SAVE TUCSON
Mayor Regina Romero
Council Member Lane Santa Cruz
Council Member Paul Cunningham
Council Member Kevin Dahl
Council Member Nikki Lee
ARE CITY POLITICIANS KILLING DEMOCRACY?
These Tucson elected officials voted on June 6th to take YOUR hard-earned money and give themselves an ongoing pay raise without a direct vote of the people each time!
It's now on the ballot as Prop 413.
If passed by the voters, the pay raise would nearly double the pay of the Mayor and nearly triple the pay of the City Council Members.
Council Member Richard Fimbres
Council Member Steve Kozachik
Per the US Census Bureau the median income of Tucson residents is $25,272 as of 2020.
TUCSON VOTERS SAY HOMELESSNESS, ROADS, CRIME, SAFE NEIGHBORHOODS, AND DRUGS ARE THE TOP CITY ISSUES.
HERE'S HOW POLITICIANS THAT WANT TO TAKE YOUR MONEY TO DOUBLE/TRIPLE THEIR PAY ARE PERFORMING
WHAT'S ON YOUR BALLOT?
City of Tucson Prop 413 Election
Voting without knowing what's on your ballot is like lighting your money on fire.
What is the upcoming election about?
Proposition 413
• Increase the Mayor's salary by $53,750 to $95,750 per year. The new salary would be over 2.25 times than the Mayor's current salary.
• Increase each Council Members’ salary by $52,000 to $76,000 per year. The new salary would be over 3.15 times than Council Members' current salary.
What are the significant dates for the election?
- If you aren't already registered to vote, the last day to register in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Tuesday, October 10th, 2023.
Check your voter registration status at ezaz.org/vote
- Ballots will be mailed on October 11, 2023. The last day to request early ballot October 27
- VOTED BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 7 p.m., November 7th. MAIL ballots by October 31st.
Who can vote in this election?
All registered voters that reside in the City of Tucson will receive a ballot by mail with voting instructions in the envelope.
What policies has the City of Tucson implemented with my tax dollars?
- Implemented Restrictions Preventing Families with More Than 10 Members from Having Proper Funerals - SOURCE
- Implemented City-Wide Covid Lockdown & Shut Businesses Down - SOURCE
- Implemented Curfew in the Name of Stopping the Spread of Covid - SOURCE
- Was Against Re-Opening from Covid - SOURCE
- Voted and Approved Firing City Employees Who Did Not Get Vaccincated Against Covid - SOURCE
- Closed playgrounds, basketball courts, volleyball courts, and fitness areas because of Covid - SOURCE
- Implemented Mask Mandates - SOURCE
- Implemented Mask Mandates a Second Time in 2021, Including for Those Who Were Vaccinated - SOURCE
- The Tucson Climate Action Plan Outlines Policy to Reduce Meat Consumption and Also Become a Car-Free City - SOURCE
- Implementing 15-Minute City Policies. - SOURCE - SOURCE
- Implementing Road Diets through Complete Streets - reducing the amount of traffic to slow traffic, alter driving experiences, implement bike lanes, Bus Rapid Transit, and/or Light Rail. Recognized as One of the Top Cities in America for the Complete Street Program - SOURCE
- Has committed the City to implement policy around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion - SOURCE
- Equity teaches people and has policies based on the belief that there is systemic racism, they are entitled to reparations and more because of the color of their skin. - SOURCE
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion teaches students and people that white people are oppressors. - SOURCE
- Has sold over $44 Million of Water Rights to the Federal Government - SOURCE
- Voted to Drastically Increase Water Rates - SOURCE
What are taxpayers in the City of Tucson being asked?
Voters will be asked to say yes or no on One Measure:
QUESTION 1:
Increase the Mayor's salary by $53,750 to $95,750 per year. The new salary would be over 2.25 times than the Mayor's current salary.
Also, increase each Council Members’ salary by $52,000 to $76,000 per year. The new salary would be over 3.15 times than Council Members' current salary.
Altar Valley Elementary School District No. 51
What is the upcoming election about?
The Altar Valley Elementary School District is asking for a 10% budget override.
What are the significant dates for the election?
- If you aren't already registered to vote, the last day to register in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Tuesday, October 10th, 2023.
