Washougal voters appear to be renewing their support for the Washougal School District’s two critical funding measures in the February 10, 2026 special election. Early returns indicate both the Educational Programs & Operations (EP&O) levy and the Safety, Technology & Capital Improvements levy are leading comfortably.
The EP&O levy, providing vital classroom staffing, counselors, paraeducators, arts, athletics, and maintenance staff, and the capital levy, funding school safety upgrades, building repairs, instructional technology, and facility enhancements, are both set to replace expiring levies at the end of 2026—not add new taxes. Early results show that voters are approving both locally important measures.
According to district projections, the new EP&O rate will be $1.95 per $1,000 of assessed property value starting in 2027 (down from $1.99 in 2026), while the capital levy rate will decline from $0.85 in 2026 to $0.62 in 2027. These changes may save homeowners approximately $9 per month in 2027 compared to 2026, increasing modestly through 2029. The funding supports programs beyond what the state covers, including Advanced Placement instruction, safety staff, and maintenance services. These projections were detailed by the district before the election.
It’s important to note that preliminary returns are not yet certified. Clark County Elections will review all incoming ballots—including those returned by mail—and issue final results by February 20, 2026. Until then, the outcome remains unofficial but promising for the district.
Why this matters locally
Local levy funding accounts for roughly 20% of the Washougal School District’s operating budget. Without approval, the district would face significant cuts to staffing, student programs, health and safety services, and maintenance operations. The strong early showing suggests the community values sustaining those supports.
What happens next
All ballots postmarked or dropped off by February 10 will be counted. The county expects to release certified results by February 20, 2026. Until then, these are preliminary, but if confirmed, the levies’ approval would mean continued funding for critical educational and facility needs in the district.
Sources: Washougal School District’s levy details and projections; coverage from the Camas‑Washougal Post‑Record; Clark County Elections timetable.
Washougal School District levy information
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