Pass: 22,025 / 70.2% Yes votes ...... 9,333 / 29.8% No votes

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Meaning of Voting Yes/No

A YES vote on this measure means:

A "yes" vote on this measure would authorize Jefferson Union High School District to issue bonds in an amount not to exceed $136.9 million for projects to: repair or replace electrical and technological systems, plumbing systems, classroom interiors, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, roofs, gutters, drains, downspouts, athletic facilities, facility exteriors, and student support facilities; construct, furnish and equip new classrooms, libraries and other education facilities; make safety and accessibility improvements; and increase energy efficiency.

A NO vote on this measure means:

A "no" vote would preclude Jefferson Union High School District from issuing bonds of up to $136.9 million. This measure passes if 55% of those voting on the measure vote "yes.

The Board of Trustees of the Jefferson Union High School District has proposed this measure which would authorize the District to issue bonds in an amount not to exceed $136.9 million. The bonds will have an interest rate not exceeding the legal maximum.

Article XIII A, Section 1(b)(3)(B) of the California Constitution requires that the District list the specific school facilities projects to be funded from the bond revenue and certify that the Board has evaluated safety, class size reduction, and information technology needs in the development of that list. The District's "Bond Project List" for the proposed bond is attached to the full text of the measure and can be generally described as follows: repair or replace electrical and technological systems, plumbing systems, classroom interiors, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, roofs, gutters, drains, downspouts, athletic facilities, facility exteriors, and student support facilities; construct, furnish and equip new classrooms, libraries and other education facilities; make safety and accessibility improvements; and increase energy efficiency.

The measure requires the District to take certain steps to account for the proceeds from the sale of the bonds as set forth in Article XIIIA, Section 1(b)(3) of the California Constitution and Education Code sections 15272 et seq. The District must appoint a citizens' oversight committee and conduct annual independent performance and financial audits to assure that funds are spent only on the listed school and classroom improvements and for no other purposes.

The average age of our schools is over 45 years old. While facilities have been improved and maintained over the years, many classrooms and facilities need major upgrades and improvements. In addition, the number of classrooms is inadequate due to the impact of class-size reduction programs initiated by the State over the years.

Your YES vote on Measure N will create a lasting, positive impact on the quality of our schools, look of our neighborhoods, and strength of our communities.

Measure N will improve classrooms and school facilities by:

• Constructing and upgrading science labs and computer labs

• Making health and safety improvements including upgrades to fire and security systems, handicap accessibility, and safety lighting

• Renovating and replacing remaining outdated restrooms and plumbing, water, sewer and gas systems

• Rehabilitating outside athletic fields, decaying irrigation systems, repairing community pools, and campus landscaping

• Constructing additional classrooms including art, music and vocational classrooms to reduce student overcrowding and afford equal opportunity for students throughout the District.

By law, Measure N has taxpayer protections in place.

• All spending will be annually audited and reviewed by an independent citizens' oversight committee

• Funds can only be spent to improve our schools and not for administrative salaries

VOTE YES ON MEASURE N!

/s/ Jim Lange August 17, 2006 Past President, Terra Nova High School Boosters Club

/s/ Sheila Osorio August 16, 2006 Community Member/Parent

/s/ Mike Nevin August 17, 2006 Former Member, San Mateo County Board of Supervisors

/s/ Janice Ng August 17, 2006 Westmoor High School Parent

/s/ David K. Mineta August 17, 2006 Clerk, Jefferson Union High School District Board of Trustees

1. The best estimate of the tax rate that would be required to fund this bond issue during the first fiscal year after the sale of the first series of bonds, based on estimated assessed valuations available at the time of filing of this statement, is $.02295 per $100 ($22.95 per $100,000) of assessed valuation in fiscal year 2007-08.

2. The best estimate of the tax rate that would be required to fund this bond issue during the first fiscal year after the sale of the last series of bonds, based on estimated assessed valuations available at the time of filing of this statement, is $.03000 per $100 ($30.00 per $100,000) of assessed valuation in fiscal year 2012-13.

3. The best estimate of the highest tax rate that would be required to fund this bond issue, based on estimated assessed valuations available at the time of filing this statement, is $.03000 per $100 ($30.00 per $100,000) of assessed valuation.

4. The best estimate of the average tax rate required to fund this bond issue, based on estimated assessed valuations available at the time of filing of this statement, is $.02779 per $100 ($27.79 per $100,000) of assessed valuation.

These estimates are based on projections derived from information obtained from official sources. The actual tax rates and the years in which they will apply may vary depending on the timing of bond sales, the amount of bonds sold at each sale and actual increases in assessed valuations. The timing of the bond sales and the amount of bonds sold at any given time will be determined by the needs of the District. Actual assessed valuations will depend upon the amount and value of taxable property within the District as determined in the assessment and the equalization process.

/s/ Steven R. Fuentes June 27, 2006

Associate Superintendent; Business Services

Jefferson Union High School District

By approval of this proposition by at least 55 percent of the registered voters voting on the proposition, the District will be authorized to issue and sell bonds of up to $136.9 million in aggregated principal at interest rates below the legal limit and to provide financing for the specific school facilities projects listed in the Bond Project List described below, subject to all the accountability requirements specified below.

ACCOUNTABILITY REQUIREMENTS

The provisions in this section are specifically included in this proposition in order that the voters and taxpayers in the District may be assured that their money will be spent wisely. Expenditures to address specific facilities needs of the District will be in compliance with the requirements of Article XIIIA, Section 1(b)(3), of the State Constitution and the Strict Accountability in Local School Construction Bonds Act of 2000 (codified at Education Code Sections 15264 and following.)

