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2024 Facilities and Technology Capital Levy

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This November, the North Kitsap School District will ask voters to consider a Facilities and Technology Capital Levy that is estimated to keep tax rates flat, offers updates to schools across the district, and is based on community-informed recommendations.
On July 25, 2024, the NKSD Board of Directors approved a levy resolution for the November 5, 2024 ballot. The Facilities and Technology Capital Projects Levy seeks $31,959,250 over six years for safety and security improvements, program equity, critical repairs, and technology education. Approval of this levy resolution would require a 50% plus one vote approval by registered voters in North Kitsap.
 
The Facilities Advisory Committee (FAC), composed of community members, parents, and school staff, has met regularly since April 2024 to provide a funding recommendation to the North Kitsap School District. They have analyzed facilities data, building conditions, and educational needs, and gathered input from students, families, citizens, and staff. The committee toured schools with the highest needs and held three community meetings to help inform their recommendations. Their work can be reviewed at nkschools.org/fac.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Facilities and Technology Capital Projects Levy.

Frequently asked questions

Key Areas of Improvement

The FAC realizes that the list of needs across our schools is much greater than can be accomplished with this levy and will continue to work towards a long-term plan to address continued and future needs through levies and bonds. Recognizing that the district's needs exceed this levy, the FAC recommends the following improvements:

Safety and Security:

  • Security upgrades, including secure entry vestibules, cameras, and fencing at several locations
  • Parking and transportation enhancements for safer pick-up and drop-off
  • Improved vehicle and pedestrian circulation

Equitable Facilities and Programming:

  • Hilder Pearson Elementary Gymnasium addition to address inadequate space. This ensures that students have dedicated space for PE classes and a separate common space for student meals and larger gatherings. The addition would be placed to ensure it can be incorporated into future building replacement on the site.
  • Suquamish Elementary classroom and student resource addition and renovation to meet student needs and replace portable classrooms.
  • Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) improvements and site accessibility
  • Athletics improvements

Mechanical System Improvements:

  • Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing replacements, upgrades, or improvements to extend the life of aging school buildings and ensure that systems are up-to-date, reducing the risk of mechanical failures and other hazards that can endanger students and staff.
  • HVAC system updates to improve air quality and temperature control, creating a more comfortable and healthy environment for students and staff.

Technology:

  • Chromebook and device replacements that will continue to support our 1:1 initiative and staff device replacements.
  • Educational software that provides access to a wide range of digital resources and educational apps that cater to different learning styles and needs.
  • Infrastructure improvements and replacements. Providing access to up-to-date technology enables teachers to enhance their instructional methods, streamline administrative tasks, and stay current with the latest educational tools and resources, ultimately leading to a more efficient and dynamic teaching environment.

Project Details by School

Cost Information

The overall levy tax rate is expected to stay flat for the first two years of tax collections, and would then decline in the remaining four years in order to reserve capacity for future Capital funding measures.

Collection Year
Estimated Levy Rate/$1000
Assessed Value Levy Amount
2025 $0.74 $10,000,000
2026 $0.82 $11,500,000
2027 $0.17 $2,500,000
2028 $0.17 $2,575,000
2029 $0.17 $2,652,250
2030 $0.17 $2,732,000

 

If you are a senior or disabled, you may qualify for a property tax exemption from the county. The qualifying criteria for the program is based upon your age and/or disability, residency, and income. For more information on property tax exemptions and relief programs, visit the Kitsap County Assessor’s Office or call 360-337-7160.