Voters within Bellingham Public Schools' attendance areas will receive a ballot in the mail after Jan. 28, 2012 to vote to renew two school levies that are expiring and need to be replaced. Ballots must be postmarked or received at city drop-box locations by February 14, 2012. 

Both of our current levies (maintenance and operations – M&O – and technology) are expiring and comprise more than 25 percent of our day-to-day operating budget. This support is critical for maintaining our current educational programs for children and to provide the essential technology needed to prepare future-ready learners. Washington state does not provide funding to schools for technology.

Given the profound need for resources to support our local schools, we urge you to join us in voting yes for the Bellingham School District's levies.