Dear Junction City Community, 

 

In May of 2024, voters chose not to approve the district's proposed general obligation bond. While we were disappointed by the outcome, it provided us with an opportunity to re-engage with our community, reassess the district's most critical facilities needs, and develop a more focused and cost-effective proposal. 

 

After conducting another review of the Long Range Facilities Assessment, surveying the community and with input from a Facilities Advisory Committee made up of dedicated local residents, we returned to the drawing board. Together, we crafted a revised proposal that addresses our district's most pressing issues at a reduced cost. The School Board approved this at the February 24, 2025 board meeting for placement on the May 2025 ballot. 


Here are the numbers: $40 Million Bond Funding, 20-year Term

$6 Million in Matching Funds from State OSCIM Grant

$46 Million Total Funds for Projects

Current Bond Rate is $1.36 per $1000 of Assessed Property Value

Current Bond will be paid off in June 2026

Proposed Bond would increase rate by $0.44 per $1000 of Assessed Property Value

New Bond Rate would be $1.80 per $1000 of Assessed Property Value

 

Below is an overview of the proposed May 2025 Bond:

 

 

If these needs remain unaddressed, the costs for repairs will only increase over time. This will force the district to continue reallocating funds from the classroom to cover growing maintenance expenses—an unsustainable approach that impacts the quality of education we can provide. 

 

We look forward to continuing this conversation with you and sharing how this proposal will meet the critical needs of our schools and community. 

 

Thank you for your ongoing support of Junction City students and schools. 

 

Troy Stoops 

Superintendent