Measure EE is on the November ballot and intended to maintain excellent elementary schools in Saugus Union School District by providing safe, modern classrooms for local students, according to the measure’s website.
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“Our schools are the most valuable resource in our valley. Maintaining their facilities and investing in our future is the most important commitment we can make for our kids,” said Carl Goldman, KHTS AM-1220 co-owner. “Our stellar schools mean high property values, a strong business climate and a commitment for our future. We urge you to vote yes on Measure EE.”
The money will go towards upgrades in the Saugus Union School District, according to Joan Lucid, Saugus Union School District superintendent.
“People move to the Santa Clarita Valley for our amazing school systems,” said Lucid. “Our schools have gotten state and national recognition, and we need to continue that reputation.”
“We need to meet those needs,” said Lucid. “We have done all of the maintenance that we can do, and we have done it well.”
Now, in order to keep our schools up to date with the 21st century, we need some local funding, Lucid said.
Some of the schools need to improve their buildings with new roofs, new air conditioning, and some of the portable classrooms need to be replaced with more permanent structures, according to Lucid.
The measure will also increase the safety of our schools and our students, according to Lucid.
“We will improve some safety and security measures by securing classrooms with doors that can be locked from the inside if they need to be,” said Lucid.
The measure has support from a lot of the community, including Congressman Howard P. “Buck” McKeon, State Senator Steve Knight, Former State Senator Tony Strickland, State Assemblyman Scott Wilk and many other school boards, organizations and residents.
The measure needs an approval rate of 55 percent to pass.
“If approved, there will be a citizens oversight committee set up that oversees the allocated money and upgrades,” said Lucid. “The money will stay local, the state of California couldn’t take any of it. There will also be an annual audit so the public can see that the money is going towards what we said it would go towards.”
“We need parents to know that their children are getting the best we can offer, and a 21st century learning environment,” Lucid said.
Do you have a news tip? Call us at (661) 298-1220, or drop us a line at community@hometownstation.com.About Measure EE:
Vote YES on Measure EE to maintain excellent elementary schools in Saugus Union School District and provide safe, modern classrooms for local students.
With consistently increasing test scores that exceed the State Standard for Excellence, SUSD elementary schools are among the best in California. Our schools have earned 5 National Blue Ribbon School and 35 California Distinguished School awards.
Great schools in our community protect quality of life and the value of our homes – a good investment for those with or without children.
Academic standards are rising for what it takes to compete in the 21st century. Our students need upgraded classrooms, science labs, computer systems and instructional technology to equip them with the skills necessary to ensure their future success.
We need Measure EE to ensure that school buildings, science labs, technology and other facilities continue to support outstanding student achievement. Measure EE will maintain quality instruction in core subjects like reading, math, science and technology.
It will also complete needed repairs to provide well-maintained schools and classrooms that protect student safety and security.
Measure EE will:
Repair or replace leaky roofs, worn-out floors, old, rusty plumbing and failing electrical systems
Remove hazardous materials like asbestos and lead paint from older schools
Improve access for students with disabilities
Improve student safety and security systems, including security lighting, fire alarms and sprinklers
Add science labs and equipment to enhance science education
Provide updated computers and instructional technology to help students meet higher standards
Measure EE is fiscally accountable:
All funds stay in Saugus Union School District to support our local elementary students – Sacramento cannot take a single penny
A mandatory Citizens’ Oversight Committee and annual independent audits ensure that the money is spent as promised
No funds can be used for administrators’ salaries or benefits
Join us in voting YES on Measure EE to maintain excellence in local elementary schools.