School Bond Measure J

The Snowline Joint Unified School District Measure J Oversight Committee FAQ's.

Who will be on the Committee?

The Committee shall have at least seven members. In addition to two members of the community at large, there shall be at least one member from each of the following groups:

• A business organization representing the business community in the school district.
• A senior citizens’ organization.
• A parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the school district.
• A parent or guardian of a child enrolled in the school district and is active in a parent-teacher organization.
• A bona-fide taxpayer's organization.

The Committee may not include any employee or official of the school district or any vendor, contractor, or consultant of the school district.  Members must be at least 18 years old, and preference will by given to members who live within the geographic boundary of the District.

What will the Committee do?

The committee will be responsible for making reports to the Board and the community about bond expenditures.

How often will the Committee meet?

The Committee is required to meet at least one time per year, and it is estimated that the Committee will meet approximately four times per year during periods of construction.  Specific meeting dates will be determined by the Committee.  

How will the Committee be selected?

The Board will select members of the Committee, taking into account each applicant's professional and/or practical experience, the applicant's recognition in or contribution to his/her community, the diversity of experience on the Committee as a whole, and representation on the Committee from various communities within the district. The Board is expected to appoint the new members of the Committee by April 22, 2025.

What else should the applicant know?

Under the provisions of California Education Code Section 35233, a member of the Committee may not have any financial interests in any contracts made with the District during the member's term. Committee members may also be subject to the Political Reform Act of 1974 and its Conflict of Interest Provision. 

All committee proceedings will be open to the public and will be subject to the Brown Act. All documents and reports received or published by the Committee will be a matter of public record, and will be made available on the District’s web site.

Where is more information available?

Please call the District at 760.868.5817 for additional information.