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Dear Editor,

On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to thank those who completed and returned the recent proposed capital projects survey. The responses have given the Board guidance in determining its next steps regarding the upgrading of district facilities. Additionally, your comments provided a deeper understanding of how to better communicate the needs of the district, as well as the funding limitations and challenges which we face. Results of the survey can be found on the District’s website: http://www.waitsburgsd.org.

As a result of your input, the Board has scheduled a special meeting on July 27th (7:00 p.m.) at which it will adopt a resolution that proposes to seek voter approval for issuance of bonds in the amount of $3.8 million for the purpose of 1) updating/upgrading the HVAC systems, 2) remodeling the District’s kitchen and 3) constructing a field house (with sanitary restrooms) at the athletic field. Approval of this resolution will result in the proposal being placed before the voters during the General Election on the November 8th.

As Superintendent and Secretary to the Board, I would like to offer my apologies for presenting a survey which had not been properly proofed and edited. 

Again, the support of the patrons of the Waitsburg School District is valued and appreciated. Together we will continue to provide a quality education in an environment that enhances learning.

Carol Clarke, Superintendent

Waitsburg School District