Bond Q & A

What is the Tillamook School District 2025 Bond?

Measure 29-182 will create a Tillamook School District 2025 bond that will finance critical safety and improvement projects to various district facilities. Projects have been prioritized based on safe schools, healthy students, and responsible stewardship.

What will the bond fund?

The 2025 bond will be not exceed a $25.35 million extension of current expiring bonds. If passed, an additional $6 million grant will be awarded from the Oregon School Capital Improvement Match Funds.

NOT A NEW TAX!

This bond not a new tax. This bond extension would maintain the current tax rate of $0.69 per $1,000 of assessed property value.

If passed, what would the bond help do?

  • Enhance safety, security, and accessibility
  • Improve parking areas and bus lanes
  • Add classroom and education spaces, cafeteria expansion, and library enhancements
  • Improve student wellness and athletic facilities
  • Add playground equipment and structures
  • Replace of heating/ventilation units
  • Replace underground fuel tanks and gas pumps
  • General property improvements such as fencing, signage, restrooms, roofing, carpeting, and lighting

FAQ's

  • How much money will the proposed bond raise for TSD9?
    • Not to exceed $25.35 million in bonds and $6 million in State match.
  • What will the bond money be spent on?
    • Safety and facility improvements to Tillamook School District facilities
  • What are some project examples?
    • Renovations to secure main building entries at all Tillamook School District schools.
    • Replacement and repair to Liberty Elementary School and Tillamook High School roof.
    • Renovation and expansion of cafeteria at East Elementary School.
    • Construction of an auxiliary gym building at Tillamook Junior High School.
    • Expand classrooms at multiple schools.
    • Construct athletics field house and restrooms at Tillamook High School.
  • When is the election?
    • Tuesday, May 20, 2025
  • How do I register to vote? https://sos.oregon.gov/voting/pages/registration.aspx?lang=en
  • How long will the bond last?
    • Bonds may be issued in series: each maturing within 21 years from issuance.