During the November 7, 2000 election in Contra Costa County, California, voters passed Measure M (a General Obligation Bond), by a vote of 77.5 percent. The Measure "M" ballot language, as presented to voters, read:

To improve the learning climate for children and relieve overcrowding by improving elementary schools through building classrooms, repairing and renovating bathrooms, electrical, plumbing, heating and ventilation systems, leaking roofs and fire safety systems, improving technology, making seismic upgrades, and replacing deteriorating portable classrooms and buildings, shall the West Contra Costa Unified School District issue $150,000,000 in bonds at authorized rates, to renovate, acquire, construct and modernize school facilities, and appoint a citizens' oversight committee to guarantee funds are spent accordingly