Issue 39 Approved for Hilliard School District in November 5 Election
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Issue 39, a bond and tax measure for the Hilliard City School District, was approved by voters on November 5, 2024. The measure authorizes the district to issue up to $142 million in bonds to fund improvements to school district buildings and levies a property tax of $242 per $100,000 in appraised value.
The 6.9-mill operating levy will raise funds for the district’s daily operations, such as staffing, utilities, and supplies, costing homeowners $242 annually per $100,000 of home value. The bond issue will allow the district to issue $142 million in bonds for construction and facility improvements, without raising additional taxes due to expiring debt.
With both measures passing, the district will avoid staffing cuts and maintain its current programs. Superintendent David Stewart expressed gratitude for the community’s support, emphasizing that the funding will enable critical investments in schools, staff, and programs to enhance student learning.
The Hilliard district’s levy approval marks its first request since 2016. With the funds, the district can now proceed with Phase 1 of its Master Facilities Plan, which costs an estimated $142 million. This phase involves replacing and building three new elementary schools: Brown, Beacon, and Ridgewood and adding a second preschool to the new Beacon building.
It also includes converting Brown into a sixth-grade center, alongside renovations to playgrounds, Darby’s weight room, athletic fields, and performing arts spaces. Additionally, there will be district-wide safety improvements, such as enhanced visitor security and ADA compliance.
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