League of Women Voters of California Education Fund
	Monterey County, CA November 6, 2012 Election
	Measure L Bond Measure Election Pajaro Valley Unified School District 55% Approval Required Pass: 1,474 / 68.78% Yes votes ...... 669 / 31.22% No votes See Also: Index of all Measures

Full Text of Measure L

The following is the full proposition presented to the voters by the Pajaro Valley Unified School District. "To repair aging schools, which support quality education in the Watsonville and Aptos areas, with funding that cannot be taken by the State, shall Pajaro Valley Unified School District upgrade classrooms in all schools, repair leaking roofs and aging schools, upgrade computers and instructional technology in all schools, and construct, repair and acquire classrooms, sites and equipment, by issuing $150,000,000 in bonds at legal rates, with independent citizens' oversight, no money for administrators, independent audits, all funds staying local?" PROJECT LIST The Board of Education of the Pajaro Valley Unified School District is committed to safe and comparable schools throughout the District with upgraded classrooms, libraries, science labs and technology systems to keep pace with 21st century learning standards. The Board evaluated the District's urgent and critical facility needs, including safety issues, class size, computer and information technology, enrollment trends and prepared a Facilities Master Plan 2012-22 approved by the Board on February 22, 2012 and incorporated herein, in developing the scope of projects to be funded. The District conducted a facilities evaluation and received public input in developing this Project List. Teachers, staff, community members and the Board have prioritized the key health and safety needs so that the most critical facility needs are addressed. The Board concluded that if these needs are not addressed now, the problems will only become more pressing and expensive to address. Therefore, in approving this Project List, the Board of Trustees determines that the District should: (i) retain all bond money to be used exclusively in our local community and not be taken away by the State or used for salaries or pensions; and (ii) improve academic instruction in core subjects like reading, writing, math, science and technology; and (iii) upgrade classrooms, libraries, science labs and computer systems to attract qualified teachers and keep pace with technology for 21st century skills; and (iv) modernize school facilities and remove hazardous mold and asbestos from classrooms; and (v) improve lighting, fencing, fire-detection, alarms, emergency communication and security systems, and electrical systems to provide a safe learning environment for our students; (vi) upgrade old, leaky roofs, heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems to improve energy efficiency and save money which can be invested in classroom instruction; (vii) ensure that all students have access to comparable academic and extracurricular facilities; and (viii) provide facilities for vocational and job training programs. The Project List includes upgrades and improvements throughout the District, as needed, so that schools throughout the District are comparable and provide similar access to a quality education. School Renovation, Repair and Upgrade Projects Goal and Purpose: Since improving quality education in local schools by emphasizing science, math, reading and writing requires renovating, repairing and upgrading outdated school buildings, bathrooms, science labs, classrooms, computers, technology, school libraries, and equipment to give all children access to the resources they need to learn and stay up-to-date with the latest advances in technology and education, local schools will benefit from projects including: Repair, upgrade worn-out, leaky roofs. Replace older heating, ventilation, air conditioning and lighting systems with building code compliant, energy efficient systems which will save money on operating costs. Upgrade classrooms, science labs and walkways so that they comply with current standards and are accessible for disabled or handicapped students and teachers. Add electrical service capacity to relieve overloaded electrical systems so that it can handle modern instructional technology. Upgrade aging school restrooms. Provide improved, up-to-date computers and computer labs. Upgrade classrooms, libraries science labs and technology to keep pace with the 21st century learning standards. Upgrade and equip classrooms, multipurpose rooms, physical education facilities, kitchens, auditoriums, libraries, arts and music rooms, and educational support spaces. Replace old, portable classrooms with new classrooms and facilities. Repair aging schools. School Health and Safety and Energy Efficiency School Projects Goal and Purpose: Since good, safe and up-to-date schools help protect and improve local property values and reduce maintenance and operating costs, returning more money to the classroom, schools and school sites will benefit from a variety of health and safety projects, such as: Student Safety Replace aging, outdated portables with modern classrooms that meet 21st century health, safety and academic standards. Remove mold and asbestos from classrooms. Upgrade fire alarm systems to meet current codes, repair fire safety equipment, add sprinklers and fire safety doors to make students safe in the event of an emergency. Upgrade schools to meet handicap accessibility requirements. Upgrade and install new security systems, such as outdoor lighting, fencing, gates and classroom door locks. Upgrade emergency communication systems to improve student safety. Strengthen and repair schools and classrooms vulnerable to serious damage in a major earthquake, or required by State law. Energy Efficiency + Returning Savings to the Classroom Replace old and inefficient windows, lighting, irrigation, heating and ventilation systems which waste money and use the savings to prevent cuts to teacher and instructional programs. Install energy efficient systems to save money and return the savings to the classroom. District-Wide Instructional Technology and Wiring Projects To Maintain A High Standard of Achievement Goal and Purpose: To upgrade classroom computers and computer technology to allow our teachers and students to use up-to-date teaching methods and enhance instruction in core academic subjects like reading, writing, math, science and technology and be better prepared for college or future careers: Provide and maintain up-to-date technology, data and communication equipment. Upgrade and expand wireless systems, telecommunications, Internet and network connections. Upgrade and replace computers, hardware and software systems, classroom and library technology and teaching equipment to enhance instruction. Establish a classroom technology fund to keep our technology up-to-date and allow our students to learn the skills necessary for a 21st century economy. In addition to the projects described above which will be undertaken throughout the District, the Project List also includes the following upgrades at each of the District's schools: District Elementary Schools Amesti Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging, unsafe playground equipment and upgrade playfields Essential School Repair Projects Install an energy management system, new windows, siding and doors to reduce utility bills; exterior painting Replace carpet and flooring in all classrooms Remodel and upgrade kitchen, replace/remodel portables Install new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Ann Soldo Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging, unsafe playground equipment and upgrade playfields Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Essential School Repair Projects Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade and remodel interior classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Bradley Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging, unsafe playground equipment and upgrade playfields Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interior classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Make necessary technology upgrades to Aptos area schools to bring them up to equitable standards Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems, replace aging computers Install Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone systems Calabasas Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging, unsafe playground equipment and upgrade playfields Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Install Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone systems Freedom Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields, hardcourts Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Upgrade site and building utilities Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms H.A. Hyde Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging, unsafe playground equipment and upgrade playfields Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Improve handicap accessibility Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Upgrade site and building utilities Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Hall District Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment, upgrade playfields, fencing Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Replace windows Upgrade site and building utilities Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Landmark Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrade handicapped accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities Upgrade fire alarm systems, emergency communication and bells/clock systems Upgrade playfields, parking, driveways , pathways, walkways to improve student safety Essential School Repair Projects Replace roofing systems Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms MacQuiddy Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace unsafe, aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms, replace windows Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Upgrade site utilities Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Mar Vista Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace aging restrooms Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Make necessary technology upgrades to Aptos area schools to bring them up to equitable standards Install Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone systems New Construction Project Build new multi-purpose room and expand the library Mintie White Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Upgrade irrigation systems and landscaping Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Ohlone Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace aging restrooms Replace or upgrade unsafe playground equipment Essential School Repair Projects Replace roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Site improvement, irrigation system upgrades for safety Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Radcliff Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Repair or replace windows Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Add playground equipment Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Rio Del Mar Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields and hardcourts Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace aging restrooms Upgrade track, repair and improve playfields and equipment Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Upgrade technology to Aptos area schools to bring them up to equitable standards Upgrade phone and communication system Starlight Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Upgrade or replace unsafe playground equipment Upgrade playfields; add turf, irrigation systems and landscape Upgrade perimeter fencing Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Valencia Elementary School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Upgrade perimeter fencing Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Replace windows with energy efficient window systems Upgrade site utilities Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Upgrade technology to Aptos area schools to bring them up to equitable standards Install Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone systems District Middle Schools Aptos Junior High School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace aging restrooms Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Upgrade field and track Make upgrades to utility systems Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Upgrade technology to Aptos area schools to bring them up equitable standards