Carmel Unified board orders $250 million bond election for November 3, 2026
June 17, 2026 | Carmel Unified, School Districts, California
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The Carmel Unified School District board on Wednesday unanimously adopted Resolution 26‑11 to place a $250 million general obligation bond measure on the November 3, 2026 ballot. The board opened a special meeting so Trustee Jake Odell could participate remotely and then voted to order the election.
Chief Business Official Ivon Perez summarized the bond proposal, noting the funds would be restricted to capital facilities and cannot be used for operating expenses. Perez said bond counsel and financial advisors were available by remote connection and that the measure had been discussed in prior board work sessions.
During public comment, Carmel Middle School teacher Stephan Meyer urged the board to be mindful of timing and messaging in an inflationary environment and suggested focusing messaging on safety and targeted repairs rather than large‑scale footprint changes. "Perception and messaging for the district right now is critical," Meyer said.
Board members emphasized the need to present the option to voters now to avoid cost escalation and to allow the community to weigh in on priorities. Trustee Jake Odell said the proposal reflected months of project planning and community engagement and argued that presenting the measure to voters was necessary to begin long‑term facility work.
The board voted in favor of the resolution in the special meeting roll call: Matt Glazier, Sarah Hines, Jason Rammenzy and Jake Odell all voted yes. The special meeting then adjourned and the board reconvened the regular meeting.
Chief Business Official Ivon Perez summarized the bond proposal, noting the funds would be restricted to capital facilities and cannot be used for operating expenses. Perez said bond counsel and financial advisors were available by remote connection and that the measure had been discussed in prior board work sessions.
During public comment, Carmel Middle School teacher Stephan Meyer urged the board to be mindful of timing and messaging in an inflationary environment and suggested focusing messaging on safety and targeted repairs rather than large‑scale footprint changes. "Perception and messaging for the district right now is critical," Meyer said.
Board members emphasized the need to present the option to voters now to avoid cost escalation and to allow the community to weigh in on priorities. Trustee Jake Odell said the proposal reflected months of project planning and community engagement and argued that presenting the measure to voters was necessary to begin long‑term facility work.
The board voted in favor of the resolution in the special meeting roll call: Matt Glazier, Sarah Hines, Jason Rammenzy and Jake Odell all voted yes. The special meeting then adjourned and the board reconvened the regular meeting.
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