If the November 5, 2024 bond proposal question passes, homeowners within the Van Dyke School District would see a zero-mill net increase over the prior year's levy on their tax bill related to Van Dyke Public Schools and this question. In fact, the debt millage WILL GO DOWN next year. Learn more below!
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SAFETY | BUILDING REPAIRS | ATHLETICS | LEARNING SPACES | TECHNOLOGY
Van Dyke Public Schools will hold an election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, presenting voters with a zero-mill increase ballot question; to authorize general obligation bonds in an amount not to exceed $36,170,000 for facility and learning environment improvements, including creating a large multi-purpose space at the Lincoln High School Campus.
There would be NO NET INCREASE of school property taxes as a result of this bond proposal.
PROJECT SUMMARY
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DID YOU KNOW?
70% of this bond proposal will go towards upgrading aging infrastructure in our schools, which will assist with reducing operational costs, utility bills, and energy usage.
This bond proposal will address multiple health and safety concerns by replacing HVAC systems, removing asbestos, and adding access controls to doors.
Many building items are 23 to 43 years beyond their life expectancy and need to be replaced.
If the bond proposal were to pass, the old high school pool area would be renovated into a multi-purpose space.
Passing this bond proposal will provide upgraded laptops and classroom technology to help our students prepare for life after school.
There would be NO NET INCREASE of school property taxes as a result of this bond proposal because of an expiring bond.
PHOTO GALLERY
HIGH SCHOOL MULTI-PURPOSE SPACE
CONCEPTUAL RENDERINGS
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TAX IMPACT
How will this impact my taxes?
If the November 5, 2024 bond proposal question passes, homeowners within the Van Dyke School District would see a zero-mill net increase over the prior year's levy on their tax bill related to Van Dyke Public Schools and this question. In fact, the debt millage WILL GO DOWN next year.
VOTING INFORMATION
When: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Time: 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Find your Polling Location:
Visit mvic.sos.state.mi.us/Voter for helpful information about where to find your local clerk, polling place, and sample ballots.