Check your voter registration status at ezaz.org/vote
- Ballots will be mailed on October 11, 2023. The last day to request early ballot October 27
- VOTED BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 7 p.m., November 7th. MAIL ballots by October 31st.
Who can vote in this election?
To vote in this school district election, you must be 18 years of age, living within the boundary of the school district, and be registered to vote at least 29 days prior to Election Day, before midnight on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.
If you do not know if you are eligible to vote, please contact the Pima County Recorder’s Office at (520) 724-4330.
REGISTERING TO VOTE:
There are different ways to register to vote:
• Go to the Pima County Recorder’s Office located at 240 N. Stone Avenue
• Visit the Pima County Recorder’s website and download/print a voter registration form at:
http://www.recorder.pima.gov/regvote
• You can also register at: http://servicearizona.com & click on “Voter Registration.”
ACCESSIBILITY FOR VOTERS:
• County election officials will accommodate special needs of voters. If special assistance for voters with disabilities is required, please call (520) 724-4330 or 711 (TDD) at least 72 hours prior to Election Day.
• A large print copy of this Information Pamphlet will be available at all replacement ballot centers.
Aren’t Altar Valley schools doing a good job?
- 23% of students are proficient or highly proficient at English
- 18% of students are proficient or highly proficient at Math
Aren’t Altar Valley Teachers underpaid?
Altar Valley Elementary pays an average annual salary of $47,954 to teachers.
The average annual salary in Tucson is $45,000 as of September 14th, 2023 per Zippia.
What are taxpayers in the Altar Valley School District being asked?
Voters will be asked to say yes or no on one measure:
- The 10% budget override
What are the current tax rates for the Override?
- The total 10% budget override amount for the first year of the proposed continuation is estimated to be $520,584 and would be funded in that year by an estimated $0.88 tax rate per $100 of net assessed valuation used for secondary property tax purposes which is approximately equal to the current secondary tax rate for the existing budget override. The estimated cost to an owner of a home with a limited property value of $71,440 would be approximately $63 per year.
- Shows up on your tax bill as secondary property tax.
- Property taxes combined add up to thousands of dollars!
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://www.to.pima.gov/propertySearch/
Is Altar Valley School District underfunded?
Altar Valley Elementary spends $13,424 per student per year.
If the override fails, how will my taxes be affected?
- Without passage of the override, the district will have to reduce the operational budget.
- Once any outstanding Bonds and Overrides are completely paid off, Secondary property taxes related to the bond will be eliminated.
How has more funding impacted Altar Valley Public Schools?
Comparing to the 2018-2019 School Year Performance to the 2021-2022 School Year Performance
- Drop of over 11% in enrollment
- More than 20% Increase to the Drop Out Rate from 7.57% to 9.15%
- 10% Drop in Math Proficiency
- 6% Drop in English Proficiency
- Total Students with Chronic Absenteeism Increased from 304 to 354 [More than 62% of Enrolled Students]
- Reported Instances of Violence Decreased from 16 to 0
- Total Students Reported as Harassed or Bullied Decreased from 5 to 0
School officials claim there will be no new taxes. Is this accurate?
- Once any outstanding Bonds and Overrides are repaid, you won't have to continue paying Secondary property taxes related to the bond.
- If the measure passes, the current Secondary tax rates will remain the same; however;
- If the measure passes, the total amount of taxes paid will likely go higher if there is continued inflation related to property values.
Why do we have an override continuation election?
Altar Valley is legally allowed to call the override a continuation even though we will vote to approve it as if it is new.
What does Altar Valley Schools intend to use the additional funds for?
The 10% Maintenance and Operation budget override would continue funding for programs currently serving District students. This override supports the District’s efforts to help maintain present levels of service:
• Free full day Kindergarten
• Competitive teacher and staff salaries
• Small class sizes
• Free athletic programs
I’m renting. Why should I care about this election?
- If the override measure is defeated, your landlord’s taxes will go down and could mitigate future rent increases.
- Irrespective of being a property owner, we all want to see the kids receive a quality education.
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://www.to.pima.gov/propertySearch/
Where can I vote in this election?
WAYS TO RETURN YOUR BALLOT
1. MAIL your ballot using the Yellow Postage Paid Envelope by Tuesday, October 31, 2023, OR
2. DROP OFF your ballot by Tuesday, November 7, 2023, by 7 pm at any of the following Ballot Replacement Sites.
You can also get a REPLACEMENT BALLOT at one of the locations listed below or by calling the Pima County Recorder’s Office at 520-724-4330.
