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2024 Capital Levy

Restore, Improve, Replace

Thank You, PSD Voters! The 2024 Capital Levy passed with a 51.32% approval rating, and we want to express our heartfelt gratitude.  

Your support enables us to address 906 critical projects districtwide. These projects span building improvements, technology upgrades, safety and security enhancements, and improvements to outdoor programs. Each of these projects is crucial in meeting the evolving needs of our students and staff. 

Your commitment to our community will help us to replace, improve, and restore valuable public infrastructure, and we are excited about the positive impact these improvements will have on the educational experience within our district. Thank you once again for your trust and support, and for investing in Puyallup Schools. 

Follow us here or on social media @FoundationsForOurFuture as we move from planning to construction.

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In Action: Highlights from 2024 Voter-Approved Capital Levy Projects

Karshner Elementary Playground Levy Project
Portable classroom delivery to RHS
Man on lift removing an old sound system at Stewart Elementary
Trench dug to Library Science building to prepare for demo
Karshner boy's bathroom upgrades
Kalles installs two new boilers
New water bottle filling stations replace bubbler fountains
Students enter bus at the Kessler Center on their way to Fruitland
Semi-truck with half a double portable building being delivered to PHS
Temporary road closure at PHS
Cars lined up to drop off students on a dark and rainy morning
Capital levy funded Edgerton Elementary Playground replacement
Rogers High School eves replacement
Capital Levy funded Meeker Elementary Roof Repairs
Carson elementary siding
Rogers High School Admin Roof Repairs Complete, Classroom Building Work Underway
A New Chiller for the District’s Central Kitchen
Technology Infrastructure Upgrade at EdTec
Crews working on installation of Karshner Elementary's new Playground.
Turf installation at Ram Field at Rogers High School
Crews are finalizing site clearing and sorting remaining debris at PHS.
construction crews continue advancing the sitework for long-awaited traffic improvements at Fruitland
Crews install playground equipment at Edgerton Elementary
Exterior painting and roof repairs at Meeker Elementary School
Demo of the Library Science Building at Puyallup High School
Crews add new siding to Carson Elementary School
Capital Project crews begin work at Fruitland Elementary
new paved walking path at Karshner Elementary part of the 2024 Capital Levy improvements
Capital Projects crew installing new turf at Ram Field
Capital Project crews repairing the eaves and gutters at Rogers High School
Capital Projects crew removing siding at Carson Elementary
HVAC control upgrades at Rogers High School
Eave and sunshade improvements to Rogers High School roof
New playground equipment delivered to Edgerton Elementary
Puyallup High School and Rogers High School received upgraded filtered water bottle filling stations
Central Kitchen staff receive hands-on training to master the new Cook Chill Tank.
Karshner Elementary playground project is almost complete
Library-Science Building Demolition Complete at Puyallup High School
Capital Projects replaced two hardworking septic lift station pumps
Playground Transformation at Edgerton Elementary Enters Final Phase
Capital crews on scaffolding install new siding at Carson Elementary
Critical roof repairs at Meeker Elementary continue on schedule.
Capital crews install stormwater tubes at Fruitland Elementary
Crews are making steady progress on a full roof replacement at Meeker Elementary
Fruitland traffic improvements, phase 3 opens for drop-off
New drop-off and pick-up lanes at Fruitland Elementary
New Student Information System (SIS)
Curb installs at Fruitland Elementary
Principal Rebecca Goertzel and students cut the ribbon on the school’s brand-new playground
Large machines removing asphalt at Karshner Elementary
2024 Capital Levy Projects
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Building Improvements (45%)

  • HVAC
  • Lighting & Electrical
  • Roof Repairs & Replacements
  • Portable Improvements
  • Interior & Exterior Improvements
  • Elevator Replacement
  • ADA Accessibility Improvements
  • Flooring
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Technology (18%)

  • Internet Access
  • Classroom Technology
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Site & Traffic (16%)

  • Traffic Safety
  • Fence & Gates
  • Field Renovations
  • Paving Improvements & Walking Paths
  • Reader Boards
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Outdoor (11%)

  • Junior High All-Weather Tracks
  • Playgrounds & Fields
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Safety (10%)

  • Fire, Security systems, and cameras
  • Access Controls & Alarms
  • Districtwide Lock Upgrades
  • Intercoms & Notification Systems

Projects related to your school

Region 1 Schools (Emerald Ridge High School Catchment)

Region 2 Schools (Rogers High School Catchment)

Region 3 Schools (Puyallup High School Catchment)

*Much of the funding included in this capital levy is not just related to systems that need replacement due to their age but are also tied to becoming compliant with the Clean Buildings Act. We agree that the intent of this legislation is good for improving our impact on the environment, conserving energy, and lowering our operations costs, however it will take a significant investment. Without funding, it will be impossible to reach the benchmarks required to avoid the fines that will be levied by the state. Those fines would be paid from the general fund and could be thousands of dollars, again, impacting the resources available for teaching and learning. Learn more about our CBA requirements. 

What is the estimated tax rate of the Capital Levy? 

Year Est. Rate Voter Investment
2025 $0.87 $25,700,000
2026 $0.87 $27,000,000
2027 $0.87 $28,400,000
2028 $0.87 $29,700,000
2029 $0.87 $31,400,000
2030 $0.87 $32,800,000

$0.87 per $1,000 of assessed value.

Seniors, or individuals with other qualifying circumstances, may apply for tax relief, exemption, or deferral by calling the Pierce County Tax Exemptions Office at (253) 798-2169 or by visiting the Pierce County Elections website.  

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Fruitland Traffic Improvements  

Traffic improvements at Fruitland Elementary beginning Feb. 18, 2025, aim to enhance safety and ease congestion around the school.

Frequently Asked Questions

Seniors, or individuals with other qualifying circumstances, may apply for tax relief, exemption, or deferral by calling the Pierce County Tax Exemptions Office at (253) 798-2169 or by visiting the Pierce County Elections website.  

Thank You Voters