Seattle Public Schools Capital Levies
Updated July 2, 2021
Capital levies are the primary funding source to ensure that every
student has a safe, optimal learning environment. School districts
receive limited state or federal funding for improvements to school
buildings.
Seattle Public Schools relies on voter-approved capital levies to
fund school construction and renovations, safety and security upgrades,
building systems improvements, and major maintenance. Capital levies
also provide the majority of funding for important classroom technology
and support for student learning, district technology systems, and
technology infrastructure.
Planning Underway for BTA V Replacement Capital Levy
Planning has begun for the district’s next capital levy. The Buildings, Technology, and Academics Capital Levy V (BTA V) is expected to be on the ballot for February 2022. It is a replacement for BTA IV, which expires in 2022.
BTA V projects are divided into three categories.
Buildings projects: Small renovations, systems upgrades, major maintenance, and improvement projects in district schools
Technology projects: Funding for technology used by students, teachers, schools, and the district as well as support and training for technology users.
Academic/Athletics projects: Modifications needed for academic program changes, playground improvements, athletic field improvements
Information on previous capital levies
BTA V Planning Timeline and Materials
Fall/Winter 2020-2021
Develop and refine list of potential BTA V projects
Seattle School Board adopts Guiding Principles for BTA V
Spring 2021
Continue to develop and refine list of potential BTA V projects
Summer 2021
Refine list of potential list of BTA V projects
Score and rank potential BTA V projects
Fall 2021
Finalize proposed BTA V projects
Community engagement on proposed BTA V levy
School Board approval of proposed BTA V levy and vote to place on ballot
February 2022: Special Election