Ballot Replacement & Drop-Off Locations
(Don’t Forget to Bring your ID!)
(Visit recorder.pima.gov/VoterID to learn what identification is needed to vote in person)
Location Address Dates / Times
Pima County Recorder’s Office – Downtown 240 N. Stone Ave
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri Tuesday,
11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Pima County Recorder’s Office - Ballot Processing Center 6550 S. Country Club Rd
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri Tuesday,
11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Clerk Elections Center 800 E. 12th Street
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri Tuesday,
11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Fellowship Bible Church 6700 E. Broadway Blvd
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri Tuesday,
11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Drop-Off Only Locations: (No ability to print a new ballot.)
Location Address Dates / Times
Pima County Recorder’s Office – Eastside 6920 E. Broadway Blvd.
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri Tuesday,
11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Housing & Community Development 310 N. Commerce Park Loop
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Morris K. Udall Regional Center 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center 2160 N. 6th Ave
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
El Pueblo Senior Center 101 W. Irvington Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Parks & Rec Admin – Randolph Park 900 S. Randolph Way
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
William Clements Recreation Center 8155 E. Poinciana Drive
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Tully Elementary Magnet School 1701 W. El Rio Drive
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Pistor Middle School 5455 S. Cardinal Avenue
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Flowing Wells School District Administration 1556 W. Prince Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Sahuarita School District Administration 350 W. Sahuarita Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Altar Valley School District Administration 10105 S. Sasabe Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
The deadline to request a replacement ballot by mail is OCTOBER 27, 2023. Please contact the Pima County Recorder at 520-724-4330 or go to Recorder.Pima.gov/BallotByMail
If you make a mistake when filling out your ballot or affidavit, please consult our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page at Recorder.Pima.gov/BallotFAQs for steps on how to correct the problem.
Flowing Wells Unified School District No. 8
What is the upcoming election about?
In Proposition 497, Flowing Wells Unified School District is asking for approval of a 3% increase to the existing 10% Maintenance and Operation Budget Override resulting in a 13% Override that will cost $4,771,102.
What are the significant dates for the election?
- If you aren't already registered to vote, the last day to register in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Tuesday, October 10th, 2023.
Check your voter registration status at ezaz.org/vote
- Ballots will be mailed on October 11, 2023. The last day to request early ballot October 27
- VOTED BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 7 p.m., November 7th. MAIL ballots by October 31st.
Who can vote in this election?
To vote in this school district election, you must be 18 years of age, living within the boundary of the school district, and be registered to vote at least 29 days prior to Election Day, before midnight on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. If you do not know if you are eligible to vote, please contact the Pima County Recorder’s Office at (520) 724-4330.
REGISTERING TO VOTE:
There are different ways to register to vote:
• Go to the Pima County Recorder’s Office located at 240 N. Stone Avenue
• Visit the Pima County Recorder’s website and download/print a voter registration form at: http://www.recorder.pima.gov/regvote
• You can also register at: http://servicearizona.com & click on “Voter Registration.”
ACCESSIBILITY FOR VOTERS:
• County election officials will accommodate special needs of voters. If special assistance for voters with disabilities is required, please call (520) 724-4330 or 711 (TDD) at least 72 hours prior to Election Day.
• A large print copy of this Information Pamphlet will be available at all replacement ballot centers.
What policies did Flowing Wells Unified School District implement with my tax dollars?
Aren’t Flowing Wells Unified schools doing a good job?
- 80.17% Graduation Rate
- 34% of students are proficient or highly proficient at English
- 28% of students are proficient or highly proficient at Math
Aren’t Flowing Wells Unified Teachers underpaid?
Flowing Wells pays an average annual salary of $56,859 to teachers. The average annual salary in Tucson is $45,000 as of September 14th, 2023 per Zippia.
What are taxpayers in the Flowing Wells Unified School District being asked?
Voters will be asked to say yes or no on one measure:
- Approve a 3% increase and continue the 10% budget override
What are the current tax rates for the override?
- The estimated secondary tax rate needed to fund the full override is $2.04 per $100 of net assessed valuation for secondary tax purposes. - The estimated cost to an owner of a home with a limited property value of $127,280 would be approximately $260 per year.