Install Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone systems New Construction Project Build new gymnasium, remodel existing gym to multipurpose, upgrade kitchen area Cesar Chavez Middle School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace aging restrooms Improve parking, driveways, walkway areas; repair paving Upgrade perimeter fencing for safety Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Improve irrigation systems, hard courts, play areas Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms E.A. Hall Middle School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Install new track, upgrade fields and play areas Improve parking, driveways, walkway areas; repair exterior paving Upgrade perimeter fencing Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Lakeview Middle School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities Upgrade fire alarm systems, bell, clock systems Upgrade restrooms Improve parking, driveways, walkway areas; exterior paving Improve track and playfields Essential School Repair Projects Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Pajaro Middle School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Upgrade and/or replace aging restrooms Upgrade utilities Improve parking, driveways, walkway areas; repair exterior paving Upgrade track and field areas Upgrade perimeter fencing for safety Essential School Repair Projects Replace roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Rolling Hills Middle School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Improve parking, driveways, walkway areas; repair exterior paving Improve drainage, turf and irrigation systems Upgrade track and field areas Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems High Schools Aptos High School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace aging restrooms Resurface Mariner Way, landscape entrance to school, resurface/install new parking Upgrade physical education facilities and fields Improve parking, driveways and walkway areas Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Upgrade technology to Aptos area schools to bring them up equitable standards Install Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) telephone systems Pajaro Valley High School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Upgrade utility and plumbing systems Improve playfields; add field house, restroom, equipment storage and drinking fountain; site improvements Improve vehicular access, parking areas and walkways Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Improve arts and physical education facilities to offer comparable learning opportunities to students at PVHS as students at the other comprehensive high schools in the District. Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms New Construction Project Build new student activities center with modern amenities and flexibility for multiple types of use to improve student access to arts, drama, and music Watsonville High School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Improve irrigation systems throughout campus Improve utility systems Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Renaissance High School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Improve parking, driveways, walkway areas; repair unsafe paving Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Improve utility systems Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Charter/Alternative Schools AVCI Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrade accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities Upgrade fire alarm systems, bell, clock systems Improve parking, driveways, and walkway areas; repair exterior paving Essential School Repair Projects Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Add protective cover at restroom doors Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Alianza Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Upgrade site utilities Improve parking, driveways, and walkway areas; repair exterior paving Upgrade irrigation system and landscaping; regrade site for better surface drainage Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Linscott Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrades to meet current earthquake and safety standards Upgrade handicap accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities so all students can reach their full potential Upgrade fire alarm systems and emergency communication systems and bell/clock systems Improve campus safety by upgrading parking, driving areas and exterior lighting and pathways Replace aging playground equipment and upgrade playfields Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace aging restrooms Improve parking, driveways and walkway areas; repair exterior paving Upgrade irrigation system and site Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Install energy efficient windows on main building Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms Upgrade network equipment, wiring, data systems Install Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP) telephone systems New School Student Health and Safety Projects Upgrade accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities Upgrade fire alarm systems, bell, clock systems Improve parking, driveways and walkway areas; repair exterior paving Upgrade irrigation systems and sites Essential School Repair Projects Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms WCSA Student Health and Safety Projects Major modernization to bring schools up to current safety and seismic codes Upgrade accessibility to sites, restrooms and other facilities Upgrade fire alarm systems, bell, clock systems Address structural deficiencies Upgrade and/or replace restrooms Improve parking, driveways and walkway areas; repair exterior paving Repair or replace unsafe playground equipment Essential School Repair Projects Replace aging, leaky roofing systems, gutters, downspouts, drainage Upgrade or replace heating, ventilation and air-conditioning systems and controls, as required Upgrade and remodel interiors of classrooms and buildings Upgrade and/or install energy management systems Upgrade lighting systems; utilize green and sustainable building strategies Upgrade / replace portable classrooms Upgrade kitchens to improve nutritional options Paint and repair exterior