Ridgefield School District is continuing to see unprecedented growth with more families moving into the fastest-growing city in Washington. In 2012 and 2017, bonds were passed that provided needed enhancements to existing schools and building a new grade school.
Even with these improvements, Ridgefield needs to expand to meet an expected enrollment of an additional 1,422 new students by 2022 to avoid overcrowding and make improvements to existing older schools.
The new bond measure up for vote in February 2019 will finance a new K-4 elementary school; renovate and modernize vocational training spaces at the high school; replace at least 20 temporary less secure and inefficient portables with permanent classrooms; add covered play areas at all elementary schools; install new HVAC systems at older elementary schools; and enhance safety and security at all district facilities.
The net cost of this bond to taxpayers will be an increase of 9 cents per $1,000 in assessed valuation and is an incredible value for the money. I have children currently enrolled that benefit from first-rate and dedicated teachers and staff. Please join me in voting “yes” for the benefit of all students.