- Shows up on your tax bill as secondary property tax.
- Property taxes combined add up to thousands of dollars!
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://www.to.pima.gov/propertySearch/
Is Flowing Wells Unified School District underfunded?
Flowing Wells spends $12,178 per student per year.
If the override fails, how will my taxes be affected?
- Without passage of the override, the district will have to reduce the operational budget.
- Once any outstanding Bonds and Overrides are repaid, you won't have to continue paying Secondary property taxes related to the bond.
How has more funding impacted Flowing Wells Unified Public Schools?
Comparing to the 2018-2019 School Year Performance to the 2021-2022 School Year Performance
- Reduction of nearly 6% in Enrollment
- Over 8% Drop in Graduation Rate
- Drop Out Rate More Than Doubled from 2.72% to 5.86%
- 11% Drop in Math Proficiency
- 7% Drop in English Proficiency
- Total Students with Chronic Absenteeism Increased from 1,578 to 2,391 [Nearly 45% of Enrolled Students]
- Total Students Enrolled in at least one Advanced Placement Course More Than Halved from 665 to 306
- Reported Instances of Violence Increased from 48 to 106 [More than One Instance per Every Other Day Based on 180 Days in an Arizonan School Year]
- Total Students Reported as Harassed or Bullied Decreased from 6 to 5
This will result in a tax increase.
- If the measure passes, the current Secondary tax rates will increase to cover the additional 3% increase; however;
- If the measure passes, the total amount of taxes paid will likely go higher if there is continued inflation related to property values.
Why do we have an override election?
Flowing Wells is legally allowed to call the 10% override a continuation even though we will vote to approve it as if it is new. The 3% in this proposition is an increase.
What does Flowing Wells Unified Schools intend to use the additional funds for?
The 13% Maintenance and Operation budget override would establish hands-on K-12 engineering classes that integrate science, technology, math, and art. The override also would maintain current funding for programs that serve District students, including: • Award-winning fine arts and performing arts programs. • Specialized elective classes. • Competitive salaries to attract and retain outstanding teachers and staff. • Full-day kindergarten and reasonable class sizes. • Athletics for elementary through high school. • Safe and well-maintained campuses.
I’m renting. Why should I care about this election?
- If the override measure is defeated, your landlord’s taxes will go down and could mitigate future rent increases. - Irrespective of being a property owner, we all want to see the kids receive a quality education. - To view your current property tax liability, visit https://www.to.pima.gov/propertySearch/
Where can I vote in this election?
WAYS TO RETURN YOUR BALLOT
1. MAIL your ballot using the Yellow Postage Paid Envelope by Tuesday, October 31, 2023, OR
2. DROP OFF your ballot by Tuesday, November 7, 2023, by 7 pm at any of the following Ballot Replacement Sites.
You can also get a REPLACEMENT BALLOT at one of the locations listed below or by calling the Pima County Recorder’s Office at 520-724-4330.
Ballot Replacement & Drop-Off Locations (Don’t Forget to Bring your ID!) (Visit recorder.pima.gov/VoterID to learn what identification is needed to vote in person)
Location Address Dates / Times
Pima County Recorder’s Office – Downtown 240 N. Stone Ave
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Pima County Recorder’s Office - Ballot Processing Center 6550 S. Country Club Rd
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Clerk Elections Center 800 E. 12th Street
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Fellowship Bible Church 6700 E. Broadway Blvd
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Drop-Off Only Locations (No ability to print a new ballot.)
Location Address Dates / Times
Pima County Recorder’s Office – Eastside 6920 E. Broadway Blvd.
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Location Address Dates / Times
Tucson City Housing & Community Development 310 N. Commerce Park Loop
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Morris K. Udall Regional Center 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center 2160 N. 6th Ave
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
El Pueblo Senior Center 101 W. Irvington Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Parks & Rec Admin – Randolph Park 900 S. Randolph Way
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
William Clements Recreation Center 8155 E. Poinciana Drive
ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Tully Elementary Magnet School 1701 W. El Rio Drive
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Pistor Middle School 5455 S. Cardinal Avenue
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Flowing Wells School District Administration 1556 W. Prince Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Sahuarita School District Administration 350 W. Sahuarita Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Altar Valley School District Administration 10105 S. Sasabe Road
ELECTION DAY ONLY Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
The deadline to request a replacement ballot by mail is OCTOBER 27, 2023.
