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Bond Measure G

About the Bond (Measure G)

On November 8, 2011, the voters of the Newark Unified School District authorized Measure G under the Proposition 39 statutes. Measure G authorized the issuance of $63 million in General Obligation Bonds.

The proceeds of the Bonds are to be used to update aging classrooms, libraries, and science labs to meet earthquake/fire/safety standards; improve access for students with disabilities; remove asbestos, lead and hazardous materials; and improve energy/operational efficiency to maximize funding for instructional programs.

Measure G – General Obligation Bonds

  • Series A, Issued 7/30/2012:  $15,000,000
  • Series B, Issued 6/19/2014:  $30,000,000
  • Series C, Issued 7/13/2016:  $18,000,000

Total Authorization $63,000,000

The summarized text of the ballot language of Measure G was as follows:

To preserve quality education, provide safe and modern schools, and qualify for matching funds, shall Newark Unified School District update aging classrooms, libraries, and science labs to meet earthquake/fire/safety standards; improve access for students with disabilities; remove asbestos, lead and hazardous materials; and improve energy/operational efficiency to maximize funding for instructional programs; by issuing $63 million in bonds at legal rates, with independent oversight, no money for administrators’ salaries, and all funds staying in Newark.

Bond Measure G