QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT MEASURE GG

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QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS ABOUT MEASURE GG
What kinds of upgrades are needed in
the District?
The District has done a careful evaluation
of the urgent and critical facility needs of
each school and has developed a list of
the highest priority projects that include:
n Providing labs and updating
classrooms for career
technical education
n Updating instructional technology
in the classroom for improved
student learning
n Upgrading classrooms, libraries,
science labs and computer systems
to keep pace with technology and
rising academic standards
n Improving student safety and
security, including security lighting
and cameras, fencing, smoke
detectors, fire alarms
and sprinklers
n Repairing or replacing deteriorated
roofs, floors, electrical systems and
plumbing and removing hazardous
materials in older schools
n Reducing classroom overcrowding
by providing new classrooms
and facilities
What is the District doing to address
these needs?
The Board of Education voted to place
a bond measure on the November
2014 ballot to address these needs. All
registered voters in the Corona-Norco
Unified School District will be eligible to
vote on the measure.
How do I know what projects will
be completed?
It is the intention of the Board to ensure
that proceeds will be used to make sure
that every student has the best learning
environment possible. A list of the highest
priority projects to provide facility and
equipment needs for career and technical
education, improve student safety and
make needed repairs will be available on
the District’s website.
How do I know that the money will
be spent wisely?
Strict accountability provisions will
ensure funds are spent only for voterapproved purposes.
n All money raised within city areas
will be distributed equally between
Corona, Norco and Eastvale schools
n Community members will
receive regular updates regarding
bond projects
n Funds cannot be taken by the State
or diverted to other areas
n No funds can be used for District
administration or employee salaries
n A Citizens’ Oversight Committee with
representatives from all communities
and annual independent audits
will ensure that the money is spent
consistent with a voter-approved
project list
How much will Measure GG cost?
If passed, the measure will generate
approximately $396 million and will cost
local property owners around $24 per
$100,000 of assessed (not market)
value annually.
When will Measure GG appear on
the ballot?
Measure GG will appear on the ballot at
the November 4, 2014 election. Absentee
voters can expect to receive their ballots
the week of October 6. All registered
voters in the Corona-Norco Unified School
District will be eligible to vote. If you
are not registered to vote, visit
www.registertovote.ca.gov or call
(800) 345-8683. The deadline to register
to vote is October 20. In order to pass,
Measure GG must receive a 55% yes vote.
Notice to
Voters
What if I have more questions?
For questions and comments,
please contact Ted Rozzi, Assistant
Superintendent at (951) 736-5045 or
[email protected].
S tay I nformed
Would you like to receive
regular updates regarding
bond projects? Please provide
us with your email address at
www.cnusd.k12.ca.us/mgg
LOCAL SCHOOL SAFETY, REPAIR AND IMPROVEMENT MEASURE FOR
CORONA-NORCO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Corona-Norco Unified School District
PROTECTING QUALITY ACADEMIC INSTRUCTION IN OUR COMMUNITY
High-Quality Education
Measure GG—Providing Safe and Up-To-Date Classrooms
Corona-Norco Unified School District (CNUSD)
provides a high-quality education for the
students in the Corona, Norco and Eastvale
communities. Twenty-eight of our schools
have been named California Distinguished
Schools and our District was recognized two
consecutive years as one of four national
finalists for the Eli and Edythe Broad Prize
for Urban Education for demonstrating
the greatest overall performance and
improvement in student achievement.
If approved by 55% of local voters on November 4, 2014, Measure GG will:
n Provide labs and update classrooms for career
technical education
n Update instructional technology in the classroom for
improved student learning
n Upgrade classrooms, libraries, science labs and
computer systems to keep pace with technology and
rising academic standards
n Improve student safety and security, including
security lighting and cameras, fencing, smoke
detectors, fire alarms and sprinklers
n Repair or replace deteriorated roofs, floors, electrical
Preparing Students for College and 21st-Century Careers
CNUSD is committed to ensuring that our students are equipped with 21st-century skills to be college and career
ready. However, many classrooms and school facilities require significant upgrades, especially to ensure local
students can compete for high-demand jobs in growing fields like science, technology and engineering.
systems and plumbing and remove hazardous
materials in older schools
n Reduce classroom overcrowding by providing new classrooms and facilities
Fiscal Accountability Will Ensure Funds Stay Local to Support Our Students
n All money raised within city areas will be distributed equally
Measure GG—2014 Local School Bond Measure, November 4 Election
On August 5, the Board of Education unanimously voted to place Measure GG on the November 2014 ballot to
address the needs of our outdated and aging facilities. If approved by local voters, Measure GG will provide local
funding to improve our Corona, Norco and Eastvale schools—funding that cannot be taken away by the State.
All registered voters in the Corona-Norco Unified School District will be eligible to vote. For more information
about the upcoming measure or our classroom improvement plans, please do not hesitate to contact Ted Rozzi,
Assistant Superintendent at (951) 736-5045 or [email protected].
between Corona, Norco and Eastvale schools
n Community members will receive regular updates regarding
bond projects
n Funds cannot be taken by the State or diverted to other areas
n No funds can be used for district administration or
employee salaries
n A Citizens’ Oversight Committee with representatives from all
communities and annual independent audits will ensure that the
money is spent consistent with a voter-approved project list

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