Please contact the Pima County Recorder at 520-724-4330 or go to Recorder.Pima.gov/BallotByMail
If you make a mistake when filling out your ballot or affidavit, please consult our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page at Recorder.Pima.gov/BallotFAQs for steps on how to correct the problem.
Tucson Unified School District No. 1
What is the upcoming election about?
Tucson Unified School District is asking to sell $480 Million dollars in bonds. All the estimates are based on the $480m number when the final number after principle and interest is $792,450,000. If this measure passes, it will be paid by tax payers for 24 years.
What are the significant dates for the election?
- If you aren't already registered to vote, the last day to register in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Tuesday, October 10th, 2023.
Check your voter registration status at ezaz.org/vote
- Ballots will be mailed on October 11, 2023. The last day to request early ballot October 27
- VOTED BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 7 p.m., November 7th. MAIL ballots by October 31st.
Who can vote in this election?
To vote in this school district election, you must be 18 years of age, living within the boundary of the school district, and be registered to vote at least 29 days prior to Election Day, before midnight on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. If you do not know if you are eligible to vote, please contact the Pima County Recorder’s Office at (520) 724-4330.
REGISTERING TO VOTE:
There are different ways to register to vote:
• Go to the Pima County Recorder’s Office located at 240 N. Stone Avenue
• Visit the Pima County Recorder’s website and download/print a voter registration form at: http://www.recorder.pima.gov/regvote
• You can also register at: http://servicearizona.com & click on “Voter Registration.”
ACCESSIBILITY FOR VOTERS:
• County election officials will accommodate special needs of voters. If special assistance for voters with disabilities is required, please call (520) 724-4330 or 711 (TDD) at least 72 hours prior to Election Day.
• A large print copy of this Information Pamphlet will be available at all replacement ballot centers.
What policies did Tucson Union School District implement with my tax dollars?
- Tucson High School hosted a Drag Show. Tucson High School Counselor Behind Teen Drag Show Arrested for Relationship With Minor - SOURCE
- Allows boys to use restrooms and locker rooms with girls. - SOURCE - SOURCE
- Major amounts of Violence on Campus - SOURCE
- Has at least 57 teachers who have signed a pledge to teach Critical Race Theory (CRT) and all other social justice-oriented curriculum to children, regardless of the law or the wishes of parents. - SOURCE
- Critical Race Theory teaches that systemic racism is part of American society - from education and housing to employment and healthcare. - SOURCE
- Has a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Department - SOURCE
- Equity teaches people and children that there is systemic racism, they are entitled to reparations and more because of the color of their skin. - SOURCE
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion teaches students and people that white people are oppressors. - SOURCE
Aren’t Tucson Union schools doing a good job?
- 80.58% Graduation Rate
- 28% of students are proficient or highly proficient at English Language Arts
- 20% of students are proficient or highly proficient at Math
Aren’t Tucson Union Teachers underpaid?
Tucson Unified pays an average annual salary of $49,477 to teachers. The average annual salary in Tucson is $45,000 as of September 14th, 2023 per Zippia.
What are taxpayers in the Tucson Union School District being asked?
Voters will be asked to say yes or no on one measure:
- The sale of $480 million in new bonds
What are the current tax rates for the bond?
- The estimate for a homeowner in Tucson Unified, who has an assessed value of $100,000, is $68.78 annually. The tax impact over the term of the bonds on an owner-occupied residence valued by the county assessor at $250,000 is estimated to be $184.63 per year for 24 years, or $4,431.12.
- Shows up on your tax bill as secondary property tax.
- Property taxes combined add up to thousands of dollars!
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://www.to.pima.gov/propertySearch/
Is Tucson Union School District underfunded?
Tucson Unified spends $14,009 per student per year.
If the bond fails, how will my taxes be affected?
- Without passage of the override, the district will have to reduce the operational budget.
- Once any outstanding Bonds and Overrides are repaid, you won't have to continue paying Secondary property taxes related to the bond.
How has more funding impacted Tucson Union Public Schools?
