* Authorizes bonds for repair, construction or replacement of school facilities, classrooms, if approved by 55% local vote for projects evaluated by schools, community college districts, county education offices for safety, class size, and information technology needs. * Accountability requirements include annual performance and financial audits on use of bond proceeds. * Prohibits use of bond proceeds for salaries or operating expenses. * Requires facilities for public charter schools. * Authorizes property taxes in excess of 1% limit by 55% vote, rather than current two-thirds, as necessary to pay school bonds.
Source for Popular Vote data: California Secretary of State. Statement of Vote 2000 General Election November 7, 2000, California Secretary of State (http://www.ss.ca.gov/elections/sov/2000_general/measures.pdf) (accessed 25 Feb 2007)