What is wrong with the current buildings?
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The VHS roof needs replaced in the very near future
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Five roof-top AC units at VHS need replaced when the roof is replaced
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VHS science rooms need renovated to provide lab spaces and modern equipment
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Restrooms at both VHS and SMS need renovations
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SMS elevator has to be replaced
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Bus garage needs replaced
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Water mains at both VHS and SMS require replacement due to age
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Tennis courts need replaced or will be unplayable
How will new funds be used?
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The bond funds can only be spent for facility maintenance and improvements
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The district currently has $14 million worth of maintenance needs that must be addressed in the very near future
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See above for a partial list of immediate needs. The plan is to address the immediate needs and provide renovations where possible, including providing new science rooms and labs, renovating all bathrooms at VHS and SMS, and modernizing the VHS auditorium’s antiquated lighting and sound systems
REAL TALK - Why is this Levy NEEDED:
The Vermilion School Board has approved a plan that will be on the ballot on May 6th, 2025.
Vermilion’s school buildings are aging and in urgent need of repair and modernization, with issues like leaking roofs, inefficient heating and cooling systems, and outdated classrooms that no longer meet modern educational standards.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is on the ballot?
This bond a property tax ballot issue. One vote FOR the levy!
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If approved, the district will gain revenue for the following:
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The bond funds can only be spent for facility maintenance and improvements
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The district currently has $14 million worth of maintenance needs that must be addressed in the very near future
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What will the levy cost?
$11 per month per $100,000 home value
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What is the difference between a BOND issue and a LEVY issue?
The easiest way to think about it is that Levies are for Learning and Bonds are for Buildings.
LEVIES = LEARNING ENVIRONMENT
(Library Books, Curriculum, Staffing, Building Operation & Maintenance, and Needed Improvements, etc.)
BONDS = BUILDINGS - MAJOR CONSTRUCTION
(New Buildings, Major Renovations, etc.)
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​If approved, the district must spend the money as they stated they would on the ballot. Therefore, Bond money can not be spent on learning and levy money can not be spent on buildings/construction.
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VOTER RESOURCES
Where to vote: FIND YOUR POLLING LOCATION HERE! Tuesday, November 7, 2023 is Election Day! Click on the map icon to find your polling location.
Polls will are open from 6:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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