SMUSD Local Measures R, E, M

Welcome to the San Marino Unified School District (SMUSD) Local Measures information page, where we highlight the community’s dedication to educational excellence and the ongoing investment in our students’ success. Through voter-approved initiatives, SMUSD continues to maintain high standards in academics, technology, and school facilities.

Combined Parcel Tax Renewal Measure Information

SMUSD has benefited from stable and locally controlled voter-approved parcel tax funding through two measures, R and E. Measure E was first approved by voters in 2009 and is set to expire in June of 2027 unless renewed by voters. To provide greater simplicity, transparency, and fiscal stability for the District and our community, the San Marino Unified School District Board of Trustees has placed a measure on the November 2026 ballot that would combine the two existing voter-approved parcel taxes into one measure for voters to renew. Measure E, generating approximately $4.5 million/year funding 28 teaching and staff positions, and Measure R, generating approximately $1.6 million/year. By consolidating two existing measures into one, the District would save hundreds of thousands of dollars that currently go to the County to administer separate elections for each measure renewal election. The money saved by the District can then be put into the classroom to benefit students without imposing a new tax on residents.

 

For more information, please visit the Combined Parcel Tax Renewal Measure page.

Measure R – Parcel Tax

First approved by voters in 1991, Measure R is a parcel tax that provides approximately $1.7 million in annual revenue to SMUSD. These funds support 11.5 teaching and staff positions that are essential to maintaining the district’s high-quality educational programs. Measure R helps retain highly qualified teachers and counselors, preserves small class sizes, and sustains library services across the district. Additionally, it prevents the elimination of specialized math and science teachers and ensures that students have access to modern technology systems by funding technology service technicians.

• • 2025 Annual Rate Per Parcel: $415
  • Six-year term – Measure R is set to expire on June 30, 2031
  • Eligible Exemptions: Seniors, Contiguous Parcel, Social Security Disability Insurance, Supplemental Security Income
  • View Annual Accountability Reports

Measure E – Parcel Tax

First approved in 2009, Measure E is another parcel tax, that generates approximately $4.4 million in annual revenue and funds 28.4 teaching and staff positions across SMUSD schools. These funds preserve core academic curriculum in English, math, social studies, history, and science, while also ensuring the continuation of teaching positions at both elementary and secondary levels. Measure E helps protect small class sizes, sustain visual and performing arts programs, foreign languages, physical education, and athletics, and maintain advanced placement and honors courses. It also funds classroom technology, computer systems, and personnel, as well as academic and college counseling positions.

• • 2025 Annual Rate Per Parcel: $1,084.21
  • Six-year term – Measure E is set to expire on June 30, 2027
  • Eligible Exemptions: Seniors, Contiguous Parcel, Social Security Disability Insurance, Supplemental Security Income
  • View Annual Accountability Reports