Claremont School District: 2026 Ballot Guide Summary
• Articles 1, 3, & 4 (District Operations): Covers the election of school officials, the administrators association agreement, and authorization for special meetings.
• Article 2 (Main Budget): Proposes a $42.9 million “Align Model” budget, which is a $200,000 reduction from the current spending level.
• Articles 5 & 6 (Property Sales): Authorizes the district to sell Bluff Elementary and the building at 40 Maple Ave..
• Article 7 (Open Enrollment): Proposes adopting open enrollment as a defensive measure to protect the district from uncontrolled financial losses and the costs of incoming students.
• Article 8 (Proposed Budget Cap): This is a citizen-petitioned spending cap that the School Board does not support.
    ◦ Potential Impacts: The guide warns of possible closures of both elementary schools and the elimination of the Tech Center, sports, and transportation.
    ◦ Perspectives: Supporters view it as necessary financial oversight, while legal counsel suggests it may be unenforceable because it lacks a specific, known dollar amount.

Voting Logistics
• Date & Time: Tuesday, March 10, from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m..
• Locations:
    ◦ Wards I & II: Vote at the Middle School.
    ◦ Ward III: Votes at Disnard Elementary School.