Levies

On February 13, 2024, voters within our school district boundary weighed in on two specific funding measures for their local schools: levies. These levies will continue the funding provided by two previous levies that will end on December 31, 2024. The first is for Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O), which covers various school expenses, and the second is a Capital Levy for Technology, Health, and Safety.

To inform residents, this brochure explaining the levies was mailed to all homes in the Camas School District on January 26, the same day that voting ballots were sent out from the Clark County Elections Office.

How much will be collected?

The four-year levy will collect the following amounts. The amount collected cannot increase over the four years.

EP&O

Est. Rate/1,000

Levy Amount

2025

$1.82

$19,130,000

2026

$1.82

$19,710,000

2027

$1.82

$20,300,000

2028

$1.82

$20,910,000

Tech/Capital

Est. Rate/1,000

Levy Amount

2025

$0.39

$4,150,000

2026

$0.39

$4,270,000

2027

$0.39

$4,270,000

2028

$0.39

$4,530,000

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The EP&O Levy Enriches Basic Education

Levy dollars are pooled with state funds to pay for programs and services that the State doesn’t fully fund. They also provide opportunities beyond basic education. The levy enables the district to supply technology to students, offer a variety of electives, maintain facilities, and provide staff that enhance learning experiences and coach athletics and activities.

Educational support

  • Teachers and support staff

  • Transportation and crossing guards

  • Music and art

  • Elective classes

  • Health services

  • Drug prevention education

  • Professional development

  • Substitutes

Building maintenance and operations

  • Asset preservation

  • Grounds and building maintenance

  • Custodial supplies and equipment

  • Facilities improvements

  • Utilities and insurance

Student learning and activities

  • Athletics and after-school activities

  • Coaches and advisers

  • Textbooks and curricula

  • Social-emotional learning

  • AP programs

  • Highly Capable

Special education services

  • Special education teachers

  • Special education assistants

  • Instructional materials and supplies

Item

Levy %

Cost

Certificated Positions

24%

$4,615,351

Special Services

12%

$2,361,190

Cert Supplemental Contracts

10%

$1,912,619

Classified Positions

10%

$1,856,511

Extracurricular

9%

$1,633,006

Staff Development

7%

$1,395,179

Central Admin

7%

$1,292,150

Principals

6%

$1,238,448

Substitutes

5%

$900,034

Food Service

4%

$828,311

Misc.

3%

$632,191

Transportation

2%

$465,010

Frequently Asked Questions