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Local bonds and levies are important tools Washington school districts can use to support students, programs, operations and school facilities.

Washington state provides funding for basic education, while local voter-approved levies can provide funding for needs and services beyond what is funded by the state. Depending on the type of levy, local funding may support educational programs and operations, transportation vehicles, technology, facility improvements or other authorized purposes.

BONDS

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Bonds provide a way for school districts to finance major, long-term capital projects, such as constructing, replacing or significantly improving school facilities. Voter approval authorizes the district to issue bonds and collect property taxes to repay the debt over time.

The Moses Lake School District is committed to providing clear information about bond and levy measures, how voter-approved funding is used and the progress being made on commitments to our community.

Below, you can find information about current Moses Lake School District bond and levy measures.

 

LEVIES

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School districts in Washington receive funding from state, federal and local sources. While the state provides funding for basic education, local levies allow communities to provide additional funding for programs, services and needs beyond what is funded by the state.

A levy is a voter-approved property tax collected over a specific period of time and for a specific purpose. School districts may ask voters to consider different types of levies depending on the needs of the district.