The Kenowa Hills Public Schools is proposing a $14.3 million bond issue on May 4, 2010 to address various facility needs. The proposal focuses on improving safety, security and technology, replacing buses, and upgrading athletic facilities. It would not result in a tax rate increase as millage would be reduced by 0.3 mills. The bond is divided into phases, with the first addressing immediate needs and leaving capacity for future bonds. Passage of the bond would help protect the operational budget by reducing energy costs and avoiding general fund expenditures.

1. Kenowa Hills Public Schools Bond Issue Summary April 14, 2010

2. Why Is the Time Now? Millage Reduction = 0.3 mils Low interest ARRA Bonds Safety & Security Technology Improvements Lower Energy Costs General Fund Savings Transportation – 6 buses Athletic Facility Safety and Compliance

4. Smaller bond issue, no millage increase, saves $ for future bonding capacity.

5. Protects the operational budget.

6. Allows more time to discuss phase 2 issues.Staff photo here

7. Bond Issue Amount: $14,325,000

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10. Approximately 40% of the bond is focused on this building alone Inadequate security & surveillance systems in place Incredibly inefficient building for energy use(single pane windows, exterior doors, etc.) Substantial water drainage and damage issues which are ongoing and require immediate work Have to prepare building for the addition of 6th grade students next fall Middle School

11. Middle School Classroom Technology

14. High School Much needed improvements to Technology Remodeling of classroom for Autism Program Athletic Facilities……where do we begin? High School & Athletic Facilities

15. Men’s Bathroom Women’s Bathroom

23. No Security System/Cameras in place Sidewalks and other related areas are a safety hazard Single pane windows and doors Old entry doors allow the weather elements in Alpine, Zinser & Walker Station

27. No Security System/Cameras in place Sidewalks and other related areas are a safety hazard Single pane windows and doors Need to prepare for the addition of Central Elementary Central & Intermediate Building

30. “Parents Supporting Kenowa Hills” Campaign Account was set up at Chemical BankFamily & Friends Campaign Strategy

31. April - Absentee Ballots Available April 30 Friday – “Yes Voter” Forms due May 1 Saturday – Email Reminder sent out to Database! May 1 Saturday – Clerk’s office open until 2:00 for Absentee Applications May 3 Monday – Absentee Ballots due by 4:00 May 3 Monday – Email Reminder sent out to “Yes Voter” Database May 4 Tuesday – School Election Key Dates

32. Question & Answers

33. Thank You!2010 Kenowa Hills Bond Campaign Kickoff