The 2008 Bond Proposal is a broad scope of work that impacts five buildings in the Marshall School District. The majority of the dollars will be designated to improve Marshall’s academic areas; however, items in the bond proposal also include upgrades in the areas of arts and athletics.

By investing the bond proceeds, the district will be able to accomplish a scope of work ($35.7 million) that is greater than the actual bond amount.

Why do we need the bond?

• Academics
• Arts
• Athletics
• Safety & Security
• Infrastructure
• Energy Savings

How did we get here?

For the first time in its history, Marshall Public Schools conducted an in-depth study of the condition of its facilities. The process began in December 2005 when the architectural firm Kingscott examined all six of our facilities. Kingscott looked at educational delivery; technology; safety and security; building code and ADA compliance; energy efficiency; items beyond their useful lives; and crowded or insufficient space.

This study revealed that the district needed renovations that amounted to $76.7M. During the last two and a half years,we have been diligently examining these needs and developing priorities. A citizens’ steering committee helped with the process and the board conducted public workshops to refine the scope of work.

The Marshall community has shown incredible support for our students.

With approval from our voters, we have been able to start work on some of these much needed renovations. The high school bathrooms were remodeled last summer using the Sinking Fund. Over the next two summers additional work will be completed at the high school and middle school as part of the $8.7M bond passed in May 2007. Technology upgrades for teaching are underway.

Now we need to address other major needs in our schools to continue to improve the educational space; upgrade technology;increase safety and security; and fix the infrastructure.

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