Ephrata School Bond 2019

The Ephrata School Board plans to place a  $27.89 million Bond on the February 12, 2019 ballot. What is a bond?  School bonds provide immediate funds for large, long-term capital projects, such as modernization of buildings, new school construction or purchasing property. 

If approved by voters, the proposed Bond will improve safety, security and other facilities needs.

The Ephrata School District divided the long-term needs in two phases. Phase I consists of the items listed below. Phase II will be reviewed in 2028-2029 when Parkway becomes eligible for state matching funds.

Phase I

If approved by voters, the 2019 Bond will include the following projects:

 

• Increase safety and security district-wide

• Build eight permanent classrooms to replace portables

• Build new multi-purpose gyms & stages at Columbia Ridge, Grant, & Ephrata Middle School

• Enlarge cafeterias at Columbia Ridge, Grant, & Ephrata Middle School

• Remodel offices at Columbia Ridge & Grant

• Renovate Performing Arts Center (PAC) and remodel PAC gym

• Replace the roof at Columbia Ridge, Grant, Ephrata Middle School & Ephrata High School

Bond Proposal: Local Cost

If  the bond and levy pass, property owners will pay less per year in local taxes for both measures than in 2018 for the levy alone. (see chart Below)