To repair and modernize aging classrooms/school facilities at local elementary/intermediate schools, repair termite damage, dry rot, deteriorating roofs, plumbing, and electrical, improve student safety/security, and upgrade classrooms, science labs, and facilities to support student achievement in math, science, technology, and arts, shall Lowell Joint School District issue $48,000,000 in bonds at legal rates, an estimated 3 cents per $100 assessed valuation ($3,000,000 annually) for approximately 33 years, with citizen oversight and all money locally controlled?
3, Orange County • 2018 • M
Passed
Result: 67.4% yes, 32.6% no (4,894 votes cast)
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This measure authorized the Lowell Joint School District to issue $48 million in bonds to repair and modernize aging school facilities, including addressing structural damage and upgrading classrooms and labs. The bonds would be repaid through property taxes at an estimated rate of 3 cents per $100 of assessed valuation over approximately 33 years.