Issaquah School District relies on a number of voter-approved local levies and bonds to fund basic operations and school capital needs that aren’t covered by the state.
In November, a different version of the bond received approval from 50% of voters, falling short of the necessary 60% in order to pass. In response, the school board has reduced the size of the bond by nearly 2/3 to reflect only the most desperate needs of our schools in the new proposal. Now totaling $231.6 million, this new bond would not raise the current, combined tax rate for district residents.
The Issaquah School District has an ongoing budget shortfall due to a growing student population, outdated technology, aging infrastructure, and rising staff costs. If passed, this stripped-down bond will provide funding for only the greatest needs, including building a new high school, expanding Liberty High School, widening 228th Ave SE to improve school traffic, and investing in advanced security measures to keep students and faculty safe.
When our school district’s needs are met, our entire community benefits, including by keeping home values high and spurring local economic growth. Vote Yes on Issaquah School District Proposition 1 to support our local students with modern classrooms that meet the needs of our growing population.
Issaquah School District relies on a number of voter-approved local levies and bonds to fund basic operations and school capital needs that aren’t covered by the state.
In November, a different version of the bond received approval from 50% of voters, falling short of the necessary 60% in order to pass. In response, the school board has reduced the size of the bond by nearly 2/3 to reflect only the most desperate needs of our schools in the new proposal. Now totaling $231.6 million, this new bond would not raise the current, combined tax rate for district residents.
The Issaquah School District has an ongoing budget shortfall due to a growing student population, outdated technology, aging infrastructure, and rising staff costs. If passed, this stripped-down bond will provide funding for only the greatest needs, including building a new high school, expanding Liberty High School, widening 228th Ave SE to improve school traffic, and investing in advanced security measures to keep students and faculty safe.
When our school district’s needs are met, our entire community benefits, including by keeping home values high and spurring local economic growth. Vote Yes on Issaquah School District Proposition 1 to support our local students with modern classrooms that meet the needs of our growing population.