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THE FACTS Q When is the election Q What will the bond do A Tuesday March 14 2017 A This bond allows us to reinvest in our local schools and communities without raising the current tax rate Q What is on the ballot A A 172 5 million bond to meet our most pressing needs which will Relieve overcrowding Modernize classrooms and schools Expand critical job training programs Improve student access to music and athletics Increase student and staff safety Not raise the current tax rate Q Why do we need the bond A The State of Idaho provides no direct money for school construction Also A 2015 16 Facility Audit shows growing maintenance needs of nearly 330 million Aging schools Nearly half of Boise s schools were built more than a halfcentury ago Q How is the District able to raise 172 5 million without increasing the tax rate for property owners A Through sound financial management and long term planning rising property values in Boise expiration of the 2012 levy and the 1996 bond and the restructure of other long term debt we are able to authorize 172 5 million without raising the tax rate It s accountable addressing critical facility problems now so they don t cost taxpayers more later Addresses overcrowding and gives students access to safe modern classrooms and schools that reflect best practices in education and technology ensuring students graduate career and college ready This bond will create a positive legacy for our children and grandchildren all without raising the current tax rate Q What happens if the bond fails A With no significant and consistent revenue source to improve school facilities deteriorating facility conditions in the Boise School District will continue to go largely unaddressed The District would have to consider increased use of portable classrooms and program and boundary changes in order to address overcrowding in schools Q How many schools will receive funding A The Boise School bond will fund improvements in every school including 22 major capital projects Build six new elementary schools on their current sites A new school in the Harris Ranch area Historic remodels of Collister and Washington elementary schools Expansion of job training classes matched to needs of local employers such as A1 Plumbing TriState Electric and YMC Heating and Cooling Expansion of Timberline High Remodel of Boise High s old gym Expansion of physical education and music spaces at 11 schools Funding for ongoing maintenance and repairs for every school in the District General Fund dollars may have to be used in order to supplement critical facility needs which would reduce money available for curriculum and instructional materials Pierce Park Elementary

THE RESULTS THE VOTE Q What do Boise School District patrons get for their tax money Q Can I vote early or by absentee ballot A Yes you can vote early or vote by mail Here s how Early voting information can be found at adacounty id gov elections VoterInformation Early Voting A High quality programs and students prepared for college and careers Boise School District remains one of the highest performing school districts in Idaho the region and the nation 60 of Boise School District graduates attend college compared to 46 statewide Half of the state s 2016 National Merit semi finalists came from the Boise School District Our students outperform Idaho and the nation on standardized tests college entrance exams and Advanced Placement testing 91 of Boise s AP test takers in the class of 2013 enrolled in college and 80 of those students are still enrolled All four of our traditional high schools are listed among America s top high schools by The Washington Post District patrons enjoy school choices such as Dual Language Immersion Montessori Classical International Math and Science Professional Technical and the Harbor Method We will be able to give students access to safe modern classrooms and schools that reflect best practices in education and technology ensuring students graduate career and college ready Carrie Hastriter Former teacher and parent of two Boise School students Registered voters may fill out and submit an absentee ballot request form now The last day a request will be accepted is 5 pm on Friday March 3 2017 The absentee request form can be found at adacounty id gov elections VoterInformation Vote By Mail Absentee ballot request forms must be completely filled out including a signature and mailed to Ada County Elections Office 400 N Benjamin Lane Suite 100 Boise ID 83704 Or faxed to 287 6939 Absentee ballots MUST be received at the Elections Office at the address above by 8 pm on Election Day Tuesday March 14 2017 MORE INFORMATION Bond Election HERE ARE THE FACTS For more information contact the following Ada County Elections 287 6860 Boise School District Clerk of the Board 854 4123 Information and Communications 854 4064 Questions and Answers about the Boise School District s Bond Election on Budget and Finance 854 4029 Tuesday March 14 2017 www boiseschools org