School Levy Wins! BOE Thanks Lakewood!

[Jim O'Bryan]

Thank you Lakewood!

On behalf of the Lakewood Board of Education, I would like to thank Lakewoodites for once again showing that our City values public education and understands the connection between strong schools and a strong community by passing our operating levy.

The funds generated from this levy will fill the gap created by reductions in state funding and enable us to keep classroom sizes smaller by ensuring the appropriate staffing level throughout the District; upgrade technology and add new instructional tools and materials; and building upon the outstanding programs that allow our students to be successful, engaged citizens of our world.

We are truly fortunate to be part of a town that lifts up its youth and are grateful that even in difficult times our residents step up to support providing the students of Lakewood the best opportunities and education possible.

The support of many people and organizations was critical to the levy’s success. Thank you to the levy committee members and to the individuals and organizations who endorsed the levy. The organizations include Lakewood City Council, Lakewood Chamber of Commerce, LakewoodAlive, League of Women Voters, Lakewood Observer, Lakewood Teachers Association, OAPSE Union Local 129, Lakewood Council of PTAs, all Lakewood Schools PTOs & PTAs, Lakewood Alumni Foundation, Lakewood Early Childhood PTA Lakewood Democratic Club and the Sun Post-Herald

From our students, staff, administration and the Board,

Thank You Lakewood!

Edward Favre
President, Lakewood Board of Education

[Jim O'Bryan]

Final Tally
Yes = 3263 68%
No = 1475

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[Grace O'Malley]

A clear and decisive win!

In other news, Westlake levy goes down.

That's why I choose to live in Lakewood.

[Matthew Lee]

Grace, I couldn't agree with you more. This is easily one of the more important reasons why we live in Lakewood. Supporting the schools is a no-brainer, IMHO.

[Peter Grossetti]

Yes!