A resolution calling for an $18 million bond issue will be considered tonight by the Carson City School Board, formally beginning the process to get the bond on the 2000 ballot.
"In one document, it explains the need for the bond, the financial impact of the bond and the arguments for and against it," said Bob Crowell, member of the board. "It is the foundation of what we're asking the voters to approve."
The resolution will be sent before the city's bond commission and needs to be approved by Carson City Clerk Alan Glover to be placed on the ballot for the Nov. 7 election.
The board is seeking the $18 million bond to make repairs to schools in the district.
"The bond is much-needed if we're going to maintain our schools in a safe condition," Crowell said.
The next step is to raise voters' awareness and support of the issue, Crowell said. However, a formal committee will not be established.
"It is not the intention of the board to create a special awareness committee but rather to let the bond stand on its own," he said.
The bond is not expected to raise property taxes. However, if it is not approved by voters, taxes would go down. The cost of the bond is about $39 for the owner of a $100,000 home.
The board will also:
- Consider a resolution to augment various funds of the 1999-2000 final budget.
- Discuss board bylaws.
- Consider property and liability insurance coverage for the district and the gun range.
- Consider the superintendent contract and salary for 2000-20001.
If You Go:
What: Carson City School Board meeting
When: Tonight, 7 p.m.
Where: Carson City Community Center, Sierra Room