District paid $45,000 for referendum campaign advice

What happened

The district signed a $45,000 contract with Steve Klink (First Tuesday Communications) for November 10, 2025 to November 15, 2026. It covers advice on the operating referendum campaign, including a campaign plan, a campaign committee, paid media, fundraising sources and polling. A separate Policy Analytics contract adds up to $20,000 for referendum analysis.

Why it matters to families

The contracts show how much public money the district is spending to prepare for the November vote.

The evidence

The posted First Tuesday Communications contract states the $45,000 fee, paid in four installments, and the scope of services; the Policy Analytics contract lists the referendum analysis fee.

The source