Measure G Full Ballot Text
Measure G relies on such vague feel-good terms as "ensure," "maintain" and "provide support" which are always red warning flags on any tax measure. There are no concrete assurances that our tax money will be well spent. There are no details describing specific positions such as exactly how many counselors, reading specialists, and library assistants are to be maintained. There is no up-to-date technological equipment purchase listed. Specifics are left to the imagination.
Argument Against Measure G
Pleasanton Unified School District (PUSD) is appealing to voters' emotions by handing out teacher pink slips instead of cutting administration costs and freezing salaries. The continuing excellence of Pleasanton's schools depends on honest reforms and a balanced budget, something that cannot be accomplished with another parcel tax.
Argument in Favor of Measure G
Our children need a strong education to lead productive lives and contribute to our economic prosperity. A high quality education system directly benefits the entire community by maintaining higher property values and contributing to Pleasanton's quality of life. Severe cuts in state funding for public education threaten the quality education that our students receive, and many key educational programs are in jeopardy.
Measure G will:
Rebuttal to Argument Against Measure G
Measure G is essential to maintain the quality education that we expect and our children deserve. PUSD has undertaken a thorough and open analysis of its finances, and due to the serious shortfall in State funding, severe cuts are necessary to balance the budget.
Rebuttal to Argument in Favor of Measure G
What PUSD isn't telling us:
- That it is possible to balance the budget without imposing a parcel tax, or eliminating important programs like class-size reduction, math and reading support, and elementary band and strings.
- That Measure G will not protect property values. Despite California's budget cuts, PUSD's funding advantage over neighboring districts will remain.