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Milpitas Unified School District

Measure E Parcel Tax Oversight Committee (PTOC)

PARCEL TAX OVERSIGHT COMMITTEE (PTOC)

Milpitas Unified School District

The Parcel Tax Oversight Committee (PTOC) ensures transparency and accountability for local funding. The committee is responsible for monitoring expenditures from Measure E and Measure Q to ensure funds are used strictly for voter-approved educational programs and services.

Our Purpose & Goals

The PTOC provides oversight for two critical local measures. Both measures require an annual audit and a report to the Board of Education and the community.

Measure E: Accelerating Excellence

Measure E funds are dedicated to maintaining high-quality education through:

  • STEM & Arts: Accelerating programs in science, technology, engineering, arts, athletics, and math.

  • Top Talent: Attracting and retaining highly qualified teachers and staff.

  • Core Literacy: Strengthening reading, writing, and computer science programs.

  • Student Wellbeing: Supporting student health and mental wellness.

  • College & Career: Increasing educational pathways and providing teachers with tools to prepare students for the future workforce.

Measure Q: Protecting Essentials

Measure Q funds focus on local control and stability by:

  • Preventing Cuts: Protecting STEM, arts, athletics, and computer science programs.

  • Staff Retention: Ensuring MUSD continues to attract and retain expert educators.

  • Professional Growth: Providing educator training to prepare students for community leadership.

  • Support Services: Retaining school counselors and health professionals.

  • Career Training: Expanding Career Technical Education (CTE) and workforce training.

Membership & Governance

The PTOC consists of at least seven voting members appointed by the Board of Trustees. Members serve two-to-three-year terms without compensation.

Committee Composition

To ensure diverse community representation, the committee includes:

  • Member active in a local business organization.

  • Member active in a senior citizens organization.

  • Members who are parents or guardians of MUSD students.

  • Members representing the community at large.

Note: All members (except the business representative) must be registered voters within the District and must adhere to strict conflict-of-interest and Brown Act regulations.

Non-Voting Advisory Members

The committee is supported by district leadership and labor representatives:

  • MUSD Board Representative

  • Superintendent (or designee)

  • Chief Business Officer

  • Representatives from MTA, CSEA, and MMA

Meeting Information

The PTOC values transparency. All meetings are conducted in accordance with the Brown Act.

  • Frequency: The committee holds two regular meetings per year.

  • Special Meetings: May be called as needed and may be held via teleconference.

  • Quorum: A minimum of four voting members must be present for action to be taken.

  • Public Notice: Meeting notices and agendas are sent out at least 72 hours in advance.

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