surfaces of buildings Repair or replace windows and accessories Technology Upgrade Projects to Provide 21st Century Education Upgrade classrooms to Intelligent Classrooms * * Listed building, repair and rehabilitation projects and upgrades will be completed as needed. Each project is assumed to include its share of furniture, equipment, architectural, engineering, and similar planning costs, program/project management, staff training expenses and a customary contingency for unforeseen design and construction costs. In addition to the listed repair and construction projects stated above, the Project List also includes the acquisition of a variety of instructional, maintenance and operational equipment, including the reduction or retirement of outstanding lease or capital facility note obligations including interim funding incurred to advance fund projects from the Project List, or the reimbursement of the District for such reduction, the construction of new schools, if necessary to serve students, the acquisition of land, the construction or remodeling of administrative support spaces, installation of signage and fencing, the payment of the costs of preparation of all facility planning, facility assessment reviews, facility master plan updates, environmental studies (including environmental investigation, remediation and monitoring) and construction documentation, gymnasium upgrades, temporary housing of dislocated District activities caused by bond projects. The upgrading of technology infrastructure includes, but is not limited to, computers, LCD projectors, portable interface devices, servers, switches, routers, modules, sound projection, card access systems, laser printers, digital white boards, document projectors, upgraded voice-over IP, call manager and network security/firewall, and other miscellaneous equipment and software. A technology fund may also be established for future technology upgrades. In addition to the projects listed above, the repair and renovation of each of the existing school facilities may include, but not be limited to, some or all of the following: install trash enclosures, upgrade of facilities for energy efficiencies (including solar) and to reduce fire risks; repair and replacement of worn-out and leaky roofs, windows, walls doors and drinking fountains; installation wiring and electrical systems to safely accommodate computers, technology and other electrical devices and needs; resurfacing or replacing of hard courts, turf and irrigation systems and campus landscaping; build/renovate athletic facilities; upgrade or replace inadequate libraries, multi-purpose rooms and a new central kitchen and nutrition center; upgrade locker rooms; install lunch shelters; install or upgrade natural or artificial turf, and bleachers; improve sanitation and recycling; install interior and exterior painting and floor covering; installation of covered walkways or shelters; repair rubberized play apparatus surfaces; repair, upgrade and install interior and exterior lighting systems; replace water and sewer lines and other plumbing systems; and replace outdated security fences and security systems. A deferred maintenance fund may also be established. The allocation of bond proceeds will be affected by the District's receipt of State matching funds and the final costs of each project. In the absence of State matching funds, which the District will aggressively pursue to reduce the District's share of the costs of the projects, the District will not be able to complete some of the projects listed above. Some projects may be undertaken as joint use projects in cooperation with other local public or non-profit agencies. The budget for each project is an estimate and may be affected by factors beyond the District's control. The final cost of each project will be determined as plans are finalized, construction bids are awarded and projects are completed. Based on the final costs of each project, certain projects described above may be delayed or may not be completed. Demolition of existing facilities and reconstruction of facilities scheduled for repair and upgrade may occur, if the Board determines that such an approach would be more cost-effective in creating more enhanced and operationally efficient campuses. Necessary site preparation/restoration may occur in connection with new construction, renovation or remodeling, or installation or removal of relocatable classrooms, including ingress and egress, removing, replacing or installing irrigation, storm drain, and utility lines, trees and landscaping, relocating fire access roads, and acquiring any necessary easements, licenses, or rights of way to the property. Proceeds of the bonds may be used to pay or reimburse the District for the cost of District staff when performing work on or necessary and incidental to bond projects. Bond proceeds shall only be expended for the specific purposes identified herein. The District shall create an account into which proceeds of the bonds shall be deposited and comply with the reporting requirements of Government Code § 53410. NO ADMINISTRATOR SALARIES. PROCEEDS FROM THE SALE OF THE BONDS AUTHORIZED BY THIS PROPOSITION SHALL BE USED ONLY FOR THE ACQUISITION, CONSTRUCTION, RECONSTRUCTION, REHABILITATION, OR REPLACEMENT OF SCHOOL FACILITIES, INCLUDING THE FURNISHING AND EQUIPPING OF SCHOOL FACILITIES, AND NOT FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE, INCLUDING TEACHER AND SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR SALARIES AND OTHER OPERATING EXPENSES. FISCAL ACCOUNTABILITY. THE EXPENDITURE OF BOND MONEY ON THESE PROJECTS IS SUBJECT TO STRINGENT FINANCIAL ACCOUNTABILITY REQUIREMENTS. BY LAW, PERFORMANCE AND FINANCIAL AUDITS WILL BE PERFORMED ANNUALLY, AND ALL BOND EXPENDITURES WILL BE MONITORED BY AN INDEPENDENT CITIZENS' OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (EDUCATION CODE SECTION 15278 ET SEQ.) TO ENSURE THAT FUNDS ARE SPENT AS PROMISED AND SPECIFIED. THE CITIZENS' OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE MUST INCLUDE, AMONG OTHERS, REPRESENTATION OF A BONA FIDE TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION, A BUSINESS ORGANIZATION AND A SENIOR CITIZENS ORGANIZATION. NO DISTRICT EMPLOYEES OR VENDORS ARE ALLOWED TO SERVE ON THE CITIZENS' OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE.