ISD 622 board approves 2026A facilities bond after below‑forecast interest bids The ISD 622 board approved the award of its General Obligation Facilities Maintenance Bond Series 2026A after municipal advisors reported a low true interest cost of 3.13%, better than earlier estimates, and an unexpected reoffering premium that added about $1.2–$1.3 million to the construction fund.

ISD 622 just scored big with a bond sale that not only beat interest rate expectations but also added up to $1.3 million more for vital construction projects!

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Big Lake Public School District proposes 4.6% levy increase to fund roofing, keep tax rate steady At a public hearing, district staff presented a proposed 4.6% increase in the 2026 property tax levy designed to keep the district's tax rate steady while funding long‑term facilities maintenance, including roofing projects left after a failed bond referendum; the board will certify the levy after the hearing.

Big Lake Public School District is proposing a 4.6% property tax levy increase to ensure critical roofing projects are funded while keeping the tax rate steady for residents.

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Charlottesville budget review centers on pre-K center siting, facility repairs and ADA plan Council and staff debated whether to site a new centralized pre-K center at Walker or Oak Lawn, reviewed major facilities needs including a McGuffey roof placeholder and HVAC work, and discussed a citywide ADA transition estimated at $150 million with a proposal for $2 million per year to start.

Charlottesville is weighing a $40 million pre-K center and a $150 million citywide ADA transition plan, but will it prioritize accessibility over other pressing needs?

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Troy Reinert leads police department renovation and downtown restroom upgrades Troy Reinert oversees police space renovations and downtown restroom improvements ahead of Riverfest.

Troy Reinert is transforming Salina's public spaces with exciting renovations for the police department and stunning restroom upgrades just in time for River Festival!

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School Board approves $34.8M facilities maintenance bond for summer projects School Board of Independent School District 535 authorizes bonds for upcoming construction projects.

The Rochester Public Schools Board just approved a stunning $34.8 million bond to kickstart essential summer construction projects across several schools!

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Minnesota allocates $218M for school lunch aid in 2024 budget Minnesota budgets $218 million for school lunch aid and $239 million for 2025.

Minnesota's Senate Bill 2255 proposes a groundbreaking $218 million investment in school lunch aid, aiming to transform student nutrition and learning environments across the state.

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