$51 million bond proposal rejected in Johnston (Iowa) district

Sept. 12, 2012
Money would have helped pay to build a new high school

From The Des Moines Register: Voters in the Johnston (Iowa) school district have rejected a proposal to borrow $51 million to help pay for construction of an $83 million high school. The ballot question needed 60 percent voter approval to pass, but garnered only 55 percent. At forums before the vote, critics questioned the price tag and raised concerns about traffic and the proposed design.

Sponsored Recommendations

Providing solutions that help creativity, collaboration, and communication.

Discover why we’re a one-stop shop for all things education. See how ODP Business Solutions can help empower your students, school, and district to succeed by supporting healthier...

Building Futures: Transforming K–12 Learning Environments for Tomorrow's Leaders

Discover how ODP Business Solutions® Workspace Interiors partnered with a pioneering school system, overcoming supply chain challenges to furnish 18 new K–12 campuses across 4...

How to design flexible learning spaces that teachers love and use

Unlock the potential of flexible learning spaces with expert guidance from school districts and educational furniture providers. Discover how to seamlessly integrate adaptive ...

Blurring the Lines in Education Design: K–12 to Higher Ed to Corporate America

Discover the seamless integration of educational and corporate design principles, shaping tomorrow's leaders from kindergarten to boardroom. Explore innovative classroom layouts...