Voters in the fast-growing Southern Boone R-1 school district in Ashland will cast ballots in April on a $4-million bond issue.
It’s a $4-million no tax rate increase bond issue, which involves improvements, repairs and renovations of parking lots, roof replacements and HVAC upgrades.
Southern Boone R-1 Superintendent Dr. Tim Roth says the bond issue will ensure that the buildings and infrastructure the community relies on will continue to serve students/families for years to come. Superintendent Roth notes their facilities host evening activities, weekend events and year-round programs for students, families and community members. If approved, some of the plans include replacing portions of the high school roof and primary school roof and replacing the HVAC system at the high school.
Passage requires a four-sevenths majority, which is 57 percent. Election day is Tuesday April 7.