Parcel Tax and Bond Measures

In the Kentfield School District (KSD), we provide an environment that challenges all students to live, learn, and lead to their fullest potential. We are grateful that our community has supported our district with local parcel tax funding for over 30 years. Our schools rely on local funding to support academic programs and maintain the outstanding art, music, and elective programs critical to a well-rounded education.This education funding helps keep our schools among the best in the state.

On March 6, 2018 Kentfield voters approved continuing the existing KSD parcel tax at the current rate of $1,143 per parcel, add $355 per parcel, and bring current local education funding into compliance with recent changes in state law. The Parcel Tax rate approved in March 2018 took effect on July 1, 2018 and expires on June 30, 2028.

• For questions about the Parcel Tax, please email admin@kentfieldschools.org or contact the District Office at 415-458-5130 x9.

Parcel Tax Accounting Summaries for each year can be found in the Financial Information page.

Parcel Tax Senior Exemption

An exemption from the Kentfield Parcel Tax assessment will be made available to each individual in the District who meets the following requirements:

• Has reached 65 years of age before January 1st of the assessment year (i.e has turned 65 prior to January 1, 2026 to be eligible for an exemption in the 26-27 tax year);
• Owns a beneficial interest in the parcel;
• Uses that parcel as his or her principal place of residence; and,
• Applies to the District on or before July 1 of the assessment year (i.e. has applied by July 1, 2025 for the 2025-2026 tax year, or by July 1, 2026 for the 2026-2027 tax year)

Any application from a qualified applicant will provide an exemption for the parcel tax for the remaining term of the assessment so long as such applicant continues to use the parcel as his or her principal residence.

To apply for an exemption, please download and complete this application: 2025-2026 Parcel Tax Exemption Application

Preferred application method: Scan and email the application and supporting documentation to: admin@kentfieldschools.org

If scanning is not available, hard copies may be mailed to: Kentfield School District, PO box 308. Kentfield, CA 94914 Attn: Parcel Tax Exemptions

Measure E Bond

The KSD Measure E Bond was passed in November 2024. Measure E dedicates funding for construction and renovations projects to keep our schools safe, warm and dry, including roof repairs, upgrades to energy, plumbing and electrical systems, and additional safety improvements. Projects funded by Measure E began in Summer of 2025.

Learn More.

Measure D Bond

Passed in November 2015, Measure D dedicates funding for construction and renovation projects to modernize facilities, address enrollment growth, and enhance safety features.

Project Completion

• October 26, 2019, Bacich completion of Measure D Bond projects
• September 6, 2018, Kent completion of Measure D Bond projects

The purpose of the Citizens Oversight Committee (COC) is to actively review and inform the public regarding the expenditure of the proceeds of tax measures approved by voters in the district, including the parcel tax and the Measure E bond. The COC convenes to provide oversight for expenditures, specifically, to ensure that proceeds are expended only for permitted purposes. The COC serves an audit, rather than advisory function, and does not replace or impede the activity and discretionary decision making of elected Board members, staff or separate advisory committees, if any.

COC members serve for two year terms without compensation, and are appointed by the KSD Board of Trustees. As required by law, COC membership shall include the following categories:

1. One member shall be active in a business organization representing the business community located within the school district;
2. One member shall be active in a senior citizens’ organization;
3. Once member shall be active in a bona fide taxpayers’ organization;
4. Once member shall be the parent or guardian of at least one child currently enrolled in a school of the District;
5. One member shall be both a parent/guardian of at least one child currently enrolled in a school of the District and be an active member in a District parent-teacher organization, such as the PTA or school site council; and
6. Two or more members shall be appointed as “At-Large” members.

No employee or official of the district may be appointed to the COC. Additionally, no vendor, contractor, or consultant of the district may be appointed to the COC. No members of the COC may have any conflict of interest in the matters which they review. All COC proceedings will be open to the public and subject to the Brown Act.

Upcoming Meetings

September 11, 4:00pm - Zoom

December 11, 4:00pm - Zoom

March 12, 4:00pm - Zoom

June 11, 4:00pm - Zoom