2026 Replacement Education Programs and Operations Levy
What is the Levy for?
Local levies are critical to school districts as they cover essential education programs, help with facility maintenance and upgrades, and enrichment opportunities that are not funded by the state. The Replacement Education Programs and Operations Levy will continue to help support:
Instruction/Curriculum - Teacher, para, custodian substitute wages, additional supports for special education, curriculum purchases, supplies for STEAM, music, art programs, greenhouse materials and supplies, etc.
Career Development - College Credit Classes, Career Fair, K-12 Field Trips, Career Explorations - Job Shadows, Internships, Apprenticeships, etc.
Support Programs - Custodian, secretary, maintenance - buildings, grounds, flooring, painting, plumbing, irrigation, lunch/breakfast beyond reimbursement, etc.
Health/Safety/Security - Nurse, health supplies, security cameras and upgrades, automatic door locks, emergency communications, etc.
Technology - Technology Director, laptop/desktop computers, mobile computer labs, software/hardware supplies, repairs/upgrades, etc.
Extra Curricular and Co Curricular Activities - Jr. High and High School Sports teams (coaches, uniforms, officials, equipment, fees, transportation, etc.) Band/Choir, Club Advisors, supervisors, 6th Grade Camp, K-12 Enrichment Field trips, etc.
When is the current election?
February 10, 2026. Ballots should be mailed on or about January 23, 2026. For ballot questions contact the Okanogan County Auditor’s Office at 509-422-7240.
How much will the levy generate?
We are asking for $2.14 per thousand for 2027 which will generate $1,882,577.00. For 2028 the projected rate will be $1.97 to generate $1,882,577.00. A school district cannot collect more than the generated amount approved by voters. If property values increase, the tax rate will adjust. For example, if property values go up, the district cannot collect beyond the $1,882,577.00.
Is there financial assistance available for property taxes?
Low-income seniors and people with disabilities, or other circumstances, may qualify for tax relief, exemption, or deferral. For more information, please contact the Okanogan County Auditor's Office at 509-422-7240.
How do I vote?
You must be registered in order to vote. Ballots will be mailed out to registered voters on January 26, 2024. To register on line you can go to https://www.sos.wa.gov/elections/voters/voter-registration/register-vote-washington-state
For general questions and inquiries please call the district office at 509-476-2281 or email [email protected] For questions regarding financials, please contact Brigette Acord at 509-476-2281 or email [email protected].
For questions regarding budget and policy please contact Jeff Hardesty at 509-476-2281 or email [email protected].
https://www.esd112.org/bond-levy/
You should receive your mail-in ballots for the February Special Election after January 23, 2026. You will see a Replacement EP&O (educational programs & operations) Levy for Oroville School District on the ballot. This proposed EP&O Levy would replace the current EP&O Levy, which is set to expire at the end of 2026. This levy will provide local school funding over the next 3 school years, beginning January 2027. The district has proposed a levy of $2.14 for 2027 and $1.97 for 2028 per $1,000 of assessed valuation. The EP&O Levy replaces the expiring two-year EP&O Levy approved by voters in 2024.