Over the past 20 years, I had the privilege of serving as a principal and superintendent of the Camas School District. In addition, our three daughters attended Camas schools and received an education that has allowed them to pursue their dreams. I have witnessed Camas go from a small town to one of the fastest growing and most desirable cities in Washington. Families are moving to Camas for the same reason that attracted my family: quality schools.
On Feb. 14, we have the opportunity to continue the stewardship of past Camas generations by voting “yes” to replace two expiring levies. Because of inadequate state funding to support basic education, the rich educational program Camas students now enjoy relies heavily on local voter-approved levies. The maintenance and operation and technology levies on the ballot are not a new tax but simply a replacement of expiring levies.
Local levy dollars provide a tremendous return on investment when you consider how important strong schools are to the short- and long-term health of any community. I am proud to live in a community that values education. I urge you to vote “yes” on Feb. 14.
