Mill Levy Override

In 2017, voters living within the boundaries of Greeley-Evans School District 6 approved a local property tax increase, called a Mill Levy Override, for the school district to use to supplement operational funding. The ballot measure allowed an additional 10 mills of property tax to be charged to residential and commercial property located in the school district. This Mill Levy Override was renewed by voters in 2022 and will sunset in 2032.

Depending on property values annually, this Mill Levy Override provides $20 million to $30 million to the school district each year.

Revenue from the Mill Levy Override goes to pay for items such as concurrent enrollment in college courses for high school students, salary increases for support staff, updated text books and digital access for students, student and staff technology, new school buses, safety and security measures at schools including additional campus monitors and more.

2022 Ballot Language Weld County School District 6 Ballot Issue 4A

Without increasing taxes, shall the existing voter-approved 10-mill levy of Weld County School District 6, scheduled to expire in 2023, be extended through 2033 (for collection in 2034) when the tax will sunset, to be expended for educational purposes, which include:

Providing competitive, market-value wages to ensure schools have quality support staff like custodians, bus drivers, and food service workers;
Providing adequate staff to maintain class sizes and lower them when possible;
Strengthening career-focused learning, technical education, and workforce readiness programs, as well as upgrading facilities for these programs;
Preserving the program that allows any student to enroll in college-level courses at AIMS Community College, the University of Northern Colorado, and other available institutions of higher education at no cost to their families;
Providing necessary updates to student textbooks, learning materials, and curriculum;
Maintaining facilities;
Continuing upgrades to safety and security systems and practices, including staff training; and
Allocating Mill Levy Override revenues based on student count to district charter schools authorized as of July 1st, 2022.

With the requirements that the district will be subject to an annual, third-party audit and that spending shall be overseen by an oversight committee of district residents, shall the district be authorized to collect, retain, and spend all revenues from such taxes and the earnings from the investment of such revenues as a voter approved revenue change and an exception to the limits that would otherwise apply under Article X, Section 20, of the Colorado Constitution?

Yes/For
No/Against

Sunset Provision

The renewed Mill Levy Override will sunset in 2033 (collection 2034). This means:

Funding ends automatically unless voters renew it again.
District 6 cannot collect these additional taxes beyond 2034.
The sunset ensures accountability, and lets the community periodically review results before deciding on future extensions.
This MLO is not permanent. It automatically ends after 10 years.

Weld County School District 6 Ballot Issue 4A Ballot Language

MLO Oversight Committee Members

Gary Fuentes
Jessica Marshal
Leslie McGrew
Scott Rankin
Mike Zeller
Doran Azari

The committee meets annually to review spending and also presents to the Board of Education and the community annually.

Citizens' Oversight Committee: 2024-2025 Summary of Spending

Ballot Subject: Continuing Upgrades to Safety and Security Systems and Practices, Including Staff Training:

We continue to strengthen safety and security across the District by ensuring that all employees and students use district-issued ID badges. In addition, the Raptor visitor management system remains in place, requiring all visitors to sign in and receive a printed badge before entering any school building. These ongoing efforts help ensure that every person on campus is identified and that our schools remain safe and secure environments for learning.
MLO funds are dedicated to ensuring a strong and visible security presence at schools. They support the salaries and benefits of campus monitors at K-8, middle, and high schools, who play a critical role in maintaining safe and welcoming learning environments. Campus monitors help oversee student supervision, manage building access, and respond quickly to safety concerns. By investing in these essential positions, the District continues its commitment to fostering secure campuses where students and staff can focus on teaching and learning.
Additional contracted safety services were hired to support security needs for extracurricular activities and events until qualified security personnel could be hired internally.
Continued efforts to ensure up-to-date security cameras are purchased and installed throughout the District.

Ballot Subject: Maintaining Facilities:

Ballot Subject: Strengthening Career-Focused Learning, Technical Education, and Workforce Readiness Programs:

The District continues to offer after-school and summer programs for students at all schools. Summer programming has been expanded to run several weeks in the summer and offer a robust academic program to help catch students up or advance them in their studies.
Fees for college entrance exams (PSAT, SAT), the cost of Advanced Placement (AP) exams, and International Baccalaureate (IB) exams are all covered.
Business and Community Partnership Administrator: This position has been invaluable in creating partnerships with local businesses. The primary function of this role is to establish internship opportunities for students. Other partnerships have also been established for apprenticeships and direct job placement.
Career Pathways: The District has focused on developing career pathways at high schools. One of the first pathways was the Advanced Manufacturing pathway at Greeley Central. Since then, the District has built the CTE Center, where students can participate in specific pathways such as welding, cosmetology, construction with an electrical emphasis, cybersecurity, and early childhood education. The cost to obtain industry certifications is covered, and supplies for the programs.
Operate the Student Recovery Program (SRP) at all three comprehensive high schools. SRP was initially founded as a non-profit organization for the benefit of students at Greeley Central High School. Over time, the District took responsibility for that program, and it has now expanded to the three large high schools. This program provides additional support to students who might otherwise become drop-outs.

Ballot Subject: Preserving the Program that allows Any Student to Enroll in College-Level Courses at AIMS Community College, the University of Northern Colorado, and Other Available Institutions of Higher Education at No Cost to Their Families:

Concurrent Enrollment: In partnership with AIMS and UNC and other institutions, high school students can earn college credit while in high school for eligible courses. Students at Early College Academy can earn an Associate's Degree at the same time they receive their high school diploma. The number of students participating in concurrent enrollment programs and the number of credits earned has increased significantly since the passage of the MLO. In addition to the cost of tuition, all books, materials and supplies are covered for these courses.

Ballot Subject: Providing Necessary Updates to Student Textbooks, Learning Materials, and Curriculum:

Implement a predictable replacement cycle for technology infrastructure. The District has utilized MLO funds in conjunction with federal eRate reimbursement to improve the infrastructure. Projects include improved wireless capabilities, enhanced cybersecurity supports, multi-factor identity automation, server replacements, and licensing.
Replace technology devices at schools to implement a 5-year replacement cycle. The District has moved to a 1:1 device to student ratio. Utilizing federal pandemic relief funds and MLO funds, the district has updated all laptops, Chromebooks, and desktops. A large purchase of devices was made in the Spring of 2025 to capitalize on the best pricing available to avoid tariff implications.
Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) at elementary schools: All District elementary and K-8 schools have implemented AVID to some degree. Each school has made decisions about what strategies best support their students.
Initiate replacement of outdated curriculum materials. Through the use of MLO funds, the District has adopted new curriculum materials for all core subjects (English, Math, Science, and Social Studies) for all grade levels. In addition, other course materials have been updated, including World Languages, Art, PE, CTE specific courses and AP/IB specific courses. While a target of a 7 year replacement cycle is the goal, there may be instances where adoptions are delayed or the schedule may change.
Now that STEM Labs have been successfully implemented at all elementary, K-8, and middle schools, the District continues to support their ongoing operation by maintaining licenses and providing necessary supplies. This ensures that each SmartLab remains a dynamic, hands-on learning environment that engages students in STEM education and career pathway exploration.

Providing Competitive Market-Value Wages:

Following the passage of the MLO, the District made a focused commitment to providing competitive, market-value wages to ensure our schools have quality support staff such as custodians, bus drivers, and food service workers. The District continues to invest in increasing pay for classified employees, making a concerted effort to ensure wages remain as competitive as possible across all classified positions.