LAKEPORT >> Volunteer committee members are needed to represent the community on the Lakeport Unified Citizens” Bond Oversight Committee.
Part of the preparation for selling bonds and starting projects after the approval of the Measure T in the Nov. 4 election is the establishment of this advisory group. The committee will ensure all expenditures of projects and uses of bond revenues are in compliance with appropriate laws.
Funds from Measure T, a general obligation bond, will modernize, renovate and revitalize the district”s schools and facilities.
The committee of at least seven members, appointed by the Board of Education, is required by California Education Code to have members representing different constituent groups in the community including a business representative, a taxpayer organization, a senior actively involved in a senior organization, a parent of a student attending a district school and a parent who is actively involved in an organization supporting the district. Residents interested in serving as community-at-large members are also welcome to apply for a position on the committee.
Applications for membership on the committee are available upon request by calling 262-3000 or by downloading from the Lakeport Unified School District website at www.lakeport.k12.ca.us. Applications must be submitted to the district by Feb. 2.
