The district is holding a vote for the proposed districtwide capital projects plan funded by serial bonds on October 28. If approved, the bond would not increase taxes for residents. Click here for the newsletter for more information.

View the district presentations regarding the upcoming bond vote below:

Proposed Districtwide Capital Plan - September 30, 2025
Proposed Large-Scale Capital Plan - September 9, 2025
Proposed Large-Scale Capital Plan Part Two - August 19, 2025
Proposed Large-Scale Capital Plan - July 22, 2025

Q&A

Q1: What is the total cost of the proposed districtwide capital projects funded by bond?
The proposed capital projects plan totals $87,697,655 and if approved, will be funded through serial bonds.

Q2: Will this bond increase taxes for residents if passed?
No. The new bond would replace expiring debt from previous capital plans, resulting in no additional cost to taxpayers if passed.

Q3: What are the main goals of the bond proposal?
The plan focuses on upgrading academic spaces, modernizing athletic and community facilities, and improving building infrastructure throughout the district.

Q4: What types of projects are included?
Projects include:

• Installation of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems in all schools.
• Playground renovations or additions at each elementary school.
• Upgrades to athletic fields and locker rooms at the middle and high schools, and a new wrestling room at the high school.
• New instructional spaces at the high school for marine science, technology, carpentry and robotics.
• Infrastructure maintenance at the Long Beach Public Library, including roof replacement.
• Additional infrastructure upgrades to each building. 

Q5: How much state aid will the district receive?
The district expects to receive 42.4% reimbursement in state building aid for all eligible costs, helping to reduce the overall local share.

Q6: The City of Long Beach had indicated that they wanted to turn the West Elementary playground into a parking garage and create a raised playground. Is this proposed project moving forward?
No. While the City did inquire about raising the playground at West to accommodate a parking garage, the district ultimately decided not to agree to that request,after hearing community feedback. The playground at West will be renovated; however, it will not be raised, nor will parking be installed. 

Q7: When and where is the vote?
The community vote will take place on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at designated polling locations. Residents must vote at their designated location:

• East Elementary School
• Lindell Elementary School
• Lido/Long Beach Middle School auditorium lobby