To make critical facility upgrades that improve safety, comfort, and infrastructure in both Parkersburg and Aplington school buildings.
No. This plan keeps all three schools open, with needed improvements made to each.
The 2025 referendum plan was developed through a thoughtful and community-driven process that combined data, input, and local insight.
Community Engagement Included:
A 13-member advisory committee with representation from both Aplington and Parkersburg
Listening sessions with students and staff
A community-wide survey to gather feedback and test support
What the Advisory Committee Did:
Over the course of five meetings and more than 10 hours of collaboration, the committee:
Toured district facilities to observe current conditions firsthand
Reviewed facility needs to support student learning and programs
Discussed future-ready learning and how facilities should support evolving educational needs
Evaluated the district’s financial position and potential funding options
Considered long-term, flexible, and fiscally responsible solutions, including operational efficiencies
Analyzed survey results to identify shared priorities and areas of concern
Reflected on lessons from the 2024 referendum to help shape a more focused and responsive 2025 plan
Prepared and presented final recommendations to the Aplington-Parkersburg School Board
This process helped ensure the final proposal reflects the needs, values, and priorities of the community.
The 2025 referendum plan focuses on critical facility needs that directly impact student safety, comfort, and learning. Priorities were shaped by community input, including feedback from the advisory committee, survey responses, and staff/student listening sessions.
The top priorities include:
Safety and Security
Secure entrances at both buildings
Updated fire alarm and sprinkler systems
Healthy and Comfortable Learning Environments
Complete HVAC system upgrades to improve air quality and classroom comfort
Reliable Infrastructure
Electrical system improvements to support current technology and future needs
Roof and restroom renovations
Maintaining Schools in Both Communities
The plan keeps facilities open in both Aplington and Parkersburg
These improvements reflect the most urgent, high-impact needs across the district — addressing aging infrastructure while supporting student success now and into the future.
The 2025 plan was shaped by broader community input, including a 13-member advisory committee, student and staff feedback, and a community-wide survey.
It places a stronger focus on the most essential facility upgrades—such as safety, HVAC, and infrastructure—and ensures a continued school presence in both Aplington and Parkersburg. The scope is more targeted, flexible, and responsive to concerns raised in the 2024 vote.
Yes. The referendum proposes issuing up to $16.3 million in general obligation bonds, to be repaid over a period of 20 years.
For a residential property assessed at $150,000, the estimated tax impact is approximately $14.92 per month.
For additional examples—including agricultural and commercial property types—please view the Tax Impact Page to find additional resources to estimate your individual impact.
If the referendum does not pass, the district will need to delay, scale back, or phase in important safety and facility upgrades.
Some building systems—such as HVAC, electrical, and fire safety components—are nearing the end of their useful life and may require costly emergency repairs in the future. Without bond funding, addressing these issues will become more challenging and could impact the learning environment and long-term budget planning.