Comparing to the 2018-2019 School Year Performance to the 2021-2022 School Year Performance
- Drop in Enrollment of 3,680 Students [Over 8% Drop]
- Drop of Nearly 4% in Graduation Rate
- Nearly 80% Increase to the Drop Out Rate from 3.21% to 5.77%
- 10% Drop in Math Proficiency
- 4% Drop in English Proficiency
- Total Students with Chronic Absenteeism Increased from 13,512 to 22,590 [Nearly 54% of Enrolled Students]
- Total Students Enrolled in at least one Advanced Placement Course Decreased from 3,317 to 3,206
- Total Students Reported as Harassed or Bullied Nearly Tripled from 21 to 61
- Reported Instances of Violence Decreased from 1,689 to 1,515 [this is more than 8 Instances per day based on a 180 Day School Year defined by the Tucson Unified School District]
This will result in a tax increase.
- If the measure passes, the current Secondary tax rates will increase
- If the measure passes, the total amount of taxes paid will likely go higher if there is continued inflation related to property values.
What is a bond election?
It is a vote by the public to allow the School District to issue more debt for projects. The $480 million in bonds is NOT a continuation and is a separate item on the property tax statement.
What does Tucson Union Schools intend to use the additional funds for?
The proposed bond projects include:
• Repairs and upgrades to existing facilities
• New air conditioning systems and controls
• Replace or repair deteriorating roofs and floors
• Update aging plumbing and restrooms
• Repair athletic fields, ball courts, gymnasiums, and parking areas
• Replace aging furnishings and equipment to support strong instructional practices
• Modernized systems for energy efficiency Improvements to classrooms and learning spaces
• New and updated science and project labs
• New career and technology labs
• Improve facilities for the fine and performing arts
• Replace portables with permanent building capacity, where necessary Health, Security, and Safety
• Update security and safety systems at each school (i.e., cameras, lockdown systems, fire alarms, fencing, and access control)
• Renovated school health offices Access to Updated Educational Technology
• Access for every student to the latest instructional technology (i.e., computers, tablets) that fit their learning level.
• Upgraded classroom technology and infrastructure to support interactive learning Student Transportation and Support Vehicles
• Replace aging buses and support vehicles.
• Provide fuel-efficient, air conditioned, and safe transportation services for students and staff
I’m renting. Why should I care about this election?
- If the bond measure is defeated, your landlord’s taxes will not go up and could mitigate future rent increases.
- Irrespective of being a property owner, we all want to see the kids receive a quality education.
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://www.to.pima.gov/propertySearch/
Where can I vote in this election?
WAYS TO RETURN YOUR BALLOT
1. MAIL your ballot using the Yellow Postage Paid Envelope by Tuesday, October 31, 2023, OR
2. DROP OFF your ballot by Tuesday, November 7, 2023, by 7 pm at any of the following Ballot Replacement Sites. You can also get a REPLACEMENT BALLOT at one of the locations listed below or by calling the Pima County Recorder’s Office at 520-724-4330.
Ballot Replacement & Drop-Off Locations
(Don’t Forget to Bring your ID!) (Visit recorder.pima.gov/VoterID to learn what identification is needed to vote in person)
Location Address Dates / Times
Pima County Recorder’s Office – Downtown 240 N. Stone Ave
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Pima County Recorder’s Office - Ballot Processing Center 6550 S. Country Club Rd
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Clerk Elections Center 800 E. 12th Street
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Fellowship Bible Church 6700 E. Broadway Blvd
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Drop-Off Only Locations (No ability to print a new ballot.)
Location Address Dates / Times
Pima County Recorder’s Office – Eastside 6920 E. Broadway Blvd.
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Location Address Dates / Times
Tucson City Housing & Community Development 310 N. Commerce Park Loop ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Morris K. Udall Regional Center 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center 2160 N. 6th Ave ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
El Pueblo Senior Center 101 W. Irvington Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Parks & Rec Admin – Randolph Park 900 S. Randolph Way ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
William Clements Recreation Center 8155 E. Poinciana Drive ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Tully Elementary Magnet School 1701 W. El Rio Drive ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Pistor Middle School 5455 S. Cardinal Avenue ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Flowing Wells School District Administration 1556 W. Prince Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Sahuarita School District Administration 350 W. Sahuarita Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Altar Valley School District Administration 10105 S. Sasabe Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
The deadline to request a replacement ballot by mail is OCTOBER 27, 2023. Please contact the Pima County Recorder at 520-724-4330 or go to Recorder.Pima.gov/BallotByMail
If you make a mistake when filling out your ballot or affidavit, please consult our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page at Recorder.Pima.gov/BallotFAQs for steps on how to correct the problem.