Evaluation of Needs. The School Board has identified detailed facilities needs of the District and has determined which projects to finance from a local bond at this time. The School Board hereby certifies that it has evaluated safety, class size reduction, enrollment growth, and information technology needs in developing the Bond Project List shown below.

Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee. The School Board shall establish an Independent Citizens' Oversight Committee under Education Code Section 15278 and following to ensure bond proceeds are expended only on the school facilities projects listed below. The committee will be established within 60 days of the date when the results of the election appear in the minutes of the School Board. Performance Audits. The School Board shall conduct an annual, independent performance audit to ensure that the bond proceeds have been expended only on the school facilities projects listed below.

Financial Audits. The School Board shall conduct an annual, independent financial audit of the bond proceeds until all of those proceeds have been spent for the school facilities projects listed below.

Special Bond Proceeds Account; Annual Report to Board. Upon approval of this proposition and the sale of any bonds approved, the Board shall take actions necessary to establish a Building Fund to be held by the San Mateo County Tax Collector/Treasurer, as required by the California Education Code, in which proceeds of the sale of bonds will be deposited.

As long as any proceeds of the bonds remain unexpended, the Superintendent of the District shall cause a report to be filed with the Board no later than January 1 of each year stating (1) the amount of bond proceeds received and expended in that year, and (2) the status of any project funded or to be funded from bond proceeds. The report may relate to the calendar year, fiscal year, or other appropriate annual period as the Superintendent shall determine and may be incorporated in the annual budget, audit, or another appropriate routine report to the Board.

FURTHER SPECIFICATIONS

No Administrator Salaries. Proceeds from the sale of bonds authorized by this proposition shall be used only for the construction, reconstruction and/or rehabilitation of school facilities including the furnishing and equipping of school facilities or acquisition or lease of real property for school facilities and not for any other purpose, including teacher and administrator salaries and other school operating expenses.

BOND PROJECT LIST

The Bond Project List shown below is a part of the ballot proposition and must be reproduced in any official document required to contain the full statement of the bond proposition.

Evaluation of Needs. As required by Article XIII A of the California Constitution, the Board of Trustees of the District has certified that it has evaluated safety, class size reduction and information technology needs in developing the list of school facilities projects shown below.

Projects Subject to Available Funding. The following list of projects is subject to the availability of adequate funding to the District.

Scope of Projects. Bond proceeds will be expended to modernize, replace, renovate, construct, equip, furnish and otherwise improve District facilities as described below. The specific school facilities projects which are described below include all related and incidental costs, including costs of design, engineering, architect and other professional services, site preparation, utilities, landscaping and other incidental costs, and construction management. Bond proceeds may also be expended to acquire and install furniture, fixtures and equipment at any classrooms and other facilities of the District. The District may alter the scope and nature of any of the specific projects, which are described below as required by conditions that arise during the course of design and construction, including unforeseen conditions such as dry rot, mold and faulty engineering.

RENOVATION AND REPAIR OF EXISTING SCHOOLS AND FACILITIES

Bond proceeds will be expended to modernize, replace, renovate, construct, equip, furnish and otherwise improve the facilities of the District located at the following locations:

Jefferson High School Built 1927 Thornton High School Oceana High School (Continuation) Rebuilt 2001 (Alternative) Built 1962 Westmoor High School Built 1957 Terra Nova High School Built 1961

Such projects shall include, but shall not be limited to:

Improve student access to computers and modern technology by providing additional computers and upgrading electrical and technological systems.

Make health and safety improvements including removal of asbestos and other hazardous materials, upgrades to fire sprinkler systems, fire suppression systems, fire alarms, intrusion alarms, camera surveillance systems, structural upgrades to improve building earthquake resistance, safety lighting for walkways and parking areas, and improved fencing and gates.

Renovate and replace plumbing systems including restroom facilities, water, sewer and gas systems, and outdated drinking fountains.

Upgrade electrical systems including power, lighting, communications, and low voltage systems. Modernize and upgrade classroom interiors including doors and door hardware, cabinetry, sinks, ceilings, walls and flooring. Replace and upgrade heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) and exhaust systems.

Upgrade systems to improve energy efficiency including new energy management systems, new windows, and insulation and weather-stripping.

Make improvements to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) standards including improving stairs and ramps, parking, sidewalks and restrooms.

Repair and replace roofs, gutters, roof drains and downspouts.

Upgrade and renovate athletic facilities and playfields including courtyards, tracks, and play courts; swimming pools, pool buildings, and pool filtration and heating systems; lockers and locker room facilities; indoor and outdoor bleachers, concession stands, announcer's booths, and field storage.

Repair and renovate school facility and classroom exteriors including storm drains, irrigation, landscaping, signage, marquees, and trash and utility enclosures.

Modernize, expand, and upgrade other student support facilities.

ACQUISITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW SCHOOL FACILITIES

Bond proceeds will also be expended to construct new classrooms, libraries, and other educational facilities, including site improvements, acquisition of furniture and equipment, and science and technology upgrades.

Facility replacement and new construction shall include but not be limited to:

Construct and upgrade science and computer labs to meet current standards.

Build new libraries/media centers to accommodate a larger student population.

Provide new classrooms including vocational classrooms to reduce student overcrowding throughout the District.

Construct and expand additional student support facilities including kitchens, multi-purpose spaces , exterior covered walkways, exterior covered lunch structures, theaters, and gymnasiums.