In November 2024, voters can continue supporting local schools by voting to approve a half-penny sales tax. This would take effect in 2026 after the current full penny sales tax expires in 2025.

If approved by voters, these funds will help purchase, maintain, and repair/refurbish facilities and equipment to create a positive learning environment for Palm Beach County students. With over 30 million square feet of facilities, the District needs to maintain and replace aging roofs, renovate restrooms, and upgrade lighting and HVAC systems throughout local schools. Additionally, funds from this half-penny measure would enhance school security, purchase buses, and update technology for students and teachers. Schools will also receive School Enhancement Funds for projects decided by their School Advisory Council.

All District-operated and charter schools in Palm Beach County will benefit from this measure.

The School District has a strong history of “Promises Made, Promises Kept.” The Independent Sales Surtax Oversight Committee ensures all funds spent align with the ballot language approved by the voters.

What Palm Beach County Voters Will See on Their Ballots

To support educational opportunities for students by upgrading and enhancing safety and security of schools; classroom technology and equipment, school buildings and facilities, and school buses, for Palm Beach County traditional public and charter public schools; shall the School Board levy a one-half cent sales surtax beginning January 1, 2026 and, by law, automatically ending December 31, 2035, with oversight of all funds by an independent committee of citizens and experts?

      _____ FOR THE ONE-HALF CENT TAX
      _____ AGAINST THE ONE-HALF CENT TAX