Sunnyside Unified School District No. 12
What is the upcoming election about?
Sunnyside Unified School District is asking for two different types of Overrides.
- For Prop. 498 Sunnyside Unified is asking for an 8% Maintenance and Operation Budget Override of $8,072,542
- For Prop. 499 Sunnyside Unified is asking for a 10% District Additional Assistance Override of $7,000,000
What are the significant dates for the election?
- If you aren't already registered to vote, the last day to register in order to be eligible to vote in this election is Tuesday, October 10th, 2023.
Check your voter registration status at ezaz.org/vote
- Ballots will be mailed on October 11, 2023. The last day to request early ballot October 27
- VOTED BALLOTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN 7 p.m., November 7th. MAIL ballots by October 31st.
Who can vote in this election?
To vote in this school district election, you must be 18 years of age, living within the boundary of the school district, and be registered to vote at least 29 days prior to Election Day, before midnight on Tuesday, October 10, 2023. If you do not know if you are eligible to vote, please contact the Pima County Recorder’s Office at (520) 724-4330.
REGISTERING TO VOTE:
There are different ways to register to vote:
• Go to the Pima County Recorder’s Office located at 240 N. Stone Avenue
• Visit the Pima County Recorder’s website and download/print a voter registration form at: http://www.recorder.pima.gov/regvote
• You can also register at: http://servicearizona.com & click on “Voter Registration.”
ACCESSIBILITY FOR VOTERS:
• County election officials will accommodate special needs of voters. If special assistance for voters with disabilities is required, please call (520) 724-4330 or 711 (TDD) at least 72 hours prior to Election Day.
• A large print copy of this Information Pamphlet will be available at all replacement ballot centers.
What policies did Sunnyside Unified District implement with my tax dollars?
Aren’t Sunnyside Unified schools doing a good job?
- 70.93% Graduation Rate
- 19% of students are proficient or highly proficient at English Language Arts
- 12% of students are proficient or highly proficient at Math
Aren’t Sunnyside Unified Teachers underpaid?
Sunnyside Unified pays an average annual salary of $58,360 to teachers. The average annual salary in Tucson is $45,000 as of September 14th, 2023 per Zippia.
What are taxpayers in the Sunnyside Unified School District being asked?
Voters will be asked to say yes or no on two measures:
- The 8% Maintenance and Operation Budget Override of $8,072,542
- 10% District Additional Assistance Override of $7,000,000
What are the current tax rates for the overrides?
Prop. 498 - Sunnyside Unified School District
- 8% M&O Override
- The estimated cost to an owner of a home with a limited property value of $100,210 would be approximately $136 per year.
Prop. 499 - Sunnyside Unified School District
- $7,000,000 or 10% District Additional Assistance Override
- The estimated cost to an owner of a home with a limited property value of $100,210 would be approximately $118.14 per year.
- Both show up on your tax bill as secondary property tax.
- Property taxes combined add up to thousands of dollars!
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://www.to.pima.gov/propertySearch/
Is Sunnyside Unified School District underfunded?
Sunnyside Unified spends $11,676 per student per year.
If the overrides fail, how will my taxes be affected?
- Without passage of the override, the district will have to reduce the operational budget.
- Once any outstanding Bonds and Overrides are repaid, you won't have to continue paying Secondary property taxes related to the bond.
How has more funding impacted Sunnyside Unified Public Schools?
Comparing to the 2018-2019 School Year Performance to the 2021-2022 School Year Performance
- Drop in Enrollment of 1,569 Students [Nearly 10% Drop]
- Nearly 7% Drop in Graduation Rate
- Nearly 25% Increase to the Drop Out Rate from 4.38% to 5.44%
- 15% Drop in Math Proficiency
- 8% Drop in English Proficiency
- Total Students with Chronic Absenteeism Increased from 6,443 to 9,204 [More than 63% of Enrolled Students]
- Total Students Enrolled in at least one Advanced Placement Course Decreased from 800 to 669
- Total Students Reported as Harassed or Bullied Skyrocketed from 0 to 44
- Reported Instances of Violence Stayed the Same at 0
This will result in a tax increase.
