Now is the time! Show your support for Measure L, OUSD's parcel tax

September 1, 2010

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On November 2, Oaklanders will vote on Measure L, The Student Achievement, Support and Safety Measure. If it receives the two-thirds vote needed to pass, Measure L will generate $20 million annually for ten years to increase compensation for Oakland's teachers, student support staff, and school-site health and safety personnel.

Why is this so important?

• 55% of Oakland teachers leave after three years
• Oakland loses more than 14% of its teaching force annually
• Average teacher salaries in Oakland rank at or near the bottom when compared to other districts locally and throughout California
• The average Oakland teacher can earn $10,000 more simply by transferring to a neighboring district      

Why now?

• Oakland Unified has already cut $122 million from the budget, including more than 600 personnel positions
• 7 out of 10 Oakland voters agree that the district simply does not have the resources to increase teacher salaries (June 2010 Poll Results)

Facts about Measure L:

• Yes on L helps ALL Oakland schools with additional funding.  
• Money from Measure L will go directly into compensation for effective teachers and staff, bringing Oakland on par with neighboring school districts, allowing us to help keep excellent Oakland teachers in Oakland schools.
• Measure L priorities help ensure every school has adequate student support staff, including teachers' aides, safety officers, and custodians.
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