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Measure J
CONSTRUCTING NEW CLASSROOMS AND
LABS TO EXPAND CAREER TRAINING PROGRAMS
Expanding the Paramedic, Nursing and Health Science Programs
Building new classrooms and science labs
Increasing career training in computer sciences, health sciences and emergency medical services
The estimated average annual tax rate is less than 1¢ per $100 of assessed value
VOTE-BY-MAIL BALLOTS MUST BE POSTMARKED BY NOVEMBER 8, 2022
What Projects Will Be Funded By Measure J?
- Expanding the Paramedic, Nursing and Health Science Programs
- Constructing a new academic building, classrooms and science labs
- Increasing career training in computer sciences, visual arts, health sciences and emergency medical services
Frequently Asked Questions
Measure J is a general obligation (GO) bond measure on the November 8, 2022, general election ballot. If approved by 55% of district votes cast, it will authorize $8.6 million to improve and expand West Hills College Lemoore’s classrooms and facilities. In addition, voter approval of Measure J will allow the district to qualify for $21.9 million in state matching funds.
Measure J’s average annual tax rate is estimated to be less than 1¢ per $100 of assessed value while bonds are outstanding, which is projected to be 15 years. Assessed value should not be confused with market value. The assessed value while bonds are outstanding is the value placed on the property by Fresno or Kings County and is typically lower than market value.
California community college districts commonly use GO bonds to fund improvement projects, such as constructing and renovating classrooms. Similar to a home loan, GO bonds are repaid over time. Funds to repay the bonds come from a tax on all taxable property— residential, commercial, industrial, and agricultural—located within the district.
The State of California has approved a $21.9 million grant for the construction of the new academic building at the Lemoore campus. The state funding program requires community college districts to contribute local funds to qualify for these grants. Measure J will provide the local funding required.
Measure J requires that an independent Citizens’ Oversight Committee must review and report on all bond expenditures, and a Certified Public Accountant (C.P.A.) must audit all bond expenditures. Measure J includes a specific list of projects that bond funds may be spent on. Laws prohibit funds from being used for administrators’ salaries, pensions, or benefits. Laws also prohibit the state from taking Measure J funds to spend in other districts.
All registered voters in California will receive a vote-by-mail ballot. If you need to register to vote, you can register online at www.registertovote.ca.gov. Once you complete your ballot, sign
your ballot envelope and simply drop your ballot in the mail—postage is prepaid—by November 8, 2022. If you need additional assistance or would like to drop off your ballot in person at a vote center or drop box, please visit www.co.fresno.ca.us or www.countyofkings.com for more information.