Special to the Times Vedette
Voters in the Panorama Community School District will cast a yes or no vote on a $19.6 million school bond to help address needs in the District. A 60% approval of the voters in November is required for the bond issue to pass.
Superintendent Kasey Huebner explained this bond issue would support major improvements to both the elementary and secondary school buildings including:
- New, secured entryways at both school facilities, ensuring visitors must check in through the main office.
- An accessible playground surface for all children at the elementary.
- Repairs to roofs, HVAC systems and restrooms at both buildings.
- An expanded shop area to support career and technical education in the secondary facility.
- Renovations to the commons, kitchen and other student spaces at the secondary school.
- An expansion of the middle school gymnasium at the secondary school — offering more space for classes, athletics and community use.
“These updates are essential for improving safety, accessibility and educational opportunities for all students,” Huebner said.
The total projected debt service tax rate implication for this potential project would be $1.96 per $1,000 taxable property value. Panorama’s average total property tax rate over the last 18 years is $13.10. With an approved bond, the projected levy rate would be approximately $12.40.
A website provides information on the project: panoramabond.org. If you utilize Facebook, you can follow the Panorama YES! Page for real-time information: https://www.facebook.com/PanoramaYes.