Orchard School District · Santa Clara County · November 3, 2026 California General Election
Measure R: Parcel Tax
The question on your ballot
To enhance and create quality educational opportunities, attract and retain teachers and staff, support Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) education and visual and performing arts, shall the Orchard School District measure levying a parcel tax at the rate of 4 cents per building square foot (not-to-exceed $7,500 non-residential and $89 residential per parcel), raising $1.4 million annually for eight years beginning July 1, 2027, with senior exemptions and all expenditures audited be adopted? [1]
Vote YES or NO on the question exactly as printed. 2/3rds (66.67%) Vote Required.
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