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Bremerton School District No. 100-C


​Proposition No. 1

Bremerton  School District No. 100-C  Replacement for Educational Programs and Operations Levy  

The Board of Directors of Bremerton School District No. 100-C adopted Resolution No. 2025/2026-10 authorizing a renewal educational levy. This proposition would authorize the District to levy the following excess taxes on all taxable property within the District to pay for educational programs/services not funded by the State, including employee costs, instructional materials, special programs, sports, technology, transportation, maintenance and other operating costs:

​Collection
Years
​Approximate
Levy Rate/$1,000
Assessed Value
 ​Levy Amount
​2027
 $2.09​ ​$16,879,954
​2028
 $2.09​
 ​$17,555,152
​2029
 $2.09​ ​$18,257,358
2030​ $2.09​ ​$18,987,652

subject to legal limits at the time of levy. Should this proposition be approved?

​Explanatory Statement

(Prepared by the attorney for the district as prescribed by law.)
Passage of Proposition No. 1 would allow the levy of $16,879,954 in property taxes within Bremerton School District No. 100-C for 2027 collection, levy of $17,555,152 for 2028 collection, levy of $18,257,358 for 2029 collection and $18,987,652 for 2030 collection, to replace an expiring levy and enable the District to pay for its educational programs and services, such levies to be made for four years commencing in 2026 for collection in the years 2027 through 2030.  In accordance with Resolution No. 2025/2026-10 approving this proposition, these taxes would be deposited in the District’s General Fund to pay part of the general expenses of operating the District.  General expenses of the District not funded or fully funded by the State include employee costs (salaries), instructional materials, special programs, activities and sports, technology systems operation, transportation costs, maintenance of facilities and other non-capital expenses of operating the District schools.  Based on projected assessed valuation information, estimated levy rates per $1,000 of assessed value would be $2.09 for each year of collection (2027 through 2030).

Exemptions from taxes may be available to certain homeowners. To determine if you qualify, contact the Kitsap County Assessor at (360) 337-7160.








Bremerton School District No. 100-C Proposition 1

​Argument For the Measure

Along with other districts in Washington state, Bremerton School District is reliant upon local levy funding to bridge the gap between what the state provides and the actual cost of providing students with a safe and quality education.  The EP&O levy is not a new tax.  It replaces a previously voter-approved levy essential to daily services and programs.

Student Learning
The EP&O levy is integral to funding nearly 80% of basic education paraeducators.  Technology staff - 75% funded by the levy - keep Bremerton students ready for the future. 

Student Safety and Well-being
Key personnel who ensure a safe and secure learning environment are nearly all funded by the EP&O levy.  90% of the school security officers and 100% of the coaches and advisors! Levy funds ensure students have safe campuses and access to trusted adults.

Property Stewardship
Bremerton School District prides itself on keeping district property well-maintained for longevity.  The levy funds 50% of district maintenance and custodian crews.  Continuing maintenance levels will keep taxpayer property safe and functioning longer. Without this levy, the district would be forced to make difficult cuts, meaning fewer opportunities to keep students learning and engaged.  Please vote “Yes” for Bremerton schools! 
 ​Argument Against the Measure

Exceeds the inflation rate
Proposition (Prop) 1 increases the levy rate 5 percent.  This far exceeds the official US Bureau of Labor Statistics rate of inflation of 2.7 percent as of Dec. 2024 for the Seattle, WA area.  The levy rate increase of 5 percent far exceeds the 2.8 percent cost of living increase to be received by Social Security recipients in 2026.

Lacks accountability and outcomes
Prop 1 costs can’t be justified for a school district that doesn’t address declining student attendance and doesn’t focus on helping students improve in the critical areas of English Language Arts and Math despite taxpayers spending on average, $24,000 per student (based on 2025 operating budget) which is the highest in Kitsap County.

Adds to the cost of living
Prop 1 increases costs for homeowners and renters just as new sales taxes go into effect and the Washington State Legislature attempts to pass a state income tax in 2026 which would further increase the cost of living and drive productive individuals and businesses out of the state.

Vote no on Proposition 1. 
​Rebuttal to the Argument Against

The levy rate adjustment reflects long-term restraint, not excess. Bremerton held levy increases flat for the past two years while inflation reached 3.8% in 2024 and is tracking 3.3% in 2025, making the average annual increase lower than inflation. Per OSPI, actual per-pupil spending in 2023–24 was $20,712, not $24,000. Levy funds ensure student learning supports, campus safety, and extracurricular activities that students rely on every day. Vote Yes! 
 ​Rebuttal to the Argument For

Vote no on Prop 1 because it requires a new, 5 percent higher levy rate which exceeds the official Dec., 2024 inflation rate of 2.7 percent and exceeds the 2026 Social Security cost of living allowance increase of 2.8 percent.  Homeowners and renters on fixed incomes cannot afford to pay the excessive, higher levy rate to fund a continuing lack of student achievement. Mark the no box on Prop 1. 
​Argument prepared by Julee Warner, Chair; Citizens for Bremerton Schools.
Phone: (360) 440-2678
Email: citizensforbremertonschools@gmail.com 
 ​Argument prepared by Roy Runyon, Chair; Committee against the Measure.
Phone or text: (360) 440-0620
Email: sealance2449@gmail.com