- If the measures pass, the current Secondary tax rates will increase
- If the measures pass, the total amount of taxes paid will likely go higher if there is continued inflation related to property values.
Why do we have an override continuation election?
Sunnyside Unified is legally allowed to call the for overrides for additional funding.
What does Sunnyside Unified Schools intend to use the additional funds for?
The 8% Maintenance and Operation Budget Override are expected to fund the following programs in the first year the budget override will be in effect:
• Maintain school safety and security
• Maintain critical positions that directly support academic growth
• Strengthen programs that prepare students for workforce and college opportunities
• Continue to provide support for all students through Music, Art, Dance and Athletic programs
• Retain and attract quality teachers and staff with competitive salaries
• Maintain a competitive, decompressed classified employee salary schedule in compliance with minimum wage standards
The 10% District Additional Assistance Override will help with:
- Critical safety and security improvements and the modernization of aging school buildings
- Maintaining attractive athletic and fine arts facilities
- Providing classroom technology, curriculum, furniture, and equipment to support increased student achievement
- New school buses and service vehicles to maintain a safe, reliable and cost effective fleet
I’m renting. Why should I care about this election?
- If the override measures are defeated, your landlord’s taxes will not go up and could mitigate future rent increases.
- Irrespective of being a property owner, we all want to see the kids receive a quality education.
- To view your current property tax liability, visit https://www.to.pima.gov/propertySearch/
Where can I vote in this election?
WAYS TO RETURN YOUR BALLOT
1. MAIL your ballot using the Yellow Postage Paid Envelope by Tuesday, October 31, 2023, OR
2. DROP OFF your ballot by Tuesday, November 7, 2023, by 7 pm at any of the following Ballot Replacement Sites.
You can also get a REPLACEMENT BALLOT at one of the locations listed below or by calling the Pima County Recorder’s Office at 520-724-4330.
Ballot Replacement & Drop-Off Locations
(Don’t Forget to Bring your ID!) (Visit recorder.pima.gov/VoterID to learn what identification is needed to vote in person)
Location Address Dates / Times
Pima County Recorder’s Office – Downtown 240 N. Stone Ave
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Pima County Recorder’s Office - Ballot Processing Center 6550 S. Country Club Rd
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Clerk Elections Center 800 E. 12th Street
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Fellowship Bible Church 6700 E. Broadway Blvd
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Drop-Off Only Locations
(No ability to print a new ballot.)
Location Address Dates / Times
Pima County Recorder’s Office – Eastside 6920 E. Broadway Blvd.
10/11/2023 to 11/06/2023 8 am – 5 pm, Mon – Fri
Tuesday, 11/07/2023 Election Day 6 am – 7 pm
Location Address Dates / Times
Tucson City Housing & Community Development 310 N. Commerce Park Loop ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Morris K. Udall Regional Center 7200 E. Tanque Verde Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center 2160 N. 6th Ave ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
El Pueblo Senior Center 101 W. Irvington Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Tucson City Parks & Rec Admin – Randolph Park 900 S. Randolph Way ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
William Clements Recreation Center 8155 E. Poinciana Drive ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Tully Elementary Magnet School 1701 W. El Rio Drive ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Pistor Middle School 5455 S. Cardinal Avenue ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Flowing Wells School District Administration 1556 W. Prince Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Sahuarita School District Administration 350 W. Sahuarita Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
Altar Valley School District Administration 10105 S. Sasabe Road ELECTION DAY ONLY
Tuesday 11/07/2023, 6 am – 7 pm
The deadline to request a replacement ballot by mail is OCTOBER 27, 2023. Please contact the Pima County Recorder at 520-724-4330 or go to Recorder.Pima.gov/BallotByMail
If you make a mistake when filling out your ballot or affidavit, please consult our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page at Recorder.Pima.gov/BallotFAQs for steps on how to correct the problem.
The information above may have been compiled from the following additional sources:
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Arizona School Report Cards (https://azreportcards.azed.gov/)
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Center Square Website (https://www.thecentersquare.com)
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Arizona Joint Legislative Budget Council (https://www.azjlbc.gov/)
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Arizona Auditor General (azauditor.gov)
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Zippia Website (zippia.com)
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Maricopa County Treasurer (https://treasurer.maricopa.gov/Parcel/TaxBill.aspx)
Please Note: EZAZ.org takes no position for or against the items on your ballot. Vote your conscience.