Union Local District Will Seek November Bond Levy

A video posted on the school district’s Facebook Page by Superintendent Zack Shutler this week revealed the district will seek a 34.6-mill levy on November 5.

Accompanying the video is the following announcement:

The Union Local School District Revised Bond Issue will be on the November ballot.

Based on the survey data provided by our taxpayers, we reduced the bond from $62 million to $34.6 million. We did this by eliminating items that did not receive a 60% approval rate on our survey. Eliminated are upgrades to the outdoor athletic complexes, elementary and middle school STEM Labs, and the Main Entrance addition to the Middle School and High School.

You shared with us strong support for these projects: Security Upgrades, Roof Replacements, Plumbing Renovations, HVAC replacements, Electrical Upgrades, Sidewalk / Paving Repairs, and Replacement of the Middle School Gym Floor (includes removing the plumbing under the floor and asbestos abatement).

While we believe all items on the original bond are essential to the long-term viability of our district, we know the economic challenges many are facing. We hope this revised bond shows we are willing to listen to your concerns. We value your support, and we desire to offer the best educational environment for the students of our community. The bond will greatly assist with that vision.