Measure I
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Measure I?
Measure I on the November 3, 2026 ballot will provide crucial, locally controlled funding to improve and update Carmel Unified School District (CUSD) schools. By investing in safety, security, and essential infrastructure, Measure I ensures our schools continue to offer high-quality education for decades to come.
Why do we need Measure I?
Teacher focus should be instruction, not flooded classrooms or unreliable systems. Students deserve safe, comfortable, and dependable schools where every day is dedicated to learning.
Measure I will help improve campus safety through upgraded access controls, emergency communications, security cameras, and fire alarm systems.
When was the last time CUSD passed a school bond?
The last bond approved by voters to update Carmel Unified Schools was over 20 years ago.
What will Measure I do?
Voting YES on I will:
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Improve student and school safety
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Replace decaying water pipes
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Improve accessibility for students with disabilities
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Weather-proofing schools to avoid mold and dry-rot
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Replace failing plumbing, electrical, and sewer systems
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Replace failing heating, cooling and ventilation with efficient systems
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Replace aging roofs
How can I be sure funds from Measure I would be spent as promised?
Measure I includes strict fiscal accountability measures to ensure funds are used responsibly:
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All funds are spent locally and cannot be taken by the State
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Independent citizens’ oversight, annual reports and audits ensure funds are used as intended
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No money will be used for salaries or pensions
Will funds from Measure I be used for administrator salaries and pensions?
No. By law, no funds from Measure I can be used for operating expenses, including administrator salaries and pensions.
How much would Measure I cost?
Measure I will provide $250 million for repairs and upgrades to CUSD schools and is estimated to cost $36 per every $100,000 of a property’s assessed (not market) value per year, while bonds are outstanding.
What is the difference between assessed value and market value?
Assessed value is usually much lower than market value, especially for properties purchased long ago. The assessed value is based on the original purchase price and can only increase by up to 2% per year, while market value fluctuates based on current market conditions. Measure I’s cost is based on the lower assessed value.
How much support is needed to pass?
Measure I requires approval by 55% of voters.
What if I don’t have children attending local schools?
Supporting Measure I benefits everyone. High-quality public schools attract families to our community, maintain property values, and contribute to the overall quality of life in our neighborhoods.
How can I vote for Measure I?
Measure I will be on the November 3, 2026 ballot, and every registered voter in the District will receive a ballot in the mail in early October. Mark your ballot YES on I and mail it in before Election Day!
How can I register to vote?
You can register to vote at www.registertovote.ca.gov.
How can I learn more about voting in the November 3 election?
To find out more about voting in the November 3, 2026 election, please contact the County of Monterey Registrar of Voters by calling (831) 796-1499 or visit tinyurl.com/MontereyCountyROV.
