SUSD Middle School Bond—Mark Wahlstrom

SUSD Parent and Sequence Media Group president Mark Wahlstrom

What will the passage of this bond cost me?

There is no increase to the tax rate if this bond passes, due to the district’s responsible management of past taxation    measures.  This responsible stewardship has resulted in SUSD having the best bond rating of any public entity in Arizona.  If the measure fails, the average SUSD homeowner will see a diminutive reduction of only $6.25 per month to their property tax bill.  The bond will also save the district money.  It is estimated the reconstruction of old buildings will result in $410,000 in annual operation costs savings, funds that can be redirected to the classroom.

Why does the school district ask the voters to approve bonds?

The state of Arizona has not funded capital improvements for the last 3 years; few funds were available even in better economic times to address inefficiencies, deterioration and even safety concerns at public schools.  Bonds can be forwarded to the voters in a district so they can decide in their own communities to support excellence in education through facilities renewals.

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