The six-year replacement levy is designed to support Vancouver Public Schools’ long-term and future needs for technology, safety, and building functionality
At their Nov. 12 meeting, Vancouver Public Schools’ Board of Directors approved a replacement Technology, Safety, and Capital Projects Levy to appear on the Feb. 11, 2025 special election ballot.
The six-year replacement levy is designed to support Vancouver Public Schools’ long-term and future needs for technology, safety, and building functionality.
If passed by voters, the levy would go into effect Jan. 1, 2026 and would replace the current technology-focused capital levy that expires Dec. 31, 2025 and expand its purpose to include:
- Technology: replace and maintain future-ready digital tools and infrastructure that prepare students for modern learning and career opportunities
- Safety improvements: secure entrances and updated safety systems
- Building system repairs: extending the life of existing facilities (like updating HVAC or roofs)
Capital Project Fund levies like this can only be used for facility, equipment, and technology needs, and this levy would allow the district to address emerging safety and infrastructure needs without increasing the total taxpayer burden.
The estimated levy rates will be:
- $0.29 per $1,000 of assessed property value in 2026
- $0.36 per $1,000 in 2027
- $0.38 per $1,000 from 2028 through 2031.
Tax rates from previously approved bonds are expected to decrease in the future, meaning the total VPS tax rates are intended to remain consistent over time.
Local levy dollars make up about 12.5% of the district’s general fund budget.
More information is available on the VPS website.
Information provided by the Vancouver School District.
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