
    An independent citizens' oversight committee will be appointed to make sure that all Measure C funds are properly spent. All Measure C funds will stay here in our community and benefit local children.

  8. Do renters have to pay the tax?
    No. Measure C would result in a modest assessment for rental properties, but the landlord is responsible for paying the tax bill.

  9. Can the State take Measure C funds?
    No. The State cannot take Measure C funds away from the Mountain View Whisman District. All money generated by Measure C will stay in our community and benefit local children.

  10. I don't have children in local schools. How will Measure C benefit me?
    The resale value of homes in our community is directly affected by the quality of our schools. Good schools help keep property values high and contribute to the quality of life in the community we all wish to maintain.

  11. What if I have more questions about Measure C?
    For specific questions regarding the District's plan for Measure C funds, please call the Mountain View Whisman School District at 1.650.526.3500. To get involved in the campaign to pass Measure C contact Laura Blakely via email
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