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Proposition S “Students First” Election Day, Tuesday, April 5. Proposition S. Official Ballot General Municipal Election Tuesday, April 5, 2016
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Proposition S “Students First” Election Day, Tuesday, April 5
Proposition S Official Ballot General Municipal Election Tuesday, April 5, 2016 Shall the Board of Education of the School District of Jennings, St. Louis County, Missouri, borrow money in the amount of Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000) for the purpose of constructing, renovating, improving, furnishing and equipping school sites, buildings and related facilities for school purposes, and issue general obligation bonds for the payment thereof? If this proposition is approved, the adjusted debt service levy of the school district is estimated to remain unchanged at $0.99 per one hundred dollars assessed valuation of real and personal property.
Proposition S Q: Is there a tax rate increase if Proposition S passes? A: No If this proposition is approved, the adjusted debt service levy of the school district is estimated to remain unchanged at $0.99 per one hundred dollars assessed valuation of real and personal property.
Proposition S Question: When was the last time Jennings School District passed a Bond Issue? Answer: In April, 2011 Jennings’ voters approved Proposition J, with an overwhelming 61%. It was the first tax increase to pass during an April election in Jennings School District history.
Proposition JProjects Completed, since 2011 Roofing 1,861,900 Improvements to Building Interiors 1,867,115 • Tuckpointing • Doors • Fencing • Parking Lots Improvements to Building Exteriors 398,030 Restroom Renovations Flooring Security Improvements
Proposition JProjects Completed Technology 1,482,000 HS and JH Science Labs 1,482,346 Northview Addition 1,731,084 High School Sports Complex 1,496,144 Professional Fees and Other 780,196 Tennis Courts at HS 106,880 HS Auditorium 246,882 Fairview Connector 129,000 Lights on Field 105,832 TOTAL IMPROVEMENT COST: 11,687,409
Proposition JProjects Completed Overall Percentage of Minority Boots in the Field - 31% Overall Percentage of Minority Business Participation - 31% Overall Percentage of Women Business Participation - 4%
PROPOSITION S“STUDENTS FIRST” APRIL 5, 2016 ELECTION DAY
What’s In It For…..Jennings High School New Restroom Sinks Pool Repair and Improvements Additional Security Cameras Instructional Equipment HVAC Enhancements
What’s In It For…..Jennings High School New Gym Floors
What’s In It For…..Jennings High School Swimming Pool Improvements Missing Grount in Swimming Pool Add Swimming Lanes
What’s In It For… Jennings Junior High School New Gym Floors Instructional Equipment New Restroom Sinks New Concrete Work Additional Security Cameras HVAC Enhancements
What’s In It For… FE,HE,WE,NE Improved Playground Surfaces
What’s In It For… FE,HE,WE,NERubberized Playground Surfaces
What’s In It For… FE,HE,WE,NE New Restroom Sinks New Concrete Work Improved Intercom Systems Instructional Equipments Additional Security Cameras HVAC Networked
Alternative Projects to Be Considered if Funds are Remaining • Electronic Marquees – For all schools • Boiler Room Improvements • New Furniture for All Schools • HS Field Fencing & Sounds • Enhanced Fire & Security Sound
PROPOSITION S“STUDENTS FIRST” How Can You Help?
Proposition S Important Dates: Week of March 21 * Yard signs dropped off at each school • Yard signs will be distributed throughout Jennings Saturday, March 26 Jennings/Central Office/Board member and volunteers will canvas neighborhoods from 930 AM – 1130 AM Friday, March 31, 2016 Businesses/Church meeting: