EP&O Levy: Frequently Asked Questions
Here we have added our most frequently asked questions regarding the upcoming Educational Programs and Operations Levy. If you don't see the answer to a question you have, please feel free to email us at levy@fwps.org. Please be sure to check back on this page as we will be adding new questions as we receive them.
- What is an Educational Programs and Operations (EP&O) Levy?
- How is a levy different from a bond?
- When will the levy be on the ballot, and when would funding take effect?
- Why is the levy important?
- What does the 2026 EP&O Renewal Levy fund?
- Can you provide examples of levy-supported staff positions?
- How are school districts in Washington funded?
- Why does Federal Way Public Schools need local levy funding?
- How much will the levy cost taxpayers?
- How much will this levy generate for FWPS schools?
- If property values go up, does the district collect more money?
- How does Federal Way Public Schools ensure taxpayers’ dollars are spent wisely?
- What other strategies is FWPS using to address the reduction in government funding?
- Why is long-term financial planning important for FWPS?
- I have a question that is not listed here.

