Revised Highline School District Bond Measure Will Be on Feb. 10 Ballot

The Highline school board will present a revised $376 million bond measure to voters on February 10, 2015, following a previous proposal that failed to meet the 60% approval threshold in November. The new bond, approximately $9 million less than the earlier measure, aims to address critical issues such as deteriorating school facilities and overcrowding. Modifications were made based on community feedback, with School Board President Michael Spear noting the urgent need to replace aging buildings amidst rising enrollment. Community engagement included a Telephone Town Hall meeting with over 4,100 participants and more than 1,000 online survey responses, indicating strong support for the bond. The bond will finance the construction of three new schools, rebuild Highline High School, and make critical renovations across existing campuses.

The district has a history of responsible fiscal management, with previous bonds completed on time and within budget. If approved, the bond will also support technology improvements and arts education. The measure will run alongside the renewal of an Educational Programs & Operations Levy, which funds direct services to students.