2021 Levy

The Educational Programs and Operations Replacement Levy can be run for up to four years. The last levy was approved by voters in 2019 and expires in 2021. The 2021 levy replaces the one that is expiring and continues local levy funding for Ephrata schools through 2025. If approved by Ephrata voters, the state will provide matching funds. 

The current levy funds the difference between what the state provides and what it actually costs to educate Ephrata students. The levy supports services and costs not funded – or are only partially funded – by the state’s basic education allocation. Examples include:

• Extra and co-curricular activities such as athletics, music, drama, and clubs

• School safety including staff and technology at the high schools

• Well-maintained, clean and welcoming schools, facilities and grounds

• Student bus transportation services

• Instructional and support staff including substitute teachers

• Staff professional development and training

• Food services, including the making and planning of meals

*Note: Tax rates or levy amounts represent projected estimates per $1,000 of assessed property value. Washington state matches levy amounts each year.