BOND 2013

BOND 2013Election DayNovember 5th

SMART School BOND 2013

November 5th Ballot Proposal• Bond proposal for facility &

site improvements to address student learning, technology, health, enrollment growth, safety and security at our schools

• Proposal will not increase the current millage rate

• Total program is $76 million


• Last Bond Approved By Voters - 2002

• Needs Addressed- • Overcrowding & Technology

• $150 MillionFour New SchoolsAdditions At Three High SchoolsTechnology/Electrical Infrastructure

A Look Back

Promises Made, Promises Kept!


District Finances Over the last five years - 8.1% reduction in

state funding• 2008-09 $9,082/pupil• 2012-13 $8,332/pupil

$4.9 million reduction in funding for our most at-risk students

The State of Michigan is not investing in our schools!


Why a Bond Now?1. Need to enhance school security

Recent tragic events have heightened the need for security at all schools across the country

Technology currently available in the marketplace can enhance security

2. Accommodate EnrollmentGrowth 25 consecutive years Gained more than 6,000 students 2,060 student increase since 2000 8.1% reduction in state funding


Why a Bond Now?3. Need for updated Technology

and to meet State requirements for on-line testing of all students

4. Aging Bus InventoryNo bus purchases in 4 years Average age of bus 9 yearsUseful life of a bus is 10 yearsHigh cost to maintain aging fleet


Why a Bond Now?5. Up-keep of Aging Buildings

Past practice - annual commitment of $4-5 million in buildings & buses

Today- spend reactively on emergencies only


S = Security

M = Modifications

A = Additions

R = Renovations

T = Technology & Transportation

All Schools Benefit


S = Security• Video Cameras

• Electronic Locking Systems

• Buzzer Entry System

• Video Monitors in office


M = Modifications• All schools will benefit• Projects such as:

• Roofs• Site work (playgrounds, parking lots) • Windows• Lockers• Carpet• Furniture & Equipment

• Will ensure safety, health, accessibility and suitability of learning environments for all students!


A = Additions• Geer Park

6 Classrooms & Gym• Henry Ford

10 Classrooms• River Oaks

6 Classrooms & GymBus drop-off lane

• William Ford 6 Classrooms

• Bryant Science Room &

Corridor Link • Woodworth

Cafeteria

Enrollment

gains of more than6,000 students!


R = Renovations• Snow Elementary

Existing locker rooms to science labs and exterior corridor enclosure

• Maple Elementary Pool remodel, new flooring

in several rooms including multi-purpose room, replace and add lockers

• Henry Ford ElementaryExisting locker rooms to

science labs, exterior corridor enclosure, major restoration of classrooms and ancillary areasin original building

• Whitmore-Bolles ElementaryRelocation/remodeling of main office

for security


• Bryant Middle Auditorium ceiling

remodeling

• Smith Middle Auditorium remodeling

• Dearborn HS New air conditioning in

auditorium, vocal and instrumental rooms, auditorium sound system, door replacement

• Edsel Ford HS Selective A/C replacement,

athletic field team room

• Fordson HS Selective A/C and lighting

replacement, athletic field team room

R = Renovations


T = Technology• 7,000 computers

(3,500 every 5 years)• Upgrades to

equipment & licenses• District–wide wireless• Prepare district for

State required on-line testing


T = Transportation

•30 new buses to replace aging fleet

• No increase to student bussing


Taxpayer Impact

No Tax Increase

ZERO INCREASE TO CURRENT MILLAGE RATE


Important Dates

• Absentee Ballots Available Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013

• Final Day to Register to Vote Monday, October 7, 2013

• Last Day to Vote Absentee Monday, Nov. 4, 2013

• Election Day Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2013

Registration and Absentee Applications are available atDistrict website- http://iblog.dearbornschools.org/2013bond/

State website- www.michigan.gov/vote

http://iblog.dearbornschools.org/2013bond/



http://www.michigan.gov/vote


In Summary… Benefits of Bond 2013

• Strengthens school safety and security



• Protects the taxpayers’ investment in our schools by upgrading aging infrastructure



• Enhances technology district-wide, offering state-of-the-art learning opportunities for our students



• Preserves our limited general fund dollars

General Fund Learning Dollars General Fund

InfrastructureDollars

With passage of the bond, general fund dollars for capital improvements can be reallocated back to classroom

Bond proceeds cannot be used for operational expenses or staff salaries



• ZERO increase to the current millage rate

QuestionsFor more information-www.dearbornschools.org

oriblog.dearbornschools.org/2013bond/

BOND 2013

Documents

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aging fleet smart school

school resources

state of michigan

state requirements

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secure school environment

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